CUACOS411 — Make costumes for dance and physical theatre

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What an assessment for CUACOS411 must cover

43 assessable components: 6 elements (25 performance criteria), 3 performance evidence and 6 knowledge evidence requirements, plus 9 foundation skills. An audit-defensible tool maps every question and task back to these — that mapping is the coverage matrix Auditori generates alongside the assessment.

Elements & performance criteria

1 Conduct dance and movement costume research

1.1Research historical, cultural and other factors that might influence designs, construction techniques and costume development
1.2Analyse and identify the relationship between costume design and character portrayal
1.3Investigate and identify dance and movement-wear options
1.4Interpret and adapt clothing styles for performance

2 Plan dance and movement costume design

2.1Liaise with required personnel to confirm dance and movement-wear requirements
2.2Review costume production schedules, specifications and lists
2.3Design plans for dance and movement-wear according to production requirements

3 Prepare to make dance and movement costumes

3.1Select materials and methods of costume construction according to production requirements
3.2Take and record accurate measurements of performers
3.3Integrate health and safety considerations into costume planning
3.4Identify style and fabric characteristics and clarify queries with required personnel
3.5Select pattern cutting method according to style and fabric used

4 Make and grade patterns for dance and movement costumes

4.1Produce or adjust patterns to required specifications
4.2Grade patterns manually or by computer
4.3Check patterns for accuracy and make adjustments as required
4.4Store patterns according to workplace procedures

5 Cut work for dance and movement costumes

5.1Establish the required meterage of fabric and other materials to minimise waste
5.2Identify and assemble required base and outer fabrics
5.3Cut materials to meet pattern requirements
5.4Prepare fabric base and mount fabrics as required

6 Sew and fit dance and movement costumes

6.1Identify modifications to dance and movement costumes in consultation with required personnel
6.2Label and code dance and movement costumes for identification during productions
6.3Conduct fittings with performers
6.4Identify, record and action required adjustments and alterations
6.5Sew costume pieces and finish costumes according to requirements

Performance evidence

create at least two costumes for at least one dance or physical theatre production using techniques and materials specific to the types of costume.
follow safety procedures when using costume-making equipment and materials
work collaboratively with others in planning, creating and altering designs.

Knowledge evidence

sources of information on dance and movement-wear
quality, faults, selvedges, dye, lot and marking requirements
range and features of different types of dance and movement-wear
use and properties of different fabrics, materials and patterns used regularly to make dance and movement-wear
one-way and two-way stretch techniques for working with stretch fabrics
techniques for adapting standard clothing items for dance or physical activity.

Foundation skills

Reading: Interprets designs and written material to inform the process of making dance and movement costumes Interprets production documentation in relation to own duties
Writing: Completes workplace documentation accurately and using clear language and industry terminology
Oral communication: Obtains information by listening and questioning
Numeracy: Estimates quantities of fabric and other materials Uses required tools to calculate and check measurements
Self-management: Takes account of health and safety considerations in the design of costumes Meets work deadlines
Teamwork: Works collaboratively with a range of personnel to make dance and movement costumes
Problem solving: Adopts a methodical and logical approach to selecting materials and costume construction methods Follows a logical process when researching dance and movement costume requirements and creating costumes
Initiative and enterprise: Identifies ways to sequence the costume manufacture process for greater efficiency Takes responsibility for ensuring minimal waste of materials
Technology: Uses computer software to assist with the design of dance costumes

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What does an assessment tool for CUACOS411 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for CUACOS411 needs to address all 43 unit components: 6 elements with 25 performance criteria, 3 performance evidence requirements, 6 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

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