Administered by the Department of Apparel, Events, and Hospitality Management. Leading to the degree Bachelor of Science.
Total credits required: 123 including a minimum of 18 credits in AMD at Iowa State University for the degree (12 of the 18 credits must be at the 3000-4000 level). The major in apparel, merchandising, and design provides a broad-based program of study with flexibility in creating program options. Courses are required in general education and the apparel industry professional core. To complete the program, a student selects a primary option from design, product development and innovation, merchandising and retail analytics, or fashion communication.
Minors and a certificate are available in apparel, merchandising, and design: (a) textile science and product performance or (b) a textile design minor in collaboration with the College of Design; and a merchandising certificate.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon graduation, students should be able to:
- Communication. Use clear and effective written, oral, verbal and electronic (WOVE) communication techniques to foster inquiry, collaboration, and engagement in apparel and related industries.
- Self-assessment/self-reflection. Analyze and evaluate one’s own knowledge, abilities, and actions relative to professional standards, seek opportunities to grow professionally, and utilize self-assessment and assessment of others to foster psychological, cognitive, social and emotional well-being.
- Critical thinking. Understand fundamental concepts of apparel, merchandising, and design and apply critical thinking to solve problems from personal, scholarly, and professional perspectives.
- Ethics, Diversity, and Social Responsibility. Demonstrate leadership and social justice to improve quality of life for global citizens and encourage socially responsible decision-making for consumers and businesses.
UNDERGRADUATE STUDY
The program offers study for the degree of Bachelor of Science with a major in apparel, merchandising, and design (AMD). The program offers students a broad understanding of textile and apparel products, merchandising and marketing strategies, technical and creative design, product development, production processes, and business practices leading to a wide range of careers at state, national, and international levels in business and industry. Courses in the program provide scientific, technical, and humanistic knowledge about textiles, apparel, and related products basic to career preparation. Courses also provide knowledge applicable to the development and use of apparel and textile products by individuals, families, and institutions. The program provides a foundation for graduate study. Graduates understand the production, distribution, and use of textiles and apparel, aesthetic expression, and communication. They are prepared to plan, develop, source and present textile and apparel products to meet the needs of consumers. Students understand the issues involved in textile and apparel production and marketing, both nationally and internationally.
The AMD major provides a broad-based program of study with flexibility in creating an individualized program. To complete the program, a student combines general education, AMD core classes, and a structure of focused courses to form an option in: (a) creative and technical design, (b) fashion communication, (c) product development and innovation, or (d) merchandising and retail analytics.
An option in creative and technical design is appropriate for those interested in the aesthetic and creative aspects of design, technical design, costuming, textile design, and product development. The fashion communications option prepares students for the development and delivery of visual, written, and oral communication. Career opportunities are in visual merchandising, styling, fashion influencing, social media, and communication. An option in product development and innovation is appropriate for those interested in developing innovative products for special markets including accessories, footwear, performance wear, smart textiles, functional apparel, and soft goods for home. Career opportunities include designer, materials testing, quality assurance, and technical design. An option in merchandising and retail analytics prepares students for the planning, promotion, and presentation of market-oriented product lines and events. Career opportunities are in buying, promotion, sales, product development, branding, and management in both manufacturing and retailing sectors with a focus on the textile and apparel industry.
For additional courses of interest, see Apparel, Events, and Hospitality Management.
GRADE POINT REQUIREMENT
All students majoring in apparel, merchandising, and design are required to earn a C- or better in all AESHM and AMD courses applied toward the degree, including transfer credits.
COMMUNICATION PROFICIENCY REQUIREMENT
Undergraduate English proficiency is certified when the student has received a grade of C or better in ENGL 1500 Critical Thinking and Communication, and ENGL 2500 Written, Oral, Visual, and Electronic Composition.
Curriculum in Apparel, Merchandising, and Design
Administered by the Department of Apparel, Events, and Hospitality Management (AESHM). Leading to the degree bachelor of science.
Total credits required: 123, including a minimum of 18 credits in AMD at Iowa State University for the degree (12 of the 18 credits must be at the 3000-4000 level). Leads to the degree Bachelor of Science. Administered by the AESHM Department. All students majoring in Apparel, Merchandising, and Design (AMD) are required to earn a C- or better in all AMD, AESHM, EVENT, and HSPM courses applied toward the degree, including transfer credits. All students majoring in Apparel, Merchandising, and Design (AMD) are required to earn a C or better in ENGL 1500 and ENGL 2500. No courses may be applied to more than one degree requirement except those used to meet U.S. Cultures and Communities (formerly U.S. Diversity) and International Perspective requirements.
