COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

TEXTILES FM102
Textiles is an in-depth examination of natural and man-made fibers, yarn characteristics and fabric construction, from the fiber stage to the finished fabric. Merchandisers and Fashion Designers will be able to apply the textile facts to the appropriate selection, use and care of todayÕs fabric and textile product.

HISTORY OF COSTUME I FM127
A study of the mode in costume from primitive man to 1900. Emphasis will be placed on the prevailing design of costumes worn and information regarding origin, dates, colors, hairstyles, shoe styles, and accessories.

HISTORY OF COSTUME I FM128
The basics of perspective representation and construction are explored through students' exercises. One-point and two-point methods of mechanical layout are learned. Use of media is introduced. Basically a hands-on 'how to' course.

INTRODUCTION TO FASHION FM141
Introduction to Fashion is an overview of the fashion industry from the designer's fashion concept through the promotion of fashion to the ultimate consumer. The factors that are involved in the decision making processes of the consumer will be analyzed.

ACCOUNTING FOR NON-ACCOUNTANTS FM151
Prerequisite: G141, G142
Fundamental accounting procedures and concepts. Nature of accounts and techniques of recording, summarizing and classifying accounting data along with double entry procedures, end of period summary activities, preparation of worksheets and financial statements.

MERCHANDISING MATH FM155
Prerequisite: G141, G142
This course is designed to provide a fundamental understanding of the merchandising elements that affect a reasonable profit performance, including the terminology and special mathematical applications specific to the retail industry.

FASHION PRODUCT ANALYSIS FM165
Analysis of apparel and soft goods with emphasis on construction, value and selling points. Product knowledge will be enhanced by the acquisition of basic garment construction skills including machine sewing, hand-stitching and the application of basic sewing skills. Study of soft goods will include linens, curtains, bedding, etc. The study of hard goods will include furniture, lighting, house wares, and general home accessories.

PRINCIPLES OF RETAILING FM171
The basics of retailing, including global electronic commerce (E-Commerce), applied to the fashion field. Buying, merchandising, operational, promotional, and financial functions will be covered.

ADVERTISING AND PROMOTION FM181
Explores aspects of fashion advertising and promotion. Shows how to analyze, evaluate, create and how to use promotion and advertising. Describes types of advertising, how to motivate customers, media selection, advertisement planning and production. Also covers publicity, window and interior display and special events.

FASHION WRITING FM200
Prerequisite: G101, G102
Students will focus on increasing fashion vocabulary, creative writing skills, basic journalism skills (interviewing and editing) and fashion writing history. Students will develop a critical eye for reading fashion news articles, local newspapers, and magazines.

CAD FOR FASHION MERCHANDISING FM202
Prerequisite: X040 and second year standing
Students will use Fashion Studio Suite created by NEDGRAPHICSª, a CAD-based software used worldwide in the fashion industry.

FASHION BUYING AND MERCHANDISING FM205
The study of techniques and tools of merchandising covering the what, where, and how of a buyer's life. Emphasis will be placed on merchandising planning from a six-month merchandise plan to preparation of a balanced stock to planning buying trips, writing orders, pricing merchandise, and evaluation accuracy
of book inventory.

MANAGEMENT AND SUPERVISION FM220
Application of psychological principles of human behavior as they relate to the world of work, including techniques and principles of present-day industry. Covers recruitment selection, training, evaluation, leadership, motivation, and consumer behavior.

DATA PROCESSING FM232
Prerequisite: X040
This course will introduce data processing applicable to the Fashion Merchandiser. Students will use current software to perform research and data analysis using database programs.

IMPORT/EXPORT FM234
Introduction to the principles of international marketing with emphasis on global economic, cultural, and political/legal differences between countries. The future in a changing world economy and careers in international business.

FASHION PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT FM251
Prerequisite: Seventh quarter standing
To acquire knowledge of the theory of product development and forecasting, and applying this to the process of developing a product from concept to commercialization.

RETAIL INTERIOR DESIGN FM260
The concepts and techniques of creating effective spaces for selling various types of merchandise are examined.

VISUAL MERCHANDISING I FM270
Prerequisite: Second year standing
Explores visual merchandising including, but not limited to, store windows, point-of-sale areas, in-store displays and wall areas, and the various display materials used in retailing.

VISUAL MERCHANDISING II FM271
Prerequisite: FM270
This course continues with the understanding and application of concepts and techniques related to visual display. It employs workshops, field trips and display set-ups that focus on the critical elements that make up successful merchandising displays.

INTERNSHIP FM290
Prerequisite: Completion of all coursework prior to the eighth quarter. To be taken concurrently with B254
Internship is a cooperative venture between the Fashion Merchandising profession and the college to provide the student with on-the-job training. Skills learned in the classroom will be utilized in the placement as much as possible. Students must maintain a minimum work schedule of 6 hours per week and attend regular Internship Review sessions.

FASHION CONSULTING - ADVANCED FM295
Prerequisite: Second year standing
Image consulting, fashion and wardrobe planning for clients, fund raising and wedding consultant techniques, bookkeeping, and client record keeping.