FMCD 2000 - Topics

Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study.

FMCD 2213 - Child Development

This course is the study of physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development of children from conception through adolescence. The courses emphasis will be on normal child development within family, social and cultural context. Observation assignments will be utilized as a method of studying children.

FMCD 2223 - Marriage

This course examines the role of men and women in present day society with engagement and marriage relationships. The class is open to freshmen and sophomores. It is especially recommended to fulfill university core curriculum requirements.

FMCD 2313 - Sex Thru The Life Span

This course will focus on the understanding of human sexuality from behavioral, cultural, and psychological perspectives. This course will include anatomy, physiology, and sexual behaviors with an emphasis on healthy sexual adjustment throughout the life span. This course is replaced by FMCD 2312.

FMCD 3000 - Workshop

Credit will vary from 1 to 6 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study. Normally involves lecture, films, guest speaker, etc. A grade of "P" or "F" is given. No more than 6 hours of workshop may be counted toward a bachelor's degree.

FMCD 3012 - Introduction To Family Life Education

This is an introductory course into the major area of study in Family Life Education. This course includes professionalism, organizations, child and family advocacy, and research in FLE field and FLE career opportunities. Ethical codes of conduct and standards will be studied. This course is open to Family Life Education majors and sophomores, juniors, and seniors.

FMCD 3093 - Middle Childhood Development/Field Study

This course will study the normal growth and development of children between the ages of 5-6 and 12 years. The characteristics of school age children in the following areas will be studied: physical, cognitive, and psychosocial. Special emphasis will be on developmental stages and behavior through field experiences and class discussion. Prerequisite(s): FMCD 2213. Enrollment open to child development or marriage and family majors only. Sophomore, junior, or senior standing.

FMCD 3243 - Adolescent Development/Field Study

This course is a study of the growth and development of the child beginning at the age of 12 years. Physical, cognitive,a nd social development will be examined. Special issues in adolescence will also be studied such as family relations, peer relations, and school issues through class discussion and field experience. Prerequisite(s): FMCD 2213. Enrollment open to child development or marriage and family majors only. Sophomore, junior, or senior standing.

FMCD 3252 - Cognitive & Moral Development

This course is a study of cognitive and moral theories of development and how the theories influence behavior, values and ethics. This course will include examination of the major theorists in the field of cognitive and moral development, their research and the resulting theories. Prerequisite(s): FMCD 2213 and junior standing.

FMCD 3313 - Guidance Of The Young Child

This course will focus on the developmental needs and behavior of young children with emphasis on methods and principles of guidance. This course includes laboratory experience in the child study center. Prerequisite(s): FMCD 2213 or PTE 4133.

FMCD 3423 - Aging & Adult Development

This course is a study of the dynamic processes of adult development based on research and theory including the physical, emotional, and social development of the aging process. Prerequisite(s): Junior or senior standing.

FMCD 3723 - Infancy/Early Childhood Development/Field Study

This course will study prenatal development, birth, infancy, and early childhood. Special emphasis will be placed on the developmental stages and behavior through class discussion and field experience. This course replaces FMCD 3722. Prerequisite(s): FMCD 2213. Enrollment open to child development or marriage and family majors only. Sophomore, junior, or senior standing.

FMCD 3813 - Developing Assessment And Evaluation

This course will explore developmentally appropriate measures designed for young children. This course will examine formal and informal means of evaluating children and families. Observation and field experience will allow for active participation with assessment and evaluation. Prerequisite(s): FMCD 2213 and junior standing.

FMCD 3990 - Advanced Topics

Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study.

FMCD 4253 - Administration Of Professional Services/FLE

This course will develop the knowledge and skills necessary to manage and/or direct a child care facility. This course includes policy making, budgeting, personnel management, evaluation, staff development, facilities and equipment, regulations, and parent relations. This course replaces FMCD 4252. Prerequisite(s): FMCD 2213, 9 hours child development or early childhood and 6 hours related field. Enrollment open to Family Life Education majors only. Junior or senior standing.

FMCD 4333 - Current Issues In Family Diversity

Current Issues in Family Diversity will expand students' awareness of cultural variations within families. The areas of kinship, family organization, traditions, interpersonal relationships, parenting practices, values and beliefs, and prejudice will be the focus for the class. Prerequisite(s): Enrollment open to Family Life Education majors only. Junior or senior standing.

FMCD 4413 - Contemporary American Families

This course centers around the family as it moves through the stages of the family life cycle emphasizing development and relationships of family members.

FMCD 4433 - Policies/Programs For Older Adults

Policies and Programs for Older Adults is designed to provide students with an overview of gerontology with an emphasis on principles of practice, application of research, and the formulation of policies as they relate to older adults. The course will identify and describe programs designed especially for older adults. Prerequisite(s): Junior or senior standing.

FMCD 4453 - Sociocultural Aspects Of Aging

Students will explore human aging in a broad sociocultural context. Course emphasis will be on the historical, philosophical, and demographic aspects of aging, theories of social gerontology, and attitudes toward aging and the aged. Cross cultural perspectives on aging, the sociology of retirement, and aging in the community will be researched. Prerequisite(s): Junior or senior standing.

