May 08, 2024  
2012-2013 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2012-2013 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


      Courses numbered from 101–299 are lower-division courses, primarily for freshmen and sophomores; those numbered from 300–499 are upper-division courses, primarily for juniors and seniors. The numbers 296, 396, 496, and 596 designate individual study courses and are available for registration by prior arrangement with the course instructor and approval of the department chair.

The number in parentheses following the course title indicates the amount of credit each course carries. Variable credit courses include the minimum and maximum number of the credits within parentheses.

Not all of the courses are offered every quarter. Final confirmation of courses to be offered, information on new courses and programs, as well as a list of hours, instructor, titles of courses and places of class meetings, is available online in Safari which can be accessed through the Wildcat Connection, and go to www.cwu.edu/registrar/course-information. The registration handbook will assist you in navigating through Safari and is available online at www.cwu.edu/registrar, click on Registration Handbook and then 2012-2013 Registration Handbook, a copy is also available in Registrar Services or your university center office.    

 

Exercise Science

  
  • EXSC 452 - Advanced Athletic Training


    Description:
    A detailed examination of injuries, therapeutic modalities, and rehabilitation in athletic training.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: EXSC 348 with a grade of C or higher.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • EXSC 455 - Fitness Assessment and Exercise Prescription


    Description:
    Concepts and principles of appraising level of fitness, evaluating the results and designing physical fitness/exercise programs. Four hours lecture.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisites: EXSC 351 and EXSC 351LAB.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • EXSC 455LAB - Fitness Assessment and Exercise Prescription Laboratory


    Description:
    Accompanying laboratory to EXSC 455, includes techniques for assessing aerobic fitness, muscular strength and endurance, body composition and flexibility. Two hours laboratory.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisites: EXSC 351 and EXSC 351LAB.

    Credits: (1)

  
  • EXSC 456 - Administration of Programs for Special Populations


    Description:
    Philosophy, principles, policies, and procedures of fitness administration to special populations.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisites: EXSC 455 and EXSC 455LAB, and admission to the exercise science or clinical physiology major.

    Credits: (4)

    Notes:
    Three hours lecture and one hour case study analysis lab per week.
  
  • EXSC 457 - Exercise Adherence Strategies


    Description:
    Review of psychological factors involved in the exercise treatment of normal and special populations.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • EXSC 461 - Current Issues in Fitness and Exercise Science


    Description:
    This seminar course discusses current trends and issues in the fitness and exercise science world.

    Credits: (2)

  
  • EXSC 463 - Pediatric Issues in Exercise Science


    Description:
    Essential principles of growth, development, and exercise science and the application of these principles to children and youth.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisites: EXSC 350 and EXSC 351 with grades of C or higher.

    Credits: (5)

    Notes:
    Four hours of lecture and two hours of laboratory per week.
  
  • EXSC 464 - Management of Fitness Facilities and Programs


    Description:
    This course covers conventional business management principles and operational guidelines to the unconventional business of health and fitness facilities.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • Learning Agreement Forms

    EXSC 490 - Cooperative Education


    Description:
    An individualized, contracted field experience with business, industry, government, medical, or social service agencies. This contractual arrangement involves a student learning plan, cooperating employer supervision, and faculty coordination.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisites: satisfactory completion of all courses in the major and a minimum major GPA of 2.7.

    Credits: (1-12)

    Repeatable for Credit
    May b repeated for credit.
    Grading Basis
    Grade will either be S or U.
  
  • EXSC 495A - Practicum: Fitness Centers/Clubs


    Description:
    Observation, monitoring, and supervised assistance of fitness assessment and exercise prescription in community fitness center/club setting.

    Credits: (2)

    Repeatable for Credit
    May be repeated for credit.
    Grading Basis
    Grade will either be S or U.
  
  • EXSC 495B - Practicum: Clinical


    Description:
    Observation, monitoring, and supervised activity in clinical rehabilitation and athletic training setting.

    Credits: (2)

    Repeatable for Credit
    May be repeated for credit.
    Grading Basis
    Grade will either be S or U.
  
  • EXSC 495C - Practicum: Management


    Description:
    Observation, monitoring, and supervised leadership activity in fitness, health, and sport management settings.

    Credits: (2)

    Repeatable for Credit
    May be repeated for credit.
    Grading Basis
    Grade will either be S or U.
  
