Modules of Instruction

Common Competencies:
Unit of Competency : Carry out Measurement and Calculation
Module Title : Carrying out Measurement and Calculation
Module Description : This module covers the knowledge and skills required in taking the body
measurement of the client and calculating /estimating the materials requirement
cost.
Nominal Duration : 4 hours
Summary of Learning Outcomes:
LO1. Obtain measurements
LO2. Perform simple calculations
LO3. Estimate appropriate quantities

Details of Learning Outcomes:

LO1. Obtain measurements

Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Method

Parts to be measured Measurements Practice exercises Lecture Written

identified and for obtaining Demonstration Examination
recognized measurement Discussion Observation
References Interview
Reading of measurement Writing materials
practiced with accuracy

Accurate measurements are

obtained

Appropriate measuring tools Measuring

selected for job Devices
 Measuring tools cleaned
before and after using

Measuring tools kept on racks

after using
LO2. Perform simple calculations

Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment Method

Calculations needed to Fundamental Practice exercises for Lecture Written Examination

estimate complete task arithmetical obtaining Demonstration Observation
are performed using the operations measurement Discussion Interview
4 fundamentals (MDAS) (MDAS) References
Writing materials

Numerical Computations Conversions

are accurate Formulas

LO3. Estimate appropriate quantities

Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment Method

English and Metric Estimates quantities of Practice exercises for Lecture Written Examination
measurements pattern paper, obtaining Demonstration Observation
identified and Fabrics, threads, measurement Discussion Interview
recognized buttons, References
accessories, Writing materials
Reading of measurements lubricants
practiced accuracy

The fundamentals of
arithmetic operations
(MDAS) practiced with
 accuracy

Unit of Competency : Set up and operate machines

Module Title : Setting up and operate machines
Module Description : This module covers the knowledge and skills required in setting up and operate
machines.
Nominal Duration : 4 hours
Summary of Learning Outcomes:
LO1. Set machines LO4. Re-adjust machine setting to meet requirements
LO2. Conduct simple run LO5. Maintain records
LO3. Test machine output
Details of Learning Outcomes:
LO1. Set machines

Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment Method

Machines needed for Identification of Manufacturer’s Lecture Written Examination

garments production machines instruction on Demonstration Observation
operation are identified setting of Discussion Interview
and recognized machines
Machine
Machine oil level are Setting of manuals
checked machines References and
handouts
Machine motor, power
switches and plugs are
installed

Machine threading, stitch

lengths and tensions
are checked
LO2. Conduct simple run

Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment Method

Different machines needed

for garments production
operation and tested
following manufacturers Manufacturer’s
requirement instruction of Lecture Written Examination
Types of machine machine Demonstration Observation
Sewing machines motors, operation Discussion Interview
switches, plugs Machine manuals
functions smoothly References and
handouts
Fusing machines motors,
Writing materials
switches, plugs
functions smoothly

Pressing machines motors,

switches, plugs
functions smoothly

Proper handling of
machines is observed

LO3. Test machine output

Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment Method

Safety use of machines Machine

operation is observed Operation/ Manufacturer’s
Testing instruction of Lecture Written Examination
Machine stitching, tensions machine Demonstration Observation
of regular length operation
Fusing machine Machine manuals Discussion Interview
temperature correctly References and
regulated handouts
Writing materials
Pressing machine correctly
regulated

LO4. Re-adjust machine setting to meet requirements

Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment Method

Proper handling techniques Manufacturer’s

in re-adjustment of instruction of Lecture Written Examination
machine settings are machine Demonstration Observation
observed. Re-adjustment of operation Discussion Interview
machine Machine manuals
Machines re-adjusted to settings References and
make requirements for Temperature handouts
other fabrics and chart for Writing materials
designs are identified different fabric
Fusing machine
temperature adjusted to
meet fabric requirement
is recognized

Pressing machine Temperature

temperature adjusted to chart for
meet fabric requirement different fabric
Re-adjustment of
Appropriate tools for re- machine Manufacturer’s
adjusting machine settings instruction of Lecture Written Examination
setting are identified machine Demonstration Observation
operation
 Machine manuals Discussion Interview
References and
handouts
Writing materials

