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Apparel, Merchandising and Design (A M D)

Courses

Courses primarily for undergraduates:

A M D 120. Apparel Construction Techniques.

(3-0) Cr. 3. SS.
Assemble components and completed garments with the use of basic sewing equipment. Learn basic construction techniques, applications and vocabulary. Students will need access to a home sewing machine, iron, computer and the internet. Not available for credit for A M D majors.

A M D 131. Overview of the Fashion Industry.

(3-0) Cr. 3. F.
Introduction to fashion industry, industry structure from concept to consumer. Focus on fashion-driven consumer goods.

A M D 165. Dress and Diversity in Society.

(3-0) Cr. 3. F.S.
Examination of diversity among consumers and forecasting future trends in consumer behavior. Introduction to social justice and responsibility issues.

Meets U.S. Diversity Requirement

A M D 178. Introduction to Apparel Design Studio.

(0-4) Cr. 2. F.S.
Introduction to the elements and principles of design in fashion and apparel including skill development in fashion illustration, technical drawing, and fabric rendering using traditional media. Application of written and verbal presentations to communicate fashion and apparel design concepts.

A M D 204. Textile Science.

(2-4) Cr. 4. F.S. Prereq: 131
Online components. Textile fibers, yarns, fabrication, coloration, and finishes. Quality and performance application to consumer soft goods and technical textiles.

A M D 210. Computer Applications in Digital Design and Data Management.

(2-2) Cr. 3. F.S. Prereq: A M D 131, A M D 245 or concurrent; AESHM 111
Applications of basic skills in Photoshop, Illustrator, PLM-type software, Excel, and databases. Introduction to digital product design and line development. Focus on elements and principles of design. Introduction to digital portfolio development for design and merchandising. Online lectures.

A M D 221. Apparel Assembly Processes.

(1-4) Cr. 3. F.S. Prereq: T C 204 or concurrent
Principles of garment assembly. Use of mass production equipment and methods to analyze, develop and assemble garments.

A M D 225. Patternmaking I: Drafting and Flat Pattern.

(1-4) Cr. 3. F.S. Prereq: A M D 204, A M D 221. Permission of instructor
Drafting and flat pattern manipulation methods for women's apparel. Interaction of fabric characteristics with style features. Analysis of fit and design; problem solving.

A M D 231. Product Development and Manufacturing.

(3-2) Cr. 4. F.S. Prereq: A M D 204
Analysis of apparel product development, sourcing, and manufacturing processes. Focus on materials and specifications relative to quality, performance, cost, and price. Applications of software for PLM.

A M D 245. Aesthetics and Brand Image.

(3-0) Cr. 3. F.S. Prereq: A M D 131, A M D 165, A M D 204 or concurrent
Elements and principles of design. Analysis of sensory, expressive, and symbolic aspects that build brand image, with a focus on fashion products and promotional settings.

A M D 257. Museum Studies.

(3-0) Cr. 3. Prereq: Sophomore standing
Overview of museums in contemporary American society. Museum history, functions, philosophy. Collection and curatorial practices. Funding and governance issues. Conduct object research. Develop and install an exhibit in a museum. Required field trip.

A M D 278. Fashion Illustration.

(0-6) Cr. 3. F.S. Prereq: A M D 210 or concurrent enrollment, A M D 245 or concurrent enrollment. Permission of instructor.
Development of drawing and rendering skills, including line, shape, perspective, texture, and value. Introduction to the fashion figure, technical drawings/flats, and apparel using a variety of media. Fashion presentation and introduction to portfolio development.

A M D 301. Basic Design Concepts Review.

Cr. 1. Repeatable, maximum of 1 times. F.S. Prereq: Completion or enrollment in T C 225, T C 278
Project review and skill assessment related to 2-dimensional and 3-dimensional visualization, apparel assembly, basic product knowledge, design problem solving. Review of fashion illustration, textiles, flat pattern, basic apparel assembly, design problem solving. Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only. Only one credit in 301 may be counted towards graduation.

A M D 305. Quality Assurance of Textiles and Apparel.

(Dual-listed with A M D 505). (2-2) Cr. 3. F. Prereq: 231, one course in natural science; STAT 101, STAT 226, or STAT 401
Principles of product and materials evaluation and quality assurance. Developing specifications and using standard practices for evaluating materials, product characteristics, performance, and quality.

