Thames High School Thames High School

Fabric and Design Technology Level 3

FAB3
Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Mrs R. Grey.

Recommended Prior Learning


Level 1 and Level 2 Technology Fabric and Design preferred but not compulsory. Students who are new to the subject, but are creative and interested, will be considered on an individual basis. 

Individual needs may be accommodated as required. 


Fabric and Design Level 3

Technology: If you have a passion for Fabric and Design, this course is for you! Fabric and Design, is rich in ‘hands on’ practical work that is planned and supported by theory and design work. This course has a focus on construction of garments using complex procedures, drafting a pattern from a block, development and application of applied design. eg embroidery.  Items created in this course are largely initiated through student design ideas and students work at their own pace depending on their chosen assignments. Supporting portfolio work is required. 

Credits :16

This course can be co-constructed to meet the needs of individual learners; therefore the number of credits available may vary between individuals. 

Optional external standard 91613 Demonstrate an understanding of material development can be offered and allow an endorsement from this class.



Course Overview

Term 1
Introduction
A.S. 91621 v3 Construction and Mechanical Technologies 3.21 - Implement complex procedures using textile materials to make a specified product.
This involves creating a garment which uses complex procedures. Eg. lined coat, ballgown, corset with boning, embroidery.

Term 2
Complete project from term 1.
Complete associated portfolio work

Start on
A.S. 91623 v3 Construction and Mechanical Technologies 3.23 - Implement complex procedures to create an applied design for a specified product
A.S. 91626 v3 Construction and Mechanical Technologies 3.26 - Draft a pattern to interpret a design for a garment

These standards can be undertaken together, or the available standards can be mixed and matched according to the requirements of each student.

Term 3
Continue work from term 2

Term 4
complete all associated portfolio work and testing.

Learning Areas:

Technology


Career Pathways

Textile Process Operator, Garment Technician, Fashion Designer, Graphic Designer, Interior Designer, Industrial Designer, Patternmaker, Tailor/Dressmaker



			
					
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Course fee $65 for take home projects


Disclaimer

Courses outlined will only be available if sufficient students wish to take them AND appropriate staff are available to teach them.

Courses that do not run may be offered through distance learning and be supported by the Distance Learning Department.