Cr. Degree Requirements
Communications Skills
| ENGL 1500 | Critical Thinking and Communication | 3 |
| ENGL 2500 | Written, Oral, Visual, and Electronic Composition | 3 |
| LIB 1600 | Introduction to College Level Research | 1 |
| Select one (1) course: | 3 | |
| Communication and U.S. Diversity | ||
| Professional Communication | ||
| Conflict Management | ||
| Fundamentals of Public Speaking | ||
| Total Credits | 10 | |
Mathematics and Science Disciplines
| Mathematics (MATH 1500 recommended for merchandising) | 3 | |
| Select from natural sciences. Creative and technical design, product development, and product innovation options must take CHEM 1630 and CHEM 1630L. | 3-5 | |
| Select one (1) course: | 3-4 | |
| Principles of Statistics | ||
| Introduction to Statistics | ||
| Introduction to Business Statistics I | ||
| Total Credits | 9-12 | |
Social Sciences and Humanities
| ECON 1010 | Principles of Microeconomics | 3 |
| AMD 1650 | Dress, Appearance, and Diversity in U.S. Society | 3 |
| AMD 3560 | Euro-American Dress History: Mid-19th Century to the Present | 3 |
| History/Art History (creative and tech design: ARTH Required) | 3 | |
| Select one (1) course: | 3 | |
| Euro-American Dress History: Prehistoric to Mid-19th Century | ||
| Global Dress in the Fashion System and Society | ||
| Queer Fashions: History, Culture, and the Industry | ||
| Black Lives Matter: Fashion, Politics, and Resistance Movements | ||
College of Liberal Arts & Sciences list of Arts and Humanities courses | ||
College of Liberal Arts & Sciences list of Social Science courses | ||
| Total Credits | 15 | |
AESHM Professional Development
| AESHM 1110 | Professional Development for AESHM | 1 |
| AESHM 1110L | AESHM Program Orientation and Learning Community | 1 |
| AESHM 2110 | Leadership Experiences and Development (LEAD) | 3 |
| AESHM 3110N | Seminar on Careers and Internships: Apparel, Merchandising, and Design | 1 |
| AESHM 4700MX | Supervised Professional Internship: Apparel (Out-of-state) | 3-6 |
| or AESHM 4700N | Supervised Professional Internship: Apparel | |
And select three (3) credits from: | ||
| Supervised Work Experience I: Apparel | ||
| First Year Student Field Study: Apparel, Merchandising, and Design | ||
| Orientation to U.S. Field Study | ||
| Orientation to International Field Study | ||
| Supervised Work Experience II: Apparel | ||
| Principles of Management in Human Sciences | ||
| U.S. Field Study: Apparel, Merchandising, and Design | ||
| International Field Study: Apparel, Merchandising, and Design | ||
| Developing Global Leadership: Maximizing Human Potential | ||
| Total Credits | 9-12 | |
AMD Integrated Core
| AMD 1310 | Fashion Products and Markets | 3 |
| AMD 2040 | Textile Science | 4 |
| AMD 2100 | Computer Applications in Digital Design | 3 |
| AMD 2310 | Product Development and Manufacturing | 4 |
| AMD 2450 | Aesthetics and Brand Image | 3 |
| AMD 2750 | Retail Merchandising | 3 |
| AMD 3720 | Sourcing and Global Issues | 3 |
| COMS 1130 | Introduction to Spreadsheets and Databases | 3 |
| Total Credits | 26 | |
Primary Options
Select one AMD professional primary option from the following four choices:
Creative and Technical Design Primary Option
| AMD 1210 | Apparel Assembly Processes | 4 |
| AMD 1780 | Introduction to Apparel Design Studio | 3 |
| AMD 2250 | Patternmaking I: Drafting and Flat Pattern | 3 |
| AMD 2780 | Fashion Illustration | 3 |
| AMD 3100 | Computer Aided Apparel Patternnmaking | 3 |
| AMD 3210 | Computer Integrated Textile and Fashion Design | 3 |
| AMD 3250 | Patternmaking II: Draping | 3 |
| AMD 3290 | Digital Textile Printing for Apparel Design | 3 |
| AMD 4150 | Technical Design Processes | 3 |
| AMD 4950 | Senior Design Studio | 3 |
| Select one (1) course: | 3 | |
| Quality Assurance of Textiles and Apparel | ||
| Innovative Textiles | ||
| Apparel Production Management | ||
| Select one (1) course: | 3 | |
| Euro-American Dress History: Prehistoric to Mid-19th Century | ||
| Global Dress in the Fashion System and Society | ||
| Queer Fashions: History, Culture, and the Industry | ||
| Black Lives Matter: Fashion, Politics, and Resistance Movements | ||
| Select two (2) courses: | 6 | |
AMD, AESHM, THTRE, ARTIS, DSGN, or DSNS. | ||
This category can be used to fulfill approved double major or minor requirements | ||
| Total Credits | 43 | |
Product Development for Apparel and Soft Goods Primary Option
| AMD 1210 | Apparel Assembly Processes | 4 |
| AMD 1780 | Introduction to Apparel Design Studio | 3 |
| AMD 2250 | Patternmaking I: Drafting and Flat Pattern | 3 |
| AMD 3050 | Quality Assurance of Textiles and Apparel | 3 |
| AMD 3100 | Computer Aided Apparel Patternnmaking | 3 |
| AMD 3210 | Computer Integrated Textile and Fashion Design | 3 |
| AMD 4040 | Innovative Textiles | 3 |
| AMD 4150 | Technical Design Processes | 3 |
| AMD 4260 | Creative Design Processes | 3 |
| AMD 4310 | Apparel Production Management | 3 |
| AMD 4960 | Soft-Goods Product Development and Prototyping | 3 |
| SCM 3010 | Supply Chain Management | 3 |
| Total Credits | 37 | |
Merchandising and Retail Analytics Primary Option
| ACCT 2840 | Financial Accounting | 3 |
| AESHM 3400 | Hospitality and Apparel Marketing Strategies | 3 |
| or MKT 3400 | Principles of Marketing | |
| AESHM 4740 | Entrepreneurship in Human Sciences | 3 |
| AMD 3750 | Omni-Channel Retailing | 3 |
| AMD 3760 | Merchandise Planning and Buying | 4 |
| AMD 3770 | Visual Presentation and Promotions | 3 |
| AMD 3880 | Trend Forecasting | 3 |
| AMD 4670 | Consumer Studies in Apparel and Fashion Products | 3 |
| AMD 4750 | Retail Analytics | 3 |
| DS 2010 | Introduction to Data Science | 3 |
| Select four (4) courses from: | 12-14 | |
AESHM or AMD | ||
This category can be used to fulfill approved double major or minor requirements | ||
| Total Credits | 43-45 | |
Fashion Communication Primary Option
| ACCT 2840 | Financial Accounting | 2-3 |
| or AESHM 1750N | Financial Applications for Retail and Hospitality Industries: Retail Merchandising | |
| AESHM 3400 | Hospitality and Apparel Marketing Strategies | 3 |
| or MKT 3400 | Principles of Marketing | |
| AESHM 4740 | Entrepreneurship in Human Sciences | 3 |
| AMD 2880 | Styling | 3 |
| AMD 3760 | Merchandise Planning and Buying | 4 |
| AMD 3770 | Visual Presentation and Promotions | 3 |
| AMD 3880 | Trend Forecasting | 3 |
| EVENT 1710 | Introduction to Event Management | 3 |
| EVENT 2770 | Digital Promotion in the Service Industry | 3 |
| Select one (1) course from: | 3 | |
AESHM or AMD | ||
This category can be used to fulfill approved double major requirements, including ADVRT, COMST, DS, ENTSP, EVENT, JLMC, MKT, and PR | ||
| Select two (2) courses from: | 6 | |
| Approved minor or double major, including ADVRT, COMST, DS, EVENT, JLMC, PR, or Technical Communications. | ||
| Total Credits | 36-37 | |
Apparel Merchandising, Design B.S. - Creative and Technical Design Primary Option
| Freshman | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits | ||
| ENGL 1500 | 3 | ENGL 2500 | 3 | ||
| AMD 1310 (Fall only) | 3 | MATH 1400 | 3 | ||
| AMD 1650 | 3 | AMD 1210 | 4 | ||
| AMD 1780 | 3 | AMD 2040 | 4 | ||
| AESHM 1110 | 1 | AMD 2060 | R | ||
| AESHM 1110L | 1 | AMD 2450 | 3 | ||
| LIB 1600 | 1 | ||||
| 15 | 17 | ||||
| Sophomore | |||||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits | ||
| AMD 2100 | 3 | AMD 2250 | 3 | ||
| AMD 2750 | 3 | AESHM 2110 | 3 | ||
| AMD 2780 | 3 | ARTH 2810 | 3 | ||
| Humanities & Social Science Choice | 3 | COMS 1130 | 3 | ||
| CHEM 1630 | 4 | ECON 1010 | 3 | ||
| CHEM 1630L | 1 | ||||
| 17 | 15 | ||||
| Junior | |||||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits | Summer | Credits |
| AMD 2310 | 4 | AMD 3100 | 3 | AESHM 4700N | 5 |
| AMD 3210 | 3 | AMD 3290 | 3 | ||
| AMD 3250 | 3 | AMD 3560 | 3 | ||
| AESHM 3110N | 1 | AESHM 2800 | R | ||
| STAT 1010 | 4 | AESHM 3800N | 3 | ||
| Speech Choice | 3 | ||||
| 15 | 15 | 5 | |||
| Senior | |||||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits | ||
| Creative & Technical Design Option Elective 1 | 3 | Creative & Technical Design Option Elective 2 | 3 | ||
| AMD 3720 | 3 | AMD 4310 (Spring only) | 3 | ||
| AMD 4150 | 3 | AMD 3620 (Spring only) | 3 | ||
| AMD 4950 | 3 | Elective | 3 | ||
| 12 | 12 | ||||
| Total Credits: 123 | |||||
Apparel Merchandising, Design B.S. - Merchandising Retail Analytics Primary Option
| Freshman | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits | ||
| ENGL 1500 | 3 | ENGL 2500 | 3 | ||
| AMD 1310 (Fall only) | 3 | AMD 2750 | 3 | ||
| AMD 1650 | 3 | COMS 1130 | 3 | ||
| AESHM 1110 | 1 | ECON 1010 | 3 | ||
| AESHM 1110L | 1 | Merchandising Elective 1 | 3 | ||
| LIB 1600 | 1 | ||||
| Math Choice | 3 | ||||
| 15 | 15 | ||||
| Sophomore | |||||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits | ||
| AMD 2040 | 4 | AMD 3760 | 4 | ||
| AMD 2100 | 3 | AMD 3560 | 3 | ||
| AMD 2450 | 3 | AESHM 2110 | 3 | ||
| ACCT 2840 | 3 | DS 2010 | 3 | ||
| History Choice | 3 | Select one (1) class from: | 3 | ||
| 16 | 16 | ||||
| Junior | |||||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits | Summer | Credits |
| AMD 2310 | 4 | AMD 3750 (Spring only) | 3 | AESHM 4700N | 4 |
| AMD 3770 | 3 | AMD 4750 | 3 | ||
| AMD 3880 | 3 | AESHM 2800 | R | ||
| AESHM 3110N | 1 | AESHM 3800N | 3 | ||
| Merchandising Option Elective 2 | 3 | Merchandising Option Elective 3 | 3 | ||
| Science Choice | 3 | STAT 1010 | 4 | ||
| 17 | 16 | 4 | |||
| Senior | |||||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits | ||
| AMD 3720 | 3 | AESHM 4740 | 3 | ||
| AMD 4670 (Fall only) | 3 | Merchandising Elective 4 | 3 | ||
| Humanities or Social Science Elective | 3 | Speech Choice | 3 | ||
| Elective | 3 | Elective | 3 | ||
| 12 | 12 | ||||
| Total Credits: 123 | |||||
Apparel Merchandising, Design B.S. - Product Development for Apparel and Soft Goods Primary Option
| Freshman | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits | ||
| ENGL 1500 | 3 | ENGL 2500 | 3 | ||
| AMD 1310 | 3 | MATH 1400 | 3 | ||
| AMD 1650 | 3 | AMD 1210 | 4 | ||
| AMD 1780 | 3 | AMD 2040 | 4 | ||
| AESHM 1110 | 1 | AMD 2060 | R | ||
| AESHM 1110L | 1 | AMD 2450 | 3 | ||
| LIB 1600 | 1 | ||||
| 15 | 17 | ||||
| Sophomore | |||||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits | ||
| AMD 2100 | 3 | AMD 2310 | 4 | ||
| AMD 2750 | 3 | AESHM 2110 | 3 | ||
| DSNS 1310 | 4 | AESHM 3110N | 1 | ||
| ECON 1010 | 3 | CHEM 1630 | 4 | ||
| Social Science or Humanities Choice | 3 | CHEM 1630L | 1 | ||
| 16 | 13 | ||||
| Junior | |||||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits | Summer | Credits |
| AMD 3760 | 4 | AMD 3210 | 3 | AESHM 4700N | 3 |
| AESHM 2800 | R | AMD 3560 (Spring only) | 3 | ||
| AESHM 3800N | 3 | AMD 3720 | 3 | ||
| COMS 1130 | 3 | AMD 4040 (Spring only) | 3 | ||
| Product Development and Innovation Elective 1 | 3 | History or Art History Choice | 3 | ||
| STAT 1010 | 4 | ||||
| 17 | 15 | 3 | |||
| Senior | |||||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits | ||
| AMD 3050 (Fall only) | 3 | AMD 4310 (Spring only) | 3 | ||
| Product Development and Innovation Elective 2 | 3 | AMD 4960 (Spring only) | 3 | ||
| Speech Choice | 3 | Product Development and Innovation Elective 3 | 3 | ||
| Elective | 3 | Elective | 3 | ||
| 12 | 12 | ||||
| Total Credits: 120 | |||||
Apparel, Merchandising, and Design, B.S. -- Fashion Communications Primary Option
