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FSHN 1107: Illustration and Design 1
Effective date
September 2022
Department
Fashion Design
School
Continuing Studies
Description
The fashion designer communicates ideas through presentation and technical illustration. This course introduces students to the principles of illustration and design in a fashion context. Students will engage in the design process, from research and inspiration to final presentation of design.
Credits
2.0
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:
- Apply basic elements and principles of illustration and design
- Develop a creative vision in design
- Develop croquis figures
- Create garment designs
- Manage time effectively in the design process
- Conduct independent research
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
PLAR will be assessed by the Department according to standardized practice and using one or more of the following components: challenge exam, products/portfolio, demonstration, interview, and/or external evaluation.
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 30
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 12.25
Total Hours: 42.25
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 12.25
Total Hours: 42.25
Instructional Strategies
Lecture, demonstration, practice, research projects, and discussion.
Grading System
Letter Grade (A-F)
Passing grade
C
Evaluation Plan
|
Type |
Percentage |
Assessment activity |
|
Project |
30 |
Design project |
|
Assignments |
25 |
Shopping report |
|
Assignments |
20 |
Minor assignments totaling 20% |
|
Assignments |
15 |
Sketchbook assignments |
|
Assignments |
5 |
Visual picture file |
|
Participation |
5 |
Professionalism |
Course topics
- The fashion figure: fashion figure proportions vs human figure proportions
- Model drawing
- Introduction to garment design
- The design process
- The croquis figure
- Elements and principles of design
- Introduction to technical drawing
- Introduction to presentation illustration
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.