Course Title: Identify fabric performance and handling requirements

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2022

Course Code: MANU7406C

Course Title: Identify fabric performance and handling requirements

Important Information:

Please note that this course may have compulsory in-person attendance requirements for some teaching activities. 

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Please read the Student website for additional requirements of in-person attendance: https://www.rmit.edu.au/covid/coming-to-campus 

Please check your Canvas course shell closer to when the course starts to see if this course requires mandatory in-person attendance. The delivery method of the course might have to change quickly in response to changes in the local state/national directive regarding in-person course attendance. 

School: 515T Creative Industries

Campus: Brunswick Campus

Program: C3406 - Certificate III in Clothing and Textile Production (Clothing Production)

Course Contact: LAURA HOLMES-BROWN

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 9317

Course Contact Email: laura.holmes-brown@rmit.edu.au

Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Patricia McCarthy-Henry 

patricia.mccarthyhenry@rmit.edu.au

Nominal Hours: 40

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

MSTGN2011

Course Description

In this course you will acquire the skills and knowledge required to identify fabric performance and handling requirements.

National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:	MSTCL3001 Identify fabric performance and handling requirements
Element:	1 Determine job requirements
Performance Criteria:	1.1 Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)  1.2 Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times  1.3 Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs  1.4 Identify job requirements from specifications, drawings, job sheets or work instructions
Element:	2 Identify fabric performance characteristics
Performance Criteria:	2.1 Use identification methods to identify fabrics and component fibres  2.2 Identify key performance characteristics of fabrics   2.3 Conduct performance testing of fabrics  2.4 Identify common problems and faults of fabrics  2.5 Identify fabric quality using established quality indicators
Element:	3 Identify fabric handling requirements
Performance Criteria:	3.1 Use performance characteristics to describe appropriate uses of fabrics  3.2 Identify fibre and fabric finishes and implications for handling  3.3 Identify care requirements in handling fabrics and implications for production
Element:	4 Identify cleaning and labelling requirements
Performance Criteria:	4.1 Identify care and cleaning requirements of fabrics  4.2 Identify labelling requirements according to current Australian Standards  4.3 Record outcomes according to workplace procedures

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

In this course you will engage in the following learning activities:

• practical demonstrations in studio
• design activities and projects
• independent project based work
• practical studio based workshops

Teaching Schedule

Session	Learning Activity	Assessments
1	Overview of S3: Course, how the units are clustered and assessment outline  Introduction: Tour of production room and revise how to set up a workstation  Discussion: Studio rules, Fabric Report and Performance Checklist. Student to collect fabric – examples will be discussed.	Begin MSTCL3001 Assessment Task 1 Materials Folio
2	Discussion: Communication and Sustainability Glossary, TCF Glossary, Communications Manual, Communication Breakdown  Discuss labelling requirements and Australian Standards. Class activity on product labelling, Telephone etiquette and practice  Activity: Materials Folio activity	Begin Cluster 2 Assessment Task 1 Role Play
3	Discussion: ACCC care labelling on textiles and clothing, Care Labelling and Content   Activity: Materials Folio activity
4	Discussion: Fabrics and Fibres, Fabric characteristics and performance  Activity: Materials Folio activity  Activity: Role Plays and Knowledge quiz will be conducted in class.	Begin MSTCL3001 Assessment Task 2 Knowledge Quiz  Due Cluster 2 Assessment Task 1 Role Play
5	Discussion: Common fabric problems and faults, quality indicators  Activity: Materials Folio activity
6	Discussion: Sustainable and unsustainable fabrics, What’s wrong with textiles, Sustainability Manual	Begin Cluster 2 Assessment Task 2 Fabric Sample
7	Discussion: sustainability of fabric, fabric performance principles including draping and finishes  Activity: Materials Folio activity
8	Discussions: Complete class labelling activity	Due MSTCL3001 Assessment Task 1 Material Folio
SEMESTER BREAK
9	Discussion: Closed loop production  “Lifecycle of a t-shirt” and ““How old clothes can become new clothes” videos	Begin Cluster 2 Assessment Task 3 Poster
10	Discussion: View and discuss Upparel website  Activity: Collect images for poster	Begin Cluster 2 Assessment Task 3 Poster  Due Cluster 2 Assessment Task 2 Fabric Sample
11	Discussion: Types of fabric and fabric identification tests, Safety Precautions  Activity: begin testing	Begin MSTCL3001 Assessment Task 3 Fabrics Performance Testing
12 & 13	Discussion: Types of fabric and fabric identification tests questions  Activity: Continue fabric testing	Due MSTCL3001 Assessment Task 2 Knowledge Quiz
14	Discussion: Types of fabric and fabric identification tests questions  Activity: Continue fabric testing
15	Work towards assessment completion	Due Cluster 2 Assessment Task 3 Poster   Due MSTCL3001 Assessment Task 3 Fabrics Performance Testing
16	Course completion  Individual feedback sessions	Resubmission of work  (if necessary)

Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts

References

Other Resources

The University Library has extensive resources and provides subject specialist expertise, research advice, help with referencing and support through:

The learning Lab
https://emedia.rmit.edu.au/learninglab/
The Study Support Hub
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-services/study-support
Develop English language skills
https://emedia.rmit.edu.au/learninglab/content/improve-your-english

Overview of Assessment

Assessment is ongoing throughout the course and will include activities to show theoretical understanding, practical demonstration and questioning. Full assessment briefs will be provided.

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Assessment Tasks

Assessment Task 1 Materials Folio Due week 15

Assessment Task 2 Knowledge Quiz Due Week 4

Assessment Task 3 Fabrics Performance Testing Due Week 15

Assessment Matrix

The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the unit of competency. This matrix is available on request from your teacher.

Other Information

Please refer to the RMIT student page for extensive information about study support, assessment, extensions, appeals and a range of other matters: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students

Attendance:
Your learning experience will involve class-based teaching, discussion, demonstration and practical exercises

It is strongly advised that you attend all timetabled sessions. This will allow you to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring you the maximum opportunity to complete this course successfully.

Assessment Feedback: 
You will receive spoken and written feedback on all your work.  Where relevant, this feedback will also include suggestions on how you can proceed to the next stage of developing your projects.

Student Progress:
Monitoring academic progress is an important enabling and proactive strategy designed to assist you in achieving your learning potential.

https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/academic-progress

Adjustments to Assessment (eg. applying for an extension of time):
If you are unable to complete any piece of assessment satisfactorily by the due date, you can choose to apply for an adjustment to your assessment. RMIT University offers a range of adjustments designed to support you in your studies, including an extension of time to complete the assessment.

https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-results/adjustments-to-assessment

Academic Integrity and Plagiarism:
RMIT University has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity. Please refer to the website for more information on this policy.

https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-results/academic-integrity

Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning:
Credit transfer is the recognition of previously completed formal learning (an officially accredited qualification).

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is an assessment process that allows you to demonstrate competence using the skills you have gained through experience in the workplace, voluntary work, informal or formal training or other life experiences.

Recognition of Current Competency (RCC) RCC applies only if you have previously successfully demonstrated competence in a unit of competency, and now requires to be reassessed to ensure that the competence is being maintained.

Please speak to your teacher if you wish to discuss applying for Credit Transfer, RPL, or RCC for the unit(s) of competency addressed in this course.

https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/enrolment/apply-for-credit

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