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Diploma
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Textile & Apparel Studies | Textile Science | Textile Technology
Area of study
Manufacturing and Processing
Course Language
English
About Program

Program Overview


Cañada College's Fashion Department offers a comprehensive program that equips students with the skills and knowledge necessary for careers in apparel design and manufacturing. Through core courses in design, textiles, construction, and pattern making, students develop a strong foundation in the industry. Selective courses allow for specialization in areas such as entrepreneurship, fashion history, and lingerie design. Graduates are prepared for employment in various roles within the fashion industry, including design, production, and business.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:


Overview:

The Fashion Department at Cañada College provides students with a comprehensive introduction to apparel design and manufacturing, equipping them for employment in apparel design firms or the establishment of their own businesses. Students develop fundamental skills and techniques in sketching, fabric selection, sewing, draping, and pattern making. The program caters to the diverse and vast fashion industry, offering opportunities in both ready-to-wear and high fashion design.


Objectives:

Upon completion of the program, students will be able to:

  • Articulate design concepts effectively through visual, oral, and written communication.
  • Acquire industry-standard skills in their chosen fields.
  • Comprehend and apply design principles and elements in practical settings.

Outline:

The program curriculum consists of core and selective courses, with a total of 33 units required for the major.


Core Courses (27 units):

  • FASH 100 Principles of Design (3 units)
  • FASH 113 Textiles (3 units)
  • FASH 115 Intermediate Clothing Construction (3 units)
  • FASH 118 Flat Pattern (3 units)
  • FASH 123 Introduction to the Fashion Industry (3 units)
  • FASH 163 Pattern Grading (1 unit)
  • FASH 164 Fashion Illustration (3 units)
  • FASH 175 Advanced Illustration (3 units)
  • FASH 178 Computerized Pattern Grading (1 unit)
  • FASH 180 Computerized Pattern Design (3 units)
  • FASH 195 Portfolio Development (1 unit)

Selective Courses (minimum of 6 units):

  • BUS.
  • 150 Entrepreneurship: Small Business Management (3 units)
  • FASH 110 Beginning Clothing Construction (3 units)
  • FASH 111 Techniques of Fit (3 units)
  • FASH 114 Introduction to Italian Fashion (3 units)
  • FASH 140 Basic Serging (1 unit)
  • FASH 150 History of Fashion (3 units)
  • FASH 173 Lingerie Design and Construction (1 unit)
  • FASH 672 Cooperative Education: Internship (3 units)

Additional Requirements:


Careers:

Graduates of the program can pursue careers in various fields of the apparel industry, including:

  • Fashion Designers
  • Pattern Makers
  • Garment Sewers
  • Fashion Merchandisers
  • Fashion Stylists
  • Fashion Entrepreneurs
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San Mateo Colleges of Silicon Valley


Overview:

San Mateo Colleges of Silicon Valley (SMCSV) is a group of three community colleges located in San Mateo County, California: Cañada College, College of San Mateo, and Skyline College. SMCSV offers both in-person and online study options for international students.


Services Offered:

    In-person study:

    Students can choose to study at any of the three colleges.

    Online study:

    The Global Online Learning Program allows students to study online from outside the US.

    Academic advising:

    Dedicated international counselors provide one-on-one academic advising.

    Homestay program:

    A dedicated housing coordinator assists with finding suitable homestay options.

    Scholarships:

    Over 50 institutional scholarships are available for all students.

    Internship opportunities:

    Students can access internship opportunities in Silicon Valley.

Student Life and Campus Experience:

    Safe neighborhoods:

    Campuses are located in safe neighborhoods.

    Close to major cities:

    Students have easy access to San Francisco and San Jose.

    Campus resources:

    Students have access to learning centers, writing centers, and other resources.

Key Reasons to Study There:

    University transfer:

    SMCSV has over 140 partner universities for transfer.

    Top-ranked colleges:

    SMCSV colleges are consistently ranked highly.

    First-rate STEM education:

    SMCSV offers strong STEM programs.

    Silicon Valley location:

    Students have access to internship opportunities in the tech hub.

    Early class registration:

    International students receive priority registration.

Academic Programs:


Other:

    English language requirements:

    Students need to meet a minimum English proficiency level (TOEFL iBT 56/IELTS 5.5/Duolingo 85).

    Unit requirements:

    In-person study requires a minimum of 12 units, while online study has no unit requirement.

    Start dates:

    Programs start in Fall (August), Spring (January), or Summer (June). Summer admission is only for transfer and change of status students.

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