Textile Construction I
FAM101 or FAM102 | First OR Second Semester
ELECTIVE ⬜9 ⬛10 ⬛11 ⬛12
⬜DMACC ⬜NCAA ⬜RAI ⬜PBLN
OFFERED: ⬜Blended ⬜Online See appendix.

This course is designed to introduce students to the fundamental skills in Textile Construction.  The students will use a universal sewing machine and sergers to complete required projects. Students will learn and develop common sewing techniques to produce products that meet National FCS Standards. With success students will be recommended to go on to Textile Construction II.  Some class activities are conducted off-campus, and students are responsible for arranging their own transportation.

Textile Construction II
FAM201 or FAM202 | First OR Second Semester
Prerequisite: Textile Construction I or teacher recommendation
ELECTIVE ⬜9 ⬛10 ⬛11 ⬛12
⬛DMACC ⬜NCAA ⬜RAI ⬜PBLN
OFFERED: ⬜Blended ⬜Online See appendix.

This course has been designed to advance students’ knowledge in textile construction. Students will use machine skills to complete a variety of projects based on standards and individual skill level building. Students will complete projects based on fabric, style, and basic construction techniques. They will also learn notions, weaves, and design elements as they relate to construction. Students will work independently to complete projects within the given timeline. Some class activities are conducted off-campus, and students are responsible for arranging their own transportation.

FAM206 | Second Semester
ELECTIVE ⬜9 ⬛10 ⬛11 ⬛12
⬛DMACC ⬜NCAA ⬜RAI ⬜PBLN
OFFERED: ⬜Blended ⬜Online See appendix.

This is a one-semester course designed to provide experiences and information that will encourage students to develop a sense of fashion. Students will create personal projects dealing with design of fashion, fashion terminology, illustration, and design elements and principles. Students will also learn about fashion designers and have a chance to design some original creations from their perception. Some of the class activities are conducted off-campus, and students are responsible for arranging their own transportation. This class must be taken for DMACC credit.

Design Studio
FAM403 and FAM 404 | Full-Year Course
Prerequisite: Textile Construction II, Fashion Analysis and Design
ELECTIVE ⬜9 ⬜10 ⬛11 ⬛12
⬛DMACC ⬜NCAA ⬜RAI ⬜PBLN
OFFERED: ⬜Blended ⬜Online See appendix.

To be part of Design Studio, students need to have taken Textile Construction I and Fashion Analysis and Design. Students may be enrolled in Textile Construction II at the same time as Design Studio.

Design Studio will advance students’ learning in fields of design, incorporating skills in sewing, and fashion. Students will expand on designing, marketing, merchandising, buying, promoting, and advertising. Culminating projects could include the opportunity to raise funds to visit a fashion district. Cross-curricular opportunities will be utilized with the production of the final fashion show. Community involvement will be solicited for exposure and connections, with a mini fashion show in the fall, which will involve elementary-aged children. This class will also replace the Central Campus Fashion course. Students may take Sewing II in conjunction with this course.