Course Syllabus
TPA2232C - Costume Construction
Theatre Department • College of Arts & Humanities
3 Credit Hours
Table of Contents
- General Course Information
- Course Description
- Course Materials and Resources
- Student Learning Outcomes
- Course Activities
- Grading Information
- Course Schedule
- Policy Statements
Instructor Information
Instructor: Robin Ankerich |
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Office Location: TH 119 / Theatre - Building 6 | Phone: (407)-823-5203 |
Digital Contact: robin.ankerich@ucf.edu and via Webcourses@UCF | |
Office Hours: TR 8:30-10:30am (Virtual by Appointment) |
You instructor can best be reach via email or Webcourses message. Those platforms will be checked daily Monday-Friday. If students would like to request a private meeting to discuss the course, questions, or assignments, a zoom conference can be scheduled upon request. The instructor will also be available during scheduled class meeting time for unperson assignment review and questions.
Course Information
Term: Fall 2020 Course Number & Section: TPA2232C Course Name: Costume Construction Credit Hours: 3 Credit Hours |
Class Meeting Days: 2 per week Class Meeting Time: TBD Class Location: TH126 Costume Shop Course Modality: In-Person |
Course Description
Costume Construction covers: Basic knowledge and techniques for construction of stage costumes.
Student Learning Outcomes
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- To familiarize students with the complete costuming process and the roles involved within a commercial costume shop to produce costumes for the stage.
- To recognize the physical organization of a costume shop and understand the safe used of costume shop materials, tools, and equipment.
- To gain technical skills essential to costume production, including hand and machine sewing, finishing techniques, understanding garments and garment components, as well as reading commercial sewing patterns.
- To recognize and respect the contribution of the costume technician to the production process.
Course Materials and Resources
Required Resources:
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Basic Sewing for Costume Construction by Rebecca Cunningham, 2nd Ed. ISBN 1-57766-408-6
- This is a workbook in which the student will be making notes and collecting samples (classwork and homework samples will be pinned into pages of the book), so it is imperative to purchase a new physical copy (electronic or Kindle versions will not be accepted). Each student will turn in their copy of the text to be graded as the “Sample Notebook Assignment.” After grading, it will be returned for used as a personal reference through the rest of the semesters, this book must be the 3-ring binder version.
Optional Resources:
These texts are not required for this course but could be helpful resources for those desiring more resource on costume production, sewing techniques, as well as textiles.
- The Costume Technician’s Handbook by Rosemary Ingham and Liz Covey, any edition.
- Unit Method of Clothing Construction by Phyllis Brackelsberg and Ruth Marshall, 7th ed.
- New Complete Guide to Sewing: Step-by-Step Techniques for Making Clothes and Home Accessories by
- Editors of Reader's Digest, 1st edition.
- J.J. Pizzuto's Fabric Science Swatch Kit by Allen C. Cohen, Ingrid Johnson, Joseph J. Pizzuto, any edition.
Required Materials:
A basic sewing kit must be brought to all classes and lab hours. This sewing kit must be with the student in class no later than Tuesday September 1st and is part of their preparedness grade, however it is recommended that you bring in your supplies as soon as possible. The student should put their name on all items. The items listed in bold below are required:
Sewing Kit
Note there are some sewing kits that you can purchase with many (but not all) of these materials that can be purchased as a set for cheaper than purchasing individually. See Links at the end.
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Fabric scissors or shears: These are usually 8” and can be purchased from fabric and some craft stores.
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- Options Via Amazon:
- Option via Joann Fabrics Online:
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Seam ripper: Any size is acceptable and can be found in fabric stores and the craft section of some superstores.
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- Options Via Amazon:
- Option via Joann Fabrics Online:
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Straight pins: The student should purchase at least 100. (Suggested length – 1.25-1.5” long)
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Options Via Amazon:
- https://www.amazon.com/Dritz-22-350-Piece-Dressmaker-4-Inch/dp/B003W0TIH6/ref=sr_1_27?dchild=1&keywords=sewing%2Bstraight%2Bpins&qid=1598370036&sr=8-27&th=1
- https://www.amazon.com/Singer-Pearlized-Head-Straight-150-Count/dp/B003BRZ6SK/ref=sr_1_20?dchild=1&keywords=sewing+straight+pins&qid=1598370036&sr=8-20
- Option via Joann Fabrics Online:
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Options Via Amazon:
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- Box for Pins or Pin Cushion: If the pins are not sold in a reusable plastic box, you will need something to store them.
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Hand sewing needles: These come in variety packs, but the sizes 5-8 in Sharps or Milliners are going to be the best range.
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- Options Via Amazon:
- Option via Joann Fabrics Online:
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18” x 2” clear plastic ruler: These have a ⅛” grid usually marked in blue, red, or black, and are found in quilting or fabric stores.
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Options Via Amazon:
- https://www.amazon.com/Dritz-3300-Quilters-See-Thru-Drafting/dp/B001UADAR4/ref=sr_1_3?crid=3JKGL2KNMO1XG&dchild=1&keywords=2+by+18+ruler&qid=1598369554&sprefix=2%22by18%22+%2Caps%2C166&sr=8-3
- https://www.amazon.com/Westcott-18-8ths-Beveled-Ruler/dp/B000V59R8K/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3JKGL2KNMO1XG&dchild=1&keywords=2+by+18+ruler&qid=1598369554&sprefix=2%22by18%22+%2Caps%2C166&sr=8-1
- Option via Joann Fabrics Online:
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Options Via Amazon:
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Tracing wheel: This should either be the style with the notches, or the style is spikes, not the style with the smooth edge.
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- Options Via Amazon:
- Option via Joann Fabrics Online:
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- Measuring Tape: Fabric or plastic (not the metal style used in the scene shop)
- Sewing Kit Container: Any container that will safely contain your supplies will do. (Sewing basket, pencil box, soft-sided quilted pouch, travel bag, or even reusing an old shoe box) – I highly suggest looking at 15qt (11” x 13”) storage boxes. That size will allow you to not have to bend your ruler and will be large enough to not only fit your supplies but projects as you work on them.
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Thread snips or scissors: These are usually under 5” and used to cut threads while sewing by hand & machine.
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- Options Via Amazon:
- Option via Joann Fabrics Online:
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- Paper or craft scissors: These can be any inexpensive scissors. (You do not want to use fabric scissors on paper)
Purchasable Sewing Kits that have SOME of the items:
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Options Via Amazon:
- https://www.amazon.com/Pllieay-Multicolor-Pins-Including-Dressmaking-Components/dp/B07C52LYYP/ref=sxin_7?ascsubtag=amzn1.osa.51945d25-5e42-4997-b631-3983497fab12.ATVPDKIKX0DER.en_US&creativeASIN=B07C52LYYP&cv_ct_cx=sewing+straight+pins&cv_ct_id=amzn1.osa.51945d25-5e42-4997-b631-3983497fab12.ATVPDKIKX0DER.en_US&cv_ct_pg=search&cv_ct_wn=osp-single-source&dchild=1&keywords=sewing+straight+pins&linkCode=oas&pd_rd_i=B07C52LYYP&pd_rd_r=112a2d79-af77-4c50-8d25-c621a6bc14c5&pd_rd_w=40sLH&pd_rd_wg=WAeDV&pf_rd_p=7f9a42bd-c050-43e5-9e70-deb13f53640d&pf_rd_r=YSR9XD5YMQ1Z88X1CH1N&qid=1598370036&sr=1-3-72d6bf18-a4db-4490-a794-9cd9552ac58d&tag=bestgiftszmg-20
- https://www.amazon.com/Singer-1512-Beginners-Sewing-pieces/dp/B000G6KFJY/ref=sr_1_6?dchild=1&keywords=beginner+sewing+kit+singer&qid=1598371158&s=arts-crafts&sr=1-6
- Option via Joann Fabrics Online:
Aloha/ Bowling Shirt Project:
Shirt Pattern
A basic pattern will be supplied. If you want a more customized look, you are free to purchase one of the patterns below:
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Commercial Pattern Suggestions (if you want to purchase a different pattern):
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- Kiwi Sew - K3484
- McCall’s – 6972
- Simplicity - 9157
- Burda Style - 6349
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Commercial Pattern Suggestions (if you want to purchase a different pattern):
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Fabric
Each pattern will require a different amount of material depending on the style of garment and the measurements of the student.
