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PFI, LLC
P.O. Box 18147 ° Portland OR 97218 ° (503) 927-5457
Founded in 2010 Portland, Ore.
We are apparel people teaching apparel people
info@pfi.edu° www.pfi.edu
COURSE CATALOG
September 2021-August 2022
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
6 WELCOME
7 ADMISSIONS
8 ABOUT PFI/LICENSE & ACCREDITATION
9 MISSION STATEMENT
10 WHAT WE OFFER
CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENTS, CAREER PATH,
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
13 APPAREL DESIGNER
21 TECHNICAL DEVELOPER
29 APPAREL ENTREPRENEUR
PFI INFORMATION
37 WHO WE ARE
38 OUR LOCATION
39 LIBRARY & RESOURCES
40 ADMISSIONS INFORMATION
42 TUITION INFORMATION
44 REGISTRATION INFORMATION
46 ACADEMIC CALENDARS
50 ACADEMIC POLICIES
Licensed by Oregon’s Higher Accredited by Accrediting Council for
Education Coordinating Commission Continuing Education & Training
Innovative Design by PFI grad Erin Clutinger, now working at Duchess Clothier. Model: Divinity. Photographer: Tom Boehme
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Fashion Illustration by Kyle Woods, store ambassador, PFI Supply
WELCOME ADMISSIONS
Thank you for considering Portland Fashion Institute to launch
and enhance your career. You’ll be placed in a professional
atmosphere from day one. An education here offers you a How to Apply:
chance to develop your talent and acquire skills sought by the Go to the “Admissions” section on page 41 of this book for
apparel marketplace. basic admissions requirements, instructions and applications.
As Oregon’s only fashion design school, PFI is licensed by You may also call us at 503-927-5457, or apply online at
Oregon’s Higher Education Coordinating Commission and www.pfi.edu/certificate-programs
accredited by the Accrediting Council for Continuing PFI maintains an inclusive* admissions policy for its certificate
Education and Training (ACCET). programs. Previous experience with sewing and design are not
required for admission. It is our belief that all students who
PFI has been in business for more than a decade — first as follow the application steps plus have passion, persistence and
Portland Sewing then licensed as PFI. The ACCET aptitude can succeed and learn professional-level skills to enter
accreditation validates that PFI operates at a level of the world of fashion and apparel.
excellence and that the school’s teaching and programs meet Home-schooled Students
rigorous educational standards. PFI welcomes and encourages home-schooled students to enroll
More than 7,000 persons have studied at the school since it in our certificate programs. The admissions policy equally
opened its doors in 2010. Most students come for a single applies to home school students who participate in a program
class, from beginning sewing to patternmaking to apparel officially recognized by the state in which they live.
business. Others come to enroll for a career. Transfer Students
If you have completed previous college-level coursework, we
No matter the class, PFI’s job is to make sure students gain welcome you to submit your official transcripts to PFI’s
skills, create a project they like, build confidence — and have a Admissions Office for review for possible credit. See page 45
good time doing it. for details.
I hope the passionate faculty, friendly facilities and focused PFI Policies and Academic Information
curriculum detailed in this catalog convince you that PFI This catalog is for your information only; information found in
should be your first choice for formal training in fashion this catalog is subject to change at any time. Detailed policies
design and business. and academic information are available on our website at
Sincerely, www.pfi.edu and from our registrar.
*Please note that PFI may reject any applicant who does not meet minimum
Sharon Blair requirements for entry. See page 41.
BA, MA, PAA
Director
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ABOUT PFI MISSION STATEMENT
Portland Fashion Institute, LLC aims to offer the best
fashion education in the nation. Our goal is to exceed expectations
while giving students a fun and rewarding experience and careers
that help grow the apparel industry.
Philosophy
Trying to break into the apparel business but don’t know To achieve its mission PFI:
where to start? Then you’ve come to the right place. • Prepares aspiring professionals in the fields of apparel design,
Portland Fashion Institute offers training and continuing technical development and apparel business by delivering
education for apparel designers, companies and aspirants. excellent certificate programs.
Our goal is to enable students to become industry-proficient in • Maintains an inclusive admissions policy for all persons who
clothing design, patternmaking, construction, manufacturing meet basic requirements for admission and instruction and who
and product development. want apparel business, technical and design skills;
The skills and principles necessary to get a job and have • Teaches a disciplined approach to the study of design that
a career are taught by top-notch professionals who earn a encourages students to develop their own styles that blend their
living doing what they teach. talents, technical skills and creative aspirations with professional
We are apparel people teaching apparel people knowledge;
• Enlists a dedicated and very able faculty of career designers,
business leaders and entrepreneurs who are professionals and
whose success as educators comes from their ability to teach
students through the wisdom and skill they have amassed
through years of experience and study;
• Provides a creative environment that is at once supportive
-- PFI is a private career school owned and operated by and challenging and underpinned by excellent personalized
Portland Fashion Institute, LLC. teaching and support services that address the needs of
-- It is licensed by the Oregon Higher Education Coordinating students of diverse ages and backgrounds;
Commission, 3255 25th Street SE, Salem, OR 97302 • Promotes new business and job creation and the profitable
— It is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Continuing retention of workers, which in turn strengthens the local
Education & Training, 1722 N St NW, Washington DC, 20036. economy and the overall health of the domestic apparel
industry.
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WHAT WE OFFER
Three certificate programs: Apparel Designer, Apparel
Technical Developer and Apparel Entrepreneur. All three are
designed by an advisory board from four major Portland apparel
companies.
Annual Fashion Events: Graduates show collections at annual
industry events that attract buyers, press and managers from top
area apparel companies.
Participants walk through all
steps of apparel production
and marketing, including
fashion styling and photo
shoots. PFI hosts career and
portfolio shows.
Real World Projects: PFI
collaborates with industry,
companies and community
leaders on projects,
competitions and exhibits.
Internships: PFI works with
area apparel companies,
designers and talent acquisition agencies to place seniors and Fade to Light/Portland Fashion Institute finale. Photo by Tom Boehme. MUAH by Beau Monde.
graduates in paid internships and entry-level jobs.
Top Notch Facilities: PFI students use industry standard
equipment for industrial sewing, pattern drafting, computer
patternmaking in both 2D and 3D.
Versatility: While lecture and computer classes are online, more
than two-thirds of the classes are hands-on and in person.
Professional Faculty: All of PFI’s instructors are professionals
working in the fashion industry.