A M D 321. Computer Integrated Textile and Fashion Design.

(0-6) Cr. 3. Prereq: T C 210, T C 278 or concurrent enrollment. Permission of instructor
Analysis and advanced use of computer-aided design software for textile and fashion design for various markets. Introduction to digital printing technology. Digital presentation and portfolio development.

A M D 325. Patternmaking II: Draping.

(0-6) Cr. 3. F.S. Prereq: A M D 301; permission of instructor.
Principles of patternmaking by draping. Interaction of fabric characteristics with style features. Analysis of fit and design; problem solving.

A M D 328. Design Seminar.

(Dual-listed with A M D 528). Cr. arr. Repeatable. F.S.SS. Prereq: Vary with topic.
Focus on artisanal textile, apparel, or surface and structural design techniques. Design processes for specialty fabrics and markets. Topics vary by term.

A M D 354. History of European and North American Dress.

(3-0) Cr. 3. F. Prereq: 3 credits from Hist or Art H
Survey of history of dress from ancient times through 19th century; focus on European and North American dress. Emphasis on connection of dress to the social, cultural, environmental, and technological contexts of the Western world.

Meets International Perspectives Requirement.

A M D 356. History of Twentieth Century Fashion.

(3-0) Cr. 3. Prereq: 3 credits HIST or ART H; A M D 204 recommended.
Survey of major design and technological developments in 20th Century fashion. Emphasis on fashion as a system of design and production, culture of consumption, fashion change, and trends in art, society, and culture.

A M D 362. Cultural Perspectives of Dress.

(3-0) Cr. 3. Prereq: A M D 165 or 3 credits in anthropology, psychology, or sociology.
Analysis of multiple factors related to dress in selected societies, including technology, cultural identity, aesthetics, social organization, ritual, stability and change. Applications to apparel business.

Meets International Perspectives Requirement.

A M D 372. Sourcing and Global Issues.

(3-0) Cr. 3. F.S. Prereq: A M D 231, AESHM 275; ECON 101 or ECON 102 recommended
Evaluation of key issues facing textile- and apparel-related businesses in global markets considering ethical, economic, political, social, and professional implications. Sourcing strategies in a global environment. Corporate and consumer social responsibility and sustainability.

Meets International Perspectives Requirement.

A M D 376. Merchandise Planning and Control.

(3-2) Cr. 4. F.S. Prereq: AESHM 275; 3 credits from ACCT 284, MATH 104, MATH 105, MATH 150, or equivalent.
Calculations and computer application in the planning and control of merchandise. Emphasis on retail math as it pertains to assortment planning, the six-month buying plan process, and other buying concepts and strategies. Online modules.

A M D 404. Textile Color Theory.

(Dual-listed with A M D 504). (2-2) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: A M D 204, A M D 245; one natural science course (physics or chemistry recommended).
Color theory, dyes, and color matching as applied to textiles and textile products.

A M D 415. Technical Design Processes.

(2-2) Cr. 3. F. Prereq: A M D 301
Garment development and analysis of fit, performance, quality, cost. Exploration of alternative materials, construction methods, grading; specifications and portfolio development.

A M D 426. Creative Design Processes.

(Dual-listed with A M D 526). (1-4) Cr. 3. Repeatable. Prereq: A M D 301, A M D 321
Exploration of the creative process and sources of inspiration with emphasis on fashion presentation and line development for a variety of markets. Continued development of fashion illustration techniques, including digital illustration. Development of digital and paper portfolio.

A M D 431. Apparel Production Management.

(3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: A M D 231; A M D 221 recommended; A M D 372 or concurrent.
Procedures and experiences related to application and use of process controls: method analysis, work measurement, costing, pricing, and production planning. Resource management, technology applications, and quality assurance.

A M D 467. Consumer Behavior.

(3-0) Cr. 3. F. Prereq: A M D 165; AESHM 340; STAT 101 or STAT 104 or STAT 226;
Application of concepts and theories from the social sciences to the study of consumer behavior related to dress, textile and apparel products, and retail experiences. Experience in conducting consumer research.

A M D 475. Retail Information Analysis.

(2-2) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: A M D 376
Evaluation of information needed to make effective retail decisions. Use of technology in analyzing and interpreting retail systems data. Application of concepts related to forecasting, consumer demand, assortment planning, market research, data mining, database interface, pattern recognition, supply-chain/logistics management, retail technology applications such as Visual Retailing, PLM, and Sourcing Simulator.