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- There will be free fabric options provided by the shop. You will have limited choice of pattern, color, etc.
- If you want control of your final shirt’s look – you are welcome to purchase your own fabric.
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Notions
The costume shop will supply interfacing for your collar. Students will be required to purchase thread and buttons.
Ditty Bag:
The pattern and instructions will be provided. Students will be required to fabric and a zipper. Students can decide to purchase fabric yardage or fat quarters depending on what options can be found.
Quilting Square Project:
The instructions will be provided. Students will have the choice to use fabric scraps from the shop or purchase fabric as desired for this project.
Storage
You may not store your tools in the costume shop. Please leave your bags in the lockers provided, both during class and during lab times. Because the students may be asked to quarantine at any time without notice due to a possible Covid-19 exposure - projects, notebooks, and materials should be taken home each day; this will allow students to continue working from home if needed.
Course Activities
The activities within this course are broken into a few categories:
Quizzes (10%), Weekly Over the Course of the Semester
Over the semester there will be 10 quizzes. These quizzes will be given via Webcourses, and there is no time limit. These quizzes will be available after Tuesday’s class and will close 5pm on Friday. If you have any problems or concerns, please let me know promptly either at the next class or over email. I do check the answers that are graded automatically and return points if I feel you have answered correctly.
Supply Check (2.5%), Due Sept. 1st
At the start of class on the date above, the instructor will check your sewing supply kit to make sure you have the required materials. This is an all or nothing grade of 25 points.
Shirt Project (15%), Due Oct. 1st
The student will make a complete garment. They are responsible for the purchase of notions; if students want a different pattern or fabric available than what is offered from the shop, students will be required to purchase their own. This project will follow the sample set of stitches required to complete the project as a way to demonstrate the use of knowledge.
Accessory (Ditty) Bag Project (15%), Due Nov. 5th
The student will sew a ditty bag from the supplied pattern. Materials like fabric and notions will be required to be purchased by students. This project involves the application of techniques including controlling the machine, seams, seam finishes, and the layout and cutting of the pattern.
Quilt Sampler Project (15%), Due Nov. 24th
Students will sew a multi-square quilt sampler to demonstrate skills learned over the course of the semester. This project will not use physical patterns, but instructions for drafting techniques to use a different skillset. The final project will be based on each student’s design and will result in a unique project.
Sample Notebooks (10%), Due Nov. 24th
The student will create samples of hand and machine sewing techniques and attach them to the appropriate pages in the textbook. Time management is an essential skill as a costume technician, so the student’s use of in-class time to complete work will also factor into the grade of this assignment. Make sure the sample are in the correct section of the notebook and straight pinned to the pages, they must be able to be removed for inspection. Samples can be presented to be graded during the last 10 minutes of class each day for rolling feedback; this is to allow students feedback on technique before using that skill or stitch on a project. Ungraded/regraded samples must be presented to be graded no later than the end of the day on November 24th.
Costume Design Project (10%), Due December 1st
Along with the sewing projects over the course of the semester, students learn about the costume process within a professional costume shop. As a final project, students will be given a chance to think like a costume designer and produce two costume designs to be presented once classes are moved online after Thanksgiving. This project will use the terminology learned over the course of the semester to talk about fabrics and textiles.
Final Exam (12.5%), Tuesday December 8th
The student is required to sit a final exam including a variety of question types based on information from lectures and a practical application section demonstrating sewing techniques learned in class. This semester the final will be held via Webcourse and will be open for a 24-hour period.
Lab Hours (10%) – Over the Course of the Semester
There is a required lab component to this class. Under normal circumstances, students must complete an average of three hours a week for a total of 45 hours over the course of the semester (averaging 3 hours a week). – Because of Covid-19 and the possible need of students to quarantine/the need to a more flexible schedule, students will be required to complete 36 hours. (If you are asked to quarantine more than once over the course of the semester and are in regular communication with the instructor, accommodations can be made.) Lab hours will first be used to finish working on classwork assignments, samples, and projects. If you are finished with your class work, you will be assigned projects for the current production or shop related project to practice your skills. If the university closes or moves online for hurricanes or other reasons, hours will be waved for the closed period.
