CURRICULUM
POLO On-site Training for OFWs
Cut and Sew Ladies’ Casual ApparelLeading to Dressmaking NC II
Technical Education and Skills Development Authority
East Service Road, South Expressway, Taguig City, Metro Manila, Philippines
CURRICULUM DESIGN FOR
CUT AND SEW LADIES’ CASUAL APPAREL LEADING TO DRESSMAKING NC II (GRMDRM205)
CUT AND SEW LADIES’ CASUAL APPAREL (COC 2)
The COC 2 consists of competencies that a person must achieve to prepare and cut materials of casual apparel, sew casual apparel, and apply finishing touches on casual apparel
A person who has achieved this Cluster of competencies is competent in Dressmaking and shall be awarded Certificates of Competency in Dressmaking NC II. The Units of Competency comprising this Cluster include the following:
GRM743302
/Prepare and cut materials of casual apparel
GRM743303 / Sew casual apparelGRM743304 / Apply finishing touches on casual apparel
A person who has achieved these COCs is competent to be employed in any of the following positions:
q Dressmaker
q Garment Sewer
Individuals aspiring to be awarded the qualification of DRESSMAKING NC II must acquire the remaining Certificate of Competency as follows:
COC 1: Pattern Making
GRM743301
/Draft and cut pattern for casual apparel
ENHANCED COURSE DESIGN
Enhanced Course Outlinebased on TESDA Training Regulations for
Dressmaking NC II GRMDRM2O5 / *Nominal Duration / Suggested
Training Methods / CERTIFICATION /
Prepare and cut materials of casual apparel (GRM743302)
LO1. Prepare materials (fabric)
LO2. Lay-out and mark pattern on materials
LO3. Cut materials / 40 hours / · Self-paced/ modular
· Group discussion
· Video viewing
· Hands-on / COC 2: Cut and Sew Ladies’ Casual Apparel
· Prepare and Cut Materials of Casual Apparel GRM743302
· Sew Casual Apparel GRM743303
· Apply Finishing Touches on Casual Apparel GRM743304
Sew casual apparel GRM743303
LO1. Prepare cut parts
LO2. Prepare sewing machine for operation
LO3. Sew and assemble garment parts
LO4. Alter completed garments / 80 hours / · Self-paced/ modular
· Group discussion
· Video viewing
· Hands-on
Apply finishing touches on casual apparel GRM743304
LO1. Apply finishing touches
LO2. Trim excess threads
LO3. Press finished garment
LO4. Package the finished garment / 40 hours / · Self-paced/ modular
· Group discussion
· Video viewing
· Hands-on
240 hours
* Nominal Duration: is the suggested duration of the training which approximates the time that an average learner can acquire the competency.
TRAINING DELIVERY
The delivery of training should adhere to the design of the curriculum. Delivery should be guided by the principles of competency-based training.
a) Course outline is based on competency standards/training regulations;
b) Training delivery is learner-centered and should accommodate individualized and self-paced learning strategies;
c) Training can be done on an actual workplace setting or on a simulated workplace;
d) Assessment is based in the collection of evidence of the performance of work;
e) Assessment of competency takes the trainee’s knowledge and attitude into account but requires evidence of actual performance of the competency as the primary source of evidence;
f) Training program allows for recognition of prior learning (RPL) or current competencies; and
g) Training completion is based on satisfactory performance of all specified competencies indicated in the progress chart.
TRAINEE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Trainees or students should possess the following requirements:
• Can communicate in Basic English either oral or written; and
• Can perform basic mathematical computation.
LIST OF TOOLS, EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS IN DRESSMAKING NC II
Recommended list of tools, equipment and materials are as follows:
Tools for Each Trainee / Shared Tools / Equipment for Each Trainee / Shared Equipment / Materials for Each Trainee / Shared Materials /· Tape measure
· Hip-curve
· French curve
· Scissors
· Cutting shears
· L-square
· Transparent ruler with grid 24
· Sewing box
· Tracing wheel
· Hanger
· Flat screwdriver (medium and small)
· Seam ripper / · Meter stick
· Basin or pail
· Hand spray / · Single-needle lockstitch sewing machine with high-speed machine attachment (motor)
· Chairs (stool)
· Calculator
· Bobbin case and spool / · 3-thread overlock machine
· Flat iron
· Steam press
· Ironing board
· Cutting table
· Buttonholer
· Body form/Model
· Hanger rack
· Buttonholer attachments
· Zipper foot
· Shirring foot
· Sleeve board/ham
· Display cabinet / · Pencils
· Pattern paper
· Tailor’s chalk
· Dressmaker’s tracing paper
· Thread with assorted colors
· Buttons
· Zipper
· Record book
· Eraser / · Fusible interlining
· Band roll
· Hook and eye (big)
· Hook and eye (small)
· Machine oil
· Needle packs
· Rolls of fabric for blouse
· Rolls of fabric for skirt
· Rolls of fabric for dress
· Clothes line
· Pin boxes
TRAINING FACILITIES
Based on a class intake of 25 students/trainees and may vary depending on the number of students/trainee.
