Professional Pattern Design Laboratory Certificate
Introduction
The Professional Pattern Design Laboratory Certificate program prepares students to use detailed body measurements to draft master flat patterns utilized in today’s production operations for advancement in current careers as patternmakers of apparel and accessories and to develop technical foundations for beginning or advancing a career in Pattern Design.
Techniques to be used in the program include French couture tailoring and French couture draping to create impeccable fit master patterns immediately operational and efficient in industry production. Emphasis is placed on unique body shapes and practical body proportions. Manual drafting and fashion show production will be stressed.
Objectives
The United States Department of Labor gives detailed occupational
outlook information about the potential occupations this program
prepares for:
27-1026 Merchandise Displayers
• 27-1011 Art Directors
• 25-1194 Vocational Education Teachers, Postsecondary
• 51-6052 Tailors, Dressmakers, and Custom Sewers
• 51-6092 Fabric and Apparel Patternmakers
• 51-1011 First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers
• 13-1022 Wholesale and Retail Buyers, Except Farm Products
• 13-1022 Merchandise Buyers
• 11-3061 Retail Trade Merchandising Managers
• 11-3061 Retail Trade Procurement Managers
• 11-3061 Purchasing Managers
For more information consult:
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/home.htm
Graduation Requirements
- A total of 48 quarter credit hour program of study, which should be completed within the normal program length of 4 quarters within 1.33 academic years of study, and no more than 6 quarters within 2 academic years for a full-time student.
- A passing grade in all courses and a minimum cumulated grade point average of C (2.0) upon completion of the program.
Curriculum
Prerequisite: None
“Business Realities” is an interdisciplinary social science course that concentrates on the transition each graduate encounters as they transform from a student to a business professional. The class emphasizes freelance issues such as self-marketing, pricing, copyright law, starting a business and financial considerations. The class also includes resume, portfolio preparation, job interviewing, salary negotiation and other important job search skills.
3 CREDITS: 33 LECTURE HOURS
Prerequisite: BUSI 2000 OR FASH 1000
This course is designed for students who ultimately are going to open and run their own businesses, with an emphasis on the fashion industry. The course will take the student from the basics of choosing a legal business form, through accounting for Management, Financial Planning, Basics of Income Tax, Investment Management and Wealth Building, Branding and Trademarks, Marketing and Sales, and a wealth of information on the process of developing effective business habits that lead to success. We will examine the entire process of Motivation, Discipline, Time Management, Goal Setting, Proven Success Strategies, and other like subjects.
3 CREDITS: 33 LECTURE HOURS
Prerequisite: None
The course is aimed to introduce concepts and tools of basic economic analysis at both micro and macro levels. It will provide instruction in the nature and function of product markets (supply and demand), economic decision making, types of economic systems, national income accounting, economic growth, recession and inflation, and fiscal and monetary policies. Additionally, the course will incorporate principles of business practices.
3 CREDITS: 33 LECTURE HOURS
Prerequisite: None
This course is an introduction to the apparel industry, consisting of creation, production, and marketing apparel. Students will gain knowledge of the synergy between pattern design and fashion design, with emphasis on terms and methods of the industry. Students will work as a team to experience the inception of ideas to delivery of finished goods. Sample-room practices will be incorporated.
3 CREDITS: 33 LECTURE HOURS
Prerequisite: MANU 2010 OR FASH 1013 OR PATT 1022
This course is a survey and examination of the various elements that make up the finished design in haute couture sewing as well as fashion in general. From collars and necklines to sleeves, pants and skirts, various elements will be the weekly focus for our discussion. It is a seminar class in which the students will be required to participate by bringing in materials and drawings for discussion.
3 CREDITS: 33 LECTURE HOURS
Prerequisite: MANU 2010 OR FASH 1013 OR PATT 1022
This unique course set up by the President of the Beverly Hills Design Institute explores the symbiotic relationship between pattern design and fashion design while further exploring the comprehensive approach to design requiring experimentation as well as analysis, rambunctiousness, and creativeness along with the diligence and fortitude to produce compelling work. This course is designed as an exercise for upcoming industry experience.
3 CREDITS: 33 LECTURE HOURS
Prerequisite: None
From Tokyo to New York, French is the recognized language of marketing couture. For any designer who wishes to convey his or her high level of knowledge and sophistication of haute couture and market his or her product effectively, its is imperative to have a basic grasp of French. With an emphasis on the vocabulary of the apparel, accessories and couture industry, this course will introduce the students to the basic structure of reading, writing and speaking French.
3 CREDITS: 33 LECTURE HOURS
Prerequisite: None
Introduces principles of pattern design through the manipulation of fabric draping directly on the dress form. The focus is on the relationship between two and three-dimensional shapes, precise measurements taken from the fabric on the dress form, and the transformation of design concepts into working patterns.
