Costume Cutter/Draper Certificate
PROGRAM CODE: 2C19663
The Costume Cutter/Draper Certificate provides the student with training to create patterns, cut and assemble costumes for the entertainment industry. Students also receive training in basic theatrical production process. This certificate is designed to provide the student with a course of study leading to certification and employment in the entertainment industry as a Costume Cutter/Draper. This certificate requires the completion of 24-31 units. All courses must be completed with a grade of C or better.
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses (18-23 units): | ||
| FASH 101 F | Basic Sewing Techniques (formerly Clothing I) | 2 |
| FASH 108 F | Flat Pattern Methods and Design I (formerly FASH 108AF) | 2 |
| FASH 201 F | Fashion Sewing (formerly Clothing II) | 2 |
| FASH 209 F | Draping (formerly FASH 209AF) | 2 |
| THEA 130 F | Beginning Theatre Workshop 1 | .5-3 |
| or THEA 131 F | Intermediate Theatre Workshop | |
| or THEA 134 F | Beginning Theatre Practicum (formerly THEA 133 F) | |
| or THEA 178 F | Beginning Musical Theatre Production | |
| THEA 171 F | Survey of Theatrical Costuming (formerly THEA 145 F) | 3 |
| THEA 246 F | 1 | 3 |
| THEA 256 F | 1 | 3 |
| or THEA 257 F | ||
| or THEA 258 F | ||
| or THEA 259 F | ||
| THEA 153 F | Introduction to Stage Crew Activity (formerly THEA 149 F) 1 | 0.5-3 |
| or THEA 159 F | Beginning Stage Crew Activity | |
| or THEA 249 F | Intermediate Stage Crew Activity | |
| or THEA 250 F | Advanced Stage Crew Activity | |
| Restricted Electives (6-8 units): | 6-8 | |
| Digital Fashion Flat Sketching | 2 | |
| Modern Dramatic Literature | 3 | |
| Apparel Production | 2 | |
| Pattern Grading | 2 | |
| Textiles | 4 | |
| Fashion History - The Evolution of Dress, Culture and Style (formerly Fashion History of Costume) | 3 | |
| Patternmaking: Collections | 2 | |
| Men's Patternmaking | 2 | |
| Theatrical City Tours: London | 2 | |
| Beginning Theatre Workshop 1 | 3 | |
| Intermediate Theatre Workshop 1 | 1-3 | |
| Beginning Stage Crew Activity 1 | 0.5-3 | |
| Beginning Musical Theatre Production 1 | 0.5-3 | |
| Intermediate Stage Crew Activity 1 | 0.5-3 | |
| Advanced Stage Crew Activity 1 | 0.5-3 | |
THEA 256 F | 1 | 3 |
THEA 257 F | 1 | 3 |
THEA 258 F | 1 | 3 |
THEA 259 F | 1 | 3 |
| Total Units | 24-31 | |
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This course cannot be credited for both restricted and required units.
Outcome 1: Demonstrate a working knowledge of costume and shop terminology for the purpose of interpretation, problem-solving, and decision-making as it relates to a costume cutter/draper.
Outcome 2: Research, analyze, and interpret actors' measurements with a costume sketch to successfully create a pattern and toiles for the actor.
Outcome 3: Create, communicate, coordinate, and articulate a historical pattern for the purpose of a production's patterning needs.
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