Course Title: Develop patterns from a block using basic patternmaking principles

Part A: Course Overview

Program: C5220 Diploma of Applied Fashion Design and Technology

Course Title: Develop patterns from a block using basic patternmaking principles

Portfolio: DSC Portfolio Office

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.

Terms

Course Code

Campus

Career

School

Learning Mode

Teaching Period(s)

MANU7228C

Brunswick Campus

TAFE

350T Fashion & Textiles

Face-to-Face or Workplace

Term1 2009,
Term2 2009,
Term1 2010,
Term2 2010,
Term1 2011,
Term2 2011

Course Contact: Mandy Penton

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 99259202

Course Contact Email: mandy.penton@rmit.edu.au



Course Description

This unit covers the skills and knowledge to develop patterns from a block using basic patternmaking principles.

Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities

None



National Competency Codes and Titles

National Element Code & Title:

LMTCL3009B Develop patterns from a block using basic patternmaking principles

Elements:

1. Prepare workstation

2. Select blocks to be used

3. Apply basic patternmaking principles to develop patterns

4. Test patterns

5. Complete work


Learning Outcomes

In this unit you will develop the skills and knowledge required to develop a variety of pattern styles utilising the basic principles of patternmaking, including dart manipulation and square blocking.

You will also develop the required skills associated with planning and organising to develop patterns. Problem solving skills as required to determine and apply suitable patternmaking principles to achieve design requirements and identify any production problems. Communication and numeracy skills are used to interpret and apply pattern specifications and complete required documentation. Self management skills are used to ensure safe use of technology and conformance of own work to quality standards.





Overview of Assessment

Detailed course and assessment requirements and information will be made available to you first week of class. Specific details will be explained to you during scheduled classes.

This course comprises both practical and theory components. You will be expected to attend and participate in class activities.


As well as class activities you will be required to undertake research and assessment practice outside of regular class times and participate in formal assessment tasks.


PLEASE NOTE: work that has not been authenticated during class as your own work will not be considered for assessment.