FAMILY and CONSUMER SCIENCES

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J. Libbin, interim department head ; M. F. Abdul- Rahman, Ph.D. (Ohio State)- family resource management; S. Bartley, Ph.D. (Tennessee)- family studies; G. Blanch, Ph.D. (Claremont)-education; P. Bloomquist, Ph.D. (New Mexico State)-education management and development; M. Bock, Ph.D. (Kansas State)-foods and nutrition; M. Chavez, Ph.D. (New Mexico State)- educational management; M. Cummings, Ph.D. (Cornell)-education; D. DelCampo, Ph.D. (Michigan)-family and child development; R. DelCampo, Ph.D. (Florida State)-family and child development; E. Devall, Ph.D. (Georgia)-child and family development; W. Eastman, Ph.D. (Texas Woman's)-nutrition and food service systems management; W. Fedio, Ph.D. (University of Alberta-Canada)-food microbiology; N. Flores, Ph.D. (Kansas State)-food science; W. Hamilton, Ed.D. (Montana State)-adult education and administration. U. Krishnan, Ph.D. (Ohio State)-human development; K. Mandabach, Ed.D. (Houston)-higher education cultural and historical studies; L. McKee, Ph.D. (Texas Tech)-food science and nutrition; M. Montanez, Ph.D. (Michigan State)-developmental psychology; D. O'Brien, Ph.D. (Oklahoma State)-home economics; R. Smitley, Ph.D. (Texas Woman's)-clothing, textiles, and fashion merchandising; B. Stringam, Ph.D. (University of Northern Arizona)- education; C. Turner, Ph.D. (New Mexico State)-curriculum and instruction; K. Vaillancort, Ph.D. (Virginia Tech)-family studies.

The candidate for the master's degree should have an undergraduate degree in a field related to the intended area of specialization. In addition to the Graduate School requirements, the admissions criteria for the Department of Family and Consumer Sciences Graduate Program include letters of reference, standardized test scores, and other materials. Suggested departmental deadlines for review of admission materials are six weeks prior to the first day of the semester of desired start. A complete description of admission requirements should be obtained from the department. The Master of Science degree in Family and Consumer Sciences can be obtained with an emphasis in one of the following areas: hotel, restaurant and tourism management; clothing, textiles and fashion merchandising; family and child science ( marriage and family therapy emphasis or teaching and research emphasis); human nutrition and food sciences; family and consumer sciences education; or general family and consumer science. A minor may be taken in a variety of supporting fields that fit the particular interests of the candidate. A minimum of 30 credits (including 4-6 credits of thesis) is required under the thesis plan and is the recommended program for most students. A non-thesis plan is available. It requires a minimum of 32 credits of course work with a written comprehensive examination. Both plans require a final oral examination.

Students will take, at the graduate level, 3 credits of statistics and 3 credits of research methodology. Students may be required to take a graduate-level technical writing course based on demonstrated writing ability in initial graduate courses. Students who do not have degrees related to their intended areas of specialization may be required to do some leveling work. Prior to the completion of 12 credits, a program advisory committee will be established to determine, with the student, the courses that will be taken for the degree work.

