Level 1 Textile Technology
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Ms G. Smith.
Design unique textile products by experimenting with materials and testing fabric design techniques.
Students will work within authentic contexts to design and create textile products. No previous experience is required but it would be helpful if students could thread and use a sewing machine.
Students will focus on designing a product that reflects their client’s tuakiri (identity and culture). They will consider sustainable practices and build skills using different textile materials, tools and equipment.
Applied design techniques will also be developed - such as screen printing, applique, block printing and embroidery to create a unique design for their client.
A second project will focus on transforming and manipulating textile materials to create innovative products. Students will learn about various techniques to change the appearance and properties of textile materials to make a unique item.
This semester will appeal to students who enjoy problem-solving, experimentation and critical thinking to develop new creative products.
Note: Some of the same achievement standards are taught in Food and Materials Technology. Check with your teacher if you would like to choose these subjects as you can only be awarded the credits once.
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
Materials and other components are included in the course fees. There may be an additional trip cost.
Cost: $80
Pathway
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
External
NZQA Info
Materials and Processing Technology 1.1 - Develop a Materials and Processing Technology outcome in an authentic context
NZQA Info
Materials and Processing Technology 1.2 - Experiment with different materials to develop a Materials and Processing Technology outcome