Fashion Design, Associate in Science Degree

Orange Coast College

The Fashion Design Associate in Science will incorporate general education courses and major coursework to provide students with core skills in design thinking, pattern making, garment construction, fashion history, color theory, industry-specific computer programs, and sustainability. Students will also gain knowledge in directed skills related to Computer-Aided Design (CAD), technical packages, trend forecasting, and design to production processes. Upon completion, students will be prepared for transfer and/or entry-level employment in the fields of design, design assistant, freelance fashion design, or setting up independent design houses in the fashion industry and related businesses. Note: This AS degree may require over 64 units for completion, depending on course selection in the major. Program Outcomes Students will have the general education breadth to transfer to applicable four-year programs. Students will demonstrate a working knowledge of apparel sewing and pattern making. Students will be able to create and evaluate technical packages, with special attention to the skills involved in Computer-Aided Design (CAD), measurements, and production needs. Students will be able to analyze fashion processes, and develop and execute their own design work.