Macrame MQF 1

Entry Requirements

No specific entry requirements are needed for this level.

Duration

30-week course with 3 contact hours per week.

Learning outcomes

Expected learning outcomes for this course include:

 Knowledge:
• Identify and use essential macrame tools; such as measuring tape, scissors, board support, large T-headed pins, board with circles of various sizes and a Swedish fid.
• Recognise where to obtain yarns, accessories and beads
• Understand basic procedures including sealing, pointing ends of cords, winding ends, joining cords.
• Know the steps required in Chinese Crown Knot, Square Knot, Gathering Knot, Half Knot Sinnet, Josephine knot, Lark’s Head and Alternating Square Knots.
Skills:
• Produce samples of knots such as: Lark’s Head, Half Hitches, Tatted Bar, Genoese Bar, Half Knot Sinnet, Square Knot, Chinese Crown Knot, Alternating Square Knot, Overhand Knot, Berry Knot, Josephine Knot and Turk’s Head Knot.
• Use appropriate tools to create Macrame knots.
• Apply basic knowledge to carry out simple, repetitive macrame tasks.
• Use creativity to produce an article with macramé.
• Communicate techniques using correct terminology.
• Distinguish between different cord sizes and their uses.
• Assess the consequences of mistakes and the standard of own hand-made article.
• Acquire, organise and assess the materials, beads and other articles needed for Macrame.
• Seal and point ends of cords to prevent untwisting.
• Evaluate work continuously throughout project execution.
• Practise knots independently and correct errors.
• Check for accuracy, neatness and precision to improve
Competences:
• Carry out simple projects independently.
• Follow basic instructions to complete macrame tasks.
• Complete projects within set timeframes.
• Carry out tasks using the adequate tools and equipment.
• Understand and follow technical terminology in simple patterns and tutor instructions. 

Delivery method

Face to face lessons and hands on practice

Certification/Award

An award certificate accredited by the Malta Further and Higher Education Authority will be awarded to learners who attend a minimum of 80% of the course and achieve an overall mark of 45% or higher in their tasks.

Language of instruction

Bilingual