Certificate III in Clothing and Textile Production - MST30119

Course Overview

Average Course Fee: $4237

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Average Course Duration: 19 Months

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Description

This qualification covers the skills and knowledge required to perform specialised production or multi-skilled operations and supervision roles within the textiles and clothing production environment.

Work outcomes require the ability to operate equipment and take responsibility for specialist production machines or processes where the work is mostly repetitive and predictable and the emphasis is on safety, efficiency, process control and problem solving.

No occupational licensing or certification requirements exist at the time of publication.

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Student Outcomes

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Satisfied with Training

Percentage of graduates in the Engineering and Related Technologies field who were satisfied with the training (Certificate III).

Improved Work Status

Percentage of graduates in the Engineering and Related Technologies field who started/expanded a business or who have a new job, more highly skilled work, a promotion or higher pay (Certificate III).

Salary

The middle of the range of salaries earned by graduates in the Engineering and Related Technologies field starting their first ever full-time job after graduating (Certificate III).

Jobs

Graduates of the Engineering and Related Technologies field (Certificate III) are most often employed as:

56.4%

Technicians and Trades Workers

14.5%

Machinery Operators and Drivers

13.5%

Labourers

Industries

Graduates of the Engineering and Related Technologies field (Certificate III) are most often employed in:

23.4%

Construction

18.7%

Other Services

12.7%

Manufacturing

All statistics are supplied by the National Centre for Vocational Education Research.

Financial Assistance

The federal, state and territory governments provide financial incentives and support for vocational education and training students to help them gain the skills required to secure and maintain rewarding and sustainable employment.

There are programs for all kinds of students; apprentices and trainees, new job starters, those re-entering the workforce, retraining for a new job or upgrading their skills for an existing job.

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Subsidised Training

The following highlighted state and territory governments dedicate funds to reduce or, in some cases, fully cover tuition fees for VET students who wish to study this course. Please check with your preferred training provider to see if you are eligible.
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VET Student Loans

Certain courses are eligible for a VET Student Loan from the Australian Government to assist students with paying tuition fees. The initial debt amount (including the loan fee, if applicable) plus indexation must be paid back once the loan recipient starts earning over a certain amount. Compulsory repayment threshold information is available on the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) website.

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Career Information

Career development is the ongoing process of managing your life, learning and work. It involves developing the skills and knowledge that enable you to plan and make informed decisions about your education, training and career choices.

Textiles, Clothing and Footwear Career Pathway

Certificate III in Clothing and Textile Production is in the Engineering and Related Technologies Field of Education. For more information about this kind of career, you can explore Textiles, Clothing and Footwear.

Stream

Textile Fabrication & Production

Clothing Production

Certificate II

Certificate III

Certificate IV

Textile Design Team Leader

Sample Machinist

Diploma

Advanced Diploma

Other courses in this pathway

Stream

Footwear Production and Repair

Leather Production

Millinery

Dry Cleaning & Laundry Operations

Fashion & Textile Design & Merchandising

Certificate II

Milliner's Assistant

Laundry Operator

Fashion Design Assistant

Certificate III

Leather Goods Machinist

Milliner

Hospital Laundry Supervisor

Certificate IV

Diploma

Advanced Diploma

Note: Information provided as a guide only. Chart developed by the Australian Apprenticeships & Traineeships Information Service (aapathways.com.au). Information in this chart may be reproduced with acknowledgement of its source: "The Australian Apprenticeships & Traineeships Information Service (aapathways.com.au/jpc) funded by the Australian Government Department of Employment and Workplace Relations".

Australian Apprenticeships

Australian Apprenticeships (also known as apprenticeships and traineeships) combine work with training in a nationally recognised qualification. Australian Apprenticeships are available to anyone of working age and offer opportunities to learn new skills and be paid in over 500 different jobs.

This qualification is available as an Australian Apprenticeship in the states and territories highlighted in blue on the map. For more information go to the Australian Apprenticeships Pathways website.

Australian Apprenticeships Pathways

Units & Packaging

Total number of units = 19

5 core units of competency

14 elective units of competency, consisting of:

at least 6 units from the specialist electives list (Group A, B and/or C)

the remaining 8 units may be selected in any combination as below:

units not already selected from Group A or B

at least 4 units from Group C general electives

a maximum of 4relevant units from other qualifications in this Training Package, other endorsed Training Packages and accredited courses where those units are available at Certificate II, III or IV. These units must be relevant to the work outcome and not duplicate units available within this qualification.

Packaging for Specialisations

Electives must be packaged to provide a qualification with a specialisation area as follows:

At least 6 Group A electives must be selected for award of Certificate III in Clothing and Textile Production (Textile Production)

At least 6 Group B electives must be selected for award of Certificate III in Clothing and Textile Production (Clothing Production)

Core units of competency

Select all 5units of competency from the following list.

