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Developing Your Fashion Business (TEC103) 2 Credits

Creating and understanding a financial plan, developing operating and control systems, planning growth strategies and a business plan for the Fashion Entrepreneur. Emphasis on fashion merchandise and successful fashion business development. Prerequisites: None.

Cultural Aspects of Clothing (TEC105) 3 Credits

Psychological, aesthetic, and economic factors applied to the systematic study of dress and adornment in relationship to world cultures and the global fashion industry. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: HU, SB

History of Fashion (TEC106) 3 Credits

Consideration of historic factors influencing fashion and fashion change with special emphasis on historic costume. Prerequisites: None.

Introduction to Fashion Merchandising (TEC109) 3 Credits

Explores the various levels and specialized segment of the fashion industry, the principles of fashion, the fundamentals of merchandising apparel, consumers' influence on demand and marketing activities. Prerequisites: None.

Beginning Apparel Construction (TEC110) 3 Credits

Basic apparel construction techniques. Use of commercial patterns and sewing machine in the construction of basic garments. Prerequisites: None.

Intermediate Apparel Construction (TEC111) 3 Credits

Intermediate clothing construction techniques. Emphasis on fit and construction details of commercial patterns. Note: TEC111 may be repeated for a total of twelve (12) credit hours with Permission of Instructor. If student has no previous sewing experience, TEC110 should be taken prior to and not during this course. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in TEC110 or permission of Instructor.

Pattern Alteration and Fit (TEC112AQ) 2 Credits

Structural features of patterns and altering patterns to achieve proper fit. Includes figure irregularities, pattern style variations, fashion, and individual figure problems. Note: May be repeated for a total of six (6) credit hours with instructor permission. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in TEC111 or permission of Instructor.

Textiles: Block Printing/Silk Screening (TEC114) 1 Credit

Block printing and silk screening techniques used to create designs on fabric for apparel and interiors. Prerequisites: None. Note: May be repeated for a total of three (3) credits.

Textiles: Stitchery and Embellishment (TEC116) 1 Credit

Materials and techniques used for stitchery and embellishment on textiles. Includes color schemes and design development. Prerequisites: None. Note: May be repeated for a total of three (3) credits.

Specialty Apparel Construction (TEC120) 3 Credits

Application of specialty fabrics in clothing construction. Emphasis on improved construction quality and garment fit. Note: TEC120 may be repeated for a total of nine (9) credit hours with permission of Instructor. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in TEC111, or THP206, or permission of Instructor.

Creative Sewing Machine Use (TEC121) 3 Credits

Use of the sewing machine for other than construction of garments or household items. Emphasis on decorative uses of the sewing machine on items made or purchased by the user. Prerequisites: None.

Sewing with Knits (TEC122) 3 Credits

Skills and techniques used in the construction of garments made from knit fabrics. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in TEC111, or THP206, or permission of Instructor.

Advanced Apparel Construction (TEC124) 3 Credits

Advanced garment construction techniques. Emphasis on lined jacket construction and working with patterned and specialty fabrics. Note: TEC124 may be repeated for a total of twelve (12) credit hours with permission of Instructor. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in TEC111, or THP206, or permission of Instructor.

Fashion Design (TEC125) 3 Credits

Overview of the fashion design industry. Includes terminology, fashion trends, elements and principles of design, sources of inspiration, fabric selection, sketching and costing a collection, an introduction to pattern making techniques, and global fashion centers' design and manufacturing specialties. Prerequisites: None.

Sewing for the Home (TEC126) 3 Credits

Provides students systemic skills and knowledge to plan and construct draperies, shades, pillows, bedding and other home furnishings through instructional projects. Emphasizes techniques used in producing textile goods for the home.
Prerequisites: None. Note: Basic sewing skills recommended. INT/TEC126 may be repeated for a total of nine (9) credit hours.

Home Upholstery (TEC128) 3 Credits

Demonstration and application of knowledge and skills involved in upholstering stools, chairs, headboards, and other home furnishings. Includes measuring and cutting upholstery fabric and sewing outdoor/indoor cushions.
Prerequisites: None.

