Course Title: Identify fibres, fabrics and textiles used in the TCF industry
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2023
Course Code: MIET7614C
Course Title: Identify fibres, fabrics and textiles used in the TCF industry
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 99259317
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
Mardi O'Rourke
mardi.orourke@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 80
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Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Course Description
In this course you will acquire the skills and knowledge to identify fibres and fabrics commonly used in the construction of garments and accessories.
This includes identifying a wide range of fibres and fabrics used in the clothing industry. Fibres include natural and synthetic, and fabrics include knitted, woven and non-woven.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
MSTGN2013 Identify fibres, fabrics and textiles used in the TCF industry |
Element: |
1. Distinguish types of TCF materials and production processes |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Distinguish types of fibres and yarns, fabrics and textile materials used in manufacture of clothing and textile products 1.2 Identify methods of distinguishing and identifying fibres, yarns and textile materials 1.3 Identify common and emerging fabrics used in garment industry 1.4 Identify processes used on raw fibres, basic processed yarns, and finished yarns to create textiles |
Element: |
2. Identify characteristics of fabrics |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Identify fibres used in the construction of different fabrics 2.2 Identify construction processes of different fabrics 2.3 Examine a range of fabric types and identify their physical and visual qualities 2.4 Identify generic and trade names for common fabrics and textile materials |
Element: |
3. Distinguish methods of constructing fabric and textile materia |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Identify purposes of different stages in textile product construction process 3.2 Distinguish basic processes of spinning fibres into yarns and processing yarns into knitted, woven and non-woven textile material 3.3 Identify textile product construction processes 3.4 Identify uses of different types of fibres and yarns and their effects on finished products |
Element: |
4. Identify uses of fabrics and textiles |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Identify common uses of a range of fabrics and labelling requirements 4.2 Identify textile products and their end uses and labelling requirements 4.3 Identify and measure fabric and textile material quality for identified purpose 4.4 Identify impact of quality on production processes |
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
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Session |
Learning Activity |
Assessments |
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1 |
Overview of: Course and assessment outline
Introduction: -Format for setting up folder for samples and handouts Discuss fabrics and categories-Natural , Synthetic, Non-Woven and Knits-these will be covered during the Semester |
Discuss all three assessments Student resource folder |
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2 |
Review and continue from last week Show PowerPoint-Natural fibres |
Begin-Assessment Task 1- WEAVES |
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3 |
Introduce-Fibre Characteristics Manual this will be completed in class-today complete to page 10 |
Assessment Task 1-Paper weaves will be cut and created during class time –Plain Twill and Satin weaves |
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4 |
Students to create Weave samples-3 Plain, twill and satin Start in class Discuss in detail -Cotton, Linen, Silk and Wool Show PowerPoints Discuss Fibres and fabrics properties and definitions-continue Fabric Characteristic Booklet Discuss Assessment 2-Give out fabric samples and guidelines |
Due- Assessment Task 1-Weaves
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5 |
Continue Assessment Task 2 in class
Discuss in detail -Cotton, linen, Silk wool Show PowerPoints
Wool presentation -show PowerPoint and discuss |
Begin-Assessment Task 2-Fabric Identification Sheets
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6 |
Handling fabrics-Right and wrong sides Introduce various Trims
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7 |
Fabrication and handling fabric care and labelling Discuss labelling requirements-refer to Tote bag Show PowerPoint and handout
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Review tote bag fabric properties |
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8 |
Discuss fabric information and choices for products Apron Complete Fabric Characteristic Booklet |
Review apron fabric choice properties Due –Assessment Task 2- fabric Identification sheets |
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9 |
Child shorts-fabric choice and handling
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Review short fabric choice and properties |
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TERM BREAK |
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10 |
Introduce Re-generated and Synthetic fibres class discussion and demonstration of fabrics- Show -Power point
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11 |
Continue with discussions and demonstrations by showing -different Woven and Non-woven fabrics-Show Power point
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12 |
Introduce KNITS-different types Construction method----Hand knitting---Terminology—Plain /pearl Hand Knitting exercise during class |
Begin- Assessment Task 3-Fabric Identification Sheets |
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13 |
Discuss and show samples of KNITS- show Power Point |
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14 |
Continue assessment Task 3 |
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15 |
All work Requirements-must be completed Assessment 3 -Complete |
Due –Assessment task 3-Fabric Identification Sheets |
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16 |
Course completion
Individual feedback sessions |
Resubmission of work |
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 identify fibres and fabrics, describe fabric construction processes and qualities of fabric plus determining the uses of fabrics.
Assessment Tasks
Assessment 1
Fabric Construction
Week 4
Assessment 2
Fabric identification -woven
Week 12
Assessment 3
Fabric Identification- Knit
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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