manufacturing Course Descriptions 

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MANU 1001 COMPONENTS I                                                                                                                     Prerequisite: None                                                                                                                                        Students will gain a better understanding and develop the techniques required to create the necessary design components that are directly involved in the design of fashion garments. They will discover the many materials, processes and technologies used in the industry today as well as their historic manufacturers, as well as taking their original artwork from concept to creation.                                            3 UNITS: 33 LECTURE HOURS

MANU 2010 CELL MANUFACTURING                                                                                                        Prerequisite: FASH 1013 OR PATT 1022                                                                                                    This course is an introduction to the apparel industry. Students will learn how the industry operates with regard to the creation, production and marketing of apparel. The purpose of the course is to introduce and communicate manufacturing processes. Students will develop a working relationship with fashion and pattern designers to gain working knowledge of terms and methods of the industry. Fashion and pattern designer/assistant fashion and pattern designer sample-room practices are incorporated.                           3 UNITS: 33 LECTURE HOURS

MANU 3002 COMPONENTS II                                                                                                                     Prerequisite: MANU 1001                                                                                                                          Components II will allow students to use the knowledge and techniques learned in Components I to further develop their skills with additional materials used as fashion components, such as  feather, leather, etc. Students will gain a better understanding and develop techniques required to adapt and create design components directly involved in garment design. They will discover the many materials, processes, and techniques used in the industry today as well as their historical origins. Upon completion of this class, the student will be able to clarify and employ appropriate industry terminology when working with other designers and manufacturers, as well as taking their original artwork from concept to creation.  3 UNITS: 33 LECTURE HOURS

MANU 3020 INTERMEDIATE MANUFACTURING                                                                                             Prerequisite: FASH 1013 OR PATT 1022                                                                                                         An intermediate course that explores the world of apparel manufacturing, including production, sourcing, control, planning, costing, resources, allocation and feasibility. Projects including following a product from concept to production and delivery of the product to the retailer.                                                                     2 UNITS: 11 LECTURE HOURS / 22 LAB HOURS

MANU 3030 ANALYSIS OF HAUTE COUTURE GARMENT DESIGN                                                   Prerequisite: COST 2003                                                                                                                                   A current overview of Haute Couture garment design, with an emphasis on students developing patterns in this highly specialized area.                                                                                                                                 3 UNITS: 33 LECTURE HOURS

MANU 4040 DESIGN INTERPRETATION & IMAGES                                                                               Prerequisite: COST 2003                                                                                                                              Unique class set up by the President of ACA that explores the symbiotic relationship between pattern design and fashion design. This course is designed as an exercise for upcoming industry experience.         3 UNITS: 33 LECTURE HOURS

MANU 4050 ANALYSIS OF HAUTE COUTURE ACCESSORIES                                                             Prerequisite: COST 2003                                                                                                                                   A current overview of Haute Couture garment design and its relationship to various accessories, with an emphasis on students developing patterns in this highly specialized area, as well as an analysis of merchandising industry to boost sales, and market research. Lectures by leaders practicing in their respective fields. Students will develop product knowledge, select resources, and apply research information to product line accessories.                                                                                                             2 UNITS: 11 LECTURE HOURS / 22 LAB HOURS