Department of Applied Human Sciences
Dr. Ann E. Embry, Interim Department Chair
Academic Complex, Cannon Wing, Office 302F
Phone: (270) 745-4352
Email: ahs@wku.edu
Website: https://www.wku.edu/ahs
The Department of Applied Human Sciences offers Bachelor of Science degrees in Interior Design and Fashion Merchandising, Family and Consumer Sciences; and Hospitality Management and Dietetics. All AHS majors are required to take nine hours of coursework selected from the pool of approved courses with major advisor approval. The Department also offers Certificate programs in Early Childhood Education Director and Family Home Visiting.
The pool of approved courses include: HMD 211; IDFM 221; FACS 310; FACS 311; HMD 351; IDFM 421; and IDFM 431.
When planning a program of study in this department, each student should be aware of the University’s academic requirements and regulations contained in this catalog in the chapter “Academic Information.” Specific attention should be given to the subsections in the chapter entitled (a) Academic Programs, (b) Colonnade Requirements, and (c) Academic Requirements and Regulations. Students should be aware that some academic programs may require additional scholastic regulations and standards not specified in the catalog. To obtain a copy of these regulations, students should contact the department chair or their advisor.
In several of the department’s programs, students may be required to undergo criminal background checks and drug testing and to provide proof of health insurance, liability insurance, and/or immunization records prior to participating in any required experiences at selected off-campus facilities/agencies. Additionally, there may be certifications, training seminars, or other requirements specified by the facility/agency that a student must meet in order to be eligible for field or practical experiences at the facility. It is the responsibility of the student to ensure that all institutional and/or facility requirements are met as a condition of participating in the off-campus experiences; students may be responsible in part or in full for any costs incurred to meet such requirements. Students are also responsible for transportation to and from off-campus experiences. Additional policies, requirements, and costs for concentrations are specified at the departmental website, http://www.wku.edu/ahs.
Faculty
Professor
Darbi J. Haynes-Lawrence PhD (Special Education), Indiana University-Bloomington, 1998
Danita M. Kelley PhD (Nutritional Science), University of Kentucky, 1994
Travis K. Wilson MARCH (Architecture), University of Oklahoma Norman, 1998
Associate Professor
Dora Babb PhD (Human Environmental Sciences, Human Development and Family Science), Oklahoma State University Main Campus, 2010
Ann E. Embry PhD (Hospitality Management), Iowa State University, 2017
Soyeon Kim PhD (Hospitality Management), The Ohio State University Main Campus, 2013
Karen G. Mason PhD (Nutritional Science), University of Kentucky, 2002
Heather M. Payne-Emerson PhD (Nutritional Science), University of Kentucky, 2010
Qingfang Song PhD (Developmental Psychology), Cornell University, 2016
Adam R. West PhD (Human Development and Family Science), University of Texas at Austin, 2013
Assistant Professor
Tannaz Soltani PhD (Health Leisure & Human Perf), Oklahoma State University Main Campus, 2015
Instructor I
Brandon A. Barber MA (Organizational Leadership), Western Kentucky University, 2018
Kristine S. Burton MAE (Adult Education), Argosy University, 2013
Angela G. Gott MA (Graduate Education), Georgetown College, 2003
Seth A. Howard MR, Fashion Inst of Technology, 2015
Deborah C. Shivel MA (Textiles and Clothing), University of Kentucky, 1987
Matthew E. VanSchenkhof PhD, Kansas State University, 2011
Instructor II
Julie K. Lee MBA (Marketing), University of Cincinnati Main Campus, 2002
Senior Instructor
Sheila S. Flener MA (Art (Creative)), University of Louisville, 2007
Family and Consumer Sciences (FACS)
FACS 180 Foundations in Family and Consumer Sciences 3 Hours
Overview of interdisciplinary field of family and consumer sciences, including professional organizations and philosophy of education and service. Emphasizes the culture of the scholar.
Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2022; fall 2023; fall 2024
FACS 189 Child Life Specialist 3 Hours
Prepares students to acquire fundamental skills in helping children and families cope with the stress of a healthcare experience. Child Life programs strive to promote the optimum development of children, adolescents, and families, to maintain typical living patterns, and to minimize psychological trauma. Child Life specialists, as members of the healthcare team, maintain, enhance, and maximize average growth and development through play, education, advocacy, and therapeutic interventions. Upon completion of course, students will be able to promote the essential child life goals of minimizing stress and anxiety, promote coping, and promote normal development.
Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2024
FACS 191 Child Development 3 Hours
Study of the prenatal and postnatal factors that influence the physical, cognitive, language, social and emotional development of children. Implications and applications of concepts learned are stressed. Practical experiences provided in a field setting; students are responsible for arranging their own transportation.
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; fall 2022; spring 2023; summer 2023; fall 2023; spring 2024; summer 2024; fall 2024
FACS 192 Working with Young Children and Families 3 Hours
An introductory course for those persons interested in providing services for infants, toddlers and preschool-age children, both with and without disabilities, and their families. Practical experiences provided in a field setting; students are responsible for providing their own transportation.
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
FACS 193 Curriculum Development for Young Children 3 Hours
Overview of curriculum and activities that are developmentally appropriate for diverse groups or individual children. Practical experiences provided in a field setting; students are responsible for arranging their own transportation.Note: Permission of instructor may be required.
Prerequisite(s): FACS 191 (may be taken concurrently)
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; fall 2022; spring 2023; spring 2024
FACS 198 Guidance and Problem-Solving Approaches for Young Children 3 Hours
Examines developmentally appropriate guidance and problem-solving approaches for young children based on theoretical and evidence-based practices. Child-centered approaches for addressing typical problems found in early childhood settings will be addressed. Field hours are required; students are responsible for their own transportation. Note: Permission of instructor.
Prerequisite(s): FACS 191
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
FACS 277 Development in Middle Childhood 3 Hours
Introduction of theories and research on children’s physical, cognitive, and social/emotional development during middle childhood years (6-12 years old). Exploration of impact from important developmental contexts in middle childhood, including family, school, community, and other sociocultural factors. Development of interpersonal skills to interact with children in middle childhood years and critical thinking skills to apply course materials to analyze field experiences. Field experiences will be required. Students are responsible for their own transportation.
Prerequisite(s): FACS 191
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2024
FACS 281 Design Foundations for Family and Consumer Sciences Education 3 Hours
The application of design principles and elements as related to FCS state and national standards. Students will utilize technology in the application of design in projects suitable for middle and high school students. Field experience at student's expense.
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
FACS 282 Introduction to Family and Consumer Sciences Education 3 Hours
Introduction to the profession of Family and Consumer Sciences Education including examination of the role, responsibility and dispositions of effective teachers, characteristics of the teaching/learning environment and introductory methods. Participation in youth organizations and professional organizations will be included. Observations and Praxis Exam at student expense.
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; fall 2023; fall 2024
FACS 292 Diversity in Early Childhood Programs 3 Hours
This course focuses on developing and enhancing the knowledge and skills to work with children and families from diverse developmental, cultural, racial, and socio-economic backgrounds. The exploration of the challenges families face in living in a diverse society and who have a child with special needs will also be reviewed. Implications of diversity for practice with various populations are emphasized throughout the course. Influential theories and relevant research for professionals working with young children and families are discussed. Note: Permission of instructor may be required.
Prerequisite(s): (FACS 191 with a minimum grade of C or CFS 191 with a minimum grade of C)
Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2023; fall 2024
FACS 294 Screening and Assessment of Young Children 3 Hours
Overview of the screening and assessment process, preliminary assessment skills, and using assessment results in planning for guidance/instruction of young children. Roles of the family in the screening and assessment process emphasized. Practical experiences provided in a field setting; students are responsible for arranging their own transportation. Note: Permission of instructor may be required.
Prerequisite(s): FACS 191 with a minimum grade of C
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; spring 2023; fall 2023; fall 2024
FACS 297 Family, Community and Early Childhood Program 3 Hours
An introduction to the skills and appropriate techniques of establishing positive relationships with families of young children and involving them in the early childhood program planning, implementation and evaluation. Skills and techniques for building community partnerships and advocating for young children are addressed. Practical experiences provided in a field setting. Students are responsible for providing their own transportation.
Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2022; fall 2023; fall 2024
FACS 299 Administration of Early Childhood Programs 3 Hours
Principles and practices in organization and management of developmentally appropriate early childhood programs. Includes managing physical, personnel, fiscal, curricular, agency, community and family resources. At least 12 field-based hours will be required in addition to regular course meetings. Students are responsible for arranging their own transportation. Note: Permission of instructor may be required.
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; spring 2023; spring 2024
FACS 310 Management of Family Resources 3 Hours
Study of consumer and marketplace interactions in the purchase of goods and services. Decision-making processes are applied to individual and family resources for achieving maximum personal satisfaction.
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; summer 2022; fall 2022; spring 2023; fall 2023; spring 2024; fall 2024
FACS 311 Family Relations 3 Hours
Study of issues affecting individual and family well-being. Interpersonal relationships and communication skills necessary to achieve quality of life are addressed. Colonnade/Statewide General Education Code SB
Restriction(s): Students with a semester level of Academy Junior, Academy Senior, Freshman or Sophomore may not enroll.
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; summer 2022; fall 2022; winter 2023; spring 2023; summer 2023; fall 2023; winter 2024; spring 2024; summer 2024; fall 2024
FACS 312 Professional Ethics for Family Life 3 Hours
Exploration of professional and family ethical codes of conduct, dilemmas and moral decisions. Real life application using ethical decision-making problem-solving, and critical thinking for interacting within family relationships and human services professions.
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; summer 2022; spring 2023; summer 2023; spring 2024
FACS 313 Practicum in Human Environment 3 Hours
Supervised work experience for a fixed period of time. Students perform professional functions with a pre-approved, cooperating organization. Field experience.
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
FACS 335 Infant/Toddler Development and Curriculum 3 Hours
Study of infant and toddler physical, cognitive, language, and social/emotional development. Application of child development to developmentally appropriate curriculum and classroom and teaching practices. Practical experiences in a field setting; students are responsible for providing their own transportation. Note: Permission of instructor may be required.
Prerequisite(s): FACS 193
Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2022; fall 2023; fall 2024
FACS 336 Preschool and Kindergarten Children Development and Curriculum 3 Hours
Study of early childhood (preschool and kindergarten) physical, cognitive, language, and social/emotional development. Application of child development to developmentally appropriate curriculum and classroom and teaching practices. Practical experiences in a field setting; students are responsible for providing their own transportation. Note: Permission of instructor may be required.
Prerequisite(s): FACS 193
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; spring 2023; spring 2024
FACS 380 Professional Presentation Techniques in Family and Consumer Sciences 3 Hours
Study of organization, development, delivery and evaluation of various presentation and demonstration techniques, including technology, as they relate to all areas of family and consumer sciences. Field trips at student's expense.
Restriction(s): Enrollment is limited to students in Family and Consumer Sciences (372) or Family Consumer Sciences (563)
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
FACS 381 Methods and Materials in Family and Consumer Sciences Education 3 Hours
A study of family and consumer sciences curriculum patterns including objectives, methods of planning and presentation, laboratory organization, home and community projects, instructional materials, evaluation, and federal and state legislation for vocational education and family and consumer sciences. Note: Proof of passing Praxis Core for FACS Education majors or consent of instructor is required.
Prerequisite(s): FACS 380 and MGE 275
Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2022; fall 2024
FACS 391 Risk and Resilience 3 Hours
Focuses on the development of social and emotional skills as they relate to resilience in children. Risk factors will be explored. Field experiences will be required. Students are responsible for their own transportation. Note: Permission of instructor may be required.
Prerequisite(s): (FACS 191 with a minimum grade of C or CFS 191 with a minimum grade of C)
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
FACS 393 Role of Play in Child Development 3 Hours
Theoretical and empirical perspectives connecting play to children's learning and development will be examined. Students will examine the role of play in relation to brain development.
Prerequisite(s): (CFS 191 with a minimum grade of C or FACS 191 with a minimum grade of C)
Restriction(s): Enrollment limited to students with a semester level of Junior, Post-Baccalaureate-Degree Seek or Senior.
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2023; fall 2023; summer 2024; fall 2024
FACS 395 Child and Family Stress 3 Hours
Acquaint students with major concepts from the research and conceptual literature on family stress and resilience. Examines stress as experienced and perceived by children and their families. Factors that influence children's coping with stress are emphasized.
Restriction(s): Enrollment limited to students with a semester level of Junior, Post-Baccalaureate-Degree Seek or Senior.