  • EXSC 495D - Practicum: Laboratory Assessment


    Description:
    Laboratory techniques for assessment of body composition, cardiovascular, strength, and flexibility components of fitness.

    Credits: (2)

    Repeatable for Credit
    May be repeated for credit.
    Grading Basis
    Grade will either be S or U.

Family Studies

  
  • EXSC 450LAB - Physiology of Exercise Laboratory


    Description:
    Accompanying laboratory to EXSC 450, includes data collection and laboratory write-ups on responses of the metabolic, muscular, cardiovascular, pulmonary, endocrine, and thermoregulatory systems to physical work.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisites: EXSC 351 and EXSC 351LAB with a grade of C or higher, and admission to the exercise science or clinical physiology major.

    Credits: (1)


FCS: Clothing, Textiles and Fashion Merchandising

  
  • FCSA 280 - Basic Sewing Techniques


    Description:
    Basic clothing construction theory, techniques, and teaching methods covering basic garment components: collars, sleeves, bodices, pleats, etc.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • FCSA 289 - Northwest Field Experience in Apparel and Textiles


    Description:
    An applied study of clothing, textiles, fashion merchandising, and design through regional field visits to meet with fashion professionals within a range of careers.

    Credits: (3)

    Consent
    By permission.
  
  • FCSA 298 - Special Topics


    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • FCSA 301 - Introduction to the Fashion Industry


    Description:
    Overview of the history, structure, and operation of the fashion industry. Provides knowledge and skills for effective development in understanding the dynamics of the fashion industry.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • FCSA 351 - Sociocultural Aspects of Apparel


    Description:
    Clothing in relation to individual and group behavior patterns; personal and social meanings attributed to dress; and cultural patterns of technology, aesthetics, ritual, morality, and symbolism.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisites: PSY 101, SOC 107, and ANTH 107.

    Credits: (4)

    Notes:
    The influence of cultural ideals and standards on dress.
  
  • FCSA 353 - Sewn Product Analysis


    Description:
    Investigation of apparel quality through identification of product standards and specifications, performance, appearance, design, and production.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisites: FCSA 280 and FCSA 355, and junior or senior standing.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • FCSA 355 - Consumer Textiles


    Description:
    Study of natural and synthetic textiles: generic classification, fiber-forming substances, morphology, fabrication, finishing and dyeing processes, properties, and performances. Ten dollar material fee.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • FCSA 379 - Internship Planning


    Description:
    This course is designed for internship planning.

    Credits: (1-5)

  
  • FCSA 381 - Fashion Show Production


    Description:
    Preparation, production, and evaluation of special fashion related events. Professional learning experiences will include modeling techniques, organization and directing procedures.

    Credits: (2)

    Repeatable for Credit
    May be repeated up to 4 credits.
  
  • FCSA 388 - Apparel Construction II


    Description:
    Fundamental concepts of flat pattern and draping design theories and techniques. Design and execution of draped and flat patterned samples and garment structures will be required. Includes translation of garment ideas from conception through production and merchandising.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: FCSA 280 and admissions to the fashion merchandising major or minor or the apparel design minor.

    Credits: (3)

    Repeatable for Credit
    May be repeated up to 6 credits.
  
  • FCSA 389 - Fashion Trend Analysis


    Description:
    Fashion forecasting; reflecting the acceptance or rejection of trends; analysis of socio-economic, demographic, media, and fashion influences. Students will have an opportunity to travel to market.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisites: either FCSA 301 or MKED 301.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • FCSA 398 - Special Topics


    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • FCSA 452 - History of Fashion


    Description:
    Historical changes in fashion and costume design from Egyptian period through Eastern civilization to present. Social, political, and religious influences on fashions. FCSA 452 and TH 452 are cross-listed courses; students may not receive credit for both.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • FCSA 485 - International Merchandising


    Description:
    Emphasis on international retailing and global trade. Focus on cross-cultural differences, work environments, policies, and regulations. FCSA 485 and RMT 485 are cross-listed courses; students may not receive credit for both.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: RMT 330.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • FCSA 487 - Fashion Merchandising Exit Assessment


    Description:
    During the last quarter of their program, students are assessed on program outcomes and portfolios are created for internship and job interviews.

