May 10, 2024  
2020-2021 SLCC General Catalog 
    
2020-2021 SLCC General Catalog [**** ATTENTION: YOU ARE VIEWING AN ARCHIVED CATALOG ****]

Course Descriptions


Course Numbering Information:
Courses at SLCC are identified by an alphabetic prefix (two to four letters) followed by a four-digit number. Numbers beginning with a “1” generally indicate a course designed primarily for freshmen (such as ENGL 1010 ); numbers beginning with a “2” generally indicate courses designed primarily for sophomores (such as MATH 2010 ); numbers beginning with a “0” generally indicate preparatory courses that are non-transferable (such as MATH 0950 ).

 

English as a Second Language, Levels 1-3 (SAT)

  
  • KESL 0735 - Advanced I Conversation

    Contact Hours: 90
    This course aims to develop cultural awareness and improve conversation skills in Advanced I English language learners through the understanding of idioms. In this course, students will recognize and produce the high-frequency idioms and expressions needed in a range of conversational and academic situations. Students will increase their ability to understand conversations through structured and communicative activities. This course provides training for students who want to build their idiomatic vocabulary and cultural fluency for communicative success in a variety of situations.


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  • KESL 0736 - Advanced I Conversation

    Contact Hours: 60
    This course aims to improve students’ conversation and communication skills. Students will recognize and produce common idioms and expressions. Students will increase their ability to understand conversations through structured and communicative activities. This course helps students develop their idiomatic vocabulary and cultural fluency for communicative success in a variety of situations.

    Prerequisite: Appropriate SLCC placement or successful completion of KESL 0336  
    Semester: All


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  • KESL 0742 - Pre-College Computer Lab

    Contact Hours: 45
    Introduction and practice as needed for college success: word processing, e-mail, internet.

    Prerequisite: Appropriate placement score


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  • KESL 0745 - Advanced I Grammar

    Contact Hours: 60
    In this course, students develop, refine, and practice the form, meaning, and use components of discourse-level English grammar. Students will use corpus-based materials to help them improve their written and oral grammar skills. Sample course activities include oral presentations and written paragraphs and essays.

    Prerequisite: Appropriate SLCC placement or successful completion of KESL 0345  


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  • KESL 0750 - Pre-College Workshop

    Contact Hours: 30
    Pronunciation, debate, particular grammar points, vocabulary, etc. Student needs and interests determine actual curriculum.


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  • KESL 0751 - Grammar

    Contact Hours: 60
    Students will refine their grammar abilities for linguistic competence and accuracy.

    Prerequisite: Appropriate placement score


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  • KESL 0752 - Pre-College Grammar

    Contact Hours: 45
    A refining of grammar abilities for linguistic competence and accuracy.

    Prerequisite: Appropriate placement score


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  • KESL 0755 - Advanced I Vocabulary

    Contact Hours: 60
    This course develops learners’ academic and career technical vocabulary at the advanced level. Corpus-based approaches will be used to facilitate learner’s vocabulary knowledge. Students will be expected to work on unknown words in the General Service List and the Academic Vocabulary list.

    Prerequisite: Appropriate SLCC placement or successful completion of KESL 0355  


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  • KESL 0765 - Advanced I Pronunciation

    Contact Hours: 60
    This course develops learners’ advanced level pronunciation skills. This will include attention to both segmental and suprasegmental pronunciation needs with a primary focus on issues of that interfere with learner intelligibility. 

    Prerequisite: Appropriate SLCC placement or successful completion of KESL 0365  


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English as a Second Language, Level 4

  
  • ESL 1010 - Advanced II Speaking and Listening

    Credits: 5
    This course develops academic listening and speaking skills of advanced level students who are interested in pursuing an academic degree at Salt Lake Community College. Learners work on academic vocabulary development, academic listening skills development, development of effective note-taking, and academic discussions and presentation skills. Course materials include authentic academic lectures and texts. Activities include giving formal presentations, engaging in small group discussions, and reporting on basic research. Successful completion of this course indicates that students are college-ready.

