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FASH 0004B - Intermediate Clothing Construction

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Catalog Description DESCRIPTION IS HERE: Prerequisite: Completion of FASH 4A with grade of "C" or better Hours: 108 (27 lecture, 81 laboratory) Description: Intermediate and advanced techniques of garment construction. Designed for individuals with basic knowledge of sewing principles. Development and improvement of skills in working with designer patterns; techniques of handling specialty fabrics, including knit fabrics; use of sergers. (CSU) Units 3 Lecture-Discussion 27 Laboratory 81 By Arrangement Contact Hours 108 Outside of Class Hours Course Student Learning Outcomes Construct a garment using specialty fabrics and advanced techniques. Create a sample book of advance techniques to include buttonholes, fly zippers, fasteners, and complex pockets, collars and sleeves. Demonstrate the understanding of how to thread and safely use an overlock machine. Course Content Outline I. Handling of specialty and challenging fabrics (including sheers, naps, plaids, stripes, directional patterns, border prints, lace, and knits) For each fabric we cover the following: A. cutting B. seaming stitch length and type, pinning and needles C. finishing/seam finishes D. hemming II. Use and care of home sergers demonstrated A. threading B. knotting C. seam finish D. curved seams E. taped seams: stretch and rigid F. gathers G. differential H. corners I. Ribbed cuff and neckline J. Hems III. Review and continuation of facings, interfacings, linings,and interlinings IV. Review of buttonholes V. Zipper construction A. invisible B. fly VI. Fasteners and finishes VII. More complex pockets, collars, sleeves/placket VIII. Bias piping and binding Course Objectives Course Objectives Lecture Objectives: 1. Observe the characteristics and threading of the serger; 2. describe the safety features and operation of machines including set-up and storage; 3. differentiate the handling required for each of the different specialty materials; 4. analyze complex designs demonstrating the transfer of skills from technique samples to their application in finished garments; 5. watch technique demonstrations, preparing to follow all steps; 6. identify a technique of interest to be researched; 7. customize fit to specific body measurements observing qualities of good fit; 8. identify the information needed to create a cost sheet for each garment; and 9. discriminate quality construction from lower cost construction. Laboratory Objectives: 1. Model the threading of the serger and test the sewing quality on fabric; 2. demonstrate safe and effective operation of overlock machines; 3. demonstrate ability to work effectively with specialty fabrics in cutting, sewing and finishing; 4. analyze and construct complex designs from commercial patterns with directions given in pattern demonstrating advanced principles of clothing construction; 5. produce sample notebook of techniques including: buttonholes, fly zippers, fasteners and complex pockets, collars and sleeves; 6. create one or more samples and a written summary of a sewing technique based on individual research. 7. alter patterns and fit garments using tissue or muslin fitting for preliminary fitting and fashion fabric for final fitting; 8. generate cost sheets for each garment accounting for materials and labor and calculating the final cost; and 9. compare 3 manufactured garments of different price points identifying the quality of fabric and construction. Methods of Evaluation Objective Examinations Projects Skill Demonstrations Reading Assignments 1. Read the assigned section on sergers before coming to class and be prepared for discussion during the lecture portion of class. 2. Research a sewing technique not covered in class and present a typed paper and a set of sample. Minimum of 3 sources used. Writing, Problem Solving or Performance 1. Construct at least 2 garments: a knit, specialty fabric and/or an intricate garment. 2. Analyze, compare and contrast a chosen garment in three different price ranges as to quality of fabric and construction, price, sizing and target customer. Other (Term projects, research papers, portfolios, etc.) 1. Reproduce advanced sewing samples to compile a notebook of sample techniques. This book proves proficiency and is a reference for future projects. 2. Provide one or more garments made during the semester to be shown at a fashion event organized by the Fashion Promotion (FASH 7) class. Methods of Instruction Laboratory Lecture/Discussion Distance Learning Other materials and-or supplies required of students that contribute to the cost of the course. Students must provide complete kit of sewing equipment acquired in 4A, and fabric and notions for completion of samples and at least 2 garments.