Phoenix College Catalog 2009-10

316 | Phoenix College 2009–2010 CATALOG
Course Descriptions
TEC126
Sewing for the Home
3 credit(s) 3 period(s) lecture
(Not offered every semester)
Emphasizes techniques used in producing
household textile goods such as slip covers,
bedspreads, window treatments, linens,
accessories, pillows, etc. Experience using
a sewing machine assumed. May be
repeated for a total of 9 credit hours with
instructor permission. Prerequisites:
None.
TEC134
Fashion Illustration I
3 credit(s) 5 period(s) lecture + lab
Proportions and techniques used in drawing
fashion figures and clothing. Introduction of
media and illustrative styles for portfolio
design, trade sketches, and fashion
advertisements. Prerequisites: None.
TEC135
Fashion Illustration II
3 credit(s) 5 period(s) lecture + lab
Advanced study of proportion and techniques
used in drawing fashion figures and flats.
Continued study of garments, fabric textures
and patterns. Development of skills in
presentation drawing and commencing
fashion design portfolio illustrations.
Prerequisites: TEC134, or permission of
instructor.
TEC136
Fashion Illustration III
3 credit(s) 5 period(s) lecture + lab
In depth study of illustrative styles,
silhouettes, and interpretations. Advanced
work with fabric textures and patterns;
concentration on garment details. Continued
development of a fashion design portfolio.
Prerequisites: TEC135, or permission of
instructor.
TEC150
Fashion Show Production
2 credit(s) 3 period(s) lecture + lab
(Not offered every semester)
Planning and producing a fashion show.
Includes developing a budget, listing and
delegating tasks, publicizing show,
developing the lineup, selecting and fitting
models, selecting and training dressers,
writing commentary and selecting
commentator, selecting the music and
staging the show, rehearsing and evaluating
the show. Choreography and rehearsal also
covered. Prerequisites: Permission of
instructor.
TEC221
Computer-Assisted Fashion Design
3 credit(s) 5 period(s) lecture + lab
(Not offered every semester)
The use of computer hardware and software
in the fashion design industry. Create and
illustrate fashion designs using computer
hardware and software. Color and design
principles applied in creating an apparel line
and developing a portfolio. Prerequisites:
TEC125 or permission of instructor.
TEC222
Textiles
3 credit(s) 3 period(s) lecture
Study of textile fibers and fabrics, their
properties, identification, selection, use and
care. Prerequisites: None.
TEC223
Tailoring
3 credit(s) 6 period(s) lecture + lab
Principles of tailoring as applied in the
construction of a coat or suit. Alteration of
patterns and fitting techniques.
Prerequisites: TEC124 or permission of
instructor. Course Note: TEC223 may be
repeated for a total of 12 credit hours with
permission of instructor.
TEC224
Pattern Drafting
2 credit(s) 3 period(s) lecture + lab
(Not offered every semester)
Draft patterns with measurements of dress
forms and human figures. Development of
slopers, blocks, and garment patterns.
Design and produce an original garment
using pattern drafting techniques.
Prerequisites: TEC111, or permission of
instructor.
TEC225
Pattern Design I
3 credit(s) 5 period(s) lecture + lab
Creative expression through flat pattern in
applying principles of art to clothing design.
Various resources for design inspiration.
Prerequisites: (TEC110 or TEC111) or
permission of instructor. Course Note: May
be repeated for a total of twelve (12)
credits.
TEC226
Draping for Fashion Design
3 credit(s) 5 period(s) lecture + lab
(Not offered every semester)
Manipulation of fabrics on a dress form and/
or live figure to create designs and patterns.
Use of a variety of woven/knit fabrics and an
exploration of the many possibilities of
draping to allow a creative and accurate
expression of ideas. Prerequisites: (TEC110
or TEC111) or permission of instructor.
TEC227
Couture Sewing
3 credit(s) 5 period(s) lecture + lab
(Not offered every semester)
Construction techniques used in couture
sewing. Includes fabric selection, fitting,
fabric preparation, hand sewing, garment
shaping, edge finishes, embellishments,
and closures. Emphasis on couture
techniques used in the construction of
skirts, pants, blouses, dresses, sleeves,
pockets, jackets, coats, and evening wear.
Prerequisites: TEC111 or permission of
instructor. Course Note: May be repeated
for a total of 12 credit hours with permission
of instructor.
TEC228
Advanced Draping for Fashion Design
3 credit(s) 5 period(s) lecture + lab
(Not offered every semester)
Advanced draping techniques for fashion
design. Includes draping jackets, coats,
slacks, and trousers in woven fabrics and
draping a variety of garments in knit fabrics.
Drape and construct an original design.
Prerequisites: TEC226 or permission of
instructor. Corequisites: TEC225, TEC226
or permission of instructor.
TEC230
Pattern Design II
3 credit(s) 5 period(s) lecture + lab
(Not offered every semester)
Practical application in designing clothing/
patterns using flat pattern method. Principles
of flat pattern and use of sloper reviewed.
Includes pattern grading, sizing for figure
differences, and creation of an original
design. Prerequisites: TEC225 or
permission of instructor. Course Note: May
be repeated for a total of twelve (12)
credits.
TEC231
Pattern Grading
3 credit(s) 5 period(s) lecture + lab
Grading patterns to change sizes. Includes
grading terminology, grading methods,
types of grade, uneven grade, figure types,
grading charts, blending, and grading basic
and intermediate designs. Prerequisites:
TEC111, or permission of instructor.
TEC236
Portfolio Development
1 credit(s) 1.5 period(s) lab
(Not offered every semester)
Design, produce, and present a professional
portfolio. Includes material selection and
techniques, customer focus, contents and
organization, presentation formats, flat
sketching techniques, presentation boards,
and writing a resume and cover letter for
potential employers. Prerequisites:
(TEC135 and TEC221), or permission of
instructor.