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18 courses with the subject FTD, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.

FTD 104Fashion and Textile Design First Year Studio I (6

hours) This course provides Fashion and Textile Design freshman with a comprehensive introduction to foundational design concepts and methods representative of the creative thought and processes of fashion and textile design disciplines. The coursework encourages entering freshmen to think creatively through design and art, and the world around them, as they secure a skillful level of craftsmanship in the design and making of textile products. Design language, design elements and principles, and design communication and theory will be studied through readings and applications and will be experienced in person through field trips. Additional costs may be incurred for field trips. Typically offered in Fall only

Subject
FTD
Credits (min)
6
Credits (max)
6
Credit unit
credit
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
catalog.ncsu.edu
Corequisite
D 100
FTD 105Fashion and Textile Design First Year Studio II (6

hours) This course is the continuation of the comprehensive introduction to foundational design concepts and methods representative of creative thought and activity across design and artistic disciplines, started in FTD FY Studio I. The course work encourages first year students to think critically and in depth about concept, context, material, and design process, for textile and fashion product development. There will be readings and applications in advanced design theory, including processes, methods, philosophies and related concepts. The class will involve field trips to experience these advanced design principles in person. Additional costs may be incurred. Typically offered in Spring only

Subject
FTD
Credits (min)
6
Credits (max)
6
Credit unit
credit
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
catalog.ncsu.edu
Prerequisite
D 100 and FTD 104; Co-requisites: D 101 and FTD 200
FTD 200Design Skills Workshop ()3

First course in developing student's use of design tools for the production of prototype products from textile materials, beginning with the selection of appropriate fabric and other raw materials and extending through critiquing the product. Concepts of ethical and sustainable design are built into the analysis and design of the product. A variety of techniques for designing sewn textile products are explored, as well as methods and safe practices for using equipment in the studio. FTD Majors Only. Typically offered in Spring only

Subject
FTD
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credit hours
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
catalog.ncsu.edu
Prerequisite
TT 105 and Corequisite: D 105
FTD 201Computer-Aided Textile Design and Color6
Subject
FTD
Credits (min)
6
Credits (max)
6
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
catalog.ncsu.edu
FTD 215Fashion Design 1 ()3

Studio course which introduces students to the basic rules and principles of flat pattern-making for apparel products. Advanced applications will be demonstrated through workshops utilizing concept-driven problems and follow-up critiques. Concurrent practices with computer-aided design will be presented where applicable. FTD majors only. Typically offered in Fall only

Subject
FTD
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credit hours
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
catalog.ncsu.edu
Prerequisite
Grade of C or better in FTD 200 and Corequisite: FTD 201
FTD 216Fashion Workroom Practices ()3

Studio course introducing the basic concepts and practices for the creation of final garments and extending through quality analysis of the final product. Incorporates workroom techniques for production of a variety of sewn product applications using various fabrications. FTD majors only. Additional costs may be incurred for course materials/ equipment. FTM 219) Typically offered in Spring only

Subject
FTD
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credit hours
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
catalog.ncsu.edu
Prerequisite
(Grade of C or better in FTD 200) or (Grade of C or better in
FTD 218Fashion Illustration ()3

Concepts and practices for the fashion figure and fashion illustration, including the analysis of fashion figure structure details, proportion, and fashion figures clothed with different apparel and materials. The training of effective drawing of different fashion styles, wearing status and occasions, and the study of applying multiple illustration approaches to enhance fashion design and presentation. Additional costs may be incurred for course materials/equipment. FTD and FTM majors only. Typically offered in Spring only

Subject
FTD
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credit hours
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
catalog.ncsu.edu
Prerequisite
ADN 281
FTD 321Fashion Design by Draping

GEP Elective (https://catalog.ncsu.edu/undergraduate/gep- category-requirements/)

Subject
FTD
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
catalog.ncsu.edu
FTD 373Yarn Design Studio ()3

Design of yarns and sample production, including the creation of novelty yarns, fancy yarns, and innovative effects in spun and plied fibers. Exploration of color, luster, twist, and slub variations in yarns to address both functional and aesthetic challenges. Studio experiences in creating innovative yarns appropriate for use in different fabric formation technologies. Additional costs may be incurred for course materials/ equipment. FTD majors only. Typically offered in Spring only

Subject
FTD
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credit hours
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
catalog.ncsu.edu
Prerequisite
TT 221 or TTM 106 and a grade of C or better in FTD 201
FTD 374Surface Design and Texture ()3