    Credits: (1)

    Grading Basis
    Grade will either be S or U.
  
  • FCSA 488 - Fashion Line Development


    Description:
    Production of an apparel line from conceptualization to completion. Design concepts will be executed through storyboards, identification of target market, merchandising strategy, and completion of muslin samples. A final project of three original designs will be showcased at the annual fashion show.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: FCSA 388 and admissions to the fashion merchandising major or minor or the apparel design minor.

    Credits: (3)

    Repeatable for Credit
    May be repeated up to 6 credits.
  
  • FCSA 489 - Retail Buying


    Description:
    Principles of buying and selling merchandise; analysis of consumer demand, stock inventories and open-to-buy.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: RMT 330.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • FCSA 490 - Cooperative Education


    Description:
    An individualized, contracted field experience with business, industry, government, or social service agencies. This contractual arrangement involves a student learning plan, cooperating employer supervision, and faculty coordination. 40 hours required per credit.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: FCSA 379.

    Credits: (1-12)

    Repeatable for Credit
    May be repeated up to 20 credits.
  
  • FCSA 491 - Workshop


    Credits: (1-6)

    Repeatable for Credit
    May be repeated for credit.
  
  • FCSA 498 - Special Topics


    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • FCSA 499 - Seminar


    Credits: (1-5)


FCS: Consumer Management

  
  • FCSC 298 - Special Topics


    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • FCSC 371 - Consumer Awareness


    Description:
    Consumer aids, protection, and information; problems of quality and quantity. Consumer decisions, how consumption influences the market.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • FCSC 398 - Special Topics


    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • FCSC 472 - Life Management


    Description:
    Study of family in human ecosystem. Emphasis on physiological and psychological well-being and management of resources. Solve practical family problems.

    Credits: (5)

  
  • FCSC 491 - Workshop


    Credits: (1-6)

    Repeatable for Credit
    May be repeated for credit.
  
  • FCSC 498 - Special Topics


    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • FCSC 499 - Seminar


    Credits: (1-5)

    Repeatable for Credit
    May be repeated for credit.

FCS: Education

  
  • CTE 292 - Work-site Learning Practicum


    Description:
    One university credit is awarded for every 40 hours of work experience. Practicum may be paid or unpaid.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: Successful acceptance into a CTE work-site learning program.

    Credits: (1-12)

  
  • CTE 310 - Introduction to Career and Technical Education


    Description:
    An entry-level course that introduces students to career and technical education careers, the assessment process, and requirements for program completion.

    Credits: (4)

    Grading Basis
    Grade will either be S or U.
  
  • FCSE 298 - Special Topics


    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • FCSE 326 - Curriculum in Career and Technical Education for Family and Consumer Sciences.


    Description:
    Instructional organization and classroom procedure in vocational family and consumer sciences programs.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • FCSE 398 - Special Topics


    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • FCSE 422 - Impact of Education Reform on FCS


    Description:
    Student will use program of study content knowledge to improve a community situation.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: FCSE 326.

    Credits: (2)

  
  • FCSE 426 - Methods and Materials of Teaching Family and Consumer Sciences


    Description:
    Application of the philosophy, purposes, teaching techniques, and assessment of family and consumer sciences programs in the secondary schools.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisites: FCSE 326 and EDCS 311.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • FCSE 491 - Workshop


    Description:
    Course content identified by title in the university class schedule. 

    Credits: (1-6)

    Repeatable for Credit
    May be repeated for credit under different titles.
  
  • FCSE 498 - Special Topics


    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • FCSE 499 - Seminar


    Credits: (1-5)


FCS: Family Studies

  
  • FS 101 - Skills for Marriage


    Description:

    Designed to provide preparation for marriage and other long-term committed relationships. Teaches relational skills (e.g., communication and conflict management) and critically examines the role of marriage in contemporary society.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • FS 232 - Child Development


    Description:
    Developmental characteristics of children with emphasis from conception to eight years. Includes observation techniques. FS 232 and EDEC 232 are cross-listed courses; students may not receive credit for both.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • FS 234 - Introduction to Family Studies


    Description:
    Origins and historical development of families, cultural variations, contemporary trends. Draws upon information and insight from numerous root disciplines to explore family structure and function.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • FS 235 - Relationships and Personal Development


    Description:
    Development of interpersonal relationships from initial encounters to stable commitments. Major focus on interaction patterns in intimate relationships. FS 235 and PSY 235 are cross-listed courses; students may not receive credit for both.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • FS 298 - Special Topics


    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • FS 305 - Junior Seminar


    Description:
    Preparation for practicum/internship and service learning. This course is required of any family studies major in a volunteer, practicum, or internship experience.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: family studies majors only.

