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Digitise artwork for computerised embroideries

Digitise artwork for computerised embroideries

Unit of competency
National Code
MSTDE3002
State Code
BAX13
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Transition (Deleted)
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
31/01/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
01/12/2016
Field of Education
100503 - Textile Design
Original Release Date
01/12/2016
Nominal Hours
25
Description
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to apply fundamental digitising techniques to artwork for computerised embroidery production. The unit of competency applies to a range of digitising techniques using industry standard software to convert artwork from images to production of embroideries to industry standard. It includes use of manual and automatic digitising techniques, documenting and storing images, and producing samples to confirm result meets artwork specifications.Work involves liaison with specialist embroiderers and digitisers. Work may be conducted in a variety of environments, such as operational workplace activities, or home-based 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 digitise artwork for computerised embroideries
  • 2.1 Use computer basic operations, installing and navigating software to source and import selected artwork
  • 2.2 Prepare materials and equipment for digitising according to design specifications
  • 2.3 Digitise shapes using manual techniques
  • 2.4 Apply automated digitising techniques
3 Develop digitised artwork
  • 3.1 Select and apply a range of fill and outline stitch types, and save design to library
  • 3.2 Complete image to stitch conversion, adding complex fills to selected designs, and make colour selections
  • 3.3 Adjust embroidery designs and optimise embroidery stitch quality
  • 3.4 Finalise design to optimise productivity and quality
  • 3.5 Prepare for export and save to library
  • 3.6 Prepare designs for output to printer and machine
4 Complete embroidery sample and finalise work
  • 4.1 Select fabric, stabiliser, toppings and backings, needles, thread and hoop types, and use according to the design production requirements
  • 4.2 Complete a range of embroidery pieces, according to specifications to test design specifications
  • 4.3 Minimise and dispose of waste according to environmental guidelines and workplace procedures
  • 4.4 Seek feedback and integrate into outcomes
  • 4.5 Maintain records according to workplace procedures
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State Code National Code Title Type
S8031 LMTDE3002A Digitise artwork for computerised embroideries Unit of competency