Exploration of innovative surface design and texture techniques for commercial and art applications. Embroidery, applique, stitching, fabric manipulation and aesthetic finishing processes for creative and functional design will be taught in state of the art facilities including digital printi screen printing, cad embroidery, and industrial cad software for print design. Additional costs may be incurred for course materials/equipment. FTD majors only. Typically offered in Spring only

Subject
FTD
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credit hours
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
catalog.ncsu.edu
Prerequisite
TT 105 and a grade of C or better in FTD 200 and FTD 201
FTD 375Woven Textile Design Studio I ()3

Design and sample production of woven fabrics. Exploration of basic structures, color and textural effects. Development of design abilities through creative projects executed using hand production methods, including an introduction to computer-integrated woven textile design systems and industrial processes. Study of actual fabrics and digital images, presentations will be made. Studio experience will be augmented, when possible, through outside speakers and field trips to mills. Additional costs may be incurred for course materials/equipment. FTD majors only. Typically offered in Fall only

Subject
FTD
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credit hours
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
catalog.ncsu.edu
Prerequisite
Grade of C or better in both TT252 and FTD 373
FTD 376Knitted Textile Design Studio I ()3

Design and sample production of hand and machine knitted textiles. Exploration of basic structures, terms and definitions, including knitting notation and terminology. Development of creative knitted products utilizing design abilities and appropriate yarns through hand and machine production methods. Introduction to computer integrated knit design system and industrial knitting products and processes. Additional costs may be incurred for course material/equipment. FTD majors only. Typically offered in Fall only

Subject
FTD
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credit hours
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
catalog.ncsu.edu
Prerequisite
Grade of C or better in both TT252 and FTD 373
FTD 419Fashion Design 2 ()3

Studio course which poses fashion problems to be solved with an emphasis on elements of design. Explores use of experimentation and development of "studies" as an aid in developing design ideas. Uses combination of flat pattern and CAD. Introduction to grading, marker making, and computer-controlled cutting. Additional costs may be incurred for course materials/equipment. FTD majors only. FTD 321 Typically offered in Fall only

Subject
FTD
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credit hours
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
catalog.ncsu.edu
Prerequisite
Grade of C or better in FTD 215, FTD 216, FTM 317, and
FTD 420Fashion Collection Preparation (or FTDFAS3

FTM 491

Subject
FTD
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
catalog.ncsu.edu
FTD 475Woven Textile Design Studio II ()3

Design and sample production of specialized jacquard woven structures. Jacquard design for diverse end uses is addressed from art fabrics to unique specialty products. Exploration of advanced structures, color ng, and textural effects. Development of design abilities through electronic production methods, including expanded use of computer-integrated design systems and exposure to industrial processes. Students will be required to complete creative design projects from concept to sample production and proposed finishing. Study of actual fabrics, digital images and presentations. Studio experiences will be augmented, when possible, through outside speakers and field trips to museum, markets, and mills. Additional costs may be incurred for course materials/equipment. FTD majors only. Typically offered in Fall only

Subject
FTD
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credit hours
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
catalog.ncsu.edu
Prerequisite
Grade of C or better in FTD 375
FTD 476Knitted Textile Design Studio II ()3

Further development of knit design beyond basic design concepts and knit structures to product application. Development of creative knitted products utilizing design abilities through hand and machine production methods, including advanced methods of utilizing computer- integrated design system for both technical structures of knits and designing of garments and shaped panels. Exploration in yarn, color, and pattern design using electronic jacquard, fully fashion and seamless knitting equipment and cad systems. Consideration of other knit technologies such as warp knitting, terry, and crochet. Students will develop specifications for knitted products, and enhance understanding of industrial products and processes. Additional costs may be incurred for course material/equipment. FTD majors only. Typically offered in Fall only

Subject
FTD
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credit hours
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
catalog.ncsu.edu
Prerequisite
Grade of C or better in FTD 376
FTD 479Senior Textile Design Studio6

18FTDFAS Advised Electives FTD Advised Elective (p. 1) 6

Subject
FTD
Credits (min)
6
Credits (max)
6
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
catalog.ncsu.edu
FTD 498Senior Fashion Design Studio6

18FTDFAS Advised Electives

Subject
FTD
Credits (min)
6
Credits (max)
6
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
catalog.ncsu.edu

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