COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
DESN 3000 — 6 UNITS STUDIO I
DESN 3300 — 6 UNITS STUDIO II
In this advanced course, the focus is the creation of a collection for the DEBUT Runway Show. Students make an initial selection of color and fabric, develop design ideas, and determine the direction of their collections.
DESN 3040 — 3 UNITS
IDEATION & CONSTRUCTION FOR COSTUME I IDEATION & CONSTRUCTION FOR COSTUME II
DESN 3430 — 3 UNITS
HISTORY OF COSTUME & DÉCOR II
A class in the development of historical silhou-ettes, emphasizing patterning and construction of garments, undergarments and foundations essential to period construction. “Character” body modification is considered.
DESN 3120 — 3 UNITS
MARKETING DIRECTIONS & THE SUPPLY CHAIN
DESN 3440 — 3 UNITS
DESN 3130 — 3 UNITS
A course that examines the basic marketing principles that provide the framework of successful businesses. Students explore the impact of marketing on supply chain decisions.
The first course in a series which examines the history of fashion, architecture, furnishings, and textiles in relation to the social and cultural back-ground of each era from the ancient world to the 21st century.
DESN 3180 — 6 UNITS APPLIED PATTERN DRAFTING STUDIO
DESN 3450 — 3 UNITS COSTUME CRAFTS I
A practical survey of the various fabric modification techniques employed by the theatrical costume de-signer, including dyeing, painting, aging, distress-ing, and creating unusual costume materials.
In continuing to develop a collection for the DEBUT Runway Show, students perfect muslin samples of their designs, begin construction of garments, and fit finished garments on a professional model.
A continuation of History of Costume & Decor I, this course examines the history of fashion, architecture, furnishings, and textiles studied in relation to the social and cultural background of each era from the Italian Renaissance through the 18th century. Prerequisite: DESN 3130
A continuation of Ideation & Construction for Costume I, this course focuses on the draping and cutting of historical costumes, with an emphasis on the draped costume, the semi-fitted Gothic costume, and the artificial silhouette of the 16th, 17th, and 19th centuries. Drafting patterns from period sources and current garments are demon-strated. Prerequisite: DESN 3040
Students construct professional blocks to create patterns for specific design problems. In the process, they integrate their knowledge of pattern drafting and draping methods and refine their pattern development skills.
DESN 3250 — 3 UNITS
THEATRE ANALYSIS
DESN 3470 — 3 UNITS
DRAWING & RENDERING FOR THE THEATRE II DRAWING & RENDERING FOR THE THEATRE I
Theatrical history is examined through selected scripts with an emphasis on analysis for costume design. Focus is placed on those historical periods in which dramatic literature and theatre performance were most prolific and influential.
DESN 3270 — 3 UNITS
DESN 3600 — 6 UNITS STUDIO III
Students complete and present their collections at the professionally produced DEBUT Runway Show.
A practical course in which realistic figures are drawn in period costumes and rendered in various medium. Rendering of period fabrics, accessories, and styles is demonstrated and applied.
DESN 3280 — 3 UNITS
COSTUME DESIGN FOR THEATRE
DESN 3680 — 3 UNITS COSTUME CRAFTS II
Students survey and learn the craft of successful costume accessories and costume prop design. Theatrical millinery techniques, armor, footwear, jewelry, and form construction are studied.
A specialized class in the process of costume design and its rendering. Students design costumes for a variety of historical plays and production styles.
DESN 3700 — 6 UNITS STUDIO WORKSHOP
A continuation of Drawing and Rendering for the Theatre I. A practical course in which realistic figures are drawn in period costumes and rendered in various medium. Rendering of period fabric, accessories, and styles is demonstrated and applied. Prerequisite: DESN 3270
This course supports Studio II. Students employ problem-solving techniques and apply industry methods of construction in the development of their fashion designs.