Department: FM Fashion Merchandising

CodeNameDescription
FM111Fashion AnalysisApplication of aesthetic principles to apparel design. Topics include fashion illustration and design, personal color analysis, figure analysis, and wardrobe planning.
FM112Fashion Studio IApparel construction and design. Development of the basic principles, concepts, and skills essential for apparel construction. Students will apply individual design concepts to projects.
FM211Clothing and CultureThe course explores the social, psychological, and cultural aspects of clothing and appearance. It includes the relationship of clothing and appearance to physical and social environments, aesthetic and personal expression, and cultural ideals and va...
FM312Ready to Wear AnalysisThe examination and evaluation of ready-to-wear apparel and its details for construction, style, quality, and fit. Apparel manufacture terms, techniques, production methods and costing will be discussed.
FM316TextilesAn in-depth study of fibers, yarns, fabric constructions, and finishes of the fabrics currently in use for clothing and the household. Labeling, comparative consumption, and the economics of textiles are studied.
FM317Fashion IndustryThe history and development of the fashion industry, its operation, merchandising activities, and current industry trends, from the producers of raw materials to retail distribution of consumer goods.
FM413Fashion Studio IIPrinciples of apparel design by flat pattern methods. Advanced fitting techniques used to create a master pattern. Students will design and construct original fashion designs.
FM416Fashion MerchandisingIncludes planning, buying, and selling of fashion merchandise through various distribution channels; fashion management, organization, operations, and image; pricing and retail math; fashion promotion and visual merchandising.
FM417Fashion EvolutionA chronological study of costume and textiles from ancient civilizations to modern times. Historical and cultural aspects as they influenced period costume will be discussed.
FM430Fashion PromotionThis course focuses on the comprehensive nature of promotion in the merchandising environment of fashion and related goods. Concepts, perspectives, and methods for the development and implementation of integrated marketing communications programs for...
FM498Independent StudyNo Description Set
FMELCTFashion Merchandising ElectiveNo Description Set