Sewing - Beginners Level 1

Course code FASH 1154

Credit 0.0

Length 30.0 hours

Course outline View

This course is for the beginner sewer who wants to build basic skills in sewing and construction techniques. During the course you will gain practical experience in the use of industrial sewing machines and develop familiarity with assembly methods through the construction of 2 simple garments. This course is suitable for home sewers and students building a portfolio for acceptance into a fashion design program.

Prerequisites

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What you will learn

  • industrial sewing machine parts and operations
    basic construction techniques
    sewing
    finishing

How to register

This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.

Course schedules

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CRN# Duration Delivery Location
22074 May 5, 2026
to July 7, 2026
Lab VCC Downtown Campus See full schedule

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Contact us

If you have any question, please email at advising@vcc.ca.

† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.

Indigenous Territory Acknowledgment

VCC is located on the traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples, and we acknowledge our privilege to be here.