Qualification: NCEA Level 2

Entry requirements: None

Content/Skills: This course is based on textiles and garment development and construction, with a focus on environmentally sustainable practices. Ākonga will develop portfolios of their design work and technological practice. They will develop skills in fashion drawing, pattern adaptation and garment construction. Additional workshops will allow after school learning and support.

Field Trips: Tailored to the context the students work within.

Course Costs: Please be aware that this course has a 'take home' component. By selecting this course you are agreeing to meet full costs for materials that are required. These costs are $80.00 which covers the cost of materials required to produce fabric samples, tracing paper, interfacing, fabric decorating materials such as paint, embroidery thread and beads. Ākonga will need to purchase their own pattern and fabric for at least one garment.

Assessment:

3 Internal Achievement Standards worth 14 credits

1 External Achievement Standard worth 4 credits

Where does it lead? NCEA Fashion Technology at Level 3. Careers/tertiary study with a design/problem solving focus such as a Fashion Designer, Interior Designer, Event Management, CAD Specialist, Fashion/Personal Stylist, Costume Designer, Wardrobe Manager, Product Designer, Fashion Merchandiser, Production, Fashion Buyer, Fashion Illustrator, Textiles Designer, Fashion Sales Representative, Pattern Maker, Fashion Writer/Photographer.

For further information see Mrs Buckley