Level 2 Textile Technology
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Ms G. Smith.
Develop advanced construction techniques and draft patterns to create customised textile items.
This subject builds on the skills and knowledge learnt in Level 1 Textile Technology. Students may take this course without doing Level 1 Textiles, but they should be able to thread and use a sewing machine and have some understanding of the design process.
The course involves researching and developing their design ideas through sketching and modelling ideas by creating small-scale garments on mini mannequins. They will also be testing different sewing techniques and understanding different fabric characteristics. Students will work with stakeholders to get feedback on their designs. They will use all this information to create a garment for a specific purpose.
Students will also learn advanced skills to construct a well-made product, developing their independence and accuracy.
This course leads into L3 Textile Technology and offers a strong pathway to a career in fashion, design and other technology subjects. It will also appeal to students who are interested in textiles and an inquiring and creative mind.
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 will be supplied but students are also able to purchase their own fabrics if needed. There may be an additional trip cost.
Course Cost - $90
Pathway
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
External
NZQA Info
Construction and Mechanical Technologies 2.21 - Implement advanced procedures using textile materials to make a specified product with special features
NZQA Info
Construction and Mechanical Technologies 2.26 - Make advanced adaptations to a pattern to change the structural and style features of a design
Optional Assessments
This course offers the following optional standards, which will be agreed upon in consultation with your teacher.
External
NZQA Info
Generic Technology 2.3 - Develop a conceptual design for an outcome
You will do either 91356 or 91357
NZQA Info
Generic Technology 2.4 - Undertake effective development to make and trial a prototype