2 CREDITS: 11 LECTURE HOURS / 22 LAB HOURS
Prerequisite: None
Basic understanding of fundamental flat pattern making, detailed body measurements adapted to building skirt blocks on dotted paper. Each human body is unique. Thus, students will learn the theory of body form and the mastery of fitting different human bodies through the scientific application of measuring techniques. Class includes use of the master pattern skirt block to learn variations of styling skirts; including pleated, pegged, gored, wrap, circled, etc. through closing/opening darts, adding fullness, and dividing. Course recommended for fashion design students.
2 CREDITS: 11 LECTURE HOURS / 22 LAB HOURS
Prerequisite: None
Contour Pattern Design is an intermediate construction course, focusing on advanced use of the master pattern to create structures, including the torso body, princess body, and midriff body styling for industry size 8. Student will also learn the fundamentals of dart manipulation. Before study of dart manipulation students must go through fitting and creating the three basic body pattern master blocks on manila paper.
2 CREDITS: 11 LECTURE HOURS / 22 LAB HOURS
Prerequisite: None
This course introduces students to basic sewing techniques with the ultimate goal of producing sample pieces. Importance of development of skills with industrial power sewing machine is emphasized. Students will also complete sewing of the basic skirt and variations of the skirt.
2 CREDITS: 11 LECTURE HOURS / 22 LAB HOURS
Prerequisite: None
This class is an intermediate sewing construction course, focusing on advanced use of the master pattern to create sewn structures, including princess body, torso body and midriff body styling for industry size 8. Because the Torso Body pattern is so complex to draft and finalize, construction of the Torso Body will continue in this class. More advanced sewing techniques and garment production are introduced, aimed at the fashion industry. Emphasis is placed on torso and midriff bodies fitting processes and the function of garment construction which are critical to the development of skills. Students will also learn the basics of sewing different darts and curved seams.
2 CREDITS: 11 LECTURE HOURS / 22 LAB HOURS
Prerequisite: PATT 1021
Students will learn BHDI’s uniquely revised basic sleeve (easy to sew in bodice with a smooth cap), using the master pattern to learn variations of styling sleeves; including tailor, bishop, raglan, lantern, cowl, and more. In this course, the student will also work with pattern development that involves more advanced work. Style and fittings will be incorporated, as well as more advanced construction techniques utilized in garment production.
2 CREDITS: 11 LECTURE HOURS / 22 LAB HOURS
Prerequisite: None
Students will learn how to sew BHDI’s uniquely revised basic sleeve and learn to sew variations of sleeve styles, including tailor, bishop, raglan, and more. In this course, the student will also work with sewing developments that involves more advanced work. Emphasis on hands-on sewing techniques of sleeve varieties and different type of fabrication from finest to heavy fabric. We will also work with intensive prints, lace, and more. This course will also introduce how to do hand stitches.
2 CREDITS: 11 LECTURE HOURS / 22 LAB HOURS
Prerequisite: None
A course designed to develop the student’s ability to fit garments properly to a live model by identifying and examine the different types of managerial models used among apparel companies.
1 UNIT: 22 LAB HOURS
Prerequisite: None
Applies only Associate of Arts and advised by a Professional Advisory Board Member and an Executive Member of BHDI, the student will work with a fashion designer as a co-partner to perfect the debut collection, including accessories to present a complete fashion collection.
4 CREDITS: 22 LECTURE HOURS / 44 LAB HOURS
Prerequisite: None
Students are introduced to the basic properties of textiles in a comprehensive and non-technical style. Focus is placed on the identification of woven and non-woven fabrics, natural and synthetic fibers and new developments in sustainable and recycled textile products. The course includes hands-on analysis of fabric swatches and the creation of a personalized swatch book created by the student. Students also gain practical experience in dye processes, burn testing and the suitability of fabrics for the design process. It is hoped that this information will enable students to gain an appreciation of the beauty and practical applications of a wide range of textiles.
3 CREDITS: 33 LECTURE HOURS
Prerequisite: None
Application of design principles to the embellishment of garments and accessories with emphasis on techniques, creation of original designs, and fashion trends. Embellishment includes embroidery, silks screening, crystal and nail head, appliqué, etc. Techniques are developed through hands-on experimentation, as well as finishes and hand-printing or computer processing.
2 CREDITS: 11 LECTURE HOURS / 22 LAB HOURS
Prerequisite: None
Study on textile material with an emphasis on the factors that produce a successful apparel fabric from international markets. Fabric characteristics such as appearance, draping, hand, and performance, as well as sorting of fabrics for different levels of design markets are studied. Students will explore techniques for utilizing computers as a research and design tool.
3 CREDITS: 33 LECTURE HOURS
