FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES
Undergraduate Catalog 2008-2010 PRINT PAGE
Dr. Patti Miley, Chair; Ms. Baker, Ms. Good, Ms. Posey, Didactic Director

 An integrated liberal arts undergraduate education in Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) empowers students to become professionals who will enable individuals and families to manage the challenges of living and working in a diverse global society.  In congruence with Henderson's liberal arts mission, we seek to prepare individuals for family and community life and careers by providing opportunities to develop requisite knowledge, skills, attitudes, and behaviors.  This is accomplished in a nurturing educational environment that is rich in academic exposure and solid practical application of theories related to the disciplines encompassed within the field of FCS.  Central to our focus as a department is innovative and technologically sound instruction and service through scientifically based programs. 

Our unique challenges include the following:
• To provide an educational environment where teaching and preparation of students is accomplished through traditional classroom experiences, laboratories, practicums, and internships.
• To positively affect student attitudes toward quality work, self-discipline, ethical behavior, and team work.
• To model effective performance from the various specializations of FCS.
 
 The objectives of the Department of Family and Consumer Sciences are to train teachers for effective work in the family and consumer sciences (occupational and homemaking) programs of the public schools of Arkansas; to provide subject matter for those who desire to work in occupational areas such as business, child care, dietetics, fashion merchandising, and foods and nutrition where family and consumer sciences training is essential or valuable and for those who want to elect courses for personal interest.

Bachelor of Science Degree

Core Requirements:  Hours

FCS	1013	Textiles/Clothing	3
* FCS	1023	Foods	3
* FCS	1081	Family & Consumer Sciences Seminar	1
FCS	2043	Clothing Construction	3
		or
FCS	3093	Apparel Quality Analysis	3
* FCS	2053	Meal Management	3
* FCS	2103	Nutrition	3
FCS	3123	Home Furnishings	3
* FCS	3153	Family Relations	3
FCS	4193	Family Housing Problems	3
* FCS	4183	Family Resource Management	3
		or
* FCS	4203	Consumer Education	3
* FCS	4374	Child Development	4

*Core requirements for specialization in dietetics

Directed family and consumer sciences electives - Minimum - 15 Hours

Additional Core Requirements - Education Hours

FCS	2043	Clothing Construction	3
FCS	2063	Parenting	3
FCS	4183	Family Resource Management	3
FCS	___3	FCS Elective	3

Electives: (One is required)

FCS	3253	New York Fashion Tour	3
FCS	3263	Decorative Arts	3
FCS	2313	Introduction to Fashion Merchandising	3
FCS	3343	Fashion Promotion and Merchandising	3
FCS	3353	History of Costume Through the 19th Century	3
FCS	3483	History of Costume: 19th Century to Present	3
FCS	3403	Experimental Food Science	3
FCS	3413	Community and Life Cycle Nutrition	3
FCS	4221-6	Directed Field Experience 1	1-6
FCS	4363	Professional Image Development	3

 A student receiving the bachelor of science degree with an education specialization in family and consumer sciences will have completed an approved program which enables one to teach family and consumer sciences in Arkansas public schools and is qualified to work in business and other occupations requiring family and consumer sciences knowledge and skills.

General Education Requirements:

 To meet department requirements, the following general education courses should be selected: Introduction to Biology/General Zoology (dietetics), General Chemistry, Western Civilization, American National Government, and/or U. S. History.  Math for the Liberal Arts may be taken in all specializations with the exception of dietetics, where college algebra is required. Oral communication should be taken to meet the general education, dietetics and teacher certification/licensure requirements.
 
 Additional family and consumer sciences requirements for various specializations are: ART 2603, BIO 3064, BIO 3094, CHM 1044, PSY 1013.

Specialization Requirements:

Students pursuing a bachelor of science degree in family and consumer sciences may pursue a general family and consumer sciences degree or may choose to develop a specialization in one of the five program areas: child care management, dietetics, education, fashion merchandising,  or foods and nutrition.

