Fashion Design: Level I
The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Fashion Design: Level I includes training in design, fashion illustration, patternmaking, and draping, and supports students in building inspirational sources through analysis of cultural, historical, and contemporary fashion and design. Students student completing this certificate will enter the fashion industry at entry-level positions. A Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Fashion Design: Level II and an Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Fashion Design are also available.
Details
Field of Interest
Visual and Performing Arts
Degree Type
Certificate of Completion (CCL)
Academic Plan
Fashion Design: Level I (CER)
Academic Plan Code
5355
Total credits required
27-30
Catalog Year
2024-2025
Effective Term
Fall 2024
Notes
Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.
What You'll Learn
- Analyze relationships among aesthetic, cultural, economic, historical, psychological, sociological and technological factors that affect trends in fashion.
- Evaluate textile properties for performance and inspiration for fashion designs.
- Design apparel using the principles and elements of design.
- Construct apparel using sewing techniques, equipment and supplies required in the production process.
- Apply flat pattern and draping techniques to produce original designs, patterns, and garments.
- Create illustrations for fashion design using traditional and computer-assisted drawing methods.
- Analyze challenges in the fashion industry to design culturally responsive and sustainable solutions.
- Utilize professional, ethical, and legal standards in the fashion industry.
- Apply information gathered from industry sources for business application.
Career statistics
Successful completion of this certificate may lead to employment in a variety of different occupations and industries. Below are examples of related occupations with associated Arizona-based wages* for this certificate. Education requirements vary for the occupations listed below, so you may need further education or degrees in order to qualify for some of these jobs and earn the related salaries. Please visit with an academic advisor and/or program director for additional information. You can click on any occupation to view the detail regarding education level, wages, and employment information.
Fashion Designers
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* Career and wage information provided by Pipeline AZ using data, reports, and forecasts which are generated using government data sources. Sources
Course Sequence by Term
The following is the suggested course sequence by term. Please keep in mind:
- Students should meet with an academic advisor to develop an individual education plan that meets their academic and career goals. Use the Degree Progress Report Tool in your Student Center to manage your plan.
- The course sequence is laid out by suggested term and may be affected when students enter the program at different times of the year.
- Initial course placement is determined by current district placement measures and/or completion of 100-200 level course and/or program requirements.
- Degree and transfer seeking students may be required to successfully complete a MCCCD First Year Experience Course (FYE) within the first two semesters at a MCCCD College. Courses include FYE101 and FYE103. Course offerings will vary by college. See an academic, program, or faculty advisor for details.
Full-time Sequence
Full-time status is 12 credits to 18 credits per semester.
Term 1
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TEC105 | Cultural Aspects of Clothing | HU | 3 | ||
| TEC110 | Basic Sewing Skills | OR Permission of Program Director | 0–3 | ||
| TEC125 | Fashion Design | Critical course Gateway course | HU | 3 | |
| TEC134 | Fashion Illustration I | 3 |
Term 2
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TEC106 | History of Fashion | 3 | |||
| TEC111 | Intermediate Apparel Construction | Critical course | 3 | ||
| TEC222 | Textiles | 3 |
Term 3
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TEC221 | Computer-Assisted Fashion Design | 3 | |||
| TEC225 | Pattern Design I | 3 | |||
| TEC226 | Draping for Fashion Design | 3 |
Part-time Sequence
Part-time status is 11 credit hours or less.
Term 1
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TEC110 | Basic Sewing Skills | OR Permission of Program Director | 0–3 | ||
| TEC125 | Fashion Design | Critical course Gateway course | HU | 3 |
Term 2
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TEC105 | Cultural Aspects of Clothing | HU | 3 | ||
| TEC134 | Fashion Illustration I | 3 |
Term 3
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TEC106 | History of Fashion | 3 | |||
| TEC111 | Intermediate Apparel Construction | Critical course | 3 |
Term 4
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TEC221 | Computer-Assisted Fashion Design | 3 | |||
| TEC222 | Textiles | 3 |
Term 5
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TEC225 | Pattern Design I | 3 | |||
| TEC226 | Draping for Fashion Design | 3 |
Course Area Key
Gateway Course = Generally the first major-specific course in a pathway.
Critical Course = A course that is highly predictive of future success in a pathway.
- HU = Humanities, Fine Arts, and Design
Disclaimer
Students must earn a grade of C or better for all courses required within the program.
Course Sequence total credits may differ from the program information located on the MCCCD curriculum website due to program and system design.
View MCCCD’s official curriculum documentation for additional details regarding the requirements of this award (https://aztransmac2.asu.edu/cgi-bin/WebObjects/MCCCD.woa/wa/freeForm11?id=981370).
At Maricopa, we strive to provide you with accurate and current information about our degree and certificate offerings. Due to the dynamic nature of the curriculum process, course and program information is subject to change. As a result, the course list associated with this degree or certificate on this site does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. If you are interested in pursuing this degree or certificate, we encourage you to meet with an advisor to discuss the requirements at your college for the appropriate catalog year.
Previous Catalog Years
The pathway map presented above is for the current catalog year and is the intended pathway map for new students. All previous catalog years for this pathway map are available at the link below.
Previous catalog years for Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Fashion Design: Level I