LD: Accessories Design LD 101 — Accessories Design LD 121 — Accessories Design and the 2 credits; 1 lecture and 2 lab hours Human Anatomy For students not majoring in Accessories 2 credits; 2 lecture hours Design. Introduction to major areas of Students study the components of the accessories design. Various types of shoes, foot, spine, and hand to understand the handbags, and belts are analyzed in terms relationship between anatomical structure of materials, construction, and presentation. and the design of footwear, handbags, and Students acquire hands-on techniques in all gloves. Students learn to create functional three phases. and fashionable accessories that are LD 103 — Jewelry and Accessories anatomically and ergonomically correct. Fabrication (Interdisciplinary) LD 133 — Footwear Design I 2 credits; 1 lecture and 2 lab hours 3 credits; 1 lecture and 4 lab hours This is an interdisciplinary course cross- The basic concepts of footwear design are listed with JD 103. This interdisciplinary introduced and the history and types of course challenges students to combine footwear are discussed. Students develop jewelry and accessories aesthetics, skills for working with a last and learn materials and problem solving methodology patternmaking, sewing, construction, and to create a unique three-piece collection that finishing techniques for closed shoes. may include but not limited to sandals, hats, LD 134 — Footwear Design II handbags and belts. 3 credits; 1 lecture and 4 lab hours LD 111 — Leather and Materials Students analyze last styles, leathers, Technology and components in terms of functionality 2.5 credits; 2 lecture and 1 lab hours and design. They continue to develop Processes in the development of leathers, patternmaking skills by designing and reptiles, plastics, and other textiles are making mules and oxfords. analyzed. Emphasis is on the function and Prerequisite(s): LD 133. utilization of each for handbags, footwear, LD 136 — Athletic Footwear: The Shoe and related accessories. That Changed Fashion LD 112 — Decorative Leather Techniques 2 credits; 2 lecture hours 2.5 credits; 1 lecture and 3 lab hours Sneakers have become not only a sport Studying such ornamentation techniques shoe but also a fashion statement. This as trapunto, inlay, welting, pleating, and course focuses on the history of athletic weaving, students learn how to apply footwear through an understanding of them to leather apparel and accessories the design and style philosophy of the design. Basic patternmaking skills used in industry's leading companies. the construction of handbags, belts, and LD 143 — Handbag Design I portfolios are taught. 3 credits; 1 lecture and 4 lab hours LD 113 — Manipulating Leather: Volume The skills to design and produce handbags and Texture are taught. Students become familiar with 2 credits; 1 lecture and 2 lab hours patternmaking techniques, machinery This course focuses on various decorative and equipment, and the various styles in techniques to enhance the volume and handbag design. They learn how to translate texture of leather accessories. Students original concepts into finished products. apply increasingly advanced techniques from decorative hand-stitching and embroidery to braiding and painting. Hand- quilting, gathering, ruffles, and patchwork techniques are also covered.
LD: Accessories Design 1 LD 144 — Handbag Design II LD 227 — Introduction to Line Building 3 credits; 1 lecture and 4 lab hours 2 credits; 4 lab hours Patternmaking and sample making Using a specific theme or season, students techniques are developed further as learn the principles and techniques of line students design and construct frame and building by designing and producing a box bags. collection of accessories. Emphasis is on Prerequisite(s): LD 143. workmanship, fabrication, and execution of LD 165 — Sketching Accessories designs. 2.5 credits; 1 lecture and 3 lab hours Corequisite(s): LD 134 and LD 144. For one-year Accessories Design students. LD 228 — Accessories CAD This accelerated course introduces the 2 credits; 1 lecture and 2 lab hours various areas of accessory design, including This course introduces students to Adobe handbags, gloves, shoes, hats, and belts. Illustrator, which is used as a CAD tool for Students learn to draw and render current designing accessories. Auxiliary software materials and textures applicable to today's includes Adobe Photoshop. market. LD 231 — Boot Design LD 181 — Ergonomics for Athletic 2.5 credits; 1 lecture and 3 lab hours Footwear Students design and construct three 2 credits; 2 lecture hours different boot types: cowboy, Chelsea, This in-depth study of the ergonomic and thigh-high. Boot detailing, advanced requirements of footwear for myriad patternmaking, grading, and lasting athletic activities focuses on integrating the techniques are taught. anatomy and function of the human form Prerequisite(s): LD 134. with sport-specific design considerations. LD 242 — Advanced Handbag Injuries, sport surfaces and the evolution Construction of athletic footwear within the several 2.5 credits; 1 lecture and 3 lab hours elemental genres are also discussed Using such techniques as the pillow gusset/ along with latest trends in materials and bottom and strip construction, students manufacturing. explore new handbag designs. Advanced LD 182 — Performance Materials for patternmaking skills are taught. Emphasis is Athletic Footwear on detailing. 2 credits; 2 lecture hours Prerequisite(s): LD 144. Students learn about the different types of LD 243 — Belt Design performance materials used in all aspects of 2.5 credits; 1 lecture and 3 lab hours athletic footwear construction. The exploration of the design of the belt LD 184 — Athletic Footwear Sketching as a fashion and functional accessory 2.5 credits; 1 lecture and 3 lab hours is presented. Students acquire the skills Students learn to hand sketch the needed to make several different kinds of components of performance athletic belts. footwear and integrate sketch development, Prerequisite(s): LD 111 and LD 121. function, and technology into the footwear LD 252 — Small Leathergoods for Men design. 2.5 credits; 1 lecture and 3 lab hours LD 185 — Athletic Footwear Drafting Learning how to design and construct a 2.5 credits; 1 lecture and 3 lab hours variety of small leather goods, students Students draft the components of an focus on the patternmaking and sample- athletic shoe using both freehand and CAD. making techniques required to produce a A history of the athletic footwear industry billfold, agenda, and travel kit for men. and the integration of technology in athletic Prerequisite(s): LD 143. footwear are introduced. Students make a model of an outsole design.
