Course Title: Identify fibres, fabrics and textiles used in the TCF industry

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2019

Course Code: VART6448C

Course Title: Identify fibres, fabrics and textiles used in the TCF industry

School: 350T Fashion & Textiles

Campus: Brunswick Campus

Program: C4390 - Certificate IV in Textile Design, Development and Production

Course Contact: Deborah Wills-Ives

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 9233

Course Contact Email: deborah.ives@rmit.edu.au


Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Kirsty Gorter kirsty.gorter@rmit.edu.au 9925 9219

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

In this course you will learn how to identify a variety of natural and synthetic fibres, yarns and textile materials. You will also learn about the way fibres and yarns can be knitted, woven, spun and/or tufted to create fabrics that are used to construct garments, home-wares and a variety of textile products.


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

MSTGN2011 Identify fibres, fabrics and textiles used in the TCF industry

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 Distinguish types of TCF materials

Performance Criteria:

2.1 Recognise types of fibres and yarns, fabrics and textile materials used in the manufacture of clothing and textile products
2.2 Identify methods of distinguishing and identifying fibres, yarns or textile materials
2.3 Identify common and emerging fabrics used in the garment industry
2.4 Identify processes used on raw fibres, basic processed yarns or finished yarns to create textiles
2.5 Identify generic and trade names for common fabrics and textile materials

Element:

3 Identify characteristics of fabrics

Performance Criteria:

3.1 Identify fibres used in construction of a variety of fabrics
3.2 identify construction processes of a range of fabrics
3.3 Examine a range of fabric types and identify physical and visual qualities
3.4 Identify generic and trade names for common fabrics and textile materials

Element:

4 Distinguish methods of constructing fabric and textile material

Performance Criteria:

4.1 Identify the purposes for processing changes
4.2 Distinguish basic processes of spinning fibres into yarns or processing yarns into knitted, woven or non-woven textile material
4.3 Identify textile product construction processes
4.4 Identify uses of different types of fibres and yarns and their effects on finished products

Element:

5 Identify uses of fabrics and textiles

Performance Criteria:

5.1 Identify common uses of a variety of fabrics and labeling requirements
5.2 Identify a range of textile products and their end uses and labeling requirements
5.3 Identify methods of measuring fabric and textile material quality in an identified workplace
5.4 Identify the 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 identifying a variety of fibres and fabrics.


Details of Learning Activities

In this course, you will be engaging in the following learning activities: class exercises to review discussions/lectures practical demonstrations in studio workshops peer learning class presentations group discussion research independent project based work simulated workplace activities


Teaching Schedule

 

For detailed competency mapping that relates to you weekly learning and assessments, please request detailed information from your teacher or program coordinator

Week

 

 

1

Overview of course module. WHS requirements. Assessment tasks. During the semester you will be examining different fibres and their properties and end uses. Yarn construction and different ways of using yarns to create texture and appearance. Fabric constructions and their end uses. You will be supplied with different samples that need to be displayed neatly with notes in a folder this folder will be become your Resource/reference folio. View Clothing Fibres https://rmit.kanopystreaming.com/video/clothing-fibresIntroduction to Assessments

 

2

Discussion of staple/filament fibres and fabric constructions. Introduction to different types of animal (protein) fibres and uses. Fibre samples; Commence a fibre classification chart. Intro to Felting (balls & egg cups).
Allocate Property definitions to be researched.

 

3

Property definitions shared with class. Commence Plant fibres (cellulose). Types and properties fibre samples, add information to fibre property chart. Animal fibre quiz

Assessment 1Observation check list  WHS (completed in class).

4

Regenerated and Synthetic fibres. Types and properties, add to fibre property chart. Fibre Samples. Plant fibre quiz.

 

5

Production of Silk, properties and uses.  Fibre samples. Regenerated and Synthetic fibres Quiz

Allocate Generic or Trade name Fibre/Yarn/Fabric topic for Assessment 2.

 

6

Identify fibres, using microscope, burning and other methods; Complete Fibre Identification chart.

 

7

Spinning processes: Worsted, woollen, cotton systems, staple and filament spinning. Identify fancy yarns. Yarn structure video; Calculate tex of selected yarns

 

8

Assessment 2: Generic or Trade name Fibre/Yarn/Fabric  class presentation

Assessment 2: Generic or Trade name Fibre/Yarn/Fabric  class presentation

9

Different types of weaves using paper. Discuss Bias, Warp, Weft, Selvedge and grain line. Examine different types of woven fabric samples. Plain, Twill, Satin, Pile, Dobby and Jacquard. Discuss fabric performance. Collect samples to be used as reference.

 

10

Weft Knits. Examine different samples. Single jersey, double jersey, Rib, Ponte ect.   Warp Knits discuss and examine samples of fabric. Raschel, Tricot. Discuss fabric performance. Collect samples to be used as reference.

 

11

Nonwoven fabrics different processes. Make paper

 

12

Perform testing on a sample of fabric and record results. Introduction to Australian Standards

 

13

Continue Fabric testing. Develop  care labels according to Australian standards;

 

14

Continue testing and creating care labels

Assessment 3: Validation Observation Check list (completed in class).

15

Submit Assessment 4: Fabric Sample Folio - submitted at end of class.

Submit Assessment 4: Fabric Sample Folio - submitted at end of class.

16

Student feedback

 


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts


References


Other Resources

You are advised to look at myRMIT for ongoing updated information.   There are no prescribed texts for this program however you may find the following book useful: Kadolph, Sara J, 2010, Textiles, Eleventh edition, Prentice Hall, Pearson. Gohl, E.P.G. Vilensky, L.D. 1998, Textiles for Modern Living, Fifth edition, Longman.
The University Library has extensive resources. The Library has produced a number of subject g uides that includes quality online and print resources for your studies. The Library provides guides and subject specialist help via your Liaison Librarians.


Overview of Assessment

In this course there are two assessment tasks. 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.


Assessment Tasks

This unit of competency is clustered for assessment with MSTGN2011.   This course is assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment. To demonstrate competency in this course you will need to complete the following pieces of assessment to a satisfactory standard. You will receive feedback at the conclusion of each assessment task.   You should refer to the assessment brief which is available on MyRMIT for full assessment criteria   Assessment Task 1: Workplace, Health and Safety checklist - completed week 3 in class Assessment Task 2: To investigate an allocated Trade or Generic Name of a fibres/yarns/fabrics and complete a 4-5 minute oral and visual presentation. Due: Week 8  Assessment Task 3: Validation checklist - completed week 14 in class Assessment Task 4: A collection of 12 (twelve) different fabric samples, include required information for each using the Fabric Collection Sample sheet. Due: Week 15     Results for this course are delivered and assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment are: CA: Competency Achieved NYC: Not Yet Competent DNS: Did not Submit for Assessment  


Assessment Matrix

The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency.   These matrices are available through Program Administration (or Program Coordinator)

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

Cover Sheet for Submissions:

You must complete and sign a submission cover sheet for every piece of submitted work
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/forms/assessment-forms

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.

http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students/assessment/adjustment

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.

http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students/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.

http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students/enrolment/credit

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