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PDSN
0210 PATTERN DESIGN
LABORATORY
This no-credit period is open to all students who need additional help in
draping, pattern, drafting, tailoring, or sewing.
GNST
4101 STUDY TOUR IN
EUROPE
An optional course. ACA will invite students to see the
world of fashion through a visit to important industry and cultural events
in Europe. The ability to judge significant factors of fashion and to
analyze potential trends is developed. Students take field trips to major
fashion houses, trade shows, and similar function. Special invitations to
opera performances, art galleries, and museum exhibitions broaden
creativity. The preparation of reports develops critical judgment. Prominent
member of the fashion world lecture and give presentations as part of the
course. Students will also turn in a research paper on a selected topic.
3 UNITS
GNST
4102 STUDY TOUR IN
ASIA
An optional course. ACA will invite students to see the world of
fashion through a visit to important industry and cultural events in Asia.
The ability to judge significant factors of fashion and to analyze potential
trends is developed. Students take field trips to major fashion houses,
trade shows, and similar function. Special invitations to opera
performances, art galleries, and museum exhibitions broaden creativity. The
preparation of reports develops critical judgment. Prominent member of the
fashion world lecture and give presentations as part of the course. Students
will also turn in a research paper on a selected topic.
3 UNITS
1ST YEAR / QUARTER 1
FDSN
1001 MODEL VIVANT I
The purpose of this
course is to resolve the fears often associated with dimension and
perspective drawing and to furnish students a working knowledge of the
subject. Students will learn the basics of line drawing, the use of hand
skill, hints on drawing circles, cylinders, and objects of different
textures in perspective. Use of pencil, ball point pen, and different media
will be explored.
3 UNITS: 3 HOURS LECTURE/ LAB PER WEEK
PDSN
1201 MOULAGE I
Basic understanding of
fundamental Three Dimensional draping procedures to create complicated
silhouettes. Students develop original designs incorporating muslin,
draping, transformed into flat pattern and finishing.
3 UNITS: 3 HOURS LECTURE/ LAB PER WEEK
PDSN
1221 PATTERN STUDIO I
This course introduces
students to basic sewing techniques with the ultimate goal of producing a
sample sewing book. Importance of development of skills with industrial
power sewing machine is emphasized. Also students complete sewing of basic
bodice.
3 UNITS: 3 HOURS LECTURE/LAB PER WEEK
GNST
1000 ENGLISH
COMPOSITION
Writing of essays.
Reading for ideas. General review of grammar and mechanics with special
attention to common usage errors. Spelling and punctuation, sentence
development and variety, paragraph development, prewriting and outlining
techniques, structure, and composition of the five paragraph essay are
emphasized.
3 UNITS: 3 HOURS LECTURE PER WEEK
1ST YEAR / QUARTER 2
PDSN
1202 MOULAGE II
Prerequisites: PDSN 1201, PDSN 1221
Understanding advanced Three Dimensional draping techniques, incorporating
different elements of fabric selection, construction, including structures
for sleeve and body styling, collar and finishing, with an emphasis on
designer's expressions; sketching parallel to fashion designer curriculum.
Dialogue on design analysis with fashion and pattern designers.
3 UNITS: 3 HOURS LECTURE/LAB PER WEEK
PDSN
1211 PATTERN DESIGN I
Prerequisites: PDSN 1201, PDSN 1221
Basic understanding of fundamental flat pattern making, detailed body
measurements adapted to building bodice blocks on dotted paper. Each human
body is unique. Thus, students will learn the theory of body form and the
mastery of fitting different human bodies through the scientific application
of measuring techniques. Class includes structures for sleeve and body
styling. Course recommended for fashion design students.
3 UNITS: 3 HOURS LECTURE/LAB PER WEEK
PDSN
1222 PATTERN STUDIO
II
Prerequisites: PDSN 1201,
PDSN 1221
More advanced sewing techniques and garment production are introduced aimed
at the fashion industry. Emphasis on fitting processing and the function of
garment construction which are critical to the development of skills.
