Use to propose new general education courses (except writing courses), to change existing gen ed courses and to remove designations for existing gen ed courses.
Note: One-time-only general education designation may be requested for experimental courses (X91-previously X95), granted only for the semester taught. A NEW request must be submitted for the course to receive subsequent general education status.
Group
(submit separate forms if requesting more than one general education group designation) / III. Language / VII: Social Sciences
X / III Exception: Symbolic Systems * / VIII: Ethics Human Values
IV: Expressive Arts / IX: American European
V: Literary Artistic Studies / X: Indigenous Global
VI: Historical Cultural Studies / XI: Natural Sciences
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*Courses proposed for this designation must be standing requirements of majors that qualify for exceptions to the modern and classical language requirement
Dept/Program / School of Theatre Dance: BFA in Theatre, Design/Tech Specialization / Course # / UG THTR 345 (DRAM 341)
Course Title / Flat Pattern Design & Drafting
Prerequisite / THTR 255 (DRAM 231): Drafting for the Theatre I / Credits / 3
II. Endorsement/Approvals
Complete the form and obtain signatures before submitting to Faculty Senate Office
Please type / print name / Signature / Date
Instructor / Alessia Carpoca
Phone / Email / x6709
Program Chair / Mark Dean
x2879
Dean / Dr. Stephen Kalm
x4970
III. Type of request
New / X / One-time Only / Change / Remove
Reason for Gen Ed inclusion, change or deletion / Bachelor of Fine Arts students in Design/Technology are required (by School of Theatre & Dance and National Association of Schools of Theatre [NAST] standards) to pass a sequence of courses that instill a fluency in the method of communication for theatre designers and technicians. The course sequence depends on the design emphasis in which the student is enrolled. All students take the pre-requisite course of THTR 255(DRAM 231): Drafting for Theatre, which addresses hand-drafting. They then take one of three approved courses which address specific learning outcomes for their respective emphases. Lighting students take THTR 355 Section 01 (DRAM 332.01): Computer-Aided Drafting/VectorWorks, scenery students take THTR 355 Section 02 (DRAM 332.02):Computer-Aided Drafting/AutoCAD, and costuming students take THTR 345(DRAM 341): Flat Pattern Design & Drafting.
These courses are recognized globally and are a requirement for NAST accreditation of a university design/technology program. Another condition of our NAST accreditation is the required credit load for BFA Design/Tech students, which stands at 72 credits (excluding general education courses). The ability to use these existing courses as an appropriate substitute for symbolic systems courses currently in place would ease the current credit load on our students, is an appropriate substitute with respect to rigorous student learning goals, and would be used only by a very select group—those students wishing to earn the pre-professional degree of a BFA in Design/Technology.
Description of change / Drafting sequence for BFA Design/Tech students to be designated as an acceptable substitution for the UM General Education Symbolic Systems sequence (Group III).
IV. Description and purpose of new general education course: General Education courses must be introductory and foundational within the offering department or within the General Education Group. They mustemphasize breadth, context, and connectedness; and relate course content to students’ future lives: See Preamble:
The BFA degree with a Design/Technology emphasis in the School of Theatre Dance has an extended curriculum (72 credits) as mandated by the National Association of Schools of Theatre (NAST) which requires fluency in hand drafting and flat-pattern drafting. As drafting is the recognized means of communication within the theatre design/technology industry, it is imperative that our students not only understand, but are highly skilled in this means of dialogue. The Flat-Pattern Design and Drafting course is an intensive classroom experience which teaches students how to translate costume renderings into two-dimensional, measured, full-scale patterns that are then used to create garments for the stage. Often in theatre, costumes are of a nature, style, period, and design that exclude the mainstream method of construction from existing patterns. Our students must be able to create their own patterns from painted renderings and designer sketches in order to fabricate unique, exotic, and challenging clothing for the stage.
V. Criteria: Briefly explain how this course meets the criteria for the group. See:
1. Rigorously presents a mapping between a real-world system and a human abstraction of thesystem. / Design concepts for theatre can be quite abstract and are often new forms that have never before existed. Our students are learning how to translate these wildly creative and unique designs into clear, understandable, and accurate patterns that can be calculated, measured, and constructed. It is important to note that there are not set rules, guidelines or designs for a theatre production. Each show exists within its own concept and almost always generates a new perspective and physical characteristics that may never have been used before. Students are constantly challenged to turn abstract expressions into concrete objects—something that is impossible without the ability to draft well and to communicate through measured patterns.
2. Applies analysis, reasoning and creative thinking in theunderstanding and manipulationof symbolic codes. / Students must be able to use analysis, reasoning, and creative thought in order to create measured patterns which convey all the necessary information from an unrealized three-dimensional, sculptural object that exists only in conceptual form to two-dimensional drawings so that drapers, stitchers,first hands, and costume technicians anywhere in the world can create the objects. It is not uncommon fordesigners’ renderings to be outsourced from a designer in one location to a shop across the country or even the world. If students do not learn to create accurate, comprehensive, understandable patterns that adhere to universal standards, it will be impossible for them to succeed in this field.
