Description:

Upon successful completion of this course, the student should be able to apply intermediate apparel construction principles, techniques and skills in the production of various garments. This continuation of FASH 123 will focus on the planning and construction of an ensemble of intermediate complexity made from muslin fitting samples, with emphasis on precise fitting alteration. This course is a suggested elective for the Fashion Merchandising program. 2 hrs. lecture, 4 hrs. lab/wk.

Associated Costs: These are additional (out-of-pocket) expense considerations that students should expect in addition to the course tuition, fees, and textbooks. $100 to $300.

Supplies: Refer to the instructor’s course syllabus for details about any supplies that may be required.

Textbook(s): For information see - http://bookstore.jccc.net

Course Fees: NONE

Course Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this course the student should be able to:

1. Demonstrate the ability to construct garments using intermediate skill level commercial patterns.
2. Demonstrate the required skill level for a chosen project including fabric selection, pattern selection, fit and construction techniques.
3. Demonstrate the ability to lay out a complete outfit, unifying the different elements and determining the cost factor/savings in terms of ready-to-wear costs and professionally constructed garments.
4. Select and use appropriate construction and pressing tools involved in more detailed garment construction including, but not limited to, a clapper, topstitching needles and guides, tailor's hams and sleeve rolls.
5. Demonstrate the ability to line a pant and jacket.
6. Construct a jacket using interfacings, linings, shoulder pads and other techniques involved in producing this type of garment.
7. Construct pant using waistband, buttonholes, welt pockets and other techniques involved in producing this type of garment.
8. Demonstrate knowledge of the elements of design in interpreting existing patterns into updated or one's own designs.
9. Select the appropriate machine for various tasks including computerized sewing machine, serger or professional sewing machine.
10. Demonstrate the use of grain for special effects included in the cutting and construction of garments.

Content Outline & Competencies:

I. Ensemble Planning
   A. Demonstrate appropriate pattern selection.
   B. Demonstrate appropriate fabric selection.
   C. Demonstrate appropriate notion selection.
   D. Demonstrate appropriate time management.

II. Demonstrate Pattern Fitting and Alterations

III. Construction Preparation
   A. Demonstrate appropriate fabric preparation.
   B. Demonstrate appropriate pattern direction sheet.
   C. Demonstrate appropriate pattern layout.
      1. Nap
      2. Plaids
   D. Demonstrate appropriate cutting.
   E. Demonstrate appropriate marking.

IV. Pressing Tools
   A. Use tailoring hams.
   B. Use sleeve rolls.
   C. Use French curve.
   D. Use clapper.

V. Construction Equipment
   A. Use computerized sewing machine.
   B. Use professional sewing machine.
   C. Use blind hemmer.
   D. Demonstrate use, operation and maintenance.
   E. Demonstrate appropriate selection of equipment for task.

VI. Intermediate Construction Techniques
   A. Make shoulder pads.
   B. Make bound buttonholes.
   C. Use interfacing.
   D. Use lining.
   E. Use pad stitching.

VII. Garment Evaluation
   A. Consider construction techniques.
   B. Consider use of materials.
   C. Consider time use.
   D. Consider cost analysis.
   E. Consider personal satisfaction.

Methods of Evaluation of Competencies:

Evaluation of student mastery of course competencies will be accomplished using the following methods:

Projects (including design alterations)   80%
Project plans                             10%
Test                                      10%
TOTAL                                    100%

Caveats:

1. Students will be required to provide fabric pattern and notions for their projects.
2. Students must pass all FASH courses with a grade of "C" or higher for the Fashion Merchandising and Fashion Design degrees.

Disabilities:

If you are a student with a disability, and if you will be requesting accommodations, it is your responsibility to contact Access Services. Access Services will recommend any appropriate accommodations to your professor and his/her director. The professor and director will identify for you which accommodations will be arranged.

JCCC provides a range of services to allow persons with disabilities to participate in educational programs and activities. If you desire support services, contact the office of Access Services for Students With Disabilities (913) 469-8500, ext. 3521 or TDD (913) 469-3885. The Access Services office is located in the Success Center on the second floor of the Student Center.