This course introduces students to garment construction concepts and techniques by completing garment projects. Students learn to use and care for the fundamental tools of the garment production industry, basic construction techniques, pattern layout, marking and material economizing, with emphasis on sewing precision. Students practice the techniques learned throughout the course by working on mini-projects while developing and completing their first garment proje...

This course will introduce students to the fundamentals of drawing and fashion illustration. Students learn visual vocabulary, rendering, art concepts, 2D and 3D perspectives, lines, shapes, textures, patterns, fashion body vs. human form and croquis, technical drawings, and shading by exploring a variety of mixed media and drawing techniques to enable them to create a signature illustration style.

Students will explore natural and synthetic fibres, their characteristics and properties, the transition between fibre to fabric, fabric names and usages, care, labelling, life and handling, yarn production weaves, knits, printing, dyes, and new technologies in fibre production with an emphasis on 21st Century trends.

Understanding colour and design principles through exploration and application across media, visual, and applied design genres. This course will introduce students to the fundamental principles of colour theory through design, such as layout, composition, balance, colour science as well as a diverse range of colour theories, and how to employ them creatively. These concepts will be reinforced through specific practical exercises, and activities that will serve to d...

This course introduces students to pattern-making using standard accepted industry practices, basic principles of flat pattern drafting, development of industry blocks and their use in pattern development by addressing professional standards. Students will learn to develop basic pattern blocks and manipulate these drafts to create various design styles with an emphasis on correct terminology and markings.

This course furthers basic garment construction proficiency and techniques by completing garment projects, samples, pattern layout, marking, fitting, material economizing, and emphasis on sewing precision. Students practice techniques learned throughout the course by working on mini projects and a fully lined sleeveless V-neck shift dress. A final construction exam at the end of the term will further test the student’s knowledge.

This course introduces the students to vector image editing using Adobe Illustrator. By the end of this course, the student will be able to create, modify, and enhance vector artwork, craft special effects, work in 3D space, and prepare files for export to variations applications in web, mobile, print, and manufacturing.

Students learn garment styles, fashion elements, fashion forecasting, and the ability to recognize brands and people from within the industry. Fashion forecasting is a process that includes knowledge of changing colours and styles, lifestyles, and consumer buying patterns. Students learn the science and art of fashion forecasting, which affects decision-making in the apparel industry, to help students uncover trends in marketing, technology, and popular culture.

Students learn fashion design principles, R.T.W, Couture, and the entire Fashion Cycle from concept through design and production with a specific demographic and market through fashion mood boards, research files, and analysis to form a brand DNA. Students will create a 20-look mini apparel collection with original concepts, develop and refine the croquis into a personalized style in preparation for Fashion Design Studio I, and draw accurate technical specs.

Students apply their knowledge from the previous pattern-making class to bodice manipulation by creating multiple bodice styles in both ½ and ¼ scales, utilizing the basic foundation blocks as a base. Flat pattern drafting, correct terminology and markings following professional standards are emphasized continually.

This project-based course focuses on new fabrics and construction sequencing by creating two knitwear pieces (a basic swimsuit and jersey dress), a pair of woman’s trousers, and a blouse. Students utilize their skills with construction and different types of fabrics and materials, emphasizing sewing precision, pattern layout, marking, and material economizing.

This course introduces students to computer-aided design for pattern making. Students learn to transfer pattern drafts to a computer with industry-standard software, digital equivalents of pattern creation and alterations to existing product patterns through handson experience with the system’s capabilities to digitize and modify designs and manage files.

Through this 'hands-on' course, the student will learn the fundamentals of design, advanced features and tips to prepare images for digital output and print. By the end of this course, the student will be able to create, modify, and enhance sophisticated images using raster editing tools and features; craft special effects; work in 3D space; and prepare files for export to various applications in web, mobile, print, and manufacturing.

Students learn fabric swatching and experimenting with textile development using unique fashion croquis created in Collection Design & Development. Students research, create mood boards, establish brand development, a consumer demographic, market analysis, trend reports and inspiration resulting in a 40-look cohesive collection.

In this advanced pattern drafting course students will learn how to interpret a variety of design propositions front and back in ½ scale. Further study and interpretation of complex tailoring and asymmetrical design propositions will be covered via demonstration and lecture. Correct seam allowances, developing facings, fusing and linings with engineered ease will be covered in both soft and tailored garments. Students will learn how to properly walk back a p...

This project-based course focuses on new fabrics and construction sequencing by creating a fitted women's blazer and a constructed cocktail dress. Students utilize their skills with construction and different types of fabrics and materials, emphasizing sewing precision, pattern layout, marking, and material economizing.

This course builds on the concepts and tools introduced in Digital Patten Making I. Students will be expanding their knowledge of the AccuMark Explorer and Pattern Design Systems to develop, manipulate and modify digital garment patterns.

This course introduces the fundamentals of web site development. The students will learn about the structure, and components of code-based languages, and website programming. Students will learn to work with text, tables, tags, images, forms, and hyperlinks to design, and create a fully functional website.

Students focus on the patterning, draping and construction process of 4 toile looks from the 40 look collection by working from fashion croquis and technical spec drawings. Students learn to decode a sketch, manipulate a block, lay, cut and construct a toile. Students learn construction sequences, sewing, pressing techniques, and fabric yields. Fittings will be executed on a cabine model by the instructor.

Students create patterns and toiles of three designs previously selected. Students pattern draft and sew toiles for their original design ideas and learn the proper fall and fit of a garment, alteration and correct fit issues, techniques to add or reduce fullness/draglines, and create figure-pleasing proportions on the body by laying pattern pieces and creating a fabric yield.

Product development is a process that begins with a design concept and follows through to production. In this course, students are introduced to technical drawings, technical specification packages, production boards, garment design elements and product organizational flows, all of which are integral to the manufacturing, marketing and merchandising of apparel.

Students explore digital design techniques and tools for developing professional fashion-appropriate content by exploring composition layout, textile design and technical drawing. Students visualize, plan and communicate multifaceted design concepts efficiently and creatively and are introduced to CLO 3D software to instantly review changes and modifications to 2D patterns, colours, textures and finishing details, and fabric simulation in 3D and export for sampling...

During the final term, this capstone course provides studio time and individual mentoring allowing for revisions, high-level detail and sewing accuracy and precision. Students will be able to perfect advanced techniques learned throughout the program and present their final collection to the industry.

Fashion stylists are responsible for organizing and preparing people, accessories and garments worn by models at photoshoots. In creating “the look,” stylists must be up-to-date in all aspects of fashion forecasting. Students learn styling and trend forecasting, apparel advertising, theory, and practice while working on a photo shoot and magazine spread, which will become a portfolio piece.

Students develop a professional fashion portfolio demonstrating their skills through copywriting, planning and organizing a digital project, professional layouts, marketing collateral, and translating fashion ideas into visual design elements. This portfolio will endorse the values of the student’s fashion knowledge to enable them to highlight their designs and achievements and present them to potential buyers, partners and audiences.