FMCD 4513 - Family Law And Public Policy

This course is a general survey of government programs and policies that impact on the family. Course topics include child care, aging, legal aspects of family life, mental health, generational equity, family violence, income maintenance, and family impact analysis. Students will be encouraged to critique past and current policies as well as develop a research policy agenda for the future. Prerequisite(s): Senior standing.

FMCD 4712 - Parent Education

This course is an in-depth study of programs that facilitate parent education. The history of parent education programs and group dynamics of home-based parent education programs will be studied.

FMCD 4874 - Play, Curriculum And Program Development

This course is a study of how to plan for play and developmentally appropriate curriculum in a program for young children. This course will examine philosophy, developmental stages of play and curriculum to create a model program for early childhood programs. This course replaces FMCD 4872. Prerequisite(s): majors only.

FMCD 4900 - Practicum

Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study. Prerequisite(s): Senior standing, family and child development majors only and written permission of the instructor required.

FMCD 4910 - Seminar

Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study.

FMCD 4930 - Individual Study

Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study.

FMCD 4940 - Field Study

Credit will vary from 1 to 6 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study.

FMCD 4950 - Internship

Credit will vary from 1 to 8 hours.

FMCD 4960 - Institute

Credit will vary from 1 to 8 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study.

FMCD 4970 - Study Tour

Credit will vary. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study.

FMCD 4980 - Workshop

Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study. Normally involves lecture, films, guest speaker, etc. A grade of "P" or "F" is given. No more than 6 hours of workshop may be counted toward a bachelor degree.

FMCD 5000 - Workshop

Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study. Normally involves lecture, films, guest speaker, etc. A grade of "P" or "F" is given. No more than 2 hours of workshop may be counted on a master's degree.

FMCD 5011 - Professional Development In Family/Child Development

This course will explain professional opportunities, professional organizations, certifications, and job opportunities in Family and Child Studies. The graduate internship and portfolio assessment will also be addressed. Prerequisite(s): Majors only.

FMCD 5023 - Theories In Family & Child Studies

This graduate course is an organized study of major theoretical approaches to the study of family and child development. Prerequisite(s): 9 hours behavioral science course work. Enrollment open to Family and Child Studies majors only.

FMCD 5043 - Family Dynamics And Sexuality

This course is an in-depth study of the family systems theory and circumplex model as applied to interpersonal relations. Areas to be examined include communication, conflict resolution, diversity and strengths in families, and living in a global world. The course will also examine the historical, theoretical, and research perspectives of human sexuality through the life span. Prerequisite(s): Six hours of marriage, family, or related courses (psychology, sociology).

FMCD 5211 - Family & Child Studies Methods

This course will detail the principles of family life education in conjunction with the ability to plan, implement and evaluate programs. Additional areas of study will be professional organizations, certifications, career development and an overview of the Family and Child Studies graduate program.

FMCD 5363 - Ethics/Issues In Family/Child Study

The study includes current issues that influence, effect and change families. The topic of ethics will permeate all issues and be discussed separately. To be taken concurrently with the last semester of the graduate program.

FMCD 5373 - Lifespan Human Development Child/Family Studies

This course is a study of theory and research in life-span developmental processes from birth to death, with appropriate applications in relevant occupational fields such as: infant programs, parent, school age, adolescence, special needs, middle age and aging. Prerequisite(s): Written instructor permission.

FMCD 5423 - Linking Families & Community

This course is a study of programs in the community that offer support, education, assistance, assessment and intervention to families. Students will research program's mission and goals and effective means of program development, delivery and evaluation. Program methodology and evaluation will also be examined. Prerequisite(s): Enrollment open to Family and Child Studies majors only.

FMCD 5511 - Professional Development In Family/Child Development

This course will explain professional opportunities, professional organizations, certifications, and job opportunities in family and child studies. The graduate internship and portfolio assessment will also be addressed. Prerequisite(s): majors only.

FMCD 5523 - Family Law And Public Policy

This course is a general survey of government programs and policies that impact on the family. Topics to be covered include child care, aging, legal aspects of family life, mental health, generational equity, family violence, income maintenance, and family impact analysis. Students will be encouraged to critique past and current policies as well as develop a research policy agenda for the future.

FMCD 5542 - Leadership Principles & Advocacy

Leadership Principles and Advocacy will explore the theories and principles of leadership when working with family agencies. Areas of study will include leadership skills, characteristics and techniques, and current issues of advocacy and legislation.

FMCD 5712 - Parent Education

The course is an in-depth study of programs that facilitate parent education. The history of parent education programs, group dynamics, and home-based parent education will be discussed.

FMCD 5900 - Practicum

Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study.

FMCD 5910 - Seminar / Special Topics

Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Directed intensive study of selected problems or special topics. Prerequisite(s): An undergraduate minor in the subject matter area and permission of graduate advisor.

FMCD 5930 - Individual Study

Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Directed intensive study on definite problems or special subjects based on approved outlines or plans, conferences, oral and written reports. Prerequisite(s): An undergraduate major in the subject matter area and permission of graduate advisor.

FMCD 5950 - Internship

Credit will vary from 1 to 8 hours; subject matter will vary within the department's field of study. Supervised practical experience gained in a professional field by an advanced or graduate student.

FMCD 5960 - Institute

Credit will vary from 1 to 8 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study.

FMCD 5970 - Study Tour

Credit will vary. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study.

FMCD 5990 - Thesis

Credit will vary from 1 to 6 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study.