This 46 credit-hour certificate program is designed to prepare students with entry-level skills in apparel design, flat pattern design, draping, fashion illustrating and professional design room practices of tailoring. Students enrolled in the program need to demonstrate mastery of basic sewing.
F = Fall only course S = Spring only course U = Summer only course
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| FAS 100 | Industrial Sewing Methods | 3 |
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Description: Introduces students to basic principles of apparel construction techniques. Course projects require the use of industrial sewing equipment. Presents instruction in basic sewing techniques and their application to garment construction. (NOTE: Final project should be completed to participate in the annual department Little Black Dress competition.) Class Schedule: Summer 2024 | Fall 2024 |
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| FAS 101 | Flat Pattern I | 3 |
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Description: Introduces the principles of patternmaking through drafting basic block and pattern manipulation. Working from the flat pattern, students will apply these techniques to the creation of a garment design. Accuracy and professional standards stressed. Pattern tested in muslin for fit. Final garment will go through the annual jury to participate in the annual department fashion show. Prerequisite: Prior or concurrent enrollment in FAS 100 with a grade of C or better. Class Schedule: Summer 2024 | Fall 2024 |
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| FAS 102 | Flat Pattern II | 3 |
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Description: Continues development of basic sloper set. Manipulates basic sloper set to create original design. Patterns tested in muslin for fit. Garment is constructed from corrected patterns. Final garment will go through the annual jury to participate in the annual department fashion show. Prerequisite: FAS 101 with a grade of C or better. Class Schedule: Summer 2024 | Fall 2024 |
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| FAS 104 | Apparel Design and Construction | 3 |
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Description:
Prerequisite: Prior or concurrent enrollment in FAS102 with a grade of C or better. Class Schedule: Summer 2024 | Fall 2024 |
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| FAS 105 | Fashion Design Illustration I | 3 |
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Description: Introduces basic and advanced techniques in rendering the fashion figure, garments, details, and textiles using various media with a focus on application of color and texture. Students will begin to develop a personal illustrative style. Students will be introduced to technical drawing and flat sketches for use in spec sheets, presentations, and story boards. Class Schedule: Summer 2024 | Fall 2024 |
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| FAS 107 | Textiles I | 3 |
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Description: Explores natural and manufactured fibers, their production, uses, and characteristics. Includes discussion of yarns, fabrics, finishes, design methods, aesthetic applications, and ordering specifications. Emphasizes traditional techniques as well as advancements in technology utilized in the textile industry. Class Schedule: Summer 2024 | Fall 2024 |
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| FAS 109 | Fashion Arts and Design F | 3 |
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Description:
Prerequisite: FAS 102 with a grade of C or better. Class Schedule: Summer 2024 | Fall 2024 |
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| FAS 110 | Costume History | 3 |
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Description: Introduces the elements of design and color in historical perspective. Surveys historical periods of time focusing on costumes. Examines the influences of social, political and economic forces on fashion in these periods. Class Schedule: Summer 2024 | Fall 2024 |
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| FAS 112 | Fashion Basics | 3 |
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Description: Presents fashion merchandise through evaluation of fashion products. Develops awareness of construction, as well as workmanship and design elements, such as fabric, color, silhouette and taste. Class Schedule: Summer 2024 | Fall 2024 |
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| FAS 113 | Advanced Industrial Sewing Methods | 3 |
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Description: Focuses on application and mastery of basic sewing skills in pattern and fabric recognition and problem solving related to individual creative design. Emphasis on technology, technical accuracy and appropriate use of selected materials and supplies. (NOTE: This course is intended for students with basic sewing skill and machine proficiency.) Prerequisite: FAS 100 with a grade of C or better or placement as demonstrated through Fashion Design Department testing. Contact program coordinator for additional information. Class Schedule: Summer 2024 | Fall 2024 |
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| FAS 201 | Draping F | 3 |
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Description:
This course is only offered in the fall term. Prerequisite: FAS 102 with a grade of C or better. Class Schedule: Summer 2024 | Fall 2024 |
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| FAS 204 | Fashion Design Studio S | 4 |
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Description:
This course is only offered in the spring term. Prerequisite: FAS 201 with grades of C or better. Class Schedule: Summer 2024 | Fall 2024 |
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| FAS 208 | Computer -Aided Patternmaking S | 3 |
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Description:
Prerequisite: FAS102 with a grade of C or better. Class Schedule: Summer 2024 | Fall 2024 |
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| FAS 210 | Fashion Design Illustration II S | 3 |
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Description:
Prerequisite: FAS 105 and GRA 112 with grades of C or better. Class Schedule: Summer 2024 | Fall 2024 |
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| GRA 112 | Digital Illustration I | 3 |
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Description: Presents vector graphics software and its applications to the graphic arts industry. Explores tools and functions within the current software. Focuses on creating illustrations, working with type, color, and all tools needed to create multi-colored illustration and separation. Emphasizes techniques to create illustration files for use in digital print production. Computer skills are required for success in this course. Class Schedule: Summer 2024 | Fall 2024 |
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For more information about the Fashion Design Certificate program, contact Admission Outreach at 847.925.6700, or submit a request information form. You can also apply online.
