VET Applied Fashion Design and Technology

This course is held at Berwick College, Manuka Road, Berwick. The College has a fully equipped class room, with all the facilities that students need to complete the Certificate II in Ap plied Fashion and DesignTechnology. Berwick College offers easy access to local schools, with the aid of public transport.

Manuka RoadBerwick 3806

Phone: 8768 1060Fax: 9707 3456

email: crawley.karen.k@edumail.vic.gov.auwww.berwickcollege.vic.edu.au

Certificate II in Applied Fashion Design and Technology

Program DetailsUnits may include;

1st YearMSMWHS200 Work SafelyMSS402051 Apply quality standardsMSMENV272 Participate in environmentally sustainable work practicesMSTCL2011 Draw and interpret a basic sketchMSTFD2001 Design and produce a simple GarmentMSTFD2006 Use a sewing machine for fashion designMSTCL2010 Modify patterns to create basic styles

2nd YearMSTGN2003 Work in the TCF industryMSTFD2005 Identify design process for fashion designsMSTGN2011 Identify fibres, fabric and textiles used in the TCF industryMSTCL1001 Produce a simple garmentMSTGN2001 Use steaming and pressing equipment in TFC productionMSTCL3002 Prepare and produce a complex whole garment from specifications

Units of competency are subject to change.

Timetable1st year: Wednesday 8:15am - 12:15pm2nd year: Wednesday 12:45pm - 4:45pm

Contribution to VCE/VCALStudents undertaking the VCE VET Applied Fashion Design and Technology qualification are eligible for up to four units at units 1 and 2 level and two units at units 3 and 4 level. Students may accumulate VCE VET units over more than one year.

The contribution of the VCE VET Applied Fashion Design and Technology qualification to the ATAR is as follows: any contribution to the ATAR is subject to satisfactory completion of the designated units 3 and 4 sequence. Students who successfully complete a unit 3 and 4 sequence will receive one ATAR increment.

Possible Pathways

VET in Schools-Certificate III in Applied Fashion Design and Technology

Certificate IV in Applied Fashion Design and Technology

Diploma in Applied Fashion Design and Technology

Certificate II in Applied Fashion Design and Technology

MST20616The aim of the VET Applied Fashion Design and Technology two year qualification is to provide participants with the knowledge and skills to achieve units of competency that will enhance their employ ment prospects in fashion or fashion related industries. This qualification will enable participants to gain a recognised credential and make a more informed choice of vocation and career paths as well as expose them to skills, such as design, sewing and pattern making.

Special Requirements Students are required to wear their school uniform.

Structured Workplace LearningIt is strongly recommended to have a minimum of 80 hours of work placement throughout the duration of the VET program.

FeesA materials fee applies to this course.