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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, 255 Capitol St. NE, Salem, OR 97310 • 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
CAREER PATH CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENTS
APPAREL DESIGNER
Apparel Designer FIRST TERM AD331 Pattern 4 (Knits & Stretch)
An apparel designer must have a visually arresting sketchbook and portfolio AD101 Beginning Sewing AD315 Lingerie
showing strength in trend research and ability to apply that inspiration into designs AD103 Apparel Construction AD317 Couture Techniques
that reflect the company’s brand and sell product. AD128* History of Fashion Costume design electives:
AD129* Inside the Fashion Industry AD318 Corset & Bustier
AD114* Color Theory AD319 Petticoats
AD115-117* Fashion Illustration 1, 2, 3 AD333 Fit & Pattern Alteration
VP of Design VP of Design AD335* Graphic Design
AD118* Digital Illustration (optional)
AD169* Textiles FOURTH TERM
Creative Director
SECOND TERM AD410 Tailoring
Senior Designer, Senior Designer AD201 Industrial Machine Sewing AD402* Concept & Development
Design Director Intermediate Sewing (Choose 3): AD412 Advanced Pattern & Construction 1
AD211 Casual Jackets AD413 Advanced Pattern & Construction 2
Designer Designer AD212 Womens Shirts Apparel design electives (Choose 2):
AD213 Womens Pants AD311 Machine Knitting
Associate designer AD214 Dresses AD411 Textile Design
Assistant Designer: Assistant Designer AD215 Menswear Shirts AD414 Outerwear
AD216 Menswear Pants AD415 Leatherworking
women’s/mens
AD217 Knits AD416 Knitwear Design
Design Assistant: Lab, Design Assistant AD221 Patternmaking 1 AD417 Couture Dress
sourcing, materials, visual AD231 Patternmaking 2 AD418 Costume Design & Construction
AD242 Draping AD419 Swimwear
Large company Small company AD261* Adobe Illustrator AD420 Innovative Design
AD421 Underwear Pattern & Construction
THIRD TERM AD422 Weaving
Costume Design AD313 Activewear AD423* Sustainability Tech
AD321 Pattern 3 (Design) Apparel business classes (36 clock hrs)
* = online class (See Apparel Entrepreneur list, p31)
Go to www.pfi.edu to read PFI & AD461* Portfolio
Costume Shop Director Coronavirus to see the COVID-19 rules AD490 Internship
for in-person classes.
Costume Designer APPAREL DESIGNER
CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENTS
First Hand ELEMENT CLOCK HOURS
CORE CLASSES 738
AD ELECTIVES 72
Assistant Designer
BUSINESS ELECTIVES 42
TOTAL 852+internship
Production assistant
LECTURE HRS 284
LAB HRS 568 Typical program length: 2 yrs
CREDIT HR EQUIVALENT 64 Maximum program length:3.5 yrs
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 on the manipulation of slopers to create
as applied to basic garments. AD117 -- FASHION ILLUSTRATION 3
AD213 -- INTERMEDIATE SEWING: designs from bodice, sleeve, skirt and
Strengthen your creative vision and
WOMENSWEAR PANTS pant slopers.
AD103 -- APPAREL CONSTRUCTION complete a portfolio-worthy sketchbook.
Research and design considerations for
Introduction to apparel industry sewing Improve research skills. Display your AD242 -- DRAPING
a woman’s pants/jeans. Develop a
principles and techniques. Fundamental inspiration properly. Show how you go Students drape fabric directly on a dress
pattern for ready to wear women’s pants/
skills as applied to the construction of a through the creative process ad design a form as a three-dimensional means of
jeans. Proper fit and construction
basic garment using standard sewing story from your initial inspiration. pattern development for women’s
techniques for women’s pants/jeans.
equipment. apparel. Students learn about
AD118 -- DIGITAL ILLUSTRATION
AD214 -- INTERMEDIATE SEWING: preparation, blocking and grainline while
AD128 -- HISTORY OF FASHION Learn to use the latest tools of the
DRESSES creating skirts and dresses.
Overview of the apparel industry, fashion illustration trade. Use a tablet
Research and design considerations for Then learn to drape asymmetrical
examining fashion’s past, present and and computer program to sketch
dresses. Develop a pattern for ready to designs, bias and cowl necklines and knit
glimpse fashion’s future. Students find digitally. Create a images suitable for
wear women’s dresses. Proper fit and fabric. Students create their own designs.
where designers get ideas and how do projecting in a meeting, sharing online
construction techniques for women’s
they make these ideas a reality. and creating an online portfolio. AD261 -- ADOBE ILLUSTRATOR
dresses.
Students research designers from each An overview of tools and techniques
AD169 -- TEXTILES
era, keep a journal and find new online AD215 -- INTERMEDIATE SEWING: used by fashion designers in Adobe
An introduction to textiles that provides a
and in print resources. MENSWEAR SHIRTS Illustrator.
broad view of the types, development,
Research and design considerations for
AD129 -- INSIDE FASHION INDUSTRY production and use of fabrics and the AD313 -- ACTIVEWEAR
a traditional shirt for menswear. Develop
Students get a complete overview of the impact they have on design and Students apply technical knowledge to the
a pattern for a tailored man’s shirt.
apparel design and manufacturing construction. The characteristics of development of original activewear
Proper fit and construction techniques
industry as a whole. Learn the various different fibers, yarns, fabrics, and coordinate designs using knits and specialty
for a tailored man’s shirt.
aspects of apparel product development, finishes are investigated. fabrics. This course includes research,
from design inspiration to making the AD216 -- INTERMEDIATE SEWING: design, pattern and prototype development
AD201 -- INDUSTRIAL MACHINE SEWING
sale. Learn about price points and MENSWEAR PANTS to achieve a perfected final sample.
