FAS2180 Creative Costuming
Intermediate · 1 credit · MDC - Media, Design, and Communication Arts
- Description
- Students analyze different costuming requirements and construct a costume for personal use.
- Prerequisite
- FAS1030: Sewing Fundamentals
- Parameters
- Access to sewing equipment and tools.
- Supporting courses
- FAS2050: Flat Pattern 1 FAS2060: Pattern Drafting 1
Outcomes The student will:
1 identify costume requirements and investigate existing designs
1.1 define the term costume
1.2 identify an appropriate design for the costume
1.3 select a commercial pattern or illustrate and draft a pattern
1.4 identify factors that determine the suitability of pattern choice; e.g., ease of movement, safety
1.5 identify appropriate fabrics for the costume; e.g., safety, authenticity
1.6 determine appropriate colour choice and finishing details
2 demonstrate and apply basic construction techniques during the assembly of a costume
2.1 demonstrate appropriate pattern and fabric preparation; e.g., pattern alteration, straightening of grain
2.2 complete project using appropriate techniques related to:
2.2.1 design
2.2.2 fit
2.2.3 pressing
2.2.4 construction
2.2.5 finishing
3 apply basic construction skills at an appropriate level in assembling a project
3.1 demonstrate management skills
3.2 use resources appropriately
3.3 demonstrate the use of three techniques at the intermediate level or higher
4 demonstrate safe and proficient use of sewing equipment, pressing equipment, cutting tools and sewing notions
5 identify copyright restrictions and permissions and put them into practice
6 demonstrate basic competencies
6.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
6.1.1 communicate
6.1.2 manage information
6.1.3 use numbers
6.1.4 think and solve problems
6.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
6.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
6.2.2 be responsible
6.2.3 be adaptable
6.2.4 learn continuously
6.2.5 work safely
6.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
6.3.1 work with others
6.3.2 participate in projects and tasks
7 identify possible life roles related to the skills and content of this cluster
7.1 recognize and then analyze the opportunities and barriers in the immediate environment
7.2 identify potential resources to minimize barriers and maximize opportunities
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