Frequently Asked Questions

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• • Which Fashion courses transfer?
    All Fashion courses transfer to CSU EXCEPT FASH 22 - Draping, FASH 23 - Patternmaking II, and FASH 24 - Fashion Patternmaking by Computer. These courses are valuable for employment within the fashion apparel industry. 
  • How can I get credit for a Mt. SAC course if I took a similar course at another college?
    Fill out a variance form that can be obtained from the Business Division Office and have it signed by the Department Chair and Division Dean.
  • What courses do students need for the degrees?
    See Degree & Certificates for Fashion Design and Technologies and Fashion Merchandising.
  • What do I do if a course I need to complete my degree is not offered the semester I want to graduate?
    Students can meet with the Department Chair and ask if you can take another course in place of the one that is not offered.
  • How do I get a Mt. SAC certificate once I have completed the certificate requirements?
    Students must fill out the certificate application form that can be obtained from the Business Division Office and submit it to the Admissions and Records Office.
  • How do I know what classes to take?
    Students are advised to meet with their counselor to create and update their Ed Plan. This helps the students to effectively plan and complete their courses in a timely manner. Full-time faculty are also available to consult on Fashion courses. 
  • If a class is full and I want to add the class, what do I do?
    Students wishing to add a full class may list their name on the waitlist for the course, attend the first day of class and ask the instructor if they have room for you to add.
  • If I want to complain about a teacher, what do I do?
    Contact the Department Chair of that instructor and arrange a meeting.
  • Is there a computer lab on campus that is available for students to use?
    The Business Division computer lab in Bldg. 17 Room 15 has the technology software that students need to complete the assignments and projects for the various Fashion courses.