Space Requirement / Size in Meters / Area in Sq. Meters / Total Area in Sq. MetersBuilding (permanent) / 176.25 sq. m.
Student/Trainee Working Space / 1.5 x 1.5 m. / 2.25 sq. m. / 56.25 sq. m
Lecture/Demo Room / 1.5 x 2 m. / 3 sq. m. / 78 sq. m.
Learning Resource Center / 3 x 5 m. / 15 sq. m. / 15 sq. m.
Facilities/Equipment/ Circulation Area / 1.5 x 2 m. / 3 sq. m. / 27 sq. m.
TRAINER’S QUALIFICATIONS
Trainers shall be required to be certified to the National Certificate for which qualification they will train. TESDA shall provide an online training on Plan Training Session and Facilitate Learning Sessions to the potential trainers.[1]
Minimum requirements:
Ø Holder of a National Certificate in the Qualification s/he will teach; and
Ø Has completed the following units of Trainer’s Methodology Level I:
i. Plan Training Sessions;
· Identifying learner’s training requirements
· Prepare session plan
· Prepare instructional materials
· Prepare assessment instruments (Institutional)
· Organize learning and teaching resources ;and
ii. Facilitate Learning Sessions
· Prepare training facilities /resources
· Conduct pre-assessment
· Facilitate training session
· Conduct competency assessment
· Review delivery of training session
MEASUREMENT OF ACHIEVEMENT OF COMPETENCY
· Practical demonstration with oral questioning
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR ASSESSMENT AND CERTIFICATION
1. Prior to competency assessment for COC1 and COC2, please accomplish the Self-Assessment Guide (SAG) to determine readiness for assessment.
2. Submit accomplished SAG to POLO staff in- charge for advice
COMPETENCY-BASED CURRICULUM
COC 2
CUT AND SEW LADIES’ CASUAL APPAREL
Leading to DRESSMAKING NC II
COC 2: Cut and sew ladies’ casual apparel
GRM743302
/Prepare and cut materials of casual apparel
GRM743303 / Sew casual apparelGRM743304 / Apply finishing touches on casual apparel
UNIT OF COMPETENCY : PREPARE AND CUT MATERIALS FOR CASUAL APPAREL
UNIT CODE : GRM743302
MODULE TITLE : Preparing and Cutting Materials for Casual Apparel
MODULE DESCRIPTOR : This module covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes 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:
Upon completion of this module, the students/trainees must be able to:
LO1. Prepare materials (fabric)
LO2. Lay-out and mark pattern on materials.
LO3. Cut materials.
LO1. Prepare materials (fabric)
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:
1. Fabric is collected and checked in accordance to job specification.
2. Fabric’s width and quality are checked according to instructions and appropriate actions are taken in accordance with work requirements.
3. Fabric is checked for quality, faults, width, selvedges, dye lot and marking requirement according to workplace procedures.
4. Fabric is soaked/drip dried and pressed in accordance with standard fabric care.
5. Accessories and accents are selected and prepared in accordance with specified garment style/design.
6. Measuring tools are prepared in accordance with job requirements.
7. Equipment and tools are prepared according to procedures.
CONTENTS:
· Principles of design
· Procedures in drafting and cutting pattern
· Selection of fabric and accessories
· Fabric care
CONDITIONS:
The students/trainees must be provided with the following:
· Tape measure
· L-square
· Meter stick
· Pencil
· Fabric
· Accessories
· Procedure manual
METHODOLOGIES:
· Self-paced/modular
· Group discussion
ASSESSMENT METHODS:
· Demonstration
· Interview
· Written
LO2. Lay-out and mark pattern on materialS
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:
