Course Title: Identify quality and types of textile fibres, yarns and fabrics

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: VE 2017

Class Number: See specific class number

Class Section:

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Course Code: VART6449C

Course Title: Identify quality and types of textile fibres, yarns and fabrics

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

Sue Scott
sue.scott@rmit.edu.au
99259208

Nominal Hours: 50

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 Identify fibres, fabrics and textiles used in the TCF industry

Course Description

In this course you will learn how to identify the quality of various fibres, yarns and fabrics and the way production of these impacts the textile product. You will also learn how to conduct simple testing methods and procedures, to identify various textile properties found in knitted, woven and various non-woven textiles.

This course consists of 2 Units of Competency that are clustered together for delivery and assessment. The other Unit of Competency in this clustered course is: MSTGN2011 Identify fibres, fabrics and textiles used in the TCF industry

National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:	MSTTX3001 Identify quality and types of textile fibres, yarns and fabrics
Element:	1 Determine job requirements
Performance Criteria:	1.1 Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) 1.2 Comply with  work health 7 safety (WHS) requirements at all times 1.3 Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOP's 1.4 Identify job requirements from specifications, drawings, job sheets or work instructions
Element:	2 Prepare to determine fibre, yarn and fabric performance
Performance Criteria:	2.1 Use identification methods to identify fibres, yarns and fabrics, and identify their physical and chemical properties. 2.2 Identify performance characteristics of various fibres, yarns and fabrics. 2.3 Identify common fibre and yarn faults and the problems they cause in fabric production or the finished product 2.4 Use quality indicators to determine fibre, yarn and fabric quality, identify quality faults and take appropriate action. 2.5 Conduct performance testing of fibre, yarn and fabric in accordance with workplace procedures
Element:	3 Determine uses, care and labelling requirements
Performance Criteria:	3.1 Distinguish performance characteristics and appropriate uses of fabrics 3.2 Identify applicable fabric finishes and implications for care, handling and use 3.3 Identify cleaning requirements 3.4 identify labelling requirments according to workplace procedures and Australian Standards

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this course you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to conduct simple testing methods and procedures on a variety of fibres, yarns and fabrics. You will be able to apply correct labelling of textiles products using the Australian Standards and identify faults within the production process that impact the quality of the textile.

Details of Learning Activities

In this course you will participate in the following learning activities.

 

• class exercises and discussions
• practical demonstrations in studio
• workshops
• projects
• peer learning
• class presentations
• group discussion
• visits to galleries and events
• simulated workplace activities.

Teaching Schedule

Note: While your teacher will cover all the material in this schedule, the weekly order is subject to change depending on class needs and availability of speakers and resources.

 

Week	Class content	Unit of competency and elements
Week 1	Overview of course module. OHS 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 DVD. Introduction to Assessment Task 2 Fabric Samples collection.	MSTGN2011 Elements 1,4 MSTTX3001 Element 1
Week 2	Discussion of staple/filament fibres and fabric constructions Commence a fibre classification chart. Introduction to different types of wool and uses. Fibre samples. Allocate Property definitions to be researched.	MSTGN2011 Elements 2,3 MSTTX3001 Element 2
Week 3	Animal Fibres and their uses. Fibre samples. Discuss and demonstrate property definitions.	MSTGN2011 Elements 2,3 MSTTX3001 Elements 2,3
Week 4	Production of Silk, properties and uses. Fibre samples. Animal fibre quiz Commence Plant fibres (cellulose) Types and properties fibre samples.	MSTGN2011 Elements 2,3 MSTTX300 Element 2
Week 5	Complete Plant fibres (cellulose) Types and properties, add information to fibre property chart. Fibre samples. Make paper.	MSTGN2011 Elements 2,3 MSTTX3001 Elements 2,3
Week 6	Regenerated and Synthetic fibres. Types and properties, add to fibre property chart. Uses of fibres. Fibre Samples. Plant fibre quiz. Allocate Generic or Trade name Fibre/Yarn/Fabric topic for Assessment Task 1	MSTGN2011 Elements 2,3, MSTTX3001 Elements 2,3
Week 7	Identify fibres, using microscope, burning and other methods. (Observation checklist Task 1 OHS) Complete Fibre Identification chart. Regenerated and synthetic fibres Quiz	MSTGN2011 Elements 1,2, MSTTX3001 Elements 1,2
Week 8	Spinning processes Worsted, woollen, cotton systems, staple and filament spinning. Identify fancy yarns. Calculate tex of selected yarns	MSTGN2011 Element 2 MSTTX3001 Element 2
Week 9	Generic or Trade name Fibre/Yarn/Fabric presentation Assessment Task 1	MSTGN2011 Elements 2,3 MSTTX3001 Element 3
Week 10	Different types of weaves using paper. Discuss Bias, Warp, Weft, Selvedge and grain line.	MSTGN2011 Elements 3,4 MSTTX3001 Elements 2,3
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	Anzac Day Tuesday 25th
Week 11	Examine different types of woven fabric samples. Plain, Twill, Satin, Pile, Dobby and Jacquard. Discuss fabric performance. Collect samples to be used as reference.	MSTGN2011 Elements 3,4,5 MSTTX3001 Elements 2,3
Week 12	Weft Knit. 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.	MSTGN2011 Elements 3,4,5 MSTTX3001 Elements 2,3
Week 13	Nonwoven fabrics different processes. Introduction to felting. Felt a sample.	MSTGN2011 Elements 3,4,5 MSTTX3001 Elements 2,3
Week 14	Perform testing on a sample of fabric and record results.(Observation check sheet 2 Fabric performance)	MSTGN2011 Element 5 MSTTX3001 Element 3
Week 15	Submit Fabric sample collection Assessment Task 2.	MSTGN2011 Elements 1,2,3,4,5 MSTTX3001 Elements 1,2,3
Week 16	Student feedback

Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts

References

Other Resources

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. You are advised to look at myRMIT for ongoing updated information. The University Library has extensive resources. The Library has produced a number of subject guides 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

This course is assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment. To demonstrate competency in this course you will need to complete all the assessment to a satisfactory standard. This course consists of 2 Units of Competency that are clustered together for delivery and assessment. The other Unit of Competency in this clustered course is: MSTGN2011 Identify fibres, fabrics and textiles used in the TCF industry You will receive feedback from the teacher at the conclusion of each assessment task. Competency is achieved only if competency has been demonstrated within the standard enrolment period. Students are advised that they may be asked to personally demonstrate their assessment work to confirm aspects of competency not evidenced in class or through assessments. 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 If you have a long term medical condition and/or disability it may be possible to negotiate to vary aspects of the learning or assessment methods. You can contact the program coordinator or Equitable Learning Services if you would like to find out more. https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-and-facilities/student-support/equitable-learning-services Your course assessment conforms to RMIT assessment principles, regulations, policies, procedures and instructions which are available for review online: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment

Assessment Tasks

You should refer to the assessment brief which is available on MyRMIT for full assessment criteria

Assessment Task 1: To investigate an allocated Trade or Generic Name of a fibres/yarns/fabrics and complete a 4-5 minute oral and visual presentation.

Assessment Task 2: A collection of 12 (twelve) different fabric samples, include required information for each using the Fabric Collection Sample sheet.

Assessment Matrix

The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency. These matrices are available through 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, including online submissions.

http://www.rmit.edu.au/staff/studentadmin/assessment/authorisation

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.

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

Special consideration Policy (Late Submission) All assessment tasks are required to be completed to a satisfactory level. If you are unable to complete any piece of assessment by the due date, you will need to apply for an extension. Special consideration appeals and discipline  https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment/special-consideration Penalties for late assessment  Late submission or presentation of assessable work without an approved extension will be penalised as follows: - Complete work submitted 1 to 7 days late will incur a penalty of 5% per day on your final mark - Partial or incomplete work submitted 1 to 7 days late will incur a penalty of 5% per day on your final mark for the entire assessable work - Work submitted after day 7 will be awarded an NN grade and 0% mark - Weekends and holiday periods are included in the calculation of the late penalty - Where a due date includes a specific time for submission or presentation, submissions after that time on the due date incur a 5% penalty. Academic Integrity and Plagiarism - RMIT University has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity. The following link provides important information on the following topics that relates to all courses: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/rights-and-responsibilities/academic-integrity • Student Feedback at RMIT • Student Progress • Special Consideration, appeals, and discipline • Academic Integrity • Student Progress Committee (SPC) • Assessment Grades • Classification of award 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 require 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.

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