SFL 287
Intermediate Clothing Construction
Family Life
College of Family, Home, and Social Sciences
Course Description
Assessing and executing various construction methods, including construction of several full-scale garments.
When Taught
Fall, Winter, Spring
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)
Min
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
1.5
Fixed
4
Other Prerequisites
SFL 185R or equivalent sewing skills.
Fee
30
Note
Student-supplied materials required. Fee.
Title
Content and Learning
Learning Outcome
Increase your ability in making appropriate choices among various construction methods given various fabric and style variablesStrengthen and broaden your experience in apparel construction techniques.Learn and use correct/appropriate construction terminologyRecognize and describe quality characteristics of various construction techniques, understand and apply processes necessary to produce them, and accurately evaluate resulting quality.Create examples of construction techniques which illustrate personal skill improvement over the course of the semester.Assemble a sample portfolio with materials prepared, mounted, and presented professionally.Continue to feel a sense of accomplishment and personal satisfaction in sewing.Understand and apply garment assembly sequencing as it relates to fabric and style variables.Demonstrate the “sample making” teaching approach and the “garment making” teaching approach in order to evaluate and have both in the professional repertoire.
