Explores how internal and environmental factors combine to define, influence, and impact US contemporary popular culture through the investigation of period architecture, decorative arts, fashion, food, and the aesthetic history of the 1940s through the 2000s. These design artifacts communicate where we have been, which issues and topics are of importance in the present, and where we hope to go in the future. This course is designed for International students.

This course will examine the design of buildings that changed the world and their impact on society and history. It will also explore the elements and principles of design and how they relate to creativity, are applied to marketing, and effect society and global design. The design-related issues of sustainability, accessibility, and universal design on global society will also be addressed.

Introduces important life skills related to health, wellness, and disease prevention with a focus on basic nutrition principles, meal planning, and culinary skills. Include laboratory. Typically offered: Spring.

Provides a practical introduction to architectural drafting, hand lettering, space planning, and presentation. Applies the elements and principles of design to residential interior design problems. Includes a local field trip.

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.

This course explores the science of nutrition, especially the requirements for energy and the macronutrients, the physiological controls of our food intake, and the functions of selected micronutrients. We also examine the problems of malnourishment in affluent and less affluent societies with special attention to the effects of undernutrition.

This course examines foods widely consumed in the United States drawing knowledge from the disciplines of chemistry, microbiology, biology, nutrition and sensory evaluation. Food composition, preparation, safety, quality, and processing are emphasized. Includes laboratory.

Lab Component of FCS 2365.

Examines the nutrient composition and selection of food, as well as how nutrition influences human health and disease. Also explores controversial issues surrounding food production, policy and marketing and aims to inform and empower the student to become a better consumer of food and nutrition information in the marketplace as well as a better advocate for her or his health.

Prerequisite: FCS 1710 is recommended. Applies the elements and principles of design to residential and commercial interiors, presents the design process and provides an overview of the interior design profession.

Examines business practices specific to the interior design field, including ethics, billing structures, time and material estimation and common sales practices. Also focuses on the programming process employed during every new, client-designer relationship. Emphasis will be placed on interviewing clients to obtain work and lifestyle information as well as basic logistics in order to discern discrepancies between what a client wants and actually needs. Practical application exercises will be included.

Examines the global importance of sustainable food production, using Italy as an example. The concepts of sustainability and food culture will be explored through the study of iconic local foods, their cultural importance, and the ways in which food is traditionally produced, prepared and eaten. Global food and nutrition issues of social, environmental and economic interest and impact will be discussed. Numerous first-hand activities and field trips will complement classroom learning.

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. Typically offered: Autumn, Winter.

The Philippines service learning study abroad program is designed for students of all academic disciplines who want to learn about the challenges and realities of living in poverty and the role of community development programs in alleviating poverty. Students will have the opportunity to participate with Kids International Ministries (KIM) in their feeding programs, family and community service projects, school programs, prenatal clinic, and interact with the children in an orphanage. Typically offered: Autumn.

Examines the history and characteristics of the Mediterranean diet, including food, food culture, and lifestyle through lecture, readings, and field trips. The influence of the built environment of the Mediterranean basin on lifestyle and physical activity is also discussed. The link between the Mediterranean diet and chronic disease risk is explored. The course aims to increase student understanding of how cultural food choices and physical activity opportunities impact health.

Explores interactive parent-child relations from infancy through adulthood and the internal and environmental forces which have an impact upon family dynamics. Provides opportunities to observe and participate with children in family and school settings and to observe the role of the teacher or parent as a participant.

Lab Component of FCS 3365.

Prerequisite: Junior standing or permission of instructor. Explores the ways in which diet and food practices can best be understood within the context of culture. Various cultural traditions, cuisines, foods, food ways and nutritional practices are explored.

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.

Housing is far more than 'protection from the elements'. Housing is a complex product and process with social, economic, and environmental implications for individuals, families/households and communities. The course will assist students in developing an understanding of and appreciation for the complexity of housing, both consumption and production, through surveying topics that include defining housing; the housing continuum; residential design and construction; housing tenure (renting and owning); affordable housing; the housing industry; government policies; and housing challenges in the 21st century.

Explores the use of lighting as a design element in the interior environment. Electricity, electrical distribution systems, light sources, lighting calculation, lighting fixtures, and lighting installations are topics of lecture and discussion.

Applies the design process to practical problems in interior-design drafting. Incorporates elements of space planning, universal design, and organization of commercial space. Includes local field trips.

