Fashion Knitwear Design

In this beginning fashion sketching class, students learn the proportions and techniques for sketching the nine-head figure. Studio.

This advanced fashion sketching class stresses the perfection of fashion figure poses, the accurate illustration of garments, and the development of the students’ own sketching style. Students learn to render, using colored pencil, markers, and pen. Prerequisite: DESN 1150

This course incorporates flat sketching, garment construction, and the development of specification sheets. Terminology of design language, garment details, and the continuation of fashion illustration are covered. Prerequisites: DESN 1150, DESN 1850, GNST 1170, GNST 1230

Development of technical sketches utilizing Adobe Illustrator. Hands-on experience in drawing of flat technical sketch and creating accurate garment detail. Prerequisite: DESN 1550

Development of creative design ideas utilizing a multimedia computer as a tool. Hands-on experience in digitally manipulating fabric prints and scanned artwork. Prerequisite: DESN 2530

In this process-oriented course, students combine deep, disciplined research with careful writing and revision to produce a thoughtful, creative, and personally meaningful research essay. They learn to formulate focused research questions, identify and investigate credible sources, and synthesize expert opinion with their own insight in support of a clearly defined, complex thesis. The emphasis is on curiosity, exploration, and discovery. As part of the process, students also gain confidence and competency in two primary areas of written expression: organization and mechanics.

This course provides an overview of costume history in Western culture from ancient civilizations to the present. Students examine cultural, social, and historical events and analyze their effect on the history of costume and apparel, including the influence of historical costume on fashion today. Students develop a broad fashion vocabulary and become familiar with period costume terminology.

An exploration of major designers who have had a sustained impact, in both couture and ready-to-wear, on today’s fashion. Students analyze how key figures in fashion design have influenced the styles and trends in line development of each decade since 1850, with emphasis on the last 30 years.

An introductory study of the principles and elements of color and design theory. Students critique aspects of a visual representation by analyzing the components of design and the use of color by the artist.

A practical analysis of the basic components of textiles and their relationship to performance. Students examine the characteristics of fibers, yarns, methods of fabric construction, such as weaving and knitting, and survey dyes, prints, and finishes. Emphasis is placed on performance and the determination of fabric suitability in the apparel design industry.

A course in oral communication designed to give students poise, speaking confidence, and the ability to develop and produce a focused, well-organized speech that holds the audience’s attention through effective delivery methods. Presentational skills and audience-centered communication are emphasized.

Designed to foster independent thinking, this course strengthens students’ capacity to reason clearly, critically, and creatively, including the ability (1) to analyze the arguments of others, (2) to synthesize effective arguments of their own, and (3) to solve problems skillfully. Students also gain experience in reading closely and conducting purposeful, imaginative research—skills essential to the examination of demanding social, moral, political, and personal issues. Prerequisite: GNST 1040

A survey of art, architecture, and design from the Prehistoric Period through the Middle Ages. Included are the social, economic, cultural, political, and religious influences which have prompted or affected the art of each period. Students examine works of art and their iconography, stylistic techniques, and different media, with the goal of being able to recognize, understand, and discuss various art forms in their broader contexts.

A survey of art, architecture, and design from the Renaissance through the 20th century. Art movements such as Realism, Impressionism, Post-Impressionism, Fauvism, Cubism, Abstraction, and Surrealism are studied. Particular emphasis is placed on the artists’ role in society and the effect of society on art.

A survey of American history from 1930-2000. Emphasis is on the political and economic features, both domestic and foreign, that contributed to the emergence of the welfare state and the nation’s rise to global leadership after World War II. The course provides an understanding of the Great Depression, the Second World War, the Cold War, America’s eventual emergence as the world’s only superpower, and the interrelation of all these factors.

To become more self-reliant and enterprising in the job search, students investigate career opportunities and the career path, personal traits, job responsibilities, and qualifications necessary to be competitive and promotable. Students build research tools that enable them to develop a plan of action, conduct informational interviews, practice interviewing skills, and produce a digitized professional resume, biographical statement, and cover letter for immediate submission to prospective employers.

Students are introduced to the process of machine knitting, including cast-on and off, basic stitches, gauge, and tension. Students build a foundation of knit structure by creating a variety of knit fabrics. Includes a three (3) hour lab.

Students study the principles and elements of color and design as they relate to stitch structure in knit fabrics and garments. In this studio course they utilize color predictive and trend resources to interpret seasonal palettes for a variety of markets into a variety of patterns, and unique stitches, and thereby acquiring both an in-depth understanding of knit structure and surface design treatments as they apply to various markets. Prerequisite: KNTD 1800

In this course, students are introduced to Stoll knitwear M 1 Plus software. Students develop stitch patterns to be used in cut and sew garments as well as basic silhouette detailing. Prerequisites: KNTD 1800, KNTD 2100

In this course, the students study fashion silhouettes and stylistic detailing as a basis for full-fashion knitwear construction in a studio format. With emphasis on shaping, patternmaking, sizing, trims, and stitch placement, as well as application of flat technical sketching and size specifications for preproduction. Prerequisite: KNTD 1800

Students apply pattern making skills to both cut and sew as well as full-fashioned knitwear. In addition, this course explores systems for developing technical packet specifications and fit requirements for a variety of knit garments. Initial costs analysis of materials in the production process are identified and estimated. Prerequisite: KNTD 1800

This is a studio course for the development of a knitwear line. It includes planning and research for both the technical and creative processes of creating a cohesive collection from concept through construction including color and yarn choice as well as silhouette and preproduction specifications. Prerequisites: KNTD 1800, KNTD 2100, KNTD 2700

This is a studio course building on the construction skill introduced in KNTD 2600 Shape & Detail for Fashion Knitwear and KNTD 2700 Knit Construction & Specification. It includes planning and construction including color and yarn choice as well as silhouette and preproduction specifications. Includes a three (3) hour lab. Prerequisites: KNTD 1800, KNTD 2100, KNTD 2700

An examination of the four parts of the marketing mix (product, price, promotion, and distribution). Students learn how micro- and macro- environments influence lifestyles and buying behavior. Students, using teamwork, apply their knowledge in analyzing case studies relevant to the fashion industry.

This class introduces students to the basics of draping and flat patternmaking, sewing, and garment construction. Includes a three (3) hour lab.

This continuation of Apparel Process I covers contemporary manufacturing, finishing processes, and emerging trends in apparel production. Includes a three (3) hour lab. Prerequisite: MFTG 1400

A study of the process of garment prototype development and approval prior to production. Students learn how to create a technical packet of specifications and fit requirements for a variety of clothing styles utilizing the Gerber Technology web-based PDM system. Initial costs of all materials incurred in the production process are identified and estimated. Prerequisites: DESN 2530, MFTG 1400, MPDV 1800

In this introduction to the fundamentals of fabric structures, students learn to knit, crochet, felt, and weave with a focus on understanding the unique design possibilities of each medium. Includes a three (3) hour lab.

This course demonstrates knowledge of textiles and the application of these skills in the product development process. Emphasis is placed on the compatibility of fabrics to meet performance criteria and market acceptance. Students identify fabrics, weights, construction, and finish. Prerequisite: GNST 1440