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; summer 2022; winter 2023; spring 2023; summer 2023; winter 2024; spring 2024; summer 2024
FACS 396 Adoption Theories and Research 3 Hours
Review of theories and research underlying practice with families and children who have been adopted. Offers an understanding of challenges, risks, and opportunities related to adoptive and birth families. Types and critical issues of adoption will be reviewed.
Restriction(s): Students with a semester level of Academy Junior, Academy Senior, Freshman or Sophomore may not enroll.
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
FACS 399 Implications of Research in Family and Child Studies 3 Hours
Explores the processes and implications of research related to family and child studies. Students will gain understanding and develop skills needed to be consumers of scientific literature.
Restriction(s): Enrollment limited to students with a semester level of Junior, Post-Baccalaureate-Degree Seek or Senior.
Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2022; fall 2023; fall 2024
FACS 410 Internship 1-9 Hours (repeatable max of 6 hrs)
Application of knowledge and skills in a supervised experience. Students perform professional functions in an appropriate establishment. Repeatable to a maximum of 6 hours. (Note: Application must be submitted to coordinator of the Internship Program one complete semester prior to the semester a student plans to do the practicum. A 2.5 grade point average in professional courses is required for eligibility and completion of all 300 level courses required).
Restriction(s): Students with a semester level of Academy Junior, Academy Senior, Freshman, Junior or Sophomore may not enroll.
Recent Term(s) Offered: winter 2022; spring 2022; summer 2022; fall 2022; spring 2023; summer 2023; fall 2023; summer 2024; fall 2024
FACS 411 Special Topics in Consumer and Family Science 1-3 Hours (repeatable max of 6 hrs)
Individual investigation of problems selected from an area of specialization within the department. Repeatable for credit. Note: Approval from the head of the department required.
Recent Term(s) Offered: winter 2022; spring 2022; fall 2022; winter 2023; fall 2023; winter 2024; spring 2024; summer 2024; fall 2024
FACS 413 Creative, Scholarly & Research Activity in CFS 3 Hours
Students will learn multiple aspects of the research and creative activity process, including methodologies found in scholarly activity by Child & Family Services faculty. Additional topics include grant proposal writing, human subjects training, creative activity and research designs, data collection, and methods of dissemination and presentation.
Restriction(s): Enrollment limited to students with a semester level of Junior or Senior.
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
FACS 422 Adolescent Psychology 3 Hours
Introduction to behavior and development from early adolescence, emphasizing a critical review of research and literature.
Prerequisite(s): (PSY 100 or PSYS 100 or PSYC 100C or FACS 191)
Restriction(s): Students with a semester level of Academy Junior, Academy Senior, Freshman or Sophomore may not enroll.
Equivalent(s): PSY 422
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; spring 2023; spring 2024
FACS 481 Advanced Methods in Family and Consumer Sciences Education 3 Hours
A study of the background and trends in education for improving family and consumer sciences. Career and Tech Ed training for high school youth and adults including an understanding of state and federal accountability requirements. Emphasis on working with persons with diverse backgrounds. Lecture. Field trips at student's expense. Note: Permission of instructor may be required.
Prerequisite(s): FACS 381
Restriction(s): Students with a semester level of Academy Junior, Academy Senior, Freshman, Junior or Sophomore may not enroll.
Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2023
FACS 482 Resource Management for the Individual and Family 3 Hours
A study of the factors affecting the management of the home in meeting the needs of individuals and creating a satisfying environment for the family. Special consideration is given to those problems involving the use of time, energy, and money. Lecture-field trips at student's expense. Curriculum changes in process. See FCS advisor.
Restriction(s): Students with a semester level of Academy Junior, Academy Senior, Freshman or Sophomore may not enroll.
Enrollment is limited to students in Family Consumer Sciences (563)
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
FACS 491 Seminar in Family Economics 1 Hour
Current literature in family and consumption economics are studied and discussed. Curriculum changes in process. See FCS advisor.
Restriction(s): Students with a semester level of Academy Junior, Academy Senior, Freshman, Junior or Sophomore may not enroll.
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
FACS 492 Growth and Guidance of Children 3 Hours
Study of the biological, physical, social-emotional, and cognitive needs of infants and school-aged children. The strategies by which these needs may be met within the family, the school, and other environments are discussed.
Prerequisite(s): (FACS 191 with a minimum grade of C or CFS 191 with a minimum grade of C) and PSY 100
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
FACS 493 Family Life Education 3 Hours
Study of various perspectives of family life education, principles and practices, including program planning, implementation and evaluation. Field experiences required at student's expense.
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; fall 2022; spring 2023; fall 2023; spring 2024
FACS 494 Parenting Strategies 3 Hours
Study of the major theoretical and practical approaches to effective parenting strategies within functional families. Emphasis is placed on practicing techniques and skills which are developmentally appropriate for different ages of children.
Restriction(s): Students with a semester level of Freshman or Sophomore may not enroll.
Recent Term(s) Offered: winter 2022; spring 2022; summer 2022; fall 2022; winter 2023; spring 2023; summer 2023; fall 2023; winter 2024; spring 2024; summer 2024; fall 2024
FACS 495 Family and Relationship Violence 3 Hours
A study of the dynamics underlying interpersonal violence and theoretical perspectives regarding the etiology of violent behavior. Analysis of behaviors indicative of violent relationships and various treatment modalities as they are applied to individuals and families are emphasized.
Recent Term(s) Offered: summer 2022; fall 2022; summer 2023; fall 2023; summer 2024; fall 2024
FACS 496 Addressing Challenging Behavior in Young Children 3 Hours
Examination of young children's challenging behaviors and strategies for developing behavior support plans across settings. Practical experiences in a field setting; students are responsible for providing their own transportation. Note: Permission of instructor may be required.
Prerequisite(s): FACS 191 with a minimum grade of C
Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2022; fall 2023; fall 2024
FACS 497 Family Home Visiting 3 Hours
Focuses on the design, implementation and effects of human service programs aimed at promoting service provision in a variety of settings. Review of best practice, policy, and research with families and young children in natural environments. Field experience hours required. Student is responsible for transportation. Note: Permission of instructor may be required.
Prerequisite(s): (FACS 395 with a minimum grade of C or FACS 494 with a minimum grade of C)
Restriction(s): Enrollment limited to students with a semester level of Junior, Post-Baccalaureate-Degree Seek or Senior.
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; summer 2022; spring 2023; summer 2023; spring 2024; summer 2024
FACS 499 Family Policy Analysis 3 Hours
An examination of the place of family and child studies in the context of broader themes, such as public policy and varying social and economic climates. This course is designed to integrate research, theory, and practice, applying former education to a variety of family and child issues.
