CTFM-CLOTHING, TEXTILES AND FASHION MERCHANDISING

CTFM 178. Fundamentals of Fashion - 3 cr.

Survey of the fashion business from fiber to end product.

CTFM 255. Applied Principles in Clothing Selection - 3 cr.

Application of art principles in the study of clothing, emphasizing fashion terminology, for the application of clothing selection to personal and client use. Interrelationships of clothing and behavior from the aspects of culture and business environment are explored.

CTFM 270. Fashion Illustration - 3 cr. (1+4P)

Human figure sketches and fashion illustration as a form of communication. Emphasis on color, proportion, cut, and fabric detail. Prerequisites: CTFM 255, ART 110G.

CTFM 273. Concepts in Apparel Construction - 3 cr. (1+4P)

Application of generalizations and principles of garment construction to varied fabrics and designs. Analysis and evaluation of apparel merchandise with emphasis on the quality of garment construction. Restricted to: Main campus only. Restricted to CTFM, FCSE majors.

CTFM 300. Special Topics - 1-4 cr.

Specific subjects and credits to be announced in the Schedule of Classes. Maximum of 4 credits per semester and a total of 9 credits toward a degree.

CTFM 366. Historic Fashion - 3 cr.

Clothing produced by and for families from ancient times to the present. Prerequisite(s): CTFM 255 and CTFM 270. Restricted to CTFM majors.

CTFM 371. Textile Science - 3 cr. (1+4P)

Study of fabrics used for modern clothing, furnishings, and miscellaneous end uses. Textiles testing procedures explored. Prerequisites: CHEM 110G or consent of instructor.

CTFM 372. Fashion Merchandising - 3 cr.

The apparel industry from designing through manufacturing and distribution to retailers. Prerequisites: CTFM 178, and CTFM 255.

CTFM 373. Advanced Apparel Techniques - 3 cr.

This course builds upon concepts introduced in Concepts in Apparel Construction. An in-depth study of fabric selection, advanced garment construction and tailoring. New technologies applied to sewing construction will be explored. The use of computerized sewing machines will be incorporated. Prerequisite(s): CTFM 255 and CTFM 273. Restricted to CTFM majors.

CTFM 384. Clothing for Special Needs - 3 cr.

Selection, adaptation, and design of clothing that is functional and attractive for special needs populations such as for active sportswear, the handicapped, the elderly, and various specialty populations. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.

CTFM 402. Field Experience Marketing Training - 3-6 cr.

Practical experience in clothing manufacturing or retailing. Supervised by resident faculty and supervisor at the work site. Report required. Prerequisite: junior or senior standing, student must have completed half of the CTFM degree requirements, CTFM 372, an overall GPA of at least 2.5 and consent of instructor. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits. Restricted to majors.

CTFM 460. Cultural Perspectives in Dress - 3 cr.

Explores the social, psychological and cultural aspects of dress and appearance which includes the relationship of dress to physical and social environments, aesthetic and personal expression and cultural ideas and values. Prerequisite(s): CTFM 255 and CTFM 366.

CTFM 470. Global Fashion Industry Trends - 3 cr.

Exploration of fashion industry trends in a global setting. Current consumer patterns and future trends will be analyzed. Prerequisite(s): Junior, senior, graduate standing, or consent of instructor.

CTFM 474. Fashion Promotion - 3 cr.

Application of media to the communication of clothing information to the public. Prerequisite: CTFM 372 or consent of instructor.

CTFM 475. Fashion Buying - 3 cr.

Fundamental principles and procedures for successful merchandising of fashion goods, responsibilities of buyers, fashion trends, consumer demands, and merchandising arithmetic. Prerequisites: ACCT 251, CTFM 372, and CTFM 474.

CTFM 476. Apparel Design by Draping - 3 cr. (1+4P)

Theory and application of design in various fabrics and styles using three-dimensional forms in solving problems and developing designs. Prerequisite(s): CTFM 255, CTFM 273, CTFM 373. Restricted to CTFM majors.

CTFM 478. Apparel Design Through Flat Pattern - 3 cr.

This course builds upon concepts introduced in Apparel Design by Draping. Examines the process of flat-pattern design and includes an expanded section on design analysis. Consent of instructor required. Prerequisite(s): CTFM 273, CTFM 373, CTFM 476. Restricted to CTFM majors.

CTFM 492. Special Problems - 1-4 cr.

Individual research study in a selected subject area of family and consumer sciences. Maximum of 4 credits per semester and a total of 6 credits toward a degree.