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FASH 1301: History of Fashion
Effective date
January 2020
Department
Fashion Arts Merchandising
School
Continuing Studies
Description
In this course, students critically explore the influence of world events, politics, technology, culture and other factors on fashion. Students explore western fashion through the ages and consider today's fashion through a historical lens.
Credits
2.5
Year of study
1st Year Post-secondary
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Discuss western fashion in the context of various historical periods, considering the influence of world events and available technology
- Discuss variations in clothing and fashion in different cultural contexts
- Develop an awareness of cultural and historical influences in fashion
- Critically examine narrative of fashion in relation to culture and status
- Draw inspiration from fashion history
- Accurately apply the language of fashion
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
None
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 36
Total Hours: 36
Total Hours: 36
Instructional Strategies
Instructors will employ a variety of instructional strategies such as lecture, demonstrations, discussion, observation, guest speakers, etc.
Grading System
Letter Grade (A-F)
Passing grade
D
Evaluation Plan
|
Type |
Percentage |
Assessment activity |
|
Project |
30 |
Research project |
|
Assignments |
25 |
A variety of minor assignments |
|
Quizzes/Tests |
20 |
|
|
Other |
15 |
Weekly reflective journal |
|
Participation |
10 |
Participation/Professionalism |
Course topics
- Pre-19th century era clothing
- 19th century era clothing
- 20th century era clothing
- Technology's impact on fashion
- Trade and warfare's impact on clothing development
- World events' impact on the production and distribution of clothing
- Internet and social media's impact on fashion
- Fashion marketing versus clothing necessity
- Culture appropriation
- Folklore and Indigenous fashion
- Cultural symbolism, context and significance
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.