Whangaparaoa College Whangaparaoa College

Year 10 Textiles Technology

10CLTX
Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Mrs D. Davies.

Recommended Prior Learning

Yr 10 Textiles builds on the skills learnt in Yr 9 Textiles 

Textiles – Print & Sew (One Semester Course - two terms)

This practical course is all about designing, printing, and sewing using the Technology Design Process. You’ll learn how to make your own garments and accessories using textile fabrics and fabric printing techniques.

Learners will:

  • Learn how to read and use patterns

  • Sew a garment using stretch fabric

  • Explore fabric printing methods like sublimation and direct-to-fabric printing

  • Create your own unique print design

  • Finish the course with garment/items that you’ve designed and made yourself

Garments:

Pēke taura (Drawstring Bag) with personal print using a sublimation printer, 

Tīhāte (Tee-shirt) with unique design print using direct to fabric printer

 Other possible small projects could include: sweatpants, toilet bag


Learning Areas:

Technology


Pathway

Level 1 Food Technology, Level 1 Hospitality, Level 1 Materials Technology, Level 1 Textiles

Career Pathways

Patternmaker, Tailor/Dressmaker, Cutter, Fashion Designer, Sewing Machinist, Jeweller, Make-up Artist, Model, Photographer, Garment Technician



			
					
					Course Contribution and Equipment (this value is only indicative)
										
$65

Materials and printed booklet