Apparel Construction- - Fundamental principles and terminology of clothing construction, with emphasis on the interrelationship of fiber, fabric, construction techniques, fit and care.
Introductory Textiles Lecture-discussion course presenting an introductory analysis of textile fibers, yarns, fabrics, dyestuffs and finishes as they relate to the selection of end-use products. Emphasis given to textiles in apparel.
Design Elements and Principles - Develops awareness of the relationships between creative expression and the quality of life in the family unit.
Advanced Apparel Construction - Theory and application of pattern alteration, fitting, advanced construction techniques; analysis of fabrics used in fashion apparel.
Fashion Industry - Overview of the structure and functioning of the fashion industry as it relates to apparel. Field trips required.
Apparel Analysis and Selection - Study of individual differences in relation to apparel selection and design.
Apparel and Human Behavior - Intercultural study of dress in relation to personal characteristics and societal patterns.
Apparel for Special Groups - Study of fashion products for their function and performance for all ages.Research and problem solving in a specialized area of fashion design,such as fashion products which provide easy access dressing solutions for independent and assisted dressing.
Apparel Quality: Analysis and Evaluation of Apparel Quality - Analysis of the quality of design, materials and construction techniques used in commercially produced apparel and accessories. Comparison of manufacturing processes, concepts of sizing,and principles of fit and pricing in relation to the target consumer in various markets.
Apparel flat Pattern Design - Principles of flat pattern design and their application in patternmaking.
Apparel Design Draping - Fundamental principles and techniques of designing clothing by the draping method. Theory of design as applied to draping. Emphasis placed on the interrelation of fabrics, design and form.
Advanced Draping – Advanced techniques of designing clothing by the draping method. Theory of design as applied to draping. Emphasis placed on the interrelation of knit fabrics,design and form.
Apparel Design Computer Aided Design, Pattern Making - Exploration of computer-aided apparel design software applications using the theoretical concepts of apparel design. Available for graduate credit.
Fashion Development, Illustration - Senior or graduate standing. Fashion products from conception through wholesale distribution. Existing and potential markets,sources of inspiration, procurement of materials, manufacturing technology, costing, production scheduling pricing, merchandising, promotion and distribution at the wholesale level.
Fashion show class - Senior or graduate status. Advanced study in apparel design and production,with emphasis on application of theoretical concepts to specialized apparel.Students are required to design, produce and present a design portfolio and a line of apparel.
Apparel Design Grading – learn how to increase and decrease sizes, rules and regulation
Apparel Design Marker making – learn how to layout different sizes and colors using codes, rules,regulations
Apparel Design Alteration Issues – how to fix first fitting patterns and correct fitting issues for production patterns and clothing constructions