This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level required for this unit

Demonstrates knowledge of

principles and concepts of patternmaking

customer and workplace fit requirements

cost efficiency in relation to patternmaking

range of garment fabrics including weight and other characteristics

marker making procedures

cutting and garment construction

OHS practices including hazard identification and control measures

quality practices

workplace practices

recording and reporting practices

Demonstrates skills to

consistently achieve quality and production output requirements

undertake a range of activities associated with creating patterns

develop patterns with consideration to the characteristics of fabric trimmings and components

construct garment toiles

test pattern and recommend alternative construction methods

use manual or CAD systems

read interpret and follow information on work specifications standard operating procedures and work instructions and other reference material

maintain accurate records

communicate within the workplace

sequence operations

meet specifications

clarify and check taskrelated information

carry out work according to OHS practices

The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria Required Skills and Knowledge the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package

Critical aspects of evidence

Demonstrates skills and knowledge to

identify and define design lines and features

create patterns to suit oneway twoway and nostretch fabrics

choose existing block to suit work specifications

create check and test patterns

make prototype

communicate effectively with design team customers etc

apply OHS practices in work operations

maintain accurate records

Consistency in performance

Consistently applies skills and knowledge when

organising work

completing tasks

identifying improvements

using workplace practices

using OHS practices

recording and reporting accidents and incidents

assessing operational readiness of equipment used and work processes

recognising and adapting to cultural differences in the workplace including modes of behaviour and interactions

completing work systematically with attention to detail without damage to goods and equipment

Resource implications

Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations including work areas materials and equipment and to information on workplace practices and OHS practices

Context for assessment

Assessment may occur on the job or in an appropriately simulated environment

Interdependent assessment

This unit may be assessed independently or in combination with other relevant units

Legislative/regulatory requirements

OHS practices

Pattern-making tools and equipment may include:

Style features may include:

Fabrics must include:

Components may include:

Special construction methods may include:

Advanced principles of pattern making include:

Methods and formulas may include:

Pattern markings include: