Foundations of Machine Embroidery
Certificate of Completion Sewing (NC) · Allan Hancock College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Award Type: Cert of Completion
Learn to safely operate embroidery machines, apply embroidery techniques to a variety of fabrics, and utilize embroidery software to create and edit digital designs. Emphasis is placed on proper material selection, hooping, stabilizing, and finishing techniques. Upon completion, students will be able to demonstrate precision, creativity, and craft skills through completed embroidery projects suitable for personal use, gifts, community engagement, or entrepreneurial pursuits.
The graduate of the Cert of Completion in Foundations of Machine Embroidery will:
- Produce embroidery projects that demonstrate technical skill, creativity, and attention to detail.
- Utilize embroidery software to create, edit, and transfer digital designs.
- Select and apply embroidery techniques to a variety of fabrics and textile projects using appropriate materials.
- Operate domestic embroidery machines safely and effectively.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| A grade of SP is required in order for this course to be eligible for the certificate of completion. If students don’t earn an SP grade, they will be given no grade and will need to repeat the course. | ||
| Required core courses: | 144-162 | |
| SEWN 7205 | Machine Embroidery 1 | 48-54 |
| SEWN 7206 | Machine Embroidery 2 | 48-54 |
| SEWN 7207 | Machine Embroidery Open Lab | 48-54 |
| Total | 144-162 | |