    Prerequisite: Appropriate SLCC placement or successful completion of KESL 0715  
    Semester: All


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  • ESL 1020 - Advanced II Reading and Writing

    Credits: 5
    This course develops academic reading, writing, and research skills of advanced ESL students. Students are introduced to languages skills necessary for successful completion of introductory university content courses. Learner outcomes include academic vocabulary development, improvement in reading and comprehension of university textbook materials, and development of the academic essay and research paper writing skills.  Students read and present material both verbally and in writing, write essays, and complete a research paper. Successful completion of this course satisfies English placement requirements for ENGL 1010.

    Prerequisite: Appropriate SLCC placement or successful completion of KESL 0725  
    Semester: All


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  • ESL 1030 - Advanced II Conversation

    Credits: 3
    Advanced II Conversation is designed to improve students’ conversational skills and to prepare students who are not native speakers of English for college courses and the workplace. This course offers students extensive practice in college-level conversations, group discussions, oral presentations, and pronunciation improvement.

    Prerequisite: Appropriate SLCC placement or successful completion of KESL 0736  
    Semester: All


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  • ESL 1040 - Advanced II Grammar

    Credits: 3
    Advanced II Grammar is designed to improve students’ comprehension and production of grammatically accurate English. Students analyze spoken and written English for grammatical accuracy, study complex sentence structures, and practice speaking and writing grammatically correct English.

    Prerequisite: Appropriate SLCC placement or successful completion of KESL 0745  
    Semester: All


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  • ESL 1050 - Advanced II Vocabulary

    Credits: 3
    Advanced II Vocabulary is designed to improve students’ overall proficiency in the English language with a focus on the production and comprehension of advanced English vocabulary. Students increase their vocabulary by studying and learning how to proficiently use technical, academic, and professional English words and phrases.

    Prerequisite: Appropriate SLCC placement or successful completion of KESL 0736  
    Semester: All


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  • ESL 1060 - Advanced II Pronunciation

    Credits: 3
    Advanced II Pronunciation develops learners’ pronunciation skills. This will include attention to both segmental and suprasegmental pronunciation needs with a primary focus on issues that interfere with learner intelligibility. 

    Prerequisite: Appropriate SLCC placement or successful completion of KESL 0765  
    Semester: All


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  • ESL 1080 - Business English for ESL

    Credits: 3
    Introduces students to the proper use of English in business situations, including job interviews and resume writing.


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  • ESL 1090 - American Culture & Citizenship

    Credits: 3
    Provides students with instruction in the culture and history of the United States for general preparation and in preparation for the US citizenship test.


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Ethnic Studies

  
  • ETHS 2400 - Intro to Ethnic Studies (SS, DV)

    Credits: 3
    A comparative look at the experience of ethnic groups designed to develop a consciousness of the social, economic, political, cultural and historical forces that shape the development of ethnic groups; provide a framework for a socio-cultural analysis of discrimination and prejudice in the experiences of people of color; foster cross-cultural communication; and enrich individual cultural identity.

    Semester: Fall & Spring


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  • ETHS 2410 - African Amer. Culture (SS, DV)

    Credits: 3
    Intro to historical, political, social and cultural experiences of African Americans in U.S. society including the impact of privilege and discrimination; use of social work frameworks to increase competency in complex cultural and community issues.

    Semester: All


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  • ETHS 2420 - Asian American Culture (SS, DV)

    Credits: 3
    Intro to historical, political, social and cultural experiences of diverse Asian Americans in U.S. society including the impact of privilege and discrimination; use of social work frameworks to increase competency in complex cultural and community issues.

    Semester: All


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  • ETHS 2430 - Mexican American Culture (SS, DV)

    Credits: 3
    Intro to historical, political, social & cultural experiences of Mexican Americans including identity and empowerment; social movements; the status and experience of the Mexican American in the US society; their contributions to American society in order to increase competency in complex cultural & community issues.

    Semester: Fall & Spring


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  • ETHS 2440 - Native Amer. Culture (SS, DV)

    Credits: 3
    Intro to historical, political, social and cultural experiences of Native American groups in U.S. society including the impact of privilege and discrimination; use of social work frameworks to increase competency in complex cultural and community issues.

