1.) Explain the use and care of basic hand tools and notions used in tailoring.

2.) Demonstrate basic hand-stitching skills used in shops and design houses.

3.) Apply principles of design in selecting and designing clothing and accessories.

4.) Operate industrial and general-purpose sewing machines used in a tailoring business.

5.) Demonstrate pressing techniques.

6.) Utilize technology and information technology that impacts tailoring and the tailoring business.

7.) Demonstrate correct measuring procedures for fitting, altering, and customizing apparel.

8.) Describe origins, properties, qualities, and drapability of natural and manufactured fabrics.

9.) Analyze fabric finishes for use, appearance, and performance to determine the appropriate finish for tailoring specific garments.

10.) Contrast differences in pattern drafting and pattern draping.

11.) Explain how pattern size is determined.

12.) Compare the use of printed patterns to draping.

13.) Explain correct procedures for fitting and altering garments.

14.) Construct a variety of garments including slacks, vests, skirts, shirts, and jackets.

15.) Analyze the organizational structure of a tailoring business for its systematic performance and practice of ethical and legal responsibilities.

16.) Demonstrate effective communication skills used to enhance customer relationships.

17.) Practice safe and healthy standards in operating a tailoring business.

18.) Explain the importance of goal setting and teamwork in the operation of a tailoring business.

19.) Create a budget for personal financial stability.

20.) Determine factors to consider in developing an effective career plan and procedures for obtaining employment in tailoring.