Modification History
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Description
Job roles /employment outcomes
The Certificate IV in Applied Fashion Design and Technology covers occupations such as assistant designers and pattern makers who work with and support other fashion industry personnel. It allows for a multi-skilled approach to the skills needed by assistant designers and pattern makers and provides a basis for career progression to higher skills in these areas at the Diploma level.
Application
This qualification is typically used to develop skill and knowledge in the application of technical and introductory design skills within fashion design and clothing production enterprises.
Pathways into the qualification
Direct entry into this qualification requires completion of a total of twenty-five (25) units according to the rules described below.
Credit may be granted towards this qualification by those who have completed LMT31407 Certificate III in Applied Fashion Design and Technology, LMT30507 Certificate III in Clothing Production and LMT40307 Certificate IV in Clothing Production or achieved equivalent industry experience.
Pathways from the qualification
Further training pathways from this qualification include LMT50307 Diploma of Applied Fashion Design and Technology or other relevant qualifications.
Licensing considerations
There are no specific licences that relate to this qualification. However, some units in this qualification may have licensing or regulatory requirements in some environments. Local regulations should be checked for details.
Pathways Information
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Licensing/Regulatory Information
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Entry Requirements
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Employability Skills Summary
EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS QUALIFICATION SUMMARY |
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Certificate IV in Applied Fashion Design and Technology The following table contains a summary of the Employability Skills as identified by the fashion design industries for this qualification. This table should be interpreted in conjunction with the detailed requirements of each unit of competency packaged in this qualification. The outcomes described here are broad industry requirements that reflect skill requirements for this level. |
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Employability Skill |
Industry /enterprise requirements for this qualification include : |
Communication |
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Teamwork |
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Problem-solving |
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Initiative and enterprise |
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Planning and organising |
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Self-management |
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Learning |
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Technology |
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Packaging Rules
Packaging Rules
To be awarded the Certificate IV in Applied Fashion Design and Technology, competency must be achieved in twenty-five (25) units of competency.
- Nine (9) core units of competency
- Sixteen (16) elective units of competency as specified below.
Note: Where prerequisite units apply, these have been noted, and must be considered in the total number of units.
CORE UNITS
Complete all nine (9) units from this list:
Unit code |
Unit title |
LMTCL2003B |
Identify fibres and fabrics |
LMTCL2010B |
Modify patterns to create basic styles |
LMTCL2011B |
Draw and interpret a basic sketch |
LMTCL3001B |
Identify fabric performance and handling requirements |
LMTFD2005B |
Identify design process for fashion designs |
LMTFD4001B |
Apply design studio process |
LMTFD4006B |
Interact and network with fashion industry participants |
LMTGN2001B |
Follow defined OH&S policies and procedures |
MSAENV272B |
Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices |
ELECTIVE UNITS
Select sixteen (16) units as specified below.
- A minimum of twelve (12) units must be selected from Group A
- A maximum of four (4) units may be selected from Group B
- The remainder must be selected from Group A.
GROUP A
Unit code |
Unit title |
Prerequisite |
LMTCL2001B |
Use a sewing machine |
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LMTCL2004B |
Sew components |
LMTCL2001B |
LMTCL3008B |
Set and produce digital embroidery |
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LMTCL3009B |
Develop patterns from a block using basic patternmaking principles |
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LMTCL3010B |
Sew woven and stretch knit garments |
LMTCL2001B LMTCL2003B LMTCL2004B |
LMTFD3004B |
Draw a trade drawing for fashion design |
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LMTFD4002B |
Apply principles of colour theory to fashion design development |
LMTCL2003B LMTFD2005B |
LMTFD4003B |
Assist in preparation of preliminary design concepts |
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LMTFD4004B |
Calculate cost estimates for fashion products |
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LMTFD4005B |
Communicate and sell design concepts |
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LMTFD4007B |
Conduct quality assurance for patterns and garments |
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LMTFD4008B |
Construct stock size block for garment to meet size and fit specifications |
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LMTFD4009B |
Create and edit digital embroidery designs |
LMTCL2003B LMTCL3008B |
LMTFD4010B |
Create pattern to meet design specifications applying advanced patternmaking principles |
LMTCL3009B |
LMTFD4011B |
Cut fabrics for prototype designs |
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LMTFD4012B |
Develop product specifications for fashion design |
LMTFD3004B |
LMTFD4013B |
Grade 2D patterns |
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LMTFD4014B |
Identify influences on contemporary fashion designs and construction techniques |
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LMTFD4015B |
Create pattern from block to meet customer specifications |
LMTCL3009B LMTFD4010B |
LMTFD4016B |
Sew design prototypes |
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LMTFD4017B |
Source materials and resources for production of fashion designs |
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LMTFD4018B |
Use and apply sizing systems appropriate for fashion design |
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LMTFD4019B |
Use colourisation techniques on fabrics |
LMTCL2003B LMTCL3001B |
LMTFD4020B |
Use electronic fashion design tools |
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LMTFD4021B |
Drape fabrics to make patterns |
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LMTFD5003B |
Analyse fit model |
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LMTGN2009B |
Operate computing technology in a Textiles, Clothing and Footwear workplace |
GROUP B
MSAENV472B Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices |
Other Fashion Design and Technology units that are available at Certificates IV (maximum 4) and V (maximum 1) |
Other TCF Training Package units that are available at Certificates III (maximum 1), IV (maximum 4) and V (maximum 1) |
Units from other endorsed Training Packages and accredited courses at Certificates III (maximum 1), IV (maximum 4) and V (maximum 1) |