- Description
- Work Activities
- Abilities
- Interests
- Knowledge
- Wages
- Skills
- Work Values
- Work Styles
- Related Degrees
- Work Context
- Task Ratings
- Education
Job Description: Draw and construct sets of precision master fabric patterns or layouts. May also mark and cut fabrics and apparel.
Fabric and Apparel Patternmakers spend a lot of their time Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work. They are naturally good at Visualization, Originality, Category Flexibility, and Oral Expression. Fabric and Apparel Patternmakers are typically characterized as being Realistic and Artistic. They are usually very knowledgable about Design, Production and Processing, and Clerical and are skilled at Active Listening and Active Learning.
Work Activities
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
Thinking Creatively
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
Getting Information
Interacting With Computers
Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment
Scheduling Work and Activities
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
Making Decisions and Solving Problems
Processing Information
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
Documenting/Recording Information
Handling and Moving Objects
Developing Objectives and Strategies
Analyzing Data or Information
Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others
Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material
Training and Teaching Others
Communicating with Persons Outside Organization
Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates
Provide Consultation and Advice to Others
Assisting and Caring for Others
Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards
Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information
Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others
Coaching and Developing Others
Performing Administrative Activities
Controlling Machines and Processes
Developing and Building Teams
Monitoring and Controlling Resources
Performing General Physical Activities
Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment
Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment
Selling or Influencing Others
Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment
Staffing Organizational Units
Performing for or Working Directly with the Public
Abilities
Visualization
Originality
Category Flexibility
Oral Expression
Near Vision
Fluency of Ideas
Information Ordering
Oral Comprehension
Arm-Hand Steadiness
Deductive Reasoning
Problem Sensitivity
Finger Dexterity
Inductive Reasoning
Written Comprehension
Flexibility of Closure
Visual Color Discrimination
Number Facility
Mathematical Reasoning
Perceptual Speed
Far Vision
Selective Attention
Manual Dexterity
Speech Recognition
Control Precision
Written Expression
Speed of Closure
Time Sharing
Speech Clarity
Memorization
Wrist-Finger Speed
Depth Perception
Trunk Strength
Multilimb Coordination
Auditory Attention
Hearing Sensitivity
Static Strength
Reaction Time
Extent Flexibility
Gross Body Coordination
Response Orientation
Dynamic Strength
Rate Control
Stamina
Gross Body Equilibrium
Interests
Realistic
Artistic
Conventional
Enterprising
Investigative
Social
Knowledge
Design
Production and Processing
Clerical
Administration and Management
Mathematics
English Language
Education and Training
Computers and Electronics
Engineering and Technology
Personnel and Human Resources
Foreign Language
Economics and Accounting
Customer and Personal Service
Mechanical
Public Safety and Security
Psychology
Transportation
Wages
New York
$65,150
California
$40,860
Pennsylvania
$39,600
New Jersey
$36,060
Massachusetts
$35,730
Colorado
$34,820
Illinois
$34,680
North Carolina
$34,210
Mississippi
$33,580
Iowa
$33,110
Indiana
$32,850
Florida
$30,160
Oregon
$30,090
Arizona
$29,820
Washington
$28,660
Maryland
$28,620
Michigan
$28,490
Texas
$28,130
Wisconsin
$24,030
Tennessee
$24,020
Alabama
$21,550
Georgia
$18,270
Puerto Rico
$17,030
Skills
Active Listening
Active Learning
Reading Comprehension
Mathematics
Critical Thinking
Quality Control Analysis
Complex Problem Solving
Time Management
Monitoring
Judgment and Decision Making
Operations Analysis
Speaking
Coordination
Operation Monitoring
Instructing
Learning Strategies
Social Perceptiveness
Operation and Control
Service Orientation
Writing
Persuasion
Systems Analysis
Negotiation
Systems Evaluation
Troubleshooting
Management of Personnel Resources
Management of Material Resources
Technology Design
Management of Financial Resources
Programming
Work Values
Relationships
Support
Working Conditions
Independence
Achievement
Recognition
Work Styles
Cooperation
Attention to Detail
Achievement/Effort
Initiative
Persistence
Dependability
Self Control
Innovation
Integrity
Stress Tolerance
Independence
Adaptability/Flexibility
Concern for Others
Social Orientation
Analytical Thinking
Leadership
Related University Degree Programs
Work Context
Indoors, Environmentally Controlled
Face-to-Face Discussions
Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
Telephone
Work With Work Group or Team
Structured versus Unstructured Work
Time Pressure
Freedom to Make Decisions
Electronic Mail
Contact With Others
Letters and Memos
Level of Competition
Coordinate or Lead Others
Importance of Repeating Same Tasks
Frequency of Decision Making
Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions
Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls
Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results
Spend Time Sitting
Responsibility for Outcomes and Results
Physical Proximity
Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable
Spend Time Standing
Frequency of Conflict Situations
Responsible for Others' Health and Safety
Degree of Automation
Consequence of Error
Duration of Typical Work Week
Spend Time Walking and Running
Exposed to Contaminants
Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People
Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment
Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body
Exposed to Hazardous Equipment
Deal With External Customers
Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings
Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting
Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions
Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled
Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets
Public Speaking
Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling
Exposed to Disease or Infections
Exposed to High Places
Very Hot or Cold Temperatures
Work Schedules
Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles
Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance
Exposed to Hazardous Conditions
Deal With Physically Aggressive People
Exposed to Radiation
In an Open Vehicle or Equipment
Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection
Outdoors, Exposed to Weather
Exposed to Whole Body Vibration
In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment
Outdoors, Under Cover
-40 hours-
Duration of Typical Work Week
-A lot of freedom-
Structured versus Unstructured Work
Freedom to Make Decisions
-About half the time-
Spend Time Standing
Spend Time Sitting
Spend Time Walking and Running
Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling
Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body
Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions
Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls
Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles
Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance
-Completely automated-
Degree of Automation
-Constant contact with others-
Contact With Others
-Contact with others about half the time-
Contact With Others
-Contact with others most of the time-
Contact With Others
-Continually or almost continually-
Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls
Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions
Spend Time Standing
Spend Time Sitting
Spend Time Walking and Running
Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body
Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance
Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling
Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles
-Every day-
Indoors, Environmentally Controlled
Face-to-Face Discussions
Telephone
Electronic Mail
Time Pressure
Frequency of Decision Making
Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable
Exposed to Contaminants
Letters and Memos
Exposed to Hazardous Equipment
Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting
Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled
Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings
Exposed to High Places
Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets
Frequency of Conflict Situations
In an Open Vehicle or Equipment
Exposed to Disease or Infections
Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection
Outdoors, Exposed to Weather
Exposed to Whole Body Vibration
In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment
Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People
Outdoors, Under Cover
Very Hot or Cold Temperatures
Exposed to Radiation
Public Speaking
Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions
Exposed to Hazardous Conditions
Deal With Physically Aggressive People
-Extremely competitive-
Level of Competition
-Extremely important-
Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
Work With Work Group or Team
Importance of Repeating Same Tasks
Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment
Coordinate or Lead Others
Deal With External Customers
-Extremely serious-
Consequence of Error
-Fairly important-
Deal With External Customers
Coordinate or Lead Others
Importance of Repeating Same Tasks
Work With Work Group or Team
Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment
Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
-Fairly serious-
Consequence of Error
-High responsibility-
Responsibility for Outcomes and Results
Responsible for Others' Health and Safety
-Highly automated-
Degree of Automation
-Highly competitive-
Level of Competition
-I don't work near other people (beyond 100 ft.)-
Physical Proximity
-I work with others but not closely (e.g., private office)-
Physical Proximity
-Important-
Coordinate or Lead Others
Importance of Repeating Same Tasks
Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment
Work With Work Group or Team
Deal With External Customers
-Important results-
Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results
-Irregular (changes with weather conditions, production demands, or contract duration)-
Work Schedules
-Less than 40 hours-
Duration of Typical Work Week
-Less than half the time-
Spend Time Walking and Running
Spend Time Standing
Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls
Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions
Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body
Spend Time Sitting
Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles
Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance
Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling
-Limited freedom-
Freedom to Make Decisions
Structured versus Unstructured Work
-Limited responsibility-
Responsible for Others' Health and Safety
Responsibility for Outcomes and Results
-Minor results-
Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results
-Moderate responsibility-
Responsible for Others' Health and Safety
Responsibility for Outcomes and Results
-Moderate results-
Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results
-Moderately automated-
Degree of Automation
-Moderately close (at arm's length)-
Physical Proximity
-Moderately competitive-
Level of Competition
-More than 40 hours-
Duration of Typical Work Week
-More than half the time-
Spend Time Sitting
Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions
Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body
Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls
Spend Time Walking and Running
Spend Time Standing
Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling
Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles
Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance
-Never-
Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection
Outdoors, Exposed to Weather
Exposed to Whole Body Vibration
In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment
Outdoors, Under Cover
Exposed to Radiation
In an Open Vehicle or Equipment
Deal With Physically Aggressive People
Exposed to High Places
Exposed to Hazardous Conditions
Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance
Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles
Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets
Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled
Public Speaking
Very Hot or Cold Temperatures
Exposed to Disease or Infections
Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling
Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions
Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting
Exposed to Hazardous Equipment
Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings
Exposed to Contaminants
Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body
Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People
Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable
Frequency of Decision Making
Electronic Mail
Spend Time Sitting
Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls
Spend Time Walking and Running
Letters and Memos
Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions
Frequency of Conflict Situations
Telephone
Indoors, Environmentally Controlled
Time Pressure
Face-to-Face Discussions
Spend Time Standing
-No contact with others-
Contact With Others
-No freedom-
Structured versus Unstructured Work
Freedom to Make Decisions
-No responsibility-
Responsibility for Outcomes and Results
Responsible for Others' Health and Safety
-No results-
Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results
-Not at all automated-
Degree of Automation
-Not at all competitive-
Level of Competition
-Not important at all-
Deal With External Customers
Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment
Importance of Repeating Same Tasks
Coordinate or Lead Others
Work With Work Group or Team
Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
-Not serious at all-
Consequence of Error
-Occasional contact with others-
Contact With Others
-Once a month or more but not every week-
Frequency of Conflict Situations
Time Pressure
Letters and Memos
Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People
Frequency of Decision Making
Exposed to Hazardous Equipment
Telephone
Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions
Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings
Face-to-Face Discussions
Exposed to Disease or Infections
Exposed to Contaminants
Electronic Mail
Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable
Public Speaking
Exposed to High Places
Outdoors, Under Cover
Very Hot or Cold Temperatures
Exposed to Radiation
Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets
Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled
Exposed to Hazardous Conditions
Deal With Physically Aggressive People
In an Open Vehicle or Equipment
Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting
Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection
Outdoors, Exposed to Weather
Exposed to Whole Body Vibration
Indoors, Environmentally Controlled
In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment
-Once a week or more but not every day-
Letters and Memos
Time Pressure
Frequency of Decision Making
Frequency of Conflict Situations
Telephone
Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable
Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People
Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions
Electronic Mail
Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets
Exposed to Contaminants
Public Speaking
Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled
Indoors, Environmentally Controlled
Exposed to Hazardous Equipment
Face-to-Face Discussions
Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings
Exposed to Hazardous Conditions
Deal With Physically Aggressive People
In an Open Vehicle or Equipment
Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting
Exposed to Disease or Infections
Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection
Outdoors, Exposed to Weather
Exposed to Whole Body Vibration
In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment
Exposed to High Places
Outdoors, Under Cover
Very Hot or Cold Temperatures
Exposed to Radiation
-Once a year or more but not every month-
Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People
Frequency of Conflict Situations
Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable
Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings
Very Hot or Cold Temperatures
Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting
Exposed to Contaminants
Exposed to Disease or Infections
Public Speaking
Electronic Mail
Exposed to Hazardous Conditions
Letters and Memos
Frequency of Decision Making
Deal With Physically Aggressive People
Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions
Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets
In an Open Vehicle or Equipment
Outdoors, Exposed to Weather
Time Pressure
Exposed to Whole Body Vibration
Exposed to Hazardous Equipment
Face-to-Face Discussions
Indoors, Environmentally Controlled
In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment
Exposed to High Places
Outdoors, Under Cover
Exposed to Radiation
Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled
Telephone
Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection
-Regular (established routine, set schedule)-
Work Schedules
-Seasonal (only during certain times of the year)-
Work Schedules
-Serious-
Consequence of Error
-Slightly automated-
Degree of Automation
-Slightly close (e.g., shared office)-
Physical Proximity
-Slightly competitive-
Level of Competition
-Some freedom-
Structured versus Unstructured Work
Freedom to Make Decisions
-Very close (near touching)-
Physical Proximity
-Very high responsibility-
Responsibility for Outcomes and Results
Responsible for Others' Health and Safety
-Very important-
Coordinate or Lead Others
Importance of Repeating Same Tasks
Work With Work Group or Team
Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
Deal With External Customers
Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment
-Very important results-
Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results
-Very little freedom-
Structured versus Unstructured Work
Freedom to Make Decisions
-Very serious-
Consequence of Error
Task Ratings
- Importance Core-
Test patterns by making and fitting sample garments.