| Freshman | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits | ||
| ENGL 1500 | 3 | ENGL 2500 | 3 | ||
| AMD 1310 (Fall only) | 3 | AMD 2100 | 3 | ||
| AMD 1650 | 3 | AMD 2450 | 3 | ||
| AESHM 1110 | 1 | EVENT 1710 | 3 | ||
| AESHM 1110L | 1 | Fashion Communications Elective 1 | 3 | ||
| LIB 1600 | 1 | ||||
| Social Science or Humanities Choice | 3 | ||||
| 15 | 15 | ||||
| Sophomore | |||||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits | ||
| AMD 2040 | 4 | ACCT 2840 | 3 | ||
| AMD 2750 | 3 | AMD 3760 | 4 | ||
| Select one (1) class from: | 3 | AESHM 2110 | 3 | ||
| ECON 1010 | 3 | ||||
| EVENT 2770 | 3 | ||||
| COMS 1130 | 3 | ||||
| Minor Class 1 (dd in FC electives) | 3 | ||||
| 16 | 16 | ||||
| Junior | |||||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits | Summer | Credits |
| AMD 2310 | 4 | AMD 3560 | 3 | AESHM 4700N | 3 |
| AMD 2880 | 3 | AMD 3770 | 3 | ||
| AESHM 3110N | 1 | AMD 3880 | 3 | ||
| Select one (1) class from: | 3 | AESHM 2800 | R | ||
| AESHM 3800N | 3 | ||||
| STAT 1010 | 4 | ||||
| Science Choice | 3 | ||||
| Minor Class 2 (dd in FC electives) | 3 | ||||
| 17 | 16 | 3 | |||
| Senior | |||||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits | ||
| AMD 3720 | 3 | AESHM 4740 | 3 | ||
| Speech Choice | 3 | History Choice | 3 | ||
| Minor Class 3 | 3 | Minor Class 5 | 3 | ||
| Minor Class 4 | 3 | Elective | 3 | ||
| Elective | 2 | ||||
| 14 | 12 | ||||
| Total Credits: 124 | |||||
Apparel, Merchandising, and Design Minor
A minor in Apparel, Merchandising, and Design requires (15-17 cr.) of the following:
| Select from: | 3 | |
| Apparel Assembly Processes | ||
| Fashion Products and Markets | ||
| Dress, Appearance, and Diversity in U.S. Society | ||
| Introduction to Apparel Design Studio | ||
| Select from: | 3-4 | |
| Textile Science | ||
| Select from: | 3-4 | |
| Product Development and Manufacturing | ||
| Aesthetics and Brand Image | ||
| Retail Merchandising | ||
| Styling | ||
| 3000-4000 level at Iowa State University in AMD or approved AESHM | 6 | |
| Hospitality and Apparel Marketing Strategies | ||
or MKT 3400 | Principles of Marketing | |
| Aesthetics of Consumer Experience | ||
| Supervised Professional Internship: Apparel | ||
| Fashion Show Management | ||
| Entrepreneurship in Human Sciences | ||
AESHM 4760CX | Entrepreneurship Studio: Creating an Online Business | |
AESHM 4990X | Research, Seminar, or Senior Project | |
| Quality Assurance of Textiles and Apparel | ||
| Euro-American Dress History: Prehistoric to Mid-19th Century | ||
| Euro-American Dress History: Mid-19th Century to the Present | ||
| Global Dress in the Fashion System and Society | ||
| Sourcing and Global Issues | ||
| Omni-Channel Retailing | ||
| Merchandise Planning and Buying | ||
| Visual Presentation and Promotions | ||
| Trend Forecasting | ||
| Innovative Textiles | ||
| Apparel Production Management | ||
| Queer Fashions: History, Culture, and the Industry | ||
| Consumer Studies in Apparel and Fashion Products | ||
| Retail Analytics | ||
| AMD 4900 | Independent Study | |
| Undergraduate Research | ||
| Total Credits | 15-17 | |
FASHION, CULTURE, HISTORY, AND SOCIAL JUSTICE MINOR
The Fashion, Culture, History, and Social Justice minor will benefit emerging professionals and future leaders entering the fashion, museum, or other related industries become more critical people in regard to fashion, appearance, clothing, history, and identity. Examples of a few job titles that this minor would benefit include museum curator, collections manager, research associate, chief diversity officer, human resource roles, designers, merchandisers, product developers, and/or marketing managers.
