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Fashion Design and Apparel Technology

The Fashion Design and Apparel Technology department offers degree and certificate options in Apparel Design and Styling. The program’s strength is in a comprehensive curriculum of design and production courses based on industry-standard methods, while developing creative design approaches. These courses are designed to meet the different experience levels of students from beginner to advanced, as well as assist industry professionals seeking to upgrade their skills. With a sustainable and technological focus, our curriculum includes zero-waste patterning, as well as CLO3D and Illustrator/Photoshop for digital technical design. To ensure industry experience, students are encouraged to complete an internship in the apparel or a related industry. After completing the program, students are prepared to go directly into the workforce or transfer to four-year institutions.

Degrees and Certificates

Degree or Certificate ProgramAward TypeRequirements
Apparel Design Level 1 Certificate of Achievement 23 units
Stylist Certificate of Achievement 12 units
Apparel Design Associate in Science Degree 60 units
Apparel Design Level 2 Certificate of Achievement 29 units

FASHION DESIGN: For transfer information see assist.org and/or consult with a counselor.

The Faculty

Anthony Murray

Highlights

  • Industry-standard sewing machines, dressforms, and equipment in a spacious Production Lab
  • Cutting-edge digital fashion design and patterning software (CLO3D)
  • Access to the Maker Space with 3-D printers and laser cutters
  • Focus on sustainable design and practices, critical for the changing industry
  • Participation in the EXPO as a culmination of student work

Career Options

  • CAD Designer
  • CLO3D Digital Pattern Maker
  • Designer
  • Fabric/Trim Sourcing and Buying
  • First Pattern Maker
  • Illustrator
  • Merchandiser
  • Product developer
  • Production Pattern Maker
  • Sample Maker
  • Stylist
  • Sustainability Consultant
  • Technical Designer
  • Textile Designer
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Last Updated 6/28/24