The School of Agricultural and Natural Sciences

CHILD DEVELOPMENT

CHDE 220 Foundations of Early Childhood Education — 3cr.

Provides a conceptual framework of examining roles and services in early childhood education. Includes historical, social, and philosophical influences and emphasizes current trends, issues, and practices. Attention is given to family and professional partnerships. Introduces basic techniques for observing children. Field experience required. Prerequisite: PSYC 200.

CHDE 222 Infant/Child Development and Learning — 3 cr.

Study of how children develop and learn from conception to middle childhood. Theory and research relating to the physical, social-personal, and cognitive development of children and the role of family are emphasized. Field experience required. Prerequisite: PSYC 200.

CHDE 224 Emerging Language & Literacy — 3 cr.

Examiniation of theories, process and acquisition and language arts; cognitive, linguistic, social and physiological factors involved in oral and written language development Prerequisite: CHDE 222.

CHDE 323 Creative Activities For Young Children — 3 cr.

Designed to provide many opportunities to gain techniques and resources for art, music, play, and creative dramatics. Identify resources and age appropriate activities to develop skills for organizing and presenting creative activities to young children. Two lectures and one two hour laboratory. Prerequisite: CHDE 220, 222. Child Development majors only.

CHDE 325 Special Needs in Early Childhood — 3 cr.

Provides framework for using principles of developmentally appropriate practice to design effective learning programs for young children with special needs. Focus will include children from birth to age 8 and their families who are in a variety of early childhood settings. Prerequisite: CHDE 220, 222. Child Development majors only.

CHDE 327 Curriculum and Instruction for Infants and Toddlers — 3cr. 

Provides application of theoretical and empirical research for field observations and curriculum projects. Integration of curricula responsive to individual needs in multidisciplinary and inclusive settings. Emphasis is on the study of parent-child relations and early socialization with significant others and peers in program environments through activities which foster all areas of development. Prerequisite: CHDE 220, 222. Child Development majors only.

CHDE 330 Observing and Interpreting Behavior of Young Children — 3 cr.

Approaches will be provided for observing, recording and interpreting the behaviors of children who are developing 

normally and those with special needs in a variety of early childhood education settings. A child observational study is required. Two hours lecture and one two hour laboratory. Prerequisite: CHDE 220, 222. Child Development majors only.

CHDE 332 Curriculum and Instruction for Preschool Children — 3 cr.

Curriculum development and instructional strategies for pre-school children in a variety of settings such as nursery schools, day care and home-care center. Headstart, hospitals, and community programs. Field experience required. Prerequisite: 
CHDE 327. Child Development majors only.

CHDE 427 Partnerships — 3 cr.

Examines the role of the teacher and parent in the school setting with the goals of maximizing the child's education and developing insights into students' growth. Development of strategies for parent-teacher collaboration that support growth of the child's learning potential in home and school environments. Prerequisites: CHDE 330, 332. Child Development majors only; senior standing.

CHDE 430 Supervision and Administration of Early Childhood Programs — 3 cr. 

Examination of the role and function an early childhood program administrator. Focus will include planning, budgeting, financing, staffing and the facilitation of parent involvement childhood programs. Students assess educational and professional information needs in terms of the system services available. Materials and experiences in this course are appropriate for the early childhood education student as well as the practicing director. Prerequisite: CHDE 330, 332. Child Development majors only; senior status or permission of instructor.

CHDE 440 School Age Programming — 3 cr.

Students examine appropriate principles, materials and methods used with school age children. Emphasis is place on growth and development of children 5 to 12 years of age. Development and implementation of age appropriate activities is considered as well as classroom management, environmental planning, utilization of community resources, and communication with parents. Prerequisites: CHDE 222. Child Development majors only.

FASHION MERCHANDISING

FMCT 141 Introduction to the Fashion Industry — 3 cr. 

An introduction to the fashion industry including the organization and operation of various firms in the textiles and apparel industry; career opportunities and fashion trends. Forty clock hours of work experience in a retail or related setting.

FMCT 201 Clothing and Textiles for Consumers — 3 cr. 

Basic knowledge of fabric characteristics and its application in the selection of products for apparel and home furnishings. Study of social, cultural, economic, and psychological factors that influence choices related to textile products.

FMCT 300 Historic Costumes — 3 cr.

The study of historic costume and design reflecting the social, economic, and political environment of the past and the fashion cycle relating historic costume/designs to current fashions.

