REGLAMENTO DE ORGANIZACIÓN Y FUNCIONES (ROF)
4. ESTRUCTURA ORGÁNICA a) ÓRGANO DE DIRECCIÓN
4 Credits
Prerequisites: None
This course is an introduction to the study of the physical environment and some of the major related issues and problems. Areas of concern include nature of the environment, climactic factors, natural resources, solid and hazardous waste, pollution, global environmental hazards, and energy production. These topics are studied in relation to population, land use, environmental ethics, decision-making, and environmental management.
EX400 EXTERNSHIP
3 Credits
Prerequisite: Approval of Academic Director/Coordinator Students may choose as an elective to participate in an externship program by working part-time with cooperating employers. Field experience in the student’s area of interest is gained by applying competencies learned in previous courses. Coordinated by Career Advisors, administered by Academic Directors, and evaluated by Faculty Advisors, the experience enhances the student’s overall understanding of his/her chosen field.
FA107 Art History
4 Credits
Prerequisite: None
This course presents a comparative study and comprehensive presentation of visual images and design that chronicles the socioeconomic, political, technical, and philosophical evolution of Western Civilization from ancient times to the present. Students solve assigned design problems to demonstrate their understanding of art history.
FA201 Renaissance and Beyond
4 Credits
Prerequisite: None
This course introduces students to the art of the Renaissance, Mannerism, Baroque, Neoclassic, and Romantic periods. Students are exposed to a wide variety of artworks in the context of history, theory, and biography. Field trips and guest lecturers may be employed to enhance course material.
FADA101 Elements of Garment Construction
3 Credits
Prerequisite: None
This course introduces the student to the basic concepts of garment construction. The student will have an overview of the industrial equipment, the processes of measuring, cutting, sewing, and sequence of assembly.
FADA102 Fashion Illustration
3 Credits
Prerequisite: FND110 Observational Drawing
This course covers rendering the fashion figure, garments, details, and textiles using various media.
FADA103 Textile Fundamentals
3 Credits
Prerequisite: None
Students study textiles exploring natural and manufactured fibers, structure, production, uses, and characteristics.
FADA108 Textiles Applications
3 Credits
Prerequisite: FADA103 Textile Fundamentals
Introduction to the regulations and laws that apply to the apparel industry. They will research and source textile manufacturers and mills relevant to product development. Students will develop a further understanding of the end uses and applications of textiles.
FADA111 Survey of the Fashion Industry
3 Credits
Prerequisite: None
This course is an overview of the fashion industry, examining how garments are designed, created, produced and marketed.
FADA113 Fundamentals of Patternmaking
3 Credits
Prerequisite: FADA121 Fundamentals of Construction This course is an introduction to 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.
FADA121 Fundamentals of Construction
3 Credits
Prerequisite: FADA101 Elements of Garment Construction Students continue their introduction to apparel industry sewing standards and techniques. Through the completion of samples and
FADA202 Technical Drawing
3 Credits
Prerequisite: FADA103 Textile Fundamentals
Development of presentation boards and technical illustrations manually and by computer aided design technology.
FADA203 Intermediate Patternmaking
3 Credits
Prerequisite: FADA113 Fundamentals of Patternmaking Flat pattern techniques in accordance with garment trade practices. Emphasis will be on the manipulation of patterns for more complex designs.
FADA207 Early History of Fashion
3 Credits
Prerequisite: None
Students study evolution of garments and accessories from the ancient Egyptians through the French
Revolution.
FADA208 Trends and Forecasting
3 Credits
Prerequisite: None
The course focuses on the study of trends, trend forecasting, demographics and social issues that affect fashion.
FADA212 Advanced Fashion Illustration
3 Credits
Prerequisite: FADA102 Fashion Illustration
Student utilize 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.
FADA213 Advanced Patternmaking
3 Credits
Prerequisite: FADA203 Intermediate Patternmaking Students study advanced patternmaking and construction techniques including stretch fabric blocks for garment creation.
FADA215 Bridalwear
3 Credits
Prerequisite: FADA201 Advanced Construction
In a laboratory setting, students will design and construct apparel appropriate for the Bridal market. Attention is given to special design characteristics and marketing strategies unique to this category.
FADA223 Computer Patternmaking
3 Credits
Prerequisite: FADA203 Intermediate Patternmaking In this course students will utilize industry-standard software to further their patternmaking skills.
FADA233 Draping
3 Credits
Prerequisite: FADA203 Intermediate Patternmaking The course is an introduction to the principles and techniques of draping. Proportion, line, grain and fit are analyzed.
FADA243 Specialized Sewing Techniques
3 Credits
Prerequisite: FADA201 Advanced Construction
This course explores tailoring, advanced sewing, and finishing techniques. Students learn appropriate fabric selection, proper cutting and marking, and inner construction methods.
FADA301 Couture Techniques
3 Credits
Prerequisite: FADA201 Advanced Construction
The focus of this course is to develop an awareness of the couture market. Students will learn to work with individual clients and specialty designs employing advanced construction techniques.
