AA 151 Textiles
A study of fibers and fabric of both natural and synthetic origins. The course includes an analysis of the use and care of textiles, design applications, and finishing. Emphasis on the use of textiles for fashion. (3)
AA 250 Clothing Construction
A study and application of the principles of garment construction. The course emphasizes application techniques for various available fabrics and production methods for basic styles. (3)
AA 265 Fashion Illustration I
An analysis and application of techniques for drawing the fashion figure and related apparel. The course includes projects designed to develop technical drawings and illustrations suitable for presentation purposes. Prerequisite: FA 105 or permission of the instructor. (3)
AA 270 Clothing Analysis
Focuses on the evaluation of garment quality from construction and sewing standards to appropriate textile choice, mass production processes, and pricing. Prerequisite: AA 250. (3)
AA 272 Textile Design I
Introduces fabric crafts and principles related to surface design for printing on textiles. Studio projects develop skills in the design of textiles and computer-aided design. Prerequisite: FA 105 or permission of the instructor. (3)
AA 273 Visual Merchandising
A study and application of merchandising principles for good store design. The course also examines the aesthetic elements used in merchandise presentation. (3)
AA 274 The Fashion Industry and Its Promotion
Students identify global and domestic fashion markets and obtain an historic overview of the fashion industry. Course develops an analysis of sources and market trends and assigns exercises in the coordination of special events. Students assist in the production of a dramatized fashion show at the University. (3)
AA 320 Fashion Research and Communication
Teaches students to identify fashion trends through research, then communicate and promote those trends to the trade and to the consumer. Students will examine the role of public relations in the fashion industry. Prerequisites: EN 101 and EN 102, or permission of instructor. (3)
AA 350 Apparel Design I
Execution of fashion designs through the flat pattern method. The course teaches the rudiments of draping. Prerequisites: AA 250 and AA 270, or the equivalents. (3)
AA 361 Survey of Fashion
An analysis of fashion: its function, history, and relation to modern economy. The course covers the principles of fashion change, fashion terminology, and the development of fashions and accessories from ancient Egypt to the present. (3)
AA 365 Fashion Illustration II
An advanced study of fashion drawing and design using a variety of color media. Prerequisite: AA 265 and AA 350. (3)
AA 370 Tailored Garment Structures
A studio in the methods of tailoring. Projects are assigned to develop skills in fitting, shaping, lining, and underlining of garments. Prerequisites: AA 250 and AA 270, or permission of the instructor. (3)
AA 372 Textile Design II
A continuation of AA 272 with concentration on color, the markets, industry specifications, and computer-aided design. Prerequisite: AA 272 or permission of the instructor. (3)
AA 381 Buying Fashion Apparel
Examination and analysis of the theory, mathematics, and practice of buying and selling apparel. Prerequisite: MKT 308. (3)
AA 382 Merchandise Planning and Analysis
Provides an understanding of the methods and calculations necessary in successful merchandising as well as computer applications for inventory control. Prerequisite: AA 381. (3)
AA 385 Apparel Design II
Exploration of advanced flat pattern techniques and computer-aided design. Teaches design students the theory of drafting clothing patterns based on sets of body measurements and the theory of grading patterns. Prerequisites: AA 250, AA 270, and AA 350. (3)
AA 390 Principles of Costume and Theater
Examines the principles and processes of designing costumes for the stage. Emphasis on methods used to illuminate ideas, themes, characters, and action found in a script. (3)
AA 395 Digital Presentation for Fashion
Students utilize Photoshop and Illustrator software for applications to the fashion industry, such as fashion presentations, trend boards, and mood boards. Prerequisite: AA 265. (3)
AA 400 Internship
A senior student may register for 3-6 credits in a field experience in the Washington metropolitan area. Appropriate settings include manufacturers, specialty stores, and department stores. The internship is monitored by a faculty member. Prerequisite: permission of the dean of Arts and Sciences. (3-6)
AA 405 Fashion in the Global Marketplace
This course provides an understanding of the textile and apparel industries in the world economy. Emphasis is on U.S. importing and exporting and on global trends in the production and consumption of textiles and apparel. Prerequisite: ECO 210. (3)
AA 407 Product Development
Investigation of the process by which an apparel product is launched in the marketplace from the design and merchandising perspectives, including research, testing, financial planning, and marketing. Prerequisite: AA 151, AA 270, and open only to juniors and seniors majoring in Fashion Design or Merchandising. (3)
AA 410 Clothing Selection and Behavior
A study of fashion as it relates to clothing selection. Emphasis on clothing behavior, consumer practices, wardrobe planning, and color. Analysis of fringe consumer groups. (3)
AA 412 The Great Designers
An examination of the origin of haute couture and the contributions of noted fashion designers since 1850. The course considers social and economic influences on the designer and consumer in each period. (3)
AA 414 Fashion Show Production
The development of advanced planning required for a dramatized fashion show. Students will develop strategies for advertising and publicity, budgeting, floor plans, stage and program designs, and targeting an appropriate market. Students plan lighting and sound, choreograph routines, and produce the fashion show. Prerequisite: AA 274 or permission of the instructor. (3)
AA 415 Apparel Design III
Advanced study in the use of the draping method. Design concepts are developed to final, well-constructed original creations. Prerequisites: AA 250, AA 270, AA 350, AA 370, and AA 385. (3)
AA 418 Advanced Problems in Fashion Design I
Examines fashion design as both process and product. Students learn to integrate the elements of visual design, methods of pattern making, and the use of special fabrics. Prerequisites:
AA 250, AA 270, AA 350, AA 370, AA 385, AA 415, and senior status. (3)
AA 420 Advanced Problems in Fashion Design II
A continuation of the advanced projects started in AA 418. Students create a line of garments suited to a specific market. Prerequisites: AA 250, AA 270, AA 350, AA 370, AA 385, AA 415, and AA 418. (3)
AA 421 Project
An investigation of a selected topic in the major emphasis area under the direction of a faculty advisor. The project is intended to develop independent research capabilities and presentation techniques for fashion design or fashion merchandising. Prerequisite: permission of the dean of Arts and Sciences. (3-6)
AA 422 Senior Seminar in Fashion Merchandising
The capstone course in Fashion Merchandising. Presents current practices, trends, and problems in the field. Students learn to analyze contemporary problems by using the case study method and by presenting a written and oral case analysis at the end of the course. Prerequisite: senior status. (3)
AA 423 Senior Fashion Design Portfolio
Design for different markets is integrated with fashion presentations. Students create a portfolio for entry into the industry. Prerequisites: AA 265, AA 365, and senior status. (3)
AA 433 Research
A student in this course will conduct collaborative research (scholarly work leading to new knowledge) under the direction of a faculty member. Prerequisite: application and approval of department chair. (1-6)