3. Utilizes alternative methods ofcommunication, perception, andexpression in order to encouragerigorous thinking. / Flat pattern drafting is a means of communication that requires absolute precision and understanding in order for it to function. Students must be able to transpose the spoken and written word, along with three-dimensional objects, into clear, concise, multi-view two-dimensional measured patterns.
VI. Student Learning Goals: Briefly explain how this course will meet the applicable learning goals. See:
1. Demonstrate an understanding ofthe symbols and thetransformations of the system. / Students will understand all the symbols, graphics, line-types, views, dimensioning, notation, line-weights, etc., for use in pattern development for theatre, film, and television. See attachment for example.
2. Relay and interpret information in terms of the given symbolicsystem. / Students will learn the meaning and significance of all symbols and graphics so that they are successful both in the creation and the reading of measurablepatterns.
3. Apply creative thinking using thesymbolic system in order to solve problems and communicate ideas. / Students will learn how to translate design ideas from the conceptual stage to realized, accurate, measurable patterns.
VII. Justification: Normally, general education courses will not carry pre-requisites, will carry at least 3 credits, and will be numbered at the 100-200 level.If the course has more than one pre-requisite, carries fewer than three credits, or is upper division (numbered above the 200 level), provide rationale for exception(s).
The Flat Pattern Design and Draftingcourse has been placed at an upper-division level, and along with the one pre-requisite, there are a number of theatre-related experiences, both in class and through production, that are beneficial to the growth and development of our students prior to taking these courses. Historically, the complexity and depth of understanding for satisfactory completion of these courses has been more successful with students entering their junior years. It has been at the faculty advisor’s discretion, however, to place students in these 300-level courses as soon as their sophomore years depending upon skills acquired from other institutions.
VIII. Syllabus: Paste syllabus below or attach and send digital copy with form. The syllabus should clearly describe how the above criteria are satisfied. For assistance on syllabus preparation see:
THTR 345 (DRAM 341)Instructor: Alessia Carpoca
Flat Pattern Design and Drafting 243-6709/5271
3
TR 11:10 am-2:00 pmOffice Hours:MW 8-9:00 am
PAR/TV 40 W 1:30-2:30 pm
COURSE DESCRIPTION: Pattern development using flat patterning and drafting techniques. Principles of fitting garments to human form.
COURSE OBJECTIVES:
- To be able to take research, drawings, renderings or actual garments and create an accurate pattern using flat patterning and/or drafting techniques.
- To be able to seek out and locate, collect and use research to create accurate patterns.
- To be able to create accurate, clean and understandable patterns as well as cutting and construction processes.
- To train the patternmaker to communicate with others.
- To develop accurate and clean construction and finishing processes.
- To train and develop the eye to see line, shape and form.
- To develop the students’ ability to see both creatively and analytically while developing confidence in themselves and their work.
- To learn to work quickly and effectively in the costume construction process.
Macmillan Publishing (required)
EQUIPMENT:
Newsprint or brown craft paper a minimum of 36” wideCalculator
Flexible plastic ruler-18”X22”Compass
Tape measurePushpins
Pencils-mechanical or regularScotch tape
Paper and Fabric ScissorsFrench curve
EraserYard stick
Muslin for projectsHip curve
CLASS POLICIES:
Attendance-Attendance in this class in mandatory. Missing classes will greatly hinder student’s ability to proceed forward. Maximum of 3 absences-excused or unexcused- allowed after which final grade will be lowered by one letter grade per absence.
Tardiness-A person is considered as tardy if they are not in class when class begins. Three instances of tardiness will count as one absence.
Grading-The course work consists of daily projects, muslin projects and a final project. The combination of these items will equal your grade this course. Each project will receive a letter grade. Letter grades will be assigned and averaged according to the following scale to reach the course grade. Grades: A, B+, B, C+, C, C-, D+, D, D-, and F.
Students with Disabilities-Students with disabilities or special need should see the instructor.
DESIGN NOTEBOOK100 PTS TOTAL
Design Notebook will equal 10% of your grade
You will need to keep a research notebook throughout the semester that containing research for different periods, patterns and inspirations for pattern development.
GRADING PROCESS FOR DAILY PROJECTS100 PTS TOTAL
Daily Project will equal 40% of your total grade
PATTERNS: Patterns will be evaluated on the following criteria:
-correct interpretation of design and research 25 pts.
-accuracy of pattern 25 pts.
i.e.-grain line, seam lines, dart lines, facings, etc.
-ease with which pattern can be constructed 25 pts.
i.e.-notches, accurate directions on pattern and from pattern maker
-cleanliness and clarity of pattern directions 25 pts.
