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Fashion Design and Manufacturing Career Pathway Course Descriptions and Outline
The Fashion Design and Manufacturing Career Pathway course is designed to be a capstone Home Economics Related Occupations (HERO) course in a three- or four-course sequence. The sequence includes a Consumer and Family Studies (CFS) Introductory Comprehensive Core I/Life Management I course, a CFS Concentration Fashion, Textiles, and Apparel course, and could also include a combination CFS and HERO Introduction to Fashion Careers Course.
Provided below are the following: the CBEDS code and definition; a course description for use with administrators, school boards, business and industry partners and parents; a course description for use in a student handbook; and a standards-based outline of the Fashion Design and Manufacturing Career Pathway course.
FASHION DESIGN AND MANUFACTURING CAREER PATHWAY COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
CBEDS 4411: Fashion and Textile Design
or CBEDS 4412: Apparel Manufacturing, Production and Maintenance
CBEDS 4411: Fashion and Textile Design
A program that prepares students with the skills, attitudes and knowledge needed for employment in fashion and textile design occupations. Instruction includes such topics as industry regulations; identification and analysis of textiles and textile products; elements and principles of design; garment construction; merchandising and fashion forecasting. Students develop skills to illustrate designs; create color charts with interesting pattern and texture variations; design apparel (including draping, pattern making, and grading); and develop and merchandise a line.
CBEDS 4412: Apparel Manufacturing, Production, and Maintenance
A program that prepares student with the skills, attitudes and knowledge needed for employment in apparel manufacturing, maintenance, alterations and repair occupations. Instruction includes industry regulations; operational procedures; analysis of textiles products; apparel and accessory construction and repair methods; fitting and alteration; and technology used in the industry. Students develop skills to select fabrics; design and construct apparel; fit and alter garments; and apply finishing and cleaning techniques.
Course Description for Use with Administrators, School Boards, Business and Industry Partners, and Parents:
Fashion Design and Manufacturing
Home Economics Related Occupations (HERO)
Grades 11-12
Prerequisites: CFS Introductory Comprehensive Core I/Life Management I and CFS Concentration Fashion, Textiles and Apparel Courses
Optional: Introduction to Fashion Careers
The Fashion Design and Manufacturing course is designed to be a capstone course in the three- or four- course sequence taught at the high school and ROCP. The sequence includes a Consumer and Family Studies (CFS) Introductory Comprehensive Core I/Life Management I course followed by a CFS Concentration Fashion, Textiles and Apparel course. A combination CFS and HERO course, Introduction to Fashion Careers, can also be offered. Students pursuing a career in fashion design and manufacturing will study all aspects of the industry, including industry awareness; professional standards/dignity of work; workforce and organizational management; operational procedures and safety practices; laws and regulations; design elements and principles; history of fashion; fashion forecasting; textiles and textile products; garment construction in manufacturing; product knowledge and apparel merchandising; sales and service; pattern making for apparel design; developing and merchandising a line; textile design; garment alteration and repair; care and cleaning of apparel; personal, interpersonal and communication skills; thinking and problem-solving skills; balancing personal, family, and work responsibilities; and teamwork and leadership. Based on the Home Economics Careers and Technology (HECT) Model Curriculum Standards found in the California Career Technical Education Model Curriculum Standards document under the Fashion and Interior Design Industry Sector, this course builds upon the foundation in previous courses and provides rigorous, standards-driven instruction and assessment, integrates academic and career-technical concepts through Foundation and Pathway Standards, and contributes significantly to students’ academic achievement.
Course Description for Students:
Fashion Design and Manufacturing
Home Economics Related Occupations (HERO)
Grades 11-12
Prerequisites: CFS Introductory Comprehensive Core I/Life Management I and CFS Concentration Fashion, Textiles and Apparel Courses
Optional: Introduction to Fashion Careers
Would you love to design apparel for yourself or others? Are you looking for a career where you can use your creativity, technological knowledge, organizational skills, and knowledge of design? This is the class for you! Students in this class will have in-depth, hands-on experience while focusing on industry awareness, design elements and principles, textiles, fashion forecasting, and many other topics in the fashion design and manufacturing field. Don’t miss the opportunity to also develop valuable leadership and career skills through FHA-HERO.
*Refer to the Home Economics Careers and Technology Education (HECT) Consumer and Family Studies Standards Implementation Resource Guide, Grades 7-12 for the standards detail.
Note: If this course has been approved for articulation or credit with a community college, California State University, or University of California credit, a statement should be included under each course description. If this course has been approved to meet UC/CSU “a-g” entrance requirements, a statement should be included under each course description.
Home Economics Related Occupations
FASHION DESIGN AND MANUFACTURING CAREER PATHWAY COURSE OUTLINE
(Refer to the legend at the end of the outline)
Program Content Standards/Standards Subcomponents
I. Fashion Design and Manufacturing Industry Awareness
A. Overview of the Industry F3.2, A1.1
1. Fashion Design and Manufacturing Segments
a. Roles
b. Functions
2. Careers Related to the Industry
B. Career Opportunities F3.1, F3.2
1. Requirements for Education and Training
2. Personal Qualifications, Interests, and Aptitudes
3. Knowledge and Skills Needed
C. Career Path Planning F2.4, F3.3, F3.5, F3.6
1. Career Interests
2. Career Pathways
3. Postsecondary Options
4. Employment Strategies
5. Career Advancement
6. Need for Lifelong Learning
D. Economic Contributions and Trends F2.7, A1.1, A1.3
1. Industry Segments
2. Local, State, and Global Impact
3. Legislative, Economic, and Social Trends
E. Organizational Structures A1.1
1. Relationships and Interactions among Departments
2. Public and Private Sectors
F. Use of Apparel-Related Resources F4.2, A1.2
1. Periodicals
2. Mass Media
3. Internet
4. Other
II. Professional Standards/Dignity of Work
A. Workplace Ethics F8.2, F8.3
1. Need for a Code of Ethics
2. Ethical Behaviors
3. Legal Behaviors
B. Professionalism F7.1
1. Components of Professionalism
2. Professional Behaviors
3. Confidentiality
4. Building a Healthy Business Relationship
C. Appropriate Clothing, Grooming, and Personal Hygiene A2.2
D. Quality of Work F7.2, F7.3, F7.4
1. Interdependence and Importance of Jobs
2. Effect of On-the-Job Decisions and Actions
3. Need for Responsibility and Flexibility
4. Following Appropriate Protocol
5. Diversity
a. Respect Various Cultures and Lifestyles
b. Cultural Etiquette
E. Employer and Employee Rights and Responsibilities F6.1
F. Professional Growth and Development F3.5
G. Professional Organizations, Industry Associations, and Organized F3.4
Labor
III. Workforce and Organizational Management
A. Outcomes of Effective Management A3.1
1. Profitability
2. Productivity
3. Positive Work Environment
4. Consumer and Client Satisfaction
5. Business Growth
B. Workforce Management Strategies F5.1, F5.2, F5.3, A3.2, A3.3, A3.5
1. Types of Strategies
2. Shared Responsibilities
3. Negotiation
4. Planning
5. Decision Making
6. Effective Use of Management Strategies
7. Effect on Employees’ Actions, Attitude, and Productivity
C. Appropriate Business Procedures F4.2, A3.4
1. Use of Business Plans
2. Use of Spreadsheets
3. Tools for Budgets, Records, and Client Correspondence
D. Use of Technology in Fashion Design and Manufacturing F4.3, A3.6
IV. Operational Procedures and Safety Practices
A. Operational Procedures F2.5, A2.1, A2.3
1. Description and Performance
2. Records, Correspondence, and Forms
3. Specialized Terminology of the Industry
B. Factors Affecting Profit A3.1
