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Accessories Design

Spring Semester:  January 30 - May 21

LD 101 Accessories Design
2 credits
In-state $332 Out-of-state $994
For students not majoring in Accessories Design. Introduction to major areas of accessories design. Various types of shoes, handbags, and belts are analyzed in terms of materials, construction, and presentation. Students acquire hands-on techniques in all three phases.

CRN Section Day Time Location
4556 15A W 6:30 pm-9:20 pm C301

LD 112 Decorative Leather Techniques
2.5 credits
In-state $415 Out-of-state $1,242.50
Studying such ornamentation techniques as trapunto, inlay, welting, pleating, and weaving, students learn how to apply them to leather apparel and accessories design. Basic patternmaking skills used in the construction of handbags, belts, and portfolios are taught.
CRN Section Day Time Location
9922 15A R 6:30 pm-10:00 pm A484

LD 121 Anatomy for Accessories
1.5 credits
In-state $249 Out-of-state $745.50
Students study the components of the foot, spine and hand to understand the relationship between the anatomical structure and the design of footwear, handbags and gloves. Students learn to create functional and fashionable accessories that are anatomically and ergonomically correct.
CRN Section Day Time Location
11393 15A R 6:30 pm-8:20 pm C611

LD 133 Footwear Design and Construction I
3 credits
In-state $498 Out-of-state $1,491
Co-requisite: LD 121
The basic concepts of footwear design are introduced and the history and types of footwear are discussed. Students develop skills for working with a last and learn patternmaking, sewing, construction, and finishing techniques for closed shoes.
CRN Section Day Time Location
9054 15A M 5:10 pm-9:40 pm A484

LD 134 Footwear Design and Construction II
3 credits
In-state $498 Out-of-state $1,491
Prerequisites: LD 111, LD 121 and LD 133
Students analyze last styles, leathers, and components in terms of functionality and design. They continue to develop patternmaking skills by designing and making mules and oxfords.
CRN Section Day Time Location
12099 15A T 5:10 pm-9:40 pm A484

LD 143 Handbag Design and Construction I
3 credits
In-state $498 Out-of-state $1,491
Co-requisites: LD 111 and LD 121
The skills to design and produce handbags are taught. Students become familiar with patternmaking techniques, machinery and equipment, and the various styles in handbag design. They learn how to translate original concepts into finished products.
CRN Section Day Time Location
11236 15A T 5:10 pm-9:40 pm A485

LD 144 Handbag Design and Construction II
3 credits
In-state $498 Out-of-state $1,491
Prerequisite: LD 143
Patternmaking and sample making techniques are developed further as students design and construct frame and box bags.
CRN Section Day Time Location
8892 15A W 5:10 pm-10:00 pm A487

LD 181 Ergonomics for Athletic Footwear
2 credits
In-state $332 Out-of-state $994
This in-depth study of the ergonomic requirements of footwear for myriad athletic activities focuses on intergrating the anatomy and function of the lower extremities with sport-specific design considerations. Students learn technical features and engineering requirements such as cushioning, shock resistance and lateral support.
CRN Section Day Time Location
14050 15A T 6:30 pm-8:20 pm C504

LD 182 Performance Materials for Athletic Footwear
2 credits
In-state $332 Out-of-state $994
Prerequisite: LD 181
Students learn about the different types of performance materials used in all aspects of athletic footwear construction.
CRN Section Day Time Location
14049 15A M 6:30 pm-8:20 pm C503

LD 185 Athletic Footwear Drafting
2.5 credits
In-state $415 Out-of-state $1,242.50 
Students draft the components of an athletic shoe using both freehand and CAD.  A history of the athletic footwear industry and the integration of technology in athletic footwear are introduced.  Students make a model of an outsole design.

CRN Section Day Time Location
14627 15A 6:30 pm-10:00 pm C709

LD 261 Sketching Accessories
2.5 credits
In-state $415 Out-of-state $1,242.50
Students are introduced to the concept of three-dimensional sketching and how it relates to accessories design. Concentrating on design detail, they learn to sketch the basic shapes in footwear, handbags, personal leather goods, and belts.

CRN Section Day Time Location
9280 15A W 6:30 pm-10:00 pm C501

  

* Course is only available to degree candidates but may open up to non-degree students pending availability during the add/drop period.
** Course is only available to evening/weekend degree candidates but may open up to non-degree students pending availability during the add/drop period.