College of Health, Education and Professional Studies
322 History of American Domestic Architecture (3)
A comprehensive survey, period feature-by-feature, of the styles that have had the greatest impact on the development of American architecture. Every semester.
323 Introduction to Computer-Aided Design (3)
Introduction of basic AutoCAD LT commands to implement drafting exercises and small projects. Spring semester. Studio 5 hours. Prerequisite: Human Ecology 327.
324 Interior Lighting Design (3)
The study of illumination principles, design criteria, and systems applied to architectural interiors in public and private space. Fall semester. Prerequisite: Chemistry 119; Corequisite: Human Ecology 327.
325 Images of Western Living (3)
Perspectives of the near environment of Western people using a study of styles of architecture, furniture, and clothing of selected historical periods; exploration of the combination of economic, geographic, social, and cultural patterns which influenced their development; focus on evaluating styles and understanding their current impact. Every semester.
326 Residential Interiors (3)
Advanced study of space planning criteria and the selection of furnishings, equipment, materials, and finishes for the residential market; design considerations for special populations (e.g., disabled, aged) explored. Spring semester. Studio 5 hours. Prerequisite: Human Ecology 324 and 327.
327 Fundamentals of Kitchen and Bath Planning (3)
A study of the aesthetic and technical elements of kitchen and bath design. Fall semester. Studio 5 hours. Prerequisites: Human Ecology 224; Corequisite: Human Ecology 324.
329 Codes and Specifications (3)
The study of interior subsystems and their application to architectural spaces; emphasis on specification guidelines including product performance; building codes; fire, safety, and health regulations. Spring semester. Prerequisite: Human Ecology 224.
330 Experimental Food Science (4)
Chemical and physical factors affecting food preparation, including experimental methods and individual experimentation in selected food problems. Spring semester alternate years. Lecture 2 hours, lab 2 hours. Prerequisites: Chemistry 168/170 or 351/353; Human Ecology 236; Mathematics 210 or other approved statistics course.
332 Life Cycle Nutrition (3)
Application of the principles of nutrition in dietary management for meeting the physiological, psychological, and social needs of individuals and groups throughout the life cycle; focus on the postulated nutrient requirements in various environments and economic levels. Every semester. Prerequisite: Human Ecology 135 or knowledge of basic principles of nutrition.
333 Food and Culture (3)
An overview of the history of food: sociocultural, geographic, religious and ethnic influences of food and nutrition behavior. A combination of independent assignments, group projects and field trips will provide insight into food practices and cultural influences.
334 Community Nutrition (3)
Fundamentals of nutritional care delivery in community programs; laws and standards affecting dietary practice. Spring semester alternate years.
335 Advanced Nutrition (3)
Food nutrients in physiological and biochemical processes of the body; emphasis on their relationship to health and human development. Fall semester. Prerequisites: Chemistry 168/170 or 351/353 or equivalent; Human Ecology 135.
336 Sports Nutrition (3)
The study of principles of nutrition and human energy systems as applied to fitness and sport. Every semester. Prerequisites: Human Ecology 135, Biology 208, 209.
340 Family Relations: Family Interaction (3)
Family relationships and alliances at each stage of the family life cycle; the family as a small group: role, status, and power interactions of spouses, siblings, and generations; crises and adjustments. Every semester.
345 Management of Early Childhood Environments (3)
A study of the organization and structure of the early childhood classroom environment, communication and interaction with young children, and rationale for guiding behavior. Field component. Prerequisites Education 306, Human Ecology 240, 241.
350 Communication for Human Ecology Professionals (3)
Responsibilities, ethics, and techniques for the professional in presenting information and materials to the public through radio, newspaper, television, and live performances; general areas of public relations. Every semester. Prerequisite: Limited to Human Ecology majors/minors only.
402 Seminar (2)
Professional procedures in consumer and family related professions including trends, developments, challenges, opportunities, ethics, and business procedures. Every semester. Prerequisite: approval of department head.
405 Human Ecology Practicum (3-6)
Directed field experience in a selected professional area of human ecology, including a weekly seminar and faculty supervision within an approved institution, agency, or business establishment; written application to department head required three months prior to the semester in which the student plans to register for the course. Every semester. Prerequisites: senior status in human ecology and approval of department head. Maximum credit: 6 hours.
412 Historic Textiles (3)
The development of textiles from ancient times to the twentieth century with emphasis on fiber, color application, fabric construction, and design motifs particular to select countries or cultures. On demand. Prerequisite: Human Ecology 226.
416 Merchandising Management (3)
This course presents the general characteristics of merchandising management and explores the attributes necessary for available positions in textiles, apparel, and retail merchandising management today. First half of fall semester only. Prerequisite: all required merchandising courses. Corequisites: Human Ecology 413, 417, 419. Must be taken the last or next to last semester prior to graduation.
417 Internship Concepts and Preparation (3)
This course fully prepares students for their required field internship including assigning each student to his or her intern placement. Spring semester prior to internship.
419r Interior Design Field Internship (6)
Directed field experience that is required of all interior design students. Provides a full-time work assignment that gives students a better understanding of the real interior design function. Prerequisite: Human Ecology 417. Must be taken the last semester prior to graduation. A maximum of 12 hours may be applied to the degree.
420 Management Procedures for Interior Design (3)
General characteristics of management terminology and procedures in the interior design field with a major emphasis placed on the ability to systematize and control the flow of operations, money, materials, and commitments. Spring semester. Must be taken the semester prior to internship.
422 Contract Interiors (3)
Development of creative ideas in commercial design projects which integrate interior design elements to achieve predetermined goals. Spring semester. Studio 5 hours. Prerequisite: Human Ecology 326 and 329.