Restriction(s): Students with a semester level of Academy Junior, Academy Senior, Freshman, Junior or Sophomore may not enroll.
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; spring 2023; spring 2024
Gerontology (GERO)
GERO 100 Introduction to the Aging Experience 3 Hours
An introduction to a variety of topics involved in the study of aging. Considers such issues as worldwide changing demographics, increased diversity among the aged, intergenerational relationships, and biopsychosocial concerns of aging. Colonnade/Statewide General Education Code E-SB | SB
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; fall 2022; spring 2023; fall 2023; spring 2024; fall 2024
GERO 461 Person-Centered Dementia Management 3 Hours
A survey of dementia using a person-centered approach. Exploration of the diverse perspectives of persons diagnosed, family members, and both informal and formal caregivers.
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
GERO 481 Global Aging 3 Hours
Provides an international comparative examination of individual and societal aspects of aging and explores the problems and solutions encountered in different sociocultural contexts for dealing with challenges and opportunities of aging. The phenomenon of global aging is explored through active engagement with international organizations.
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
GERO 485 Seminar in Gerontology 3 Hours
Students integrate what they have learned in gerontology with a focus on how those concepts, ideas, theories and practical experiences relate to their personal, professional or higher education goals.
Prerequisite(s): GERO 100
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
GERO 490 Independent Study in Gerontology 1-6 Hours (repeatable max of 6 hrs)
Supervised individual study and/or field-based experience in a topic or area of Gerontology of particular interest to the student. May be repeated for credit, but only a total of three credit hours can be counted toward a Gerontology minor.
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
GERO 495 Topics in Gerontology 1-3 Hours (repeatable max of 6 hrs)
Investigation of specific issues in Gerontology, either from the perspective of a single discipline or from a multidisciplinary perspective. Students are responsible for arranging their own transportation to assigned sites. May be repeated for credit, but only a total of three credit hours can be used toward a Gerontology minor.
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
Hospitality Mgt/Dietetics (HMD)
HMD 150 Introduction to Cooking 3 Hours
Introduction and demonstration of principles of food preparation.
Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2022
HMD 151 Food Science 3 Hours (repeatable max of 3 hrs)
Introduction to the study of the basic principles of food science as they apply to food preparation. Application of principles include preparation and evaluation of food products. Students are responsible for any field trip expenses and transportation.
Restriction(s): Enrollment is limited to students in Family Consumer Sciences (563) , Hospitality Mgt Dietetics (707) or Hospitality Mgt/Dietetics-Prep (707P)
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; fall 2022; spring 2023; fall 2023; spring 2024; fall 2024
HMD 152 Food Service Sanitation 1 Hour
Examines the causes and prevention of foodborne illness. Identifies hazards in food service operations. The course culminates with a nationally recognized food safety and sanitation exam.
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; fall 2022; spring 2023; fall 2023; spring 2024; fall 2024
HMD 171 Introduction to Hospitality Management 3 Hours
Hospitality organizational management and career potentials are examined. Hospitality services are viewed from both consumer and business perspectives.
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; fall 2022; spring 2023; fall 2023; spring 2024; fall 2024
HMD 201 Introduction to Dietetics 1 Hour
Introduction to dietetics including academic and professional preparation.
Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2022; fall 2023; fall 2024
HMD 211 Human Nutrition 3 Hours
Study of nutrients essential to human life and well-being. Nutrients are studied relative to their function in metabolism, sources in food, and relationship to health. Colonnade/Statewide General Education Code K-SY
Prerequisite(s): 21 hours of Foundations and Explorations Courses, or junior status
Recent Term(s) Offered: winter 2022; spring 2022; summer 2022; fall 2022; winter 2023; spring 2023; summer 2023; fall 2023; winter 2024; spring 2024; summer 2024; fall 2024
HMD 251 Commercial Foods 3 Hours (repeatable max of 3 hrs)
Study and application of commercial food preparation processes and the effective utilization of resources and commercial equipment.
Prerequisite(s): HMD 151 with a minimum grade of C and HMD 152 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of C
Restriction(s): Enrollment is limited to students in Meeting Convention Planning (418) , Hospitality Mgt Dietetics (707) or Hospitality Mgt/Dietetics-Prep (707P)
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; spring 2023; spring 2024
HMD 252 Hospitality Information Technology 3 Hours
Hardware, software, and digital applications in hotel, restaurant, tourism management, and dietetics.
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; fall 2022; spring 2023; fall 2023; fall 2024
HMD 271 Tourism Planning and Devlopment 3 Hours
Evaluation of international and domestic travel, tourism, economics, and cultural impact. Examination of tourism management, meeting planning, travel systems, food and lodging systems, and tourist attractions. Students are responsible for any field trip expenses and transportation. Colonnade/Statewide General Education Code K-LG
Recent Term(s) Offered: winter 2022; summer 2022; fall 2022; winter 2023; spring 2023; summer 2023; fall 2023; winter 2024; spring 2024; summer 2024; fall 2024
HMD 275 Restaurant & Retail Management 3 Hours
Identify and evaluate elements involved in successful concept creation and operation of a restaurant and retail. Field trips at student's expense.
Prerequisite(s): HMD 151
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; spring 2023
HMD 276 Lodging Operations 3 Hours
Introduction to lodging operations systems and processes. Students are responsible for any field trip expenses and transportation.
Prerequisite(s): HMD 171 with a minimum grade of C
Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2022; fall 2023; fall 2024
HMD 313 Practicum in Hospitality Management 3 Hours (repeatable max of 6 hrs)
Supervised work experience in event management and tourism. Practicum sites must be pre-approved by the instructor. Students are required to find their own practicum site and provide their own transportation to the site. Repeatable up to a maximum of six hours.
Restriction(s): Students with a semester level of Academy Junior, Academy Senior or Freshman may not enroll.
Recent Term(s) Offered: summer 2022; summer 2023; summer 2024
HMD 340 Nutrition Assessment 3 Hours
Application of dietary, anthropometric, physical, and biochemical assessment methods for the determination of nutrition status. Includes utilization of the Nutrition Care Process.
Prerequisite(s): HMD 211 with a minimum grade of C and BIOL 131 with a minimum grade of C and (CHEM 105 with a minimum grade of C or CHEM 109 with a minimum grade of C)
Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2022; fall 2023; fall 2024
HMD 351 Human Resource Management in Hospitality 3 Hours
Study human resource management in the hospitality industry.
