Course Syllabus
FASH 62A, Flat Pattern Design 1
Section 2808 - Course Syllabus
Course Description
Students will learn the flat pattern method in which a sloper is used to create patterns for a variety of garment styles. Patterns for tops, skirts, dresses, sleeves, and collars are discussed. Construction of a garment from an original pattern is required.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the course, students will be able to:
Objectives
You can view the full Course Outline of Record (COR) for FASH 62A on the SRJC website.
Class Meetings
For Fall 2024 this class will meet in person in the Fashion Classroom PC 247 every Tuesday from 9:30am to 1:30pm. Live demonstrations will happen in class. Additional material is available online in Canvas. You are responsible to read and review all class content in Canvas in addition to attending the in person classes. Please note that some variation may occur between In Person demonstrations and the pre-recorded demos that are posted in Canvas. Students should refer to the Class Calendar and weekly Module Assignment topics for assignment directions.
Instructor Contact
Email: emelville@santarosa.edu
I will respond to emails or Canvas messages with 24 hours Monday through Friday.
Course Web Site
Students will use the Canvas course web site to access lecture notes, watch demonstration videos, review assignment instructions, submit assignments, share resources, and view grades.
Instructor Announcements
The instructor will post announcements on the Announcements page in Canvas throughout the semester. The most recent Announcements will also be visible on the Home page. Canvas notifies students according to their preferred Notification Preferences as soon as the instructor creates an Announcement. Please check your Account settings to be sure you are receiving Announcement Notifications.
Recommended (not required) Textbook
Patternmaking for Fashion Design by Helen Joseph Armstrong
Available from the Petaluma Bookstore website.
Attendance
- Students are expected to attend all sessions of the course in which they are enrolled.
- A student may be dropped from the class when that student’s absences exceed ten percent (10%) of the total hours of class time. For this class that would mean that after the 3rd absence the student will be dropped.
- Students who fail to attend the first class meeting may be dropped by the instructor. The start date for full semester online classes is the official first day of the semester; for short-term classes, the first day will be specified in the schedule of classes.
- If you will be absent for a reason that might be deemed "Excused" you must communicate with the instructor in advance if possible, or as promptly after the absence as possible.
- Unless it’s an emergency, please don’t make travel plans or personal appointments (counseling, doctor appt., etc.) during class time…they won’t be considered excused.
- Jobs are important, but if you have a job that often calls you in unexpectedly (during class time), this class may not be the right one for you.
- After 3 absences, whether excused or unexcused, the grade for Attendance and Participation will drop by one 10% (one letter grade) per absence.
Tardy Policy
- Students are expected to arrive to class on time. It is recommended that you arrive to the campus 20 minutes before class, and arrive to the classroom 5-10 minutes before the official start time for the class so that you have time to settle in and prepare for the start of class.
- Arriving in class after the lecture or demo has begun is distracting for the instructor and for other students. Late arrivals will be excused for the first 2 instances. After that, a tardy will count as 1/2 Attendance for the day. This means that 4 recorded late arrivals can result in the student being dropped from the class.
See full SRJC Attendance policy HERE
Late Work Policy
All assignments are due at the start of class on the due date. A submission that is more than 24 hours late will receive a 2% penalty unless prior arrangements have been made with your instructor. The grade for late assignments will drop by 2% every day up to 7 days. After One Week, the assignment grade will be dropped by 20%, and after Two Weeks the grade will drop 40%. No submissions will be accepted after 3 weeks late unless prior arrangements have been made.
Grading Policy
Visit “Grades” in the Class Menu to keep track of your grades. I will give feedback and post grades for assignments and exams within one week of the due date.
Methods of Evaluation
| Weekly Pattern and Sewing Assignments | 40% |
| Midterm & Final Quiz | 10% |
| Midterm Project - Basic Sloper | 15% |
| Final Project - Original Design | 25% |
| Attendance and Participation | 10% |
Important Dates
The following deadline dates have been established for this section:
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Dropping the Class
If you decide to discontinue this course, it is your responsibility to officially drop it to avoid getting no refund (after 10% of course length), a W symbol (after 20%), or a grade (after 60%). Also, for several consecutive, unexplained absences, the instructor may drop a student.
Pass‐NoPass (P/NP)
You may take this class P/NP. You must decide before the deadline, and add the option online with TLC or file the P/NP form with Admissions and Records. With a grade of C or better, you will get P.
Once you decide to go for P/NP, you cannot change back to a letter grade. If you are taking this course as part of a certificate program, you can probably still take the class P/NP. Check with a counselor to be sure.
Standards of Conduct
Students who register in SRJC classes are required to abide by the SRJC Student Conduct Standards. Violation of the Standards is basis for referral to the Vice President of Student Services or dismissal from class or from the College. See the Student Code of Conduct page.
Collaborating on or copying of tests or homework in whole or in part will be considered an act of academic dishonesty and result in a grade of 0 for that test or assignment. I encourage students to share information and ideas, but not their work. See these links on Plagiarism:
SRJC's policy on Academic Integrity
Although most students have likely heard about plagiarism during their years of schooling, it still is prevalent-even in higher education.
The video below reviews what plagiarism is and how not to do it.
Title IX: Confidentiality and Responsible Employee Statement
The Santa Rosa Junior College (SRJC) Theatre Arts and Fashion Department is committed to helping create a safe and open learning environment for all students. In accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, SRJC prohibits unlawful sexual harassment against any participant in its education programs or activities. This prohibition applies to all students, SRJC employees, and visitors to campus. If you (or someone you know) have experienced any form of sexual harassment, including sexual assault, dating or domestic violence, or stalking, know that help and support are available. The College strongly encourages all members of the community to take action, seek support and report incidents of sexual harassment to the Title IX Coordinator, Stephanie Jarrett at sjarrett@santarosa.edu or 707-527-4822. Reports may also be filed online.
If you wish to speak to a confidential employee, you can contact Student Psychological Services (Santa Rosa Campus 707-524-1595/ Petaluma Campus 707-778-3919). For more information about reporting options and resources at Santa Rosa Junior College and the community, please visit https://titleix.santarosa.edu/.
Special Needs
Students with disabilities who believe they need accommodations in this class are encouraged to contact Disability Resources (527-4278), as soon as possible to better ensure such accommodations are implemented in a timely fashion.
Other Important Policies and Practices
Netiquette, or Why Is It Harder to Be Polite Online?
Netiquette refers to using common courtesy in online communication. All members of the class are expected to follow netiquette in all course communications. Use these guidelines:
- Use capital letters sparingly. THEY LOOK LIKE SHOUTING.
- Forward emails only with a writer's permission.
- Be considerate of others' feelings and use language carefully.
- Cite all quotations, references, and sources (otherwise, it is plagiarism).
- Use humor carefully. It is hard to "read" tone; sometimes humor can be misread as criticism or personal attack. Feel free to use emoticons like :) for a smiley face to let others know you are being humorous.
- Use complete sentences and standard English grammar to compose posts. Write in proper paragraphs. Review work before submitting it.
- Text speak, such as "ur" for "your" or "ru" for "are you" etc., is only acceptable when texting.