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Cal Poly Pomona

BS in Apparel Merchandising & Management

Program Overview

California's apparel industry is considered a trend-setting influence in the domestic and international fashion markets. California is the largest apparel manufacturing state in the United States and in combination with the fashion retailing industry provides a substantial number of jobs. Los Angeles is the leading national center for apparel and fashion, and careers in the Los Angeles area are many and varied. The United States apparel industry is moving into a new era of high technology — systems for innovative manufacturing and retailing processes are used to meet the needs of a globally competitive marketplace.

Apparel and fashion industry careers require varying skills and abilities. People with a creative flair do well in product development and promotion whereas people with analytical skills excel in production, market research and retail.

The Bachelor of Science in Apparel Merchandising and Management has two options: Apparel Production and Fashion Retailing.  Additionally, within the Apparel Production Option there are two tracks to choose between: International Apparel Management and Fashion Design Management.  The Apparel Production and Fashion Retailing options are similar at the freshman, sophomore and beginning junior levels, but diverge in the balance of upper division coursework into their respective areas of specialization. The common core of courses for the two options provides graduates with a broad based interdisciplinary educational background in apparel and fashion products as well as manufacturing and retailing processes. Graduates will have experience in all areas of the apparel chain including product development, production, wholesale sales, distribution, retail buying, selling, and promotion. Through a combination of coursework and internship, graduates will be prepared for supervisory, managerial and executive level career paths.

The apparel curriculum is a combination of theory and application in both the classroom and on-the-job internships. An Apparel Industry Advisory Board works closely with the apparel faculty in keeping the curriculum current and providing internship opportunities. The Apparel Production option is endorsed by the American Apparel and Footwear Association.

Students are actively involved in the apparel industry and utilize actual manufacturing and retailing facilities for first hand knowledge.  Fashion Retailing students operate Apparelscapes, our mini-shop on campus featuring clothes and gifts.  Apparel Production students have developed their own clothing line labeled AM2 and sell it in Apparelscapes and the Bronco Bookstore.

Students work closely with their faculty advisors on career counseling, scheduling and internship placement.  They may also participate in the student organization, the Apparel Merchandising and Management Association, as well as many professional organizations and events.  The Apparel Merchandising and Management Department also offers a minor in Fashion Merchandising administered jointly with the International Business and Marketing Department.

For more information, contact the Apparel Merchandising and Management Department in Building 45 Room 104 at (909) 869-3377.

Any student who meets the CSU entrance requirements will be eligible to enter this program.  A student who successfully completes the required units as described will be eligible for graduation.

AMM Program Requirements

The Bachelor of Science Program in Apparel Merchandising & Management requires 180 quarter units of study.  Of this 68 units are required for General Education and 57 units form a common core for all AMM majors.  The remaining 55 units represent courses needed to fulfill the requirements of one of the two degree Options available Apparel Production and Fashion Retailing.  Additionally, within the Apparel Production Option there are two tracks to choose between: International Apparel Management and Fashion Design Management.

Courses such as 270/A comprise both a lecture component and a discrete activity component.  The latter is designated by the ‘/A’.  In the case of AMM 270/A there are two units of lecture component and 2 units of activity component, hence ‘2/2’ in the units column.  Similarly, courses such as 380/L, comprise a lecture component and a laboratory component.

AMM Major Core

These courses form a common required core for all students majoring in AMM.

Course No.

Course Title

Units

AMM 101

Introduction to the Fashion Industry

4

AMM 108

Culture, People, and Dress*

4

AMM 160

Introduction to Textile Science

3

AMM 210/A

Apparel Design Analysis

 2/2

AMM 230

Fashion Promotion

4

AMM 250

Apparel Merchandise Buying

4

AMM 270/A

Visual Merchandising/ Store Design

 2/1

AMM 300

Fashion Industries Dynamics

2

AMM 310/A

Design & Merchandising Strategies

 2/1

AMM 314/A

Apparel Technical Design

 2/2

AMM 357

Apparel Importing & Exporting

3

AMM 360/A

Textile Specification Buying

 2/2

AMM 380/L

Apparel Product Analysis

 2/1

AMM 381/L

Apparel Production

 3/1

AMM 441

Internship/ Career Preparation

1

AMM 442

Internship

3

AMM 457

Global Apparel Industry Dynamics

4

Apparel Production Option

International Apparel Management Track

These courses below are required for students selecting the International Apparel Management Track of the Apparel Production Option.

Course No.

Course Title

Units

AMM 414/A

Apparel Pre-Production

 2/2

AMM 451

Apparel Supply Chain Management

3

AMM 461

Senior Project I

2

AMM 462

Senior Project II

2

AMM 481/L

Advanced Apparel Production

 3/1

AMM 492/A

Apparel Product Development Simulation

 2/2

AG 100

Orientation to the College of Agriculture

1

ETP 276/L

Prod Control/Lab

 3/1

IME 224/L

or Work Analysis & Des./Lab

(3/1)

TOM 301

or Operations Management

(4)

IME 239

Industrial Costs & Control

3

ACT 207/A

or Financial Accounting for Decision Making

(4/1)

FMA 324

or Accounting for Agribusiness

(4)

MHR 313

First-Line Management

4

MHR 318

or Organizational Behavior

(4)

FMA 402

or Agribusiness Personnel Management

(4)

MHR 450

Leadership

4

TOM 302

Managerial Statistics

4

FMA 375

or Data Management for Agribusiness

(4)

STA 120*

Statistics with Application (B1) *

4

ART xxx*

Either ART 110,212,213,214, or 216 (C1) *

4

FL xxx*

Any Spanish or Chinese (C3)*

4

AG 101*

Agriculture and the Modern World (D2)*

4

AG 401*

Ethical Issues in Food, Agricultural & Apparel Industries (C4 or D4)*

4

*     These Option courses can be used to meet General Education requirements, as indicated.  Option courses used in this way should be replaced by Restricted Electives.

Fashion Design Management Track

The courses below are additionally required for students selecting the Fashion Design Management Track of the Apparel Production Option.

Course No.

Course Title

Units

AMM 180L

Apparel Production Lab

1

AMM 410/A

Apparel Product Development

 2/2

AMM 414/A

Apparel Pre-Production

 2/2

AMM 461

Senior Project I

2

AMM 462

Senior Project II

2

AMM 492/A

Apparel Product Development Simulation

 2/2

AG 100

Orientation to the College of Agriculture

1

ART 140A

Introduction to Drawing

3

ART 150A

 or Introduction to Design

(3)

ART 141

Foundations of Drawing

3

or ART 155A

Introduction to the Computer as a Medium

(3)

MHR 321

Creativity and Entrepreneurship

4

IME 239

Industrial Costs & Control

3

or ACT 207/A

Financial Accounting for Decision Making

(4/1)

or FMA 324

Accounting for Agribusiness

(4)

MHR 313

First-Line Management

4

or MHR 318

Organizational Behavior

(4)

or FMA 402

Agribusiness Personnel Management

(4)

MHR 450

Leadership

4

STA 120*

Statistics with Application (B1)*

4

ART xxx*

Either ART 110,212,213,214, or 216 (C1)*

4

FL xxx*

Any Spanish or Chinese (C3)*

4

AG 101*

Agriculture and the Modern World (D2)*

4

AG 401*

Ethical Issues in Food, Agricultural & Apparel Industries (C4 or D4)*

4

*     These Option courses can be used to meet General Education requirements, as indicated.  Option courses used in this way should be replaced by Restricted Electives.

Restricted Electives for Apparel Production

The courses below form a set of electives from which students selecting either track within the Apparel Production Option may choose.

Course No.