Prerequisite(s): HMD 251 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of C
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; summer 2022; spring 2023; spring 2024
HMD 353 Menu and Supply Chain Management 3 Hours
Study of menu development and evaluation. Study of supply chain management in hospitality. Students are responsible for any field trip expenses and transportation.
Prerequisite(s): HMD 251 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of C
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; spring 2023; spring 2024
HMD 354 Hospitality Data Analytics 3 Hours
Financial and managerial analysis of hospitality operations.
Prerequisite(s): HMD 252 with a minimum grade of C or CIS 141 with a minimum grade of C
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; spring 2023; fall 2023; spring 2024; fall 2024
HMD 360 Advanced Nutrition 3 Hours
An in-depth examination of the biochemical and physiological functions of nutrients and their relationships to health and disease.
Prerequisite(s): HMD 211 with a minimum grade of C and BIOL 131 with a minimum grade of C and (CHEM 107 with a minimum grade of C or CHEM 109 with a minimum grade of C)
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; spring 2023; spring 2024
HMD 361 Life Stage Nutrition 3 Hours
Study of nutritional requirements of individuals throughout the life cycle. Students are responsible for any field experience expenses and transportation.
Prerequisite(s): HMD 211 with a minimum grade of C and BIOL 131 with a minimum grade of C and (CHEM 105 with a minimum grade of C or CHEM 109 with a minimum grade of C)
Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2022; fall 2023; fall 2024
HMD 362 Medical Nutrition Therapy I 4 Hours
Study of the scientific principles of human nutrition in relation to health and disease. Emphasis is placed on nutritional assessment and planning of nutrition intervention strategies for specific disease conditions.
Prerequisite(s): HMD 340 with a minimum grade of C and HMD 360 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of C
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; spring 2023; spring 2024
HMD 364 Sports Nutrition 3 Hours
Study of optimum nutrition for athletic performance.
Prerequisite(s): HMD 211 with a minimum grade of C
Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2022; fall 2023; fall 2024
HMD 367 Nutrition in Aging 3 Hours
Exploration of the nutritional requirements of individuals throughout the aging process.
Prerequisite(s): HMD 211 with a minimum grade of C
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
HMD 368 Dietary and Herbal Supplements 3 Hours
Current topics related to dietary supplements. Regulatory guidelines and issues related to production, marketing, safety, and efficacy are addressed.
Prerequisite(s): HMD 211 with a minimum grade of C
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
HMD 373 Hospitality and Tourism Marketing 3 Hours
Examines the scope and implementation of specialized marketing activities across a range of organizations in the hospitality and tourism industry.
Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2022; fall 2023; fall 2024
HMD 375 Meeting and Convention Management 3 Hours
Management and evaluation of professional events. Students are responsible for any field experience expenses and transportation.
Restriction(s): Students with a semester level of Academy Junior, Academy Senior or Freshman may not enroll.
Recent Term(s) Offered: summer 2022; fall 2022; fall 2023; fall 2024
HMD 376 Advanced Lodging Management 3 Hours
Management of full-service lodging operations. Students are responsible for any field trip expenses and transportation.
Prerequisite(s): HMD 276 with a minimum grade of C
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
HMD 378 Hospitality Law 3 Hours
Study of legal aspects of hospitality and tourism operations.
Restriction(s): Students with a semester level of Academy Junior, Academy Senior, Freshman or Sophomore may not enroll.
Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2022; fall 2023; fall 2024
HMD 410 Internship in Hospitality Management 1-3 Hours (repeatable max of 12 hrs)
Supervised work experience in hospitality management and tourism. Internship sites must be approved by the instructor. Students are required to find their own internship site and provide their own transportation to the site. Repeatable up to a maximum of twelve hours.
Restriction(s): Students with a semester level of Academy Junior, Academy Senior or Freshman may not enroll.
Recent Term(s) Offered: summer 2022; summer 2023; fall 2023; winter 2024; spring 2024; summer 2024; fall 2024
HMD 412 Tourism and Hospitality Study Away 3 Hours (repeatable max of 6 hrs)
Exploration of hospitality and tourism businesses, including, but not limited to hotels, restaurants, casinos, suppliers, event venues, and/or popular tourist attractions. To enhance student knowledge of the hospitality industry through travel and experiences (city changes periodically).
Restriction(s): Enrollment limited to students with a semester level of Junior or Senior.
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
HMD 452 Quality and Service Management in the Hospitality Industry 3 Hours
In-depth investigation of management theories, leadership, and quality-service principles. Students are responsible for any field experience expenses and transportation.
Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2022; spring 2023; fall 2023; fall 2024
HMD 459 Senior Seminar in Hospitality Management and Dietetics 1 Hour
Capstone course in career readiness. Students are responsible for any field experience expenses and transportation.
Restriction(s): Enrollment limited to students with a semester level of Senior.
Enrollment is limited to students in Hospitality Mgt Dietetics (707) or Hospitality Mgt/Dietetics-Prep (707P)
Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2022; fall 2023; fall 2024
HMD 461 Application of Nutrition Theory and Research 3 Hours
Application of nutrition theory in the research process.
Prerequisite(s): HMD 360 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of C
Restriction(s): Enrollment is limited to students in Hospitality Mgt Dietetics (707) or Hospitality Mgt/Dietetics-Prep (707P)
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; spring 2023; fall 2023; fall 2024
HMD 462 Medical Nutrition Therapy II 4 Hours
Continued study of the analysis of the scientific principles of human nutrition in relation to health and disease.
Prerequisite(s): HMD 362 with a minimum grade of C
Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2022; fall 2023; fall 2024
HMD 464 Practicum in Dietetics 3 Hours
Supervised dietetics-related field experience. Practicum sites must be approved by the instructor. Students are responsible for field experience expenses and transportation.
Prerequisite(s): HMD 362 with a minimum grade of C
Restriction(s): Enrollment is limited to students in Hospitality Mgt Dietetics (707)
Recent Term(s) Offered: summer 2022; summer 2023; summer 2024
HMD 465 Community Nutrition 3 Hours
Planning and delivery of nutrition programs to diverse populations.
Prerequisite(s): HMD 361 with a minimum grade of C
Restriction(s): Students with a semester level of Academy Junior, Academy Senior, Freshman or Sophomore may not enroll.
Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2022; spring 2024
HMD 470 Hospitality Revenue Management 3 Hours
Key concepts in revenue management and application of revenue maximization strategies.
