Course Title: Use a sewing machine for fashion design
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2021
Course Code: MIET7607C
Course Title: Use a sewing machine for fashion design
School: 375T Vocational Design and Social Context
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
Margaret Papadopoulos
margaret.papadopoulos@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 80
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
This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to use a sewing machine and align and sew components using a range of machines and sewing operation techniques.
It applies to sewing work using a minimum of two machines which may include a plain lockstitch sewing machine, a three, four or five thread overlocker, a blind hemming machine or a zigzag sewing machine.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
MSTFD2006 Use a sewing machine for fashion design |
Element: |
1 Determine job requirements |
Performance Criteria: |
Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs Identify job requirements from specifications, drawings, job sheets or work instructions |
Element: |
2 Prepare to use sewing machine |
Performance Criteria: |
Determine materials and machining requirements and develop plan for sewing operations Clean, check, set up and adjust machine according to specifications for work Identify poor machine performance and adjust, as required Check and lay out fabric pieces in sequence according to production operations |
Element: |
3 Use sewing machine |
Performance Criteria: |
Sew pieces according to pattern requirements and quality standards Use machine according to requirements for efficient work Perform a range of sewing operations to align and sew pattern pieces and sew components. Control machine and handle work according to type of operations, fabrics and product type |
Element: |
4 Assess quality of sewn work |
Performance Criteria: |
Inspect sewn work against specifications, workplace procedures and quality standards Identify any faults or pieces that do not meet quality standards and take appropriate action Record results of quality inspection and store work ready for next operation |
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
Weeks |
General |
Work Safely |
Apply Quality Standards |
Use a Sew MC for fashion |
Assessments |
1 |
Overview of Course : Weekly planner- Discuss Course content and assessments |
Introduction to Production Room- Tour Introduce Work safely- Show Power points |
Introduce and discuss why quality standards are important |
1/ Discuss sewing kit. Equipment induction. Set up machine. Study parts of sewing needle Demonstration of Lockstitch Sewing machine 2/ Discuss Assessments:
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Assessment 1- (Knowledge test) -due Week 3 Must complete in class |
2 |
Review and continue from last week |
Housekeeping and MSDS handout. Production Room safety review. |
Introduce the terminology used in quality. |
Parts of Machine - see Production Resource Book. Practice threading M/C and bobbin case. Winding Bobbin. Insert Needle. Class task: Endless band. Sewing Pictures (min of 3). Class Test: Needle Test |
Needle Parts and test done in class |
3 |
Demonstrate good quality of seams. Refer to Seam Samples Handout. Refer to Overlocker handout. Demonstrate use of pressing equipment
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View YouTube for video of Sewing Techniques for Clothing Production |
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4 |
Introduce Housekeeping checklist (see Housekeeping and MSDS handout) |
Assessment 2 Student Guide Demonstrate seam samples. Then students practice:
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Discuss Assessment 2-give to students |
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5 |
Practical application of work health and safety (WHS) standards |
Check Seam Samples |
Continue practice using standard machines; Lockstitch and Overlocker Refer to Tote Bag Handout
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6 |
Discussion on machine maintenance and aspects of safety with respect to machine maintenance. |
Paper patterns, discuss measurements, and seam allowances and grainlines |
Refer to Tote Bag Assembly Handout. Continue Tote Bag
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7 |
Inspect Tote Bag |
Complete Tote Bag Elastic – class exercise |
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8 |
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Introduce apron and pocket sample Cut and sew apron |
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9 |
Discuss quality standards of Child short |
Introduce and start Child short Trace pattern and cut out short |
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Practical application of work health and safety (WHS) standards |
Complete Child Short |
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12 |
Practical application of work health and safety (WHS) standards |
Complete all class samples and garments |
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13 |
Refer to Child Shirt Patterns and Assembly Plan Handouts and cardboard pattern and sample. Assessment 3 Student Guide Trace Child Shirt pattern
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14 |
Fusing Activity |
Child's Shirt (each student to cut out their own)
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ASSESSMENT 2-(Knowledge) ASSESSMENT 3- (Practical) ALL DUE- WEEK 15 |
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15 |
Labels -Discuss and show students where to attach labels and content and size |
Continue and complete shirt. Complete Student Resource Folder with information handouts |
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16 |
Complete all required assessments and class |
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17 |
Feedback |
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
www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/learning-lab
The Study Support Hub
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/study-support-hub
English for uni workshops
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/workshops/english-uni-workshops
Overview of Assessment
Assessment is ongoing throughout the course and will include three assessments or projects. Assessments will be in the form of tests for underpinning knowledge and demonstration and observation of your ability to align and sew components using a range of machines and sewing operation techniques. Also by questioning for underpinning knowledge.
Assessment Tasks
Assessment 1
Knowledge test -Questions
Assessment due: Week 3
Assessment 2
Practical tasks
Assessment due: Week 15
Assessment 3
Observation and verbal Questions
Assessment 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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