Fashion Design and Merchandising 1 - HFL110

Fashion Design and Merchandising 1 - HFL110

Learning Recommendations: None

General Description: The Fashion Design and Merchandising course exposes students to careers in and skills needed for employment in the fashion industry. Students develop the foundational skills needed to be successful in the fashion industry. Throughout the course, students learn components necessary to build their fashion portfolio to showcase their skills and work and can be used to interview for schools, employment, and internships. The fashion program is affiliated with FCCLA (Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America), providing students opportunities to build leadership skills, engage in community service projects, and participate in competitions.

Content: 

• Career Exploration
• Textiles
• Principles and Elements of Design
• Fashion Illustration
• Merchandising and Retail
• Basic Sewing Techniques and Construction
• Fashion Portfolio

Homework: There is no homework assigned for this class. However, some students require additional time for in-class assignments and finish them at home.

Course Fees / Materials: Course fees may apply.

Note: This course counts as a Fine Art credit for graduation but may not meet the four-year college admissions requirement for Fine/Visual/Performing Arts.