Prerequisite(s): HMD 376 with a minimum grade of C
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; spring 2023; spring 2024
HMD 471 Food Service Operations Management 4 Hours
Application of food service systems in practice. Students are responsible for any field trip expenses and transportation.
Prerequisite(s): HMD 251 with a minimum grade of C
Restriction(s): Enrollment limited to students with a semester level of Senior.
Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2022; fall 2023; fall 2024
HMD 472 Hospitality Strategic Management 3 Hours
Study of effective business and corporate strategies. Students are responsible for any field experience expenses and transportation.
Prerequisite(s): HMD 373 with a minimum grade of C
Restriction(s): Enrollment limited to students with a semester level of Senior.
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; spring 2023; spring 2024
HMD 473 Beverage Consumerism 3 Hours
Study of alcoholic and non alcoholic beverages and operations. Field trips and travel at student's expense. Note: Must be 21 years of age with valid ID.
Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2022
HMD 475 Advanced Event Planning in Hospitality 3 Hours
Identification of various elements involved in successful planning of hospitality events. Students will learn how to design, plan, and evaluate professional events. An event planning project will be required for successful completion of the course. Field trips at student's expense.
Restriction(s): Students with a semester level of Academy Junior, Academy Senior or Freshman may not enroll.
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; spring 2023; spring 2024
HMD 476 Global Hospitality and Cuisine 3 Hours
Exploration of regional foods, food preparation techniques, the food service industry, hospitality businesses, hospitality customs, and hospitality management practices in the country(s) being visited. Experiential explorations of food and culture. (Regions vary per term.) Colonnade/Statewide General Education Code K-IE
Prerequisite(s): 21 hours of Foundations and Explorations Courses, or junior status
Recent Term(s) Offered: summer 2023
HMD 485 Nutrition Counseling 3 Hours
Counseling theories, techniques, and educational strategies used to facilitate nutrition behavior change in diverse populations. Students are responsible for any field experience expenses and transportation.
Prerequisite(s): HMD 362 with a minimum grade of C
Restriction(s): Enrollment limited to students with a semester level of Senior.
Enrollment is limited to students in Hospitality Mgt Dietetics (707) or Hospitality Mgt/Dietetics-Prep (707P)
Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2024
Interior Design Fashion Merch (IDFM)
IDFM 100 Introduction to Housing and Interior Design 3 Hours
Introduction to interior design as it relates to housing environments and residential furnishings and equipment. Focuses on consumer-related information and services. Includes layout and design opportunities. This course for non-Interior Design majors only.
Restriction(s): Students cannot enroll who are in Interior Design Fashion Mer (531)
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; spring 2023; spring 2024; summer 2024
IDFM 101 Foundations of Interior Design 1 Hour
An exploration of the interior design profession including its many aspects and challenges, the required and continuing education, identification of the role of the interior designer, and career options.
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; spring 2023; spring 2024
IDFM 120 Visual Design I 3 Hours
Introduction to the fundamentals of visual design and techniques of representation through exploration of the elements and principles of design, the design process, English language arts and conceptual sketching. Individual work, teamwork and presentation skills will be emphasized.
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; fall 2022; spring 2023; fall 2023; spring 2024; fall 2024
IDFM 131 Basic Apparel Construction 3 Hours
Study of basic principles of apparel construction. Concepts include pattern, fabric, and equipment selection. Students experiment with construction techniques.
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; fall 2022; spring 2023; fall 2023; spring 2024; fall 2024
IDFM 132 Perspectives of Dress 3 Hours
An introduction to the fashion industry and the motivational factors influencing clothing choices. Dress is considered from psychological, socioeconomic, and design perspectives.
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; fall 2022; spring 2023; fall 2023; spring 2024; fall 2024
IDFM 151 Survey of Architecture and Interiors I 3 Hours
An introduction to the study of styles in architecture and interiors from ancient times through the 18th century. Emphasis is placed on furniture and furnishings and the interface between architecture and interior space.
Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2022; fall 2023; fall 2024
IDFM 152 Survey of Architecture and Interiors II 3 Hours
An introduction to the study of styles in architecture and interiors from the 18th century to present time. Emphasis is placed on French, English, and American styles and the international movements from which contemporary styles have emerged.
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; spring 2024
IDFM 201 Interior Design Studio I 4 Hours
Study of the principles of spatial design expressed by two-and-three-dimensional representation. Problem solving through elements of form, space and color.
Corequisite(s): IDFM 243, IDFM 222
Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2022; summer 2023; fall 2023; fall 2024
IDFM 221 Visual Design II 3 Hours
Exploration of the conveyance of ideas and information expressed with two-dimensional images through the use of electronic resources.
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; fall 2022; spring 2023; fall 2023; spring 2024; fall 2024
IDFM 222 IDFM Computer Aided Design 3 Hours
Computer aided design using industry standard vector-based technology. Practical application in Interior Design and Fashion Merchandising through projects.
Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2022; spring 2023; fall 2023; spring 2024; summer 2024; fall 2024
IDFM 223 Textiles 3 Hours (repeatable max of 3 hrs)
Exploration of textile fibers, yarns and fabric construction; color and design; finishes. Performance and care are studied in relation to selection of fabrics for clothing and furnishings. Application through lab testing of fiber content, yarns and fabric construction, color, and design, and finishes. Lecture, Lab.
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; fall 2022; spring 2023; fall 2023; spring 2024; fall 2024
IDFM 226 Fashion Illustration 3 Hours
Exploration of aspects of fashion illustration from drawing basic body proportions and fashion figures to producing finished illustrations in color using a variety of mediums and tools.
Prerequisite(s): IDFM 120 or ART 130
Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2022; summer 2023; fall 2024
IDFM 231 Textile and Apparel Quality Analysis 3 Hours
Evaluation of textile and apparel quality and performance. Emphasis on sewn products from the perspective of the manufacturer, retailer, and consumer. Laboratory; field experiences.
Prerequisite(s): (IDFM 131 with a minimum grade of C or DMT 131 with a minimum grade of C or CFS 131 with a minimum grade of C) and (IDFM 223 with a minimum grade of C or DMT 223 with a minimum grade of C or CFS 223 with a minimum grade of C)
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; spring 2023; spring 2024
IDFM 243 Materials and Finishes for Interior Design 3 Hours
Analysis of properties and uses of materials specified by interior designers. Major concepts and processes include standards of performance, quantity and cost estimating, and specification writing. Field trips at student's expense.