Overview of commercial sewing
market sectors. Research and design considerations for Garments include top (such as sports bra),
machines. Students learn to make
a man’s tailored pant/trousers. Develop bottoms (such as leggings), jacket.
AD114 -- COLOR THEORY apparel on the latest machines used by
a pattern for a man’s tailored pant/
Discover color and its implications for the industry. Students learn how to AD315 -- LINGERIE
trousers. Proper fit and construction
designers and artists. Study ideas of thread the machines, understand and Students apply technical knowledge to
techniques for a man’s tailored pant/
space and the use of color to solve use sewing terminology, troubleshoot develop original lingerie coordinate
trousers.
spatial problems. Study color harmony problems and how to handle various designs using stretch, lace, silk, bias and
and the way colors interact, as well as types of fabric suited for each machine. AD217 -- INTERMEDIATE SEWING: KNITS specialty materials. This course includes
color qualities and combinations. Research and design considerations for research, design, pattern and prototype
AD211 -- INTERMEDIATE SEWING:
women’s or men’s knitwear. Develop a development to achieve a perfected final
AD115 -- FASHION ILLUSTRATION 1 CASUAL JACKETS
pattern for a 2-way stretch garments with
Students learn the proportions and Research and design considerations for
various stretch ratios. Proper fit and
techniques for sketching the nine-head an unlined jacket for womenswear.
construction techniques for knitwear.
figure. Develop a pattern for ready to wear
jackets. Proper fit and construction AD221 -- PATTERNMAKING 1
AD116 -- FASHION ILLUSTRATION 2 techniques for unlined jackets. Draft slopers made to measurements. VIEW the schedule, prerequisites and
Learn to use the latest tools of the Start with a torso sloper that usable for course fees by contacting the registrar
fashion illustration trade. Use markers AD212 -- INTERMEDIATE SEWING:
dresses, jackets and coats. Create a at info@pfi.edu
and pens. Add skin tones and shading WOMENSWEAR SHIRTS
bodice sloper for blouses and shirts. All classes open to continuing education
giving the fashion figure definition and Research and design considerations for
Create a sleeve sloper. Create a skirt and avocational registration.
a traditional shirt for womenswear.
sloper. Finish with a pant sloper.
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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS APPAREL DESIGNER
AD417 -- COUTURE DRESS
samples. Garments include camisole, tap ELECTIVES Students will produce luxury wear from
pants, teddy, slip, panties, bras. AD402 -- CONCEPT & DEVELOPMENT fine fabrics using couture techniques.
Create a fashion collection. Experience AD311 -- MACHINE KNITTING
AD317 -- COUTURE TECHNIQUES the process from beginning like a pro. Students are introduced to the process AD418 -- COSTUME DESIGN &
This course introduces the basics of Learn how to make mood boards, keep of machine knitting, including cast-on CONSTRUCTION
couture sewing techniques. Students will a sketchbook, and where to look for and off, basic stitches, gauge, and Students work with theater experts to
study cutting, marking, hand sewing, inspiration. Design for a specific tension. Students build a foundation of design and create a costume, adapt
construction and finishing techniques. customer. Choose fabrics, trims and knit structure and design by creating a apparel construction skills to that of the
They will produce a simple garment project. colors. Critique work to define, edit and notebook of knit swatches and two theater, present costumes before a
refine the collection. garments. panel of theatrical professionals.
AD318 -- CORSETS & BUSTIERS
Use couture and costume methods for AD410 -- TAILORING AD419 -- SWIMWEAR
AD411 -- TEXTILE DESIGN Students will produce four swimsuits:
creating a traditional fitted garment. Students will work with wool, fine fabrics
Students learn monoprinting, block one-piece, two-piece, maillot,
and entoilage to create a tailored
AD319 -- PETTICOATS printing and stamping, shibori fabric competition.
ensemble. Costing, customer relations,
Use couture and costume methods for dyeing and batik painting as ways for
design, technical development and AD420 - INNOVATIVE DESIGN
creating innumerable variations of a designers to create printed fabric.
construction techniques are emphasized. Students stretch the possibilities of
multilayered underskirt. Students explore technical aspects of
AD412 -- ADVANCED PATTERN & design production. Course also includes patterning, draping, shaping, seaming,
AD321 -- PATTERN 3 (DESIGN) an exploration of sustainable design, handling and manipulating fabrics to
CONSTRUCTION 1
Flat pattern techniques in accordance with biomimicry, color theory and its practical create innovative, wearable silhouettes
Create patterns from flats made in
garment trade practices. Emphasis on application to surface design through and details.