LO5. Maintain records

Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment Method

Parts adjusted and replaced Records

recorded on management Manufacturer’s
maintenance card for machines instruction of Lecture Written Examination
machine Demonstration Observation
Maintenance schedules operation Discussion Interview
identified and followed Machine manuals
correctly References and
handouts
Writing materials

Unit of Competency : Perform basic maintenance

Module Title : Perform basic maintenance
Module Description : This module covers the knowledge and skills required in performing minor
maintenance of the machines used by dressmaker.
Nominal Duration : 4 hours
Summary of Learning Outcomes:
LO1. Operate machine and assess its performance
LO2. Clean and lubricate machine
LO3. Check machine operation

LO1. Operate machine and assess its performance

Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment Method

Proper handling of machine Machine Manufacturer’s

is observed operation instruction of
Quality of machine operation Lecture Written Examination
Correct procedures in stitches and Machine manuals Demonstration Observation
machine operation are tensions References and Discussion Interview
identified handouts
Writing materials
Functional performance of
machine is recognized

LO2. Clean and lubricate machine

Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment Method

Regular cleaning of
machine is observed Machine Maintenance
Cleanliness charts/cleaning Lecture Written Examination
Safety procedures in Cleaning guides Demonstration Observation
machine cleaning are Procedures References Discussion Interview
followed Lubricants and Writing materials
their uses
Regular maintenance
schedules are observed

LO3. Check machine operation

Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment Method

Safety procedures on Safety on Guides on

machine operation are Machine machine
 observed Operations checking Lecture Written Examination
Observation References Demonstration Observation
Machine functional reports on Writing materials Discussion Interview
operations are identified machine
and observed operation
Dysfunctional operations
Observation Guides on
are recognized
reports on machine
Correct Procedures for machine checking
checking machine operation References Lecture Written Examination
operations are followed Writing materials Demonstration Observation
Discussion Interview

Unit of Competency : Apply quality standard

Module Title : Applying quality standard
Module Description : This module covers the knowledge and skills required in applying quality standards
to work operations in the industry.
Nominal Duration : 4 hours
Summary of Learning Outcomes:
LO1. Assess own work
LO2. Assess quality of received component parts
LO3. Measure parts
LO4. Record information
LO5 Study causes of quality deviations

LO1. Assess own work

Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment Method

Standard of good quality

are identified Quality Work Standard for good
Assessment procedures are Standards quality Lecture Written Examination
established References Demonstration Observation
Writing materials Discussion Interview
Criteria for comparisons
between standard and
finished work are
established and applied

LO2. Assess quality of received component parts

Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment Method

Quality of received Samples of good

components’ parts Faults Analysis quality products
established and and products Samples of good Lecture Written Examination
recognized Quality quality Demonstration Observation
products Discussion Interview
Assessment procedure are References
defined Writing materials
Tolerance level for
acceptable quality
identified

LO3. Measure parts

Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment Method

Parts for quality

 measurements Quality Samples of
identified assurance quality assured Lecture Written Examination
measurement products Demonstration Observation
Quality assurance References Discussion Interview
procedures established Writing materials
and followed

Tolerable percentage of
acceptance defined

LO4. Record information

Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment Method

Recording
Data are recorded Records samples Lecture Written Examination
accurately Management References Demonstration Observation
Writing materials Discussion Interview

LO5. Study causes of quality deviations

Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologie Assessment Method

s

Defects and deviations to Defects/deviations Samples of Lecture Written Examination

product quality defects Demonstration Observation
recognized References Discussion Interview
Writing materials
Caused of defects identified
Causes of deviations
analyzed

Core Competencies:
Unit of Competency : Draft and cut pattern for casual apparel
Module Title : Drafting and cut pattern for casual apparel
Module Description : This module covers the knowledge and skills in taking drafting and cutting patterns
of casual apparel. It deals the requirement for planning garment design, taking body
measurements, drafting basic/block pattern, manipulating and cutting final pattern
Nominal Duration : 80 hours
Summary of Learning Outcomes:
LO1. Plan garment design
LO2. Take clients body measurements
LO3. Draft basic/block pattern
LO4. Manipulate pattern
LO5. Cut final pattern

Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment Method

Customer’s job require-

ments are determined in Company
accordance with procedures and
company’s practice practices Catalogue
Samples of fabric Self-paced/
Samples of finished Modular Demonstration
Garment design is prepared products Group Interview
in accordance with Garment’s design Barong Discussion Written Examination
clients requirements Long Sleeves
Pants/Trouser
Design and fabric are Classification of Coat
discussed and selected fabrics
According to client’s Types of fabrics
specifications

Special needs of the client Company

are incorporated into the standard and
design based on operating
procedures procedures

LO2. Take clients body measurements

Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment Method

Measuring tools are English system, of

prepared in Measurement
accordance with job Metric system of
requirements measurement
Linear measurement Tape measure Self-paced/
Body measurements are Body parts to be L-square Modular Demonstration
taken based on measured Meter Stick Group Interview
procedures Correct positioning Pencil Discussion Written Examination
in taking body Record Notebook Film Viewing
Body measurements of
measurements Model/Body Form
clients are taken in
Correct positioning Procedure Manual
sequence in according
in measuring tools
to job requirements
Procedure and
and standard body
sequence in
measurements
taking body
Body measurements are measurements
recorded in line with Recording of body
company’s measurements
requirements/practice

LO3. Draft basic/block pattern

Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment Method

Drafting pattern tools are Pencil Self-paced/

selected in accordance Selection of Pattern Tailor’s chalk Modular Written Examination
with job requirements Tools Pattern paper Group Observation
Procedures in Triangle Discussion Interview
Basic/block pattern is Drafting Block Hip curve Film Viewing
drafted using Pattern Ruler with grid
appropriate tools and
 customer’s satisfaction French Curve
Procedure Manual

Drafted basic/block Selection of Pattern Observation

pattern is checked for Tools Procedure Manual Group Interview
accuracy against Procedures in Discussion
customer’s Drafting Block
specifications Pattern

LO4. Manipulate pattern

Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment Method

Block pattern is laid out in

accordance with Pencil
company’s procedures Block pattern Self-paced/
Procedures in L-square Modular Written Examination
Block pattern is Pattern Making Meter Stick Group Observation
manipulated in Dart Manipulation Record Notebook Discussion Interview
accordance with Triangle Film Viewing
customer’s satisfaction Model/Body Form
Procedure Manual
Final pattern is labeled,
filed and secured as
per standard operating
procedure

LO5. Cut final pattern

Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment Method

Tools for cutting patterns

are selected in Selection of Cutting
 accordance with job Pattern Tools Self-paced/
requirements Procedure in Scissors Modular Written Examination
Pattern Cutting Pencil Group Observation
Pattern is cut in Procedure Manual Discussion Interview
accordance with Film Viewing
customer’s
satisfaction /
measurements

Unit of Competency : Prepare and Cut Materials for Casual Apparel

Module Title : Preparing and Cutting Materials for Casual Apparel
Module Description : This module covers the knowledge and skills required in preparing and cutting
materials and accessories of casual apparel. It includes the requirements for
preparing materials, lay-outing and marking pattern on materials and cutting
materials.
Nominal Duration : 40 hours
Summary of Learning Outcomes:
LO1. Prepare materials (fabric)
LO2. Lay-out and mark patterns
LO3. Cut materials

LO1. Prepare materials (fabric)

Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment Method

Fabric is collected and

checked in accordance to Principles of design
job specification

Fabric’s width and quality Self-paced/

are checked according to Modular Demonstration
instructions and
 appropriate actions are Tape measure Group Interview
taken in accordance with Selection of Fabric L-square Discussion Written Examination
work requirements and Accessories Meter Stick
Pencil
Fabric is checked for quality, Fabric
faults, width, selvedges, Accessories
due lot and marking Procedure Manual
requirement according to
workplace procedures
requirements

Fabric is soaked/drip dried

and pressed in Fabric Care
accordance with
standard fabric care
Self-paced/
Accessories and accents are Tape measure Modular Demonstration
selected and prepared in Selection of Fabric L-square Group Interview
accordance with specified and Accessories Meter Stick Discussion Written Examination
garment style/design Pencil
Fabric
Measuring tools are Accessories
prepared in accordance Procedure in Procedure Manual
with job requirements drafting and
cutting pattern
Equipment and tools are
prepared according to
procedures

