Child and Family Development

CFDEV 432* CHILDREN'S LITERATURE (3)

Analysis of children's books. Extensive reading of books by outstanding authors and illustrators. Three lecture hours a week. Prerequisite(s): CFDEV 234 and 235 or with instructor's consent. Advanced Junior or Senior standing.

CFDEV 435* CHILD NUTRITION (3)

Principles of nutrition affecting growth and development from conception to early childhood. Emphasis on menu planning preparations, portion control, and nutritional requirements in early childhood programs. Three lecture hours a week. Prerequisite(s): FN 233 or instructor's consent.

CFDEV 436* PARENTING (3)

Theoretical procedures and techniques for use in guiding the behavior and development of the child. Application of current research and parenting models. Three lecture hours per week. Prerequisite(s): CFDEV 234, 235 or with instructor's consent.

CFDEV 531 GUIDANCE OF CHILDREN (3)

Advanced principles and theories of child development and guidance with emphasis on implications for application of appropriate management techniques for enhancing growth and competence in the young child. Three lecture hours per week. Prerequisite(s): Completion of Child Development deficiencies or background in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education or a related area.

CFDEV 532 LANGUAGE COGNITION & DEVELOPMENT IN EARLY CHILDHOOD (3)

Study of language acquisition theories with implications for positive language development during the early years. Three lecture hours per week.

CFDEV 533 PRO-SEMINAR: PARENTAL INFLUENCE & INVOLVEMENT IN CHILD DEVELOPMENT (3)

Current issues in parenting; emphasis on influence of parental involvement and effects of positive parent/child relationships on development in early years. Three lecture hours per week.

CFDEV 536 GRADUATE PRACTICUM

Opportunities for field experience in early childhood. Individual placements depending on focus and needs of the student. One lecture hour per week and ten (10) practicum hours per week.

CFDEV 578 CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT IN EARLY CHILDHOOD (3)

Examination of the process of curriculum development in quality early childhood settings; emphasis on development modification and evaluation of existing and proposed programs for maximizing instructional effectiveness. Three lecture hours per week.

CFDEV 631 NURSERY SCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN ADMINISTRATION (3)

Consideration of administrative problems such as physical plant equipment, records standards and personnel in relation to the objectives of the nursery school and kindergarten. Three lecture hours per week.

CFDEV 634 INDEPENDENT STUDY IN CHILD DEVELOPMENT (3)

Intensive study of research issues and topics in child development and homily relationships. Oral presentation at scheduled seminars required. Three lecture hours per week. Prerequisite(s): HSCS 511, 534.

CFDEV 635 INFANT DEVELOPMENT & BEHAVIOR (3)

Principles of physical, emotional and cognitive development with emphasis on the practical application of theoretical philosophies and research.

CFDEV 671 BEHAVIOR PROBLEMS OF YOUNG CHILDREN (3)

The study of emerging and developing deviate and normal behavior patterns of children from infancy through the middle years, with emphasis on behavioral management techniques appropriate for modifying behaviors. Three lecture hours per week.

Foods and Nutrition

FN 432* NUTRITION IN DISEASE I (3)

Dietary requirements in pathological and/or therapeutic conditions. Modifications of normal diets and the principles of human nutrition in health and disease; the latest development in the dietary treatment of disease; diet instruction; and charting. Two lecture and two practicum hours a week. Prerequisite(s) FN 333, FN 337.

FN 433* NUTRITION IN DISEASE II (3)

(Continuation of FN 432 NUTRITION IN DISEASE I) Two lecture and two practicum hours a week. Prerequisite(s): FN 333, FN 337, and FN 439.

FN 434* EXPERIMENTAL FOODS (3)

Principles of food science and techniques of food preparation: Physical and chemical properties of basic food materials and processes of preparation for consumption; and the application of the scientific methods to designing, implementing evaluating and reporting research results. Research paper required. One lecture and four laboratory hours a week. Prerequisite(s): Senior standing and Biology 347.

