Apparel Construction

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Apparel Construction is designed for students to learn advanced sewing techniques appropriate for custom apparel. Students will develop abilities to select appropriate materials and notions for specific items of apparel.

Details

Field of Interest
Visual and Performing Arts
Degree Type
Certificate of Completion (CCL)
Academic Plan
Apparel Construction (CER)
Academic Plan Code
5953
Total credits required
29-32
Catalog Year
2024-2025
Effective Term
Fall 2024
Notes

Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.

What You'll Learn
  • Use appropriate pattern, fabric, tools, equipment and techniques to construct garments.
  • Alter patterns to fit individual figures during the construction process.
  • Select materials and notions appropriate for constructing specific garments and accessories.
  • Apply construction techniques correctly on samples and garments.
  • Operate a serger and industrial machine effectively.

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.

Tailors, Dressmakers, and Custom Sewers
$41,620

* 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 Sequence

Full-time status is 12 credits to 18 credits per semester.

Term 1

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 1
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Credits
TEC110 Basic Sewing Skills Critical course Gateway course OR Permission of Program Director 0–3

Term 2

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 2
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Credits
TEC111 Clothing Construction Critical course OR Permission of Program Director 0–3

Term 3

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 3
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Credits
TEC120 Specialty Apparel Construction 3
TEC124 Advanced Apparel Construction 3
TEC129 Sewing with a Serger 3
TEC222 Textiles 3

Term 4

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 4
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Credits
TEC112AQ Pattern Alteration and Fit 2
TEC116 Textiles: Stitchery and Embellishment 1
TEC122 Sewing with Knits 3
TEC143 Industrial Sewing I 2
TEC223 Tailoring 3
TEC227 Couture Sewing 3

Part-time Sequence

Part-time status is 11 credit hours or less.

Term 1

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 1
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Credits
TEC110 Basic Sewing Skills Critical course Gateway course OR Permission of Program Director 0–3

Term 2

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 2
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Credits
TEC111 Clothing Construction Critical course OR Permission of Program Director 0–3
TEC129 Sewing with a Serger 3

Term 3

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 3
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Credits
TEC124 Advanced Apparel Construction 3
TEC223 Tailoring 3

Term 4

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 4
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Credits
TEC120 Specialty Apparel Construction 3
TEC122 Sewing with Knits 3

Term 5

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 5
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Credits
TEC116 Textiles: Stitchery and Embellishment 1
TEC143 Industrial Sewing I 2
TEC222 Textiles 3

Term 6

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 6
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Credits
TEC112AQ Pattern Alteration and Fit 2
TEC227 Couture Sewing 3
Course Area Key

Gateway Course = Generally the first major-specific course in a pathway.

Critical Course = A course that is highly predictive of future success in a pathway.

Disclaimer

Students must earn a grade of C or better for all courses required within the program.

Course Sequence total credits may differ from the program information located on the MCCCD curriculum website due to program and system design.

View MCCCD’s official curriculum documentation for additional details regarding the requirements of this award (https://aztransmac2.asu.edu/cgi-bin/WebObjects/MCCCD.woa/wa/freeForm11?id=981369).

At Maricopa, we strive to provide you with accurate and current information about our degree and certificate offerings. Due to the dynamic nature of the curriculum process, course and program information is subject to change. As a result, the course list associated with this degree or certificate on this site does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. If you are interested in pursuing this degree or certificate, we encourage you to meet with an advisor to discuss the requirements at your college for the appropriate catalog year.

Previous Catalog Years

The pathway map presented above is for the current catalog year and is the intended pathway map for new students. All previous catalog years for this pathway map are available at the link below.

Previous catalog years for Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Apparel Construction