Concept & Development. Fit & alter
creating a pattern for a final woven studio practice, critiques and discussion.
them on dress forms or people. Finish AD421 -- UNDERWEAR PATTERN &
garment ready for production from bodice,
with fit approved prototypes. CONSTRUCTION
sleeve, skirt and pant slopers.
Students will produce 3 bras: underwire,
AD331 -- PATTERN 4 (KNITS & STRETCH) AD413 -- ADVANCED PATTERN & AD414 -- OUTERWEAR
wireless, shapewear.
Flat pattern techniques in accordance with CONSTRUCTION 2 Research, design and apparel
garment trade practices. Emphasis on Source your fabrics. Cut and sew on development of outerwear. Focus on AD422 - WEAVING
creating a pattern for a final knit garment PFI's industrial machines. Check the fit. technical fabrics and handling Students are introduced to weaving by
ready for production from torso sloper and Finish with garments ready for shows, techniques. building a loom, learning terminology
from measurements and spec sheets. portfolios and for sale. and mastering basic techniques.
AD415 -- LEATHERWORKING Students design and create with
AD333 -- FIT & PATTERN ALTERATION AD461 -- PORTFOLIO Class covers all the basic information traditional and unconventional materials.
Students demonstrate deeper Create a portfolio suitable for applying and materials students need to work with
understanding of how fit relates to the for an apparel industry job or a major leather. Students learn the process of AD423 — SUSTAINABILITY TECH
customer and to patternmaking and fashion design school. Use it to enter working with leather: pattern making, Analyze all aspects of environmental
pattern alteration for various categories of competitions. Create a cohesive story stamping, cutting, skiving, gluing, apparel design. See how companies
garments from wovens to knits and non- around projects using a mood board, stitching, lacing and hardware incorporate sustainability in designs
stretch. fashion illustrations and photographs of installation. through zero waste and considered
garments you’ve created. End class with waste, cyclability, reduce consumption of
AD335 -- GRAPHIC DESIGN a hard copy as well as digital version. AD416 -- KNITWEAR DESIGN energy, water and chemicals and overall
Introduction to graphic design with an
In this course, the students study fashion consumer consumption.
emphasis on processes including principles AD490 -- INTERNSHIP
silhouettes and stylistic detailing as a
of design, grid systems, typography, and Off-campus supervised internship at an
basis for full-fashion knitwear VIEW the schedule, prerequisites and
hierarchy, as they apply to apparel design established business related to field of
construction in a studio format. With course fees by contacting the registrar
and the creation of a complete visual study for a maximum of 90 hours.
emphasis on shaping, patternmaking, at info@pfi.edu
message.
sizing, trims, and stitch placement, as
AE -- 36 HOURS OF APPAREL BUSINESS All classes open to continuing education
well as application of flat technical
CLASSES and avocational registration.
sketching and size specifications for
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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. FIRST TERM THIRD TERM
To get a job, a Tech Dev must know beginning and advanced Adobe skills and Excel
to create concept boards, flats, spec and tech packages, and a bill of materials. AD101 Beginning Sewing AD313 Activewear
Project management, factory communication and problem solving skills are a plus. AD103 Apparel Construction AD321 Pattern 3 (Design)
AD114* Color Theory AD331 Pattern 4 (Knits & Stretch)
AD115-117* Fashion Illustration 1, 2, 3 AD333 Fit & Pattern Alteration
AD118* Digital Illustration(optional) AD335* Graphic Design
AD128* History of Fashion AD336* Computer Print Design
AD129* Inside the Fashion Industry ATD361* Flats & Technical Packages
VP Technical VP Technical ATD381* Materials Development
AD169* Textiles
Development Design ATD391* Overseas Production
SECOND TERM
FOURTH TERM
AD201 Industrial Machine Sewing
Technical AD217 Knits AD402* Concept & Development
AD221 Patternmaking 1 AD411 Textile Design
Development Director Senior Technical
AD231 Patternmaking 2 AD412 Advanced Pattern & Construction
Designer AD242 Draping ATD414 Grading & Marking
Technical Developer AD261* Adobe Illustrator ATD421* Computer Patternmaking
& ATD422 (Optitex & Browzwear)
Associate Technical Technical Design II ATD480* Product Development
Developer, Fit Engineer, * = online class AD423* Sustainability Tech
Patternmaker Go to www.pfi.edu to read PFI & AD461* Portfolio
Coronavirus to see the COVID-19 AD490 Internship
Assistant Technical Developer Technical Design 1, rules for in-person classes. Apparel business classes (Choose 24 CR)
Patternmaker (See Apparel Entrepreneur list)
Large company Small company
APPAREL TECHNICAL DEVELOPER
CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENTS
ELEMENT CLOCK HOURS
CORE CLASSES 798
INTERNSHIP 90
TOTAL 798 + internship
LECTURE HRS 266
Here are typical career ladders for Technical Developers. LAB HRS 532
* Technical Developer or Technical Designer may be CREDIT HR EQUIVALENT 57
Typical program length: 2 yrs
synonymous with Product Developer
Maximum program length:3.5 yrs
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AD101 -- BEGINNING SEWING AD118 -- DIGITAL ILLUSTRATION AD217 -- INTERMEDIATE SEWING: KNITS AD321 -- PATTERN 3 (DESIGN)
Introduction to basic skills in sewing, use Learn to use the latest tools of the Research and design considerations for Flat pattern techniques in accordance with
of a sewing machine and apparel tools fashion illustration trade. Use a tablet women’s or men’s knitwear. Develop a garment trade practices. Emphasis on
as applied to basic garments. and computer program to sketch pattern for a 2-way stretch garments with creating a pattern for a final woven
digitally. Create a images suitable for various stretch ratios. Proper fit and garment ready for production from bodice,
AD103 -- APPAREL CONSTRUCTION projecting in a meeting, sharing online construction techniques for knitwear. sleeve, skirt and pant slopers.
