FSAD 1450 - Introduction to Fashion Design

Fall. 4 credits. Letter grades only.

Corequisite: FSAD 1170 and FSAD 1250. Cost of materials: approximately $250. Enrollment preference given to: FSAD majors, students transferring into FSAD, and Fashion Studies minors.

K. Phoenix.

This course covers the principles of garment assembly and flat-patternmaking for apparel design, as well as the use of mass production equipment and methods to analyze, develop, and assemble garments. Studio projects include an emphasis on innovative design and high-quality garment assembly techniques for upscale markets.

Outcome 1: Develop basic fashion design and flat-patternmaking skills to prepare for further coursework in fashion design.

Outcome 2: Expand knowledge and skills with industrial garment construction methods.

Outcome 3: Create designer-quality garment for portfolios and display.