    Semester: All


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  • ETHS 2900 - Special Topics in Ethnic Studies

    Credits: 1-3
    An in depth study of a particular topic in Ethnics Studies. The course may involve readings, discussion, research, service learning, intensive writing or other skills deemed appropriate.

    Semester: All


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Event Management (CE)

  
  • EVNT 1010 - Intro to Event & Mtg Planning

    Credits: 2
    This introductory online course acquaints students with the common components of well executed meetings and events. This course introduces site selection, food and beverage, audio visual, contracts, industry overview and career possibilities.

    Semester: All


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  • EVNT 1100 - Site Selection/Negotiation/Law

    Credits: 2
    This course outlines the key elements to successful site selection, negotiation issues/techniques, contract provisions/analysis and diverse industry contracts. Legal issues unique to the meeting industry will be identified.


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  • EVNT 1200 - Transportation & Housing

    Credits: 2
    The logistics of air and ground transportation and hotel arrangements will be discussed. Students will learn trade strategies to make informed decisions leading to a successful meeting experience.


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  • EVNT 1300 - Event Registration

    Credits: 2
    This course introduces students to the various registration systems and keys to selecting the best registration method. Students will learn the process to make informed decisions.


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  • EVNT 1400 - Food and Beverage Management

    Credits: 2
    Learn a systematic approach to evaluating meeting objectives and group needs as they relate to menu design, pricing structures, guarantee strategies, negotiation items and overall information about food and beverage services.


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  • EVNT 1500 - Hotel Sales & Operation

    Credits: 2
    This online course introduces students to the principles and procedures of hotel sales and operation by taking part in learn-by-doing activities. Networking, building internal and external relationships and selling techniques will also be taught.


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  • EVNT 1600 - Special Events

    Credits: 2
    Students will be provided with the tools needed to hold effective special events. Venues including meetings, conferences, exhibits, fairs, trade shows, international events, weddings, etc. will be addressed.


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  • EVNT 1700 - Non-Profit Event Planning

    Credits: 2
    This online course focuses on planning successful special events for non-profit organizations. Students will explore fund-raising breakfasts, black tie galas, festivals, auctions, golf tournaments, fashion shows, concerts and soirees.


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  • EVNT 1800 - Money Management for Event Planners

    Credits: 2
    This online course introduces students to the essential tools needed to prepare a budget for events of all sizes, information gathering, analyzing goals/objectives and preparing and communicating presentations to clients.


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Environmental Technology

  
  • ENVT 2200 - Laws/Policy for Sustainability

    Credits: 3
    Explore the laws and policies in the US which affect sustainability. Discuss policies and applications for sustainability includes a project connecting laws, regulations, policies, treaties and science to a major sustainability issue.

    Prerequisite: ENVT 1010  
    Semester: Fall & Spring


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Exercise Science

  
  • EXSC 2200 - Kinesiology

    Credits: 3
    This course will focus on the anatomical, physiological and mechanical principles as they are applied to human movement. This course will emphasize the musculoskeletal and nervous system structures and functions into a practical application of the science of human movement.

    Prerequisite: EXSC 2500  or BIOL 1610  or BIOL 2320  
    Semester: Fall & Spring


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  • EXSC 2250 - Exercise Physiology

    Credits: 3
    The purpose of this course is to examine the physiological basis of exercise. The focus will be on the energy systems necessary for human movement, and the acute responses and chronic adaptations of the neuromuscular, endocrine, cardiovascular, and respiratory systems when exposed to the stress of exercise.    

    Prerequisite: EXSC 2500  or BIOL 1610  
    Semester: Fall & Spring


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  • EXSC 2400 - Exercise and Special Populations

    Credits: 3
    This course will examine the pathophysiology and the benefits of providing exercise prescriptions to the chronic diseases such as; obesity, cholesterol, heart disease, cancer and the elderly as a preventative measure utilizing the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and Exercise is Medicine (EIM) guidelines. 