Make-up Exams and Assignments
Per university policy, you are allowed to submit make-up work (or an equivalent, alternate assignment) for authorized university-sponsored activities, religious observances, or legal obligations (such as jury duty). If this participation conflicts with your course assignments, I will offer a reasonable opportunity for you to complete missed assignments and/or exams. The make-up assignment and grading scale will be equivalent to the missed assignment and its grading scale. In the case of an authorized university activity, it is your responsibility to show me a signed copy of the Program Verification Form for which you will be absent, prior to the class in which the absence occurs. In any of these cases, please contact me ahead of time to notify me of upcoming needs.
Assessment and Grading Procedures
Assignments By Percentage of Final Grade
Quizzes |
10% |
Supply Check |
2.5% |
Shirt Project |
15% |
Sample Notebook |
10% |
Ditty Bag Project |
15% |
Quilt Sampler Project |
15% |
Costume Design Project |
10% |
Final Exam |
12.5% |
Lab Hours |
10% |
Total: |
100% |
Letter Grade |
Points |
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A |
93 – 100 points |
A- |
90 – 92 points |
B+ |
87 – 89 points |
B |
83 – 86 points |
B- |
80 – 82 points |
C+ |
77 – 79 points |
C |
73 – 76 points |
C- |
70 – 72 points |
D+ |
67 – 69 points |
D |
63 – 66 points |
D- |
60 – 62 points |
F |
59 and below |
Consult the latest Undergraduate or Graduate catalog for regulations and procedures regarding grading such as Incomplete grades, grade changes, and grade forgiveness.
Attendance/Participation
***Due to Covid-19 the former attendance policy for class meetings has been adjusted and missed classes will no longer count against students final grade. If you, someone you live with, or someone you have interacted for 30 minutes or more is thought to have Covid-19, please reach out to the instructor and DO NOT attend in person class meetings. A Zoom meeting or reschedule in-person meeting can be scheduled if there is communication with the instructor.***
Attendance Policy:
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- Excused absence = Reason for the absence clearly communicated to instructor.
- Instructor will work with the student on rescheduling class meeting to review work.
- Unexcused absences
- Without clear communication, the instructor will not be responsible to rescheduling class meeting to review work.
- Excused absence = Reason for the absence clearly communicated to instructor.
Communication of Absence:
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- If you know ahead of time that you will miss a schedule class meeting, email the professor so that it can be planned for ahead of time.
- If you wake up ill, emailing the day of is acceptable.
- Failure to communicate about an absence more than a week after the missed class meeting will be considered unexcused, the the instructor will not reschedule the missed meeting.
The Undergraduate Catalog states, “Reasons for acceptable absences may include illness, serious family emergencies, special curricular requirements (e.g., judging trips, field trips, professional conferences), military obligations, severe weather conditions, and religious holidays.”