Introduction to apparel industry sewing and creating an online portfolio.
AD221 -- PATTERNMAKING 1 AD331 -- PATTERN 4 (KNITS & STRETCH)
principles and techniques. Fundamental Draft slopers made to measurements.
skills as applied to the construction of a AD128 -- HISTORY OF FASHION Flat pattern techniques in accordance with
Overview of the apparel industry, Start with a torso sloper that usable for garment trade practices. Emphasis on
basic garment using standard sewing dresses, jackets and coats. Create a
equipment. examining fashion’s past, present and creating a pattern for a final knit garment
glimpse fashion’s future. Students find bodice sloper for blouses and shirts. ready for production from torso sloper and
where designers get ideas and how do Create a sleeve sloper. Create a skirt from measurements and spec sheets.
AD114 -- COLOR THEORY sloper. Finish with a pant sloper.
Discover color and its implications for they make these ideas a reality.
designers and artists. Study ideas of Students research designers from each AD333 -- FIT & PATTERN ALTERATION
era, keep a journal and find new online AD231 -- PATTERNMAKING 2 Students demonstrate deeper
space and the use of color to solve Flat pattern techniques in accordance
spatial problems. Look at color harmony and in print resources. understanding of how fit relates to the
with garment trade practices. Emphasis customer and to patternmaking and pattern
and the way colors interact, as well as on the manipulation of slopers to create
color qualities and combinations. AD129 -- INSIDE FASHION INDUSTRY alteration for various categories of
designs from bodice, sleeve, skirt and garments from wovens to knits and non-
Students get an overview of the apparel pant slopers.
AD115 -- FASHION ILLUSTRATION 1 design and manufacturing industry as a stretch.
Students learn the proportions and whole. Learn the various aspects of AD242 -- DRAPING
techniques for sketching the nine-head apparel product development, from AD335 -- GRAPHIC DESIGN
Students drape fabric directly on a dress Introduction to graphic design with an
figure. design inspiration to making the sale. form as a three-dimensional means of
Learn about price points and market emphasis on the rapidly-evolving role of
pattern development for women’s the profession. Graphic design processes
AD116 -- FASHION ILLUSTRATION 2 sectors. apparel. Students learn about
Learn to use the latest tools of the are examined, including principles of
preparation, blocking and grainline while design, grid systems, typography, and
fashion illustration trade. Use markers AD169 -- TEXTILES creating skirts and dresses.
and pens. Add skin tones and shading An introduction to textiles that provides a hierarchy, as they apply to apparel design
Then learn to drape asymmetrical and the creation of a complete visual
giving the fashion figure definition and broad view of the types, development, designs, bias and cowl necklines and knit
light. Add fabric textures and learn production and use of fabrics and the message.
fabric. Students create their own designs.
direction and drape. Create designs on impact they have on design and
the figure and learn layout, background construction. The characteristics of AD336 -- COMPUTER PRINT DESIGN
AD261 -- ADOBE ILLUSTRATOR Application and principles of computer
and composition. Create a display board. different fibers, yarns, fabrics, and An overview of tools and techniques
finishes are investigated. graphics as a creative technological
used by fashion designers in Adobe medium. Practical tutorials in the use of
AD117 -- FASHION ILLUSTRATION 3 Illustrator.
Strengthen your creative vision and AD201 -- INDUSTRIAL MACHINE SEWING Adobe Illustrator CC and Adobe Photoshop
complete a portfolio-worthy sketchbook. Overview of commercial sewing CC in the creation of graphics for fashion
AD313 -- ACTIVEWEAR design. Tapping into the computer as a
Improve research skills. Display your machines. Students learn to make Students apply technical knowledge to
inspiration properly. Show how you go apparel on the latest machines used by powerful medium for designing prints,
the development of original activewear graphics and logos on fabric.
through the creative process ad design a the industry. Students learn how to coordinate designs using knits and
story from your initial inspiration. thread the machines, understand and specialty fabrics. This course includes
use sewing terminology, troubleshoot research, design, pattern and prototype
problems and how to handle various development to achieve a perfected final VIEW the schedule, prerequisites and
types of fabric suited for each machine. sample. Garments include top (such as course fees by contacting the registrar
sports bra), bottoms (such as leggings), at info@pfi.edu
jacket. All classes open to continuing education
and avocational registration.
