Course Title: Sew woven and stretch knit garments
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2023
Course Code: MANU7408C
Course Title: Sew woven and stretch knit garments
Important Information:
Please note that this course may have compulsory in-person attendance requirements for some teaching activities.
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School: 515T Creative Industries
Campus: Brunswick Campus
Program: C3406 - Certificate III in Clothing and Textile Production (Clothing Production)
Course Contact: Laura Holmes-Brown
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 99259317
Course Contact Email: laura.holmes-brown@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Margaret Papadopoulos
margaret.papadopoulos@rmit.edu.au
Mardi O’Rourke
Mariam Mousslimani
mariam.mousslimani@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 40
Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.
Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Course Description
In this course you will acquire the skills and knowledge required to finish completed work in the production of garments or other associated articles.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
MSTCL3010 Sew woven and stretch knit garments |
Element: |
Complete work |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Inspect garment and check against quality standards, identify any faults and take appropriate action 4.2 Record results of inspection of finished garment and take action to either reject or correct faulty garment and record 4.3 Record preventative action taken to avoid any recurrence of defective garment 4.4 Complete production records and packing slips 4.5 Direct completed work to next operation or packing section |
Element: |
Determine job requirements |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) 1.2 Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times 1.3 Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs 1.4 Identify job requirements from specifications, drawings, job sheets or work instructions |
Element: |
Prepare to sew woven and stretch knit garments |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Identify garment requirements from production specifications 2.2 Determine machining requirements and develop a plan for garment construction 2.3 Check and lay out work pieces in sequence according to construction plan 2.4 Prepare workstation, machines and equipment |
Element: |
Sew garment |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Sew garment according to requirements for sewing woven and stretch knit fabrics, quality standards and workplace procedures 3.2 Sew garment according to requirements for speed of work 3.3 Control machine speed and work handling for type of operations, fabrics and product type 3.4 Regularly check performance of machine for signs of faulty operation, including evidence from inspection of finished pieces, and take required action |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate competency in the above elements.
Details of Learning Activities
In this course you will engage in the following learning activities:
practical demonstrations in studio
design activities and projects
independent project based work
practical studio based workshops
Teaching Schedule
Session |
Learning Activity |
Assessments |
1 |
Overview of S2: Course, how the units are clustered and assessment outline- Introduction: Cutting machines-give out handout Discussion: Fabric choices for garments constructed in class Ladies’ shorts -fabric and elastic types and methods-assembly plan Discuss GRAINLINES-PATTERN INSTRUCTIONS AND NOTCHES
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Discuss all three assessments Student resource folder Students to research different types of elastics Begin-Assessment Task 1-Knowledge test |
2 |
Demonstrate lay planning, labelling and bundling methods Show- MARKER VIDEO Class to start Pocket samples Teacher demonstration -2 types-hip pocket and in seam pocket
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PART A-Assessment Task 1 –complete in class. |
3 |
Marker making class exercise—Lay Planning- Two class exercises. Skirt Exercise-Students trace half scale skirt cut pattern and glue onto card, check pattern markings, make a lay plan using 90cm width for fabric. Marker making exercise using full scale Raglan T-shirt. Lay up on knit fabric and cut it out. --can work in pairs or three in a group. -This is for Assessment Task 1
LADIES SHORTS PROJECT-Shorts are Pre-Cut, students to collect there garment pieces and make a bundle -include all garment pieces labels and elastic and Assembly plan. |
Due - Assessment Task 1-Part B- Knowledge Quiz- Must complete in class week 3 class. |
4 |
Continue pocket samples and start construction ladies’ shorts Discuss labels and fibre content-Do the class exercise on labelling garments.
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5 |
Continue ladies’ shorts- (as an option students can construct matching Festival top)
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6 |
Review to date Introduction- KNIT MACHINES and DEMONSTRATE Students must complete their knit samples before commencing their knit garment. Discuss Rib Knits-One way and Two-way knits-(stretch) Knit machines-Mock safety stitch, Cover stitch for hems and cover stitch for binding Students must complete knit machine samples before -commencing assessment task 2-Knit garment
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Begin-Assessment task 2-Knit Project
Complete Knit samples |
7 |
Knit Project- Each student to collect all required cut pieces plus labels and make a bundle under teacher supervision.
