Tailoring: Tailored Jacket Construction

Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Level 3
Unit No:
Y/505/1040
Credits:
6
Guided learning hours:
42 hours

Assessment Guidance

Portfolio of Evidence.

Unit Learning Outcomes

1

Be able to plan tailored jacket construction.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1
    Select suitable pattern for jacket construction to meet specified style.
  • 1.2
    Select suitable materials including
    •outer fabric
    •interfacing and other materials
    •haberdashery and trimmings.
2

Be able to prepare a pattern for cutting.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1
    Interpret and implement pattern cutting requirements to industry standard.
  • 2.2
    Cut pattern pieces to industry standard.
3

Be able to prepare and cut fabric.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1
    Steam press fabric.
  • 3.2
    Economically position pattern pieces on fabric grain lines.
  • 3.3
    Cut fabric and canvas.
4

Be able to prepare garment section for first fitting.

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1
    Baste garment section for first fitting.
  • 4.2
    Check appropriate sections.
  • 4.3
    Make alterations to ensure a good fit.
5

Be able to assemble garment section.

Assessment Criteria

  • 5.1
    Construct garment section including collar, pocket, sleeve and lining.
  • 5.2
    Attach canvas to garment section.
  • 5.3
    Assemble garment section.
6

Be able to apply finishing techniques.

Assessment Criteria

  • 6.1
    Create buttonholes and sew buttons.
  • 6.2
    Hem the garment section.
  • 6.3
    Complete final press of garment.
7

Be able to review the process of constructing a tailored jacket.

Assessment Criteria

  • 7.1
    Explain the process of tailored jacket construction to industry standard.
  • 7.2
    Evaluate own work compared with industry standard, identifying areas of success and areas for further development.
8

Be able to work in line with health and safety requirements in the workshop.

Assessment Criteria

  • 8.1
    Assess any health and safety issues likely to arise in the practice of making a tailored garment.
  • 8.2
    Conduct all activity related to tailored garment construction in line with relevant health and safety procedures and regulations.