Unit code	Unit title
MSMENV272	Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices
MSMWHS200	Work safely
MSMSUP102	Communicate in the workplace
MSS402051	Apply quality standards
MSTGN3014	Organise and plan own work to achieve planned outcomes

Specialist electives

Group A - Textile Production

Unit code	Unit title	Prerequisite unit
MSTTX3001	Identify quality and types of textile fibres, yarns and fabrics	MSTGN2013 Identify fibres, fabrics and textiles used in the TCF industry
MSTTX3002	Contribute to textile production process improvements
MSTTX3014	Set up, adjust and maintain industrial sewing machine
MSTTX3004	Set up textile production machines for product change
MSTTX3005	Organise and interpret tests
MSTTX3006	Ensure efficient operation of textile machines
MSTTX3007	Prepare dyes for textile production
MSTTX3008	Select raw materials
MSTTX3009	Operate in a complex textile production environment
MSTTX3010	Monitor textile production processes
MSTTX3011	Set up, adjust and maintain machines for TCF production
MSTGN3013	Control production in a section of a TCF enterprise

Group B - Clothing Production

Unit code	Unit title	Prerequisite unit
MSTCL3001	Identify fabric performance and handling requirements	MSTGN2013 Identify fibres, fabrics and textiles used in the TCF industry
MSTCL3002	Prepare and produce a complex whole garment from specification	MSTFD2006 Use a sewing machine for fashion design MSTGN2013 Identify fibres, fabrics and textiles used in the TCF industry
MSTCL3015	Perform garment repairs and alterations	MSTFD2006 Use a sewing machine for fashion design MSTGN2013 Identify fibres, fabrics and textiles used in the TCF industry
MSTCL3016	Press whole garments	MSTCL2024 Press work
MSTCL3005	Lay up and cut complicated fabrics and lays	MSTCL2007 Lay up, mark and cut uncomplicated fabrics and lays
MSTCL3006	Assemble bra or swimwear	MSTFD2006 Use a sewing machine for fashion design MSTGN2013 Identify fibres, fabrics and textiles used in the TCF industry
MSTCL3007	Embellish garment by hand or machine	MSTFD2006 Use a sewing machine for fashion design MSTGN2013 Identify fibres, fabrics and textiles used in the TCF industry
MSTCL3008	Set and produce digital embroidery
MSTCL3009	Develop patterns from a block using basic patternmaking principles
MSTCL3010	Sew woven and stretch knit garments	MSTFD2006 Use a sewing machine for fashion design MSTGN2013 Identify fibres, fabrics and textiles used in the TCF industry
MSTCL3011	Contribute to garment production process improvements
MSTCL3012	Make marker for complicated fabrics and lays	MSTCL2007 Lay up, mark and cut uncomplicated fabrics and lays
MSTCL3013	Interpret patterns and apply pattern information
MSTCL3014	Interact and communicate with garment production personnel
MSTFD3003	Prepare design concept for a simple garment	MSTFD2005 Identify design process for fashion designs MSTCL2011 Draw and interpret a basic sketch
MSTFD3004	Draw a trade drawing for fashion design
MSTGN3001	Control production in a section of a TCF enterprise

Group C – General Electives

Unit code	Unit title	Prerequisite unit
MEM18001	Use hand tools	MEM11011 Undertake manual handling MEM13015 Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering MEM16006 Organise and communicate information
MEM18002	Use power tools/hand held operations	MEM11011 Undertake manual handling MEM13015 Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering MEM16006 Organise and communicate information
MSMSUP106	Work in a team
MSMSUP382	Provide coaching/mentoring in the workplace
MSMENV472	Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices
MSTCL2005	Use specialised machinery or processes to assist TCF production
MSTCL2024	Press work
MSTCL2007	Lay up, mark and cut uncomplicated fabrics and lays
MSTCL2008	Finish garment production	MSTGN2013 Identify fibres, fabrics and textiles used in the TCF industry
MSTCL2011	Draw and interpret a basic sketch
MSTCL2012	Organise and plan own work in a home-based production
MSTCL2019	Sew components, complex tasks
MSTFD2005	Identify design process for fashion designs
MSTFD2006	Use a sewing machine for fashion design
MSTGN2016	Use steaming and pressing equipment in TCF production
MSTGN2017	Prepare, finish and package products for storage or dispatch
MSTGN2005	Perform minor maintenance
MSTGN2022	Perform tasks to support production
MSTGN3012	Work safely with chemicals in TCF operations
MSTGN2013	Identify fibres, fabrics and textiles used in the TCF industry
MSTGN2014	Operate computing technology in a TCF workplace
MSTGN3003	Estimate and cost job
MSTGN3015	Supervise operations in a TCF enterprise
MSTGN3016	Plan tasks to assist production operations
MSTTN2003	Use basic recognition techniques to identify technical and non-woven textiles
MSTTN2006	Identify purpose and performance outcomes of technical textile product	MSTTN2003 Use basic recognition techniques to identify technical and non-woven textiles
MSTTX2010	Perform wool quality tests
MSTTX2011	Perform wool processing machine setting
MSTTX2012	Perform wool store operations
MSTTX3013	Perform wool processing operations
PMBWASTE302	Coordinate waste disposal
TLID2010	Operate a forklift

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