Corequisite(s): IDFM 201
Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2022; fall 2023; fall 2024
IDFM 244 Digital Design Tools 3 Hours
Introduction to the use of computer software such as Adobe creative suite, Autodesk computer-aided drawing software and current professional software for the Interior Design and Fashion Merchandising professions.
Prerequisite(s): IDFM 120 with a minimum grade of C
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
IDFM 300 Interior Design Studio II 4 Hours
Investigation into understanding of conceptual, spatial principles applicable to interior design; development of two-and three-dimensional representation techniques and application of color theory.
Prerequisite(s): IDFM 120 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of C and IDFM 201 with a minimum grade of C and IDFM 243 with a minimum grade of C and IDFM 222 with a minimum grade of C
Corequisite(s): IDFM 344
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; spring 2023; spring 2024
IDFM 301 Interior Design Studio III 4 Hours
Integration of basic building systems with conceptual, organizational, and spatial principles of design to create complete interior environments.
Prerequisite(s): IDFM 221 with a minimum grade of C and IDFM 300 with a minimum grade of C and IDFM 344 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of C
Corequisite(s): IDFM 427, IDFM 304
Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2022; fall 2023; fall 2024
IDFM 302 Interior Design Studio IV 4 Hours
Non-residential design problems of intermediate complexity with emphasis on application of advanced programming and life safety issues.
Prerequisite(s): (DMT 301 with a minimum grade of C or IDFM 301 with a minimum grade of C)
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; spring 2023; spring 2024
IDFM 304 Lighting and Environmental Controls 3 Hours
Principles of mechanical systems of buildings including the electrical system, ventilation system, plumbing system, and HVAC systems. Students will properly execute the design criteria, supervise and collaborate with building trades and competently implement proper materials and mechanical systems in working drawings.
Corequisite(s): IDFM 301
Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2022; fall 2023; fall 2024
IDFM 308 Design and the Human Lifecycle 3 Hours
Exploration of the principles of anthropometrics, universal design and Americans with Disabilities codes used by Interior Designers to create environments in residential and public buildings that contributes to inclusion, safety, and emotional well-being of the user.
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
IDFM 310 Pattern Making and Draping 3 Hours
Exploration of the development of basic apparel styles through the application of pattern drafting and the study of the principles and processes of draping.
Prerequisite(s): IDFM 131
Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2023
IDFM 313 Practicum in Interior Design Fashion Merchandising 3 Hours
Supervised practicum experience. Students perform professional functions with a pre-approved cooperating business. Field experience. Transportation at student's expense.
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; summer 2022; fall 2022; spring 2023; fall 2023; winter 2024; summer 2024; fall 2024
IDFM 321 Professional Ethics & Issues Seminar 3 Hours
Interdisciplinary study of social trends, professional issues, and professional ethics impacting careers. Focus is on professional development strategies and resolution of ethical dilemmas both in the job search and within the workplace.
Restriction(s): Students with a semester level of Academy Junior, Academy Senior, Freshman or Sophomore may not enroll.
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; fall 2022; spring 2023; fall 2023; spring 2024; fall 2024
IDFM 322 Merchandising I for IDFM 3 Hours
Study of the principles of merchandising design, apparel and textile products with emphasis on the buying function and using merchandise calculations.
Prerequisite(s): (IDFM 132 with a minimum grade of C or DMT 132 with a minimum grade of C or CFS 132 with a minimum grade of C) and MKT 220 with a minimum grade of C
Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2022; fall 2023; fall 2024
IDFM 332 History of 20th Century Fashion 3 Hours
Survey of American and European fashions from 1900 to present as they reflect social, economic, and cultural influences. Application to current fashion analysis, re-enactment apparel, and artifact identification.
Prerequisite(s): (IDFM 132 with a minimum grade of C or DMT 132 with a minimum grade of C or CFS 132 with a minimum grade of C) and (IDFM 223 with a minimum grade of C or DMT 223 with a minimum grade of C or CFS 223 with a minimum grade of C)
Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2022; fall 2023; fall 2024
IDFM 333 Fashion Fundamentals 3 Hours
Survey of the fashion industry. Major topics include design, production, marketing and apparel management. Current trends in fashion design and merchandising are identified and analyzed.
Prerequisite(s): (DMT 132 with a minimum grade of C or IDFM 132 with a minimum grade of C) and MKT 220 with a minimum grade of C
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; spring 2023; spring 2024
IDFM 335 Apparel Design Production 3 Hours
Exploration of the application of advanced sewing techniques across a range of fashion products. Students will learn apparel construction using commercial patterns to create muslin samples and fully finished garments.
Prerequisite(s): IDFM 131
Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2022; fall 2023; fall 2024
IDFM 344 Digital Rendering for Interiors 3 Hours
Introduction to computer-aided 3-D modeling techniques as tools in the design/problem-solving process.
Prerequisite(s): IDFM 222 with a minimum grade of C
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; spring 2023; spring 2024
IDFM 345 Design for Food Service Operations 3 Hours
Examination of the technical aspects and accessibility issues of designing food service operations. Development of drawings for commercial kitchens including floor plans, utility/mechanical/electrical specifications, elevations, and equipment using AIA guidelines.
Prerequisite(s): IDFM 344 with a minimum grade of C
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2024
IDFM 360 Kitchen & Bath Design Studio 3 Hours
Examination of the technical aspects and accessibility issues of designing residential kitchens and baths. Development of drawings for the kitchen and bath including floor plans, electrical and lighting plans, elevations, and cabinet sections using ANSI (American National Standards Institute) guidelines and graphic presentation standards.
Prerequisite(s): IDFM 222 with a minimum grade of C and IDFM 300 with a minimum grade of C and IDFM 344 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of C
Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2024
IDFM 400 Special Problems in Interior Design 3 Hours (repeatable max of 6 hrs)
Independent interior design research and projects that reach beyond the current course offerings into areas of more advanced study and techniques.
Prerequisite(s): IDFM 302 with a minimum grade of C and IDFM 344 with a minimum grade of C and IDFM 427 with a minimum grade of C
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2023; spring 2024
IDFM 401 Interior Design Studio V 4 Hours
Non-residential design problems of advanced complexity integrating previous experiences and applying office practices to the process of design.
