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Students develop skills to manage
their individual and family wardrobes, for decision making as a clothing
consumer, and for understanding the role of the clothing and textile industry in
the economy. Emphasis is on clothing selection; the clothing needs of the
family; wardrobe coordination; clothing care; characteristics of fibers; types
of fabrics and fabric finishes; laws and regulations for textiles industry; use
and care of sewing supplies and equipment; fabric selection; clothing
construction techniques; jobs and careers; computer use and the effects of
technology on the industry. After the first month, the focus shifts to a
lab-oriented classroom with students constructing garments at their own expense.
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