    Credits: (1)

  
  • FS 310 - Contemporary Family Issues


    Description:
    An introduction to social issues that impact family life. Current issues pertaining to individual and family relationships are assessed from an interdisciplinary perspective.

    Credits: (4)

    General Education Category
    SB-Found Human Adaptations (W)
  
  • FS 320 - Theories of Family Dynamics


    Description:
    Internal dynamics of family functioning, including processes by which families deal with change, stress, and conflict. Major theoretical orientations to the study of family, and an introduction to the scientific process.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: FS 101 and FS 234, and admission to a family studies major.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • FS 333 - Culture and Marriage


    Description:
    The reciprocal relationships between the biophysical and cultural components in mating, nurturing and sexual access. Cross-cultural patterns in marriage. FS 333 and ANTH 333 are cross-listed courses; students may not receive credit for both.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • FS 334 - Family Problems and Mediation


    Description:
    Problems arising out of the interaction of family members. Mediation techniques, family policy, and theories and ethics in studying families. FS 334 and FS 554 are layered courses; students may not receive credit for both.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • FS 335 - Divorce and Remarriage


    Description:
    Personal, family, and legal aspects of divorce and remarriage; historical antecedents and trends.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: FS 234.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • FS 336 - Parent Education and Guidance


    Description:
    Study of parent education models and methods of teaching parent education in community and school settings.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: FS 234.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • FS 337 - Human Sexuality


    Description:
    The biophysical, psychosocial, and behavioral aspects of sexuality with emphasis on making responsible sexual decisions and promoting healthy relationships.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: sophomore standing or above.

    Credits: (4)

    General Education Category
    SB3 S&B-Found Human Adaptations
  
  • FS 398 - Special Topics


    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • FS 403 - Family Communication


    Description:
    This course is designed to provide an overview of family dynamics and the processes that influence family communication and family functioning. FS403, COM 403 and FS503 are cross-listed courses; students may not receive credit for both.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • FS 405 - Senior Seminar


    Description:
    Seminar on professionalism, ethics, and professional networking. Course required for any student in a family studies practicum or internship.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Co- or prerequisite: FS 305.

    Credits: (1)

  
  • FS 419 - Research in Family Studies


    Description:
    Methods of research used in studying families and relationships, including measurement, research design, ethics, sampling, and casual inference. Students will complete a research project emphasizing application of material. FS 419 and FS 519 are equivalent courses; students may not receive credit for both.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisites: FS 101 and FS 234.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • FS 432 - Theories in Child Development


    Description:
    Assists the student in formulating his or her own general assumptions about the nature of child development through study of various theoretical viewpoints and current issues. EDEC 432 and FS 432 are cross-listed courses, students may not receive credit for both.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • FS 433 - Family Life Education


    Description:
    The broad objectives, trends, methods and materials of family life education programs in various settings. FS 433 and FS 533 are equivalent courses; students may not receive credit for both.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: FS 234.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • FS 435 - Family Gerontology


    Description:
    A review of the research literature on families in later life, focusing on family interactions and building family strengths.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: FS 234.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • FS 439 - Families and Public Policy


    Description:
    Impact of governmental policies on families; policy implications of changes in the structure and composition of families. FS 439 and FS 539 are equivalent courses; students may not receive credit for both.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisites: FS 101 and FS 234.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • FS 440 - Teaching for Family Studies


    Description:
    Supervised teaching experience in family studies courses.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: permission of instructor.

    Credits: (1-3)

    Consent
    By permission only.
    Repeatable for Credit
    May be repeated up to 6 credits.
  
  • Learning Agreement Forms

    FS 490 - Cooperative Education


    Description:
    A contracted field experience with business, industry, government, or social service agency. Requires a cooperative learning agreement.

    Credits: (1-12)

    Consent
    By permission.
    Repeatable for Credit
    May be repeated up to 20 credits.
    Grading Basis
    Grade will either be S or U.
  
