Course Title: Textiles Product Knowledge
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2007
Course Code: MKTG5432L
Course ID: 030125
Course Title: Textiles Product Knowledge
School: 350T Fashion & Textiles
Program Code: C5165 - Diploma of Textiles Clothing and Footwear
Course Contact : Barbara Kuczuk
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 9145
Course Contact Email: barbara.kuczuk@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Ms Kelly Pascoe
+(61 3) 9925 9177
kelly.pascoe@rmit.edu.au
Location
Building: 511
Level: 1
Room: 8
Nominal Hours: 108
Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.
Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Course Description
To provide learners with skills and knowledge to:
• Assess the suitability of fabrics to product end-use
• Identify all the components and related costs, required for the manufacture of specific TCF merchandise
• Identify and plan production timelines.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
LMTPDCL01A Assist In Prepar Of Prelim Design Concepts 01/ |
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LMTPDCL01A/01 Interpret design brief within specified guidelines |
Performance Criteria: |
· Design parameters are clarified, in consultation with designer, sales team, management and/or client, where required |
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LMTPDCL01A/01 Interpret design brief within specified guidelines |
Performance Criteria: |
· Design parameters are clarified, in consultation with designer, sales team, management and/or client, where required |
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LMTPDCL01A/01 Interpret design brief within specified guidelines |
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LMTPDCL01A/02 Research relevant information within specified guidelines |
Performance Criteria: |
· Trends in fabrics, etc. are researched for performance, colour, availability, care/maintenance requirements and suitability to project or design |
Element: |
LMTPDCL01A/02 Research relevant information within specified guidelines |
Performance Criteria: |
· Trends in fabrics, etc. are researched for performance, colour, availability, care/maintenance requirements and suitability to project or design |
Element: |
LMTPDCL01A/02 Research relevant information within specified guidelines |
Element: |
LMTPDCL01A/03 Contribute to design concepts |
Performance Criteria: |
· Preliminary concepts are worked out in conjunction with others to identify possibilities |
Element: |
LMTPDCL01A/03 Contribute to design concepts |
Performance Criteria: |
· Preliminary concepts are worked out in conjunction with others to identify possibilities |
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LMTPDCL01A/03 Contribute to design concepts |
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LMTPDCL01A/04 Contribute to the presentation of design/s |
Performance Criteria: |
· Own role and relationship to others for the presentation meeting is determined and rehearsed |
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LMTPDCL01A/04 Contribute to the presentation of design/s |
Performance Criteria: |
· Own role and relationship to others for the presentation meeting is determined and rehearsed |
Element: |
LMTPDCL01A/04 Contribute to the presentation of design/s |
Element: |
RUAG5501BC/04 Implement marketing plan |
Performance Criteria: |
· Market conditions are monitored to the marketing plan. |
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RUAG5501BC/04 Implement marketing plan |
Performance Criteria: |
· Market conditions are monitored to the marketing plan. |
Element: |
RUAG5501BC/05 Evaluate the marketing plan |
Performance Criteria: |
· Performance indicators are identified. |
Element: |
RUAG5501BC/05 Evaluate the marketing plan |
Performance Criteria: |
· Performance indicators are identified. |
National Element Code & Title: |
LMTPDCL03A Select and/or modify patterns or blocks |
Element: |
LMTPDCL03A/01 Interpret the design |
Performance Criteria: |
· Design sketch/drawing is interpreted and clarified with designer or senior patternmaker as required |
Element: |
LMTPDCL03A/01 Interpret the design |
Performance Criteria: |
· Design sketch/drawing is interpreted and clarified with designer or senior patternmaker as required |
