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Develop textile designs and specifications

Develop textile designs and specifications

Unit of competency
National Code
LMTTD5008A
State Code
W7453
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
16/07/2011
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
24/10/2014
Field of Education
100503 - Textile Design
Original Release Date
24/10/2014
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit covers the skills and knowledge associated with developing textile designs and specifications for production.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Interpret design brief
  • 1.1 Requirements of design are interpreted
  • 1.2 Purposes of textile product and end user are identified
  • 1.3 Additional Factors are determined and applied
  • 1.4 Materials for use in design are determined
  • 1.5 Design specifications are confirmed
  • 1.6 Initial design concepts are interpreted from brief
2 Develop textile design
  • 2.1 Designprocesses are used to further develop initial design concept
  • 2.2 Options are evaluated against design brief specifications
  • 2.3 Design concept is tested with client to refine options
  • 2.4 Selected design is presented for proposal using a range of communication tools
  • 2.5 Feedback is received and considered in line with design brief
  • 2.6 Design concept is modified and improved where possible
  • 2.7 Design confirmed and documented
3 Calculate production requirements
  • 3.1 Appropriate formulas for calculating yarn requirements are determined
  • 3.2 Calculations are undertaken using computer software or manual processes
  • 3.3 Data is analysed and yarn requirements are assessed
  • 3.4 Yarn requirements are documented
4 Test sample
  • 4.1 Textile sample is produced according to design specifications and OHS practices
  • 4.2 Sample is examined and accuracy of calculations determined
  • 4.3 Production process is analysed to determine improvements
  • 4.4 Routine testing of sample is undertaken to assess quality requirements and to ensure industry standards are met
  • 4.5 Results of sample testing are analysed to determine performance and acceptability for production
  • 4.6 Outcomes are documented and discussed with client and appropriate personnel and feedback is recorded
5 Prepare product specifications
  • 5.1 Sample analysis is applied to develop pattern specifications for textile design
  • 5.2 Production processes including technical aspects are determined and production plans prepared
  • 5.3 Final product specifications are confirmed with appropriate personnel and all documentation is completed
RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the Performance Criteria, is detailed below. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs if the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts
Legislative/regulatory requirements
All work must comply with relevant Federal and State or Territory legislative or regulatory requirements.
Requirements may include
budget
type of industry and industry standards
style
colour
function
performance
quality
dimension
timeline
design restrictions or conditions
Textile products include, but are not limited to:
fashion items and accessories
textile furnishings, artwork, fabric
canvas and PVC goods, such as:
covers for machinery, vehicles and equipment
different types of tarpaulins and canopies
heavy duty or protective work-wear
straps, belts and fittings
tool and equipment bags
leather goods, such as:
welders blankets and jackets
riggers belts and frogs
tool, equipment and instrument bags, pouches and covers
holders and holsters
washers and gaskets
protective clothing
Additional factors:
trends
yarn availability
production issues
resource availability or limitations
production costs
Design processes may include
application of elements and principles of design
development of inspiration boards, storyboards, etc.
assessment of fibres and fabrics
review of relevant products such as product sample designs
Yarns may include
ring spun
open-ended spun
air jet spun
friction spun
Fibres may include
polyester
cotton
wool
viscose rayon
Tests may relate to
Performance during processing or finished product performance requirements and may include:
microscopic analysis
chemical analysis
evenness testing
moisture content
dry-fastness
tensile-strength
elongation
tearing strength
crease recovery
dimensional stability
Finished products may include
socks
sweaters
towels
sheets
blankets
carpets
rope and twine
mops
industrial textiles
Test equipment may include
microscopes
weighing scales
rulers
templates
strength testers
conditioners
dryers
abrasion testers
pilling testers
Product specification may include
construction
dimensions
strength
shrinkage
OHS practices
OHS practices must include hazard identification and control, risk assessment and implementation of risk reduction measures specific to the tasks described by this unit, and may include:
manual handling techniques
standard operating procedures
personal protective equipment
safe materials handling
taking of rest breaks
ergonomic arrangement of workplaces
following marked walkways
safe storage of equipment
housekeeping
reporting accidents and incidents
other OHS practices relevant to the job and enterprise
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Critical aspects of evidence to be considered
Demonstrates skills and knowledge to:
interpret design brief
develop design concepts
communicate design concepts
use a range of communication tools to present design
perform calculations
establish criteria for tests
analyse and interpret tests
prepare product specification
communicate effectively with design team, production management, customers, etc.
maintain accurate records

Consistency in performance
Consistently applies skills and knowledge when:
organising work
completing tasks
identifying improvements
using workplace practices
using OHS practices
recording and reporting accidents and incidents
assessing operational readiness of equipment used and work processes
recognising and adapting to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions
completing work systematically with attention to detail without damage to goods and equipment

Resource implications
Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations, including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on workplace practices and OHS practices.

Context for assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in an appropriately simulated environment.

Interdependent Assessment
This unit may be assessed independently or in combination with other relevant units.
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
BAU75 MSTTD5008 Develop textile designs and specifications Unit of competency