5/5/2024 3:20:02 AM	FASH 72A Course Outline as of Fall 1997	Changed Course
CATALOG INFORMATION
Discipline and Nbr:  FASH 72A	Title:  SEWING WITH SERGERS
Full Title:  Sewing with Sergers
Last Reviewed:3/2/2009

Units		Course Hours per Week			Nbr of Weeks	Course Hours Total
Maximum	1.50	Lecture Scheduled	1.00		17 max.	Lecture Scheduled	17.00
Minimum	1.50	Lab Scheduled	2.00		16 min.	Lab Scheduled	34.00
		Contact DHR	0			Contact DHR	0
		Contact Total	3.00			Contact Total	51.00
		Non-contact DHR	0			Non-contact DHR Total	0

Total Out of Class Hours:  34.00

Total Student Learning Hours: 85.00

Title 5 Category:  AA Degree Applicable
Grading:  Grade or P/NP
Repeatability:  03 - May Be Taken for a Total of 3 Units
Also Listed As: 
Formerly:  CLTX 72A

Catalog Description:

This course emphasizes how to use today's serger machine to its fullest potential.  Fundamentals of tension adjustment for special effects and decorative uses and problem solving techniques are emphasized.  A variety of threads, ribbons and yarns will be used.  Students will construct a garment and samples using specific serger sewing techniques as they apply to contemporary fabrics and styles.  Students must provide their own serger.

Prerequisites/Corequisites:

Recommended Preparation:

Limits on Enrollment:

Schedule of Classes Information
Description:

Basic fundamentals of sewing with a serger including tension adjustment for special techniques & decorative uses.  A variety of threads, ribbons and yarns will be used.  Additional techniques applicable to clothing construction will be demonstrated.  Students must provide their own serger.

(Grade or P/NP)
Prerequisites:
Recommended:
Limits on Enrollment:
Transfer Credit:CSU;
Repeatability:03 - May Be Taken for a Total of 3 Units

ARTICULATION, MAJOR, and CERTIFICATION INFORMATION

Associate Degree:		Effective:		Inactive:
Area:
CSU GE:	Transfer Area			Effective:	Inactive:
IGETC:	Transfer Area			Effective:	Inactive:
CSU Transfer:	Transferable	Effective:	Fall 1981	Inactive:	Spring 2005
UC Transfer:		Effective:		Inactive:
C-ID:

Certificate/Major Applicable: Not Certificate/Major Applicable

COURSE CONTENT

Outcomes and Objectives:
At the conclusion of this course, the student should be able to:

(1) Demonstrate basic skills in using a serger by constructing 25

samples applying a variety of techniques.  (2)  Analyze and correct

tensions for variety of fabrics and threads.  (3)  Describe the proper

care and cleaning of the serger machine.  (4)  Evaluate and apply the

correct serging techniques appropriate for individual projects.

Topics and Scope

1.  How a serger works.

2.  Use and care of a serger.

   A.  Proper threading.

   B.  Cleaning and oiling.

3.  Tension adjustments.

   A.  Length and width of stitches.

   B.  Types of thread used.

   C.  Rolled hem.

   D.  Flatlock.

4.  Serger applications and techniques.

   A.  Balanced stitch.

       1.  3-thread stitch.

       2.  4-thread stitch.

       3.  3-thread seam finish.

          4.  Twin needle topstitching-elastic

          5.  Twin needle topstitching-hem.

          6.  Inside corner.

          7.  Continuous placket.

          8.  Painless placket sleeve and cuff.

          9.  Sew around a square.

         10.  Full skirt hem.

         11.  Easy stretch belt.

         12.  Rayon thread.

         13.  Textured wooly nylon thread.

         14.  Sewing circles.

   B.    Rolled Hem

          1.  3-thread rolled hem.

          2.  Scalloped rolled hem.

       3.  Fishline rolled hem.

       4.  Serger piping.

       5.  Spaghetti strap.

       6.  Lettuce rolled hem.

   C.  Flatlock.

       1.  3-thread flatlock.

       2.  Flatlocking on a fold.

       3.  Fringed flatlock.

   D.  Garment construction techniques.

       1.  Blanket stitch.

       2.  Differential feed on a sweaterknit.

       3.  Ribbing on a sweater knit.

       4.  Mitered ribbing.

       5.  Sweatshirt ideas.

         6.  Heirloom sewing.

         7.  Four-step blouse.

         8.  Lingerie.

Assignments:

Make 25 samples for a notebook showing different techniques and

threads.  Construct two garments which use the techniques learned.

Methods of Evaluation/Basis of Grade.

Writing: Assessment tools that demonstrate writing skill and/or require students to select, organize and explain ideas in writing.		Writing 0 - 0%
None
This is a degree applicable course but assessment tools based on writing are not included because problem solving assessments and skill demonstrations are more appropriate for this course.
Problem solving: Assessment tools, other than exams, that demonstrate competence in computational or non-computational problem solving skills.		Problem Solving 10 - 20%
APPLICATION OF SEWING TECHNIQUES TO GARMENT
Skill Demonstrations: All skill-based and physical demonstrations used for assessment purposes including skill performance exams.		Skill Demonstrations 65 - 85%
Class performances, completed garments & notebook.
Exams: All forms of formal testing, other than skill performance exams.		Exams 0 - 0%
None
Other: Includes any assessment tools that do not logically fit into the above categories.		Other Category 5 - 20%
Attendance

Representative Textbooks and Materials:

Singer - Sewing with an Overlock - 1989

Serger Idea Book - 1989

Creative Serging, Illustrated - 1987 by Gail Brown and Patti Palmer

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