Having an increased awareness of appearances and fashions of individuals historically experiencing oppression and marginalization can aid in societal improvements towards developing a more socially just environment. As students enter the workforce with a social justice background, they can better understand and work with others who are different from them. Additionally, having a better understanding of diverse consumers could help provide these consumers with the products they desire, in addition to avoiding public diversity issues that are far too common in the fashion industry.
Learning Outcomes:
- Examine historical, social/psychological, and cultural aspects of fashion, clothing, appearance, and identity with a focus on social justice.
- Define social justice, power, privilege, and inequity as it relates to the historical, social/psychological, and cultural aspects of fashion, clothing, appearance, and identity.
- Examine power dynamics of diverse communities and cultures and their fashions, clothing, appearance, and identities.
Requirements:
The Fashion, Culture, History, and Social Justice minor can be earned by successfully completing the following for a total of 15 credits. All course prerequisites must be completed prior to taking the course. All minor courses must be taken for a grade.
| Required course: | 3 | |
| Dress, Appearance, and Diversity in U.S. Society | ||
| Select from: | 6 | |
| Euro-American Dress History: Prehistoric to Mid-19th Century | ||
| Euro-American Dress History: Mid-19th Century to the Present | ||
| Queer Fashions: History, Culture, and the Industry | ||
| AESHM 4620X | Black Lives Matter: Fashion, Politics, and Resistance Movements | 3 |
| Select from: | 6 | |
| African and African American Studies | ||
| Introduction to African American Studies | ||
| Africa under Colonial Rule | ||
| Ethnic and Race Relations | ||
| Africana Religions | ||
| African American Literature | ||
| Women of Color in the U.S | ||
| History of African Americans I | ||
| History of African Americans II | ||
| Civil Rights and Ethnic Power | ||
| American Indian Studies | ||
| Native People in American Culture | ||
| American Indians in the Movies | ||
| Introduction to American Indian Studies | ||
| American Indians of Iowa | ||
| Contemporary Topics in American Indian Studies | ||
| Peoples and Cultures of Native North America | ||
| American Indian Literature | ||
| Anthropology | ||
| American Indians of Iowa | ||
| Peoples and Cultures of Native North America | ||
| ANTHR/AMIN 3320A | Current Issues in Native North America: Gender and Family | 3 |
| or ANTHR 3320B | Current Issues in Native North America: Indigenous Ecologies and Geographies | |
| or ANTHR 3320C | Current Issues in Native North America: Cultural and Political Movements | |
| or ANTHR 3320D | Current Issues in Native North America: Regional Focus | |
| Culture, Sex, and Gender | ||
| American Sign Language | ||
| Introduction to the Deaf-World | ||
| Topics in Deaf Culture | ||
| Deaf Peoples: Pre-World War II | ||
| Apparel, Mercahndising, and Design | ||
| Global Dress in the Fashion System and Society | ||
| Arabic | ||
| Arab Culture | ||
| Architecture | ||
| Topics in Native American Architecture | ||
| Art History | ||
| Art and Architecture of Asia | ||
| Art of Islam | ||
| Women/Gender in Art | ||
| Chinese | ||
| Chinese Literature in English Translation | ||
| Introduction to Chinese Culture | ||
| China Today | ||
| Chinese Film and Society | ||
| CHIN 4030A | Seminar in Chinese Language and Culture: Translating Contemporary Chinese Texts | 3 |
| or CHIN 4030B | Seminar in Chinese Language and Culture: Topics on Business and Professions | |
| or CHIN 4030C | Seminar in Chinese Language and Culture: Reading Chinese Texts | |
| Classical Studies | ||
| Sex, Gender, and Culture in the Ancient Mediterranean World | ||