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APPAREL DESIGNER Portfolio by Laura Guinazu, PFI student now working at Perry Ellis International Portland Fashion Institute (c)08/2021 13
CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENTS
CAREER PATH AD101 Beginning Sewing
APPAREL DESIGNER
THIRD TERM
Apparel Designer FIRST TERM
An apparel designer must have a visually arresting sketchbook and portfolio AD331 Pattern 4 (Knits & Stretch)
AD103 Apparel Construction ATD361* Flats & Technical Packages
showing strength in trend research and ability to apply that inspiration into designs
AD114* Color Theory AD315 Lingerie
that reflect the company’s brand and sell product.
AD117* Fashion Illustration AD317 Couture Techniques
AD128* History of Fashion AD333 Fit & Pattern Alteration
AD129* Inside the Fashion Industry AD335* Graphic Design
VP of Design VP of Design AD169* Textiles
FOURTH TERM
AD221 Patternmaking 1
AD402* Concept & Development
Creative Director
SECOND TERM AD410 Tailoring
AD412 Advanced Pattern & Construction 1
Senior Designer, Senior Designer AD118* Digital Illustration (optional)
AD413 Advanced Pattern & Construction 2
Design Director AD201 Industrial Machine Sewing
ATD421* Computer Patternmaking
Intermediate Sewing (Choose 3):
& ATD422 (Optitex & Browzwear)
Designer Designer AD211 Casual Jackets
AD461* Portfolio
AD212 Womens Shirts
Associate designer AD213 Womens Pants Apparel design electives (Choose 2):
Assistant Designer: Assistant Designer AD214 Dresses AD311 Machine Knitting
AD215 Menswear Shirts AD318 Corset & Bustier
women’s/mens
AD216 Menswear Pants AD319 Petticoats
Design Assistant: Lab, Design Assistant AD217 Knits AD411 Textile Design
sourcing, materials, visual AD313 Activewear AD414 Outerwear
AD231 Pattern 2 (Manipulation) AD415 Leatherworking
Large company Small company AD321 Pattern 3 (Design) AD417 Couture Dress
AD261A* Adobe Prep AD418 Costume Design & Construction
AD261* Adobe Illustrator AD419 Swimwear
Costume Design AD420 Innovative Design
AD242 Draping
AD421 Underwear Pattern & Construction
* = online class AD423* Sustainable Design
Go to www.pfi.edu to read PFI & Apparel business classes (36 clock hrs)
Costume Shop Director Coronavirus to see the COVID-19 rules
(See Apparel Entrepreneur list, p31)
for in-person classes.
AD490 Internship
Costume Designer
APPAREL DESIGNER
CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENTS
First Hand ELEMENT CLOCK HOURS
CORE CLASSES 834
AD ELECTIVES 72
Assistant Designer
BUSINESS ELECTIVES 36
TOTAL 942
Production assistant LECTURE HRS 332 Typical program length: 2 yrs
LAB HRS 520 Maximum program length:3.5 yrs
CREDIT HR EQUIVALENT 62.2
Here are typical career ladders for Apparel Designers.
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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS APPAREL DESIGNER
CORE CLASSES light. Add fabric textures and learn
direction and drape. Create designs on Develop a pattern for ready to wear
women’s shirts. Proper fit and AD231 -- PATTERNMAKING 2
AD101 -- BEGINNING SEWING the figure and learn layout, background Flat pattern techniques in accordance
Introduction to basic skills in sewing, use and composition. Create a display board. construction techniques for women’s
shirts. with garment trade practices. Emphasis
of a sewing machine and apparel tools Strengthen your creative vision and on the manipulation of slopers to create
as applied to basic garments. complete a portfolio-worthy sketchbook. AD213 -- INTERMEDIATE SEWING: designs from bodice, sleeve, skirt and
Improve research skills. Display your WOMENSWEAR PANTS pant slopers.
AD103 -- APPAREL CONSTRUCTION inspiration properly. Show how you go Research and design considerations for
Introduction to apparel industry sewing through the creative process and design a woman’s pants/jeans. Develop a AD242 -- DRAPING
principles and techniques. Fundamental a story from your initial inspiration. pattern for ready to wear women’s pants/ Students drape fabric directly on a dress
skills as applied to the construction of a jeans. Proper fit and construction form as a three-dimensional means of
basic garment using standard sewing AD118 -- DIGITAL ILLUSTRATION pattern development for women’s
Learn to use the latest tools of the techniques for women’s pants/jeans.
equipment. apparel. Students learn about
fashion illustration trade. Use a tablet AD214 -- INTERMEDIATE SEWING: preparation, blocking and grainline while
AD128 -- HISTORY OF FASHION and computer program to sketch DRESSES creating skirts and dresses.
Overview of the apparel industry, digitally. Create a images suitable for Research and design considerations for Then learn to drape asymmetrical
examining fashion’s past, present and projecting in a meeting, sharing online dresses. Develop a pattern for ready to designs, bias and cowl necklines and knit
glimpse fashion’s future. Students find and creating an online portfolio. wear women’s dresses. Proper fit and fabric. Students create their own designs.
where designers get ideas and how do construction techniques for women’s
they make these ideas a reality. AD169 -- TEXTILES AD261A - ADOBE PREP
An introduction to textiles that provides a dresses.
Students research designers from each Learn the tools, the workspace and how
era, keep a journal and find new online broad view of the types, development, AD215 -- INTERMEDIATE SEWING: to use the mouse. Use practice files and
and in print resources. production and use of fabrics and the MENSWEAR SHIRTS templates. Get ready for Illustrator.
impact they have on design and Research and design considerations for
AD129 -- INSIDE FASHION INDUSTRY construction. The characteristics of a traditional shirt for menswear. Develop
different fibers, yarns, fabrics, and AD261 -- ADOBE ILLUSTRATOR
Students get a complete overview of the a pattern for a tailored man’s shirt.
finishes are investigated. An overview of tools and techniques
apparel design and manufacturing Proper fit and construction techniques used by fashion designers in Adobe
industry as a whole. Learn the various for a tailored man’s shirt.
