An introduction to the creative process working through inspiration, identification, conceptualization, exploration and refinement, definition, communication, and finally production. Throughout the semester, students will articulate, reflect, and apply design concepts and sustainable practices to problem solve real-world challenges that are impacting local businesses or community organizations.

Textile study with emphasis on selection, use, performance, and care of textile products in the consumer's environment.

Textile study with emphasis on selection, use, performance, and care of textile products in the consumer's environment.

Introduction to elements and principles of design, environmental psychology, color theory, design process, and space planning techniques. Emphasis is placed on creativity and application of design fundamentals to residential design.

Introduction to residential interior design elements and principles through innovation and conceptualization projects.

Introduction to residential interior design elements and principles through innovation and conceptualization projects.

Introduction to traditional residential design. Projects focus on small and medium-sized traditional home types. Emphasis is placed on establishing conventional process and practice methods. Concentration is placed on the design process, space planning techniques, design/process documentation, hand rendering skills, and presentation techniques.

Techniques for conceptualizing three-dimensional spaces and presentation methods. Topics include hand drafting construction documents, perspective and axonometric drawings, free-hand sketching of three-dimensional spaces, model building, and materials boards. Emphasis on visual and oral presentation skills.

Designed for the senior major to permit independent study and research.

Introduction to the trends and influence of fashion in society and review of the international and domestic fashion resources. Identifies the various product categories in fashion merchandising and discusses the innovative processes that sustain the fashion business. Analysis of how fashion is conceived, marketed, and sold.

Introduction to the trends and influence of fashion in society and review of the international and domestic fashion resources. Identifies the various product categories in fashion merchandising and discusses the innovative processes that sustain the fashion business. Analysis of how fashion is conceived, marketed, and sold.

The theoretical concepts of ecofeminism and ecowomanism applied to the four pillars of sustainability. A survey of the environmental, economic, social, and cultural concerns of the global fashion industry and the current tools and methodologies available to improve it.