Free Pattern Master Course (1year Diploma)

The Pattern master develops pattern for cutting fabric spread in layers into various components as per requirement for a particular style and garment size.

Brief Job Description:- Pattern Master uses ordinary and basic hand operated equipment and tools for measuring, marking and cutting to create patternson nontextile cheaper substrate (usually hard paper board) for each size within given range of apparel and/or garment design , made –ups and home furnishing articles . A complete pattern consists of various components cut to size and thus a full pattern for a particular garment , made –ups and home furnishing article comprises various shapes and sizes of paper boards cut and preserved as set.

Personal Attributes:- He/she should have flair for art and drawings and should have basic mathematical skills, particularly making calculations and measuring. He/she should possess good written and oral communication skills. He/she should be patient and tenacious for long hours of standing work in a calm atmosphere.He should be imaginative, creative and analytic Pattern Master Course.

Preparation of pattern with simple hand-operated tools and equipment and navigation and measurement of competencies related to pattern making Pattern Master Course:-

PC1. Collect, Comprehend and Compile information from various sources viz. Designer/Buyer/Merchandiser

PC2. Analyse information and translate inputs as per company procedure

PC3. Coordinate with concerned Designer and Merchandiser for clarity of information against techpack received

 PC4. Incorporate and accommodate review inputs alongside the techpack

PC5. Create paper patterns with all details like notches, parts marking (pockets, button holes, pleats, etc.),pattern marking for bulk production

Checking the pattern for information contents, review and update Pattern Master Course:-

PC1. Check sketches, design specifications to meet quantities, shapes and sizes of pattern parts

 PC2. Test pattern by making garment sample to check fit, fall, and other aesthetic attributes

PC3. Review pattern against test performance Pattern Master Course.

 PC4. Accommodate and incorporate changes in the pattern

 PC5. Create final pattern with all changes accommodated

PC6. Create master pattern for different sizes of garments made ups and home furnishing articles within a style for mass production.

Involves identifying environmental needs and requirement to the workplace, health and safety hazards and ensuring mechanism to safeguard against hazards:-

PC1. Keep vigilance for potential risks and threats associated with workplace and equipment

PC2. Handle tools and equipmentslike cutters, scissors, etc. safely and securely Pattern Master Course.

PC3. Monitor the workplace and work processes for potential risks and threats

 PC4. Participate in mock-drills/evacuation procedures organized at the workplace

 PC5. Undertake first-aid, fire-fighting and emergency response training

Maintain the workarea, tools and machines Pattern Master Course:- To be competent, the user/individual on the job must be able to:

PC1. Handle materials, machinery, equipment and tools safely and correctly

 PC2. Use correct lifting and handling procedures

 PC3. Use materials to minimize waste

 PC4. Maintain a clean and hazard free working area Pattern Master Course.

PC5. Maintain tools and equipment

PC6. Carry out running maintenance within agreed schedules

PC7. Carry out maintenance and/or cleaning within one’s responsibility

 PC8. Report unsafe equipment and other dangerous occurrences

 PC9. Ensure that the correct machine guards are in place

PC10.Work in a comfortable position with the correct posture

 PC11.Use cleaning equipment and methods appropriate for the work to be carried out

 PC12.Dispose of waste safely in the designated location

PC13. Store cleaning equipment safely after use Pattern Master Course.

PC14.Carry out cleaning according to schedules and limits of responsibility

Comply with industry, and organizational requirements Pattern Master Course:- To be competent, the user/individual on the job must be able to:

PC1. Carry out work functions in accordance with legislation and regulations, organizational guidelines and procedures

PC2. Seek and obtain clarifications on policies and procedures, from your supervisor or other authorized personnel

 PC3. Apply and follow these policies and procedures within your work practices

 PC4. Provide support to your supervisor and team members in enforcing these considerations

 PC5. Identify and report any possible deviation to these requirements

Guidelines for Assessment:-

1. Criteria for assessment for each Qualification Pack will be created by the Sector Skill Council. Each Performance Criteria (PC) will be assigned marks proportional to its importance in NOS. SSC will also lay down proportion of marks for Theory and Skills Practical for each

 PC 2. The assessment for the theory part will be based on knowledge bank of questions approved by the SSC

 3. Individual assessment agencies will create unique question papers for theory part for each candidate at each examination/training center (as per assessment criteria below)

 4. Individual assessment agencies will create unique evaluations for skill practical for every student at each examination/training center based on this criteria
 5. To pass the Qualification Pack, every trainee should score a minimum of 70% aggregate in a QP

 6. In case of successfully passing only certain number of NOS’s, the trainee is eligible to take subsequent assessment on the balance NOS’s to pass the Qualification Pack Pattern Master Course.

