Fashion Design Certificate
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 |
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: Spring 2021 | Summer 2021 |
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FAS 101 | Flat Pattern I | 3 |
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: Spring 2021 | Summer 2021 |
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FAS 102 | Flat Pattern II | 3 |
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. Corequisite: FAS 113 Class Schedule: Spring 2021 | Summer 2021 |
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FAS 104 | Apparel Design and Construction S | 3 |
Description: This course is only offered in the spring term. Prerequisite: FAS 102 with a grade of C or better. Class Schedule: Spring 2021 | Summer 2021 |
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FAS 105 | Fashion Design Illustration I F | 3 |
Description: This course is only offered in the fall term. Class Schedule: Spring 2021 | Summer 2021 |
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FAS 107 | Textiles I | 3 |
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: Spring 2021 | Summer 2021 |
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FAS 109 | Fashion Arts and Design F | 3 |
Description: This course is only offered in the fall term. Prerequisite: FAS 104 with a grade of C or better. Class Schedule: Spring 2021 | Summer 2021 |
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FAS 110 | Costume History | 3 |
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: Spring 2021 | Summer 2021 |
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FAS 112 | Fashion Basics | 3 |
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: Spring 2021 | Summer 2021 |
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FAS 113 | Advanced Industrial Sewing Methods | 3 |
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: Spring 2021 | Summer 2021 |
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FAS 201 | Draping F | 3 |
Description: This course is only offered in the fall term. Prerequisite: FAS 102 with a grade of C or better. Class Schedule: Spring 2021 | Summer 2021 |
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FAS 204 | Fashion Design Studio S | 4 |
Description: This course is only offered in the spring term. Prerequisite: FAS 201 with grades of C or better. Class Schedule: Spring 2021 | Summer 2021 |
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FAS 208 | Computer-Aided Patternmaking S | 3 |
Description: This course is only offered in the spring term. Prerequisite: FAS104 with a grade of C or better. Class Schedule: Spring 2021 | Summer 2021 |
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FAS 210 | Fashion Design Illustration II S | 3 |
Description: This course is only offered in the spring term. Prerequisite: FAS 105 and GRA 101 with grades of C or better. Class Schedule: Spring 2021 | Summer 2021 |
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GRA 101 | Introduction to Graphic Arts Technology | 3 |
Description: Provides students an overview of past, present and future graphic arts processes including graphic applications for design/layout, imaging, photography, prepress, print and finishing. Direction is provided on occupations in the Graphic Arts industry and the use of digital applications related to producing print materials. Provides a hands-on understanding of desktop publishing software through lab and lecture. Class Schedule: Spring 2021 | Summer 2021 |
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.