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19 courses with the subject FM, 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.
FM 110Introduction to Fashion
3c-0l-3sh Survey of aesthetic, cultural, sociopsychological, and economic factors related to the meaning and use of clothing for the individual and society. (Offered as CS216 prior to 1996-97)
1c-3l-3sh Principles and techniques involved in fundamental clothing construction and fitting are analyzed. Directed laboratory experiences provide an opportunity to solve individual problems in garment structure through the application of principles. (Offered as CS112 prior to 1996-97)
1c-3l-3sh Principles of advanced fitting and clothing construction are applied and analyzed. Offered even years, fall semester. (Offered as CS212 prior to 1996-97)
1c-0l-3sh The study of contemporary apparel design and the relationship of design elements and principles to personal characteristics and social/professional orientation. (Offered as CS252 prior to 1996-97)
var-1-3sh Special topics are offered on an experimental or temporary basis to explore topics that are not included in the established curriculum. A given topic may be offered under any special topic identity no more than three times. Special topics numbered 281 are offered primarily for lower-level undergraduate students.
1c-3l-3sh Designing and arranging of display and selling areas in relationship to merchandising trends and consumer demands. Emphasis on promotion techniques and merchandise sales through effective use of space, design, and color. (Offered as CS303 prior to 1996-97)
2c-2l-3sh Analyses of textile components of fiber, yarn, fabrication, finishes, and color with emphasis upon consumer acquisition, use, and satisfaction. (Offered as CS314 prior to 1996-97)
3c-0l-3sh Introduces the student to the design, production, and distribution of apparel, including primary textile markets; women’s, men’s, and children’s wear; accessories; fashion centers; retailers of fashion; apparel wholesale selling process; fashion store image; and future trends. (Offered as CS350 prior to 1996-97)
3c-0l-3sh The study of the global textiles and apparel industry with emphasis on the U.S. textile complex and the U.S. market within an international context.
1c-3l-3sh An examination and evaluation of the quality of ready-to-wear apparel through construction, style, fit, marketability, and price. (Offered as CS385 prior to 1996-97)
var-1-6sh Opportunity is provided to visit business establishments and cultural centers concerned with household equipment, furnishings, textiles, clothing, and housing in America as well as abroad. Museums, factories, designers’ showrooms, distribution centers, stores, cultural events, and seminars are included. Course may be repeated for a total of 6 semester hours. (This course is cross-listed as CS433.)
2c-2l-3sh Physical properties explored through microscopic examination and use of textile testing equipment for fabric analysis. (Offered as CS434 prior to 1996-97)
3c-0l-3sh Introduces the student to the merchandising and promotion of apparel, including organization, buying responsibilities, techniques, and resources: various retail institutions, resident buying offices, apparel dollar planning and control,
1c-3l-3sh Garment design achieved by use of flat pattern techniques. An understanding is developed of the interrelationship of garment design, figure analysis, fabric, fit, and construction processes. Offered even years, spring semester. (Offered as CS453 prior to 1996-97)
3c-0l-3sh Chronological study of historic costume from ancient times to the present day with emphasis on the effect of aesthetic, economic, geographic, political, religious, and social factors upon the design of clothing worn. (Offered as CS456 prior to 1996-97)
3c-0l-3sh A study of the development of textiles in prehistoric, ancient, medieval, and modern history with special emphasis on Western European and American textiles.
var-1-3sh Special topics courses are offered on an experimental or temporary basis to explore topics that are not included in the established curriculum. A given topic may be offered under any special topic identity no more than three times. Special topics numbered 481 are primarily for upper-level undergraduate students.
var-1-3sh Particular consumer considerations are independently investigated in the area of housing, home equipment, interior design, clothing, and textiles, or in the management of resources. Course may be repeated for a total of 3 semester hours. Students meet with a faculty member at least 5 hours per semester hour. Table of Contents | Index of Courses This information is maintained by the Office of the Registrar, with approval from the University Senate. Last modified at 10:37 AM on 8/1/98.