AD201 -- INDUSTRIAL MACHINE SEWING Illustrator.
aspects of apparel product development,
Overview of commercial sewing AD216 -- INTERMEDIATE SEWING:
from design inspiration to making the AD313 -- ACTIVEWEAR
machines. Students learn to make MENSWEAR PANTS
sale. Learn about price points and Students apply technical knowledge to the
apparel on the latest machines used by Research and design considerations for
market sectors. development of original activewear
the industry. Students learn how to a man’s tailored pant/trousers. Develop
thread the machines, understand and coordinate designs using knits and specialty
AD114 -- COLOR THEORY a pattern for a man’s tailored pant/
use sewing terminology, troubleshoot fabrics. This course includes research,
Discover color and its implications for trousers. Proper fit and construction
problems and how to handle various design, pattern and prototype development
designers and artists. Study ideas of techniques for a man’s tailored pant/
types of fabric suited for each machine. to achieve a perfected final sample.
space and the use of color to solve trousers. Garments include top (such as sports bra),
spatial problems. Study color harmony
AD211 -- INTERMEDIATE SEWING: AD217 -- INTERMEDIATE SEWING: KNITS bottoms (such as leggings), jacket.
and the way colors interact, as well as
CASUAL JACKETS Research and design considerations for
color qualities and combinations. AD315 -- LINGERIE
Research and design considerations for women’s or men’s knitwear. Develop a
an unlined jacket for womenswear. Students apply technical knowledge to
AD117 -- FASHION ILLUSTRATION pattern for a 2-way stretch garments with
Develop a pattern for ready to wear create lingerie using stretch, lace, silk,
Students learn the proportions and various stretch ratios. Proper fit and
jackets. Proper fit and construction bias and specialty materials. Perfect fit.
techniques for sketching the nine-head construction techniques for knitwear.
techniques for unlined jackets. samples. Garments include camisole,
figure.
AD221 -- PATTERNMAKING 1 tap pants, teddy, slip, panties, bras.
Learn to use the latest tools of the
AD212 -- INTERMEDIATE SEWING: Draft slopers made to measurements. VIEW the schedule, prerequisites and
fashion illustration trade. Use markers
WOMENSWEAR SHIRTS Start with a torso sloper that usable for course fees by contacting the registrar
and pens. Add skin tones and shading
Research and design considerations for dresses, jackets and coats. Create a at info@pfi.edu
giving the fashion figure definition and
a traditional shirt for womenswear. bodice sloper for blouses and shirts. All classes open to continuing education
Create a sleeve sloper. Create a skirt and avocational registration.
sloper. Finish with a pant sloper.
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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS APPAREL DESIGNER
AD417 -- COUTURE DRESS
AD317 -- COUTURE TECHNIQUES
This course introduces the basics of
AD412 -- ADVANCED PATTERN &
CONSTRUCTION 1
ELECTIVES Students will produce luxury wear from
couture sewing techniques. Students will Create patterns from flats made in fine fabrics using couture techniques.
study cutting, marking, hand sewing, Concept & Development. Fit & alter AD311 -- MACHINE KNITTING
Students are introduced to the process AD418 -- COSTUME DESIGN &
construction and finishing techniques. them on dress forms or people. Finish
of machine knitting, including cast-on CONSTRUCTION
They will produce a simple garment project. with fit approved prototypes.
and off, basic stitches, gauge, and Students work with theater experts to
AD413 -- ADVANCED PATTERN & tension. Students build a foundation of design and create a costume, adapt
AD321 -- PATTERN 3 (DESIGN) CONSTRUCTION 2 apparel construction skills to that of the
Flat pattern techniques in accordance with knit structure and design by creating a
Source your fabrics. Cut and sew on notebook of knit swatches and two theater, present costumes before a
garment trade practices. Emphasis on PFI's industrial machines. Check the fit. panel of theatrical professionals.
creating a pattern for a final woven garments.
Finish with garments ready for shows,
garment ready for production from bodice, portfolios and for sale. AD419 -- SWIMWEAR
sleeve, skirt and pant slopers. AD318 -- CORSET & BUSTIER Students will produce four swimsuits:
ATD421 -- COMPUTER PATTERN Use couture and costume methods for one-piece, two-piece, maillot,
AD331 -- PATTERN 4 (KNITS & STRETCH) creating a traditional fitted garment.
Learn CAD (computer-aided design) to competition.
Flat pattern techniques in accordance with
garment trade practices. Emphasis on create, manipulate and grade patterns.
AD319 -- PETTICOATS AD420 - INNOVATIVE DESIGN
creating a pattern for a final knit garment Use input (scan & digitize) and output
Use couture and costume methods for Students stretch the possibilities of
ready for production from torso sloper and (plotter & cutter) devices. Students
creating innumerable variations of a patterning, draping, shaping, seaming,
from measurements and spec sheets. digitize patterns, modify them, check and
multilayered underskirt. handling and manipulating fabrics to
correct notches, armholes, necklines
AD333 -- FIT & PATTERN ALTERATION create innovative, wearable silhouettes
and seamlines, create variations and
Students demonstrate deeper AD411 -- TEXTILE DESIGN and details.
seam allowances. Students use Optitex
understanding of how fit relates to the 15 -- the same software used by Nike Students learn monoprinting, block
AD421 -- UNDERWEAR PATTERN &
customer and to patternmaking and pattern and many designers -- and an Algotex printing and stamping, shibori fabric
CONSTRUCTION
alteration for various categories of garments digitizer. Go on to learn 3D through ATD dyeing and batik painting as ways for
Students will produce 3 bras: underwire,
from wovens to knits and non-stretch. 422 BrowZwear. designers to create printed fabric.
wireless, shapewear.
Students explore technical aspects of
AD335 -- GRAPHIC DESIGN AD461 -- PORTFOLIO design production. Course also includes AD423 — SUSTAINABLE DESIGN
Introduction to graphic design with an Create a portfolio suitable for applying an exploration of sustainable design, Analyze all aspects of environmental
emphasis on processes including principles of for an apparel industry job or a major biomimicry, color theory and its practical apparel design. See how companies
design, grid systems, typography, and fashion design school. Use it to enter application to surface design through incorporate sustainability in designs
hierarchy, as they apply to apparel design and competitions. Create a cohesive story studio practice, critiques and discussion. through zero waste and considered
the creation of a complete visual message. around projects using a mood board, waste, cyclability, reduce consumption of
AD402 -- CONCEPT & DEVELOPMENT fashion illustrations and photographs of AD414 -- OUTERWEAR energy, water and chemicals and overall
Create a fashion collection. Experience the garments you’ve created. End class with Research, design and apparel consumer consumption.
process from beginning like a pro. Learn a hard copy as well as digital version. development of outerwear. Focus on
how to make mood boards, keep a technical fabrics and handling
AD490 -- INTERNSHIP
sketchbook, and where to look for techniques.
