Maricopa Community Colleges  TEC112AQ   19966-20012 
Official Course Description:   MCCCD Approval:  02/27/96  
TEC112AQ     19966-20012 LEC 2 Credit(s) 2 Period(s)
Pattern Alteration and Fit
Structural features of patterns and altering patterns to achieve proper fit. Includes figure irregularities, pattern style variations, fashion, and individual figure problems. Experience using a sewing machine assumed. Prerequisites: None.
 
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MCCCD Official Course Competencies:
 
TEC112AQ   19966-20012 Pattern Alteration and Fit
1. Identify the characteristics of properly fitted clothing. (I)
2. List the social variables that influence the fit of clothing. (I)
3. Explain how body changes affect garment fit. (I)
4. Explain how particular structural features and fabric characteristics influence the fit of clothing. (I)
5. Describe the process pattern companies use to determine the sizing of sewing patterns. (I)
6. List common figure problems. (I)
7. Measure using a fashion ruler and other appropriate tools. (II)
8. Explain pattern markings. (II)
9. Explain techniques altering patterns. (III)
10. List and explain principles of altering patterns. (III)
11. Alter patterns for bodice fitting problems using a 1/2 scale pattern. (III)
12. Alter patterns for sleeve fitting problems using a 1/2 scale pattern. (III)
13. Alter patterns for skirt fitting problems using a 1/2 scale pattern. (III)
14. Alter patterns for pants fitting problems using a 1/2 scale pattern. (III)
15. Demonstrate techniques for altering a full scale pattern. (III)
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TEC112AQ   19966-20012 Pattern Alteration and Fit
    I. Proper Fit in Clothing
        A. Characteristics of good fit
          1. Grain line
          2. Vertical seams
          3. Horizontal seams
          4. Hemline
        B. Fit and social variables
          1. Status
          2. Age
          3. Sex
          4. Religion
          5. Fashion change
        C. Body changes during a lifetime
          1. Early years
          2. Middle years
          3. Later years
          4. Obesity
          5. Disabilities
        D. Structural features
          1. Pattern features
          2. Fabric characteristics
        E. The Human Body
          1. Measurements and pattern sizing
          2. Body proportions
          3. Weight distribution
          4. Body curves
          5. Posture
          6. Figure problems
      II. Alteration of Pattern
          A. Measurements
            1. Materials
              a. Tissue
              b. Tape
              c. Fashion ruler
              d. Scissors
              e. Pencil
          B. Pattern markings
            1. Grainline
            2. Darts or equivalent
            3. Center front
            4. Center back
            5. Bust apex
            6. Waistline
          C. Methods
            1. Seamline
            2. Slide
            3. Internal
          D. Preparation for alterations
            1. Principles
            2. Fitting problems
            3. The golden rule for alteration
        III. Pattern Alteration Techniques
            A. Bodice 1/2 scale
              1. Bust
              2. Neckline
              3. Sleeves
              4. Shoulder
              5. Midriff-waist
              6. Armhole
              7. Back
              8. Shorten
              9. Lengthen
            B. Sleeve 1/2 scale
              1. Lengthen
              2. Shorten
              3. Enlarge upper arm
              4. Cap
            C. Skirt 1/2 scale
              1. Lengthen
              2. Shorten
              3. Hip-thigh
              4. Waist
              5. Swayback
              6. Stomach
            D. Pants 1/2 scale
              1. Lengthen
              2. Shorten
              3. Hip
              4. Waist
              5. Swayback
              6. Stomach
              7. Thigh
            E. Dress-full scale
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