QD3 Unit Content
Unit Title:
Garment Construction Skills:
Sewing Garments
Unit Level:
One
Unit Credit Value:
3
Guided Learning Hours:
27
Unit Ref ID:
R/507/9919
Sector Subject Area (SSA): 9.2
This unit has 7 learning outcomes.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
The learner will:
1. Be able to construct a garment.
2. Be able to use construction
methods.
3. Be able to use a method of
distribution of fullness.
4. Know how to provide strength,
stability and support to articles.
5. Know about hem and edge
finishing.
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA
The learner can:
1.1. Select a pattern and fabric for a specific
purpose.
1.2. Outline the reasons for selection of
pattern and fabric type.
1.3. Create a pattern lay, following all pattern
markings, making economical use of fabric.
1.4. Cut out the article.
1.5. Construct the article.
1.6. Select all the required sewing notions.
2.1. Use temporary stitching.
2.2. Use permanent stitching.
2.3. Use a permanent seam type and finish as
appropriate to article and weight of fabric.
2.4. Hand stitch using correct thread and stitch
size.
2.5. Machine stitch using correct thread and
stitch size.
3.1. Use one method to manipulate even
distribution of fullness.
4.1. Identify woven and non-woven interfacing.
4.2. State the purpose of woven and nonwoven interfacing.
4.3. Identify different weights of interfacing.
4.4. State the purpose of different weights of
interfacing.
4.5. Use one type of interfacing for a specific
purpose.
5.1. Identify basic plain hem finishes.
5.2. State the use of basic plain hem finishes.
5.3. Identify basic edge finishes.
5.4. State the use of basic edge finishes.
5.5. Use one hem finish on an article.
5.6. Use one edge finish on an article.
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QD3 Unit Content
Unit Title:
Garment Construction Skills:
Sewing Garments
Unit Level:
One
Unit Credit Value:
3
Guided Learning Hours:
27
Unit Ref ID:
R/507/9919
Sector Subject Area (SSA): 9.2
6. Know how to incorporate
fastenings.
7. Be able to finish an article.
6.1. Identify common fastenings.
6.2. Use different fastenings, including a plain
zip.
7.1. Fasten all thread ends securely and neatly.
7.2. Enhance presentation by pressing the
article.
ASSESSMENT INFORMATION
Guidance:
This grid gives details of the assessment activities to be used with the above unit.
Please refer to the Certa Assessment Definitions document for definitions of each activity and
the expectations for assessment practice and evidence for verification.
The assessment activities for this unit are indicated in the table below:
Key:
P = Prescribed:
O = Optional:
this assessment method must be used to assess the unit.
this assessment method could be used to assess the unit.
Case study
Written question & answer/test/exam
Essay
Report
Oral question and answer
Written description
Reflective log/diary
Tutor Testimony
Professional Discussion
O
O
O
Project
Role play/simulation
Practical demonstration
Group discussion
Performance/exhibition
Production of artefact
Practice file
Witness Testimony
Examination of Products of Work
O
P
P
O
Please note that the content of this document is the exclusive property of OCNYHR Ltd and must not be amended
in any way. © OCNYHR Ltd operating as Certa.