Off-campus supervised internship at an
inspiration. Design for a specific customer. established business related to field of
Choose fabrics, trims and colors. Critique AD415 -- LEATHERWORKING
study for a maximum of 90 hours.
work to define, edit and refine the collection. Class covers all the basic information
and materials students need to work with
AE -- 36 HOURS OF APPAREL BUSINESS
AD410 -- TAILORING leather. Students learn the process of
CLASSES
Students will work with wool, fine fabrics working with leather: pattern making,
and entoilage to create a tailored stamping, cutting, skiving, gluing,
ensemble. Costing, customer relations, stitching, lacing and hardware
design, technical development and installation.
construction techniques are emphasized.
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CAREER PATH CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENTS
Apparel Technical Developer* APPAREL TECHNICAL DEVELOPER
A technical developer must know textiles, trims, patternmaking, construction and fit. AD101 Beginning Sewing AD335* Graphic Design
To get a job, a Tech Dev must know beginning and advanced Adobe skills and Excel AD336* Computer Print Design
to create concept boards, flats, spec and tech packages, and a bill of materials. FIRST TERM
Project management, factory communication and problem solving skills are a plus. THIRD TERM
AD103 Apparel Construction
AD114* Color Theory AD331 Pattern 4 (Knits & Stretch)
AD117* Fashion Illustration AD333 Fit & Pattern Alteration
AD128* History of Fashion AE342* Supply Chain Management
AD129* Inside the Fashion Industry ATD361* Flats & Technical Packages
VP Technical VP Technical ATD381* Materials Development
AD169* Textiles
Development Design AD221 Patternmaking 1 ATD391* Overseas Production
AD402* Concept & Development
SECOND TERM
FOURTH TERM
Technical AD201 Industrial Machine Sewing
Development Director AD217 Knits
Senior Technical ATD480* Product Development
AD313 Activewear
Designer AD411 Textile Design
AD242 Draping
AD412 Advanced Pattern & Construction 1
Technical Developer AD231 Pattern 2 (Manipulation)
ATD414 Grading & Marking
AD321 Pattern 3 (Design)
Associate Technical ATD421* Computer Patternmaking
Technical Design II AD261A* Adobe Prep
& ATD422 (Optitex & Browzwear)
Developer, Fit Engineer, AD261* Adobe Illustrator
AD423* Sustainable Design
Patternmaker AD461* Portfolio
Apparel business classes (18 clock hrs)
Assistant Technical Developer Technical Design 1,
(See Apparel Entrepreneur list, p31)
Patternmaker AD118* Digital Illustration(optional)
AD490 Internship
Large company Small company
APPAREL TECHNICAL DEVELOPER
CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENTS
ELEMENT CLOCK HOURS
CORE CLASSES 798
INTERNSHIP 90
TOTAL 888
LECTURE HRS 314
Here are typical career ladders for Technical Developers. LAB HRS 484
* Technical Developer or Technical Designer may be CREDIT HR EQUIVALENT 58.6
synonymous with Product Developer
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AD129 -- INSIDE FASHION INDUSTRY
AD101 -- BEGINNING SEWING AD217 -- INTERMEDIATE SEWING: KNITS AD333 -- FIT & PATTERN ALTERATION
Students get a solid picture of the
Introduction to basic skills in sewing, use Research and design considerations for Students demonstrate deeper
apparel design and manufacturing
of a sewing machine and apparel tools women’s or men’s knitwear. Develop a understanding of how fit relates to the
industry as a whole. Learn the various
as applied to basic garments. pattern for a 2-way stretch garments with customer and to patternmaking and pattern
aspects of apparel product development,
various stretch ratios. Proper fit and alteration for various categories of
from design inspiration to making the
AD103 -- APPAREL CONSTRUCTION construction techniques for knitwear. garments from wovens to knits and non-
sale. Learn about price points and
Introduction to apparel industry sewing stretch.
market sectors.
principles and techniques. Fundamental AD313 -- ACTIVEWEAR
AD335 -- GRAPHIC DESIGN
skills as applied to the construction of a AD169 -- TEXTILES Students apply technical knowledge to
Introduction to graphic design with an
basic garment using standard sewing An introduction to textiles that provides a the development of original activewear
emphasis on the rapidly-evolving role of
equipment. broad view of the types, development, coordinate designs using knits and
the profession. Graphic design processes
production and use of fabrics and the specialty fabrics. This course includes
are examined, including principles of
AD114 -- COLOR THEORY impact they have on design and research, design, pattern and prototype
design, grid systems, typography, and
Discover color and its implications for construction. The characteristics of development to achieve a perfected final
hierarchy, as they apply to apparel design
designers and artists. Study ideas of different fibers, yarns, fabrics, and sample. Garments include top (such as
and the creation of a complete visual
space and the use of color to solve finishes are investigated. sports bra), bottoms (such as leggings),
message.
spatial problems. Look at color harmony jacket.
AD201 -- INDUSTRIAL MACHINE SEWING
and the way colors interact, as well as AD336 -- COMPUTER PRINT DESIGN
Overview of commercial sewing AD242 -- DRAPING
color qualities and combinations. Application and principles of computer
machines. Students learn make apparel Students drape fabric directly on a dress
on the latest machines used by the graphics as a creative technological
AD117 -- FASHION ILLUSTRATION form as a three-dimensional means of
industry. Students learn how to thread medium. Practical tutorials in the use of
Students learn the proportions and pattern development for women’s
the machines, understand and use Adobe Illustrator CC and Adobe Photoshop
techniques for sketching the nine-head apparel. Students learn about
sewing terminology, troubleshoot CC in the creation of graphics for fashion
figure. preparation, blocking and grainline while
problems and how to handle various design. Tapping into the computer as a
Learn to use the latest tools of the creating skirts and dresses.
types of fabric suited for each machine. powerful medium for designing prints,
fashion illustration trade. Use markers Then learn to drape asymmetrical
graphics and logos on fabric.
and pens. Add skin tones and shading AD221 -- PATTERNMAKING 1 designs, bias and cowl necklines and knit
giving the fashion figure definition and Draft slopers made to measurements. fabric. Students create their own designs.