Prerequisite(s): (DMT 302 with a minimum grade of C or IDFM 302 with a minimum grade of C)
Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2022; fall 2023; fall 2024
IDFM 402 Senior Design Thesis 4 Hours
A mixed-use capstone project requiring a developed design solution with an increased amount of technical support data and design detailing. Guest speakers and field trips may supplement instruction. Students are responsible for their own transportation.
Prerequisite(s): IDFM 401 with a minimum grade of C
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; summer 2022; spring 2023; summer 2023; spring 2024; summer 2024
IDFM 403 Business Principles and Practices for Interior Design 2 Hours
Study of the business, legal, and financial considerations of the practicing designer. Major topics include business formation, project analysis and management, contracts, compensation, and government regulations and codes.
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; spring 2023; spring 2024
IDFM 410 IDFM Internship 3 Hours (repeatable max of 6 hrs)
A professional design employment experience that synthesizes work and academic explorations. The internship provides on the job training, education, and experience in the practice of interior design or Fashion Merchandising. The internship requires two hundred forty (240) contact hours with an approved provider.
Prerequisite(s): (IDFM 302 with a minimum grade of C or IDFM 335 with a minimum grade of C) and IDFM 321 with a minimum grade of C
Restriction(s): Students with a semester level of Academy Junior, Academy Senior, Freshman, Junior or Sophomore may not enroll.
Recent Term(s) Offered: summer 2022; spring 2023; summer 2023; fall 2023; spring 2024; summer 2024; fall 2024
IDFM 421 Portfolio Design 3 Hours
Development of a design portfolio as essential ingredient of job search and application to graduate school for all design professions. Includes audit, analysis and assembly of portfolio to demonstrate individual talent and qualifications. Input from industry professionals. Covers digital techniques and World Wide Web promotion.
Prerequisite(s): (IDFM 302 with a minimum grade of C or IDFM 335 with a minimum grade of C) and IDFM 321 with a minimum grade of C
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; fall 2022; spring 2023; fall 2023; spring 2024; fall 2024
IDFM 423 Human Environment Study Tour 3 Hours (repeatable max of 6 hrs)
Travel to fashion and design centers to gain firsthand knowledge concerning design, production, marketing, and promotion of textiles, clothing, and home furnishings. Field trips at student's expense.
Recent Term(s) Offered: winter 2024
IDFM 424 Historic Textiles 3 Hours
A study of decorative fabrics and the history of textile design from ancient times through contemporary production. Understanding cultural diversity as reflected in textile artifacts of major cultures of the world is the major focus. Field trips required at student's expense.
Prerequisite(s): (IDFM 223 or DMT 223 or CFS 223)
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
IDFM 426 Design Market Trends 3 Hours
A multi-faceted approach to trend research and development. Includes research, analysis, distillation, and communication of micro and macro trends. Students will learn to identify micro design trends (such as patterns, colors, fabrications, silhouettes, etc.) and macro trends (such as retail design strategy, consumer trends and behaviors, retail marketing strategy, etc.) within the retail environment. Students will gain an understanding of the nuances of a trend and how it manifests on a global scale as well as create an effective, professional grade presentation. Must have a valid ID for Travel. Travel at student's expense. Colonnade/Statewide General Education Code K-IE
Prerequisite(s): 21 hours of Foundations and Explorations Courses, or junior status
Restriction(s): Students with a semester level of Academy Junior, Academy Senior or Freshman may not enroll.
Recent Term(s) Offered: summer 2022; winter 2023; summer 2023; summer 2024
IDFM 427 Visual Design III 3 Hours
Advanced application of the conveyance of ideas and information expressed with two-dimensional images through the use of electronic resources.
Prerequisite(s): IDFM 221 with a minimum grade of C and IDFM 222 with a minimum grade of C
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; fall 2022; spring 2023; fall 2023; spring 2024; fall 2024
IDFM 431 Clothing and Human Behavior 3 Hours
Study of dress and adornment in relation to human behavior. Clothing and appearance are explored in relation to the self, to interpersonal communication, and to collective behavior in social, cultural, and historical contexts. Colonnade/Statewide General Education Code K-SC
Prerequisite(s): 21 hours of Foundations and Explorations Courses, or junior status and (PSY 100 or PSYS 100 or SOCL 100)
Restriction(s): Students with a semester level of Academy Junior, Academy Senior, Freshman or Sophomore may not enroll.
Recent Term(s) Offered: winter 2022; spring 2022; summer 2022; fall 2022; spring 2023; summer 2023; fall 2023; winter 2024; spring 2024; summer 2024; fall 2024
IDFM 432 Visual Merchandising and Promotion 3 Hours
Study of the principles and practices of fashion promotion. Includes supervised experience working with visual merchandising and fashion-related events using merchandise from retail stores.
Prerequisite(s): (IDFM 120 or DMT 120) and (IDFM 221 or DMT 221) and IDFM 335
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; summer 2022; spring 2023; spring 2024; summer 2024
IDFM 433 Fashion Synthesis 3 Hours
Senior capstone where students develop a personal design aesthetic and produce a finished product using the design process encompassing trend analysis, concept development and final execution of finished garments based upon their original designs.
Prerequisite(s): IDFM 333 and IDFM 335 and IDFM 226
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; spring 2023; spring 2024
IDFM 434 History of Costume 3 Hours
Study of costume from selected historic periods. Students are required to analyze socioeconomic influences on clothing. Field experiences.
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2023
IDFM 436 Global Apparel Merchandising 3 Hours
Evaluation of the key issues facing textiles and apparel businesses operating supply chains and sourcing in the global economy considering economic, political, and social perspectives and professional implications.
Prerequisite(s): (IDFM 333 or DMT 333 or CFS 333)
Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2022; fall 2023; winter 2024; fall 2024
IDFM 438 Merchandising II for IDFM 3 Hours
Exploration of merchandising and brand development concepts using standard industry frameworks and analysis. Students will develop their own brand concept along with a full business plan to support it.
Prerequisite(s): IDFM 322 and MKT 331 (may be taken concurrently)
Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2022; fall 2023; fall 2024
IDFM 446 Restoration of Historic Interiors 3 Hours
This course focuses on design and other aspects of interior historic restoration of both academic and vernacular structures. Attention is focused on aesthetic issues of designing domestic and commercial historic interiors for restoration or adaptive reuse.
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
IDFM 448 Interior Illustration 3 Hours
Exploration and development of rendering techniques for architecture interiors, furnishings, accessories, and details. Emphasis is placed on material simulation and delineation techniques through pencil and alcohol-based marker techniques.
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; spring 2023; spring 2024