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Apply electronic systems to textile design and production

Apply electronic systems to textile design and production

Unit of competency
National Code
LMTTD6002A
State Code
W7458
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
16/07/2011
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
24/10/2014
Field of Education
030105 - Textile Making
Original Release Date
24/10/2014
Nominal Hours
80
Description
This unit covers the skills and knowledge to apply electronic systems to textile design and production processes.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Interpret textile design brief
  • 1.1 Design brief is interpreted to determine design criteria
  • 1.2 Trends, themes and influences in textile design are researched and evaluated in line with brief
  • 1.3 Complexity of design is evaluated in terms of intricacy and range of features
  • 1.4 Workstation is set up according to OHS practices, and preliminary design concept images are created using relevant electronic system
2 Develop design concept using computer aided design system
  • 2.1 Scale and dimensional aspects of design are produced and adjustments made in line with design brief
  • 2.2 Design features are accurately incorporated into image using relevant software tools
  • 2.3 Colour palettes are developed and colour and tone effects are explored
  • 2.4 Colour palettes are selected and saved and computer screen and printer calibrated accordingly
  • 2.5 Texture and pattern effects are developed
  • 2.6 Other media is accessed electronically via internet or other networks and used in the creation of design concept
  • 2.7 Design concept features are integrated and design image is saved
3 Present and confirm design
  • 3.1 Design image output is produced that accurately documents intricate design features, scale and dimension and incorporates design elements
  • 3.2 Storyboards are produced and presented using computer aided design processes
  • 3.3 Design is presented to client or appropriate personnel for review and modifications are made
4 Determine design specifications and machine settings
  • 4.1 Yarn and material requirements for design draft are calculated using computer aided design system
  • 4.2 Specifications are confirmed in line with textile design requirements and saved
  • 4.3 Patterns are produced
  • 4.4 Machine settings are calculated and calibrated with direct interface to textile production machinery where appropriate
5 Finalise design
  • 5.1 Design and specifications are confirmed with client or production personnel and modifications saved where necessary
  • 5.2 Production plans and specifications are finalised and saved
  • 5.3 Final design and specifications are saved as hard copy and incorporated into digital folio
RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the Performance Criteria, is detailed below. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs if the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.
Legislative/regulatory requirements
All work must comply with relevant Federal and State or Territory legislative or regulatory requirements.
Textile design may include designs for:
knitting
weaving
tapestry
Electronic systems include
software programs, eg:
Prima Vision
Corel Draw
AVL Multi-Colour or Colour-In
Weavemaker Pro
Swift Weave
Design a Weave
Pro Weave
Scotweave,
Adobe Illustrator
Photoshop
Colour Matters
Nedgraphics
OHS practices
OHS practices must include hazard identification and control, risk assessment and implementation of risk reduction measures specific to the tasks described by this unit, and may include:
manual handling techniques
standard operating procedures
personal protective equipment
safe materials handling
taking of rest breaks
ergonomic arrangement of workplaces
following marked walkways
safe storage of equipment
housekeeping
reporting accidents and incidents
other OHS practices relevant to the job and enterprise
Design criteria includes
styles
colours
trends
budget
purpose or function
target market
size and scale of product
Specifications include
warp and weft settings
numbers of shafts and treadles
block and mirror selection
thread instructions
scale
yarn specifications
colour allocation
colourways
shaping
structure
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Critical aspects of evidence to be considered
Demonstrates skills and knowledge to:
apply design process to interpretation of design brief and development of design concepts
produce intricate designs using computer aided design software
accurately produce, modify and integrate design elements
interact with other computing networks and media sources
determine design specifications and machine settings
calibrate interfaced machinery settings
communicate with clients, design team and production personnel
complete production plans
manage complex computer files

Consistency in performance
Consistently applies skills and knowledge when:
organising work
completing tasks according to instructions
working systematically with attention to detail
identifying improvements and avoiding damage
using workplace practices
using OHS practices
recording and reporting accidents and incidents
assessing operational readiness of equipment
recognising and adapting to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions

Resource implications
Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations, including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on workplace practices and OHS practices.

Context for assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in an appropriately simulated environment.

Interdependent assessment
This unit may be assessed independently or in combination with other relevant units.
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
BAU71 MSTTD6002 Apply electronic systems to textile design and production Unit of competency