Element: |
LMTPDCL03A/01 Interpret the design |
Element: |
LMTPDCL03A/02 Select a pattern |
Performance Criteria: |
· Specifications are read and interpreted, in consultation with others as required |
Element: |
LMTPDCL03A/02 Select a pattern |
Performance Criteria: |
· Specifications are read and interpreted, in consultation with others as required |
Element: |
LMTPDCL03A/02 Select a pattern |
Element: |
LMTPDCL03A/03 Modify existing pattern |
Performance Criteria: |
· Steps required to modify the pattern are determined |
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LMTPDCL03A/03 Modify existing pattern |
Performance Criteria: |
· Steps required to modify the pattern are determined |
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LMTPDCL03A/03 Modify existing pattern |
Element: |
LMTPDCL03A/04 Test pattern |
Performance Criteria: |
· Pattern is tested for feasibility by making a prototype or toile |
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LMTPDCL03A/04 Test pattern |
Performance Criteria: |
· Pattern is tested for feasibility by making a prototype or toile |
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LMTPDCL03A/04 Test pattern |
Element: |
LMTPDCL03A/05 Maintain records |
Performance Criteria: |
· Records are maintained and reports prepared, where necessary, in accordance with enterprise procedures |
Element: |
LMTPDCL03A/05 Maintain records |
Performance Criteria: |
· Records are maintained and reports prepared, where necessary, in accordance with enterprise procedures |
Element: |
LMTPDCL03A/05 Maintain records |
National Element Code & Title: |
LMTPRGN03A Participate On Production Planning Process 01/ |
Element: |
LMTPRGN03A/01 Confirm production requirements |
Performance Criteria: |
· Projected requirements regarding stock supplies, product quantities, quality and delivery schedules are confirmed |
Element: |
LMTPRGN03A/01 Confirm production requirements |
Performance Criteria: |
· Projected requirements regarding stock supplies, product quantities, quality and delivery schedules are confirmed |
Element: |
LMTPRGN03A/01 Confirm production requirements |
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LMTPRGN03A/02 Gather specific production information |
Performance Criteria: |
· Specific information relating to production capacity is obtained and/or confirmed |
Element: |
LMTPRGN03A/02 Gather specific production information |
Performance Criteria: |
· Specific information relating to production capacity is obtained and/or confirmed |
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LMTPRGN03A/02 Gather specific production information |
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LMTPRGN03A/03 Participate in planning meetings |
Performance Criteria: |
· Specific requirements for the meeting are confirmed |
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LMTPRGN03A/03 Participate in planning meetings |
Performance Criteria: |
· Specific requirements for the meeting are confirmed |
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LMTPRGN03A/03 Participate in planning meetings |
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LMTPRGN03A/04 Maintain records |
Performance Criteria: |
· Production planning records are maintained and reports prepared, where necessary, in accordance with enterprise procedures |
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LMTPRGN03A/04 Maintain records |
Performance Criteria: |
· Production planning records are maintained and reports prepared, where necessary, in accordance with enterprise procedures |
Element: |
LMTPRGN03A/04 Maintain records |
National Element Code & Title: |
LMTQAGN02A Coordinate External Quality Assurance 01/4 |
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LMTQAGN02A/01 Assess external suppliers/customers |
Performance Criteria: |
· Assessment and evaluation of suppliers capability and/or quality system is conducted |
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LMTQAGN02A/01 Assess external suppliers/customers |
Performance Criteria: |
· Assessment and evaluation of suppliers capability and/or quality system is conducted |
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LMTQAGN02A/01 Assess external suppliers/customers |