Draw details on outlined parts to indicate where parts are to be joined, as well as the positions of pleats, pockets, buttonholes, and other features, using computers or drafting instruments.
Determine the best layout of pattern pieces to minimize waste of material, and mark fabric accordingly.
Create a master pattern for each size within a range of garment sizes, using charts, drafting instruments, computers, and/or grading devices.
Draw outlines of pattern parts by adapting or copying existing patterns, or by drafting new patterns.
Create a paper pattern from which to mass-produce a design concept.
Position and cut out master or sample patterns, using scissors and knives, or print out copies of patterns, using computers.
Discuss design specifications with designers, and convert their original models of garments into patterns of separate parts that can be laid out on a length of fabric.
Mark samples and finished patterns with information such as garment size, section, style, identification, and sewing instructions.
Compute dimensions of patterns according to sizes, considering stretching of material.
Examine sketches, sample articles, and design specifications to determine quantities, shapes, and sizes of pattern parts, and to determine the amount of material or fabric required to make a product.
Trace outlines of paper onto cardboard patterns, and cut patterns into parts to make templates.
- Importance Supplemental-
Trace outlines of specified patterns onto material, and cut fabric using scissors.
- Relevance of Task Core-
Draw details on outlined parts to indicate where parts are to be joined, as well as the positions of pleats, pockets, buttonholes, and other features, using computers or drafting instruments.
Mark samples and finished patterns with information such as garment size, section, style, identification, and sewing instructions.
Draw outlines of pattern parts by adapting or copying existing patterns, or by drafting new patterns.
Position and cut out master or sample patterns, using scissors and knives, or print out copies of patterns, using computers.
Discuss design specifications with designers, and convert their original models of garments into patterns of separate parts that can be laid out on a length of fabric.
Create a paper pattern from which to mass-produce a design concept.
Test patterns by making and fitting sample garments.
Examine sketches, sample articles, and design specifications to determine quantities, shapes, and sizes of pattern parts, and to determine the amount of material or fabric required to make a product.
Determine the best layout of pattern pieces to minimize waste of material, and mark fabric accordingly.
Trace outlines of paper onto cardboard patterns, and cut patterns into parts to make templates.
Compute dimensions of patterns according to sizes, considering stretching of material.
Create a master pattern for each size within a range of garment sizes, using charts, drafting instruments, computers, and/or grading devices.
- Relevance of Task Supplemental-
Trace outlines of specified patterns onto material, and cut fabric using scissors.
-Daily Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Core-
Discuss design specifications with designers, and convert their original models of garments into patterns of separate parts that can be laid out on a length of fabric.
Position and cut out master or sample patterns, using scissors and knives, or print out copies of patterns, using computers.
Examine sketches, sample articles, and design specifications to determine quantities, shapes, and sizes of pattern parts, and to determine the amount of material or fabric required to make a product.
Create a paper pattern from which to mass-produce a design concept.
Compute dimensions of patterns according to sizes, considering stretching of material.
Test patterns by making and fitting sample garments.
Draw outlines of pattern parts by adapting or copying existing patterns, or by drafting new patterns.
Mark samples and finished patterns with information such as garment size, section, style, identification, and sewing instructions.
Determine the best layout of pattern pieces to minimize waste of material, and mark fabric accordingly.
Create a master pattern for each size within a range of garment sizes, using charts, drafting instruments, computers, and/or grading devices.
Draw details on outlined parts to indicate where parts are to be joined, as well as the positions of pleats, pockets, buttonholes, and other features, using computers or drafting instruments.
Trace outlines of paper onto cardboard patterns, and cut patterns into parts to make templates.
-Daily Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Supplemental-
Trace outlines of specified patterns onto material, and cut fabric using scissors.
-Hourly or more Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Core-
Draw details on outlined parts to indicate where parts are to be joined, as well as the positions of pleats, pockets, buttonholes, and other features, using computers or drafting instruments.
