Garment Construction: Detail Techniques

Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Level 2
Unit No:
K/505/0913
Credits:
6
Guided learning hours:
48 hours

Assessment Guidance

Portfolio of Evidence.

Unit Learning Outcomes

1

Be able to produce decorative seams.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1

    Using a variety of fabrics, construct samples of:
    •slot seams
    •bound seams
    •piped seams.
2

Be able to produce different types of buttonhole.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1

    Using a variety of fabrics and buttons, construct samples of:
    •looped buttonholes
    •hand stitched buttonholes
    •machine stitched buttonholes.
3

Be able to provide a variety of pleats.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1
    Construct samples of pleats including:
    •box
    •inverted box
    •knife pleat.
4

Be able to use bias or binding.

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1
    Construct a sample of neckline with bias or binding.
5

Be able to organise samples.

Assessment Criteria

  • 5.1
    Organise the samples produced in a reference folder.
  • 5.2
    Describe each sample and record pertinent information about its construction.
6

Know how to produce a fabric swatch reference book.

Assessment Criteria

  • 6.1
    Describe a range of specialised fabrics and how they are used.
  • 6.2
    Identify suppliers and costs of different specialised fabrics.
7

Understand health and safety requirements in the work place.

Assessment Criteria

  • 7.1
    Identify key health and safety issues likely to arise in the construction of decorative seams, buttonholes and pleats.
  • 7.2
    Conduct all activity related to production of decorative seams, buttonholes and pleats in line with relevant health and safety procedures and regulations.