Unit of competency Outline

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Interpret textile information and make production calculations

Interpret textile information and make production calculations

Unit of competency
National Code
MSTAT4023
State Code
OEY88
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
22/12/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
03/07/2023
Field of Education
030105 - Textile Making
Original Release Date
03/07/2023
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to interpret technical information about textiles and make calculations to ensure specified job requirements and standards of quality and design are met in production. Textiles may be natural or synthetic.This unit applies to individuals working in textile design and production roles.No licensing or certification requirements exist at the time of publication. Relevant legislation, industry standards and codes of practice within Australia must be applied.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Interpret and use textile information
  • 1.1 Identify documented specifications and required techniques for converting specifications across systems for textile production
  • 1.2 Interpret technical specifications for yarn and fabric analysis
  • 1.3 Interpret specifications to determine work requirements for textile operations
  • 1.4 Use appropriate information resources to clarify specifications
2. Make textile calculations
  • 2.1 Determine calculations required for specific production process
  • 2.2 Identify and apply formulas used to convert specifications to desired format
  • 2.3 Use formulas and graphs appropriate for specified textile, and calculate production requirements
  • 2.4 Check and verify accuracy of calculations
  • 2.5 Examine and validate deviations from expected outcomes with advice from appropriate information resources
  • 2.6 Prepare documentation in accordance with workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BAU12 MSTTX4001 Interpret and apply textile calculations and specifications Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BIY5 MST40122 Certificate IV in Textile Design and Technology Qualification