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Research and analyse textile materials

Research and analyse textile materials

Unit of competency
National Code
MSTGN5018
State Code
OEY95
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
22/12/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
03/07/2023
Field of Education
080301 - Business Management
Original Release Date
03/07/2023
Nominal Hours
70
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to research and analyse textile materials and to make recommendations about their use in a business context. It includes the analysis of different aspects of materials such as fibre properties, quality, construction processes, finish and end use with a focus on establishing the ethical, sustainability, design and production implications of findings for business activities.This unit applies to individuals working independently or within broad guidelines. No licensing or certification requirements exist at the time of publication. Relevant legislation, industry standards and codes of practice within Australia must be applied.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Establish research scope
  • 1.1 Establish research objectives that reflect business requirements
  • 1.2 Establish criteria for materials to be researched and proposed research scope
  • 1.3 Develop research plan that identifies materials to be researched
2. Complete research
  • 2.1 Source and analyse information about textiles and determine fibre properties, qualities, aesthetic and performance characteristics
  • 2.2 Establish the sustainability of materials through investigation of complete lifecycle
  • 2.3 Identify current and emerging materials construction processes
  • 2.4 Investigate new and emerging textiles and textile processing techniques
  • 2.5 Research both global and domestic trends in materials and their business implications
  • 2.6 Identify routine and non-routine tests to gather data on textile materials and products
  • 2.7 Determine care and end-use considerations for materials
  • 2.8 Establish textile factors that influence quality of finished products
3. Analyse research findings
  • 3.1 Analyse research findings against research objectives and criteria, and prioritise according to significance for business activities
  • 3.2 Take into account sustainability, intellectual property and ethical practice considerations to select findings with most potential
  • 3.3 Analyse features and benefits, and disadvantages or risks, of selected findings
  • 3.4 Prepare research report that summarises key findings and makes recommendations to meet business requirements
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