The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Pattern Design, Level II enhances skills for advanced flat pattern design, draping pattern drafting, computer-assisted pattern making, and pattern making for industry.
Details
Field of Interest
Visual and Performing Arts
Degree Type
Certificate of Completion (CCL)
Academic Plan
Pattern Design, Level II (CER)
Total credits required
35-41
Notes
Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.
What You'll Learn
This pathway map will help you gain the expertise needed to:
- Utilize pattern drafting techniques and advanced pattern work to produce original apparel designs.
- Utilize advanced draping techniques on woven and knit fabrics.
- Apply industry standards for advanced pattern making.
- Produce patterns for original garments using computer software.
Successful completion of this certificate may lead to employment in a variety of different occupations and industries. Below are examples of related occupations with associated Arizona-based wages* for this certificate. Education requirements vary for the occupations listed below, so you may need further education or degrees in order to qualify for some of these jobs and earn the related salaries. Please visit with an academic advisor and/or program director for additional information. You can click on any occupation to view the detail regarding education level, wages, and employment information.
Create original artwork using any of a wide variety of media and techniques.
Entry Level Salary
$28,080
Expert Level Salary
$76,790
Average Hourly Wage
$21.92
Entry Level Hourly Wage
$13.50
Mid Level Hourly Wage
$18.00
Expert Level Hourly Wage
$36.92
Typical Education Level
Some College Courses
Projected Job Openings
610
* Career and wage information provided by Pipeline AZ using data, reports, and forecasts which are generated using government data sources. Sources
Course Sequence by Term
The following is the suggested course sequence by term. Please keep in mind:
- Students should meet with an academic advisor to develop an individual education plan that meets their academic and career goals. Use the Degree Progress Report Tool in your Student Center to manage your plan.
- The course sequence is laid out by suggested term and may be affected when students enter the program at different times of the year.
- Initial course placement is determined by current district placement measures and/or completion of 100-200 level course and/or program requirements.
- Degree and transfer seeking students may be required to successfully complete a MCCCD First Year Experience Course (FYE) within the first two semesters at a MCCCD College. Courses include FYE101 and FYE103. Course offerings will vary by college. See an academic, program, or faculty advisor for details.
Full-time status is 12 credits to 18 credits per semester.
A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 1 Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Credits |
TEC110 | Basic Sewing Skills | | OR Permission of Program Director | 0–3 |
A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 2 Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Credits |
TEC111 | Clothing Construction | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in TEC110 or permission of Instructor. | OR Permission of Program Director | 0–3 |
Part-time status is 11 credit hours or less.
A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 1 Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Credits |
TEC110 | Basic Sewing Skills | | OR Permission of Program Director | 0–3 |
A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 2 Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Credits |
TEC111 | Clothing Construction | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in TEC110 or permission of Instructor. | OR Permission of Program Director | 0–3 |
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