Child Care Management:

FCS	2063	Parenting	3
FCS	2243-6	Child Care Practicum	3-6
FCS	3323	Organization & Administration of	3
		Pre-School Programs
FCS	4221-6	Directed Field Experience	1-6
FCS	4363	Professional Image Development	3
EDU	4032	Creative Arts in Early Childhood Education	2

Dietetics:

 The four-year program leading to the bachelor of science degree in family and consumer sciences with a specialization in dietetics is designed to:  (1) to instill core competences in medical nutrition therapy, food service management, and food and nutritional science in coalition with liberal arts and professional studies;      (2) to provide expertise for success in an American Dietetics Association (ADA) accredited dietetic internship program; (3) to provide knowledge-based skills to promote students in advanced degree programs.

Students pursuing a specialization in dietetics should apply for entrance into the HSU Didactic Program upon completion of FCS 1023, FCS 1081, FCS 2053, and FCS 2103. The knowledge acquired from these courses will be assessed by a required entrance exam.  A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 along with a score of  75% or greater on the entrance exam are required for acceptance into the HSU Didactic Program. 

The didactic program in dietetics is currently granted approval status by the Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education of the American Dietetic Association, 216 W. Jackson Blvd., Chicago, IL  60606-6995, 312-899-5400.

 Eligibility to take the Registration Exam of the American Dietetic Association requires a B.S. degree plus completion of an approved internship in dietetics.

FCS	3393	Food Economics	3
FCS	3403	Experimental Food Science	3
FCS	3413	Community and Life Cycle Nutrition	3
FCS	3423	Advanced Nutrition	3
FCS	4433	Nutrition Services Administration	3
FCS	4443	Diet and Disease I	3
FCS	4453	Diet and Disease II	3
FCS	4463	Senior Seminar in Dietetics	3
EDU	4854	Special Methods - FCS	4

 Additional FCS requirements for dietetics are: BIO 2114, BIO 3064, BIO 3094, CED 4703, CHM 1034, CHM 1044, CHM 3313, CSC 2003, MGM 3113, NSG 4201, PSY 1013,  Statistic-choose one: GBU 3133, MTH 2323, PSY 2143, or SOC  3101.

A grade of "C" or better is required for all classes listed above.

Education:
Principles of Learning and Teaching Core Courses (29 hours)

PLT Module I 
     EDU 2423    Foundations of Education
     EDU 3043    Instructional Technology

PLT Module II
     SPE  3013    Psychology of the Exceptional Child
     EDU  4123    Educational Psychology

*PLT Module III
     EDE 3212     Assessment & Edu Measurement (7-12)
     EDE 4223     Classroom Management (7-12)

Adolescence/Young Adulthood Education (7-12)
     EDE 4216    Clinical
     EDU 4216    Content
     EDU 4854    Special Methods - FCS

*Students must be admitted to the teacher education program in order to enroll in PLT Module III courses. 

As of 1/16/02, required scores in Arkansas for the new computerized PPST are the same as those for the PPST (paper and pencil).

 Code         Qualifying Score

 5710  Computerized PPST    Reading         172

 5720  Computerized PPST    Writing           173

 5730  Computerized PPST     Mathematics  171

Fashion Merchandising:

FCS	3313	Introduction to Fashion Merchandising	3
FCS	3343	Fashion Promotion and Merchandising	3
FCS	3353	History of Costume Through the 19th Century	3
FCS	3483	History of Costume:19th Century to Present	3
		(optional with 18 hr. minor)	3
FCS	4303	Quantitative Fashion Buying & Merchandising	3
FCS	4221-6	Directed Field Experience	1-6
FCS	4363	Professional Image Development	3

Foods and Nutrition:

FCS	3393	Food Economics	3
		or
FCS	4433	Nutrition Services Administration	3
FCS	3403	Experimental Food Science	3
FCS	3413	Community and Life Cycle Nutrition	3
FCS	4223	Directed Field Experience	3
FCS	4363	Professional Image Development	3

Minor Requirements for the Bachelor of Science degree

 A minimum of 18 hours (excluding social sciences). Courses selected for minor must be in addition to general education and departmental requirements as stated in the Bachelor of Science plan. Selection of minor will be done with consent of department advisor. Selection of a minor in business administration is strongly recommended for those completing specializations in child care management, fashion merchandising, or foods and nutrition.

