Course Description
An examination and evaluation of ready-to-wear apparel including terminologies, production techniques and price/quality relationships. Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in APD 200.
Syllabus
Student Learning Outcomes, Goals, Objectives:
Students successfully completing this course will be able to:
- Identify appropriate garment assembly techniques for specific fabrics, markets and pricing categories and apply correct ones to assigned projects.
- Execute various assembly techniques in different types of apparel
- Plan the apparel assembly process for different garments based on analysis of ready-to wear samples.
- Become familiar with basic VStitcher functions for 3D Visualization of garments.
Course Grading Information:
| Activity/Performance Measure | Percentage/Points |
|---|---|
| Sample Assignment and Quizzes | 15% |
| VStitcher Module | 15% |
| Pleated Skirt | 20% |
| Casual Pants | 20% |
| Suit vest | 20% |
| Participation | 10% |
| TOTAL | 100% |
Grading Scale:
| Percentage | Letter Grade |
|---|---|
| ≥ 93.0 | A |
| 90.0-92.9 | A- |
| 87.0-89.9 | B+ |
| 83.0-86.9 | B |
| 80.0-82.9 | B- |
| 77.0-79.9 | C+ |
| 73.0-76.9 | C |
| 70.0-72.9 | C- |
| 67.0-69.9 | D+ |
| 67.0-69.9 | D |
| 60.0-62.9 | D- |
| <60.0 | F |
Attendance/Participation:
Attendance, punctuality, and productive participation are required. Absences will have an effect on your final grade. Two tardies &/or early departures will count as one absence.
For each absence after three, the final course grade average may be reduced 3 points.
Your participation grade will also be influenced by your attendance.
Course Materials Purchased by the Students:
Presser feet, needles, bobbins, and bobbins case for Juki Machines; fabric shears, Serger Threading tweezers, straight pins, hand sewing needles; unbleached muslin 100% cotton for samples (5 yds minimum); at least 2 yard fusible lightweight interfacing for samples, two all-purpose polyester of nylon 7” zippers (skirt zippers); (note: projects will require specific fiber types and fabric constructions — be prepared to order fabric on-line or go beyond Greensboro to get necessary materials); you will need to print some patterns for yourself; others as needed for special projects.
Scholarly Perspectives
This course engages diverse scholarly perspectives to develop critical thinking, analysis, and debate and inclusion of a reading does not imply endorsement.