JCE Clothing and Textiles study plan

Classify natural and manufactured fibres by origin, generic name and key physical properties, and build a one-page comparison table from memory

Explain staple versus filament yarn structure and how twist direction and twist level affect yarn strength, smoothness and pilling

Distinguish the three basic weaves, plus knit, nonwoven and bonded structures, and match each to a named end use

Calculate yarn count conversions and fabric weight (gsm) from given specimen data

Identify the standard commercial names, care behaviour and blending rationale for the main manufactured fibres

Describe the sequence and purpose of the preparatory, colouring and finishing stages in textile production

Compare mechanical and chemical finishes and state the property each one changes

Explain how dye-fibre affinity governs choice of dye class for cotton, wool, polyester and acrylic

Distinguish direct, resist, discharge and pigment printing methods and the visual evidence each leaves on cloth

Measure a live body accurately for at least 12 key dimensions and record them on a standard measurement chart

Draft a basic bodice block to individual measurements, including darts, seam allowance and grainline

Explain the purpose of a toile and list three fit adjustments revealed by it

Adapt the basic block into at least two styles using slash-and-spread and pivot methods

Identify the parts and functions of a domestic sewing machine and an overlocker, and demonstrate correct threading and tension setting

Select needle size, thread type and stitch length for light, medium and heavy fabrics with justification

Describe seam types, seam finishes and pressing requirements for each fabric weight

Sequence the construction of a garment from cutting to final press, justifying the order of operations

Execute at least four closure and detail techniques: lapped zip, invisible zip, buttonhole, and a set-in sleeve

Apply interfacing and stabilisers correctly to collars, cuffs and facings and explain the effect on shape retention

Diagnose and correct three common construction faults such as puckered seams, skipped stitches and dragged lining

Interpret care label symbols and map fibre type to washing temperature, drying method and ironing limit

Explain the causes and treatments for at least five laundry problems including shrinkage, colour bleeding, felting and static

Apply the colour wheel to describe schemes (complementary, analogous, triadic) and explain simultaneous contrast and after-image effects

Draw a croquis figure with at least three fashion poses and render one fabric texture convincingly

Build a full cost sheet for a garment covering fabric consumption, trims, labour, overhead and margin, and calculate a selling price

Explain how fibre price, import duty, quota, currency movement and fast-fashion demand shift textile economics

Compare at least four eco-labels and certifications and state what each actually verifies

List the main health and safety hazards in a sewing room and garment factory, with a control for each

Outline the principles of fair trade, worker welfare and traceability in the supply chain

Sit two full-length timed mock papers under exam conditions and record domain-by-domain scores

Re-teach your two weakest domains using your own notes and sample book, without rereading the original text

Produce a one-page condensed revision sheet per domain for final recall

Practise 40 rapid-fire definition and calculation items to build speed