Sewing with a Serger (TEC129) 3 Credits

Operation of a home serger. Use in constructing, finishing, and decorating garments and home decorations. Home serger required. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in TEC110 or permission of Instructor.

Alteration of Ready Made Garments (TEC130) 3 Credits

Knowledge, skills, and techniques of altering ready-made garments for personal or professional use. Experience using a sewing machine and constructing garments assumed. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in TEC111 or permission of Instructor.

Fashion Illustration I (TEC134) 3 Credits

Proportions and techniques used in drawing fashion figures and clothing. Introduction of media and illustrative styles for portfolio design, trade sketches, and fashion advertisements. Prerequisites: None.

Fashion Illustration II (TEC135) 3 Credits

Intermediate-level study of proportion and techniques used in drawing fashion figures, clothing, and flats. Continued study of garments, fabric textures and patterns. Development of skills in presentation drawing and commencing fashion design portfolio illustrations. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in TEC134 or permission of Instructor.

Industrial Sewing I (TEC143) 2 Credits

Introduction to industrial sewing machine usage for straight stitch, zigzag, overlock, cover stitch and blind-hem machines. Use in constructing, finishing, and decorating apparel and home decor. Note: TEC143 may be repeated for a total of six (6) credit hours. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in TEC111 or permission of Instructor.

Display and Visual Merchandising (TEC151) 3 Credits

An examination of the principles of design including line, color, balance, and texture as they relate to the display of merchandise. Participation in displays, field trips, and individual projects. Prerequisites: None.

Textiles (TEC222) 3 Credits

Study of textile fibers, yarns, fabrication, color and finishes and their impact on product performance. Includes labeling laws, fiber manufacturing processes, technical textiles, fiber properties, care, end use, and global sustainability efforts. Prerequisites: None.

Tailoring (TEC223) 3 Credits

Principles of tailoring as applied in the construction of a coat or suit. Alteration of patterns and fitting techniques. Note: TEC223 may be repeated for a total of 12 credit hours with permission of instructor. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in TEC124 or permission of Instructor.

Pattern Drafting (TEC224) 2 Credits

Draft patterns from measurements of dress forms and human figures. Development of slopers and garment patterns. Design and produce an original garment using pattern drafting techniques. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in TEC111 or permission of Instructor.

Pattern Design I (TEC225) 3 Credits

Creation of pattern designs by flat pattern methods. Produce a variety of styles. Production of an original pattern design and garment. Note: TEC225 may be repeated for a total of twelve (12) credits. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in TEC111, or THP206, or permission of Instructor.

Draping for Fashion Design (TEC226) 3 Credits

Manipulation of fabrics on a dress form and/or live figure to create designs and patterns. Use of woven fabrics to create basic and intermediate designs. Introduction of knitwear draping. Drape and construct an original design. Note: TEC226 may be repeated for a total of nine (9) credits. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in TEC111, or THP206, or permission of Instructor.

Pattern Design II (TEC230) 3 Credits

Practical application in designing clothing/patterns using flat pattern method. Principles of flat pattern and use of sloper reviewed. Includes creation of woven and knit original designs. Note: May be repeated for a total of twelve (12) credits. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in TEC225 or permission of Instructor.

Pattern Grading (TEC231) 3 Credits

Grading patterns to change sizes. Includes grading terminology, grading methods, figure types, grading charts, types of grade, even and uneven grades, and grading basic and intermediate designs. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in TEC111 or permission of Instructor.

Portfolio Development (TEC236) 1 Credit

This course is designed to assist students in the preparation and presentation of an original professional portfolio. Students will design, produce, and present artistic sketches and illustrations of fashion figures wearing designs, flats for garment designs, and fabric swatches/samples selected for designs. Including but not limited to using computer-assisted design software, presentation boards, and other required components in the field of portfolio development. Note: TEC236 may be repeated for a total of three (3) credits. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in TEC134 and permission of Department or Division. TEC221 is recommended.

