1104 Professional Perspectives
Introduction to Family and Consumer Sciences as a field of study, historic development, interdisciplinary nature, integrative perspectives; formulation of individual plans for education and career; overview of professional opportunities within business, education, research, and service agencies. (1-0)
1231 Principles of Art and Design
The study of art principles as they apply to various fields of family and consumer sciences. (2-0)
1300 Apparel in Today's Society
Cultural, social, psychological, and economic aspects of clothing across the lifespan; emphasis on expression and use of clothing in relation to self, society, and culture. (3-0)
1311 Apparel Production and Evaluation
Principles of clothing construction and evaluation techniques; pattern selection, alteration, fitting, coordinating fabrics and component parts by application of ready-to-wear techniques. (1-4) (Fee)
2351 Nutrition
A study of elements in food essential for optimum health, quality diets, fad diets, and computer analysis of diets. (3-0)
2380 Introduction to Food Delivery Systems
Prerequisite(s): FCS 1301, 2351, or consent of instructor.
Introduction to meal service in the setting of the home, institutions, child care, and restaurants. Management of meal planning, preparation, and service. Emphasis on equipment usage and maintenance and time, money, and nutrient management. (2-2) (Fee)
3204 Introduction to Research in FCS
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or higher.
Research methods, experimental procedures, writing and reporting data within the various areas of FCS. The format of the course includes a combination of lecture and discussion, writing assignments, literature review, and/ or oral presentations.
**3320 Methods of Teaching FCS
Prerequisite(s): Fifteen hours of FCS, junior standing, and admission to the School of Education.
Teaching materials and methods, media and the philosophy of vocational education. (3-0)
3350 Individual and Family Financial Management
Study of individual and family financial decisions, planning and management. (3-0)
4340 Resource Management
Prerequisite(s): Upper-level standing.
Emphasis on a systems approach to time, energy and resource management. Strategies for maximizing management influences on individual and family welfare. Designed to include occupational competencies and analyze career and job opportunities. (3-0)
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Required for Teacher Certification in FCS
TED 1312 Introduction to Teaching I
This course provides preparation in the role of a teacher. Students will learn teaching strategies that are then applied in a tutoring experience.
TED 2340 Teaching in Secondary Schools
Prerequisite(s): Completion of TED 1312 or concurrent enrollment.
An introduction to the role of the teacher in the secondary school. A field experience is included.
**3320 Methods of Teaching FCS
Prerequisite(s): Fifteen hours of FCS, junior standing, and admission to the School of Education.
Teaching materials and methods, media and the philosophy of vocational education. (3-0)
**3321 Curriculum and Evaluation in Family and Consumer Sciences
Prerequisite (S): Junior standing, eighteen hours of family and consumer sciences and admission the School of Education
Curriculum planning, teaching strategies, evaluation, and classroom management. Each student will spend two hours each week in an approved field experience.
4623 Student Teaching in Family and Consumer Sciences
Prerequisite(s): FCS 3321, senior standing, completion of all FCS and education courses
Continuation of FCS 4322. Required for vocational FCS teaching certificate.
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Child and Family Studies Courses
*1315 Individual and Family Development
A study of individual development, interpersonal and intra-family relationships, and development of the family throughout the life cycle. (3-0)
*2355 Child Development
A study of physical, intellectual, emotional, and social development during childhood and adolescence One hour each week working with children in a community setting is requires. (3-0) (Fee)
3324 Children and Families with Special Needs
3325 Child Health Programs
*3356 Family Development
A study of the societal changes which affect families over the life cycle. Emphasis is placed on effective communication and knowledgeable choices regarding marriage, parenting divorce, family crises and aging. (3-0)
3357 The Preschool Child
Prerequisite(s): FCS 2355 or consent of instructor.
A study of the social relationships and adjustments of the young child in group situations. This course includes two hours each week of supervised participation and the planning and implementation of curriculum in a community based setting. (3-0) (Fee).
FCS 3358 Infant and Toddler Development
The developmental sequence, prenatal to three years. Emphasis is placed on the relationship and interactive process between infants, toddlers, and their primary care givers in family and group situations. Two hours each week working with infants/toddlers in community center required. (3-0) (Fee).
3362 Child Life Theory and Practice
Prerequisite(s): FCS 2355 and upper level standing or consent of instructor.
Historical and theoretical perspective on development of child life field and information on fundamental skills required to help children and families cope with the stress of a health care experience.
4356 The Family: A Global Perspective
Families around the world: functions, roles, responsibilities, environmental influences, and interactions with other societal institutions.
4357 Child and Family Policy and Advocacy
Prerequisite(s): Upper level standing or consent of instructor
Exploration of the reciprocal influences between children and families and all branches of government, including public/private sectors at local, state, and federal levels. Emphasis is placed on models, skills, and approaches necessary to advocate for and influence policy. (3-0).
*4358 Planning and Administration of Programs in Child and Family Studies
Prerequisite(s): Upper level standing or consent of instructor.
Planning and administration of programs in child and family settings. Experience in developing, using, and evaluating methods and materials appropriate for the organizations and agencies that work to meet the needs of children and families. (3-0)
*4359 Parenting
Prerequisite (s): Upper-level standing or consent of instructor.
Factors to consider in becoming a parent, child-rearing practices, diverse parenting situations, and parent-child communication. (3-0)
4363 Adolescent Development
Prerequisite(s): Upper-level standing.
The psychosocial, social-emotional and cognitive language development of adolescents.
4364 Child and Family Ministry
Prerequisite (s): Upper-level standing or consent of instructor.
Biblical framework, contemporary issues, models, skills, and approaches of child and family ministry, covering faith based settings. (3-0)
*4390 Practicum in Family and Consumer Sciences
Prerequisite(s): FCS 2355, 3356, 4359 and approval of instructor.
Requires one hundred fifty clock hours of experience in an agency serving children/families, plus one hour weekly seminar. May be repeated once in different setting.
*Required courses for all Child and Family Studies majors (2010 catalog-present)