Fashion and Interior Design

Course Description and Content

Grade Level: Grade 10, 11, or 12

Pre-Requisite(s):

None

Number of Credits:

4 credits: 

FAS 1010 Fashion Dynamics,
FAS 1020 Textiles & Their Care,
FAS 1030 Sewing Fundamentals,
FAS 1910  Fashion Project A

Summary of Course Content and Activities:

Do you have a flair for Fashion? Fashion surrounds us as we all make clothing choices daily.   FashionStudies introduce students to an understanding of the role of clothing in our lives and in society.  Students will learn about sewing equipment and safety, applying those skills to project construction. Access to a sewing machine is necessary to complete FAS 1030 & FAS 1910.  FAS 1020 Textiles & Their Care and FAS 1010 Fashion Dynamics can be completed with access to a sewing machine

Philosophy Statement for Teaching This Course:

To engage students in learning opportunities relating to fashion and sewing through which they discover their interests in practical and purposeful ways.

Forecasted Amount of Time Required to Complete Each Week’s Lesson:

4-6 hours.

Description of Student Evaluations: 

Quizzes- 1 per unit, Homework, Discussion questions, Projects 

Course Description and Content

Grade Level: Grade 10, 11, or 12

Pre-Requisite(s):

None

Number of Credits:

3 credits 

• CTR 3310,
• DES 1020 &
• DES 1910

Summary of Course Content and Activities:

Do you have a flair for design? Are you constantly redecorating your room? If so, the design industry might just be for you! In this course, you’ll explore what it is like to work in the industry by exploring career possibilities and the background that you need to pursue them. Get ready to try your hand at designing as you learn the basics of colour and design, then test your skills through hands-on projects. In addition, you’ll develop the essential communication skills that build success in any business. By the end of the course, You’ll be well on your way to developing the portfolio you need to get your stylishly clad foot in the door of this exciting field.

Philosophy Statement for Teaching This Course:

To engage students in learning opportunities in design through which they discover their interests in practical and purposeful ways.

Forecasted Amount of Time Required to Complete Each Week’s Lesson:

4-6 hours.

Description of Student Evaluations: 

Quizzes- 1 per unit, Homework, Discussion questions, Projects