BACHELOR OF SCIENCE

APPAREL TECHNICAL DESIGN

The Bachelor of Science in Apparel Technical Design Program prepares students for a career in design engineering and product development for the global fashion industry. The program provides a sequential curriculum that fosters creativity, technical expertise, critical literacy, and knowledge of innovative technologies. Students gain practical experience through internships and industry-sponsored events, and become proficient in prototype development, fit analysis, and supply chain management.

What Our Students Learn In our program, students learn how to translate design concepts into production-ready prototype specifications that result in great fitting and performing products. Students master garment construction, fit, and fabric application, integrating technology into their decision-making as they collaborate on class projects.

Why FIDM A required internship, visits to production facilities, and interactions with local fashion companies give students networking opportunities. Students create working prototypes with the latest technology, and a senior portfolio project with a focus on sustainable solutions.

Graduates of this program are qualified to take jobs classified under Department of Labor occupational codes 51-6000, 11-3000, 13-1000, and 41-1000, among others.

REQUIRED CLASSES FOR  BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S.) 
REQUIRED CLASSES FOR  BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S.) 
BUMT 4840  Studies in Leadership+  3
GNST 2530  Principles of Kinesiology+  3
GNST 2530L Principles of Kinesiology Lab+  1
GNST 2570  Microeconomics+  3
GNST 2630  Principles of Chemistry+  3
GNST 2870  Macroeconomics+  3
GNST 3000  World Political History+  3
GNST 3050  Writing for Business Professionals+   3
GNST 3400  Social Psychology+  3
GNST 3500  Professional Presentation+   3
GNST 3900  Issues in Contemporary Society+   3
MPDV 3100  Garment Construction & Analysis   3
MPDV 3200  Pattern & Fit Analysis  6
MPDV 3250  Quality Assurance in Technical Design  3
MPDV 3450  Computerized Pattern making Applications   3
MPDV 3600A Advanced Technical Illustration I  3
MPDV 3600B Advanced Technical Illustration II  3
MPDV 4100  Production Pattern Drafting  6
MPDV 4200  Trim Development & Application  3
MPDV 4250  Sustainable Practices in Design  3
MPDV 4400  Supply Chain & Lifecycle Planning  3
MPDV 4500  Internship  3
MPDV 4550  Prototype Development & Analysis I   3
MPDV 4600  Design Thinking: Research & Ideation  3
MPDV 4750  Prototype Development & Analysis II (6 hours)*   3
MPDV 4850  Design Thinking: Implementation  3
TSCI 3250  Technical & Performance Textiles   3
TSCI 3500  Denim Development & Finishing  3
TSCI 3600  Fabric Management  3
  Total Units of Credit 91

This program is not accepting enrollments as of Summer 2023.

+ Available as an online (distance learning) course.

*Three (3)-hour lab included in 6 hours

Prerequisite: FIDM degree in Apparel Industry Management, Fashion Design, or Merchandise Product Development or an external associate's degree in Fashion Design from an accredited college/university.

One-on-one advisement is available to students from other FIDM Majors to consider eligibility for special admissions to this program. Contact the appropriate department chairperson.