C. Use of Technology for Operational Procedures F4.2, F4.4, A3.6
D. Proper Use of Equipment, Tools, and Supplies F6.1, F6.2
E. Industry-Related Accidents F6.1
1. Types
2. Causes
F. Accident Prevention Procedures F6.1
G. Accidents and Emergencies F6.1
1. Procedures for Handling
2. Report and Records
H. Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs) F6.1
V. Industry Laws and Regulations
A. Identification of Laws, Regulations, and Agencies F6.1, F8.1
1. Employer Established Policies and Procedures
2. Local
3. District
4. State
5. Federal
B. Compliance with Laws and Regulations F6.1, F8.1
1. Employer Rights, Responsibilities, and Procedures
2. Employee Rights, Responsibilities, and Procedures
C. Enforcement by Regulatory Agencies F8.1
VI. Design Elements and Principles
A. Elements and Principles of Design A4.1, A4.3, A4.4
1. Relationship to Industry
2. Application to Design and Manufacturing
B. Application of Elements and Principles of Design F4.2, F4.3, A4.2, A4.3, A4.5 1. Environmental, Sociological, Ecological, Psychological, Technical,
and Economic Issues and Trends
2. The Concept of Universal Design
3. Use of Technology in the Design Process
VII. History of Fashion
A. Historical Fashion Trends and Cycles A5.1, A5.5
B. Influences on Fashion A5.1, A5.2
1. Politics
2. Society
3. Economics
4. Cultures
5. Aesthetics
C. Development of Fashion Designs A5.3
D. Influences on the Fashion Industry F4.1, A5.1, A5.4
1. Economics
2. Mass Production
3. Labor Unions
4. Technology
VIII. Fashion Forecasting
A. Fashion Industry Resources A4.4, A7.1
1. Fashion Trends
2. Color Forecasting
B. Research of Fashion and Color Trends A7.2
1. Retail Stores
2. Societal
C. Forecasting for the Target Customer A7.3
1. Identification of Information
2. Evaluation of Information
IX. Textiles and Textile Products
A. Characteristics A6.1, A6.5
1. Fibers
2. Yarns
3. Fabrics
4. Finishes
B. Textile Manufacturing Methods F4.2, F4.3, A6.2, A6.3, A6.4, A6.5 C. Types of Print Design and Color Design A6.3
D. Relationship of Textile Characteristics to the Garment A6.1
1. Garment Design
2. Construction
3. Care
4. Maintenance
E. Methods of Color Application A6.3, A6.4
1. Yarns
2. Textiles
3. Garments
F. Maintenance Procedures for Fabrics A6.1
G. Copyright Laws Affecting Textile Design and Production A6.6
X. Garment Construction in Manufacturing
A. The Garment Manufacturing Process F4.2, A9.1, A9.4, A9.5
1. The Basic Manufacturing Process
2. Relationship to Garment Cost
B. Commercial Sewing Machines and Attachments F4.2, A9.1, A9.3
1. Types
2. Operation
3. Use of Equipment, Tools, and Supplies
4. Use for Constructing or Manufacturing Apparel
C. Use of Technology in the Construction or Manufacturing Process F4.2, F4.4, A9.3
D. Effects of Global Sourcing on Garment Production A9.2
XI. Product Knowledge and Apparel Merchandising
A. Apparel Merchandise A6.1, A6.2, A9.1
1. Categories
2. Size Ranges
3. Label Information
B. Types of Retailers A1.1
1. Characteristics
2. Merchandise Sold
C. Marketing and Merchandising Techniques A10.2, A10.3, A10.4
1. Merchandise Selection for Specific Markets
2. Creation of a Specific Image
D. International Merchandise A10.2
1. Similarities
2. Differences
E. Trade Publications and Reports F2.7, A1.2
1. Comparison
2. Evaluation
XII. Sales and Service
A. Customer Information A10.1, A10.5
1. Customer Interviews
2. Client Files
B. Impact of Cultural Factors A10.2, A10.4