AD402 -- CONCEPT & DEVELOPMENT
light. Add fabric textures and learn Start with a torso sloper that usable for Create a fashion collection. Experience
direction and drape. Create designs on dresses, jackets and coats. Create a AD261A - ADOBE PREP
the process from beginning like a pro.
the figure and learn layout, background bodice sloper for blouses and shirts. Learn the tools, the workspace and how
Learn how to make mood boards, keep a
and composition. Create a display board. Create a sleeve sloper. Create a skirt to use the mouse. Use practice files and
sketchbook, and where to look for
Strengthen your creative vision and sloper. Finish with a pant sloper. templates. Get ready for Illustrator.
inspiration. Design for a specific customer.
complete a portfolio-worthy sketchbook. Choose fabrics, trims and colors. Critique
Improve research skills. Display your AD231 -- PATTERNMAKING 2 AD261 -- ADOBE ILLUSTRATOR
Flat pattern techniques in accordance work to define, edit and refine the
inspiration properly. Show how you go An overview of tools and techniques
with garment trade practices. Emphasis collection.
through the creative process ad design a used by fashion designers in Adobe
story from your initial inspiration. on the manipulation of slopers to create Illustrator.
designs from bodice, sleeve, skirt and AD412 -- ADVANCED PATTERN &
pant slopers. CONSTRUCTION
AD128 -- HISTORY OF FASHION AD331 -- PATTERN 4 (KNITS &
Final development phase of the collection
Overview of the apparel industry, STRETCH)
AD321 -- PATTERN 3 (DESIGN) with an emphasis on finished construction
examining fashion’s past, present and Flat pattern techniques in accordance
Flat pattern techniques in accordance and professional presentation.
glimpse fashion’s future. Students find with garment trade practices. Emphasis
where designers get ideas and how do with garment trade practices. Emphasis on creating a pattern for a final knit
on creating a pattern for a final woven VIEW the schedule, prerequisites and
they make these ideas a reality. garment ready for production from torso
garment ready for production from sloper and from measurements and course fees by contacting the registrar
Students research designers from each
bodice, sleeve, skirt and pant slopers. spec sheets. at info@pfi.edu
era, keep a journal and find new online
and in print resources. All classes open to continuing education
and avocational registration.
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AD490 -- INTERNSHIP
AD411 -- TEXTILE DESIGN ATD414 -- GRADING & MARKING
Off-campus supervised internship at an
Students learn monoprinting, block Use slopers to learn the basic principles
established business relating to field of
printing and stamping, shibori fabric of changing pattern sizes: How to
study. May enroll in up to three different
dyeing and batik painting as ways for increase and decrease sizes and how to
internship classes for a total of 9 credit
designers to create printed fabric. use vanity sizing. Apply these principles
hours or enroll in a single internship for
Students explore technical aspects of to pants, skirts, sleeves and bodices.
3, 6, or 9 credits. A minimum of 90 hours
design production. Course also includes Grade these to different sizes. Create
is required for each 3 credits awarded.
an exploration of color theory and its grade rules for cardinal points. Apply to
practical application to surface design knits and wovens. Learn how to set up a
ATD361 -- FLATS & TECHNICAL
through studio practice, critiques and marker a layout of all pattern pieces
PACKAGES
discussion. ready for cutting for best use of fabric.
Continue developing skills in Adobe
AD423 — SUSTAINABLE DESIGN Illustrator by creating industry-standard
ATD421 -- COMPUTER PATTERN
Analyze all aspects of environmental technical flats, technical packs, specs
Learn CAD (computer-aided design) to
apparel design. See how companies and CAD drawings.
create, manipulate and grade patterns.
incorporate sustainability in designs ATD381 -- MATERIALS Use input (scan & digitize) and output
through zero waste and considered DEVELOPMENT (plotter & cutter) devices. Students
waste, cyclability, reduce consumption of New product development is critical to digitize patterns, modify them, check and
energy, water and chemicals and overall success in textiles and apparel. This correct notches, armholes, necklines
consumer consumption. course provides the technical and seamlines, create variations and
information required to understand how seam allowances. Students use Optitex
AD461 -- PORTFOLIO
fiber-based products are manufactured, 15 -- the same software used by Nike
Create a portfolio suitable for applying
with a practical view of how to combine and many designers -- and an Algotex
for an apparel industry job or a major
new elements such as polymers, dyes, digitizer. Go on to learn 3D through ATD
fashion design school such as in New
ceramics and nanotechnology with fibers 422 BrowZwear.
York or London. Use it to enter
competitions. Select a project. Create a to create new products.
ATD480 -- PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT
cohesive story around that project using
ATD391 -- OVERSEAS PRODUCTION Simulation within a group setting of
a mood board, fashion illustrations and
Students learn how to manage projects product development processes from
photographs of garments you’ve
and production through overseas concept to consumer. Students work in
created. End the class with a hard copy
facilities. They learn how to teams to research, design, and develop
as well as digital version.
communicate with factories and solve a line of clothing to “sell” to a local buyer.
AE342-SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT production issues. They set and stick to
Learn how the real world works: How a calendar in order to get a product to AD118 -- DIGITAL ILLUSTRATION
modern global supply chains and market faster and reduce delivery costs. Learn to use the latest tools of the
logistics networks operate. How to make They learn how to reduce component fashion illustration trade. Use a tablet
changes that work for you. How to steer costs while keeping research and and computer program to sketch
clear of import/export regulations. How development, design and short-run digitally. Create a images suitable for
to manage legal, ethical, economic and manufacturing in the United States of projecting in a meeting, sharing online
social implications in your sourcing America. They learn how go into a and creating an online portfolio.
decisions and get your product into your partnership with an overseas
hands on time. manufacturer without losing control of VIEW the schedule, prerequisites and
the product. 18 HOURS OF APPAREL BUSINESS course fees by contacting the registrar
CLASSES
at info@pfi.edu
All classes open to continuing education
and avocational registration.
