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Family and Consumer Science Course Information
Our courses are designed for all students. The
courses emphasize understanding of self and others, management of resources,
personal and professional productivity, and time and leisure management. The
following courses are arranged for students interested in each program area;
however, courses may be taken in any order as long as prerequisites are met.
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H171 Introduction to Life Studies
This course is designed to
specifically address needs of a unique population. Students will receive
instruction in the areas of personal independence, consumer decision making,
life and home management skills, and personal skill development. There is an
emphasis on individual written and spoken language development in regard to
daily living skills.
LEVEL: 1,2,3,4 One year One unit
H173 Life Studies
This course is designed to build and strengthen a student’s interest and
background in the fundamental areas of Family and Consumer Sciences. Areas
covered are food preparation, fitness, and nutrition; the care of children and
the workings of family; fashion and interior design and clothing construction;
and personality development, self-esteem development, and personal image. Group
and laboratory activities are emphasized during each semester.
LEVEL: 1,2,3,4 One year One unit
H243 Consumer Management
Consumer Management exceeds the state consumer education requirements. Students
will learn how to be responsible when managing money, time and energy in today’s
changing market place. Individual interests and needs are considered as students
learn to manage their resources and cope with common consumer issues.
PREREQUISITE: Completion of one unit of Family and Consumer Sciences
LEVEL: 2,3,4 One-half year One-half unit
H244 Housing/Interior Design
Students will learn about the many aspects of housing and interior design for
personal or professional use. Factors which influence housing, reading and
evaluating floor plans, furniture selection, the treatment of floors and
windows, and the elements and principles of design will be covered in this
introductory course. Career opportunities in related fields are explored.
LEVEL: 2,3,4 One-half year One-half unit
H253 Child Development
This course is designed for students interested in examining the broad spectrum
of child development theory. Various philosophies, along with current research,
will be used to present the areas of physical, social, emotional, and
intellectual development, prenatal to age five. Through discussion, critique
and research, class activities will add direction and focus to career
opportunities in the field of child development. Students completing this course
and H254 with a B or higher may be eligible for college credit when completing
advanced coursework at William Rainey Harper College. (See College Now Credit
Program on page 8)
LEVEL: 2,3,4 One-half year One-half unit
H254 Preschool Lab
This course provides the student an opportunity to apply the information
presented in the child development class. Working in an actual preschool
lab setting, students are provided the
chance to work with children ages 3-1/2 to 5 years. Students fulfill the
role of “teacher” and are responsible for the planning, implementation, and
evaluation of lessons. Students completing this course and H253 with a B
or higher may be eligible for college credit
when completing advanced coursework
at William Rainey Harper College. (See
College Now Credit Program on page 8)
PREREQUISITE: H253 Child Development and/or Department approval
LEVEL: 2,3,4 One-half year One-half unit
H266 Foods 1
Students learn that cooking starts with planning and preparation and ends with
serving, tasting, presentation, and evaluation. Units include: pastries,
vegetables, poultry, yeast breads, rice/pasta, and diets/proper nutrition. Our
students gain a variety of skills through the practical application of reading,
measuring, teamwork, and individual creativity. During second semester, students
will learn to plan and prepare various types of meals. Emphasis will focus on:
regional foods of the United States, herbs and spices, demonstration techniques
and special equipment. Students completing this course and H267 with a B or
higher may be eligible for college credit
when completing advanced coursework
at William Rainey Harper College. (See
College Now Credit Program on page 8)
LEVEL: 1,2,3,4 One semester/One year One-half unit/One unit
H267 Foods 2
This class starts with the planning and preparation of food and ends with
serving, tasting, presentation, and evaluation. Students apply a variety of
skills through the practical application of reading, measuring, teamwork, and
individual creativity. Units include meats, seafood, cakes, fruit, and special
diets. During second semester, students will explore the exciting areas of
gourmet and multicultural food experiences through laboratory preparation and
research activities. A quantity food experience will introduce students to the
food service industry. Students completing this course and H266 with a B or
higher may be eligible for college credit
when completing advanced coursework
at William Rainey Harper College. (See
College Now Credit Program on page 8)
LEVEL: 1,2,3,4 One semester/One year One-half unit/One unit
H276 Fashion 1
This
course is designed for beginning students interested in fashion. Working with
computerized sewing machines, students are placed in an independent environment
with semester project requirements. Emphasis is placed on creativity, fabric and
pattern design, and illustration. Professional sewing and embroidery machines
are available for the students’ use. Options for the year include a fashion
show, quilting activities, design contests, and career opportunities in the
fashion industry. Most equipment is supplied except for personal project
expenses.
LEVEL: 1,2,3,4 One semester/One year One-half unit/One unit
H277 Fashion 2
This course is designed for experienced students interested in fashion. Working
with computerized sewing machines, students are placed in an independent
environment with semester project requirements. Emphasis is placed on
creativity, fashion design and merchandising, special fabrics, and advertising.
Options for the year include color analysis, fashion show production, quilting
design, and illustration and design contests. Work opportunities are experienced
through guest speakers from the Chicago fashion industry. Most equipment is
supplied except for personal project expenses.
PREREQUISITE: Successful completion of H276 Fashion and/or department approval.
LEVEL: 1,2,3,4 One semester/One year One-half unit/One unit
H333 Chemistry of Foods
Chemistry of Foods provides students the opportunity to participate in food
preparation while learning the scientific basis of the chemical and biological
processes involved in the culinary arts. Students completing this course will
attain Food Safety Certification status by building on and applying the concepts
of food preparation and bacteriology. This course will provide guided practice
and certification for the student who is choosing the profession, while
providing an overview of the restaurant industry for the student who is still
expanding their horizons. Students will apply what they learn through
participation in an in-house restaurant/catering component. The class meets two
consecutive periods, and is team taught by teachers from the Family and Consumer
Sciences and Science departments. Students enrolled in the course will have a
common lunch period to allow for flexibility on production days. This course
meets the third-year Science requirement for some colleges and universities.
PREREQUISITE: 2 years of Science, and 1 year of Foods (H266 or H267) One unit
(double class)
LEVEL: 3,4
H345 Child Education and Family Studies
This course continues the study of child development beyond the preschool years.
Units of instruction will focus on current issues and challenges facing parents
and families. This course allows for the further observation and study of
children and will strengthen the background of students interested in this
career area. Students will have the opportunity to participate in computerized
infant simulation.
LEVEL: 3,4 One-half year One-half unit
H346 Living on Your Own
This course will help students adapt
to living independently on a college campus or in a work setting following high
school graduation. Topics include: basic nutrition, food preparation, wardrobe
selection and care, personal finance, living arrangements, relationships,
communication, personal safety, time/study management, and college and
vocational services.
LEVEL: 3,4 One semester One-half unit
H352, H452 High School Education for Related Occupations 1 &
2
(Students also must enroll in H362, H372, or H382 Work Experience)
H.E.R.O. fulfills a student’s need to obtain training in the world of work while
developing skills in both employee/employer relationships and living as an
independent consumer. The first year of this program satisfies the
State/District 211 Consumer Education requirement. Students may enroll in
H.E.R.O. for one or two years. This program provides opportunities for
on-the-job instruction related to Family and Consumer Sciences. On-the-job
training may include work in care and guidance of children, fashion
merchandising, clothing, food services or production, health occupations, and
other personal and public service occupations. Daily classroom activities are
designed to assist students with job adjustment, learning to be a responsible
consumer, career planning, and independent study relating to each student’s
occupational interest. In the second year of the program, a training plan is
developed which builds on skills learned the previous year.
PREREQUISITE: Career planning with couselor, department approval; H352 is a
prerequisite for H452. Students must be 16 tyears of age or older.
LEVEL: 3,4 One or two years Two units per year
H453, H454, H455 Education Internship
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Education Internship has been developed in cooperation with School Districts 54
and 15. Students enrolling in this course should have an interest in working
with children and adolescents and will explore careers in the field of
education, psychology, and social services. They also must accept the
responsibility of good citizenship, regular attendance, and cooperation in
working closely with a supervising teacher to carry out a variety of classroom
tasks and activities. Students may elect to intern at the elementary or high
school level. PREREQUISITE: Department
approval; application process; H253 Child Development and H254 Pre-School Lab
are recommended
LEVEL: 3,4 One year Two units on the Elementary Level/One to two units on the
High School Level
H473 Fashion Career Practicum
An overview of career and employment opportunities in the fashion industry is
presented. Emphasis is placed on individual career path selections through
interest testing and career counseling. Guest speakers provide insight into
specific career options as a fashion professional. Students in this course work
parttime and gain practical experience in local merchandising, promotion and
design businesses. Three college credits will be earned upon successful
completion of the course. Fashion Career Practicum is taught at Harper College
after regular high school hours. Students must provide their own transportation.
Additional information is available from the career counselor at your school.
PREREQUISITE: Department approval
LEVEL: 4 One-half year One-half unit
Family and Consumer Sciences Independent Study
H476-477 Foods Independent Study
H466-467 Preschool Lab Independent Study
H476-477 Fashion 3 - Independent Study
H482-483 Fashion 4 - Independent Study
H446-H447 Interior
Design Independent Study
Students who are interested in exploring a specific Family and Consumer Sciences
discipline are provided the opportunity to pursue an in-depth study of the
special interest area. Students work with the instructor to plan and complete
individual projects based on the student’s interest and career goals. Students
completing H476-477 or H482-483 with a B or higher may be eligible for college
credit when completing advanced
coursework at William Rainey Harper
College. (See College Now Credit Program on page 8)
PREREQUISITE: Successful completion of course sequence and department approval
LEVEL: 3,4 One Semester/One year One-half unit/ One unit |
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