Garment Construction: Techniques

Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Level 3
Unit No:
T/505/1031
Credits:
3
Guided learning hours:
21 hours

Assessment Guidance

Portfolio of Evidence.

Unit Learning Outcomes

1

Know how boning techniques are used in garment construction.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1

    Explain the practice of boning in garment construction including
    •different types of boning
    •the circumstances for its use
    •materials used in boning.
2

Be able to apply boning techniques.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1

    Select different fabrics and construct samples of different types of boning including
    •inseam boning
    •top stitched boning
    •boning covered with binding
    •boning on seam allowance.
  • 2.2
    Evaluate the suitability of the fabrics selected.
3

Be able to use invisible zip construction techniques.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1
    Compare the use of an invisible zip with the use of a conventional zip including
    •techniques used for insertion
    •cost and availability.
  • 3.2
    Select fabrics and haberdashery to construct a sample of an invisible zip.
  • 3.3
    Construct a sample of an invisible zip insertion.
4

Know how to use complex sleeve construction techniques.

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1
    Explain a variety of sleeve construction techniques through diagrams and notes.
  • 4.2

    Select fabrics to construct a sample of the following
    •kimono sleeve with a gusset
    •saddle sleeve
    •raglan sleeve.
5

Be able to use hemming techniques.

Assessment Criteria

  • 5.1

    Select appropriate thread and sewing techniques to construct specified samples of hemming on a wide range of fabrics including
    •lace
    •velvet
    •stretch
    •knitted
    •sheer.
6

Understand health and safety requirements in the workplace.

Assessment Criteria

  • 6.1
    Identify key health and safety issues likely to arise in the practice of garment construction.
  • 6.2
    Conduct all activity related to garment construction in line with relevant health and safety procedures.