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Portland Fashion Institute (c)08/2021 27Innovative Designs by Dieter Vlasich. Models: Maggie, Devon, Caitlin.. Photographer: Tom Boehme APPAREL ENTREPRENEUR
CAREER PATH CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENTS
Apparel Entrepreneur APPAREL ENTREPRENEUR
A successful entrepreneur knows that creating the product is 10 percent of the work, AD101 Beginning Sewing
AE204* Selling Wholesale
selling it is 90 percent of the work. Entrepreneurs can be manufacturers producing a line AE301* Future of Fashion
and selling it to others, a store owner producing a line and selling it in the owner’s store FIRST TERM
AE303* PR Techniques
or a store owner selling clothes from independent designers. All need to know how a AD103 Apparel Construction AE304* Social Media Marketing
well made garment is designed and produced - as well as how to market it. AD114* Color Theory AE205* Strategic Marketing Planning
AD117* Fashion Illustration AE401* Branding
Merchandiser Manufacturer AD128* History of Fashion AD231 Pattern 2 (Manipulation)
AD129* Inside the Fashion Industry AD321 Pattern 3 (Design)
AD169* Textiles
THIRD TERM
AD221 Patternmaking 1
Merchandise ATD361* Flats & Technical Packages
Product Line Manager
Director SECOND TERM AD331 Pattern 4 (Knits & Stretch)
AD333 Fit & Pattern Alteration
AD201 Industrial Machine Sewing
Merchandise AD335* Graphic Design
AD242 Draping
Production Planner/ AD336* Computer Print Design
Manager AD261A* Adobe Prep
AE374 E-Commerce Marketing
Supervisor AD261* Adobe Illustrator
AE306* Fashion Analytics
AE101* How to Start an Apparel Business
Merchandiser AE342* Supply Chain Management
AE102* Excel for Apparel
Production Assistant/ AE103* Costing & Pricing FOURTH TERM
Associate Merchandiser AE104* Accounting Basics
Coordinator/Patternmaker AD402* Concept & Development
AE105* Sourcing
ATD421* Computer Patternmaking
Assistant Merchandiser Production/Sample sewer AE106* Working with Production
& ATD422 (Optitex & Browzwear)
Cutter AE201* Contracting for Apparel AD423* Sustainable Design
AE202* Intellectual Property AE405* Retail Strategies
AE203* E-Commerce Concepts AE402* Apparel Business Plan
Fashion Buyer Store Planner
AE213* Visual Merchandising
AE403* Fashion Buying & Merchandising
Director of Store AD461* Portfolio
General Merchandise
AD490 Internship
Director, Shop Owner Planning, Store Owner
Senior Store Planner
APPAREL ENTREPRENEUR
Divisional Merchandise
CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENTS
Manager
ELEMENT CLOCK HOURS
Store Planner CORE CLASSES 783
Buyer, Keyholder,
Retailer INTERNSHIP 90
Associate Store Planner
Associate Buyer TOTAL 873
LECTURE HRS 353
Assistant Buyer Merchandise Analyst, Assistant LAB HRS 430
Store Planner CREDIT HR EQUIVALENT 59.8
Here are typical career ladders for Apparel Entrepreneurs.
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30 (c)08/2021 Portland Fashion InstituteCOURSE DESCRIPTIONS APPAREL ENTREPRENEUR
AD242 -- DRAPING AD402 -- CONCEPT & DEVELOPMENT
AD101 -- BEGINNING SEWING AD129 -- INSIDE FASHION INDUSTRY
Students drape fabric directly on a dress Create a fashion collection. Experience
Introduction to basic skills in sewing, use Students get a solid picture of the
form as a three-dimensional means of the process from beginning like a pro.
of a sewing machine and apparel tools apparel design and manufacturing
pattern development for women’s Learn how to make mood boards, keep
as applied to basic garments. industry as a whole. Learn the various
apparel. Students learn about a sketchbook, and where to look for
aspects of apparel product development,
AD103 -- APPAREL CONSTRUCTION preparation, blocking and grainline while inspiration. Design for a specific
from design inspiration to making the
Introduction to apparel industry sewing creating skirts and dresses. customer. Choose fabrics, trims and
sale. Learn about price points and
principles and techniques. Fundamental Then learn to drape asymmetrical colors. Critique work to define, edit and
market sectors.
skills as applied to the construction of a designs, bias and cowl necklines and knit refine the collection.
basic garment using standard sewing AD169 -- TEXTILES fabric. Students create their own designs. AD423 — SUSTAINABLE DESIGN
equipment. An introduction to textiles that provides a
AD261A - ADOBE PREP Analyze all aspects of environmental
broad view of the types, development,
AD114 -- COLOR THEORY Learn the tools, the workspace and how apparel design. See how companies
production and use of fabrics and the
Discover color and its implications for to use the mouse. Use practice files and incorporate sustainability in designs
impact they have on design and
designers and artists. Study ideas of templates. Get ready for Illustrator. through zero waste and considered
construction. The characteristics of
space and the use of color to solve waste, cyclability, reduce consumption of
different fibers, yarns, fabrics, and
spatial problems. Look at color harmony AD261 -- ADOBE ILLUSTRATOR energy, water and chemicals and overall
finishes are investigated.
and the way colors interact, as well as An overview of tools and techniques used consumer consumption.
color qualities and combinations. AD201 -- INDUSTRIAL MACHINE SEWING by fashion designers in Adobe Illustrator.
AD461 -- PORTFOLIO
Overview of commercial sewing
AD117 -- FASHION ILLUSTRATION AD331 -- PATTERN 4 (KNITS & STRETCH) Create a portfolio suitable for applying
machines. Students learn make apparel
Students learn the proportions and Flat pattern techniques in accordance with for an apparel industry job or a major
on the latest machines used by the
techniques for sketching the nine-head garment trade practices. Emphasis on fashion design school. Use it to enter
industry. Students learn how to thread
figure. creating a pattern for a final knit garment competitions. Select a project. Create a
the machines, understand and use
Learn to use the latest tools of the ready for production from torso sloper and cohesive story around that project using
sewing terminology, troubleshoot
fashion illustration trade. Use markers from measurements and spec sheets. a mood board, fashion illustrations and
problems and how to handle various
and pens. Add skin tones and shading photographs of garments you’ve
types of fabric suited for each machine. AD333 -- FIT & PATTERN ALTERATION
giving the fashion figure definition and created. End the class with a hard copy
Students demonstrate deeper as well as digital version.
light. Add fabric textures and learn AD221 -- PATTERNMAKING 1
understanding of how fit relates to the
direction and drape. Create designs on Draft slopers made to measurements.
customer and to patternmaking and pattern AD490 -- INTERNSHIP
the figure and learn layout, background Start with a torso sloper that usable for
alteration for various categories of garments Off-campus supervised internship at an
and composition. Create a display board. dresses, jackets and coats. Create a
from wovens to knits and non-stretch. established business relating to field of
Strengthen your creative vision and bodice sloper for blouses and shirts.
