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Calculate cost estimates for TCF products

Calculate cost estimates for TCF products

Unit of competency
National Code
MSTFD4023
State Code
OBA26
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
22/12/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
25/10/2019
Field of Education
080501 - Sales
Original Release Date
25/10/2019
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to calculate cost estimates for products developed for the textiles, clothing and footwear (TCF) industry, including sample production and bulk production runs.The unit applies to small to large scale workplaces in the TCF industry, 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. Prepare to calculate cost estimates
  • 1.1 Determine job requirements from specifications, job sheets and work instructions
  • 1.2 Identify factors and market forces to consider when costing TCF products
  • 1.3 Identify hidden costs in sample production
  • 1.4 Identify and compare different methods of labour use in the TCF industry
  • 1.5 Identify differences in costs for sample and bulk production items
2. Calculate costs involved in producing TCF products
  • 2.1 Compare fabric and trim of similar garments from different price points within TCF industry, and identify production differences
  • 2.2 Estimate costs of selected fabric and trims for sample items and bulk production
  • 2.3 Review quality standards and desired garment finish to determine labour source
  • 2.4 Calculate labour costs to produce sample garment and for bulk production
  • 2.5 Review and adjust chosen fabric, trims and labour, and calculate revised costs
3. Develop costing sheets to industry standards
  • 3.1 Identify components of costing sheets that meet TCF industry standards
  • 3.2 Complete costing sheets for sample products, incorporating materials, labour and hidden costs
  • 3.3 Develop quotations for bulk production of TCF items
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BAW91 MSTFD4004 Calculate cost estimates for fashion products Unit of competency
BAU84 MSTTD4011 Estimate costs for development of textile designs Unit of competency