CSTC — Fashion Design and Textile Technology — Trade Test Level 2
About This Course
Course purpose
This CSTC course provides a structured pathway in Fashion Design and Textile Technology — Trade Test Level 2 through instructor-led teaching, demonstrations, pattern/design exercises, supervised construction, quality inspection and a learner evidence portfolio. Intermediate level: interpret briefs, adapt patterns, construct fitted details, review quality and record corrections with trainer oversight.
Intended learners
CSTC learners following the fashion/textile trade-test pathway. Complete workshop induction, follow machine and cutting-tool procedures, respect fitting/privacy requirements and seek trainer advice when specifications or measurements are unclear.
Learning outcomes
- Interpret design briefs and textile properties
- Take and apply measurements accurately
- Prepare patterns and construct garments with suitable techniques
- Inspect fit, finish, function and material quality
- Document materials, costing and improvement evidence
- Communicate product decisions and reflect on improvements using clear records.
Curriculum structure
- Design interpretation and pattern development: Client briefs, technical drawings, style lines, pattern adaptation, darts, collars/sleeves, ease, fit and specifications.
- Advanced garment construction: Zips, collars, sleeves, waistbands, linings, shaped seams, pressing, seam alignment and workmanship.
- Textile technology and material performance: Fibre/yarn/fabric structures, drape, shrinkage, colourfastness concepts, defects, care and material suitability.
- Production, fitting and quality assurance: Operation breakdown, batch planning, measurement checkpoints, fitting, alterations, defect analysis and records.
- Costing, customer service and integrated project: Material yield, labour assumptions, quotations, customer requirements, delivery planning, ethical sourcing and portfolio.
Delivery and assessment
Measurement/pattern task, stitch and construction samples, finished product, quality/fit report, costing or production record and portfolio review.
- Diagnostic checks on measurement, textile knowledge and workshop safety.
- Formative exercises, pattern tasks and practical observation after each unit.
- Integrated project with design/pattern, construction, fit/quality checks, costing or production records and handover.
- Formal trade-test/certification decisions must use authorised criteria; this course alone is not a formal TEVETA award.
Resources
Sewing machines and accessories, cutting tools, measuring tapes, pattern paper, fabric swatches, thread, iron/pressing board, dress forms, technical sketches, specification sheets and quality checklists.
Safety and professional practice
Use sewing machines, irons, needles and cutting tools only after induction. Isolate equipment before adjustment/cleaning, keep the cutting area clear, and report damaged guards, cords or tools. Protect client measurements and personal information, use fabric responsibly and keep the work area orderly.
Results and progression
Course participation, practical competence and formal examination results are separate records. Results remain Pending / not supplied until an authorised result is received.
Curriculum alignment notice
Content provenance: CSTC-developed instructional material, not a verbatim copy or claim of TEVETA endorsement. Before formal assessment, instructors must map outcomes, techniques, practical tasks, assessment and weighting to the current TEVETA-approved curriculum/chart and centre requirements.
Curriculum
01 — Design interpretation and pattern development
Unit overview
This unit develops competence in Design interpretation and pattern development: Client briefs, technical drawings, style lines, pattern adaptation, darts, collars/sleeves, ease, fit and specifications.
Expected competence
- Interpret the brief and relevant textile/design concepts.
- Use measurements, tools and construction techniques appropriately.
- Check product quality against specifications.
- Document defects, corrections and evidence.
Level expectation: Intermediate level: interpret briefs, adapt patterns, construct fitted details, review quality and record corrections with trainer oversight.
Learning sequence
- Interpret a design brief and technical drawing
- Adapt patterns and control fit
Practical activity
The instructor briefs learners, demonstrates the technique, supplies approved patterns/materials and observes the process. Learners should inspect work at intermediate stages rather than wait until the final product to identify defects.
Evidence
- Design brief, sketch or specification.
- Measurement/pattern sheet and sample/product.
- Quality inspection, defect/correction record.
- Portfolio reflection and instructor feedback.
Resources: Sewing machines and accessories, cutting tools, measuring tapes, pattern paper, fabric swatches, thread, iron/pressing board, dress forms, technical sketches, specification sheets and quality checklists.
Interpret a design brief and technical drawing
Adapt patterns and control fit
02 — Advanced garment construction
Unit overview
This unit develops competence in Advanced garment construction: Zips, collars, sleeves, waistbands, linings, shaped seams, pressing, seam alignment and workmanship.
Expected competence
- Interpret the brief and relevant textile/design concepts.
- Use measurements, tools and construction techniques appropriately.