Position and cut out master or sample patterns, using scissors and knives, or print out copies of patterns, using computers.
Create a paper pattern from which to mass-produce a design concept.
Discuss design specifications with designers, and convert their original models of garments into patterns of separate parts that can be laid out on a length of fabric.
Draw outlines of pattern parts by adapting or copying existing patterns, or by drafting new patterns.
Mark samples and finished patterns with information such as garment size, section, style, identification, and sewing instructions.
Determine the best layout of pattern pieces to minimize waste of material, and mark fabric accordingly.
Examine sketches, sample articles, and design specifications to determine quantities, shapes, and sizes of pattern parts, and to determine the amount of material or fabric required to make a product.
Compute dimensions of patterns according to sizes, considering stretching of material.
Test patterns by making and fitting sample garments.
Create a master pattern for each size within a range of garment sizes, using charts, drafting instruments, computers, and/or grading devices.
Trace outlines of paper onto cardboard patterns, and cut patterns into parts to make templates.
-Hourly or more Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Supplemental-
Trace outlines of specified patterns onto material, and cut fabric using scissors.
-More than monthly Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Core-
Examine sketches, sample articles, and design specifications to determine quantities, shapes, and sizes of pattern parts, and to determine the amount of material or fabric required to make a product.
Determine the best layout of pattern pieces to minimize waste of material, and mark fabric accordingly.
Create a master pattern for each size within a range of garment sizes, using charts, drafting instruments, computers, and/or grading devices.
Trace outlines of paper onto cardboard patterns, and cut patterns into parts to make templates.
Test patterns by making and fitting sample garments.
Create a paper pattern from which to mass-produce a design concept.
Compute dimensions of patterns according to sizes, considering stretching of material.
Draw details on outlined parts to indicate where parts are to be joined, as well as the positions of pleats, pockets, buttonholes, and other features, using computers or drafting instruments.
Discuss design specifications with designers, and convert their original models of garments into patterns of separate parts that can be laid out on a length of fabric.
Draw outlines of pattern parts by adapting or copying existing patterns, or by drafting new patterns.
Mark samples and finished patterns with information such as garment size, section, style, identification, and sewing instructions.
Position and cut out master or sample patterns, using scissors and knives, or print out copies of patterns, using computers.
-More than monthly Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Supplemental-
Trace outlines of specified patterns onto material, and cut fabric using scissors.
-More than weekly Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Core-
Trace outlines of paper onto cardboard patterns, and cut patterns into parts to make templates.
Compute dimensions of patterns according to sizes, considering stretching of material.
Draw details on outlined parts to indicate where parts are to be joined, as well as the positions of pleats, pockets, buttonholes, and other features, using computers or drafting instruments.
Position and cut out master or sample patterns, using scissors and knives, or print out copies of patterns, using computers.
Draw outlines of pattern parts by adapting or copying existing patterns, or by drafting new patterns.
Examine sketches, sample articles, and design specifications to determine quantities, shapes, and sizes of pattern parts, and to determine the amount of material or fabric required to make a product.
Test patterns by making and fitting sample garments.
Discuss design specifications with designers, and convert their original models of garments into patterns of separate parts that can be laid out on a length of fabric.
Create a master pattern for each size within a range of garment sizes, using charts, drafting instruments, computers, and/or grading devices.
Create a paper pattern from which to mass-produce a design concept.
Mark samples and finished patterns with information such as garment size, section, style, identification, and sewing instructions.
Determine the best layout of pattern pieces to minimize waste of material, and mark fabric accordingly.
-More than weekly Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Supplemental-
Trace outlines of specified patterns onto material, and cut fabric using scissors.
-More than yearly Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Core-
Trace outlines of paper onto cardboard patterns, and cut patterns into parts to make templates.
Create a master pattern for each size within a range of garment sizes, using charts, drafting instruments, computers, and/or grading devices.
Mark samples and finished patterns with information such as garment size, section, style, identification, and sewing instructions.
Examine sketches, sample articles, and design specifications to determine quantities, shapes, and sizes of pattern parts, and to determine the amount of material or fabric required to make a product.
Draw details on outlined parts to indicate where parts are to be joined, as well as the positions of pleats, pockets, buttonholes, and other features, using computers or drafting instruments.
Determine the best layout of pattern pieces to minimize waste of material, and mark fabric accordingly.
Compute dimensions of patterns according to sizes, considering stretching of material.
