FAS1010 Fashion Dynamics

Introductory · 1 credit · MDC - Media, Design, and Communication Arts

Description: Students develop an understanding of clothing within the context of society.
Prerequisite: None
Supporting courses: FAS1030: Sewing Fundamentals FAS1050: Redesign, Recycle & Restore

Outcomes The student will:

1 identify the reasons for selecting and wearing clothing
- 1.1 define terms related to fashion, including:
  - 1.1.1 fads
  - 1.1.2 fashions
  - 1.1.3 personal expression
  - 1.1.4 trends
  - 1.1.5 classics
- 1.2 describe the basic functions of clothing
- 1.3 identify personal preferences related to clothing choices
- 1.4 discuss the influence of:
  - 1.4.1 family and friends on clothing choices
  - 1.4.2 the media on clothing choices; e.g., ideal figure type, computer-enhanced models representing the norm
  - 1.4.3 societal changes; e.g., rapid communication, multiple shopping options, casual living, global marketplace, consumer power
  - 1.4.4 culture
- 1.5 identify examples of clothing symbols; e.g., heritage, roles, gender, values
2 identify the elements and principles of design
- 2.1 describe the impact of colour
- 2.2 develop an understanding of colour
- 2.3 define and illustrate the elements of design
- 2.4 define and illustrate the principles of design
- 2.5 apply the elements and principles of design to personal presentation
- 2.6 describe the implications of first impression
3 apply knowledge of the elements and principles of design to personal presentation and clothing needs
- 3.1 identify the use of clothing for self-expression, considering how and why clothing needs differ; e.g., first impressions, conformity vs. individuality, sub-cultures
- 3.2 discuss methods for setting clothing management/priorities
- 3.3 identify tools and techniques to help with clothing management, considering each of the following:
  - 3.3.1 completing a personal clothing inventory
  - 3.3.2 applying the elements and principles of design to personal lifestyle in determining a clothing inventory
  - 3.3.3 identifying sources for acquiring additional clothing inventory needs; e.g., sewing, discount stores, consignment outlets
4 identify copyright restrictions and permissions and put them into practice
5 demonstrate basic competencies
- 5.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
  - 5.1.1 communicate
  - 5.1.2 manage information
  - 5.1.3 use numbers
  - 5.1.4 think and solve problems
- 5.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
  - 5.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
  - 5.2.2 be responsible
  - 5.2.3 be adaptable
  - 5.2.4 learn continuously
  - 5.2.5 work safely
- 5.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
  - 5.3.1 work with others
  - 5.3.2 participate in projects and tasks
6 make personal connections to the cluster content and processes to inform possible pathway choices
- 6.1 complete/update a personal inventory; e.g., interests, values, beliefs, resources, prior learning and experiences
- 6.2 create a connection between a personal inventory and occupational choices