FN 436* COMMUNITY NUTRITION (3)

Epidemiological approach to health and illness. Assessments; use of computer applications; fundamentals of nutritional care delivery systems and services with special references to nutritional problems of indigent populations; interviewing and counseling of individuals and groups. Two lecture and two practicum hours a week.Prerequisite(s): Dietetic Senior Standing.

FN 441 ORGANIZATION MANAGEMENT OF FOOD SERVICE SYSTEMS (4)

Application of organization and management principles, and techniques of financial management in food service systems; equipment and supply budget; food, labor and operating cost; forecasting; computer applications; quality assurance; receiving and storage. Two lecture and four practicum hours a week. Prerequisite(s): FN341.

FN 442* EQUIPMENT SELECTION MAINTENANCE & LAYOUT (4)

Recognizing, analyzing, and solving problems relating to equipment and space requirements for food service system. Experience in equipment selection specification requirements for purchasing, proper use and maintenance, layout designs, and cost analysis. Two lecture, two laboratory, and two practicum hours a week. Prerequisite(s): FN 341.

FN 531 FOOD PROCESSING (3)

Principles and methods of food preservation; changes occurring during processing and storage; control of changes in food due to enzyme, microorganisms and chemical reaction. Research paper required. One lecture and four laboratory hours per week. Fee: $4.00

FN 533 NUTRITION DURING PREGNANCY (3)

Lactation and Infancy. Advanced nutritional concepts emphasizing physiological development prior to conception, pregnancy, lactation and infancy. Research paper required. Three lecture hours per week.

FN 539 HUMAN NUTRITION DURING ADULTHOOD (3)

Advanced study of institutional administration of food service systems; including organizational structures, personnel, management, administration, budgetary control, problems, responsibilities, policies and procedures. Two lecture and four practicum hours per week: Fee $4.00

FN 543 MANAGEMENT PROBLEMS IN FOOD SERVICE SYSTEMS (4)

Advanced study of institutional administration of food service systems; including organizational structured, personnel, management, administration, budgetary control, problems, responsibilities, polices and procedures. Two lecture and four practicum hours per week. Fee $4.00

FN 632 DEMONSTRATION TECHNIQUES (3)

Techniques and procedures in demonstration preparation of foods for business and social purposes extension and teaching. One lecture and four laboratory hours per week. Fee: $4.00

FN 634 SEMINAR IN FOODS & NUTRITION (Formerly FN 534) (3)

Individual reports and discussions of proposed research in foods and nutrition. Oral presentation at scheduled seminars required. Two lecture and two seminar hours per week. Research paper and practicum required. Prerequisite(s): HSCS 511; Co-requisite(s): HSCS 760.

FN 641 INSTITUTIONAL FOOD PRODUCTION AND SERVICES (4)

Advanced study of food purchasing production and service in health care and related facilities; specification writing, recipe development analysis of food costs computer applications in food service systems. Three lecture and two practicum hours per week.

Human Services and Consumer Sciences

HSCS 433* COMMUNICATION: FAMILY & MARRIAGE (3)

Personal and professional growth and development through more effective communication within a family milieu and the marital unit. Three lecture hours a week. Prerequisite(s): None

HSCS 434* INDIVIDUAL & FAMILY FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT (3)

Application of financial planning and budgeting strategies for working with individuals and families during various stages of the life cycle. Three lecture hours a week. Prerequisite(s): None

HSCS 435* HEALTH & SOCIAL ISSUES AND THE FAMILY (3)

Theories and intervention strategies dealing with gender issues, family crisis, terminal illness, aging, drugs, death and dying, lifestyles, marriage preparation, separation and divorce, blending families and other family issues. Three lecture hours a week. Prerequisite(s): None

HSCS 437* STATISTICS (3)

Survey of descriptive and inferential statistical techniques. Emphasis on understanding and interpreting statistical concepts used in research. Three lecture hours a week. Prerequisite(s): Advanced senior standing, or instructor's consent.