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8 |
Construct and continue knit garment-follow assembly plan and quality checklist. Baby T-shirt -as an extra class exercise for those students who have completed their-Knit Assessment Task |
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9 |
Continue knit project and relevant paperwork-Quality checklist
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TERM BREAK |
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10 |
Complete all garments and samples to date Introduce ZIPS- demonstrate different types and handout
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Due-Assessment Task 2-Knit project |
11 |
Students to construct Zip samples- Single welt Zip, Invisible zip Fly front zip
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Students to research Skirt fabric |
12 |
Continue Zip samples
All class samples and Products must be completed Quality Checklists must be completed |
Begin-Assessment Task 3-Skirt Project |
13 |
All class samples must be completed Introduce-Blind Hem machine Students to trace skirt patterns lay fabric with patterns get approval before cutting |
Begin-Assessment 4-Knowledge Quiz and workbook |
14 |
Construct skirt-follow assembly plan and complete quality checklist on completion of construction of skirt |
Due-Assessment 4 –Knowledge Quiz and Workbook |
15 |
Complete Student resource folder with all handouts |
Due - Assessment Task 3-Skirt project |
16 |
Course completion
Individual feedback sessions |
Resubmission of work |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
The University Library has extensive resources and provides subject specialist expertise, research advice, help with referencing and support through:
The learning Lab
https://emedia.rmit.edu.au/learninglab/
The Study Support Hub
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-services/study-support
Develop English language skills
https://emedia.rmit.edu.au/learninglab/content/improve-your-english
Overview of Assessment
Assessment is ongoing throughout the course and will include activities to show theoretical understanding, practical demonstration and questioning. Full assessment briefs will be provided.
Create New VersionSuspendAssessment Tasks
Assessment 1
Make Garments Test and Bundle Ticket
Part A – Test in class in Week 2
Part B - Week 3
Assessment 2
Knit Top Project
Week 10
Assessment 3
Skirt Project
Week 16
Assessment Matrix
The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the unit of competency. This matrix is available on request from your teacher.
Other Information
Please refer to the RMIT student page for extensive information about study support, assessment, extensions, appeals and a range of other matters: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students
Attendance:
Your learning experience will involve class-based teaching, discussion, demonstration and practical exercises
It is strongly advised that you attend all timetabled sessions. This will allow you to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring you the maximum opportunity to complete this course successfully.
Assessment Feedback:
You will receive spoken and written feedback on all your work. Where relevant, this feedback will also include suggestions on how you can proceed to the next stage of developing your projects.
Student Progress:
Monitoring academic progress is an important enabling and proactive strategy designed to assist you in achieving your learning potential.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/academic-progress
Adjustments to Assessment (eg. applying for an extension of time):
If you are unable to complete any piece of assessment satisfactorily by the due date, you can choose to apply for an adjustment to your assessment. RMIT University offers a range of adjustments designed to support you in your studies, including an extension of time to complete the assessment.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-results/adjustments-to-assessment
Academic Integrity and Plagiarism:
RMIT University has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity. Please refer to the website for more information on this policy.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-results/academic-integrity
Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning:
Credit transfer is the recognition of previously completed formal learning (an officially accredited qualification).
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is an assessment process that allows you to demonstrate competence using the skills you have gained through experience in the workplace, voluntary work, informal or formal training or other life experiences.
Recognition of Current Competency (RCC) RCC applies only if you have previously successfully demonstrated competence in a unit of competency, and now requires to be reassessed to ensure that the competence is being maintained.
Please speak to your teacher if you wish to discuss applying for Credit Transfer, RPL, or RCC for the unit(s) of competency addressed in this course.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/enrolment/apply-for-credit
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