3 UNITS: 3 HOURS LECTURE/LAB PER WEEK
GNST
1600 SURVEY OF
COLLEGE MATHEMATICS
This course reviews and applies statistics, metrics, and algebraic and
geometric equations that are commonly applied to business practices. The
emphasis is on the integration of mathematics in the business environment,
especially the fashion industry.
3 UNITS: 3 HOUR LECTURE PER WEEK
1ST YEAR / QUARTER 3
CDSN
1041 COSTUME HISTORY
I
A general survey course
tracing the change of western clothing tradition as a source of fashion and
design, set against the development of culture from antiquity to the 19TH
century. Students begin with an exploration of the Western ideals of beauty
and continue with a specific study of the major areas of fashion revivals:
classic, exotic, country and romantic.
3 UNITS: 3 HOURS PER WEEK INCLUDES SLIDE LECTURES, FIELD TRIPS, AND
PROJECTS
PDSN
1212 PATTERN DESIGN
II
Prerequisites: PDSN 1211, PDSN 1202, PDSN 1222
An intermediate construction course, focusing on advanced use of the master
pattern to create structures, including sleeves and body styling. Students
will also learn the basics of dart manipulation.
3 UNITS: 3 HOURS LECTURE/LAB PER WEEK
PDSN
1223 PATTERN STUDIO
III
Prerequisites: PDSN 1222,
PDSN 1211, PDSN 1202
Emphasis on hands-on sewing techniques of different types of fabrication
from finest to heavy fabric; working with intensive print works as well as
lace, and more. This course will also introduce how to do hand stitches.
3 UNITS: 3 HOURS LECTURE/LAB PER WEEK
GNST
1101 HISTORY OF ART &
CIVILIZATION I
An introduction to the ideas, society and arts of Western and non-Western
civilization, from the ancient Greeks and the Renaissance through the end of
the 18th Century, with an emphasis on the relationship of visual
art forms to each other and the cultural and ideological context.
3 UNITS: 3 HOURS PER WEEK. INCLUDES LECTURES, FIELD TRIPS AND PROJECTS
1ST YEAR / QUARTER 4
CDSN
1042 COSTUME HISTORY
II
Prerequisite: FDSN 1041
The in-depth study of the universe of couture: fashion creators, trends and
the political and cultural climate that has created men's and women's
fashion from the beginning of the
19TH
century to the present day.
3 UNITS: 3 HOURS PER WEEK. INCLUDES LECTURE, SLIDE LECTURE, FIELD
TRIPS AND PROJECTS
PDSN
1213 PATTERN DESIGN
III
Prerequisites: PDSN 1212
Advanced use of the master pattern to learn variation of styling skirts;
including pleated, wrap, and gaucho, circled, and more. In this course, the
student will also work with pattern development that involves more advanced
work. Style and fittings will be incorporated, as well as more advanced
construction techniques will be utilized in garment production.
3 UNITS: 3 HOURS LECTURE/LAB PER WEEK
TDSN
1200 TEXTILE LAB
Students are introduced
to the basic properties of textiles. Focus is placed on the identification
of woven and non-woven fabrics. The course includes hands-on analysis of
fabric swatches Students also gain practical experience in dye processes and
burnt testing.
3 UNITS: 3 HOURS LAB PER WEEK
GNST
1500 HUMAN STRUCTURE
AND FUNCTION
The Human Structure & Function course is a multidisciplinary approach that
fully integrates the disciplines of Anatomy, Embryology, Histology,
Physiology, Chronobiology and Evolution of the human body, and its organ
systems.
3 UNITS: 3 HOURS LECTURE PER WEEK
2ND YEAR / QUARTER 1
PDSN 2211
ADVANCED PATTERN DESIGN
I
Prerequisites: PDSN 1213, PDSN 1223
This course provides a foundation in flat pattern making; separates and
casual apparel for the sports wear market. Students work through carefully
selected projects from the fashion design department students. Emphasis on
interpretation of fashion sketches and their transformation from design to
pattern making. Fundamentals of grading are introduced.
