Tailoring: Tailored Garment Construction

Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Level 1
Unit No:
F/505/1016
Credits:
6
Guided learning hours:
54 hours

Assessment Guidance

Portfolio of Evidence.

Unit Learning Outcomes

1

Be able to a prepare pattern for a garment.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1

    Select a pattern for a tailored garment for example:
    •skirt
    •waistcoat
    •dress
    •trousers.
  • 1.2
    Take appropriate measurements.
  • 1.3
    Make simple adjustments to the pattern as required.
2

Be able to cut fabric to pattern.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1
    Identify appropriate fabric.
  • 2.2
    Prepare fabric to a pattern lay plan with all marking and cutting instructions.
  • 2.3
    Cut the fabric using the correct tools and technique.
3

Be able to sew and fit a tailored garment.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1
    Select appropriate stitching techniques.
  • 3.2
    Sew the garment.
  • 3.3
    Fit the garment on the figure.
  • 3.4
    Mark and make necessary adjustments to ensure a good fit.
  • 3.5
    Complete construction of the tailored garment.
4

Be able to use hand finishing and pressing techniques.

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1
    Identify and use appropriate pressing techniques for each stage of development of the garment.
  • 4.2
    Hand finish the garment.
5

Know about health and safety in the workshop.

Assessment Criteria

  • 5.1
    List key health and safety issues likely to arise in the practice of making a tailored garment.
  • 5.2
    Conduct all activity related to making a tailored garment in line with health and safety procedures and relevant regulations.