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TXT201 Textiles & Costumes for Theatre & Television (8)

Abstract

This subject is designed to extend the students? understanding of processes used in the production of textile and costume. Through an analysis of historical and contemporary design, students will explore the processes of drafting, construction, fabric colouration, complex fabric manipulation and embellishments.

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Subject information

Duration Grading System School:
One sessionHD/FLSchool of Communication and Creative Industries

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
- be able to analyse, construct and manipulate pattern structures from a two dimensional form through to a finished constume
- be able to identify, utlise and integrate relevant technical processes for fabric manipulation and construction
- be able to demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between visual investigation, experimentation and design resolution(s)
- be able to exhibit strategies for problem solving based on an understanding of historical and contemporary design.

Syllabus

The subject will cover the following topics:
- pattern drafting, measurement, paper and calico toille - construction - fabric selection: - relationship of cloth to design - alternative materials - fabric colouration - alternative colouration processes: - sublimation - devoré - resist - fabric manipulation - surface manipulation - scaffolding: boning/wiring/padding - machine surfaces - costume design and production - historical and contemporary garment design and construction; - production of costume from initial design research to stage presentation. - Occupational Health and Safety - OHS practices relating to studio practice.

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The information contained in the 2015 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 01 October 2015. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.