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VOLUME 7 : ISSUE 7 : NOVEMBER 2009

FASHION INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY

Continuing and

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School of Continuing and Professional Studies

EVENING/WEEKEND DEGREE PROGRAMSLooking to pursue a fashion-related career path? Want to explore career alternatives? Need to improve your business’ profits?Are you an artist or designer in need of additional skills?FIT offers in-depth short-term non-credit courses and professional certificate programs during the evenings and weekends throughout the year.

For a complete, non-credit Hot Topics course catalogue, call 212 217.7715 or go to www.fitnyc.edu/continuinged.

Non-credit certificate programs: page 46Non-credit course listings: page 51

COURSE TYPES

Do you work during the day but seek a college degree? Want to earn your degree in an associate or bachelor evening/weekend program? This is the perfect option for individuals with commitments during theday who want to earn an FIT degree. You may also begin earning credits toward a degree by selecting fromthe recommended courses offered this term.

For information, call 212 217.4634 or email us [email protected].

Details on evening/weekend degrees: page 6

www.fitnyc.edu/continuinged

PROFESSIONAL STUDIES COURSES

CORPORATE TRAININGPART-TIME STUDYDoes your company need updated training? Is your trade group seekingcompetitive advantages? Do your employees need more know-how?

Customized Training, Hot Topics to Go, and ThinklabWe offer a wide range of programs that can be tailored to meet the needsof your company, conducted at FIT, at your corporate site, or online.

For more information, call 212 217.8707 and ask about training options for organizations.

The Center for Innovation Management High-level, unique seminars delivered on site to aid corporate leadership inacquiring insights critical to advancing their businesses and transformingcorporate culture.

For more information on how we can help your organization, call 212 217.4603 or go to www.fitnyc.edu/continuinged.

Want to explore FIT’s many credit courses? Looking to start a new career in fashion? Is part-time study the most convenient for your busy lifestyle? FIT offers a wide array of credit-bearing courses, especially for thecontinuing education part-time student with a busy schedule.

For information, call 212 217.3334 or go towww.fitnyc.edu/continuinged.

Credit course listings: page 4

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

School of Continuing and Professional Studies 2

Calendars and Registration 5

Evening/Weekend Degree Programs 6

Credit Course Descriptions and Schedules 4

Certificate Programs 43

Credit Certificates 44

Non-credit Certificates 46

Non-credit Course Descriptions and Schedules 51

Details 72

Registration Information 73

General Registration 73

Credit Registration 73

Non-credit Registration 75

Online Course Registration 75

Admissions Requirements 75

Tuition Charges and Policies 76

Residency 77

Financial Aid 77

Student Services 78

About FIT 79

FIT Directory 81

Indices 85

Winterim Courses 86

Spring Courses 88

Non-credit Course Registration Form 94

Campus Map 95

Creative and need business skills? Want to open your own business?Have a business and need to grow? Freelancing and need businessskills? From intensive non-credit seminars to comprehensive creditofferings, FIT provides study options and professional certificateprograms that offer a range of skill-building courses to meet your business development needs.

For a complete, non-credit Hot Topics course catalogue, call 212 217.7250 or go to www.fitnyc.edu/continuinged.

Non-credit certificate programs: page 46Non-credit course listings: page 51 Credit course listings: page 4

To meet your demanding schedule, FIT offers credit study during the evenings andweekends—including degree studies. If you are interested in obtaining a professionalcredential in a specialized area of study, our impressive array of certificate programs willequip you with a competitive advantage. Whether you want to explore your creativity orenhance your business acumen, our non-credit courses have just the right programs tomeet your needs. Whatever your background, we can help you advance your career andpursue your passion. I look forward to seeing you at FIT.

Sincerely,

Dr. Lisa Braverman, dean, School of Continuing and Professional Studies

ENTERPRISE CENTER COURSES

COMPUTER TRAININGInterested in graphic design or web design? Need to stay current to enhance your career? Are you a senior who wants to learn about technology?All design and business fields require ongoing professionaldevelopment in a wide range of technologies. Select from in-depth,semester-long credit courses, targeted non-credit seminars, or aprofessional certificate program to get the computer training you need.

For credit course information, call 212 217.3334.For certificate programs and non-credit courses, call 212 217.7250.Credit course listings: page 4Certificate programs: page 44Non-credit course listings: page 51


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Credit CourseDescriptions & Schedules

ONLINE REGISTRATION Registration is ongoing through Friday, February 5.(Late fees apply starting February 1.)

Continuing StudentsStudents who have attended FIT in the previous semestershould register at myfit.fitnyc.edu.

New StudentsStep 1Apply for an FIT username and passwordGo to our Non-Degree Enrollment form online atwww.fitnyc.edu/enrollment and follow the instructions.

Step 2After submitting your enrollment form and proof of New YorkState residency (if applicable), you will receive a confirmationemail within two to five business days. This email will includeyour FIT username, password, and instructions on how toregister online. If you have not received a confirmation emailwithin five business days, contact FIT's Registration Center [email protected] or call 212 217.3850.

Step 3Register online for your coursesUsing your new username and password, register for classesthrough FIT's website at myfit.fitnyc.edu. See page 74 fordetailed instructions.Payment must be made at the time of registration and can bemade online with a credit card or personal check.

New York ResidencyTo qualify for New York State resident tuition rates, you have toshow proof of residency. See page 77 for details on proof ofresidency requirements.

IN-PERSON REGISTRATION In-person registration is available at the Registration Center. Paymentmust be made at the time of registration by credit card, check, ormoney order made payable to the Fashion Institute of Technology.

Fashion Institute of TechnologyRegistration Center227 West 27 Street, Room B103New York City 10001-5992212 217.3850

For hours please visit www.fitnyc.edu/registrar.

Credit Calendar and Registration Information

WINTERIM CALENDARWinterim is an intensive mini-session meeting Mondaythrough Thursday for three weeks. Classes run January 4-25,2010. See pages 86-88 for a list of courses offered.

Pre-registration for Monday, November 9 non-matriculated students

Open House Wednesday, November 18John E. Reeves Great Hall 5-7 pm

Academic Advisement Thursday, December 3and Registration 5-7 pmConference Center, lower level

Holiday Break–college closed Thursday, December 24-Sunday, January 3

First day of Winterim classes Monday, January 4

Late registration and program changes Monday and Tuesday(late fees apply) January 4 and 5

Open House Tuesday, January 5John E. Reeves Great Hall 5-7 pm

Last day to withdraw from classes Wednesday, with a partial refund January 6

Last day to withdraw from classes Tuesday with a WD grade January 12

Martin Luther King Jr. Day–college closed Monday,January 18

Last day of day of Winterim classes Monday, January 25

SPRING CALENDARSpring semester classes meet one, two, or three times a weekand run February 1 to May 24, 2009. See pages 88-93 for a listof courses offered.

Pre-registration for Monday, December 7 non-matriculated students


Martin Luther King Jr. Day–college closed Monday,January 18

Academic Advisement Wednesday-Thursday, and Registration January 27-28John E. Reeves Great Hall 5-7 pm

First day of spring classes Monday, February 1

Late registration and program changes Monday-Friday(late fees apply) February 1-5

Last day to withdraw from classes Friday, with a partial refund February 19

President’s Day–college closed Monday,February 15

Last day to withdraw from classes Friday, with a WD grade March 12

Spring Recess–no classes Monday, March 29-Sunday, April 4

Open House Thursday, April 8John E. Reeves Great Hall 5-7 pm

Academic Advisement Monday, May 10and Registration 5-7 pmConference Center, lower level

Last day of day of spring classes Monday, May 24

CALENDARS AND REGISTRATION 5

EVENING/WEEKEND DEGREEPROGRAM INFORMATIONTo study for a degree, here’s how to begin:1. Visit www.fitnyc.edu/evening_weekend for a detailed

description of degree programs and a complete list ofcourses.

2. Decide which evening/weekend degree you wish to earn.3. Go to www.fitnyc.edu/admissions and submit your admis-

sions application online.

Not sure which degree you want?1. Begin taking classes toward a degree while you decide. You

may choose from the courses on the chart on page 7.2. Once you’ve successfully completed ten credits in non-

matriculated status, you must meet with a degree advisor to receive advisement. The advisor will help youdecide on your educational intentions.

3. If you have already completed 11 or more credits in non-matriculated status, or have college credits earnedfrom other institutions, you must meet with an advisor inEvening/Weekend Degree Programs to determine yourstatus. Refer to the FIT matriculation guidelines on page 79for details.

To schedule an advisement meeting or for more informationabout evening/weekend degree programs, contact theEvening/Weekend Degree Programs Office at 212 217.4634 or email [email protected].

ACADEMIC ADVISEMENTOffice hours listed below are for evenings only. For daytimeoffice hours, call the respective department. For academicprograms not listed below, students should contact the officeof the dean for their respective school.

SCHOOL OF ART AND DESIGNOffice of the Dean Room D350Joanne Arbuckle, dean212 217.7665Monday-Friday 5-6:30 pm

Communication Design Room D319(by appointment only)212 217.5630 Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 5-6 pm

Graphic Design Room D319(by appointment only)212 217.5630Monday 6-7 pmTuesday 5-8 pm

Fashion Design Room B720(by appointment only)Cynthia Underwood, advisor212 217.5068 Tuesday 5-7 pmThursday 5-6 pm

Fashion Design/Art Room B801(by appointment only)Steven Stipelman, evening coordinator212 217.5322

Illustration Room D332B(by appointment only)Ed Soyka, chairperson212 217.5803

Salvatore Catalano, assistant chairperson Room D309212 217.5809

JAY AND PATTY BAKER SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND TECHNOLOGYOffice of the Dean Room B423Robin Sackin, acting dean212 217.4330Monday-Friday 5-5:30 pm

Advertising and Marketing Communications Room B403(by appointment only)Richard Balestrino 212 217.4472 Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 5-7 pm

Fashion Merchandising Management Room B320(by appointment only)212 217.4800Monday-Thursday 5-7:30 pm

International Trade and Marketingfor the Fashion Industries Room B429Christine Pomeranz, chairperson212 217.4282Monday 5-7 pm

SCHOOL OF LIBERAL ARTSOffice of the Dean Room B623Scott Stoddart, dean212 217.4320Monday-Thursday 5-7 pm

Educational Skills Room B602(by appointment only)Charlotte Brown, chairperson212 217.5250Monday-Thursday 5-6:15 pm

Evening/WeekendDegree

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EVENING/WEEKEND DEGREE PROGRAMS 7

Program: To start, take*: Credits: Career preparation:

Fashion Design FD 131 Sewing Techniques I 1.5 credits Designer, assistant designer, stylistFF 111 Fashion Art and Design I 2 credits

Communication Design CD 121 Studio Skills 1.5 credits Entry-level graphic designer or production artistCD 122 Digital Layout I 2 creditsCD 171 Introduction to Typography 1.5 creditsCD 261 Portfolio Development 1.5 creditsCD 232 Survey of Graphic Design 3 creditsCD 223 Introduction to InDesign 2 credits

Advertising and Marketing AC 111 Advertising and Promotion 3 credits Advertising, corporate communications, andCommunications CD 122 Digital Layout I 2 credits public relationsOne-year program also available. FM 114 Introduction to the Fashion Industry 3 credits

Fashion Merchandising FM 114 Introduction to the Fashion Industry 3 credits Merchandising, product development, retailing,Management AC 111 Advertising and Promotion 3 credits wholesale showrooms, planningOne-year program also available. MG 153 Excel for Business 2 creditsOne-year students do not take MG 153. TS 111 Fundamentals of Textiles 3 credits

Graphic Design See Communication Design offerings Graphic design, magazine design, corporate identity

Illustration Contact the Illustration Department for details Illustrator, computer artist, graphic designer212 217.5800

Advertising and Marketing AC 361 Computer Applications for Marketing 2 credits Advertising, direct marketing, journalism, media planning, Communications Communications* and public relations

AC 362 Broadcast Workshop* 3 creditsDM 311 Workshop in Direct MarketingAC 222 Sales Promotion* 3 credits

International Trade and Marketing IN 312 International Trade 3 credits International buyer, international sales representative, andfor the Fashion Industries IN 313 International Business Transactions 3 credits importer/exporter

Fashion Merchandising FM 321 Workshop in Apparel Merchandising* 3 credits Merchandising, product development, retailing,Management MG 303 Information Systems in Business 3 credits wholesale showrooms, planning

Management*TT 301 Textile Applications 3 credits

*Some courses have prerequisites that must be successfully completed prior to registration. See specific course description for details. Not all courses may be available during the current semester. Look in upcoming catalogues for your course if it is not listed this semester.

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For more information on FIT’s evening/weekend degree opportunities, visit www.fitnyc.edu/evening_weekend.

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HOW TO READ THE COURSE LISTINGS4223 15A M W 6:20 pm–9:10 pm D530CRN: section day(s)* time classroomcourse registration number

*Monday–M Tuesday–T Wednesday–W Thursday–R Friday–F Saturday–S Sunday–U

Accessories Design 9

Advertising and Marketing Communications 9

Advertising Design 11

Business Enterprise 12

Business Law 12

Communication Design 12

Computer Graphics 13

Design Division Studies 14

Direct and Interactive Marketing 14

Draping Techniques 14

Educational Skills 14

English and Speech 15

Fashion Design/Apparel 16

Fashion Design/Art 18

Fashion Merchandising Management 20

Fine Arts 23

Foreign LanguagesChinese 24French 24Italian 25Japanese 25Spanish 25

Graphic Design 26

Health Education 26

History of Art and Civilization 26

Home Products Development 27

Human Development 28

Illustration 28

Interior Design 28

International Trade and Marketing 29

Internship Center 30

Jewelry Design 31

Ladies Tailoring 32

Liberal Arts Divisional Studies 32

Marketing: Fashion and Related Industries 32

Mathematics 33

Menswear 34

Millinery 34

Packaging Design 34

Patternmaking 34

Philosophy 35

Photography 35

Physical Education and Dance 36

Production Management: Fashion and Related Industries 37

Science 38

Social Sciences 38

Surface Design 40

Textile Design 41

Textile Science 41

Textile Technology 41

Toy Design 42

Visual Presentation and Exhibition Design 42

CREDIT COURSES 9

ACCESSORIES DESIGNLD 101Accessories Design2 credits $310 For students not majoring in Accessories Design. Introductionto major areas of accessories design. Various types of shoes,handbags, and belts are analyzed in terms of materials,construction, and presentation. Students acquire hands-ontechniques in all three phases.

SPRING4556 15A W 6:30 pm-9:20 pm C301

LD 112Decorative Leather Techniques2.5 credits $387.50 Studying such ornamentation techniques as trapunto, inlay,welting, pleating, and weaving, students learn how to applythem to leather apparel and accessories design. Basicpatternmaking skills used in the construction of handbags,belts, and portfolios are taught.

SPRING9922 15A T 6:30 pm-10:00 pm C511

LD 121Anatomy for Accessories1.5 credits $232.50 Students study the components of the foot, spine, and hand tounderstand the relationship between the anatomical structureand the design of footwear, handbags, and gloves. Studentslearn to create functional and fashionable accessories that areanatomically and ergonomically correct.

SPRING11393 15A R 6:30 pm-8:20 pm C611

LD 133Footwear Design and Construction I3 credits $465 Co-requisite: LD 121The basic concepts of footwear design are introduced and thehistory and types of footwear are discussed. Students developskills for working with a last and learn patternmaking, sewing,construction, and finishing techniques for closed shoes.

SPRING9054 15A M 5:20 pm-10:00 pm C313

LD 134Footwear Design and Construction II3 credits $465 Prerequisites: LD 111, LD 121, and LD 133Students analyze last styles, leathers, and components in termsof functionality and design. They continue to developpatternmaking skills by designing and making mules andoxfords.

SPRING12099 15A T 5:20 pm-10:00 pm C313

LD 143Handbag Design and Construction I3 credits $465 Co-requisites: LD 111 and LD 121The skills to design and produce handbags are taught. Studentsbecome familiar with patternmaking techniques, machinery andequipment, and the various styles in handbag design. They learnhow to translate original concepts into finished products.

SPRING11236 15A T 5:20 pm-10:00 pm C615

LD 144Handbag Design and Construction II3 credits $465 Prerequisite: LD 143Patternmaking and sample making techniques are developedfurther as students design and construct frame and box bags.

SPRING8892 15A W 5:20 pm-10:00 pm C511

LD 243Belt Design and Patternmaking1.5 credits $232.50Prerequisites: LD 111 and LD 121The exploration of the design of the belt as a fashion andfunctional accessory is presented. Students acquire the skillsneeded to make several different kinds of belts.

SPRING12575 15A M 6:30 pm-9:20 pm C511

LD 252Small Leather Goods for Men2.5 credits $387.50 Prerequisite: LD 143Learning how to design and construct a variety of small leathergoods, students focus on the patternmaking and sample-making techniques required to produce a billfold, agenda, andtravel kit for men.

SPRING12577 15A M 6:30 pm-9:20 pm C615

LD 261Sketching Accessories2.5 credits $387.50 Students are introduced to the concept of three-dimensionalsketching and how it relates to accessories design.Concentrating on design detail, they learn to sketch the basicshapes in footwear, handbags, personal leather goods, andbelts.

SPRING9280 15A W 6:30 pm-10:00 pm C501

LD 471The Accessories Industry2 credits $430 This course provides a general overview of the industry: thehistory of accessories; import, export, and domesticmanufacturing; developing a collection for a specific-targetmarket; and writing a business plan.

SPRING12904 65A R 6:30 pm-8:20 pm C607

ADVERTISING AND MARKETINGCOMMUNICATIONSAC 111Advertising and Promotion3 credits $465 ($510 for online section) For Advertising and Marketing Communications, FabricStyling, Fashion Merchandising Management, and TextileDevelopment and Marketing students. Concepts, perspectives,and methods for the development and implementation ofintegrated marketing communications programs for producers,manufacturers, and retailers are analyzed and critiqued.

WINTERIM3033 25A M T W R 9:00 am-12:45 pm B923

SPRING4625 25A M 6:30 pm-9:20 pm A341A**4627 25B T 6:30 pm-9:20 pm C711**6494 25C R 6:30 pm-9:20 pm A321A**4629 25D F 6:30 pm-9:20 pm B73112889 25E S 9:10 am-12:00 pm A3127523 25F S 1:10 pm-4:00 pm A31213627 25G T R 7:30 am-9:00 am B7317721 OL1 ONLINE COURSE

*Course is only available to degree candidates but may open up to non-degree students pending availability during the add/drop period.**Course is only available to evening/weekend degree candidates but may open up to non-degree students pending availability during the

add/drop period.

10 CREDIT COURSES

AC 113Strategic Planning for Integrated MarketingCommunications3 credits $465 Prerequisites: AC 111 and FM 114Students plan and develop integrated marketing communicationsstrategies in order to achieve specific marketing objectives.Through student agency teamwork, they make strategic decisionsbased on creative strategy development, competitive and marketanalysis, and research interpretation.

SPRING6928 25A W 6:30 pm-9:20 pm A341A**8899 25B M 5:10 pm-6:25 pm B731**

W 5:10 pm-6:25 pm B731

AC 141Journalism3 credits $465 Prerequisite: EN 121Practice the techniques of newsgathering, newswriting, anddeveloping news judgment. News stories, features, editorials,and photojournalism are covered in discussions andworkshops. Skills in copyediting and headline-writing are builtthrough student newspaper and off-campus assignments.

SPRING4640 25A M 6:30 pm-9:20 pm A640**13635 25B T 6:30 pm-9:20 pm C503**

AC 161Multimedia Computing for Advertising and MarketingCommunications2 credits $310 ($340 for online section) Students develop computer skills applicable to thecommunications industry, including word processing,spreadsheets, networking, presentations, desktop publishing,and internet research. Through hands-on use, they completesuch industry-oriented projects as print ads, press releases,and advertising analyses.

SPRING6920 25A T 6:30 pm-10:00 pm C309**12755 25B M 6:30 pm-10:00 pm C309**8414 OL1 ONLINE COURSE

AC 171Mass Communications3 credits $465 Prerequisite: AC 111Co-requisite: (for one-year AAS students) AC 111Analysis and comparison of mass media and thecommunications arts as they are used in advertising, marketing,promotion, and the dissemination of public information.Includes an overview of careers available in communications.Students learn communications theory, new electronic media,and their potential applications.

SPRING6916 25A W 6:30 pm-9:20 pm B731**11164 25B T 5:10 pm-6:25 pm B731*

R 5:10 pm-6:25 pm B731

AC 201Introduction to Advertising and Promotion forCommunication Design2 credits $310 Concepts, perspectives, and methods for the development andimplementation of integrated marketing communicationsprograms are studied. Emphasizing visually driven advertisingand direct marketing campaigns, students analyze how to use thecomponents of marketing communications to help producers,manufacturers, and retailers realize marketing objectives.

SPRING13358 25A F 6:30 pm-8:20 pm A341B**

AC 211Workshop in Business Communications3 credits $465 Prerequisites: AC 111 and FM 114Analysis of skills needed for effective written, spoken, and visualcommunications. Industry case histories are used to identifyand suggest solutions to communications problems. Students’abilities to observe, listen, speak, and write effectively areevaluated. Emphasis is on the complete business presentation.

SPRING6930 25A T 5:10 pm-6:25 pm A321A

R 5:10 pm-6:25 pm A321A

AC 221Publicity Workshop3 credits $465 Prerequisites: AC 111 and FM 114Use of current news, events, and personalities as a basis forwriting and evaluating institutional and product publicityreleases for news and feature stories. Students plan publicitycampaigns and create press kits.

WINTERIM3077 25A M T W R 9:00 am-12:45 pm A342

SPRING9869 25A M 6:30 pm-9:20 pm B923**9870 25B T 5:10 pm-6:25 pm A640**

R 5:10 pm-6:25 pm A6409871 25C T 6:30 pm-9:20 pm C410

AC 222Sales Promotion3 credits $465 Prerequisite: AC 111Students plan and develop sales promotion activities in orderto achieve specific marketing and communications objectives.Both business-to-business and business-to-consumer salespromotion campaigns are developed.

SPRING12107 25A M 6:30 pm-9:20 pm E62413360 25B T 5:10 pm-6:25 pm A336**

R 5:10 pm-6:25 pm A337

AC 231Advertising Copywriting3 credits $465 Prerequisites: AC 111 and FM 114, and (for Advertising andMarketing Communications students) AD 101 or CD 122Evaluating, writing, and editing copy for national, trade, andretail advertising and promotion, internal communications, anddirect marketing for all market levels. Includes copy-testingtechniques and visualization for copy brainstorming.


SPRING7161 25A M 5:10 pm-6:25 pm A341A**

W 5:10 pm-6:25 pm A341A7160 25B W 6:30 pm-9:20 pm B923**

AC 232Radio and TV Copywriting Workshop3 credits $465 Prerequisite: AC 231Students prepare national/retail broadcast advertisements forproducts and services.

SPRING7135 25A T 6:30 pm-9:20 pm CC26

AC 242Fashion Journalism Workshop3 credits $465 Prerequisites: AC 111 and AC 141Development of reporting skills needed for a journalism careerin fashion and related fields. Students plan and carry outresearch; conduct interviews; write and edit fashion news,feature stories, and captions; and work with fashion visualmaterials. Fashion review assignments provide opportunitiesto practice photojournalism, feature, and editorial writing.

SPRING13062 25A R 6:30 pm-9:20 pm D405

AC 262Multimedia Presentations3 credits $465 Prerequisite: (for Advertising and MarketingCommunications students) AC 111The planning and preparation of multimedia presentationsutilizing computer and audiovisual techniques. Courseworkcovers presentations suitable for public relations, shows,demos, conferences, exhibitions, special events, dealer aids,and sales books, and examines these presentations’coordination with advertising and other promotional activities.

SPRING6946 25A W 6:30 pm-9:20 pm C309*

CREDIT COURSES 11

AC 271Audiences and Media3 credits $465 Prerequisite: AC 111This course is designed to provide students with anunderstanding of the role of media planning and buying inadvertising. The course reviews such areas as basicmeasurement tools and the relationship between marketing andadvertising objectives translated into media objectives,strategies, and tactics. Students identify target markets, developmedia strategies, and evaluate media alternatives and media-buying approaches.

SPRING4649 25A M 6:30 pm-9:20 pm A321A**7245 25B T 6:30 pm-9:20 pm B731**

AC 272Research Methods in Integrated MarketingCommunications3 credits $465 Prerequisites: three credits of mathematics and AC 161 or(for two-year AAS students) MG 153This course examines the current methods and techniques usedto evaluate the effectiveness of marketing, advertising, andpromotion. The information-gathering process uses bothsecondary research data and primary sources. Students createa marketing research project using a variety of researchtechniques.

SPRING10046 25A R 6:30 pm-9:20 pm B731**13063 25B M 5:10 pm-6:25 pm C406**

W 5:10 pm-6:25 pm C406

AC 321Principles of Public Relations3 credits $645 Prerequisite: AC 221Examines the principles and processes underlying theprogramming of public relations as a management function ofmarketing. Attention is directed to the specific requirements ofinteracting with various publics. Students work with publicopinion research data on industry-derived projects and casesto design, plan, and write proposals for publicity and publicrelations programs.

SPRING6950 75A M 6:30 pm-9:20 pm B731**

AC 361Computer Applications and Interactive Technologiesfor Marketing Communications2 credits $430 Prerequisite: AC 161 or MG 153Students improve skills in word processing, spreadsheets,desktop publishing, presentations, and internet researchthrough the use of marketing communications case studies.The use of software applications to solve marketingcommunications problems is explored, with an emphasis onthe creation of public relations communications and advertisingexecutions.

SPRING7709 75A R 6:30 pm-10:00 pm C309**

AC 362Video Studio Production3 credits $645 Prerequisite or Co-requisite: AC 231Co-requisite: (for one-year AAS students) AC 231Through workshop activities, students develop professionalstudio techniques for video, journalism, and communications.Emphasis is placed on audio and video coverage of fashionevents, as well as marketing applications. Students work onteam assignments in video production. (G6: Arts)

SPRING9995 75A T 6:30 pm-10:00 pm C311**

AC 411Brand Management3 credits $645 Prerequisite: AC 321Students study the critical elements of brand management—the role of brands and the concept of brand equity—usingintegrated marketing communications strategies and tactics tobuild brands. They learn to build brand equity by employingbrand elements and leveraging secondary associations throughbrand extensions, co-branding, and forming strategic allianceswith third parties.

SPRING10050 75A W 6:30 pm-9:20 pm A341B**

AC 412Creative Strategies3 credits $645 Prerequisite: AC 231Creative strategies are developed to solve marketingcommunications problems and build strong brand identities.Students research industry-derived projects and evaluaterelevant market factors to create effective strategies.

SPRING7157 75A W 6:30 pm-9:20 pm C316**

AC 413Corporate Communications3 credits $645 Prerequisites: AC 321, EN 321, and SS 342Students develop the skills necessary to createcommunications that successfully influence an organization’sinternal and external publics. The course trains students toidentify emerging business trends, interpret annual reports andrelated business documents, and convey business news in aclear, concise style through a variety of businesscommunication and public relations tools.

SPRING13210 75A T 6:30 pm-9:20 pm C504*/**

AC 462Video Field Production3 credits $645 Prerequisite: AC 362The operation and application of portable video and editingequipment to meet fashion marketing, corporatecommunications, and broadcast journalism objectives andstrategies. Through the hands-on experience of writing,producing, directing, and editing a five-minute infomercial anda 30-second television commercial, students learn planning,budgeting, and digital postproduction techniques.

SPRING7136 75A M 6:30 pm-10:00 pm C311*

AC 471Media Planning3 credits $645 Prerequisites: AC 271 and MA 222Examines the relationship between the marketing plan andmedia planning. This course develops students’ understandingof pre- and post-placement media analysis and research.Students develop a media plan utilizing research data andreports from current case histories.

SPRING7908 75A W 6:30 pm-9:20 pm A317*/**

ADVERTISING DESIGNAD 494Senior Design Project Research3 credits $645 Prerequisites: CD 372, GD 312, and EN 322A comprehensive study of the research methodology neededto write a thesis, including collecting and analyzing data. Thisthesis will become the basis for the Senior Design Project thefollowing semester.

SPRING12477 65A M 6:30 pm-9:20 pm D517**


add/drop period.

12 CREDIT COURSES

BUSINESS ENTERPRISEBE 261Starting a Small Business3 credits $465 ($510 for online sections) Investigates the problems and challenges of opening andmanaging a small business. Emphasis is placed on analysis offinancial statements and on developing a business plan.

WINTERIM2999 OL1 ONLINE COURSE

SPRING11989 201 M 8:10 am-11:00 am B7368164 202 W 3:10 pm-6:00 pm C410*9109 203 M 2:10 pm-5:00 pm B307*8578 204 W 12:10 pm-3:00 pm A321B9648 25A F 6:30 pm-9:20 pm A341A12946 25B W 6:30 pm-9:20 pm CC288583 OL1 ONLINE COURSE8601 OL2 ONLINE COURSE9223 OL3 ONLINE COURSE

BUSINESS LAWBL 343Introduction to Business Law3 credits $645 ($690 for online section) An introduction to basic legal principles relating to branchesof commercial law, with special emphasis upon the laws ofcontracts, sales, agency, and other areas relevant to the careeraspirations of fashion industry students.

SPRING3235 75A T 5:10 pm-6:25 pm A322

R 5:10 pm-6:25 pm A3224656 75B M 6:30 pm-9:20 pm CC284657 75C T 6:30 pm-9:20 pm A6449781 75D R 6:30 pm-9:20 pm C4109434 OL1 ONLINE COURSE

COMMUNICATION DESIGNCD 112Foundation II/Communication Design3 credits $465 Prerequisites: CD 111 and CD 171Application of design principles and systems to basic problemsin advertising/graphic design. Students explore layouttechniques and the relationship of typography and visualelements in creative problem solving.

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CD 121Studio Skills1.5 credits $232.50 Students learn to execute marker renderings of images and typein layouts—from quick thumbnails to art director’s roughs—to communicate visual ideas. The techniques of sketchingquickly are taught through demonstration, exercise, andpractice.

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CD 122Digital Layout I2 credits $310 Traditional studio skills, typography, and computer techniquesare explored in order to create printed pieces using InDesign.Students learn to plan and produce files for printing.

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CD 123Basic Bookbinding1.5 credits $232.50 Students work hands-on to create book structures. Differentbookbinding methods are explored, such as non-adhesivestructures, accordions, sewing, and case-bound books, withan emphasis on craft and the proper use of materials.

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CD 131Color Workshop1.5 credits $232.50 The study of the relationship of color principles, theories, andterminology to the printed page. Students explore variousapproaches to color application and creation.

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CD 171Introduction to Typography1.5 credits $232.50 Study of basic type forms, terminology, and specification.Application of type in layout design is presented, with anemphasis on rendering techniques. Includes the historicaldevelopment of type.

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CD 172Computer Drawing and Typography2 credits $310 Co-requisite: CD 122This course concentrates on the creation, use, and versatilityof vector-based images and type, emphasizing the connectionbetween design and illustration.

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CD 222Digital Layout II2 credits $310 Prerequisite: CD 122This course is a continuation of CD 122. Using InDesign,students master the essential elements of design, typography,and image control, including color separations and printing.

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CD 223Introduction to InDesign2 credits $310 Prerequisite: CD 122 or CD 172, or approval of chairpersonUsing the Adobe InDesign page layout program, studentsmaster the essential elements of design, typography, and imagecontrol, and learn to integrate other Adobe applications toenhance their designs.

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CD 251Digital Imagery1.5 credits $232.50 Prerequisite: CD 172Introduces digital imagery and its tools and techniques. UsingAdobe Photoshop, students work with layers to build intricatevisual composites containing multiple images, textures, andtransparencies, resulting in practical design solutions.

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COMPUTER GRAPHICSCG 111Introduction to Computer Graphics1 credit $155 Computer graphics concepts and theory are presented throughlecture and hands-on experience. Topics include bitmapped vs.vector graphics, color theory and management, graphics fileformats, and two- and three-dimensional applications as theyrelate to art and design disciplines and the web. New andemerging technologies are explored.

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CG 211Computer-Assisted Design2 credits $310 Co-requisite: CG 111 or approval of instructorPaint and image-processing software is used as an artist’s toolto solve basic design problems and create original, innovativework. Emphasis is on exploring the visual elements inherent ingood design.

Software: Adobe Photoshop (+ Painter where indicated).

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CG 212Introduction to 3D Computer Modeling2 credits $310 Prerequisite: CG 211 (waived for Jewelry Design students)The theory and concepts needed to understand three-dimensional space and to construct three-dimensional modelsare introduced. Focus is on acquiring the techniques used tocreate three-dimensional models.

Software: 3D Studio Max.

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CG 2132D Computer Animation2 credits $310 Prerequisite: CG 211 or PH 272Exploration of two-dimensional computer animation and itsapplication to websites and the advertising and entertainmentindustries. Focus is on animation, design, style, and productionissues using Adobe Photoshop and After Effects applications.

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CG 214Web Page Construction1.5 credits $232.50 Prerequisite: CG 111 or approval of chairpersonStudents learn to construct and implement web pages, fromcontent creation through production. Current XHTML and state-of-the-art graphical web designing software, such asDreamweaver, is discussed, demonstrated, and used to createdeliverable web pages.


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CG 215Web Page Construction II2 credits $310 Prerequisite: CG 214 or approval of instructorStudents use styles (CSS, or Cascading Style Sheets) to createenhanced web pages. Other DHTML tools such as JavaScriptand Flash are introduced in order to produce dynamic websites.Students must have working knowledge of HTML.

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CG 221Design and Authoring for Interactive Media I2 credits $310 Prerequisite: CG 111Introduction to designing for interactive media using Flash andActionScript to produce finished projects, including websites,DVDs, games, and animation for various delivery media.Importing various kinds of graphics, video, animation, specialeffects, and sound is explored. Basic scripting techniques areused to build menus and control program flow.

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CG 222Game Design for Digital Media2 credits $310 Prerequisite: CG 221, CD 441, or approval of chairpersonThe theory and implementation of game design is exploredthrough the creation of small games using Adobe Flash andActionScript. Students must know basic Flash andActionScript.

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CG 241Flash Animation2 credits $310 Introduction to designing character animation using AdobeFlash to produce finished animation for websites, games,broadcast, and various other delivery media. The integration ofgraphics, video, special effects, and sound is explored.Emphasis is on the integration of graphics, video, specialeffects, and sound. Students must have proficiency in high-level graphics software, e.g. Photoshop.

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CG 251Basic Editing with Final Cut Pro2 credits $310 Prerequisites: CG 111 (or appropriate Macintosh experience)and CG 213 or CG 221, or approval of chairpersonThe concepts involved in editing video and animation areexplored using Final Cut Pro software, with an emphasis ontelling a story through the editing process. Learn how toassemble audio and video elements and gain studio experiencein managing media assets, nested timelines, and basicworkflow procedures. Use stock footage or provide own camera.

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CG 3112D Computer Image Generation2 credits $430 Prerequisite: CG 211 or approval of instructorThis advanced image-processing course builds on conceptsintroduced in previous courses. Sophisticated tools areexplored and applied in individual projects.

Software: Adobe Photoshop

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CG 3123D Computer Modeling and Rendering2 credits $430 Prerequisite: CG 212This studio course focuses on the process of computer-basedthree-dimensional model construction as it applies toanimation. Students explore standard and advancedconstruction and rendering techniques as they completeassignments and creative projects.

Software: Studio Max

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**Course is only available to evening/weekend degree candidates butmay open up to non-degree students pending availability during theadd/drop period.

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CG 321Design and Authoring for Interactive Media II2 credits $430 Prerequisite: CG 221Advanced concepts for interaction design are explored, usingsuch current software as the Adobe suite of programs, includingFlash and ActionScript. Planning and scripting are emphasized,as well as consideration of overall graphic, sound, and humaninterface design, to produce Flash projects for the web or stand-alone projects.

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DESIGN DIVISION STUDIESDD 231Color Production Techniques for Digital Prepress2 credits $310 Prerequisite: CD 322Students learn how to prepare digital files to simplify thecomplexities of prepress and ensure quality of final output. Therelationship between creative vision, what is seen on the screen,and the realities of the printed piece is explored.

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DIRECT AND INTERACTIVE MARKETINGDM 211Workshop in Direct Marketing (formerly DM 311)3 credits $465 ($510 for online section) Prerequisite: AC 111Students study direct and interactive marketing principles andpractices and develop a multifaceted direct marketing plan.

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DRAPING TECHNIQUESDP 111Draping Proficiency I2.5 credits $387.50 Introduces the fundamental principles of developing basicsilhouettes of skirts, blouses, bodices, and collars with drapingand patternmaking techniques. Use of stripe fabric as it appliesto grain line manipulation in design is studied.

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DP 112Draping Proficiency II2.5 credits $387.50 Prerequisite: DP 111Studies the characteristics and drapability of fabric and its effecton the development of silhouette and style. Students usedraping methods and flat pattern techniques to resolve complexproblems in design development.

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DP 211Draping Proficiency III2.5 credits $387.50 Prerequisite: DP 112Students utilize advanced draping techniques to analyze style,balance, and proportion. Emphasizes the development ofmounted and semi-mounted sleeve designs using a variety ofsilhouettes as applied to suit and coat styles.

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EDUCATIONAL SKILLSES 023English as a Second Language Workshop0 credits $155 (generates 1 billing hour) Co-requisite: ES 123With intensified instruction in reading and writing, studentsapply and practice the English skills taught in the co-requisiteES 123. Sessions consist of small-group and individual work.

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ES 024English as a Second Language0 credits $155 (generates 1 billing hour) Prerequisites: ES 023 and ES 123Co-requisite: EN 121For students who have completed ES 023/123 but are requiredto take an additional writing course in English as a secondlanguage. Must be completed at the same time as EN 121.

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ES 033College English Preparation Workshop0 credits $155 (generates 1 billing hour)

($170 for online section) Co-requisite: ES 133A writing-intensive course in which students expand upon theskills taught in the co-requisite ES 133. Sessions consist ofsmall-group and individual work.

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ES 034Educational Skills0 credits $155 (generates 1 billing hour) Co-requisite: EN 121For students who have taken ES 032 and/or ES 033/133 andwho are required to take additional instruction in reading andwriting.

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ES 037Survival Grammar0 credits $155 (generates 1 billing hour) Prerequisite: appropriate English placement test resultCo-requisite: EN 121Students improve their writing skills by learning thefundamentals of grammar and focusing on conveyinginformation in an accurate, engaging, and efficient way.

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ES 123English as a Second Language2 credits $310 Co-requisite: ES 023For students who need to improve their skills in English as asecond language. Instruction is given in reading and writingEnglish, with some practice in listening and speaking. Morethan one semester of ES 023/123 may be needed. Additionalinstruction (ES 024, ES 025, ES 027, ES 028) may be requiredafter ES 023/123.

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ES 133College English Preparation2 credits $310 ($340 for online sections) Co-requisite: ES 033A writing-intensive course focusing on the stages of the writingprocess and on strategies to enhance reading comprehensionand study skills. Topics include grammar, paragraph structure,and essay development. Students must register simultaneouslyin the corresponding section of ES 033. Additional instruction(ES 034) may be required.

SPRING4967 35A R 6:30 pm-8:50 pm A32211290 35B S 12:20 pm-3:10 pm B30912833 35C W 6:30 pm-8:50 pm A3208846 OL1 ONLINE COURSE12787 OL2 ONLINE COURSE

ENGLISH AND SPEECHEN 121English Composition3 credits $465 ($510 for online sections) Prerequisite or co-requisite: college-level English proficiencyas demonstrated by placement test or completion ofappropriate ES course(s)This course encourages students’ confidence, writing fluency,and the development of a competent writing self by focusingon the writing process. A number of forms are employed,including brainstorming, freewriting, journal writing, readingresponse journals, and formal essay writing. Classes areconducted as workshops, and both peers and instructor offerconstructive feedback. (G1: Basic Communication)

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EN 231Short Fiction3 credits $465 ($510 for online section) Prerequisite: EN 121 or equivalentStudents read and analyze stories by authors from around theworld. They consider various aspects of narrative and exploredifferent modes of storytelling. The study of short fictionprepares students to read more widely on their own in the future.(G7: Humanities)

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EN 232Perspectives on American Literature3 credits $465 Prerequisite: EN 121 or equivalentThis course gives students an understanding of the Americanheritage based on three suggested themes: the Puritan ethos,the American dream, and reevaluation of the dream. Includesreadings from such major writers as Dickinson, Faulkner,Fitzgerald, Hawthorne, Melville, Twain, and Whitman. (G7:Humanities)

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EN 233Poetry3 credits $465 Prerequisite: EN 121 or equivalentBy reading and analyzing a wide range of poems from a varietyof time periods and cultures, students are introduced to theliterary genre of poetry. Students examine word usage, figuresof speech, rhythm and meter, and other poetic devices.Understanding and appreciation of poetry are enhanced byreading criticism and listening to recordings. (G7: Humanities)

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EN 236Major Writers of the Western World3 credits $465 Prerequisite: EN 121 or equivalentStudies major themes in the cultural heritage of the Westernworld from Greek tragedy to the modern novel. Readings arefrom such representative writers as Plato, Sophocles, Euripides,Dante, Shakespeare, Austen, Flaubert, Tolstoy, Ibsen, Chekhov,Mann, and Sartre. (G7: Humanities)


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EN 241Professional Speech Communication3 credits $465 Prerequisite: EN 121 or equivalentCommunication theory is discussed and applied to variousareas such as verbal and nonverbal communication andlistening in professional contexts. Among the activities thecourse focuses on are interviews and presentations.Videotaping is used to facilitate learning and assessment.

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EN 242Public Speaking3 credits $465 Prerequisite: EN 121 or equivalentCovers all major aspects of speech preparation, such asformulating purpose statements, analyzing and adapting toaudiences, organizing and outlining ideas, assessing evidenceand reasoning, and using language effectively. The study ofvarious areas of speech presentation—such as vocal andnonverbal communication, and use of appropriate visuals—complement preparation. Students give a variety of informativeand persuasive presentations, which are videotaped andanalyzed by the student, peers, and the instructor.

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EN 244Speech Dynamics in Group Communication3 credits $465 Prerequisite: EN 121 or equivalentStudies techniques of effective communication in the groupprocess. Students learn to become more skillfulcommunicators through the use of speech dynamics as appliedto the psychology of communication. Group members areinvolved in controversial discussions as participants and groupleaders. Emphasis is placed on the enlightenment and problem-solving types of discussion.

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EN 245Intercultural Communication3 credits $465 Prerequisite: EN 121 or equivalentStudents are introduced to the communication process amongpeople from different cultures. The course examines how factorssuch as cultural patterns, verbal and nonverbal communication,and perception play a role in intercultural relationships. Theoryand research in intercultural communication are presented andstudents apply this information to intercultural encounters.

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EN 251Theatre Arts3 credits $465 Prerequisite: EN 121 or equivalentFocuses on appreciation of the theatre through the study ofdramatic art as it evolves from page to stage. Students studythe relationship of drama text to performance through reading,acting exercises, and theatre attendance. (G6: Arts)

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EN 272Identity in America: History and Literature, 1865 toPresent3 credits $465 Prerequisites: EN 121, and EN 231, EN 232, EN 233, EN 236,EN 241, EN 242, EN 244, EN 245, EN 253, or equivalent, andone English or speech selective courseStudents read and interpret literary texts in order to understandthe evolution of America’s self-images since the Civil War. Theyexplore the cultural context of particular works and how identitymanifests itself in literature. Themes examined include regionaland ethnic diversity between 1865 and World War I; modernismand expatriation in a context of alienation, loss of faith, and newscientific questions between 1918 and World War II; the civilrights and women’s movements through 1980; andmulticulturalism, postmodernism, and the implications oftechnological development and globalization in the last 20years. (G7: Humanities; G10: American History)

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EN 321Business Writing3 credits $645 ($690 for online section) Prerequisites: EN 121, and EN 231, EN 232, EN 233, EN236, EN 241, EN 242, EN 244, EN 245, EN 253, orequivalent, and one English or speech selective courseStudents analyze business situations to write effectivecorrespondence, job search materials, reports, andpresentations. They also learn various strategies to elicitappropriate responses for specific audiences. Students areguided in techniques of business research and documentationand develop strategies for using available technology.

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EN 322Professional Writing in Art and Design3 credits $645 Prerequisite: EN 121, and EN 231, EN 232, EN 233, EN 236,EN 241, EN 242, EN 244, EN 245, EN 253, or equivalent, andone English or speech selective courseArt and Design students analyze a variety of professionalsituations in order to create competitive marketing materials,persuasive presentations, and reader-appropriatecorrespondence. They also develop strategies for producingeffective proposals and briefs through guided research anddescriptive writing practice. Students develop strategies forusing available technologies.

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EN 361Creative Writing3 credits $645 ($690 for online sections) Prerequisites: EN 121, and EN 231, EN 232, EN 233, EN 236,EN 241, EN 242, EN 244, EN 245, EN 253, or equivalent, andone additional college-level English or speech courseIn a workshop environment, students prepare a portfolio ofworks from one or more of the following genres: fiction, poetry,or drama. Structure, plot, characterization, point of view, theme,and metaphoric language are explored, and works-in-progressare critiqued by faculty and fellow students. Through theprocesses of writing, critiquing, and revising, ideas are shapedinto imaginative form. (G6: Arts)

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FASHION DESIGN/APPARELAP 144Outerwear and Performance Apparel SewingTechniques2.5 credits $387.50 Prerequisite: AP 141, AP 143, DP 111, FD 131, TL 111, MW141, or approval of program advisorProduce outerwear garments in a sample-room setting usingconstruction techniques specific to the outerwear andperformance apparel market. Special focus is on the use oftechnically enhanced fabrics and protective design details inthe construction of rainwear, urban outerwear, skiwear, andfishing, hiking, and boating apparel.

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AP 222Computer-Aided Flat Pattern Design1 credit $155 Prerequisites: AP 121 or FD 121, and AR 112Through hands-on experience, learn computer-aided designfor patternmaking and understand its creative potential.

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AP 241Leather Apparel Design Room Techniques2.5 credits $387.50 Prerequisite: AP 141, AP 143, MW 141, or FD 131Teaches construction, processing, finishing, and decorativetechniques for making men’s or women’s leather garments.Learn about the leather apparel industry, resources, andsuppliers.

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AP 242Haute Couture Sewing Techniques2.5 credits $387.50 Prerequisite: AP 141, AP 143, DP 111, TL 111, FD 131, orapproval of program advisorThe sewing techniques practiced in the finest haute coutureateliers around the world are introduced and provide the basisfor understanding couture. Learn couture techniques in cutting,hand stitching, seam and hem finishes, pocket construction,pressing, and finishing.