    Prerequisite: EXSC 2500  
    Semester: Fall & Spring


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  • EXSC 2415 - Functional Performance

    Credits: 3
    The purpose of this course is to provide students with the tools necessary in assessing and implementing corrective movements for participants showing a relative risk to decreased neuromuscular coordination, improper motor unit recruitment, and the risk of musculoskeletal compensation on human performance.

    Prerequisite: EXSC 2200  or BIOL 2320  
    Semester: Fall & Spring


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  • EXSC 2425 - Evaluation and Assessment of Fitness

    Credits: 3
    This course provides students with the tools necessary to evaluate and assess participants relative to risk factors and/or symptoms for various chronic cardiovascular, pulmonary, muscular, and metabolic diseases/disorders, to optimize safety during exercise testing and participation.

    Prerequisite: EXSC 2200  
    Semester: All


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  • EXSC 2430 - Designing Training Programs

    Credits: 3
    The purpose of this course is to apply scientific principles of exercise to the development and implementation of training programs for apparently healthy individuals and athletes. The focus will be on addressing risks, needs, fitness capacity, and goals in the creation of training programs to improve the components of fitness (cardiorespiratory, muscular, and flexibility/mobility).

    Prerequisite: EXSC 2425  
    Semester: Fall & Spring


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  • EXSC 2450 - Personal Trainer Internship

    Credits: 3


    Should be taken in final semester of Fit Tech Program. Students will observe and assist in the fitness training of individuals. 120 hours must be completed. Categories of intern sites include: SLCC athletic department, US Speed Skating, Exercise is Medicine (IHC), Murray Transition program, Odyssey House, and Traditional training facilities.

    Prerequisite: Instructor’s Approval

    Should be taken in final semester of Fit Tech Program.
    Semester: Fall & Spring


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  • EXSC 2500 - Introduction to Exercise Science

    Credits: 3
    This is an introduction to the Exercise Science / Kinesiology major. Course surveys the anatomical, physiological, nutritional, psychological, biomechanical, and developmental foundations of exercise science as an academic discipline. Careers and professional responsibilities within the exercise science field are also a focus of this course.

    Semester: All


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  • EXSC 2600 - Sport and American Society

    Credits: 3
    This course considers popular fascination and academic investigation of sport in American society. Students will explore the unifying power of sport, as well as how sport serves to reproduce many inequalities present in the larger society.

    Recommended Prerequisite: EXSC 2500  
    Semester: All


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  • EXSC 2900 - Special Topics in Exercise Science

    Credits: 1-3
    This course will help students understand the research process and develop a deeper understanding/appreciation for the Exercise Science/Kinesiology discipline. This course will provide students an opportunity to explore questions of interest and/or current relevance through a defined project, which may be in the form of literature research, hands-on experimental research, or a combination of both.

    Prerequisite: Instructor Approval and EXSC 2500  
    Semester: All


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Facilities Maintenance JATC Technology

  
  • FMTA 1110 - Maintenance Electricity I

    Credits: 5
    Basic AC/DC Electricity course discussing terminology, circuits, testing equipment, troubleshooting, outlets, three way switching, single pole switching, repair/replacement, splicing wires, working knowledge of code, lighting, and electrical safety rules and procedures in lock-out tag-out. First Aid/CPR course.

    Prerequisite: FMTA 1470  or MATH 1010  or appropriate placement score


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  • FMTA 1120 - Maintenance Electricity II

    Credits: 5
    Continued training in industrial motor control principles and electrical magnetic controls, ladder diagramming and relay logic, reduced voltage starting, braking and speed control, symbols, design strategies, NEC codes, instrumentation, distribution and various control systems.

    Prerequisite: FMTA 1110  


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  • FMTA 1210 - Maintenance HVAC

    Credits: 5
    Includes safety, basic HVAC principles/practices, EPA refrigerant evacuation/reclamation Certification, basic refrigeration, basic heating, troubleshooting, tools, and equipment. Course work for RMGA Certification will be presented with testing optional.

    Prerequisite: FMTA 1120  


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  • FMTA 1470 - Math for the Trades (QS)

    Credits: 5
    Customized course in applied mathematics starting with whole numbers, formulas, fractions, decimals, algebra, geometry, and trigonometric functions.


