Mar 29, 2024  
2018-2019 EIU Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2018-2019 EIU Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

EIU Course Descriptions


Generally, courses numbered 1000-1999 are freshman courses; 2000-2999, sophomore courses; 3000-3999, junior courses; 4000-4999, senior courses; and 5000-6999, graduate courses. However, if prerequisites are met, students may enroll according to the following schedule:

 

Class   Courses Numbered
Freshman   1000   2000 a a
Sophomore   1000   2000 3000 a
Junior   1000   2000 3000 4000
Senior   1000   2000 3000 4000/5000-5499b
Graduate       4750-4999c 5000-6999  
  • a – Courses numbered 3000-4999 in chemistry, foreign languages, mathematics, and military science may be taken by students who have prerequisites and permission of the department chairperson.
  • b – Courses numbered 5000-5499 may be taken by students who have a 2.75 GPA and permission of instructor and Dean of the Graduate School.
  • c– Courses numbered 4750-4999 are open to juniors, seniors, and graduate students.

Numbers in parentheses following the course title indicate the number of class hours per week, laboratory or studio hours per week, and credit hours. For example (3-0-3) indicates three hours of classroom work each week, no laboratory hours, and three semester hours credit. Students enrolled in courses whose meeting times are noted as “arranged” (Arr.) should contact the instructor by the beginning of the semester. Unless indicated as below, courses are offered every term. Offering times indicated are: Su – Summer Term; F – Fall Semester; S - Spring Semester. Writing-Intensive courses are designated “WI.”

Prerequisites for courses are printed immediately following the course description. Prerequisites are predicated upon the assumption that students require certain knowledge and/or skills gained in one or more previous courses. Of particular concern in this regard are courses numbered 3000 or above, especially those required in majors and minors. Such courses often connect to a series of prerequisites, and, in many cases, only the highest ranking prerequisite in the series is listed with the course description. Students must be aware that the listed prerequisite may itself have one or more prerequisites. It is the student’s responsibility to consult the catalog course descriptions to be sure that all prerequisites in a series have been met.

A student may not enroll in a course serving as a prerequisite for another course he or she has already completed. (This rule does not apply to students who do not earn grades of C or better in ENG 1001G, ENG 1002G, and/or CMN 1310G or in accepted substitutions.) A student may not enroll in a lower level course which substantially duplicates a higher level course already completed. Should a student violate this prescription, he/she may not receive credit for the course toward graduation.

 

English (ENG)

  
  • ENG 4775 - Studies in Literature, Culture, Theory.


    (3-0-3) F. Basic principles of evaluating the standard literary genres, or tenets of a specific school of criticism, or the examination of major aesthetic questions. Topics to be announced. WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    ENG 1002G. May be repeated once with permission of the Department Chairperson.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ENG 4776 - Research and Rhetoric in Professional Writing.


    (3-0-3) F. This course focuses on rhetorical principals, research methods and primary research as they relate to professional writing and composition. The course may be repeated once with credit.  A limit of 6 hours may be applied to a major or minor. WC

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    ENG 2760 or ENG 3005 or permission of the instructor

    Credits: 3
  
  • ENG 4801 - Integrating the English Language Arts.


    (3-0-3) F, S. Strategies for integrating the English language arts, including literature, composition, speech, drama, and works in other media such as film. Attention to pedagogical theory and its practical applications. Includes 5 hours of on-site pre-clinical experience. WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    ENG 1002G and SED 2000.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ENG 4850 - Studies in Postcolonial and Third World Literatures.


    (3-0-3) F. Focused study of major region, theme or writers in nonwestern or third world literatures. Readings are studied in their socio-cultural and historical contexts. WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    ENG 1002G. May be repeated once with permission of the Department Chairperson.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ENG 4901 - History of the English Language.


    (3-0-3) F. Historical, geo-graphic, and social dialects of English; phonological changes and other alterations in the structure and vocabulary of the English language. WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    ENG 1002G.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ENG 4903 - Young Adult Literature.


    (3-0-3) S. Study of literature written for and about adolescents with emphasis on various genres, movements, themes, and major writers. WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    ENG 1002G.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ENG 4904 - Studies in Film.


    (3-2-3) S. In-depth study of major periods, genres, history, criticism and/or theory of film. Topics to be announced. WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    ENG 1002G. May be repeated once with permission of the Department Chairperson.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ENG 4905 - Studies in Youth Literature.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. Studies in-depth of some aspect of children’s literature. Topics to be announced. WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    ENG 1002G. May be repeated once with permission of the Department Chairperson.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ENG 4906 - Issues in the Teaching of English.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. Advanced pedagogy course on various topics in the teaching of writing, literature and language. Topics such as critical pedagogy, teaching creative writing, teaching professional writing, social justice issues in the classroom, and other topics to be announced. WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    A grade of “C” or better in ENG 1002G or equivalent. May be repeated once with credit (with permission).