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AP 243Haute Couture Decorative Techniques andEmbellishments2.5 credits $387.50 Prerequisite: AP 242 or approval of chairpersonExpands knowledge of the couture by exploring variousdecorative techniques. Learn how to hand bead and applyrocailles, sequins, pearls, and faux gems on different types offabrics. Create embellishments such as flowers and frogclosures from fabric and ribbons, hand embroider originaldesigns, and learn the arts of quilting, cartridge pleating, andtrapunto.

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AP 275Haute Couture Apparel Design3 credits $465 Prerequisites: AP 211, DP 212, or FD 112, AP 243, and AP 244Apply knowledge of the couture to design, drape, fit, andconstruct a mini-collection for a particular target market.Develop styles and images through fabric sourcing, marketresearch, and inspirational research.

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FD 111Draping I: Fundamentals3 credits $465 Prerequisite or co-requisite: FD 131 for evening/weekendstudents onlyIntroductory course explores the three-dimensional drapingapproach to executing garment design. Projects introduce theimportant principles of grain, balance, and construction.Through critiqued design development on the dress form,students develop their own sense of proportion, silhouette, line,style, while exploring current market trends. Course utilizesstrong sewing skills.

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FD 112Draping II: Constructed Silhouettes3 credits $465 Prerequisite: FD 111This course enables students to execute jacket styles utilizingadvanced draping techniques. Students learn to develop drapedpatterns for jacket styles that include mounted and semi-mounted sleeves, and various collar and pocket styles. Thecourse also explores how to incorporate tailoring details toenhance garment designs.

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FD 116Apparel Design Workshop2 credits $310 Prerequisite: FD 115 and FD 131As a continuation of FD115, this course further developsstudents’ understanding of fundamental draping proceduresand their application to current trends. Tools and materialsessential for professional results are demonstrated and used.As a final project, a term garment is developed that involves theselection of fabric, draping, and construction, and followingindustrial sample room procedures.

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FD 121Flat Pattern Design I1.5 credits $232.50 Introductory flat pattern course explores the two-dimensionalmethod to execute garment designs. Utilizing basic slopers,students develop original design concepts through the slash-and-spread and pivot techniques. Projects are evaluated on thedress form for fit, balance, style, creativity, and proportion.Course utilizes strong sewing skills.

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FD 131Sewing Techniques I1.5 credits $232.50 Students learn the basic professional techniques used in theconstruction of designers’ sample garments. Sewingtechniques—including cutting, construction, and finishing—are explored, using industrial equipment to create samplegarments in cotton or cotton-type fabrics.

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FD 132Sewing Techniques II1.5 credits $232.50 Prerequisite: FD 131Builds upon skills learned in Sewing Techniques I. Studentslearn new and more complex design room construction, anddevelop advanced techniques currently used in the fashionindustry.

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FD 212Draping IV: Advanced Techniques3 credits $465 Prerequisite: FD 113 and FD 114, or FD 211This course further develops technical and creative skills inapparel design. Advanced draping projects enable students toexplore design through a variety of fabrication, draping, andconstruction techniques. Students also learn how designresources and presentation skills can help them articulate theirideas.

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FD 221Flat Pattern Design II1.5 credits $232.50 Prerequisite: FD 121This course allows students to proceed from the study andapplication of the basic principles of patternmaking to a morecomprehensive view of design within flat pattern methods andprinciples. Basic torso slopers are developed with the sleeveand are combined to form the kimono/dolman sloper.

SPRING11879 15A W 6:30 pm-9:20 pm C606**

FD 241Apparel Product Data Management1.5 credits $232.50 Introduction to product data management. Students learn tofacilitate the communication and coordination of pre-productdevelopment tasks by linking design, engineering, costing, andmanufacturing information through a centralized database ofproduct-related information.

SPRING12877 15A F 6:30 pm-9:20 pm C415C**12878 15B S 9:10 am-12:00 pm C415C13611 15C M 6:30 pm-9:20 pm CC16*

FD 282Corsetry in Fashion II2.5 credits $387.50 Prerequisite: FD 281 or approval of chairpersonStudents explore the history of corsetry from 1850 to the presentand the intepretation of structured undergarments incontemporary fashion trends. Further developing the technicalskills learned in FD 281, students create a period corset anddesign a contemporary corset and garment.

SPRING13622 15A T 6:30 pm-10:00 pm C714

FASHION DESIGN/ARTAF 341Costume Design for the Performing Arts2.5 credits $537.50 Limited to baccalaureate-level students or with approval ofdepartment chair. Application of skills to theatrical productiondesign. Through analysis of live theatre, films, and videos,create costume plots and color compositions and learn researchtechniques, costume painting, and accessory construction.

SPRING12783 65A T 6:30 pm-10:00 pm C609*

AR 101Fashion Art and Design1.5 credits $232.50 ($255 for online sections) For Fashion Merchandising Management and TextileDevelopment and Marketing students. Studies basicproportions of the fashion figure, garment details andterminology, and principles of color. (G6: Arts)

WINTERIM3048 15A M T W R 6:20 pm-8:50 pm C7113049 OL1 ONLINE COURSE

SPRING6404 15A W 6:30 pm-8:20 pm C7054339 15B R 6:30 pm-8:20 pm C70911357 OL1 ONLINE COURSE

AR 115Introduction to CAD Software for Fashion Designers2 credits $310 Acquire basic knowledge and hands-on experience withsoftware applications typically used by designers in the fashionindustry. Develop the computer skills needed to create originaldesigns in various formats.

SPRING11270 15A R 6:30 pm-9:20 pm C227

AR 182Flats and Specs for the Fashion Industry1.5 credits $232.50 Prerequisite: AR 101 or approval of Fashion Design-Artassistant chairpersonIntroduces the concept of sketching designs and actualgarments in the flat format rather than on the fashion figure.Emphasizes developing flat sketches used for spec sheets,presentation and storyboards, designing and merchandising aline, and record keeping.

SPRING5794 15A W 6:30 pm-8:20 pm C711

AR 214Fashion Design Using Photoshop2 credits $310 ($340 for online section) Prerequisites: AR 114, AR 115, or AR 213 and AR 111, or AR 101, or approval of Fashion Design-Art assistantchairpersonUsing Adobe Photoshop, focus on sketching, color stories, lineplanning, silhouette, and fabric design in order to establishfashion design principles through digital line designdevelopment techniques. Includes analysis and interpretationof customer/category research.

WINTERIM3109 15A M T W R 6:20 pm-10:00 pm C415A

SPRING12580 15A R 6:30 pm-9:20 pm C415A12675 OL1 ONLINE COURSE

AR 215Fashion Design Using Illustrator2 credits $310 ($340 for online section) Prerequisites: AR 114, AR 115, AR 213, and AR 101, AR 111,or approval of Fashion Design-Art assistant chairpersonUse Adobe Illustrator to learn the fundamental and advancedtechniques specific to fashion design. Aspects of drawing flatsand garment details and working with images and color areaddressed. Build fabric and trim libraries and create stitcheffects and/or repeat prints.

WINTERIM3100 15A M T W R 6:20 pm-10:00 pm C415B

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AR 245Digital Fashion Design Portfolio2 credits $310 Prerequisite: AR 214, AR 215, and AR 216, or approval ofFashion Design-Art assistant chairpersonSelecting specializations and creating mini-collections,students produce professional digital portfolios using AdobePhotoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Colour Matters, and PrimavisionCAD applications.

SPRING13515 15A W 6:30 pm-9:20 pm C227

AR 311Sketching for Fashion Designers2 credits $430 Draw garments as they appear on models and study clothingin relationship to the body. Large, half-size, petite, and junior-size figures are featured to study proportions used in theindustry.

SPRING12879 65A W 6:30 pm-10:00 pm C609

FF 111Fashion Art and Design I2 credits $310 This course teaches students to understand, analyze, and drawthe female fashion figure, front, turned, and back views.Students learn how to communicate their design ideas in afashion sketch through garment details, silhouettes, and colortheory. Acquiring skills in design development sketchingenables them to create simple design groups.

SPRING12080 15A M 6:30 pm-10:00 pm C61112082 15B W 6:30 pm-10:00 pm C70912083 15C R 6:30 pm-10:00 pm C80712084 15D S 9:10 am-1:00 pm C80713517 15E T 6:30 pm-10:00 pm C807

FF 112Fashion Art and Design II2 credits $310 Prerequisite: FF 111Students learn to explore the nature and hand of fabrics, andhow to render different textures, weights, and patterns in theirfashion designs. Students develop original designs throughresearching historical periods, current fashion styling, andcolor trends as they are applied in fashion design. Designjournals, customer profiles, and various presentation formatsare introduced. (G6: Arts)

SPRING12499 15A M 6:30 pm-10:00 pm C80712500 15B T 6:30 pm-10:00 pm C709**

FF 114Model Drawing I for Fashion Designers1 credit $155 Students learn to draw fashion figure proportion, movement,silhouettes, and details from the fashion model in a variety ofposes. Emphasis is placed on experimenting with variousmedia and techniques to render the different characteristics offabric.

SPRING12088 15A M 6:30 pm-8:20 pm C711**12090 15B S 3:10 pm-5:00 pm C80712766 15C W 6:30 pm-8:20 pm C707

FF 211Fashion Art and Design III2 credits $310 Prerequisite: FF 112Students prepare for their fourth-semester design collectionsby exploring the roles of research, design development, andediting in the fashion design process. Emphasis is placed onthe application of design development to a variety of designgroups in order to expand the students’ knowledge of keyfashion categories, markets, and price points.

SPRING13518 15A M 6:30 pm-10:00 pm C70512884 15B R 6:30 pm-10:00 pm C707

FF 212Fashion Art and Design IV2 credits $310 Prerequisite: FF 113 or FF 211This course enables students to understand the design processnecessary for the execution of a design portfolio. Studentscreate a design portfolio for two design seasons in their chosenarea of study. An individual drawing style is developed alongwith suitable presentation techniques and formats.

SPRING12881 15A M 6:30 pm-10:00 pm C709**12886 15B T 6:30 pm-10:00 pm C707

FF 221Fashion Past and Present2 credits $310 Prerequisite: FF 112 or FF 113Slide lectures concentrating on Western fashion cover theancient eras to the 20th century, emphasizing silhouettes,fabrics, garment details, construction, and accessories. Designprojects for a variety of current markets are created with historicinspiration from the periods and cultures explored in the slidelectures, utilizing research from the library, museum, internet,and other sources.

SPRING12885 15A W 6:30 pm-9:20 pm C80913519 15B T 6:30 pm-9:20 pm C809

FF 241Fashion Design Computer: Photoshop1.5 credits $232.50 Prerequisite: AR 101, FF 111, FF 113, or approval of FashionDesign-Art assistant chairpersonStudents learn the fundamental and advanced techniquesspecific to fashion design, using Adobe Photoshop. Courseassignments focus on establishing fashion design principlesthrough digital line design development techniques. Studentsdevelop increasingly advanced skills using the core softwareto produce coordinated fashion design presentations. The focusof each design project targets specific customers andcategories.

WINTERIM3099 15A M T W R 6:20 pm-10:00 pm C415C

SPRING13057 15A T 6:30 pm-9:20 pm C415B13520 15B R 6:30 pm-9:20 pm CC40**

FF 243Digital Flats and Specs1.5 credits $232.50 Prerequisite: FF 241, and FF 141 or FF 242Students learn to create garment specification sheets byintegrating manual and digital skills. Digital design techniquesand business practices are explored in order to create apresentation of a design collection.

SPRING12882 15A W 6:30 pm-9:20 pm C811**

TUITION CHARGES AND POLICIESTuition and fees are subject to change without prior notice at thediscretion of the Board of Trustees.Credit tuition quoted (each course)is in-state tuition.

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FASHION MERCHANDISINGMANAGEMENTFM 114Introduction to the Fashion Industry3 credits $465 ($510 for online sections) This survey covers the history, characteristics, and globalinterrelationships of all segments of the fashion industry. Thecourse explores how fiber, textile, and apparel producers,retailers, and home furnishings companies merchandise andmarket their products within the industry and to the ultimateconsumer.

WINTERIM3110 25A M T W R 9:00 am-12:45 pm B3042814 OL1 ONLINE COURSE

SPRING6091 25A W 6:30 pm-9:20 pm B30412323 25B F 6:30 pm-9:20 pm A306**6088 25C S 9:10 am-12:00 pm B307**6090 25D S 9:10 am-12:00 pm B30612324 25E S 9:10 am-12:00 pm B304**13624 25F T 5:10 pm-6:25 pm B734**

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FM 116Fashion Business Practices3 credits $465 ($510 for online sections) A comprehensive introduction to the modern fashion businessenvironment. The structures, finances, management,organization, and ethical responsibilities of fashion enterprisesare examined in a global context.


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FM 117Introduction to Fashion Marketing3 credits $465 ($510 for online section) This course focuses on the integration of fashion marketingconcepts, practices, and applications, and facilitates thedevelopment of a marketing/merchandise plan. Through a casestudy approach, students analyze opportunities regardingmerchandise positioning, brand imagery, targeting andsegmentation of an apparel or other fashion product.

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FM 118Consumer Motivation in Fashion3 credits $465 ($510 for online section) Students learn demographic and psychographic informationpertaining to consumer behavior and how it relates to themarketing of fashion. Discussions concentrate on consumerresearch, geographic distribution, income, education, leisuretime, family structure, lifestyle, attitude, reference groups, andconsumerism as influences.

SPRING13277 25A R 6:30 pm-9:20 pm D4038434 OL1 ONLINE COURSE

FM 121Merchandise Planning and Control3 credits $465 ($510 for online section) Prerequisite: passing grade on FMM math placement test orMA 005Provides an understanding of the concepts and calculationsnecessary for successful merchandising and familiarizesstudents with the terminology of operating statements, retailmethod of inventory, planning seasonal purchases, methods offiguring markups, turnover, stock-sales ratios, open-to-buy,markdowns, and terms of sale.

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W 5:10 pm-6:25 pm A321A7719 OL1 ONLINE COURSE

FM 122Fashion Merchandising: Principles and Techniques3 credits $465 Analyzes the buying function and the differences of buyers’responsibilities in various types of merchandisingorganizations. Studies the principles, procedures, andtechniques practiced by merchandisers of fashion goods indetermining what assortments to buy and which resources toselect.


FM 144Product Knowledge for Merchandising3 credits $465 Familiarizes students with the terminology and characteristicsof merchandise of non-textile fashion accessories and homefurnishings at all price levels. Enables retail buyers, productdevelopers, and wholesale salespersons to differentiate criteriafor price and quality.

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FM 212Case Studies in Fashion Marketing3 credits $465 ($510 for online sections) Prerequisites: FM 116Analyze, through case studies, the decision-making processused to arrive at independent solutions to typical marketingproblems. Student analyses and presentations of actual casesare evaluated for weighing of factual data, disciplined thinking,and arrival at rational conclusions.

WINTERIM3114 25A M T W R 9:00 am-12:45 pm A341B3102 OL1 ONLINE COURSE

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FM 213Introduction to Direct Marketing3 credits $465 ($510 for online sections) Prerequisites: AC 111 and FM 114Presents a comprehensive overview of the direct marketingindustry, including its various components and careeropportunities. Through the use of case studies and/orassignments, students learn strategic planning: how to chooseand merchandise a product, pinpoint a target audience, developmarketing tests, and analyze results. Students are alsointroduced to the various electronic vehicles currently used inthis ever-changing industry.

WINTERIM3115 25A M T W R 9:00 am-12:45 pm A3243026 OL1 ONLINE COURSE

SPRING7614 25A M 6:30 pm-9:20 pm A3428438 OL1 ONLINE COURSE8742 OL2 ONLINE COURSE13567 OL3 ONLINE COURSE*

FM 221Workshop in Fashion Merchandising Management3 credits $465 Prerequisites: FM 121 and FM 122Presents students with opportunities to apply knowledgegained in prior courses to make creative solutions for specificproblems. Workshop projects such as a day spent with amerchant or the selection of merchandise from manufacturers’offerings aid in understanding the principles and proceduresof successful fashion merchandising.

SPRING13453 25A M 6:30 pm-9:20 pm B306

FM 222Import Buying3 credits $465 ($510 for online sections) Prerequisite: FM 224Analyzes key factors in developing import programs,distribution of products, market sources, financing, and aspectsassociated with apparel and other imported products. Theimpact of imports on domestic apparel businesses is examined.


SPRING4727 25A M 6:30 pm-9:20 pm A3257121 25B R 6:30 pm-9:20 pm A3248442 OL1 ONLINE COURSE9088 OL2 ONLINE COURSE

FM 223Creative Fashion Presentations3 credits $465 Prerequisites: AC 111 and FM 114Students prepare and present fashion information throughclinics, shows, and written communiques. They learn how toresearch, analyze, and forecast fashion trends. Awareness ofcareer opportunities in the fashion industries is fostered.

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FM 224Merchandising Math Applications3 credits $465 ($510 for online section) Prerequisite: passing grade on FMM math placement test orMA 005 and FM 116Students develop an understanding of the merchandisingconcepts and calculations necessary for interpreting andresponding to financial planning and control reports of themerchandising and store operational teams. Among suchreports are sales analyses, maintained markup reports, grossmargin, and seasonal planning.

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FM 225Fashion Merchandising3 credits $465 ($510 for online section) Prerequisite: passing grade on FMM math placement test orMA 005 and FM 268This course provides a comprehensive look at themerchandising environment including the functions andobjectives of the merchandising team and the principles andtechniques practiced by today’s buyers, planners, productdevelopers, and account executives. Students work in teams onsimulated merchandising projects to execute a seasonal plan.

SPRING13464 25A M 6:30 pm-9:20 pm B304**13465 25B W 6:30 pm-9:20 pm A644**13466 25C W 6:30 pm-9:20 pm C310*13467 OL1 ONLINE COURSE

FM 231Strategies of Selling3 credits $465 Principles of personal selling techniques, presentation skills,the art of persuasion, negotiating, and account building in thewholesale markets are developed through lectures andworkshops.

SPRING4732 25A R 6:30 pm-9:20 pm B309

FM 244Product Development3 credits $465 ($510 for online sections) Prerequisites: FM 122 and TS 111Introduces the concepts and methods by which retailers createspecial, store-branded merchandise for targeted customersegments. The process of product development, from researchto production to distribution, is studied.


SPRING4742 25A M 6:30 pm-9:20 pm A306*6540 25B T 6:30 pm-9:20 pm A306**4744 25C W 6:30 pm-9:20 pm A306**8444 OL1 ONLINE COURSE9457 OL2 ONLINE COURSE13454 OL3 ONLINE COURSE

FM 251Small Store Fashion Retailing3 credits $465 ($510 for online section) Prerequisites: FM 224Enables students to understand the procedures of organizing asmall fashion retail enterprise and to become aware of the decision-making inherent in successful small-store merchandising.Students develop a model for a small fashion retail store.

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FM 262Contemporary Retail Management3 credits $465 ($510 for online sections) Studies operational functions of retailing customer service,store credit, logistics, selling, staffing, and managingemployees while exploring exciting careers in retail storemanagement.


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FM 268Team Development Workshop2.5 credits $387.50 ($425 for online sections) Through individual and team role-playing and workshopactivities, students learn the management skills needed in theinternational workplace. Communications skills, teamwork,and process management are stressed.

WINTERIM2361 25A M T W R 9:00 am-12:45 pm B3093117 25B M T W R 9:00 am-12:45 pm A3173135 OL1 ONLINE COURSE

SPRING11638 25A R 6:30 pm-9:20 pm B303*12333 25B S 9:10 am-12:00 pm A306**12782 25C T 6:30 pm-9:20 pm B309**13455 OL1 ONLINE COURSE*

FM 321Workshop in Apparel Merchandising3 credits $645 ($690 for online sections) Prerequisites: FM 244Hands-on workshops simulate the activities of a fashionmerchandiser in overseeing the research, development, andpresentation of a line for an apparel manufacturer. Emphasizeshandling key accounts and the merchandiser’s relationship withdesign, production, and sales staff.


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W 5:10 pm-6:25 pm CC2812951 OL1 ONLINE COURSE

FM 322Fashion Inventory Management3 credits $645 Prerequisites: MG 306 for Fashion MerchandisingManagement students; MG 132, MG 153, and MG 251 forProduction Management studentsIn computer simulations, students make decisions involvinginventory models, inventory replenishment, and seasonal andlong-term merchandising strategies. Students learn to managea business by developing seasonal financial plans, creatingstore plans, and balancing multi-store inventories.

SPRING7527 75A T 6:30 pm-10:00 pm B302A

FM 323Merchandising for Electronic Commerce3 credits $645 Prerequisite: MG 306Students identify and evaluate how e-commerce is conductedand managed. Visual and merchandise presentations offeredin e-tailing are explored. An e-tailing site is simulated, applyingmerchandising concepts acquired in the class. Careeropportunities in the e-commerce sector are also identified.

SPRING13212 75A W 6:30 pm-9:20 pm C415C

FM 324Business of Licensing3 credits $645 ($690 for online sections) Students examine the business aspects of licensing as theyapply to the fashion industry, from licensing assignmentsthrough the merchandising approval process. Appropriateskills for negotiating and planning licensed product lines willbe developed. Business and career opportunities withmanufacturers, retailers, product developers, and designers oflicensed fashion merchandise will be explored.


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FM 325Financial Assortment and Planning3 credits $645 Prerequisites: FM 121 and FM 122Students learn financial and merchandise assortment planningusing the Arthur Planning software. The course defines thebuyer’s duties within a retail organization and teaches studentshow to develop a financial plan.

WINTERIM3119 75A M T W R 9:00 am-12:45 pm B302A

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FM 341Computer-Aided Product Development I3 credits $645 Prerequisites: FM 244 and MG 153This course examines how technology is used to create,merchandise, and communicate during each phase of theproduct development process. It focuses on the creative phasesof product development, including trend research; sourcing forcolor, silhouette, and patterns; and assortment planning.

WINTERIM3118 75A M T W R 9:00 am-12:45 pm CC40

SPRING12351 75A M 6:30 pm-10:00 pm C409**12352 75B R 6:30 pm-10:00 pm CC20A*

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FM 361Management for Retailing3 credits $645 ($690 for online section) A comprehensive study of the role of the manager in today’sretail climate. Students learn the effect of an organization’sculture on the management process and how it is viewed froma global perspective. Decision making, planning, structure,leadership, and defining control are also studied.

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FM 362Dynamics of Store Operations Management3 credits $645 Prerequisite: FM 361This course identifies the divisions of retail management fromthe store operations perspective. Specific areas of operationsmanagement are analyzed. Students compare and contrastmanagement practices among retailers using skills gained fromroundtable discussions with industry executives and field trips.

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FM 422Merchandising Strategies3 credits $645 ($690 for online section) Prerequisites: FM 325, and MA 311, MA 321, or MA 331Students, working as members of a mock merchandising teamfor a fashion manufacturer or retailer, develop and refine goalsand strategies to enhance market strength, increase marketpenetration, and build relationships among internal andexternal customers.

SPRING7625 75A T 6:30 pm-9:20 pm B3039477 75B W 6:30 pm-9:20 pm B303*8959 75C R 6:30 pm-9:20 pm A30612961 OL1 ONLINE COURSE

FM 431Sales Management3 credits $645 This course includes the formulation of strategic salesprograms for manufactured products and services. Studentsimplement sales programs and evaluate control of theorganization’s sales activities. The course blends dynamicprocesses composed of interrelated sections, all geared to reachthe sales objectives.

SPRING12967 75A W 6:30 pm-9:20 pm B734**13670 75B F 6:30 pm-9:20 pm B307**

FM 441Computer-Aided Product Development II3 credits $645 Prerequisites: FM 341 and MG 306This course applies web-based content and computerapplications during product development. Students implementassembly and diagram details, specifications, and cost sheets,based on the creative content from FM 341.

SPRING11656 75A W 6:30 pm-10:00 pmCC20A**

FINE ARTSFA 101Painting1.5 credits $232.50 For students not majoring in Fine Arts. Through observation ofstill life and the figure, students are introduced to the use of oilor acrylic paint. Students develop color-mixing techniquesemphasizing varied approaches to the use of paint. (G6: Arts)

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FA 103Painting1.5 credits $232.50 For students not majoring in Fine Arts. Abstract paintingexplored through design, color, and composition.Experimentation with materials is encouraged. Paintingmedium is open. All levels of experience are welcome. (G6:Arts)

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FA 104Sculpture - Basic1.5 credits $232.50 For students not majoring in Fine Arts. Introduces the basicprinciples of sculpture and relief through the figure and otherreferences. Clay and plasteline are used, and basic castingtechniques are introduced. (G6: Arts)

SPRING4444 15A R 6:30 pm-9:20 pm D602

FA 105Life Drawing1.5 credits $242.50 (includes $10 lab fee) For Fashion Design and Menswear students. Focus on figuredrawing, stressing line, gesture, and composition. Study of pro-portion and anatomy of the human figure is undertaken. (G6: Arts)

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FA 107Basic Design1.5 credits $232.50 For Fashion Design, Jewelry Design, and Menswear students.Exploration of fundamental concepts of two-dimensionaldesign. Line, shape, texture, rhythm, and color are emphasized,with an introduction to three-dimensional design. (G6: Arts)

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FA 116Creative Media2 credits $310 Using a wide variety of materials and design concepts, thiscourse offers an opportunity for students to explore differentapproaches in creating non-traditional works of art. Emphasisis on enlarging student’s capacity for imaginative expression intwo- and three-dimensional projects. (G6: Arts)

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FA 117Traditional Techniques in the Fine Arts2 credits $310 This course develops students’ insight into the techniques ofmasterworks in art history. The course combines lecture,demonstrations, visits to museums, and hands-on work in thestudio. Students study and create works using such techniquesas wet and dry media, ink and silverpoint, and encaustic,tempera, and oil painting.

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FA 131Life Drawing I1.5 credits $242.50 (includes $10 lab fee) An introduction to drawing the figure, students study line,proportion, gesture, and composition using pencil andcharcoal. Study of anatomy is introduced. (G6: Arts)

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FA 132Life Drawing II1.5 credits $232.50 (includes $10 lab fee) Prerequisite: FA 131This course continues the study of the figure, with focus on amore sophisticated use of materials and the study of anatomy.(G6: Arts)

WINTERIM3163 15A MTWR 6:20 pm-9:10 pm D614

FA 141Drawing I1.5 credits $232.50 This course introduces drawing with an emphasis ondeveloping perceptual skills. Line, value, placement, andperspective with still life and interiors as subjects are studied.Black-and-white materials are used. (G6: Arts)

WINTERIM3056 15A M T W R 9:00 am-12:45 pm D625

SPRING4464 15A W 6:30 pm-9:10 pm D6254465 15B F 6:30 pm-9:10 pm D625

FA 142Drawing II1.5 credits $232.50 Prerequisite: FA 141 (waived for Interior Design students whohave taken CD 113)A continuation of Drawing I, this course emphasizescompositional concepts using still life, interiors, and the figure.A variety of media, including ink wash, and color are used. (G6:Arts)

WINTERIM3164 15A M T W R 1:20 pm-5:05 pm D625

SPRING12096 15A M 6:30 pm-9:19 pm D625

FA 153Watercolor and Its Applications1.5 credits $232.50 The basic principles of watercolor technique are introduced.Students gain knowledge of color mixing and perception bydirect observation and study of color theory as it pertains towatercolor, both transparent and opaque. Museum visitsprovide the opportunity to examine artists’ uses andapplications of various techniques.

SPRING9575 15A R 6:30 pm-9:20 pm D625

FA 171Printmaking I1.5 credits $232.50 Stressing the expression of imaging unique to printmaking,students are introduced to basic printmaking processes, withan emphasis on exploring printmaking as a medium. Relief(woodcut, lino cut), intaglio (etching on metal or plastic), andmonotype techniques are explored. Hand tools, edition printing,artists’ proofs, and press operation are discussed.

SPRING11103 15A T 6:30 pm-9:20 pm D602**11604 15B M 6:30 pm-9:20 pm D602

FOREIGN LANGUAGESChineseCH 111Chinese I3.5 credits $752.50 This introductory course enables students with no backgroundin Mandarin Chinese to communicate with Mandarin Chinese-speaking people. The basic skills of speaking, reading, andwriting in Chinese are established and the cultures whereMandarin Chinese is spoken are introduced. Teacher-instructedmultimedia laboratory sessions reinforce skills learned in theclassroom. (G8: Foreign Language)

SPRING12661 85A F 6:30 pm-8:10 pm A642

8:15 pm-9:05 pm CD6149:10 pm-10:00 pm A642

CH 122Chinese Conversation I3 credits $645 Prerequisite: CH 111 or equivalentStudents learn to converse in Mandarin Chinese byemphasizing interaction in real-life situations. Functional andpractical verbal communications are addressed, with a focuson the cultures where Mandarin Chinese is spoken.

SPRING12435 85A W 6:30 pm-9:20 pm CC26

FrenchFR 111French I3.5 credits $752.50 This introductory course enables students with no backgroundin French to communicate with French-speaking people. Thebasic skills of speaking, reading, and writing in French areestablished and the cultures where French is spoken areintroduced. Teacher-instructed multimedia laboratory sessionsreinforce skills learned in the classroom. (G8: ForeignLanguage)

SPRING8364 85A M 6:30 pm-10:00 pm A31710262 85B T 6:30 pm-8:20 pm C502

R 6:30 pm-8:20 pm CC26

FR 112French II3.5 credits $752.50 Prerequisite: FR 111 or equivalentStudents expand upon the skills established in French I andcontinue to study the cultures where French is spoken. Teacher-instructed multimedia laboratory sessions reinforce skillslearned in the classroom. (G8: Foreign Language)

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7:20 pm-8:10 pm A322R 6:30 pm-8:20 pm C812

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FR 122French Conversation I3 credits $645 Prerequisite: FR 111 or equivalentStudents learn to converse in French by interacting in real-lifesituations. Functional and practical verbal communications areaddressed, with a focus on the cultures where French is spoken.Course also taught in Paris, France, in summer sessions.


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FR 213French III3.5 credits $752.50 Prerequisite: FR 112 or equivalentThis intermediate course is designed to review and refinestudents’ communication skills in French. Supplementaryreading materials (including poetry, short stories, and magazineand newspaper articles), films, and videos further the students’knowledge of the cultures where French is spoken. Teacher-instructed multimedia laboratory sessions reinforce skillslearned in the classroom. (G8: Foreign Language)

SPRING12979 85A T 5:10 pm-6:00 pm CD614

T 6:10 pm-9:00 pm C312

ItalianIT 111Italian I3.5 credits $752.50 This introductory course enables students with no backgroundin Italian to communicate with Italian-speaking people. Thebasic skills of speaking, reading, and writing in Italian areestablished, and Italian culture is introduced. Teacher-instructed multimedia laboratory sessions reinforce skillslearned in the classroom. (G8: Foreign Language)

SPRING5413 85A M 6:30 pm-10:00 pm A341B8366 85B T 6:30 pm-7:10 pm D207

T 7:20 pm-8:10 pm CD614R 6:30 pm-8:10 pm D503

5414 85C F 6:30 pm-10:00 pm B30312048 85D S 10:10 am-2:00 pm A644

IT 112Italian II3.5 credits $752.50 Prerequisite: IT 111 or equivalentStudents expand upon the skills established in Italian I andcontinue to study Italian culture. Teacher-instructed multimedialaboratory sessions reinforce skills learned in the classroom.(G8: Foreign Language)

SPRING5891 85A W 6:30 pm-7:15 pm CD614

7:20 pm-10:00 pm A32211044 85B R 6:30 pm-10:00 pm A312

IT 122Italian Conversation I3 credits $645 Prerequisite: IT 111 or equivalentStudents learn to converse in Italian by emphasizing interactionin real-life situations. Functional and practical verbalcommunications are addressed with a focus on Italian culture.Course also taught in Florence, Italy, in summer sessions.

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R 5:10 pm-6:25 pm B9289905 85B W 6:30 pm-9:20 pm A342

IT 214Italian IV3.5 credits $725.50 Prerequisite: IT 213 or equivalentBuilding on Italian III, students refine their communication skillsin Italian. More advanced supplementary reading materials(including poetry, short stories, and magazine and newspaperarticles), films, and videos further the students’ knowledge ofItalian culture. Teacher-instructed multimedia laboratorysessions reinforce skills learned in the classroom. (G8: ForeignLanguage)

SPRING13597 801 R 2:10 pm-3:00 pm A643

3:10 pm-4:00 pm CD6144:10 pm-6:00 pm A643

JapaneseJA 111Japanese I3.5 credits $752.50 This introductory course enables students with no backgroundin Japanese to communicate with Japanese-speaking people.The basic skills of speaking, reading, and writing in Japaneseare established and Japanese culture is introduced. Teacher-instructed multimedia laboratory sessions reinforce skillslearned in the classroom. (G8: Foreign Language)

SPRING10682 85A R 6:30 pm-10:00 pm A321

JA 112Japanese II3.5 credits $752.50 Prerequisite: JA 111 or equivalentStudents expand upon the skills established in Japanese I andcontinue to study Japanese culture. Teacher-instructedmultimedia laboratory sessions reinforce skills learned in theclassroom. (G8: Foreign Language)

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JA 122Japanese Conversation I3 credits $645 Prerequisite: JA 111 or equivalentStudents learn to converse in Japanese by emphasizinginteraction in real-life situations. Functional and practical verbalcommunications are addressed, with a focus on Japaneseculture.

SPRING9918 85A T 6:30 pm-9:20 pm A341B

JA 214Japanese Conversation IV3.5 credits $752.50 Prerequisite: JA 213 or equivalentBuilding on Japanese III, students refine their communicationskills in Japanese. More advanced supplementary readingmaterials (including poetry, short stories, and magazine andnewspaper articles), films,and videos further the students’knowledge of Japanese culture. Teacher instructed multimedialaboratory sessions reinforce skills learned in the classroom.(G8:Foreign Language)

SPRING13688 85A M 6:30 pm-7:25 pm CD614

M 7:30 pm-10:00 pm C406

SpanishSP 111Spanish I3.5 credits $752.50 This introductory course enables students with no backgroundin Spanish to communicate with Spanish-speaking people. Thebasic skills of speaking, reading, and writing in Spanish areestablished and the cultures where Spanish is spoken areintroduced. Teacher-instructed multimedia laboratory sessionsreinforce skills learned in the classroom. (G8: ForeignLanguage)

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SP 112Spanish II3.5 credits $752.50 Prerequisite: SP 111 or equivalentStudents expand upon the skills established in Spanish I andcontinue to study the cultures where Spanish is spoken.Teacher-instructed multimedia language laboratory sessionsreinforce skills learned in the classroom. (G8: ForeignLanguage)

SPRING11128 85A M 6:30 pm-8:20 pm C408

W 6:30 pm-7:15 pm A3227:20 pm-8:10 pm CD614

9284 85B T 6:30 pm-10:10 pm CC285441 85C S 10:10 am-1:00 pm B860

1:10 pm-2:00 pm CD614

SP 122Spanish Conversation I3 credits $645 Prerequisite: SP 111 or equivalentConducted in a Spanish-speaking country, students learn toconverse in Spanish by emphasizing interaction in real-lifesituations. Functional and practical verbal communications areaddressed, with a focus on the cultures where Spanish isspoken. Course also taught abroad during the summersessions.

WINTERIM2491 85A M T W R 9:00 am-12:45 pm B8192971 85B U M T W R F S 9:00 am-11:59 am TBA

SPRING12050 85A M 6:30 pm-9:20 pm C41013263 85B S 10:10 am-1:00 pm B736

SP 311Spanish for Business3.5 credits $752.50 Prerequisite: SP 142 or SP 214Conducted entirely in Spanish, this course prepares studentsfor successful communication in the Hispanic business worldby building on their existing knowledge of Spanish andemphasizing its practical, real-life use. Students are introducedto technical vocabulary and cultural concepts for expressingbasic economic ideas and conducting business. Teacher-instructed multimedia laboratory sessions reinforce skillslearned in the classroom. (G8: Foreign Language)

SPRING13596 85A M 6:30 pm-8:10 pm C607

8:20 pm-9:10 pm CD6149:15 pm-10:00 pm C408

GRAPHIC DESIGNGD 243Website Design and Production2 credits $310 Co-requisite: CD 251Students design and produce their own websites usingcomputer markup languages. Emphasis is placed on theunderstanding of the fundamentals of web design, includingXHTML, CSS, and animation.


HEALTH EDUCATIONHE 102Stress Management1 credit $155 Identifies how stress affects the mind, body, and spirit. Studentslearn skills to reduce stress and cope with unavoidable stressin their personal and professional lives.


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HE 201Human Sexuality3 credits $465 Examines human sexuality through the life cycle from cultural,physiological, and theoretical perspectives. Students gaininsight into their own beliefs and sexual behavior and learn todevelop an understanding of the similarities and differences insexual attitudes and behavior of others.

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HISTORY OF ART AND CIVILIZATIONHA 111History of Western Art and Civilization: AncientPrehistory Through the Middle Ages3 credits $465 Presents the history of Western art and civilization fromPaleolithic times through the Middle Ages. Illustrated lecturesstress political, economic, and social conditions as reflected inarchitecture, painting, and sculpture. (G5: Western Civilization;G7: Humanities)

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R 5:10 pm-6:25 pm B5044976 35C T 6:30 pm-9:20 pm B734

HA 112History of Western Art and Civilization: Renaissanceto the Modern Era3 credits $465 ($510 for online sections) Presents the history of Western art and civilization from the earlyRenaissance to the modern era. Illustrated lectures explorepainting, sculpture, and architecture in relation to pertinentreligious, political, economic, and social conditions. (G5:Western Civilization; G7: Humanities)

WINTERIM2106 35A M T W R 9:00 am-12:45 pm B7342107 35B M T W R 1:20 pm-5:05 pm B8603089 35C M T W R 6:20 pm-10:00 pm B7342959 OL1 ONLINE COURSE

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R 5:10 pm-6:25 pm B5064983 35D T 6:30 pm-9:20 pm B5084982 35E T 6:30 pm-9:20 pm B5064985 35F W 6:30 pm-9:20 pm B5084984 35G W 6:30 pm-9:20 pm B5064986 35H R 6:30 pm-9:20 pm B5064988 35J F 6:30 pm-9:20 pm B8603607 35K S 9:10 am-12:00 pm B5049275 OL1 ONLINE COURSE12430 OL2 ONLINE COURSE13601 OL3 ONLINE COURSE

HA 121Cities and Civilizations: The Eastern MediterraneanWorld, c. 3000 BCE - 1000 CE3 credits $465 Students examine the art and civilization of the ancient tomedieval eastern Mediterranean (including western Asia) froma non-Western perspective. Illustrated lectures and discussionssurvey the cultures, societies, and arts of the great urban centersof antiquity up to the Crusades. (G7: Humanities; G9: OtherWorld Civilizations)

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HA 214Art In New York3 credits $465 Selected studies in the history of art, utilizing resourcesavailable in New York City. Critical and historical investigationsarise from direct study of art and architecture. (G6: Arts; G7:Humanities)

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HA 221East Asian Art and Civilization3 credits $510 (includes $45 online course fee) Introduces major characteristics of East Asian civilizationsthrough a survey of traditional art and architecture. Illustratedlectures survey artistic traditions in relation to historical,religious, and social aspects of these civilizations. (G7:Humanities; G9: Other World Civilizations)

SPRING13087 OL1 ONLINE COURSE

HA 223African Art and Civilization3 credits $465 Surveys cultures of sub-Saharan Africa. Illustrated lecturespresent art and architecture in relation to history, religion,economic conditions, and social and political structures. (G7:Humanities; G9: Other World Civilizations)

SPRING4993 35A T 6:30 pm-9:20 pm B50413306 35B M 6:30 pm-9:20 pm B734

HA 225Art and Civilization of India3 credits $465 Introduces major characteristics of the Indian civilizationthrough a survey of its traditions of art and architecture.Illustrated lectures survey artistic tradition in relation tohistorical, religious, and social aspects of this civilization. (G7:Humanities; G9: Other World Civilizations)


SPRING13304 35A F 6:30 pm-9:20 pm B506

HA 226Art and Civilization of the Islamic World3 credits $465 ($510 for online section) This course examines the art and civilization of the Islamicworld, from the birth of Islam in the seventh century CE to thepresent. Students are introduced to the spiritual, philosophical,and sociopolitical factors that led to the formation of thismultiethnic style. (G7: Humanities; G9: Other WorldCivilizations)

SPRING9649 35A M 6:30 pm-9:20 pm B86012051 OL1 ONLINE COURSE

HA 231Modern Art3 credits $465 ($510 for online section) Prerequisite: HA 112Presents the history of Western art from the 19th centurythrough the mid-20th century in the context of cultural history.(G7: Humanities)


SPRING8490 35A T 6:30 pm-9:20 pm B8604994 35B W 6:30 pm-9:20 pm B5044995 35C R 6:30 pm-9:20 pm B5049089 OL1 ONLINE COURSE

HA 314History of American Art3 credits $645 ($690 for online section) Prerequisite: HA 112 or equivalent, or approval of chairpersonA history of art in America from the the early colonial period tothe early 20th century. Illustrated lectures present painting,sculpture, and architecture in relation to pertinent religious,political, economic, and social conditions. (G7: Humanities;G10: American History)

SPRING5511 85A R 6:30 pm-9:20 pm B86013152 OL1 ONLINE COURSE

HA 331Contemporary Art and Culture: 1945 to the Present3 credits $690 (includes $45 online course fee) Prerequisite: HA 231 or approval of chairpersonPresents the recent history of Western art and culture. Illustratedlectures present artistic developments in relation to pertinentideas and events in contemporary culture. (G7: Humanities)


HA 343History of Photography3 credits $645 ($690 for online section) A history of photography from its beginnings to the present day.Illustrated lectures present a chronological survey that focuseson photographers, technical advancements, and aestheticconsiderations in the context of pertinent ideas and events. (G7:Humanities)

SPRING6582 85A W 6:30 pm-9:20 pm B86012769 OL1 ONLINE COURSE

HA 344History of Western Costume3 credits $645Prerequisite: HA 112Illustrated lectures present the historical and socialdevelopment of Western costume, from antiquity to the present,in the context of the history of art and design. (G7: Humanities)

SPRING13603 85A T 6:30 pm-9:20 pm B819

HA 398Architecture and Faith: Ancient and Islamic Cities(Honors)3 credits $645 Prerequisite: qualification for Presidential Scholars program,or 3.5 GPA with approval of dean for Liberal ArtsThis course explores the commercial, cultural, and artisticdevelopment of urban cultures in the Mediterranean and NearEast regions in the ancient, medieval, and Islamic periods.Major case studies include Rome, Baghdad, Cairo, Jerusalem,and Constantinople/Istanbul.

SPRING13044 85A T 6:30 pm-9:20 pm B503

HOME PRODUCTSDEVELOPMENTHP 201Introduction to Home Products3 credits $465 Students are familiarized with the wide range of home products,both soft lines (textile) and hard lines (non-textile), thatcomprise the home furnishings industry. Product developmentand merchandising within each category are emphasized. Manysessions take place at retailers and industry showroomsthroughout the city.

SPRING12938 25A T 6:30 pm-9:20 pm A307

HP 231America at Home: Product Styles from 1900 toContemporary3 credits $465 Introduces the elements of design, color, and theory in thedecorative arts that comprise the home products industry.Emphasis is on the contemporary approach to productdevelopment and design. Students explore the influence ofhistorical, cultural, and social perspectives on products for thehome. (G6: Arts)

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HUMAN DEVELOPMENTHD 111Career Planning3 credits $465 Provides students with an opportunity to explore their ownvalues, interests, and capabilities and to acquire an in-depthknowledge of the fashion industry and potential careeropportunities. Helps students gain insights into the relationshipbetween self-knowledge and career decision-making. Studentshave access to a computerized career guidance system for thefashion industries. Guest speakers from the industry addresscareer trends and options.

SPRING11562 25A T 6:30 pm-9:20 pm A643

ILLUSTRATIONIL 111Fashion Illustration I3 credits $465 For Continuing Education students. Students study theprocedures and principles of fashion illustration and translatedrawings from the live model into finished fashion illustrations,rendering clothing and accessories. Use of pen and ink, marker,and brush and wash techniques suitable for black-and-whitereproduction is discussed.

SPRING11801 15A T 6:30 pm-9:20 pm D614

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IL 123General Illustration I1.5 credits $232.50 Explores media, techniques, and art research. Introducesstudents to printing and the application of general illustrationto specific design problems; directs them to tap and discoverpersonal resources for artistic expression. (G6: Arts)

SPRING4515 15A T 6:30 pm-9:20 pm D616

IL 126Watercolor Comps and Illustrations1.5 credits $232.50 Students learn to develop a wide variety of illustration projectsin watercolor, from comps to finishes that are ready forreproduction. Emphasis is on real-world assignments fornewspapers, magazines, packaging, advertising, and children’sbook illustrations.

SPRING11327 15A W 6:30 pm-9:20 pm D615

IL 131Illustration Life Drawing I1.5 credits $242.50 (includes $10 lab fee) For Continuing Education students. Study of anatomy,proportion, and drawing in charcoal, pencil, marker, and pastel,and of the nude figure as the basis for understanding the fashionfigure. (G6: Arts)

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IL 133Anatomical Life Drawing for the Illustrator I2 credits $310 This introductory course in anatomy and life drawing focuseson the skeletal and muscular systems of the body in order tounderstand the human form, its proportions, contours, andcharacteristic periphery of movement.

SPRING12667 15A W 6:30 pm-9:20 pm D614

IL 143Fashion Drawing I2 credits $310 For Continuing Education students. Drawing from the fashionmodel. Emphasizes line drawing in charcoal, conte, and otherblack-and-white media.

SPRING13606 15A W 6:30 pm-10:00 pm D616

IL 181The Essence of Comic Art2 credits $310 For Continuing Education students. Cultivates the uniquegraphic style in magazine cartooning, political cartoons, andcomic book characters, stressing satire, whimsy, fantasy, andhumor. Students develop the ability to succinctly express acomic point of view.

SPRING6452 15A T 6:30 pm-9:20 pm D603

IL 183Comic Book Illustration2 credits $310 For Continuing Education students. This course addresses theprofessional process of creating comic book illustration, fromcharacter design to panel-to-panel continuity and storydevelopment. It focuses on sequential illustration as it appliesto visual storytelling in comics.

SPRING13175 15A M 6:30 pm-9:20 pm D510

IL 376Fantasy and Science Fiction Illustration2 credits $310 Students explore this genre of illustration throughconsideration of art, film, novels, and mythology to develop thecreative skills necessary to produce images that rely on theimagination, and the extrapolation and integration of visualreference.

SPRING11803 65A R 6:30 pm-9:20 pm D514

INTERIOR DESIGNID 115Interior Design Studio I4 credits $620 Co-requisites: ID 133 and ID 157An introduction to the interior design profession, with anemphasis on problem solving for small residential spaces.Elements and principles of design are explored as well ashuman factors, color theory, and the art of lighting. Studentsare introduced to residential space planning, furniture layouts,the development of color schemes, and the selection of finishes,furnishings, and materials.