How does a community house its residents, especially those who cannot afford to rent or buy housing in the private market? This course will explore affordable housing, focusing on the critical shortage of affordable housing for people earning in the low- to moderate- income categories, with local and state applications. More specifically, this course will explore the importance of housing for all people, and for affordable housing – what it is, why there is a shortage, the main tools to produce it, trade-offs, and the role of citizen participation in education and advocacy for affordable housing and housing for all.

Introduces the students to the fundamentals of universal design and home modifications. Students learn about human factors, activities of daily living, and priorities to make the best functional and aesthetic use of space. This course is designed to stimulate students' critical thinking and creative problem solving often in very restricted space.

Analyzes building construction methods for new residential and commercial structures, including framing details. Studies cultural and geographical rationales behind various construction practices and examines the benefits and drawbacks of various foundation and roofing styles as well as the latest in sustainable building standards, products and technology. Field trips may be included.

A comprehensive survey course covering the design history of architecture, interiors, and furniture in civilizations all over the world, from ancient times to the present.

Applies two- and three-dimensional computer drawing in the design of interior space. Uses AutoCAD software on a Windows-based system.

Examines the stages of the family life cycle and interpersonal relationships among family members. Multidisciplinary perspectives on a variety of family transition issues including marraige and cohabitation, resource managment, and human aging with an emphasis on applied gerontology. Typically offered: Winter.

Explores how internal and environmental factors combine to define, influence, and impact family dynamics. Differentiates between global and cross-cultural perspectives and the characteristics of each perspective. Promotes an understanding of family strengths and weaknesses within the context of the three societal gaps: income, care, and gender. Describes how globalization may put families at risk and families may respond. Includes opportunities to observe and participate in family rites, rituals, norms and folkways as seen in a diverse, global environment. Typically offered: Winter.

Explores careers in the field of human services. Encourages students to explore their social and cultural identities as they transition to the professional field. Provides background and specific skills needed to research, obtain, and succeed in human services careers through networking, interviews, guest speakers, site visits, and job preparation.

This course examines the professional practice of using creative instructional methods to communicate FCS content in formal and informal educational settings. Problem-based instructional methods will incorporate varied learning styles and age appropriateness while developing critical thinking, wellbeing and Christian character, literacy, global awareness, and learning assessments. The course emphasizes subject matter that meets FCS national and state standards

Prerequisite: Methods Quarter. Identifies philosophy and mission of career and technical education and explores methods of planning and implementing a program that meets the established standards and criteria for a state approved Family and Consumer Sciences Program.

Focuses on honing advanced skills in architectural drafting, sketching, space planning, and presentation. Applies the design process to projects in residential design.

Focuses on honing advanced skills in CAD drafting, space planning, and presentation. Applies the design process to international projects in commercial design.

Development of traditional and digital professional portfolio materials including resume, cover-letter, and presentation of creative work. Required participation in a salesmanship lecture series, attendance at professional events for constructing a networking log, a mock interview. Planning and presentation of the final portfolio exhibition.

Studies the functional uses and inherent properties of various interior finish materials and textiles. Associated sustainability issues will also be examined. Surveys safety standards and code regulations. Includes local field trips.

Application of advanced techniques (3-D) of computer-aided design and drafting using AutoCAD software.

Introduces fundamental graphic skills that enhance the communication of design concepts and solutions by using a variety of software programs, including Photoshop, PowerPoint and Word. Basic digital imaging concepts and scanning will be covered.

Introduces the basics of BIM (building information modeling) through the use of Revit software. Topics covered include: Revit workspace and interface; drawing and editing tools; creating walls, windows, doors and floors; setting up sheets for presentation and plotting.

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. Examines role of faith in vocation and ethical behavior in professional practice.

Student works independently with a faculty member on a mutually-agreed upon topic.

Provides an opportunity to gain practical experience related to previous coursework in the major field in supervised teaching, grading, laboratory preparation, and/or tutoring. Specific arrangements with the instructor required.

Provides opportunities for students to gain practical experience related to various aspects of the planning and execution of communal cooking sessions (community kitchen), as well as its marketing, promotion, and the maintenance of a participant base. This faculty-supervised practicum is designed to enhance the understanding and practice of Christian vocation in SPU students. Participation is by application only, please contact instructor. Limited enrollment.

Prerequisites: "B" average; junior standing. Provides opportunities for observation, orientation, and participation in employment. Work experience planned in advance with the instructor.

Experiential supervised practice in professional settings. Dietetic interns will spend 40-hours per week gaining entry-level professional experience in a variety of settings, including hospitals, clinics, school districts, and long-term care facilities. Typically offered: Autumn, Spring, Winter.

Provides a focused study of a specific topic or contemporary issue chosen by the instructor. See current Time Schedule for topic.