Course Schedule
Date |
In-class Material |
Reading/Quiz Schedule |
(1) Tuesday, August 25th |
Introduction, class overview, list of materials needed Explanation of costume shop set-up and personnel Virtual Tour the Shop Shop Safety Take Measurement Reading commercial pattern Envelope Intro to Shirt Project If Time: Intro to Sewing Machines |
BSCC: Sewing Machines and basic stitching - 28-41; Seams - 44-7; Measurements – pg. 93-8; Tools of the Trade– pg. 155-61;
Handouts: “Using the Sewing Machine” & “General Pressing Procedures”
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Lab Hours / HW – Readings / Intro to Sewing Machines |
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(2) Thursday, August 27th |
Finish Intro to Sewing Machines Reading a Ruler Sewing Ruler (1) Plain Seam/ Pressing (2) Top Stitching Start Rectangular Face Mask |
BSCC: Using Commercial Patterns – pg. 151-4 |
Quiz #1 - finished by 5pm Friday |
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Lab Hours / HW – Readings / Finish Mask / Watch - Pressing and Rolling Fabric Yardage - Video |
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(3) Tuesday, September 1st
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***Sewing Kit Due in class*** Sewing Basics - Threading a needle (3) Darts (4) Even Basting Stitch (5) Uneven Basting Stitch (6) Thread Marking Continue Pressing and Rolling Laying out fabric/patterns for cutting |
BSCC: Darts – pg. 43; Hand Stitches – pg. 1-6; 8
Handouts: “Overlock or Serger Sewing Machine” & “Finishes for Plain Seams”
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Lab Hours / HW – Readings /Finish Pressing Fabric / Goal - have shirt cut be end of week. |
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(4) Thursday, September 3rd |
Prepare basic Seam Finish Sample (7) Overlock Machine Finish Cutting Shirt Project Start Assembling Shirt Project |
BSCC: Interlocking Stitch (Serging) – pg. 60
Quiz #2 - finished by 5pm Friday |
Lab Hours / HW – Readings / Work on samples / Goal - have shirt cut be end of week. |
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(5) Tuesday, September 8th |
(8) Concave Curves (9) Convex Curves Grading and clipping Curved Mask Continue Shirt Project |
BSCC: Special Techniques – pg. 65-7
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Lab Hours / HW – Readings / Continue Mask / Continue Shirt Project |
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(6) Thursday, September 10th |
(10) Inward Corners (11) Outward Corners Continue Shirt Project |
BSCC: Special Techniques – pg. 67-9
Quiz #3 - finished by 5pm Friday |
Lab Hours / HW – Readings / Finish Mask / Continue Shirt Project |
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(7) Tuesday, September 5th |
Tying Knots (12) Slip Stitch Continue Shirt Project |
BSCC: Slipstitches – pg. 12
Handout: “Machine-worked Buttonholes” |
Lab Hours / HW – Readings / Continue Shirt Project |
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(8) Thursday, September 17th |
(13) Machine Buttonholes Continue Shirt Project |
Quiz #4 - finished by 5pm Friday |
Lab Hours / HW – Readings / Continue Shirt Project |
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(9) Tuesday, September 22nd |
(14) Shank Button (15) Four-hole Button Continue Shirt Project |
BSCC: Hand Sewn Fasteners – pg. 21-23
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Lab Hours / HW – Readings / Continue Shirt Project |
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(10) Thursday, September 24th
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(16) Gathering Continue Shirt Project |
BSCC: Eased Seam – pg. 42; 49;
Quiz #5 - finished by 5pm Friday |
Lab Hours / HW – Readings / Continue Shirt Project |
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(11) Tuesday, September 29th |
Finish Shirt Project |
Handouts: “Fabric Preparation and Use” / “Characteristics of Textile Fibers” / “/ Fiber Performance Properties,” / “Fabric Types” / “Properties of Major Textile Fibers”
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Lab Hours / HW – Readings / Continue Shirt Project |
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(12) Thursday, October 1st |
Shirt Project Due by 5pm today. Lecture on Fabrics Intro to Ditty Bag Project |
BSCC: Fabric Basics – pg. 81-90
Quiz #6 - finished by 5pm Friday |
Lab Hours / HW – Readings / Purchase materials for project by next week |
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(13) Tuesday, October 6th |
(17) Flatlining (18) Backstitch |
BSCC: Backstitch – pg. 10
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Lab Hours / HW – Readings / Purchase materials for project by next week |
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(14) Thursday, October 8th |
Materials for Ditty Bag Project Due (19) Whip Stitch (20) Catch Stitch Start cutting Bag Project |
BSCC: Catch Stitch – pg. 7; Hemming (Whip Stitch) pg. 14;
Quiz #7 - finished by 5pm Friday |
Lab Hours / HW – Readings / Continue Cutting Ditty Bag Project / Continue Samples |
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(15) Tuesday, October 13th |
(21) Zipper Sample Finish cutting/ Start Assembling Ditty Bag Project |
BSCC: Advanced Techniques - Zippers – pg. 71-4 |
Lab Hours / HW – Readings / Start Assembling Ditty Bag Project / Continue Samples |
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(16) Thursday, October 15th |
