UPMSP Vocational Dressmaking & Decoration study plan

Distinguish natural, regenerated and synthetic fibre families and state two performance properties and one care caution for each

Identify plain, twill and satin weaves from fabric swatches and explain how weave direction affects grain line and drape

Take and record a full set of 12 body measurements on a partner using correct landmark points and a measurement chart

Draft a basic bodice block to personal measurements with correct seam and wearing ease allowances

Label every pattern piece with grain line, fold line, notches and balance marks

Draft a sleeve block and a skirt block from the bodice and skirt measurements and true the seams

Grade one pattern piece up and down by one size and explain the pivot versus shift grading methods

Lay out pattern pieces on fabric respecting grain, nap and directional prints and calculate fabric consumption for two widths

Cut a muslin toile of the bodice and sleeve and mark all transfer points with tailor tacks

Identify and correct three common fitting faults visible on the toile

Operate and thread the industrial single-needle lockstitch machine and set tension on three fabric weights

Sew and press five seam types: plain, French, flat fell, lapped and overlocked, to a tolerance of 3 mm

Construct a sample set of darts, tucks, pleats, gathers and a set-in sleeve with correct ease distribution

Attach a concealed zip, a centred zip and a machine buttonhole at the required standard

Explain the purpose of stay stitching, under stitching and clipping curves

Construct a complete skirt or kameez from cut fabric to finished hem within a timed session

Apply interfacing to the correct areas and explain fusible versus sew-in choice by fabric

Fit the garment on a live model and adjust side seams, waistline and hem level

Finish the hem with an appropriate technique and press the completed garment

Write a construction order sheet for the garment listing every operation in sequence

Work five hand-embroidery stitches on a sampler and state the traditional use of each

Demonstrate three surface embellishment techniques such as applique, mirror work and beadwork on a fabric panel

Prepare fabric for embellishment by marking the design, choosing the correct needle and hoop tension

Apply a decorative border to a garment edge and finish the reverse side cleanly

Compare the time and material cost of hand versus machine embellishment for a small order

Run a 10-point final inspection on two finished garments and record defects with severity ratings

Correct two identified defects and document the rework method used

Read and interpret five common care label symbols and match them to fibre care requirements

Demonstrate stain removal on three stain types using correct reagents and blotting technique

Set up a maintenance schedule for the sewing machine covering oiling, needle change and belt check

Cost one garment fully, separating material, labour, overhead and profit margin, and set a selling price

Prepare a break-even calculation for a small production batch of 20 pieces

Draft a simple order form and measurement record card a customer would sign

Identify five workshop hazards and state the control measure for each

List the safety rules for the overlock machine, iron and cutting shears

Complete a full project garment from measurement to final inspection within a set time limit

Take two timed mock tests covering all eight domains and score at least 70 percent on each

Review every wrong answer and write the correct fact with its source in a revision sheet

Present the project garment with its pattern, cost sheet and inspection report as a portfolio

Recite the key safety, costing and care facts from memory without notes