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AD402 -- CONCEPT & DEVELOPMENT AD490 -- INTERNSHIP
ATD414 -- GRADING & MARKING
Create a fashion collection. Experience Off-campus supervised internship at an
Use slopers to learn the basic principles
the process from beginning like a pro. established business relating to field of
of changing pattern sizes: How to
Learn how to make mood boards, keep study. May enroll in up to three different
increase and decrease sizes and how to
a sketchbook, and where to look for internship classes for a total of 9 credit
use vanity sizing. Apply these principles
inspiration. Design for a specific hours or enroll in a single internship for
to pants, skirts, sleeves and bodices.
customer. Choose fabrics, trims and 3, 6, or 9 credits. A minimum of 90 hours
Grade these to different sizes. Create
colors. Critique work to define, edit and is required for each 3 credits awarded.
grade rules for cardinal points. Apply to
refine the collection. knits and wovens. Learn how to set up a
ATD361 -- FLATS & TECHNICAL
AD411 -- TEXTILE DESIGN marker a layout of all pattern pieces
PACKAGES
Students learn monoprinting, block ready for cutting for best use of fabric.
Continue developing skills in Adobe
printing and stamping, shibori fabric Illustrator by creating industry-standard
dyeing and batik painting as ways for ATD421 -- COMPUTER PATTERN
technical flats, technical packs, specs
designers to create printed fabric. Learn CAD (computer-aided design) to
and CAD drawings.
Students explore technical aspects of create, manipulate and grade patterns.
design production. Course also includes ATD381 -- MATERIALS Use input (scan & digitize) and output
an exploration of color theory and its DEVELOPMENT (plotter & cutter) devices. Students
practical application to surface design New product development is critical to digitize patterns, modify them, check and
through studio practice, critiques and success in textiles and apparel. This correct notches, armholes, necklines
discussion. course provides the technical and seamlines, create variations and
information required to understand how seam allowances. Students use Optitex
AD412 -- ADVANCED PATTERN & fiber-based products are manufactured, 15 -- the same software used by Nike
CONSTRUCTION with a practical view of how to combine and many designers -- and an Algotex
Final development phase of the new elements such as polymers, dyes, digitizer. Go on to learn 3D through ATD
collection with an emphasis on finished ceramics and nanotechnology with fibers 422 BrowZwear.
construction and professional to create new products.
presentation. ATD480 -- PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT
ATD391 -- OVERSEAS PRODUCTION Simulation within a group setting of
AD423 — SUSTAINABILITY TECH
Students learn how to manage projects product development processes from
Analyze all aspects of environmental
and production through overseas concept to consumer. Students work in
apparel design. See how companies
facilities. They learn how to teams to research, design, and develop
incorporate sustainability in designs
communicate with factories and solve a line of clothing to “sell” to a local buyer.
through zero waste and considered
waste, cyclability, reduce consumption of production issues. They set and stick to
energy, water and chemicals and overall a calendar in order to get a product to
consumer consumption. market faster and reduce delivery costs.
They learn how to reduce component
AD461 -- PORTFOLIO costs while keeping research and
Create a portfolio suitable for applying development, design and short-run
for an apparel industry job or a major manufacturing in the United States of
fashion design school such as in New America. They learn how go into a
York or London. Use it to enter partnership with an overseas
competitions. Select a project. Create a manufacturer without losing control of
cohesive story around that project using the product. VIEW the schedule, prerequisites and
a mood board, fashion illustrations and course fees by contacting the registrar
photographs of garments you’ve at info@pfi.edu
created. End the class with a hard copy All classes open to continuing education
as well as digital version.
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,
selling it is 90 percent of the work. Entrepreneurs can be manufacturers producing a line FIRST TERM
and selling it to others, a store owner producing a line and selling it in the owner’s store AD101 Beginning Sewing AE203* E-Commerce Concepts
or a store owner selling clothes from independent designers. All need to know how a AD103 Apparel Construction AE204* Selling Wholesale
well made garment is designed and produced - as well as how to market it. AD114* Color Theory AE205* Strategic Marketing Planning
AD115-117* Fashion Illustration 1, 2, 3 AE213* Visual Merchandising
Merchandiser Manufacturer AD118* Digital Illustration (optional) THIRD TERM
AD128* History of Fashion
AD317 Couture Techniques
AD129* Inside the Fashion Industry
AD321 Pattern 3 (Design)
AD169* Textiles
Merchandise AD331 Pattern 4 (Knits & Stretch)
Product Line Manager AE101* How to Start an Apparel Business
Director AD333 Fit & Pattern Alteration
AE102* Excel for Apparel
AD335* Graphic Design
AE103* Costing & Pricing
AD336* Computer Print Design
Merchandise AE104* Accounting Basics
AE301* Fashion Forecasting
Manager Production Planner/ AE105* Sourcing
AE302* Website Development
AE106* Working with Production
Supervisor AE303* PR Techniques
SECOND TERM AE304* Social Media Marketing
Merchandiser
AE374 E-Commerce Marketing
AD201 Industrial Machine Sewing
Production Assistant/ AD221 Patternmaking 1 FOURTH TERM
Associate Merchandiser
Coordinator/Patternmaker AD231 Patternmaking 2 AD402* Concept & Development
AD242 Draping AD412 Advanced Pattern & Construction 1
Assistant Merchandiser Production/Sample sewer AD261* Adobe Illustrator AD413 Advanced Pattern & Construction 2
Cutter AE201* Contracting for Apparel AE401* Branding
AE202* Intellectual Property AE402* Apparel Business Plan
Fashion Buyer Store Planner * = online class AE403* Fashion Buying & Merchandising
Go to www.pfi.edu to read PFI & AD461* Portfolio
Coronavirus to see the COVID-19 AD490 Internship
General Merchandise Director of Store rules for in-person classes.
