Fashion Design and
Technology
Arrow indicates course will meet liberal education elective requirements for Bachelor Degrees
FASN 1100 cr-3
Fundamentals of Fashion Design
Students will work with the elements and principles of design as they relate to fashion. They will develop their ability to experiment with design process in two- and three-dimensions, and to formulate solutions to fashion design problems (with an emphasis on textiles and the use of a sketchbook).
FASN 1115 (formerly 1210 cr-2.5
The Apparel Industry
Students will acquire an historical awareness of the apparel industry and the workings of the industry in local and global contexts. Through research and debate on industry issues, they will expand critical thinking skills and will identify opportunities for their place as professionals in the field. Students will increase verbal and visual presentation skills in class projects.
FASN 1120 cr-3.5
Drafting & Sewing I
Students will use standard-size body measurements to learn to draft basic skirt and pant blocks to industrial standards. They will also develop pattern manipulation skills. Students will learn to sew a variety of samples and a skirt of the student's own design using industrial equipment.
Fashion Retail Work Experience
Students will work 200 hours, paid or volunteer, to gain an understanding of the retail component of fashion in order to further their design, production and marketing knowledge and skills. They will provide evidence of their learning in journal form, self-assessment, and reference letters.
Prerequisites: English 12 (B) or English 1099 or ABEE 0091 or PSPE 1091 or Kwantlen English Placement Test placement or an LPI Essay score of 30 or higher or EASL 0085 & 0040 (B)
FASN 1210 cr-2.5
The Apparel Industry
Students will acquire an historical awareness of the apparel industry and the workings of the industry in local and global contexts. Through research and debate on industry issues, they will expand critical thinking skills and will identify opportunities for their place as professionals in the field. Students will increase verbal and visual presentation skills in class projects.
Prerequisites: C+ in English 12 or Technical and Professional Communication 12 or
ABEE 0091 or
PSPE 1091) or ENGL 1099 or
ENGL 1100 or
ENGL 1110 or
CRWR 1100 or
CMNS 1110 or Language Proficiency Index (LPI) with a score of 25 on the essay or 24 on the essay and 6 on the English usage
FASN 1215 (formerly 2110) cr-3
Textile Science
Students will develop their knowledge of how fabrics are created and used, and will be able to apply that understanding to make appropriate fabric choices in design and production. They will learn how factors such as industry issues, sourcing practices, labeling laws, fabric finishes and care instructions affect design, production and marketing decisions.
Drafting & Sewing II
Students will learn to use standard-size body measurements to draft pants, shirts, and dresses. They will continue to develop pattern manipulation skills. Students will sew a variety of samples, and a pant and shirt of the student's own design using industrial equipment.
FASN 1230 cr-2
Fashion Drawing I
Drawing nude and clothed figures, students will observe, analyze, imagine, and record fashion design ideas for various target markets. They will examine different kinds of fashion drawing, and will develop initial design sketches into presentation sketches, using drawing to communicate messages in design, production and marketing contexts. Students will develop critical awareness through studying cultural and historical influences affecting fashion drawing.
FASN 2100 cr-3
Fashion Design I
Students will apply their knowledge and skills in a practical focus through links with industry and concurrent fashion classes. They will explore garment design solutions for specific contexts using historical, international, and local resources. They will formulate design solutions based on trend, forecasting, and market research. Students will critically analyze the diversity of design solutions and connect them to a social context.
Prerequisite change: effective Sept. 2004
Textile Science
Students will develop their knowledge of how fabrics are created and used, and will be able to apply that understanding to make appropriate fabric choices in design and production. They will learn how factors such as industry issues, sourcing practices, labeling laws, fabric finishes and care instructions affect design, production and marketing decisions.
FASN 2115 cr-2.5
History of Costume
Students will apply historical design ideas in a current context in order to create and market design ideas. They will understand the cyclical nature of western fashion and will expand their awareness of fashion sources from other areas of the world. Through research, presentations, and discussion, students will use past information to analyze and predict fashion trends.
Drafting & Sewing III
Students will learn to use standard-size body measurements to draft dresses, outdoor garments, and jackets. They will continue to develop pattern manipulation skills. Students will sew a variety of samples, and a dress and outdoor garment of the student's own design using industrial equipment. They will also draft and sew a fully-lined jacket.
Technical Fashion Drawing
Students will understand the different uses and kinds of technical fashion drawing. They will convey design ideas using technical drawings and terminology to accurately specify proportion, style and detail. They will be able to draw accurately by hand and using computer software.
