Graduate Competencies

Skills
Upon successful completion of this program, the students will be able to:

• Fabricate and construct the following garments from flat patterns that they have drafted:
     Skirts
     Shell tops
     Blouses
     Trousers
• Adapt foundation patterns into a variety of styles and sizes, and apply knowledge of current industry sizing.
• Fabricate and construct a complete ensemble using the French draping method.
• Apply basic tailoring techniques to selected garments.
• Illustrate original designs for portfolio presentation.
• Illustrate designs into flat pattern pieces (flats) so they can be interpreted by a skilled pattern maker.
• Describe all the processes involved in the production of textile materials and apparel.
• Select suitable fabrics for apparel designs.
• Define the primary careers related to the fashion design industry.
• Qualify as a trainee in fashion design and/or pattern making positions.
• Matriculate to a four-year baccalaureate program in fashion merchandising.

Credentials

• Associate of Science Degree after two years
• Bachelor of Science in Management Degree with a Concentration in Fashion Merchandising after four and one-half years

Technologies

• Computer skills: Microsoft Word; Excel; PowerPoint
• Operation of the following industrial machines:
     Jiki Lockstitch
     Dansai Coverstitch
     Bernina Industrial
     Juki Overlock