May 18, 2024  
2017-2018 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2017-2018 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


SUNY Oneonta offers students more than 1,400 courses—from Accounting to Zoology—from over 25 separate departments. Requirements for majors and minors and course descriptions are listed under the departments that offer them; and these departments are arranged in alphabetical order. See the “Course Index” for details.

Please note that requirements, courses, and course descriptions are subject to change after publication of this catalog. Contact the appropriate departments for updated information. Also note that some course descriptions have been edited for clarity and consistency. Complete descriptions are available from the instructors or the departments concerned.

Key to Course Descriptions

Abbreviation   Meaning
(PACT)   Activity course in Health & Fitness
CWE   College Writing Exam
(LA)   Liberal Arts (course is a Liberal Arts offering)
SUSF   Sustainability Focused Courses
s.h.   Semester Hour(s)
SoS   Sophomore standing
JrS   Junior standing
SrS   Senior standing

Course Numbering System

100 - 199   Lower-division undergraduate-level courses.
200 - 299   Upper-division intermediate undergraduate-level courses.
300 - 499   Upper-division advanced courses.
500 - 699   Graduate-level courses.
 

Fashion

  
  • FASH 120 - Socio-Psychological Aspects of Dress  3 s.h.


    An examination of the use of dress to communicate social roles, status, aesthetics ideas and interdependent relationship with social institutions such as religion, economics, and politics. Offered Fall and Spring.
    LA
  
  • FASH 121 - Apparel Construction  3 s.h.


    The course emphasizes design principles, fabric selection, alterations and fit, and relationship to quality garment construction. Management skills, selection, and operation of equipment, various sewing techniques for individual fabrics and garments are stressed. Additional student costs vary with project choice. Offered Fall and Spring.
  
  • FASH 123 - Quality Analysis of Apparel Products  3 s.h.


    A study of the quality of ready-to-wear apparel products. In order to gain a thorough knowledge of quality in fashion merchandise, the end products will be evaluated and analyzed in relation to production process, consumer perceptions and expectations, sustainability of products/production process, and the physical components of the end products.
  
  • FASH 220 - Textile Science  3 s.h.


    A study of fibers, yarns, and the construction and finish of fabrics as a basis for selection, care, and use. Laboratory work consists of use of various methods and testing instruments to evaluate physical and chemical properties. FASH 220 is a writing intensive course focusing on technical writing. Students submit 10 laboratory reports and an experimental fabric report. Offered Fall and Spring.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): PHYS 100  or CHEM 100  or CHEM 111 .
  
  • FASH 221 - Apparel in Today’s Economy  3 s.h.


    A study of external factors as they affect the apparel industry. The impact of political, economic, and social factors on apparel production, consumption is examined. The course includes an in-depth discussion of demographic trends, government regulations and political decisions, financial aspects, labor relations, and current world trade climate.
    LA
    BC3
    Prerequisite(s): ECON 110  or ECON 111  & ECON 112 , and FASH 120 .
  
  • FASH 222 - Apparel Design—Flat Pattern  3 s.h.


    Principles of flat pattern design with particular emphasis given to development of individual design and creation of a sloper. Construction stresses advanced techniques. Additional student costs vary with project choice.
    Prerequisite(s): FASH 121 .
  
  • FASH 223 - Computer Applications: Fashion  3 s.h.


    Introduction to computer applications in the fashion business in the fields of design and merchandising. Both CAD and spreadsheet software will be used.
    Prerequisite(s): FASH 121  or FASH 123 .
  
  • FASH 224 - History of Costume I  3 s.h.


    A survey of costume in Western Civilization from the days of ancient Egypt to the 1970’s. Each period is explored through the historical, political, economic, and religious factors which are mirrored in dress and other aesthetic activities of a period.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): FASH 120  or ART 109 or ART 110.
  
  • FASH 225 - History of Costume II  1 s.h.


    A survey of costume in the 19th and 20th centuries, pointing out social, political, economic, and religious factors that are mirrored in dress and other aesthetic activities of a period.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): FASH 120  or ART 109 or ART 110.
  
  • FASH 226 - Apparel Design—Draping  3 s.h.


    A study of the fundamental principles and techniques of draping fabrics. The manipulation of fabric to obtain harmony between desired design, the fabric, and figure of the wearer. Encourage imagination in the original use of fabric and line in dress.
    Prerequisite(s): FASH 121 .
  
  • FASH 228 - Fashion Illustration and Design  3 s.h.


    Fashion design principles, illustration layout, use of media, and the design process will be covered in this course. Students will develop a portfolio.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): Studio Art course or FASH 120 .
  
  • FASH 229 - Fashion Marketing  3 s.h.


    A study of the internal operation of the textiles and apparel industry with emphasis on the fashion marketing process. This course includes a study of the development and operation of the apparel industry including the creation, production, distribution, and merchandising functions.
    Prerequisite(s): ECON 110  or ECON 111  & ECON 112 , and FASH 120 .
  
