Costume Technology
Prerequisite: THTR 252 and 253.
This course introduces the student to the fundamentals of costume construction including: pattern draughting, corsetry, different stitch uses, pleating and gathering techniques, tools of the shop, and basic draping.
Outcomes: Students will be able to: use a basic pattern or sloper to generate their own period costumes, understand why different stitches or construction methods are used, know the tools of the shop, improve their knowledge of fabric choices, and understand the process of draping.
This course introduces the student to the fundamentals of costume construction including: pattern draughting, corsetry, different stitch uses, pleating and gathering techniques, tools of the shop, and basic draping.
Outcomes: Students will be able to: use a basic pattern or sloper to generate their own period costumes, understand why different stitches or construction methods are used, know the tools of the shop, improve their knowledge of fabric choices, and understand the process of draping.