Program Objectives

• Develop the ability to transform design ideas into garments.
• Learn the elements, principles and techniques of pattern drafting, draping, sewing and tailoring.
• Translate fashion concepts into sketches and illustrations using freehand drawing techniques, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop and Macromedia Flash.
• Learn the history of fashion design and how various social, economic and cultural factors influence fashion trends.
• Learn to design, create, sell and market a design collection.
• Understand the job market realities and fashion trends.

Program Overview

Diploma Program consisting of 5 semesters, 15 weeks per semester, total of 75 weeks.
20 hours per week, 300 hours per semester, 1500 hours for full program.

Program Curriculum

Semester 1

• Pattern Drafting I
• Draping I
• Sewing Fundamentals I
• Illustration I
• Introduction to Textiles

Semester 2

• Pattern Drafting II
• Draping II
• Sewing Fundamentals II
• Fashion Design
• Costume History

Semester 3

• Pattern Drafting III
• Sewing Fundamentals III
• Fashion Concepts Computerized
• Illustration I
• Fashion and Society
• Computerized Pattern Design (PAD)

Semester 4

• Construction of Tailored Garments
• Computerized Illustration II
• Marketing Characteristics of a Collection I
• Analysis of Trends

Semester 5

• Constructing a Collection
• Professional Development
• Characteristics of a Collection II
• Production of a Label Digital
• Portfolio

Admission Requirements

• 19 years of age or High School graduate.
• Working knowledge of the English language.
• Interview with Program Advisor.

 

Accreditation

Employement Opportunities

Fashion Designer, Pattern Drafter, Costume Designer for theatre, magazines, television and film. Fashion Coordinator, Buyer, Researcher or Writer, Production Sewer.