Course Title: Grade shaped patterns

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2012

Course Code: GRAP5248C

Course Title: Grade shaped patterns

School: 350T Fashion & Textiles

Campus: Brunswick Campus

Program: C5220 - Diploma of Applied Fashion Design and Technology

Course Contact : Mandy Penton

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 99259202

Course Contact Email:mandy.penton@rmit.edu.au


Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Cathy Chen
Email: cathy.chen@rmit.edu.au
Phone: 9925 9229

Hoa Pham
Email: hoa.pham@rmit.edu.au
Phone: 9925 9237

Nominal Hours: 60

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

LMTFD4013B - Grade 2D patterns

Course Description

The unit applies to the allometric grading of 3D or shaped patterns for garments where the focus is on taking into account differences in body growth for a specialised fit.


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

LMTFD5016B Grade shaped patterns

Element:

1. Analyse size of market

Performance Criteria:

1.1 Market is researched for averages and differences.
1.2 Body growth o f target market is analysed.
1.3 Data of target market is collected for measurement table.
1.4 Appropriate base size is selected.
1.5 Appropriate grading methodology is selected.

Element:

2. Develop a shaped grade plan

Performance Criteria:

2.1 Design brief and specifications are interpreted.
2.2 Target market and intended purpose of design is
discussed and clarified with designer.
2.3 Measurement table is analysed.
2.4 Growth of circumference and length increments is
identified and size table is constructed.
2.5 Base pattern pieces are identified.
2.6 Grade points are allocated.
2.7 Grade rule table is constructed.

Element:

3. Grade pattern

Performance Criteria:

3.1 Stacking or outlay requirements, including direction are
determined.
3.2 Pattern is graded manually using patternmaking technical
skills or by computer, according to OHS practices .
3.3 If stacking, stack points or lines are identified.
3.4 Integrity of pattern attributes is preserved during grading.
3.5 All pattern pieces are accurately labelled with all
necessary pattern marking symbols .
3.6 Pattern is checked for accuracy and appropriate action
taken, if necessary.

Element:

4. Prepare portfolio

Performance Criteria:

4.1 Shaped patterns and markers are prepared and
presented in preparation for production.
4.2 Specification documents are prepared as required.

Element:

5. Maintain records

Performance Criteria:

5.1 Records are maintained and documentation completed.
5.2 Patterns are filed.


Learning Outcomes


The learner will be required to develop the knowledge and skills associated with problem solving and planning and organising to determine size and grading requirements and select base pattern. Communication and numeracy skills are used to analyse and determine required pattern information and complete pattern documentation. Self management skills are used to ensure conformance of grading to quality standards and market requirements.


Details of Learning Activities

Practical workshops in a simulated work setting using a computer aided pattern system (Gerber or Lectra).
Activities will include use of appropriate hardware including digitiser & full-scale and scaled printers and plotters.
Work will follow industry practices, incorporating all of the required learning outcomes.


Teaching Schedule

WEEK 1
Introduction to course
Assessment breakdown
Review of grading – master grade method
Quick demo of computer aided grading
WEEK 2
Grading of basic skirt on screen
Draft waistband on screen and grade
WEEK 3
Plotting of basic skirt block -full scale & mini of graded nest
Skirt style grade plan preparation
Skirt style grade
Create a Model/Variant for skirt style
Enter cutting & fabric information
WEEK 4
Marker making process using computer aided software (Gerber or Lectra)
Marker making of skirt style
Fill in marker making sheet
WEEK 5
Marker making of skirt style
Submission of sketch & grade plan of assignment style
WEEK 6
Revision of digitising process
Basic bodice block grade
WEEK 7
Shirt style grade
WEEK 8
Marker making of shirt style
Completion of pattern preparation for digitising of assignment
WEEK 9
Pant block grade
WEEK 10
Pant style grade
WEEK 11
Marker making of pant style
WEEK 12
Start project/assignment
WEEK 13
Continue project/assignment
WEEK 14
Continue project/assignment
WEEK 15
Continue project/assignment
WEEK 16
Assessment/feedback session

Please note that this teaching schedule may be subject to change with prior notification.


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts


References

Catherine Black. Modaris, Diamino, and JustPrint for Apparel Design. Fairchild, 2007
Sharp, Julia Ridgway. Introduction to AccuMark, pattern design, and product data management.New York : Fairchild Publications, c2007.
Jane D. Espinoza-Alvarado Computer aided fashion design using Gerber technology / Jane D. Espinoza-Alvarado. New York : Fairchild, 2007.


Other Resources


Overview of Assessment

Detailed course and assessment requirements and information will be made available to you first week of class. Specific details will be explained to you during scheduled classes.

This course comprises both practical and theory components. You will be expected to attend and participate in class activities.


As well as class activities you will be required to undertake research and assessment practice outside of regular class times and participate in formal assessment tasks.


PLEASE NOTE: work that has not been authenticated during class as your own work will not be considered for assessment.


Assessment Tasks

To ensure the development of a range of skills to meet competency requirements, students need to successfully complete all assessment tasks.
Work must be completed to industry standard to be deemed competent in this course and receive a pass grade.
Students will be eligible to receive a grade higher then a pass on successful submission of all assessment tasks by due dates and based on quality of work submitted.

Class work/activities – 40%

Project/assignment – 60%



Assessment Matrix

   Class exercises Project/Assignment
1. Analyse size of market X X
2. Develop a shaped grade plan X X
3. Grade pattern X X
4. Prepare portfolio X X
5. Maintain records X X

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