HSCS 438* FAMILY & CONSUMER ECONOMICS (3)

Study of the income and distribution patterns of individuals and families in an effort to achieve desired goals; development of concepts and skills through which sound decisions are made. Three lecture hours a week. Prerequisite(s): HSCS 233 or instructor's consent.

HSCS 439* FAMILY & COMMUNITY SERVICES FIELD EXPERIENCE (3)

The utilization of consumer economics perspectives in family service agencies within government, public and private sectors. Practicum with a family service component. Four lab hours and one lecture hour per week. Prerequisite(s): HSCS 233 or instructor's consent.

HSCS 441* ADMINISTRATION OF HUMAN SERVICES ACROSS THE LIFE SPAN (4)

Organization and administration of programs for families including the elderly, and individuals with special needs. Focus on public policy and program planning, proposal writing, community and agency relationships, staff management and supervision. Four lecture hours per week. Prerequisite(s): None

HSCS 510 INTRODUCTION TO GRADUATE STUDIES IN HUMAN SERVICES & CONSUMER SCIENCES (3)

Orientation, history and philosophy of Human Services and consumer Sciences. Analysis of current programs and future direction in the field. Examination of research integrative framework. Prerequisite(s): Eng. 501, or Eng. Prof. Exam.

HSCS 511 INDEPENDENT STUDY (3)

Individualized work on a project in area of specialty under supervision. Major Advisor and/or instructor's approval required. Prerequisite(s): Eng. 501, HSCS 510, and HSCS 534.

HSCS 512 SURVEY OF RESEARCH IN HUMAN SERVICES & CONSUMER SCIENCES (3)

A survey of basic research tools and methodology appropriate for understanding and complementing quality research projects. Three lecture hours a week. Prerequisite(s): HSCS 510 and HSCS 534.

HSCS 533 INTERPERSONAL & FAMILY DYNAMICS (3)

Analysis of factors causing changes in the family structure with emphasis on I proving interactive and interpersonal relationships. Three lecture hours per week.

HSCS 534 READINGS IN AREAS OF SPECIALIZATION IN HUMAN SERVICES & CONSUMER SCIENCES (3)

Readings in and discussion of selected studies and recent developments in Human Services and Consumer Sciences. Three lecture hours per week. Co-requisite(s): HSCS 510

HSCS 536 SPECIAL TOPICS IN HUMAN SERVICES & CONSUMER SCIENCES (3)

Selected topic in an identified are of study in the Department of Human Services and Consumer Sciences. Consent of instructor. Three lecture hours per week.

HSCS 631 ADMINISTRATION & SUPERVISION OF HUMAN SERVICES & CONSUMER SCIENCES (3)

Qualifications and responsibilities of supervisors and administrators. Criteria for evaluating supervision and administration in Human Services and Consumer Sciences. Three lecture hours per week.

HSCS 632 EVALUATION IN HUMAN SERVICES AND CONSUMER SCIENCES (3)

Survey of evaluation techniques and/or assessment for improving the quality of performance in family services, nutrition, and apparel design merchandising programs. Three lecture hours per week.

HSCS 634 SEMINAR IN HUMAN SERVICES & CONSUMER SCIENCES (3)

Individual reports and discussions of proposed research and/or specific topic related to current societal issues in Human Services and Consume Sciences. Oral presentation of scheduled seminar required. Two lecture hours and two practicum hours per week. Prerequisite(s): HSCS 511; Co-requisite(s): HSCS 760

HSCS 635 CURRENT TRENDS IN HUMAN SERVICES & CONSUMER SCIENCES (3)

Study of recent advance and current research related to consumer behavior as it relates to changing societal needs, and psychology, with particular emphasis on programs of Human Services and Consumer Sciences at various educational levels. Three lecture hours per week.

HSCS 760 RESEARCH PROBLEMS IN HUMAN SERVICES & CONSUMER SCIENCES (3)

Supervised individualized study of research problems in Human Services and Consumer Sciences.

HSCS 762 THESIS WRITING (3)

Directed individual study on Human Services and Consumer Sciences thesis topic. Prerequisite(s): Approval of graduate advisor required.