2TFT

Level 2 Textiles and Fashion Technology

Course Description

The focus of this course is on innovative design, created through complex technological processes. Students who take this course are expected to be independent learners. Students will complete two major projects: first a skills based assessment followed by a design folio centered around students’ individual needs.

Learning Opportunities

In this course you will need to:

Develop these skills:Explore this content:
  • Creativity - Students create innovative design ideas/solutions. 
  • Pattern drafting, preparation and alterations.
  • Technological process which involves research, planning, time management, design, construction and a final evaluation which measures how well the solution meets the brief of the client.
  • Fashion design, structural and decorative design.

  • Technology use - students will be able to use technology and equipment, understanding the tools, components and systems.
  • Skills & Construction techniques.

  • Time Management - Use time management strategies to ensure students can manage resources, support and materials.
  • Fabric testing.

  • Research & development.

  • Opportunities include, exhibitions, events, competitions and additional courses.


Resources Required

A3 & A4 Clearfile Final product $80.00 (optional)
Students also have the option to purchase more specialised materials, equipment or resources for their individual projects (e.g: developing screens for printing vs hand cut, pine vs rimu). They will need to be mindful of this when working through the design process.

Credit Information

You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.

This course is eligible for subject endorsement.

Total Credits Available: 27 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 3 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 24 credits.

Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 91337 v3
NZQA Info
Design and Visual Communication 2.30 - Use visual communication techniques to generate design ideas
3
3
3
3
Level: 2
Internal or External: External
Credits: 3
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91345 v4
NZQA Info
Construction and Mechanical Technologies 2.21 - Implement advanced procedures using textile materials to make a specified product with special features
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 6
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91356 v3
NZQA Info
Generic Technology 2.3 - Develop a conceptual design for an outcome
6
6
6
6
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 6
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91357 v3
NZQA Info
Generic Technology 2.4 - Undertake effective development to make and trial a prototype
6
6
6
6
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 6
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91626 v3
NZQA Info
Construction and Mechanical Technologies 3.26 - Draft a pattern to interpret a design for a garment
Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 6
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0 *
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 27
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 0