Test patterns by making and fitting sample garments.
Draw outlines of pattern parts by adapting or copying existing patterns, or by drafting new patterns.
Create a paper pattern from which to mass-produce a design concept.
Discuss design specifications with designers, and convert their original models of garments into patterns of separate parts that can be laid out on a length of fabric.
Position and cut out master or sample patterns, using scissors and knives, or print out copies of patterns, using computers.
-More than yearly Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Supplemental-
Trace outlines of specified patterns onto material, and cut fabric using scissors.
-Several times daily Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Core-
Test patterns by making and fitting sample garments.
Mark samples and finished patterns with information such as garment size, section, style, identification, and sewing instructions.
Draw outlines of pattern parts by adapting or copying existing patterns, or by drafting new patterns.
Compute dimensions of patterns according to sizes, considering stretching of material.
Determine the best layout of pattern pieces to minimize waste of material, and mark fabric accordingly.
Create a master pattern for each size within a range of garment sizes, using charts, drafting instruments, computers, and/or grading devices.
Draw details on outlined parts to indicate where parts are to be joined, as well as the positions of pleats, pockets, buttonholes, and other features, using computers or drafting instruments.
Create a paper pattern from which to mass-produce a design concept.
Position and cut out master or sample patterns, using scissors and knives, or print out copies of patterns, using computers.
Discuss design specifications with designers, and convert their original models of garments into patterns of separate parts that can be laid out on a length of fabric.
Examine sketches, sample articles, and design specifications to determine quantities, shapes, and sizes of pattern parts, and to determine the amount of material or fabric required to make a product.
Trace outlines of paper onto cardboard patterns, and cut patterns into parts to make templates.
-Several times daily Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Supplemental-
Trace outlines of specified patterns onto material, and cut fabric using scissors.
-Yearly or less Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Core-
Trace outlines of paper onto cardboard patterns, and cut patterns into parts to make templates.
Discuss design specifications with designers, and convert their original models of garments into patterns of separate parts that can be laid out on a length of fabric.
Create a master pattern for each size within a range of garment sizes, using charts, drafting instruments, computers, and/or grading devices.
Create a paper pattern from which to mass-produce a design concept.
Position and cut out master or sample patterns, using scissors and knives, or print out copies of patterns, using computers.
Determine the best layout of pattern pieces to minimize waste of material, and mark fabric accordingly.
Examine sketches, sample articles, and design specifications to determine quantities, shapes, and sizes of pattern parts, and to determine the amount of material or fabric required to make a product.
Draw outlines of pattern parts by adapting or copying existing patterns, or by drafting new patterns.
Draw details on outlined parts to indicate where parts are to be joined, as well as the positions of pleats, pockets, buttonholes, and other features, using computers or drafting instruments.
Mark samples and finished patterns with information such as garment size, section, style, identification, and sewing instructions.
Compute dimensions of patterns according to sizes, considering stretching of material.
Test patterns by making and fitting sample garments.
-Yearly or less Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Supplemental-
Trace outlines of specified patterns onto material, and cut fabric using scissors.
Education Training Experience
-On-Site or In-Plant Training-
None
Up to and including 1 month
Over 1 month, up to and including 3 months
Over 3 months, up to and including 6 months
Over 6 months, up to and including 1 year
Over 1 year, up to and including 2 years
Over 2 years, up to and including 4 years
Over 10 years
-On-the-Job Training-
None or short demonstration
Over 1 month, up to and including 3 months
Over 3 months, up to and including 6 months
Over 6 months, up to and including 1 year
Over 1 year, up to and including 2 years
Over 2 years, up to and including 4 years
Over 4 years, up to and including 10 years
Over 10 years
-Related Work Experience-
None
Over 6 months, up to and including 1 year
Over 1 year, up to and including 2 years
Over 2 years, up to and including 4 years
Over 4 years, up to and including 6 years
Over 6 years, up to and including 8 years
Over 8 years, up to and including 10 years
Over 10 years
-Required Level of Education-
High School Diploma (or GED or High School Equivalence Certificate)
Post-Secondary Certificate - awarded for training completed after high school (for example, in Personnel Services, Engineering-related Technologies, Vocational Home Economics, Construction Trades, Mechanics and Repairers, Precision Production Trades)
Some College Courses
Associate's Degree (or other 2-year degree)