(22) Fell Stitch Continue Assembling Ditty Bag Project |
Quiz #8 - finished by 5pm Friday |
Lab Hours / HW – Readings / Continue Assembling Ditty Bag Project / Continue Samples |
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(17) Tuesday, October 20th |
(23) Hooks & eyes (loop) Continue Assembling Ditty Bag Project |
BSCC: Hooks – pg. 23-4
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Lab Hours / HW – Readings / Continue Assembling Ditty Bag Project / Continue Samples |
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(18) Thursday, October 22nd |
(24) Snaps Continue Assembling Ditty Bag Project |
BSCC: Snaps – pg. 26
Quiz #9 - finished by 5pm Friday |
Lab Hours / HW – Readings / Continue Assembling Ditty Bag Project / Continue Samples |
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(19) Tuesday, October 27th |
(25) Hook & bar Continue Assembling Ditty Bag Project |
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Lab Hours / HW – Readings / Continue Assembling Ditty Bag Project / Continue Samples |
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(20) Thursday, October 29th |
Introduction to Quilting Square Project (26) Bias Bound Extra Credit: Skirt Hook & Bar, Pinked Edge, & Two Stitch & Zig Continue Assembling Ditty Bag Project
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BSCC: Seam Finishes – pg. 57-60; Cutting and Preparing Bias Strips – pg. 70
Quiz #10 - finished by 5pm Friday |
Lab Hours / HW – Watch Video links / Continue Assembling Ditty Bag Project / Continue Samples |
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(21) Tuesday, November 3rd |
Lecture on Costume Process
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Lab Hours / HW – Finish Assembling Ditty Bag Project / Continue Samples |
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(22) Thursday, November 5th |
Ditty Bag Project Due Start Assembling Quilt Sampler Project |
BSCC: Pattern Making Basics – pg. 101-4; |
Lab Hours / HW – Continue Quilting Square Project / Continue Samples |
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(23) Tuesday, November 10th |
Continue Assembling Quilt Sampler Project |
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Lab Hours / HW – Continue Quilting Square Project / Continue Samples |
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(24) Thursday, November 12th |
Continue Assembling Quilt Sampler Project |
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Lab Hours / HW – Continue Quilting Square Project / Continue Samples |
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(25) Tuesday, November 17th |
Continue Assembling Quilt Sampler Project |
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Lab Hours / HW – Continue Quilting Square Project / Continue Samples |
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(26) Thursday, November 19th |
Finish Assembling Quilt Sampler Project |
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Lab Hours / HW – Continue Quilting Square Project / Continue Samples |
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(27) Tuesday, November 24th |
Quilt Sampler & Sample Notebook Due Introduction to Costume Design Project Workday on Outstanding Work |
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Lab Hours / HW – Costume Design Project - Due next Tuesday |
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Thursday, November 26th |
Thanksgiving Break |
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(28) Tuesday, December 1st |
Costume Design Project Due To be presented in during scheduled class time via Zoom. |
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(29) Thursday, December 3rd |
Final Exam Review |
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Using Webcourse
Webcourses is an online course management system (accessed through my.ucf.edu and then the “Online Course Tools” tab) which will be used as a medium for turning in assignments and a forum for communicating with your teammates. Under the “Discussion” section, you will have a designated forum section. My recommendation is to check Webcourses every 2-3 days for updates from your teammates or myself. You will find:
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- Weekly Modules with course guide, lecture notes, and embedded video demonstrations
- Assessment breakdowns and submission pages
- Semester long calendar
- Gradebook
- Grade Rubrics
- Discussion forum
- Link to Zoom
- And much more.
Online Etiquette
Before posting in a forum, always make sure your posting has no grammar, punctuation or spelling errors. You may do this by copying and pasting the text into Microsoft Word, and pasting it back to the posting area.
Because of the continued remote instruction requirement due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this course will use Zoom for some synchronous (“real time”) class meetings after Thanksgiving (and in the case of future campus closures). Meeting dates and times will be scheduled through Webcourses@UCF and should appear on your calendar.
Please take the time to familiarize yourself with Zoom by visiting the UCF Zoom Guides at <https://cdl.ucf.edu/support/webcourses/zoom/>. You may choose to use Zoom on your mobile device (phone or tablet).
Things to Know About Zoom:
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- You must sign in to my Zoom session using your UCF NID and password.
