Maricopa Community Colleges  TEC230   19916-19945 
Official Course Description: MCCCD Approval: 04/23/91
TEC230 19916-19945 L+L 3 Credit(s) 5 Period(s)
Pattern Design II
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.
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MCCCD Official Course Competencies:
 
TEC230   19916-19945 Pattern Design II
1. Select and use equipment and materials appropriately when designing patterns. (I)
2. Use the slash and pivot methods in flat pattern design. (II)
3. Identify and use pattern markings correctly in pattern making. (II)
4. Explain the flat pattern method of pattern design. (II)
5. Grade patterns to change sizes. (III)
6. Explain how patterns are drafted from body measurements. (IV)
7. Use sloper to create a pattern for an original design and construct garment from pattern. (V)
8. Evaluate pattern and garment made by using flat pattern methods. (V)
9. Identify fabric characteristics related to garment design and select fabric appropriate for designs. (V)
10. Identify figure differences and fitting problems when sewing for self and others. (VI)
11. Construct a garment from an original design/pattern. (V,VI)
12. Identify business practices and procedures used when designing/sewing for clients. (VI)
13. Cost garments constructed based on current pricing practices in the industry. (VI)
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TEC230   19916-19945 Pattern Design II
    I. Equipment, materials, resources
        A. Tools
          1. French curve
          2. Plastic ruler
          3. Square
          4. Scissors
          5. Marking pencils
          6. Tape measure
        B. Sloper
          1. Basic pattern
          2. Fitting
          3. Alterations
          4. Tag board pattern
        C. Materials
          1. Muslin
          2. Tag board
      II. Principles of Flat Pattern
          A. Pattern markings
          B. Slash and pivot methods
          C. Bodices
          D. Skirts
          E. Collars
          F. Sleeves
        III. Pattern Grading
            A. Sizing
            B. Tools and supplies
            C. Skirts
              1. Basic skirt upgrade
              2. Stylized skirt patterns
            D. Bodices
              1. Basic bodice
              2. Stylized blouse patterns
            E. Sleeves
            F. Collars
            G. Facings, flaps, pockets
          IV. Pattern Drafting
              A. Tools
              B. Measuring techniques
              C. Drafting pattern from body measurements
            V. Original Design
                A. Sketching
                B. Pattern development
                C. Muslin construction
                D. Fabric selection
                E. Garment construction
              VI. Designing/sewing for clients
                  A. Figure differences and fitting techniques
                  B. Sloper and pattern development
                  C. Muslin and garment construction
                  D. Business practices and procedures
                    1. Client relations
                    2. Pricing practices
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