Course Title

Units

AMM 120

Introduction to Family Issues

4

AMM 200

Special Study for Lower Division

 1-2

AMM 245

Consumerism: The Movement, its Impact and Issues

4

AMM 299 / 499

Special Topics Courses

 1-4

AMM 350

Retail Planning, Allocating and Forecasting

4

AMM 400

Special Study for Upper Division

 1-2

AMM 431

Elective Internship

 1-8

AMM 445

Field Study

 1-8

CIS 101

Introduction to Micro-computing

4

EC 201

Principles of Economics 

or EC 202

Principles of Economics

4

FRL 201

Legal Environment of Business

4

MHR 301

Principles of Management

4

MHR 405

Training and Development

4

TOM 434

Purchasing Management

4

TOM 435

Quality Management

4

Additional Recommendations for Product Development

COM 103

Interpersonal Communication

4

MHR 313

First line Management

4

TH 481

History of Costume

4

MHR 321

Introduction to Entrepreneurship

4

Additional Recommendations for Manufacturing

ETP 300

Applied Total Quality Management

3

TOM 401

Total Quality Management

4

FLXXX

Foreign Language (Spanish or Chinese)

4

TOM 309

Business Logistics

4

IBM 439

Supply Chain Management

3

IE 392

Principles of Productivity Engineering

4

TOM 301

Operations Mgmt

4

TOM 432

Production Mgmt

4

Fashion Retailing Option

These courses below are required for students selecting the International Apparel Management Track of the Apparel Production Option.

Course No.

Course Title

Units

AMM 350

Retail Planning, Allocating and Forecasting

4

AMM 451

Apparel Supply Chain Management

3

AMM 455/A

Retail Apparel Sourcing

2/1

AMM 471/A

Apparel Wholesale Operations

2/1

AMM 496/A

Apparel Retail Management Strategies

2/2

AG 100

Orientation to the College of Agriculture

1

IBM 301

Principles of Marketing Management

4

TOM 309

Business Logistics

4

IME 239

Industrial Costs and Controls

3

or ACT 207/A

Financial Accounting for Decision Making

4/1

or FMA 324

Accounting for Agribusiness

4

MHR 450

Leadership

4

TOM 302

Managerial Statistics

4

or FMA 375

Data Management for Agribusiness

4

STA 120*

Statistics with Application (B4)*

4

ART xxx*

Either ART 110,212,213,214, or 216 (C1)*

4

FL xxx*

Any Spanish or Chinese (C3)*

4

AG 101*

Agriculture and the Modern World (D2)*

4

AG 401*

Ethical Issues in Food, Agricultural and Apparel Industries (C4 or D4)*

4

*     These Option courses can be used to meet General Education requirements, as indicated.  Option courses used in this way should be replaced by Restricted Electives.

Restricted Electives for Fashion Retailing

The courses below form a set of electives from which students selecting either track within the Fashion Retailing Option may choose.

Course No.

Course Title

Units

AMM 120

Introduction to Family Issues

4

AMM 200

Special Study for Lower Division

1-4

AMM 245

Consumerism: The Movement, its Impact and Issues

4

ACC 207/A

Financial Accounting

4/1

AMM 299/ 499

Special Topics

1-4

AMM 400

Special Study for Upper Division

1-4

AMM 431

Elective Internship

1-8

AMM 445

Field Study

1-8

CIS 101

Introduction to Micro-computing

4

EC 201

Principles of Economics

4

or EC 202

Principles of Economics

4

FLXXX

Foreign Language (Spanish or Chinese)

4

TOM 301

Operations Management

4

Additional Recommendations for Product and Brand Management

IBM 302

Marketing Strategy

4

IBM 402

Product and Brand Management

4

IBM 411

Buyer Behavior

4

Additional Recommendations for Store Management & Operations

FMA 402

Agribusiness Personnel Management

4

FRL 201

Legal Environment of Business

4

IBM 306

Professional Selling

4

IBM 308

Retail Management

4

IBM 447

Retailing Problems

4

MHR 318

Multicultural Organizational Behavior

4

General Education Course Requirements

Please consult the catalog website under General Education Requirements for the list of approved courses and other information regarding this requirement.

