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Sew design prototypes

Sew design prototypes

Unit of competency
National Code
MSTFD4016
State Code
BAW79
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
030107 - Garment Making
Original Release Date
01/12/2016
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to assemble a prototype garment using commercial machines.The unit of competency applies to producing a garment that is not designed to be worn but will be used for the purposes of confirming elements of design and production requirements.This unit covers sewing and assembly skills only. 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 for garment assembly
  • 2.1 Collect and organise relevant information on design concept
  • 2.2 Prepare work pieces according to design concept
  • 2.3 Lay out pattern pieces and pin or tack to the fabric to match fabric pattern, nap and weave
  • 2.4 Lay out garment components according to sequence of assembly operations
  • 2.5 Set up workbench and seating and adjust machines according to specifications for work
3 Assemble garment components
  • 3.1 Assemble components according to WHS practices and accepted garment assembly techniques
  • 3.2 Check garment for sizing and appearance
  • 3.3 Adjust garment to better display design characteristics and correct fabric alignment, garment fitting and other features
4 Complete prototype
  • 4.1 Complete required hand sewing and finishing according to design concept requirements
  • 4.2 Press garment according to fabric requirements and garment construction details
  • 4.3 Check quality and impact of finished garment against original design concept
  • 4.4 Note any assembly issues and inform appropriate personnel
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W7235 LMTFD4016B Sew design prototypes Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OEZ09 MSTAT4016 Cut and sew design prototypes Unit of competency