TEXT 1350 — 6 UNITS STUDIO TECHNIQUES I

In this studio class, students paint with gouache in a flat opaque technique, color mixing and matching. Students are introduced to concepts of layout and repeat, color pitching, and are encouraged to develop color combinations for use in printed textiles.

TEXT 1500 — 3 UNITS NATURAL FORMS

This course develops students' drawing and design skills through the observation of nature. Students apply the principles and elements of design by stylizing representational motifs inspired from nature into original drawings.

TEXT 1550 — 6 UNITS STUDIO TECHNIQUES II

A continuation of the Studio Techniques course, which introduces new painting techniques along with the additional focus on commercially designed textiles for specific markets. Prerequisite: TEXT 1350

TEXT 1750 — 3 UNITS CREATING FABRIC STRUCTURES

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

TEXT 1850 — 3 UNITS SURFACE DESIGN FOR INTERIOR APPLICATIONS

This studio course specializes in the principles of textile design as they relate to home furnishing fabrication, wall coverings, and other interior related products. Prerequisites: TEXT 1350, TEXT 1550

TEXT 2220 — 3 UNITS INTRODUCTION TO PHOTOSHOP

An introduction to Photoshop as it relates to textile design, this course teaches students to identify and use tools, menu items, layers, and filters and to make essential color adjustments and simple artwork modifications.

TEXT 2240 — 3 UNITS INTRODUCTION TO ILLUSTRATOR

This course provides an introduction to Illustrator in which the students learn to identify and use the program tools and menu items, emphasizing drawing skills for textile, placement prints, and flat sketching.

TEXT 2550 — 6 UNITS COMPUTER-AIDED SURFACE DESIGN I

This CAD studio course builds on the foundation from the Introduction to Photoshop course. Students expand their knowledge of tools, menus, and functions of Adobe Photoshop in the development and manipulation of printed textiles in repeating patterns and layouts. Prerequisite: TEXT 2220

TEXT 2600 — 3 UNITS DESIGN FOR FORM & FUNCTION

This course introduces students to the basic pattern blocks and manufacturing procedures in the fashion industry. Students explore the process of textile design and its relationship to the function of the finished product.

TEXT 2750 — 6 UNITS COMPUTER-AIDED SURFACE DESIGN II

This continuation of Computer-Aided Surface Design utilizes the computer as a design tool. Students expand their experience developing print designs, drawing attention specifically to formulating color ways, learning to prepare designs for engraving. Prerequisite: TEXT 2550

TEXT 2850 — 3 UNITS TEXTILE PRINTING

This studio course introduces students to the fundamentals of the screen printing process as used in textiles. Students use techniques demonstrated in the classroom by designing and printing repeat patterns, including screen separations and registration for printing yardage. Includes a three (3) hour lab. Prerequisite: TEXT 2750

TEXT 3150 — 3 UNITS TREND ANALYSIS

Students examine the fashion forecasting process, with an emphasis on textile development and color trends in the global and domestic markets.

TEXT 4650 — 3 UNITS LINE DEVELOPMENT

Through this study of the color and design strategies used in merchandising textile print designs, students gain an appreciation of the designer's role in responding to the market. A line of textile print concepts is developed based on research of markets, trends, and color. Prerequisite: TEXT 3150

TEXT 4950 — 3 UNITS PORTFOLIO DEVELOPMENT

Students learn to market their skills and pursue careers in the textile industry. Through comprehensive portfolio analysis, students' designs are critically evaluated and prepared for presentation to prospective employers and clients. Additional attention to contracts, copyright, trademark, and licensing are introduced. Prerequisite: TEXT 4650