3 UNITS: 3 HOURS LECTURE/LAB PER WEEK
PDSN 2221 ADVANCED PATTERN STUDIO I
Prerequisites: PDSN 1223,
PDSN 1213
This course teaches the technique of sewing to put together casual apparel
for the sports wear market using current garment industry techniques.
Emphasis is on identifying different fashion fabric for developing sewing
techniques.
3 UNITS: 3 HOURS LECTURE/LAB PER WEEK
PDSN 2121 DIGITAL PATTERN STUDIO I
Prerequisites: PDSN 1213
Emphasis on digitizing and pattern modification of instantaneous on-screen
digitizing, simultaneous modification of unlimited amount of pieces, display
of three-pattern file, and more. This course will train future manufacturers
with little need for extensive in-house pattern design.
3 UNITS: 3 HOURS LECTURE/LAB PER WEEK
GNST 2040 PUBLIC SPEAKING
Prerequisites: GNST 1000
A course in public speaking featuring narrative, persuasive, informational
problem-solving and extemporaneous speeches presented to the class. The
emphasis is on organization and use of supporting detail, clarity of
content, and professional presentation techniques. This includes the quality
of confidence, facility or delivery, and adeptness in using visual aids.
3 UNITS: 3 HOURS LECTURE PER WEEK
2ND YEAR / QUARTER 2
PDSN 2212
ADVANCED PATTERN DESIGN
II
Prerequisites: PDSN 2211, PDSN 2221
Pattern making of stretch, knit, and woven fabric and its application to
creative body contouring design for sports wear and evening wear. Working
from the sketches of fashion design students, pattern maker students will
apply denim techniques to functional active sports wear, and swim wear, in
particular. Students gain confidence in their work through peer critique.
3 UNITS: 3 HOURS LECTURE/LAB PER WEEK
PDSN 2222
ADVANCED PATTERN STUDIO
II
Prerequisites: PDSN 2221,
PDSN 2211
In this course, students will learn the different uses of the industrial
sewing machine and their application to stretch, knit, and woven fabric to
create body contouring design for sports wear, denim, and evening wear.
3 UNITS: 3 HOURS LECTURE/LAB PER WEEK
PDSN 2122 DIGITAL PATTERN STUDIO II
Prerequisite: PDSN 2121, PDSN 2211, PDSN 2221
Students will learn module user-friendly digital pattern making, including
layers piece design (self, lining, and fusible) for sewing consistency,
automatic grading, and more.
3 UNITS: 3 HOURS LECTURE/LAB PER WEEK
GNST 2600
GENERAL ECONOMICS
Prerequisites: GNST 1600
A survey of basic microeconomic principles and problems. Students study the
concepts of markets, supply and demand, GNP, inflation, monetary policy, and
types of economic systems.
3 UNITS: 3 HOURS LECTURE PER WEEK
2ND YEAR / QUARTER 3
PDSN 2213
ADVANCED PATTERN DESIGN
III
Prerequisites: PDSN 2212, PDSN 2222
Students are encouraged to analyze work of fashion designer's collection of
active wear. Students will gain technical skills in different fabrics and
their qualities related to active while putting together pattern.
Introduction to ski wear, tennis, jogging, riding, sailing, golf and other
sports wear. Students will make patterns based on fashion design student's
work.
3 UNITS: 3 HOURS LECTURE/LAB PER WEEK
PDSN 2223 ADVANCED PATTERN STUDIO III
Prerequisites: PDSN 2222,
PDSN 2212
Students will gain sewing techniques, familiarity with their qualities
related to active wear with putting together garments, including ski wear,
tennis, jogging, riding, sailing, golf and other sports.
3 UNITS: 3 HOURS LECTURE/LAB PER WEEK
TDSN 2020 EMBELLISHMENT
Prerequisite: FDSN 1200, FDSN 2112
Application of design principles to the embellishment of garments and
accessories, with emphasis on techniques, creation of original designs, and
fashion trends. Embellishment includes embroidery, silks screening, crystal
and nail head, appliqué, etc. Techniques are developed through hands-on
experimentation, as well as finishes and hand-printing or computer
processing.
