related skills, and focus on career reflection and preparation. Placement approval required by the Department Chair.
INTD 4550A — 3 UNITS
FURNITURE DESIGN I
This course follows the development of conceptual designs for custom residential seating, case goods, and tables into a physical product. The course includes historic research, the analysis and specification of materials, and necessary processes from concept to fabrication.
INTD 4550B — 3 UNITS
FURNITURE DESIGN II
The development of conceptual designs for mass-produced seating, case goods, and tables into physical products is continued. Students engage in material analysis for code adherence, research sourcing for manufacturing and production, and apply the necessary processes to move the product from concept to fabrication. Prerequisite: INTD 4550A
INTD 4850 — 3 UNITS
PORTFOLIO
This course offers instructional support on the development and completion of an extensive portfolio demonstrating the breadth and depth of a student's work, including its attainment of industry standards.
INTD 4900 — 6 UNITS
SENIOR DESIGN THESIS
The thesis project is a culmination of all course work completed in the program. This comprehensive design assignment is of a specialty hospitality space, including but not limited to a retail or restaurant environment. The final presentation incorporates furnishings, fixtures, equipment, surfaces, and a product design component.
KNTD
KNTD 3400 — 6 UNITS
FUNDAMENTALS OF MACHINE KNITTING
Students gain competency with machine knitting including cast-on and off, basic stitches, stitch gauge, and introductory shaping. Students build a foundation of knit structure by compiling a personal swatch library of knit fabrics. Includes a three (3) hour studio.
KNTD 4200 — 6 UNITS
INDUSTRIAL STITCH PROGRAMMING
In this course, students are introduced to Stoll M1 Plus software and STOLL industrial knitting equipment. Students continue building a swatch library by programming and knitting a variety of knit structures and multicolor patterns using industrial knitting machines. Prerequisite: KNTD 3400
MFTG
MFTG 1150 — 3 UNITS
MARKETING DYNAMICS FOR FASHION
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.
MFTG 1400 — 3 UNITS
APPAREL PROCESS I
This class introduces students to the basics of draping and flat patternmaking, sewing, garment construction, and apparel production terminology. Includes a three (3) hour lab.
MFTG 1700 — 3 UNITS
APPAREL PROCESS II
This continuation of Apparel Process I covers contemporary construction including a denim jacket, knit hoodie and 5-pocket jean, finishing processes, and emerging trends in apparel production. Includes a three (3) hour lab. Prerequisite: MFTG 1400
MFTG 1880 — 3 UNITS
COMPUTER SKETCHING I
This course focuses on computer sketching professional techniques using Abobe Illustrator. The emphasis is on market-standard fashion silhouettes based on chosen market groups. Additionally, students are introduced to 3-D garment design with the use of CLO 3-D. Prerequisites: MFTG 2050, TSCI 1440
MFTG 2050 — 3 UNITS
TECHNICAL SKETCHING I
A flat sketching class for developing hand drawn technical garment flat sketches. This course teaches students basic drawing skills, design detail terminology, and standards of proportion used in the industry.
MFTG 2080 — 3 UNITS
COMPUTER SKETCHING II
The second computer sketching course focuses on the application of Photoshop in the fashion industry, advanced techniques using Illustrator, development of ePortfolios, and the implementation of 3-D design ideas in production, industry standard apparel CADs. Prerequisite: MFTG 1880
MFTG 2120 — 3 UNITS
MERCHANDISING, COSTING & SPECIFICATION
In this introduction to the design and product development processes involved in creating fashion apparel, students examine the development of collections and groups for specific target markets and study the technical processes of costing and specifications required to produce the merchandise. Students develop their own line of apparel for a specific target customer and provide the technical packs necessary for production of the line. Prerequisites: MFTG 1400, MFTG 2050