Family and Consumer Sciences helps individuals understand many aspects of the relationships between human beings and their environment. Students may explore many areas in this department for personal use or career direction. Emphasis in all courses relate basic skills learned in Math, Science, and Communication Arts to daily living. Study is accomplished through the application of theories and research to practical individual and group tasks. Students may explore or concentrate in areas of study in child development, health careers, interior design, personal relationships, foods/catering, and clothing technology. Health and Human Service Internship programs are available to junior and senior students who are interested in any of the area listed below.
Our course descriptions are listed under one of the following categories:
Food Science
Catering
Relationship Systems
Fashion Merchandising
Consumer Education
Interior Design
Careers and Health Occupations
Internship/Independent Study
Food Science
309308 FOOD SCIENCE
Food Science is the study of the physical and chemical characteristics of food. The course focuses on nutrition, health, food processing, and preparation. The scientific method and lab experiments are used to study all aspects of food. Students will be studying science by using material that has direct application to their daily lives. This course is recommended for students interested in areas of: food technology, food science and research, athletic nutrition, dietetics, chemistry, and bio-chemistry. Food science satisfies science requirement
Level: 10, 11, 12 Semesters: 1 Credit:1/2
Prerequisites: None Course Fee Required May also meet Science Credit
309350 , 309351 SENIOR FOODS
This course deals with food, nutrition and preparation techniques that will develop successful independent living. The focus is on all aspects of food prep, sanitation, basic and advanced techniques matched to the student's ability, creativity and recipe development. Senior Foods is fundamental for anyone who wants to create healthy alternatives to eating fast food, wants a great basic cooking course or is interested in careers in food science, sports nutrition, dietetics, catering or hotel/restaurant management.
Level: 12 Semesters: 1 Credit:1/2
Prerequisites: None Course Fee Required
Catering
309310 CULINARY ARTS AND NUTRITION 1
This course provides a basic knowledge of nutrition and cooking techniques that apply to everyday needs as well as commercial food preparation. This course focuses on food sanitation, food prep and eating according to the food pyramid and RDA recommendations. The emphasis is on food prep techniques, product quality and variations in the basic product for nutrition, creativity and dietary needs and restrictions. Feeding yourself and others at breakfast, lunch and dinner will give direction to this course. This course will be beneficial personally, as well as to students interested in food related careers such as food science, hotel/restaurant management, sports nutrition, dietetics and catering. This course may be taken on its own or as a course with Culinary Arts and Nutrition 2. The two courses together complete a student's basic knowledge and fulfill the full Applied Science and Technology credit.
Level: 9,10,11,12 Semesters: 1 Credit:1/2
Prerequisites: None Course Fee Required
309311 CULINARY ARTS AND NUTRITION 2
This course provides a basic knowledge of food preparation and nutrition. Focus will center on food prep and eating according to the food pyramid and RDA recommendations. This course can be taken as a second semester to Culinary Arts and Nutrition 1, producing a year course for the full Applied Science and Technology credit. This course is beneficial to anyone interested in food related career, such as food science, hotel/restaurant management, sports nutrition, dietetics and catering.
Level: 9,10,11,12 Semesters: 1 Credit: 1/2
Prerequisites: Culinary & Nutrition 1 Course Fee Required
Relationship Systems
309531 ADULT LIVING/PERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS
This course is designed to gain better understanding of self, relationships and the society in which we live. The insights, skills and concepts taught in this class are the basics of establishing satisfying and healthy relationships. Areas of study include: personality development; personal communication; anger management; gender development and differences; family patterns of interaction; current issues affecting group; family and individual relationships, aging. This course will help to assist living in today's world. This course is valuable to all students, and of particular interest for those considering a career in a human relation's field.
Level: 11,12 Semesters: 1 Credit: 1/2
Prerequisite: None
309512 PARENTING
The skills of parenting and child-related careers are addressed in a program that studies the changes in family structure, charisteristics of a mature parent, human reproduction, prenatal development, child birth, and the development of infants to age one. Developmental psychology of the infant includes physical, emotional, social and intellectual growth. Simulations include the "Empathy Belly" and "Baby Think it Over". This course may be taken as a prerequisite for the Child Development Laboratory.
Level: 9,10,11,12 Semesters: 1 Credit: 1/2
Prerequisites: None
309516 CHILD DEVELOPMENT
This course will prepare the student to understand the developing child. Topics covered will include the developmental psychology of the toddler and the preschool child, theories in child development, health and safety of the child, and the management of child care centers. A three week mini lab will be conducted for three year olds to give the students an opportunity to observe and teach the toddler. Students who earn an A or B in Child Development will earn articulated credit at College of DuPage. This course is a prerequisite for Child Development Lab.
Level: 10, 11,12 Semesters: 1 Credit: 1/2
Prerequisites: None (Parenting recommended)
309521 CHILD DEVELOPMENT LAB
This course includes the practical experience of preparing and teaching pre-school age children in our "in-house" pre-school The students prepare their lessons on Mondays and Fridays and teach the children on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Students prepare lessons for large motor and small motor skills, music, language, and science and math skill in a developmentally appropriate curriculum. Articulated with College of DuPage.
Level: 10,11,12 Semesters: 1 Credit: 1/2
Prerequisite: Child Development or Parenting, ""C"" or better
Fashion Merchandising
309221 FASHION MERCHANDISING
This course provides a basic knowledge of textiles and the elements and principles of design and how they relate to the fashion industry. It provides the student with the opportunity to study fashion designers and fashion history and apply this knowledge to the fashion industry today and in the future. Merchandising skills and career development will help students understand the fashion industry and what is needed to be successful. A field trip is planned to integrate the student's classroom studies.
