COURSE OVERVIEW
Product Development
Collection planning and forecasting
Fabrication and silhouette development
Specifications, pricing and sourcing
Fabrication
Fabric types and properties
Handling various fabrics
Fabric preservation
Proper care for garments
Line and Design
Learn balanced proportion at scale
Understand design lines and silhouettes
Use optical illusions to draw attention
Pattern Making from Slopers
Tools, supplies, equipment
Flat pattern design techniques
Bodices, necklines, skirts, etc.
Basic block development of original designs
COURSE OVERVIEW
Pattern Alteration
Measure and evaluate patterns
Create measurement chart
Alter flat patterns for fit
Finalize pattern corrections
Garment Fitting and Adjustment
Review 3 dimensional garment sample for fit
Pin out alterations on sample
Take note of adjustments
Transfer corrections to final pattern
Adobe Illustrator
Navigating the workspace
Setting preferences
Drawing basic shapes to more complex artwork
Combining text and graphics
Using image trace and live drawing, etc.
COURSE OUTCOME
Upon completion of parts 1 & 2 of the program, students will be able to:
Understand the fundamentals of how garments are created as it relates to the manufacturing process, principles and practices (the factors involved in fashion designing, production of textile materials, and purchasing from suppliers). Identify the characteristics and properties of common fabrics and the fibers from which they're made, including details on care, cleaning, and how to handle these fabrics. Comprehend the basic principles of pattern making. Know the general procedure, equipment, tools, and supplies for flat pattern designing of bodices, necklines, collars, sleeves, skirts and dresses. Apply pattern making principles to properly fit and adjust patterns. Use Adobe Illustrator to capture technical details, set up a workspace in Adobe Illustrator including working with multiple art boards and preparing artwork, and explore drawing of basic shapes, drawing and painting complex artwork; working with gradient meshes, custom swatches, brushes, symbols, special effects, and type; combining text with graphics; using image trace and live color and drawings in perspective.
Each program includes:
Student discounts
Study Planner App to customize your study plans and keep track of your progress
Instructional support from our experienced faculty
Access 24/7 to online community
Your personalized online student homepage and learning portal
Additional resources such as our online library and career guidance from Career Cruising
Computer Specifications
As you know this is an online academic program. This means you will need high-speed internet access to begin your program. In addition, you will need access to a Microsoft® Windows® based computer running Windows 7® or later or an Apple® Mac® computer running OS X® or later, and an email account to participate in and complete your program.
We reserve the right to change program content and materials when it becomes necessary.
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