Associate OF Science Degree
(Day)
Fashion Design
The Fisher College Fashion Design Program prepares students to make patterns and sew garments in the manner of the couture. It also introduces students to pattern making and construction methods used in garment manufacturing.
Students develop skills in pattern drafting, French draping, garment construction, and fashion illustration. Knowledge of textiles and costume history enables students to make viable design and construction decisions. General education requirements along with practical and creative training provide graduates of this program with a broad educational background.
| Program Requirements | ||
| First Year | Credits | |
| EN101 | English I | 3 |
| EN102 | English II | 3 |
| FM160 | Clothing Construction I | 4 |
| FM161 | Clothing Construction II | 3 |
| FM170 | Pattern Making I | 4 |
| FM171 | Pattern Making II | 3 |
| FM201 | Fundamentals of Apparel Design | 3 |
| FM205 | Fashion Illustration | 3 |
| MA106 | Elementary Algebra* | 3 |
| Social Science Elective | 3 | |
| Total Credits | 32 | |
| Second Year | ||
| FM105 | History of Costume | 3 |
| FM225 | Textile Science | 3 |
| FM280 | French Draping | 3 |
| FM281 | French Draping II and Tailoring | 3 |
| FM290 | Knitwear Construction & Pattern Making | 3 |
| Computer Science Elective | 3 | |
| Fine Arts Elective** | 3 | |
| Humanities Elective | 3 | |
| Math/Science Elective | 3/4 | |
| Social Science Elective | 3 | |
| Total Credits | 30/31 | |
* A higher level of math (MA107, MA109, MA110, or MA121)
may besubstituted.
** At least three credits must be taken from FA101, FA102, FA103, FA111 or
FA112.
Minimum credits required for graduation--62.