Tailoring: Tailored Waistcoat Construction

Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Level 3
Unit No:
T/505/0915
Credits:
6
Guided learning hours:
42 hours

Assessment Guidance

Portfolio of evidence

Unit Learning Outcomes

1

Be able to plan to make a tailored waistcoat.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1
    Select an appropriate pattern to make the specified waistcoat.
  • 1.2
    Select appropriate materials including:
    a) garment fabric
    b) interfacing and other materials
    c) haberdashery and trimmings.
2

Be able to prepare 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 the waistcoat for first fitting.

Assessment Criteria

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

Be able to assemble the waistcoat.

Assessment Criteria

  • 5.1
    Construct waistcoat sections.
  • 5.2
    Attach canvas as required.
  • 5.3
    Assemble waistcoat to industry standard.
6

Be able to apply finishing techniques.

Assessment Criteria

  • 6.1
    Hem the garment.
  • 6.2
    Create buttonholes and sew buttons.
  • 6.3
    Identify and use appropriate:
    a) pressing methods
    b) finishing techniques.
7

Be able to review process of making up a waistcoat.

Assessment Criteria

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

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

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.