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ID 121Survey of Interior Design2 credits $310 Analyzes the history of furniture, interiors, and decorative artsfrom ancient times through Gothic periods in France, England,Italy, Spain, and Middle Europe; and the Renaissance throughBaroque periods in Italy, Spain, and Middle Europe.

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ID 133Presentation Techniques I1.5 credits $232.50 Presents techniques of rendering the elements of interior spacesin detail, including finishes, fabrics, window treatments, andaccessories. Students learn quick visualization techniques andare introduced to the use of varied media in the representationof light, texture, color, value, and form.

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ID 135Model Construction1.5 credits $232.50 Students are introduced to architectural modeling materials,techniques, shortcuts, and methods of construction to producea full-color interior model for client presentation. All aspects ofmodel building, from sketch models to laser, are considered.

SPRING12919 15A T 6:30 pm-9:20 pm D513

ID 151Basic Drafting Techniques1.5 credits $232.50 For Continuing Education students. Familiarizes students withthe use of drafting equipment and materials. Providesinstruction in elementary drafting skills and conventions,employing mechanical pencils and pen and ink in therepresentation of plans, elevations, and sections.

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ID 172Design, Color, and Lighting Principles and Theory1.5 credits $232.50 For Continuing Education students. Students focus on theprinciples of design and composition as influenced by the useof color and its application in the built environment, and thefundamentals of lighting design as they apply to the form,texture, and finish of interior space.

SPRING12921 15A T 6:30 pm-8:20 pm D405

ID 253AutoCAD I1.5 credits $232.50 Prerequisites: CG 111 and ID 157Introduces general concepts of Computer-Aided Design andDrafting (CADD), with emphasis on two-dimensional draftingapplications such as floor plans, furniture plans, reflectedceiling plans, and elevations. Students create, store, modify,and plot drawings. Students are taught to generate hard copiesof their work.

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ID 255AutoCAD II1.5 credits $232.50 Presents CAD drafting, dimensioning, and detailing in order tocreate two-dimensional drawings for architecture, interiordesign, and construction. Methods for creating and usingdifferent line types and text styles are demonstrated. Anintroduction to three-dimensional modeling is included.

SPRING13691 15A R 6:30 pm-9:20 pm C229

ID 332Interior Rendering in Colored Pencil1.5 credits $322.50 Prerequisite: ID 133Using colored pencil, students explore advanced renderingtechniques, from quick schematics to finished renderings, asthey relate to the interior design profession.

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ID 431Computer Rendering1.5 credits $322.50 Prerequisites: ID 134 and ID 255Lectures, demonstrations, and lab exercises describe and teachthe general concepts and techniques of creating, viewing, andediting computer renderings of interior spaces. The softwarefor the course is internationally recognized as an acceptablestandard for manipulating graphics. The computer offers thestudent the ability to constantly view and alter work.

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INTERNATIONAL TRADE ANDMARKETINGIN 201Global Sourcing in the Textile Industries3 credits $465 This overview of global sourcing in the textile industriesexamines how textile firms search for raw materials, textilechemicals, equipment, and manufacturing plans in foreignmarkets. Students analyze how various professions, includingprimary producers, commission manufacturers, jobbers,brokers, and trading companies, participate in the internationalproduction and distribution of the final product. Emphasis ison the dynamics of the supply side (resource development andproduction) and the demand side (resource procurement andmanagement).

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IN 312International Trade3 credits $645 ($690 for online section) Introduces international trade as it is practiced today. Studentslearn how various industries have developed differentinternational trade patterns and how the internet is rapidlychanging this field. Focus is placed on international trade asan industry, professional opportunities, project management,intercultural skills, and technical trends in logistics and onlineresearch.

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IN 313International Business Transactions3 credits $690 (includes $45 online course fee) The management of international trade transactions isintroduced, with emphasis on agency, distributorship,franchising agreements, import/export, and licensing. Studentslearn the theory and practice of conducting internationalnegotiations and how to apply the self-regulatory standardsused in international trade. The use of the internet and business-to-business e-commerce websites to transact internationalbusiness is also examined.


IN 322Global Marketing3 credits $690 (includes $45 online course fee) Introduction to the research techniques and implementationstrategies practiced in global marketing by the fashion andrelated industries. Students examine the major trendsrevolutionizing international marketing, the evolution ofinternational companies into global firms, and the expandingrole of e-commerce. The role of intercultural communicationand negotiation styles in global marketing strategies is studiedin detail.


IN 323Import/Export Regulations3 credits $690 (includes $45 online course fee) Prerequisite: IN 312Import and export regulations enforced by the U.S. CustomsService are presented, including ECCN and HTSUSclassification, country of origin, customer screening, exportlicensing, quota/visa, required import/export documentation,and valuation. Students develop an import or exportinternational business plan.


IN 341International Logistics3 credits $690 (includes $45 online course fee) International logistics—the organized movement of goods,services, and people across countries—is explored. Studentssurvey the impact of market, government regulations, andtechnological forces on ground, ocean, and air transportationsystems. International conventions and the role of unions inlogistics are also studied.


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IN 342International Corporate Responsibility3 credits $645 Students study the sustainability movement, and how ethical,social, and environmental issues are being addressed bymultinational corporations. Through the review of current casestudies, the course examines the role of fashion businesses increating socially responsible and eco-friendly global supplychains and their effect in international trade policies.

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IN 433Global Sourcing3 credits $645 ($690 for online section) Prerequisite: IN 323Students examine the import marketing process, importregulations, sources of supply, supplier management anddevelopment, and transportation in order to learn how toparticipate in the global marketplace and negotiate in cross-cultural situations.

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IN 434International Management3 credits $645 ($690 for online section) This course is a guide to the world of international businessand addresses the myriad factors that influence decision makersworking in this environment. How organizational structure,personnel decisions, resource planning and allocation, andother business alternatives are affected by a firm’s globalparticipation is assessed.

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IN 442International Finance3 credits $690 (includes $45 online course fee) Prerequisite: MA 222 or MA 311Students learn to use the basic principles and techniques ofinternational financial management and develop anunderstanding of the financial environment in whichmultinational corporations and small international businessesoperate. Focus is on international capital budgets and capitalstructure, international cash management, international taxregulations, management of currency and exchange-rate risks,and short- and long-term trade finance.


IN 443International Business Strategies and Fashion Law3 credits $645 This management course introduces the strategic businessconsiderations faced by international fashion firms as they setup operations in foreign markets. Students examine the marketentry process of fashion firms and identify key financial, legal,management, and marketing issues.

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IN 492International Trade Practicum3 credits $705 (includes $60 international adm. fee) Prerequisites: IN 312 or approval of chairpersonThis course offers students a field trip to a key country of aregional trade agreement to experience international trade’simpact on consumers, the fashion industries, andgovernments of foreign markets. Participants learn to conductinternational field research, source international contacts, anddevelop safe travel skills. Students’ findings are summarizedin a written case study. An application must be submitted inthe prior semester for a student to be considered for thecourse.

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INTERNSHIP CENTERIC 296AAS Internship B: Career Exploration2 credits $310 A 2-credit internship course for AAS students with a focus onthe internship experience and on helping students identifysuitable career paths. A total of 12 weeks and 78 hours at theworksite, and 12 hours in the classroom.

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IC 298AAS Internship D: Career Exploration4 credits $620 ($680 for online section) A 4-credit internship course for AAS students with a focus onthe internship experience and on helping students identifysuitable career paths. A total of 12 weeks and 168 hours at theworksite, and 12 hours in the classroom.

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IC 496Senior Internship B: Career Planning2 credits $430 ($460 for online section) A 2-credit advanced internship course for baccalaureatestudents with a focus on the internship experience and onhelping students plan their careers and market themselvesprofessionally. A total of 12 weeks and 78 hours at the worksite,and 12 hours in the classroom.

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IC 497Senior Internship C: Career Planning3 credits $645 A 3-credit advanced internship course for baccalaureatestudents with a focus on the internship experience and onhelping students plan their careers and market themselvesprofessionally. A total of 12 weeks and 123 hours at the worksite,and 12 hours in the classroom.

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IC 498Senior Internship D: Career Planning4 credits $860 ($920 for online sections) A 4-credit advanced internship course for baccalaureatestudents with a focus on the internship experience and onhelping students plan their careers and market themselvesprofessionally. A total of 12 weeks and 168 hours at the worksite,and 12 hours in the classroom.

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JEWELRY DESIGNJD 101Introduction to Jewelry Fabrication2 credits $310 Basic processes used in the design and creation of jewelry.Students fabricate their own designs in the studio. (G6: Arts)

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JD 113Beginning Soldering Techniques1.5 credits $232.50 Co-requisites: JD 114, JD 121, JD 131, JD 133, and JD 172or approval of chairpersonIntroduces precision techniques in soldering and shapingjewelry. Emphasis is on exact measurements, and control ofjewelry tools and soldering torches.

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JD 115Metal Forming Techniques: Chasing and Repousse1.5 credits $232.50 Prerequisites: all first-semester Jewelry Design courses orapproval of chairpersonCo-requisites: JD 116, JD 122, JD 134, JD 171, and JD 173or approval of chairpersonIntroduces students to jewelry forming techniques by makingtheir own dapping and chasing tools by means of forging,annealing, and tempering. Using these tools, objects are createdby repousse and other methods.

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JD 121Wax Carving1 credit $155 Co-requisites: JD 113, JD 114, JD 131, JD 133, and JD 172or approval of chairpersonWax carving of designs suitable for jewelry, stressing illusionand perspective, needed for both brooches and rings. Emphasisis on preparing a design and model for production.

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JD 122Jewelry Casting2 credits $320 (includes $10 lab fee) Prerequisite: JD 121Using designs developed in JD 121, students cast, learning thechemistry of alloying metals and the principles in all castingmethods. Experience also is acquired in mold-making, spruing,and investing.

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JD 133Introduction to Jewelry Design1.5 credits $232.50 Co-requisites: JD 113, JD 114, JD 121, JD 131, and JD 172,or approval of chairpersonEmphasis is on developing creative ability. A visual sensitivityis developed through museum trips, nature studies, and fieldtrips. Suitable rendering techniques, painting, and perspectiverequirements are covered.

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JD 134Jewelry Design II1.5 credits $232.50 Prerequisites: all first-semester Jewelry Design coursesCo-requisites: JD 115, JD 116, JD 122, JD 171, and JD 173,or approval of chairpersonAdvanced illustrative techniques in jewelry design. Anelementary knowledge of stones, both precious and semi-precious, is given for incorporating in design. Assignedprojects focus on industry requirements.

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JD 138Introduction to CAD for Jewelry Design2 credits $310 Prerequisites: CG 111 and JD 131 or approval of chairpersonStudents create two- and three-dimensional computer-generated drawings and models specific to jewelry design.Using modeling software and other computer applications,students develop basic jewelry design skills to create a personalstyle.

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JD 213Non-Traditional Construction Techniques in Metal1.5 credits $232.50 Prerequisites: all second-semester Jewelry Design coursesCo-requisites: JD 214, JD 215, JD 216, and JD 251, orapproval of chairpersonAcquaints students with little-known experimental techniquesin metalworking such as the Japanese methods of mokume-gane and shakudo.

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JD 241Introduction to Gemology2 credits $310 Study of the major gem species and their characteristics, withemphasis on their use in commercial production and pricestructure. Students acquire a thorough knowledge of allprecious and semi-precious stones and the ways in which theyare used in jewelry.

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JD 243Gemology II1.5 credits $232.50 Prerequisite: JD 241A gem identification course with students learning the use ofvarious laboratory equipment such as the gemologicalmicroscope, dichroscope, polariscope, specific gravitybalance, refractometer, ultraviolet light, spectroscope, and otherinstruments used in gem identification.

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JD 244Gemology III3 credits $465 Prerequisites: JD 243 and JD 281, or approval of chairpersonAn in-depth study of gem materials and their syntheticcounterparts is provided. Topics include functionality of gemequipment and its application in gem testing, and anunderstanding of the development of a gem material from itsatomic structural nature to a polished gem.

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JD 251Principles of Silversmithing1.5 credits $242.50 (includes $10 lab fee) Basic study of silversmithing, including advanced use ofrepousse, chasing, and forming. Small simple projects in eithersilver, bronze, or copper are created to study these basicprocedures.

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JD 252Silversmithing Project Studio1.5 credits $232.50 Prerequisite: JD 251Creation of a handmade, hand-formed silver piece withemphasis on developing student’s creative ability. Projectshould be a major work of exhibition quality.

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JD 261Changes and Trends in Jewelry Design2 credits $310 Study of the symbolic meaning as well as the economicrationale for jewelry in modern society. Students are made awareof stylistic differences, the reasons for them, and how styles areinfluenced by social and political events.

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JD 281Diamond Grading2 credits $320 (includes $10 lab fee) Teaches techniques of grading diamonds as to color, clarity,and cut, including basic knowledge needed for diamondselection and establishment of base for pricing. Discusseshistory and technical terms pertaining to diamond grading.

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LADIES TAILORINGTL 111Ladies Tailoring I2.5 credits $387.50 Introduces students to the fundamental hand and machineskills. Includes construction processes, assembly procedures,selection of trimmings and notions, fabric cutting, and fabrics.Basic knowledge of sewing is required.

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TL 112Ladies Tailoring II2.5 credits $387.50 Prerequisite: TL 111Develops skills and techniques necessary to produce ladies’tailored slacks and vests. Includes construction processes,assembly procedures, selection of trimmings and notions,fabric cutting, and finishes for ladies’ tailored slacks and vests.

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TL 211Ladies Tailoring III2.5 credits $387.50 Prerequisite: TL 112Employs industrial standards for tailoring ladies’ jackets.Includes construction processes, assembly procedures,selection of trimmings and notions, fabric cutting, andknowledge and working properties of fabrics and finishes forladies’ tailored jackets.

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LIBERAL ARTS DIVISIONAL STUDIESLA 221U.S. History: Civil War to Present3 credits $465 ($510 for online sections) Prerequisite: EN 121An introduction to American history, this course moves from a briefview of American geography, economics, and government to a morefocused examination of the social, political, and economic experiencefrom the Civil War through the Cold War and to the present. Studentsare introduced to basic historical methodology and learn to applythese techniques through critical reading, analytical writing, andverbal presentations. (G10: American History)

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LA 321Survey of American Music3 credits $645 A study of the major styles, trends, and significant composersin American music. Through lecture and demonstration,students explore various types of music, including blues,current trends, folk, jazz, rock, show, and symphonic, focusingon their relation to the American experience. No musicalbackground is necessary. (G6: Arts)


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LA 396Religion and Religious Dissent in American History tothe Civil War (Honors)3 credits $645 Students examine the ways in which religious controversieshave figured, directly and indirectly, in many of the major eventsin the early history of the United States, up to and including theCivil War. (G7: Humanities; G10: American History)

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MARKETING: FASHION ANDRELATED INDUSTRIESMK 351Marketing Research3 credits $645 Surveys the entire marketing research process: problemdefinition, research design, data collection, samplingtechniques, preparation of questionnaires, field surveys andmethods of tabulation, analysis, and interpretations of results.Applies recent developments in marketing information systemsto product planning, advertising research, and consumer andcompetitive analysis. Emphasizes development andimplementation of a market research plan.

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MATHEMATICS†Arithmetic proficiency is a requirement for the AAS degree. Basedon the arithmetic placement test, a student who shows need forimprovement in arithmetic may be required to enroll in either MA001 or MA 002 or in an independent learning math program (MD 008) before registering for classes that have arithmeticproficiency as a prerequisite. Arithmetic proficiency may also bedemonstrated by a qualifying score on the mathematics portion ofthe SAT or ACT; or by transfer credit in college-level algebra,quantitative methods, precalculus, or calculus; or by a passinggrade in an equivalent developmental mathematics courseoffered at another accredited college or university.††Algebra proficiency is a prerequisite for MA 131, MA 213, MA311, and MA 331, which are required for the BS degrees inAdvertising and Marketing Communications, Cosmetics andFragrance Marketing, Direct and Interactive Marketing, FashionMerchandising Management, International Trade and Marketingfor the Fashion Industries, and Production Management:Fashion and Related Industries. Based on the algebra placementtest, a student who shows need for improvement in algebra willbe required to enroll in MA 003 (Algebra Review) beforeregistering for classes that have algebra proficiency as aprerequisite. A student may also choose to register for MA 003without taking the placement test. Algebra proficiency may alsobe satisfied by a qualifying score on the mathematics portion ofthe SAT or ACT; or by transfer credit in college-level algebra,quantitative methods, precalculus, or calculus; or by a passinggrade in an equivalent developmental mathematics courseoffered at another accredited college or university.

MA 001Developmental Mathematics I0 credits $620 (generates 4 billing hours) Prerequisite: arithmetic proficiency†

Concentrates on fundamental arithmetic skills andapplications, using the computer as a learning tool. Topicsinclude operations on real numbers, exponentiation and orderof operations, ratio and proportion, systems of measurement,fractions, decimals, and percents. Fundamentals of algebra andgeometry are introduced.

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MA 002Developmental Mathematics II0 credits $310 (generates 2 billing hours) Prerequisite: arithmetic proficiency†

An accelerated arithmetic course emphasizing applications, andincluding such topics as percents, operations on fractions, ratiosand proportions, and conversion between the metric and Englishmeasurement systems. Fundamentals of algebra and geometryare introduced. The computer is used as a learning tool.

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MA 003Algebra Review0 credits $310 (generates 2 billing hours) Prerequisite: algebra proficiency††

Prerequisite for MA 131, MA 213, MA 311, and MA 331, andfor those students who need improvement in algebra. Reviewsbasic algebra topics such as signed numbers, solving linearand simultaneous equations, factoring, exponents, andgraphing linear equations, with emphasis on verbal problems.

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MA 005Developmental Math for Fashion MerchandisingManagement0 credits $620 (generates 4 billing hours) Prerequisite: MA 001 and/or appropriate score on FashionMerchandising Management math placement testA developmental math course specifically designed for FMMstudents. In addition to the fundamentals of arithmetic,emphasis is placed on the skills needed for the quantitativestudy of merchandising in the FMM curriculum.

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MA 009Developmental Mathematics for Fashion Design0 credits $155 (generates 1 billing hour) Prerequisite: arithmetic proficiency†

A developmental math course specifically designed for FashionDesign AAS students. The fundamentals of arithmetic andgeometry are taught in the context of the design, production,and costing skills covered in the Fashion Design curriculum.

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MA 131Precalculus3 credits $465 Prerequisite: algebra proficiency††

This traditional precalculus course introduces students to mathconcepts for a wide variety of applications. Topics includepolynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions;sequences and series; analytic geometry; and trigonometry.(G2: Mathematics)

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MA 161Mathematical Ideas3 credits $465 ($510 for online sections) Prerequisite: arithmetic proficiency†

Provides an overview of the historic, heuristic, and visualdimensions of mathematics. Includes the golden ratio, fractalgeometry, sets and groups, logic and circuits, Euler diagrams,number theory, and discrete math. (G2: Mathematics)

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MA 213Quantitative Methods3 credits $465 Prerequisite: algebra proficiency††

Explores the mathematical model-building process in thesettings provided by linear programming and probability.Includes simplex methods for solving linear programs; duality;matrix algebra; probability models based on equally likelyoutcomes, independent events, and conditional probability;applications, particularly to business and economics; andelementary math of finance. (G2: Mathematics)

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MA 222Statistical Analysis3.5 credits $542.50 ($595 for online section) Prerequisite: arithmetic proficiency†

Studies the principles and methods of statistical analysisincluding probability distributions, sampling distributions,error of estimate, significance tests, correlation and regression,chi-square, and ANOVA. Introduces the use of the computer tostore, manipulate, and analyze data. (G2: Mathematics)

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MA 242Geometry and the Art of Design3 credits $465 Prerequisite: arithmetic proficiency†

A contemporary primer of geometric topics that expand theconcepts of shape and space, this course presents some of theestablished and emerging ways geometry can provide tools andinsights for artists and designers. Included are a variety of visualphenomena such as fractals, knots, mazes, symmetry, and thegolden ratio. (G2: Mathematics)

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MA 311Mathematical Modeling for Business Applications3 credits $645 ($690 for online section) Prerequisite: algebra proficiency††

To instill the value of mathematics as a tool for modeling real-life situations, this course focuses on an analytical approach tobusiness decision-making. Topics covered include finance,cash flow, probability, linear programming, and the businessapplications of basic equations. Microsoft Excel is used. (G2:Mathematics)

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MA 321Data Analysis for Business Applications3 credits $645 ($690 for online section) Prerequisite: MA 222 and algebra proficiency††

This course covers intermediate statistics topics withapplications to business. Students graph, manipulate, andinterpret data using statistical methods and Excel. Topicsinclude data transformations, single and multiple regression,time series, analysis of variance, and chi-square tests.Applications are from the areas of retail, finance, management,and marketing. (G2: Mathematics)

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MENSWEARMW 142Menswear Sewing2 credits $310 This course introduces students to the many processesinvolved in creating a first sample. Professional standards ofconstruction are emphasized throughout the semester asstudents cut, layout, and construct a classic menswear shirt.

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MW 143Tailoring I2 credits $310 Prerequisite: MW 142 , or approval of the chairpersonStudents learn how to lay out, cut, and sew all of the detailsassociated with the classically tailored trouser. Specialemphasis is given to the fly, tailored pockets, and the creationof a handmade waistband curtain. Students also learn to fit theclassic trouser on various figure types.

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MILLINERYML 113Blocking Techniques for Hats2.5 credits $387.50 Students acquire basic stitching, patternmaking, and blockingskills while completing a beret, baseball cap, draped felt hat,and a one-piece blocked felt hat.

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ML 115Fabric Hat Construction2.5 credits $387.50 Prerequisite: ML 113Students learn to develop patterns and construct soft fabric hatsand caps. Grain lines, fabric qualities, and support materialsare covered, as is the impact of the materials on the hat’s shapeand body.

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PACKAGING DESIGNPK 211Introduction to Packaging Design1.5 credits $232.50 Prerequisite: (for Communication Design students) CD 171An introduction to the field of packaging design, coveringbranding, graphics, materials, technology, and typography.This studio course focuses on design phases from concept tothree-dimensional comprehensives, and includes field tripsand guest lecturers.

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PATTERNMAKINGPM 121Patternmaking I: Misses’ and Women’s Wear3 credits $490 (includes $25 patternmaking fee) Fundamentals of flat patternmaking—covering a variety ofslopers, collars, sleeves, and bodice stylings—are studied.Patterns are proven in muslin. Original slopers are made onmeasurements taken on the figure.

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PM 122Patternmaking II: Misses’ and Women’s Wear3 credits $490 (includes $25 patternmaking fee) Prerequisite: PM 121Further study of fundamentals of flat patternmaking. Utilizingthe basic slopers developer in the “intro” class, the studentswill develop additional patterns for style variations. A variety ofpleats and their development will be discussed. The studentswill create a full pleated skirt with yoke or midriff. They willreview the use and importance of seam allowances, grain lines,and notches on the pattern. Through the use of muslins andsamples, they will correct the pattern according to fit, balance,and specification measurements. The students will create finalpatterns acceptable for mass production and final fabric sample.

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PM 171Pattern Grading: Misses’ and Women’s Wear3 credits $490 (includes $25 patternmaking fee) Prerequisite: PM 121; (Fashion Design students maysubstitute AP 111 or AP 121)Students apply commercial standards in producing size rangesfor misses’ and women’s wear.

SPRING7124 25A M 6:30 pm-10:00 pm C412PM 233Patternmaking: Misses’ Sportswear3 credits $490 (includes $25 patternmaking fee) Prerequisites: PM 122Patternmaking for sportswear, including a variety of skirts,jackets, blouses, slacks, jumpers, and culottes, is taught.

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PM 236Patternmaking: Coats and Suits3 credits $490 (includes $25 patternmaking fee) Prerequisites: PM 122Students learn patternmaking for all types of coats and suits.

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PM 255Fit Analysis and Technical Documentation2.5 credits $412.50 (includes $25 patternmaking fee) Prerequisite: PM 233Students assume the roles of manufacturer and retailer to betterunderstand the process of creating a finished fitted garment. Theylearn the techniques employed by technical staff in order to correctthe fit of a garment so it can be mass-produced successfully.Emphasis is on analyzing fit and technical documentation.Computerized specification packages are introduced.

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PHILOSOPHYPL 143Introduction to Asian Philosophies3 credits $465 Introduces the major philosophies of the Asian world thatunderlie and shape Eastern cultures. Hinduism, Buddhism,Confucianism, and Taoism are emphasized. (G7: Humanities;G9: Other World Civilizations)

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PL 431Philosophy: Ethics3 credits $645 An introduction to philosophy in general and to ethics inparticular. Philosophy is presented as an ongoing activity withemphasis on providing students with logical and conceptualtools for dealing with real-life situations. The course is orientedtoward the development of the student’s ability to use reason toevaluate arguments, particularly ethical arguments. (G7:Humanities)

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PHOTOGRAPHYPH 116Photography Basics2 credits $310 Students develop an understanding of traditional film anddigital cameras by learning basic studio and lighting setup,model direction, and related film exposure techniques. Workingin color and black and white, students are encouraged toproduce images that creatively explore personal themes andissues. (G6: Arts)

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PH 117Principles of Photography Including DarkroomInstruction2 credits $310 Introduces students to the techniques of black-and-whitephotography, including basic studio setup, lighting techniques,model direction, and related film exposure as applied to the35mm camera. Instruction on enlarging techniques and filmprocessing through the use of the darkroom are also covered.(G6: Arts)

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PH 118Beginning Digital Photography2 credits $310 An introductory course that familiarizes students with the basicsof photography from visual, aesthetic, and technical viewpoints.The course explores the differences between conventional,silver-based (analog), and digital photographic tools. Studentslearn camera technique, the transfer of the image from thecamera to the computer, basic scanning, and digital printing.Students are required to possess their own digital (DSLR)cameras.

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PH 162Photographic Styling2 credits $310 Introduces the elements of photographic styling, stressing bothcreative sensitivity and technical skills, through lectures anddemonstrations. Assignments include fashion, beauty,illustration, tabletop, and food styling. (G6: Arts)

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PH 201Digital Photography for Accessories and Jewelry2 credits $310 Prerequisite: PH 118 or approval of chairpersonStudents learn to light and capture digital images of accessoryand jewelry items. They explore lighting techniques for varioussurfaces and learn to enhance item color, contour, and contrast.A DSLR camera is required and a basic knowledge of an image-editing program such as Adobe Photoshop is stronglysuggested.

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PH 262Professional Procedures for the CommercialPhotographer2 credits $340 (includes $30 online course fee) An in-depth understanding of owning and operating a smallprofessional photography business is provided. Students learnand practice organizational and career goal planningtechniques, assignment pricing structures, the use of standardcontracts, maintaining accurate records, and the creation ofstandard business forms. Emphasis is on understandingcopyright law and tax structure, and learning criteria forretaining legal and financial services.


PH 272Photoshop I for Photographers2 credits $310 Prerequisite: CG 111Students engage in a comprehensive study of Adobe Photoshoptools using the Macintosh platform. Methods and managementtechniques for scanning, creation of selections, layers, colorcorrection, and basic image manipulation are studied.

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PH 331Lighting for Still and Moving Images2 credits $430 Prerequisite: PH 116, or equivalent, and CG 211 or PH 272An in-depth study of the aesthetics, history, and expressivepower of lighting, both natural and artificial, as it is used in stillphotography and the moving image. Camera experience isrequired.

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PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND DANCE PE 111Modern Dance1 credit $155 Introduces the fundamentals of modern dance through thedevelopment of dance technique and comprehension of rhythm.Elements of dance composition are introduced and providestudents with an opportunity to create individual work. (G6:Arts)

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PE 113Jazz Dance1 credit $155 Introduces the fundamentals of jazz dance through thedevelopment of dance technique, comprehension of rhythm,and the ability to perform isolated movement. Elements of dancecomposition are introduced and provide students with anopportunity to create individual work. (G6: Arts)

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PE 116Afro-Caribbean Dance1 credit $155 Students experience, learn, and perform the traditional dancesand rhythms, rooted in African and European dance, of theCaribbean region. (G6: Arts)

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PE 118Flamenco Dance1 credit $155 Students execute traditional flamenco dances from theAndalusia region of southern Spain. Students learn how variouscultures contributed to flamenco, as well as the flamencorhythms, the meaning of the songs, and the relationship of thesinging and guitar to the dance. (G6: Arts)

SPRING13095 35A S 9:10 am-11:00 am BBX28

PE 122Beginning Golf1 credit $155 An introduction to the basics of the game of golf. Learn chipping,driving, putting, and the etiquette, history, and rules of the game.Students are given the opportunity to visit a private golf course.

SPRING12682 35A F 6:30 pm-8:20 pm BBX02

PE 131Tennis I1 credit $155 Teaches the fundamental skills of tennis and knowledge of thegame.

WINTERIM2118 35A M T W R 10:00 am-12:30 pm BBX02

SPRING5003 35A M 6:30 pm-8:20 pm BBX025005 35B W 6:30 pm-8:20 pm BBX025006 35C S 9:10 am-11:00 am BBX02

PE 141Fitness Training1 credit $155 Students focus on the progressive development of the fourcomponents of physical fitness: muscular strength, muscularendurance (through weight-room training and calisthenics),cardiovascular endurance, and fitness.

WINTERIM2432 35A M T W R 1:20 pm-3:50 pm AAX39

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PE 143Yoga I1 credit $155 The elements of yoga are taught, including breathingtechniques, postures, nutrition, meditation, and relaxation.

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SPRING7705 35A M 6:30 pm-8:20 pm BBX289402 35B W 6:30 pm-8:20 pm BBX285010 35C R 6:30 pm-8:20 pm BBX289139 35D S 9:10 am-11:00 am AAX397032 35E S 11:10 am-1:00 pm BBX28

PE 144Aerobics1 credit $155 Students work to achieve a strong cardiovascular systemthrough step-bench or aerobic routines. Toning exercises areincluded.

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PE 145Tai Chi I1 credit $155 Students learn the Yang form of this ancient, holistic Chineseexercise to develop good balance and coordination and to relaxphysically and mentally.

WINTERIM3153 35A M T W R 10:00 am-12:30 pm AAX39

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PE 146Kung Fu1 credit $155 Translated as discipline and inner development, Kung Fufocuses on learning a system of movements based upon theobservations of nature by ancient Chinese priests and monks.The forms, basic stances, kicks, and punches of Shao-Lin KungFu are taught to achieve better health, harmony, andcoordination.

SPRING13605 35A M 6:30 pm-8:20 pm AAX39

PE 147Gentle Yoga1 credit $155 Gentle yoga introduces all the benefits of yoga with less demandon the body. This course can be enjoyed by all students,particularly those with limited physical health or range ofmotion. Benefits include enhanced flexibility, increasedstrength, improved balance, and reduction of stress.

SPRING13097 35A U 7:10 pm-9:00 pm BBX28

PRODUCT MANAGEMENT:FASHION AND RELATEDINDUSTRIESMG 114Principles of Product Construction3 credits $465 Prerequisite: TS 015/115, TS 111, or TS 131Emphasizes the relationship between the quality andconstruction of a sewn product and focuses on the geometricprinciples of draping, drafting, and grading of industrialpatterns. Students develop and interpret original patterns usingboth manual and computerized methods and apply the data towritten specifications.

SPRING11659 25A T 6:30 pm-10:00 pm C401

MG 132Marketing for Manufacturers3 credits $510 (includes $45 online course fee) Students are introduced to the basic concept of marketing andthe components of the marketing mix in order to understandhow fashion products are developed and successfullydistributed. Computer-assisted marketing, includingbarcoding, e-commerce, and the role of the internet, isinvestigated as a strategic tool for globalization.


MG 153Excel for Business2 credits $310 ($340 for online sections) Prerequisite: Word and PowerPoint proficiency testThis course provides a comprehensive presentation ofMicrosoft Excel 2000. Topics include charting, data tables,financial functions, formatting, formulas, functions, what-ifanalysis, working with large worksheets, and other business-related topics.

WINTERIM3047 25A M T W R 9:00 am-12:45 pm C415B3011 OL1 ONLINE COURSE

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MG 242Principles of Accounting3 credits $465 ($510 for online section) An intensive introduction to accounting theory and practice,employing manual and data-processing techniques. Includesproblems in double-entry principles, trial balances,adjustments, valuation reserves, closing of books, andpreparation of financial statements. Also introduces accountingfor manufacturing costs, apportionment of overhead, job ordercosts, process costs, and standard costs.

SPRING12651 25A W 6:30 pm-9:20 pm C40611231 OL1 ONLINE COURSE

MG 252Product Data Management3 credits $465 Prerequisite: MG 153 and MG 253This course offers a hands-on approach to learning how togenerate, transmit, and manage product data in a globalbusiness environment. Students construct product documentpackages for use in engineering, finance, logistics,manufacturing, and quality control.

SPRING12940 25A M 6:30 pm-10:00 pm C415C

MG 253Object-Oriented Database Management2 credits $310 Prerequisite: AC 161, MG 153, or TT 173 , or equivalentConcepts of database management, including the developmentof object-oriented databases with Adobe Illustrator andPhotoshop, are taught in this course. Integrating MicrosoftAccess with other programs within a microcomputerenvironment enables students to create data sets and reports,develop forms, and link databases.

SPRING13522 25A M 6:30 pm-9:20 pm CC20A

MG 306Information Systems: Case Analysis2 credits $430 ($460 for online sections) Prerequisite: AC 161, MG 153, or TT 173, or equivalentPrinciples of management information systems (MIS) areaddressed. Students use database and spreadsheet tools(Access and Excel) to problem-solve business situations andpresent their solutions in PowerPoint. Topics include thebusiness functions of human resources, marketing and sales,finance and accounting, manufacturing, and technologysupport.

WINTERIM3060 75A M T W R 9:00 am-12:45 pm C415C3061 OL1 ONLINE COURSE

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MG 311Manufacturing I: Equipment Analysis3 credits $645 Students develop a familiarity with the various kinds ofassembly equipment used to construct sewn products.Stitchology, specifications development, and sourcing are alsocovered.

SPRING11411 75A T 6:30 pm-10:00 pm C407

MG 411Manufacturing Facilities Management3 credits $645 Prerequisites: MG 312 and MG 313Students examine the criteria for designing and arranging theelements of a manufacturing facility with emphasis onmodifying existing space, handling complementary products,and understanding workflow and the effect on quality and cost.They design and develop a detailed manufacturing facilitylayout.

SPRING10833 75A R 6:30 pm-10:00 pm C406

MG 432Strategy, Policy, and Decision Making3 credits $645 Prerequisites: MG 411 and MG 442This capstone course presents students with the opportunity tosynthesize knowledge gained in previous semesters andprepare a complete business plan for a manufacturing company.They develop human resource policies, organization charts,and manufacturing, financial, marketing, and merchandisingplans.

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MG 442Product Costing3 credits $645 Prerequisites: MG 312, MG 313, and MG 242Cost-accounting and industrial engineering concepts areapplied to estimating, accumulating, and assigning costs toproducts that are mass produced by apparel and apparel-relatedcompanies. Students learn cost estimating techniques,practical methods to capture actual costs, and how to dovariance analysis of actual and cost-estimated standards.

SPRING10834 75A T 6:30 pm-9:10 pm C408

SCIENCESC 032Color Science Laboratory1 credit $215 Prerequisite: arithmetic proficiency†

Co-requisite: SC 332This lab offers students a hands-on opportunity to learn aboutthe various topics covered in SC 332. State-of-the-art equipmentis used to perform spectrophotometric and colorimetric analysisof samples prepared using paints, dyes, filters, colored lights,and colored papers to explore the relationship between colorand light, the principles of additive and subtractive color mixing,and instrumentation-based color matching.

SPRING6588 85A W 6:30 pm-8:20 pm C816

SC 111Introduction to the Physical Sciences3 credits $465 ($510 for online section) Prerequisite: arithmetic proficiency†

Not open to students who have taken SC 112. Presents basicprinciples of chemistry, physics, and earth and space scienceswith emphasis on understanding the physical world. Includestheoretical concepts as well as applications. Illustrated bysuitable lecture demonstrations. (G3: Natural Sciences)


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SC 112Earth Science3.5 credits $595 (includes $52.50 online course fee)Prerequisite: arithmetic proficiency†

Not open to students who have taken SC 111. The historicaldevelopment, current research, and fundamental principlesassociated with meteorology, geology, and astronomy are studied.Trips to research and field sites are included. (G3: Natural Sciences)


SC 121Introduction to Biological Science3 credits $465 ($510 for online section) Prerequisite: arithmetic proficiency†

Not open to students who have taken SC 122. Examines thefundamentals of biology with emphasis on molecular, cell, andorganismal biology. Biotic diversity, evolution, and genetics arealso presented. (G3: Natural Sciences)

WINTERIM2132 35A M T W R 9:00 am-12:45 pm C8122133 35B M T W R 1:20 pm-5:05 pm C812

SPRING5028 35A M 6:30 pm-9:20 pm C8125029 35B T 6:30 pm-9:20 pm C81210594 OL1 ONLINE COURSE

SC 332Color and Light3 credits $645 Prerequisite: arithmetic proficiency†

Co-requisite: SC 032The basic principles of color science, including colormeasurement and color reproduction, are examined. Emphasisis on the physical basis of color: the relation between color andlight, the interaction of light and matter, and the physics of light.Among the topics covered are color vision, color in art andnature, color imaging, light sources, CIE, colorimetric analysis,color matching, and quality control. (G3: Natural Sciences)

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SOCIAL SCIENCESSS 131General Psychology3 credits $465 ($510 for online sections) Principles of psychology and their application to generalbehavior are presented. Stresses the scientific method inunderstanding learning, perception, motivation, emotion,personality development, and the social influences on humanbehavior. (G4: Social Sciences)

WINTERIM2137 35A M T W R 9:00 am-12:45 pm B8602551 35B M T W R 1:20 pm-5:05 pm B7363092 35C M T W R 6:20 pm-10:00 pm B7363122 OL1 ONLINE COURSE3123 OL2 ONLINE COURSE

SPRING5036 35A M 6:30 pm-9:20 pm D2075037 35B T 6:30 pm-9:20 pm A6426901 35C W 6:30 pm-9:20 pm A6425039 35D R 6:30 pm-9:20 pm B915A10723 35E F 6:30 pm-9:20 pm B50312988 OL1 ONLINE COURSE12989 OL2 ONLINE COURSE13589 OL3 ONLINE COURSE

SS 141Macroeconomics3 credits $465 ($510 for online sections) Introduction to basic principles and characteristics of economicsystems. Primary emphasis is on macroeconomic issues,including national income determination, monetary and fiscalpolicy, and current economic problems. (G4: Social Sciences)


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SS 151Introduction to World Affairs3 credits $465 ($510 for online sections) Examines the contemporary world including changes inEurope, Russia, and the Third World. Explores timelyinternational issues such as nuclear arms, the breakdown ofthe Soviet Union, and the Israeli-Arab dispute. (G4: SocialSciences; G9: Other World Civilizations)

WINTERIM3127 35A M T W R 9:00 am-12:45 pm A6433128 35B M T W R 1:20 pm-5:05 pm B9283131 35C M T W R 1:20 pm-5:05 pm B8193095 OL1 ONLINE COURSE3096 OL2 ONLINE COURSE3132 OL3 ONLINE COURSE

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SS 171Introductory Sociology3 credits $465 ($510 for online sections) Study of patterned social behavior and the interrelationshipsbetween individual life experience and the social structure thathelps to shape it. (G4: Social Sciences)

WINTERIM2142 35A M T W R 9:00 am-12:45 pm B7362856 35B M T W R 1:20 pm-5:05 pm B915A

SPRING5052 35A M 6:30 pm-9:20 pm A321B6589 35B T 6:30 pm-9:20 pm B9285054 35C W 6:30 pm-9:20 pm A321A11283 35D R 6:30 pm-9:20 pm B30412637 OL1 ONLINE COURSE12990 OL2 ONLINE COURSE

SS 231Personality3 credits $465 ($510 for online section) Prerequisite: SS 131Emphasizes normal personality development as viewed from avariety of perspectives, including social, educational,biological, and psychodynamic factors. Students apply thesepsychological principles to problems of everyday living andgain an understanding of both normal and deviant reactions tolife events. (G4: Social Sciences)

SPRING5060 35A T 6:30 pm-9:20 pm B30713403 OL1 ONLINE COURSE

SS 237Industrial Psychology3 credits $465 Prerequisite: SS 131 or approval of chairpersonApplies psychological principles to issues in the workplace.Personnel selection, training, leadership, motivation, jobsatisfaction, performance appraisal, and stress are explored toprovide future leaders, managers, and technical specialists withinformation and skills to enhance their interpersonal andorganizational effectiveness. (G4: Social Sciences)


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SS 242Microeconomics3 credits $465 Prerequisite: SS 141Examines the principles underlying the behavior of businessfirms, resource owners, and consumers within a system of price-making markets. Emphasis is on pricing, resource allocation,cost analysis, price determination under market structuresranging from competition to monopoly, and a functionalapproach to the distribution of income. (G4: Social Sciences)

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SS 272Sex Roles, Marriage, and Family in Transition3 credits $465 Sociological study of sex roles and relationships in modernsociety. Analysis of traditional marriage and family systems,new alternatives, and future trends. (G4: Social Sciences)


SPRING5062 35A T 6:30 pm-9:20 pm B304

SS 278Latinos in the United States: A SociologicalPerspective3 credits $465 This course provides an understanding of the socioeconomic,political, and cultural impact of Latinos in the United States.Students explore sociological issues including race, ethnicity,urbanization, gender, immigration, and social mobility that havehelped shape Latino culture and values. Comparisons withother ethnic/racial groups in the United States, as well as thedifferences within the Latin community itself, are addressed.

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SS 334The Psychology of Color3 credits $645 Prerequisite: SS 131 or approval of chairpersonExamines the importance of color and its influences onbehavior. Topics include the biological and perceptualcharacteristics of color, fundamental color research, societaland cultural influences on the meanings and uses of color,adaptations of color in both natural and manmadeenvironments, and the interaction between personality andcolor. Special attention is given to the application of color inboth industry and everyday life. (G4: Social Sciences)

SPRING7120 85A R 6:30 pm-9:20 pm B819

SS 343Labor Economics3 credits $645 Prerequisites: SS 141 and SS 342Examines labor economics and labor institutions’ role in the U.S.economy. Major subjects include the changing labor force and itscomposition, labor markets, labor unionism, collective bargaining,labor legislation, and government regulation. (G4: Social Sciences)

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SS 353Latin America Today3 credits $645 Introduction to modern Latin American states and societies withsurveys of their economies, politics, and cultures. Also exploresinter-American and international relations. (G4: SocialSciences; G9: Other World Civilizations)

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SS 354Comparative Political Systems3 credits $645 Study of political systems with a global perspective; comparesand contrasts contemporary political ideologies, institutions,and processes from democracies to authoritarian regimes,advanced industrialized economies to developing countries.(G4: Social Sciences; G9: Other World Civilizations)

SPRING9766 85A M 6:30 pm-9:20 pm B307

SS 374Cross-Cultural Studies3 credits $645 ($690 for online sections) Prerequisites: two introductory Social Sciences courses (SS131, SS 141, SS 151, SS 171) or approval of chairpersonThis course provides conceptual and practical knowledge ofthe societies and cultures, economies, histories, andinstitutions of non-Western societies. Special attention is paidto the distinctive features of Japan and India. Students areintroduced to the range and significance of cultural differencesand will be prepared to adapt to these cultural differences asthey move into international arenas. (G4: Social Science; G9:Other World Civilizations)

WINTERIM3129 85A M T W R 9:00 am-12:45 pm B915A3040 OL1 ONLINE COURSE3105 OL2 ONLINE COURSE

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SS 392Psychopathology and Modern Life (Honors)3 credits $645 Prerequisite: qualification for Presidential Scholars program,or 3.5 GPA with approval of dean for Liberal ArtsStudents learn the symptoms, causes, and treatment ofpsychological disorders and the contemporary issues facingmental health researchers and practitioners. Psychopathologyis presented as both a scientific and a clinical endeavor thatgives students the clearest understanding of the field.Information from the text and lectures is based on currentresearch, findings, and different theoretical approaches. (G4:Social Sciences)

SPRING11422 85A T 6:30 pm-9:20 pm A342

SS 394Global Financial Markets3 credits $645 Prerequisite: qualification for Presidential Scholars program,or 3.5 GPA with approval of dean for Liberal ArtsThis course discusses the general principles and main conceptsof international finance. Topics such as the world financialsystem and institutions, global financial instruments, andinterruptions in the international financial markets (i.e. thefinancial crisis of 2008, the East Asian Financial Crisis) areaddressed.

SPRING13546 85A R 6:30 pm-9:20 pm B508

SS 443International Economics3 credits $645 Prerequisites: SS 141 and SS 342Reviews the origins of modern international economic theoryand discusses present patterns of trade and finance, includingthe balance of payments and its economic effects, exchangerates, international commodity agreements, and tariff policies.Includes an analysis of the relationship between internationaleconomics and current U.S. economic problems. (G4: SocialSciences)

SPRING5070 85A M 6:30 pm-9:20 pm D2115071 85B W 6:30 pm-9:20 pm A31210229 85C R 6:30 pm-9:20 pm B307

SURFACE DESIGNSD 101Experimental Screen Printing3 credits $475 (includes $10 lab fee) Students experiment in designing with screens and printing onfabric while working in an actual workshop surrounding.Includes screen making, color mixing, and printing techniques.


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SD 102Decorative Papers and Greeting Cards3 credits $465 Students design and paint greeting cards and decorative wrappingpaper using various media. Card formats include die-cut, pop-up, and French-fold with emphasis on trends and holidays.

SPRING4618 15A R 6:30 pm-10:00 pm C504

SD 112Textile Color Fundamentals2 credits $310 Introduction to traditional color theories and systems throughcomparisons and analysis. Color experimentation for use intextile fashion and home furnishing fabrics is developed inopaque watercolor (gouache).

SPRING4597 15A W 6:30 pm-9:20 pm C502

SD 122Painted Fabrics3 credits $465Students create original painted designs for printed fashionfabrics marketable for women's, men's, and children's wear.Professional methods of designing patterns, repeats, and colorcombinations are explored using transparent watercolor (dyes)and mixed media.

SPRING13668 15A T R 6:30 pm-9:20 pm C507

SD 141Nature Studies1.5 credits $232.50 Study of design in nature as a source of inspiration for textiledesign. Students analyze growth and structure of plants and otherforms of nature using live flowers and marine life as models fordrawing and painting in representational techniques. (G6: Arts)

SPRING7989 15A R 6:30 pm-9:20 pm C502

SD 183Screen Printing: T-Shirts and Related Products2 credits $310 Using modern screen print technology, students create originalengineered designs for T-shirts and related products. Colormixing principles and screen printing techniques are taught.