study. May enroll in up to three different
complete a portfolio-worthy sketchbook. Create a sleeve sloper. Create a skirt AD335 -- GRAPHIC DESIGN internship classes for a total of 9 credit
Improve research skills. Display your sloper. Finish with a pant sloper. Introduction to graphic design with an hours or enroll in a single internship for
inspiration properly. Show how you go emphasis on the rapidly-evolving role of
AD231 -- PATTERNMAKING 2 3, 6, or 9 credits. A minimum of 90 hours
through the creative process ad design a the profession. Graphic design
Flat pattern techniques in accordance is required for each 3 credits awarded.
story from your initial inspiration. processes are examined, including
with garment trade practices. Emphasis
principles of design, grid systems, AE101 -- HOW TO START AN
AD128 -- HISTORY OF FASHION on the manipulation of slopers to create
typography, and hierarchy, as they apply APPAREL BUSINESS
Overview of the apparel industry, designs from bodice, sleeve, skirt and
to apparel design and the creation of a Learn the basics of setting up an apparel
examining fashion’s past, present and pant slopers.
complete visual message. business: How to protect a name, set up
glimpse fashion’s future. Students find infrastructure, deal with the city, state
where designers get ideas and how do AD321 -- PATTERN 3 (DESIGN) AD336 -- COMPUTER PRINT DESIGN
Flat pattern techniques in accordance and taxes, do business with other
they make these ideas a reality. Application and principles of computer
with garment trade practices. Emphasis apparel businesses, find out about EIN,
Students research designers from each graphics as a creative technological
on creating a pattern for a final woven RN other acronyms, rules and
era, keep a journal and find new online medium. Practical tutorials in the use of
garment ready for production from regulations.
and in print resources. Illustrator CS5 and Photoshop CS5 in
. bodice, sleeve, skirt and pant slopers. the creation of graphics for fashion
design. Tapping into the computer as a
powerful medium for designing prints,
graphics and logos on fabric.
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product, pricing, promotion and with overall design concepts, fixtures
AE102 -- EXCEL FOR APPAREL AE201 -- CONTRACTING FOR and graphic/signage components.
distribution strategies that are effectively
You must know Microsoft Excel to APPAREL Students develop problem-solving and
integrated and compelling in the
manage your costs, track your business Students will understand the basic project-management skills by designing
marketplace. The class concludes with
and to create a spec sheet and have elements of a contract and a storewide promotion for an upscale
a basic marketing budget to help to
your garments patterned and sewn in a understand what they are reading retail environment. They design a logo,
assure the financial viability of the brand.
size run. before signing a contract with a advertising, signage, and other graphics
manufacturer, sales rep or buyer. AE301 -- FUTURE OF FASHION using digital and traditional design and
AE103 -- COSTING & PRICING Students will prepare contracts to Students learn how fashion trends are production techniques.
Discover the wholesale costs of labor use when acquiring services for an spotted and forecasted months and
and materials from fabric and notions to apparel business. years ahead. Students learn about the AE306 - FASHION ANALYTICS
tools and equipment. Get the basics of
many tools used to spot trends before Data mining. Prediction analysis.
everything needed in order to set up a
AE202 -- INTELLECTUAL they hit the runways and store shelves. Demand forecasting. Big Data. Explore
comprehensive cost sheet that will
PROPERTY They identify sources of research, all this and more. Learn the secrets to
account for all apparel expenses. Learn
Learn how to protect what you know analyze past trends and apply the success as you discover how to sell your
a costing strategy in order to plan and
and what you've created. Discover findings to predict future trends in fibers, fashion in today's online market.
determine affordability before start
the difference between patent, fabric, color and silhouettes.
designing a line or purchasing fabric. AE401 -- BRANDING
trademark and copyright. Walk
That will helps determine how much to AE303 -- PR TECHNIQUES Students start off by discovering the
through the process and cost for
charge for products and services. Get the LINE on how to get coverage reason why their company should exist
getting each. Find out what happens
if you just put a “patent pending” or © from bloggers, and the news media through first, the “why”, then the “how”,
AE104 -- ACCOUNTING BASICS or TM on an item without going while learning the four basic tips for then the “what.” Students explore how to
In this class, students learn basic through the process and cost. visibility. By the end of the class, develop and deliver the unique
accounting terms such as revenues, students learn who (and how) to contact experience of a brand to build lasting
expenses, assets, liabilities, income in the media. You’ll know how to look at and profitable relationships with current
AE203 -- E-COMMERCE
statement and balance sheets. Get the stories from the press’ point of view, how and potential customers.
CONCEPTS
basics of QuickBooks: How to set up a to recognize a news peg and put it first
Get the basics of successfully AE402 -- APPAREL BUSINESS PLAN
business with a chart of accounts, make in your e-mail to your contacts.
selling online. Learn the concepts This hands-on class walks students
deposits and payments, create reports
behind creating a successful online AE304 -- SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING through writing a business plan for an
and do profit and loss statements.
and direct-to-consumer (DTC) The Internet and social media have apparel company. Each week, students
business. Explore how to buy and leveled the playing field for many small complete different sections.
AE105 -- SOURCING sell goods or services using the
Students learn where to get fabric and businesses. This class explores how a
Internet and AI data to execute AE403 -- FASHION BUYING &
labor. They will research where to buy small business can implement social
these transactions with success. . MERCHANDISING
locally, regionally and nationally plus the media to increase exposure by building
This course provides an overview of
process and the pros and cons of going content, engaging potential customers
AE204 -- SELLING WHOLESALE fashion apparel retailing. Students will
overseas. They will discuss duty, quota, and building a brand. Students will
Learn how to approach stores and examine forecasting and purchasing
agents and agency fees, customs, understand the new rules of marketing
enter a wholesale relationship. If techniques and buying methods. They
NAFTA/CAFTA/WTO and how to and various advertising techniques to
you’ve never sold to a store before, will produce an optimal buying or
prepare for and attend textile markets. promote a business.
this class will help you make your merchandising plan.
first impression a good impression. AE305 -- E-COMMERCE MARKETING
AE106 -- WORKING WITH AE405 - RETAIL STRATEGIES
If you’ve been trying to sell without Create tools for selling a clothing line to In this capstone course, students analyze the
PRODUCTION success, you will learn tips for stores and online. Start with flats. Use current business practices of prominent
Students learn the process, language and turning it around. End the class with Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop and InDesign retailers with special attention to the
expectations of production in order to a game plan. and create line art. Learn about style organizations’ strengths and weaknesses, the
create an effective business relationship numbers, photo shoots and paper challenges it faces in today’s global economic
with a key partner to apparel success. AE205 -- STRATEGIC MARKETING choices. End with a pdf ready to go to climate, and the impact of current trends in
Students discover and define a print and to create a digital look book. consumer purchasing behaviors on its
competitive position. This defines financial health.