 NOTE:  A minor is not required in the dietetics or education specializations.

Associate of Applied Science Degree in Child Care

CSC	___3	Computer Science Elective	3
		(Must have FCS advisor's approval)
COM	2013	Oral Communication	3
ENG	1463, 1473	Freshman English	6
MTH	1243	College Algebra	3
		or
MTH	1033	Math for Liberal Arts	3
PSY	1013	General Psychology	3
FCS	4374	Child Development	4
HIS	2053 or 2063	U.S. History	3
FCS	2063	Parenting	3
FCS	2163	Nutritional Needs of the Young Child	3
FCS	3323	Organization & Administration	3
		of Pre School Programs
FCS	2243-6	Child Care Practicum	3-6
EDU	4032	Creative Arts in Early Childhood Education	2
HPE	3502	Health & Fitness of Young Children	2
HPE	2663	Motor Development & Skills Acquisition	3
SPE	3013	Psychology of Exceptional Child	3
FCS	3153	Family Relations	3
HPR	___1	Physical Education Activity	1
	___6	Directed Electives	6
		(Must have FCS advisor's approval)

Family and Consumer Sciences Minor Requirements

 A minimum of 18 hours with 15 hours coming from one of each of the five  subject matter areas: Child Development & Family Relations, Clothing & Textiles, Consumer Education & Family Resource Management, Foods & Nutrition, and Housing & Home Furnishings.  One additional three-hour, upper-level family and consumer sciences elective will also be required.  Or, the student may choose to acquire these hours in one of the following areas of specialization:  Child Care Management, Fashion Merchandising or Foods and Nutrition.
 
Minor in Child and Family Dynamics

 The Department of Family and Consumer Sciences and the Department of Sociology jointly administer an interdisciplinary minor in Child and Family Dynamics.  The following are the core courses required and elective options for this minor:

Common Core:  (required courses - 12 hours)

FCS	2063	Parenting
FCS	3123	Family Relationships
		or
SOC	3033	Marriage and the Family
FCS	4374	Child Development
		or
SOC	4223	Childhood Socialization
HS	3023	Social Welfare Policy and Institutions

 Elective Options:   (Select two courses - 6 hours)

FCS	2103	Nutrition
FCS	4183	Family Resource Management
		or
FCS	4203	Consumer Education
FCS	4193	Family Housing Problems
SOC	3043	Sociology of Education
SOC	3313	Juvenile Delinquency
SOC	4503	Domestic Violence

Total Minor Requirement 18 hours.

Courses in Family and Consumer Sciences

FCS 1013. Textiles and Clothing. An introductory course in textiles. A study of construction and finishes of textiles as related to the selection, use, and care of fabrics for clothing and household articles.

FCS 1023.  Foods. A study of all types of food and principles of food preparation.

FCS 1081.  Family and Consumer Sciences Seminar.  Introduction to the role of a family and consumer sciences professional in today's society.  Discussion of professional opportunities, current issues and new directions in family and consumer sciences.

FCS 2043.  Clothing Construction. Fundamental principles applied to the selection and construction of materials such as cottons, linens, and synthetics. A study of the design principles as they apply to apparel design for the individual figure type.

;FCS 2053.  Meal Management. Consideration is given to the problems involved in the purchasing of the food and the planning, preparing and serving of family meals. A study is made of table appointments, table service, and shortcuts for food preparation. Some time is given to foods for special occasions. The wise use of time, energy, and money is stressed in various problems. Demonstrations and use of small appliances and equipment related to meal preparation are included. Prerequisite: FCS 1023 or consent.

FCS 2063.  Parenting.  A study of the basic principles and skills for parenting effectiveness.  The application of fundamental tasks and issues in child-rearing will be made to unique characteristics and developmental stages of children.  Consideration will be given to problems unique to contemporary parents.