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SD 224Computer-Aided Print Design1.5 credits $232.50 Using Adobe Photoshop, students scan images and createoriginal designs, repeats, colorways, and coordinates targetingspecific markets. Emphasis is on creative use of the software,awareness of industry trends, and the development of anoriginal portfolio of digitally produced designs.

SPRING11435 15A T 6:30 pm-9:20 pm C4097663 15B F 6:30 pm-9:20 pm C227

SD 227Painting on Fabric2 credits $310 Students paint directly on silk, cotton, and synthetic fabrics,using appropriate pigments or dyes for setting colorspermanently. Explores use of hand-painted fabrics for homefurnishings, fashion, and studio applications.

SPRING6486 15A T 6:30 pm-9:20 pm C50610623 15B R 6:30 pm-9:20 pm C506

SD 271Textile/Surface Design Using Adobe Illustrator(formerly SD 371)2 credits $310 Prerequisite: SD 224Students learn to use Adobe Illustrator for application to textileand surface design and gain proficiency in working betweenAdobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop. Target markets and thecreative use of software for portfolio development isemphasized.

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SD 303Screen Printing with Typographic Imagery1.5 credits $322.50 Prerequisites: CD 322 and GD 312For Graphic Design students. The process and possibilities ofscreen printing as a medium of expression and reproductionare explored. Students focus on computer-generatedtypographic imagery and the effects of manipulation throughthis process.

SPRING12696 65A S 1:10 pm-4:00 pm C515**

SD 471Advanced CAD with Adobe Photoshop and FashionStudio1.5 credits $322.50 Prerequisite: SD 224Students develop advanced skills in Adobe Photoshop appliedto surface design. Fashion Studio software is incorporated intothe course, with the objective of designing product for a globalmarketplace using current trend information.

SPRING12263 65A W 6:30 pm-9:20 pm C415A

TEXTILE DESIGNTD 111Computer-Aided Design Principles for Textile Design1.5 credits $232.50An introduction to the fundamentals of computer-aided textiledesign. Students use current, off-the-shelf graphics softwareto produce original designs, croquis and repeat layouts,coordinates, and color combinations while exploring colorpalettes, scale, and proportion. Web resources, scanning, filemanagement, and printing options are explained, andpresentation skills are emphasized.

SPRING13667 15A T 6:30 pm-9:20 pm C305

TD 131Woven Design1.5 credits $242.50 (includes $10 lab fee) Introduction to creating woven fabrics on a table hand loom.Students learn basic weaving techniques, drafting of weaves onpaper, and the interrelation of yarns, color, and weave structurein a fabric design.

SPRING4620 15A T 6:30 pm-9:20 pm C510

TD 312Computer Graphic Text Design I2 credits $430 Introduction to creating artwork on the computer, including scanningand cleaning images, original patterns, colorways, repeats, andwoven fabrics. Designs are applied to fashion silhouettes formerchandising collections targeting specific markets. Portfolio-quality presentations are produced using digital printouts.

SPRING5506 65A M 6:30 pm-9:20 pm C227

TEXTILE SCIENCETS 111Fundamentals of Textiles3 credits $465 ($510 for online sections) General study of textile materials with an emphasis on thefactors that produce successful fabrics in the marketplace,including fibers, yarns, construction, color, and finish.Characteristics of a wide range of market fabrics are examined.

WINTERIM3101 25A M T W R 9:00 am-2:00 pm C3082998 OL1 ONLINE COURSE

SPRING4868 25A M 6:30 pm-10:00 pm C3144870 25B T 6:30 pm-10:00 pm C3146623 25C W 6:30 pm-10:00 pm C3126625 25D R 6:30 pm-10:00 pm C3146632 25E S 9:10 am-1:00 pm C3148459 OL1 ONLINE COURSE

TS 116Knit Design Principles and Technology2 credits $310 In this introductory course, students learn to identify, analyze,design, and document weft-knitted fabrics. The class coversthe relationships between knit fabric structures and thetechnology used to create them. Students create originaldesigns on industrial machinery and on computer patterningworkstations.

SPRING12944 25A M 6:30 pm-9:20 pm C308

TS 132Introduction to Textiles for Fashion Designers3 credits $465 For Fashion Design students. An introduction to the conceptsof sourcing textile materials and related products, both from thedomestic and international perspectives. Emphasis is placedon identifying and evaluating the characteristics of textilematerials, such as sewing yarns, fabrics, and interliningsdesigned for women’s apparel. Comprehension of textile tradeterminology is also stressed.

SPRING12256 25A M 6:30 pm-9:20 pm C31612257 25B T 6:30 pm-9:20 pm C31612258 25C T 6:30 pm-9:20 pm C31812259 25D W 6:30 pm-9:20 pm C31812260 25E R 6:30 pm-9:20 pm C31612665 25F R 6:30 pm-9:20 pm C318*

TS 171Hi-Tech Textiles for Apparel and Accessories3 credits $465 Prerequisite: TS 111, TS 131, TS 132, or equivalent, orapproval of chairpersonThis course takes an analytical approach to advanced textiledesign applications, focusing on specialized outerwear andhigh-performance apparel and accessories.

SPRING13393 25A R 6:30 pm-10:00 pm C312

TEXTILE TECHNOLOGYTT 054Textile Quality Assurance Laboratory1.5 credits $322.50 Prerequisite: TS 111, TS 122, TS 131, TS 132, TS 015/115,TS 114/214, TT 171, or approval of chairpersonCo-requisite: TT 454 Standardized textile testing procedures are examined andperformed on a variety of fabrics to determine suitability forend-use performance.

SPRING5875 75A W 6:30 pm-9:09 pm C314*

TT 273The Textile Industry: A Historical Survey2 credits $310 Outlines origins of the American textile industry, with ananalysis of the combined influences of evolving technologiesand the development of marketing techniques. Views textileproduction as a dynamic system predicated on severalestablished concepts, and current industry conditions areexamined in terms of this system. A comparative analysis ofmodern industry with its antecedents is provided.

SPRING10839 25A R 6:30 pm-8:20 pm C310*12133 25B T 6:30 pm-8:20 pm C310*


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TT 301Textile Applications3 credits $645 Prerequisite: TS 111, TS 122, TS 131, TS 132, TS 015/115,TS 114/214, TT 171, or approval of chairpersonStudents study textile-based consumer goods from a rawmaterials perspective. Product design concepts are identifiedin terms of functional utility, aesthetic requirements, and targetprice points. Design data are used to determine fiber, yarn, fabricstructure, and finishing systems best suited to developingsuccessful products.

SPRING13112 75A W 6:30 pm-10:00 pm C308*

TT 446Textile Finishing Technology2 credits $430 Prerequisite: TS 111, TS 122, TS 131, TS 132, TS 015/115,TS 114/214, TT 171, or approval of chairpersonPresents the aesthetic and functional values of textile finishing.Finishing methods and their feasibility with respect toappearance, performance expectations, quality, and effect onhand are covered. Emphasis is placed on finish practicality,quality, and longevity.

SPRING11678 75A T 6:30 pm-9:20 pm C308*

TT 454Textile Quality Assurance1 credit $215 Prerequisite: TS 111, TS 122, TS 131, TS 132, TS 015/115,TS 114/214, TT 171, or approval of chairpersonCo-requisite: TT 054A study of the physical, chemical, optical, and colorfastnessdetermination test methods, which are required to evaluatefabrics for specific end-use performance and in-process qualitycontrol.

SPRING11680 75A W 9:10 pm-10:00 pm C314*

TT 475Textile Marketing3 credits $645 Studies the textile industry and how its various products aremarketed. Case studies involving both fiber producers andtextile mills are analyzed. Students examine both the domesticand international textile marketplaces.

SPRING11683 75A M 6:30 pm-9:20 pm C318*12777 75B M 6:30 pm-9:20 pm C310*

TOY DESIGNTY 101Introduction to Toy Design1.5 credits $232.50 This introductory course is designed for students interested inexploring the area of Toy Design. Students learn the design andinvention process, as well as effective ways to visuallycommunicate concepts for toy products. Some drawing skillsare needed. (G6: Arts)

SPRING11326 15A T 6:30 pm-9:20 pm D503

VISUAL PRESENTATIONAND EXHIBITION DESIGNDE 101Principles of Display and Exhibit Design: Small Scale2 credits $310 For students not majoring in Visual Presentation and ExhibitionDesign. Basic hands-on display methods used in visualmerchandising and an understanding of two- and three-dimensional design practices and materials. (G6: Arts)

SPRING4435 15A M 6:30 pm-9:20 pm D42412890 15B R 6:30 pm-9:20 pm D424

DE 102Principles of Display and Exhibit Design: Large Scale2 credits $310 The introduction to and hands-on creation of large-scaledisplays using mannequins, fashions, and props.

SPRING10844 15A W 6:30 pm-9:20 pm D424

DE 123Design and Rendering2 credits $310 Learn introductory drafting for floor plans and elevations. Createa model of an exhibition environment and design structures forvisual presentation. This course is an exciting combination oftwo dimensional and three dimensional design. Open to allstudents.

SPRING13549 15A T 6:30 pm-9:20 pm D425

DE 125CAD for Visual Presentation2 credits $310 Prerequisites: DE 123 and DE 141 or approval of chairpersonThis course introduces two-dimensional computer drafting.Using VectorWorks, students draw plans and elevations forvisual presentation and exhibition design projects.

SPRING12618 15A M 6:30 pm-9:20 pm C23012891 15B R 6:30 pm-9:20 pm C23013569 15C S 10:00 am-1:00 pm C305

DE 141Display Graphics I2 credits $310 Learn basic Adobe Illustrator skills that are combined withconceptual sketching to create graphics for visual presentation.Use typography and design fundamentals to develop graphicidentity for signage and promotional materials. Open to allstudents.

SPRING13136 15A M 6:30 pm-9:20 pm C306

DE 143Styling for Visual Presentation2 credits $310 Through lectures, demonstrations, and studio projects,students explore an array of styling and visual presentationtechniques used in a range of media. Assignments include setand prop styling, scouting for locations, styling for celebrities,fashion shows, and video production.

SPRING12892 15A T 6:30 pm-9:20 pm D42413550 15B R 6:30 pm-9:20 pm D42513551 15C F 6:30 pm-9:20 pm D424

DE 226CAD for Visual Presentation II2 credits $310 Prerequisite: DE 125 or approval of chairpersonThis course presents three-dimensional CAD techniques inVector Works, enabling designers to develop and present theirconcepts in three dimensional drawings and renderings.

SPRING12893 15A M 6:30 pm-9:20 pm C305


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CertificatePrograms

CreditCertificates

COMPETENCY-BASED CERTIFICATE PROGRAMSCertificate programs are abbreviated courses of study inspecialized fields that can provide much-needed skills andknowledge in specific areas. While they are not a substitute fora degree, certificate programs provide comprehensive cover-age of a particular topic and grant a certificate of completion atthe end of the course of study.

Students wishing to enter one of the following certificateprograms should possess proficiencies beyond entry levelprior to registration. While certain courses have prerequisites,students who can demonstrate equivalent proficiencies may beaccepted by obtaining approval from the program coordinator.Refer to the Course Descriptions and Schedules section of thiscatalogue for specific prerequisite course information.

Upon successful completion of the program, with the recommendation of the faculty, students will receive a Certificate of Competency.

Descriptions of courses offered during this semester are available in the Course Descriptions and Schedules section of this catalogue. Not all required courses or prerequisites arelisted. For course descriptions and prerequisite informationnot found in this catalogue, go to www.fitnyc.edu/continuinged.

For general registration information and advisement contact:School of Continuing and Professional StudiesFred P. Pomerantz Art and Design Center, lower level212 217.3334, [email protected]

Aron and Esther Goldfarb Leather ApparelThe program in Leather Apparel was developed to meet thedemands of the leather apparel industry and individuals seeking additional knowledge in the area of leather appareldesign and construction.

The program offers students the opportunity to earn a certificatein one of two areas of concentration: menswear or women’swear. Each concentration consists of a 12-credit curriculumcomprising five courses, offered over three or four semesters.

The purpose of the program is to develop professional-levelskills in leather apparel design for menswear or women’s wear.Students are prepared for positions as assistant designers,designers, technical designers, specification writers, productdevelopers, and CAD designers.

Required courses:AP 241 Leather Apparel Design Room TechniquesAP 253 Leather Apparel DesignAR 152 Leather Apparel PortfolioFS 334 Leather Forecasting and StylingLD 112 Decorative Leather Techniques

Academic advisement is available by appointment.Jose Madera, advisorRoom B701212 217.5000

CAD for Fashion Design/ApparelThe apparel track in the CAD for Fashion Design CertificateProgram is intended primarily for students who want to enhancetheir computer skills but do not wish to enroll in a full- time degreeprogram. Graduates of this program will be highly skilled in theuse of apparel-related CAD software. The program consists of foursequential courses in Computer-Aided Design with an option tofocus on either the Lectra or AccuMark platform. Students enteringthe program must possess basic patternmaking and drawingskills, along with a general understanding of computers.

The purpose of the program is to provide designers with abroad understanding of CAD software with a particular emphasis on apparel development.

Required courses:AP 222 Computer-Aided Flat Pattern DesignorAP 421 Computerized Pattern DesignAP 223 Advanced Computer-Aided Flat Pattern DesignorAP 422 Advanced Computerized Pattern Design:

Gerber AccuMarkAP 322 Apparel Product Data ManagementAP 337 PrimaVision Apparel Design Development

Academic advisement is available by appointment.Cynthia Underwood, advisorRoom B701212 217.5000

CAD for Fashion Design/ArtThe art track in the CAD for Fashion Design CertificateProgram was developed to respond to the fashion industry’sneed for trained talent with advanced computer skills.

The program offers students the opportunity to upgrade theirdigital fashion design skills to industry standards. The purposeof the program is to enable designers to create and producevarious fashion design presentation products, such as digitaltrend and concept boards, textile color developments, andcomputer-generated digital portfolios. Students entering thisprogram must have basic fashion drawing skills to succeed.AR 101 is a suggested course for students who need to acquirethose basic fashion drawing skills.

Required courses:AR 115 Introduction to CAD Software for Fashion DesignersAR 214 Fashion Design Using PhotoshopAR 215 Fashion Design Using IllustratorAR 216 Fashion Design Using PrimaVision and

Colour MattersAR 245 Digital Fashion Design Portfolio

Academic advisement is available by appointment.Steven Stipelman, advisorKaren Scheetz, advisorRoom B801212 217.5280

Draping TechniquesThe program in Draping Techniques is intended primarily forstudents who want to enhance their draping skills but do notwish to enroll in a degree program.

The program consists of four sequential courses, offered over four semesters. Projects that incorporate both drapingand patternmaking techniques are explored using a variety ofapproaches. Methods in developing and analyzing patternsare studied.

Admission to the program requires a knowledge of clothingconstruction and/or tailoring skills, as well as a basic under-standing of draping and patternmaking.

This program prepares students for positions as assistants to designers, technical designers, and specification writers.Skills and techniques developed in draping may be transferredto other areas of fashion apparel.

Required courses:DP 111 Draping Proficiency IDP 112 Draping Proficiency IIDP 211 Draping Proficiency IIIDP 212 Draping Proficiency IV

These courses do not replace draping courses in the FashionDesign degree track. Full- and part-time Fashion Designstudents may take them for extra credit or as electives.


Haute CoutureThe Haute Couture program caters to the segment of the fashionindustry known as the women’s couture market. It provides aneducation that focuses on design and technology used in themanufacture of “made-to-measure” women’s clothing. Theprogram offers students the opportunity to enhance their skillsin the following areas: couture sewing techniques and embell-ishments, couture garment construction, and couture design.The program consists of five sequential courses, offered overfour semesters. Admission to the program requires a knowledge of sewing and clothing construction.

Graduates of this program may be employed by design houses,couturiers, and custom tailors or work as entrepreneurs in theirown couture houses.

Required courses:AP 242 Haute Couture Sewing TechniquesAP 243 Haute Couture Decorative Techniques

and EmbellishmentsAP 244 Haute Couture Construction and TechnologyAP 275 Haute Couture Apparel DesignAR 292 Haute Couture Portfolio


Ladies Tailoring TechniquesThe program in Ladies Tailoring Techniques was developed inresponse to the demand for classic, quality tailored apparel for women.

The program consists of four sequential courses in ladies tailoringtechniques, offered over four semesters, and covers topics fromfundamental tailoring techniques to more advanced skills andprocesses in ladies tailoring. Admission to the program requiresa knowledge of sewing and clothing construction. The purpose ofthe program is to develop students’ skills in creating classicallytailored coats and suits. Students are prepared for positions astailors or tailors’ assistants in sample rooms and custom tailoringshops. Skills and techniques developed in ladies tailoring may betransferred to other areas of fashion apparel.

Required courses:TL 111 Ladies Tailoring ITL 112 Ladies Tailoring IITL 211 Ladies Tailoring IIITL 212 Ladies Tailoring IV


Millinery TechniquesThe program in Millinery Techniques was developed inresponse to renewed demand for quality headwear.

The program consists of six sequential courses in millinery techniques, offered over four semesters. Projects impart skillsfrom fundamental to advanced millinery techniques.

The purpose of the program is to develop students’ skills inmillinery techniques to a level of professionalism that will meetthe most stringent demands of the industry and consumer.

Required courses:ML113 Blocking Techniques for HatsML115 Fabric Hat ConstructionML116 Cold Weather HeadgearML123 Contemporary Men’s HatsML241 Bridal and Special Occasion HeadwearML243 Creative Design in Headwear

Academic advisement is available by appointment.Ellen Goldstein, advisor and coordinatorRoom D363212 217.5402

PatternmakingThe Patternmaking Certificate was created to address the industry’sneed for professionals with strong patternmaking and fitting skills.The program is geared toward fashion / technical designers as wellas other apparel industry personnel who are responsible forproduction and pattern development nationally and internationally.

The program consists of five sequential credit courses thatfocus on: • developing body templates from specifications• developing patterns into advanced styles from the templates• applying muslin templates to mannequins

• pattern grading and marker making• developing linings, facings, and jackets• fitting, proportions, balance, and making adjustments and

pattern corrections

The program can be completed in three to five semestersduring the evening and weekends to meet the needs of busyworking professionals who have an interest in or workplacerequirement for these skills. The techniques developed in thisprogram may be transferred to other areas of fashion apparel.For program information, visit www.fitnyc.edu/2953.asp.

Required courses:PM121 Patternmaking I: Misses’ and Women’s WearPM122 Patternmaking II: Misses’ and Women’s WearPM171 Pattern Grading: Misses’ and Women’s WearPM233 Patternmaking: Misses’ Sportswear PM255 Fit Analysis and Technical Documentation

For course specific information and career advisement byappointment, contact:Deborah Beard, coordinatorLuz Pascal, advisorCassandra Williams, advisorRoom B436212 217.4410

Outerwear and Performance ApparelThe Outerwear and Performance Apparel program was created in response to the need for trained talent in the men’sand women’s outerwear and performance apparel designindustry. Learning about the latest techniques in this highlyspecialized field, students are prepared to meet the challengesof new technology in the outerwear industry.

The program consists of six courses in accessories, outerweardesign, performance apparel design, portfolio design, sewingtechniques, and textile technology, offered over three or four semesters.This program will provide training for jobs inthe men’s and women’s outerwear and performance industry invarious capacities, such as assistant designers, designers,technical designers, specification writers, product developers,and CAD designers.

Required courses:AP 144 Outerwear and Performance Apparel

Sewing TechniquesAP 281 Outerwear Apparel DesignAP 282 Performance Apparel DesignAR 291 Outerwear and Performance Apparel

Design PortfolioLD 251 Sport-Specific AccessoriesTS 171 Hi-Tech Textiles for Apparel and Accessories

Academic advisement is available by appointment.Mary Ann Ferro, advisor and coordinatorRoom B701212 217.5000

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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTCERTIFICATE PROGRAMSCertificate programs are abbreviated courses of study inspecialized fields that can provide much-needed skills andknowledge in specific areas. While they are not a substitute for a degree, certificate programs provide comprehensivecoverage of a particular topic and grant a certificate of completion at the end of the course of study.

The Center for Professional Studies and the Enterprise Centeroffer Professional Development Certificate Programs forindustry-experienced individuals who are seeking a careerboost or new possibilities.

All certificate programs have been specially crafted to providesound business theory with a real-world perspective.Foundation programs provide Continuing Education Units(CEUs), a nationally recognized standard and uniform measureof attainment in non-credit education. One CEU represents tencontact hours.

Most professional development program curricula can beaccomplished within one year on a part-time basis. In order toreceive a certificate of completion, attendees must completethe entire program within two years.

Descriptions of courses offered during this semester are available in the Course Descriptions and Schedules section of this catalogue. For course descriptions and prerequisite information not found in this catalogue, go towww.fitnyc.edu/continuinged. Registration information isavailable in the front and back of this catalogue.

For additional information about certificate programs, call the Center for Professional Studies at 212 217.7715 or theEnterprise Center at 212 217.7250.

Color SpecialistIntensive study of applied color usage concentrating on textiles,product materials, media, image and styling for fashion, home,graphics, and related markets. Certificate programs offered inFashion Products, Communication Design, and Image andStyling tracks.(Certificate Students—courses to be taken in sequence listed)

Fashion Products TrackA minimum of 12 courses is required to complete thisprogram.

Required courses in the foundation modules:SXC 100 Color Theory I: PsychologySXC 210 Color Theory Basics: Moving from Art to ScienceSXC 260 Color Painting StudioSXC 300 Color Theory III: Color Through the Eyes of the

Modern Artist

Required courses in the related modules:SXF 500 Fabrication: Everything You Need to Know

SXF 501 Fabrication Dyeing, Printing, and Finishing Essentials

SXF 800 Color Intensive for the Fashion ProfessionalSXF 802 Color Studio: From Principles to Practice SXF 840 Career Opportunities for Working with ColorSXH 300 Color Intensive Workshop for the Home Fashion

Market

Free-choice seminars (minimum of two):SXF 810 Color for Wardrobe PlanningSXF 820 Color Forecasting for Product Creation and

PromotionSXF 710 12 Ways to Anticipate New TrendsCTD 350 CAD: Kaledo I

Communications Design TrackA minimum of 12 courses is required to complete this program.


Modern Artist

Required courses in the related modules:CTB 040 Managing the Design ProcessCTD 122 Color Theory for the ComputerCTD 211 Photoshop II: Graphic DesignSXF 820 Forecasting for Product Creation and PromotionSXF 840 Career Opportunities for Working with ColorSXM 500 How to Pick Colors that Pop in Print and Media

Free-choice seminars (minimum of two):SXE 115 Events III: How to Present Yourself to Anyone

and Win ClientsSXH 100 Learn the Top Ten Design Motifs of All TimeCTD 610 Web Design: Dreamweaver ISXC 500 Color Portfolio Capstone

Students without Adobe Illustration and Photoshopproficiency take CTD 100 and CTD 200 prior to taking CTD122 and CTD 211.

Image and Styling TrackA minimum of 12 courses is required to complete thisprogram.


Modern Artist

Required courses in the related modules:SXF 500 Fabrication: Everything You Need to KnowSXF 501 Fabrication Dyeing, Printing, and Finishing

EssentialsSXF 800 Color Intensive for Fashion Professionals

Non-creditCertificates

For in-depth informationattend a ProfessionalDevelopment CertificateProgram Orientation (Calendar p.53 or visitRoom D130).

SXF 810 Color for Wardrobe PlanningSXF 820 Color Forecasting for Product Creation and

PromotionSXF 840 Career Opportunities for Working with Color

Free-choice seminars (minimum of two):SXF 610 The Great DesignersSXG 130 Fashion in Film and MediaSXH 100 Learn the Top Ten Design Motifs of All TimeSXF 710 12 Ways to Anticipate New Trends SXC 500 Color Portfolio Capstone

All Center for Professional Studies Certificate Programsshould be started with the first program listed. Order of study isdiscussed in first program or visit Room D130.

Computer EssentialsAll designers are expected to be proficient in Adobe Illustratorand Photoshop. Fashion designers must be able to useMicrosoft Excel for their specifications. Graphic designersmust know QuarkXPress and/or Adobe InDesign. If yourcomputer skills have not caught up with the times, these certificate programs are for you.

All courses listed in each track are required to complete thesecertificate programs, unless otherwise noted.

Computer Essentials for Fashion DesignCTB 010 Microsoft ExcelCTB 012 Microsoft Excel II: Fashion DesignCTD 100 Illustrator ICTD 110 Illustrator II: Fashion DesignCTD 120 Illustrator III: Fashion DesignCTD 131 Creating Complete Tech Packs in IllustratorCTD 200 Photoshop ICTD 212 Photoshop II: Textiles and Product Development

Computer Essentials for Fashion Design IIChoose four of the courses listed below:CTD 310 CAD: Colour Matters ICTD 311 CAD: Colour Matters IICTD 340 CAD: U4ia ICTD 341 CAD: U4ia IICTD 350 CAD: Kaledo ICTD 351 CAD: Kaledo II

Computer Essentials for Graphic DesignCTB 002 Introduction to the Macintosh

(or similar experience)CTB 040 Managing the Design ProcessCTD 100 Illustrator ICTD 111 Illustrator II: Graphic DesignCTD 121 Illustrator III: Graphic DesignCTD 200 Photoshop ICTD 211 Photoshop II: Graphic DesignCTD 250 Adobe Power UserCTD 520 Adobe InDesign I

Computer Essentials for Web DesignCTB 002 Introduction to the Macintosh

(or similar experience)

CTD 600 Web Design: XHTMLCTD 605 Web Design: Cascading Style SheetsCTD 610 Web Design: Dreamweaver ICTD 611 Web Design: Dreamweaver IICTD 615 Web Design: GUICTD 620 Flash ICTD 621 Flash IICTD 641 Search Engine OptimizationAlso recommended:CTD 214 Photoshop II: Web DesignCTD 612 JavaScriptCTD 622 Flash IIICTD 630 An Introduction to PHPCTD 710 Designing Video for Television and the InternetCTD 720 Podcast Production Using Protools

Creative Enterprise Ownership This program gives you business knowledge just where you need it. Each course provides focused information in aparticular area of business management and will help you write a business plan as well as run your business efficientlyand profitably. A total of seven courses is required to earn acertificate. Required courses* :CEO 001 Setting a Course for Your BusinessCEO 002 Knowing Your MarketCEO 003 Formulating Your Financial Strategy* BE 261 may be taken in lieu of CEO 001, 002, and 003.(See page 12)

Recommended courses:CEO 004 Managing Money in a Small EnterpriseCEO 005 Legal Basics for Business Start-ups

Free-choice courses:CEO 006 Personal Selling: Communicating Your VisionCEO 008 Marketing Techniques for Promoting BusinessCEO 009 Branding Strategies/Business DevelopmentCEO 010 Putting up a Business-Ready WebsiteCEO 011 Fundamentals of Online RetailingCEO 012 Selling Your Products and ServicesCEO 013 Getting Press and PublicityCEO 014 Marketing Your Product to BoutiquesCEO 015 The Power of NegotiationCEO 017 Getting Press and Publicity IICEO 019 Creative Business Plans for Consulting SuccessCEO 020 Opening Your Own BoutiqueCEO 021 How to Present a Winning PortfolioCEO 027 Communicating Your BrandCEO 029 Practical Strategies for Managing RiskCEO 030 Web 2.0 and Your BusinessCEO 031 Is Vintage For You?CTB 005 QuickbooksCTB 011 Excel IICTD 641 Search Engine Optimization

New for certificate holders:CEO 050 CEO Group Coaching

Digital Shorts: Conceive, Produce, Distribute This practical, hands-on certificate program teaches the whysand hows of short film making for the web. Courses cover theconceptualization, scripting, production, editing, and distributionof short digital films. CTD 800 Final Cut Pro CTD 810 Digital Shorts: Video Today CTD 820 Digital Shorts: Script and ShootCTD 830 Digital Shorts: Picture EditCTD 840 Digital Shorts: Sound and Finishing CTD 850 Digital Shorts: Video Tomorrow

Fashion Events PlanningTraining in the planning, coordination, and implementation ofall phases of promotion-related events common to fashion andthe related industries. A total of 11 courses is required tocomplete this program.

Required courses in the foundation modules:SXE 100 Introduction to Fashion Publicity and Events

PlanningSXE 210 Events II: Publicity Writing WorkshopBegin to take related modules:SXE 215 Events III: How to Present Yourself to Anyone and

Win ClientsSXE 310 Fashion Publicity and Events Planning Workshop

Required courses in the related modules should be taken after SXE 210 :SXH 100 Learn the Top Ten Design Motifs of All TimeSXM 345 How to Go from Planning to Staging a

Winning EventSXM 400 Everything You Need to Know About Fashion

Shows, from Start-up to RunwaySXM 420 Everything You Need to Know About Trade Shows,

from Set-up to ShoppingSXM 440 How to Produce Galas, Launch Parties, and

Charity EventsSXM 480 How to Plan and Execute Top Notch In-Store Events

Free-choice seminar: one approved Hot Topic course

Fashion StylingCourses and workshops on how to create characters and setsolutions utilizing merchandise and props, while working with photographers and camera professionals for fashionphotography, publication layouts, and media assignments.A total of 165 hours is required to complete this program.

Required courses in the foundation modules (57 hours):SXS 100 Introduction to Fashion StylingShould be followed by SXM 100, SXF 610, and SXM 010, inthis order.SXS 200 Fashion Styling II: Fashion Styling for MediaSXM 125 Still-life Fundamentals for Fashion StylistsShould be followed by SXM 120, SXM 220, and SXW 425.SXS 300 Fashion Styling III: Launching Your Career

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Required courses in the related modules (99 hours):SXM 100 Styling Tricks of the Trade: Pinning, Taping, and

Clothing CareSXF 610 The Great DesignersSXH 100 Learn the Top Ten Design Motifs of All TimeSXM 010 Styling: Fit FundamentalsSXM 120 Successful Styling for Photography:

Fashion Biz and BeyondSXM 220 Introduction to Fashion PhotographySXW 425 Hand Sewing, Mending, and Alteration Essentials

Free-choice seminars (minimum of nine hours):SXH 010 Fashion Styling: Home Fashion BusinessSXM 103 Styling Career Options: Still Life and Soft GoodsSXM 105 Advanced Styling: Tricks of the TradeSXM 110 Media Makeup Knowledge for Designers, Stylists,

and ConsultantsSXM 130 Fashion Styling for Celebrity ImagesSXM 400 Everything You Need to Know About Fashion

Shows, from Start-up to RunwaySXG 100 Wardrobing for Theater, Film, and TVSXT 500 Star-Quality Vintage Shopping

Image ConsultingTraining in how to advise clients to enhance physical attributes, minimize physical weaknesses, and project in a more positive manner. A total of 136 hours is required tocomplete this program.

Required courses in the foundation modules (57 hours):SXI 100 Introduction to Image ConsultingShould be followed by SXF 400, SXF 500, and SXF 610 in this order.SXI 200 Image Consulting II: Wardrobing and Components

of Personal ImageShould be followed by CEO 019, SXE 100, and SXF 800 in this order.SXI 300 Image Consulting III:

Business Essentials for Success

Required courses in the related modules (65 hours) should betaken after SXI 100 and SXI 200:SXF 400 Fashionspeak: How to Get What You Want,

When You Need ItSXF 500 Fabrication: Everything You Need to KnowSXF 610 The Great DesignersCEO 019 Creative Business Plans for Consulting SuccessSXE 100 Introduction to Fashion Publicity and Events

PlanningSXF 800 Color Intensive for the Fashion Professional

Free-choice seminars (minimum of 14 hours):SXF 300 Secrets from a Professional ShopperSXF 700 Demystifying Fashion ForecastingSXF 710 12 Ways to Anticipate New TrendsSXF 810 Color for Wardrobe PlanningSXM 130 Fashion Styling for Celebrity ImagesSXM 400 Everything You Need to Know About Fashion

Shows, from Start-up to Runway

Pet Product Design and MarketingComprehensive training in design marketing and branding ofapparel, accessories, and pet life style products for developinga line or starting a business. A total of six courses is required tocomplete this program.

Required courses:SXD 625 Fashion Design for Pet ApparelSXD 630 Pet Accessories and Lifestyle Product DesignSXD 635 Quick Sketching for the Pet Product BusinessSXD 640 How to Get Your Pet Apparel and Product

Concepts to MarketSXD 650 Introduction to Pet Product Branding

Free-choice courses (choose one) should be taken after SXD 635 or SXD 640:SXD 645 Pet Accessory Design StudioSXF 020 Costing: How to Win the Garment GameSXF 115 Viral Marketing: How to Generate a Buzz

for Your BrandSXF 820 Color Forecasting for Product Creation

and PromotionCEO 005 Legal Basics for Business Start-ups

Product Development EssentialsCutting-edge fit, quality, and logistics training for experienceddesigners, technical designers, and product developersinvolved in sourcing. Certificate programs offered in:Product Development ManagerCertified Technical Designer

Product Development ManagerA minimum of 11 courses is required to complete this program.

Required courses:SXP 105 Quality Fashion: How to Make It, How to Deliver ItSXP 110 How to Master Global Security and Social

ComplianceSXP 320 How to Reduce the Lead Time in Garment

Pre-ProductionSXF 240 Complete Guide to Global Sourcing

Related courses (choose five):SXF 020 Costing: How to Win the Garment GameSXF 500 Fabrication: Everything You Need to KnowSXP 100 Design and Product Development Technology

Made EasySXP 120 How to Build a Better Garment: Stitches, Seams,

and FinishingSXP 140 The Ultimate Global Guide to Getting Products to

Market on TimeSXP 300 The Ultimate Guide to Fit Approval Process SuccessSXP 310 The Technical Designer’s Guide to Successful

Product AnalysisSXP 510 Successful Production and Sourcing ManagementCTD 131 Creating Complete Tech Packs in IllustratorFree-choice courses (choose two):CTB 012 Microsoft Excel II: Fashion DesignCTB 051 WebPDMCTD 100 Adobe Illustrator ICTD 110 Adobe Illustrator II: Fashion DesignCTD 120 Adobe Illustrator III: Fashion DesignSXF 501 Fabrication Dyeing, Printing, and

Finishing Essentials SXP 352 Grading Know-How for Customer Fit

and SatisfactionSXP 356 Successful Spec Packages for Women’s Fashions

Certified Technical DesignerA minimum of ten courses is required to complete this program.

Required courses:SXP 100 Design and Product Development Technology

Made EasySXP 130 Quality Fashion: How to Make It, How to Deliver ItSXF 500 Fabrication: Everything You Need to KnowSXF 501 Fabrication Dyeing, Printing, and Finishing

EssentialsSXF 250 How to Write Garment Specs that Really CountSXP 300 The Ultimate Guide to Fit Approval Process

SuccessSXP 310 The Technical Designer’s Guide to Successful

Product Analysis

Free-choice courses (choose three):CTB 051 WebPDMCTB 052 Product Development with PLMCTD 012 Microsoft Excel II: Fashion DesignCTD 100 Adobe Illustrator ICTD 120 Adobe Illustrator III: Fashion DesignCTD 212 Photoshop II: Textiles and Product DevelopmentSXP 325 Designer Speak How to Talk the Talk with Your

DesignerSXP 350 Patternmaking Made PerfectSXP 352 Grading: Know-How for Customer Fit and

SatisfactionSXP 356 Successful Spec Packages for Women’s FashionsSXP 600 Fundamentals of Technical Design for Apparel

Development (online)

Retail Experience ManagementIn-depth strategic approaches and store-focused training byhighly experienced professionals and Fashion MerchandisingManagement faculty who are experts in the retail field. Programemphasizes increasing sales, profitability, and executiveperformance in merchandising, operations, and human resources.A total of 12 courses is required to complete this program.

Required courses:SXR 005 Introduction to Today’s Retail ArenaSXR 010 Retail Math: Merchandising, Planning, and

Gross Margin*SXR 012 How to Develop Strategic Thinking Skills for Retail

(formerly SXR 045)SXR 015 Retail Math II: Successful Merchandise PlanningSXR 020 Advance and Manage Your Retail Career PotentialSXR 025 Retail Information Technology: Sales and PlanningSXR 030 The Shopping Environment: Developing the

“Wow” ExperienceSXR 035 Real World Retailing: Operations and ManagementSXR 040 Who’s Your Best Customer and How to Motivate

Them to BuySXR 050 Intro to Retail Branding: The Art of Customer

BondingSXR 075 Retail Readiness Profile, Prep, and PresentationSXN Choice of Master Class (Required course. See Hot

Topics Master Class Selections.)* SXR 011 can be taken in place of SXR 010.

Wardrobe Technician/Costume Design SpecialistSpecialized training for wardrobe creation, maintenance, andsupervision for theatre, film, video, and broadcast and cabletelevision productions. Certificate programs offered in:Wardrobe Technician SpecialistCostume Design Specialist

Wardrobe Technician SpecialistA total of ten courses is required to complete this program.

Required courses:SXG 100 Wardrobing for Theatre, Film, and TVSXM 100 Styling Tricks of the Trade: Pinning, Taping, and

Clothing CareSXF 610 The Great DesignersSXH 100 Learn the Top Ten Design Motifs of All TimeSXW 425 Hand-Sewing, Mending, and Alteration EssentialsSXM 105 Advanced Styling: Tricks of the Trade SXM 010 Styling: Fit FundamentalsSXN Choice of Master Class (See Hot Topics Master

Class Selections)SXG 300 Wardrobe Technician Career Start-up

Free-choice courses (choose one) to be taken before SXG 300:SXF 500 Fabrication: Everything You Need to KnowSXW 400 Learn to Sew Like a Pro I

Costume Design SpecialistA minimum of 13 courses is required to complete thisprogram.

Required courses:SXG 100 Wardrobing for Theatre, Film, and TVSXG 120 Costume Design: Theory and PracticeSXG 130 Fashion in Film and MediaSXF 610 The Great DesignersSXH 100 Learn the Top Ten Design Motifs of All TimeSXG 140 Storyboard Techniques StudioSXF 600 Quick SketchingSXM 010 Styling: Fit FundamentalsSXM 100 Styling Tricks of the Trade: Pinning, Taping, and

Clothing CareSXW 425 Hand-Sewing, Mending, and Alteration EssentialsSXN Choice of Master Class (See Hot Topics Master

Class Selections)SXG 310 Costume Design Career Start-up

Free-choice courses (choose one) to be taken before SXG 310:SXM 105 Advanced Styling: Tricks of the TradeSXF 500 Fabrication: Everything You Need to KnowSXW 400 Learn to Sew Like a Pro ISXM 110 Media Makeup Knowledge for Designers, Stylists,

and Consultants

For more information contact the Center for Professional Studies at 212 217.7715 or Room D130.

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Tuesday, January 5Thursday, April 85-7 pmJohn E. Reeves Great Hall

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most challenging problems creatively. The CIM helps companies develop leaders that can manage ideas

successfully and create environments that drive innovation and change.

PROGRAM GOALS: To provide managers in organizations with the knowledge and tools needed improve creativityand innovation in their workplace and implement high-performance idea systems. Employeeideas are a critical resource to most organizations today; they save money and time, increaserevenue, improve customer service and responsiveness, and help organizations meet criticalstrategic goals.Attendees will acquire valuable skills in managing creativity and ideas that will allow them todrive continuous improvement and rapid innovation in their organizations and to respond more effectively to the problems and opportunities they face. A certificate from the Center forInnovation Management will be awarded upon completion of the program.

• How to set up and launch an effective idea system

• Basic principles of managing creativity and ideas

• How to focus employee ideas on issues of critical importance

• How to make ideas part of the job for everyone

• The six elements of corporate creativity and how to implement them

For more information, visit www.fitnyc.edu/innovationmanagement or call 212 217.4603.

SCHEDULESPRING 2010

9 am-5 pm DAILY

Session 1: Friday, March 26

Introduction to the Power of Ideas andKey Principles in Managing Them

Session 2: Friday, April 16

Designing, Piloting, and Launching a High-Performance Idea Process

Session 3: Friday, May 14

Sustaining and Building an Idea-Driven Organization

Training: 25 hours of training time,including three 7-hour sessions, plus out-of-class reading assignments andprojects, and in-class presentations.

CEUS: 2.5COST: $1,295 per participant, $1,195 for two or more participants from the sameorganization. INSTRUCTOR: Dr. Alan G. Robinson

CORE COMPETENCIES:

Certification Program in Innovation Management

Non-creditCourseDescriptions & Schedules

REGISTRATION AT A GLANCEFor complete registration information, see pages 73-75.

Registration is ongoing through the first day of classfor the specific course or until the course is full.

All registrants must complete the Registration Form at the backof this catalogue. Although registration is possible up throughthe first day of class, registrants should register early to avoidcourses being filled or cancelled due to low enrollment.

FaxThe fastest way to register is by fax or email, using your creditcard. Fax forms to 212 217.7176. Email forms to [email protected]

In Person and by MailRegistration in person and by mail must be accompanied by credit card information or check or money order madepayable to the Fashion Institute of Technology.

Bring or mail completed forms to:Fashion Institute of Technology227 West 27 Street, Room D130New York City 10001-5992

Hours: Monday-Thursday, 9 am-6:15 pmFriday, 9 am-5:30 pm

REGISTRATION FOR ONLINE COURSESEnrollment in an online course is a two-step process andboth steps must be completed.Register for the course at FIT. For more information seepage 75.

Non-credit Calendar andRegistration InformationWINTERIM/SPRING 2010CALENDARRegistrationRegistration for Winterim starts Monday, November 2.Registration for Spring starts Monday, December 7.Non-credit course registration is ongoing through the firstday of class or until the course is full.

Professional Development Tuesday, December 1Certificate Program Orientation 5:45-7:15 pmMarvin Feldman Center (C building) Room C205

Academic Advisement Thursday,and Registration December 3Conference Center, lower level 5-7 pm


Martin Luther King Jr. Day Monday, January 18college closed

Academic Advisement Wednesday-Thursday, and Registration January 27-28John E. Reeves Great Hall 5-7 pm

Professional Development Thursday, February 9Certificate Program Orientation 5:45-7:15 pmJohn E. Reeves Great Hall

President’s Day–college closed Monday, February 15

Spring recess–no classes Monday, March 29-Sunday, April 4

Open House Thursday, April 8John E. Reeves Great Hall 5-7 pm

Professional Development Monday, April 12Certificate Program Orientation 5:45-7:15 pmJohn E. Reeves Great Hall

Academic Advisement Monday, May 10and Registration for Summer 5-7 pmConference Center, lower level

Non-creditCourses Master Class Series 54

Color Specialist 54

Computer Training: Business 54

Computer Training: Design 55

Computer Training: Pattermaking 59

Computer Training: Seniors 60

Creative Enterprise Ownership 60

Fashion Business 62

Fashion Events Planning 63

Fashion Styling 64

FIT/NYC Talk and Tours 64

Home Fashion Market 65

Image Consulting 65

Media Events and Photography 66

Pet Product Design and Marketing 67

Product Development Essentials 67

Retail Experience Management 68

Tools of the Trade 69

Wardrobe Technician/Costume Design Specialist 70

Wearable and Decorative Arts 70

NON-CREDIT PROFESSIONALDEVELOPMENT CERTIFICATE PROGRAM ORIENTATION

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 15:45-7:15 PM Marvin Feldman Center (C building) Room C205

MONDAY, APRIL 125:45-7:15 PM John E. Reeves Great Hall

Call TO RSVP: 212 217.7715*


Monday–M Tuesday–T Wednesday–W Thursday–R Friday–F Saturday–S Sunday–U

NON-CREDIT COURSES 53

54 NON-CREDIT COURSES



MASTER CLASS SERIESSXN 010Hands on Writing for College Admissions: Essays andApplications0 credits $80 Are you an adult who has progressed beyond high schoolgraduation, looking for FIT acceptance? Are you removed fromguidance counselor advice and critiques? Does the thought ofwriting an essay send you into panic mode? Whether you’renew to college or returning, FIT’s Writing Studio experts canhelp you formulate a winning essay to sell yourself, whileeliminating common writing mistakes. The first session coversthe essay formula, how to make an essay lively, interesting, andpersuasive, and editing techniques to streamline your pointsand get them across. Special attention is also given to the pitfallscommon to filling out college application forms. Students areasked to develop a draft essay and complete sample forms tobring to the second session where a team of writing expertsguide the polishing of each person’s work. The essays areconstructively reviewed and students get tips on the finalassembly of a professional level admissions package.

Workshop leader: Brian Fallon, director, The Writing Studio, FIT,and additional staff members.

WINTERIM2 sessions: (55A) January 13, 203106 55A W 6:00 pm-9:00 pm TBA

SXN 300Fashion Design Studio with Caroline Simonelli0 credits $365 Professional fashion designers gain experience creating agarment at the highest level as you take a personal journey inartistic development and elevate your technical skills to couturelevel. Start with mood boards, customer muse profiling andprogress through the entire creative process employed bycreator designers- the croquis book, final sketches and swatchselection. Go from moulage making to muslins and tioles toa show worthy garment. Fit techniques, luxury fabric sewingand couture finishing is stressed. Final segment covers howto define a recognizable label and build a brand. Enrollment islimited to 16, professional designers only.Enrollment is limited to 16, professional designers only.Portfolios and/or sample work must be brought to first session.Some additional expense for materials. Request supply list bycalling 212 217.7715.

Instructor: Caroline Simonelli, adjunct instructor, FashionDesign-Apparel, couture designer and critic.

WINTERIM6 sessions: (55A) January 16,23,30, February 6,13,203166 55A S 9:30 am-5:00 pm TBA

SPRING6 sessions: (55A) March 6, 13, 20, 27, April 10, 1713645 55A S 9:30 am-5:00 pm TBA

COLOR SPECIALISTSXC 100Color Theory I: Psychology0 credits $290 1.8 CEU Whether your work is corporate or entrepreneurial, product-driven or media-related, the ability to harness the power of color is essential to success. Color—the foremost elementcrossing all market boundaries—impacts point of sale andconsumer satisfaction. Explore color as an extraordinary visualand sensory stimulus. Learn how color choice can affectpersonality, product sales, and home environments. Culturaland social issues relating to color are discussed.Information regarding textbooks and other required supplieswill be available at the first class.

Instructor: Margaret A. Miele, assistant professor, SocialSciences; education director, the InterSociety Color Council.

SPRING6 sessions: (55A) February 16, 23, March 2, 9, 16, 23;(55B) April 6, 13, 20, 27, May 4, 1110175 55A T 6:00 pm-9:00 pm TBA 10618 55B T 6:00 pm-9:00 pm TBA

SXC 210Color Theory Basics: Moving from Art to Science0 credits $250 1.2 CEU As a professional who works with color, do you know all thecatchy names but need help communicating color attributeseffectively? Learn to avoid mistakes by fostering anunderstanding and usage of color vocabulary that will ensurethat the colors you specify are the colors you receive. Aspectsof professional-level color technology are introduced,including lighting, illuminants, and color measurementinstruments. Industry-accepted color notation is emphasized,along with color technology software. Learn to develop andimplement a cohesive color management program through bothlecture and hands-on work.

Instructor: David C. Albrecht, senior partner, DCD AdvancedTechnologies.

WINTERIM4 sessions: (55A) January 12, 19, 26, February 23140 55A T 6:00 pm-9:00 pm TBA

SPRING4 sessions: (55A) April 6, 13, 20, 2712625 55A T 6:00 pm-9:00 pm TBA

SXC 300Color Theory III: Color Through the Eyes of theModern Artist0 credits $290 1.8 CEU Broaden your color sense and find inspiration by examiningthe work of great colorists from Impressionism to the presentday. Learn about artists’ techniques, what motivated their colorchoices, and how the colors they chose create a variety ofmoods. Artists’ writings about color will also be discussed, aswill the color theories of their times. The course covers the workof the Impressionists, Neo-Impressionists, van Gogh, Gauguin,Fauves, German Expressionists, Matisse and Picasso,Kandinsky and Mondrian, Abstract Expressionists, Color Fieldpainters, and Op artists, among others.Recommended reading: Gage, Color and Meaning: Art,Science and Symbolism. Two Friday sessions are held at theMetropolitan Museum of Art and the Museum of Modern Art.

Instructor: Dr. Trudie Grace, adjunct assistant professor, Historyof Art and Civilization.

SPRING6 sessions: (55A) April 14, 21, 23, 28, 30, May 510177 55A W F 6:00 pm-9:00 pm TBA

COMPUTER TRAINING:BUSINESSCTB 001Computers Made Easy as 1-2-30 credits $125 .6 CEU Is the computer age stalling your professional advancement?This course will conquer any fears and prepare you to use acomputer effectively. Learn the meaning of computerterminology in simple English and work hands-on in anenvironment offering a taste of word processing, spreadsheets,and presentation graphics. Highly recommended for non-usersbefore intensive computer training.

Instructor: Alton Brown, microcomputer support specialist, FIT.

WINTERIM1 session: (55A) January 232980 55A S 10:00 am-5:00 pm CC154


Additional non-credit courses areoffered through Hot Topics.

For more information call 212 217.7715 or visitwww.fitnyc.edu/hottopics

CTB 002Introduction to the Macintosh0 credits $125 .6 CEU Learn the basics of Mac hardware and operating system. Getacquainted with the mouse, menus, and windows, and learnhow to use the Mac when working with text and graphics.Program also provides an opportunity to practice what you’velearned at your own pace in a supervised environment.Recommended for those planning to take courses in designsoftware.

Instructor: Paul Reyman, Macintosh User Support Supervisor.

WINTERIM1 session: (55A) January 232981 55A S 10:00 am-4:00 pm CC153

SPRING1 session: (55A) February 7;(55B) March 6;(55C) April 1011718 55A U 10:00 am-4:00 pm CC15311719 55B S 10:00 am-4:00 pm CC15311720 55C S 10:00 am-4:00 pm CC153

CTB 005QuickBooks0 credits $275 1.2 CEU This simple accounting and bookkeeping software is designedto help manage finances easily and efficiently. You will learnhow to set up a company, inventory, create invoices and trackcash sales, process payments, work with bank accounts, andenter and pay bills, all with QuickBooks. QuickBooks can alsohelp you see the big picture through customized reports andgraphs and help you manage payroll, create job estimates, andtrack time and costs. Bring a flash drive or CD to class to save your work.

Instructor: Bill Fauth, PEAK Advisors, Inc..

SPRING4 sessions: (55A) February 9, 16, 23, March 211978 55A PC T 6:20 pm-9:10 pm CC154

CTB 010Microsoft Excel0 credits $275 1.2 CEU Impressive spreadsheets and charts are easy to make with thispremier spreadsheet program. Learn how to create, save, andretrieve a worksheet. Work with ranges, movement techniques,formatting techniques, and formula creation. Learn to displaybudgets, make projections, and create graphs. Bring a flash drive or CD to class to save your work.

Instructor: Noreen Kentish, PMP, IT-Software and InformationAccess, FIT.

WINTERIM4 sessions: (55A) January 4, 6, 11, 133075 55A PC M W 6:20 pm-9:10 pm CC154

SPRING4 sessions: (55A) February 3, 10, 17, 2411744 55A PC W 6:20 pm-9:10 pm CC154

CTB 012Microsoft Excel II: Fashion Design0 credits $275 1.2 CEU Prerequisite: CTB 010 or equivalent experienceLearn how the fashion industry uses Microsoft Excel to createforms for sample making, fitting production, and costing. Learnhow to manage style data and minimize communication andproduction problems. Bring a flash drive or CD to class to save your work.

SPRING2 sessions: (55A) March 24, April 1111963 55A PC U 10:00 am-5:00 pm TBA

CTB 040Managing the Design Process0 credits $275 1.2 CEU Successful design is a team endeavor. This class explains howto manage input and complete projects in a timely and effectivefashion. Questions considered include how the design processis integrated with other management areas such as marketingand production, and which strategies expedite the designprocess without sacrificing quality. Bring a flash drive or CD to class to save your work.

Instructor: Tania Frey, principal, Stone Designworks.

SPRING4 sessions: (55A) February 22, March 1, 8, 1511749 55A PC M 6:20 pm-9:10 pm CC154

CTB 051WebPDM0 credits $275 1.2 CEU Learn how to navigate through WebPDM and manage dataincluding style information, measurements, fit evaluations,construction, and more. In this course you will learn how tocreate tech packs and use the line assortment tool withinWebPDM to facilitate communication and product developmentactivities. Bring a flash drive or CD to class to save your work.

Instructor: Karen Robb.

SPRING2 sessions: (55A) February 28, March 7;(55B) April 18, 2513128 55A U 10:00 am-5:00 pm TBA 13193 55B U 10:00 am-5:00 pm TBA

CTB 052Product Development with PLM0 credits $275 1.2 CEU

Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) has rapidly become one ofthe hottest technology applications in apparel, accessories,footwear, textiles, and other fashion-related industries. Learnhow PLM software can accelerate your product developmentprocess with digital asset (image) management, tech packmanagement, quotation and bid management, sample andproduction planning and tracking, pre-concept line managementand materials management. In this hands-on course, you willdevelop, manage and edit a technically accurate, complete mini-collection in PlmOn—a comprehensive suite of PLM toolsdeveloped specifically for fashion companies.

SPRING4 sessions: (55A) February 11, 18, 25, March 413655 55A R 6:20 pm-9:00 pm CC154

COMPUTER TRAINING: DESIGNCTD 100Adobe Illustrator I0 credits $275 1.2 CEU Prerequisite: CTB 002 or Mac experience for Mac sectionsAdobe Illustrator is a must for any design professional. Learn toset up a document, create basic illustrations with lines and points,and edit your artwork. Program includes spacing, scaling,rotating graphics, and importing and auto-tracing objects.Creating text paths and aligning text to a circle are also covered.Bring a flash drive or CD to class to save your work.

Instructors: Chris Papas, certified Adobe expert andproduction/multimedia artist; Joong Park, freelance graphicdesigner, founder, SMPLE.org; Paul Tomzak, consultant/trainerand winner, International Award for Design.

WINTERIM2 or 4 sessions: (55A) January 5, 7, 12, 14;(55B) January 10, 173022 55A MAC T R 6:20 pm-9:10 pm CC153 3076 55B PC U 10:00 am-5:00 pm CC154

SPRING2 or 4 sessions: (55A) February 4, 11, 18, 25;(55B) February 20, 27;(55C) March 2, 9, 16, 23;(55D) March 5, 12, 19, 26;(55E) March 13, 20;(55F) April 15, 22, 29, May 6;(55G) February 21, 28;(55H) May 11, 13, 18, 2011755 55A MAC R 6:20 pm-9:10 pm CC15311753 55B MAC S 10:00 am-5:00 pm CC15312217 55C MAC T 9:30 am-12:30 pm CC15312018 55D PC F 6:20 pm-9:10 pm CC15411754 55E MAC S 10:00 am-5:00 pm CC15311756 55F PC R 6:20 pm-9:10 pm CC15413143 55G PC U 10:00 am-5:00 pm CC15413321 55H MAC T R 6:20 pm-9:10 pm CC153



CTD 110Adobe Illustrator II: Fashion Design0 credits $275 1.2 CEU Prerequisite: CTD 100 or equivalent experienceAdobe Illustrator is a great software tool for drawing fashiondesigns and illustrations. Learn to use this popular vector-based package to create flats and patterns and to incorporategarment details. Bring a flash drive or CD to class to save your work.

Instructor: Joanne Sherrow, artist, consultant and author ofVector + Raster Fun with Fashion Design.

SPRING2 or 4 sessions: (55A) April 12, 13, 14, 15;(55B) March 22, April 5, 12, 19;(55C) April 17, 2411960 55A PC M T W R 9:10 am-12:00 pm CC15411805 55B PC M 6:20 pm-9:10 pm CC15411804 55C MAC S 10:00 am-5:00 pm CC153

CTD 111Adobe Illustrator II: Graphic Design0 credits $275 1.2 CEU Prerequisite: CTD 100 or equivalent experienceExpands upon and develops the skills learned in AdobeIllustrator I. Create dynamic graphics using advanced editingand drawing tools, path editing techniques, filter effects, andmasks. Explore the transparency palette, live effects, and theappearance palette. Bring a flash drive or CD to class to save your work.

Instructor: Chris Papas, certified Adobe expert andproduction/multimedia artist and Paul Tomzak,consultant/trainer and winner, International Award for Design.

WINTERIM2 sessions: (55A) January 9, 163074 55A MAC S 10:00 am-5:00 pm CC153

SPRING4 sessions: (55A) April 8, 15, 22, 2911816 55A MAC R 6:20 pm-9:10 pm CC153

CTD 120Adobe Illustrator III: Fashion Design0 credits $275 1.2 CEU Prerequisite: CTD 110 or equivalent experienceStudents will build on the skills learned in Adobe Illustrator IIfor Fashion Design. Industry techniques used to illustrategarments, work with licensed images, and create originalartwork are covered. Students learn to work back and forthbetween Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.Bring your fashionbook/portfolio to the first class. Bring a flash drive or CD to class to save your work.

SPRING2 sessions: (55A) May 1, 811811 55A S 10:00 am-5:00 pm TBA

CTD 121Illustrator III: Graphic Design0 credits $275 1.2 CEU Prerequisite: CTD 111This course builds on the topics covered in Illustrator levels Iand II. Program features that will be covered include: live traceand live paint; recoloring art to change color; custom graphics;working with vectors and pixels; converting raster images tovector using live trace; using the appearance panel and liveeffects together; creating, editing, and experimenting with colorgroups; working with opacity masks; and isolated blending.Bring a flash drive or CD to class to save your work.

Instructor: Paul Tomzak, consultant/trainer and winner,International Award for Design.

SPRING2 sessions: (55A) May 9, 1613127 55A MAC U 10:00 am-5:00 pm CC153

CTD 131Creating Complete Tech Packs in Illustrator0 credits $275 1.2 CEU Prerequisite: CTD 110This course demonstrates how to make sample tech packs thateffectively communicate with sample makers and factories toassure accuracy in the sample making process. Using AdobeIllustrator, you will create custom branded templates and learnhow to efficiently convey all the information needed to make asample. Save time and money by minimizing first sample errors.Bring a flash drive or CD to class to save your work.

SPRING2 sessions: (55A) February 7, 14;(55B) May 9, 1613144 55A PC U 10:00 am-5:00 pm CC15413145 55B PC U 10:00 am-5:00 pm CC154

CTD 200Adobe Photoshop I0 credits $275 1.2 CEU Prerequisite: CTB 002 or equivalent for Mac sectionsThis hands-on workshop teaches you how to apply AdobePhotoshop to your photography or print media-relatedbusiness. Functions and controls of each of the program’s majortools are introduced as well as layers, scanning, adjustments,and the principles of file size. Bring a flash drive or CD to class to save your work.

Instructors: Chris Papas, certified Adobe expert andproduction/multimedia artist; and Joong Park, freelance graphicdesigner, founder, SMPLE.org; Paul Tomzak, consultant/trainerand winner, International Award for Design.

WINTERIM4 sessions: (55A) January 4, 6, 11, 133042 55A MAC M W 6:20 pm-9:10 pm CC153

SPRING2 or 4 sessions: (55A) February 6, 13;(55B) February 20, 27;(55C) March 2, 9, 16, 23;(55D) April 7, 14, 21, 28;(55E) May 15, 22;(55F) April 12, 19, 26, May 311758 55A MAC S 10:00 am-5:00 pm CC15311757 55B PC S 10:00 am-5:00 pm CC15411759 55C MAC T 6:20 pm-9:10 pm CC15311761 55D PC W 6:20 pm-9:10 pm CC15411760 55E MAC S 10:00 am-5:00 pm CC15313194 55F MAC M 6:20 pm-9:10 pm CC153

CTD 211Adobe Photoshop II: Graphic Design0 credits $275 1.2 CEU Prerequisite: CTD 200 or equivalent experienceThis program gives in-depth exposure to Adobe Photoshopsoftware technology. Hands-on approach concentrates onscanning images and using Photoshop tools to achieve optimalresults. Layering masks and analyzing visual problems arecovered.Bring a flash drive or CD to class to save your work.Bring to the first session an image to scan and magazinepictures or ads you believe have been manipulated in someway.

Instructor: Chris Papas, certified Adobe expert andproduction/multimedia artist.

SPRING2 or 4 sessions: (55A) March 11, 18, 25, April 8 (55B) April 11, 18(55C) April 25, May 211959 55A PC R 6:20 pm-9:10 pm CC15411762 55B MAC U 10:00 am-5:00 pm CC15311763 55C MAC U 10:00 am-5:00 pm CC153

REGISTER FOR WINTERIM AND SPRING2010

Non-credit registration is ongoingthrough the first class session oruntil the course is full.

Non-credit prices listed are thesame for both New York State andnon-New York State residents.

CTD 212Adobe Photoshop II: Textiles and ProductDevelopment0 credits $275 1.2 CEU Prerequisite: CTD 200 or equivalent experienceAdobe Photoshop is the most widely used design software inthe textile industry. This hands-on workshop teaches you toapply your Photoshop skills to textile design and productdevelopment. Scan images and generate drawings for surfaceand structural design. Create color combinations, repeats, andcolorways for specific target markets.Bring a flash drive or CD to class to save your work.

SPRING2 or 4 sessions: (55A) April 20, 27, May 4, 11;(55B) March 7, 1411817 55A PC T 6:20 pm-9:10 pm CC15413195 55B PC U 10:00 am-5:00 pm CC154

CTD 214Adobe Photoshop II: Web Design0 credits $275 1.2 CEU Prerequisite: CTD 200 In this class you will learn how Photoshop is used as a designtool for the web to create interfaces, buttons, banners, and more.The focus will shift from traditional print methods to web safecolors, screen resolution in relation to screen size, Internetindustry standards, GUI, placing guides, cutting and slicing,and optimizing designs to properly translate them onto a web-based platform whether it be HTML, PHP, or any other methodof execution. You will also learn which type of imageoptimization to use—GIF, JPG, or PNG—and how to applyeach when designing a website.Bring a flash drive or CD to class to save your work.

SPRING4 sessions: (55A) February 2, 9, 16, 2313643 55A T 6:20 pm-9:10 pm CC153

CTD 250Adobe Power User0 credits $395 1.8 CEU Prerequisite: CTD 100, CTD 200, and CTD 520Optimizing the four most popular Adobe publishing tools—InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop and Acrobat—for maximumresults is the goal of this course. Explore how all these programscan be used together and separately to obtain the best results.Learn to make effective tool choices, reformat text and graphics,and utilize materials from one application in another.Bring a flash drive or CD to class to save your work.


SPRING6 sessions: (55B) February 5, 12, 19, 26, March 5, 1212630 55B F 6:20 pm-9:10 pm TBA

CTD 310CAD: Colour Matters I0 credits $275 1.2 CEU Don’t be left behind professionally. Learn to use a computer asa creative design tool. Get started by using the popular ColourMatters CM32 software package. Learn to create sketches,illustrations, textile prints, and patterns on a computer. Programcovers computer color principles, fabric design repeats, andpreparations for production and presentations. Marry yourcreativity to the computer and improve your design skills andyour chances for job advancement.Bring a flash drive or CD to class to save your work.

Instructor: Jane Beard, adjunct instructor, Fashion Design-Art;professional sportswear designer.

SPRING4 sessions: (55A) February 9, 11, 16, 1813022 55A PC T R 6:00 pm-9:00 pm SR2

CTD 340CAD: U4ia I0 credits $395 1.8 CEU Add the fundamentals of U4ia for apparel product developmentto your computer design arsenal. As the first steps to appareldesign, begin creating color palettes and color matching as wellas print development, perfect repeats, resizing, and colorways.Practice scanning, image cleaning, and color reduction.Bring a flash drive or CD to class to save your work.

Instructor: Jane Beard, adjunct instructor, Fashion Design-Art;professional sportswear designer.

SPRING6 sessions: (55A) March 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 1811835 55A PC T R 6:00 pm-9:00 pm SR2

CTD 361Get Up to Speed with AutoCAD I0 credits $395 1.8 CEU This course moves quickly through the basics of AutoCAD andexplores the more advanced commands fo the creation ofprofessional two-dimensional construction and presentationdrawings. Bring a flash drive or CD to class to save your work.

SPRING3 sessions: (55A) February 7, 14, 2113196 55A PC U 10:00 am-5:00 pm TBA

CTD 362Get Up to Speed with AutoCAD II0 credits $275 1.2 CEU Prerequisite: CTD 361Use your own project to brush up your skills and implementthe commands learned in Part I. Use AutoCAD efficiently tocreate, view, manage, plot, share, and reuse accurate,information-rich drawings. Bring a flash drive or CD to class to save your work.

SPRING2 sessions: (55A) February 28, March 713197 55A PC U 10:00 am-5:00 pm TBA

CTD 429Introduction to Rhino for the CAD Novice0 credits $150 .6 CEU Rhinoceros is one of the foremost applications used, in jewelrydesign and other industries, for the creation of three-dimensional models for prototyping, mechanical drawings, andlayouts. This course is designed for those students who arenew to computer-aided design, helping them better determineif they are ready to move on to Rhino I, or should instead gainfurther experience with less demanding computer graphicsapplications.

SPRING2 sessions: (55A) February 2, 413024 55A PC T R 6:20 pm-9:10 pm CC154

CTD 4303D Modeling: Rhino I0 credits $275 1.2 CEU Prerequisite: CTD 429 or equivalent experienceRhinoceros is one of the foremost applications used to createthree-dimensional models for prototyping, in jewelry designand other industries, and to create mechanical drawings andlayouts. This first course will cover two-dimensional digitaldrawing and drafting. Class exercises will include jewelry-related material. Bring a flash drive or CD to class to save your work.Required text: Rhino for Jewelry, by Dana Buscaglia —available at FIT bookstore.

Instructor: Dana Buscaglia, digital designer and model maker,certified Rhino instructor.

WINTERIM4 sessions: (55A) January 5, 7, 12, 142995 55A PC T R 6:20 pm-9:10 pm CC154

SPRING4 sessions: (55A) February 5, 12, 19, 2611818 55A PC F 6:20 pm-9:10 pm CC154

CTD 4313D Modeling: Rhino II0 credits $275 1.2 CEU Prerequisite: CTD 430This course will build on Rhino modeling fundamentals, withstudents progressing on to three-dimensional surface and solidmodeling. Class exercises will include jewelry-related material.Bring a flash drive or CD to class to save your work.Required text: Rhino for Jewelry, by Dana Buscaglia —available at FIT bookstore.


SPRING4 sessions: (55A) March 3, 10, 17, 2411819 55A PC W 6:20 pm-9:10 pm CC154



CTD 4323D Modeling: Rhino III0 credits $275 1.2 CEU Prerequisite: CTD 431This course continues to focus on the creation of three-dimensional surfaces and solids. Students learn how to create,manipulate, and edit three-dimensional objects for the makingof models. Class exercises include jewelry-related material.Bring a flash drive or CD to class to save your work.Required text: Rhino for Jewelry, by Dana Buscaglia —available at FIT bookstore.


SPRING4 sessions: (55A) April 9, 16, 23, 3011996 55A PC F 6:20 pm-9:10 pm CC154

CTD 4343D Rendering with Rhino and Flamingo0 credits $275 1.2 CEU Prerequisite: CTD 432 or equivalent experienceIn this course you will learn the rendering and presentation ofdigital three-dimensional designs using Rhino and its plug-in,Flamingo—a photorealistic renderer useful for any and alldesign visualizations and presentations. Three-dimensionalobjects will be provided or created in class. Students areencouraged to bring any digital designs and models they havecreated to class. For students interested in jewelry design, TechGems software will also be utilized. Bring a flash drive or CD to class to save your work.

Instructor: Lauren Pipkorn.

SPRING2 sessions: (55A) May 15, 2212632 55A PC S 10:00 am-5:00 pm CC154

CTD 510QuarkXPress0 credits $275 1.2 CEU Prerequisite: CTB 002 or Mac experienceGain working knowledge of basic Mac operating proceduresand QuarkXPress, a leading graphic design software in thedesign, advertising, and publishing fields. Learn to create yourown mechanicals for print ads by choosing type, scanning, andmanipulating a grayscale image. Bring a flash drive or CD to class to save your work.

Instructor: Egan Gerrity, Gerrity Graphics.

SPRING4 sessions: (55A) February 2, 9, 16, 2311806 55A MAC T 6:20 pm-9:10 pm TBA

CTD 520Adobe InDesign I0 credits $275 1.2 CEU Prerequisite: CTB 002 or Mac experienceInDesign, Adobe’s full-featured page layout program, allowsyou to work seamlessly with other Adobe programs such asPhotoshop, Illustrator, LiveMotion, and Acrobat, giving youunprecedented control over the printed piece. This courseintroduces you to the InDesign interface, including the toolsand palettes, and explains how to create and navigate adocument, work with text and objects, use pen tools, add color,import and manipulate graphics, and manage long documentsand styles. Bring a flash drive or CD to class to save your work.


SPRING4 sessions: (55A) March 3, 10, 17, 24;(55B) April 9, 16, 23, 3011962 55A MAC W 6:20 pm-9:10 pm CC15313322 55B MAC F 6:20 pm-9:10 pm CC153

CTD 522Adobe InDesign II0 credits $275 1.2 CEU Prerequisite: CTD 520This course builds on the topics covered in CTD 520 with anemphasis on new and advanced features of the Adobe InDesignII program. Learn how to use compound paths, tables, placeimages and snippets into a cell, assemble a book, synchronizestyles, and create a table of contents. Discover the value of usingthe story editor, quick apply, new object style, mixed inkswatches, and more. Create transparencies and avoid theirpitfalls. Bring a flash drive or CD to class to save your work.


SPRING4 sessions: (55A) April 7, 14, 21, 2811821 55A MAC W 6:20 pm-9:10 pm CC153

CTD 600Web Design: XHTML0 credits $290 1.2 CEU Given the high-level website development tools available tocreate web content today, does it make any sense to learn howto make websites “by hand,” the old-fashioned way, usingnothing but a text editor? Yes it does. Learn the system of tags(syntax) needed to make a web page and you will be able to useprograms like Dreamweaver more effectively, create pages withany text editor, and build sites that are easy to update quickly.

Instructor: Bud Kraus, founder, joyofcode.com.

SPRING(OL1) February 1 - 28;(OL2) March 8 - April 4;(OL3) April 12 - May 911840 OL1 ONLINE COURSE11842 OL2 ONLINE COURSE13045 OL3 ONLINE COURSE

CTD 605Web Design: Cascading Style Sheets0 credits $395 1.8 CEU Prerequisite: CTD 600 or similar experienceThis course will thoroughly cover all aspects of the cascade inCSS and its most widely supported style properties in today’sweb browsers. Learn how to use CSS specifications to createstyle rules that best leverage the elements of the cascade.Hands-on exercises will demonstrate how to create effectivetypography, rollover links, and floating images, make layoutswithout the use of HTML tables, and use CSS to print web pagesas designed.

Instructor: Bud Kraus, founder, joyofcode.com.

SPRING3 sessions: (55A) March 6, 13, 20;(55B) April 11, 18, 2512220 55A PC S 10:00 am-5:00 pm CC15413649 55B MAC U 10:00 am-5:00 pm C302

CTD 610Web Design: Dreamweaver I0 credits $275 1.2 CEU Prerequisite: CTD 600 or equivalent; for Mac section Macexperience or CTB 002 required What are the components of a successful website? This seminartakes you through the process of web design from the beginningof design to launch. Learn the basics of Dreamweaver, how tooptimize graphics and photos for reliable color and quickdownloading, and how to create easy animations. Explore theweb with guidance, looking for the sites that work and thosethat don’t. Develop an eye for effective design and graphiccommunications in cyberspace. Bring a flash drive or CD to class to save your work.

Instructor: Olufemi Ariyo, web designer, instructional IT expert;Daniel C. Russo, broadcast media art director.

SPRING2 sessions: (55A) March 7, 14;(55B) March 21, 2811745 55A MAC U 10:00 am-5:00 pm CC15311746 55B PC U 10:00 am-5:00 pm CC154

CTD 611Web Design: Dreamweaver II0 credits $275 1.2 CEU Prerequisite: CTD 610Build on the basics and become a pro with Dreamweaver. Thiscourse will expand your understanding of this cutting-edge webdevelopment software and show you how to use Photoshop,QuickTime, and Fireworks to enhance your design withoutsacrificing usability. Learn how to register a domain, select aweb host, and configure FTP, email, and more. Bring a flash drive or CD to class to save your work.

Instructors: Daniel C. Russo, broadcast media art director;Olufemi Ariyo, web designer, instructional IT expert.

SPRING2 sessions: (55A) March 21, 28;(55B) April 10, 1711751 55A MAC U 10:00 am-5:00 pm CC15311752 55B PC S 10:00 am-5:00 pm CC154

CTD 612Web Design: JavaScript0 credits $275 1.2 CEU Many of today’s “Web 2.0” applications rely on JavaScript tocreate rich and dynamic user interfaces. In this course, studentswill learn the fundamentals of the JavaScript programminglanguage along with the Document Object Model, the keycomponent to producing interactive web pages. From there,students will use jQuery, a third party JS library to make JSprogramming easy and fun. Learn simple patterns for creatingreusable widgets, such as dynamic tabs, accordions, andimage, galleries.

WINTERIM2 sessions: (55A) January 10, 173150 55A MAC U 10:00 am-5:00 pm CC153

SPRING4 sessions: (55A) May 5, 7, 12, 1413656 55A W F 6:20 pm-9:10 pm TBA

CTD 615Web Design: GUI0 credits $275 1.2 CEU What makes a person click one item and not another? What isthe best way to structure an interface? Do you, for example,select an aggressive linear approach or instead choose amultiple option approach allowing viewers to use theirjudgement? It all depends on what you as the designer (andyour clients) are trying to accomplish. In this class you willlearn what differentiates one “graphical user interface” fromanother, explore examples of good and bad GUIs, learn how tobuild the all important sitemap or functionality outline anddesign your own website interface.

SPRING4 sessions: (55A) March 4, 11, 18, 2513147 55A MAC R 6:20 pm-9:10 pm CC153

CTD 620Flash I0 credits $275 1.2 CEU Prerequisite: CTD 002 or Mac experienceThis is an introductory level Flash class. Upon completing thiscourse, students will be familiar with the Flash developmentenvironment, the tool menu, drawing tools, and the Flashtimeline. They will know how to create basic tween animations,create symbols, and understand how to customize SWFsettings. Students will be able to create simple animated bannerads.

SPRING4 sessions: (55A) February 3, 10, 17, 24;(55B) March 1, 8, 15, 2211807 55A MAC W 6:20 pm-9:10 pm CC15311808 55B MAC M 6:20 pm-9:10 pm CC153

CTD 621Flash II0 credits $275 1.2 CEU Prerequisite: CTD 620This is an intermediate Flash class. Upon completing thiscourse, students will be familiar with importing external imagesand video, working with Flash’s built-in components, andstructuring a simple website with minimal action script. Basicweb design best practices will also be explored.

SPRING4 sessions: (55A) April 6, 13, 20, 2711810 55A MAC T 6:20 pm-9:10 pm CC153

CTD 630Introduction to PHP0 credits $275 1.2 CEU Flash and Dreamweaver pros can’t get by on great design andanimation or eye-popping interfaces alone. Today, the designermust also understand the back-end components that connectdatabases, screen-based applications, and live users. Learn thebasics of the popular, free, and easy to learn server-sidescripting language, PHP.

Instructor: Fred Gerantabee, award-winning creative director,Grooveyorkcity.

SPRING4 sessions: (55A) April 26, May 3, 10, 1711747 55A PC M 6:20 pm-9:10 pm CC154

CTD 641Search Engine Optimization0 credits $275 1.2 CEU This hands-on course will show you how to help people find thewebsites you design or manage. Learn how you can successfullyadjust your site to be both human and search-engine friendly (andhow to keep it that way in a rapidly evolving industry). Develop akey phrase strategy, create a link building campaign, learn to usefree tools, and become crawl-able, index-able, and well-ranked.

Instructor: Melea Seward, marketing director, Performance of aLifetime.

SPRING2 sessions: (55A) April 25, May 212601 55A PC U 10:00 am-5:00 pm CC154

CTD 710Designing Video for Television and the Internet0 credits $275 1.2 CEU Taking students through the process of designing video formultimedia broadcast, this course will teach them the importantdistinctions in designing for internet, television, and DVD.Compression techniques, discovering how frame rates affectvideo quality, the pros and cons of streaming video vs. eventvideo, and creating video for low and high bandwidths usingQuickTime Pro and MediaCleaner will all be covered.

Instructor: Daniel C. Russo, broadcast media art director.

SPRING2 sessions: (55A) May 1, 811820 55A MAC S 10:00 am-5:00 pm TBA

CTD 800Final Cut Pro0 credits $395 1.8 CEU This hands-on, project-oriented approach to Final Cut Pro,certified by Apple, is a unique introduction to the basic featuresand interface of the popular editing software for the Mac. In thiscourse you will learn to perform the basic editing functionswhile familiarizing yourself with the user interface. Topicsinclude basic setup, adjusting and customizing preferences andsettings, capturing video and audio, variuos editing andtrimming techniques, ripple, roll, slip and slide tools, audioediting and audio creation, finishing, and final outout.

Instructor: Daniel C. Russo, broadcast media art director.

SPRING3 sessions: (55A) February 20, 27, March 6(55B) April 17, 24, May 113650 55A MAC S 10:00 am-5:00 pm C23013651 55B MAC S 10:00 am-5:00 pm C230

COMPUTER TRAINING:PATTERNMAKINGCTP 110Patternmaking: Gerber I0 credits $275 1.8 CEU Prerequisite: basic computer knowledgeIf you are a trained patternmaker, adding computerizedpatternmaking to your skills is vital to compete in today’s market.Whether you work in children’s, men’s, or women’s wear, thisprogram will provide you with hands-on computer experienceapplicable to your company’s designs and specifications. Thebasics of system management, digitizing, plotting, and patterndevelopment are introduced using Gerber’s Accumark System,PDS 2000 Silhouette. Computer beginners are welcome.


SPRING3 sessions: (55A) February 7, 14, 2111812 55A U 10:00 am-5:00 pm TBA

CTP 111Patternmaking: Gerber II0 credits $275 1.8 CEU Prerequisite: CTP 110This follow-up program continues instruction in computerizedpatternmaking using the Gerber system. Gain advancedexperience with the Accumark functions of data management,grading, and marker-making, and progress into thepatternmaking functions. Patterns are developed and plottedwith full attention to individual needs.


SPRING3 sessions: (55A) March 7, 14, 2111813 55A U 10:00 am-5:00 pm TBA



COMPUTER TRAINING: SENIORSCTS 100Introduction to the Personal Computer0 credits $50 .4 CEU Get comfortable with your PC. This short course is designedspecially for seniors, and will teach you all you need to knowto make friends with your computer and begin to discover allthat you can do together. This class is highly recommended foranyone planning to learn word processing or other softwareprograms.


SPRING2 sessions: (55A) February 16, 1811822 55A PC T R 2:10 pm-4:00 pm CC154

CTS 110Making the Most of Email0 credits $50 .4 CEU Email is rapidly becoming the preferred means ofcommunication. This course will show you how to use emailto keep in touch with friends and family all over the world,without long distance charges. Learn how to file away importantmessages and save pictures so that you can find them easily.For those who do not yet have email, this course will cover howto choose an ISP (internet service provider).


SPRING2 sessions: (55A) March 10, 1211823 55A PC W F 2:10 pm-4:00 pm CC154

CTS 120Becoming Internet Savvy0 credits $50 .4 CEU The internet allows you to travel to all corners of the globe fromthe comfort of your home. It has the information you need, beit how to remove a grease stain or the population of Kazakhstan.In this course, you will learn how to search for information, finddiscussion groups of people with similar interests, buy a movieticket, and more.


SPRING2 sessions: (55A) April 13, 1511824 55A PC T R 2:10 pm-4:00 pm CC154

CREATIVE ENTERPRISEOWNERSHIPCEO 001Setting a Course for Your Business0 credits $135 1.2 CEU ($150 for online section)Starting a business requires clear conceptions about yourproduct or service, and about yourself. Examine your strengths,weaknesses, desires, and definition of success in order todevelop a business description that will guide you through theplanning process. Find the perfect name for your business; learnhow to obtain licenses, permits, and tax identification numbers;and set up your business as a legal entity.

Instructors: Robert Levy, Robert B. Levy Consulting; MargoMoore, faculty, Polytechnic University Graduate School,business owner.

WINTERIM4 sessions: (55A) January 4, 6, 11, 132678 55A M W 6:20 pm-9:10 pm TBA

SPRING4 sessions: (55A) February 1, 8, 22, March 1;(55B) April 14, 21, 28, May 5;(OL1) February 16 - March 158549 55A M 6:20 pm-9:10 pm TBA 7890 55B W 6:20 pm-9:10 pm TBA 10324 OL1 ONLINE COURSE

CEO 002Knowing Your Market0 credits $135 1.2 CEU ($150 for online section)Who are your customers? How will you get them to buy yourproduct or service and come back for more? Who are yourcompetitors, and how will you differentiate your business fromtheirs? In this course, you’ll find viable answers to thesequestions, using the array of market research sources availableto New Yorkers. You’ll use the elements and artistry of pricing,promotion, and location to develop a marketing planappropriate to your business idea and budget constraints.

Instructors: Margo Moore, faculty, Polytechnic UniversityGraduate School business owner; Dean Gamanos, president,The Retele Company.

SPRING4 sessions: (55A) March 8, 15, 22, April 5(OL1) March 16 - April 198550 55A M 6:20 pm-9:10 pm TBA 10325 OL1 ONLINE COURSE

CEO 003Formulating Your Financial Strategy0 credits $135 1.2 CEU ($150 for online section)Forecasting sales for a new business is probably the hardestand most important element of financial planning. This coursewill guide you through the soundest methods for making salesprojections and help you find the critical break-even point. Getthe real stories behind banks, loans, grants, private investors,and credit.Required reading: Steps to Small Businss Start-Ups, Pinson &Jinett

Instructor: Margo Moore, faculty, Polytechnic UniversityGraduate School; business owner.

SPRING4 sessions: (55A) April 19, 26, May 3, 10;(OL1) April 20 - May 178551 55A M 6:20 pm-9:10 pm TBA 10326 OL1 ONLINE COURSE

CEO 004Managing Money in a Small Enterprise0 credits $135 1.2 CEU Cash flow management and tax planning are the foundationsof this course. Make the most of your money through budgeting,smart credit policies, and legitimate business deductions. Learnto make business decisions that minimize your taxes and setup record and documentation systems to back it all up.

Instructor: Bill Fauth, PEAK Advisors, Inc.

SPRING4 sessions: (55A) February 18, 25, March 4, 118552 55A R 6:20 pm-9:10 pm TBA

CEO 005Legal Basics for Business Start-ups0 credits $185 1.8 CEU A straight-talking guide to staying out of trouble and knowingyour rights. Learn how to set up your business, form contractsand agreements, examine leases, and obtain trademarks andcopyrights. This course covers the basics, from collections toliability to intellectual property law.

Instructor: David L. Colby, attorney representing start-upventures.

WINTERIM6 sessions: (55A) January 5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 212865 55A T R 6:20 pm-9:10 pm TBA

SPRING6 sessions: (55A) March 2, 9, 16, 23, April 6, 138553 55A T 6:20 pm-9:10 pm TBA

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CEO 008Marketing Techniques for Promoting Business0 credits $135 1.2 CEU Marketing techniques that shadow those of larger businessescan put a tremendous strain on your business’ chief resource—you. In this course, creative entrepreneurs learn manageableand affordable techniques for generating business by attractingnew prospects and building customer loyalty.

Instructor: Jill Youngerman, founder and president, NobleMarketing Associates.

SPRING4 sessions: (55A) February 3, 10, 17, 247531 55A W 6:20 pm-9:10 pm TBA

CEO 009Branding Strategies0 credits $135 1.2 CEU Branding is an important asset to any business. It is also the mostmisunderstood. This course teaches you what a brand is and howto build one. Learn to communicate your image and differentiateyour brand using positioning, pricing, and naming. Create acomplete customer experience throughout your supply chain.

Instructor: W.R. Mann, president, Quickborne.

SPRING4 sessions: (55A) February 24, March 3, 10, 1710319 55A W 6:20 pm-9:10 pm CC40

CEO 010Putting Up a Business-Ready Website0 credits $135 1.2 CEU You have decided a web presence is essential for businesssuccess. Now what? This class will take you step-by-step fromregistering a domain name to publishing your site. The manyoptions available to you will be covered in detail so that youcan determine the best route for your business, customers, andbudget.

SPRING4 sessions: (55A) April 18, 25, May 2, 910320 55A U 1:10 pm-4:00 pm TBA

CEO 011Fundamentals of Online Retailing0 credits $135 1.2 CEU Learn successful strategies for selling online—from thetraditional rules of retailing to the specifics of merchandisinga product online and optimizing a website for the best salesperformance. Course includes evaluation of e-commercebusiness models.

Instructor: Eileen Shulock, internet retail strategist.

SPRING4 sessions: (55A) February 19, 26, March 5, 1210322 55A F 6:20 pm-9:10 pm TBA

CEO 012Selling Your Products and Services0 credits $135 1.2 CEU The most important sales person in your business is you. So,if selling is your least favorite activity, your business is probablynot reaching its full potential. Understanding what yourbusiness has to offer, developing a vocabulary to describe yourwork, and learning how your creations or services can fill theneeds of potential clients will cast selling in a whole new light.Learn how to ask for the price you deserve, negotiate whenappropriate, and close the deal.

Instructor: Nick Papadopoulos, founder, Sky’s The LimitCorporation, www.skysthelimitcorp.com.

SPRING4 sessions: (55A) February 17, 24, March 3, 108555 55A W 6:20 pm-9:10 pm TBA

CEO 013Getting Press and Publicity0 credits $135 1.2 CEU What’s the difference between an acknowledged artist and anunknown artist? A mention in The New York Times. Learn toput yourself in the loop for free publicity from newspapers,magazines, and trade publications. This class helps you puttogether a public relations plan covering everything from pressreleases and press kits to low-cost promotional events. Developyour special angle for attracting the media’s interest in yourbusiness.

Instructors: Carolyn Nurnberg, VP, Rubenstein CommunicationsInc.; Howard Geltzer, cofounder, Geltzer & Company.

SPRING4 sessions: (55A) February 18, 25, March 4,11(55B) March 17, 24, April 7, 148556 55A R 6:20 pm-9:10 pm TBA 9546 55B W 6:20 pm-9:10 pm TBA

CEO 014Marketing Your Product to Boutiques0 credits $135 1.2 CEU Boutiques and specialty department stores want unique piecesto sell. This course helps you develop a plan to perfect yourproduct, set a price, and start to publicize. Learn how to findbuyers and sell your product effectively.

Instructor: Mary Beth Budd, Owner, MBA Productions, Inc./Trienawear.

SPRING4 sessions: (55A) April 22, 29, May 6, 139101 55A R 6:20 pm-9:10 pm TBA

CEO 015The Power of Negotiation0 credits $135 1.2 CEU Your negotiating skill may be the determining factor in howsuccessful you will be in business. Whether it’s setting a price,ironing out the terms of a contract, resolving conflicts, or justgetting someone to agree on a meeting time, entrepreneursmust negotiate every day. This course will introduce you to awide array of negotiating techniques and provide you with thetools you need to negotiate in various situations.

Instructor: David L. Colby, attorney representing start-upventures.

SPRING4 sessions: (55B) April 20, 27, May 4, 1112313 55B T 6:20 pm-9:10 pm TBA

CEO 019Creative Business Plans for Consulting Success0 credits $135 1.2 CEU Whether you are planning to launch a freelance service or arealready out on your own, learn how to establish a properbusiness foundation for your consulting enterprise. This coursefocuses on the role of the consultant and reviews the specialaspects of a service provider business. Legal and financialaspects are analyzed, including tips on how to select and workwith a lawyer, accountant, banker, and insurance broker. Classparticipation is encouraged.

Seminar leader: Joseph Schufle, small business specialist.

WINTERIM4 sessions: (55A) January 4, 6, 11, 133041 55A M W 6:20 pm-9:10 pm TBA

SPRING4 sessions: (55A) March 4, 11, 18, 25;(55B) April 22, 29, May 6, 1311541 55A R 6:20 pm-9:10 pm TBA 12215 55B R 6:20 pm-9:10 pm TBA

CEO 020Opening Your Own Boutique0 credits $135 1.2 CEU What could be better than having your own store? Having asuccessful store. This exciting course will teach you the basicsof small-store retailing success—dedicated customer servicethat keeps them coming back. Topics covered include displayand merchandising; tracking and pricing inventory for optimumprofitability; setting policies for refunds, credits, and layaways;and effective advertising and marketing tools.

Instructor: Princess Jenkins, owner, the Brownstone.

SPRING4 sessions: (55A) February 16, 23, March 2, 9;(55B) April 22, 29, May 6, 1310568 55A T 6:20 pm-9:10 pm TBA 12216 55B R 6:20 pm-9:10 pm TBA



CEO 027Communicating Your Brand0 credits $135 1.2 CEU Once you’ve created your brand, how do you go aboutcommunicating it? Learn to strategically refine your messageand graphical representation, and present them through theappropriate channels, including the internet, public relations,and advertising.

Instructor: W.R. Mann, president, Quickborne.

SPRING4 sessions: (55A) April 21, 28, May 5, 1211995 55A W 6:20 pm-9:10 pm TBA

CEO 030Web 2.0 and Your Business0 credits $135 1.2 CEU Is Web 2.0—social media, Facebook, Linkedin, MySpace,Twitter, Wikipedia, blogging, etc.— mandatory for staying ‘withit’ or are they just time wasters? How do you use it to grow yourbusiness? What is the relationship between your website andyour marketing efforts? Your email list? Your social networkingsites? This Web 2.0 for entrepreneurs class will help you cutthrough the clutter and build real connections, online and off,using social media, story telling, and the (new, ever-changing)web.

Instructor: Melea Seward, marketing director, Performance of aLifetime.

SPRING2 sessions: (55A) February 6, 1313142 55A S 10:00 am-5:00 pm CC154

FASHION BUSINESSSXF 020Costing: How to Win the Garment Game0 credits $155 You’ll never have to say “sales were great, but we lost money”after completing this basic costing program. Reduce thegambles in apparel and related accessories manufacturing bylearning how to cost out a product correctly. Course emphasizesthe importance of establishing prices that customers are willingto pay while reducing financial risks, achieving return oninvestments, and increasing net profitability. Reviewsaccounting theory applicable to the fashion business.

Seminar leader: Bernard N. Kahn, adjunct assistant professor,Production Management: Fashion and Related Industries;manufacturing consultant.

SPRING3 sessions: (55A) March 11,18, 2510202 55A R 6:00 pm-9:00 pm TBA

SXF 118Maximize Your Fashion Skills and Super-size YourCareer0 credits $125 Do you want to advance your career in design, marketing, eventplanning, or promotion? Do you want to break into a new areaof the industry or into a new field such as entertainment? Identifycareer possibilities that capitalize on your talents and create anaction plan to brand yourself, network, and pitch your projects.Learn to package your expertise and uniqueness for a careerreinvention.

Instructor: Jim Arnoff, The Arnoff Company, Inc.; certified lifecoach, entertainment attorney, and television packaging agent.

WINTERIM3 sessions: (55A) January 13, 20, 273073 55A W 6:00 pm-9:00 pm TBA

SXF 200How to Style, Plan, and Merchandise an Apparel Line0 credits $225 If you are a manufacturer, designer, or product developer, thiscourse will help you create a cohesive and saleable line. Startwith the merchandising function, which stresses how to plan,fashion, and implement customer targeting for regional markets.The design process and color, fabric, and silhouette selection aredemonstrated and sourcing is discussed. Includes informationon the first sample and the control steps vital to the productionphase, both domestic and foreign. Learn how to present yourcollection and receive tips on resources throughout the world.

Workshop leader: Tina Shoulders, social media strategist,graphic and textile designer; creative director, Laidback Home,with industry-experienced guest speaker.

WINTERIM2 sessions: (55A) January 8, 152960 55A F 9:15 am-3:45 pm TBA

SPRING4 sessions: (55A) February 24, March 3, 10, 1710571 55A W 6:15 pm-9:00 pm TBA

SXF 250How to Write Garment Specs That Really Count0 credits $210 Upgrade the quality and consistency of your samples andproduction by improving your ability to write comprehensive,accurate specifications. This hands-on workshop explains howto measure and set up a spec sheet to communicate in anymarket and at any price point, whether you are sourcing abroador at home. Review the techniques necessary to analyze theparticular specs for cut-and-sew knits, sweater knits, andwovens. Learn how to change the specifications of an existinggarment and develop a new one. Excellent prerequisite to SXP356.Bring to the first session a knit (T-shirt fabric) and a woven topand bottom, tape measure, 2”x18” clear plastic ruler, andstraight pins.

Workshop leader: Eileen Karp, assistant professor, FashionDesign-Apparel; garment manufacturing technical designdirector.