| Economics | ||
| Economics of Discrimination | ||
| English | ||
| American Indian Literature | ||
| African American Literature | ||
| Queer Literature | ||
| History | ||
| HIST 2550 | Modern World History, Globalization in Perspective | 3 |
| History of the Islamic World to 1800 | ||
| Ancient China | ||
| Modern China | ||
| Colonial Latin America | ||
| Modern Latin America | ||
| History of African Americans I | ||
| History of African Americans II | ||
| Mexican American History | ||
| Latina/o History | ||
| Sex, Gender, and Culture in the Ancient Mediterranean World | ||
| History of Women in Science, Technology, and Medicine | ||
| History of Women in America | ||
| The Holocaust in History | ||
| History of the Modern Middle East | ||
| History of Modern Mexico and Central America | ||
| History of American Sexualities | ||
| The American West | ||
| Civil Rights and Ethnic Power | ||
| Leadership Studies | ||
| LDST 3330 | Women, Gender, and Leadership | 3 |
| Philosphy | ||
| Ethical Issues in a Diverse Society | ||
| Feminist Philosophy | ||
| Polical Science | ||
| Women in Politics | ||
| Psychology | ||
| Psychology of Women | ||
| U.S. Latino/a Psychology | ||
| Religious Studies | ||
| Religion in America | ||
| Native American Religions (RELIG 3330) | ||
| Africana Religions | ||
| Religion, Sex and Gender | ||
| Religions of India | ||
| Islam | ||
| Sociology | ||
| Social Problems and American Values | ||
| Gender and Sexualities in Society | ||
| Ethnic and Race Relations | ||
| Social Class and Inequality | ||
| The Latino/Latina Experience in U.S. Society | ||
| Human Diversity in Agriculture and the Food System | ||
| U.S. Latino/a Studies | ||
| Introduction to U.S. Latino/a Studies | ||
| Latin American Anthropology: Violence and Memory | ||
| Latin American Anthropology: Social movements and Democracy | ||
| Latin American Anthropology: Race, Class and Gender | ||
| Latin American Anthropology: Regional Focus | ||
| Latin American Anthropology: Culture and Sport | ||
| Latin American Government and Politics | ||
| U.S. Latino/a Psychology | ||
| Mexican American History | ||
| Latina/o History | ||
| Civil Rights and Ethnic Power | ||
| Women's and Gender Studies | ||
| Introduction to Women's and Gender Studies | ||
| Introduction to Lesbian Communities | ||
| Introduction to Queer Studies | ||
| Gender and Sexuality in American Pop Culture | ||
| International Perspectives on Women and Gender | ||
| Ecofeminism | ||
| Economics of Discrimination | ||
| Gender and Communication | ||
| Portrayals of Gender and Sexualities in the Media | ||
| Gender and Sexualities in Society | ||
| Women, Gender, and Leadership | ||
| Religion, Sex and Gender | ||
| Feminist Philosophy | ||
| Culture, Sex, and Gender | ||
| Psychology of Women | ||
| Women of Color in the U.S | ||
| Queer Literature | ||
| Sex, Gender, and Culture in the Ancient Mediterranean World | ||
| History of Women in Science, Technology, and Medicine | ||
| Women in Politics | ||
| History of Women in America | ||
| Gender, Globalization and Development | ||
| History of American Sexualities | ||
| Women/Gender in Art | ||
| World Languages and Cultures | ||
| Religions of India | ||
| Islam | ||
TEXTILE SCIENCE AND PRODUCT PERFORMANCE MINOR
The Textile Science and Product Performance minor is targeted specifically at the scientific, innovative, evaluative, technological, and performative aspects of textiles, and will fulfill industry demands for graduates that can provide answers to complex, interdisciplinary issues linked to textile-centered products. Textiles are utilized daily in: (a) medical procedures, (b) shelters and homes, (c) transportation, (d) physical and psychological protection, (e) physical performance, (f) adornment.
