FCS 1204 Design Studio (3)
Applies the elements and principles of the visual arts to projects in a variety of media emphasizing practical interior design problems. Course equivalent: ART1204.

FCS 1301 Wellness (3)
Examines lifestyle decision making, presents basic knowledge on concepts of health and wellness: mental health, nutrition, physical activity, prevention of chronic illness and addictive behavior, leisure and work. Relates course content to spiritual, social, emotional, intellectual and physical well-being and to the development of an integrated lifestyle. Course equivalents: HSC 1301 and PE 1301.

FCS 1710 Design Fundamentals (5)
Examines the aesthetic aspects of the individual's near environment. Explores basic principles and elements of design as they relate to fine arts and applied design (urban, interior, advertising and industrial design). An important focus of the class will be the study of creative thought processes and exploration of strategies for enhancing creative abilities.

FCS 1810 Survey of Apparel Industries (3)
Surveys the designing production, merchandising, marketing, and promotion of apparel goods and examine the interrelationship of each level of the fashion industry. Career options within various area of the industry are discussed in lecture and explored through shared expertise of guest speakers and field trips to regional fashion industries.

FCS 1840 Basic Clothing Construction (3)
Presents basic techniques necessary for the construction of simple garments. This is a skills-oriented class designed to develop strong competencies required by the beginning sewer who wishes to become proficient in constructing professional-looking apparel.

FCS 2110 Fashion Illustration (3)
Explores the professional uses of fashion illustration, and career opportunities, training and skills required for the professional. Teaches design details and rendering of an elementary fashion figure through lectures and demonstration. May be repeated for credit up to 6 credits.

FCS 2252 Marriage and the Family (5)
Surveys the family as an institution and a mode for personal hiring: marital adjustment, parent-child relationships, changing family patterns, and family disorganization and reorganization. Course equivalent: SOC 2252.

FCS 2365 Food Science (5)
Examines the basic scientific concepts related to the preparation of food; studies the principles of food selection, storage and preparation based on a knowledge of chemical and physical properties.

FCS 2375 Food Production and Management (5)
Surveys the organization, management and cost control of food service operations. Includes laboratory experience in quantity food services facilities in Seattle. Prerequisite: FCS 2365.

FCS 2385 Food and the Consumer (3)
Examines consumer behavior in the selection of food as it relates to need, economics and satisfaction. Analyzes personal nutrition in relation to cultural, social, faith, aesthetics and psychological influences on food selection. Identifies the impact of environment, safety, food additives, natural foods, supplements and freedom of choice.

FCS 2702 Introduction to Interior Design (2)
Examines elements and principles of design applied to residential and commercial interiors, and provides an overview of the interior design field. Prerequisite: FCS 1710.

FCS 2820 Fashion Merchandising (3)
Presents an overview of the background, structure and ever-changing world of fashion. Students will gain basic knowledge and skills for effective development in visual merchandising, buying, sales, apparel design and merchandising home fashions. Students will be given an opportunity to explore their personal attributes in relation to those required for successful performance in fashion industry.

FCS 2830 Textiles for the Consumer (5)
Study of textiles from raw materials through manufacturing and finishing of fabrics are related to durability, comfort, care and aesthetics. Survey includes natural and man-made fibers, yarns, fabric constructions, dyes and finishes. Provides laboratory experience in areas such as fiber identification, properties, structures and finishes.

FCS 3220 Child Development (3)
Analyzes factors that affect development of the child physically, emotionally, socially and intellectually. Identifies the impact of health, the environment and society on the child.

FCS 3240 Individual and Family Development (5)
Introduction to the application of concepts and theories in human development within the context of the family. Explores the reciprocal relationships between families and their environment and issues of individuals and families as consumers that affect the quality of life. Prerequisites: FCS 1050.

FCS 3320 Maternal and Child Nutrition (3)
Studies the influence of nutrition on the course and outcome of pregnancy, nutritional needs during lactation, fundamentals of infant nutrition and influence of nutrition on growth, development and behavior during infancy, childhood and adolescence. Prior nutrition of anatomy and physiology course recommended.

FCS 3340 Human Nutrition (3)
Presents essentials of adequate diets and food sources of nutrients; nutritional needs throughout the lifespan; nutritional composition of foods in relation to normal diets and medical nutrition therapy. Prerequisites: BIO 2130 and CHEM 1330 or BIOCHEM.

