Course Title: Identify fibres and fabrics
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2014
Course Code: VART5902C
Course Title: Identify fibres and fabrics
School: 350T Fashion & Textiles
Campus: Brunswick Campus
Program: C4219 - Certificate IV in Fashion and Textiles Merchandising
Course Contact : Barbara Kuczuk
Course Contact Phone: 9925 9195
Course Contact Email:barbara.kuczuk@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Henry Orlinski henry.orlinski@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 50
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Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Course Description
This course covers the skills and knowledge to identify fibres and fabrics commonly used in the construction of garments and accessories.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
LMTCL2003B Identify fibres and fabrics |
Element: |
1. Identify fibres and fabrics |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Fibres used in clothing industry are identified. |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate competency in the above elements.
Details of Learning Activities
 Observe and investigate fibre, yarn and fabric characteristics (Problem solving)
 Research, collect and analyse data on fabrics and their uses (Planning and organising)
 Group discussion on fibre, yarn and fabric qualities (Teamwork)
 Work in a group to brainstorm and provide feedback on fabric findings (Teamwork and initiative and enterprise)
 Use technology to prepare assignments (Communication and technology)
 Use Self-evaluation quizzes (Learning)
 Use On-line activities (Technology)
 Use technology to present findings of research (Communication and technology)
Teaching Schedule
Wk 1 ►Introduction and explanation of course
►OH&S practices discussed
►Types of fibres – check labels, samples, visual inspection
► Generic names and trade names
►Methods of fibre identification – burn tests, microscopic examination and chemical tests IDENTIFY FIBRES AND FABRICS
1.1 Fibres used in the clothing industry are identified.
1.2 Methods of identifying fibres are identified
1.4 Generic and trade names for fibres and fabrics are identified
Wk 2 Cellulosic fibres Cotton, Linen 1.1
Wk 3 Protein fibres Wool, Silk, other animal fibres 1.1
Wk 4 Regenerated fibres Rayon, Viscose, Tencel, Modal, Lyocell, Bamboo 1.1, 1.4
Wk 5 Synthetic fibres, Nylon, Polyester, Acrylic
Special fibres 1.1, 1.4
Wk 6 REVISION ASSESSMENT No.1
1.1, 1.4
Wk 7 ASSESSMENT Test No1.
1.1, 1.4
Wk 8 ►Commence Weaving Assessment
►Weaving theory: plain, twill, satin, dobby, jacquard and pile 2.2
Wk 9 ►Knitting theory: weft and warp knits
►Other fabrications - theory: non woven
Wk 10 ►Knitting theory: weft and warp knits
►Other fabrications - theory: non woven
Wk 11 ►Continue with paper weaves and Knitting theory: weft and warp knits
►Other fabrications - theory: non woven
Discuss FABRIC RESEARCH ASSIGNMENT , provide names of fabrics to be researched
Wk 12 ►Knitting theory: weft and warp knits
►Other fabrications - theory: non woven
Wk 13
POWERPOINT PRESENTATION (may go for 2 weeks depending on numbers presenting) ►Communicate ideas and information
►Plan and organise activities
►Work with others and in teams
►Solve problems
►Use technology
►Self management: plan, organize and meet deadlines PPT PRESENTATION ON FABRIC RESEARCH
3.1, 3.2, 4.1
Wk 14
►Collation of fabrics – bring fabric folio
Review of fabrics names and construction methods 1.3 Fabrics used in the clothing industry are identified
2.1, 4.2 ►Collect, analyse and organise information
Wk 15 STUDENT ASSESSMENT WEEK
IN CLASS WRITTEN ASSESSMENT 2 ►Solve problems
►Communicate ideas and information
IN CLASS WRITTEN ASSESSMENT 2 - fabric identification, fabric construction identification and construction theory
1.3, 2.1, 4.2
Wk 16 STUDENT ASSESSMENT WEEK
IN CLASS WRITTEN ASSESSMENT 2
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
Texts with catalogue number 677 and 746.92 to 746.92092
Parker, J 2000 All about Cotton. 6th printing, Rain City Publishing, Washington
Parker, J 2000 All about Wool. 6th printing, Rain City Publishing, Washington
Parker, J 2000 All about Silk. 6th printing, Rain City Publishing, Washington
Kadolph, S 2007 Textiles. 10th edition, Prentice Hall, U.S.A.:
Hardingham, M 1978 Illustrated Dictionary of fabrics, Cassel & Collier Macmillan Publishers Ltd., London
Check library for DVDs, videos, databases, e-journals and journals
Overview of Assessment
The student will be given a range of assessment tasks including folio work, powerpoint presentation, research and quizzes.
Assessment Tasks
Written assessment 1 - fibre identification Written assessment performed in class 30 marks
FABRICATIONS (paper weaves) Practical assignment 20 marks
FABRIC RESEARCH Oral presentation 30 marks
Written assessment 2 – fabric identification and construction methods Written assessment performed in class 20 marks
Assessment Matrix
Elements In Class Written Assessment 1 Construction folio Fabric research In Class Written Assessment 2
1.1 Y
1.2 Y
1.3 Y
1.4 Y
2.1 Y
2.2 Y
3.1 Y
3.2 Y
4.1 Y
4.2 Y
Other Information
Students are required to purchase fabrics for fabric folio
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