Course Title: Product Development and Production 1
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2008
Course Code: GRAP5118L
Course Title: Product Development and Production 1
School: 350T Fashion & Textiles
Campus: Brunswick Campus
Program: C5166 - Diploma of Textiles Clothing and Footwear
Course Contact : Rhonda Ingwersen
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 9214
Course Contact Email:rhonda.ingwersen@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Travis Hart – travis.hart@rmit.edu.au
Janette Gavin - janette.gavin@rmit.edu.au
Tina Marino - tina.marino@rmit.edu.au
Sharon Koenig - sharon.koenig@rmit.edu.au
Dawn Taylor - dawn.taylor@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 135
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
Design Concepts & Development A & B, Pattern Development A & B, Sew Garments
Course Description
Students develop skills in researching fashion trends and developing design concepts. Activities are designed to enable learners to interpret designs, then to develop accurate patterns according to the principles of good fit and production specifications.
This will include designing and producing a range of garments for a clothing enterprise through a specific design brief either in conjunction with a manufacturer or in a simulation.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
LMTMTGN01A Prepare procedures and specifications |
Element: |
LMTMTGN01A/01 Identify relevant requirements |
Performance Criteria: |
a. information required for standard operating procedures is identified and assembled. b. Specification requirements and fromat are established and confirmed, where necessary |
Element: |
LMTMTGN01A/01 Identify relevant requirements |
Performance Criteria: |
a. Key features of different types of specification sheets are described |
Element: |
LMTMTGN01A/02 Prepare specifications |
Performance Criteria: |
a. specifications are written in an appropriate format to ensure requirements canbe met. b. Special needs are incorporated into the specifications c. specifications are written in a manner that is clear and understood in the workplace |
Element: |
LMTMTGN01A/02 Prepare specifications |
Performance Criteria: |
a.Design instructions are analysed and interpreted c. Specification sheet is completed with all relevant information according to workplace practices |
Element: |
LMTMTGN01A/03 Prepare standard operating procedures and/or manuals |
Performance Criteria: |
a. Information needed to establish the operating procedures and/or manual is collected, reviewed and interpreted in accordance with workplace procedures. |
Element: |
LMTMTGN01A/03 Prepare standard operating procedures and/or manuals |
Performance Criteria: |
a. Documentation is prepared to formalise processes for achieving the enterprise objectives b. Responsibility for all updates and changes to the procedures or manuals is assigned or designated |
Element: |
LMTMTGN01A/04 Review procedures and specifications against standards |
Performance Criteria: |
a. Finished product is compared against specifications |
Element: |
LMTMTGN01A/04 Review procedures and specifications against standards |
Performance Criteria: |
a. Compliance with the procedures and specifications requirements is monitored in relation to the required application. b. results are assessed, reported and/or acted upon according to enterprise procedures. |
Element: |
LMTMTGN01A/05 Maintain records |
Performance Criteria: |
Presentations on production performance and developments are made at management meetings in accordance with workplace procedures |
Element: |
LMTMTGN01A/05 Maintain records |
Performance Criteria: |
Records of procedures and specifications are maintained and associated reports prepared, where necessary, in accordance with enterprise procedures. |
Element: |
LMTPDCL06A/02 Construct the block |
Performance Criteria: |
a. Appropriate drafting principles and methods are selected for block |
National Element Code & Title: |
LMTPDCL05A Develop/present design concept/s within specified guidelines |
Element: |
LMTPDCL05A/01 Research fashion and garment |
Performance Criteria: |
a. Design brief is reviewed and details checked to ensure correct interpretation. |
Element: |
LMTPDCL05A/01 Research fashion and garment |
Performance Criteria: |
a.Fashion design trends are researched and relevant information relating to design project is obtained, including availability of materials. |
Element: |
LMTPDCL05A/02 Generate and select initial concepts in consultation with others |
Performance Criteria: |
a. Concepts are developed to identify range of possibilities. |
Element: |
LMTPDCL05A/02 Generate and select initial concepts in consultation with others |
Performance Criteria: |
a.Ideas are discussed and modified in consultation with other design team members. |
Element: |
LMTPDCL05A/03 Develop design concepts and details in consultation with others |
Performance Criteria: |
a.Appropriate styles and trims or accessories are identified. |
Element: |
LMTPDCL05A/03 Develop design concepts and details in consultation with others |
Performance Criteria: |
a. Artwork/drawings/specifications are prepared in appropriate format, including any additional documentation required. |
Element: |
LMTPDCL05A/04 Cost range/garment in conjunction with production area |
Performance Criteria: |
a. All items and resources required for the designs are checked and confirmed. |
Element: |
LMTPDCL05A/04 Cost range/garment in conjunction with production area |
Performance Criteria: |
a. Total design costs are calculated, which include labour, material and overhead cost estimates. |
Element: |
LMTPDCL05A/05 Maintain records |
Performance Criteria: |
Records are maintained and reports prepared, where necessary. |
Element: |
LMTPDCL05A/05 Maintain records |
Performance Criteria: |
Records are maintained and reports prepared, where necessary. |
National Element Code & Title: |
LMTPDCL06A Construct block to make patterns |
Element: |
LMTPDCL06A/01 Interpret the design |
Performance Criteria: |
a. Size and fit specifications and Australian Standards are interpreted and clarified with designer or relevant personnel. |
Element: |
LMTPDCL06A/01 Interpret the design |
