FT 90 - Special Topics

Course Description

  • Prerequisite: Instructor’s approval

Special topics in fashion technology. Students may enroll 3 times for a maximum of 9 credits. May be
taken on a CR/N basis.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of FT 90 - Tailoring, the student will be able to:

  • Tailor a fully lined jacket or coat using contemporary tailoring methods.
  • Redesign or simplify and construct the tailored jacket or coat design.
  • Construct a lined garment to complement the tailored jacket or coat.

Upon successful completion of FT 90 - Fig Leaf to Latex, the student will be able to:

  • Create new clothing designs inspired by history or other sources.
  • Sketch effectively with advanced drawing techniques.
  • Begin creation of a fashion designer's portfolio.

Upon successful completion of FT 90 - Stretch Swimsuits and Other Active Wear, the student will be able to:

  • Recognize notions and fabrics used to make stretch swimsuits and other active wear.
  • Adjust swimwear and active wear patterns.
  • Design swimwear and active wear patterns.
  • Apply sewing techniques specific to stretch fabrics.
  • Fit swimsuits and other active wear.
  • Operate machines necessary to construct garments from stretch fabrics.

Upon successful completion of FT 90 - Bridal and Formal Wear, the student will be able to:

  • Recognize vocabulary essential to the bridal industry.
  • Select appropriate fabric.
  • Select appropriate bridal/formal designs.
  • Design a bridal/formal gown.
  • Construct a bridal/formal gown.
  • Design a bridal accessory for a trousseau.
  • Construct a bridal accessory for a trousseau.