This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to assist in the preparation of preliminary design concepts. The unit applies to preparing preliminary design concepts for garments, for self or others, using generally basic stable fabrics. It also applies to original creation or adaptation of designs or interpretation of sketches for single or multiple production styles and ranges, made-to-measure and theatre costuming.

Work may be conducted in small to large scale enterprises and may involve individual and team activities.