Year 11 Technology - Creative Textiles
11TCTF Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Ms S. Wensor.
Who would be interested in this course?Students interested in manipulation of materials and construction of textile products and garments. Students wanting to head down the Creative Industries pathway of product, interior and fashion design.
Throughout this course, you will explore various aspects of textile design and other materials, including the design process, problem solving techniques, sustainable design principles, and meticulous construction methods. By integrating theory with hands-on experience, you will develop practical skills that foster creativity and innovation.
As a designer you will learn to cultivate your own design voice, enabling you to create textiles that reflect your personal style, cultural influences, and artistic expression. This will be done through exploration of different applied design techniques and mixed materials.
Recognising the importance of sustainable practices in the textile industry, this course emphasises the principles of environmentally conscious design. You will explore sustainable materials and techniques for minimising waste to support the innovation and development of sustainable and responsible textile design outcomes.
You will learn about various fabrics, their characteristics, and appropriate construction methods. You will gain hands-on experience with sewing, weaving, dyeing, printing, and finishing techniques, ensuring the production of textiles that are durable, aesthetically pleasing and functional.
This is a full year course and counts as two option course selections.
Course Overview
Term 1
Introduction to workshop safety, machine operation and construction techniques.
Commence Lynfield Assignment: Aotearoa Design
Students will explore the design brief, complete research on existing designers and generate conceptual designs for an outcome.
Term 2
Students will explore material performance properties and manipulation of materials as part of prototyping trials.
Students will be taught pattern development and understanding how to read and interpret pattern instructions and symbols for their chosen design as part of design development.
Term 3
Students will be constructing their garments from develop personalised patterns.
Term 4
Students will be documenting their design and construction process to determine if the final outcome is fit for purpose.
Assessment Information
Students are assessed through milestone checkpoints throughout the year based on evidence produced in their portfolio of work and their constructed garment.
Patternmaker, Tailor/Dressmaker, Jeweller, Garment Technician, Interior Designer, Art Director (Film, Television or Stage), Director (Film, Television, Radio or Stage), Industrial Designer, Engineering Machinist, Fashion Designer
Contributions and Equipment/StationeryBasic fabrics and haberdashery are provided. Students that wish to use specialist fabrics are required to purchase their own.