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Family & Human Studies

  
  • FHS 0010 - Intro to Early Child. Ed. Lab

    Credits: 0
    A lab experience in which students complete two or more hours per week (depending on coreq course) of supervised interaction with children at the Eccles Lab School.

    Corequisite: FHS 2500 , FHS 2600 , or FHS 2620  
    Semester: Fall & Spring


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  • FHS 0011 - Child Guidance - Lab

    Credits: 0
    A lab experience in which students complete two hours per week of supervised interactions with children at the Eccles Lab School.

    Corequisite: FHS 2610  
    Semester: Fall & Spring


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  • FHS 1230 - Adolescent Growth & Dev.

    Credits: 3
    Studies the growth and development of adolescents. Principles and issues that affect adolescents’ daily lives in the home, school, and society are discussed.

    Semester: Fall & Spring


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  • FHS 1500 - Lifespan Human Development (SS)

    Credits: 3
    Fundamentals of growth and development from preconception to old age and death are explored. The domains of physical, cognitive, and social-emotional growth for each age in the life cycle are explored in a variety of contexts.

    Semester: All


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  • FHS 1900 - Individual Studies in FHS

    Credits: 1-3
    Students plan areas of study, Service Learning, or travel and work with an instructor on an individual basis. The course may involve readings, discussion, research, service learning, intensive writing, or other skills deemed appropriate.

    Prerequisite: Instructor approval
    Semester: Based on student demand


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  • FHS 2000 - Co-op Education in FHS

    Credits: 1-2
    This course is designed to accommodate the needs of students who are working at least 20 hours per week in a professional environment that provides direct care to young children. Credit varies (1-2 hours).

    Prerequisite: Instructor approval
    Semester: Based on student demand


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  • FHS 2020 - Special Studies-CDA Completion

    Credits: 3
    Individuals who have been awarded the CDA Credential will be awarded credit.

    Semester: Based on student demand


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  • FHS 2180 - Home, School & Comm. Relations

    Credits: 3
    The relationship between home, school and the community are explored. Emphasis is placed on building effective communication between parents and teachers.

    Semester: All


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  • FHS 2300 - Administration of Early Childhood Programs

    Credits: 3
    This course focuses on the working world of a child care center director. Through readings, hands-on projects and discussions with other students in the course, students will explore decision-making from a programs inception, funding, and staffing. This class examines basic management principles in directing a preschool or child care program.

    Semester: Spring


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  • FHS 2340 - Creating Environments for Young Children

    Credits: 3
    Focuses on the preparation of indoor & outdoor learning environments for children in early childhood settings, developmentally and culturally appropriate materials, equipment & technological resources, and the importance of play as the primary vehicle through which young children learn. Emphasis is placed on how to provide learning environments that support and enhance all areas of development.

    Semester: Fall


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  • FHS 2400 - Marriage and Family Relations (SS)

    Credits: 3
    Introduction to marriage and the family. Family relationships and dynamics are examined within the context of societal change. Emphasis is placed on the connection between the family and individuals’ personal choices in a changing society.

    Semester: All


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  • FHS 2450 - Introduction to Human Sexuality (SS)

    Credits: 3
    Integration of biological, behavioral, and socio-cultural factors in human sexuality and relationships. Personal and social-sexual issues are explored as they relate to sexual decision-making/behavior and sexual health.

    Semester: All


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  • FHS 2500 - Child Development: Birth-Eight

    Credits: 3
    The study of child development. Emphasis on curriculum development and developmentally appropriate practices. Methods of teaching children are examined and practiced. Includes observation and participation in a supervised lab experience.

    Prerequisite: FHS 1500 , FHS 2600 , and FHS 2610  (can be taken concurrently), all w/C grade or better
    Corequisite: FHS 0010  
    Semester: Fall


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  • FHS 2550 - Infant and Toddler Development

    Credits: 3
    The total development of the infant from birth to 24 months. Emphasis on observation, assessment, developmentally appropriate practices and professional infant care. Research on experimental learning will be reviewed.

