Course Catalog - Graphic Design & Interactive Media - Fashion Design

Graphic Design & Interactive Media - Fashion Design

Business & Industry Endorsement

PR: Prerequisite   |   CR: Credit for Course   |   SEM: Semesters   |   LC: Local Credit

(It is recommended students follow the program of study sequence level 1-4 as outlined by TEA.)
 

Level 1: Principles of Human Services #8450

(Freshman who completed Principles of Human Services in the 8th grade are APPROVED to enroll in this LEVEL 2 course in the 9th grade)

This course is a laboratory course that will enable students to investigate careers in the Human Services Career Cluster, including counseling and mental health, early childhood development, family and community, personal care, and consumer services. Each student is expected to complete the knowledge and skills essential for success in high-skill, high-wage, or high-demand human services careers.

SEM: 2 CR: 1

Level 2: Fashion Design I #8160

This laboratory course focuses on careers in the fashion and textile/apparel industries. Students will be exposed to the apparel production process from design concept to finished product. Course content includes apparel construction, care, and maintenance.

SEM: 2 CR: 1

Level 3: Fashion Design II #8161

This advanced laboratory course focuses on careers in the fashion and textile/apparel industries. Students will be expected to develop an advanced understanding of fashion, with an emphasis on design and production.

PR: Fashion Design I

SEM: 2 CR: 2

Level 4: Practicum in Fashion Design #8162 

In Practicum in Fashion Design, students will be expected to develop an advanced technical understanding of the business aspects of fashion, with an emphasis on promotion and retailing. Instruction may be delivered through lab-based classroom experiences or career preparation opportunities.

PR: Fashion Design II

SEM: 2 CR: 2