Associate of Science Degree in Apparel Design
West Valley College
Key Information
Campus location
Saratoga, USA
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
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Earliest start date
Sep 2024
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Introduction
The Apparel Design Associate of Science degree offers a comprehensive curriculum of design courses based on industry-standard methods. These courses are designed to meet the different experience levels of students from beginner to advanced, as well as assist industry professionals seeking to upgrade their skills.
The Apparel Design Student will be able to:
Produce and present designs from concept to finished product.
Use industry-standard manufacturing equipment.
Use computer-aided design and manufacturing equipment and software for design development and production.
Create a production package, patterns and sample garments for mass market.
Utilize available technology for research.
Participate as a team member in a diverse work environment.
Demonstrate ability to function in a professional apparel industry environment.
Demonstrate creative problem-solving skills.
Allocate time and materials to meet project deadlines.
Evaluate, organize, maintain, interpret and communicate information
After completing this degree students will be:
Prepared for entry to mid-level positions in fashion design, trend forecasting, prototype sample development, and sourcing.
Students may seek additional education at a 4-year institution such as Cal Poly Pomona, UC Davis, Fashion Institute of Technology, or private fashion schools.