CLOTHING, TEXTILES, AND FASHION MERCHANDISING

CTFM 460. Cultural Perspectives in Dress 3 cr.: Explores the social, psychological and cultural aspects of dress and appearance which includes the relationship of dress to physical and social environments, aesthetic and personal expression and cultural ideas and values. Prerequisite(s): CTFM 255 and CTFM 366.
CTFM 470. Global Fashion Industry Trends 3 cr.: Exploration of fashion industry trends in a global setting. Current consumer patterns and future trends will be analyzed. Prerequisite(s): Junior, senior, graduate standing, or consent of instructor.
CTFM 474. Fashion Promotion 3 cr.: Application of media to the communication of clothing information to the public. Prerequisite: CTFM 372 or consent of instructor.
CTFM 475. Fashion Buying 3 cr.: Fundamental principles and procedures for successful merchandising of fashion goods, responsibilities of buyers, fashion trends, consumer demands, and merchandising arithmetic. Prerequisites: ACCT 251, CTFM 372, and CTFM 474.
CTFM 476. Apparel Design by Draping 3 cr. (1+4P): Theory and application of design in various fabrics and styles using three-dimensional forms in solving problems and developing designs. Prerequisite(s): CTFM 255, CTFM 273, CTFM 373. Restricted to CTFM majors.
CTFM 478. Apparel Design Through Flat Pattern 3 cr.: This course builds upon concepts introduced in Apparel Design by Draping. Examines the process of flat-pattern design and includes an expanded section on design analysis. Consent of instructor required. Prerequisite(s): CTFM 273, CTFM 373, CTFM 476. Restricted to CTFM majors.
CTFM 489. Fashion Markets 2 cr.: Investigation of fashion merchandising activities through market visits in major fashion centers. Supervised by resident faculty. A report is required. Prerequisite: CTFM 372 or consent of instructor. May be repeated for additional credit.
CTFM 492. Special Problems 1-4 cr.: Individual research study in a selected subject area of family and consumer sciences. Maximum of 4 credits per semester and a total of 6 credits toward a degree.
CTFM 551. Socio-Psychological Aspects of Clothing 3 cr.: Analysis of anthropological, political, sociological, and psychological implications of clothing as a communicator.
CTFM 552. Cultural Perspectives on Dress 3 cr.: Examines dress from interdisciplinary and cross-cultural perspectives. Focus on diversity and social change, the influence of cultural ideals and standards of appearance, and the evolution of dress in response to society s needs, values, and technology. Discussion of cultural perspectives on dress covering European, African, North and South American, Pacific, Asian, and Middle Eastern countries.
CTFM 571. Textile Science 3 cr. (1+4P): Fabrics used for modern clothing, furnishings, and miscellaneous end uses. Explores textiles testing procedures. Students enrolling in the 500-level class will be required to complete additional assignments beyond what is required for CTFM 371. Prerequisite: CHEM 110G or consent of instructor.
CTFM 572. Fashion Merchandising 3 cr.: Covers the apparel industry from designing through manufacturing and distribution to retailers. Students enrolling in the 500-level class will be required to complete additional assignments beyond what is required for CTFM 372. Prerequisites: CTFM 178 and CTFM 255 or consent of instructor.
CTFM 584. Graduate Study in Clothing for Special Needs 3 cr. (1+4P): Graduate study in the selection, adaptation, and design of clothing that is functional and attractive for special needs populations such as active sportswear, handicapped, elderly, and various specialty populations. Prerequisites: CTFM 472 and CTFM 476.
CTFM 590. Special Topics 1-4 cr.: Specific subjects and credits to be announced in the Schedule of Classes. Maximum of 4 credits per semester and a total of 9 credits toward a degree.
CTFM 598. Special Research Programs 1-4 cr.: Individual investigations, either analytical or experimental. May be repeated for a maximum of 4 credits per semester and no more than 6 credits toward a degree.

FAMILY AND CHILD SCIENCE.