(Plan and Prepare for process of pattern making as per techpack received) Pattern Master Course:-

PC1. Collect, Comprehend and Compile information from various sources viz. Designer/Buyer/Merchandiser

PC2. Analyse information and translate inputs as per company procedure

PC3. Coordinate with concerned Designer and Merchandiser for clarity of information against techpack received

PC4. Incorporate and accommodate review inputs alongside the techpack

PC5. Create paper patterns with all details like notches, parts marking (pockets, button holes, pleats, etc.) for bulk production

(Inspect and validate pattern):- PC1. Check sketches, design specifications to meet quantities, shapes and sizes of pattern parts

PC2. Test pattern by making garment sample to check fit, fall, and other aesthetic and functional attributes

PC3. Review pattern against test performance

PC4. Accommodate and incorporate changes in the pattern

PC5. Create final pattern with all changes accommodated Pattern Master Course.

PC6. Create master pattern for different sizes of garments, madeups and home furnishing articles within a style for mass production

(Maintain health, safety and security in the pattern making workplace):-

PC1. Keep vigilance for potential risks and threats associated with workplace and equipment like cuts from cutters, scisors, shears, etc.

PC2. Handle tools and equipments like cutters, scissors, etc. safely and securely

PC3. Monitor the workplace and work processes for potential risks and threats

PC4. Participate in mockdrills/evacuation procedures organized at the workplace

PC5. Undertake first-aid, firefighting and emergency response training

(Maintain workarea, tools and machines):- PC1. Handle materials, machinery, equipment and tools safely and correctly

PC2. Use correct lifting and handling procedures

PC3. Use materials to minimize waste

PC4. Maintain a clean and hazard free working area

PC5. Maintain tools and equipments

PC6. Carry out running maintenance within agreed schedules

PC7. Carry out maintenance and/or cleaning within one’s responsibility

PC8. Report unsafe equipment and other dangerous occurrences

PC9. Ensure that the correct machine guards are in place

PC10. Work in a comfortable position with the correct posture Pattern Master Course.

PC11. Use cleaning equipment and methods appropriate for the work to be carried out

PC12. Dispose of waste safely in the designated location

PC13. Store cleaning equipment safely after use

PC14. Carry out cleaning according to schedules and limits of responsibility

(Comply with industry, regulatory and organizational requirements):- PC1. Carry out work functions in accordance with legislation and regulations, organizational guidelines and procedures

PC3. Apply and follow these policies and procedures within your work practices

PC4. Provide support to your supervisor and team members in enforcing these considerations

PC5. Identify and report any possible deviation to these requirements

Organizational Contex:- he user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:

KA1. Personal hygiene and duty of care

 KA2. Safe working practices and organizational procedures

KA3. Limits of your own responsibility

KA4. Ways of resolving with problems within the work area

 KA5. The production process and the specific work activities that relate to the whole process

 KA6. The importance of effective communication with colleagues

 KA7. The lines of communication, authority and reporting procedures

KA8. The organization’s rules, codes and guidelines (including timekeeping)

 KA9. The company’s quality standards

 KA10. The importance of complying with written instructions

KA11. Equipment operating procedures / manufacturer’s instructions

Technical Knowledge:- The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:

KB1. Work instructions and specifications and interpret them accurately Pattern Master Course.

KB2. Method to make use of the information detailed in specifications andinstructions

 KB3. Relation between work role and the overall manufacturing process

 KB4. The importance of taking action when problems are identified

 KB5. Different ways of minimizing waste

 KB6. The importance of running maintenance and regular cleaning

KB7. Effects of contamination on products i.e. Machine oil, dirt

 KB8. Common faults with equipment and the method to rectify

KB9. Maintenance procedures

KB10. Hazards likely to be encountered when conducting routine maintenance

KB11. Different types of cleaning equipment and substances and their use

KB12. Safe working practices for cleaning and the method of carrying them out Pattern Master Course.

Core Skills/ Generic Skills:- The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:

SA1. Write and document appropriate technical forms, job cards, inspection sheets as required format of the company

Reading Skills:- Reading Skills The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:

SA2. Read and comprehend basic English to read and interpret indicators in the machine and operating manuals, job cards, visual cards

SA3. Read and understand manuals, health and safety instructions, memos, reports, job cards, etc

Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills):- The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:

 SA4. Speak and communicate effectively to peers and supervisors

 SA5. Give clear instructions to co-workers, subordinates, others

SA6. Use correct technical term while interacting with supervisor

Professional Skills:- The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:

SB1. Take appropriate decisions regarding to responsibilities

SB2. Assess for any damage/faulty component in the concerned machinery and take action accordingly SB3. Evaluate the decision and conduct basic trouble shooting

Plan and Organize:- The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:

SB4. Plan and manage work routine based on company procedure

 SB5. Work with supervisors/team mates to carry out work related tasks

SB6. Plan for cleaning and lubricating the concerned machinery daily

SB7. Plan for cleaning the concerned tools and workplace daily before and after operation

Customer Centricity:- The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:

 SB8. Ensure and follow organizational procedures pertaining to health and safety are followed

Problem Solving:- The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:

 SB7. Solve operational role related issues

Analytical Thinking:- The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:

SB9. Diagnose common problems in the machine based on visual inspection, sound, temperature, etc.

Critical Thinking:- The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:

 SB10. Analyze, evaluate and apply the information gathered from observation, experience, reasoning or communication to act efficiently