3 UNITS: 3 HOURS LECTURE/LAB PER WEEK
GNST 2300
INTRODUCTORY PSYCHOLOGY
Principles of human
behavior; physiological foundations, influence of heredity and environment;
sense-perception, attention, capacities and abilities; learning; emotion and
motivation; special emphasis on personality development and adjustment.
Special emphasis on states of consciousness: language, memory, learning and
their relationship to the arts. Introduction to the theories of Freud and
Jung; Behavioral and Humanist Psychology.
3 UNITS: 3 HOURS LECTURE PER WEEK
2ND YEAR / QUARTER 4
PDSN 2140 FASHION SHOW PORTFOLIO
Prerequisites: PDSN 2213, PDSN 2223, TDSN 2020
Each student develops a collection in an individualized area of apparel
specialization. A representative group of samples from the collection is
completed through individual study under the guidance of an experienced
design instructor. Students will also learn the digital skills applicable to
their final
portfolio.
3 UNITS: 3 HOURS LECTURE/LAB PER WEEK
MNFG 2220 CELL MANUFACTURING
Prerequisites: FDSN 2123, FDSN 2020, PDSN 1121
This course is an introduction to the apparel industry. Students will learn
how the industry operates with regard to the creation, production and
marketing of apparel. The purpose of the course is to introduce and
communicate manufacturing processes. Students will develop a working
relationship with fashion and pattern designers to gain working knowledge of
terms and methods of the industry. Fashion and pattern designer/assistant
fashion and pattern designer sample-room practices are incorporated.
3 UNITS: 3 HOURS LECTURE/LAB PER WEEK
PDSN 2230
FASHION SHOW
PREPARATION
Prerequisites: PDSN 2213,
PDSN 2223, TDSN 2020
Working with a fashion designer and a self-prepared fit model, the student
completes two finished garments of a mini collection. Family members are
invited to luncheon followed by the Fashion Show.
3 UNITS: 3 HOURS LECTURE/LAB PER WEEK
GNST 2510 SOCIOLOGY: “BUSINESS REALITIES”
Prerequisites:
GNST 2600, GNST 2040, GNST 2300
“Business Realities” is an interdisciplinary social science course that
concentrates on the transition each graduate encounters as they transform
from a student to a business professional. The class emphasizes freelance
issues such as self-marketing, pricing, copyright law, starting a business
and financial considerations. The class also includes resume, portfolio
preparation, job interviewing, salary negotiation and other important job
search skills.
3 UNITS:
3 HOURS LECTURE PER WEEK
3RD YEAR / QUARTER 1
PDSN
3211 CREATIVE PATTERN
DESIGN COLLECTION I
Prerequisite: PDSN 2230,
PDSN 2223, PDSN 2213
Students learn the importance of a balanced collection of pattern making.
Emphasis is on development of student's ability to follow the energy and
mind of future fashion designers. Through hands-on training, students will
sharpen their aesthetic eye for the fine line and silhouette of the elegance
of the fashion body. This course will incorporate draping and flat pattern
skills.
3 UNITS: 3 HOURS LECTURE/LAB PER WEEK
PDSN
3221 CREATIVE PATTERN
STUDIO I
Prerequisite: PDSN 2230,
PDSN 2223, PDSN 2213
Students learn the importance a balanced collection of pattern sewing.
Emphasis is on development of student's ability to follow the energy and
mind of future fashion designers. Through hands-on training, students will
sharpen their aesthetic eye for the fine line and silhouette for the
elegance of the fashion body. This course will incorporate draping and flat
pattern skills. All skills learned emphasize improvement of sewing ability.
3 UNITS: 3 HOURS LECTURE/LAB PER WEEK
PDSN
3200 DESIGN
INTERPRETATION & IMAGES
Prerequisite: MNFG 2220,
PDSN 2230
Unique class set up by the President of ACA that explores the symbiotic
relationship between pattern design and fashion design. This course is
designed as an exercise for upcoming industry experience.