Area A

Communication & Critical Thinking

12

1

Oral Communication

4

2

Written Communication

4

3

Critical Thinking

4

Area B

Mathematics & Natural Sciences

16

1

Physical Science

4

2

Biological Science

4

3

Laboratory Activity

4

4

Math/Quantitative Reasoning

4

5

Science & Technology Synthesis

4

Area C

Humanities

16

1

Fine and Performing Arts

2

Philosophy and Civilization

3

Literature and Foreign Language

4

Humanities Synthesis

Area D

Social Sciences

20

1`

U.S. History, Constitution, American Ideals

8

2

History, Economics and Political Science

4

3

Sociology, Anthropology, Ethnic & Gender Studies

4

4

Social Science Synthesis

4

Area E

Lifelong Understanding & Self Development

4

Fashion Merchandising Minor

This interdisciplinary minor is designed for students other than AMM majors who seek additional study in the fashion industry. The minor provides students with a background in both fashion as well as business to better prepare them to seek employment in fashion related fields.  The minor in Fashion Merchandising is administered jointly by the Departments of Apparel Merchandising and Management and International Business and Marketing.

The attainment of a minor in Fashion Merchandising is accomplished by appropriate selection, timely scheduling, and satisfactory completion of specifically designated courses and electives totaling a minimum of 36 quarter units as outlined below:

Course No.

Course Title

Units

Required Courses

AMM 101

Introduction to the Fashion Industry

4

AMM 210/210A

Apparel Design Analysis

4

AMM 357

Apparel Importing and Exporting

3

IBM 301

Principles of Marketing Management

4

IBM 441/2

Marketing Internship

4

Group A

Select 2 courses from Group A

8

AMM 108

Culture, People and Dress

4

AMM 230

Fashion Promotion

4

AMM 380/380A

Apparel Product Analysis

2/1

Group B

Select 2 courses from Group B or C

8

IBM 306

Professional Selling

4

IBM 308

Retail Management

4

IBM 447

Retailing Problems

4

Group C

IBM 414

International Marketing Management

4

AMM 457

Global Apparel Industry Dynamics

4

IBM 415

Strategy in International Marketing

4

MHR 332

Introduction to International Business

4

Course Descriptions

AMM 101 Fashion Industry (4)

Introduction to development and scope of the global fashion pipeline: textile and apparel production, design, retail merchandising, marketing, distribution, and promotion. Understanding of apparel business organizations and planning. Introduction to career opportunities. Oral and written reports on current topics relevant to the fashion industry. 4 lectures/problem-solving.

AMM 108 Culture, People, and Dress (4)

Study of the interrelatedness of socio-psychological, economic and political/religious influences on dress in historical perspective. Cross-cultural analysis and interpretation of Western and non-Western clothing behavior through written analysis papers. Fulfills GE requirement for Area D3. 4 lectures.

AMM 120 Introduction to Family Issues (4)

An introduction to family issues covering issues related to the family demographics, types of families, living arrangements, paths to family formation, childbearing patterns, changing roles of family members, economic well being, child care and future outlook of children. Lecture discussion, case studies, analysis of data sets, and student project related to a current issue. Fulfills GE requirement for Area D3.  4 lectures/problem solving hours.

AMM 160 Introduction to Textile Science (3)

Introductory study of the chemical and physical properties of textile fibers, yarns, fabric structures, dyes, and finishes. Criteria for selection and evaluation of textile properties, performance, legislation, and care. 3 lectures/problem-solving.

AMM 180L Apparel Construction Lab (1)

Basic clothing construction techniques used in the apparel industry. Appropriate methods for quality construction using varying fabrics. May be taken as credit/no credit or credit by exam. 1 three-hour laboratory.

AMM 200 Special Study for Lower Division Students (1-2)

Individual or group investigation, research, studies or surveys of selected problems. Total credit limited to 4 units, with a maximum of 2 units per quarter.

AMM 210/210A Apparel Design Analysis (2/2)

Analysis of apparel designs for formal, expressive, and symbolic qualities. Use of design elements and principles as applied to clothing design and human body forms. Application of a computer-aided illustration program. Written and computer illustration projects. Concurrent enrollment required. 2 lectures/problem-solving, 2 two hour activities.

