2000-2001 Undergraduate Catalog
Indiana, Pennsylvania 15705

Fashion Merchandising

Department of Human Development and Environmental Studies
College of Health and Human Services

Credit designation below title is expressed in (c) class hours per week, (l) lab or (d) discussion section hours per week, and (sh) semester hours of credit per semester.

FSMR 112 Fundamentals of Clothing Construction
1c-3l-3sh
Principles and techniques involved in fundamental clothing construction and fitting are analyzed. Directed laboratory experiences provide an opportunity to solve individual problems in garment structure through the application of principles. (Offered as CS112 prior to 1996-97)

FSMR 212 Advanced Clothing Construction
1c-3l-3sh
Prerequisite: FSMR 112 or placement (by exam)
Principles of advanced fitting and clothing construction are applied and analyzed. Offered even years, fall semester. (Offered as CS212 prior to 1996-97)

FSMR 252 Aesthetics of Fashion
1c-0l-3sh
Prerequisite: Sophomore standing
The study of contemporary apparel design and the relationship of design elements and principles to personal characteristics and social/professional orientation. (Offered as CS252 prior to 1996-97)

FSMR 281 Special Topics
var-1-3sh
Prerequisite: As appropriate to course content
Special topics are offered on an experimental or temporary basis to explore topics that are not included in the established curriculum. A given topic may be offered under any special topic identity no more than three times. Special topics numbered 281 are offered primarily for lower-level undergraduate students.

FSMR 303 Visual Merchandising
1c-3l-3sh
Prerequisite: ART 120 or equivalent
Designing and arranging of display and selling areas in relationship to merchandising trends and consumer demands. Emphasis will be on promotion techniques and merchandise sales through effective use of space, design, and color. (Offered as CS303 prior to 1996-97)

FSMR 314 Textiles
2c-2l-3sh
Prerequisite: CHEM 102
Analyses of textile components of fiber, yarn, fabrication, finishes, and color with emphasis upon consumer acquisition, use, and satisfaction. (Offered as CS314 prior to 1996-97)

FSMR 350 Apparel Industry I
3c-0l-3sh
Prerequisites: FSMR 110, completion of 57 semester hours
Introduces the student to the design, production, and distribution of apparel, including primary textile markets; women’s, men’s, and children’s wear; accessories; fashion centers; retailers of fashion; apparel wholesale selling process; fashion store image; and future trends. (Offered as CS350 prior to 1996-97)

FSMR 357 Global Issues in Textiles and Apparel
3c-0l-3sh
Prerequisite: ECON 121
The study of the global textiles and apparel industry with emphasis on the U.S. textile complex and the U.S. market within an international context.

FSMR 385 Ready-to-Wear Analysis
1c-3l-3sh
Prerequisites: FSMR 112, 350
An examination and evaluation of the quality of ready-to-wear apparel through construction, style, fit, marketability, and price. (Offered as CS385 prior to 1996-97)

FSMR 433 Study Tour
var-1-6sh
Prerequisite: Upper-level standing
Opportunity is provided to visit business establishments and cultural centers concerned with household equipment, furnishings, textiles, clothing, and housing in America as well as abroad. Museums, factories, designers’ showrooms, distribution centers, stores, cultural events, and seminars are included. Course may be repeated for a total of 6sh. (Cross-listed as CNSV/INDS 433.)

FSMR 434 Quality Control in Textiles
2c-2l-3sh
Prerequisite: FSMR 314
Physical properties explored through microscopic examination and use of textile testing equipment for fabric analysis. (Offered as CS434 prior to 1996-97)

FSMR 450 Apparel Industry II
3c-0l-3sh
Prerequisites: FSMR 350 and Liberal Studies math requirements
Introduces the student to the merchandising and promotion of apparel, including organization, buying responsibilities, techniques, and resources: various retail institutions, resident buying offices, apparel dollar planning and control, apparel merchandise assortment planning, apparel buying practices, application of apparel planning and buying, and apparel advertising and promotion. (Offered as CS450 prior to 1996-97)

FSMR 453 Flat Pattern Design
1c-3l-3sh
Prerequisite: FSMR 112 or 212
Garment design achieved by use of flat pattern techniques. An understanding is developed of the interrelationship of garment design, figure analysis, fabric, fit, and construction processes. Offered even years, spring semester. (Offered as CS453 prior to 1996-97)

FSMR 456 Historic Costume
3c-0l-3sh
Chronological study of historic costume from ancient times to the present day with emphasis on the effect of aesthetic, economic, geographic, political, religious, and social factors upon the design of clothing worn. (Offered as CS456 prior to 1996-97)

FSMR 457 Historic Textiles
3c-0l-3sh
Prerequisite: FSMR 314 or with permission
A study of the development of textiles in prehistoric, ancient, medieval, and modern history with special emphasis on Western European and American textiles.

FSMR 480 Seminar in Fashion Merchandising
3c-0l-3sh
Prerequisite: Senior standing
Knowledge gained in major and additional requirement courses is applied to individual career goals. Students have the opportunity to pursue related areas not directly covered in previous coursework, with emphasis upon independent research, analytical thinking, and communication skills.

FSMR 481 Special Topics
var-1-3sh
Prerequisite: As appropriate to course content
Special topics courses are offered on an experimental or temporary basis to explore topics that are not included in the established curriculum. A given topic may be offered under any special topic identity no more than three times. Special topics numbered 481 are primarily for upper-level undergraduate students.

FSMR 482 Independent Study
var-1-3sh
Prerequisite: Prior approval through advisor, faculty member, department chairperson, dean, and provost's office
Particular consumer considerations are independently investigated in the area of housing, home equipment, interior design, clothing, and textiles, or in the management of resources. Course may be repeated for a total of 3sh. Students meet with a faculty member at least 5 hours per semester hour.