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MSTAT4016 — Cut and sew design prototypes

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What an assessment for MSTAT4016 must cover

40 assessable components: 4 elements (17 performance criteria), 5 performance evidence and 15 knowledge evidence requirements, plus 3 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 Prepare for prototype cutting and sewing

  • 1.1Collect and organise relevant information on design prototype
  • 1.2Review information and identify potential construction challenges and constraints
  • 1.3Prepare and adjust machines according to specifications for work

2 Cut fabrics

  • 2.1Obtain and check pattern pieces against specification
  • 2.2Check fabric width, quality and layout in preparation for pattern placement
  • 2.3Lay out pattern pieces on fabric for most efficient fabric use and secure or chalk to the fabric to match fabric pattern, nap and weave
  • 2.4Identify issues and options to achieve best outcome and liaise with others involved in the design and production process
  • 2.5Safely use equipment to cut fabric to specifications

3 Sew garment components

  • 3.1Lay out garment components according to sequence of operations
  • 3.2Select and use sewing techniques to assemble components
  • 3.3Check garment for sizing and appearance
  • 3.4Identify issues and options to achieve best outcome and liaise with others involved in the design and production process
  • 3.5Adjust garment to better display design characteristics and other features

4 Complete prototype

  • 4.1Select and use garment finishing techniques specified in the design
  • 4.2Press garment according to fabric requirements and garment construction details
  • 4.3Complete final quality check against original design concept
  • 4.4Note any assembly issues and inform appropriate personnel

Performance evidence

  • cut, sew and finish at least two prototype garments, with work across the two garments collectively to include:
  • use of at least one of the following: commercial sewing machine, three thread overlocker, zigzag sewing machine
  • use of two finishing techniques
  • use of at least two different fabric types
  • at least five of the following in any combination: binds, buttons and buttonholes, collars, cuffs, facings (neck or armhole), plackets, sleeves, waistbands, zips

Knowledge evidence

  • role of different people involved in the prototyping stage of the design and production process and types of interactions between them
  • techniques in using and maintaining three thread overlocker and commercial sewing machines:
  • correct thread, needle size and type, needle guard, tension setting and attachments
  • checking for worn components that may impact on sewing operations
  • routine cleaning and oiling
  • characteristics of a range of commercially available fabrics
  • methods of cutting, sewing and assembling garment pieces for the purposes of prototype production
  • the impact of adjustments to garment components or seams
  • garment assembly issues, including:
  • complex or time-consuming assembly
  • quality
  • difficulty in following pattern or design concepts
  • problems arising from material selection
  • issues relating to sizing
  • hand and machine finishing techniques that may be required in design prototypes

Foundation skills

  • Reading skills: to interpret design specifications
  • Oral communication skills: to liaise with others on operational matters
  • Numeracy skills: to work with spatial concepts and take accurate measurements

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What does an assessment tool for MSTAT4016 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for MSTAT4016 needs to address all 40 unit components: 4 elements with 17 performance criteria, 5 performance evidence requirements, 15 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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