Course Title: Use a sewing machine for fashion design

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2022

Course Code: MIET7607C

Course Title: Use a sewing machine for fashion design

Important Information:

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

To participate in any RMIT course in-person activities or assessment, you will need to comply with RMIT vaccination requirements which are applicable during the duration of the course. This RMIT requirement includes being vaccinated against COVID-19 or holding a valid medical exemption. 

Please read this RMIT Enrolment Procedure as it has important information regarding COVID vaccination and your study at RMIT: https://policies.rmit.edu.au/document/view.php?id=209

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

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:

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 Prepare to use sewing machine

Performance Criteria:

2.1 Determine materials and machining requirements and develop plan for sewing operations 

2.2 Clean, check, set up and adjust machine according to specifications for work 

2.3 Identify poor machine performance and adjust, as required 

2.4 Check and lay out fabric pieces in sequence according to production operations 

Element:

3 Use sewing machine

Performance Criteria:

3.1 Sew pieces according to pattern requirements and quality standards 

3.2 Use machine according to requirements for efficient work 

3.3 Perform a range of sewing operations to align and sew pattern pieces and sew components. 

3.4 Control machine and handle work according to type of operations, fabrics and product type 

Element:

4 Assess quality of sewn work

Performance Criteria:

4.1 Inspect sewn work against specifications, workplace procedures and quality standards 

4.2 Identify any faults or pieces that do not meet quality standards and take appropriate action 

4.3 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

Session 

Learning Activity 

Assessments 

Overview 0f: 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, Equipment list and induction, Study and demonstrate lockstitch sewing machine and parts and needle. 

Discuss quality standards importance, 

Introduce Work safely -Show Power points 

 

Begin - Assessment Task 1- Knowledge Quiz 

 

Discuss all three assessments 

Student resource folder 

 

Review and continue from last week  

Housekeeping and MSD-handout. 

Production room safety. 

Introduce terminology used in Quality 

 

Production resource booklet- Parts of the machine, bobbin threading, Insert needle  

CLASS TASK- Endless band and sewing pictures-at least-3 

Class test -Needle 

Needle parts test complete in class 

Demonstrate Good quality seams- Open and closed -6 samples 

 

Introduce Overlocker and demonstrate 

Introduce pressers and Demonstrate 

Due - Assessment Task 1- Knowledge Quiz Must complete in class week 3 class. 

Housekeeping class exercise must be completed 

 

Check all seam samples and continue in class 

These should be filed in Student resource folder 

Assessment 2- Guide and discuss  

What is quality 

Apply quality standards Booklet-students to complete in class 

 

Introduce Assessment Task 2-discuss  

Practical application of work health and safety Standards 

Check all seam Samples 

Continue overlocking samples and threading 

Refer to TOTE BAG Handout -Student will  

STUDENT must-Create Pattern discuss measurements and seam allowances as well as Trims and embellishments. 

 

 

 

Class discussion on machine maintenance and safety 

Continue Tote Bag pattern -Student to complete paper pattern  

In class discuss and demonstrate Grainlines, Cutting method and chosen fabrics. 

 

Inspect and continue Tote bag 

Students to lay patterns and get approval before cutting  

Introduce assembly plan and Discuss 

 

 

Class to continue and complete tote bag 

 

Introduce ELASTICS -Students to sew Elastic sample- 3 methods 

Demonstration of sample 

 

Introduce Japanese style apron -students to trace pattern and cut out with approved fabric choice 

 

SEMESTER BREAK 

Continue Apron  

 

 

10 

Discuss Quality standards for apron and Child shorts  

Start Child shorts -trace pattern cut and sew. 

Continue and complete apron 

 

11 

Students to do Quality checks on tote bag and apron -follow assessment guide 

Continue child short 

 

 

12 

 All class samples and Products must be completed 

Quality Checklists must be completed 

 

13 

Introduce Child’s shirt- Students to trace off patterns lay and cut out pattern pieces  

Students must get teacher approval in fabric choice and lay and cutting instructions. 

Begin- Assessment Task 3-Knowledge -checklist and questions and verbal questions-- 

14 

Fusing activity 

Child shirt- Discuss assembly plan fusing, button and buttonholes placements 

SPECIFICATION SHEET-Handout discuss 

 

15 

LABELS- Introduce discuss why and where to attach labels-Brand name, Size and fibre content and care instructions. 

Complete Child shirt 

Complete Student resource folder with all handouts  

Due - Assessment Task 2 – Products-Tote bag Apron and Child Shirt 

Due- Assessment Task 3- Knowledge checklist and verbal questions 

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 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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