Course Syllabus

Beginning Sewing Syllabus

Course Description:  Construction techniques for beginners with emphasis on learning how to use the sewing machine and reading a pattern. Students will construct a skirt, shirt, lined garment, and a compilation of construction techniques. Students will learn basic sewing techniques, how to select fabrics, and how to conduct fittings.

Textbook Information: Optional: Complete Guide To Sewing 1200 Color Pages, Singer ISBN 1589234340

NOTEBOOK SUPPLEMENT PRINTOUT

Course focuses on free online videos and tutorials.

Student Learning Objectives:  By the end of the semester, students will sew samples of various seam finishes, edge finishes, excess fabric construction techniques, and closure applications.

Course Syllabus:  FDM 105A-57763 Syllabi.pdf

Materials:

2-3 yards Basic Woven Fabric for Notebook Samples, Medium to Large 3-Ring Binder, Sheet Protectors, Tape Measurer, Seam Ripper, Straight Pins, Pin Cushion, fabric shears, hand sewing needles (assorted sizes), marking tools (tailor’s chalk), ruler (18” clear), tool storage tote, Fabric and notions for projects

Evaluation & Grading

5% - Comparison Assignments

20% - Sewing Notebook & Quizzes

20% - Project 1- Lined Garment

20% - Project 2- Skirt with waistband

20% - Project 3- Shirt with collar and buttons

5% - Portfolio Page

5% - Midterm Exam

5% - Final Exam

TOTAL POINTS POSSIBLE: 100%

A               90-100%

B                80-89%

C               70-79%

D               60-69%

F                Below 60%