FCS 2071-3.  Independent Study. A variable credit course designed to provide study and instruction for those pursuing a specialized interest. Seminars, workshops, institutes, readings, research, and reports will be utilized.

FCS 2103.  Nutrition. The fundamental principles of human nutrition and their application in the selection of adequate diets.  Study is made of some research.  Prerequisite: CHM 1034,1044, or equivalent.

FCS 2163.  Nutritional Needs of Young Children. A study of the nutritional requirements of young children. Emphasis will be placed on implementing nutrition in the preschool curriculum.

FCS 2221-6.  Directed Field Experience. Supervised work experience for students to be arranged with local businesses, local or state agencies, or community organizations which work with children, families, or serve customers. May include selected activities originating in the Department of Family and Consumer Sciences. Prerequisite: 15 hours of family and consumer sciences or consent of instructor.

FCS 2243 & 2246.  Child Care Practicum. A one or two-semester supervised field training experience in the HSU Child Service Center.  Prerequisite:  FCS majors only.

FCS 3093.  Apparel Quality Analysis. A comprehensive study and analysis of fashion apparel with emphasis on ready to wear and accessories from both the retailer's and the consumer's viewpoint.

FCS 3123.  Home Furnishing. An introductory course in basics of interior design. The course is planned to give students a working knowledge of the basic design principles and the integration of these principles into living spaces and activities. Problems related to furniture refinishing and/or window treatments are included. Prerequisite: ART 2603 or equivalent.

FCS 3141.  Dimensions of Professional Development. A survey course designed to introduce students to selected elements of career planning and effective personal presentation.  Includes topics such as goal setting, skills assessment, job search techniques, and social workplace etiquette.

FCS 3153.  Family Relations. The dynamics of interpersonal relationships among family members at each stage of the life cycle.  Open to non-majors.

FCS 3253.   New York Fashion Study Tour.  A planned educational study tour of selected facets of the fashion industry and of New York as a fashion center.

FCS 3263.  Decorative Arts. A study of currently popular crafts and needlework planned for those who wish to become proficient in executing basic techniques and skills, in handling a wide variety of materials, and in developing one's own designs. Emphasis will also be placed on history, background of crafts and on entrepreneurial aspects of crafts.  Open to non-majors.

FCS 3313.  Introduction to Fashion Merchandising. A study of fashion including influences on fashion, the economics of fashion, fashion movement, fashion prediction, centers and designers, and fashion promotion.

FCS 3323.  Organization and Administration of Pre School Programs. A study of the organizational structure, management, curriculum development, licensing, equipment and facilities needed to operate pre school centers.  Includes on-sight child service center observations.

FCS3343.  Fashion Promotion and Merchandising.  An analysis of the function, principles, methods, and evaluation of various fashion promotion activities related to advertising, publicity, special events, visual merchandising, fashion shows, personal selling, and public relations.  Techniques and strategies for promoting fashion merchandise to target markets will be discussed.

FCS 3353. (WI) Historic Costume Through the 19th Century. A study of the development of costume from ancient Egypt to present. Emphasis will be on knowledge of fashion influences of past and present as a tool for making fashion predictions.  This course meets the writing intensive requirements for FCS majors.  Open to non-majors.

FCS 3383.  Sports Nutrition.  The fundamental principles of human nutrition and their application in the selection of adequate diets for athletes as well as non-athletes. Study is made of some research. Prerequisite: Introduction to Chemistry.

FCS 3393.  Food Economics.  Study and application of quantity food purchasing, production techniques, and storage to achieve cost effectiveness and maximum quality in the institutional and commercial settings.  Emphasis on food safety and sanitation.  Includes 30 observation hours in an institutional foodservice facility.  Prerequisite: FCS 1023.

FCS 3403.  Experimental Food Science.  Study of the chemical and physical properties of various foods and use in the food industry to affect product standards and enhance the modern food supply.  Experimentation involving preparation, preservation, cooking methods, and food safety. Prerequisites: CHM 1034 and 1044; FCS 1023.

