The unit applies to the design, planning and production of a simple garment. The production of the garment may involve the use of a domestic sewing machine and overlocker. Designs may involve modification of existing blocks or patterns.

Work is conducted according to defined procedures and would not be applied in a large scale production environment. The unit is suitable for project-related work as part of a VET in Schools program

Work may be conducted in small to large scale enterprises and may involve individual and team-related activities.

The application of this unit is according to OHS practices of the enterprise and workplace practices, which may include:

requirements prescribed by legislation, awards agreements and conditions of employment

standard operating procedures

work instructions

oral, written and visual communication

quality practices, including responsibility for maintenance of own work quality and contribution to quality improvement of team or section output

housekeeping

tasks related to environmental protection, waste disposal, pollution control, and recycling

This unit requires the application of skills associated with communication and problem solving to develop storyboards, sketches and design concepts, explore design concepts with supervisors and document and interpret pattern requirements. Initiative and enterprise are required to design garment and planning and organising skills are required to complete garment. Ability to use simple technology will also be required and self management skills are required to ensure garment meets quality requirements. This units requires learning skills in order to experiment with and develop design and production skills.

Prerequisites

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1 Design garment

1.1 Influences and inspirations for design are identified and explored.

1.2 Storyboard or sketches are produced to assist in development of ideas and design concepts.

1.3 Design principles are applied to design concepts.

1.4 Production requirements for design concepts are identified.

1.5 Ideas and design concepts are discussed with appropriate people for review and development.

1.6 Design concepts are modified and confirmed.

2 Prepare for garment production

2.1 Pattern or blocks are selected to modify for design.

2.2 Pattern is developed for garment production according to size and design requirements.

2.3 Fabric, materials, tools and equipment are selected and prepared.

2.4 Equipment is checked to ensure correct operation.

2.5 Ability of tools and equipment to achieve plan is assessed.

2.5 Additional resources that may be required are identified.

3 Produce garment

3.1 Equipment is used to produce garment according to pattern and required OHS practices.

3.2 Garment is checked against pattern and design.

3.3 Minor process faults are identified and corrected where necessary.

3.4 Production techniques and design are continuously reviewed in an iterative manner to make improvements.

4 Complete production process

4.1 Garment is finished according to design requirements.

4.2 Garment is assessed against design and pattern.

4.3 Garment faults are rectified.

4.4 Area and equipment is cleaned.

4.5 Tools and equipment are stored as required.

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

Demonstrates knowledge of:

principles and elements of design

block modification techniques

techniques in using a sewing machine

sizing requirements

fabric suitability

typical fault conditions and related fault-finding procedures

types and styles of threads

simple equipment maintenance techniques

OHS practices, including hazard identification and control measures

quality practices

workplace practices

recording and reporting practices

Demonstrates skills to:

apply design principles

check equipment

prepare fabric and thread

use a sewing machine

start and stop equipment

monitor production

recognise and rectify faults or problems as required

clean equipment as required

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 task-related 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:

design a simple garment

use sewing machine safely and effectively

modify blocks to make patterns

make minor adjustments

check garment against pattern

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.

The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the Performance Criteria, is detailed below. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs if the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.

Legislative/regulatory requirements

All work must comply with relevant Federal and State or Territory legislative or regulatory requirements.

Garment may include:

accessories

straight seamed, draw string skirt

T-shirt

smock dress

other garment requiring a small range of sewing techniques and use of a domestic machine and overlocker

Appropriate people may include:

trainers

colleagues

mentors

Equipment may include:

pins

scissors

domestic sewing machine

overlocker

needle and thread

marker or chalk

Materials may be:

fabric

cotton

buttons, components

OHS practices

OHS practices must include hazard identification and control, risk assessment and implementation of risk reduction measures specific to the tasks described by this unit and may include:

manual handling techniques

standard operating procedures

personal protective equipment

safe materials handling

taking of rest breaks

ergonomic arrangement of workplaces

following marked walkways

safe storage of equipment

housekeeping

reporting accidents and incidents

other OHS practices relevant to the job and enterprise

Garment faults may include:

holes

inconsistent sewing

broken thread

Sector

Fashion Design and Technology

This unit contains employability skills.