FAS2050 Flat Pattern 1

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

Description: Students change a basic skirt or pants pattern into a design of choice, using flat pattern designing techniques, and testing the design by creating a muslin.
Prerequisite: FAS1030: Sewing Fundamentals
Parameters: Access to sewing equipment, tools and notions.
Supporting courses: FAS1130: Construction Fundamentals 1 FAS2060: Pattern Drafting 1

Outcomes The student will:

1 identify terms, tools and equipment
- 1.1 identify methods of designing patterns, including:
  - 1.1.1 flat pattern
  - 1.1.2 drafting
  - 1.1.3 draping
- 1.2 become acquainted with terms related to flat pattern design
- 1.3 identify basic tools and equipment; e.g., French curve, T-square, tracing wheel
2 demonstrate design techniques for a skirt or pants, using quarter-, half- or full-scale patterns
- 2.1 demonstrate a minimum of four techniques in quarter-scale for skirt and/or pant patterns; e.g., eliminate darts and/or change darts to tucks or gathers, add fly fronts, pockets, cuffs, A-line, gored
- 2.2 apply flat pattern design techniques to a full-size skirt or pants pattern by:
  - 2.2.1 taking required measurements accurately
  - 2.2.2 applying design changes to a commercial pattern or a sloper
3 demonstrate techniques as they relate to the project
- 3.1 alter a commercial pattern or sloper by applying design features
- 3.2 label a pattern, including:
  - 3.2.1 grainline
  - 3.2.2 pattern markings
  - 3.2.3 cutting information
- 3.3 produce an instruction sheet for layout and garment construction
- 3.4 calculate the amount of fabric desired
- 3.5 complete the project in muslin, demonstrating:
  - 3.5.1 fit
  - 3.5.2 pressing
  - 3.5.3 appropriate construction techniques
4 apply basic construction skills at an appropriate level in assembling a garment
- 4.1 demonstrate management skills
- 4.2 use resources appropriately
- 4.3 demonstrate the use of three construction/drafting techniques at the intermediate level or higher
5 demonstrate safe and proficient use of sewing equipment, pressing equipment, cutting tools and sewing notions
6 identify copyright restrictions and permissions and put them into practice
7 demonstrate basic competencies
- 7.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
  - 7.1.1 communicate
  - 7.1.2 manage information
  - 7.1.3 use numbers
  - 7.1.4 think and solve problems
- 7.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
  - 7.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
  - 7.2.2 be responsible
  - 7.2.3 be adaptable
  - 7.2.4 learn continuously
  - 7.2.5 work safely
- 7.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
  - 7.3.1 work with others
  - 7.3.2 participate in projects and tasks
8 identify possible life roles related to the skills and content of this cluster
- 8.1 recognize and then analyze the opportunities and barriers in the immediate environment
- 8.2 identify potential resources to minimize barriers and maximize opportunities