Clothing Construction

About the Program

Program Goal: Career

GE Pattern(s): None

Program Code: CLOTHINGCONSTRUCT.CC

The Certificate in Clothing Construction prepares students for entry-level jobs in apparel production companies, designer workrooms, and custom sewing workrooms. Students hone the technical skills necessary to realize a creative vision as they develop a portfolio of work that can be used for a variety of purposes, including preparation for further study. The certificate prepares students for entry-level employment as a sample sewer for fashion design, tailor's assistant, sample sewer for small manufacturer, alterationist, production sewer for cottage industries, and theatrical costume stitcher.

Program Learning Outcome(s): Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to:

1. Select appropriate fabrics and notions suitable to specific garment designs.
2. Drape, draft or manipulate flat patterns to create accurate garment patterns.
3. Lay patterns correctly and economically onto markers or fabric.
4. Construct garments using various sewing techniques.
5. Fit garments on various body types and be able to make the proper adjustments.