 
1st YEAR
Complementary Courses
TEM 105.6 Basic Art Education
Students explore the principles drawing and design of two-dimensional design and creative thinking for the designer and, including the study of line, shape, color, positive and negative space, texture, and composition. Course offers students learn the visual language of color, texture and form to express their thoughts, observations, and emotions.
TEM 115.6 History of General Art I
Presents the history of art and civilization from the Ancient periods, Mesopotamia, Egypt, Greek and Roman Civilizations, in the context of cultural history. Explores painting, sculpture and architecture in relation to pertinent religious, political, economic and social conditions.
TEM 143.4 Textile History
Examines the history of textiles from antiquity to the present time, and includes significant developments in the style, technology and function of textiles. Surviving evidence and representations of textiles in the arts and literature are considered. Examines important manifestations of textile and its context in a selection of world cultures, emphasizing the Anatolian and Ottoman arts and design in textiles.
TBT 101 Information Technology
This course offers the basic knowledge of computer use of table top computers and the collection of tools that make it easier to use, create, manage and exchange information. Introduction to computer systems, software and basic applied design programmes.
Selective Courses
TEK 141.2 Textile Materials
Covers the classification and definition of the textile materials, their properties and production techniques. Technology of textile properties, end-uses, modern and high performance textiles and new fiber trends are also covered in detail.
TMG 124 Apparel Fundamentals
Study of clothing mass-production techniques. Examines the transition of apparel products from designers’ sketches and samples to finished production merchandise. Explores human resource management, labor relations and work flow in an apparel company. All the manufacturing stages of various apparel products are studied in detail
TMG 108 Fashion Design Methods
An introduction to basic design methods for apparel, its elements and principles. Basics of color and design are stressed with work in pencil, watercolor, etc. Students learn to develop and draw fundamental fashion figures, garment details, various fabric textures and to explore the end-uses of fabric
TMG 109.10 Fabric Principles
Study of textile materials with emphasis on the fundamentals of fibers, yarns, constructions and on the factors that produce a successful apparel fabric. Fabric characteristics such as appearance, drapability, hand and performance are studied as they effect aesthetics and end-use performance. Constructions and materials of various fabrics and trims used in Fashion Design are also studied.
2nd YEAR
Complementary Courses
TEK 225.6 History of Costume
Historical development of costumes from is ancient till contemporary the goal of surpassing the simple chronicle of changing styles to explore the meaning of fashion in the broadest possible context.
TEM 215.6 History of General Art II
Presents the history of fine arts beginning from the early Christian era, Byzantium, Middle Age in Europe, Islam, Rome and Gothic Periods; the presentation and evaluation of cross cultural influences during 11 – 13th century in Anatolian Turkish Arts, Renaissance and Classical Ottoman Arts. Explores painting, sculpture, and architecture in relation to pertinent religious, political, economic and social conditions.
TEM 221 Perception Philosophy
This course aims to introduce students to contemporary philosophy of perception. The objective of the course is to provide students with an overview of the perception philosophy concerning the nature of art. It addresses such matters as the color, form and visual perception and color theories.
TEM 222 Visual Perception
Covers the visual perception, color methodology and form perception in visual arts. It will address such matters as the relationship between art and truth, the appropriate criteria of art criticism, the distinction between art and non-art, and the nature of aesthetic values.
TEM 223.4 Philosophy of Art
Considers the philosophy of art and the logical structure of criticism. Presents a group of problems arising from description, interpretation and evaluation of aesthetic objects, with special emphasis on the visual arts.
Selective Courses
TMG 221.2 Fashion Design Apparel I
Covers the creating clothing for a wide range of occasions/life styles and the development of apparel from sources of inspiration to finished garments. Students learn to observe and incorporate details and ideas inspired by current fashion trends, history, art, ethnic sources, the environment and World events, translating them into designs for wearable and avant-garde garments. From sketch evaluation through completed projects, special subjects such as art
TMG 229.30 Pattern Drafting
Drafting the main blocks in different patternmaking techniques such as Müller & Sohn, Metric, Block System etc. Pattern making techniques of the basic bodice, skirts, sleeves, slacks, collars, etc. are studied in detail. Advanced use of the master pattern are explored. Use of the master pattern in developing basic concepts as well as original style development according to professional standards. Students test pattern in muslin and various end fabrics for style, fit and proportion
TMG 231.2 Computer Aided Fashion Design
Employing advanced computer technology, students design garments and develop their ability to efficiently create original ideas. Through lectures, demonstrations and hand-on experience, students learn how to create flat and artistic figures, conceptual design ideas, story boards, different colorways and to drape various fashion figures. One of the most advanced computer aided design system (CAD) GGT – Gerber Garment Technology – Artworks are being extensively used in this course
TMG 211 Textile Dyeing and Finishing
Covers the textile dyeing and finishing techniques, along with the textile dyestuffs, dyeing and printing machinery. Textile wet and dry finishing processes to create various visual, functional properties. Special printing and dyeing effects, eco-textiles and their labels.