  • FASH 230 - Computer Integrated Fashion Merchandising  3 s.h.


    Overview of merchandising in apparel and textiles with emphasis on computer integrated aspects in retail sectors. Focus on applications of various software programs to understand the importance of computer technology in the apparel and textiles industry. Offered every semester.
    Prerequisite(s): FASH 123 .
  
  • FASH 231 - Fashion Entrepreneurship  3 s.h.


    A study of the entrepreneurship in the context of fashion and textiles industry. Emphasizes creativity, innovation, leadership, risk taking, and planning. Major topics include: entrepreneurial process, fashion business planning process, strategic management of resources, and global fashion entrepreneurship. 70% of the course is online and 30% of the course is face-to-face. Offered Fall and Spring.
    Prerequisite(s): FASH 121  or FASH 123 ; ECON 110 , and BUS 111 .
  
  • FASH 280 - Interior Design  3 s.h.


    The theoretical and technical knowledge of basic principles of pleasing interior design. Consideration of selection of furnishings, analysis of floor plans, functional design, aesthetic design, and allocation of interior space in relation to client needs. Professional presentation and evaluation of floor plans, furniture arrangements, wall elevations, color schemes, and lighting plans. Additional costs vary with choice of project. Offered Fall and Spring.
    Prerequisite(s): 3 s.h. LA ART.
  
  • FASH 281 - Housing  3 s.h.


    A survey of individual and public housing problems of urban, suburban, and rural areas; the socio-economic aspects of adequate housing; housing needs of various population sectors, including young, aged, handicapped, and low income groups; evaluation of homes as to basic needs of the population; house planning and production; and legal and financial factors. Offered Fall and Spring.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): SoS.
  
  • FASH 282 - Professional Seminar: Fashion  1 s.h.


    Explore potential internship or career opportunities available in the fashion industry; fine tune the professional design portfolio; prepare a professional resume and cover letter; develop effective job searching techniques; and examine various interviewing techniques.
  
  • FASH 283 - Innovations in Wearable Art  3 s.h.


    An experimental course in advanced design that integrates background and experience from a wide range of courses. The course will emphasize resourcefulness, the use of both traditional and non-traditional materials, and techniques. The students will have an opportunity to explore and develop their unique approach to creativity by developing and producing a line of one-of-a-kind garments.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): FASH 121  and (FASH 222  or FASH 226 ).
  
  • FASH 300 - Fashion Journalism  3 s.h.


    This course introduces students to principles of journalism in the fashion world including the role of research, interview, communication, and criticism. The course reflects the multidisciplinary foundation of fashion journalism, which incorporates publishing, fashion theory, and cultural studies. A final group project provides the opportunity for students to demonstrate their understanding of fashion, style and popular culture, as well as their ability to communicate in both written and visual forms with the targeted audience. This course is offered every spring.
    Prerequisite(s): JrS; passing grade on CWE; FASH 120  and COMP 100 .
  
  • FASH 320 - Advanced Textiles II  3 s.h.


    Designed to further student knowledge of apparel and/or textiles through lectures and the use of textile testing equipment. Emphasis will be placed on use of textile research methods and current technical journals.
    Prerequisite(s): FASH 220 .
  
  • FASH 321 - Tailoring  3 s.h.


    Emphasis on the advanced pattern making and draping techniques for high-end garment, from selecting material to marketable product.  A fit analysis oriented course which focuses on experimental applications of advanced production and construction processes.
    Prerequisite(s): FASH 121  or FASH 220 .
  
  • FASH 323 - Promotional Techniques in the Apparel Industry  3 s.h.


    Study of promotional techniques used in the apparel field with special emphasis on non-personal promotions, i.e., publicity, advertising, displaying, and special events. Characteristics of consumer behavior and the decision making process will be related to promoting apparel.
    Prerequisite(s): FASH 120  and CONS 150  or MGMT 261.
  
  • FASH 324 - Fashion Merchandising  3 s.h.


    An overview of fashion merchandising principles applicable to manufacturing, wholesaling, and retailing. The course will include an in-depth study of the principles of merchandising evaluation, assortment planning, and application of appropriate mathematical concepts.
    Prerequisite(s): ECON 110  or ECON 111  & ECON 112 , and FASH 120 .
  
  • FASH 326 - Advanced Computer Fashion Design  3 s.h.


    Advanced computer aided design and patternmaking software is used to create fabric designs, apparel sketching, pattern drafting and grading. The course offers students an opportunity to simulate the fashion industry process in the use of technology for product development. Students will have a comprehensive experience of the fashion industry from concept through pattern development.
    Prerequisite(s): FASH 222  and FASH 223 , and FASH 121  or FASH 123 .