FCS 492. Special Problems 1-4 cr.: Individual research in a selected subject area of family and consumer sciences. Maximum of 4 credits per semester and a total of 6 credits.
FCS 524. Supervised Practicum 1-9 cr.: Supervised experience in organizations providing services to families and children. Course subtitled in the Schedule of Classes. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. May be repeated for a maximum of 9 credits. Graded S/U.
FCS 525. Supervised Clinical Practice 3 cr.: Supervised clinical experience in Marriage and Family Therapy. Includes reviews of audio, video, and/or live sessions and case presentations. Prerequisites: 9 credits in Marriage and Family Therapy and consent of instructor. May be repeated for a maximum of 9 credits. Restricted to majors. Graded S/U.
FCS 546. Adolescent Development and the Family 3 cr.: Advanced study in research and theory relevant to the physical, mental, social, and emotional development of the child, age 12-18. Attitudes, knowledge, and skills related to working with adolescents in the family system. Prerequisite: 3 credits in human development or consent of instructor.
FCS 547. Infancy and Early Childhood in the Family 3 cr.: Research and theory relevant to prenatal development and the physical, mental, and socio-emotional development of the child from birth to age 5. Attitudes, knowledge, and skills needed for working with young children and their families. Prerequisite: 3 credits in human development or consent of instructor.
FCS 548. The Aging Family 3 cr.: Advanced study in research and theory related to the physical, mental, social, and emotional development of older adults. Attitudes, knowledge, and skills related to working with older adults in the family system, including normative and nonnormative role transitions. Prerequisite: 3 credits in human development or consent of instructor.
FCS 549. Family Ethnicities and Subcultures 3 cr.: Comparative study of American family subsystems with respect to selected social, economic and cultural backgrounds. Interaction of these subsystems in American society. Students responsible for all requirements for FCS 449V plus additional work. Prerequisite: FCS 585 or consent of instructor.
FCS 581. Middle Childhood Development in the Family 3 cr.: Research and theory relevant to the physical, mental, and socio-emotional development of the child from ages five to twelve. Attitudes, knowledge, and skills needed for working with school-age children and their families. Prerequisite: three credits in human development or consent of instructor.
FCS 583. Parenting and Child Guidance 3 cr.: Theories, principles, and skills essential for parents and professionals in guiding children within the family system. Problem prevention techniques are stressed. Prerequisites: 3 credits in human development.
FCS 584. Family Law and Ethics 3 cr.: Study of selected aspects of federal and state laws and ethical issues as they relate to the family system. Prerequisite: either FCS 585 or consent of instructor.
FCS 585. The Family System 3 cr.: Contemporary family interaction; concepts, composition, resource and environment. Prerequisites: 9 credits in family courses at undergraduate level or consent of instructor.
FCS 586. Sexuality and Family Dynamics 3 cr.: Psychosocial and physiological aspects of human sexuality from a life span and family systems perspective. Prerequisite: either FCS 585 or consent of instructor.
FCS 587. Contemporary Marriage and Family Issues 3 cr.: Investigation of one of the following topics each semester: dual career marriages, nontraditional relationships, aged in marriage. Prerequisites: 9 credits in family courses at undergraduate level or consent of instructor.
FCS 588. Family Mediation 3 cr.: Covers the analysis of the mediation process and psychological issues of divorce. Focus on mediation of custody, visitation, alimony, and property settlements. Prerequisites: FCS 584 and FCS 585, or consent of instructor.
FCS 589. Family Crises and Rehabilitation 3 cr.: Examination of the major crises experienced by families. Emphasis on family system functioning rather than individual functioning. Preventative measures, positive coping strategies, and therapeutic intervention approaches examined. Prerequisites: 9 credits in family courses at undergraduate level and consent of instructor.
FCS 590. Special Topics 1-4 cr.: Specific subjects to be announced in the Schedule of Classes. Maximum of 4 credits per semester and a total of 9 credits toward a degree.
FCS 591. Systemic Integration of Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) Issues 3 cr.: Prerequisite: consent of instructor. Same as MSW 591.
FCS 592. Strategies in Family Therapy 3 cr.: Effective intervention strategies in family therapy practice. Live and taped role plays of interventions for various family problems required. Constructive approaches for working with family systems and third-party payers. Prerequisite: FCS 589 or consent of instructor.
FCS 598. Special Research Programs 1-4 cr.: Individual investigations either analytical or experimental. Maximum of 4 credits per semester and no more than 6 credits toward a degree.
FCS 599. Master's Thesis 0-88 cr.: Thesis

FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES

FCSC 556. Research Methods 3 cr.: Same as AXED 556.
FCSC 598. Special Research Programs 1-4 cr.: Individual investigations, either analytical or experimental. Maximum of 4 credits per semester and no more than 6 credits toward a degree.
FCSC 599. Master's Thesis 0-88 cr.: May be repeated for unlimited credit, maximum of 6 credits toward a degree.

FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES EDUCATION

FCSE 492. Special Problems 1-4 cr.: Individual research study in a selected subject area of family and consumer sciences. Maximum of 4 credits per semester and 6 credits toward degree.
FCSE 545. Graduate Study in Vocational Programs for Youth and Adults 3 cr.: Covers vocational education history and programs and ancillary functions of family and consumer sciences. Experience in extension programs and teaching. Additional assignments beyond FCSE 445 required for students registering in FCSE 545.
FCSE 546. Graduate Study in Teaching Methods I 3 cr.: Objectives, content, and organization of family and consumer sciences in high schools; materials and methods of teaching. Additional assignments beyond FCSE 446 required for students registering in FCSE 546.
FCSE 547. Graduate Study in Teaching Methods II 3 cr.: Planning, preparation, and strategies for teaching family and consumer sciences in the secondary schools. Additional assignments beyond FCSE 447 required for students registering in FCSE 547.
FCSE 548. Graduate Study in Supervised Teaching in Family and Consumer Sciences 9 cr.: Seventy hours of full-time, supervised teaching in selected schools. Additional assignments beyond FCSE 448 required for students registering in FCSE 548. Prerequisite: FCSE 446 or FCSE 546, and consent of instructor. Corequisites: FCSE 447 or FCSE 547.
FCSE 590. Special Topics 1-4 cr.: Specific subjects and credits to be announced in the Schedule of Classes. May be repeated for a maximum of 9 credits toward a degree, 4 credits per semester.
FCSE 598. Special Research Programs 1-4 cr.: Individual investigations, either analytical or experimental. Maximum of 4 credits per semester and a total of 6 credits toward a degree.

FAMILY RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

FRMG 450. Special Topics 1-4 cr.: Special subjects and credits to be announced in the Schedule of Classes. May be taken for a maximum of 4 credits per semester and a total of 9 credits toward a degree.
FRMG 590. Special Topics 1-4 cr.: Special subjects and credits to be announced in the Schedule of Classes. May be taken for a maximum of 4 credits per semester and a total of 9 credits toward a degree.

HOTEL, RESTAURANT, AND TOURISM MANAGEMENT

HRTM 450. Special Topics 1-4 cr.: Specific subjects to be announced in the Schedule of Classes. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. Maximum of 4 credits per semester and a grand total of 9 credits.
HRTM 492. Special Problems 1-4 cr.: Individual research in a selected subject area of hospitality management. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. Maximum of 4 credits per semester and a total of 6 credits toward a degree.
HRTM 507. Hospitality and Tourism Internship 3 cr.: Supervised placement in a hospitality or tourism organization. An in-depth written report of the experience is required. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. Graded S/U.
HRTM 590. Special Topics 1-4 cr.: Specific subjects and credits to be announced in the Schedule of Classes. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. Maximum of 4 credits per semester and a total of 9 credits toward a degree.
HRTM 598. Special Research Programs 1-4 cr.: Individual investigations, either analytical or experimental. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. Maximum of 4 credits per semester and no more than 6 credits toward a degree.
HRTM 599. Master's Thesis 0-6 cr.: Thesis. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.

