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Butte College Fashion

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About the Program

Courses in the Fashion Program give students the opportunity to discover the inner workings of the fashion industry with many "hands-on" experiences.

As long as fashion continues to change, lucrative careers will always be available for those who are prepared to expand their personal and professional horizons.

Redhead, white top, dark blue shortsThe world of fashion is a challenging, fast-paced and competitive field with numerous opportunities for monetary and career advancement. Positions in the ever-expanding world of fashion are available in, but not limited to, these areas: Careers include Retail: Buyer, assistant buyer, department manager, fashion/bridal consultant, store manager, merchandise manager, salesperson, shop owner, sales representative, showroom associate, personal shopper, and management trainee. Promotion: Fashion stylist, fashion coordinator, public relations, fashion commentator, special events director, and model. Media: Fashion reporter, copy writer, fashion illustrator, fashion writer, fashion editor, publicity manager, and fashion researcher. Design: fashion designer, pattern maker, technical designer, product development.

AS Degree in Fashion Merchandising

Certificate of Achievement in Fashion Merchandising

Fashion Merchandising Student Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, the student will be able to:

  • Analyze and describe the fashion industry including innovations, careers, current trends, the impact of globalization and technology, and the expanding roles of designers.
  • Analyze, describe, and apply concepts in the business of buying, distributing and selling of fashion merchandise from the manufacturing level through to the retailer and, ultimately, the consumer.
  • Demonstrate command of visual presentation or production, and create a resume or relevant portfolio to be used to market him/herself in the fashion industry.

Certificate in Fashion Design

Fashion Design Student Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, the student will be able to:

  • Analyze and describe the fashion industry including innovations, careers, current trends, the impact of globalization and technology, and the expanding roles of designers.
  • Demonstrate command of visual presentation or production, and create a resume or relevant portfolio to be used to market him/herself in the fashion industry.
  • Demonstrate the principles and practice of fashion design including design analysis; use of industry vocabulary; technical illustration; drafting of patterns; and effective communication of original design concepts.
  • Demonstrate technical skills including machine operation; taking measurements; basic alterations; pattern layout, cutting, and preparation; and use of fabrics, tools, and supplies.

Certificate in Clothing Construction

Clothing construction Student Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, the student will be able to:

  • Select appropriate fabrics and notions suitable to specific garment designs.
  • Drape, draft or manipulate flat patterns to create accurate garment patterns.
  • Lay patterns correctly and economically onto markers or fabric.
  • Construct garments using various sewing techniques.
  • Fit garments on various body types and be able to make the proper adjustments.

Butte President and Student

FASHION CLUB

Butte College Fashion Club is for creative and fashion minded students who want to share their passion for creating fashion or wearable art beyond the classroom. Club members spend the fall and spring fundraising, promoting the club on campus, and designing and constructing original designs for the spring fashion show in mid-May. Club members are also able to work on other projects with the help of an instructor.

Student fashion drawings

Content editor:
Julie Demaggio 

12/4/17