2 LD: Accessories Design LD 261 — Sketching Accessories LD 331 — Athletic Footwear Design 2.5 credits; 1 lecture and 3 lab hours 3 credits; 2 lecture and 2 lab hours Students are introduced to the concept of Students learn the aspects of athletic three-dimensional sketching and how it footwear in order to design and construct relates to accessories design. Concentrating original products. Emphasis is on the on design detail, they learn to sketch variety of categories including running, the basic shapes in footwear, handbags, basketball, and tennis. personal leather goods, and belts. Prerequisite(s): LD 134. LD 262 — Technical Drawing for LD 332 — Theatrical and Character Accessories Footwear 2 credits; 4 lab hours 3 credits; 2 lecture and 2 lab hours Students learn black line graph techniques Students design period shoes for the and develop specification sheets suitable theater by learning about the history of for industry. Students sketch original and footwear, design, and construction. existing accessories designs, draw major Prerequisite(s): LD 134. core silhouettes of shoe lasts, and develop LD 333 — Nontraditional Footwear Design templates. 2.5 credits; 1 lecture and 3 lab hours LD 263 — Rendering for Accessories Students design and execute experimental 2.5 credits; 1 lecture and 3 lab hours and nontraditional footwear based upon Students learn to design accessories their prior patternmaking and construction such as handbags, shoes, belts, hats, and knowledge. Discussion of innovative design gloves. They draw and render materials and ideas is emphasized, as well as the use of textures appropriate for today's accessories unconventional materials and methods to market. Students become familiar with create new concepts in footwear design. current trends and utilize research for Prerequisite(s): LD 134. sources of inspiration. LD 341 — Unconventional Handbag Prerequisite(s): LD 262. Techniques LD 293 — Developing a Successful 2.5 credits; 1 lecture and 3 lab hours Portfolio Innovative, nontraditional handbags are 3 credits; 2 lecture and 2 lab hours designed and constructed using a variety Working with industry design critics, of classic patternmaking styles. Emphasis students learn the fundamentals of is on use of unconventional materials and assembling a professional portfolio for methods to create new concepts in handbag employment in the accessories industry. design. Using Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Prerequisite(s): LD 144. Illustrator, they explore marker rendering, LD 342 — Zippered Handbags Design theme pages, and print work. Areas of 2.5 credits; 1 lecture and 3 lab hours specialization are showcased. Students expand their handbag Prerequisite(s): LD 111, LD 121, and LD patternmaking and construction skills by 165. incorporating hardware such as zippers into LD 299 — Independent Study in more contemporary and functional designs. Accessories Design Emphasis is on new sewing and assembly 1-3 credit techniques. Prerequisite(s): a minimum 3.5 GPA and Prerequisite(s): LD 143. approval of instructor, chairperson, and dean for Art and Design.
LD: Accessories Design 3 LD 371 — Accessories that have Changed LD 499 — INDEP STUDY ACCESSORIES Fashion DESIGN 2.5 credits; 2 lecture and 1 lab hours 1-3 credit In every decade there has been at least one accessory, albeit a shoe, belt, handbag or hat that has changed the way we look at fashion. Students explore designs that have made an impact on fashion as they survey various accessories from the 1800's to the present and beyond. LD 451 — Sports-Specific Bags and Carrying Gear 2.5 credits; 1 lecture and 3 lab hours The types of bags and carrying gear necessary for specific sports activities and technological gear are studied. Students learn how to develop the appropriate patterns and product while focusing on materials, proper fit, and protection of equipment. Prerequisite(s): LD 144. LD 471 — The Accessories Industry 2.5 credits; 2 lecture and 1 lab hours This course provides a general overview of the industry: the history of accessories; import, export, and domestic manufacturing; developing a collection for a specific target market; and writing a business plan. LD 491 — Accessories Design Senior Project 3 credits; 6 lab hours This capstone course provides students with the opportunity to select a design project in a specific accessories category. Mastery of research techniques, design construction, and oral presentation is considered. Prerequisite(s): LD 471 and LD 492. LD 492 — Portfolio Development 3 credits; 6 lab hours Using elements of their senior projects, students develop portfolios by working with black line sketches and Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop. Spec sheets, concept pages, and mood boards are included for professional presentation. Co-requisite(s): LD 471.
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