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FASH 1183: Corsetry
Effective date
May 2021
Department
Fashion Courses
School
Continuing Studies
Description
A corset is a close-fitting boned support undergarment worn by woman since the 16th century. In this course, student will learn to distinguish between Victorian and Elizabethan corsets, and the proper methods of construction and fit to create both.
This course requires learners to have intermediate sewing experience. If you have successfully completed FASH1154 Beginner Sewing 1 or FASH1118 Introduction to Industrial Sewing Machines (or have other relevant experience) you may use our industrial sewing machines. Otherwise, you are welcome to use one of our domestic machines, bring one of your own, or do your sewing at home.
Credits
0.0
Year of study
General Interest
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Describe differences between Victorian and Elizabethan corsets
- Outline sequences of construction
- Fit a corset
- Construct a corset
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
None
Hours
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 30
Total Hours: 30
Total Hours: 30
Instructional Strategies
Grading System
Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
Passing grade
S
Evaluation Plan
None
Course topics
- corset history corset variations corset construction fitting a corset corset materials corset making techniques
Learning resources
Bring to first class: pen/paper for note taking, tape measure. Fabrics, notions and other supplies/tools will be discussed in the first class.
Notes:
- Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
- Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/. - To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.