LO2. Lay-out and mark patterns

Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment Method
 Cutting table is prepared Procedure in
and set-up in accordance cutting materials Model Body Form Self-paced/ Written Examination
with company’s Preparation of fabric Procedure Manual Modular Observation
procedures before cutting Pins Group Interview
Pattern paper Discussion
Patterns are prepared and Tailor’s chalk
checked in accordance Pattern lay-out Tape measure
with company’s and marking L-square
specifications Meter Stick
Patterns are laid out and Pencil
pinned on the fabric in Fabric
accordance with fabric
grain line. Record Notebook
Fabric is laid –up and
alignment with pattern is
checked as per procedure.
Pattern pieces are positioned Fabric
manually in accordance Manufacturing Model Body Form Self-paced/ Written Examination
with company’s design Procedure Manual Modular Observation
procedures. Pins Group Interview
Seam allowances are Pattern paper Discussion
marked on the fabric in Tailor’s chalk
accordance with job Tape measure
requirements L-square
Darts & pocket locations are Meter Stick
traced /marked on the Pencil
fabric in accordance with Fabric
specified garment style or
design. Record Notebook
Mark is placed in accordance
with company’s
procedures.
 LO3. Cut materials
Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologie Assessment
s Method

Garment style or design is Preparation of Model Body Form

interpreted in accordance fabric before Procedure Manual Self-paced/ Written
with customer’s cutting Pins Modular Examination
specification Fabric Pattern paper Group Observation
Manufacturing Tailor’s chalk Discussion Interview
design Tape measure
Fabric is cut to meet Procedure in L-square
design requirements cutting Meter Stick
and measurements of materials Pencil
the pattern. Fabric
Garment parts are checked Pattern lay-out
for completeness in and marking Record Notebook
accordance with specified
garment design or styles.

Unit of Competency : Sew Casual Apparel

Module Title : Sewing Casual Apparel
Module Description : This module covers the knowledge and skills required in sewing casual apparel. It
includes the requirements for preparing cut parts, preparing sewing machine for
operations and sewing garment.
Nominal Duration : 40 hours
Summary of Learning Outcomes:
LO1. Prepare cut parts
LO2. Prepare sewing machine for operations
LO3. Sew and assemble garments
LO4.Alter completed garment
LO1. Prepare cut parts
Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment Method

Cut parts are prepared in Pins/pin cushion

accordance with the Emery bag Self-paced/ Written Examination
specified garment Ruler with grid Modular Observation
design/style. Fabric Curve ruler Group Interview
Cut parts are pressed in manufacturing French curve Discussion
accordance with fabric procedures Fabric
specifications. Garments designs Clothes line
Cut parts are pinned and styles Basic pattern
together in accordance Techniques in Ironing board
with garment design or pressing Scissors
style Paper weight
Accessories and accents Pattern paper
are prepared in Cutting shears
accordance with Tape measure
garment design or style L-square
Meter Stick
Pencil
Fabric

Record Notebook

LO2. Prepare sewing machine for operations

Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment Method

Machines are threaded in

accordance with the Types and Needles
company’s work functions of Testing fabric Self-paced/ Written Test
 procedure sewing Thread Modular Actual Performance
machines Working tools Group
Machines are set-up and Shears Discussion
adjusted in accordance Machine Troubles High speed
with fabric specification and Remedies Sewing Machine
Speed of machine and work High speed
handling are controlled Needle types and Sewing Machine
in accordance with their attachments
company’s procedures application
Minor machines problem or
fault is identified and
repaired in accordance
to manufacturer’s
manuals
Machine operations are Machine Troubles High speed Self-paced/ Written Test
monitored and Remedies Sewing Machine Modular Actual Performance
Company’s health and High speed Group
safety practices and Needle types and Sewing Machine Discussion
procedures are followed their application attachments
as per standard
operating procedures

