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Perform contour draping

Perform contour draping

Unit of competency
National Code
LMTFD5012B
State Code
W7252
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
16/07/2011
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
03/11/2008
Field of Education
100505 - Fashion Design
Original Release Date
03/11/2008
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit covers the skills and knowledge to perform contour draping for styled garments that are worn against the body.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare draping tools and equipment
  • 1.1 Work area is set up according to OHS practices and specifications for work.
  • 1.2 Draping tools and equipment are selected and prepared.
2 Prepare design working drawings
  • 2.1 Design lines are identified and plotted on body form, using narrow tape.
  • 2.2 Measurements are checked against specifications.
3 Prepare fabric for draping
  • 3.1 Dimensions of fabric pieces required for drape are estimated according to chosen design.
  • 3.2 Warp weft and bias of fabric are identified.
  • 3.3 Fabric handling qualities are identified.
4 Plan drape
  • 4.1 Requirements for adding wearing ease for movement are identified.
  • 4.2 Requirements of manipulating dart excess are identified.
  • 4.3 Seam positioning is planned.
  • 4.4 Drape plan is developed.
  • 4.5 Cover designs requiring a fitted foundation to support volume draping or layering are prepared.
5 Perform draping for contoured designs
  • 5.1 Fabric is pinned on model form relating reference points and fabric grains.
  • 5.2 Fabric is moulded and manipulated on model form according to working drawing, fit and design lines.
  • 5.3 Ease is added to allow for movement.
  • 5.4 Fullness or volume is incorporated into draping if required.
  • 5.5 Fabric is smoothed and manipulated over contours of model form and along design lines.
  • 5.6 Darts and seams are formed and pinned for pattern creation or garment construction.
  • 5.7 Drape is prepared for truing.
  • 5.8 Truing is performed
6 Finalise draping
  • 6.1 Drape is removed from model form.
  • 6.2 Drape is finalised and directed to next production process.
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.
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
Draping tools and equipment may include
model form
narrow tape
tape measure
pen/pencil
scissors
rule
marker pens
hole punch
pins
triangle square
French curve
pattern notcher
weights
Working drawing
design lines as depicted in the fashion sketch that are then transferred onto the model form using narrow tape
Fabric must be
the fabric of the final garment or a fabric that has the same handle or drape
Fabric handling qualities may include
fall
stretch
stability
drape
Drape plan may include
adding fullness (pleats, tucks, gathers)
multiple darts/division of darts
symmetric and/or asymmetric design features
cowls, twists, knots
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:
prepare tools, equipment and fabric pieces
prepare working drawing
develop a draping plan
carry out draping on model form
finalise the drape for next process

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
W6545 LMTFD5012A Perform contour draping Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
BAW61 MSTFD5012 Perform contour draping Unit of competency