FADA302 Fit Analysis
3 Credits
Prerequisite: FADA233 Draping
This course provides the foundation for defining fit by applying techniques for accurately fitting garments on a body. Students will demonstrate understanding by translating changes back to a flat pattern.
FADA303 Advanced Computer Patternmaking
3 Credits
Prerequisite: FADA223 Computer Patternmaking
This course will focus on the advanced use of Computer Aided Design in patternmaking. Students will utilize industry software and hardware to engineer patterns from original designs in a laboratory setting. Work will be initiated for presentation in the final portfolio of student work.
FADA305 Eveningwear
3 Credits
Prerequisite: FADA201 Advanced Construction
In a laboratory setting, students will design and construct apparel appropriate for the eveningwear market. Attention is given to special design characteristics, fabrications, and marketing strategies unique to this category.
FADA308 Fundamentals of Business
3 Credits
Prerequisite: None
This course is structured to investigate the wide ranges of both traditional and emerging business topics and considerations, preparing students as they transition into a media and design profession. Concepts of professionalism, expected business needs, an understanding of self-marketing, proposals and project
management, and intellectual property and contractual issues will be addressed.
FADA309 Portfolio I
3 Credits
Prerequisite: Approval of Academic Director/Coordinator This course prepares students for the transition to the professional world. This course will prepare students for the industry by helping them compile a portfolio. Students will demonstrate their conceptual, design, craftsmanship, and other skills as they assemble and refine their portfolio projects. Working individually with an instructor, each student will select representative projects showcasing work that reflects a unique style and developing them further as needed. Particular emphasis is placed on identifying short- and long-term professional employment goals, industry and professional related resources and portfolio development strategies.
FADA310 Knitwear
3 Credits
Prerequisite: FADA201 Advanced Construction
In a laboratory setting, students will design and construct apparel appropriate for the knitwear market. Attention is given to special design characteristics, sizing, and marketing strategies unique to this category.
FADA312 Sourcing and Technical Design
3 Credits
Prerequisite: GWDA103 Digital Illustration
Through a variety of in-depth research and analysis, students create a computer generated production package consisting of costing analysis, size specification, construction standards, sourcing materials and production methods, detailed front and back flats.
FADA313 Computer Production Systems
3 Credits
Prerequisite: FADA303 Advanced Computer Patternmaking This course covers industrial application of patternmaking through the creation of production ready patterns including grading and marker making.
FADA322 Senior Collection Concept
3 Credits
Prerequisite: Approval of Academic Director/Coordinator Students develop a final collection beginning with market research, development of concepts, illustrations, and the sourcing of materials.
FADA332 Surface Design
3 Credits
Prerequisite: FADA108 Textiles Applications
Students utilize manual surface design applications of colors, prints, and motifs on a variety of fabrications.
FADA402 Digital Textile Design
3 Credits
Prerequisite: FADA303 Advanced Computer Patternmaking Using pixel and vector based software students explore applied and structural techniques for textile print design and fabric development exploring applied and structural techniques using pixel and vector based software.
FADA403 Senior Collection Technical
3 Credits
Prerequisite: FADA322 Senior Collection Concept
Students continue developing final collection through completion of technical drawings, specifications, patternmaking and fit.
FADA406 Internship
3 Credits
Prerequisite: Approval of Academic Director/Coordinator Through a field internship experience, students will be able to apply their skills in a real and practical situation. The main objectives of the internship are to allow students the opportunity to observe and participate in the operation of successful businesses related to their fields of study. The students will gain the experience they need to enter the field when they graduate.
FADA410 Menswear
3 Credits
Prerequisite: FADA201 Advanced Construction
In a laboratory setting, students will design and construct apparel appropriate for the menswear market. Attention is given to special design characteristics, sizing, and marketing strategies unique to this category.
FADA413 Senior Collection Production
3 Credits
Prerequisite: FADA403 Senior Collection Technical Students complete the final development phase of their senior collection including specification package. Emphasis placed on finished construction and presentation of original line.
FADA417 Sportswear
3 Credits
Prerequisite: FADA201 Advanced Construction; FADA213 Advanced Patternmaking
In a laboratory setting, students will design and construct apparel appropriate for the sportswear market.
Attention is given to special design characteristics, sizing, and marketing strategies unique to this category.
FADA418 Theatrical Costuming
3 Credits
Prerequisite: FADA201 Advanced Construction
In a laboratory setting, students will design and construct apparel appropriate for theatrical productions. Attention is given to special design characteristics such as visual effects and fitting restrictions for performance.
FADA419 Portfolio II
3 Credits
Prerequisite: Approval of Academic Director/Coordinator This course aims to prepare students for entry-level employment within the industry by assisting them with the development and
fashions, from the development of fibers and fabrics to the strategies of fashion merchandisers and retailers.
FM111 TRENDS & CONCEPTS IN APPAREL
3 Credits
Prerequisite: FM100 Survey of the Fashion Industry This course includes a comprehensive study of trend forecasting, demographics, and social issues that affect fashion and related industries. Students will analyze the importance of clothing with an emphasis on the twentieth century.