FASHION ( Official )
Program Type:
Certificate of Achievement
Division:
Business & Computer Technology
Program Description:
The curriculum prepares students for the apparel industry. Instruction is offered in all phases of industrial clothing construction, patternmaking, fashion design, and technical sketch. Computer studies are also part of the required curriculum. Studies include fashion trends, design principles, ethnic costume, color theory and the understanding of the apparel industry. Marker making, cost sheets, and production sketches are part of the technical skills learned.
The curriculum will prepare the graduate to work in a design room as assistant designer, junior designer, merchandiser, stylist, illustrator or graphic artist. A design room internship is part of this training program in design. Studies include advanced design and illustration, computer assisted illustration, historical and ethnic costume studies; along with current color and textile trends in the apparel industry. A portfolio of designs and a fashion collection is part of the final requirements.
A Certificate of Achievement is awarded upon completion of all required courses with a grade of C or better.
Effective academic year: 2004-2005
Required Units in the Major:
44
Required Courses
Required Electives
(0 Units)
None
Recommended Electives
None
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