HUMAN NUTRITION AND FOOD SCIENCE

HNFS 450. Special Topics 1-4 cr.: Specific subjects and credits to be announced in the Schedule of Classes. Maximum of 4 credits per semester and a grand total of 9 credits.
HNFS 492. Special Problems 1-4 cr.: Individual research study in a selected subject area of family and consumer sciences. Maximum of 4 credits per semester and a total of 8 credits.
HNFS 501. Advanced Animal Nutrition (so) 3 cr.: Prerequisite: CHEM 211 or consent of instructor. Same as ANSC 501.
HNFS 504. Maternal, Infant, and Child Nutrition 3 cr.: Nutritional needs and status during pregnancy, infancy, childhood and adolescence. Application also made to preschool and child care centers. Persons taking graduate-level class will have additional assignments and different grading scale from HNFS 404. Prerequisite: HNFS 251 or consent of instructor.
HNFS 506. Geriatric Nutrition 3 cr.: Nutritional needs, status, and problems of the elderly. Additional work required at the graduate level. Prerequisite: nutrition course or consent of instructor.
HNFS 507. Laboratory Techniques in Nutrition 4 cr. (2+6P): Methodology and experimental procedures in measuring nutrient requirements and values of diets. Prerequisites: ANSC 422 and CHEM 321, or consent of instructor. Same as ANSC 507.
HNFS 510. Graduate Study in Sports Nutrition 3 cr.: Role of nutrition and nutrients in physical performance of competitive and recreational sports participants. Additional work required at the graduate level. Prerequisites: BIOL 254, BCHE 341, and HNFS 251, or consent of instructor.
HNFS 512. Research Methods in Animal Science 4 cr.: Same as ANSC 512.
HNFS 516. Nutrition and Culture 3 cr.: Cultural aspects of health, food, and nutrition for most ethnic groups of the United States. Covers traditional versus contemporary food habits along with the history and beliefs that influence such habits. Students in this class will be given additional assignments and grading scale will be different from HNFS 416.
HNFS 517. Graduate Seminar 1 cr.: Current topics. Same as ANSC 515. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.
HNFS 520. Graduate Study in Food Microbiology 3 cr. (2+3P): Detrimental and beneficial microbiological aspects of food products. Methods of quantification and identification of microorganisms associated with food spoilage and preservation. Additional work required at the graduate level. Prerequisites: BIOL 111G/111L, or BIOL 211G/211L, or BIOL 190, or consent of instructor.
HNFS 521. Graduate Study in Food Chemistry 3 cr.: Comprehensive study of the chemical and physiochemical properties of food constituents. Chemical changes involved in the production, processing and storage of food products and basic techniques used to evaluate chemical and physiochemical properties of foods. Additional work required at the graduate level. Prerequisites: CHEM 111G, CHEM 112G, and CHEM 211, or consent of instructor.
HNFS 522. Animal Nutrition (f) 3 cr.: Prerequisite: CHEM 211. Same as ANSC 522.
HNFS 525. Graduate Study in Food Analysis 3 cr.: Covers basic chemical and physical techniques used in establishing nutritional properties and overall acceptance of food products. Additional work required at the graduate level. Prerequisite: CHEM 111G or consent of instructor.
HNFS 526. Graduate Study in Dairy Products Manufacturing 3: Physical, chemical, microbiological and sensory properties of milk and dairy products. Capstone course which includes a variety of techniques used in previous classes to evaluate milk and dairy products. Additional work required at the graduate level. Prerequisites: HNFS 320, HNFS 325, and HNFS 420, or consent of instructor.
HNFS 530. Graduate Studies in Food Service Organization and Management 3 cr.: Personnel, financial, and general management in institutional and commercial food service operations. Additional work required at the graduate level.
HNFS 531. Food Preservation 3 cr.: Processes used in home and commercial food preservation, including canning, freezing, drying, and irradiation. Same as HNFS 332 with additional work required at the graduate level.
HNFS 546. Diet Therapy I 3 cr.: Special diets and physiological basis for their use. Laws and regulations concerning the practice of dietetics. Additional assignments beyond HNFS 446 required for students registering in HNFS 546. Prerequisites: BIOL 254, BCHE 341, and HNFS 251, or consent of instructor.
HNFS 547. Experimental Foods 3 cr.: Application of chemical, physical, nutritional and psychological principles and experimental methods to the development and evaluation of foods. Students enrolling in the 500-level class will be required to complete additional assignments beyond what is required for HNFS 447. Prerequisite: HNFS 263G.
HNFS 548. Graduate Studies in Advanced Nutrition 3 cr.: Covers biochemistry and physiology applied to nutrition. Students enrolled in the 500-level class will be required to complete additional assignments beyond what is required for HNFS 448. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 254, BCHE 341, and HNFS 251, or consent of instructor. Restricted to:
HNFS 549. Diet Therapy II 3 cr.: Continuation of HNFS 546. Prerequisites: HNFS 546 or consent of instructor.
HNFS 551. Graduate Study in Community Nutrition 3 cr.: Overview on the practice of community nutrition to include program planning, needs assessment, program implementation and program evaluation. Role of public and private agencies in nutrition programs that impact on nutrition of individuals and groups in the community. Additional work required at the graduate level. Prerequisite: HNFS 350 or consent of instructor.
HNFS 555. Nutritional Toxicology 3 cr.: Same as TOX 455 and ANSC 555.
HNFS 560. Rumen Microbiology (so) 3 cr.: Same as ANSC 560.
HNFS 590. Special Topics 1-4 cr.: Specific subjects to be announced in the Schedule of Classes. Maximum of 4 credits per semester and a total of 9 credits toward a degree.
HNFS 598. Special Research Programs 1-4 cr.: Individual investigations either analytical or experimental. Maximum of 4 credits per semester and no more than 6 credits toward a degree.
HNFS 621. Metabolic Functions and Dysfunctions 3 cr.: Same as ANSC 621.
HNFS 625. Nutrient Metabolism I: Mineral, Vitamin, and Nitrogen Metabolism (fo) 4 cr.: Same as ANSC 625.
HNFS 626. Nutrient Metabolism II: Carbohydrates, Lipids, and Energetics (se) 4 cr.: Same as ANSC 626.