FCS 3413.  Community and Life Cycle Nutrition.  Study of nutritional needs and unique considerations throughout the life cycle.  Survey of nutritional resources available in the community and food and nutrition policies affecting individuals in various stages of development. Prerequisite: FCS 2103.

FCS 3423.  Advanced Nutrition.  Advanced study of the nutrients and their relationship to the human body. Emphasis on the digestion, absorption, and metabolism of nutrients as well as interpretation of current research.  Application is made to the individual nutritional status throughout the life cycle. Prerequisites: CHM 1034 and 1044; FCS 2103.

FCS 3472.  Family and Community Relations.  A study of family-system theory to prepare early childhood professionals who must establish and maintain positive and collaborative relationships.  The study will also identify legislation, public policy, and resources in the larger community.

FCS 3483.  History of Costume: 19th Century to Present.  A study of the development of costume beginning with the 19th Century and continuing to the present.  Aspects of social, economic, technological, cultural and inspirational environments are examined for their influence on the development of costumes.  Costume innovators from Charles Worth to the present are studied.  Open to non-majors.

FCS 4183. (WI) Family Resource Management. An intensive study of the management of family resources. Course emphasis includes values, goals, standards, human and non human resources, decision making. Emphasis is placed on application of management practices to the home, family, and special population groups such as the disabled and the elderly.  This course meets the writing intensive requirements for FCS majors.

FCS 4193.  Family Housing Problems. A study is made of historical architectural designs. Consideration is given to providing proper housing for the family. Consideration is given to home sites, cost factors, methods of financing, legal aspects, home planning, and remodeling. Open to non majors.

FCS 4203. (WI) Consumer Education. Factors important to the home in buying food, clothing, and household equipment. Special emphasis in standardization of merchandise for the consumer, brands, labeling, grading, and advertising. This course meets the writing intensive requirements for FCS majors. Open to non majors.

FCS 4221 6.  Directed Field Experience. Supervised work experiences for fashion merchandising students to be arranged with local businesses that deal with fashion apparel. Also, field experiences to be arranged with local or state agencies, businesses or community organizations which work with children, families, or serve consumers. May include selected activities originating in the Department of Family and Consumer Sciences. Prerequisite: 15 hours of family and consumer sciences or consent of instructor.
 
FCS 4303.  Quantitative Fashion Buying and Merchandising.  Analysis and application of the principles of effective merchandising of fashion goods as well as the responsibilities of buyers in this process.  Includes techniques for profitable merchandise planning and control, markup, turnover, pricing, markdowns, and open-to-buy through numerical concepts and calculations.  Prerequisite: FCS 3313, MTH 1033, MTH 1243 or consent of instructor.

FCS 4363. Professional Image Development. The development of an individual's professional image is studied and analyzed while concentrating on the following areas:  one's professional interest in the world of work covering all aspects of the job search from goal assessment and information gathering through accepting/declining offers; the study and analysis of individual development and wardrobe planning; emphasis is also placed on social/workplace etiquette, public speaking and ethics at work.  Open to non-majors.

FCS 4374.  Child Development.  Lecture and discussions on the growth and development of the child, prenatal through preschool. Special studies and observations are made of the child in the HSU Child Service Center. Prerequisite: General Psychology.

FCS 4433.  Nutrition Services Administration.  Study and application of food service organization and management principles.  Emphasis on facility, human resource, materials, and financial management. Prerequisite: MGM 3133.

FCS 4443.  Diet and Disease I.  Study of the characteristics, symptoms, nutritional considerations, diet therapy of various disease states. Prerequisite: FCS 3423.

FCS 4453.  Diet and Disease II.  Study of medical nutrition therapy in various disease states.  Emphasis on nutrition support and alternate feeding techniques.  Includes practicum in a clinical healthcare facility. Prerequisites: FCS 3423, FCS 4443.

FCS 4463. (WI) Senior Seminar in Dietetics.  Capstone course integrating research analysis, knowledge of statistics, and teaching methods.  Emphasis on current literature in the field of dietetics and on marketing the dietetic profession. Prerequisites: Statistics and Senior status.  This course meets the writing intensive requirements  for FCS dietetics specialization majors.