A M D 490. Independent Study.

Cr. arr. Repeatable. F.S.SS. Prereq: 6 credits in textiles and clothing. Permission of the instructor, adviser, and department chair

A M D 490A. Independent Study: Textile Science.

Cr. arr. Repeatable. F.S.SS. Prereq: 6 credits in textiles and clothing. Permission of the instructor, adviser, and department chair

A M D 490B. Independent Study: History of Dress and Textiles.

Cr. arr. Repeatable. F.S.SS. Prereq: 6 credits in textiles and clothing. Permission of the instructor, adviser, and department chair

A M D 490C. Independent Study: Textile and Apparel Design.

Cr. arr. Repeatable. F.S.SS. Prereq: 6 credits in textiles and clothing. Permission of the instructor, adviser, and department chair

A M D 490D. Independent Study: Aesthetics.

Cr. arr. Repeatable. F.S.SS. Prereq: 6 credits in textiles and clothing. Permission of the instructor, adviser, and department chair

A M D 490E. Independent Study: Entrepreneurship.

Cr. arr. Repeatable. F.S.SS. Prereq: 6 credits in textiles and clothing. Permission of the instructor, adviser, and department chair

A M D 490F. Independent Study: Sociological and Psychological Aspects of Dress and Textiles.

Cr. arr. Repeatable. F.S.SS. Prereq: 6 credits in textiles and clothing. Permission of the instructor, adviser, and department chair

A M D 490G. Independent Study: Consumer Behavior.

Cr. arr. Repeatable. F.S.SS. Prereq: 6 credits in textiles and clothing. Permission of the instructor, adviser, and department chair

A M D 490H. Independent Study: Honors.

Cr. arr. Repeatable. F.S.SS. Prereq: 6 credits in textiles and clothing. Permission of the instructor, adviser, and department chair

A M D 490I. Independent Study: Retail Merchandising.

Cr. arr. Repeatable. F.S.SS. Prereq: 6 credits in textiles and clothing. Permission of the instructor, adviser, and department chair

A M D 490K. Independent Study: Cultural Analysis of Dress and Textiles.

Cr. arr. Repeatable. F.S.SS. Prereq: 6 credits in textiles and clothing. Permission of the instructor, adviser, and department chair

A M D 490M. Independent Study: Museums.

Cr. arr. Repeatable. F.S.SS. Prereq: 6 credits in textiles and clothing. Permission of the instructor, adviser, and department chair

A M D 490N. Independent Study: Apparel Production Management.

Cr. arr. Repeatable. F.S.SS. Prereq: 6 credits in textiles and clothing. Permission of the instructor, adviser, and department chair

A M D 490O. Independent Study: Technical Design.

Cr. arr. Repeatable. F.S.SS. Prereq: 6 credits in textiles and clothing. Permission of the instructor, adviser, and department chair

A M D 490Q. Independent Study: Quality Assurance.

Cr. arr. Repeatable. F.S.SS. Prereq: 6 credits in textiles and clothing. Permission of the instructor, adviser, and department chair

A M D 490T. Independent Study: Public Relations and Publishing.

Cr. arr. Repeatable. F.S.SS. Prereq: 6 credits in textiles and clothing. Permission of the instructor, adviser, and department chair

A M D 490U. Independent Study: Product Development.

Cr. arr. Repeatable. F.S.SS. Prereq: 6 credits in textiles and clothing. Permission of the instructor, adviser, and department chair

A M D 490V. Independent Study: Sourcing and Global Issues.

Cr. arr. Repeatable. F.S.SS. Prereq: 6 credits in textiles and clothing. Permission of the instructor, adviser, and department chair

A M D 495. Senior Design Studio.

(Dual-listed with A M D 595). (0-6) Cr. 3. F. Prereq: A M D 325, A M D 426. Permission of instructor.
Creation of an apparel line from concept to prototypes through the use of manual and CAD technologies. The line is to be included in a professional portfolio and submitted to a juried exhibition.

A M D 496. Fashion Forecasting and Product Development.

(3-0) Cr. 3. F.S. Prereq: A M D 231, A M D 245, AESHM 275
Applying consumer, aesthetic, and quantitative trend information to develop value-added apparel/textile products and product lines with merchandising/promotion campaigns for diverse target markets. Multi-function team projects. Presentation to industry representatives.