GRADING PROCESS FOR MUSLIN PROJECTS100 PTS TOTAL
Muslin Projects will equal 25% of your total grade
PATTERNS: Patterns will be evaluated on the following criteria: 40 pts.
-correct interpretation of design and research
-accuracy of pattern
i.e.-grain line, seam lines, dart lines, facings, etc.
-ease with which pattern can be constructed
i.e.-notches, accurate directions on pattern and from pattern maker
-cleanliness and clarity of pattern directions
MUSLIN GARMENTS: Muslin garments will be graded on the following criteria: 40 pts.
-clean and accurate cutting and marking of pattern pieces on muslin pieces
-appropriate seam allowances
-correct fit on form or person
-accuracy of stitching and finishing of garment
i.e.-stitching on stitch lines, seam allowances pressed appropriately, hems basted etc.
PATTERNMAKER: The student patternmaker will be graded on the following criteria: 20 pts.
-ability to communicate ideas through not only the pattern but through visual and oral communication
-ability to communicate with designer
-ability to communicate with individual during the fitting process (if applicable)
-ability to work with and relate to stitchers (if applicable)
-ability to keep their head during stressful situations
GRADING PROCESS FOR FINAL PROJECTS 100 PTS TOTAL
Final Project will equal 25% of your total grade
PATTERNS: Patterns will be evaluated on the following criteria: 40 pts.
-correct interpretation of design and research
-accuracy of pattern
i.e.-grain line, seam lines, dart lines, facings, etc.
-ease with which pattern can be constructed
i.e.-notches, accurate directions on pattern and from pattern maker
-cleanliness and clarity of pattern directions
MUSLIN GARMENTS: Muslin garments will be graded on the following criteria: 40 pts.
-clean and accurate cutting and marking of pattern pieces on muslin pieces
-appropriate seam allowances
-correct fit on form or person
-accuracy of stitching and finishing of garment
i.e.-stitching on stitch lines, seam allowances pressed appropriately, hems basted etc.
PATTERNMAKER: The student patternmaker will be graded on the following criteria: 20 pts.
-ability to communicate ideas through not only the pattern but through visual and oral communication
-ability to communicate with designer
-ability to communicate with individual during the fitting process (if applicable)
-ability to work with and relate to stitchers (if applicable)
-ability to keep their head during stressful situations
PROJECTS:
Daily Projects:
-A series of bodice patterns created from assigned research and sketches. Will use dart manipulation techniques learned in class.
-bodice treatments
-neckline, facing and collar techniques
-sleeves
-A series of skirt patterns will be developed by the flat pattern method used in class
-gored skirts
-circle skirts
-flared skirts
-pleated skirts
-wrap skirts
Muslin Projects:
-Project #1You will find a sloper that is closest to the measurements of your dress form. You will then, using the handout given you in class, alter the sloper you have chosen to fit your form’s measurements, create a muslin mockup, fit mockup and transfer alterations to your pattern.
-Project #2 Using the flat patterning techniques learned in class, a bodice pattern will be developed by flat patterning method. This will become a complete muslin mockup that will be developed, fit and finished for an assigned form in the shop. Design will be assigned by the Instructor.
-Project #3- Using the flat patterning techniques learned in class, a dress pattern will be developed by flat patterning method. This will become a complete muslin mockup that will be developed, fit and finished for an assigned form in the shop. Design will be assigned by the Instructor.
-Project #4:-Using a pants draft assigned by the Instructor, you will develop, fit and finish a pants mockup for a person in the class. Instructor will assign patternmaking teams for this project.
Final Project: A complete garment will be developed, fit and finished for a form or person assigned to you from our class. This will be a completion of all you have learned in class including:
-flat patterning and accurate pattern development and marking
-fitting
-finishing
-working and communicating with others
The patternmaker will choose a period garment they want to produce for their final project. Instructor reserves all rights for approval or denial of design.
Design Notebook: You will need to keep a research notebook throughout the semester that contains research for different periods, patterns and inspirations for pattern development. You will be asked to present you notebook throughout the semester to reinforce your work, as well as to check on your progress. The Notebook will be due mid semester and at the end of the semester for grading.
All Theatre & Dance students must have an in-depth knowledge of the practices and procedures outlined in the School of Theatre & Dance Handbook. The Handbook is available online at
Academic Misconduct and the Student Conduct Code
All students must practice academic honesty. Academic misconduct is subject to an academic penalty by the course instructor and/or a disciplinary sanction by the University.
All students need to be familiar with the Student Conduct code. The Code is available for review online at
Please note: Approved general education changes will take effect next fall.
General education instructors will be expected to provide sample assessment items and corresponding responses to the Assessment Advisory Committee.
ATTACHMENT
Additional documentation for General Education Group III: Symbolic Systems form
Substitution Request
School of Theatre & Dance
Fall 2009
Attachment #1Flat Pattern design (and executed costume piece from pattern) for historically accurate corset