Performance Criteria: |
a. Base size and fit model are checked for compatibility. |
Element: |
LMTPDCL06A/02 Construct the block |
Performance Criteria: |
a. Appropriate drafting principles and methods are selected for block |
Element: |
LMTPDCL06A/03 Construct and adjust toiles |
Performance Criteria: |
a. Accuracy of toiles is evaluated in relation to fit, comfort and |
Element: |
LMTPDCL06A/03 Construct and adjust toiles |
Performance Criteria: |
a.Toiles are accurately cut and constructed from block. |
Element: |
LMTPDCL06A/04 Develop and complete final blocks |
Performance Criteria: |
Final blocks are completed, labelled and checked for accuracy and completeness of all necessary information, and to ensure compliance with specifications. |
Element: |
LMTPDCL06A/04 Develop and complete final blocks |
Performance Criteria: |
Information from toiles, including any minor adjustments is |
Element: |
LMTPDCL06A/05 Maintain records |
Performance Criteria: |
All required documentation is completed. |
Element: |
LMTPDCL06A/05 Maintain records |
Performance Criteria: |
Blocks are filed and stored. |
National Element Code & Title: |
LMTPRCL14A Assemble/fit custom-made/bespoke garments |
Element: |
LMTPRCL14A/01 Prepare garment pieces |
Performance Criteria: |
Fabric pieces and linings are pinned or sewn together as required, and appropriately hung in readiness for assembly. |
Element: |
LMTPRCL14A/01 Prepare garment pieces |
Performance Criteria: |
First fitting is conducted with the client and necessary changes made, as required. |
Element: |
LMTPRCL14A/02 Assemble garment |
Performance Criteria: |
a. Pieces are sewn together to form the whole garment in accordance with pattern specifications. |
Element: |
LMTPRCL14A/02 Assemble garment |
Performance Criteria: |
a. Second fitting of garment is carried out with client. |
Element: |
LMTPRCL14A/03 Finish garment |
Performance Criteria: |
a. Alterations are undertaken, where relevant. |
Element: |
LMTPRCL14A/03 Finish garment |
Performance Criteria: |
a. Garment is finished to meet specifications and appropriate labels attached. |
Element: |
LMTPRCL14A/04 Conduct final fitting |
Performance Criteria: |
a. Final fitting is conducted to ensure client satisfaction and to confirm correct sizing, look and wearer comfort. |
Element: |
LMTPRCL14A/04 Conduct final fitting |
Performance Criteria: |
a. Final fitting is conducted to ensure client satisfaction and to confirm correct sizing, look and wearer comfort. |
Element: |
LMTPRCL14A/05 Maintain document |
Performance Criteria: |
a. All relevant paperwork and documentation is prepared in accordance with enterprise procedures. |
Element: |
LMTPRCL14A/05 Maintain document |
Performance Criteria: |
a. All relevant paperwork and documentation is prepared in accordance with enterprise procedures. |
Learning Outcomes
Refer to Part B of guide
Details of Learning Activities
This course will enable the learner to develop skills in researching, designing and producing a range of garments for specific briefs, either in conjunction with manufacturer or in a simulation.
1. Research and develop a product/range to meet the specific brief.
2. Consult with client and define design through sketches, samples and discussion
3. Cost the range/garment in conjunction with production area.
4. Interpret the design and construct the patterns and sample toile. Develop, and then complete the final patterns and garments.
5. Prepare and maintain reports and specifications in accordance with the project brief.
6. Communicate with team members and the client.
Teaching Schedule
Week 1-3 - Introduction to the course requirements, expectations, attendance, assessment, timelines etc.
- Commence research and ideas Look at colours, source fabrics and trims (self directed).
- Commence product development
Submit Assessment 1
Week 4 to Week 9 – Select garments to be produced. Commence patternmaking, toiling and production sample Submit Assessment 2 ( Project 1- wk 5)
Week 10 – Cut final production patterns in card
Submit Assessment 3
Week 11 – Cut the final garment ready for production
Week 12 –16 – Garment Assembly
Week 17 – Finalize Garment and related project work for Presentation.
Submit Assessment 4
Week 18 Presentation of final garments to class and or industry partner/assessor
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
Overview of Assessment
Tasks that have not been authenticated in class as the students own work will not be considered for assessment. All work must be produced within time requirements.
Regular attendance is necessary to demonstrate that you can:
- Research trends and other relevant information
- Develop concepts and story board theme
- Prepare artwork, sketches and specifications
- Interpret and analyse the designs from the range
- Construct patterns for use in garment production
- Prepare and assemble pieces for garment assembly and conduct fittings
- Complete specification, procedures and costing for range of garment
- Communicate effectively with design team and clients
- Ensure workplace health and safety policies and statutory regulations are adhered to
Assessment Tasks
Tasks that have not been authenticated in class as the students own work will not be considered for assessment. All work must be produced within time requirements.
Regular attendance is necessary to demonstrate that you can:
- Research trends and other relevant information
- Develop concepts and story board theme
- Prepare artwork, sketches and specifications
- Interpret and analyse the designs from the range
- Construct patterns for use in garment production
- Prepare and assemble pieces for garment assembly and conduct fittings
- Complete specification, procedures and costing for garment/s
- Communicate effectively with design team and clients
- Ensure workplace health and safety policies and statutory regulations are adhered to
Assessment 1- Interpret design 20%
Assessment 2 – Project 1 (Jacket) 20%
Assessment 3 – Final Patterns on card & toiles 20%
Assessment 4 – Final Garment & related project work 40%
- Specifications
- Presentation
- Commitment
- Initiative
- Resourcefulness
- Ability to meet brief
Assessment Matrix
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