AMM 230 Fashion Promotion (4)

Principles and techniques of advertising and promoting apparel wholesale and retail products. Emphasis placed on promotional mix, trend and forecast research, branding, special events, integrated marketing and communication strategy. Written analysis and presentation. 4 lectures/problem-solving.

AMM 245 Consumerism: The Movement, its Impact and Issues (4)

Analysis of the role of consumption in economics systems. The consumer movement past, present, and future viewed as a response to economic and social conditions. Contemporary consumer issues, information sources, legislation and protection.  Fulfills GE requirement for Area D2. 4 lectures/problem-solving hours. 

AMM 250 Apparel Merchandise Buying (4)

An introduction to and application of merchandise buying principles and procedures. Role of buyer and planner in wholesale and retail management. Analysis of buying organizations, purchasing, inventory control, apparel profitability, and seasonal plans. Use of computer spreadsheets to calculate merchandise mix and assortment plans. Written and computer projects. 4 lectures/problem-solving. Prerequisite: STA 120 and College of Business computer proficiency requirement.

AMM 270/270A Visual Merchandising/Store Design I (2/1)

Understanding of design principles, color theory, space, and lighting in relation to display areas and interior design of stores. Analysis of their use in merchandising of goods and customer appeal. Written and oral projects. Application of a computer graphics program. Concurrent enrollment required. 2 lectures/problem-solving, 1 two-hour activity. Prerequisite AMM 210/210A or equivalent.

AMM 299/299A/299L Special Topics for Lower Division Students (1-4)

Basic group study of a selected topic, the title to be specified in advance. Total credit limited to 8 units, with a maximum of 4 units per quarter. Instruction is by lecture, laboratory, activity, or a combination.

AMM 300 Fashion Industries Dynamics (2)

Detailed investigation of the textile and apparel supply chain’s fashion career opportunities. Emphasis on understanding different careers within the apparel supply chain architecture and organizational structure. Evaluation of fashion careers, industry speakers, and job shadowing. Development and review of student electronic portfolio that identifies the student’s skills and aptitudes for their selected career direction.

AMM 310/310A Design and Merchandising Strategies (2/1)

Planning, developing, and presenting apparel product lines. Analysis of goals, merchandising strategies and product line constraints. Interrelationship of fashion information between fashion services, apparel suppliers and consumers to developing apparel products. Application of computer-aided illustration program. Written and oral projects. 2 lectures/problem solving, 1 two-hour activity. Concurrent enrollment required. Prerequisite: AMM 300.

AMM 314/314A Apparel Technical Design (2/2)

Principles and methods of developing apparel designs. Evaluation of pattern blocks for garment sizing, analysis of desired aesthetics, pattern fit, and construction. Visual and written projects. Concurrent enrollment required. 2 lectures/problem solving, 2-two hour activities. Prerequisite AMM 310/310A

AMM 350 Retail Buying II (4)

Advanced study of apparel buying processes, strategic positioning, assortment and seasonal plans, and purchase order management for multiple apparel retail tiers. Develop strong analytical skills. Written analysis of competition market share strategy and sales forecasting. Written, computer, and oral analysis projects. 4 lecture-problem solving hours. Prerequisite: AMM 250 or equivalent

AMM 357 Apparel Importing and Exporting (3)

Fundamentals of apparel importing and exporting processes. Industry and product classification systems used in international trade, US Trade Administration and US trade agreements in textiles and apparel. Political-legal, cultural, and financial issues related to apparel importing and exporting. Overview of apparel transportation and logistics services. Written and oral reports required. 4 hours lecture/problem solving. Prerequisite AMM 300.

AMM 360/360A Textile Specification Buying (2/2)

Principles and practices in specification buying of textile, trim, and findings products. Performance and appearance testing, labeling and certification requirements. Color approval processes. Sourcing practices and procedures including vendor selection and vendor contracts. Concurrent enrollment required. 2 lectures/problem-solving, 2 two-hour activities. Prerequisite: AMM 380/380L.

