The unit applies to the patterns for production of bras and swimwear that include structured foundations such as boning, underwire, corsetry, etc. Bras and swimwear that does not include these components are covered in other pattern-making units. This unit applies to the development and testing of a pattern from an existing block, utilising advanced principles of pattern making. 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 and document patterns. Planning and organising skills are required to complete patterns. Self management skills are required to ensure patterns meet quality requirements and specifications. |
Prerequisites |
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1 Prepare workstation | 1.1 Workstation and seating are set up according to OHS practices and specifications for work. 1.2 Pattern-making tools and equipment are selected and prepared. 1.3 Any additional materials or equipment required to perform task are selected and prepared. 1.4 Pattern-making tools, equipment and supplies are laid out in preparation for patternmaking. |
2 Interpret the design | 2.1 Design drawings and specifications are interpreted and clarified with designer as required. 2.2 Design lines and style features are identified. 2.3 Fabric characteristics and performance, and trims, components and finishings are considered in relation to the design. 2.4 Any specialconstructionmethods for bras and swimwear are considered in relation to the design. 2.5 Size standards for fit are determined. |
3 Select block | 3.1 Pattern production is planned according to quality standards. 3.2 Appropriate block is determined for development of bra or swimwear pattern. 3.3 Appropriate block is selected and retrieved from storage system. |
4 Develop pattern | 4.1 Advanced principles of pattern making are applied in constructing bra or swimwear pattern. 4.2 Methods and formulas used are documented. 4.3 Pattern is produced from existing block to specified measurements. 4.4 Pattern pieces are checked for accuracy of seam allowances, seam match, hems, multiple layers and tolerances. 4.5 Pattern pieces are labelled and markings completed. |
5 Test and finalise pattern | 5.1 Segments are constructed. 5.2 Segments are examined and assessed for compatibility of pattern to design. 5.3 Construction problems are identified and documented. 5.4 Fitting is performed to ensure that bra or swimwear meets design criteria and fit. 5.5 Pattern is checked to ensure it meets Australian Standards. 5.6 Any pattern alterations are completed and assessed to meet fitting requirements. 5.7 Pattern is finalised and checked to ensure accuracy, completeness and compliance to design specifications. 5.8 Garment is checked to ensure it meets all requirements to be commercially viable, manufacturing specifications and fit. |
6 Complete work | 6.1 Specification sheets, including trade drawing, are completed and attached to patterns for storage. 6.2 Finished patterns are filed and stored. |
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 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: identify and define design lines and features create patterns to suit one-way, two-way and no-stretch 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. |
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. | |
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 | |
Pattern-making tools and equipment may include: | scissors square rule marker pens hole punch pins fashion triangle French curve pattern notcher weights tape measure CAD terminal and program | |
Style features may include: | garment type (bra, swimwear) number of panels sleeves sides openings neckline seams gathers pleats panel tucks | |
Fabrics must include: | one-way stretch two-way stretch no-stretch (bias cut fabrics) | |
Components may include: | straps hooks elastic fasteners ribbon underwire foam padding oil filled straps rings | |
Special construction methods may include: | fusing gluing moulding sewing requirements seam allowances stitch requirements seam finishes such as flat seam, blind hem, French seam | |
Advanced principles of pattern making include: | pivoting square blocking contouring | |
Methods and formulas may include: | deviations from standard patterns sources of pattern components pattern derivation methods and formulas block construction methods and formulas application of current industry practice | |
Pattern markings include: | appropriate seam allowance notching pattern information (size, style number, cutting instructions and identity) darts drill holes grain line cutting line stitching line | |
Sector | Fashion Design and Technology |
This unit contains employability skills. |
Not applicable.