1. Customer Needs
2. Customer Wants
3. Customer Satisfaction
C. Information for Successful Sales F2.7, F4.2, F4.4, A1.2, A10.5
1. Product Knowledge and Information
2. Catalogues
3. Price Lists
4. Accessing, Organizing, and Maintaining Information
D. Sales Procedures A10.6
1. Cash and Credit Transactions
2. Exchanges and Returns
XIII. Pattern Making for Apparel Design
A. Basic Bodice Construction A8.1, A8.2, A9.6
1. Flat Pattern Design
2. Draping Techniques
3. Use of the Basic Block
B. Draping Qualities of Fabrics A8.2
C. Use of Technology F4.2, F4.4, A8.3, A9.6
1. Pattern Making
2. Grading
3. Marking
D. Fitting the Standard Dress Form A8.1, A8.3, A9.6
1. Pinning and Marking Fabric
2. Transferring Marked Fabric to Paper
3. Adjusting for Accuracy
E. Sample Garments from First Patterns A8.4, A9.6
F. Using Pattern Specifications for Global Production A8.5
XIV. Developing and Merchandising a Line
A. Planning a Line A7.4
1. Procedures
2. Decisions Required
B. Creating a Design A7.4
1. Sketching Techniques
2. Use of Color on Sketches
C. Presentation Boards A7.4
1. Sketch Preparation
2. Palettes
D. Creation of Paper Patterns A7.4, A8.1
1. Use of Design Sketches
2. Selection of Fabrics, Trims, Colors, and Styling Themes
E. Preparation of Garment Specification Sheets A7.4
1. Fabrics
2. Trims
3. Findings
F. Costing a Garment A9.5
1. Formula and Procedure
2. Manufacturing Costs
3. Wholesale Costs
4. Retail Costs
G. Garment Cost Sheets A9.5
H. Pattern-Grading Techniques F4.2, F4.4, A8.3
1. By Computer
2. Manually
3. Variety of Clothing and Component Pieces
I. Development of Markers F4.2, F4.4, A8.3
1. By Computer
2. Manually
3. Purpose in Production
J. Use of Computer-Aided Design F4.2, F4.4, A8.3
1. Purpose
2. Process
XV. Textile Design
A. Effect of Fibers and Yarns on Design and Color A6.1
B. Original Fabric Designs A6.1, A6.2, A6.3, A6.5
1. Resources for Research
2. Design Specifications
3. Appropriate for the Fabric
4. Appropriate for Intended Use
C. Use of Color in Duplication and Repeated Design A6.3
D. Reproducible Design A6.3
1. Identify and Explain Limits
2. Recommend Changes
E. Techniques for Applying Prints F4.2, A6.3
XVI. Garment Alteration and Repair
A. Fitting Garments A9.6
1. Characteristics of Properly Fitted Garments
2. Common Fitting Problems and Solutions
a. Related to Figure Types
b. Related to Physical Handicaps
3. Steps to Fitting Garments Properly
4. Use of Standard Alteration Marks
B. Alterations and Repairs A9.3, A9.6
1. Customer Specifications
2. Cost Estimates
3. Work Order Preparation
4. Appropriate Techniques
5. Evaluation of Quality
XVII. Care and Cleaning of Apparel
A. Effects of Laundering and Dry Cleaning on Apparel A6.1
B. Stain Sources and Removal A6.1
C. Fabric Cleaning Procedures A6.1
XVIII. Personal, Interpersonal and Communication Skills
A. Importance of Personal Skills to Work, Personal, and Family Life F7.1, F8.3
1. Positive Attitude
2. Self-Confidence
3. Honesty and Integrity
4. Self-Discipline
B. Interpersonal Skills that Enhance Working Relationships F2.6, F7.1, F9.1, F9.5
1. Working Cooperatively
2. Communicating Effectively
3. Sharing Responsibilities
4. Exercising Leadership
C. Communication Skills F2.1, F2.2, F2.3, F2.4, F2.5, F2.6, F9.4
1. Getting and Keeping a Job
2. Using Correct Telephone and E-Mail Etiquette
3. Writing Effectively
4. Interpreting and Responding to Nonverbal Communication