AMM 380/380A Apparel Product Analysis (2/1)

Analysis and comparison of features in ready-to-wear apparel construction that make a difference in quality and price.  Use of industrial equipment to analyze construction methods and problems. Creation of specifications/technical packages using CAD and spreadsheet programs. Visual and written projects. Concurrent enrollment required. 3 lectures/problem solving, 1 three-hour laboratory. Prerequisite AMM 300.

AMM 381/381L Apparel Production (3/1)

Introduction to apparel manufacturing from cut order planning through production/contracting. Emphasis on understanding the pre-production process of materials requirement planning, contractor agreements, and compliance. A comparison of cost and methods engineering for the primary production processes for cutting, assembly, and inspection. Concurrent enrollment required. 3 lectures/problem-solving, 1 threehour laboratory. Prerequisite: IME 239 or ACC 207 and AMM 360/360A.

AMM 400 Special Study for Upper Division Students (1-2)

Advanced individual or group investigation, research, studies, surveys and projects of selected problems. Specific topics arranged with supervising professor. Total credit limited to 4 units, with a maximum of 2 units per quarter

AMM 410/410A Apparel Product Development (2/2)

Beginning of capstone experience for senior production students. Development of apparel product patterns, prototypes, and samples. Use of CAD technology in development of pattern blocks and first patterns. Application of pattern theory for fit and pattern verification. Application of apparel industry pattern marking and assembly. Evaluation of standard and custom fit. Concurrent enrollment required. 2 hours lecture/problem solving. 2 two-hour activities. Prerequisite: AMM 314/314A

AMM 414/414A Apparel Pre-production (2/2)

Continuation of capstone experience for senior production students. Comprehend process of problem solving with principles, procedures and practices in developing the AM2 apparel line. Use of statistics in quality management for creating AM2 apparel product line to meet consumer needs. Develop actual product line from design through prototype creation, and review. Evaluate fit for specific end use. Written, computer, and oral projects. Concurrent enrollment required. 2 lectures/problem-solving, 2 two-hour activities. Prerequisite: AMM 410/410A

AMM 431 Elective Internship (1-8)

AMM 431 units are for elective credit only. New, on-the-job professional experience related to apparel production or fashion retailing. Students must obtain instructor approval of the Internship experience prior to hours worked. One unit of credit is given for each 40 hours of approved internship experience.  Written documentation of the internship experience is required.

AMM 441 Internship/Career Preparation (1)

Students must enroll in AMM 441 (1) the quarter prior to the quarter they will work their required Internship hours (AMM 442 for 3 units). This is a scheduled weekly class that includes: resumes, cover letters, portfolios, interviewing techniques, professional etiquette, networking and locating approved Internship site. Completion of electronic portfolio and career exploration activity. 1 hour lecture/problem solving.

AMM 442 Internship (1-4)

Students will enroll in AMM 442 (3) the quarter immediately following AMM 441 (1) and work their required hours (160 hours). New, on-the-job professional experience related to apparel production or fashion retailing. Students must obtain instructor approval of the Internship experience priors to hours worked. Extensive written reports required. Prerequisite: AMM 441.

AMM 445 Field Study (1-8)

Tours of cities such as New York and countries such as England, France, China and Mexico to study the apparel industry. Visits and presentations of historic and present day fashion industries such as museums, design houses, textile mills, manufacturers, publishing companies and retail stores. Units dependent upon length and focus of trip. May be repeated for no more than 8 units. Preference given to AMM majors.

AMM 451 Apparel Supply Chain Management (3)

Beginning of senior retail capstone experience. Supply chain and logistics management for the apparel and textile complex related to vendors of fabrics and findings. Understanding management of soft goods related to inventory and logistics from factory to stores. Understanding of physical and book inventory, retail shrinkage, and charge-backs. Use of computer supply chain management software programs related to Continuous Planning, Forecasting & Replenishment, and Efficient Consumer Response systems. Written, computer, and oral projects. Concurrent enrollment required. 3 lectures/problem-solving. Prerequisite: AMM 300 & AMM 350.

