ATM 281 - Socio-cultural Aspects of Apparel

Description:
Clothing in relation to individual and group behavior patterns; personal and social meanings attributed to dress; and cultural patterns of technology, aesthetics, ritual, morality, and symbolism. Formerly FCSA 351 and ATM 351, students may not receive credit for both. Course will be offered every year (Fall, Winter, Summer).

Credits: (4)

General Education Category: K6 - Individual & Society

General Education Pathways: P3 Perspectives on Current Issues, P4 Social Justice, P6 Ways of Knowing

Learner Outcomes:

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

Examine the means in which raiment within a cultural context serves to fulfill the physical, environment, social, psychological and personal needs.
Utilize the systems theory perspective in order to understand multiple cultural factors related to dress in society including identity, technology, social organization, aesthetics, gender, religion, ritual, and age.
Analyze and interpret unique experiences of raiment from a cultural perspective.
Research raiment in real-life situations in relationship to social and cultural behavior.
Identify the structure of dress communication systems and theories and the effect on human interaction.
Value the diversity of our appearance by linking the purposes raiment serves for individuals and societies.
Apply critical thinking skills and inspire discussion relative to diverse perspectives, the body and raiment.

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
3/1/18

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