Director, Shop Owner Planning, Store Owner
Senior Store Planner
APPAREL ENTREPRENEUR
Divisional Merchandise
CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENTS
Manager
ELEMENT CLOCK HOURS
Store Planner CORE CLASSES 747
Buyer, Keyholder,
Retailer INTERNSHIP 90
Associate Store Planner
Associate Buyer TOTAL 747+internship
LECTURE HRS 493
Assistant Buyer Merchandise Analyst, Assistant LAB HRS 254 Typical program length: 2 yrs
Store Planner CREDIT HR EQUIVALENT 58 Maximum program length:3.5 yrs
Here are typical career ladders for Apparel Entrepreneurs. Portland Fashion Institute (c)08/2021 31
30 (c)08/2021 Portland Fashion InstituteCOURSE DESCRIPTIONS APPAREL ENTREPRENEUR
AD101 -- BEGINNING SEWING
AD242 -- DRAPING AD335 -- GRAPHIC DESIGN
Introduction to basic skills in sewing, use AD128 -- HISTORY OF FASHION
Students drape fabric directly on a dress Introduction to graphic design with an
of a sewing machine and apparel tools Overview of the apparel industry,
form as a three-dimensional means of emphasis on the rapidly-evolving role of
as applied to basic garments. examining fashion’s past, present and
pattern development for women’s the profession. Graphic design
glimpse fashion’s future. Students find
AD103 -- APPAREL CONSTRUCTION apparel. Students learn about processes are examined, including
where designers get ideas and how do
Introduction to apparel industry sewing preparation, blocking and grainline while principles of design, grid systems,
they make these ideas a reality.
principles and techniques. Fundamental creating skirts and dresses. typography, and hierarchy, as they apply
Students research designers from each
skills as applied to the construction of a Then learn to drape asymmetrical to apparel design and the creation of a
era, keep a journal and find new online
basic garment using standard sewing designs, bias and cowl necklines and knit complete visual message.
and in print resources.
equipment. fabric. Students create their own designs.
AD336 -- COMPUTER PRINT DESIGN
AD129 -- INSIDE FASHION INDUSTRY
AD114 -- COLOR THEORY AD261 -- ADOBE ILLUSTRATOR Application and principles of computer
Students get a solid picture of the
Discover color and its implications for An overview of tools and techniques graphics as a creative technological
apparel design and manufacturing
designers and artists. Study ideas of used by fashion designers in Adobe medium. Practical tutorials in the use of
industry as a whole. Learn the various
space and the use of color to solve Illustrator. Illustrator CS5 and Photoshop CS5 in
aspects of apparel product development,
spatial problems. Look at color harmony the creation of graphics for fashion
from design inspiration to making the
and the way colors interact, as well as AD317 -- COUTURE TECHNIQUES design. Tapping into the computer as a
sale. Learn about price points and
color qualities and combinations. This course introduces the basics of powerful medium for designing prints,
market sectors.
couture sewing techniques. Students graphics and logos on fabric.
AD115 -- FASHION ILLUSTRATION 1 AD169 -- TEXTILES
Students learn the proportions and will study cutting, marking, hand sewing, AD402 -- CONCEPT & DEVELOPMENT
An introduction to textiles that provides a construction and finishing techniques.
techniques for sketching the nine-head Create a fashion collection. Experience
broad view of the types, development, They will produce a simple garment
figure. the process from beginning like a pro.
production and use of fabrics and the project. Learn how to make mood boards, keep
AD116 -- FASHION ILLUSTRATION 2 impact they have on design and
a sketchbook, and where to look for
Learn to use the latest tools of the construction. The characteristics of AD321 -- PATTERN 3 (DESIGN) inspiration. Design for a specific
fashion illustration trade. Use markers different fibers, yarns, fabrics, and Flat pattern techniques in accordance customer. Choose fabrics, trims and
and pens. Add skin tones and shading finishes are investigated. with garment trade practices. Emphasis colors. Critique work to define, edit and
giving the fashion figure definition and AD201 -- INDUSTRIAL MACHINE SEWING on creating a pattern for a final woven refine the collection.
light. Add fabric textures and learn Overview of commercial sewing garment ready for production from
direction and drape. Create designs on bodice, sleeve, skirt and pant slopers. AD412 -- ADVANCED PATTERN &
machines. Students learn make apparel
the figure and learn layout, background CONSTRUCTION 1
on the latest machines used by the
and composition. Create a display board. AD331 -- PATTERN 4 (KNITS & STRETCH) Create patterns from flats made in
industry. Students learn how to thread
Flat pattern techniques in accordance Concept & Development. Fit & alter
AD117 -- FASHION ILLUSTRATION 3 the machines, understand and use
with garment trade practices. Emphasis them on dress forms or people. Finish
Strengthen your creative vision and sewing terminology, troubleshoot
on creating a pattern for a final knit with fit approved prototypes.
complete a portfolio-worthy sketchbook. problems and how to handle various
types of fabric suited for each machine. garment ready for production from torso AD413 -- ADVANCED PATTERN &
Improve research skills. Display your
sloper and from measurements and CONSTRUCTION 2
inspiration properly. Show how you go AD221 -- PATTERNMAKING 1 spec sheets. Source your fabrics. Cut and sew on
through the creative process ad design a Draft slopers made to measurements.
story from your initial inspiration. PFI's industrial machines. Check the fit.
