Textile and Fashion Design Theory and Processes

At the end of the course, students should be able to: 1. understand the fabric for its multiple values; 2. appreciate the use of fabric for various needs; 3. identify career opportunities in the trade; and 4. offers insight into fabrics and design, and sustainable practice.

The course focuses on the history, theory, and practice of designing, emphasizing natural fabrics and their use in clothing and fashion and environmental and general industrial applications through time. Assignments will identify natural and manufactured fabrics, pattern making, colour and pigment application, materials, and equipment used in the industry.