Explore apparel production and manufacturing processes, including an evaluation of soft goods, materials, quality of work, and costs. Examine conceptual framework of the manufacturing process for future apparel professionals. Discuss the apparel production cycle: how apparel products are designed, created, and distributed. Analyze garment design and construction features to understand their relationship to apparel cost and quality. Textiles and Apparel 316Q and 316R may not both be counted. Three lecture hours a week for one semester.