    Semester: Fall


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  • FHS 2570 - Growth & Dev. of Children 6-12

    Credits: 3
    Studies the growth and development of children ages 6 to 12 years. Principles and issues that impact the child’s daily life in the home, school, and community are discussed.

    Semester: Spring


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  • FHS 2600 - Intro. to Early Childhood Ed.

    Credits: 3
    An introduction to the field of Early Childhood Education. The basics for shaping curriculum for young children are introduced. Observation and participation in a supervised lab experience (FHS 0010 ) is a key element of the course.

    Recommended Prerequisite: FHS 1500  
    Corequisite: FHS 0010  
    Semester: Fall & Spring


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  • FHS 2610 - Child Guidance

    Credits: 3
    This is an introduction to effective strategies for guiding children in individual and large group settings. It includes observations and participation in a supervised lab experience (FHS 0011 ).

    Recommended Prerequisite: FHS 1500  
    Corequisite: FHS 0011  
    Semester: Fall & Spring


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  • FHS 2620 - Creative Learning

    Credits: 4
    Capstone course for FHS AS degree. Emphasizes creative process in planning, implementing curriculum and self discovery. Assessment, home and school communication, professional ethics included. Department capstone project and e-portfolio required. Two weekly labs required.

    Prerequisite: FHS 1500 , FHS 2500 , FHS 2600 , and FHS 2610 , all w/C grade or better
    Corequisite: FHS 0010  (a specified section of FHS 0010  must be taken with this course please contact the department for more information)
    Semester: Spring


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  • FHS 2645 - Early Childhood Integrated Curriculum

    Credits: 3
    Provides students with a practical framework for building effective and meaningful curriculum for young children. Students will study, participate in and practice methods in planning and implementing an integrated early childhood curriculum.

    Semester: All


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  • FHS 2800 - Practicum Teaching

    Credits: 5
    Supervised classroom practicum experience in the Eccles Lab School. In collaboration with lead teacher, students plan and implement lesson plans and activities for a large group of children. Community placement module included.

    Prerequisite: FHS 2620  (may be taken concurrently) w/C grade or better and instructor approval
    Corequisite: FHS 2820  
    Semester: Based on student demand


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  • FHS 2820 - Teaching Seminar

    Credits: 2
    Examines child development concepts and how they apply to teaching young children. Focuses on building teaching competencies. Seminar format. Discussion of strengths and challenges associated with practicum teaching experience.

    Prerequisite: FHS 2620  (may be taken concurrently) w/C grade or better and instructor approval
    Corequisite: FHS 2800  
    Semester: Based on student demand


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  • FHS 2900 - Special Topics in FHS

    Credits: 1-3
    An in depth study of a particular topic in early childhood, family or human studies. The course may involve readings, discussion, research, intensive writing or other skills deemed appropriate. Course may be taught with a Service Learning component.

    Semester: Based on student demand


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Fashion Design

  
  • FASH 1010 - Introduction to Fashion (FA)

    Credits: 3


    An introduction to the broad and ever-changing fashion industry. Study topics include creative process, aesthetics, and elements and principles of design, and how they are applied apparel design, textile technology, production, merchandising, and buying and retail strategies. Additionally, fashion history, socioeconomics, trade, sustainability, and career opportunities are covered.

    Students will acquire a general understanding of the fashion industry’s many disparate facets.

    Semester: All


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  • FASH 1050 - Fashion Sustainability

    Credits: 2
    This course will educate students on the problems of sustainability in the fashion industry, and suggest possible solutions for these problems. The course focuses on the study and understanding of sustainable clothing production and its influence in today’s fashion industry. Emphasis will be placed on the current 2nd-hand movement and on recycling as fundamental parts of partial solutions.

    Recommended Prerequisite: FASH 1010  (may be taken concurrently)
    Semester: Spring


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  • FASH 1100 - Pattern Drafting Essentials

    Credits: 3
    This is the first in a series of pattern making classes. You will be developing basic flat pattern making skills that will form the necessary foundation for further skills taught in the advanced class and elective pattern making classes. Mastery of these basic skills is essential to your success in the Fashion Institute program.

