Course Title: Cost production of fashion or textile designs
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2018
Course Code: BUSM8005C
Course Title: Cost production of fashion or textile designs
School: 350T Fashion & Textiles
Campus: Brunswick Campus
Program: C6158 - Advanced Diploma of Textile Design and Development
Course Contact: Deborah Wills-Ives
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 9233
Course Contact Email: deborah.ives@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
John brooks
9925 9250
Nominal Hours: 40
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Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
Nil
Course Description
The unit of competency applies to costing domestic and offshore production options for Textile designs and product. The unit applies to workplace practices and procedures applying at the point of production. This unit is taught as part of a clustered course with MSTTD4011 Estimate costs for the development of textile designs. There are shared learning and assessment outcomes.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
MSTFD5009 Cost production of fashion or textile designs |
Element: |
1. 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: |
2. Prepare to cost fashion or textile production |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Analyse production requirements to determine scale of production 2.2 Identify features of different production options in line with target market and product specifications 2.3 Identify and analyse costs associated with each production option 2.4 Compare cost benefits and cost negatives of each option 2.5 Review previous production records and consult appropriate personnel to determine cost efficiency of production options |
Element: |
3. Assess influences on production costs |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Determine factors that may affect cost of production 3.2 Identify quality and industry standards for design and/or production and assess implications 3.3 Consider production options in line with workplace procedures 3.4 Identify and assess variables which impact on production costs 3.5 Identify and compare differences between short-run or design production and large scale volume production 3.6 Review production options in line with additional information and refine most suitable options |
Element: |
4. Develop and analyse costing sheets for production |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Develop costing sheets for selected production options 4.2 Check calculations and collate data 4.3 Interpret data from costing sheets to assess most cost efficient option for production, in line with design and quality requirements 4.4 Document cost analysis and present to appropriate personnel to review suitability of options 4.5 Assess options for adjusting variables to modify production costs 4.6 Finalise cost analysis and complete all documentation |
Learning Outcomes
In this course you will covers the skills and knowledge required to analyse and calculate production costs of fashion or textile designs to determine the most cost-effective production mechanism and product costs.
Details of Learning Activities
This semester in costings, you will undertake research into costing methods for both small and large scale textile production. There will be class discussions, presentations and excursions.
Teaching Schedule
Course Schedule: Costings Semester 2: 2018 | |||
Week |
Topic |
Readings and Activities |
Assessment |
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Week 1 02 July 2018 |
Introduction to costings |
Overview of the semester ahead Question and answer session |
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Week 2 09 July 2018 |
Sourcing |
Presentation on sourcing materials and services Factoring materials and services into a costing estimate |
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Week 3 16 July 2018 |
Formulas |
Demonstration of a number of costing methods and formulas Discussion and analysis of costing methods |
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Week 4 23 July 2018 |
Overheads |
Discussion and calculation of potential hidden costs associated with textile design |
Assessment 1: Due: In class, week 4 |
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Week 5 30 July 2018 |
Excursion |
Craft Victoria excursion – talk with retail manager |
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Week 6 06 August 2018 |
Alternative Strategies |
Presentation and discussion on ways of making money and paying for services using a specific skill base |
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Week 7 13 August 2018 |
Funding |
Grant writing and applying for funding |
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Week 8 20 August 2018 |
Submission |
Assessment submission Reflective discussion |
Assessment 2: Due: In class, week 8 |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
Overview of Assessment
This course is assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment. To demonstrate competency in this course you will need to complete all the assessment to a satisfactory standard. You will receive feedback from the teacher at the conclusion of each assessment task. Competency is achieved only if competency has been demonstrated within the standard enrolment period. Students are advised that they may be asked to personally demonstrate their assessment work to confirm aspects of competency not evidenced in class or through assessments.
Results for this course are delivered and assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment are:
CA: Competency Achieved
NYC: Not Yet Competent
DNS: Did not Submit for Assessment
If you have a long term medical condition and/or disability it may be possible to negotiate to vary aspects of the learning or assessment methods. You can contact the program coordinator or Equitable Learning Services if you would like to find out more.
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Your course assessment conforms to RMIT assessment principles, regulations, policies, procedures and instructions which are available for review online: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment
If you have a long term medical condition and/or disability it may be possible to negotiate to vary aspects of the learning or assessment methods. You can contact the program coordinator or Equitable Learning Services if you would like to find out more.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-and-facilities/student-support/equitable-learning-services
Your course assessment conforms to RMIT assessment principles, regulations, policies, procedures and instructions which are available for review online:
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment
Assessment Tasks
Assessment 1 Costing analysis
Students will be developing costing sheets and calculating the cost of producing a product through both small scale and mass production and analysing the key differences.
Assessment 2 – Report
Students will undertake research and write a report in response to questions relating to the costing of textile practice in the context of a textile related business.
Assessment Matrix
The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency. These matrices are available through Program Administration (or Program Coordinator)
Other Information
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Cover Sheet for Submissions:
You must complete and sign a submission cover sheet for every piece of submitted work, including online submissions.
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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:
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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.
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Academic Integrity and Plagiarism:
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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 require to be reassessed to ensure that the competence is being maintained.
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