AE213 -- VISUAL MERCHANDISING
Overview of how a retail shop
coordinates merchandise presentations Portland Fashion Institute (c)08/2021 35
34 (c)08/2021 Portland Fashion InstituteCOURSE DESCRIPTIONS PFI:
WHO WE ARE
APPAREL ENTREPRENEUR - Sharon Blair, director
- Candice Freedman, registrar
AE342-SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT
ATD421 -- COMPUTER PATTERN - Adrianna McKinley, media developer
Learn how the real world works: How - Henry Strasen, store manager, PFI Supply
modern global supply chains and Learn CAD (computer-aided design) to
logistics networks operate. How to make create, manipulate and grade patterns. - Kyle Woods, store ambassador, PFI Supply
changes that work for you. How to steer Use input (scan & digitize) and output
clear of import/export regulations. How (plotter & cutter) devices. Students
to manage legal, ethical, economic and digitize patterns, modify them, check
social implications in your sourcing and correct notches, armholes, Advisory Board:
decisions and get your product into your necklines and seamlines, create - Adidas, Marjorie Skinner, senior content editor, global trends
hands on time. variations and seam allowances.
Students use Optitex 15 -- the same - Columbia Sportswear, Becca Johnson, division lead designer
software used by Nike and many - Nike, Julie McConnachie, director global technical development, WHQ
ATD361 -- FLATS & TECHNICAL
designers -- and an Algotex digitizer. - VF Corp / The North Face, Adam Andreas, senior technical developer
PACKAGES
Go on to learn 3D through ATD 422
Continue developing skills in Adobe
BrowZwear.
Illustrator by creating industry-standard
technical flats, technical packs, specs Contract Instructors:
and CAD drawings.
Visit www.pfi.edu/our-instructors for biographies and details on classes taught.
- Annin Barrett, textile artist, educator and researcher, Textile Hive
- Anne Stone, contract patternmaker
VIEW the schedule, prerequisites and - Austin Lingelbach, strategic sourcing, Nike
course fees by contacting the registrar - Britta Hellquist, couturier and tailor, Tomato & Berry Tailoring
at info@pfi.edu
- Dana Ditto, demand forecast manager, Blount International.
All classes open to continuing education
and avocational registration. - Jason Calderon, owner, West Daily & sr. product developer Exit 21
- Jena Nesbitt, product strategy director, PCF
- Jennifer Bologna, materials development manager, Nike.
- Joshua Buck, patternmaker, Nike
A typical Apparel Designer or Apparel Technical Developer class is one- - Katie Parsons, technical design manager, Nike
third lecture and two-thirds hands on laboratory. A typical Apparel - Karen Spencer, entrepreneur educator, Searchfunder
Entrepreneur class is one-third writing laboratory and two-thirds lecture. - Kel Jackson, designer, Royal College of London.
PFI uses Carnegie Clock-to-Credit Hour Conversions to convert clock - Kim Bedwell, sr. vice president, FLM Harvest
hours to credit hours. The conversion for quarter terms follows: - Kimmy Schenter, global color manager, Nike.
• Lecture: 10 clock hours to 1 quarter credit - Lisa Silveira, knitwear designer, Wandering Muse
• Lab: 20 clock hours to 1 quarter credit - Liza Rietz, designer and owner, TheOnes.
• Internship: 30 clock hours to 1 quarter credit - Lynn Weglarz, president, Oregon chapter American Sewing Guild
Carnegie calculations may result in fractions of credit hours - Owen Schmidt, contracts attorney
A breakdown of lecture and lab hours with a comparison of clock to - Phillip Padilla, senior designer, Columbia Sportswear-
credit hours is given in each section on pages 13, 23 and 31. - Rebecca Russell, senior strategist, Wieden + Kennedy
Hands on classes are no fewer than 6 students and no more than 12 - Stephanie Thiel, technical developer, adidas & Rad Patterns
students. Student to teacher ratio is typically 8:1. Lecture classes are no - Suzi Gurney, buyer, Mercantile
more than 24 students. Student to teacher ratio is typically 15:1. - Tricia Langman, textile designer & owner, Spoogi
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Portland Fashion Institute (c)08/2021 37PFI INFORMATION
LIBRARY & RESOURCES
OUR LOCATION
Library
Portland Fashion Institute offers students a prime spot in the PFI Library has a well-curated collection of books, periodicals
heart of the Hollywood District of Portland, Oregon. and media for every aspect of fashion design and the apparel
Apartments and extended stay hotels are within easy walking business. A current student id and login is all that is needed to
distance of PFI, along with grocery stores, restaurants, library, use the library materials on site at PFI.
health services and entertainment.
Portland is widely known as a center for creativity and the Equipment
makers movement. According a recent study from Portland With their equipment fee, qualified students have access to
State University, more independent designers live and work patternmaking equipment, industrial sewing machines,
here per capita than any other city in the United States. computer hardware and programs, and knitting machines
Whether you are looking to start your own apparel business or during business hours.
line of clothing or work at a large apparel company, PFI will
prepare you for a wide range of opportunities as a fashion
Student Services
designer. While lecture and computer classes are online, more
New students are advised on a program of study upon
than two-thirds of the classes are hands-on and in person. Be
registration. All students are assigned an advisor to assist in
sure to go through orientation at www.pfi.edu/certificate-
re-registration for future terms, class changes, progress
programs or visit the class webpage to see what you need and
evaluation and planning for internships and graduation.
practice for online classes.
Students discuss their academic progress with the registrar at
Students taking courses at PFI will experience a vibrant
least once every term. These and other regular meetings with
community of artists and designers in the school and in the city
advisors evaluate progress and help students to stay on track
whether in person or online. With stimulating faculty and
toward a certificate. Career services helps place students
equipment and the creative environment of the Portland area,
upon graduation.
students can grow and bring their visions to life. Come grow
your creativity in the spirit of Portland, the City of Roses.
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Primary Site of Instruction PFI supports students with special academic needs in every way
2111 NE 43rd Avenue possible. In addition to requesting special services, students
Portland, OR 97213 may request general academic support for anything they wish
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grade improvement, time management or study skills.
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