1. Cutting table is prepared and set-up in accordance with company’s procedures.
2. Patterns are prepared and checked in accordance with company’s specifications
3. Patterns are laid out and pinned on the fabric in accordance with fabric grain line.
4. Fabric is laid-up and alignment with pattern is checked as per procedure.
5. Pattern pieces are positioned manually in accordance with company’s procedures.
6. Seam allowances are marked on the fabric in accordance with job requirements.
7. Darts and pocket locations are traced /marked on the fabric in accordance with specified garment style or design.
8. Mark is placed in accordance with company’s procedures.
CONTENTS:
· Preparation of fabric before cutting
· Fabric manufacturing and design
· Pattern lay-out and marking
· Procedure in cutting materials
CONDITIONS:
The students/trainees must be provided with the following:
· Tape measure
· L-square
· Meter stick
· Pencil
· Record notebook
· Model/body form
· Procedure manual
· Pins
· Pattern paper
· Tailor’s chalk
METHODOLOGIES:
· Self-paced/modular
· Group discussion
ASSESSMENT METHODS:
· Demonstration
· Interview
· Written
LO3. Cut materials
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:
1. Garment style or design is interpreted in accordance with customer’s specification.
2. Fabric is cut to meet design requirements and measurements of the pattern.
3. Garment parts are checked for completeness in accordance with specified garment design or styles.
CONTENTS:
· Preparation of the fabric before cutting
· Fabric manufacturing and design
· Pattern lay-out and marking
· Procedure in cutting materials
CONDITIONS:
The students/trainees must be provided with the following:
· Tape measure
· L-square
· Meter stick
· Pencil
· Record notebook
· Model/body form
· Procedure manual
· Pins
· Pattern paper
· Tailor’s chalk
METHODOLOGIES:
· Self-paced/Modular
· Group discussion
ASSESSMENT METHODS:
· Demonstration
· Interview
· Written
UNIT OF COMPETENCY : SEW CASUAL APPAREL
UNIT CODE : GRM743303
MODULE TITLE : Sewing casual apparel
MODULE DESCRIPTOR : This module covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes required in sewing casual apparel. It includes the requirements for preparing cut parts, preparing sewing machines for operations and sewing garment.
NOMINAL DURATION : 80 hours
SUMMARY OF LEARNING OUTCOMES:
Upon completion of this module, the students/trainees must be able to:
LO1. Prepare cut parts
LO2. Prepare sewing machine for operation
LO 3 Sew and assemble garment parts
LO 4. Alter completed garment
LO1. Prepare cut parts
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:
1. Cut parts are prepared in accordance with the specified garment design/style.
2. Cut parts are pressed in accordance with fabric specifications.
3. Cut parts are pinned together in accordance with garment design or style
4. Accessories and accents are prepared in accordance with garment design or style.
CONTENT:
· Fabric manufacturing procedures
· Garments designs and styles
· Techniques in pressing
CONDITIONS:
The students/trainees must be provided with the following:
· Pencil
· Cutting shears
· Ruler with grid
· Pins
· L-square
· Pin cushion
· Tape measure
· Emery bag
· Curve ruler
· Fabric
· French curve
· Clothes line
· Basic pattern
· Flat iron
· Pattern paper
· Ironing board
· Scissors
· Paper weight
METHODOLOGIES:
· Self-paced/modular
· Group discussion
ASSESSMENT METHODS:
· Demonstration
· Interview
· Written
LO2. Prepare sewing machine for operation
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:
1. Machine parts are cleaned and lubricated in accordance with company’s requirements and manufacturer’s cleaning and lubricating instructions.
2. Machines are threaded in accordance with the company’s work procedure
3. Machines are set-up and adjusted in accordance with fabric specification.
4. Speed of machine and work handling are controlled in accordance with company’s procedures.
5. Minor machines problem or fault is identified and repaired in accordance to manufacturer’s manuals.
6. Machine’s operation is monitored.
7. Company’s health and safety practices and procedures are followed as per standard operating procedures
CONTENTS:
· Types and functions of sewing machine
· Machine troubles and remedies
· Needle types and their application
CONDITIONS:
The students/trainees must be provided with the following:
· Needles
· Testing fabric
· Thread
· Working tools
· Shears
· High speed sewing machine
· High speed sewing machine attachments
METHODOLOGIES:
· Self-paced/modular
· Group discussion
ASSESSMENT METHODS:
· Written test
· Actual performance
LO3. Sew and assemble garment parts
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:
1. Garments parts are assembled in accordance with garment assembly instruction and pattern specifications.
2. Garments are sewn in accordance with sewing standard procedures and company’s time frames
3. Sleeves, collars and pockets are identified and sewn in terms of customer’s specification
4. The neckline and corners are sewn evenly and sharp according to sewing procedures
5. Pocket flaps and pieces had clean corners with no raw edges
6. Zipper is sewn without puckered according to sewing instructions
7. Seams, edges are finished in accordance with the job requirements
8. Waistband width is evenly sewn from end-to-end according to standard operating procedure.
CONTENTS:
· Procedure in assembling garments such as blouse, skirts and dress