Elements and Performance Criteria

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. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Costume components may include:
aesthetic and functional costume features, e.g.:
binds
boning channels
casings
decorative closures
decorative custom-made trims
eyelets
fastenings
frills
hem finishes
lace edgings
lace insertions
panes/slashes
plackets
pockets
rouleau
standard closures
tabs and bands
Tudor ruffs
mounted fabrics, interlinings and linings.
Functionality may include:
a 'decorative' component
a 'working' component
care requirements
comfort for the wearer
compatibility of materials used for component with complete costume
durability according to the performance and production
manufacturer specifications/instructions.
Sequence of operations may include:
efficiencies
fabric handling requirements
fabric positioning
machinery and equipment required
systems
techniques
timing.
Equipment may include:
clothing storage and transportation bag
coat hangers
conversion tables
cutting boards and tables
dressmaker's dummies
dyeing facilities
glue guns
hand-held cutting machines
hanging racks
industrial or domestic irons, presses and steamers
laundry facilities, e.g. washing machines, dryers
measuring tapes
overlockers
portable or fixed sewing machines, industrial or domestic
scissors and cutters
spray guns
tools, e.g. wire cutters, hammers, pliers
wardrobe base: studio/location or production office.
Fabrics and notions may include:
commercial trims
custom-made trims
fastenings
haberdashery
sewing threads
textiles, e.g.:
costume fabrics
base fabrics
interlinings/backings
linings
interfacings
wadding.
Relevant personnel may include:
costume designer
costume production staff
make-up and hair personnel
other specialist staff
production manager
wardrobe department personnel
wardrobe supervisor/manager.

EVIDENCE GUIDE
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
ability to determine and source fabrics and notions required for construction of costume components
construction of costume components that meet specifications and production requirements and demonstrate an ability to:
use sewing machinery competently and safely
develop and follow a sequence of operations
sew and finish costume components that meet aesthetic and functional requirements
ability to meet deadlines
attention to detail.

Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
practical demonstration of skills through the making of a wide range of costume components
access to fabrics, notions and equipment as listed in the range statement
access to appropriate learning and assessment support when required
use of culturally appropriate processes and techniques appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of learners and the work being performed.

Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence and third-party workplace reports of on-the-job performance
evaluation of costume components made by the candidate to determine whether costume requirements and specifications have been met and whether the sequence of operations was logical and efficient
observation of the candidate during construction sessions to assess safe and confident use of machinery and equipment and problem solving skills
written or verbal questioning to test knowledge as listed in the required skills and knowledge section of this unit.

Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
CUFCOS401A Make costumes.