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Create and edit digital embroidery designs

Create and edit digital embroidery designs

Unit of competency
National Code
LMTFD4009B
State Code
W7228
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
16/07/2011
View on TGA
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/10/2014
Field of Education
030107 - Garment Making
Original Release Date
15/10/2014
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit covers the skills and knowledge to create and edit digital embroidery designs using specialised software programs.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Identify client design brief
  • 1.1 Specifications for embroidery design are determined.1.2 Available software programs are identified.1.3 Garment considerations are identified.1.4 Machine requirements are identified.
2 Create original design
  • 2.1 Design concept is created and prepared for presentation.2.2 Designs are reviewed against brief and with client, and modified as required to gain approval for development.2.3 Design concept is developed using appropriate tools and equipment and according to OHS practices.2.4 Design specifications are developed to guide production.2.5 Designs are stored, organised and protected.
3 Edit design
  • 3.1 Suitable designs or images are selected for editing.3.2 Designs are imported into software programs.3.3 Designs are edited to achieve design objectives.3.4 Production specifications are determined.3.5 Designs are stored, organised and protected.
4 Present design for feedback
  • 4.1 Design concept is presented for feedback.4.2 Feedback is received and considered in line with design objectives.4.3 Design concept is modified and improved where possible.
RANGE STATEMENT
The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the Performance Criteria, is detailed below. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs if the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.
Legislative/regulatory requirements
All work must comply with relevant Federal and State or Territory legislative or regulatory requirements.
Specifications may include:
content
colour
dimensions
stitch type and size
font
fill
Garment considerations may include:
type of fabric
colour of fabric
positioning of design
suitability of size, design, colour
Machine requirements may include:
thread type
needle type
stitch settings
spool requirements
Tools and equipment may include:
computer
software programs
hardware peripherals such as scanners, printers
paper, pens
templates
Edited may include:
manipulation of height, scale, skew, rotation, width, length, fonts, fill, baseline, envelopes, borders, spacing, needle penetration, stitch size and type, colour
changes to content, style, finish
OHS practices
OHS practices must include hazard identification and control, risk assessment and implementation of risk reduction measures specific to the tasks described by this unit and may include:
manual handling techniques
standard operating procedures
personal protective equipment
safe materials handling
taking of rest breaks
ergonomic arrangement of workplaces
following marked walkways
safe storage of equipment
housekeeping
reporting accidents and incidents
other OHS practices relevant to the job and enterprise
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Critical aspects of evidence
Demonstrates skills and knowledge to:
plan work tasks to achieve specifications
prepare workstation and work before commencing operations
use software programs to develop designs
apply OHS practices in work operations
maintain accurate records

Consistency in performance
Consistently applies skills and knowledge when:
organising work
completing tasks
identifying improvements
using workplace practices
using OHS practices
recording and reporting accidents and incidents
assessing operational readiness of equipment used and work processes
recognising and adapting to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions
completing work systematically with attention to detail without damage to goods and equipment

Resource implications
Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations, including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on workplace practices and OHS practices.

Context for assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in an appropriately simulated environment.

Interdependent assessment
This unit may be assessed independently or in combination with other relevant units.
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W6521 LMTFD4009A Create and edit digital embroidery designs Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
BAW87 MSTFD4009 Create and edit digital embroidery designs Unit of competency