A M D 499. Undergraduate Research.

Cr. 1-3. Repeatable. F.S.SS. Prereq: Senior classification, 15 credits in A M D. Permission of instructor, adviser, and department chair
Research experience in textiles and clothing with application to a selected problem.

Courses primarily for graduate students, open to qualified undergraduates:

A M D 504. Textile Color Theory.

(Dual-listed with A M D 404). (2-2) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: A M D 204, A M D 245; one natural science course (physics or chemistry recommended).
Color theory, dyes, and color matching as applied to textiles and textile products.

A M D 505. Quality Assurance of Textiles and Apparel.

(Dual-listed with A M D 305). (2-2) Cr. 3. F. Prereq: 231, one course in natural science; STAT 101, STAT 226, or STAT 401
Principles of product and materials evaluation and quality assurance. Developing specifications and using standard practices for evaluating materials, product characteristics, performance, and quality.

A M D 510. Foundation of Scholarship in Textiles and Clothing.

(3-0) Cr. 3. F. Prereq: Graduate classification
Overview of scholarship in textiles and clothing with emphasis on current and future directions. Fundamentals of writing literature reviews. Examination of ethical issues in scholarship and academic life. Introduction to creativity, sustainability, and entrepreneurship. Development of teaching units.

A M D 521. Digital Textile and Apparel Design.

(1-4) Cr. 3. Prereq: Experience with flat pattern or draping techniques and image manipulation software. Permission of instructor.
Research Methods course. Digital textile and apparel design technologies. Theories and practices of mass customization and personalization, digital textile printing, 3D body scanning, creating avatars from body scans, and fitting digital apparel designs.

A M D 526. Creative Design Processes.

(Dual-listed with A M D 426). (1-4) Cr. 3. Repeatable. Prereq: A M D 301, A M D 321
Exploration of the creative process and sources of inspiration with emphasis on fashion presentation and line development for a variety of markets. Continued development of fashion illustration techniques, including digital illustration. Development of digital and paper portfolio.

A M D 528. Design Seminar.

(Dual-listed with A M D 328). Cr. arr. Repeatable. F.S.SS. Prereq: Vary with topic.
Focus on artisanal textile, apparel, or surface and structural design techniques. Design processes for specialty fabrics and markets. Topics vary by term.

A M D 557. Textile Conservation and Collection Management.

(3-0) Cr. 3. Prereq: T C 204
Condition assessment, repair, and stabilization of textiles and apparel in museum collections. Dry and aqueous cleaning. Examination of storage and exhibition techniques, materials, and conditions. Experience with cataloging and management practices.

A M D 565. Sustainability: Theory and Practical Application.

(3-0) Cr. 3. Alt. F., offered even-numbered years. Prereq: 3 credits in research methods; basic knowledge of apparel industry and product development; permission of instructor.
Overview of current sustainability theory, research, and methodology. Emphasis on the evaluation and discussion of current sustainability literature and sustainable practice of apparel, textiles, and related products and services through people, processes, and the environment. Development and presentation of original scholarly and creative design work under various sustainability frameworks.

A M D 567. Consumer Behavior and Apparel.

(3-0) Cr. 3. Alt. F., offered odd-numbered years. Prereq: A M D 467 or MKT 447; STAT 401
Application of concepts and theories from the social sciences to the study of consumer behavior. Experience in conducting research; manuscript writing.

A M D 572. Sourcing and Global Issues.

(3-0) Cr. 3. Alt. F., offered odd-numbered years. Prereq: a course in merchandising or marketing
Evaluation of key issues facing textile and apparel-related businesses in global markets considering ethical, economic, political, social, and professional implications. Sourcing strategies in a global environment. Corporate and consumer social responsibility and sustainability. Experience in conducting research using secondary data.

Meets International Perspectives Requirement.

A M D 576. Industry Applications in Merchandising and Management.

(3-0) Cr. 3. Alt. S., offered even-numbered years. Prereq: A M D 376 or equivalent; AESHM 275. Permission of instructor
Using the case study method, students apply merchandising theory, principles, and practices to industry scenarios. Emphasis on problem solving, creative thinking, data analysis, and data interpretation involved in business operations. Focus on the development of leadership skills while functioning in small and large groups.

A M D 590. Special Topics.