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FDC 241 - Draping

3 Credits, 5 Contact Hours
2 lecture periods 3 lab periods

Application of design principles using the draping method of fashion design to create an original garment on a dress form. Includes review of essential design principles, muslin preparation, determining garment patterns, applying fabrics to the dress form, garment construction, and evaluation of individual garment design and construction.

Prerequisite(s): FDC 111   and FDC 121  
Recommendation: Completion of FDC 211  with a grade of B or better before enrolling in this course or permission of instructor. If any recommended course is taken, see a financial aid or Veteran’s Affairs advisor to determine funding eligibility as appropriate.

Course Learning Outcomes
  1. Discuss design principles and the draping method of fashion design.
  2. Demonstrate muslin preparation for garment design.
  3. Apply muslin to the silhouette on the dress form.
  4. Create an original design in the fabric on a dress form.
Outline:
  1. Review of Essential Design Principles
  2. Muslin Preparation
  3. Determining Garment Patterns
  4. Applying Fabrics to the Dress Form
  5. Garment Construction
  6. Evaluation of Individual Garment Design and Construction