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Grade 2-D patterns

Grade 2-D patterns

Unit of competency
National Code
MSTFD4013
State Code
BAW82
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
04/07/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
01/12/2016
Field of Education
100505 - Fashion Design
Original Release Date
01/12/2016
Nominal Hours
80
Description
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge to grade flat or 2-D patterns used for garment production.The unit of competency applies to production of a basic style garment where discretion and judgement may be required in planning and selecting processes, procedures or outcomes.Work may be conducted in small to large scale enterprises and may involve individual and team activities.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Determine job requirements
  • 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
2 Prepare to grade patterns
  • 2.1 Select and prepare workstation and/or equipment according to WHS practices
  • 2.2 Identify grading system used in workplace
  • 2.3 Identify measurements of base size and subsequent spread
  • 2.4 Calculate number of sizes in grading and establish grade increments between sizes
  • 2.5 Set up base pattern of a basic style
  • 2.6 Identify style and fabric characteristics which influence grading and check queries with patternmaker
  • 2.7 Select appropriate grade plan and construct grade rule table
3 Grade pattern
  • 3.1 Determine stacking or outlay requirements, including direction
  • 3.2 Grade pattern manually using patternmaking technical skills or by computer
  • 3.3 Identify stack points or lines if stacking is used
  • 3.4 Preserve integrity of pattern attributes during grading
  • 3.5 Accurately label all pattern pieces with pattern marking symbols
  • 3.6 Check pattern for accuracy and rectify or address faults as required
4 Finalise grading
  • 4.1 Maintain records and complete documentation, as required
  • 4.2 File patterns
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W7232 LMTFD4013B Grade 2D patterns Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OEZ14 MSTAT4009 Grade 2D patterns Unit of competency