WINTERIM4 sessions: (55A) January 4, 7, 11, 142825 55A M R 6:30 pm-9:30 pm TBA

SPRING4 sessions: (55A) March 25, April 8, 15, 2210271 55A R 6:30 pm-9:30 pm TBA

SXF 400Fashionspeak: How to Get What You Want, When YouNeed It0 credits $210 In the fast-changing fashion business, having the rightvocabulary to describe trends, garments, and modernproduction techniques increases your professionalism andimproves your ability to get the look and quality you expect.This program will teach you how to use correct terminology.Learn to describe silhouettes, details, production steps, andcomputer applications through visits to sites such as a designand color forecasting service, a private label manufacturer, acomputer design service, and The Museum at FIT. Highlyrecommended for fashion, media, or finance personnel in needof trade lingo.First class meets in Room E226, with subsequent locationsdiscussed at first class. Class limited to 15.

Seminar leaders: Jaye G. Edelstein, adjunct assistant professor,Fashion Design-Apparel professional designer/productdeveloper; Camille Block, designer, merchandiser, and productdeveloper.

WINTERIM4 sessions: (55A) January 6, 13, 20, 272882 55A W 5:45 pm-9:00 pm TBA

SPRING4 sessions: (55A) February 18, 25, March 4, 1110207 55A R 5:45 pm-9:00 pm TBA




SXF 500Fabrication: Everything You Need to Know0 credits $230 This intensive workshop is for anyone in the fashion and relatedindustries who works with fabrics or fabric terminology.Whether you are in retailing, manufacturing, a textile entryposition, or copywriting, you can increase your skill,vocabulary, and knowledge of everything fabric-related, fromfibers to finished product. Course teaches fiber properties,effective end-use information, and methods of yarn and clothmanufacturing through lecture, demonstration, and hands-onanalysis.Workbook included.

Seminar leaders: Theodore Hoffman, adjunct assistantprofessor, Textile Development and Marketing; Wallace J. Filler,adjunct assistant professor, Textile Development and Marketing,textile converter.

WINTERIM2 or 4 sessions: (55A) January 6, 13, 20, 27;(55B) January 30, February 62806 55A W 6:00 pm-9:00 pm TBA 3070 55B S 9:30 am-4:00 pm TBA

SPRING2 sessions: (55A) February 20, 2710211 55A S 9:30 am-4:00 pm TBA

SXF 501Fabrication Dyeing, Printing, and Finishing Essentials0 credits $155 Would your career benefit from a more complete knowledge oftextile and garment dyeing, printing, and finishing techniques?This intensive workshop covers styling fundamentals andselecting fabric in response to the demands of the apparel ordomestics markets. Patterns, colors, and finishes are stressed.Program considers dyestuff properties and their applications;screen, roller, and heat transfer printing; and chemical andmechanical finishing processes.Excellent follow-up to SXF 500.

Seminar leaders: Theodore Hoffman, adjunct assistantprofessor, Textile Development and Marketing; Wallace J. Filler,adjunct assistant professor, Textile Development and Marketing,textile converter.

WINTERIM1 session: (55A) January 232807 55A S 9:30 am-4:30 pm TBA

SPRING1 session: (55A) March 610212 55A S 9:30 am-4:30 pm TBA

SXF 600Quick Sketching for the Fashion Business0 credits $160 Learn how to present fashion design ideas or adaptationsthrough simple fashion sketching using effective shortcuts.Illustrate fashion details and draw fashion figures, apparel, andflat sketches. Learn to enhance your fashion communicationsskills, particularly in areas related to private-label productdevelopment or translating ideas gathered at the market.Although no professional art training is required, basic creativeabilities are helpful.

Instructor: Diane De Mers, professor, Fashion Design-Art.

WINTERIM3 sessions: (55A) January 7, 14, 21;(55B) January 12, 19, 262804 55A R 6:00 pm-9:00 pm TBA 3071 55B T 6:00 pm-9:00 pm TBA

FASHION EVENTS PLANNINGSXE 100Introduction to Fashion Publicity and Events Planning0 credits $250 1.2 CEU Are you a freelance specialist or an executive responsible forcorporate promotional events? This intensive program teachesyou how to formulate media plans to promote products,services, and events. Learn the tools of publicity. Programincludes budgets and tips on how to formulate and directpromotional needs in order to coordinate special events foryourself or your clients.

Instructor: Barbara Berman, wardrober and show coordinator,with guests from the field.

WINTERIM4 sessions: (55A) January 5, 19, 26, February 22798 55A T 6:00 pm-9:00 pm TBA

SPRING2 or 4 sessions: (55A) February 25, March 4, 11, 18;(55B) April 8, 911364 55A R 6:30 pm-9:30 pm TBA 10497 55B R F 9:30 am-4:30 pm TBA

SXE 210Events II: Publicity Writing Workshop0 credits $255 1.25 CEU Prerequisite: SXE 100 or PR and events planning experienceIf you are going to be taken seriously in the world of eventing, yourwritten materials have to reflect not only your creativity but alsoyour attention to detail and professionalism. This workshop coversevery aspect of winning communications, from eye-catching save-the-date cards and invitations to compelling pitch letters, properlyformatted press releases, and when and how to use email effectively.Special attention is given to making press kits, the all importanttool for attracting media support. Memos and agendas for effectiveteam project directives and client communications are included.

Instructor: Loretta Volpe, professor, Advertising and MarketingCommunications, with guest lecturers from the field.

SPRING4 sessions: (55A) April 22, 29, May 6, 13, 2011365 55A R 6:30 pm-9:00 pm TBA

SXE 215Events III: How to Present Yourself to Anyone and WinClients0 credits $195 .9 CEU Possessing events know-how is part of the game, but gettingassignments and working is what gets you to the goal line. Thisinteractive program teaches you how to successfully marketyourself and your skills, and how to initiate and maintain clientrelationships. Learn to upgrade your personal presentations —whether it’s for high-level CEOs, celebrities, or localentrepreneurs. Selling, pitching, and delivering are emphasizedand included is information on goodie bags and other favors.Diminish nervousness and shyness through practice sessions.Recommended text discussed at first session.

Instructor: Jane Ubell-Meyer, president and editor-in-chief,Madison & Mulholland; product placement and gift bagspecialist.

SPRING3 sessions: (55A) April 13, 20, 2712247 55A T 6:30 pm-9:30 pm TBA

SXE 310Fashion Publicity and Events Planning Workshop0 credits $250 1.2 CEU Prerequisites: SXE 100, SXE 210, SXE 215, and SXM 440 Experience real-world teamwork and formulate a professionalmedia plan. Each team creates a theme, campaign, and kit. Programincludes how to work within budgets, interact with clients, andproduce winning events. Attendees pitch their concepts to actualmedia experts who critique and give event’s career advise.

Instructor: Edgar Trinidad, vice president of client relations,Fineberg Publicity, Inc.; fashion-related public relations andevents specialist.

WINTERIM4 sessions: (55A) January 11, 25, February 1, 83046 55A M 6:00 pm-9:00 pm TBA

SPRING4 sessions: (55A) May 10, 17, 24, June 711367 55A M 6:00 pm-9:00 pm TBA




For more information call 212 217.7715 or visitwww.fitnyc.edu/hottopics


FASHION STYLINGSXS 100Introduction to Fashion Styling0 credits $290 1.8 CEU ($305 for online sections) If you have a strong visual sense and an aptitude for workingwith color and proportion, consider becoming a fashion stylist,creating visual solutions for publications, media, andentertainment events. This course provides an in-depth studyof the stylist’s role in print and interactive media, with anemphasis on fashion and home fashion. The actual work andresponsibilities of the assistant stylist and stylist—fromshopping and prepping merchandise to working with modelsand layouts—are covered. The specifics of stylingprofessionalism are taught. Program is highly interactive, withwork assignments.Some additional expenses required. Text assigned at first class.

Instructors: Emma Sosa, professional stylist, Nancy Alusick,professional stylist; Sadia Seymour, professional stylist.

WINTERIM6 or 3 sessions: (55A) January 6, 13, 20, 27, February 3, 10;(55B) January 7, 8, 92795 55A W 6:00 pm-9:00 pm TBA 2968 55B R 9:30 am-4:30 pm TBA

F 9:30 am-4:30 pm TBA S 9:30 am-4:30 pm TBA

SPRING6 sessions: (55A) February 17, 24, March 3, 10, 17, 24;(55B) February 20, 27, March 6, 13, 20, 27;(OL1) February 15 - March 26;(OL2) April 12 - May 2110178 55A W 6:00 pm-9:00 pm TBA 10179 55B S 9:30 am-12:30 pm TBA 12005 OL1 ONLINE COURSE12006 OL2 ONLINE COURSE

SXS 200Fashion Styling II: Fashion Styling for Media0 credits $325 1.8 CEU Prerequisites: SXS 100, SXM 100, and SXM 220This program provides a step-by-step education in the basicsof styling for advertising, print layouts, television commercials,and video assignments. Course includes how to shop themarket, work with costume designers, and pick models andactors. The professionalism necessary for both large and smallassignments is stressed. Program includes a mock photo shoot.Students receive one portfolio-quality tear sheet. Someadditional expenses required.Instructors: Nancy Alusick, professional stylist; EmmanuelFaure, commercial photographer

WINTERIM3 sessions: (55A) January 10, 17, 242796 55A U 9:30 am-4:30 pm TBA

SPRING6 sessions: (55A) April 12, 19, 26, May 3, 10, 1710180 55A M 6:00 pm-9:00 pm TBA

SXS 300Fashion Styling III: Launching Your Career0 credits $330 2.1 CEUPrerequisites: SXM 100, SXM 120, SXM 220, SXS 100, andSXS 200Learn tips on the practical side of styling to enhance successand monetary rewards. Topics covered include how toconduct business and market your talents properly, and anexploration of personal management vs. agent representation.Financial management is stressed, and practices common tothe field are explained. Program stresses the use of theportfolio as a vital instrument in securing assignments invarious media, and students develop their own professionalportfolios to showcase their marketability and creativity.

Instructors: Cynthia Raffa, professional stylist; and JosephSchufle, small business specialist.

WINTERIM7 sessions: (55A) January 5, 12, 19, 26, February 2, 9, 163154 55A T 6:00 pm-9:00 pm TBA

FIT/NYC TALK AND TOURSSXT 300Brooklyn: Williamsburg, The New Style Frontier0 credits $55 Experience the cultural vitality of the Williamsburg section ofBrooklyn, often referred to as the new SoHo. Browse throughvintage clothing and housewares that will inspire futurefashion and lifestyle trends. Discover up-and-coming artistsin Brooklyn’s diverse galleries. Sample a great selection ofrestaurants, coffee houses, and family-run bakeries.Williamsburg exhibits the traditional alongside the ultra-modern, even as it changes rapidly, making it a trend hot spot.After a brief introduction at FIT, attendees travel to Brooklynby subway.Brunch/lunch as you go (food and subway costs not includedin course fee). No same-day registration.

Seminar leader: Trina Morris, publicist, Style Root PR.

SPRING1 session: (55A) April 1710220 55A S 12:00 pm-5:00 pm TBA

SXT 500Star-Quality Vintage Shopping0 credits $100 Whether your interest is personal or professional, find out howto acquire exciting clothes and accessories for unbelievableprices at the hottest, most reliable vintage and thrift shops intown. Program starts with the ins and outs of this bargain-hunting specialty, including where to go and how to shop forand evaluate goods. Part of both sessions is spent out in thefield, strengthening your critical eye and discovery skills, andintroducing you to prime shops. Stop at a coffee bar for a show-and-tell wrap-up.Class limited to 16. Highly recommended for stylists,designers, or shoppers with a passion for vintage fashion.(Food and subway costs not included in course fee). No same-day registration.

Seminar leader: Emma Sosa, professional stylist.

SPRING2 sessions: (55A) March 20, 27;(55B) May 1, 811380 55A S 11:00 am-3:00 pm TBA 10540 55B S 11:00 am-3:00 pm TBA

SXT 800Shop, Cook, and Eat: The Best of New York0 credits $55 Channel your creativity into yummy yet simple cooking toimprove your lifestyle and wow friends and family. Learn to shopthe Big Apple markets as you sample fabulous cheeses,artisanal breads, farm fresh veggies, and irresistible desserts.Discover ethnich neighborhoods for spicing up your meals.Start by having a real food expert answer all your questionsfrom purchasing cookware to food sources to prep. Tour severalcity markets and ethnic purveyors as you learn about quality,price and seasonal variety. Go from the Chelsea Market to UnionSquare to areas like Bleeker Street and Chinatown, meetinggrowers, vendors and chefs. Pick up professional tips andgoodies. Program culminates with a fun and informative lunchin Chinatown. Both kitchen novices and the more experiencedcook are welcome.Lunch approximately $15, and subway cost not included in course fee. No same-day registration.

Instructor: Michael Cokkinos, associate professor, Advertisingand Marketing Communications; culinary arts instructor, foodwriter, and former executive chef.

SPRING1 session: (55A) April 1012239 55A S 10:00 am-4:00 pm TBA

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SXT 802Shop, Cook, and Eat: Gourmet on a Budget0 credits $55 Staying home more and eating out less? No need to order in orsacrifice fine dining when you can learn to make gourmet dishesat a fraction of going restaurant rates. Spend the day with a realfood expert who first teaches how to choose stress-free recipesthat capitalize on seasonal availability. Next go on a discoverywalking tour to learn how and where to buy ingredients at thebest prices. Return to FIT’s demo kitchen and participate in agroup prep and cook session. Final step: “Bon Appetite”, eat,cook, and critique. Both kitchen novices and the moreexperienced cook are welcome.An additional expense of $15 for food marketing payable inclass. Subway fare not included in course fee. No same dayregistration.

Instructor: Michael Cokkinos, associate professor, Advertisingand Marketing Communications; culinary arts instructor, foodwriter, and former executive chef.

SPRING1 session: (55A) May 113637 55A S 10:00 am-5:00 pm TBA

HOME FASHION MARKETSXH 010Fashion Styling: Home Fashion Business0 credits $160 Get in-depth exposure to the growing world of home fashionstyling, including opportunities in media, entertainment, andretailing. Program presents the fundamentals of styling fromproject conception through prop selection and stresses the artof visual presentation with home products. Guests from the fieldgive additional perspectives on the many options available fora home styling career.

Seminar leader: Gregory Wegweiser, designer, stylist, and visualmerchandising expert.

WINTERIM3 sessions: (55A) January 4, 11, 252827 55A M 6:15 pm-8:15 pm TBA

SXH 100Learn the Top Ten Design Motifs of All Time0 credits $210 Do your Roman concepts turn out Greek? Have you suggestedArt Deco when you meant Art Nouveau? Can you never keepBiedermeier and Bauhaus straight? It doesn’t matter whetheryou’re in the home- or apparel-related markets or the media;being able to recall and utilize historical design elementscorrectly is a professional skill. Program features importantstylistic periods demonstrated through slides and discussion.Sharpen your ability to instantly recognize historical motifs anddesign elements and strengthen your design vocabulary andinterpretive abilities.Certificate students meet the last night.

Seminar leader: Susan Slotkis, adjunct associate professor,Interior Design; interior designer, Allied Member, ASID;associate member, IDEC; author, Foundations of InteriorDesign.

SPRING5 sessions: (55A) February 18, 25, March 4, 11, 1810222 55A R 6:30 pm-9:30 pm TBA

SXH 300Color Intensive Workshop for the Home FashionMarket0 credits $210 To get ahead or get started in home fashion, maximizing yourcolor performance skills is a must. Strengthen your ability tocreate harmonious color combinations, one of the most vitallyimportant tools used in merchandising products for the home.Utilizing the key color palettes of Western history, this coursewill teach you how interior design, art, and antiques becomecolor scheme resources. Learn to use correct color terminologyand develop your eye for matching textures and surfaces, fromnubby fabrics to glossy ceramics. Work with a home furnishingscolor professional on in-class assignments.

Workshop leader: Susan Slotkis, adjunct associate professor,Interior Design; interior designer, Allied Member, ASID;associate member, IDEC; author, Foundations of InteriorDesign.

SPRING4 sessions: (55A) March 9, 16, 23, April 610545 55A T 6:30 pm-9:30 pm TBA

IMAGE CONSULTINGSXI 100Introduction to Image Consulting0 credits $290 1.8 CEU ($305 for online sections) Capitalize on your fashion industry experience and educationby learning the basics of image consulting in this in-depthtechnical program. Course of study includes color, line, andvisual principles. Analyzing the human figure and face isstressed. Hair, makeup, and skin care information is covered.The class is highly interactive and attendees complete readingand work assignments.Bring the following textbooks to first class: Color Me Confident,by Henderson and Henshaw; The Triumph of Individual Style,by Mathis and Conner; and third textbook to be announced atthe first day of class (available at Barnes & Noble at FIT).

Instructors: Dominique Isbecque, AICI, CIP, image consultant;Carol Davidson, AICI, CIP, image consultant; Beryl Wing, AICI,CIP, image consultant.

WINTERIM6 sessions: (55A) January 12, 19, 26, February 2, 9, 162799 55A T 6:00 pm-9:00 pm TBA

SPRING6 sessions: (55A) February 23, March 2, 9, 16, 23, April 6;(55B) February 20, 27, March 6, 13, 20, 27;(OL1) February 16 - March 27;(OL2) April 12 - May 2110183 55A T 6:00 pm-9:00 pm TBA 10184 55B S 9:30 am-12:30 pm TBA 12007 OL1 ONLINE COURSE13069 OL2 ONLINE COURSE

SXI 200Image Consulting II: Wardrobing and Components ofPersonal Image0 credits $290 1.8 CEU ($305 for online section) Prerequisite: SXI 100This program provides a step-by-step education in the basicsof women’s and men’s fashion styles, including fabricidentification, garment details, and silhouettes. Wardrobe andaccessory analysis is included, and personal shopping andimage consulting business methods are explored. This classis highly interactive and attendees complete reading and workassignments.

Instructors: Mary Anne Kokidis, AICI, CIP, image consultant;Beryl Wing, AICI, CIP, image consultant.

WINTERIM6 sessions: (55A) January 7, 14, 21, 28, February 4, 112800 55A R 6:00 pm-9:00 pm TBA

SPRING6 sessions: (55A) March 11, 18, 25, April 8, 15, 22;(OL1) April 12 - May 2110185 55A R 6:00 pm-9:00 pm TBA 13638 OL1 ONLINE COURSE


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SXI 300Image Consulting III: Business Essentials for Success0 credits $310 2.1 CEU Prerequisites: SXI 100 and SXI 200Learn the practical side of freelancing and entrepreneurship inthis exciting field as you develop the skills necessary for thebusiness of image. Lectures explain how to set up and marketyour own business and develop a mission statement andbusiness plan. Also discussed is how to attract new clients andcater to the ones you already have. Workshop includes classprojects, home assignments, and role-play situations thatemphasize client service development.

Instructor: Dominique Isbecque, AICI, CIP, image consultant.

WINTERIM7 sessions: (55A) January 5, 12, 19, 26, February 2, 9, 162801 55A T 6:00 pm-9:00 pm TBA

SPRING7 sessions: (55A) April 13, 20, 27, May 4, 11, 18, 2510186 55A T 6:30 pm-9:30 pm TBA

MEDIA EVENTS ANDPHOTOGRAPHYSXM 100Styling Tricks of the Trade: Pinning, Taping, andClothing Care0 credits $160 Prerequisite: SXS 100 or professional wardrobing and stylingexperienceThis hands-on workshop reveals secret techniques used byhighly regarded stylists and wardrobe coordinators to help yousucceed in businesses that require garments and accessoriesto be photographed or worn on stage. Learn master-levelironing and steaming iron maintenance. Proper hangers arereviewed and professional pinning techniques are practiced.Course includes tips and hints, only known in the trade, aboutstain removal, taping, and building a styling kit.A professional resource guide is included. Bring to first class atape measure, press cloth, and a men’s cotton dress shirt.

Workshop leader: Pattie Barbosa, professional wardrobecostumer, stylist and star dresser.

WINTERIM3 sessions: (55A) January 16, 23, 302826 55A S 9:00 am-12:00 pm TBA

SPRING3 sessions: (55A) February 20, 27, March 610273 55A S 9:00 am-12:00 pm TBA

SXM 200Photography: For Self-Expression or Profit0 credits $170 If your photos aren’t capturing important moments the way youhoped they would, this introductory photography course is foryou. Learn the techniques, step by step, for turning ordinarypictures into works of art. Become knowledgeable aboutcameras, lenses, and the elements that go into creating a greatphotograph. Using either film or digital capture, you will bebetter able to understand what you can realistically accomplishwith the equipment you own. Learn how to upgrade and usephotographic equipment professionally. Through actual photoshoots and critiquing, improve composition while maximizinglight and texture. Includes tips on selling your images.Attendees must bring their own camera to all sessions.

Instructors: Allen Hochman, adjunct assistant professor,Photography, professional photographer; Ken Chan,professional photographer.

WINTERIM5 sessions: (55A) January 9, 16, 23, 30, February 62956 55A S 9:30 am-12:30 pm TBA

SPRING5 sessions: (55A) February 24, March 3, 10, 17, 2410905 55A W 5:45 pm-8:45 pm TBA

SXM 210Photography: Beyond the Basics0 credits $170 Knowing how to compose a photograph is one of the mostimportant building blocks in creative photography. Go beyondthe basics of camera usage, such as f-stops and shutter speeds,and further develop your ability to create exciting photographs.Class explores the use of color filters to create moods and willhelp you make striking photographs using both color and black-and-white film. Course emphasizes how to improve your composition and add more interest to your pictures. Learnbasic lighting that you can do inexpensively at home, for bothstill-life and portrait photography.

Instructors: Allen Hochman, adjunct assistant professor,Photography, professional photographer; Ken Chan,professional photographer.

SPRING5 sessions: (55A) April 14, 21, 28, May 5, 1210276 55A W 5:45 pm-8:45 pm TBA

SXM 220Introduction to Fashion Photography0 credits $250 Let industry professionals teach you the basics of fashion andbeauty photography, including lighting techniques. By thesecond session, spend the entire day participating in a mockphoto shoot with digital equipment and live models. Programprovides tips on selecting and working with support staff andequipment, followed by a critique and professional portfolio-development class. Includes discussions about the demandsof the European, South American, and U.S. markets. Excellentfor stylists and photographers who are looking to broaden theirfreelance options.Attendees must bring a camera to all sessions.

Workshop leader: Mea Mazzarella, fashion and beautyphotographer.

WINTERIM3 sessions: (55A) January 9, 16, 232957 55A S 9:30 am-4:00 pm TBA

SXM 230Beginning Digital Photography0 credits $185 If you are a recreational photographer using either a 35 mm ordigital camera and looking to develop your digital skills, thisprogram can help. Learn the what and where of buying a digitalphotography set-up. Program information includes camerafunctions, depth of field, motion control, and zoom lensdifferences.Working hands-on, attendees are taught to takepictures, download images onto a computer, and scan 35 mmimages. Basic image editing is included.

Workshop leader: Ken Chan, professional photographer.

SPRING5 sessions: (55A) April 17, 24, May 1, 8, 1510285 55A S 1:00 pm-4:00 pm TBA

SXM 240Advanced Fashion and Beauty Photography withDigital Techniques0 credits $215 Experience the excitement and challenges of on-locationfashion and beauty photography. Working on mock shootingassignments, participants are guided through the sequentialsteps to success in this competitive field. Technical skills areput to use in two photo shoots with live models, review andcritique sessions, and instruction in digital applications.Excellent for photographers’ portfolio development.Attendees must bring their own camera to all sessions.

Workshop leader: Mea Mazzarella, fashion and beautyphotogrpaher.

SPRING3 sessions: (55A) March 13, 20, 2713639 55A S 9:30 am-4:00 pm TBA



PET PRODUCT DESIGN ANDMARKETINGSXD 625Fashion Design for Pet Apparel0 credits $200 1.2 CEU Redirect your design and sewing skills into one of today’s fastestgrowing markets—fashion-inspired pet clothing. Frombulldogs to American bobtails, pets are strutting designer stuffand owners are vying for best-dressed awards for their four-legged family members. This hands-on workshop starts withan introduction to body forms, functional needs, and a seasonalfabric guide. Ease of dressing and safety tips are considered inrelation to T-shirts, winter coats, and couture ensembles. Learnhow to create your own garments using sketches and get tipsfor developing a line and prospering in this exciting field.

Instructor: Kris Lynch, president, Ruff-puppy Ruff-doggie, avertical pet product company; former toy industry executive.

SPRING4 sessions: (55A) March 4, 11, 18, 2513070 55A R 6:00 pm-9:00 pm TBA

SXD 640 How to Get Your Pet Apparel and Product Concepts toMarket$200 1.2 CEUDo you have great ideas for pet apparel, accessories, andproducts? This program concentrates on the steps necessaryto getting your products manufactured, promoted, and placedinto retail stores. Learn how to get into this hot market, andabout designing, licensing, and sourcing. How to priceproducts, research, evaluate, and choose retail distribution isexplained, including low-end stores such as supermarketsand drug chains to middle-tier chain stores and high-endspecialty stores and boutiques. Program information is “realworld” covering both pitfalls and best practices withemphasis on turning your ideas into real products andprofits.

Workshop leader: Kris Lynch, president, Ruff-puppy Ruff-doggie, a vertical pet product company, former toy industryexecutive.

WINTERIM4 sessions: January 13, 20, 27, February 33083 55A W 6:00 pm-9:00 pm TBA

PRODUCT DEVELOPMENTESSENTIALSSXP 105Quality Fashion: How to Make It, How to Deliver It0 credits $240 1.2 CEU Overcome retailer RTVs and customer dissatisfaction byinstituting a profit building quality assurance program. Don’tjust concentrate on inspecting goods only after they’re finished;learn how to construct quality programs by building on afoundation of proper specifications correctly communicatedwhen and where they are needed. Techniques stressed areapplicable to manufacturing anywhere. Auditing methods, totalquality management, AQL, and ISO9000 certification arecovered, and discussion includes independent auditing forcontinuous improvement.

Instructor: Bernard N. Kahn, adjunct assistant professor,Production Management: Fashion and Related Industries;manufacturing consultant.

SPRING4 sessions: (55A) February 11, 18, 25, March 413119 55A R 6:30 pm-9:30 pm TBA

SXP 110How to Master Global Security and Social Compliance0 credits $240 1.2 CEU Learn how to navigate national and international securityrequirements that challenge the manufacturing of private labeland brand goods. Successful strategies to gain approval fromeven the most stringent social compliance programs areemphasized. Special attention is paid to dealing with thecompliance requirements of multiple retailers. CurrentHomeland Security regulations, C-TPAT, WRAP, and otherinitiatives are included. Highly recommended for supply chainmanagers and sourcing professionals.

Workshop leader: Bernard N. Kahn, adjunct assistant professor,Production Management: Fashion and Related Industries;manufacturing consultant.

WINTERIM4 sessions: (55A) January 5, 12, 19, 263155 55A T 6:00 pm-9:00 pm TBA

SXP 120How to Build a Better Garment: Stitches, Seams, andFinishing0 credits $240 1.2 CEU Whether you are a sourcing or production manager, technicaldesigner, or product development professional, you must be amaster of garment construction in order to produce superiorproducts. Learn about best practices in garment constructionand detail writing. Learn about universal stitch and seamterminology so that your specs can be understood in anylanguage. Topics covered include the secrets of properfinishing, to ensure that your products grab the customers’attention at retail.

Instructor: Bernard N. Kahn, adjunct assistant professor,Production Management: Fashion and Related Industries;manufacturing consultant.

WINTERIM4 sessions: (55A) January 14, 21, 28, February 43066 55A R 6:00 pm-9:00 pm TBA

SPRING4 sessions: (55A) April 8, 15, 22, 2912009 55A R 6:30 pm-9:30 pm TBA

SXP 300The Ultimate Guide to Fit Approval Process Success0 credits $295 1.2 CEU Learn the fit approval process from start to finish. Programstresses the correct approach to reviewing an apparel sample,including measuring an approval sample and checking andestablishing proper fit construction and workmanship. How toanalyze comfort, range of motion, and other fit elements isincluded. In-depth discussion revolves around overcomingcommon fit problems, formulating corrections, and factorynotes. Course exercises are designed to reinforce methods thatsolve real-life fit challenges.

Instructors: Irene Mak, director of technical services, VictoriaSecret’s PINK; former VP of technical design, American EagleOutfitters.

WINTERIM4 sessions: (55A) January 4, 11, 25, February 12992 55A M 6:00 pm-9:00 pm TBA




For more information call 212 217.7715 or visitwww.fitnyc.edu/continuinged


SXP 310The Technical Designer’s Guide to Successful ProductAnalysis0 credits $295 1.2 CEU Learn how successful technical designers make optimum useof patternmaking and grading knowledge to analyze garments.Program teaches you to critique garments flat, hanging, and onboth mannequins and live models to achieve customersatisfaction. How to correct fit problems and visual appearanceby adjusting seam location, direction, and construction isdemonstrated, and the proper language to communicatechanges to achieve a superior garment is stressed. Specialexercises reinforce writing concise sample product analysis.

Instructors: Irene Mak, director of technical services, VictoriaSecret’s PINK; former VP of technical design, American EagleOutfitters.

SPRING4 sessions: (55A) March 1, 8, 15, 2211572 55A M 6:00 pm-9:00 pm TBA

SXP 352Grading Know-How for Customer Fit and Satisfaction0 credits $240 1.2 CEU Learn to create better fit and product sell through. This in-depthcourse focuses on the particular challenges of grading forjunior, misses, or petite fashions. Learn to adjust patterns forincreases in armhole, sleeve, length, seat, torso, and waist tocreate the ideal fit for any size. How variances in grade affectcomfort and appearance, and how grade varies through junior,misses, and petite wear size ranges is stressed.

Instructor: Les Francis, product development andpatternmaking specialist.

SPRING4 sessions: (55A) March 8, 15, 22, April 512167 55A M 6:00 pm-9:00 pm TBA

SXP 356Successful Spec Packages for Women’s Fashions0 credits $190 .9 CEU Learn how to measure and write specifications thatcommunicate the fit and construction parameters for allwomen’s garments and prepare proper spec packs that cut downon costly mistakes, particularly in global sourcing. Programconcentrates on identifying stitches and seams and howgarment components are assembled. Improve your skill setsfor quantitatively defining and controlling the final productoutcomes. Highly recommended as a follow-up to SXF 250.

Instructor: Jodi Sherman, director of quality assurance andtechnical design, B Moss Clothing.

SPRING3 sessions: (55A) April 15, 22, 2913640 55A R 6:00 pm-9:00 pm TBA

RETAIL EXPERIENCEMANAGEMENTSXR 005Introduction to Today’s Retail Arena0 credits $200 .9 CEU Why have some retail organizations really struggled lately whileothers are able to beat the odds in a down economy? When isa department store not a department store? What makes Kohl’sdifferent from Target? These questions are answered in thisoverview of today’s competitive retail environment, which alsoprovides insight on business and career advancement. Gain anunderstanding of the nuances that define differing kinds of retailoperations. A brief history of retail evolution is provided as abackdrop for examining the organizational charts of marketleaders. Learn how merchandise is bought, managed and sold,and to what particular segments the current leading retailerssell.

Instructor: Renee Hunter, president, Sequoyah FashionPlanning; former buyer/fashion director, Saks Fifth Avenue.

WINTERIM3 sessions: (55A) January 5, 12, 192988 55A T 6:00 pm-9:00 pm TBA

SPRING3 sessions: (55A) February 23, March 2, 912004 55A T 6:00 pm-9:00 pm TBA

SXR 010Retail Math: Merchandising, Planning, and GrossMargin0 credits $200 .9 CEU Learn how retailers calculate gross margin while participatingin a roundtable discussion on the buying and selling methodscharacteristic of today’s accounting-driven market. Learn whatgross margin is and how it is derived. Program includes mark-up calculation, merchandise planning, and a review of operatingexpenses as they affect gross margin. Sessions feature hands-on exercises based on typical retail/wholesale partnership casestudies. Recommended for showroom sales account executivesand entry-level retail executives.

Workshop leader: Neal Leavitt, adjunct instructor, FashionMerchandising Management; former senior retail andmanufacturing executive.

WINTERIM3 sessions: (55A) January 14, 21, 282870 55A R 6:00 pm-9:00 pm TBA

SPRING2 sessions: (55A) February 20, 2710199 55A S 9:30 am-2:30 pm TBA

SXR 011Retail Math: Gross Margin Analysis0 credits $215 .9 CEU This online program provides an in-depth study of the mostimportant measurement in any retail operation: gross margin.Gain a thorough understanding of the financial tools used inmaking gross margin calculations. Learn ways to analyze,improve, and negotiate gross margin through discussion andmarket-relevant problem solving. Program content is useful forboth retail and manufacturing executives.Class limited to 14.

Seminar leader: Debbie Friedman, adjunct assistant professor,Fashion Merchandising Management, and former major retailbuying executive.

SPRING(OL1) February 22 - March 1211363 OL1 ONLINE COURSE

SXR 050Intro to Retail Branding: The Art of Customer Bonding0 credits $225 .9 CEU Learn to bond with target customer groups to reinvigoratecustomer loyalty and reinforce the store-as-brand. Thisinteractive retail lab concentrates on new outreach methods incustomer communications, including special programs andpublications, promotions, and in-store events. Learn how tobecome proficient at consumer-centric retail marketing and usein-store and in-class case studies, work to produce brandingstrategies that enhance the shopping experience.

Seminar leaders: Dr. Arthur A. Winters, professor emeritus,Advertising and Marketing Communications; Peggy FincherWinters, TFI Geomarketing, Inc.; co-author: The Power of RetailBranding and Brandstand: Strategies for Retail Brand Building.





TOOLS OF THE TRADETOT 001Is Freelancing for You?0 credits $35Have you ever day-dreamed about leaving your job and strikingout on your own? Freelancing can provide a lucrative livingwhile allowing you to choose only those work assignments thatyou find appealing. But the lifestyle’s not for everyone as itmeans losing the comforts of regular paychecks, paidvacations, and health insurance benefits. Explore the pros andcons in this workshop.

SPRING1 session: (55A) March 913198 55A T 6:00 pm-9:00 pm TBA

TOT 002Marketing Your Services0 credits $35Learn to sell your skills in this workshop. Getting your first workassignment may be harder than you think. As a company ofone, you’ll need to market yourself in a way that quickly andprofessionally communicates the story of who you are and howyou can solve a potential client’s problem.


TOT 003Presentation Skills0 credits $35Being invited for a meeting with a company is a good thing.How you present yourself, answer their questions, and followup will decide whether or not you land the assignment and howmuch you will be able to charge.


TOT 004Building Each New Work Relationship0 credits $35You’ve accepted an engagement and are on the job—now what?From interacting with co-workers to taking personal phonecalls, learn the performance that will win you a returnengagement. Also covered in this workshop—how to find andwork with an accountant.

SPRING1 session: (55A) April 613202 55A T 6:00 pm-9:00 pm TBA

TOT 005Time Management0 credits $70In this highly interactive session, you will evaluate your currenttime management skills and get busy creating a more time-effective approach to professional and personal goalachievement. Explore your commitment to accomplishing eachof your goals and prioritize accordingly.

SPRING2 session: (55A) April 13, 2013203 55A T 6:00 pm-9:00 pm TBA

TOT 006Tax Tips0 credits $35Paying your taxes promptly is important. Fees and penalties addup quickly. That said, don’t pay more than you owe! The IRSallows special tax deductions for freelancers, the self-employedand business owners. Learn how to reduce your tax bill.

SPRING1 session: (55A) April 2713204 55A T 6:00 pm-9:00 pm TBA

TOT 102Assessing Your Market0 credits $35The most important research that designers can do is assessingtheir potential market. Whether you are looking for your perfectproduct niche or analyzing competing collections, the marketresearch you do positions your business for success.

SPRING1 session: (55A) April 813219 55A R 6:00 pm-9:00 pm TBA

TOT 103Fabrics, Patterns, and Sampling0 credits $35Finding fabrics, trims, and accessories for samples is difficult.Chasing these down for production often determines adesigner’s ability to ship what they have sold. This seminar willgive you a thorough understanding of the material side offashion and will help you plan material purchases fromsampling through production.


TOT 104Line Sheets, Look Books, and Sales Collateral0 credits $35The most important aspect of establishing your brand isproviding sales materials that convey the image you are tryingto create. From line sheets to look books, this seminar willpresent strategies to increase sales while preventingunnecessary duplication of your valuable design concepts.From models and photographers through stylists and printers,we will provide an overview of the tools you need to create thebranded image you want to achieve.


TOT 105Finding the Right Supplier0 credits $35Take advantage of all the new opportunities in sourcing andsupply chain management available to the small designer.Representatives from the Garment Industry DevelopmentCorporation will review manufacturing opportunities andresources available from sampling through production. Globalopportunities the Internet has made available to the smalldesigner will be discussed.


TOT 106Sales, Marketing, and PR0 credits $35Score free publicity and get your product in the spotlight. Fromfashion editorials and the “what’s hot” pages to morningtelevision spots and celebrity endorsements, this seminar willshow you where these opportunities are and how your companycan benefit. Industry experts will teach you how to write pressreleases and how to send your product to editors.

SPRING1 session: (55A) May 613225 55A R 6:00 pm-9:00 pm TBA

TOT 150Designer Panel0 credits $35Meet designers from all areas of fashion: apparel, homefurnishings, accessories, and jewelry. Ask all of your questions!

SPRING1 session: (55A) May 1313226 55A R 6:00 pm-9:00 pm TBA


REGISTER EARLY!

The program of your choice couldfill early or be canceled due toenrollment requirements. See pages 73 for registrationinformation.


WARDROBE TECHNICIAN/COSTUME DESIGN SPECIALISTSXG 100Wardrobing for Theater, Film, and TV0 credits $250 1.2 CEU This intensive program fully explains the costume andwardrobe world—the roles of costume and stylist shoppers,designers, wardrobe supervisors, and more. If you are artistic,organized, and interested in working with clothing, discoveryour own niche. Get information about this exciting business,including how to get started and your earnings potential. Meetspecialists working in costume/styling-related positions intheater, film, and TV in New York City, where there arehundreds of entertainment productions taking place sevendays a week, all of which offer opportunities for professionalsin the costume and wardrobe field.Textbook recommendation given at first class.

Workshop Leader: Isabel Rubio, costume designer andwardrobe supervisor for film, TV, opera, theatre, ballet, andprint, with guest speakers.

WINTERIM4 sessions: (55A) January 19, 26, February 2, 93141 55A T 6:00 pm-9:00 pm TBA

WEARABLE ANDDECORATIVE ARTSSXW 005Crafts/Design: The Fine Art of Business0 credits $125 Does everyone say you should sell your work, but no one tellsyou how to do it? Learn how to market and sell your art fromexperts affiliated with trade and craft fairs, shops, galleries, andshowrooms. Discuss policies, fees and costs, pricing concepts,and promotional techniques, including booth and exhibitarrangements. Meet successful guest speakers includingprofessionals from the commercial art and craft world alongwith artists who will share their experiences, emphasizingwhat’s worked well and what to avoid. Program includes adviceon resource development, salesmanship, and time management.

Instructor: Alice Melzer, professional commercial artist,photographer, award-winning exhibitor, art educator with artsand crafts expertise.


SPRING3 sessions: (55A) April 7, 14, 2110558 55A W 6:15 pm-8:45 pm TBA

SXW 010Bauble, Bangle, and Bead Stringing I0 credits $125 Learn to design jewelry through this foundation course in theancient art of bead stringing. Each session introduces an elegantand unique jewelry project, including a pair of wire and beadearrings. Pearl knotting and other beadwork stitches areincluded. Tools, resources, and the range and quality of beadsand clasps are discussed within the context of design guidelinesand finishing techniques. Produce quality pieces, get afoundation to continue on to more advanced techniques, andbe a more savvy consumer when shopping for costume jewelry.No previous experience necessary. Stringing basics fornovices. Separate materials fee for the first class varies to $30,payable at first session. Class limited to 20.

Workshop leaders: Sumako Barnes, jewelry designer; EstherEsses, jewelry designer; Leah Becker, jewelry designer.

WINTERIM3 sessions: (55A) January 14, 21, 282833 55A R 6:00 pm-9:00 pm TBA

SPRING3 sessions: (55A) February 20, 27, March 610193 55A S 9:30 am-1:00 pm TBA

SXW 100Collectible Jewelry I$130Learn to produce elegant, finished pieces through Europeantechniques of knotting, weaving, and stringing with pearls,crystals, and semiprecious stones. This program stresses theprinciples of style, design, and color as well as custom fittingmethods. Tricks of the trade are revealed, including where toobtain materials and tools. Classic larger bead pieces areemphasized. Start by making a bracelet from materialsprovided in the first class and progress to creating your ownnecklace torsade and a complex woven necklace insubsequent classes. Techniques for both beginning andexperienced beaders are taught.Bring to class a small white terrycloth towel, curved cuticlescissors, one small non-serrated knife, and a compact-sizehand mirror. Separate $30 materials fee payable at first session.Class limited to 16.

Workshop leader: Marian Fay Levitt, jewelry designer.

SPRING4 sessions: (55A) February 22, March 1, 8, 1510510 55A M 6:00 pm-9:00 pm TBA

SXW 110Collectible Jewelry II and Beaded Wire Earrings0 credits $130 Recommended Prerequisite: SXW 100Continue to develop your jewelry skills as you create morecomplex designs. Learn how to attach pendants, make jeweledtassels, and design elegant multiple weaves and graduatedmulti-stranded necklaces. Principles of good design, color, andproper fit are discussed. Make necklaces and earrings workingwith wire and chain.Separate $30 materials fee payable at first session. Bring to firstsession a small white hand towel, curved cuticle scissors, onesmall non-serrated knife, and a compact-sized hand mirror.Class limited to 16.

Workshop leader: Marian Fay Levitt, jewelry designer.

WINTERIM4 sessions: (55A) January 6, 13, 20, 272834 55A W 6:00 pm-9:00 pm TBA

SXW 115Sterling Silver Link Jewelry Workshop0 credits $180 If jewelry making is your passion, learn to work in sterling silverto capture the techniques necessary for making links andchains. Workshop begins with construction of a classic sterlingsilver link bracelet. As your proficiency increases, graduate tomaking a pin or pendant piece. Let sterling silver add a newlevel of fashion and value to your work.Bring to first session an industrial style apron, bench brush,brass scratch brush, goggles, bench pin, 1 pair of flat pliers, 1pointed pliers, 1 saw frame 5” or 6”, # 1 saw blades (2 doz.) ,and 1 ounce of 2mm sterling silver wire. All materials availableat All Craft, 135 West 29th Street, Suite 205. Additional tools,equipment, and materials will be provided.

Instructor: Garnet Barracks, jewelry designer.

WINTERIM4 sessions: (55A) January 5, 12, 19, 263081 55A T 6:00 pm-9:00 pm AC08A

SXW 130Make Your Own Buttons, Bands, Buckles, and Bangles0 credits $205 Design and make your own buttons, headbands, buckles, andbangles. Work with Plexiglas, a highly malleable, easy-to-useplastic, to create fun, colorful, retro pieces, hot in today’s fashionmarket. The program starts with design coaching and teachesyou how to cut, file, shape, carve, drill, polish, color, and finishyour pieces. Once you master the basics, you can begin executionon a matching set. Skills learned can be performed at home witha minimum of tools, equipment, and inexpensive materials.Some additional expense for materials and tools. Bring to firstsession the kit for this course at a discounted price of $172 atAll Craft, 135 West 29th Street, Suite 205. Additional tools,equipment, and materials provided.

Instructor: Vladimir Deming, MA in decorative art; decorativejewelry designer; antiques restorer.

SPRING6 sessions: (55A) February 23, March 2, 9, 16, 23, April 613074 55A T 6:00 pm-9:00 pm AC08A

SXW 200Knitting for Pleasure0 credits $150 Learn to make hand-knit, designer-inspired sweaters from startto finish. Workshop teaches you to write your own instructionsand to measure and convert properly. Assembly and blockingare demonstrated. Recommended for people with basic knittingskills who are interested in producing sweaters at a fraction oftheir normal cost. Advanced instruction in more challengingdesigns and stitches available to experienced knitters.Bring two sets of straight knitting needles, sizes 8 and 9, andtwo balls of worsted-weight yarn (same color). Someadditional supplies required. Knowledge of basic hand-knitstitches required. Class limited to 16.

Workshop leader: Arnetta Kenney, adjunct assistant professor,Textile/Surface Design; boutique knitwear designer.

SPRING6 sessions: (55A) February 17, 24, March 3, 10, 17, 24;(55B) April 15, 22, 29, May 6, 13, 2010188 55A W 6:00 pm-9:00 pm TBA 10189 55B R 6:00 pm-9:00 pm TBA

SXW 201Knitting for Novices0 credits $150 If you long to take SXW 200, but don’t knit or haven’t in a longtime, learn or reacquaint yourself with the basic hand-knitstitches, fabrics, and techniques in this knitting start-upprogram. Learn knit and purl combinations, how to measureand fit properly, intarsia color knitting, basic cable stitches,seams, and finishing. A small seasonal project is completed.If you are new to knitting, take this program prior to SXW 200.Bring two sets of straight knitting needles, sizes 8 and 9, andtwo balls of worsted-weight yarn (same color). Someadditional supplies required. Class limited to 16.

Workshop leader: Arnetta Kenney, adjunct assistant professor,Textile/Surface Design; boutique knitwear designer; EsperanzaZino, Certified Instructor Yarn Council of America.

WINTERIM6 sessions: (55A) January 7, 14, 21, 28, February 4, 113146 55A R 6:00 pm-9:00 pm TBA

SXW 220Beginners’ Machine Knitting0 credits $230 Learn to produce garments with a hand-knit look throughintroductory machine knitting. Whether or not you own amachine, the basic techniques covered enable you to pursueknit production. Attendees start by making a sweater at theirown pace and can advance to additional garments in SXW 230.

Workshop leaders: Marian Grealish, adjunct instructor, TextileDevelopment and Marketing; Kathryn Malik, technologist,Textile Development and Marketing.

SPRING3 sessions: (55A) February 6, 13, 1410190 55A S U 9:30 am-4:30 pm TBA

SXW 230Machine Knitting II0 credits $230Prerequisite: SXW 220 Continue to develop machine-knitting skills learned in SXW220 using your own standard gauge tools. Program stressessophisticated stitches and additional garment construction atthe intermediate and advanced levels.

Workshop leaders: Marian Grealish, adjunct instructor, TextileDevelopment and Marketing; Kathryn Malik, technologist,Textile Development and Marketing.

SPRING3 sessions: (55A) February 28, March 6, 710191 55A S U 9:30 am-4:00 pm TBA

SXW 400Learn to Sew Like a Pro I0 credits $230 This basic sewing workshop teaches professional techniquesemployed in the fashion business. Utilizing the college’sindustrial equipment, learn how to sew and produce correctlyfinished, professional looking pieces. The program includeslayout, cutting, construction, and finishing of garments.Attendees use a commercial pattern to sew a pajama-stylebottom—long, cropped, or capri—working in cotton or cotton-type fabrics. Appropriate sewing techniques for a variety offabrics and fabric resources are covered.Separate $10 materials fee payable at first session.