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LMTQAGN02A/02 Liaise with external suppliers/customers |
Performance Criteria: |
· Specifications of materials, services and/or equipment to be supplied are identified and documented in accordance with workplace procedures |
Element: |
LMTQAGN02A/02 Liaise with external suppliers/customers |
Performance Criteria: |
· Specifications of materials, services and/or equipment to be supplied are identified and documented in accordance with workplace procedures |
Element: |
LMTQAGN02A/02 Liaise with external suppliers/customers |
Element: |
LMTQAGN02A/03 Check for conformance to specifications |
Performance Criteria: |
· Conformance of materials/products from external supplier is established against specifications |
Element: |
LMTQAGN02A/03 Check for conformance to specifications |
Performance Criteria: |
· Conformance of materials/products from external supplier is established against specifications |
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LMTQAGN02A/03 Check for conformance to specifications |
Element: |
LMTQAGN02A/04 Maintain records |
Performance Criteria: |
· Records are maintained and reports prepared, where necessary, in accordance with enterprise procedures |
Element: |
LMTQAGN02A/04 Maintain records |
Performance Criteria: |
· Records are maintained and reports prepared, where necessary, in accordance with enterprise procedures |
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LMTQAGN02A/04 Maintain records |
National Element Code & Title: |
RUAAG5501BCA Develop A Marketing Plan |
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RUAG5501BC/01 Determine business and financial requirements |
Performance Criteria: |
· The cash flow capacity of each production option for the property is determined. |
Element: |
RUAG5501BC/01 Determine business and financial requirements |
Performance Criteria: |
· The cash flow capacity of each production option for the property is determined. |
Element: |
RUAG5501BC/01 Determine business and financial requirements |
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RUAG5501BC/02 Obtain and analyse market information |
Performance Criteria: |
· Behaviour of factors influencing price, supply and demand is monitored. |
Element: |
RUAG5501BC/02 Obtain and analyse market information |
Performance Criteria: |
· Behaviour of factors influencing price, supply and demand is monitored. |
Element: |
RUAG5501BC/02 Obtain and analyse market information |
Element: |
RUAG5501BC/03 Develop marketing plan |
Performance Criteria: |
· Estimates of product quality and quantity are made. |
Element: |
RUAG5501BC/03 Develop marketing plan |
Performance Criteria: |
· Estimates of product quality and quantity are made. |
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RUAG5501BC/03 Develop marketing plan |
Element: |
RUAG5501BC/04 Implement marketing plan |
Element: |
RUAG5501BC/05 Evaluate the marketing plan |
Learning Outcomes
Refer to other parts of guide
Overview of Learning Activities
Details of Learning Activities
PLANNED LEARNING EXPERIENCES:
• Practical workshops in yarn and fabric identification, accessories and trims
• Industry visits to retail fabric outlets.
• Presentations on fabric and end-use.
• Tutorials on underpinning skills and knowledge
Teaching Schedule
SEMESTER 1
1 12/02/07 Introduction, Product Development from a Textile Perspective
2 19/02/07 Textile fibres and their properties
3 26/02/07 Natural cellulosic fibres
4 05/03/07 Natural protein fibres
5 12/03/07 Monday - Labour Day The fibre manufacturing process
6 19/03/07 Manufactured regenerated fibres
7 26/03/07 Synthetic fibres
2/04/07 – 13/04/07 Easter Break
8 16/04/07 Special use fibres
9 23/04/07 REVISION
10 30/05/07 TEST ON FIBRES AND YARNS
11 07/05/07 Yarn Processing. Yarn Classification
12 14/05/07 Basic weaving and knitting
13 21/05/07 Basic weaving and knitting
14 28/05/07 Basic weaves and fabrics
15 04/06/07 Fancy weaves and fabrics
16 11/06/07
Monday – Queen’s B’day Knitting and knit fabrics
17 18/06/07 Other fabrication methods
18 25/06/07 Submit WEAVING AND KNITTING assignment (10 marks)
SEMESTER 2
1 16/07/07 Fabric analysis
2 23/07/07 Fabric analysis
3 30/07/07 New fibres and fabrics
4 06/08/07 POWER POINT PRESENTATIONS on fabric research (10 marks)
