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Courses
FASH 113 TEXTILES (3)
Three lecture hours per week. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 836.
Study of natural and chemical fibers; yarns and cloth construction, weaving,
finishing, dyeing. Study of purchase, use and care of textiles. Federal
legislation, cost and labeling as related to consumer use. Student will
examine the various characteristics of fibers and fabrics, including health
and comfort level on the body. Also listed as FCS 113. Transfer credit:
UC; CSU (C1).
FASH 117 CREATING A PERSONAL IMAGE (3)
Three lecture hours per week.
:A course designed to aid the student in adapting a fashion appearance
appropriate for professional and personal care. Concepts in awareness
of personal coloring, figure considerations, hair styling, and use of
makeup. Wardrobe planning and selection, accessorizing, and shopping strategies
will be emphasized. Specific material for both men and women will be presented.
Also listed as FCS 117. Transfer credit: CSU.
FASH 119 CLOTHING, CULTURE AND SOCIETY (3)
Three lecture hours per week. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 836.
Study of bodily adornment in terms of cultural, ethnic, historical, sociological,
psychological and economic considerations. Comparison will be made of
various cultures and subcultures. Fashion trends and merchandising techniques
as they affect the consumer will also be discussed. Student will examine
the importance of clothing as an expression of individual and group identity.
Also listed as FCS 119. Transfer credit: CSU (C1).
FASH 151 FASHION MERCHANDISING (3)
Three lecture hours per week. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 836.
Through lectures, guest speakers and field trips the student will have
the opportunity to explore a variety of aspects of the readyto- wear and
couture industry. Production cost, promotion and advertising techniques
will be studied in relation to large and small manufacture and retail
operations. Personal requirements to help prepare students for employment
in the field of fashion merchandising are given for guidance value. Transfer
credit: CSU.
FASH 152 VISUAL MERCHANDISING (3)
Three lecture hours per week.
Designed to provide the basic techniques needed for the visual presentation
of merchandise. The student will be involved in the study of interior
displays, the art of dramatizing the display, store windows, and their
coordination with sales promotion. (Fall Semester only.) Transfer credit:
CSU.
FASH 153 APPAREL AND HOME FASHION ANALYSIS (3)
Three lecture hours per week. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 836.
Designed to provide information regarding the types and construction features
of fashion apparel (including product knowledge of children’s, men’s
and women’s apparel) and accessories necessary for fashion buying,
consumer information, and the interpretation of this information. This
course includes study of textile and non-textile merchandising, fashion
lines, and forecasting for home fashions. Transfer credit: CSU.
FASH 156 FASHION SHOWS AND SPECIAL EVENTS (3)
(Spring Semester only.)
Three lecture hours per week.
Designed to provide the basic techniques needed for the visual presentation
of merchandise through production of fashion shows and special events.
The student will be involved in the observation and production of various
types of shows and promotions. Transfer credit: CSU.
FASH 160 BUSINESS OF IMAGE CONSULTING (2)
Three lecture hours per week. Prerequisite: FASH 117 or equivalent.
This course will acquaint students with the principles and practices of
the image consulting industry. Setting up and marketing a business; developing
a professional knowledge base and re s o u rces; working with clientele;
setting fees and keeping business records. Students will gain ‘’how-to’’
experience through lectures, field trips and individual and group projects.
Transfer credit: CSU.
FASH 665 SELECTED TOPICS IN FASHION (.5 or 1 or 1.5)
(Credit/No Credit or letter grade.)
Eight lecture hours per .5 unit.
Designed to enhance interest and develop skills in the business of fashion.
The course will focus on one of the following specific topics: principles
in color, basics of visual display, business of modeling, fashion as a
cultural experience, fashion survey. May be repeated for credit as topics
vary. Transfer credit: CSU.
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