3 UNITS: 3 HOURS LECTURE AND GUEST SPEAKERS
GNST
3000 ADVANCED
COMPOSITION AND CRITICAL THINKING
Prerequisite: GNST 2040
Principles of critical thinking applied to writing and reading arguments on
complex current moral issues and enduring questions; inductive and deductive
reasoning; persuasion; introduction to fallacies; analysis and evaluation of
appropriate prose models, including those employing methods of argument
unique to specific disciplines; selective use of citation and documentation;
writing of research papers. Students will also apply conceptual thinking to
fashion design blending their creative impulses and cultural influences to
present innovative design solutions to reach beyond popular forecasts.
3 UNITS: 3 HOURS LECTURE PER WEEK
3RD YEAR / QUARTER 2
PDSN
3212 CREATIVE PATTERN
DESIGN COLLECTION II
Prerequisites: PDSN 3211,
PDSN 3221
An advanced course that develop conceptual and pattern design collection
techniques required to create student's own pattern design collection;
including intensive pattern making detail, delicate fabric construction, and
more. This course is a prerequisite for the Gallery Fashion Show.
3 UNITS: 3 HOURS LECTURE/LAB PER WEEK
PDSN
3222 CREATIVE PATTERN
STUDIO II
Prerequisites: PDSN 3211,
PDSN 3221
An advanced course that develops conceptual and pattern sewing criteria
techniques to prepare students to create their own sewing technique to
execute completion of garment. Emphasis is on sewing detail, delicate fabric
sewing construction, and more. This course is a prerequisite for the Gallery
Show.
3 UNITS: 3 HOURS LECTURE/LAB PER WEEK
TDSN
3201 TEXTILE
ENGINEERING I
Prerequisite: FDSN 1200,
FDSN 2020
Students will further their understanding of fabric and printing techniques
in order to produce fabric from their original artwork. Students will also
be taught various advanced surface treatments on cloth, including burn-out
and dying.
3 UNITS: 3 HOURS LECTURE/LAB PER WEEK
GNST
3102 HISTORY
OF ART & CIVILIZATION II
Prerequisites: GNST 1101
An introduction to the
ideas, society and arts of Western and non-Western civilization, from the 19th
century age of Realism through 20th Century Modernism and
Post-Modernism, with an emphasis on the relationship of visual art forms to
each other and the cultural and ideological context.
3 UNITS: 3 HOURS PER WEEK. INCLUDES LECTURES, FIELD TRIPS AND
PROJECTS
3RD YEAR / QUARTER 3
TDSN
3202 TEXTILE
ENGINEERING II
Prerequisite: FDSN 3201
Student will further build on their technical skills and broaden their
knowledge of printing. Concentration on the compatibility of fabrics to
match performance guidelines and their marketability.
3 UNITS: 3 HOURS LECTURE/LAB PER WEEK
PDSN
3120 INDUSTRIAL
DIGITAL PATTERN STUDIO
Prerequisite: PDSN 2121,
PDSN 3222, PDSN 3212
This course will teach students how to utilize techniques for future
industry solutions by seizing the immediate opportunity to implement
technology on their premises, with the advantage of expanding. Course
includes unlimited number of styles, fabrics, layers and size per file and
more.
3 UNITS: 3 HOURS LECTURE/ALB PER WEEK
PDSN
3240 FASHION
ACCESSORIES AND PRODUCTION
Examines Haute Couture
and expensive accessories using special techniques and fabric characteristic
of high end market accessories, including hand bags, belts, scarves, shoes,
and more. Students will design and create pieces.
3 UNITS: 3 HOURS LECTURE/LAB PER WEEK
GNST
3140 VISUAL
ANTHROPOLOGY
Prerequisites:
GNST 3102, GNST 2300
Visual Anthropology is an examination of visual culture and its
representation by anthropologists. The course will look at universal
meanings behind common visual symbols as well as the main patterns of
difference between types of cultures. Throughout the course, videos made by
anthropologists about other cultures will show the history of change in
representation and the meaning of exotic visual symbols to Western culture
as a whole.