    Credits: 3

Entrepreneurship (ENT)

  
  • ENT 3300 - Foundations of Entrepreneurship.


    (3-0-3) F, S.  Introduction to and overview of entrepreneurship and the entrepreneurial process. Seeks to develop an understanding of the role of the entrepreneur and new venture creation from a local/national/international perspective. Overview of the major functions of business as they relate to entrepreneurship.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Completion of 45 semester hours of coursework.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ENT 3500 - Marketing and Innovation for Entrepreneurial Ventures.


    (3-0-3) S. A systematic exploration of market opportunities from an entrepreneurial perspective, including idea generation, development, and market launch. Content includes: domestic and foreign product development, legal considerations, market segmentation and analysis, and the evaluation of competition. Long-term marketing strategy is communicated through the marketing section of a venture plan.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    ENT 3300 and enrollment in the Entrepreneurship Minor; or permission of the Associate Chair, School of Business.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ENT 3700 - Financing for Entrepreneurial Ventures.


    (3-0-3) F. A study of financial and legal issues related to financing entrepreneurial ventures. Topics include sources of financing, working with attorneys and accountants, legal aspects of reducing owners’ risk, fundamentals of financial statement analysis, and analyzing and developing the financial section of a venture plan.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    ENT 3300 and enrollment in the Entrepreneurship Minor; or permission of the Associate Chair, School of Business.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ENT 4500 - Entrepreneurial Management and Venture Plan Development.


    (3-0-3) S. An exploration and application of the venture development and operations process including start-up issues; organizing, planning, and launching the venture; management of people and growth; and other entrepreneurial challenges are explored. Course culminates in development and presentation of a venture plan.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    ENT 3500 and ENT 3700 and enrollment in the Entrepreneurship Minor or permission of the Associate Chair, School of Business.

    Credits: 3

Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS)

  
  • FCS 1120 - Food Selection and Preparation.


    (1-2-2) On Demand. Food selection considerations and basic food preparation practices. A limit of 2 hours may be applied to a major or minor.

    Credits: 2
  
  • FCS 1121 - Food Service Sanitation.


    (1-0-1) On Demand. Food production and food service sanitation and safety standards and regulations for food service operations, including food storage, food handling practices, and foodborne illnesses.

    Credits: 1
  
  • FCS 1275 - Family and Consumer Sciences Practicum.


    (Arr.-Arr.-1) On Demand. An individually designed and supervised work experience course in a family and consumer sciences (FCS) related career area. This practicum is designed for Family and Consumer Sciences majors and non-majors. Course may be repeated to a maximum of 2 hours. Not in the same semester.

    Credits: 1
  
  • FCS 1800 - Lifespan Human Development.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. Growth and development of individuals from conception through senescence. Influence of families and society on individual development in each stage of the life cycle.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 2100 - Personal Nutrition.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. Study of the impact of individual food behaviors on the nutritional status of individuals and families and behavior modification strategies to promote healthy eating choices. A limit of 3 hours may be applied to a major or minor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 2140 - Quantity Food Production.


    (2-2-3) F, S. Practical experience in quantity food production, menu planning, recipe standardization and quality improvement.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FCS 1120, FCS 1121, and FCS 2100.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 2233 - Introduction to Fashion Merchandising.


    (3-0-3) F. Analysis of businesses that distribute and sell both hard and soft lines of fashion goods; emphasis on identification of target customers, organizational structure, promotional activities, and human resource considerations for these types of businesses.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 2234 - Apparel Construction.


    (1-4-3) F, S. A study of basic principles of clothing and soft product construction processes.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 2244 - Textile Analysis.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. The study of molecular (polymer) structure and its influence on design, fabrication, coloration and manufacturing of apparel, home and commercial textiles.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 2245 - Fashion E-Tailing.


     (3-0-3) On Demand. A study of the selling of fashionable goods and services in the world of E-tailing (electronic retailing). 

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 2250 - Consumer Technology.


    (3-0-3) F, S. Overview of consumer technology principles, effective decision making, resource management, marketing, paradigms, trends and roles of entities; ethical and consequential impact of technology rejection, adoption and disposal on diverse consumers, families and environmental resources in the global marketplace.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 2270 - Housing.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. This course will cover the effect of housing on individuals and families; emphasis on housing selection as determined by needs, resources, legal, and financial aspects.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 2275 - Internship for Non-Majors.


    (Arr.-Arr.-3 to 6) On Demand. Individually planned experience in an organization that provides experiences related to the field of FCS; allows for directed study, on-site observation, and participation in daily operations. Open for those who are not Family and Consumer Sciences majors.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Permission of the Chairperson of the School of Family and Consumer Sciences, good academic standing at time of registration, and acceptance of the student by an appropriate organization with completion of required documentation.

    Credits: 3 to 6
  
  • FCS 2300G (3300) - Personal and Family Financial Literacy.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. An introduction to personal and family financial literacy in relation to goal setting, career planning, money management, credit, debt, healthcare, insurance, taxes, housing, investment fundamentals, and retirement plans. Credit will not be granted for both CTE 3000, FCS 2300, and FCS 3300. Note: This course replaces FCS 3300, effective Fall 2018.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 2500 - Foundational Focus of Family and Consumer Sciences.


    (3-0-3) Foundation of the discipline of family and consumer sciences including the history and mission, role in meeting the needs of individuals, families and communities, the integrative nature of the discipline, and career opportunities. Grade and credit hours for this course will be removed if student already has credit for or is registered in FCS 1000.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 2600G - Sustainable Communities.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. A critical examination of the positive and negative components related to individuals and consumers in regards to the environmental, cultural and economic impacts to local and international communities. Effective ways of ensuring sustainable development and practices for individuals and communities within the global, regional and local context will be analyzed. Support of local community development and its linked relationship to the businesses and establishments within communities will be examined. A limit of 3 hours may be applied to a major or minor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 2700 - The Hospitality Industry.


    (3-0-3) F, S. Overview of the hospitality industry with focus on history, career opportunities, maintaining industry standards, and organizational structures of various types of hospitality ventures.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 2740 - Lodging Operations.


    (3-0-3) F, S. Examines hotel and resort rooms division management and operating procedures, including front desk and housekeeping operations and guest relations.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FCS 2700.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 2750 - Nutrition Assessment & Counseling.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. Application of the nutrition care process in the counseling and communicating with individuals and groups in culturally diverse communities. This course is restricted to students majoring in the BS in Family and Consumer Sciences: Dietetics Option.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FCS 2100 or its equivalent

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 2784 - Hospitality Sales and Service.


    (3-0-3) F. An analysis of marketing methods used by sales and service departments in hospitality businesses with an emphasis on selling, planning for, and servicing group meeting and convention business.  WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FCS 2700 and FCS 2740.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 2800 - Family Relationships.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. Study of the family as the basic unit of society; personal relationships, and family interaction throughout the family life cycle.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 2831 - Women in Contemporary Society.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. An interdisciplinary study of the emergence of women as a viable force in contemporary society.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 2850 - Child Development.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. The physical, intellectual, social, and emotional development of the pre-school child.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 3120 - Food Science.


    (2-2-3) On Demand. Scientific principles underlying food preparation and processing; principles of experimental methodology as applied to food science. Open to all who have completed the prerequisite courses.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FCS 1120, FCS 1121, and CHM 1410/1415. A limit of 3 hours may be applied to a major or minor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 3200 (2232) - Historic Costume.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. A historic study of costume (apparel) design and production development as related to current fashion. Note: This course replaces FCS 2232, effective Fall 2018.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 3233 - Retail Mathematics.


    (3-0-3) S. Inventory management concepts, practices and procedures related to the factors that produce profit in the apparel and textile industries.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 3244 - Global Fashion Forecasting.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. A study of global fashion trends in the clothing, automobile, food and beverage, home furnishings and other consumer products and services.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 3245 - Textiles: Color Design Production.


    (3-0-3) F, S. This upper level course will focus on molecular (polymer) structure and its influence on design, fabrication, coloration and manufacturing of apparel, home and commercial textiles.  WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FCS 2244; Computer and World Wide Web proficiency required.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 3340 - Club Management.


    (3-0-3) On Demand.  A study of the organization, administration, operations and opportunities within the club industry with emphasis on the manager’s duties.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FCS 2700 and BUS 2101.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 3370 - Ethical Issues in Hospitality Management.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. A focus on ethical decisions made by managers in the hospitality industry when addressing issues related to operations, customers, and employees. Through application of ethical decision making frameworks and utilizing case studies and debates, future hospitality industry leaders will consider the impact of their own personal values and beliefs, and those of others, on business decisions.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FCS 2700 and BUS 3010.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 3500 - Orientation to Family and Consumer Sciences Internship.


    (3-0-3) This course integrates professional experience, specialization course content, and the body of knowledge for the discipline in an in-depth examination of current issues affecting individuals, families, and communities. The course will also prepare students for internship experience(s) and professional practice. Grade and credit hours for this course will be removed if student already has credit for FCS 4000.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    “C” or better in FCS 2500 or FCS 1000 and the completion of 60 hours. The course is restricted to Juniors and Seniors in one of the Family & Consumer Sciences major.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 3740 - Professional Hospitality Meeting Management.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. Strategic aspects of hospitality meeting and event management with an emphasis on full service hotel and convention/conference facilities. 

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FCS 2740.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 3750A - Independent Study in Family and Consumer Sciences I.


    (1-0-1) or (2-0-2) or (3-0-3) Provides opportunity for in-depth study of family and consumer sciences subjects for which there is not an established course. Course may be repeated once to a maximum of 9 credit hours earned from Independent Studies.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prior approval by the instructor and the chair.

    Credits: 1 to 3
  
  • FCS 3750B - Independent Study in Family and Consumer Sciences II.


    (1-0-1) or (2-0-2) or (3-0-3) Provides opportunity for in-depth study of family and consumer sciences subjects for which there is not an established course. Course may be repeated once to a maximum of 9 credit hours earned from Independent Studies.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prior approval by the instructor and the chair.

    Credits: 1 to 3
  
  • FCS 3750D - Independent Study in Family and Consumer Sciences III.


    (1-0-1) or (2-0-2) or (3-0-3) Provides opportunity for in-depth study of family and consumer sciences subjects for which there is not an established course. Course may be repeated once to a maximum of 9 credit hours earned from Independent Studies.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prior approval by the instructor and the chair.

    Credits: 1 to 3
  
  • FCS 3750E - Independent Study in Family and Consumer Sciences IV.


    (1-0-1) or (2-0-2) or (3-0-3) Provides opportunity for in-depth study of family and consumer sciences subjects for which there is not an established course. Course may be repeated once to a maximum of 9 credit hours earned from Independent Studies.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prior approval by the instructor and the chair.

    Credits: 1 to 3
  
  • FCS 3750 - Independent Study in Family and Consumer Sciences.


    (1-0-1) or (2-0-2) or (3-0-3) Provides opportunity for in-depth study of family and consumer sciences subjects for which there is not an established course.  Course may be repeated once to a maximum of 9 credit hours earned from Independent Studies.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prior approval by the instructor and the chair.

    Credits: 1 to 3
  
  • FCS 3755 - Nutrition Across the Lifespan.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. Concepts of normal human nutrition with emphasis on nutrient needs throughout the lifespan.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FCS 2100 or its equivalent. Restricted to students in the BS in FCS: Dietetics Option. A limit of 3 hours may be applied to a major or minor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 3756 - Program Development for Community Nutrition.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. Factors influencing human nutrition needs and eating patterns and related counseling and educational techniques for use in the community setting.  

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FCS 2100 or its equivalent. Restricted to students in the FCS: Dietetics Option and BS in Health Studies. A limit of 3 hours may be applied to a major or minor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 3757 - Nutrition for Physical Performance.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. Examination of metabolism and energy systems related to physical performance. Plan optimal diets for performance.  Examination and evaluation of controversial practices that may influence metabolism and performance.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FCS 2100 or its equivalent. Restricted to students in the BS in FCS: Dietetics Option, BS in Kinesiology & Sports Studies: Exercise Science Concentration, and BS in Athletic Training. A limit of 3 hours may be applied to a major or minor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 3784 - Commercial Quantity Food Production.


    (1-8-5) F, S.  An experiential based course where students develop the skills needed to plan, produce and serve meals to customers in a commercial setting.  Topics and activities include menu planning, procurement, food production, customer service, marketing and management of meal functions.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FCS 1120, FCS 1121. Note: The credit hours for this course will be revised, effective Spring 2019.

    Credits: 5
  
  • FCS 3786 - Hospitality Operations and Cost Control.


    (3-0-3) S. Integration of hospitality industry operations with emphasis on concepts and application of hospitality managerial accounting to hospitality operations, evaluations and decision making.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FCS 2700 and BUS 2101.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 3800 - Family Life Sex Education.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. To prepare professionals such as family service personnel, educators, and parents to work with individuals and families at various stages in the family cycle in the area of family life and sex education. 

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 3810 - Child Care Issues.


    (1-0-1) On Demand. Introductory exploration of the need for child care, emotional reactions to child care, developmental perspectives in child care, what to look for in a provider, agencies and programs to assist with child care, and facts about abuse and neglect in child care settings.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    This course is restricted to students majoring in the B.S. in Family and Consumer Sciences, ABC (Associate’s to Bachelor’s in Child Care) Program, and B.S. in Career and Technical Education-Family and Consumer Sciences; minoring in Family and Consumer Sciences; and to students in the Lumpkin College of Business & Applied Sciences (or, student from another College who is pursuing a Minor in Family and Consumer Sciences). Course may not be repeated.

    Credits: 1
  
  • FCS 3812 - Nutrition Topics for Child Care Professionals.


    (2-0-2) On Demand. Focus on nutrition/consumption/eating patterns of young children from birth to age eight with an examination of nutrition guidelines and challenges, eating behavior, developmentally appropriate nutrition-related activities, and techniques to facilitate caregivers in providing adequate nutrition for children, including those with special needs. 

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    This course is restricted to students majoring in the B.S. in Family and Consumer Sciences, GST: Childcare Education, and B.S. in Career and Technical Education-Family and Consumer Sciences; minoring in Family and Consumer Sciences; and to students in the Lumpkin College of Business & Applied Sciences (or, student from another College who is pursuing a Minor in Family and Consumer Sciences).

    Credits: 2
  
  • FCS 3840 - Family Theories.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. Analysis of family structure and function, interpersonal dynamics, individual family roles, the role of the family in society, and the formative influences of heritage and culture.  This course is restricted to students majoring in the B.S. in Family and Consumer Sciences and B.S. in Career and Technical Education-Family and Consumer Sciences; minoring in Family and Consumer Sciences; and to students in the Lumpkin College of Business & Applied Sciences (or, student from another College who is pursuing a Minor in Family and Consumer Sciences).

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 3853 - Practicum in Child Development.


    (1-4-3) F, S. A laboratory experience focused on the physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development of the older toddler and preschool-age child. Includes program organization, child and group guidance, parent-teacher relationships, naturalistic observation, and child study. WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FCS 2850 or PSY 3515 or permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 4230A - Special Topics in Family and Consumer Sciences I.


    (1-0-1) or (2-0-2) or (3-0-3) On Demand. Study of special topics and emerging areas in family and consumer sciences not usually covered in other courses. Study may include readings, reports, and group discussions.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 1 to 3
  
  • FCS 4230B - Special Topics in Family and Consumer Sciences II.


    (1-0-1) or (2-0-2) or (3-0-3) On Demand. Study of special topics and emerging areas in family and consumer sciences not usually covered in other courses. Study may include readings, reports, and group discussions.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 1 to 3
  
  • FCS 4230D - Special Topics in Family and Consumer Sciences III.


    (1-0-1) or (2-0-2) or (3-0-3) On Demand. Study of special topics and emerging areas in family and consumer sciences not usually covered in other courses. Study may include readings, reports, and group discussions.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 1 to 3
  
  • FCS 4230E - Special Topics in Family and Consumer Sciences IV.


    (1-0-1) or (2-0-2) or (3-0-3) On Demand. Study of special topics and emerging areas in family and consumer sciences not usually covered in other courses. Study may include readings, reports, and group discussions.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 1 to 3
  
  • FCS 4230F - Special Topics in Family and Consumer Sciences V.


    (1-0-1) or (2-0-2) or (3-0-3) On Demand. Study of special topics and emerging areas in family and consumer sciences not usually covered in other courses. Study may include readings, reports, and group discussions.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 1 to 3
  
  • FCS 4230H - Special Topics in Family and Consumer Sciences VI.


    (1-0-1) or (2-0-2) or (3-0-3) On Demand. Study of special topics and emerging areas in family and consumer sciences not usually covered in other courses. Study may include readings, reports, and group discussions.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 1 to 3
  
  • FCS 4230I - Special Topics in Family and Consumer Sciences VII.


    (1-0-1) or (2-0-2) or (3-0-3) On Demand. Study of special topics and emerging areas in family and consumer sciences not usually covered in other courses. Study may include readings, reports, and group discussions.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 1 to 3
  
  • FCS 4230L - Special Topics in Family and Consumer Sciences VIII.


    (1-0-1) or (2-0-2) or (3-0-3) On Demand. Study of special topics and emerging areas in family and consumer sciences not usually covered in other courses. Study may include readings, reports, and group discussions. Prerequisites & Notes: Permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 1 to 3
  
  • FCS 4230 - Special Topics in Family and Consumer Sciences.


    (1-0-1) or (2-0-2) or (3-0-3) On Demand. Study of special topics and emerging areas in family and consumer sciences not usually covered in other courses. Study may include readings, reports, and group discussions.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 1 to 3
  
  • FCS 4235A - International Special Topics in Family and Consumer Sciences I.


    (1-0-1) or (2-0-2) or (3-0-3) On Demand. Focused study of international topics in foods/nutrition, family studies, consumer affairs, housing, and/or other areas related to family and consumer sciences with variable course content. Intended to provide international focus and in-depth study of current topics not covered in other courses.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 1 to 3
  
  • FCS 4235B - International Special Topics in Family and Consumer Sciences II.


    (1-0-1) or (2-0-2) or (3-0-3) On Demand. Focused study of international topics in foods/nutrition, family studies, consumer affairs, housing, and/or other areas related to family and consumer sciences with variable course content. Intended to provide international focus and in-depth study of current topics not covered in other courses.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 1 to 3
  
  • FCS 4235D - International Special Topics in Family and Consumer Sciences III.


    (1-0-1) or (2-0-2) or (3-0-3) On Demand. Focused study of international topics in foods/nutrition, family studies, consumer affairs, housing, and/or other areas related to family and consumer sciences with variable course content. Intended to provide international focus and in-depth study of current topics not covered in other courses.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 1 to 3
  
  • FCS 4235E - International Special Topics in Family and Consumer Sciences IV.


    (1-0-1) or (2-0-2) or (3-0-3) On Demand. Focused study of international topics in foods/nutrition, family studies, consumer affairs, housing, and/or other areas related to family and consumer sciences with variable course content. Intended to provide international focus and in-depth study of current topics not covered in other courses.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 1 to 3
  
  • FCS 4235F - International Special Topics in Family and Consumer Sciences V.


    (1-0-1) or (2-0-2) or (3-0-3) On Demand. Focused study of international topics in foods/nutrition, family studies, consumer affairs, housing, and/or other areas related to family and consumer sciences with variable course content. Intended to provide international focus and in-depth study of current topics not covered in other courses.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 1 to 3
  
  • FCS 4235I - International Special Topics in Family and Consumer Sciences VII.


    (1-0-1) or (2-0-2) or (3-0-3) On Demand. Focused study of international topics in foods/nutrition, family studies, consumer affairs, housing, and/or other areas related to family and consumer sciences with variable course content. Intended to provide international focus and in-depth study of current topics not covered in other courses.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 1 to 3
  
  • FCS 4235 - International Special Topics in Family and Consumer Sciences.


    (1-0-1) or (2-0-2) or (3-0-3) On Demand. Focused study of international topics in foods/nutrition, family studies, consumer affairs, housing, and/or other areas related to family and consumer sciences with variable course content. Intended to provide international focus and in-depth study of current topics not covered in other courses.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 1 to 3
  
  • FCS 4235H - International Special Topics in Family and Consumer VI.


    (1-0-1) or (2-0-2) or (3-0-3) On Demand. Focused study of international topics in foods/nutrition, family studies, consumer affairs, housing, and/or other areas related to family and consumer sciences with variable course content. Intended to provide international focus and in-depth study of current topics not covered in other courses.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 1 to 3
  
  • FCS 4240 - Child Advocacy.


    (1-0-1) On Demand. Overview of the legislative process and public policy affecting young children aged birth to eight years with specific focus on how advocacy relates to the child care industry.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    A grade of “C” or better in FCS 1800 or FCS 2800 or permission of the instructor. This course is restricted to students majoring in the B.S. in Family and Consumer Sciences, ABC (Associate’s to Bachelor’s in Child Care) Program, B.S. in Career and Technical Education-Family and Consumer Sciences; minoring in Family and Consumer Sciences; and to students in the Lumpkin College of Business & Applied Sciences (or, student from another College who is pursuing a Minor in Family and Consumer Sciences). Course may not be repeated.

    Credits: 1
  
  • FCS 4242 - Computer Use for Childcare Administrators.


    (2-0-2) On Demand. Focus on integrating various forms of technology into the early childhood environment for record-keeping, family and community connections, and in the development of personal portfolios to document professional practice. The course provides tools to allow professionals to maximize the use of technological resources to enhance children’s learning while applying developmentally appropriate criteria to each application.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    This course is restricted to students majoring in the B.S. in Family and Consumer Sciences, ABC (Associate’s to Bachelor’s in Child Care) Program, and B.S. in Career and Technical Education-Family and Consumer Sciences; minoring in Family and Consumer Sciences; and to students in the Lumpkin College of Business & Applied Sciences (or, student from another College who is pursuing a Minor in Family and Consumer Sciences).

    Credits: 2
  
  • FCS 4244 - Working with Families of Children Identified as Exceptional.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. Study of characteristics of young children identified as exceptional as related to family interactions and effective communication with the child, school, and community environments as related to the early childhood care environment.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    This course is restricted to students majoring in the B.S. in Family and Consumer Sciences, GST: Childcare Education, and B.S. in Career and Technical Education-Family and Consumer Sciences; minoring in Family and Consumer Sciences; and to students in the Lumpkin College of Business & Applied Sciences (or, student from another College who is pursuing a Minor in Family and Consumer Sciences).

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 4246 - Curriculum for Child Care Homes and Centers.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. Examination of early childhood program curriculum models, including curriculum development, implementation, and evaluation appropriate for family child care homes and centers. Focus on the components of the early childhood program base, importance of determining or selecting a program base, and the use of the program base to develop a program rationale and the program goals.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    A grade of “C” or better in FCS 1800 or FCS 2800 or permission of the instructor. This course is restricted to students majoring in the B.S. in Family and Consumer Sciences, ABC (Associate’s to Bachelor’s in Child Care) Program, B.S. in Career and Technical Education-Family and Consumer Sciences; minoring in Family and Consumer Sciences; and to students in the Lumpkin College of Business & Applied Sciences (or, student from another College who is pursuing a Minor in Family and Consumer Sciences). Course may not be repeated.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 4250 - Designing and Managing Learning Environments in Early Childhood Programs.


    (2-0-2) On Demand. Focus on the use of developmental and cognitive theory in the design and utilization of experientially rich environments in the childcare environment.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    This course is restricted to students majoring in the B.S. in Family and Consumer Sciences, GST: Childcare Education, and B.S. in Career and Technical Education-Family and Consumer Sciences; minoring in Family and Consumer Sciences; and to students in the Lumpkin College of Business & Applied Sciences (or, student from another College who is pursuing a Minor in Family and Consumer Sciences).

    Credits: 2
  
  • FCS 4256 - Working with School-Age Care Programs.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. Study of the whole child’s development between the ages of 6 and 8 years and the application of the child development knowledge to appropriate planning, implementing, and evaluating care and educational programs.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    This course is restricted to students majoring in the B.S. in Family and Consumer Sciences, ABC (Associate’s to Bachelor’s in Child Care) Program, and B.S. in Career and Technical Education-Family and Consumer Sciences; minoring in Family and Consumer Sciences; and to students in the Lumpkin College of Business & Applied Sciences (or, student from another College who is pursuing a Minor in Family and Consumer Sciences).

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 4262 - Discipline and Guidance of Young Children.


    (2-0-2) On Demand. Overview of guidance/discipline theories for use with young children birth to age eight; understanding and preventing challenging behavior; intervention strategies; functional assessment; strategies to minimize or eliminate challenging behaviors; partnerships with parents/families; available resources, and the development of an action plan.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    This course is restricted to students majoring in the B.S. in Family and Consumer Sciences, ABC (Associate’s to Bachelor’s in Child Care) Program, and B.S. in Career and Technical Education-Family and Consumer Sciences; minoring in Family and Consumer Sciences; and to students in the Lumpkin College of Business & Applied Sciences (or, student from another College who is pursuing a Minor in Family and Consumer Sciences).

    Credits: 2
  
  • FCS 4264 - Grant Writing and Development in Human Services.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. Child care program needs assessment, legal and policy requirements, program assessment techniques, promotional strategies, funding sources, and grant writing. 

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    This course is restricted to students majoring in the B.S. in Family and Consumer Sciences, ABC (Associate’s to Bachelor’s in Child Care) Program, and B.S. in Career and Technical Education-Family and Consumer Sciences; minoring in Family and Consumer Sciences; and to students in the Lumpkin College of Business & Applied Sciences (or, student from another College who is pursuing a Minor in Family and Consumer Sciences).

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 4275A - Internship I.


    (Arr.-Arr.-3-9) (Credit/No Credit) An individually-planned work experience in a business or agency appropriate to the student’s area of specialization. May be repeated once.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FCS 3500, junior standing, permission of the Chair of the School of Family and Consumer Sciences, good academic standing at time of registration and acceptance of the student by a business or agency.

    Credits: 3 to 9
  
  • FCS 4275 - Internship.


    (Arr.-Arr.-3-9) (Credit/No Credit) An individually-planned work experience in a business or agency appropriate to the student’s area of specialization.  May be repeated once.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FCS 3500, junior standing, permission of the Chair of the School of Family and Consumer Sciences, good academic standing at time of registration, and acceptance of the student by a business or agency.

    Credits: 3 to 9
  
  • FCS 4300 - Consumer Issues.


    (2-0-2) F, S. Current issues and problems confronting individuals and families in managing their resources.   WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FCS 3300. 

    Credits: 2
  
  • FCS 4320 - Destination Management.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. An understanding of the roles destination management organizations (DMOs) and convention and visitors bureaus (CVBs) play in the hospitality and tourism industry. Creating and maintaining a destination brand is explored.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FCS 2700, and BUS 3100 or ENT 3500.  

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 4340 - Conventions and Trade Shows.


    (3-0-3) Su.  Organization, arrangement and operation of conventions, trade shows, and concessions.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    BUS 3100 or ENT 3500, and FCS 2700.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 4380 - Hospitality Leadership.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. Hospitality capstone course where students integrate knowledge acquired through their course work, utilizing strategic decision making processes, to address issues facing hospitality organizations. Students participate in a hospitality management simulation.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FCS 3370 and FCS 3786

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 4440A - Undergraduate Research I.


    (Arr.-Arr.-1-3) On Demand. This course provides the opportunity for undergraduate students to perform individualized laboratory or theoretical research in collaboration with a faculty member.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Cumulative GPA of 2.50; at least junior status and permission of supervising faculty member. May be repeated once to a maximum of 6 credits from Undergraduate Research.

    Credits: 1 to 3
  
  • FCS 4440B - Undergraduate Research II.


    (Arr.-Arr.-1-3) On Demand. This course provides the opportunity for undergraduate students to perform individualized laboratory or theoretical research in collaboration with a faculty member.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Cumulative GPA of 2.50; at least junior status and permission of supervising faculty member. May be repeated once to a maximum of 6 credits from Undergraduate Research.

    Credits: 1 to 3
  
  • FCS 4440 - Undergraduate Research.


    (Arr.-Arr.-1-3)  On Demand.  This course provides the opportunity for undergraduate students to perform individualized laboratory or theoretical research in collaboration with a faculty member.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Cumulative GPA of 2.50; at least junior status and permission of supervising faculty member.  May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits from Undergraduate Research.

    Credits: 1 to 3
  
  • FCS 4444 - Honors Independent Study.


    (Arr.-Arr.-3) Consideration of special topics in family and consumer sciences. Special emphasis on an area of interest to the student approved by faculty supervisor and Departmental Honors Coordinator.  May be repeated once.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Admission to the Departmental Honors College and permission of the Departmental Honors Coordinator.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 4555 - Honors Research.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. Study of research methods and processes including defining research problems, and collecting and analyzing data. Students will conduct a literature review and prepare a research proposal.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Admission to the Business, Family and Consumer Sciences, or Applied Engineering and Technology Departmental Honors Program and/or approval of the Business, Family and Consumer Sciences, or Technology Honors Coordinator. Course may not be repeated. Cross listed with BUS 4555 and AET 4555.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 4644 - Honors Thesis.


    (Arr.-Arr.-3) Intensive research in preparation of a thesis on a topic in family and consumer sciences approved by faculty supervisor and the Departmental Honors Coordinator. May not be repeated.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Admission to the Departmental Honors Program and permission of the Departmental Honors Coordinator.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 4680 - Family Systems and their Impact on Child Care.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. Overview of the diversity of family systems and their impact on the child care industry. Specific focus on the traditional and non-traditional family systems and their influence on the young child, the fundamental relationships within which children live, how those relationships impact the caregiving environment, and ways in which to develop positive interactions between families and caregivers while identifying and utilizing community resources.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    This course is restricted to students majoring in the B.S. in Family and Consumer Sciences, GST: Childcare Education, and B.S. in Career and Technical Education-Family and Consumer Sciences; minoring in Family and Consumer Sciences; and to students in the Lumpkin College of Business & Applied Sciences (or, student from another College who is pursuing a Minor in Family and Consumer Sciences).

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 4685 - Developing Cultural Awareness in Young Children.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. Exploration of the history of multicultural education for young children from birth to age eight and discussion of the Intercultural Learning Process, examination of personal views on diversity and cultural privilege, determination of the need children have for cultural awareness, examination of the cultural stereotypes in media used by children, and techniques for helping children develop cultural competence. 

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    A grade of “C” or better in FCS 1800 or FCS 2800 or permission of the instructor. This course is restricted to students majoring in the B.S. in Family and Consumer Sciences, ABC (Associate’s to Bachelor’s in Child Care) Program, B.S. in Career and Technical Education-Family and Consumer Sciences; minoring in Family and Consumer Sciences; and to students in the Lumpkin College of Business & Applied Sciences (or, student from another College who is pursuing a Minor in Family and Consumer Sciences). Course may not be repeated.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 4686 - Activity Planning to Facilitate Brain Development and Concept Formation in Infant, Toddler, and Preschool Children.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. Study of the process of brain development during the infant, toddler and preschool years; appropriate interaction between child and caregiver related to neural connections; and activity planning based in concrete concept formation fitting the developmental imperatives for young children. Students will prepare, implement and evaluate activity plans. 

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    This course is restricted to students majoring in the B.S. in Family and Consumer Sciences, ABC (Associate’s to Bachelor’s in Child Care) Program, and B.S. in Career and Technical Education-Family and Consumer Sciences; minoring in Family and Consumer Sciences; and to students in the Lumpkin College of Business & Applied Sciences (or, student from another College who is pursuing a Minor in Family and Consumer Sciences).

    Credits: 3
 

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