- Check product quality against specifications.
- Document defects, corrections and evidence.
Level expectation: Intermediate level: interpret briefs, adapt patterns, construct fitted details, review quality and record corrections with trainer oversight.
Learning sequence
- Closures, collars and fitted details
- Lining, sleeves and complex seams
Practical activity
The instructor briefs learners, demonstrates the technique, supplies approved patterns/materials and observes the process. Learners should inspect work at intermediate stages rather than wait until the final product to identify defects.
Evidence
- Design brief, sketch or specification.
- Measurement/pattern sheet and sample/product.
- Quality inspection, defect/correction record.
- Portfolio reflection and instructor feedback.
Resources: Sewing machines and accessories, cutting tools, measuring tapes, pattern paper, fabric swatches, thread, iron/pressing board, dress forms, technical sketches, specification sheets and quality checklists.
03 — Textile technology and material performance
Unit overview
This unit develops competence in Textile technology and material performance: Fibre/yarn/fabric structures, drape, shrinkage, colourfastness concepts, defects, care and material suitability.
Expected competence
- Interpret the brief and relevant textile/design concepts.
- Use measurements, tools and construction techniques appropriately.
- Check product quality against specifications.
- Document defects, corrections and evidence.
Level expectation: Intermediate level: interpret briefs, adapt patterns, construct fitted details, review quality and record corrections with trainer oversight.
Learning sequence
- Fabric properties and selection
- Colour, finishing and textile quality
Practical activity
The instructor briefs learners, demonstrates the technique, supplies approved patterns/materials and observes the process. Learners should inspect work at intermediate stages rather than wait until the final product to identify defects.
Evidence
- Design brief, sketch or specification.
- Measurement/pattern sheet and sample/product.
- Quality inspection, defect/correction record.
- Portfolio reflection and instructor feedback.
Resources: Sewing machines and accessories, cutting tools, measuring tapes, pattern paper, fabric swatches, thread, iron/pressing board, dress forms, technical sketches, specification sheets and quality checklists.
04 — Production, fitting and quality assurance
Unit overview
This unit develops competence in Production, fitting and quality assurance: Operation breakdown, batch planning, measurement checkpoints, fitting, alterations, defect analysis and records.
Expected competence
- Interpret the brief and relevant textile/design concepts.
- Use measurements, tools and construction techniques appropriately.
- Check product quality against specifications.
- Document defects, corrections and evidence.
Level expectation: Intermediate level: interpret briefs, adapt patterns, construct fitted details, review quality and record corrections with trainer oversight.
Learning sequence
- Production planning and quality gates
- Fitting, alteration and defect analysis
Practical activity
The instructor briefs learners, demonstrates the technique, supplies approved patterns/materials and observes the process. Learners should inspect work at intermediate stages rather than wait until the final product to identify defects.
Evidence
- Design brief, sketch or specification.
- Measurement/pattern sheet and sample/product.
- Quality inspection, defect/correction record.
- Portfolio reflection and instructor feedback.
Resources: Sewing machines and accessories, cutting tools, measuring tapes, pattern paper, fabric swatches, thread, iron/pressing board, dress forms, technical sketches, specification sheets and quality checklists.
05 — Costing, customer service and integrated project
Unit overview
This unit develops competence in Costing, customer service and integrated project: Material yield, labour assumptions, quotations, customer requirements, delivery planning, ethical sourcing and portfolio.
Expected competence
- Interpret the brief and relevant textile/design concepts.
- Use measurements, tools and construction techniques appropriately.
- Check product quality against specifications.
- Document defects, corrections and evidence.
Level expectation: Intermediate level: interpret briefs, adapt patterns, construct fitted details, review quality and record corrections with trainer oversight.
Learning sequence
- Garment costing and production quotation
- Integrated garment project and portfolio
Practical activity
The instructor briefs learners, demonstrates the technique, supplies approved patterns/materials and observes the process. Learners should inspect work at intermediate stages rather than wait until the final product to identify defects.
Evidence
- Design brief, sketch or specification.
- Measurement/pattern sheet and sample/product.
- Quality inspection, defect/correction record.
- Portfolio reflection and instructor feedback.
Resources: Sewing machines and accessories, cutting tools, measuring tapes, pattern paper, fabric swatches, thread, iron/pressing board, dress forms, technical sketches, specification sheets and quality checklists.
Design Briefs, Textiles and Pattern Adaptation
Intermediate Construction Techniques
Fitting, Alterations and Textile Care
Costing, Quality and Customer Service
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