    Recommended Prerequisite: FASH 1500  (may be taken concurrently)
    Semester: All
    Additional Course Fee Required


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  • FASH 1120 - Styling I

    Credits: 2
    Students will learn the basics of fashion styling and career options identified, including the requirements unique to each area including personal styling, the entertainment industry, commercial and editorial styling. Through hands-on projects, students will learn the techniques of visual storytelling, photo composition, analyzing body types, color theory, accessorizing, and clothing care

    Semester: Fall


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  • FASH 1150 - Pattern by Measurements

    Credits: 3
    This course is centered around teaching students how to take specific and correct measurements of the human body, creating a basic body draft from which a pattern can be made that will accommodate any type and style of clothing imaginable - with minimal fitting. Students will end the semester having created items of clothing they can be proud to wear.

    Prerequisite: FASH 1500  (may be taken concurrently)
    Semester: Fall
    Additional Course Fee Required


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  • FASH 1190 - Couture Embellishments

    Credits: 3
    Couture Embellishments introduces students to the methodology of couture artistry through experiential learning and provides an overview of various hand-sewn embellishment techniques to help students incorporate haute couture embellishments and enhance and elevate interest in the design.

    Semester: Spring


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  • FASH 1200 - The Art of Fashion

    Credits: 3
    Students will develop a personal aesthetic as they explore fashion as an art form and gain an understanding of the creative process by completing specific projects related to inspiration, color, design and marketability, while developing and refining effective personal presentation skills.

    Semester: Fall & Spring


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  • FASH 1210 - Fashion Illustration I

    Credits: 3
    Students will learn terms and techniques for executing fashion illustrations, including drawing croquis in basic and high fashion poses, and technical flat form for illustrating apparel design concepts using pencil, pen and colored pencils. Students will master the 9-head fashion figure, line quality and shading techniques, and how to present their illustrations in a professional manner.

    Semester: All


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  • FASH 1240 - Fashion Buying and Management

    Credits: 3
    A successful buyer or proprietor must possess an awareness of fashion trends, an ability to plan and budget, and solid communication and interpersonal skills. Through use of the textbook and real-life interactions with the local fashion community, this course emphasizes a hands-on approach to acquiring successful entrepreneurial skills needed by a startup fashion buyer or small business owner.

    Recommended Prerequisite: FASH 1010  (with concurrency)
    Semester: Fall


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  • FASH 1250 - Textiles

    Credits: 3
    The Textiles Course provides students with a basic knowledge of textiles: production, performance characteristics, and an understanding of textile components-including fibers, yarns, fabrics, and finishes. Students will learn how to recognize specific fabrics necessary to fulfill day-to-day responsibilities in many careers in the textile, apparel, and interior design segments of the global textile industry.

    Semester: Fall & Spring
    Additional Course Fee Required


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  • FASH 1260 - Fashion Forecasting

    Credits: 3
    This course is an overview of the fashion forecasting process. Students will learn how research, edit, analyze and predict trends in fashion, as well as how to present this information in an effective forecast that anticipates consumer preferences and the upcoming direction of fashion.

    Recommended Prerequisite: FASH 1010  (may be taken concurrently)
    Semester: Spring


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  • FASH 1300 - Visual Merchandising

    Credits: 3


    This course involves visual merchandising theory and practice for effectively presenting store merchandise. Students will study the principles of design: composition, line, balance, color & harmony, in relation to store display and develop skills in evaluating and implementing visual merchandising. Groups will work with a store display team in complete a merchandising project in a retail setting.

     

    Recommended Prerequisite: FASH 1010  (may be taken concurrently)
    Semester: Fall


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  • FASH 1320 - Apparel Analysis

    Credits: 3
    This course covers all aspects of garment design and quality construction methods. This course offers a thorough overview of apparel so that students may intelligently communicate about a product and create Technical Packages (Tech-packs). Tech-packs are an important tool of production departments, merchandisers, sourcing agents, marketing, and other departments within the apparel industry.

