Course Title: Computer Aided Patternmaking

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term2 2008

Course Code: GRAP5122L

Course Title: Computer Aided Patternmaking

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 9248

Course Contact Email:rhonda.ingwersen@rmit.edu.au


Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Sam Cutajar - sam.cutajar@rmit.edu.au

Nominal Hours: 40

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

To enable learners to develop introductory skills in computer pattern making processes. Activities are designed to enable learners to interpret garment silhouettes and then to develop accurate patterns according to the principles of good fit, design and production specifications.


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

LMTPDCL06A Construct block to make patterns

Element:

LMTPDCL06A/01 Interpret the design

Performance Criteria:

a. Design sketch/drawing is interpreted and clarified with designer or senior patternmaker as required.
b. Design lines and features are identified.
c. Fabric characteristics and performance, and trims and finishings are considered in relation to the design.

Element:

LMTPDCL06A/02 Construct the block

Performance Criteria:

a. Appropriate drafting principles and methods are selected for block construction.
b. Styles are analysed in relation to the size specifications and required silhouette and design lines.
c. Block is constructed and checked to ensure compliance with requirements.

Element:

LMTPDCL06A/03 Construct and adjust toiles

Performance Criteria:

a. Toiles are accurately constructed from the block.
b. Correct proportion, fit and balance is achieved by fitting and making the necessary adjustments.
c. Accuracy of adjusted toiles is evaluated in relation to specifications, body movement and comfort.

Element:

LMTPDCL06A/04 Develop and complete final blocks

Performance Criteria:

a. Information from adjusted toiles is transferred to blocks.
b. Alterations are carried out in response to the toile fitting.
c. Final blocks are completed and checked for accuracy and completeness of all necessary information, including cutting instructions, and to ensure compliance with specifications.
d. Blocks are filed in accordance with enterprise procedures.

Element:

LMTPDCL06A/05 Maintain records

Performance Criteria:

a. Records are maintained and reports prepared, where necessary, in accordance with enterprise procedures.


Learning Outcomes


Practical Activities relate to:
1. Analysis of garment silhouettes and requirements (by using a variety of media, such as trade sketches, sample garments, specifications sheets or client requirements) to identify design details and fabric and manufacturing constraints.
2. Retrieval and storage of pattern pieces by means of appropriate file formats and computer networks.
3. Use computer functions and menus to develop pattern according to required fit, style and production specifications by use of different electronic pattern making techniques.
4. Producing sample patterns according to garment design details and production specifications.
5. Testing and adjusting the resulting pattern by following specified quality procedures.
6. Finalisation of pattern pieces according to specification requirements by checking all the pattern pieces for accuracy and details such as correctly positioned notches, seam allowances, style numbers, size and cutting instructions.
7. Maintain records by filling in specification formats and by storing patterns for retrieval.


Details of Learning Activities

1. Analysis of garment silhouettes and requirements (by using a variety of media, such as trade sketches, sample garments, specifications sheets or client requirements) to identify design details and fabric and manufacturing constraints.
2. Retrieval and storage of pattern pieces by means of appropriate file formats and computer networks.
3. Use computer functions and menus to develop pattern according to required fit, style and production specifications by use of different electronic pattern making techniques.
4. Producing sample patterns according to garment design details and production specifications.
5. Testing and adjusting the resulting pattern by following specified quality procedures.
6. Finalisation of pattern pieces according to specification requirements by checking all the pattern pieces for accuracy and details such as correctly positioned notches, seam allowances, style numbers, size and cutting instructions.
7. Maintain records by filling in specification formats and by storing patterns for retrieval.


Teaching Schedule

Week 1: Orientation, course guide and assessment requirements
Week 2: Introduction to software
Week 3: Introduction to Hardware
Week 4-5: Introductory Class Exercises
Week 6-9: Menus and functions: Class Exercises
Week 10-15: Patternmaking of a specified style(s)
Week 16: Assessment and Feedback
NB- Order of the above units may alter. Prior notification will be given.


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts


References


Other Resources


Overview of Assessment

Overview of Assessment:
Tasks that have not been authenticated in class as the student’s own work will not be considered for assessment. Regular attendance is necessary to demonstrate that you can:
1. Achieve the desired garment shapes and fit by constructing appropriate patterns to correctly reflect garment requirements.
2. Apply the principles of good pattern making and correctly use pattern making techniques by producing accurate patterns.
3. Test the pattern and carry out adjustments.
4. Give and receive information in relation to pattern making processes by making correct use of pattern making terms and by following and giving instructions on specifications.
5. Maintain and file accurate records by ensuring that all pattern work is up to date and that it has the correct labelling in relation to production requirements.
6. Follow appropriate Occupational Health and Safety standards by ensuring that the work area is free of any safety hazards.

Assessment Criteria:
Folio of completed class exercises and assessment tasks 100%


Assessment Tasks

Tasks that have not been authenticated in class as the student’s own work will not be considered
for assessment. Regular attendance is necessary.
Assessment will include: Progressive assessments/class exercises, assignment/project, simulated workplace activities
Progressive Assessments / Class exercises = 50%
Progressive Assignment/project, simulated workplace activities = 50%
Total = 100%


Assessment Matrix

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