FCS 3365 Food Management and Economics (4)
Surveys the effect of nutrition, budget, aesthetics and resources in menu planning for various nutritional needs. Provides laboratory experience in buying and time management. Prerequisites: BIO 1110 or FCS 1310 and 2365, or permission of instructor.

FCS 3366 Advanced Food Science (3)
Examines food structure, food chemistry, food measurement, food quality, food research literature and scientific lab write-ups for food research. Prerequisites: CHM 1330 and FCS 2365.

FCS 3385 Food and Culture (3)
Explores how the foodways of individuals in different cultures evolved. Considers gender issues. Evaluates the nutritional, economic and aesthetic properties of food from various cultures. Examples are prepared. Attributes: Upper-Division, Writing Course. Registration Approval: Instructor. Prerequisite: Junior standing or permission of instructor. Class not open to: Freshmen and Sophomores.

FCS 3410 Individual and Family Finance (4)
Understanding financial planning for individuals and families, including net worth, budgeting, cash management, use of credit, federal income taxes, investment basics, insurance, making wise consumption decisions, consumer redress and ethical behavior in the marketplace.

FCS 3412 Consumer Economics (3)
Investigates the consumer movement in the United States, including past and present impacts on business and the individual consumer. Relates the rights and responsibilities of the consumer in the marketplace and emphasizes the need to gather and evaluate information. Provides an understanding of the social, psychological, economic and legal influences on consumer choices.

FCS 3460 Family Resource Management (3)
Emphasis is on a systems approach to resource management within the family ecosystem. Includes strategies for maximizing management influences on individuals and families at varying states of the lifecycle and socioeconomic levels. Class not open to: Freshmen and Sophomores.

FCS 3564 Presentation Skills (4)
Provides opportunity for demonstration theories involved in all areas of family and consumer sciences. Student presentation using the lecture-demonstration method. Registration approval: Instructor. Prerequisites: BIO 1100, FCS 1310 or 2365 or 3340, and FCS 3875 or equivalent.

FCS 3710 Family Housing (4)
Survey of family housing in relation to needs, processes and alternatives, buying versus renting, policy, economic and other variables, and constraints affecting housing decisions. Attribute: Writing course.

FCS 3712 Residential Technology (3)
Survey of space planning and interior systems (electrical and mechanical). Emphasis on lighting - sources, techniques, installations, and specifications for residential and non-residential applications. Introduction to indoor air quality and designing for the elderly population. Prerequisites: ART 1204 and FCS 2702.

FCS 3714 Advanced Design - Interiors (3)
Applies design principles to practical problems in interior design. Course equivalent: ART 3217. Prerequisites: FCS 1204 or permission of instructor. Class not open to: Freshmen and Sophomores.

FCS 3820 Merchandising Planning and Inventory Control (3)
Covers specifics of 6-month planning, open-to-buys, inventory turns, stock sales ratio and gross margin. Prerequisites: FCS 2820. Class not open to: Freshmen and Sophomores.

FCS 3830 Textile Applications (3)
Surveys the textile industry including the domestic market, textile development and testing. Explores the sourcing and purchasing of textiles and the structure and organization of the industry. Independent study on specific textile processes. Attribute: Writing Course. Prerequisite: FCS 2830. Class not open to: Freshmen.

FCS 3842 Flat Pattern Design (3)
Examines the qualities of design elements (line, color, texture, shape and space) and how they apply in the design of apparel which is attractive to the human form. Principles of design will be studied as they relate to apparel and the needs of the individual. Flat pattern techniques will be mastered, providing the tools necessary to create apparel which reflect creativity, individuality and beauty. Prerequisites: FCS 1840 and 3842 or permission of instructor. Class not open to: Freshmen. Sophomores may register with permission of instructor.

FCS 3841 Apparel Drafting Applications (3)
Presents the techniques of developing basic patterns from personal measurements. Advanced drafting techniques will be taught, including coats, suits, pants and complex designs. Illustration and presentation skills for effectively presenting design ideas will be taught. Prerequisites: FCS 3840, 3842. Class not open to: Freshmen.

FCS 3840 Apparel Production Systems (5)
Development of clothing construction techniques and pattern engineering skills employed in the production of apparel which fulfills standards of function, aesthetics, comfort and durability. Provides knowledge and skills necessary to evaluate the construction of apparel items found in the ready-to-wear industry. Prerequisites: FCS 1840 or permission of instructor.

FCS 3843 Introduction to Computer-Aided Design (CAD) (3)
This course will provide the theory and practical skills essential to computer-aided design and drafting. Basic CAD commands will be taught through lectures and hands-on training at individual computer terminals using Auto CAD software. Students will be required to perform a series of computerized drawings and to complete a final drawing project. Class not open to: Freshmen and Sophomores. Class open to: Undergraduate level.

