Level 3 Textile Technology
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Ms G. Smith.
Textiles - Create innovative, complex textile products using research, analysis and academic understanding to get the best results.
This university-approved subject builds on the skills and knowledge learnt in Level 2 Textile Technology. Students may take this course without doing Level 2 Textiles, but they must be able to thread and use a sewing machine and have some understanding of the design process.
In this course, students will be taught advanced skills to create a technically complex garment. This will develop their understanding of how to ensure accuracy. They will follow safe practices in the workshop and will be encouraged to work efficiently and effectively.
Students will also use sketching and modelling on mini mannequins to design and produce an outfit that must demonstrate their creativity and their technical ability. This will be a showstopper design that will be presented at a competition or at the technology showcase exhibition.
The course offers a strong pathway to a career in fashion, design and other technology subjects. It will also appeal to students who have an interest in textiles and enjoy problem-solving and being creative.
Note: Some of the same achievement standards are taught in Food, and Mechatronics. 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
Most of the materials and other components are included in the course fees and recycling is encouraged.
Cost: $100 There may be an additional trip cost.
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
This course is approved for University Entrance.
External
NZQA Info
Generic Technology 3.3 - Develop a conceptual design considering fitness for purpose in the broadest sense
NZQA Info
Generic Technology 3.4 - Develop a prototype considering fitness for purpose in the broadest sense
NZQA Info
Construction and Mechanical Technologies 3.21 - Implement complex procedures using textile materials to make a specified product
Optional Assessments
This course offers the following optional standards, which will be agreed upon in consultation with your teacher.
External
NZQA Info
Generic Technology 3.10 - Undertake a critique of a technological outcome's design