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ATM 452 - History of Fashion


Description:
Historical changes in fashion and costume design from Egyptian period through Eastern civilization to present. Social, political, and religious influences on fashions. ATM 452 and TH 452 are cross-listed courses; students may not receive credit for both.

Credits: (4)

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

  • Classify historic periods of costume by garment silhouettes, sleeve design, skirt shape, hat style, accessories and other specific details
  • Distinguish recurring themes and concepts and understand the role of dress from a diverse, global perspective
  • Analyze social, cross-cultural, environmental, geographic, and artistic influences on clothing through time
  • Recognize fashion legends and their influence as well as newcomers and nonconformists-past and present
  • Employ terminology of historic clothing items
  • Further develop and demonstrate communication, writing, and presentation skills to enable students to have a competitive advantage in the apparel industry
  • Apply industry technology to execute professional quality work

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
3/4/2015

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