The minor is designed for:
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Students in the STEM fields of chemistry, chemical and biological engineering, and materials science and engineering who desire academic experiences and knowledge in another applied product area.
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Students in the apparel, merchandising, and design, areas who want a focused concentration on textile science and the evaluation of quality and performance of textiles and textile products.
Learning Outcomes
Students who complete the Textile Science and Product Performance minor will meet the following over-arching learning objectives:
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Apply a comprehensive understanding of the characteristics (physical, chemical and structural) of textiles/textile products and the interrelationship of these characteristics to their major discipline.
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Engage in interdisciplinary research through the analysis, testing and evaluation of textiles and textile products for sustainable industry and global applications in their major.
Requirements
The Textile Science and Product Performance minor consists of 17 credits, including 14 credits distributed over four required classes. Six of the nine required 3000-4000 level credits in the minor must be taken at Iowa State University. Nine credits must be isolated to the minor only.
| AMD 2040 | Textile Science | 4 |
| AMD 2310 | Product Development and Manufacturing | 4 |
| AMD 3050 | Quality Assurance of Textiles and Apparel | 3 |
| AMD 4040 | Innovative Textiles | 3 |
| Select one for 3 credits from: | ||
| Supervised Professional Internship: Apparel | ||
| Independent Study: Textile Science | ||
| Undergraduate Research | ||
Merchandising Certificate
A certificate in Merchandising requires (22 cr.) of the following:
| AMD 2750 | Retail Merchandising | 3 |
| AMD 3750 | Omni-Channel Retailing | 3 |
| AMD 3760 | Merchandise Planning and Buying | 4 |
| AMD 4750 | Retail Analytics | 3 |
| Select from: | 9 | |
| Principles of Management in Human Sciences | ||
| Hospitality and Apparel Marketing Strategies | ||
| Aesthetics of Consumer Experience | ||
| Supervised Professional Internship: Apparel | ||
| Entrepreneurship in Human Sciences | ||
| Dress, Appearance, and Diversity in U.S. Society | ||
| Aesthetics and Brand Image | ||
| Sourcing and Global Issues | ||
| Visual Presentation and Promotions | ||
| Consumer Studies in Apparel and Fashion Products | ||
| Total Credits | 22 | |
The Merchandising Certificate may be earned at the same time as an ISU baccalaureate degree or after the completion of an associate of arts (AA) or associate of science (AS) degree or a baccalaureate degree from any accredited institution.
The AMD program offers a concurrent B.S. and M.S. degree that allows students to obtain a B.S. and M.S. degree in apparel, merchandising, and design in five years. Application for admission to the Graduate College should be made in the junior year. More information can be found here: https://aeshm.hs.iastate.edu/graduate-students/graduate-programs/apparel-merchandising-and-design/concurrent-bs-ms/.
Graduate Study
The program offers work for the concurrent Bachelor of Science and Master of Science; Master of Science (thesis and non-thesis options; on-campus and hybrid); and Doctor of Philosophy (on-campus and distance hybrid) with a major in apparel, merchandising, and design. For all programs the field of study is highly interdisciplinary; programs of study are tailored to students' background and interests. The program offers a concurrent B.S. and M.S. degree that allows students to obtain both the B.S. and M.S. degrees in apparel, merchandising, and design in 5 years. Application for admission to the Graduate College should be submitted in fall semester of the junior year.
Graduates understand how textiles and apparel are essential in meeting individual and societal needs and understand the interdependence of nations and cultures as producers and consumers. Graduates understand diverse philosophies of scholarship and apply multiple methods to creative activity, research, and teaching. Strong writing and oral communication skills help graduates disseminate scholarship and compete successfully for awards and grants.
Graduates accept positions relevant to their academic experience. All doctoral graduates have teaching experience. Master's and doctoral graduates have experience working in team-oriented and interactive environments. Graduates are prepared to adapt to future changes in their professions and to provide leadership in professional and public practice. They bring a strong sense of ethics to research, teaching, and business endeavors.
Program emphases for graduate study include creative design and functional design; product development; consumer behavior; entrepreneurship; merchandising and marketing aspects of textiles and clothing; acquisition and use of textiles and apparel within cultures; U.S. dress and textiles from the 19th into the 21st centuries; textiles and sustainability.