FA1D03 - Dye and Breakdown for Character 01 Sep 2020 - 31 Aug 2026 | Version 1
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | FA1D03 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Dye and Breakdown for Character | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Business and Creative Industries | ||
| Faculty Group: | Fashion, Marketing and Photography | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Fashion Marketing and Photography | ||
| Module Leader: | Emma Embling | ||
| Module Team: | Caroline Thomas, Steven Wright | ||
| First Intended Intake: | JAN 2020 | Final Year of Intake: | 2025 |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 40 | Credit Level: | 4 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100055 - fashion design | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 1 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Sep 2020 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2026 |
Module Aims
1. To develop an understanding of character within a script/story in written form
2. To develop an understanding of colour theory in relation to dye and breakdown techniques
3. To develop costume sourcing and buying skills working to a set budget
4. To produce two complete costumes using appropriate dye and breakdown techniques
Content Summary
When appropriate a costume breakdown artist requires an ability to visually communicate character, through costume, to a variety of audiences.
The module provides a fundamental understanding of visual language and the artistic techniques required to produce representations of processes such as mud, sweat and blood. Students will learn the importance of creating character within a costume through the medium of dye and breakdown techniques.
No fabric costs are incurred as garments are reused from charity sources and donations.
Through a series of workshops each students will produce a series of samples- logging each process as they progress.
Upon completion of these workshops students will be required to work to a given budget, costume source and buy appropriate costume pieces for two characters. They will then dye and breakdown each costume pieces as appropriate.
Upon completion of the module students will demonstrate sophisticated dye and breakdown techniques and be able to identify the principles applied to when and where these techniques would be used within the world of costume.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 8 |
| Seminar | 6 |
| Demonstration | 20 |
| Practical classes and workshops | 20 |
| Supervised time in studio/workshop | 30 |
| Independent Study | 200 |
| Directed Study | 100 |
| Formative Assessment - Scheduled | 4 |
| Groupwork | 12 |
| Total Hours Selected | 400 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Produce and construct costumes using a variety of dye and breakdown techniques. |
| LO2 | Identify basic dye and breakdown techniques, applying these fundamental principles to the production of two costumes. |
| LO3 | Incorporate appropriate theory in projects, essays and other forms of work. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asynchronous Assessment | Project Output 2 | Two complete sourced and broken down costumes | 0 | N/A | 60 | No | 40 |
| Asynchronous Assessment | Project Output 1 | Sample book with appropriate research | 0 | N/A | 40 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | LO3 | |
| Project Output 2 | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Project Output 1 | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |