Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

LMTDE3003A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Apply advanced digitising techniques to produce computerised embroideries

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Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency LMTDE3003A - Apply advanced digitising techniques to produce computerised embroideries
Description This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to apply advanced digitising techniques to a range of items.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application The unit applies to digitising techniques to produce computerised embroideries at an advanced level.Work involves some discretion, initiative and judgement on the job in own work, including liaison with specialist embroiderers and digitisers. Work may be conducted in a variety of environments, such as operational workplace activities, or home-based activities.Work may be undertaken on a range of machines that may include microprocessor or computer controlled. Embroidery machines used in completion of this unit may include domestic (single or multi-needle) or commercial (single or multi-head) machines.Work may be conducted in small to large scale enterprises and may involve individual and team activities.This unit requires the application of skills associated with planning and organising to complete digitised embroidery using associated technology. Problem-solving skills are required to determine required program features to achieve specifications and identify any machining problems. Communication skills are used to refer to specifications and complete required documentation. Self-management skills are used to ensure safe use of technology and conformance of own work to quality standards.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites LMTDE3001A Apply hooping and fabric handling techniquesLMTDE3002A Digitise artwork for computerised embroideriesLMTCL2003B Identify fibres and fabrics
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Prepare for digitising
  • Machine format is selected and capability confirmed to meet image requirements
  • File types are manipulated and converted for digitising
  • Fabric type is selected
  • Workspace/canvas is selected and colour adjusted to meet design specifications
  • Thread palette is set up
  • Optimum digitising sequence is determined and planned
       


Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

It is essential that competence be demonstrated in advanced digitising techniques. The candidate must be able to:

prepare, convert and edit images

apply a range of advanced stitching techniques

determine optimal stitch sequence and alternative stitchout options

introduce texture techniques

apply advanced editing techniques to manipulate design components and embroidery effects

complete embroidery sample

save and file images, templates and design catalogues according to the workplace filing requirements.

Evidence should demonstrate ability in digitising techniques through production of a range of sample pieces.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment may occur on the job or in an appropriately simulated environment and requires access to work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on workplace practices and OHS practices.

The resource requirements for this unit include access to:

digitising software

embroidery machine

hoops

a range of fabrics

a range of threads

a range of needles

hooping accessories

notions.

Method of assessment

This unit may be assessed independently or in combination with other relevant units.

Assessment methods may include:

written and oral questioning

completion of practical activities/tasks.

Guidance information for assessment

Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate and appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

Required skills include:

basic computer skills

applying creativity to use of colour, texture, shape, balance and composition

selecting fabric, needles, thread, stabiliser and hoop to meet design specifications

assembling and attaching hoop

applying hooping techniques and using hooping accessories

applying industry efficiency standards to work

reading, interpreting and following information on work specifications, standard operating procedures and work instructions, and other reference material

maintaining accurate records

communicating within the workplace

sequencing operations

meeting specifications

clarifying and checking task-related information

Required knowledge includes:

workplace health and safety requirements for a production environment

computer navigation to access and manipulate an image

suitability of images to be digitised and limitations of software

software functionality

basic machine embroidery techniques

types and properties of fabric

colour, texture, shape, balance and composition theory

hoop types

needle types

thread types

stabiliser types

workplace or store policies and procedures

environmental aspects related to workplace and machine or equipment operation and manual handling

OHS practices, including hazard identification and control measures

quality practices

workplace practices

practices for recording and reporting

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. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Optimum digitising sequence

Optimum digitising sequence includes:

minimising registration problems caused by fabric distortion

planning colour sequence

Gradient

Gradient may include:

single colour with a variety of:

density settings

stitch directions

dual and multi-colour with varying:

density settings

stitch directions

stitch types

Motifs

Motifs may include:

existing (pre-programmed)

individually created

placement

size

direction

repetition

spacing

layout

managed sets

Stamp fill patterns

Stamp fill patterns may include:

existing (pre-programmed)

individually created

placement

size

direction

repetition

spacing

layout

Decorative fills and outlines

Decorative fills and outlines may include:

backstitch

stemstitch

zigzag

E-stitch (blanket) fills and borders

contour

radial

cross-stitch

arc

spiral

satin

motif

tatami offsets

pattern splits

carving stamps

user-defined splits

Stable underlay

Stable underlay may include:

edge run

centre run

tatami

grid

zigzag

double zigzag

Advanced editing techniques

Advanced editing techniques may include:

adding and adjusting stitch angles

smoothing object outlines

converting between embroidery objects

reinforcing outlines

removing unwanted underlying stitching

creating outlines and fill holes

editing stitches

editing machine functions

creating manual stitching

digitising boring holes

adding stitches

feather stitching, such as:

positive stitch length

negative stitch length

side A

side B

pre-programmed patterns

use of customised patterns

reshaping, cutting, splitting and breaking design objects

Fabric types

Fabric types must include:

woven

non-woven

knits

lightweight

heavyweight

Stabilisers, toppings and backings

Stabilisers, toppings and backings may include:

water soluble

tear away

iron on

cut away

Colours may include:

black

white

Weights may vary

Needle types

Needle types may include:

standard

metalfil

embroidery eye

stretch

Threads types

Threads types may include:

polyester

metallic

rayon

cotton

Hoop types

Hoop types may include:

tubular

sash

screw

cap

square

round

spring

Workplace procedures

Workplace procedures may include:

requirements prescribed by legislation, awards, agreements and conditions of employment

standard operating procedures

work instructions

oral, written and visual communication

quality practices, including responsibility for maintenance of own work quality and contribution to quality improvement of team or section output

housekeeping

tasks related to environmental protection, waste disposal, pollution control and recycling

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

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Machine format is selected and capability confirmed to meet image requirements 
File types are manipulated and converted for digitising 
Fabric type is selected 
Workspace/canvas is selected and colour adjusted to meet design specifications 
Thread palette is set up 
Optimum digitising sequence is determined and planned 

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