Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit covers the competency to calculate fabric quantities for window coverings. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Prerequisite units |
Nil |
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Employability Skills Information
Employability skills |
This unit contains employability skills. |
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Prepare for calculations |
1.1. Measuring and calculating equipment are collected 1.2. Mathematical processes and guide charts required are identified 1.3. Drape requirements, fabric types and lining/interlining requirements are noted from work order |
2. Calculate drape fabric requirements |
2.1. OHS requirements, including ergonomic criteria and personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work 2.2. Fabric repeats are measured for customer selected fabrics and recorded 2.3. Fabric width is checked taking note of any wider than usual selvages 2.4. Finished length of window covering is identified from order 2.5. Heading type is identified from order and fullness ratio is identified 2.6. Number of fabric drops per curtain is calculated 2.7. Length of each fabric drop is calculated based on finished length plus hem and heading allowances and pattern repeats 2.8. Allowances for seams, hems, headings, drape fullness or heading type are noted on the work order |
3. Calculate lining and interlining quantities |
3.1. Width of lining (and, where required, interlining fabrics) is noted 3.2. Number of lining/interlining widths is calculated based on required number of drape drops 3.3. Length of lining/interlining drops is calculated, including hem allowances 3.4. Amount of lining/interlining fabric is calculated and marked on work order 3.5. Procedures for minimising waste fabric are identified and used |
4. Complete documentation |
4.1. Work orders for cutting and machining are completed following workplace procedures 4.2. Documentation is forwarded to appropriate work areas and filed as required |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
Required skills |
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Required knowledge |
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Evidence Guide
EVIDENCE GUIDE |
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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. |
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Critical aspects of evidence |
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Resource implications |
Work orders, fabrics, including linings and interlinings, calculator and, where available, workplace pleat calculating charts. |
Method of assessment |
Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts. Assessment should be by direct observation of tasks and questioning on underpinning knowledge. Assessment should be conducted over time and will generally be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competency. |
Context of assessment |
Assessment may occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with relevant process equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines. |
Range Statement
RANGE STATEMENT |
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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. |
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Unit context |
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Window covering calculations |
Window covering calculations cover work involved in the calculations for fabric and lining quantities for all curtains, Austrians, Romans and festoon blinds |
Calculation of the number of drops is based on : |
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Tools and equipment may include : |
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Materials may include : |
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Personal protective equipment |
Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise policies and practices |
Information and procedures |
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Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
Soft Furnishing |
Competency field
Competency field |
Co-requisite units
Co-requisite units |
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