2024-2025 SLCC General Catalog
Fashion Design & Merchandising: Technical Apparel Emphasis: AAS (CTE)
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Associate of Applied Science | 67 credits minimum
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Program Description
Those working in Technical Apparel fields are involved in almost every stage of product development, including specifications, grading, patternmaking, sample making, fit, and production. They often work as part of a fashion design team, working closely with designers, manufacturers and merchandisers, and are integral to the production of a high-quality product. A sharp eye for fashion and a solid understanding of patternmaking are necessary for success in this field.
Students electing to pursue an AAS Degree in Technical Apparel will acquire skills and hands-on training such as pattern drafting, draping, apparel production, and creating “tech packs,” using industry specific equipment in order to prepare them for Technical Apparel career pathways. Additionally, students will learn about important industry topics such as sustainability and social responsibility. Students will be prepared for entry-level work in a wide range of careers such as technical designers, sample makers, and pattern technicians.
Career Opportunities
Opportunities in the field of Technical Apparel include, but are not limited to:
• Technical Designer
• Apparel Designer
• Apparel Technical Design Manager
• Product Developer
• Pattern Designer
• Apparel Sourcing Specialist
• Production Pattern Maker
• Pattern Layout Technician
• Pattern Technician
• Sample Maker
• Pattern Digitizer
• Pattern Grader
• Cutter
Transfer/Articulation Information
Please refer to the Student Resources section of the SLCC University Transfer webpage.
Estimated Cost for Students
Tuition and student fees: http://www.slcc.edu/student/financial/tuition-fees.aspx
Course fees: $105
Supplies: $500
Note: Fees vary based upon specific registration and are subject to changes.
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General Education Requirements
Complete all General Education courses.
Required Courses (53 Credits)
Time to Completion & Graduation Map
Program Learning Outcomes
Program learning outcome alignment with Student Learning Outcomes in brackets.
- Demonstrate an understanding of, and the ability to discuss the fashion industry and how the numerous segments of the industry intersect, as well as the workings of the fashion industry including apparel design, merchandising and product development. [1,2,3,4,5,7,8,9]
- Demonstrate an understanding and command of appropriate industry terminology and the ability to communicate with a professional demeanor in order to effectively share ideas and concepts necessary for the development and production of apparel products. [1,2,3,4,5,7,8,9]
- Demonstrate the ability to work both independently and as a member of a diverse team, exhibiting effective decision making, and communicating respectfully and successfully with others in order to resolve conflicts while maintaining mutual cooperation. [1,2,4,5,7]
- Demonstrate competence in applying technical knowledge and industry specific computer software skills. [1,2,3,4,5,9]
- Demonstrate the ability to use oral, written and visual skills in applying quantitative and qualitative analysis and employ superior problem solving skills in planning, creating, and critiquing tasks associated with apparel development and production. [1,2,3,4,5,7,8]
- Demonstrate an understanding of the elements and principles of design and the ability to analyze and correctly use them in the design process from research to concept, to final garment. [1,2,4,5,8]
- Demonstrate the ability to skillfully take a garment from initial conception through the entire design and production process, including: pattern development, fabric selection, construction, fitting, technical specification packet development, and final production. [1,2,3,4,5,7,8,9]
- Demonstrate the ability to use domestic and industrial sewing equipment along with various sewing methods and techniques to construct a variety of professionally finished garments. [1,3,5]
- Demonstrate competency in apparel design and development through creation of a technical apparel design portfolio, for use in self-promotion and effective marketing in the industry. [1,2,3,4,5,8,9]
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