TA 430 - Costume Construction

Recent Professors: Mari O. Carson, Mari Carson
Recent Semesters: Fall 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Spring 2025
Class Size: Not published
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: None.
Fall 2026 Sections: View Fall 2026 sections of TA 430
Transfers To: CSU
Description: TA 430 Costume Construction Units: 3 Hours: 36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB Prerequisite: None. Transferable: CSU; UC C-ID: C-ID THTR 174 This course explores the basic areas of costume construction. Topics include fabrics, color, patterns, sewing techniques, costume pieces, and accessories. Period styles, costume analysis, and basic design are also covered. This course offers experience in constructing costumes for theatrical productions. Through the construction of costumes for the Theatre Arts productions students will learn techniques of pattern drafting and sewing for stage use.
Usually Held: Mon Wed 3:00pm–3:50pm, Mon Wed 4:00pm–5:20pm, Mon Wed 3:00pm–4:05pm, Mon Wed 3:50pm–5:15pm