Workshop leader: Alicia Cerrone, assistant professor, FashionDesign-Apparel; Joan Endres, professional designer.

WINTERIM5 sessions: (55A) January 10, 17, 24, 31, February 7;(55B) January 10, 17, 24, 31, February 72828 55A U 9:30 am-1:00 pm TBA 2838 55B U 1:30 pm-5:00 pm TBA

SXW 410Learn to Sew Like a Pro II0 credits $260 Prerequisite: SXW 400Follow up SXW 400 by making a pajama top or nightshirt asyou advance your sewing savvy. Continue to learn and refineyour professional skills. Program includes special attention tobutton holes, trim details, and fit and assembly techniques.Students work in cotton or cotton-type fabrics.Separate $10 materials fee payable at first session.

Workshop leader: Sandra Markus, assistant professor, FashionDesign-Apparel; professional designer.

WINTERIM5 sessions: (55A) January 6, 13, 20, 27, February 32994 55A W 5:45 pm-9:45 pm TBA

SXW 425Hand Sewing, Mending, and Alteration Essentials0 credits $200 1.5 CEU Learn professional hand-sewing techniques that can save timeand money. Lessons include how to do a proper hem fordresses, pants, and skirts, and how to shorten sleeves ontailored jackets. Repairs such as buttons, eyes, hooks, snaps,and zippers are taught. Also included are basting and stitch-style techniques. These skills complement careers in styling,image, events, and wardrobing, and will banish costly alterationfees from your life.Bring to first session 12” ruler, marking chalk or pencil,embroidery scissors, assorted buttons, hooks and eyes, snaps,1’ of cotton cloth, needle, and thread. Additional suppliesdiscussed at first class.

Workshop leader: Ruth Katz, professional wardrobe costumer,stylist.

WINTERIM4 sessions: (55A) January 10, 17, 24, 313082 55A U 9:45 am-1:30 pm TBA




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RegistrationInformationGENERAL REGISTRATIONINFORMATIONBefore You RegisterRecommended, but not mandatory: Attend one of the School of Continuing and Professional Studies Open Houses or Advisement/Registration sessions. Dates are listed on page 49and 53.

All students registering for credit courses must follow theinstructions under Credit Registration. FIT degree studentswho have missed a semester at FIT and wish to be re-admittedinto a degree program must go to Admissions, Room C139.

All students registering for non-credit courses must completethe Registration Form at the back of this catalogue. List CRNs,courses, and section numbers as designated.

Currently enrolled FIT students must clear any holds placed on their records with the department that initiated the hold.

Tuition and Fee PaymentsTuition and fee payments may be made by American Express,Discover, MasterCard, Visa, or personal check. Non-matriculatedstudents must make payment by the time of registration.

Credit card payment information may be faxed to the Bursar’sOffice, Cashiering Operations, at 212 217.3681. Include creditcard number, expiration date, name on credit card, amount youare authorizing for payment, student name, Social Securitynumber or student ID number, signature of card holder, and atelephone number where you can be reached for any questions.Credit card payments are not accepted by phone.

Payments may be made in person in the Bursar’s Office,Cashiering Operations, in Room B127. Payments may also be mailed to: Fashion Institute of Technology, Bursar’s Office,Cashiering Operations, 227 West 27 Street, Room B127, New York City 10001-5992. All checks, money orders, and/orcorrespondence must include the student’s name, student IDnumber, or Social Security number.

Payments made by check, wire transfer, draft, or other elec-tronic method must be on a U.S. bank and payable in U.S.dollars and clearable through the U.S. banking system. Ifpayment does not conform to these requirements, crediting toyour account may be delayed and additional charges may beimposed. Postdated checks will not be accepted.

Authorization for electronic debitChecks will be processed electronically, at first presentmentand any re-presentments, by transmitting the amount of thecheck, routing number, account number, and check serialnumber to your financial institution, unless the check is notable to be processed electronically or a less costly process isavailable. By submitting a check for payment, you authorize FITto initiate an electronic debit from your bank or asset account,and your payment could be debited as soon as the same dayyour check is received, which may be the same day youprocess your webcheck payment on the FIT website. If yourfunds are not accessible, a draft may be issued against youraccount for the amount of the check.

Allocation of payments and creditsSubject to applicable law, FIT will apply and allocate paymentsand credits among features and charges on your account in anyorder and manner determined at our sole discretion.

To make payment via the web, go to www.fitnyc.edu/payment,log in to Secure Area, go to Student and Financial Aid, then toStudent Records and Student Accounts, then to the credit cardpayment menu or webcheck. (See electronic debit above.)Select the term you wish to pay from the drop-down menu andfollow the online directions. You may also view your studentaccount from these menus.

Attention students: The FIT website only accepts checks drawnon U.S. currency from a valued U.S. checking account. Checksfrom foreign accounts, checks from bank credit cards, homeequity loan checks, or other non-checking accounts will bereturned for non-payment. You will be assessed a $25 returnedcheck fee on your student account. You may be subjected tode-registration from your courses and charged additionalregistration fees.

Non-matriculated students must make payment at the time ofregistration.

Tuition Payment DeadlinesNon-matriculated and part-time students are required to payfull tuition liability at the time of registration. Students whohave not satisfied their full financial obligations (exclusive ofcertified financial aid and/or tuition payment plan) will besubsequently de-registered and all previously assignedclasses will be dropped. Late registration and program changefees may be assessed to students who are de-registered andwish to re-enroll. Students are not guaranteed class availabilityif re-registering for courses.

Non-payment of Debts and FinesChecks returned by a bank as unpaid for any reason will incur areturned check fee of $25. The college reserves the right torefuse a check payment under some conditions, e.g., a historyof prior returned checks or checks with no pre-printed nameand address. Note that a stop payment draft against a check isnot considered an official withdrawal from the college and thestudent will be charged a $25 returned check fee in addition

to the tuition liability. Late payments are subject to a late fee of1.5 percent per month on all outstanding balances. Studentswho fail to pay their bills or other college debts will be ineligi-ble to register, graduate, or obtain transcripts or other servicesfrom the college. Outstanding debts may be referred to alicensed collection agency, and collection fees up to 33 1/3

percent may be added to the outstanding balance. If legalaction becomes necessary, litigation and all court costs will bethe student’s responsibility.

Course CancellationsWhen enrollment for a course is below the required number,the college reserves the right to cancel that course or combineit with a similar course. This applies to all courses, both begin-ning and advanced.

PoliciesWhere indicated, space is limited. Register early. Proof ofpayment is your cancelled check or credit card receipt.

CREDIT REGISTRATIONINFORMATION

Health CertificationAll students taking six or more credits must provide proof of immunity against measles, mumps, meningitis, and rubella. In addition, students must adhere to recent New York State lawregarding meningococcal meningitis. For more information, visitthe Health Services website at www.fitnyc.edu/healthservices.Documentation should be submitted to Room A402. All degree or certificate students born prior to January 1, 1957, are exemptfrom these requirements but must have their birth dates on file.Other exemptions include women who are pregnant and studentswhose health may be jeopardized by the immunizations—thesemust be certified in writing by a physician. Students who holdgenuine and sincere religious beliefs that are contrary to immu-nization may be exempted after submitting a statement to thateffect. Blank immunization record and exemption forms are available online and in Room A402.

Prerequisites/Co-requisitesThe completion of prerequisites and co-requisites appliesto all students, degree or non-degree. To register for a classbypassing required prerequisites and co-requisites or otherspecial restrictions, students must obtain special approval fromthe department offering the course. If approval is obtained, youmay register for any classes with special approval either onlineor in-person in the Registration Center (B103) as instructed bythe approving department.

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CREDIT REGISTRATIONSTEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONSWeb RegistrationContinuing StudentsStudents who have attended FIT in the previous semester andhave taken a credit course should register at myfit.fitnyc.edu.All new credit students and online non-credit students applyfor an FIT username and password.

Step 1 Go to our Non-Degree Enrollment form online atwww.fitnyc.edu/enrollment and follow the instructions.

Step 2 After submitting your enrollment form and proof of New YorkState residency (if applicable), you will receive a confirmationemail within two to five business days. This email will includeyour FIT username, password, and instructions on how toregister online. If you have not received a confirmation emailwithin five business days, email FIT’s Registration Center [email protected] or call 212 217.3850.

Step 3 Register online for your coursesUsing your new username and password, register for classesthrough FIT’s website at http://myfit.fitnyc.edu. See page 74for detailed instructions. Payment must be made at the time ofregistration and can be made online with a credit card orpersonal check.

Website Registration Instructions1. Go to myfit.fitnyc.edu2. Enter your FIT username: firstname_lastname 3. Enter your password. Your default password is your birthday in Mmmddyyyy format. For example, April 4, 1986, is Apr041986. (Note: your password is case sensitive.)4. Click on Login5. Click on Student Services tab.6. Click Registration. 7. Click Select Term.8. Click the current term from the drop-down menu. 9. Click Submit.10. Click Register/Add/Drop Classes.11. Enter the Course Registration Numbers (CRNs) for the liberal arts courses you have selected. CRNs are the four- or five-digit numbers in the first column of the course listings.12. Click on Submit Changes to add the course sections entered. 13. To look for additional course sections, click on Class Search. Select the subject of the course from the drop-down menu (e.g.Mathematics). Then enter the three-digit course number(e.g.001). To see all open sections of this course, leave the rest ofthe options at default. Then click on Class Search. 14. To drop a course section, click Web Drop under the actioncolumn. Click Submit Changes.15. IMPORTANT: You must click Complete Your Registration tofinalize your changes. This link is at the very bottom of the Add orDrop Classes page. 16. To print your schedule, go back to the registration menu andclick Student Schedule Course by Course. 17. Click Exit in the top right corner to log out.

In-Person RegistrationIn-person registration is available at the Registration Center.Payment must be made at the time of registration by creditcard, check, or money order made payable to the FashionInstitute of Technology.

Fashion Institute of TechnologyRegistration Center227 West 27 Street, Room B103New York City 10001-5992

See www.fitnyc.edu/registrar for hours and details.

Add/Drop PeriodYou may make program changes (add/drop) in person or byusing the web any time after your initial registration.

Web add/drops can be made online through the FIT registra-tion site at myfit.fitnyc.edu. No program change fee will becharged for web add/drops.

For in-person add/drop, bring your completed RegistrationForm to the Registration Center, Room B103, during the scheduled registration period through the first week of classes. A $25 fee will be charged for each add/drop.

If you wish to withdraw completely (drop all classes), you mustdo so in writing or in person in the Registration Center, RoomB103. The Withdrawal /Refund of Tuition Form and refundschedule are available on the Registrar’s website atwww.fitnyc.edu/registrar under the Forms link. Any refund isbased on your submission date.

Tuition Payment DeadlineAll students must pay all required tuition and fees at the time ofregistration, either via the web, in person, or by faxing creditcard information.

PAYMENT=REGISTRATION

Non-degree credit and non-creditstudents are required to pay alltuition and fees in full at the time of registration to ensure a seat in the course.

Credit and Degree ProgramsThe School of Continuing andProfessional Studies offers creditcourses and evening/weekenddegree programs.

For more information, call 212 217.3334 or visitwww.fitnyc.edu/continuinged.

INNOVATIONMANAGEMENTPROGRAMS

Our new program offers customizedtraining in innovation and high-performance management for areaorganizations. We can tailor aseminar to suit your business’ needsand deliver it onsite at your location.

For more information, see page 50 or call 212 217.4603.

NON-CREDIT REGISTRATIONINFORMATIONRegistration for non-credit courses is ongoing until the start of the courses, dependent on seat availability. Register earlybecause the program of your choice could fill early or becancelled due to low enrollment.

AdvisementIf you need non-credit advisement, visit the Center for Professional Studies and the Enterprise Center in Room D130or call the center sponsoring your program. Use the courseprefix to locate the appropriate phone number:CEO, CT, TOT—Enterprise Center, 212 217.7250SX—Center for Professional Studies, 212 217.7715

Non-credit Course FeeThe cost for non-credit courses is as stated in this brochure,regardless of state of residence.

Course Withdrawal/Refund of TuitionBeginning the first day of class, full refunds are not available.

Non-credit Withdrawal/Refund PolicyRequests for course withdrawal/refund of tuition must be madein writing and be received by the appropriate center (Centerfor Professional Studies for SX courses and Enterprise Centerfor CEO, CT, and TOT courses). Requests must be received 24business hours prior to the start of a program for a full refund.Requests received after a course’s completion cannot befulfilled. The policy for partial refund is in accordance withthe following schedule:

Courses that have 2 sessions: 25% after first sessionCourses that have 3 sessions: 50% after first session

No refund after second session

Courses that have 4 sessions: 50% after first session25% after second sessionNo refund after thirdsession

Courses that have 5 or more sessions:75% after first session50% after second session25% after third sessionNo refund after fourthsession

Guest speaker changes are not accepted as a reason for refundrequests.

Room AssignmentsBefore you start your course, reconfirm your room assignmentby checking signs located in the Pomerantz Center lobby nearRoom D130 by checking lower-level conference center bulletinboard, or by calling 212 217.8741 for courses with SX prefixesand 212 217.7250 for courses with CEO, CT, or TOT prefixes.Security desks will also have course room lists.

Room prefix LocationAC rooms Basement of the Dubinsky CenterAX rooms Sub-basement of the Dubinsky CenterCC rooms Lower level of the Feldman CenterSR rooms Lower level of the Conference Center

Due to security measures, seminar attendees in all computer-aided design and communications facilities must arrive a fewminutes early and adhere to the instructor’s break schedule.

NON-CREDIT REGISTRATIONINSTRUCTIONSFax and EmailThe fastest way to register is by fax or email, using your creditcard. Register early, as the course of your choice could fillearly or be cancelled. Registration and enrollment forms arelocated at the back of this catalogue. For courses beginningwith CEO, CT, SX, or TOT, fax 212 217.7176, or scan the formand email [email protected].

In PersonFor courses beginning with CEO, CT, SX, or TOT, bring yourcompleted Registration Form to Room D130. Hours: Monday-Thursday, 9 am-6:15 pmFriday, 9 am-5 pm

REGISTRATION FOR ONLINECREDIT AND NON-CREDITCOURSES INSTRUCTIONSEnrollment in an online course is a two-step process. Allonline courses are offered through the SUNY LearningNetwork (SLN).

First, formally register for the course at FIT. See Credit andNon-credit Registration Instructions. If you are not a currentFIT student, see instructions for new students on page 5.

Second, for credit courses, one week before the semesterbegins, go to www3.fitnyc.edu/onlinelearning for informationon accessing your course. For non-credit go four days prior toprogram start date. You will be taking your course usingANGEL, FIT online course system.

Technical Requirements for Online CoursesStudents need an internet connection with at least a 56K modemand Internet Explorer 7 or higher or Firefox 2.0 or higher. You willalso need the minimum equivalent of a Pentium II processor withWindows 98 or higher operating system or a Macintosh G3processor with System 8 or higher operating system; a validemail address that accepts mail from SUNY Learning Network(SLN); word-processing software that can create and sharedocuments with faculty and other students; and Adobe Reader.The SUNY Learning Network Helpdesk is available to answeryour technical questions at 800 875.6269 or by email [email protected].

ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTSAdmissionsRoom C139212 217.3760Monday and Thursday 9 am-6:30 pmTuesday, Wednesday, and Friday 9 am-5 pm

Associate in Applied Science, Bachelor of Fine Arts, andBachelor of Science DegreesFIT requires all candidates seeking entry to degree programs,including those seeking financial aid, to file the State University ofNew York (SUNY) application and complete the formal admis-sions procedure. Recommended filing dates are January 1 for thefall semester and October 1 for the spring semester. The SUNYapplication is available at www.fitnyc.edu/admissions. All admis-sions procedures are outlined on the web for first-time collegestudents, transfer students, and international students.

Admissions conducts information sessions every Tuesday,Wednesday, and Friday at noon throughout the year, except forlegal holidays, in Room C205. No appointment is necessary.Anyone seeking admission to a degree program is stronglyencouraged to visit the web and attend an information session.

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Non-matriculated StudentsNon-matriculated students who are interested in pursuing adegree should contact Admissions, Room C139. Students deniedadmission to a degree program will be permitted to register asnon-matriculated students. Non-matriculated students are noteligible for financial aid or dormitory space. Non-matriculatedstudents must have earned a high school diploma or a GED(exceptions based on advanced high school enrichment will beconsidered by the appropriate academic dean).

Non-matriculated students who accumulate more than 24 creditsmust come in to the dean of Continuing and Professional Studies’ office to sign a statement and receive advisement. Ifthey do not come in, their registration may be restricted.

International StudentsStudents who register in non-matriculated status are not eligible for F-1 student visas or F-1 status. According to federal regulations, only those students admitted into a degreeprogram are eligible for an I-20 Certificate of Eligibility forNonimmigrant (F-1) Student Status.

Individuals already in the United States in other non-immigrantstatuses that allows studies incidental to their stays may takeclasses. For a listing of statuses that allow studies while in theUnited States and for further information, visitwww.fitnyc.edu/oisa.

U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) regulationsprohibit non-immigrants admitted in B-1/B-2 (Tourist) statusfrom pursuing a course of study. The DHS has determined thatindividuals in B-1/B-2 status may enroll in non-credit-bearingclasses that are short in duration and not part of a course of studyas long as these courses are “incidental to their visit to the U.S.,”in other words, attending classes is not the primary reason fortheir visit to the United States. At FIT, students in B-1/B-2 statusmay register for courses offered by the Center for ProfessionalStudies, the Enterprise Center, Executive Education, and theCenter for Precollege Programs, provided the classes begin and end within the period of stay authorized by the immigrationservice.

FIT strongly discourages individuals from entering the UnitedStates under a B-1/B-2 visa if they intend to take courses at FIT.FIT will not reimburse tuition or fees to individuals who registerand are unable to participate in coursework due to restrictionsimposed by DHS. Maintaining legal status is, ultimately, theindividual’s responsibility.

For more information, visit www.fitnyc.edu/oisa.

International students interested in applying for any degreeprogram must file a State University of New York application.Application and admissions criteria are available on the FITwebsite, www.fitnyc.edu/admissions. International studentsmust apply before January 1 for the fall semester and before October 1 for the spring semester. Refer to the FIT website foradditional deadlines. Sufficient time must be allowed for the verification and evaluation of foreign credentials. A decision cannot be made until all components of the application are received by Admissions.

Veterans and Selective ServiceThe college has been accorded recognition as a school of higherlearning by the Veterans Administration. Prospective studentsshould obtain their VA papers as far in advance of registrationas possible. Those seeking readmission to the college from thearmed forces who have been admitted to the college for a dateof entry prior to formal separation should notify the VeteransAdministration immediately following receipt of acceptance inorder to facilitate processing of early separation procedures.

TUITION CHARGES AND POLICIESFor more information, visit www.fitnyc.edu/bursar.

Bursar, Cashiering OperationsRoom B127212 217.3680Monday and Thursday 9 am-7 pmTuesday and Friday 9 am-5 pmWednesday noon-7 pmSaturday (when class is in session) 9 am-2 pmSunday Closed

During registration period, office hours are:Monday-Friday 9 am-7 pm

Bursar, Administrative 236 West 27th Street, 6th floor212 217.3720Monday-Friday 9 am-5 pm

Tuition and fees are subject to change without prior notice at the discretion of the Board of Trustees. Tuition quoted (eachcourse) is in-state tuition.

Additional lab, program change, and late registration fees may apply to tuition amounts quoted in this catalogue. You will be responsible for payment of any additional charges to yourstudent account.Note: Sections 15, 25, and 35: associate-level

Sections 65, 75, and 85: baccalaureate-levelSection 55: non-credit courses

NY State Non-NY StateResident Resident

Associate-levelFull-time per term $1,857 $5,571Part-time per credit $155 $464

Baccalaureate-levelFull-time per term $2,584 $6,302Part-time per credit $215 $525

Graduate StudiesFull-time per term $4,099 $6,486Part-time per credit $342 $541

FeesStudent activity** $60 per semester

$5 (part-time per credit)Laboratory* $10 per courseLate registration $100 (full-time)

$50 (part-time)Offsetting** $5 (part-time)Late examination $25Late payment 1.5 percent per month on balanceHealth services** $75

REGISTER EARLY!

The program of your choice couldfill early or be canceled due toenrollment requirements. See page 73 for registrationinformation at a glance.

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Health insurance** $355.50 per semester (full-time students only)

ID replacement $25 per occurrence Program change $25 per occurrenceGraduation fee $30Duplicate diploma $10Placement test $25 (per session)Technology fee $60 (full-time)

$30 (part-time)Transcript $5 per official transcriptRush transcript $10 per official transcriptSLN online course fee $15 per credit hourLocker rental $10 per student/termPatternmaking $25 per courseReturned check** $25Athletics and Recreation Fee $30 (full-time per semester )

$2.50 (part-time per credit)* Fee is charged to each student who registers for a courserequiring live/fashion models and/or the use of certainspecialized equipment/materials.** Nonrefundable (student activity, health services, and health insurance; offsetting fee is nonrefundable for part-timestudents).

Tax CreditStudents may claim up to 20 percent of $5,000 (or a maximumof $1,000) of continuing education expenses each tax year (per return). This tax credit is available to married taxpayersfiling jointly with an adjusted gross income of $80,000 or less and single taxpayers with an adjusted gross income of $40,000 or less. See IRS Online at www.irs.ustreas.gov formore information. Follow the links for Individuals, 104DCentral, and Form 8863, or consult your tax advisor. FIT doesnot provide tax advice.

Tuition Payment DeadlinesNon-matriculated and part-time students are required to payfull tuition liability at the time of registration. Students whohave not satisfied their full financial obligations (exclusive of certified financial aid and/or tuition payment plan) may be subsequently de-registered and all previously assignedclasses may be dropped. Late registration and program changefees may be assessed to students who are de-registered andwish to re-enroll. Students are not guaranteed class availabilityif re-registering for courses.

Non-payment of Debts and FinesChecks returned by a bank as unpaid for any reason will incura returned check fee of $25. The college reserves the right torefuse a check payment under some conditions, e.g., a history ofprior returned checks or checks with no preprinted name andaddress. Note that a stop payment draft against a check is notconsidered an official withdrawal from the college and the studentwill be charged a $25 returned check fee in addition to the tuitionliability. Late payments are subject to a late fee of 1.5 percent permonth on all outstanding balances. Students who fail to pay theirbills or other college debts will be ineligible to register, graduate,or obtain transcripts or other services from the college. Outstand-ing debts may be referred to a licensed collection agency, andcollection fees up to 331/3 percent may be added to the outstand-ing balance. If legal action becomes necessary, litigation and allcourt costs will be the student’s responsibility.

Credit Course Withdrawal/Refund of TuitionAn application for course withdrawal/refund of tuition must be made via the form provided in the Registration Center inRoom B103 or in writing. Nonattendance at a class or astop payment on a check is not considered an officialwithdrawal from the college. The student will beresponsible for all tuition liabilities. No refunds will bepermitted unless an official withdrawal form is submitted tothe Registration Center in the required time period. Refundsmay take six to eight weeks to process.

The date on which the course withdrawal application isreceived by the college is considered the official date of thestudent’s withdrawal. The refund period terminates prior to the fourth week of scheduled classes andadheres to the following schedule.

Winterim 2010Withdrawal on or before:December 23 Refund =100%January 4 Refund = 75%January 5 Refund = 50% January 6 Refund = 25%Thereafter, no refund

Spring 2010Withdrawal on or before:January 29 Refund =100%February 5 Refund = 75%February 12 Refund = 50% February 19 Refund = 25%Thereafter, no refund

Students receiving Title IV financial aid will be processedaccording to federal guidelines. Refer to the FIT catalogue forfurther information.

RESIDENCYCitizens and Permanent Resident AliensTo qualify for New York State resident tuition rates, you willhave to submit proof of New York State residency.

Acceptable items to establish New York State residency:

PLEASE NOTE: The items presented MUST be dated at least one year prior tothe first day of the semester.

The Registration Center will accept any one of the followingitems as proof of residency in the State of New York: 1. Lease, deed, or rent registration form2. Budget/benefit letter from New York City Public Assistance3. Benefit letter from Social Security4. New York State or Federal tax return (not W-2 Form) for

yourself OR Your parent/guardian’s New York State or Federal tax return(not W-2 Form) if you are listed as a dependent on the form

The Registration Center will accept any two of the followingitems as proof of residency in the State of New York: 1. Driver’s License or NY State Identification Card2. Homeowner’s or renter’s insurance policy3. Vehicle registration4. Utility bills5. Employer photo ID (displaying home address)

Verification of New York State residency can be submittedonline when you apply for your user name and password. Youwill need to have your proof of verification in a digital formatfor uploading. Digital formats may include a scan, or digitalphoto in jpeg or PDF format. Alternatively, you can fax copiesof the documents to the Registration Center at 212 217.3851.

Nonimmigrant AliensStudents with student visas are not eligible for the New YorkState resident tuition rate. Students with certain types of visasmay be eligible if they have been residents of New York for oneyear, their type of visa qualifies (e.g., A and G visas), and thevisa is at least one year old.

FINANCIAL AIDMina Friedmann, directorRoom A212A 212 217.3560Monday and Thursday 9 am-6:30 pmTuesday, Wednesday, and Friday 9 am-4:30 pmwww.fitnyc.edu/financialaid

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IMMUNIZATIONSAll students born after January 1,1957, taking six or more creditsmust provide proof of immunityagainst measles, mumps, and rubella. In addition, students mustadhere to recent New York State lawregarding meningococcal meningitis.For more information, visit theHealth Services website at www.fitnyc.edu/healthservices.

Financial aid is available only to eligible students accepted into a degree program. Contact Admissions, Room C139, forinformation and an admissions application, or visitwww.fitnyc.edu/admissions.

In order to be considered for financial aid, students must filethe Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) whichshould be filed online at www.fafsa.ed.gov.

Once a student has received a Student Aid Report and providesthe required documentation to Financial Aid, eligibility will bedetermined. Applications will be processed on a rolling basiswith priority given to applications filed by March 1 for the fallsemester, and by November 1 for the spring semester.

Federal Pell Grants are available to eligible students. Studentsmust be registered in a degree program and maintain satisfac-tory progress toward a degree in order to retain eligibility forfinancial aid.

Students may be eligible for other aid including: StaffordLoans, TAP (a grant for full-time New York State residents), or agrant through the Aid for Part-Time Study program (APTS–New York State residents taking 6-11.5 credits). APTS applica-tions are available in the Financial Aid Office.

Students who withdraw from courses or receive a 0 GPA duringthe semester in which they received federal financial aid will besubject to federal refund and repayment calculations and maybe placed on financial aid suspension. To regain eligibility forfederal funds, students may file an appeal with the FinancialAid Office. If the appeal is not granted, students must successfully complete the same amount of credits taken in thesemester that was not completed successfully. Financial aidwill not be available to cover the charges of those courses.

StudentServicesBarnes & Noble at FITBetween the Dubinsky and Business and Liberal Arts centers212 217.5690Hours:Monday-Thursday 8:30 am-7 pmFriday 8:30 am-5 pmSaturday 10 am-3 pmSunday closed

Barnes & Noble at FIT encourages the use of credit cards forthe purchase of books and supplies. American Express,Discover, MasterCard, or Visa are accepted with no minimum purchase.

In order to pay for bookstore purchases by personal check, Barnes & Noble at FIT requires the following: – preprinted checks only, including name and address– ID such as a driver’s license that verifies the name andaddress appearing on the check– one major credit card (American Express, Discover, MasterCard, or Visa)This check policy is strictly enforced.

Textbook returns and exchanges are accepted within the firstweek of the start of fall or spring classes, and within the firstweek of Summerim or Winterim classes, with a receipt andtextbook in saleable condition. Thereafter, textbooks are notreturnable. All other products are returnable in excellent condi-tion with a receipt. Exceptions are art supplies, reference titlessuch as patternmaking books, and trade books, which are not refundable. No refunds will be granted without a receipt.Returned books must be in excellent condition or the book willbe downgraded and the used price given. There are no exceptions.

The bookstore will special-order any title. Send your request via email to: [email protected].

Athletics and RecreationKerri-Ann McTiernan, directorRoom AX12A212 217.4213

FIT’s Athletics and Recreation Department provides recre-ational, open gym, and intercollegiate varsity athletic teamopportunities to the FIT community. Facilities located in thesub-basement of the David Dubinsky and the Business andLiberal Arts centers include a dance studio, main and auxiliarygymnasiums, and a fitness center equipped with free weights,cardiovascular machines, and Nautilus equipment. A variety of drop-in recreational programs such as Ab-lab,

cardio blast, FIT is fit, cardio sculpting, Pilates mat, kickboxing,Zumba dance, yoga, and FIT Workout Nation are offered.Programs and facilities are open days, evenings, and weekends.

FIT varsity teams include: men’s basketball, men’s andwomen’s cross country and half marathon, men’s and women’soutdoor track, men’s and women’s swimming and diving,men’s and women’s table tennis, women’s tennis, women’svolleyball, women’s cheerleading, coed dance team, and coed spirit team.

Career and Internship CenterRoom B202212 217.3000

Student Disability ServicesLiz Holly Mortensen, coordinatorDisability Services and Americans with Disabilities ActRoom A570, the bridge between buildings A and B212 217.4090 (TTY: 212 217.4095)[email protected] Monday-Friday 8 am-5 pm

The Office of Disability Services, FIT-ABLE, is a confidentialsupport service for FIT students who elect to self-disclose,seeking reasonable academic adjustments, accommodations,and auxiliary services that establish a level playing field forparticipation, free of discrimination. FIT-ABLE opened in 1999in response to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, federalcivil rights legislation.

The college welcomes students with learning disabilities;psychological, hearing, vision, physical/mobility impairments,or chronic illnesses to meet with the coordinator to discussparticipating at the college level with a disability. Current eval-uations from certified clinicians are required to documentdisabilities. This department can provide students with trainingon assistive technology to enhance a student's ability tobecome a self-reliant graduate. Equipment is available on loanfor students registered with FIT-ABLE. Self-advocacy isencouraged.

Affirmative Action OfficerGriselda Gonzalez, affirmative action officerOffice of the PresidentRoom C908212 217.4000

FIT is committed to creating an environment that attracts andretains people of diverse racial and cultural backgrounds. Byproviding a learning and working environment that encourages,utilizes, respects, and appreciates the full expression of everyindividual’s ability, the FIT community fosters its mission andgrows because of its rich pluralistic experience. FIT is committed to prohibiting discrimination, whether based onrace, national origin, gender, religion, ethnic background, age,disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other

About FITThe Fashion Institute of Technology is New York’s celebratedurban college for creative and business talent. Whether youwant to explore your own creativity or pursue a part-time orfull-time career in a design or technical profession, FIT offersboth the beginner and the professional a wide variety of flexibleand challenging courses, taught by industry professionals.

The School of Continuing and Professional Studies has morethan 1,000 credit and non-credit courses, some of which can be applied to the completion of a certificate or degree. Flexible evening, late afternoon, early morning, and weekendprograms are designed primarily for adult learners on a degreeor non-degree basis. In addition to the fall, spring, and summer semesters, FIT offers selected courses during intensiveSummerim and Winterim mini-sessions, as well as onlinecourses throughout the year.

In addition to the credit and non-credit certificates offeredthrough the School of Continuing and Professional Studies,FIT grants Associate in Applied Science, Bachelor of Fine Arts,and Bachelor of Science degrees, as well as Master of Arts and Master of Professional Studies degrees.

A college of the State University of New York, FIT is an accredited institutional member of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, the National Associationof Schools of Art and Design, and the Council for InteriorDesign Education Accreditation.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONSWhat is the difference between a matriculated studentand a non-matriculated student?Matriculated students have been accepted into a degree-granting program and are taking courses toward thatdegree. Non-matriculated students are not enrolled in anydegree-granting program.

What is the difference between a credit course and a non-credit course?A credit course is officially registered with the State Universityof New York and administered by an academic school anddepartment. Tests, assignments, and grades are provided byFIT faculty. Non-credit courses are short, intensive seminars orworkshops administered by the School of Continuing andProfessional Studies through its specialized centers. Eachcourse is taught by an expert in the topic.

What is a certificate program?A certificate indicates that you’ve attained a high level of proficiency and professional training in a particular field. It’s acredential that demonstrates you’re able to meet the demandsof the industry and the consumer. FIT offers both non-creditand credit certificate programs.

What are FIT’s matriculation guidelines for degree status?A minimum of 50 percent of the credits identified in any degreeprogram as major area or related area credits must be takenwhile matriculated. No more than 30 credits taken at FIT innon-matriculated status may be applied toward a bachelor’s ortwo-year associate degree program. No more than 15 creditstaken at FIT in non-matriculated status may be applied toward aone-year associate degree program.

Can I complete all degree requirements and then applyfor admission?No. No more than 30 credits taken at FIT in non-degree status may be applied toward a degree. Also, a minimum of 50 percent of the credits identified in an FIT degree program as major and related credits must be taken while the studentis in FIT degree status. For information on obtaining degreestatus, please see the admissions requirements in the Detailssection of this catalogue.

Are online courses open to all students?Online courses are open to all current and repeat studentsand may be applied toward an FIT degree. For more informa-tion, contact the department at 212 217.4069 or visitwww3.fitnyc.edu/onlinelearning.

Do I have to complete both the Registration and theEnrollment/Re-enrollment Applications?Yes.

How much do classes cost?The cost of each course is listed in the course description. Credittuition rates are for New York State residents only. Non-NewYork State residents should refer to the Details section of thiscatalogue to calculate out-of-state tuition. Tuition rates forcredit courses vary based on whether the course is at the associate or baccalaureate level. Non-credit tuition rates arethe same for New York and non-New York State residents.

How do I prove I am a New York State resident?For students registering for credit courses, proof of residencymust be supplied in order to ensure New York State tuitionrates. To qualify for New York State resident tuition rates, youwill have to submit any one of the following forms of proof ofNew York State residency including: apartment lease, homedeed or rent registration form, budget/benefit letter from NewYork City Public Assistance, a benefit letter from Social Secu-rity, New York State or federal tax return (not W-2 form) ORyour parent/guardian’s New York State or federal tax return (not W-2 form) if you are listed as a dependent on that form.Additionally, the Registration Center will also accept any two ofthe following forms of proof of New York State residency: NYState driver’s license or NY State identification card, home-owner’s or renter’s insurance policy, vehicle registration, utilitybills or an employer photo ID that displays your home address.

Verification must be dated at least one year prior to the first dayof the semester.

Is financial aid available to non-degree students?No. Only students admitted to FIT and enrolled in a full-time orpart-time degree-granting program are eligible for financial aid.

Do I need an FIT ID card? How do I get one?Yes. FIT ID cards are required to enter campus buildings andmust be clearly displayed at all times while you are on campus.If you do not have an ID card, enter through the Marvin FeldmanCenter lobby to obtain a visitor’s pass. ID cards are available inthe Photo ID Center in Room D404. Days and hours are postedeach semester in the Registration Center, Room B103, and at thesecurity desk in the Feldman Center lobby.

Are non-credit courses graded?Students are assigned a final grade of P or F (Pass or Fail) forall non-credit courses.

How do I access my grades?For credit courses go to www.fitnyc.edu/onlinestudentinfo andenter your FIT network user name and password in the SecureAccess Login section.

Where do I go for more information?For credit courses, visit the School of Continuing and Professional Studies in the lower level of the Conference Centerat FIT, located on the southwest corner of Seventh Avenue and28th Street. For non-credit courses, visit the Center for Professional Studies or the Enterprise Center in Room D130. To learn more about FIT, join us at one of our open houses.

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criterion specified by applicable federal, state, or local laws.The affirmative action officer provides complaint resolutionand investigates complaints of discrimination, affirmativeaction, and Title IX issues. The affirmative action officer alsomonitors the college’s progress in complying with Title IX andlaws concerning discrimination and affirmative action.

College ClosingsIn the event of extreme weather or other emergency conditionsthat might necessitate closing the college, call 212 217.7792or visit FIT’s website at www.fitnyc.edu. Also, listen to thefollowing radio stations for information on FIT closings: WCBS (880 AM), WOR (710 AM), and WINS (1010 AM).

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SCHOOL OF CONTINUING ANDPROFESSIONAL STUDIESThe School of Continuing and Professional Studies offerscredit and non-credit programs to individuals interested inobtaining professional certificates, receiving specific industrytraining, or pursuing personal interests in art, design, business, or technology. It also provides courses that lead toassociate or bachelor’s degrees through part-time, evening,and weekend study. The school’s precollege programs formiddle and high school students provide an ideal introductionto the variety of study options offered at FIT. Courses areoffered through the School of Continuing and ProfessionalStudies’ academic centers and are drawn from the curricula ofthe schools of Art and Design, Business and Technology, andLiberal Arts.

Center for Professional StudiesThe Center for Professional Studies offers short, topical, and affordable courses and training programs for employeesof companies in the fashion marketplace through its HotTopics series.

For those who want to enrich their lives by pursuing newactivities or turning a profit with their talents, there are offerings that concentrate on creating unique, high-leveldecorative and wearable art objects.

Also available to companies in the fashion marketplace are avariety of training options for organizations: professional stud-ies customized training; private roundtable strategic sessions(Thinklab); and Hot Topics To Go!, private presentations ofexisting open-to-the-public seminars.

For more information, contact:Joan Volpe, managing coordinatorConference Center at FIT, lower levelPhone: 212 217.7715Fax: 212 217.7176Email: [email protected]/continuinged

Precollege ProgramsThe Precollege Programs Office hosts FIT’s Saturday, Sunday,and Summer Live programs for high school students interestedin exploring career and learning experiences.The center offerscourses in everything from comic book drawing to patternmak-ing, advertising and marketing to jewelry and fashion design.The courses are introductory in nature, casual, and fun.

For more information, contact:Michele Nagel, directorRoom D130Phone: 212 217.4630Fax: 212 217.7964Email: [email protected]/precollege

Enterprise CenterThe Enterprise Center is a resource for artists, designers, andentrepreneurs. The center teaches skills and providesinformation and resources to start-up businesses, developingenterprises, and freelance professionals. Computer trainingprograms are offered in response to the latest technical andprofessional developments in business and design. Programsare designed for students at all levels of experience and includebusiness applications, graphic design, fashion design, webdesign, jewelry design, and film editing software.

For more information, contact:Christine Helm, coordinatorRoom D130Phone: 212 217.7250Fax: 212 217.7853Email: [email protected]/continuinged

Center for Innovation ManagementThe School of Continuing and Professional Studies’ new training center will equip your business with cutting-edge leadership skills delivered in seminar formats, on site at yourlocation. Top-level managers will acquire critical insights andtechniques for transforming the corporate culture, managingideas and change, improving efficiency, and enhancing inno-vation. Turn your workplace into a learning organization withour unique approach.

For more information, contact:Office of the DeanSchool of Continuing and Professional StudiesPhone: 212 217.4603Fax: 212 217.8450Email: [email protected]/innovationmanagement

SCHOOL OF ART AND DESIGNThe School of Art and Design offers 11 associate and 13 bach-elor’s degrees in majors that focus on honing traditional artisticability and design sense, while ensuring that students acquirethe technical skills necessary to succeed in a high-techmarketplace. The Menswear program is one of a kind. Others,like Accessories Design, Toy Design, and Visual Presentationand Exhibition Design, were the first of their kind in theUnited States.

Degrees available to evening/weekend students:Communication Design AASFashion Design AASGraphic Design BFAIllustration BFA

Credit certificates available to evening/weekend students:CAD for Fashion Design/ApparelCAD for Fashion Design/ArtDraping TechniquesHaute CoutureLadies Tailoring TechniquesLeather ApparelMillinery TechniquesOuterwear and Performance Apparel

JAY AND PATTY BAKER SCHOOLOF BUSINESS AND TECHNOLOGYThe Jay and Patty Baker School of Business and Technologyoffers four associate and nine bachelor’s degrees in majorsrelated to the skills needed for doing business in the fashionand design-related industries. From the largest major in Fashion Merchandising Management to specialized programssuch as Home Products Development, Business and Technology programs teach students how to be creative problem solvers in the competitive global marketplace.

Degrees available to evening/weekend students:Advertising and Marketing Communications AAS and BSFashion Merchandising Management AAS and BSInternational Trade and Marketingfor the Fashion Industries BS

Credit certificates available to evening/weekend students:Patternmaking

SCHOOL OF LIBERAL ARTSLiberal arts courses are a required and integral part of an FITeducation. They are designed to broaden students’ under-standing of the humanities, strengthen communication skills,develop a knowledge of the natural and social sciences, andprepare students to function effectively in a culturally diverseworld. The School of Liberal Arts also offers a bachelor’sdegree program in Visual Art Management.

The Liberal Arts Center for Academic Advisement and PlacementThe Liberal Arts Center for Academic Advisement and Placementis a full-service office in the dean of the School of Liberal Arts,offering academic advisement and placement information forall students who might need help navigating the SUNY GeneralEducation requirements and FIT’s Liberal Arts requirements. To meet with an academic advisor, you can either come to Room B623, or you can call 212 217.4320 for any academic counseling.Monday-Thursday 9:30 am-6:30 pmFriday 9 am-5 pm

The Writing Studio (C612) offers a free tutoring service in writing for all FIT students. For more information, contact theWriting Studio at 212 217.3060 or [email protected].

Credit courses are offered weekends and evenings in the following areas:American Music Physical EducationEducational Skills ScienceEnglish and Speech Social SciencesForeign Languages EconomicsHealth Education Political ScienceHistory of Art and PsychologyCivilization Sociology

Mathematics U.S. HistoryPhilosophy

Academic SkillsThe Academic Skills Center in Room A608B offers students incredit-bearing courses free tutoring services in a wide variety ofsubjects taught at FIT. For more information, call the TutoringCenter at 212 217.4080.

The Placement Testing Center located in Room B623 offersEnglish and mathematics placement testing. For further informa-tion or to make an appointment, visit www.fitnyc.edu/place-menttests.

SCHOOL OF GRADUATE STUDIESA vital and growing part of FIT’s rich educational offerings, theSchool of Graduate Studies provides advanced professionaleducation in disciplines closely tied to the college’s mission.

Master of Arts DegreesThe following programs provide an innovative combination ofhistorical scholarship theory and practical skills. Graduatefaculty are experienced professionals whose classroom teaching is supplemented by guest lecturers and behind-the-scenes visits.

Art Market: Principles and PracticesExhibition DesignFashion and Textile Studies: History, Theory, Museum PracticeIllustration

Master of Professional Studies DegreesThe following programs are designed to address the specialneeds of high-level, interdisciplinary, global managementcareers. Traditional business courses in management, finance,international trade, and marketing are combined with industry-specific offerings in product knowledge, development anddesign, and brand and channel management.

Cosmetics and Fragrance Marketing and ManagementGlobal Fashion Management

For more information, contact the School of Graduate Studies at 212 217.4300 or visit the website at www.fitnyc.edu/gradstudies.

Executive EducationThe Center for Executive Education provides structured educa-tional programs for senior executives in fashion and relatedindustries. Course offerings cover a broad range of key topics,including retail evolution, creative management, globalization,finance, and building a sound resource base. The center offersboth open enrollment and custom programs.

For more information, contact:Eric Hertz, directorPhone: 212 217.4305Fax: 212 217.4301Email: [email protected]/executiveeducation

INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMSThrough FIT’s International Programs, students have theopportunity to study abroad for a semester or a year. Specialshort-term courses are also offered during the summer andWinterim sessions. Each course is unique in its academicfocus and offers a wide range of learning experiences in fieldssuch as fashion design, fashion merchandising management,foreign languages, illustration, and international trade.

With the prior approval of the academic department, FIT grants academic credit for work completed in these studyabroad programs.

International Programs is located in Room B119 and can bereached at 212 217.5380 or www3.fitnyc.edu/internationalprograms.

VISITING FITProspective applicants wishing to visit the college are urged to attend one of the group information sessions held at noon onTuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays throughout the year (withthe exception of holidays). Sessions are held in Room C205,run approximately one hour and a half, and include a presenta-tion about FIT and a question-and-answer session conductedby an admissions counselor.

MANDATORY ID POLICYCredit students are required to wear their semester photo identification cards at all times and carry with them a copy oftheir registration form. Both are to be shown upon entering anycampus building and at other appropriate times, such as whenchecking out library books. Proof of registration paymentshould also be available upon request. ID card photos can betaken in Room D404. Days and hours are posted each semester.

If you are registering for a non-credit course that meets morethan once, temporary ID cards are advisable. The courseinstructor will distribute these cards to each student at thefirst meeting.

