This is an ARCHIVED version of the Kwantlen University College Calendar for
2004-2005 and is provided for historical reference only. See the current version of the
Calendar for updated information.
The on-line version of the University College Calendar is the Official version.
In the event of conflict between the printed version and the online version, the
on-line version will prevail.
Effective date of this course calendar information, unless otherwise indicated, is Sept. 1, 2004 to Aug. 31, 2005.
Fashion Design and Technology
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).
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: English 12 (B) or ENGL 1099 or ABEE 0091 or PSPE
1091 or Kwantlen English Placement Test placement or an LPI Essay score of
30 or higher or ESLT 0381 & 0383 (B)
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.
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 ELST 0381 & 0383 (B)
FASN 1210 cr-2.5
Discontinued: Effective Jan. 2005
FASN 1215 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.
Prerequisites: FASN 1115
FASN 1220 cr-6
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Description will be revised for Sept 2005 to read below;
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
FASN 3140 cr-4
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.
FASN 3150 cr-1.5
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.
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.
Students will 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