TMG 204 Textile Printing
Covers textile printing techniques in detail. Students prepare screens for designs, mix pigments, and print on fabric in actual screen printing workshop surroundings. Creative design is applied to other methods of textile reproduction.
TMG 223.4 Fashion Illustration
Procedures and principles of fashion illustration. Students translate drawings and draw garments as they appear on models, studding clothing in relationship to the body. Various size figures are featured to study proportions as used in the fashion industry. Figure drawing and construction, stressing line and form are also undertaken. Garments from all areas of clothing design are represented.
3rd YEAR
Complementary Courses
TEK 331.2 Fashion & Textile Marketing
Examines the role of the fashion marketing in textile and apparel firms. Deals with contemporary issues in fashion marketing and the design and product development processes in marketing perspective. Covers the key topics, such as strategic planning, PD, pricing, market research and consumer expectations.
TEM 315.6 History of General Art History III
Deals with art in Europe, Turkey and other cultures in 18th, 19th, 20th centuries, emphasizing the Barock and Rococo art in the west and its influences on Turkish Art.
Selective Courses
TMG 329.30 Fashion Apparel Design II
Covers the creating clothing for a wide range of occasions/life styles and the development of apparel from sources of inspiration to finished garments. Students learn to observe and incorporate details and ideas inspired by current fashion trends, history, art, ethnic sources, the environment and World events, translating them into designs for wearable and show clothing. From sketch evaluation through completed projects, special subjects such as art, technology, current scene, sportswear, chidrenswear, menswear, womenswear, knitwear, etc. are emphasized. Students develop original designs in corporating fabric selection, draping, pattern making, construction and finishing by employing sample room procedures.
TMG 327.8 Draping
Basic draping methods of developing collection and production patterns for the garment industry are taught. Basic understanding of fundamental draping procedures and their applications to current trends are established. Original design projects, firstly in muslin then in original soft fabrics are executed and various garment designs are produced through draping methods. Advanced creative draping techniques are used to develop silhouettes on dress forms that stress
proportion and perspective.
TMG 343.4 Computer Aided Pattern Design and Grading
Students are introduced to the advanced computer aided pattern making, grading and marker making systems. Employing advanced computer technology (ASSYST – AssyCAD and AssyLAY), students learn how to create original patterns, to grade and make markers. Through lectures, demonstrations and hands-on experience, pattern making, grading and marker making practices are performed effectively
TMG 323.4 Ready-to-Wear Technology
Covers the latest planning and production technologies in ready to wear companies. Starting from the raw material unit, planning, product development, pattern, cutting, assembly, quality control, to finishing and finished product unit, covers all the process flows in detail. Depending on the design and usage, examines all the factors on material, machine and sewing types
4th YEAR
Complementary Courses
TEK 425 Contemporary Textile Art
Contemporary textile art, conceptual and technical changes and developments in nowadays textile design. Concentrates on various textile design techniques such as woven textiles, fiber art, surface design, fashion practical etc. It involves the examination of international and Turkish textile arts as well
Students search a variety of materials and techniques that are used to create wall hangings, sculptural forms, home furnishing, fashion accessories, etc.
TEK 443 Business Law
Business environment in the world and our country and terms encountered in practical, social and economical business relationships. Relationships between workers and employers and their rights in business law and constitution. Code of conducts, environment and workers health are discussed as well.
TEK 445 Methodology
Terms of basic scientific and research methods are discussed. Scientific research periods and basic stages of scientific research are covered. Gathering information techniques, enquiries, dissertation preparation rules, formats etc. are also taught.
TEK 460 Graduation Project
Based on a specific research topic, students research, design, and execute a project and prepare a thesis and a product line, under a supervision of a dedicated faculty of design professional.
Selective Courses
TMG 423.4 Fashion Apparel Design III
Creative designs and interpretations in classic and complex shapes are explored and developed. An original garment is designed and executed in fabric based on the categories studied. Covers the creating clothing for a wide range of occasions/life styles and the development of apparel from sources of inspiration to finished garments. Students develop original designs in corporating fabric selection draping, pattern making construction and finishing by employing sample room procedures. Advanced clothing design projects are also undertaken.
TMG 427.8 Fashion Presentation
Provides an understanding of presentation boards, display stands, windows, design portfolios, illustration plates etc. and their use in presenting creative design lines, collections for the fashion industry. Conceptual and practical knowledge of fashion trends and presentations are taught. Students develop an understanding of design board and style book layout, how to plan the elements emphasizing proportion and groups and how to work with full figures and flats.
TMG 425.6 Collection Development
Students will learn how to prepare and present professional collections for the fashion industry. Further study of developing original designs and executing garments for their collection, incorporating fabric selection, draping, pattern making, construction, finishing and presentation.
TMG 426 Project Workshop
Students are required to do a research on a specific topic, write a dissertation, and prepare a storyboard, presentation board on a spesific subject and build a line that that reflects current fashion trends.
TMG 405 Portfolio
Students build and refine their portfolios containing all the undergraduate artistic works to a professional level in preparation for career placement. They explore employment opportunities, examine career goals and write and design their resumes and business cards.
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