FMCT 321 Fashion Illustration — 3 cr.

Rendering fabrics in the various values of textile patterns, drawing the figure, and illustrating designs on the fashion figure. One lecture and two laboratories.

FMCT 341/H Fashion Buying & Merchandising/ Honors — 3 cr. 

Practical application of buying practices and procedures; merchandise planning, controlling, budgeting, merchandise assortment planning, and managing inventory. Prerequisite: FMCT 141, MATH 109 or higher, Co-requisite: MKTG 308.

FMCT 342/ H Advertising and Promotion/ Honors — 3 cr.

Theory and practice of the principles and techniques 

of advertising and promotion for retailers. Students analyze and critique how marketing objectives and strategies are affected by advertisements, publicity, visual merchandising, and special events. Advertising strategies and creative concepts for a promotion campaign is developed by the students. Prerequisite: FMCT 141 and Junior standing.

FMCT 361 Apparel Construction/Evaluation — 3 cr.

An introduction to various sewing techniques, and use of commercial pattern. Identification and classification of garment components, and evaluation of ready-to-wear apparel. One lecture and two laboratories.

FMCT 381 Textiles I — 3 cr.

Study of natural and manmade fibers, yarns, fabric construction, dyeing, printing and finishing of textiles. Two lectures and one laboratory. 

FMCT 382/H Textiles II/ Honors — 3 cr.

A study of physical properties of fabric with regard to the performance of garments in use. Students learn to operate textile testing equipment, compile and analyze data, and relate the results to the overall performance of fabrics and garments. One lecture and two laboratories. Prerequisite: FMCT 381.

FMCT 390 Product Development — 3 cr.

Introduction of the theoretical and practical aspects of the principle and techniques used in the creation, production, marketing and distribution of new fashion related products that meet customer needs in the microeconomic global marketplaces. Actual prototypes will be created. Three lecture hours. Prerequsite: BUED 212 and MKTG 308 or instructor's permission.

FMCT 422 Apparel Design: Pattern Drafting and Draping — 3 cr. 

Basic principles of flat pattern design and draping. Development of the master pattern and its use in the design and production of marketable apparel. One lecture and two laboratories. Prerequisite: FMCT 361. 

FMCT 441 Visual Merchandising — 3 cr.

Study of principles and practices of visual merchandising. Creation of window and interior promotional displays. Emphasis on actual planning and production of displays, includes field trips and guest speakers. Prerequisites: FMCT 342.

FMCT 460 Clothing For Special Needs — 3 cr.

Emphasis on clothing selection, basic fitting, and sewing techniques to meet needs related to age, figure type, and physical disability. Two lectures and one laboratory. Prerequisite: FMCT 361.

FMCT 463 Tailoring/Alterations — 3 cr.

This course is designed to teach the fundamentals of tailoring and alterations. Tailoring techniques include short-cut tailoring methods as well as samples of custom tailoring techniques. Students learn to apply alteration techniques for various fitting problems. One lecture and two laboratories. Majors only. Prerequisite: FMCT 361. 

FMCT 497 Fashion Merchandising/Textiles Study Tours — 1-3 cr. 

A study of the many facets of the fashion industry including textile and apparel manufacturing, designer showrooms, testing laboratory, pattern companies, and museums. Majors only.

HUMAN ECOLOGY

HUEC 100 First Year Experience Seminar — 1 cr.

This course is to provide an opportunity for students to make a 

seamless transition from high school to college. Essential skills for transition will be explored and discussed. This course will assist in developing cognitive skills and will assist students in adjusting personally and socially to the college environment. Additionally this course shall facilitate self-awareness and interpersonal communication. Required for all first year students. This course is taken by Human Ecology majors in lieu of GNST 101. One lecture.

HUEC 101 Principles of Art and Design — 3 cr.

The study of basic principles of art and design through the application of a variety of media to everyday living situations. Two lectures and one laboratory.

HUEC 203 Human Development: A Lifespan Perspective — 3 cr.

A study of human development from conception to death and interactions within the family system from a lifespan perspective. Meets Gen. Ed. Req. Area II. Previously HUEC 102.

HUEC 220 Perspectives on Aging — 3 cr.

This course examines the characteristics and quality of life for older Americans, particularly the rural elderly population. Meets Gen. Ed. Req. Area II.

HUEC 230 Multicultural Perspectives on Families in the U.S. — 3cr. 

The course is an interdisciplinary introduction to the concepts central to multiculturalism and diversity as it applies to the study of contemporary families in the U.S. Meets Gen. Ed. Req. Area VI.

HUEC 310/ H Resource Management/ Honors — 3 cr.

This course focuses on the allocation and management of resources, personal and family financial decision making, and wise selection and purchase of consumer goods and services. Prerequisite: Basic Math, Economics, Sociology and Psychology.

HUEC 361 Contemporary Family Issues — 3 cr.

Study of contemporary issues affecting the family system such as parenting, divorce, death, drug dependence, non-traditional life styles, mobility, and chronic illness. Prerequisite: Basic courses in Sociology and Psychology. Meets Gen. Ed. Req. Area II.

HUEC 370 Professional Development — 2 cr.

Preparation for the professional career. Emphasis on resume writing and interviewing for employment, dressing for success, developing a professional image, moving up the career ladder. Planning and organizing presentations before small and large audiences. Majors only.

HUEC 399 Pre-Internship Seminar — 1 cr.

Emphasis on preparing students for internships in their discipline. Majors only. Prerequisite: Junior level standing.

HUEC 400 Internship — 3-5 cr.

Supervised work experience in an approved work setting planned cooperatively with business establishments, agency, or center. Fashion and family and consumer science students take this course during the summer preceeding the senior year for three credits. Child development students register for five credits during their final semester and register concurrently with HUEC 450 and 409. 200 clock hours of field experience required. Prerequisite: HUEC 399. Majors only.

HUEC 409 Post-Internship Seminar — 1 cr.

Seminar presentations of interns' work experience in their discipline. Majors only. Prerequisite: Senior level standing, HUEC 400 or permission of the instructor.

HUEC 450 Practicum-Human Development — 1-5 cr.

A concentrated, continuous, on the job experience in various aspects of human services under the supervision and guidance of trained personnel. Students with Child Development concentration will observe and participate with groups of young children in Day Care./Headstart Centers or older children in shelters and youth programs. Students taking this course for a minor in gerontology will be assigned to an agency/organization or institution that serves the elderly. Forty clock hours for each credit hour.

HUEC 460 The Family and Aging — 3 cr.

Study of the aging process and its impact on the family: characteristics, attitudes, behaviors, and concerns of older people, including their physical, psychological, social, and economic needs. Related legislative and community resources are also examined. 

HUEC 464 Social Psychology of Food,Clothing and Shelter — 3 cr. 

An interdisciplinary examination of the socio-psychological and economic dimensions of choices related to food, clothing, and shelter in multicultural family and community environments.

HUEC 474/H Research Methodology/Honors — 2 cr.

Introduction to research, critical review of current literature in the student's major field of study, and the evaluation and interpretation of research findings. Research project is required. Prerequisite: Senior level status. Majors only.

HUEC 487/H Supervisory Management/ Honors — 3 cr.

Principles and applications of managerial skills required for first-line supervisors. Emphasis on supervisory functions, decision-making, delegation, motivation, leadership styles, communication, and conflict-resolution. Open to all students. Prerequisite: Senior standing.

HUEC 490/H Consumer Motivation/ Honors — 3 cr.

An interdisciplinary approach to the study of consumer motivation and behavior in the marketplace with emphasis on functioning of the market system and models of consumer behavior. Three lectures. Prerequisite: Basic courses in Economics, Sociology, and Psychology.

HUEC 499 Independent Study/Undergraduate Research — 1-3 cr. 

Students who wish to get advanced experience in a particular area of their discipline and an opportunity to do supervised, individualized studies may enroll in this course. The maximum number of undergraduate special topics or independent study credits that may be taken with the same prefix and number is determined by the student's major department. Department chair's approval is required. Majors only.

INTD 243 Human Factors of Design Theory — 3 cr.

A study of the interaction of people and the built environment. Examination of ergonomics, anthropometrics, and proxemics in human factors and lifespan issues as they relate to the design of interiors. Prerequisites: PSYC 200, SOCI 101.

INTD 343 Dwelling — 3 cr.

An examination of contemporary housing issues within the context of the socio-economic, political, and psychological factors that impact the process of housing. Major theories and policies will be discussed. 

NUTRITION / DIET

NUDT 210 Elements of Nutrition — 3 cr.

Fundamentals of human nutrition: survey of the processes of digestion, absorption, and metabolism of food constituents. Includes a study of dietary standards and evaluations as well as factors which affect nutritional requirements.

NUDT 211 Scientific Principles of Food I — 3 cr.

A fundamental course in food preparation based on physical, chemical, and nutritional changes occurring in food during storage, cooking, processing, and preservation. Two lectures and one laboratory.

NUDT 212 Scientific Principles of Food II — 3 cr.

A continuation of NUDT 211. A fundamental course in the application of food preparation based on physical, chemical, and nutritional changes occurring in food during storage, cooking, processing, and preservation. One lecture and two laboratories. Prerequisite: NUDT 211.

NUDT 214 Infant and Child Nutrition — 3 cr.

The study of nutrition from conception through adolescence, including factors affecting nutrient requirements, food choices, and nutritional problems. Special emphasis on managing feeding problems and the relationship between nutrition, and physical and mental development. 

NUDT 300 Essentials of Nutrition Practice — 1 cr.

A review of the history of the nutrition/dietetics profession and the educational and experiential requirements for the nutrition practitioner. Content includes legislation, standards, and regulations affecting practice; professional and bioethics; career opportunities; and factors which affect the delivery of nutrition services. Junior level dietetics majors or permission of the instructor.

NUDT 305 Nutrition in the Life Cycle — 3 cr.

A study of the nutritional requirements and related health concerns occurring in the life cycle. This course focuses on nutrient needs from infancy through childhood, adolescence, the reproductive cycle, adulthood, and maturity and aging. Prerequisite: NUDT 210 or permission of the instructor.

NUDT 310 Nutrition Education and Counseling — 3 cr.

Principles and techniques in nutrition education; a study of methodologies and counseling strategies to assess and modify nutritional behavior. Prerequisite: PSYC 200.

NUDT 391 Nutritional Science I — 3 cr.

A scientific study of human nutrition in health and disease with emphasis on basic food nutrients, their requirements, utilization, and dietary adaptations. Prerequisite: CHEM 211 and 212.

NUDT 392 Nutritional Science II — 3 cr.

Principles of nutrition relating to metabolism of proteins, lipids, minerals, and vitamins. Survey of current literature and research in nutrition. Prerequisite: NUDT 391 and CHEM 341.

NUDT 401 Clinical Nutrition I — 3 cr.

Application of nutritional concepts to the treatment of disease states. Concepts and/or skills acquired include screening/assessment, food drug interaction, and nutritional care management. Prerequisite: NUDT 392.

NUDT 402 Clinical Nutrition II — 3 cr.

A continuation of NUDT 401. A study of the physiological basis for dietary modification and nutritional support in treatment of diseases of major organ systems and in-born errors of metabolism. Prerequisite: NUDT 401.

NUDT 471 Foodservice Systems Management — 5 cr.

Survey of foodservice systems, organization, and management. Exploration of concepts and applications for menu planning, purchasing, production, service, and resource management. Content also includes marketing strategies and use of computer technology in foodservice operations. Course combines didactic and laboratory experience. Three lectures and two laboratories. Senior level dietetics majors or permission of the instructor.

NUDT 473 Community Nutrition — 3 cr.

A study of planning, implementation and evaluation of nutrition programs; strategies and resources for community needs assessment; and health promotion and disease prevention; Discussion of political factors that influence nutrition programming and funding are also included. 

NUDT 475 Senior Practicum — 4 cr. 

Experiences designed to allow students to observe and practice the role of nutrition practitioner in a health care setting. One hundred sixty clock hours required. Prerequisite: Senior level status. Majors only.

NUDT 483 Nutrition Laboratory — 3 cr.

Digestibility studies with monogastric animals, proximate analysis of various food products, and feeding trials demonstrating classical nutritional deficiencies in laboratory animals. Permission of the instructor.

NUDT 484 Nutrition Research — 3-5 cr.

Principles of basic experimental design to carry out an intensive study of a specific project in the student's area of specialization. Individual project. Prerequisite: Senior level status and permission of the instructor.

NUDT 485 International Nutrition — 3 cr.

Nutritional status of world population in local, national, and international programs for improvement.

NUDT 499 Independent Study/Undergraduate Research — 1-5 cr.

Designed for nutrition and dietetics majors wishing to explore topics of special interest through an independent study. Students must obtain prior approval of the independent project from the course instructor, and permission of the department chair. Course is limited to nutrition and dietetics majors only.

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