5 13/08/07 REVISION of fabrics and fabric construction theory
6 20/08/07 Test 2 – Fabric construction theory, new fibres and fabrics, and yarns (20 marks)
7 27/08/07 Finishing – an overview
8 03/09/07 Aesthetic finishes
9 10/09/07 Special purpose finishes
10 17/09/07 Test 3 – Fabric names
24/09/07 - 05/10/07 TERM BREAK
11 08/10/07 Dyeing and printing
12 15/10/07 Identifying finishes and dyeing methods
13 22/10/07 Care of textile products, environmental concerns
14 29/10/07 REVISION
15 05/11/07 Test 4 – Colouration, finishes, care of textile products, environmental concerns (20 marks)
16 12/11/07
Tuesday – Melb Cup Preparation for integrated assignment
17 19/11/07 Preparation for integrated assignment
18 26/11/07 ASSESSMENT WEEK for holistic (10 marks)
Overview of Learning Resources
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
Essential Learning Resources:
Prescribed text: Kadolph, S J 2007, Textiles, 10th edition, Pearson Prentice Hall, N J
Other references:
• Texts with catalogue number 677 and 746.92 to 746.92092
• Debbie Anne Gioello & Beverly Berke, Fashion Production Terms
• Debbie Anne Gioello, Understanding Fabrics: From Fibre to Finished Cloth
• Harold Scruby, Raymond Day, A Management Manual for the Australian Clothing Industry
• The Textiles Institute, Textile Terms and Definitions
• Anne Fritz, Consumer Textiles
• E.P.G. Gohl, Textiles for Modern Living
• Julie Parker, All about Cotton
• Julie Parker, All about Silk
• Julie Parker, All about Wool
• Martin Hardingham, Illustrated Dictionary of Fabrics
Overview of Assessment
Learners need to demonstrate by means of a range of assessment tasks that they can:
1. Identify the attributes of the fibres used in the textile industry.
2. Describe yarns and count systems used in the textile industry.
3. Identify and describe fabric type and construction method for a given sample of fabric.
4. Create a fabric folio that identifies fabric name and definition, historical exposé, fibre content, yarn structure, fabric construction, texture, hand, drape, width, weight, country of origin, approximate cost and appropriate end-use.
5. Present by way of oral presentation, reports on fabrics.
6. Identify finishing processes applied to fabrics and garments.
7. Ascertain the performance expectations of fabric.
8. Research new fibres and fabrics and present via way of an oral presentation.
Assessment Tasks
Learners need to demonstrate by means of a range of assessment tasks that they can:
1. Identify the attributes of the fibres used in the textile industry.
2. Describe yarns and count systems used in the textile industry.
3. Identify and describe fabric type and construction method for a given sample of fabric.
4. Create a fabric folio that identifies fabric name and definition, historical exposé, fibre content, yarn structure, fabric construction, texture, hand, drape, width, weight, country of origin, approximate cost and appropriate end-use.
5. Present by way of oral presentation, reports on fabrics.
6. Name commonly used fabrics in the textile industry.
7. Identify finishing processes applied to fabrics and garments.
8. Ascertain the performance expectations of fabric
9. Research new fibres and fabrics
Test 1 will cover items 1 and 9 (20%)
Test 2 will cover item 2, 3 and 9 (20%)
Test 3 will cover items 6 (15%)
Test 4 will cover items 7 and 8 (15%)
Oral presentation will cover item 4, 5 and 8 (10%)
Fabrication assignment covers item 3 (10%)
Integrated assessment will cover items 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7 8 and 9 (10%)
• Assessment timeline: Progressive assessments including folio report, fabrication assignment, integrated assessment, oral presentation, research and unit tests
• Learners can make a claim for Approved Prior Learning on entry to the course
• Criteria for your results: HD (high distinction – indicative score 80-100%) or DI (distinction – indicative score 70-79%) or CR (credit – indicative score 60-69%) or PA (pass – indicative score 50-59%) or NN (fail – indicative score 0-49%).
• Negotiation to vary assessment methods may be made in special circumstances. This is subject to the discretion of the trainer after consideration of the learner’s request and is done on a needs basis.
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