Emphasis on resist dyeing and painting. Influence of designers, buyers, consumers, and technology on fashion in the marketplace. Scientific aspects of fibers, yarns, fabrication, and finishes for apparel and home furnishings. Study of existing regulatory controls and policies as they affect the consumer. A written project and oral presentation on fabric performance are required.
Students furnish their own fabric for performance testing.
Fundamental principles of house planning concerning orientation, space relationships, function, flexibility, aesthetic and economic factors. Construction techniques, sizing, material evaluation and assembly management. Quality analysis and introduction to computer-aided design. Laboratory experiences concentrate on the creative process and development of illustrative techniques. The theory of fashion merchandising and its application to basic retailing procedures, the responsibility of the buyer, and procedures used to determine consumer demand, merchandise selection, and pricing.