WSQ Competency Standards & Codes  

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Identify and analyze textiles and process (TF-IC-401G-1)

Course Duration

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Training - 24 Hours  - 3 Full Days
Assessment – 2 Hours

Time

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9.00 am – 6.00 pm

Course Fees

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Actual Cost

SPUR Funding*

Amount to Pay

S$900.00

S$810.00

S$90.00

* 90% SPUR funding applicable for Singaporean and PR

Skills Redevelopment Program (SRP) – for employees sponsored by organizations.

Revised Absentee Payroll Funding Rates under SPUR w.e.f. 15 May 2009

40 years & above with “A” levels & below
qualifications

Others

AP for training during and outside working
hours

90% of hourly basic salary (capped at $10 per trainee-hour)
$10.00 /hr

80% of hourly basic salary (capped at $10 per trainee per hour)
S$10.00 /hr

Certificate Issuance

Upon successful completion of this course Trainees will be given WSQ Statement of Attainment (SOA). WSQ certifications are nationally endorsed and recognized by industry partners.

Course Description

This training provides occupational knowledge and skills in the various techniques in textiles analysis and identification that are widely used in the fashion industry. It covers understanding of the various processes from fiber to finished fabric cum the various spinning, weaving, knitting, dyeing, printing and finishing processes. This fundamental knowledge helps participant identify potential risks involved in using selected fabric at the different stages of design, production and marketing.  In turn, the knowledge and skills will empowered the participant the right attitude towards trouble shooting and problem solving in the fashion industry related to textiles limitations.
This unit is delivered through lecture, demonstration and hands-on activities. 

Course Objectives –

• Describe the processes from yarns to fabric
• Differentiate between knits and woven, and to identify a variety of fabrics
• Understand the weaving, knitting, dyeing, finishing and printing processes
• Comprehend the various types of fabric defects
• Knowing the latest in color evaluation
• Using the pick glass and fabric cutter to determine the fabric specifications
• Evaluate the process of garment wet processing and its associated problems
• To understand the common intrinsic characteristics and problems of certain production processes in textiles, thus providing the platform for problems analysis
• To enhance trouble-shooting and problem solving skills
• To be a better informed buyer/purchaser of materials and apparel
• To encourage group or organizational learning via sharing of experience and discussions
  
  

Who Should attend

• Assistant Merchandisers to Merchandise Managers
• Marketing Executives and Managers
• Product Development Executives and Managers
• Sourcing Executives and Managers
• QA Auditors, QC Inspectors and QA/QC Managers
• Assistant Designers and Designers
• Assistant Buyers and Buyers
• Industrial Engineers, Work Study Officers
• Tailors
• Laundry Operators