This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level required for this unit

Demonstrates knowledge of

commercial practices in fashion design development

the elements and principles of design and how they are used to create good design in the fashion industry

information sources for market research

garment construction techniques

fabrics fibres trims accessories and their properties and characteristics

relevant OHS legislation and codes of practice

OHS practices including hazard identification and control measures

quality practices

workplace practices

recording and reporting practices

Demonstrates skills to

apply principles and elements of design

apply iterative experimentation and improvement processes

communicate and promote design concepts

identify commercial opportunities

review and assess processes and procedures

document and transfer information

read interpret and follow information on work specifications standard operating procedures and work instructions and other reference material

maintain accurate records

communicate within the workplace

sequence operations

meet specifications

clarify and check taskrelated information

carry out work according to OHS practices

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

Demonstrates skills and knowledge to

integrate skills to complete design and production process

identify commercial opportunities

develop a design brief

experiment with and assess design development processes and outcomes

implement iterative and continuous improvement processes

work with a range of industry experts

develop designs

produce fashion product

apply OHS practices in work operations

maintain accurate records

Consistency in performance

Consistently applies skills and knowledge when

organising work

completing tasks

identifying improvements

using workplace practices

using OHS practices

recording and reporting accidents and incidents

assessing operational readiness of equipment used and work processes

recognising and adapting to cultural differences in the workplace including modes of behaviour and interactions

completing work systematically with attention to detail without damage to goods and equipment

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

Legislative/regulatory requirements

Market research may include:

Scoping may include identification of:

Appropriate personnel may include:

OHS practices

Selection processes may include:

Communication tools may include:

Presentation skills may include: