Family and Consumer Sciences Course Descriptions

FACS 101. Textiles (3)
A study of textile fibers, yarns, and construction techniques as a basis for selecting fabrics for clothing and the home.

FACS 102. Apparel Construction Techniques (3)

Introduction to appropriate sewing techniques for various fabrics and construction considerations used in apparel. Identification of commercial pattern specifications as well as an introduction to flat pattern design. Open to majors only.

FACS 202. Food and Meal Management (4)
A course designed to provide proficiency in the selection and preparation of basic foods and in the planning, preparing, and serving of nutritionally adequate meals.

FACS 215. Fashion Analysis (3)
A study of fashion concepts and an exploration of identified fashion variables as they relate to the fashion industry.

FACS 300. Marriage Relations (3)
The process of marital adjustment, including the problems of dating, courtship, engagement, marriage, pregnancy, and aging.

FACS 304. Child Development (3)
A study of the physical, emotional, social, and intellectual development of the individual from the prenatal period through the preschool years. A two-hour laboratory experience in the University nursery school is required.

FACS 306. Interior Design (3)
The use of basic art principles in creating beauty, expressiveness, and functionalism in interior environments.

FACS 307. Family Resource Management (3)
A study of the application of the principles of management to human and nonhuman resources in developing values and achieving individual and/or family goals.

FACS 308. Housing (3)
A course designed to help individuals plan for housing needs at all stages of the life cycle and at a variety of socioeconomic levels.

FACS 310. Parents and Children through the Lifespan (3)
A study of the relationships between parents and children from the prenatal period throughout the life cycle.

FACS 315. Cultural Influences on Clothing (3)
An integrated approach to the study of the diverse meanings, symbolism, and significance which people attach to clothing and appearance.

FACS 318. Nutrition (3)
A study of the functions, sources, and requirements of nutrients. Emphasis is placed on meeting the nutritional needs of individuals of all ages in a variety of situations.

FACS 328. Nutrition and Diet Therapy (3)

A study of the principles of normal nutrition including the major nutrients; the functions of and food sources of the nutrients; nutrient utilization by the body; the relationships of disease, genetics, and nutrition; food safety; and nutritional requirements through the life cycle. Prerequisites: CHEM 120 and CHEM 122, or permission of instructor.

FACS 403. Consumer Economics (3)
A study of the opportunities and responsibilities of the consumer in choosing goods and services for use in promoting individual and/or family goals.

FACS 404. Personal Finance (3)

A study of financial issues that affect individuals and families throughout the life cycle.

FACS 410. Special Studies (1-4)
Opportunity is provided for students to do individual library or laboratory work on special problems in family and consumer sciences not included in present courses. Approval of instructor and advisor. This course may be repeated for credit.

FACS 430. Seminar (2)
Survey of recent research in the field of family and consumer sciences and selection of a problem for experimentation and evaluation. Senior standing.