LO3. Sew and assemble garments

Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologie Assessment Method
s

Garments parts are

assembled in
accordance with
garment assembly
instruction and Needles
pattern Procedure in Testing fabric
 specifications. assembling Thread Self-paced/ Written Test
Garments are sewn in garments such Working tools Modular Actual Performance
accordance with as blouse, skirts Cutting table Group
sewing standard and dress Tailor’s chalk/pencil Discussion
procedures and Complete finishing Cutting tool
company’s time touches Tape measure
frames Procedure in Steam iron
Sleeves, collars and pressing Cutting shears
pockets are identified Ironing board
and sewn in terms of Model/Dress form
customer’s Seam sipper
specification Sleeve board/ham
The neckline and corners Testing fabric
are sewn evenly and Garment sample
sharp according to
sewing procedures
Pocket flaps and pieces
had clean corners
with no raw edges
Zipper is sewn without
puckered according Procedure in
to sewing instructions assembling
Seams, edges are garments such Self-paced/
finished in as blouse, skirts Modular Written Test
accordance with the and dress Group Actual Performance
job requirements Complete finishing Discussion
Waistband width is touches
evenly sewn from Procedure in
end-to-end according pressing
to standard operating
procedure.
 LO4.Alter completed garment
Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment Method

Alteration/modifications Procedure on final Needles

are determined/ fitting Testing fabric
undertaken in Types of packaging Cut fabric
accordance with the Procedure on Pins Self-paced/
client’s specifications packaging Threads Modular Written Test
Final fitting is conducted Cutting table Group Actual Performance
to ensure client’s Tailor’s chalk/ pencil Discussion
satisfaction Cutting tool
Garments alteration is Tape measure
completed as per Steam iron
client’s satisfaction. Cutting shears
Ironing board
Specification sheet
Model/Dress form
Seam ripper
Sleeve board/ham
Garment sample

Unit of Competency : Apply Finishing Touches

Module Title : Applying Finishing Touches
Module Description : This module covers the knowledge, skills and attitude on apply finishing touches,
trimming excess threads, pressing finished garment and packaging the finished
garment
Nominal Duration : 40 hours
Summary of Learning Outcomes:
LO1. Apply finishing touches
LO2. Trim excess threads
LO3. Press finished garments
LO4.Package the finished garments

LO1. Apply finishing touches

Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment Method

Finishing touches are Needles

checked in accordance Testing fabric
with garments design Cut fabric
/style specifications Types and Pins Self-paced/
Accessories and accents Function of Threads Modular Written Test
position are marked and finishing Cutting table Group Actual Performance
attached in accordance touches Tailor’s chalk/ Discussion
with garment design/ Procedure in pencil
style specification pressing Cutting tool
Garment is checked for Tape measure
loose threads, missing Steam iron
buttons and Specification sheet
attachments Cutting shears
Bodice hems allowances Ironing board
and sleeves are folded Model/Dress form
and pinned in Seam ripper
accordance with Sleeve board/ham
customer’s Garment sample
specifications
Hemline allowances are Cut fabric
sewn in accordance with Pins
the given stitch/seam Threads
specifications Types and Cutting table Self-paced/
Accessories and accents Function of Tailor’s chalk/ Modular Written Test
are sewn by hand or finishing pencil Group Actual Performance
machine in accordance touches Cutting tool Discussion
to garment design/style Procedure in Tape measure
specifications pressing Steam iron
Finishing operations are Specification sheet
performed in accordance Cutting shears
with customer’s Ironing board
specifications and Model/Dress form
company’s procedures Seam ripper
Sleeve board/ham

LO2. Trim excess threads

Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment Method

Garments are trimmed of

excess threads in
accordance with sewing Trimming scissors
procedures Procedure in Cutting shear Self-paced/
Garments are reversed and trimming Specification sheet Modular Written Test
hanged in accordance Use of trimming Model/Dress form Group Actual Performance
with company’s tools Seam ripper Discussion
procedures Garment sample
Trimming tools are
prepared in accordance
with company’s
procedures

LO3. Press finished garments

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 s

Pressing machines are set-

up, cleaned and checked
in accordance with
company’s procedures Procedure in pressing Model/Dress form Self-paced/
Heat/pressure is applied in Application of heat Steam Iron Modular Written Test
accordance with product and pressure board/ham Group Actual Performance
requirements, fabric Operating pressing Garment sample Discussion
specifications and machine
company’s procedures
Pressing is sequenced in
accordance with work
specifications and
company’s procedures

LO4.Package the finished garments

Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologie Assessment Method
s

Garments are finished and Finished

met specification and Different kinds of garments
appropriate labels packaging materials Packaging Self-paced/ Written Test
Procedures in labeling materials Modular Actual Performance
Finished garments are and packaging Labeling Group
packed in accordance finished garments materials Discussion
with packaging Specification
standards and sheet
procedures