Special emphasis is given to the selection, purchase, arrangement of furniture and home furnishings, and exploration of the interior decorating career. Special emphasis is given to principles of child development blended with management principles, skills, knowledge, attitudes, and means to providing service that are culturally responsive to family needs. A technical writing paper for the career field is required. Special emphasis is given to designing, drafting patterns, and constructing garments. FCS143 or instructor's permission.
Special emphasis is given to problem solving and critical thinking.
A laboratory is included. FCS133 or instructor's permission. Special emphasis is given to the impact of cultural and societal forces on the nature and structure of family life. Various techniques are applied to student-selected furnishing projects. FCS143 or instructor's permission.