FS 3210 - Product Development + Management

Credits: 3
Course Type: Studio

In this course, students will learn product development processes and practice techniques to convert their design concepts into 3D products by developing pre-production technical packages and style presentations. The course will emphasize product management, sourcing, and scheduling. Students will practice making practical, time-based decisions aligned with local and global supply chains. Upon successful completion of this course, students will have a working knowledge of managing the development of knit and woven products from concept to production.

Prerequisites: FS 2411 - Digital Design I

Course Learning Outcomes:

Explore the tools and concepts of product development and management.
Develop product development strategies with a practical understanding of the market and style trends, fashion categories, and competitive product analysis.
Apply the process of product development to the creation of technical packages for fashion garments.
Apply technology to create pre-production documents for local and global supply chains.
Demonstrate effective communication skills through professional tech packs and style presentations.

FS3210 Course Learning Outcome Rubric

Required Textbooks:
Beyond Design: The Synergy of Apparel Product Development, ISBN: 978-1501315411

(Suggested) Technical Sourcebook for Apparel Designers, ISBN: 9781501328473
Required Course Materials:
Fabric loupe

Measuring tape

Mechanical pencil

Drawing paper

Micron pens

Software:

Microsoft Office: Word, Power Point, Excel

Adobe CC: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Acrobat

Hardware:

Access to scanner

Digital camera, or phone with camera