FIT DIRECTORYBoard of TrusteesEdwin A. Goodman, chairElizabeth T. Peek, vice chairRichard A. AndermanJay H. BakerRobin R. Burns-McNeillJudith I. ByrdYaz Hernández

Trustees EmeritiPeter G. Scotese, chairman emeritusJohn J. Pomerantz

AdministrationDr. Joyce F. Brown, presidentSherry F. Brabham, treasurer and vice president for

Finance and AdministrationJeffrey I. Slonim, general counsel and secretary of the college Dr. Reginetta Haboucha, vice president for Academic AffairsLoretta Lawrence Keane, vice president for Advancement

and External RelationsMarybeth Murphy, vice president for Enrollment

Management and Student SuccessArthur E. Brown, Jr., vice president for Human Resource

Management and Labor RelationsGregg Chottiner, vice president for Information Technology

and Chief Information OfficerShari Prussin, deputy to the president for Strategic Initiativesand executive assistant to the president

DeansSchool of Art and DesignJoanne Arbuckle, deanErika Dalya Massaquoi, assistant dean

Jay and Patty Baker School of Business and TechnologyRobin Sackin, acting dean

School of Continuing and Professional StudiesDr. Lisa R. Braverman, dean

School of Graduate StudiesDr. Steven Zucker, dean

School of Liberal ArtsDr. Scott Stoddart, dean

Curriculum and InstructionDr. Dympna Bowles, deanFrances Dearing, assistant dean

Student DevelopmentDaisy Alverio, acting dean

Enrollment ServicesVacancy, dean

Joan B. HornigGeorge S. KaufmanBeverly S. MackJay MazurWilliam Cope,student trustee, 2009-10

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DEPARTMENT CHAIRPERSONS

Accessories and Millinery DesignEllen Goldstein 212 217.5402Room D363/D364

Advertising and MarketingCommunicationsRichard Balestrino212 217.4470Room B403

Advertising DesignDonna David212 217.5640Room D319

Communication DesignDonna David212 217.5640Room D319

Computer Animation and Interactive MediaTerry Blum, director212 217.5442Room D339A/D327

Cosmetics and Fragrance MarketingJohn Simone212 217.4250Room B436

Direct and Interactive MarketingRoberta Elins212 217.4750Room B403

Educational SkillsCharlotte Brown212 217.5255Room B602

English and SpeechAsli Gokhan212 217.5355Room B602

Fabric StylingSara Petitt, coordinator212 217.5189Room B521

Fashion DesignColette Wong212 217.5000Room B701

Fashion Design/ApparelAssistant ChairsKaren Scheetz, student related212 217.5000Mary Ann Ferro, faculty related212 217.5000Room B701

Lisa Donofrio, evening coordinator212 217.5000Cynthia Underwood, evening advisor212 217.5000Room B701

Fashion Design/ArtSusanna Luckey, assistant chair212 217.5307Room B801

Steven Stipleman, evening coordinator212 217.5322Room B801

Fashion Merchandising ManagementRenee Cooper212 217.4800Room B320

Fine ArtsStephanie DeManuelle212 217.5870Room D343

Foreign LanguagesJames Cascaito212 217.5092Room B831

Global Fashion ManagementPamela Ellsworth212 217.4304Room E-313

Graphic DesignDonna David212 217.5640Room D319

Health, Physical Education, and DanceRene Mathez212 217.4235Room AX13

History of Art and CivilizationRichard Turnbull212 217.4668Room B634

Home Products DevelopmentIngrid Johnson212 217.4980Room B436

IllustrationEd Soyka212 217.5803Room D3322

Interior DesignTakashi Kamiya212 217.5550Room D314/D316

International Trade and Marketing for the Fashion IndustriesChristine Pomeranz212 217.4280Room B436

Jewelry DesignMichael Coan212 217.5725Room D303

MenswearMark-Evan Blackman212 217.5008Room B761

Packaging DesignMarianne Klimchuk212 217.5702Room D325

PhotographyDeborah Klesenski-Rispoli212 217.5505Room D344

Production Management: Fashion and Related IndustriesMario Federici212 217.4770Room B403

Science/MathematicsGeoffrey Rogers212 217.3037Room B831

Social SciencesYasemin Celik-Levine212 217.4923Room B634

Technical DesignDeborah Beard212 217.4415Room B436

Textile Development and MarketingJeffrey Silberman212 217.5200Room B436

Textile/Surface DesignKaren Gentile212 217.5149John Dowling, assistant chair212 217.5147Room B521

Toy DesignJudith Ellis212 217.5122Room B231

Visual Art ManagementDavid Drogin, coordinator212 217.4649Room B634

Visual Presentation and Exhibition DesignLarry Langham212 217.5482Room D349

School of Continuing and Professional Studies212 217.3334Conference Center at FIT, lower level

Center for Professional StudiesJoan Volpe, managing coordinator212 217.7715Conference Center at FIT, lower level

Enterprise CenterChristine Helm, coordinator212 217.7250Room D130

Evening, Weekend, and PrecollegeProgramsMichele Nagel, director212 217.4630Room D130

Adult Credit ProgramsNathan Bullock, coordinator212 217.4602Conference Center at FIT, lower level

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Precollege Programs

Saturday and Sunday Live brings the college experience tohigh school students. At FIT, there are many courses tochoose from in a variety of areas. We have courses in every-thing from comic book drawing to patternmaking, advertis-ing and marketing to jewelry and fashion design. Thecourses are introductory, casual, fun, and hands-on. You’lllearn from an outstanding faculty of artists, designers, andother professionals.

Our campus takes up an entire city block in the heart ofManhattan—on 27th Street between Seventh and Eighthavenues—just a few blocks from Penn Station. And because we’re a State University of New York college of art and design,business and technology, our courses are remarkably afford-able. Join us for an opportunity you won’t want to miss—classes at FIT. See you on 27th Street!

To be placed on our Precollege mailing list and receive copiesof Precollege course listings, call 888 FIT.IS.NYC.

Precollege ProgramsFashion Institute of Technology227 West 27 Street, Room D130New York City, 10001-5992Phone: 212 217.4630Fax: 212 217.7964Email: [email protected]/precollege

SATURDAY AND SUNDAY LIVE SPRING 2010Visit our website for spring 2010 dates and details:www.fitnyc.edu/precollege

Welcome to the School of Continuing &Professional Studies

FINALIZE YOUR ENROLLMENT BY PAYING FOR YOUR COURSE(S)Visit the Bursar’s Office (or MyFIT): B127—Phone: 212 217.3680—www.fitnyc.edu/bursar

Finalize your NY State residency status, information at: www.fitnyc.edu/residency

CHECK YOUR FIT EMAIL ACCOUNT—OFTEN!Check your email at myfit.fitnyc.edu often for all FIT correspondence to students— students MUST check this account regularly to receive vital FIT information!

Alternatively, you can forward your FIT email to your personal email account. To forward your email, please log in at imail.fitnyc.edu and click the "Preferences" option at the bottom of the left side menu. Under "User Settings" you will see "Forward to.” Simply type your forwarding address in this box. (Further help is available within Imail.)

GET YOUR FIT ID CARD Bring proof of registration (print from MyFIT) and identification to the Photo ID Center: Room D404, Mondays-Fridays, 10 am-9 pm (subject to change, visit the website for up-to-date information).

Contact the Photo ID Center: [email protected], 212 217.7777, www.fitnyc.edu/3147.asp

VISIT MYFIT—YOUR PORTAL TO THE FIT COMMUNITYVisit myfit.fitnyc.edu regularly for web registration, grades, bill payment, email, and more.

VISIT THE ANGEL COURSEWARE SYSTEM FOR YOUR ONLINE COURSEFor online courses, visit fitnyc.sln.suny.edu/ or click the link on MyFIT to visit ANGEL, the online extension for your course. (Note: Not all classes actively use ANGEL check with your instructor for details.)

For more information, visit http://fitnyc.edu/5852.asp

Information for new Continuing Education (Non-Degree Credit) StudentsYou’re registered for classes. So what do you do now? Read on and get prepared for the coming term!

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WinterimCoursesCREDIT COURSESADVERTISING AND MARKETING COMMUNICATIONSRefer to pages 9-10 for course descriptions.

AC 111 Advertising and PromotionAC 221 Publicity WorkshopAC 231 Advertising Copywriting

BUSINESS ENTERPRISERefer to page 12 for course description.

BE 261 Starting a Small Business

COMPUTER GRAPHICSRefer to page 13 for course descriptions.

CG 111 Introduction to Computer GraphicsCG 214 Web Page Construction

ENGLISH AND SPEECHRefer to pages 15-16 for course descriptions.

EN 231 Short FictionEN 233 PoetryEN 236 Major Writers of the Western WorldEN 241 Professional Speech CommunicationEN 242 Public SpeakingEN 272 Identity in America: History and Literature,

1865 to Present

FASHION DESIGN/APPARELRefer to page 17 for course descriptions.

FD 121 Flat Pattern Design IFD 131 Sewing Techniques I

FASHION DESIGN/ ARTRefer to pages 18-19 for course descriptions.

AR 101 Fashion Art and DesignAR 214 Fashion Design Using PhotoshopAR 215 Fashion Design Using IllustratorFF 241 Fashion Design Computer: Photoshop

FASHION MERCHANDISING MANAGEMENTRefer to pages 20-22 for course descriptions.

FM 114 Introduction to the Fashion IndustryFM 116 Fashion Business PracticesFM 117 Introduction to Fashion MarketingFM 122 Fashion Merchandising: Principles and

TechniquesFM 212 Case Studies in Fashion MarketingFM 213 Introduction to Direct MarketingFM 222 Import BuyingFM 244 Product DevelopmentFM 262 Contemporary Retail ManagementFM 268 Team Development WorkshopFM 321 Workshop in Apparel MerchandisingFM 324 Business of LicensingFM 325 Financial Assortment and PlanningFM 341 Computer-Aided Product Development I

FINE ARTSRefer to page 24 for course description.

FA 105 Life DrawingFA 132 Life Drawing IIFA 141 Drawing IFA 142 Drawing II

FRENCHRefer to page 24 for course description.

FR 122 French Conversation I

GRAPHIC DESIGNRefer to page 26 for course description.

GD 243 Website Design and Production

HEALTH EDUCATIONRefer to page 26 for course description.

HE 102 Stress Management

HISTORY OF ART AND CIVILIZATIONRefer to pages 26-27 for course descriptions.

HA 112 History of Western Art and Civilization: Renaissance to the Modern Era

HA 225 Art and Civilization of IndiaHA 231 Modern Art

INTERNATIONAL TRADE AND MARKETINGRefer to page 30 for course descriptions.

IN 492 International Trade Practicum

INTERNSHIP CENTERRefer to page 30 for course description.

IC 296 AAS Internship B: Career ExplorationIC 496 Senior Internship B: Career Planning

ITALIANRefer to page 25 for course description.

IT 122 Italian Conversation I

LIBERAL ARTS DIVISIONAL STUDIESRefer to page 32 for course descriptions.

LA 221 U.S. History: Civil War to PresentLA 321 Survey of American Music

MATHEMATICSRefer to page 33 for course descriptions.

MA 002 Developmental Mathematics IIMA 003 Algebra ReviewMA 161 Mathematical Ideas

PHILOSOPHYRefer to page 35 for course description.

PL 431 Philosophy: Ethics

PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND DANCERefer to page 36 for course descriptions.

PE 131 Tennis IPE 141 Fitness TrainingPE 143 Yoga IPE 144 AerobicsPE 145 Tai Chi I

PRODUCTION MANAGEMENT: FASHION AND RELATED INDUSTRIESRefer to page 37 for course descriptions.

MG 153 Excel for BusinessMG 306 Information Systems: Case Analysis

SCIENCERefer to page 38 for course descriptions.

SC 111 Introduction to the Physical SciencesSC 121 Introduction to Biological Science

SOCIAL SCIENCESRefer to pages 38-39 for course descriptions.

SS 131 General PsychologySS 141 MacroeconomicsSS 151 Introduction to World AffairsSS 171 Introductory SociologySS 237 Industrial PsychologySS 272 Sex Roles, Marriage, and Family in TransitionSS 374 Cross-Cultural Studies

SPANISHRefer to page 26 for course descriptions.

SP 122 Spanish Conversation I

SURFACE DESIGNRefer to page 40 for course descriptions.

SD 101 Experimental Screen PrintingSD 183 Screen Printing: T-Shirts and Related Products

TEXTILE SCIENCERefer to page 41 for course description.

TS 111 Fundamentals of Textiles

NON-CREDIT COURSESMASTER CLASSRefer to page 54 for course description.

SXN 010 Hands on Writing for College Admissions: Essaysand Applications

SXN 300 Fashion Design Studio with Caroline Simonelli

COLOR SPECIALISTRefer to page 54 for course description.

SXC 210 Color Theory basics: Moving from Art to Science

COMPUTER TRAINING: BUSINESSRefer to pages 54-55 for course descriptions.

CTB 001 Computers Made Easy as 1-2-3CTB 002 Introduction to the MacintoshCTB 010 Microsoft Excel

COMPUTER TRAINING: DESIGNRefer to pages 55-59 for course descriptions.

CTD 100 Adobe Illustrator ICTD 111 Adobe Illustrator II: Graphic DesignCTD 200 Adobe Photoshop ICTD 430 3D Modeling: Rhino ICTD 612 Web Design: JavaScript

CREATIVE ENTERPRISE OWNERSHIPRefer to pages 60-61 for course descriptions.

CEO 001 Setting a Course for Your BusinessCEO 005 Legal Basics for Business Start-upsCEO 019 Creative Business Plans for Consulting Success

FASHION BUSINESSRefer to pages 62-63 for course descriptions.

SXF 118 Maximize Your Fashion Skills and Super-size YourCareer

SXF 200 How to Style, Plan, and Merchandise an ApparelLine

SXF 250 How to Write Garment Specs That Really CountSXF 400 Fashionspeak: How to Get What You Want, When

You Need ItSXF 500 Fabrication: Everything You Need to KnowSXF 501 Fabrication Dyeing, Printing, and Finishing

EssentialsSXF 600 Quick Sketching for the Fashion Business

FASHION EVENTS PLANNINGRefer to page 63 for course descriptions.

SXE 100 Introduction to Fashion Publicity and Events Planning

SXE 310 Fashion Publicity and Events Planning Workshop

FASHION STYLINGRefer to page 64 for course descriptions.

SXS 100 Introduction to Fashion StylingSXS 200 Fashion Styling II: Fashion Styling for MediaSXS 300 Fashion Styling III: Launching Your Career

HOME FASHION MARKETRefer to page 65 for course description.

SXH 010 Fashion Styling: Home Fashion Business

IMAGE CONSULTINGRefer to pages 65-66 for course descriptions.

SXI 100 Introduction to Image ConsultingSXI 200 Image Consulting II: Wardrobing and

Components of Personal ImageSXI 300 Image Consulting III: Business Essentials

for Success

MEDIA EVENTS AND PHOTOGRAPHYRefer to page 66 for course descriptions.

SXM 100 Styling Tricks of the Trade: Pinning, Taping, andClothing Care

SXM 200 Photography: For Self-Expression or ProfitSXM 220 Introduction to Fashion Photography

PET PRODUCT DESIGN AND MARKETINGRefer to page 67 for course description.

SXD 640 How to Get Your Pet Apparel and ProductConcepts to Market

PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT ESSENTIALSRefer to page 67 for course descriptions.

SXP 110 How to Master Global Security and Social Compliance

SXP 120 How to Build a Better Garment: Stitches, Seams,and Finishing

SXP 300 The Ultimate Guide to Fit Approval ProcessSuccess

RETAIL EXPERIENCE MANAGEMENTRefer to page 68 for course descriptions.

SXR 005 Introduction to Today’s Retail ArenaSXR 010 Retail Math: Merchandising, Planning, and Gross

MarginSXR 050 Intro to Retail Branding: The Art of Customer

Bonding

WARDROBE TECHNICIAN/COSTUME DESIGN SPECIALISTRefer to page 70 for course description.

SXG 100 Wardrobing for Theater, Film, and TV

WEARABLE AND DECORATIVE ARTSRefer to pages 70-71 for course descriptions.

SXW 005 Crafts/Design: The Fine Art of BusinessSXW 010 Bauble, Bangle, and Bead Stringing ISXW 110 Collectible Jewelry II and Beaded Wire EarringsSXW 115 Sterling Silver Link Jewelry WorkshopSXW 201 Knitting for NovicesSXW 400 Learn to Sew Like a Pro ISXW 410 Learn to Sew Like a Pro IISXW 425 Hand Sewing, Mending, and Alteration Essentials

Winterim Online CoursesCREDIT COURSESBUSINESS ENTERPRISERefer to page 12 for course description.


FASHION DESIGN/ARTRefer to page 18 for course description.

AR 101 Fashion Art and Design


FM 114 Introduction to the Fashion IndustryFM 116 Fashion Business PracticesFM 212 Case Studies in Fashion MarketingFM 213 Introduction to Direct MarketingFM 222 Import BuyingFM 244 Product DevelopmentFM 268 Team Development WorkshopFM 321 Workshop in Apparel MerchandisingFM 324 Business of LicensingFM 361 Management for RetailingFM 422 Merchandising Strategies

HISTORY OF ART AND CIVILIZATIONRefer to page 26 for course description.


INTERNSHIP CENTERRefer to page 30 for course description.

IC 496 Senior Internship B: Career Planning

LIBERAL ARTS DIVISIONAL STUDIESRefer to page 32 for course description.

LA 221 U.S. History: Civil War to Present

PRODUCTION MANAGEMENT:FASHION AND RELATED INDUSTRIESRefer to page 37 for course description.

MG 153 Excel for BusinessMG 306 Information Systems: Case Analysis

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SS 131 General PsychologySS 151 Introduction to World AffairsSS 374 Cross-Cultural Studies



Spring CoursesCREDIT COURSESACCESSORIES DESIGNRefer to page 9 for course descriptions.

LD 101 Accessories DesignLD 112 Decorative Leather TechniquesLD 121 Anatomy for AccessoriesLD 133 Footwear Design and Construction ILD 134 Footwear Design and Construction IILD 143 Handbag Design and Construction ILD 144 Handbag Design and Construction IILD 243 Belt Design and PatternmakingLD 252 Small Leather Goods for MenLD 261 Sketching AccessoriesLD 471 The Accessories Industry

ADVERTISING AND MARKETING COMMUNICATIONSRefer to pages 9-11 for course descriptions.

AC 111 Advertising and PromotionAC 113 Strategic Planning for Integrated Marketing

CommunicationsAC 141 JournalismAC 161 Multimedia Computing for Advertising and

Marketing CommunicationsAC 171 Mass CommunicationsAC 201 Introduction to Advertising and Promotion for

Communication DesignAC 211 Workshop in Business CommunicationsAC 221 Publicity WorkshopAC 222 Sales PromotionAC 231 Advertising CopywritingAC 232 Radio and TV Copywriting WorkshopAC 242 Fashion Journalism WorkshopAC 262 Multimedia PresentationsAC 271 Audiences and MediaAC 272 Research Methods in Integrated Marketing

CommunicationsAC 321 Principles of Public RelationsAC 361 Computer Applications and Interactive

Technologies for Marketing CommunicationsAC 362 Video Studio ProductionAC 411 Brand ManagementAC 412 Creative StrategiesAC 413 Corporate CommunicationsAC 462 Video Field ProductionAC 471 Media Planning

ADVERTISING DESIGNRefer to page 11 for course description.

AD 494 Senior Design Project Research



BUSINESS LAWRefer to page 12 for course description.

BL 343 Introduction to Business Law

CHINESERefer to page 24 for course descriptions.

CH 111 Chinese ICH 122 Chinese Conversation I

COMMUNICATION DESIGNRefer to page 12 for course descriptions.

CD 112 Foundation II/Communication DesignCD 121 Studio SkillsCD 122 Digital Layout ICD 123 Basic BookbindingCD 131 Color WorkshopCD 171 Introduction to TypographyCD 172 Computer Drawing and TypographyCD 222 Digital Layout IICD 223 Introduction to InDesignCD 251 Digital Imagery

COMPUTER GRAPHICSRefer to pages 13-14 for course descriptions.

CG 111 Introduction to Computer GraphicsCG 211 Computer-Assisted DesignCG 212 Introduction to 3D Computer ModelingCG 213 2D Computer AnimationCG 214 Web Page ConstructionCG 215 Web Page Construction IICG 221 Design and Authoring for Interactive Media ICG 222 Game Design for Digital MediaCG 241 Flash AnimationCG 251 Basic Editing with Final Cut ProCG 311 2D Computer Image GenerationCG 312 3D Computer Modeling and RenderingCG 321 Design and Authoring for Interactive Media II

DESIGN DIVISION STUDIESRefer to page 14 for course description.

DD 231 Color Production Techniques for Digital Prepress

DIRECT AND INTERACTIVE MARKETINGRefer to page 14 for course description.

DM 211 Workshop in Direct Marketing (formerly DM 311)

DRAPING TECHNIQUESRefer to page 14 for course descriptions.

DP 111 Draping Proficiency IDP 112 Draping Proficiency IIDP 211 Draping Proficiency III

EDUCATIONAL SKILLSRefer to pages 14-15 for course descriptions.

ES 023 English as a Second Language WorkshopES 024 English as a Second LanguageES 033 College English Preparation WorkshopES 034 Educational SkillsES 037 Survival GrammarES 123 English as a Second LanguageES 133 College English Preparation


EN 121 English CompositionEN 231 Short FictionEN 232 Perspectives on American LiteratureEN 233 PoetryEN 236 Major Writers of the Western WorldEN 241 Professional Speech CommunicationEN 242 Public SpeakingEN 244 Speech Dynamics in Group CommunicationEN 245 Intercultural CommunicationEN 251 Theatre ArtsEN 272 Identity in America: History and Literature,

1865 to PresentEN 321 Business WritingEN 322 Professional Writing in Art and DesignEN 361 Creative Writing

FASHION DESIGN/APPARELRefer to pages 16-18 for course descriptions.

AP 144 Outerwear and Performance Apparel Sewing Techniques

AP 222 Computer-Aided Flat Pattern DesignAP 241 Leather Apparel Design Room TechniquesAP 242 Haute Couture Sewing TechniquesAP 243 Haute Couture Decorative Techniques and

EmbellishmentsAP 275 Haute Couture Apparel DesignFD 111 Draping I: FundamentalsFD 112 Draping II: Constructed SilhouettesFD 116 Apparel Design WorkshopFD 121 Flat Pattern Design IFD 131 Sewing Techniques IFD 132 Sewing Techniques IIFD 212 Draping IV: Advanced TechniquesFD 221 Flat Pattern Design IIFD 241 Apparel Product Data ManagementFD 282 Corsetry in Fashion II

FASHION DESIGN/ ARTRefer to pages 18-19 for course descriptions.

AF 341 Costume Design for the Performing ArtsAR 101 Fashion Art and DesignAR 115 Introduction to CAD Software for Fashion

DesignersAR 182 Flats and Specs for the Fashion IndustryAR 214 Fashion Design Using PhotoshopAR 215 Fashion Design Using IllustratorAR 245 Digital Fashion Design PortfolioAR 311 Sketching for Fashion DesignersFF 111 Fashion Art and Design IFF 112 Fashion Art and Design IIFF 114 Model Drawing I for Fashion DesignersFF 211 Fashion Art and Design IIIFF 212 Fashion Art and Design IVFF 221 Fashion Past and PresentFF 241 Fashion Design Computer: PhotoshopFF 243 Digital Flats and Specs


FM 114 Introduction to the Fashion IndustryFM 116 Fashion Business PracticesFM 117 Introduction to Fashion MarketingFM 118 Consumer Motivation in FashionFM 121 Merchandise Planning and ControlFM 122 Fashion Merchandising: Principles and

TechniquesFM 144 Product Knowledge for MerchandisingFM 212 Case Studies in Fashion MarketingFM 213 Introduction to Direct MarketingFM 221 Workshop in Fashion Merchandising

ManagementFM 222 Import BuyingFM 223 Creative Fashion PresentationsFM 224 Merchandising Math ApplicationsFM 225 Fashion MerchandisingFM 231 Strategies of SellingFM 244 Product DevelopmentFM 251 Small Store Fashion RetailingFM 262 Contemporary Retail ManagementFM 268 Team Development WorkshopFM 321 Workshop in Apparel MerchandisingFM 322 Fashion Inventory ManagementFM 323 Merchandising for Electronic CommerceFM 324 Business of LicensingFM 325 Financial Assortment and PlanningFM 341 Computer-Aided Product Development IFM 361 Management for RetailingFM 362 Dynamics of Store Operations ManagementFM 422 Merchandising StrategiesFM 431 Sales ManagementFM 441 Computer-Aided Product Development II

FINE ARTSRefer to pages 23-24 for course descriptions.

FA 101 PaintingFA 103 PaintingFA 104 Sculpture - BasicFA 105 Life DrawingFA 107 Basic DesignFA 116 Creative MediaFA 117 Traditional Techniques in the Fine ArtsFA 131 Life Drawing IFA 141 Drawing IFA 142 Drawing IIFA 153 Watercolor and Its ApplicationsFA 171 Printmaking I

FRENCHRefer to pages 24-25 for course descriptions.

FR 111 French IFR 112 French IIFR 122 French Conversation IFR 213 French III

HEALTH EDUCATIONRefer to page 26 for course descriptions.

HE 102 Stress ManagementHE 201 Human Sexuality


HA 111 History of Western Art and Civilization: AncientPrehistory Through the Middle Ages


HA 121 Cities and Civilizations: The Eastern Mediterranean World, c. 3000 BCE - 1000 CE

HA 214 Art In New YorkHA 223 African Art and CivilizationHA 225 Art and Civilization of IndiaHA 226 Art and Civilization of the Islamic WorldHA 231 Modern ArtHA 314 History of American ArtHA 343 History of PhotographyHA 344 History of Western CostumeHA 398 Architecture and Faith: Ancient and Islamic

Cities (Honors)

HOME PRODUCTS DEVELOPMENTRefer to page 27 for course descriptions.

HP 201 Introduction to Home ProductsHP 231 America at Home: Product Styles from 1900 to

Contemporary

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HUMAN DEVELOPMENTRefer to page 28 for course description.

HD 111 Career Planning

ILLUSTRATIONRefer to page 28 for course descriptions.

IL 111 Fashion Illustration IIL 123 General Illustration IIL 126 Watercolor Comps and IllustrationsIL 131 Illustration Life Drawing IIL 133 Anatomical Life Drawing for the Illustrator IIL 143 Fashion Drawing IIL 181 The Essence of Comic ArtIL 183 Comic Book IllustrationIL 376 Fantasy and Science Fiction Illustration

INTERIOR DESIGNRefer to pages 28-29 for course descriptions.

ID 115 Interior Design Studio IID 121 Survey of Interior DesignID 133 Presentation Techniques IID 135 Model ConstructionID 151 Basic Drafting TechniquesID 172 Design, Color, and Lighting Principles and TheoryID 253 AutoCAD IID 255 AutoCAD IIID 332 Interior Rendering in Colored PencilID 431 Computer Rendering

INTERNATIONAL TRADE AND MARKETINGRefer to pages 29-30 for course descriptions.

IN 201 Global Sourcing in the Textile IndustriesIN 312 International TradeIN 342 International Corporate ResponsibilityIN 433 Global SourcingIN 434 International ManagementIN 443 International Business Strategies and Fashion Law

INTERNSHIP CENTERRefer to page 30 for course descriptions.

IC 296 AAS Internship B: Career ExplorationIC 298 AAS Internship D: Career ExplorationIC 496 Senior Internship B: Career PlanningIC 497 Senior Internship C: Career PlanningIC 498 Senior Internship D: Career Planning

ITALIANRefer to page 25 for course descriptions.

IT 111 Italian IIT 112 Italian IIIT 122 Italian Conversation IIT 214 Italian IV

JAPANESERefer to page 25 for course descriptions.

JA 111 Japanese IJA 112 Japanese IIJA 122 Japanese Conversation IJA 214 Japanese Conversation IV

JEWELRY DESIGNRefer to pages 31-32 for course descriptions.

JD 101 Introduction to Jewelry FabricationJD 113 Beginning Soldering TechniquesJD 115 Metal Forming Techniques: Chasing and

RepousseJD 121 Wax CarvingJD 122 Jewelry CastingJD 133 Introduction to Jewelry DesignJD 134 Jewelry Design IIJD 138 Introduction to CAD for Jewelry DesignJD 213 Non-Traditional Construction Techniques in MetalJD 241 Introduction to GemologyJD 243 Gemology IIJD 244 Gemology IIIJD 251 Principles of SilversmithingJD 252 Silversmithing Project StudioJD 261 Changes and Trends in Jewelry DesignJD 281 Diamond Grading

LADIES TAILORINGRefer to page 32 for course descriptions.

TL 111 Ladies Tailoring ITL 112 Ladies Tailoring IITL 211 Ladies Tailoring III

LIBERAL ARTS DIVISIONAL STUDIESRefer to page 32 for course descriptions.

LA 221 U.S. History: Civil War to PresentLA 321 Survey of American MusicLA 396 Religion and Religious Dissent in American

History to the Civil War (Honors)

MARKETING: FASHION AND RELATED INDUSTRIESRefer to page 32 for course description.

MK 351 Marketing Research

MATHEMATICSRefer to pages 33-34 for course descriptions.

MA 001 Developmental Mathematics IMA 002 Developmental Mathematics IIMA 003 Algebra ReviewMA 005 Developmental Math for Fashion Merchandising

ManagementMA 009 Developmental Mathematics for Fashion DesignMA 131 PrecalculusMA 161 Mathematical IdeasMA 213 Quantitative MethodsMA 222 Statistical AnalysisMA 242 Geometry and the Art of DesignMA 311 Mathematical Modeling for Business ApplicationsMA 321 Data Analysis for Business Applications

MENSWEARRefer to page 34 for course descriptions.

MW 142 Menswear SewingMW 143 Tailoring I

MILLINERYRefer to page 34 for course descriptions.

ML 113 Blocking Techniques for HatsML 115 Fabric Hat Construction

PACKAGING DESIGNRefer to page 34 for course description.

PK 211 Introduction to Packaging Design

PATTERNMAKINGRefer to pages 34-35 for course descriptions.

PM 121 Patternmaking I: Misses’ and Women’s WearPM 122 Patternmaking II: Misses’ and Women’s WearPM 171 Pattern Grading: Misses’ and Women’s WearPM 233 Patternmaking: Misses’ SportswearPM 236 Patternmaking: Coats and SuitsPM 255 Fit Analysis and Technical Documentation

PHILOSOPHYRefer to page 35 for course descriptions.

PL 143 Introduction to Asian PhilosophiesPL 431 Philosophy: Ethics

PHOTOGRAPHYRefer to pages 35-36 for course descriptions.

PH 116 Photography BasicsPH 117 Principles of Photography Including Darkroom

InstructionPH 118 Beginning Digital PhotographyPH 162 Photographic StylingPH 201 Digital Photography for Accessories and JewelryPH 272 Photoshop I for PhotographersPH 331 Lighting for Still and Moving Images

PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND DANCERefer to pages 36-37 for course descriptions.

PE 111 Modern DancePE 113 Jazz DancePE 116 Afro-Caribbean DancePE 118 Flamenco DancePE 122 Beginning GolfPE 131 Tennis IPE 141 Fitness TrainingPE 143 Yoga IPE 144 AerobicsPE 145 Tai Chi IPE 146 Kung FuPE 147 Gentle Yoga

PRODUCTION MANAGEMENT: FASHION AND RELATED INDUSTRIESRefer to pages 37-38 for course descriptions.

MG 114 Principles of Product ConstructionMG 132 Marketing for ManufacturersMG 153 Excel for BusinessMG 242 Principles of AccountingMG 252 Product Data ManagementMG 253 Object-Oriented Database ManagementMG 306 Information Systems: Case AnalysisMG 311 Manufacturing I: Equipment AnalysisMG 411 Manufacturing Facilities ManagementMG 432 Strategy, Policy, and Decision MakingMG 442 Product Costing


SC 032 Color Science LaboratorySC 111 Introduction to the Physical SciencesSC 121 Introduction to Biological ScienceSC 332 Color and Light


SS 131 General PsychologySS 141 MacroeconomicsSS 151 Introduction to World AffairsSS 171 Introductory SociologySS 231 PersonalitySS 237 Industrial PsychologySS 242 MicroeconomicsSS 272 Sex Roles, Marriage, and Family in TransitionSS 278 Latinos in the United States: A Sociological

PerspectiveSS 334 The Psychology of ColorSS 343 Labor EconomicsSS 353 Latin America TodaySS 354 Comparative Political SystemsSS 374 Cross-Cultural StudiesSS 392 Psychopathology and Modern Life (Honors)SS 394 Global Financial Markets (Honors)SS 443 International Economics

SPANISHRefer to pages 25-26 for course descriptions.

SP 111 Spanish ISP 112 Spanish IISP 122 Spanish Conversation ISP 311 Spanish for Business

SURFACE DESIGNRefer to pages 40-41 for course descriptions.

SD 101 Experimental Screen PrintingSD 102 Decorative Papers and Greeting CardsSD 112 Textile Color FundamentalsSD 122 Painted FabricsSD 141 Nature StudiesSD 183 Screen Printing: T-Shirts and Related ProductsSD 224 Computer-Aided Print DesignSD 227 Painting on FabricSD 271 Textile/Surface Design Using Adobe Illustrator

(formerly SD 371)SD 303 Screen Printing with Typographic ImagerySD 471 Advanced CAD with Adobe Photoshop and

Fashion Studio

TEXTILE DESIGNRefer to page 41 for course descriptions.

TD 111 Computer-Aided Design Principles for TextileDesign

TD 131 Woven DesignTD 312 Computer Graphic Text Design I

TEXTILE SCIENCERefer to page 41 for course descriptions.

TS 111 Fundamentals of TextilesTS 116 Knit Design Principles and TechnologyTS 132 Introduction to Textiles for Fashion DesignersTS 171 Hi-Tech Textiles for Apparel and Accessories

TEXTILE TECHNOLOGYRefer to pages 41-42 for course descriptions.

TT 054 Textile Quality Assurance LaboratoryTT 273 The Textile Industry: A Historical SurveyTT 301 Textile ApplicationsTT 446 Textile Finishing TechnologyTT 454 Textile Quality AssuranceTT 475 Textile Marketing

TOY DESIGNRefer to page 42 for course description.

TY 101 Introduction to Toy Design

VISUAL PRESENTATIONAND EXHIBITION DESIGNRefer to page 42 for course descriptions.

DE 101 Principles of Display and Exhibit Design: SmallScale

DE 102 Principles of Display and Exhibit Design: LargeScale

DE 123 Design and RenderingDE 125 CAD for Visual PresentationDE 141 Display Graphics IDE 143 Styling for Visual PresentationDE 226 CAD for Visual Presentation II

NON-CREDIT COURSESMASTER CLASSRefer to page 54 for course description.

SXN 300 Fashion Design Studio with Caroline Simonelli

COLOR SPECIALISTRefer to page 54 for course descriptions.

SXC 100 Color Theory I: PsychologySXC 210 Color Theory Basics: Moving from Art to ScienceSXC 300 Color Theory III: Color Through the Eyes of the

Modern Artist

COMPUTER TRAINING: BUSINESSRefer to pages 54-55 for course descriptions.

CTB 002 Introduction to the MacintoshCTB 005 QuickBooksCTB 010 Microsoft ExcelCTB 012 Microsoft Excel II: Fashion DesignCTB 040 Managing the Design ProcessCTB 051 WebPDMCTB 052 Product Development with PLM

COMPUTER TRAINING: DESIGNRefer to pages 55-59 for course descriptions.

CTD 100 Adobe Illustrator ICTD 110 Adobe Illustrator II: Fashion DesignCTD 111 Adobe Illustrator II: Graphic DesignCTD 120 Adobe Illustrator III: Fashion DesignCTD 121 Illustrator III: Graphic DesignCTD 131 Creating Complete Tech Packs in IllustratorCTD 200 Adobe Photoshop ICTD 211 Adobe Photoshop II: Graphic DesignCTD 212 Adobe Photoshop II: Textiles and Product

DevelopmentCTD 214 Adobe Photoshop II: Web DesignCTD 250 Adobe Power UserCTD 310 CAD: Colour Matters ICTD 340 CAD: U4ia ICTD 361 Get Up to Speed with AutoCAD ICTD 362 Get up to Speed with AutoCAD IICTD 429 Introduction to Rhino for the CAD NoviceCTD 430 3D Modeling: Rhino ICTD 431 3D Modeling: Rhino IICTD 432 3D Modeling: Rhino IIICTD 434 3D Rendering with Rhino and FlamingoCTD 510 QuarkXPressCTD 520 Adobe InDesign ICTD 522 Adobe InDesign IICTD 600 Web Design: XHTMLCTD 605 Web Design: Cascading Style SheetsCTD 610 Web Design: Dreamweaver ICTD 611 Web Design: Dreamweaver IICTD 612 Web Design: JavaScriptCTD 615 Web Design: GUICTD 620 Flash ICTD 621 Flash II

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CTD 630 Introduction to PHPCTD 641 Search Engine OptimizationCTD 710 Designing Video for Television and the InternetCTD 800 Final Cut Pro

COMPUTER TRAINING: PATTERNMAKINGRefer to page 59 for course descriptions.

CTP 110 Patternmaking: Gerber ICTP 111 Patternmaking: Gerber II

COMPUTER TRAINING: SENIORSRefer to page 60 for course descriptions.

CTS 100 Introduction to the Personal ComputerCTS 110 Making the Most of EmailCTS 120 Becoming Internet Savvy

CREATIVE ENTERPRISE OWNERSHIPRefer to pages 60-62 for course descriptions.

CEO 001 Setting a Course for Your BusinessCEO 002 Knowing Your MarketCEO 003 Formulating Your Financial StrategyCEO 004 Managing Money in a Small EnterpriseCEO 005 Legal Basics for Business Start-upsCEO 008 Marketing Techniques for Promoting BusinessCEO 009 Branding StrategiesCEO 010 Putting Up a Business-Ready WebsiteCEO 011 Fundamentals of Online RetailingCEO 012 Selling Your Products and ServicesCEO 013 Getting Press and PublicityCEO 014 Marketing Your Product to BoutiquesCEO 015 The Power of NegotiationCEO 019 Creative Business Plans for Consulting SuccessCEO 020 Opening Your Own BoutiqueCEO 027 Communicating Your BrandCEO 030 Web 2.0 and Your Business

FASHION BUSINESSRefer to pages 62-63 for course descriptions.

SXF 020 Costing: How to Win the Garment GameSXF 200 How to Style, Plan, and Merchandise an Apparel

LineSXF 250 How to Write Garment Specs That Really CountSXF 400 Fashionspeak: How to Get What You Want, When

You Need ItSXF 500 Fabrication: Everything You Need to KnowSXF 501 Fabrication Dyeing, Printing, and Finishing

Essentials

FASHION EVENTS PLANNINGRefer to page 63 for course descriptions.

SXE 100 Introduction to Fashion Publicity and Events Planning

SXE 210 Events II: Publicity Writing WorkshopSXE 215 Events III: How to Present Yourself to Anyone

and Win ClientsSXE 310 Fashion Publicity and Events Planning Workshop

FASHION STYLINGRefer to page 64 for course descriptions.

SXS 100 Introduction to Fashion StylingSXS 200 Fashion Styling II: Fashion Styling for Media

FIT/NYC TALK AND TOURSRefer to pages 64-65 for course descriptions.

SXT 300 Brooklyn: Williamsburg, The New Style FrontierSXT 500 Star-Quality Vintage ShoppingSXT 800 Shop, Cook, and Eat: The Best of New YorkSXT 802 Shop, Cook, and Eat: Gourmet on a Budget

HOME FASHION MARKETRefer to page 65 for course descriptions.

SXH 100 Learn the Top Ten Design Motifs of All TimeSXH 300 Color Intensive Workshop for the Home Fashion

Market

IMAGE CONSULTINGRefer to pages 65-66 for course descriptions.


Components of Personal ImageSXI 300 Image Consulting III: Business Essentials for

Success

MEDIA EVENTS AND PHOTOGRAPHYRefer to page 66 for course descriptions.

SXM 100 Styling Tricks of the Trade: Pinning, Taping, andClothing Care

SXM 200 Photography: For Self-Expression or ProfitSXM 210 Photography: Beyond the BasicsSXM 230 Beginning Digital PhotographySXM 240 Advanced Fashion and Beauty Photography with

Digital Techniques

PET PRODUCT DESIGN AND MARKETINGRefer to page 67 for course description.

SXD 625 Fashion Design for Pet Apparel

PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT ESSENTIALSRefer to pages 67-68 for course descriptions.

SXP 105 Quality Fashion: How to Make It, How to Deliver ItSXP 120 How to Build a Better Garment: Stitches, Seams,

and FinishingSXP 310 The Technical Designer’s Guide to Successful

Product AnalysisSXP 352 Grading Know-How for Customer Fit and

SatisfactionSXP 356 Successful Spec Packages for Women’s Fashions

RETAIL EXPERIENCE MANAGEMENTRefer to page 68 for course descriptions.

SXR 005 Introduction to Today’s Retail ArenaSXR 010 Retail Math: Merchandising, Planning, and Gross

Margin

TOOLS OF THE TRADERefer to page 69 for course descriptions.

TOT 001 Is Freelancing for You?TOT 002 Marketing Your ServicesTOT 003 Presentation SkillsTOT 004 Building Each New Work RelationshipTOT 005 Time ManagementTOT 006 Tax TipsTOT 102 Assessing Your MarketTOT 103 Fabrics, Patterns, and SamplingTOT 104 Line Sheets, Look Books, and Sales CollateralTOT 105 Finding the Right SupplierTOT 106 Sales, Marketing, and PRTOT 150 Designer Panel

WEARABLE AND DECORATIVE ARTSRefer to pages 70-71 for course descriptions.

SXW 005 Crafts/Design: The Fine Art of BusinessSXW 010 Bauble, Bangle, and Bead Stringing ISXW 100 Collectible Jewelry ISXW 130 Make Your Own Buttons, Bands, Buckles, and

BanglesSXW 200 Knitting for PleasureSXW 220 Beginners’ Machine KnittingSXW 230 Machine Knitting II

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Spring Online CoursesCREDIT COURSESADVERTISING AND MARKETING COMMUNICATIONSRefer to pages 9-10 for course descriptions.

AC 111 Advertising and PromotionAC 161 Multimedia Computing for Advertising and

Marketing Communications



BUSINESS LAWRefer to page 12 for course description.

BL 343 Introduction to Business Law

DIRECT AND INTERACTIVE MARKETINGRefer to page 14 for course description.

DM 211 Workshop in Direct Marketing (formerly DM 311)

EDUCATIONAL SKILLSRefer to pages 14-15 for course descriptions.

ES 033 College English Preparation WorkshopES 133 College English Preparation


EN 121 English CompositionEN 231 Short FictionEN 321 Business WritingEN 361 Creative Writing

FASHION DESIGN/ARTRefer to page 18 for course descriptions.

AR 101 Fashion Art and DesignAR 214 Fashion Design Using PhotoshopAR 215 Fashion Design Using Illustrator


FM 114 Introduction to the Fashion IndustryFM 116 Fashion Business PracticesFM 117 Introduction to Fashion MarketingFM 118 Consumer Motivation in FashionFM 121 Merchandise Planning and ControlFM 212 Case Studies in Fashion MarketingFM 213 Introduction to Direct MarketingFM 222 Import Buying

FM 224 Merchandising Math ApplicationsFM 225 Fashion MerchandisingFM 244 Product DevelopmentFM 251 Small Store Fashion RetailingFM 262 Contemporary Retail ManagementFM 268 Team Development WorkshopFM 321 Workshop in Apparel MerchandisingFM 324 Business of LicensingFM 361 Management for RetailingFM 422 Merchandising Strategies



HA 221 East Asian Art and CivilizationHA 226 Art and Civilization of the Islamic WorldHA 231 Modern ArtHA 314 History of American ArtHA 331 Contemporary Art and Culture: 1945 to the

PresentHA 343 History of Photography

INTERNATIONAL TRADE AND MARKETINGRefer to pages 29-30 for course descriptions.

IN 312 International TradeIN 313 International Business TransactionsIN 322 Global MarketingIN 323 Import/Export RegulationsIN 341 International LogisticsIN 433 Global SourcingIN 434 International ManagementIN 442 International Finance

INTERNSHIP CENTERRefer to pages 30 for course descriptions.

IC 298 AAS Internship D: Career ExplorationIC 498 Senior Internship D: Career Planning

LIBERAL ARTS DIVISIONAL STUDIESRefer to page 32 for course description.

LA 221 U.S. History: Civil War to Present

MATHEMATICSRefer to pages 33-34 for course descriptions.

MA 161 Mathematical IdeasMA 222 Statistical AnalysisMA 311 Mathematical Modeling for Business

ApplicationsMA 312 Data Analysis for Business Applications

PHOTOGRAPHYRefer to page 35 for course descriptions.

PH 262 Professional Procedures for the CommercialPhotographer

PRODUCTION MANAGEMENT:FASHION AND RELATED INDUSTRIESRefer to page 37 for course descriptions.

MG 132 Marketing for ManufacturersMG 153 Excel for BusinessMG 242 Principles of AccountingMG 306 Information Systems: Case Analysis


SC 111 Introduction to the Physical SciencesSC 112 Earth ScienceSC 121 Introduction to Biological Science


SS 131 General PsychologySS 141 MacroeconomicsSS 151 Introduction to World AffairsSS 171 Introductory SociologySS 231 PersonalitySS 374 Cross-Cultural Studies



NON-CREDIT COURSESCOMPUTER TRAINING: DESIGNRefer to page 58 for course description.

CTD 600 Web Design: XHTML

CREATIVE ENTERPRISE OWNERSHIPRefer to page 60 for course descriptions.

CEO 001 Setting a Course for Your BusinessCEO 002 Knowing Your MarketCEO 003 Formulating Your Financial Strategy

FASHION STYLINGRefer to page 64 for course description.

SXS 100 Introduction to Fashion Styling

IMAGE CONSULTINGRefer to page 65 for course description.


Components of Personal Image

RETAIL EXPERIENCE MANAGEMENTRefer to page 68 for course description.

SXR 011 Retail Math: Gross Margin Analysis

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CAMPUS MAP 95

Location and DirectionsThe college is located on West 27th Street, between Seventhand Eighth avenues. This midtown location, the center ofNew York City’s fashion industries, is easily reached bysubway, major railroad lines, and bus routes in the city.

SubwaysSubway stations

23rd and 28th street stations of the 134th Street station of the 1, 2, and 323rd Street station of the C and E34th Street station of the A, C, and E

RailroadsRailroad stationsPennsylvania Station of the Amtrak, New Jersey Transit, and Long Island railroads; Grand Central Terminal Metro-North commuter railroads (Harlem, Hudson, New Haven); 23rd and 34th street PATH stations.

Bus Routes23rd and 34th street crosstown; Seventh and Eighth avenuebuses; Port Authority Bus Terminal at 40th Street, andGeorge Washington Bridge Terminal for New Jersey buses,then via subway or metropolitan bus lines.

ParkingThere is no on-campus parking at FIT. On-street parking isavailable on Seventh and Eighth avenues during meteredtimes. Parking lots are also located on 26th and 28th streetsbetween Seventh and Eighth avenues.

FIT BuildingsA: David Dubinsky Student CenterB: Business and Liberal Arts CenterC: Marvin Feldman CenterD: Fred P. Pomerantz Art and Design CenterE: Shirley Goodman Resource CenterDP: Dining PavilionCC: Conference Center at FITSF: Storefront, 236 West 27 Street

Residential Life 210 West 27 Street

Residence Halls 210 West 27 Street220 West 27 Street230 West 27 Street406 West 31 Street

Offices 236 West 27 Street, 1st, 2nd, 5th, 6th, 11th floors

Smoking PolicySmoking is prohibited in FIT buildings and on campusgrounds. This includes the walkways and breezewayssurrounding the buildings. For more information visitwww.fitnyc.edu/smokingpolicy.

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Jay and Patty Baker School of B423Bursar: Cashiering Operations B127

Administrative Offices 236 West 27 Street, 6th fl.Career and Internship Center B202Center for Professional Studies D130Communications and External Relations B905Continuing and Professional Studies,

School of Conference Center at FIT, lower levelCounseling Center A212BEducational Foundation C204Enrollment Management and Student Success B221Enterprise Center D130Financial Aid A212AGladys Marcus Library E bldg. 4th fl.Graduate Studies, School of E315Group Information Session C205Health Services A402Institutional Advancement C204Liberal Arts, School of B623Precollege Programs D130President, Office of the C908Registrar C158Registration Center B103

Non-credit Registration Center D130Residential Life 210 West 27 StreetStudent Life A bldg., 7th fl.

227 West 27 StreetNew York City 10001-5992212 217.3334

Museum Exhibitions

American Beauty: Aesthetic and Innovation in FashionThrough April 10, 2010

Night & Day December 3, 2009 - May 11, 2010

The Museum at FIT hoursTuesday-Friday, noon-8 pmSaturday, 10 am-5 pm


Periodicals Postage Paid

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