The unit applies to the research and analysis of historical and contemporary influences on textile designs and products including principles and elements of design.

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 communication skills to access and interpret information relating to textile design. Problem solving and initiative and enterprise will be used to analyse information and assess relevancy for current and future textile products. Planning and organising will be required to source and manage information. Learning skills will be applied to source and analyse information.

Prerequisites

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1 Analyse key influences on textile designs

1.1 Significant historical events that have influenced textile design are identified and their effects analysed

1.2 Significant cultural influences on the development of textile design are identified and their effects analysed

1.3 Contemporary influences on textile design are analysed

1.4 Characteristics represented in textiles are identified.

1.5 Changes to production processes, including the effects of new and emerging technologies on textile designs are analysed.

2 Identify feature of the design process

2.1 Steps in responding to a design brief are identified.

2.2 Commercial considerations in producing a design are identified.

2.3 Elements of design are identified.

2.4 Principles of design are identified.

3 Source information on textile designs and products

3.1 Possible sources of information on textile designs and products are identified and means of accessing information determined

3.2 Information gathering tools are used according to OHS practices

3.3 Information is assessed for reliability to inform design processes

4 Analyse textile construction techniques

4.1 Purpose and key features of textile product are identified

4.2 Desired effects of design features are described.

4.3 Production techniques applied to create design features are described.

4.4 Use of production techniques in contemporary designs is identified.

5 Identify characteristics of colour and prepare colour chart

5.1 Colour is investigated and dimensions are identified.

5.2 Relationship between value and intensity is identified and a colour chart is painted.

5.3 Colour wheel is prepared according to colour mixing principles.

5.4 Shade scale is prepared according to colour mixing principles.

5.5 Colour matching for production is implemented.

5.6 Colour charts are inspected or checked against quality standards.

5.7 Any changes or adjustments are carried out as required.

5.8 Documentation relating to colour charts is completed.

6 Analyse influences on future directions in textiles

6.1 New or emerging textiles are identified and features, benefits and likely uses examined

6.2 Trends and influences are analysed to identify possible changes in textile production and demand

6.3 Sources of information relating to future directions and innovations in textile design are identified and accessed to maintain currency of industry knowledge

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

Demonstrates knowledge of:

style features

information sources on textiles

OHS practices, including hazard identification and control measures

quality practices

workplace practices

recording and reporting practices

Demonstrates skills to:

access computer based information resources

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

maintain accurate records

analyse information

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 to be considered

Demonstrates skills and knowledge to:

analyse key influences in textile design

identify the principles and elements of design

gather information using a range of sources, tools and technology

analyse and evaluate information

analyse influences on textile production techniques

relate findings to future directions in textile design

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.

Historical events may include

wars

social change

technological developments, e.g. industrial revolution,

changes in global manufacturing, design and trade.

Cultural influences may include

weaving of the Pueblo Indians

African textiles

Indonesian textiles - Batik, Ikat

tapestries from Scandinavia

medieval textiles

Indian Textiles - block printing, tie-dying

Contemporary influences may include

invention of new technologies

innovations in design and production

contemporary art movements

fashion trends

personal influences such as career development, early influences

the supply and availability of raw materials

economic factors related to industry

climate

image of certain textiles

trend patterns of different textiles

Characteristics may include

gender

nationality

religious status or affiliation

political status or affiliation

social or economic status

personal achievements

lineage

Design process

The design process for this unit comprises an awareness level understanding of the process to respond to a work brief, including researching sources of information, creating art and design work including prototypes and first drafts, and using design tools such as illustrations, software programs, modelling materials, etc. It also includes an awareness of commercial concepts such as:

type of production

costs

timing

equipment - available and needed

marketing and sales

availability of raw materials and required resources

Elements of design may include

line

shape and silhouette

colour

texture

value

Principles of design may include

repetition

pattern

gradation

rhythm

radiation

harmony

contrast

dominance

proportion

balance

unity

Sources may include

library

Internet

journals and periodicals

books

reference manuals

television shows

documentaries

museums

galleries

workshops or studios

textile producers

yarn suppliers

industry councils or bodies

other industry professionals

Tools may include

audio visual equipment

computer (and Internet)

telephone

fax machine

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

Purpose may include

artistic or creative

decorative

cultural

environmental

functional

Dimensions of colour include

value and tone

hue

chroma, intensity and clarity

Colour matching involves

selecting the correct linings, buttons, zips and thread to exactly match the garment

Sector

Textile Design and Development

This unit contains employability skills.