KNTD KNTD 1800 — 3 UNITS ESSENTIALS OF MACHINE KNITTING

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.

KNTD 2100 — 6 UNITS STITCH, COLOR & SURFACE DESIGN

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, thereby acquiring both an in-depth understanding of knit structure and surface design treatments as they apply to various markets. Prerequisite: KNTD 1800

KNTD 2400 — 6 UNITS STOLL M1 PLUS INDUSTRIAL KNITTING 

In this course, students are introduced to Stoll M1 Plus software and Stoll CMS industrial knitting machines. Students learn to program and knit stitch patterns for swatch development as well as basic silhouette shaping and detailing used in full fashion knitting. Prerequisites: KNTD 1800, KNTD 2100

KNTD 2600 — 6 UNITS SHAPE & DETAIL FOR FASHION KNITWEAR

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

KNTD 2700 — 3 UNITS KNIT CONSTRUCTION & SPECIFICATION

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 cost analysis of materials in the production process are identified and estimated. Prerequisite: KNTD 1800

KNTD 2750 — 3 UNITS LINE DEVELOPMENT FOR KNITWEAR

In this course, students prepare portfolios for professional presentations and interviewing by planning and developing knitwear collections. It includes planning and research for both the technical and creative processes of creating a cohesive collection. The portfolios include the knit swatches, drawings, and CAD work that best exemplifies their aesthetic as well as knowledge of trend and market application. Prerequisites: KNTD 1800, KNTD 2100, KNTD 2600, KNTD 2700

KNTD 2850 — 3 UNITS ADVANCED KNITWEAR CONSTRUCTION

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. Prerequisite: KNTD 2600