3 UNITS:
3 HOURS LECTURE PER WEEK
3RD YEAR / QUARTER 4
TDSN 3210 INTERNATIONAL
TEXTILES & APPAREL
Prerequisite: FDSN 3202
Study on textile material with an emphasis on the factors that produce a
successful apparel fabric from international markets. Fabric characteristics
such as appearance, drapability, hand, and performance, as well as sorting
of fabrics for different levels of design markets are studied. Students will
explore techniques for utilizing computers as a design tool.
3 UNITS: 3 HOURS LECTURE/LAB PER WEEK
MNFG
3220 INTERMEDIATE
MANUFACTURING
Prerequisites: FDSN 2220,
FDSN 3201
An intermediate course that explores the world of apparel manufacturing,
including production, sourcing, control, planning, costing, resources,
allocation and feasibility. Projects including following a product from
concept to production and delivery of the product to the retailer.
3 UNITS: 3 HOURS LECTURE/LAB PER WEEK
MNFG 3221 ANALYSIS OF
HAUTE COUTURE GARMENT DESIGN
Prerequisite: FDSN 3220
A current overview of Haute Couture garment design, with an emphasis on
students developing patterns in this highly specialized area.
3 UNITS: 3 HOUR LECTURE/LAB PER WEEK
GNST
3300 INTRODUCTION TO
SOCIOLOGY
Prerequisite: GNST
2600
A basic course in the principles and concepts of sociology.
Students identify and analyze contemporary social problems.
3 UNITS: 3 HOURS LECTURE PER WEEK
4TH YEAR / QUARTER 1
PDSN
4211 SENIOR CREATIVE
PATTERN LABORATORY I
Prerequisites: PDSN 3230, PDSN 3140
Students will learn the environment that draws on their creativity and
cultural influences to present innovative sports wear pattern design
solutions that reach beyond current professional standards. Perfect body
fitting solutions will be learned in various ways.
3 UNITS: 3 HOURS LECTURE/LAB PER WEEK
PDSN
4221 SENIOR CREATIVE
PATTERN STUDIO I
Prerequisite: PDSN 3230,
PDSN 3140
Students will learn to put together sewing pattern design in an environment
that draws on their creativity and cultural influences to present innovative
sports wear and pattern solutions that reach beyond professional standards.
Perfect fitting sewing solutions will be learned in various ways.
3 UNITS: 3 HOURS LECTURE/LAB PER WEEK
PDSN
4121 INTELLIGENT
DIGITAL PATTERN DESIGN I
Prerequisite: PDSN 3120,
PDSN 3230, PDSN 3140
Based on the master pattern program, this course is designed to bring the
creative aspect into the digital pattern design department. Emphasis on
intelligent pleat, dart and sharing characteristic, extensive pattern design
development, as flexible as manual pattern design, and much more.
3 UNITS: 3 HOURS LECTURE/LAB PER WEEK
GNST
4000 WORLD
LITERATURE: REALISM AND MODERNISM
Prerequisite: GNST 3000
Examines literary works of Western and non-Western civilizations from the 19TH
Century through the modern era, works that are important to subsequent
writing and thought.
3 UNITS: 3 HOURS LECTURE PER WEEK
4TH YEAR / QUARTER 2
PDSN
4212 SENIOR CREATIVE
PATTERN LABORATORY II
Prerequisites: PDSN 4211, PDSN 4221
In this course, students will explore the components that form the
cohesiveness of an active wear pattern design collection as well as elements
that introduce individual creativity and diversity in one of a kind pattern
making techniques.
3 UNITS: 3 HOURS LECTURE/LAB PER WEEK
PDSN
4222 SENIOR CREATIVE
PATTERN STUDIO II
Prerequisites: PDSN 4211, PDSN 4221
In this course, students will explore the components that form the
cohesiveness of active wear pattern sewing techniques as well as the
elements that introduce individual creativity and diversity into sewing
techniques.