Wardrobe Strategies (TEC245) 3 Credits

Methods of clothing selection, coordination, evaluation, and planning to meet men's and women's wardrobe needs. Prerequisites: None.

Fashion Design Internship (TEC271AA) 1 Credit

Work experience in fashion design business or industry. Work hours are coordinated for a minimum of 80 hours per semester. Supervision and evaluation by internship coordinator. Note: TEC271AA may be repeated for a total of three (3) credit hours. Prerequisites: Permission of Department or Division.

Fashion Design Internship (TEC271AC) 3 Credits

Work experience in fashion design business or industry. Fifteen hours of work weekly. Supervision and evaluation by an internship coordinator. Prerequisites: Permission of Department or Division.

Retail Merchandising Internship (TEC272AA) 1 Credit

Retail Merchandising work experience in a Fashion Retail business or industry. Supervision and evaluation by an internship coordinator. Eighty hours of designated work, per credit per semester. Prerequisites: Completion of at least twelve (12) college credits, minimum 2.6 grade point average, and be able to obtain a position related to student's academic or career goals (student's present job may qualify); or permission of Instructor.

Retail Merchandising Internship (TEC272AC) 3 Credits

Retail Merchandising work experience in a Fashion Retail business or industry. Supervision and evaluation by an internship coordinator. Eighty hours of designated work, per credit per semester. Prerequisites: Completion of at least twelve (12) college credits, minimum 2.6 grade point average, and be able to obtain a position related to student's academic or career goals (student's present job may qualify); or permission of Instructor.

Image Consultant Internship (TEC275AA) 1 Credit

Image Consultant work experience in a Fashion Retail business or industry. Supervision and evaluation by an internship coordinator. Eighty hours of designated work, per credit per semester. Prerequisites: Completion of at least twelve (12) college credits, minimum 2.6 grade point average, and be able to obtain a position related to student's academic or career goals (student's present job may qualify); or permission of Instructor.

Image Consultant Internship (TEC275AC) 3 Credits

Image Consultant work experience in a Fashion Retail business or industry. Supervision and evaluation by an internship coordinator. Eighty hours of designated work, per credit per semester. Prerequisites: Completion of at least twelve (12) college credits, minimum 2.6 grade point average, and be able to obtain a position related to student's academic or career goals (student's present job may qualify); or permission of Instructor.

Alteration Internship (TEC277AA) 1 Credit

Alteration work experience in a business or industry. Supervision and evaluation by an internship coordinator. Eighty hours of designated work, per credit per semester. Prerequisites: Completion of at least twelve (12) college credits, minimum 2.6 grade point average, and be able to obtain a position related to student's academic or career goals (student's present job may qualify); or permission of Instructor.

Alteration Internship (TEC277AC) 3 Credits

Alteration work experience in a business or industry. Supervision and evaluation by an internship coordinator. Eighty hours of designated work, per credit per semester. Prerequisites: Completion of at least twelve (12) college credits, minimum 2.6 grade point average, and be able to obtain a position related to student's academic or career goals (student's present job may qualify); or permission of Instructor.

Costume Design and Production Internship (TEC278AA) 1 Credit

Costume Design and Production work experience in a business or industry. Supervision and evaluation by an internship coordinator. Eighty hours of designated work, per credit per semester. Prerequisites: Completion of at least twelve (12) college credits, minimum 2.6 grade point average, and be able to obtain a position related to student's academic or career goals (student's present job may qualify); or permission of Instructor.

Costume Design and Production Internship (TEC278AC) 3 Credits

Costume Design and Production work experience in a business or industry. Supervision and evaluation by an internship coordinator. Eighty hours of designated work, per credit per semester. Prerequisites: Completion of at least twelve (12) college credits, minimum 2.6 grade point average, and be able to obtain a position related to student's academic or career goals (student's present job may qualify); or permission of Instructor.