FCS 3870 History of Costume (5)
Studies textile and costume design of civilizations from the ancient to present day. Social, economic and political factors of various periods and their influence on evolution of costume is a major emphasis. Integrates costume with various arts: painting, sculpture, drama, music. Attribute: Writing course. Class not open to: Freshmen and Sophomores.

FCS 3875 Appearance and Human Behavior (3)
Studies the sociological, psychological, cultural and physical factors which influence appearance. Analyzes the relationship between physical appearance and the political, economic and moral climate of an era. Includes selected reading from several disciplines. Class not open to: Freshmen and Sophomores.

FCS 4820 Family Relations (3)
Studies the role of families in establishing a home environment which provides for the physical, emotional, intellectual and social development of all family members including decision-making elements, problem-solving techniques and shared responsibilities.

FCS 4250 Strategies in Early Childhood (3)
Provides opportunities to observe and participate with children in a nursery school or kindergarten and to observe the role of the teacher as a participant. Implementation and valuation of models, methods and materials relevant to programs for children in preschool, day-care centers and kindergarten. 30 hours of laboratory experience required. Prerequisites: FCS 3220, 4511 (can be taken concurrently). Class not open to: Freshmen and Sophomores.

FCS 4310 Nutrition in Sports and Exercise (3)
Discusses basic nutritional principles: the roles of the six major nutrient groups in physical performance; energy metabolism and exercise; and special concerns with dietary considerations about nutrition and performance. Current readings on controversial issues. Attribute: Upper-Division. Prerequisites: CHEM 1330, BIO 2130 and FCS 3340.

FCS 4330 Advanced Nutrition (4)
Expanded discussion of nutrient interrelationships, intermediary metabolism and nutrient requirements for health maintenance. Research of recent advances and controversial issues in human nutrition. Attribute: Writing course. Prerequisites: CHM 1330, BIO 2130 and FCS 3340.

FCS 4340 Medical Nutrition Therapy (3)
This course presents nutrition as a factor in the treatment and prevention of disease, and maintenance of health. Strategies for assessing needs, developing treatment care plans, implementing and documenting of plans, evaluating, and quality assurance will be presented for each medical condition. Prerequisites: FCS 2365 and 3340. Class not open to: Freshmen and Sophomores.

FCS 4341 Medical Nutrition Therapy II (5)
Continuing study of nutrition as a factor in the treatment and prevention of disease, and maintenance of health. Strategies for assessing needs, developing treatment care plans, implementing and documenting of plans, evaluating, and quality assurance will be presented for each medical condition. Includes lab. Prerequisites: FCS 4340. Class not open to: Freshmen and Sophomores.

FCS 4350 Community Nutrition and Education (4)
Covers nutrition education and community nutrition programs, multidimensional nature of nutrition problems and programs designed to solve them, communicating with people in clinical and community settings, application of learning theory and methods of behavior change. Prerequisites: FCS 3340 or 4310 or permission of instructor. Class not open to: Freshmen an Sophomores.

FCS 4364 Food Preservation, Safety and Sensory Evaluation (5)
Explores scientific principles of food preservation, sensory evaluation of food and food safety. New food products, food additives, use of biotechnology, food safety and food laws and regulations are discusses. Projects in food presentation, product development, nutrient database application and food evaluation are conducted. Attribute: Writing course. Prerequisites: FCS 2365.

FCS 4511 Curriculum and Evaluation in FCS Education (5)
Explores methods (scope and sequence) and strategies for teaching family and consumer science concepts. Emphasizes a critical understanding, development and organization of the subject content that promotes student learning and meets national state standards. Attributes: Upper-Division, Writing Course. Prerequisites: BIO 1100, FCS 1310, FCS 3220, FCS 3410, FCS 3460, FCS 3564, FCS 4240 and Professional Quarter Two.

FCS 4512 Vocational Aspects and Family Consumer Science Education (3)
Identifies philosophy and mission of vocational education and explores methods of planning and implementing a program that meets the established standards and criteria for a vocationally approved Family and Consumer Sciences Program. Prerequisite: Phase I. Class not open to: Freshmen and Sophomores.