Start with a torso sloper that usable for AD333 -- FIT & PATTERN ALTERATION Finish with garments ready for shows,
AD118 -- DIGITAL ILLUSTRATION dresses, jackets and coats. Create a Students demonstrate deeper portfolios and for sale.
Learn to use the latest tools of the bodice sloper for blouses and shirts. understanding of how fit relates to the
fashion illustration trade. Use a tablet Create a sleeve sloper. Create a skirt customer and to patternmaking and
and computer program to sketch sloper. Finish with a pant sloper. pattern alteration for various categories
of garments from wovens to knits and VIEW the schedule, prerequisites and
digitally. Create a images suitable for AD231 -- PATTERNMAKING 2
projecting in a meeting, sharing online non-stretch. course fees by contacting the registrar
Flat pattern techniques in accordance at info@pfi.edu
and creating an online portfolio. with garment trade practices. Emphasis All classes open to continuing education
on the manipulation of slopers to create
and avocational registration.
designs from bodice, sleeve, skirt and
pant slopers.
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promotions, merchandising, the booking AE103 -- COSTING & PRICING AE201 -- CONTRACTING FOR AE213 -- VISUAL MERCHANDISING
of models/talent, musical selection, Discover the wholesale costs of labor APPAREL Overview of how a retail shop
choreography and staging, lighting and and materials from fabric and notions to Students will understand the basic coordinates merchandise presentations
set design, and other demands of a tools and equipment. Get the basics of elements of a contract and understand with overall design concepts, fixtures
special event such as public speaking, everything needed in order to set up a what they are reading before signing a and graphic/signage components.
equipment and venue rental, permitting comprehensive cost sheet that will contract with a manufacturer, sales rep Students develop problem-solving and
and catering. account for all apparel expenses. Learn or buyer. Students will prepare contracts project-management skills by designing
a costing strategy in order to plan and to use when acquiring services for an a storewide promotion for an upscale
AD461 -- PORTFOLIO determine affordability before start apparel business. retail environment. They design a logo,
Create a portfolio suitable for applying designing a line or purchasing fabric. advertising, signage, and other graphics
for an apparel industry job or a major That will helps determine how much to AE202 -- INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY using digital and traditional design and
fashion design school. Use it to enter charge for products and services. Learn how to protect what you know and production techniques.
competitions. Select a project. Create a what you've created. Discover the
cohesive story around that project using AE104 -- ACCOUNTING BASICS difference between patent, trademark AE301 -- FASHION FORECASTING
a mood board, fashion illustrations and In this class, students learn basic and copyright. Walk through the process Students learn how fashion trends are
photographs of garments you’ve accounting terms such as revenues, and cost for getting each. Find out what spotted and forecasted months and
created. End the class with a hard copy expenses, assets, liabilities, income happens if you just put a “patent pending” years ahead. Students learn about the
as well as digital version. statement and balance sheets. Get the or © or TM on an item without going many tools used to spot trends before
basics of QuickBooks: How to set up a through the process and cost. they hit the runways and store shelves.
business with a chart of accounts, make They identify sources of research,
AD490 -- INTERNSHIP
deposits and payments, create reports AE203 -- E-COMMERCE CONCEPTS analyze past trends and apply the
Off-campus supervised internship at an
and do profit and loss statements. Get the basics of successfully selling findings to predict future trends in fibers,
established business relating to field of
online. Learn the concepts behind fabric, color and silhouettes.
study. May enroll in up to three different
internship classes for a total of 9 credit AE105 -- SOURCING creating a successful online and direct- AE302 -- WEBSITE DEVELOPMENT
hours or enroll in a single internship for Students learn where to get fabric and to-consumer (DTC) business. Explore Create an Internet presence and website
3, 6, or 9 credits. A minimum of 90 hours labor. They will research where to buy how to buy and sell goods or services through Wordpress. Learn the
is required for each 3 credits awarded. locally, regionally and nationally plus the using the Internet and AI data to execute foundational concepts of web
process and the pros and cons of going these transactions with success. . programming. Build a simple webpage,
overseas. They will discuss duty, quota, style it, and add elements of interactivity.