AMM 455/455A Retail Apparel Sourcing (2,1)

Continuing senior retail capstone experience. An analysis of how fashion retail buyers source product from multiple vendors, and how they negotiate terms with international and domestic suppliers. Write ApparelScapes wholesale orders at MAGIC apparel trade show negotiating product availability, terms, and pricing. Use of computer inventory software program. Written and oral projects. 2 lectures/problem-solving, 1 two-hour activity. Prerequisite: AMM 350, 357, and AMM 451. Co-requisite AMM 455/455A

AMM 457 Dynamics of the Global Apparel Complex (4)

The economic, competitive, technological and market dynamics of the international apparel production and apparel retail sectors.  Patterns of change at the global, regional, national and company level are explained with reference to models from the economics and business policy literature.  The outlook for the apparel complex is considered.

Discussion papers and case studies.  Prerequisites: AMM 300 and AMM 357.

AMM 461 Senior Project I

Problem solving related to issues graduates may encounter in their chosen fields of employment.  How to prepare a senior project proposal, including problem identification and selection, problem statement, literature review, data collection procedures, selection of analysis techniques. Types of projects (laboratory, field survey, ex post facto).  Presentation of final proposals. E lectures/problem-solving. (C4) Prerequisites: AMM majors in senior standing, permission of instructor required. 

AMM 462 Senior Project II

Independent research study into a problem of business merit following appropriate research methodology.  Data analysis and formal write up are done under close guidance and supervision of a faculty advisor.  Successful completion requires submission of a formal, written report in appropriate business style and oral presentation to a selected audience.  Minimum time commitment 120 hours.  Prerequisite: AMM 461.

AMM 471/471A Apparel Wholesale Operations (2/1)

Continuing senior retail student capstone experience focusing on apparel wholesale sales. Understanding the complete apparel wholesale process of order entry, invoicing of purchase orders, customer service, and order management. Calculation of retail discounts and terms. Use of apparel industry computer software program to process orders for ApparelScapes retail private label products/customers. Written and oral projects. Concurrent enrollment required. 2 lecture-problem solving hours, 1 two-hour activity. Prerequisite: AMM 451.

AMM 481/481L Advanced Apparel Production (3 / 1)

In-depth apparel manufacturing processes of methods engineering, capacity planning, set-up time reduction, equipment investment, scheduling, and quality control. On-site problem solving of apparel manufacturing business practices including literature review, process documentation, and process improvement. Concurrent enrollment required. 3 lectures, problem solving, 1 three-hour laboratory. Prerequisite: AMM 381/381L.

AMM 492/492A Apparel Product Development Simulation (2/2)

The capstone course in the senior production experience that completes AM2 product line in an on-site industry production setting. Creation of AM2 technical package, garment construction sequence, production patterns, grading, markers, and send-outs. Analyze prototypes for construction sequence and fabric performance. Creation of grade rules for garment fit and fabric constraints. Synthesize marker systems, marker creation, efficiency, parameters, and material utilization. Supervision of AM2 production. Concurrent enrollment required. 2 lectures/problem-solving, 1 three-hour laboratory. Prerequisite: AMM 414/414A

AMM 496/496A Apparel Retail Management Strategies (2/2)

The capstone course in the senior retail experience. Management strategies related to apparel e-tailing, store and direct operations, retail location and design, internal systems, and displaying merchandise. Employee hiring, managing, training, and legal responsibilities, financial liability and inventory. Field study of various apparel retail structures. Case analysis and discussion of problems in apparel retail store operations. Updating ApparelScapes website and promoting AM2 apparel line. 2 lecture-problem solving hours, 2-two hour activities. Written and computer projects. Concurrent enrollment required. Prerequisite: AMM 471/471A.

AMM 499/499A/499L Special Topics for Upper Division Students (1-4)

Advanced group study of a selected topic, the title to be specified in advance. Total credit limited to 8 units, with a maximum of 4 units per quarter. Instruction is by lecture, laboratory, activity, or a combination.