    Prerequisite: FASH 1010 , FASH 1250 , ART 2412  (all may be taken concurrently)
    Semester: Fall & Spring
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  • FASH 1340 - Fashion Photography

    Credits: 2
    Emphasizing solutions to complex photographic problems, this course is for students interested in discovering the versatility and creative potential of fashion photography. Students will learn how natural light and controlled studio lighting can enhance photographs. The course incorporates lectures, demonstrations and a series of assignments in fashion portraiture, editorial and product set-ups. 

    Prerequisite: ART 1050  
    Recommended Prerequisite: FASH 1120  (may be taken concurrently)
    Semester: Summer


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  • FASH 1350 - History of Costume

    Credits: 3
    This course will examine western historic fashion and costume for men and women from ancient times to present, along with the cultural and political events that shaped each era and it’s clothing.

    Semester: All


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  • FASH 1370 - 20th Century Fashion

    Credits: 3
    Students will examine contributions of designers, social life, customs, politics, and the arts to the growth and development of the 20th century fashion industry and develop information literacy by evaluating sources and justifying each one for papers or presentations. Students will develop collaborative skills through discussions and projects, ultimately producing a 20th century fashion exhibit.

    Recommended Prerequisite: FASH 1010 , FASH 1350  (these courses may be taken concurrently)  
    Semester: Fall


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  • FASH 1400 - Copyrights for Creative Professionals

    Credits: 1
    This introductory short course focuses on U.S. copyrights given to creative individuals who produce visual, musical, literary works of art or performing arts. The course also covers licensing and trademarking.

    Semester: Spring


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  • FASH 1420 - Salesmanship and Promotion for Creative Professionals

    Credits: 2
    This introductory short course will introduce basic sales and self-promotional principles and techniques specifically tailored for creative artists.

    Semester: Spring


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  • FASH 1440 - Building a Creative Business

    Credits: 2
    This introductory short course will introduce basic business structures and examine the process of setting up a business for creative professionals working in the areas of music, the many forms of visual design, fine art, animation, film and video, and the literary arts.

    Semester: Spring


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  • FASH 1500 - Beginning Sewing

    Credits: 3
    Beginning Sewing students will achieve a basic level of sewing skills and an understanding of beginner level appropriate techniques. Each sewing technique will be completed in a sample form. Application of certain basic skills will be reinforced through three sewing projects - the projects will be graded according to application of the specific techniques taught in the class, the textbook, and other materials.

    Semester: All
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  • FASH 1505 - Intermediate Sewing

    Credits: 3
    Intermediate sewing builds on the basic skills and techniques that students acquire in FASH 1500 , and emphasizes industry sewing techniques using industrial machines. Additionally, specialized hand sewing techniques are covered. Sewing techniques will be practiced using sample garments and practical application of these skills will be assessed and graded in four sewing projects.

    Prerequisite: FASH 1500  with a C grade or higher
    Semester: Fall & Spring
    Additional Course Fee Required


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  • FASH 1550 - Alterations

    Credits: 3
    Alterations will teach students basic alteration skills for patterns and clothing, the correct fitting techniques for altering ready to wear clothing, and the skills necessary for upcycling used clothing.

    Prerequisite: FASH 1500  
    Semester: Summer
    Additional Course Fee Required


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  • FASH 1570 - Manual Pattern Grading

    Credits: 3
    Manual Pattern Grading will help students understand grading principles within the apparel production process. Students will learn about the development of grading distributions, determine grading rules from body measurements and garment specifications, and apply these techniques to manual and computer grading methods.

    Prerequisite: FASH 1100  and FASH 1500  
     
    Recommended Prerequisite: FASH 1505 , FASH 1660  
    Semester: Spring


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  • FASH 1610 - Knitwear Design

    Credits: 3
    Knitwear Design students will design and construct professional clothing from stretch knit fabrics by providing students with the techniques and skills necessary to design, clone, pattern, drape, and construct stretch fabric garments using a serger, and also help students combine the correct stretch fabrics and sewing skills required for the type of clothing that is designed.

    Prerequisite: FASH 1100  
    Semester: Fall & Spring
    Additional Course Fee Required


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