This unit applies to development of a design and testing and analysis associated with developing design specification. Judgement may be required in planning and selecting appropriate processes or procedures for self and others. Textile material and products for which product specifications are developed in the textile sector include fibres, fabrics, yarns and finished products.

Work may be conducted in small to large scale enterprises and may involve individual and team 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 associated with interpreting design requirements, conducting calculations and documenting specifications. Initiative and enterprise and problem solving will be used to develop a textile design. Planning and organising for the safe and effective use of textile testing technology and operations, and an ability to check the quality of outcomes and identify and address problems relating to production or textile design are also required.

Prerequisites

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1 Interpret design brief

1.1 Requirements of design are interpreted

1.2 Purposes of textile product and end user are identified

1.3 Additional Factors are determined and applied

1.4 Materials for use in design are determined

1.5 Design specifications are confirmed

1.6 Initial design concepts are interpreted from brief

2 Develop textile design

2.1 Designprocesses are used to further develop initial design concept

2.2 Options are evaluated against design brief specifications

2.3 Design concept is tested with client to refine options

2.4 Selected design is presented for proposal using a range of communication tools

2.5 Feedback is received and considered in line with design brief

2.6 Design concept is modified and improved where possible

2.7 Design confirmed and documented

3 Calculate production requirements

3.1 Appropriate formulas for calculating yarn requirements are determined

3.2 Calculations are undertaken using computer software or manual processes

3.3 Data is analysed and yarn requirements are assessed

3.4 Yarn requirements are documented

4 Test sample

4.1 Textile sample is produced according to design specifications and OHS practices

4.2 Sample is examined and accuracy of calculations determined

4.3 Production process is analysed to determine improvements

4.4 Routine testing of sample is undertaken to assess quality requirements and to ensure industry standards are met

4.5 Results of sample testing are analysed to determine performance and acceptability for production

4.6 Outcomes are documented and discussed with client and appropriate personnel and feedback is recorded

5 Prepare product specifications

5.1 Sample analysis is applied to develop pattern specifications for textile design

5.2 Production processes including technical aspects are determined and production plans prepared

5.3 Final product specifications are confirmed with appropriate personnel and all documentation is completed

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

Demonstrates knowledge of:

principles and elements of design

the elements and principles of testing

textile materials and products and their properties

safety and environmental aspects of relevant workplace activities

OHS practices, including hazard identification and control measures

quality practices

workplace practices

recording and reporting practices

Demonstrates skills to:

analysis and interpretation of results

communicate effectively with section managers, individuals, work groups

prepare and present reports and information in appropriate formats

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 to be considered

Demonstrates skills and knowledge to:

interpret design brief

develop design concepts

communicate design concepts

use a range of communication tools to present design

perform calculations

establish criteria for tests

analyse and interpret tests

prepare product specification

communicate effectively with design team, production management, customers, etc.

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.

Requirements may include

budget

type of industry and industry standards

style

colour

function

performance

quality

dimension

timeline

design restrictions or conditions

Textile products include, but are not limited to:

fashion items and accessories

textile furnishings, artwork, fabric

canvas and PVC goods, such as:

covers for machinery, vehicles and equipment

different types of tarpaulins and canopies

heavy duty or protective work-wear

straps, belts and fittings

tool and equipment bags

leather goods, such as:

welders blankets and jackets

riggers belts and frogs

tool, equipment and instrument bags, pouches and covers

holders and holsters

washers and gaskets

protective clothing

Additional factors:

trends

yarn availability

production issues

resource availability or limitations

production costs

Design processes may include

application of elements and principles of design

development of inspiration boards, storyboards, etc.

assessment of fibres and fabrics

review of relevant products such as product sample designs

Yarns may include

ring spun

open-ended spun

air jet spun

friction spun

Fibres may include

polyester

cotton

wool

viscose rayon

Tests may relate to

Performance during processing or finished product performance requirements and may include:

microscopic analysis

chemical analysis

evenness testing

moisture content

dry-fastness

tensile-strength

elongation

tearing strength

crease recovery

dimensional stability

Finished products may include

socks

sweaters

towels

sheets

blankets

carpets

rope and twine

mops

industrial textiles

Test equipment may include

microscopes

weighing scales

rulers

templates

strength testers

conditioners

dryers

abrasion testers

pilling testers

Product specification may include

construction

dimensions

strength

shrinkage

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

Sector

Textile Design and Development

This unit contains employability skills.