AE101 -- HOW TO START AN
agents and agency fees, customs, AE204 -- SELLING WHOLESALE
APPAREL BUSINESS AE303 -- PR TECHNIQUES
NAFTA/CAFTA/WTO and how to Learn how to approach stores and enter
Learn the basics of setting up an apparel Get the LINE on how to get coverage
prepare for and attend textile markets. a wholesale relationship. If you’ve never
business: How to protect a name, set up from bloggers, and the news media
sold to a store before, this class will help
infrastructure, deal with the city, state while learning the four basic tips for
AE106 -- WORKING WITH you make your first impression a good
and taxes, do business with other visibility. By the end of the class,
PRODUCTION impression. If you’ve been trying to sell
apparel businesses, find out about EIN, students learn who (and how) to contact
Students learn the process, language without success, you will learn tips for
RN other acronyms, rules and in the media. You’ll know how to look at
and expectations of production in order turning it around. End the class with a
regulations. stories from the press’ point of view, how
to create an effective business game plan.
relationship with a key partner to apparel to recognize a news peg and put it first
AE102 -- EXCEL FOR APPAREL in your e-mail to your contacts.
success. AE205 -- STRATEGIC MARKETING
You must know Microsoft Excel to
manage your costs, track your business Students discover and define a
and to create a spec sheet and have competitive position. This defines VIEW the schedule, prerequisites and
your garments patterned and sewn in a product, pricing, promotion and
course fees by contacting the registrar
size run. distribution strategies that are effectively
integrated and compelling in the at info@pfi.edu
marketplace. The class concludes with All classes open to continuing education
a basic marketing budget to help to and avocational registration.
assure the financial viability of the brand.
34 (c)08/2021 Portland Fashion Institute Portland Fashion Institute (c)08/2021 35COURSE DESCRIPTIONS PFI:
WHO WE ARE
APPAREL ENTREPRENEUR - Sharon Blair, director
AE304 -- SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING AE401 -- BRANDING - Candice Freedman, registrar
The Internet and social media have Students start off by discovering the - Adrianna McKinley, media developer
leveled the playing field for many small reason why their company should exist - Anne Swanson, store manager, PFI Supply
businesses. This class explores how a through first, the “why”, then the “how”,
small business can implement social then the “what.” Students explore how - Kyle Woods, store ambassador, PFI Supply
media to increase exposure by building to develop and deliver the unique
content, engaging potential customers experience of a brand to build lasting
and building a brand. Students will and profitable relationships with
understand the new rules of marketing current and potential customers. Advisory Board:
and various advertising techniques to - Adidas, Marjorie Skinner, senior content editor, global trends
promote a business. AE402 -- APPAREL BUSINESS PLAN - Columbia Sportswear, Becca Johnson, division lead designer
This hands-on class walks students
- Nike, Julie McConnachie, director global technical development, WHQ
ATD374 -- E-COMMERCE MARKETING through writing a business plan for an
Create tools for selling a clothing line to apparel company. Each week, - VF Corp / The North Face, Adam Andreas, senior technical developer
stores and online. Start with flats. Use students complete different sections.
Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop and
InDesign and create line art. Learn AE403 -- FASHION BUYING & Contract Instructors:
about style numbers, photo shoots and MERCHANDISING
paper choices. End with a pdf ready to This course provides an overview of Visit www.pfi.edu/our-instructors for biographies and details on classes taught.
go to print and to create a digital look fashion apparel retailing. Students will - Annin Barrett, textile artist, educator and researcher, Textile Hive
book. examine forecasting and purchasing - Austin Lingelbach, strategic sourcing, Nike
techniques and buying methods. They - Britta Hellquist, couturier and tailor, Tomato & Berry Tailoring
will produce an optimal buying or
merchandising plan. - Dana Ditto, demand forecast manager, Blount International.
- Dawn Moothart, owner, Portland Apparel Lab
A typical Apparel Designer or Apparel Technical Developer class is one- - Jason Calderon, owner, West Daily & sr. product developer Exit 21
third lecture and two-thirds hands on laboratory. A typical Apparel - Jena Nesbitt, product strategy director, PCF
Entrepreneur class is one-third writing laboratory and two-thirds lecture. - Jennifer Bologna, materials development manager, Nike.
PFI uses Carnegie Clock-to-Credit Hour Conversions to convert clock - Katie Parsons, technical design manager, Nike
hours to credit hours. The conversion for quarter terms follows: - Karen Spencer, entrepreneur educator, Searchfunder
• Lecture: 10 clock hours to 1 quarter credit - Kel Jackson, designer, Royal College of London.
• Lab: 20 clock hours to 1 quarter credit - Kim Bedwell, sr. vice president, FLM Harvest
• Internship: 30 clock hours to 1 quarter credit - Kimmy Schenter, global color manager, Nike.
Carnegie calculations may result in fractions of credit hours - Lisa Silveira, knitwear designer, Wandering Muse
A breakdown of lecture and lab hours with a comparison of clock to - Liza Rietz, designer and owner, TheOnes.
credit hours is given in each section on pages 13, 23 and 31. - Lynn Weglarz, president, Oregon chapter American Sewing Guild
Hands on classes are no fewer than 6 students and no more than 12 - Owen Schmidt, contracts attorney
students. Student to teacher ratio is typically 8:1. Lecture classes are no - Phillip Padilla, senior designer, Columbia Sportswear-
more than 24 students. Student to teacher ratio is typically 15:1. - Rebecca Russell, senior strategist, Wieden + Kennedy
VIEW the schedule, prerequisites and - Stephanie Thiel, technical developer, adidas & Rad Patterns
course fees by contacting the registrar - Suzi Gurney, buyer, Mercantile
at info@pfi.edu
- Tricia Langman, textile designer & owner, Spoogi
All classes open to continuing education
and avocational registration.
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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.
Academic Support & Classroom Services
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
help with, such as communication with instructors, working on
grade improvement, time management or study skills.
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