Level: 10, 11, 12 Semesters: 1 Credit: 1/2
Prerequisites: None Course Fee Required May also meet Fine Arts credit
Consumer Education
309550 , 309551 CONSUMER EDUCATION
Family financial planning is addressed in the course. Students will study economic systems, use of credit, budgets, savings, investing and banking. They will prepare a project to demonstrate their ability to purchase an automobile and insurance, investigate career choices, purchase health insurance and plan clothing and food purchases.
Level: 11,12 Semesters: 1 Credit: 1/2
Prerequisites: None Required for graduation
Interior Design
309410 INTERIOR DESIGN
The world of color, line, and design is explored in this beginning class of interior design. Principles and elements of design are studied and application projects are created for a student portfolio. Scaled floor plans; furniture arrangements and a client directed design for a one story home are produced by the student.
Level: 10,11,12 Semesters: 1 Credit:1/2
Prerequisites: None Course Fee Required May also meet Fine Arts credit
309423 APPLIED INTERIOR DESIGN
The Building Trades House will be the focus of Applied Interior Design. Students will gain knowledge about housing styles, furniture styles, kitchens, floors, wall coverings as they select the materials for the house. Guest speakers in the trades and design fields will help students prepare for careers in the field.
Level: 11,12 Semesters: 1 Credit:1/2
Prerequisites: Interior Design May also meet Fine Arts credit
Careers and Health Occupations
309580 INTRODUCTION TO HEALTH OCCUPATIONS
This course is an introduction to the careers available in health care. Emphasis is on job qualifications, educational requirements, and career opportunities for the numerous health care professions. Topics to be discussed will include personal characteristics of health care professionals, medical ethics and laws, nutrition as it relates to disease, and vital signs. Anatomy and physiology will be studied to provide a preliminary background for the terminology needed to proceed to future education in health and medical careers. Students will receive certification in American Red Cross CPR and First Aid. Resources include speakers and field trips dealing with health and medical careers. Dual credit can be received from COD and District 203 with the completion of both Intro to Health Occupations and Health Occupations. Please consult instructor.
Level: 10,11,12 Semesters: 1 Credit: 1/2
Prerequisite: None Course Fee Required
309583 HEALTH OCCUPATIONS
This course is the second half of the health occupation sequence. Students will gather information about the variety of career choices in the health/medical fields by observing and shadowing professionals in twenty-five different departments at Edward Hospital as well as various professional offices throughout the community. These can include a veterinarian, optometrist, physical therapist, nursing home, dentist, and chiropractic offices. Classroom instruction continues from first semester with emphasis on universal precautions, infection control, health care in various life stages, hospice care, and communications. This course meets for two consecutive periods as a block class to allow for the Edward Hospital and professional office commute time. Resources include speakers in the classroom and at the hospital. Current TB test required. Dual credit can be received from COD and District 203 with the successful completion of both Intro to Health Occupations and Health Occupations. Please consult instructor. There is a limited enrollment for the class and preference is given to upperclassmen.
Level: 10,11,12 Semesters: 1 Credit: 1
Prerequisites: Introduction to Health Occupations, Application, Interview and Teacher Approval Course Fee Required
Dual Credit with College of DuPage
309532 , 309533 INTRODUCTION TO TEACHING
This course allows highly motivated students to experience teaching as a possible career choice. The student must apply for this class and must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5. The class meets during a double period of 2nd and 3rd hours. Foundations of education concepts are presented and students prepare a portfolio to take to their college. Students are assigned to a district elementary or junior high for their teaching experience three days each week and will teach and assist in the classroom. 40 contact hours are required.
Level: 12 Semesters: 1 Credit: 1
Prerequisite: 2.5 GPA & Application by March 1. Good attendance record, instructor's approval with application.
Dual Credit with College of DuPage Course Fee Required
Internship/Independent Study
309590 - 309591 HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES INTERNSHIP
The Health and Human Services Internship is designed for students with career interests in health, human services and family and consumer sciences. Typical career areas would include restaurant and hospitality management, culinary arts, education, child care, interior design, fashion, fashion merchandising, and medical, dental, and mental health careers. Students receive credit for the related class and credit for their job placement. You will develop teamwork, communication, and interpersonal skills necessary for success along with focusing on career and job searching strategies. You will enhance your job and college applications through participation in the related club, FCCLA, where you will enjoy opportunities of competition, leadership, awards, travel, community service, and new friends. Membership to FCCLA is optional. One credit for the class and one credit for the job will be earned in this full year program.
Level: 11, 12 Semesters: 2 Credit: 2
Prerequisite: Must be 16 years of age at the start of the program. Ask for placement form from your counselor or CTE office in Room 125.
309592 - 309593 COSMETOLOGY
The Cosmetology program is a two-year program (junior/senior year) that meets the 1500 hour requirement for licensing by the State of Illinois. Students are transported by bus Monday through Friday, with classes meeting from 12:30 - 4:30pm. Students take classes periods one through three at the home high school. The student is responsible for the enrollment fee, basic class kit, consumable supplies and uniform. District 203 pays the student's tuition and bus transportation. TCD, as per the State of Illinois guidelines, determines the curriculum for this course. Before registration through the Guidance Dept., an application for this program must be obtained through the Career & Technical Education Dept., returned to the cosmetology coordinator in Rm. 125, and admission to the program verified.
Level: 11, 12 Semester: 2 Credit: 3
Prerequisite: Teacher approval
309610 , 309611 FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCE INDEPENDENT STUDY
See Instructional Coordinator. Contract must be worked out with sponsoring teacher prior to the beginning or each semester.
Level: 11,12 Semesters: 1 or 2 Credit: 1/2
Prerequisite: Approval application and placement
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