Course Title: Knit Pattern Technology 3
Part A: Course Overview
Course Title: Knit Pattern Technology 3
Credit Points: 12
Terms
Course Code |
Campus |
Career |
School |
Learning Mode |
Teaching Period(s) |
GRAP2618 |
Brunswick Campus |
Undergraduate |
350T Fashion & Textiles |
Face-to-Face |
Sem 1 2014, Sem 1 2015, Sem 1 2016, Sem 1 2017, Sem 1 2018 |
Course Coordinator: Rhonda Ingwersen
Course Coordinator Phone: +61 3 99259248
Course Coordinator Email: rhonda.ingwersen@rmit.edu.au
Course Coordinator Location: 513.03.01
Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities
You should have satisfactorily completed the prerequisite courses GRAP2477 Knit Pattern Technology 2 before you commence this course.
Course Description
In this course you will begin to use more advanced methods of pattern making and original approaches to fit and proportion. This will include tailoring techniques and the implications of using knit fabrics. You will also use fashion specific software programs in order to create patterns.
Objectives/Learning Outcomes/Capability Development
In this course you will develop the following program learning outcomes:
1. Apply and creatively adapt a body of theoretical and technical knowledge and skills in fashion design and technology to your practice or future study
3. lnvestigate and work creatively to solve fashion design and production related problems
7. Apply initiative and judgement in planning, problem solving and decision making in your own work and working as part of a team
Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to:
• Investigate different methods of pattern making available and their applications
• Analyse characteristics of garment styles, silhouettes and fabrications to develop patternmaking solutions
• Use apparel development software packages to create patterns applying your knowledge and skills in patternmaking
• Compare the development process of fully fashioned knits to sewn garments
• Apply patternmaking methods to solve pattern design problems including fit and fabric requirements
• Create patterns, specifications and documentation to industry standards.
Overview of Learning Activities
You will be engaged in learning that involves a range of class activities such as theoretical and practical activities, group and class discussion, group activities/projects as well as online and self-directed learning.
During this course you will extend your manual pattern making skills for more advanced or detailed styles and attain computer skills in patternmaking. You will also produce a library of patterns for use in your class activities, both manually and digitally.
Overview of Learning Resources
RMIT will provide you with resources and tools for learning in this course through our online systems.
A list of recommended learning resources will be provided by your lecturer, including books, journal articles and web resources. You will also be expected to seek further resources relevant to the focus of your own learning.
You will be working in a simulated patternmaking studio and have access to a range of existing patterns. In addition, you will be working in a computer laboratory with specialised industry software.
The University Library has extensive resources for Fashion and Textiles students. The Library has produced a number of subject guides that includes quality online and print resources for your studies Fashion and Textiles Library Guides
The Library provides guides on academic referencing http://www.rmit.edu.au/library/referencing and subject specialist help via your Liaison Librarian Michelle Matheson michelle.matheson@rmit.edu.au (Brunswick).
Overview of Assessment
You will be assessed on how well you meet the course’s learning outcomes and on your development against the program learning outcomes.
Assessment will cover practical components of pattern making and may include developing patterns and specifications as an industry assignment, practical exercises, tests and projects, individually and in groups. You may be assessed independently or as part of a team project.
Ongoing feedback will be provided to enable you to monitor your own performance including detailed feedback on assessed tasks.
Your course assessment conforms to RMIT assessment principles, regulations, policies and procedures which are described and referenced under ’Assessment’ at: http://www.rmit.edu.au/policies/academic
A Student Charter summarises your responsibilities as an RMIT student as well as those of your teachers. http://www.rmit.edu.au/about/studentcharter
If you have a long term medical condition and/or disability it may be possible to negotiate to vary aspects of the learning or assessment methods. You can contact the program coordinator or the Disability Liaison Unit if you would like to find out more.