FCS 4630 Foundations and Contemporary Issues (3)
Examines history, philosophy and cultural values as they relate to the mission and goals of the family and consumer science discipline and profession and to each FCS specialization. Investigates public policy issues affecting families. Identifies management abilities for planning and implementing professional goals. Attributes: Writing Course. Prerequisites: FCS 1050, FCS 3240, Family and Consumer Science major with senior standing. Juniors may register with permission of instructor. Class not open to: Freshmen and Sophomores.

FCS 4730 Interior Design Resources and Materials (4)
Studies resources and materials used in interiors and their functional and aesthetic relationship to interior design. Prerequisites: ART 1204, 2702, and 2830. Class not open to: Freshmen and Sophomores.

FCS 4743 CAD Applications in Interior Design (4-8)
Application of advanced techniques (3-D) of computer-aided design and drafting to interior design and exposure to third-party interior design software. May be repeated for credit up to 8 credits. Registration approval: Instructor. Prerequisites: ART 3217, CSC1115, ACCT 2361, FCS 2702. Class not open to: Freshmen and Sophomores. Class open to: Graduate and Undergraduate levels.

FCS 4820 Apparel Retail Management (3)
Includes hiring, scheduling, selling costs, department presentation and special events. Prerequisites: FCS 2820. Class not open to: Freshmen and Sophomores.

FCS 4840 Apparel Design Through Draping (3)
Focuses on acquiring the skills necessary to develop apparel designs by using techniques of draping material on the human form. Principles of design will be studied and applied in the production of attractive apparel designs that are in harmony with the current fashion scene. Prerequisites: FCS 3840 and 3842 or permission of instructor. Class not open to: Freshmen and Sophomores.

FCS 4841 Advanced Problems in Apparel Design (3-6)
Explores creative development of apparel design collections to meet functional and aesthetic needs of individuals, and covers visual presentation of design ideas through portfolios, displays and choreographed presentations. May be repeated for credit up to 6 credits. Registration approval: Instructor. Prerequisites: FCS 3840, 4840. Class not open to: Freshmen and Sophomores. Class open to: Family and Consumer Science majors, and Graduate and Undergraduate levels.

FCS 4842 CAD Applications in Apparel Design (3-6)
Students in apparel design and merchandising will acquire the knowledge and rendering skills necessary to effectively communicate visual concepts. This course will prepare students with the computer-aided skills for anyone who wishes to be competitive in entering a career in the fashion industry. For students who wish to learn both CorelDraw 8 and Adobe Illustrator 8, this course can be repeated for up to 6 credits. Attribute: Upper-Division. Prerequisites: FCS 3842 or FCS 4841. Class not open to freshmen. Class open to: Graduate and Undergraduate level.

FCS 4845 Tailored Garment Production (3)
Provides knowledge and skills necessary to produced tailored garments of the quality found in the ready-to-wear industry, including altering and fitting of coats and jackets. Analyze various timesaving tailoring techniques and their effect on the aesthetics and function of final garments. Prerequisites: FCS 3840 or FCS 4840 or FCS 4841. Class not open to: Freshmen and Sophomores. Class open to: Graduate and Undergraduate levels.

FCS 4850 Retail Advertising Systems (5)
Includes management of advertising, publicity and non-personal selling activities, visual merchandising or display and special events that are used to promote the sale of products, services, or ideas. Class not open to: Freshmen and Sophomores.

FCS 4900 Independent Study (1-3)
Registration approval: Independent Study Agreement. Prerequisites: Senior standing and a "B" average in Family and Consumer Science studies. May be repeated for credit up to 6 credits. Class not open to: Freshmen, Sophomores, and Juniors.

FCS 4911 Current Issues in Clothing and Textiles (3)
Study of factors affecting production, distribution and consumption of textiles and clothing in American and international countries. Class not open to: Freshmen and Sophomores.

FCS 4930 Family and Consumer Science Practicum (1-5)
Provides an opportunity to gain practical experience related to previous course work in the major field in supervised teaching, grading, laboratory preparation and/or tutoring. Specific arrangements with the instructor required. No more than 6 credits may count for the major. May be repeated for credit up to 6 credits. Class not open to: Freshmen and Sophomores.

FCS 4931 Practicum in Design Production (1-5)
Practical application of coordination, production, and promotion in the Designer's Showcase. May be repeated for credit up to 5 credits. Registration approval: Instructor.

FCS 4940 Internship (3-10)
Provides opportunity for observation, orientation and participation in employment. Work experience planned in advance with the instructor. May be repeated for credit up to 10 credits. Registration approval: Intern Learning Contract Requirement. Prerequisites: "B" average; junior standing. Class not open to: Freshmen and Sophomores.