Pattern Cutting: Commercial Patterns

Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Level 1
Unit No:
R/505/1022
Credits:
6
Guided learning hours:
54 hours

Assessment Guidance

Portfolio of Evidence.

Unit Learning Outcomes

1

Know about commercial patterns.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1
    Select an appropriate commercial pattern suitable for a basic garment.
2

Know the main components of a commercial pattern.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1

    Describe the components of a commercial pattern including
    •the pattern envelope (including sizing information and required fabric quantities)
    •the instruction sheet (including pattern marking, lay plan, and garment assembly)
    •the pattern pieces (inc
3

Know how to adapt a commercial pattern to specified requirements.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1
    Record required figure measurements.
  • 3.2

    Describe how to adapt the standard pattern pieces to personal requirements including
    •figure measurements
    •additional tolerances
    •design adaptation.
4

Be able to prepare fabric for garment assembly.

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1

    Prepare fabric for garment assembly as follows
    •identify the grain of the fabric
    •press and fold fabric
    •position pattern pieces, pin or mark
    •cut out pattern pieces and fabric accurately.
5

Be able to assemble and fit a simple garment.

Assessment Criteria

  • 5.1
    Use appropriate stitching techniques to tack the main garment pieces together.
  • 5.2
    Fit the garment on the figure and make adjustments to the fit.
  • 5.3
    Follow the pattern instruction sheet to complete construction.
6

Know about health and safety in the workshop.

Assessment Criteria

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