HOW TO USE THIS MODULE

Welcome to the module “Carrying out Measurements and Calculations”. This module contains training materials
and activities for you to complete.

The unit of competency “Carry Out Measurements and Calculations” contains knowledge, skills and attitudes
required for a Dressmaking NC II Qualification.

You are required to go through a series of learning activities in order to complete each of the learning outcomes of
the module. In each learning outcome there are Information Sheets, Self-checks, Operation Sheets and Task/Job
Sheets. Follow and perform the activities on your own and answer the Self-check at the end of each learning activity.

If you have questions, don’t hesitate to ask your facilitator for assistance.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

You may already have some of the knowledge and skills covered in this module because you have:

 been working for some time

 already have completed training in this area

If you can demonstrate to your trainer that you are competent in a particular skill or skills, talk to him/her about
having them formally recognized so you don’t have to do the same training again. If you have a qualification so you
don’t have to do the same training again. If you have a qualification or Certificate of Competency from previous
trainings show it to your trainer. If the skills you acquired are still current and relevant to this module, they may
become part of the evidence you can present for RPL. If you are not sure about the currency of your skills, discuss it
with your trainer.

Remember to:

Work through all the information and complete the activities in each section. Read Information Sheets and complete
the Self-check. Suggested references are included to supplement the materials provided in this module.

Most probably your trainer will also be your supervisor or manager. He/she is there to support you and show you the
correct way to do things.

You will be given plenty of opportunity to ask questions and practice on the job. Make sure you practice on the job.
Make sure you practice your new skills during regular work shift. This way you will improve both your speed and
memory and also your confidence.

Use the Self-checks, Task Sheets or Job Sheets at the end of each section to test your own progress.

After completing this module, ask your trainer to assess your competency. Result of your assessment will be
recorded in your competency profile. All the learning activities are designed for you to complete at your own pace.

Inside this module you will find the activities for you to complete followed by relevant information sheets for each
learning outcome. Each learning outcome may have more than one learning activity.

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 SUMMARY OF COMPETENCY-BASED LEARNING MATERIALS
List of Competencies

NO. UNIT OF COMPETENCY MODULE TITLE CODE

Basic Competencies

1. Participate in workplace Participating in workplace 5003 11105

communication communication
2. Work in a team environment Working in a team environment 5003 11106
3. Practice career professionalism Practicing career professionalism 5003 11107
4. Practice occupational health and safety Practicing occupational health and 5003 11108
procedures safety procedures

Common Competencies

1. Carry out measurements and Carrying out measurements and GRM743203

calculations calculations
2. Set-up and operate machine/s Setting up and operate machine/s GRM743204
3. Perform basic maintenance Performing basic maintenance GRM743205
4. Apply quality standards Applying quality standards GRM743206

Core Competencies

1. Draft and cut pattern of casual apparel Drafting and cut pattern of casual GRM743301
apparel
2. Prepare and cut materials of casual Preparing and cutting materials of GRM743302
apparel casual apparel
3. Sew casual apparel Sewing casual apparel GRM743303
4. Apply finishing touches on casual Applying finishing touches on casual GRM743304
apparel apparel

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 TABLE OF CONTENTS
How to Use This Competency-Based Learning Material

Summary of Competency-Based Learning Material

Table of Contents

Module Content

Learning Outcome Summary

Learning Experiences

Information Sheet 4.2-1 Fault Analysis on Products Quality

- Self-Check 4.2-1
- Answer Key 4.2-1

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 MODULE CONTENT

Qualification Dressmaking NC II

Unit of Competency Apply Quality Standards

Module Title Applying Quality Standards

Introduction:

This module covers the knowledge, skills and attitude required in applying quality standards to work operations in
the industry.

Nominal Duration: 4 hours

Learning Outcomes
At the end of this module, you must be able to:

1. Assess own work

2. Assess quality of received component parts
3. Measure parts
4. Record information
5. Study causes of quality deviation

Assessment Criteria:

1. Completed work is checked against workplace standards relevant to the operations being undertaken
2. An understanding is demonstrated on how the work activities and completed work relate to the next
production process and to the final appearance of the product
3. Faulty pieces or final products are identified and isolated in accordance with company policies and
procedures
4. Faults and any identified causes are recorded and reported in accordance with workplace procedures
5. Received materials, component parts or products are measured using the appropriate measuring
instruments in accordance with workplace procedures
6. Records of work quality are maintained according to the requirements of the company
7. Causes of deviations from the final products are investigated and reported in accordance with workplace
procedures
8. Suitable preventive action is recommended based on workplace quality standards are identified causes of
deviation from specified quality standards of materials or final product

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 LEARNING OUTCOME SUMMARY

LEARNING OUTCOME #2 Assess Quality of received Component Parts

Contents:
1. Fault Analysis on Products Quality

Assessment Criteria:
1. Quality of received components’ parts established and recognized
2. Assessment procedures are identified
3. Tolerance level for acceptable quality identified

Conditions:
Trainees must be provided with the following:
1. Workplace Location
- Dressmaking Laboratory

2. Equipment
- Computer/Laptop
- Projector

3. Tools, Accessories and Supplies

- Samples of good quality products
- Samples of poor quality products

4. Training Materials
- References
- Writing Materials
- CBLM/Procedure Manual

5. Assessment Method
- Written Examination
- Observation
- Interview

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 LEARNING EXPERIENCES
Learning Outcome #1: Assess Quality of Received Component Parts

Learning Activities Special Instructions

1. Read Information Sheet 4.2-1 2. Read and understand the Information Sheet on Fault Analysis on
on Fault Analysis on Products Products Quality and check yourself by answering the Self-Check. You must
Quality answer all the questions correctly before proceeding to the next activity.

3. Answer Self-check 4.2-1 Compare your answers with Answer Key 4.2-1. Then if you have answer all
the questions correctly, you can proceed to the next activity.

4. After doing all activities of this LO, you can proceed to the next LO on Assess Quality of Received Component
Parts.

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 INFORMATIION SHEET 4.2-1
Fault Analysis on Products Quality (www.definetextile.com)

Faults in garments are three types. These are:

1. Critical fault.
2. Major fault.
3. Minor fault.

Critical fault: The faults present in garments lead the garments to be rejected directly are called critical
fault. This garment should not pass for shipment.
Example:
a.       Hole in the garments.
b.      Shade variation of the garments fabric etc.

Major fault: The faults which are present in garments may not lead the garments be rejected rather
after removing this faults garments are executed for shipment is called major fault.
Example:
a.       Spot in the front part.
b.      Seam puckering.
c.       Slipped stitch.
d.      Broken stitch etc.

Minor fault: The faults which are present in the garments cannot lead the garments be rejected rather if
small quantity of this fault are present in the garment, garments can be accepted for shipment. This
type of fault is called minor fault.
Example:
a.       Spot in the under part.
b.      Sewing problem in the under part etc.

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