  • FS 491 - Workshop


    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • FS 492 - Family Studies Practicum


    Description:
    Supervised practicum experience for family studies major.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: family studies major only.

    Credits: (1-6)

    Repeatable for Credit
    May be repeated up to 15 credits.
  
  • FS 498 - Special Topics


    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • FS 499 - Seminar


    Credits: (1-5)


FCS: General

  
  • FCSG 205 - FCS Entry Assessment


    Description:
    This course consists of self-assessment and assessment by the faculty of writing skills, speaking skills, visual/graphic skills, and knowledge of theory and research.

    Credits: (1)

    Grading Basis
    Grade will either be S or U.
  
  • FCSG 220 - Leadership in Human Development


    Description:
    This highly interactive (challenge course, community service) course focuses on developing students’ leadership skills that provide a base for improved communication in both personal and professional situations.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • FCSG 230 - Program and Event Budgeting


    Description:
    Budget processes, terminology, and formats will be covered along with the preparation of basic budgets for events and programs.

    Credits: (2)

  
  
  • FCSG 305 - Family and Consumer Sciences Student Leadership


    Description:
    Students engage in leadership development through identifying, organizing, conducting and assessing course activities. Elective credit for major.

    Credits: (1)

    Repeatable for Credit
    May be repeated up to 6 credits.
    Grading Basis
    Grade will either be S or U.
  
  • FCSG 320 - Program Management and Planning


    Description:
    A holistic approach to program management. Content deals with planning, organizing, and controlling programs. For example: special events, recreation, product development, construction, and business.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • FCSG 379 - Professional Development and Internship Planning


    Description:
    Students will explore career options and networks within their industry, develop materials for a job search, and acquire skills related to professionalism.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • FCSG 405 - FCS Exit Assessment


    Description:
    During last quarter of their program, students are assessed on writing skills, speaking skills, visual/graphic skills, and knowledge of theory and research.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: FCSG 205.

    Credits: (1)

    Grading Basis
    Grade will either be S or U.
  
  • FCSG 419 - Applied Research and Evaluation


    Description:
    Basics of research design including problem identification, research and evaluation similarities and differences, sampling, survey development, methods and application, implementation, data analysis, and review of published research.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • FCSG 420 - Program Promotion and Advertising


    Description:
    Provides students with skills through practical exercises, lectures, demonstrations, and examples to enable them to use marketing concepts and tools to develop effective campaigns.

    Credits: (5)

  
  • Learning Agreement Forms

    FCSG 490 - Cooperative Education


    Description:
    An individualized, contracted field experience with business, industry, government, or social service agencies. This contractual arrangement involves a student learning plan, cooperating employer supervision, and faculty coordination.

    Credits: (1-12)

    Consent
    By permission.
    Repeatable for Credit
    May be repeated for credit.
    Grading Basis
    Grade will either be S or U.
  
  
  • GWS 412 - Advanced Wine Regions


    Description:
    Study of lesser known vineyard areas around the world including unusual grape varietals, regulations, quality designations, and wines made for specific markets.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: GWS 303.

    Credits: (3)


FCS: Housing and Interiors

  
  • FCSH 166 - Applied Creativity


    Description:
    The creative process; blocks to creativity, creative problem solving, principles and elements of design in housing and interiors.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • FCSH 265 - Interior Design Fundamentals


    Description:
    The design process, space planning, color analysis, evaluating existing spaces, style trends, and scale drawings.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: FCSH 166.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • FCSH 298 - Special Topics


    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • FCSH 366 - History of Housing and Furniture I


    Description:
    Survey of historic interiors, cabinetmakers, decorative arts, furniture from the antiquity to the middle of the 1700s.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • FCSH 367 - Family Housing


    Description:
    An evaluative study of the design, quality, and cost of housing environment.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • FCSH 392 - Housing Practicum


    Description:
    Work study experience in various aspects of the housing profession.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: FCSH 265.

    Credits: (6-12)

    Repeatable for Credit
    May be repeated up to 12 credits.
  
  • FCSH 398 - Special Topics


    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • FCSH 464 - Bath Design


    Description:
    Fundamental skills and knowledge are applied to a design problem related to functional, structural, and aesthetic qualities of interior environments, specifically residential bathroom design.

    Credits: (4)

 

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