3 UNITS: 3 HOURS LECTURE/LAB PER WEEK
PDSN
4122 INTELLIGENT
DIGITAL PATTERN DESIGN II
Prerequisites: PDSN 4121, PDSN 4211, PDSN 4221
Students continue study of PAD System in master pattern design; clone
provides the power of piece interdependency to PAD System pattern making
process. This cutting edge technology eliminates many steps of pattern
modification to boost pattern designer's productivity.
3 UNITS: 3 HOURS LECTURE/LAB PER WEEK
GNST
4530
ETHICS
A survey of contemporary moral, and ethical concerns. Students read and
discuss leading approaches to moral thinking such as theological, ethics,
utilitarianism, and business ethics.
3 UNITS: 3 HOURS LECTURE PER WEEK
4TH YEAR / QUARTER 3
MNFG
4222 ANALYSIS OF
HAUTE COUTURE ACCESSORIES
Prerequisite: FDSN 3240, FDSN 4221
A current overview of Haute Couture garment design and its relationship to
various accessories, with an emphasis on students developing patterns in
this highly specialized area, as well as an analysis of merchandising
industry to boost sales, and market research. Lectures by leaders practicing
in their respective fields. Students will develop product knowledge, select
resources, and apply research information to product line accessories.
3 UNITS: 3 HOURS LECTURE/LAB PER WEEK
MRDG
4430 FASHION
COORDINATES
Prerequisite: FDSN 4102
Fashion merchandising for apparel designers. A course that examines
merchandising concepts vital to successful business practices in the fashion
industry. Stress is on issues contributing to the relationships and
profitability of manufacturing and retailing.
3 UNITS: 3 HOURS LECTURE/LAB PER
WEEK
PDSN
4140 GRAND FASHION
SHOW PORTFOLIO
Prerequisites: PDSN 4212,
PDSN 4222, FDSN 4122, MNFG 4221
Each student develops a collection in an individualized area of apparel
specialization. A representative group of samples from the collection is
completed through individual study under the guidance of an experienced
design instructor. Students will also learn the digital skills applicable to
their final portfolio. A four-week internship in the industry accompanies
this course.
3 UNITS: 3 HOURS LECTURE/LAB PER WEEK
GNST
4410 MODERN
ORGANIZATIONS AND GROUP PROCESSES
Prerequisite:
GNST 3300
Introduces contemporary social organizations, patterns of leadership, and
decision-making. Provides hands-on experience in managing cooperation and
conflict as group members interested in goal attainment.
3 UNITS:
3 HOURS LECTURE PER WEEK
4TH YEAR / QUARTER 4
PDSN
4230 GRAND FASHION
SHOW PREPARATION
Prerequisites: PDSN 4140,
PDSN 4222, PDSN 4212, MNFG 4222, MNFG 4221
Applies only to Bachelor of Arts candidates. A cutting edge, intensive
course that culminates with the presentation of the final collection.
Supported and advised by a Professional Advisory Board Member and an
Executive Member of ACA, the student will work with a fashion designer as a
co-partner to perfect the debut collection, including accessories to present
a complete fashion collection.
6 UNITS: 6 HOURS LECTURE/LAB PER WEEK
PDSN
4250 MODEL EVENTS
A course designed to
develop the student's ability to fit garments properly to a live model by
identifying and examining the different types of managerial models used
among apparel companies.
3 UNITS: 3 HOURS LECTURE/LAB PER WEEK
GNST
4630 INTERNATIONAL
ECONOMICS
Prerequisites: GNST 4410, GNST 4530
Reviews the origins of modern international economic theory and discusses
present patterns of trade and finance, including the balance of payments and
its economic effects, exchange rates, international commodity agreements,
and tariff policies. Includes an analysis of the relationship between
international economics and current U.S. economic problems.
3
UNITS: 3 HOURS LECTURE PER WEEK
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