Program Overview
This 61 credit-hour program is designed to provide students with entry-level skills in apparel textile design, flat pattern design, draping, fashion illustrating and professional design room practices. Facilities will simulate the professional atmosphere of the fashion industry.
This sequenced degree plan is one of two options that students may pursue to earn the Fashion Design Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree. While there are multiple specializations, this particular degree can be awarded only once.
Program Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete this program will be able to:
- apply appropriate terminology in construction, design, historical and technical areas.
- demonstrate mastery of design principles and elements.
- develop and execute illustrated designs in multiple techniques.
- execute design development in multiple fabrics and styles.
- apply both drafting and draping techniques in garment design.
- complete garment details with appropriate construction techniques.
- develop basic patterns using computer-aided design.
- demonstrate knowledge of fashion's response to cultural, scientific and technological advances.
- locate the resources necessary to determine current trends in color, silhouette and fabrics.
- demonstrate ability to work independently and/or as a member of a diverse team.
