Fashion Design Associate in Arts Degree

PROGRAM CODE: 2A03862

The Fashion Design Associate in Arts Degree is designed to provide a course of study that prepares students for entry-level employment as a professional and competent in the fashion apparel industry as an assistant designer or equivalent. Individuals with this degree are able to design, build an apparel line, illustrate collections by hand and on the computer, and create patterns digitally and manually. Individuals with this degree may also find entry level positions in the field of design, technical design, and merchandising. This degree requires completion of 31-33 units of required courses, in addition to other graduation requirements. A grade of C or better is required in each course taken.

Required Courses (31-33 units):
FASH 050 FCareers in Fashion1
FASH 088 FDigital Fashion Flat Sketching2
FASH 101 FBasic Sewing Techniques (formerly Clothing I)2
FASH 108 FFlat Pattern Methods and Design I (formerly FASH 108AF)2
FASH 109 FFlat Pattern Methods and Design II (formerly FASH 108BF)2
FASH 110 FComputer Patterning and Grading (formerly FASH 108CF)2
FASH 150 FIntroduction to the Fashion Industry3
FASH 186 FWorkroom Sketching2
FASH 188 FApparel Production2
FASH 206 FTextiles4
FASH 284 FFashion Design (formerly FASH 284AF)2
FASH 299 FFashion Industry Internship2-4
Total Units26-28

Outcome 1: Identify the basic fashion design principles and apply them to design a multi-piece fashion collection.

Outcome 2: Demonstrate an understanding of design and construction of apparel by creating multiple garment patterns to assemble a multi-piece fashion ensemble.

Outcome 3: Articulate personal values and goals as well explain the mindset, attitudes to achieve their professional success in the fashion industry.

Outcome 4: Create seam and embellishment details for the purpose of communicating how the garments are to be constructed.

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