- The Zoom sessions are recorded.
- Improper classroom behavior is not tolerated within Zoom sessions and may result in a referral to the Office of Student Conduct.
- You can contact Webcourses@UCF Support at <https://cdl.ucf.edu/support/webcourses/> if you have any technical issues accessing Zoom.
Closed-toe shoes must be worn at all times while the student is in the shop. This is a safety regulation and if the student does not have proper footwear for class or lab hours. The student will also work with sharp, hot, and potentially dangerous items and should consider these possible safety risks when dressing for class.
No cell phones may be used at any time during class. Phones must be turned off or silenced and stowed out of sight. No messaging, phone calls. Listening to audio will be allowed only upon request.
No food or drink, other than water, is allowed in the workspace. Nothing ruins a garment more than stray food or spilled coffee. Water should be in bottles or cups with a closing top.
Respecting the shared space within the costume shop is everyone’s responsibility. In addition to an expected atmosphere of professionalism in conduct and language, this means respecting the physical workspace as well. Whether the student is in class or completing lab hours, they should never leave a project (completed or in process) out on a table or at a machine unattended. Be aware that this is not the only class that takes place in the costume shop and other students use the shop for production credits and scholarship hour requirements. If the student utilizes tools or materials during this time, they should return those items to where they belong. Upon leaving the shop for the day, make sure the space looks better than you found it. And if something is not working properly, let the professor know.
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Required Statement Regarding COVID-19
University-Wide Face Covering Policy for Common Spaces and Face-to-Face Classes
To protect members of our community, everyone is required to wear a facial covering inside all common spaces including classrooms (https://policies.ucf.edu/documents/PolicyEmergencyCOVIDReturnPolicy.pdf. Students who choose not to wear facial coverings will be asked to leave the classroom by the instructor. If they refuse to leave the classroom or put on a facial covering, they may be considered disruptive (please see the Golden Rule for student behavior expectations). Faculty have the right to cancel class if the safety and well-being of class members are in jeopardy. Students will be responsible for the material that would have been covered in class as provided by the instructor.
Notifications in Case of Changes to Course Modality
Depending on the course of the pandemic during the semester, the university may make changes to the way classes are offered. If that happens, please look for announcements or messages in Webcourses@UCF or Knights email about changes specific to this course.
COVID-19 and Illness Notification
Students who believe they may have a COVID-19 diagnosis should contact UCF Student Health Services (407-823-2509) so proper contact tracing procedures can take place.
Students should not come to campus if they are ill, are experiencing any symptoms of COVID-19, have tested positive for COVID, or if anyone living in their residence has tested positive or is sick with COVID-19 symptoms. CDC guidance for COVID-19 symptoms is located here: (https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/symptoms-testing/symptoms.html)
Students should contact their instructor(s) as soon as possible if they miss class for any illness reason to discuss reasonable adjustments that might need to be made. When possible, students should contact their instructor(s) before missing class.
In Case of Faculty Illness
If the instructor falls ill during the semester, there may be changes to this course, including having a backup instructor take over the course. Please look for announcements or mail in Webcourses@UCF or Knights email for any alterations to this course.
Course Accessibility and Disability COVID-19 Supplemental Statement
Accommodations may need to be added or adjusted should this course shift from an on-campus to a remote format. Students with disabilities should speak with their instructor and should contact sas@ucf.edu to discuss specific accommodations for this or other courses.
Policy Statements
UCF Cares
During your UCF career, you may experience challenges including struggles with academics, finances, or your personal well-being. UCF has a multitude of resources available to all students. Please visit UCFCares.com if you are seeking resources and support, or if you are worried about a friend or classmate. Free services and information are included for a variety of student concerns, including but not limited to alcohol use, bias incidents, mental health concerns, and financial challenges. You can also e-mail ucfcares@ucf.edu with questions or for additional assistance. You can reach a UCF Cares staff member between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. by calling 407-823-5607. If you are in immediate distress, please call Counseling and Psychological Services to speak directly with a counselor 24/7 at 407-823-2811, or please call 911.
***This syllabus is subject to change. All changes will be announced, reflected within the course calendar within WebCourses and emailed to each student.***
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