Jurisprudential history, ethics and rule of law, environmental economics, history of science, governmental structures, process for development and enforcement of standards, social/political implications of environmental systems, regulatory schemes for environmental control.
This course examines the major stages of adult life including young adulthood, middle age, and later life. The course is designed to promote understanding of the processes, issues, and concerns confronting individuals during adulthood within the dynamic context of family.
A study of consumer economics with emphasis upon application of the theories and principles toward solution of problems of the individual and family unit as a part of the total economy.
An examination and study of historical and current perspectives of sexuality as it relates to behavioral patterns, cultural attitudes, social policy and practice.
The study of dynamics of family interactions and issues when some family members are elderly. Emphasis is placed on perspectives from multiple generations and across various kin categories.
This course is designed to discuss health and financial security of older adults and develop empirical research from the perspectives of economics of individual aging and family relations. Emphasis is placed on the following topics: health status of the elderly, economic well- being of older Americans, Intergenerational transfers of time and money, family care giving and work, living arrangements, and empirical research for aging and family.
Advanced study of research and theories in family economics and management with special emphasis given to current issues. Conceptual frameworks developed by leaders in family economics and management are studied and applied through designing and carrying out an empirical study.
Designed to provide students with a background in prevention science with applications in family science and child development. Topics will include primary prevention of mental health problems among families and children, principles of prevention, prevention research design, ethical issues, and national agendas in primary prevention research.
The history, status, philosophy, and objectives of career and technical education in relation to general education.
This course will provide a broad understanding and appreciation of the housing and interior design fields. Topics will cover the many issues faced with selecting and personalizing a home. Various housing and design options are presented to help recognize the wide variety of choices available for addressing different needs and life situations. FCS Education students will design lesson plans to correspond with housing and design topics. Design projects will be completed.