FASN 2200 cr-5
Fashion Design & Drawing II
Students will examine how design decisions affect production and marketing. Through links with industry, they will apply their knowledge and abilities in a practical focus. They will explore and critically analyze the balance between creativity and marketability through colour and textile experiments and choices. Students will create a portfolio of work applicable to job interviews.
Prerequisite change: effective Sept. 2004
Drafting & Sewing IV
Students will be able to draft and manipulate patterns to industry standards to create production ready patterns. They will have developed methods and problem solving skills to produce garments with an emphasis on efficiency. Students will be able to translate an original design into a marketable finished product.
Prerequisite change: effective Sept. 2004
Computer-Based Pattern Drafting
Students will learn how to operate the TukaCAD computer pattern drafting systems in preparation for industry practice in grading, marker making, and pattern manipulation, with emphasis on manipulating pattern pieces to create new styles. Students will become familiar with computer-based drafting systems and the use of computers in local apparel design and manufacturing companies
The Business of Fashion
Students will develop skills and practice in researching a fashion product from concept to customer. They will study the influences on fashion change, supply and demand for products and services, and explore business opportunities for the local retail and wholesale sector. Students will explore job opportunities and entrepreneurial ventures. They will write customer profiles, market district critiques, and a marketing plan for a small fashion-oriented business, and practice presenting their results.
FASN 3100 cr-3
Textile Design
Through the study and analysis of the fabric traditions of different cultures, combined with class exercises, students will be able to create and produce unique textiles. They will increase their understanding of the components of structural and surface design processes in producing textile designs using a variety of media and techniques. They will understand the nature of textile design problems and will communicate solutions visually and verbally. This course connects to fashion design courses.
Volume Production
Students will interpret design concepts by developing patterns manually and using apparel industry-based software (TukaCAD/ Gerber) from technical drawings and finished garments. They will create production specification forms using Excel and Word. Students will experiment with planning and participating in mini production lines in piece-work, modular, and salary-based production. The students will examine the inter-relationships between production, design and marketing functions within an apparel company.
Pattern Grading & Computer Aided Drafting
Students will practice the basic principles and technology of grading standard-size block patterns. They will perform grading techniques manually and by computer, using apparel industry specific software. They will compile a portfolio of half-size grading samples for future reference.
Preparation for Fashion Industry Internship
Students will learn the knowledge and skills to carry out a job search to secure a (volunteer) position with an apparel design/manufacturing company. They will develop skills in personal career assessment, resume writing, cover letters, portfolio presentation, and interview techniques. They will develop awareness of the career opportunities in the local apparel industry, internship policies and procedures and have an appreciation of human relations in the workplace.
Product Development
Students will develop the skills and knowledge to work effectively through the product development process using specialized fabrics and industry based projects. They will improve to their ability to work with computer software and to work in teams.
Fashion Industry Internship
Students will have the opportunity to transfer their previous learning to a "real world" situation during an internship with a local design/manufacturing company in the apparel sector. They will increase their knowledge of industry practices, develop contacts in the industry and be able to identify opportunities for their place as professionals in the field.
FASN 4100 cr-5.5
Line and Portfolio Development
Students will integrate personal direction with fashion industry practice through the process of designing a line of clothing for a chosen market niche. They will critically analyze the balance between creativity and marketability required for success in the profession, and link production plans to FASN 4150. Through consultations with industry professionals, students will create a comprehensive portfolio of work appropriate for their career directions.
Production: Planning and Operations
Students will increase their knowledge and skills in apparel production processes and the relationships between the production, design, and marketing functions within an apparel company. They will create a business plan as well as study topics such as product life cycles, costing, purchasing raw materials, fabric efficiencies, time and motion studies, production planning, quality control, inventory systems, sourcing, working with contractors locally and globally. Students will create production spreadsheets and production specification sheets. They will use current software such as Excel, Word and KaratCAD software.
Fashion Business Practices
Students will participate in the planning and production of a fashion show as a form of self and group promotion. They will increase their ability to gain employment by establishing industry contacts and further developing professional fashion business practices in entrepreneurial, freelance and employed areas.
Advanced Drafting & Sewing
Students will draft and sew to produce professional quality, originally designed garments in a cost-efficient manner to meet production schedules. They will develop entry-level job skills by using advanced manual and computer-assisted pattern manipulation techniques in standard sizing.
Self-Directed Study
Students will have the opportunity in their final year to integrate personal areas of interest with practice in the profession (subject to faculty approval). They will gain proficiency in entry level job knowledge and skills, as well as develop habits of independent learning through planning, researching, developing and presenting a negotiated area of fashion study.
