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Perform sample machining of advanced construction garments

Perform sample machining of advanced construction garments

Unit of competency
National Code
MSTCL4001
State Code
BAX31
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
3.00
Current Release Date
25/07/2019
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
01/12/2016
Field of Education
030107 - Garment Making
Original Release Date
01/12/2016
Nominal Hours
115
Description
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to interpret design and advanced construction pattern specifications, and perform sewing operations to complete sample garments.This unit of competency applies to sample machining of garments involving all sewing operations required to sew a complete design sample featuring advanced construction, and assemble complete garments to design specifications. Work is independent, with the operator being responsible for own outcomes and may have some responsibility for the work of others.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 machine advanced construction garment
  • 2.1 Analyse design specifications to identify advanced construction requirements
  • 2.2 Prepare workstation tools and equipment
  • 2.3 Examine garment components to ensure that they comply with pattern specifications and make any adjustments as required
  • 2.4 Determine advanced construction requirements and plan sequence of operations
3 Sew garment
  • 3.1 Conduct sewing operations according to requirements of pattern, component detail and design
  • 3.2 Use all machines required to produce a complete design sample
  • 3.3 Control machine speed and work handling for type of operations, fabrics and product
  • 3.4 Regularly check performance of machine for signs of faulty operation
  • 3.5 Perform garment embellishment, where necessary, to meet design specifications
  • 3.6 Finish garment and inspect against design and pattern specifications
  • 3.7 Record results of inspection of finished garment
4 Review design and production processes
  • 4.1 Identify garment construction problems, provide feedback to designers and patternmakers, and document
  • 4.2 Review production processes to assess timing and task requirements and identify alternative processes to achieve more efficient or effective outcomes
  • 4.3 Use appropriate communication tools to review sample garment and production with appropriate personnel
  • 4.4 Document outcomes of communication and maintain records
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W7181 LMTCL4001A Perform sample machining of bespoke garments Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OEZ11 MSTAT4012 Produce garments using advanced construction techniques Unit of competency