Formats and tools
- Unit Description
- Reconstruct the unit from the xml and display it as an HTML page.
- Assessment Tool
- an assessor resource that builds a framework for writing an assessment tool
- Assessment Template
- generate a spreadsheet for marking this unit in a classroom environment. Put student names in the top row and check them off as they demonstrate competenece for each of the unit's elements and performance criteria.
- Assessment Matrix
- a slightly different format than the assessment template. A spreadsheet with unit names, elements and performance criteria in separate columns. Put assessment names in column headings to track which performance criteria each one covers. Good for ensuring that you've covered every one of the performance criteria with your assessment instrument (all assessement tools together).
- Wiki Markup
- mark up the unit in a wiki markup codes, ready to copy and paste into a wiki page. The output will work in most wikis but is designed to work particularly well as a Wikiversity learning project.
- Evidence Guide
- create an evidence guide for workplace assessment and RPL applicants
- Competency Mapping Template
- Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners. A template for developing assessments for a unit, which will help you to create valid, fair and reliable assessments for the unit, ready to give to trainers and students
- Observation Checklist
- create an observation checklist for workplace assessment and RPL applicants. This is similar to the evidence guide above, but a little shorter and friendlier on your printer. You will also need to create a seperate Assessor Marking Guide for guidelines on gathering evidence and a list of key points for each activity observed using the unit's range statement, required skills and evidence required (see the unit's html page for details)
- Self Assessment Survey
- A form for students to assess thier current skill levels against each of the unit's performance criteria. Cut and paste into a web document or print and distribute in hard copy.
- Moodle Outcomes
- Create a csv file of the unit's performance criteria to import into a moodle course as outcomes, ready to associate with each of your assignments. Here's a quick 'how to' for importing these into moodle 2.x
- Registered Training Organisations
- Trying to find someone to train or assess you? This link lists all the RTOs that are currently registered to deliver LMTDE3002A, 'Digitise artwork for computerised embroideries'.
- Google Links
- links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
- Books
- Reference books for 'Digitise artwork for computerised embroideries' on fishpond.com.au. This online store has a huge range of books, pretty reasonable prices, free delivery in Australia *and* they give a small commission to ntisthis.com for every purchase, so go nuts :)
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 | Source and import selected artwork | 1.1 | Software is opened and workspace functionality, elements and icons are explored |
1.2 | Defaults are set to machine requirements | ||
1.3 | Image importation requirements are determined | ||
1.4 | Images are processed as necessary in preparation for automated and semi-automated digitising techniques | ||
1.5 | File types are recognised and selected and image is imported into working area |
2 | Prepare for digitising | 2.1 | Machine format is selected and capability confirmed to meet image requirements |
2.2 | Fabric type is selected | ||
2.3 | Workspace/canvas is selected and colour adjusted to meet design specifications | ||
2.4 | Colour blocks and colour thread changes are identified and adjusted to meet design specifications | ||
2.5 | Thread palette is set up | ||
2.6 | Optimum digitising sequence is determined and planned | ||
2.7 | Stitching order is manually adjusted and colour changes made to selected areas |
3 | Digitise shapes using manual techniques | 3.1 | Basic stitch types are identified and applied |
3.2 | Free shapes are created with fixed angle stitching, with and without holes | ||
3.3 | Free shapes are created with turning stitching, with and without holes | ||
3.4 | Borders are created | ||
3.5 | Runs and details are created |
4 | Apply automated digitising techniques | 4.1 | File types are converted and manipulated for application |
4.2 | Design objects and shapes are converted to embroidery and digitised using semi-automated and fully automated techniques |
5 | Create fills and outlines | 5.1 | A range of fill and outline stitch types are selected and applied |
5.2 | Basic property options are modified, including design size, to meet specific design requirements | ||
5.3 | Fill stitch pattern properties (single and multiple areas) and direction are selected and altered | ||
5.4 | Outline properties are selected and altered | ||
5.5 | A realistic computer representation (3D view) is created and design is saved to library |
6 | Adjust embroidery designs | 6.1 | Image inclusions are adjusted to support design effects |
6.2 | Objects are adjusted to support design effects | ||
6.3 | Machine hoop, for output sizing, is introduced and integrated into design |
7 | Optimise embroidery stitch quality | 7.1 | Stitch densities and lengths are adjusted and small stitches eliminated |
7.2 | Corner stitching and long satin stitches are optimised | ||
7.3 | Stitch bunching is minimised | ||
7.4 | Fabric is stabilised with automatic underlays | ||
7.5 | Design is stitched and pull compensation assessed and adjusted |
8 | Finalise design for efficient production | 8.1 | Stitch sequence, stitch entry and exit points, and start/end of design are assessed and optimal quality outcome confirmed |
8.2 | Insertion and deletion of trim functions are assessed and revised, where possible, to optimise productivity | ||
8.3 | Colour sequencing is assessed and revised, where possible, to optimise productivity | ||
8.4 | Adjustments to digitising specifications are made to ensure optimal quality outcome of embroidery | ||
8.5 | Design is finalised, prepared for export and saved to library |
9 | Prepare designs for output to printer and machine | 9.1 | Template and worksheet are created, printed and checked to ensure design requirements are achieved |
9.2 | Completed design is exported to the machine ready for stitching according to manufacturer specifications and saved for later access | ||
9.3 | Design reports are printed |
10 | Complete embroidery sample | 10.1 | Fabric, stabiliser, toppings and backings, needles, thread and hoop types are selected and used according to the design production requirements |
10.2 | Embroidery is created and inspected against design specifications | ||
10.3 | Waste is minimised and disposed of according to environmental guidelines | ||
10.4 | Work is conducted in accordance with workplace procedures and occupational health and safety (OHS) practices | ||
10.5 | Feedback is sought and integrated into outcomes |