Apparel Technologies
Program description
In the Apparel Technologies program, you will receive extensive hands-on training in design, manufacturing, alteration and fitting by industry-experienced instructors and gain a sense of personal accomplishment. The program is the only one of its kind in the upper Midwest and will teach you to produce finished, professional garments from pattern to final product.
Program start and location
New students are admitted into the Apparel Technologies program in the fall and spring semesters. Courses are taught on MCTC’s main campus.
Degree options and requirements
Apparel Technology Diploma—32 Credits
Apparel Technologies Advanced Certificate—14 Credits
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What you will learn
- Apparel design skills using both traditional patternmaking and computer-aided design methods, development and grading.
- How to use standard industry software to automate the design process.
- You will become comfortable with industrial sewing methods, product development and the sewn-goods manufacturing process.
- You will gain valuable techniques in alteration and an understanding of proper garment fit and proportion.
Points of pride
- Our Apparel Technologies program is unique; it is the only one of its kind in the upper Midwest.
- Location – our Apparel Technologies program is conveniently located in Downtown Minneapolis, accessible by bus to numerous employment opportunities in the theater, fashion and corporate apparel industries.
- Our Expert Faculty. Thanks to a low student-to-teacher ratio, you will receive personal attention from qualified, passionate faculty members who are working professionals with expertise in the field.
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Where you could work
- Small to mid-sized apparel and sewn product manufactures
- Bridal and tailor shops
- Theaters and costume houses
- Pattern making facilities
Potential job titles
- Production Sewer
- Alteration Sewer
- Patternmaker
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Occupational outlook
Minnesota has a vibrant fashion and theater scene in which to find work after you graduate, along with jobs apparel industry jobs in the corporate sector. The Department of Labor suggests that the need for upholsterers will increase slightly through 2018.
Beyond-the-classroom opportunities
The downtown Minneapolis campus is on a bus line close to theatre districts as well as local and international corporations from the apparel industry for potential employment opportunities. You also may choose to join The Apparel Technologies and Services Association that fosters networks among the apparel technology students, alumni, community and local industry. Activities have included a student supported fashion show where original designs have been showcased, industry-based guest speakers and student trips abroad.
Articulation Agreements, Common Course Outlines and Gainful Employment Information
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