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3.00 Credits
An overview of the history of costume in the western world. Depictions of costume from original source materials within the period are elaborated. Identification of garments of the period is highlighted with contemporary terminology as relevant. The historic and political context influencing style of dress within the time frame, as well as available fabrics of the period, are explored. 3 credits (Fall)
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The course provides students with a basic knowledge and understanding of apparel production operations. An overview of the basic industrial equipment and ts application provides students with the concepts of production, efficient and cost effective methods, and quality control. How operations affect design decisions and the final costing of a garment are elaborated. The course supplements courses on flat pattern making, textiles, and draping. The course allows an exploration of general operations and progresses to more specific technical applications. A studio course. 3 credits (Spring)
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3.00 Credits
The nature of textiles, the textile industry, and applications within the apparel industry are explored. Emphasis is on fibers, yarn, and fabrics, including natural and manmade varieties. 3 credits (Spring)
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3.00 Credits
An introduction to the basics of fashion drawing. Includes drawing and sketching utilizing the nude and clothed human form, as well as three dimensional objects within the fashion accessory category. A studio course emphasizing use of a variety of media including pencil, marker, and ink. A studio course. Prerequisite: Art 103. 3 credits (Fall)
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3.00 Credits
Focus is on calculations used in retail buying including procedures and mathematical principles. Terminology and concepts pertinent to retail merchandising are elaborated. The cycle of procedures that insures a gross margin and appropriate net profit is explored. Illustrates various facets of the merchandising cycle for direct or indirect involvement with activities related to buying at the retail level. Prerequisites: FDM 101. 3 credits (Spring)
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3.00 Credits
The course defines the logistics and implementation of the adoption process of trending for apparel design. Analysis of current trends, identification of consumer segmentation, specific market needs, and interpretation of research are included. Emphasis is on research, organization, analysis, interpretation and presentation. Prerequisite: ART 103, FDM 210. 3 credits (Spring)
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3.00 Credits
The course incorporates the concept of color and the perception of color via light, the human eye, and brain. Presentation of the technical applications necessary for professionals in the industry to understand the complexity of and vocabulary related to color. The emotion, spontaneity, and knowledge necessary to create color palettes, as well as commercial success for the apparel industry, are emphasized. A studio course. Prerequisite: ART 103. 3 credits (Fall)
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The course provides the elements for a sequential method of producing innovative apparel designs through the development of flat patterns. Steps for producing a flat pattern through a flat design sketch to completed pattern are practiced. Basic principles for producing effective apparel designs through pattern manipulation are explored. Practice problems are examined throughout each area of garment design to develop and encourage further exploration of the pattern process. Terminology and pattern manipulations allow students to develop and perfect garment design, as well as enhance individual design techniques. A studio course. Prerequisite: FDM 105. 3 credits (Fall)
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An introduction to the fundamentals of apparel merchandising. The sequential order of marketing fashion from concept to consumer is analyzed. Identification of business practices, differentiation of international fashion centers, and global sourcing procedures are included. The course provides a comprehensive study of the creation and development of a new fashion apparel product, including examination of raw materials, production, and creative merchandising processes. Prerequisite: FDM 101. 3 credits (Fall)
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3.00 Credits
An exploration and development of techniques within the visual merchandising field of fashion apparel. Emphasis is on critical implementation of three-dimensional visual displays. Technical terms of the trade are highlighted. Generating sales through effective use of props, backgrounds, and themes is explored. Communication with the consumer is stressed. Logic and creative problem solving with regards to budget, safety, and strategic planning are elaborated. Creative and artistic thinking are identified, analyzed, and evaluated with regards to practical applications. Prerequisites: ART 103. 3 credits (Fall)
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