CTE FACS Course Descriptions

WF5523          CAREER & LIFE STUDIES                                                                          

This course allows students to integrate a variety of knowledge, skills, and practices needed to meet the challenges of life and career. Major areas of study will   include career inventory, career and consumer decision making and problem solving, effective communication, interpersonal skills, and intrapersonal skills. Students will learn how to be responsible when managing finances, time, and energy as well as demonstrate respectful and caring relationships in the family, workplace, and community. 

WF5123          CHILD DEVELOPMENT: THE EARLY YEARS                             

This course allows students to examine the physical, intellectual, social and emotional growth and development of children through age 5. Students will use critical thinking and problem-solving skills to demonstrate how to care for and guide children that will promote optimal development. Major areas of instruction will include the study of prenatal development, infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Students will create innovative developmentally appropriate activities and interact with children. *Note: Students will have the opportunity to experience the Baby Think It Over infant simulator. 

WF5223          CHILD DEVELOPMENT: THE SCHOOL-AGE YEARS              

This course allows students to examine the physical, intellectual, social and emotional growth and development of children ages 6-18. Students will learn the knowledge and skills essential to care for and guide children that will promote optimal development. Students will reflect critically on their own development using metacognitive thinking. Major areas of instruction will include the study of middle childhood, late childhood, and adolescence. Students will plan developmentally appropriate activities to implement in various settings.

WF5423          EARLY CHILDHOOD PRACTICUM                                                  

This course allows students to apply the knowledge gained during Child Development: The Early Years. Students will  create innovative lesson plans, teach, and observe in the on-site student run preschool. Students will learn and demonstrate job-related skills including adaptability, accountability, collaboration, and initiative through interacting with and guiding children ages 3-5 in a safe and healthy learning environment.

WF5321, WF5322          TEACHING AND LEARNING PRACTICUM           

This course introduces basic methods used in teaching children Pre-K through 12th grade while also applying knowledge gained during Child Development: The School-Age Years. Students will learn the knowledge and skills essential in the education field. Major areas of instruction include lesson planning, learning styles, teaching strategies, classroom management, and diverse learners. The practicum element provides students the opportunity to apply strategies, skills, and concepts. Students will be placed in a local educational setting as a Teaching Assistant where they will observe, plan, and teach developmentally appropriate learning experiences. Students will exhibit professional responsibilities including communication, initiative, and accountability.

WF1623          CULINARY ARTS                                                                                      

This course is an introduction and application of fundamental cooking theories and techniques. Students learn that cooking starts with planning and preparation and ends with serving, tasting, presentation and evaluation. Through both classroom and lab experiences, students will use collaboration and innovation to create and prepare recipes utilizing practical reading and math application. 

WF1723          BAKING AND PASTRY                                                                            

This course allows students the opportunity to take initiative while expanding on skills and concepts learned in Culinary Arts. Students develop techniques for producing high quality baked goods and pastries with a strong focus on professionalism and service. Units include breads, pastries, cakes, custards, sauces, specialized desserts, and cost  management. The students’ creativity and attention to detail will emerge as presentation is emphasized. 

WF1821, WF1822          CULINARY PRACTICES IN ENTREPRENEURSHIP            

This course is designed for students who have strong interest and may be considering a career in the food service industry or as an entrepreneur. In a restaurant setting, students will apply critical thinking and problem solving skills to share responsibility for successfully managing the student-run  restaurant. Students will act on creative ideas to be innovative with recipe and menu development in response to customer feedback. 

WF1933          HOS 101:  INTRO TO THE HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY                                                                                   

This course will introduce students to the broad world of Hospitality and Tourism and to the topics which will begin to prepare them for managerial careers in these fields.   This course will introduce the following seven primary areas: Introduction/Overview, Historical Foundations, Food and Beverage, Lodging, Hospitality Management, Travel and Tourism, and Future Perspectives.

WF2123          FASHION DESIGN/APPAREL PRODUCTION I                          

This introductory course in apparel construction will focus on the application of design principles and elements. Knowledge of textiles choices and manufacturing processes will be used to act on creative ideas to skillfully construct a variety of clothing projects. Students begin to prepare for a career in the fashion industry while developing their professional  portfolio.

WF2223          FASHION DESIGN/APPAREL PRODUCTION II                        

This course builds upon the knowledge and skills gained in Fashion Design/Apparel Production I. Students will utilize innovative techniques and creative apparel design and construction. Students will incorporate the components of the apparel and production industry such as design basics, fabric choice, and price management to research and develop a three piece collection and sample garment to develop a professional portfolio. 

WF2323          FASHION MARKETING AND MERCHANDISING I             

This course engages students in the business aspect of fashion. Students will explore the history of fashion, fashion designers, trends, visual marketing and display, internet retailing, industry globalization, and career opportunities. Students will act on creative ideas to make a tangible product that highlights market economics, textiles, design and promotion.

WF2433            FASH1210: Fashion Studies

Length/Credit: 1 Semester/0.5 credit

Prerequisite: Fashion Marketing & Merchandising I, ACT score of 20+ or a total SAT score of 950+ or passing of COD Reading Placement Test

Other Info: College Credit Hours: 3 Credit Hours Higher Education Institution: College of DuPage. Honors grade weight.

D303 Course Fees Apply 

This course is an introduction to exploring the inner workings of the fashion industry.  Study of the structure, key roles within it, and the cycle and process of fashion product development provides the foundation for further studies in more specialized areas of the fashion industry.

WF2523           INTERIOR DESIGN I                                                                                     

This introductory course allows students to apply the elements and principles of interior design.  Through the use of drafting techniques, consumer selections, and spatial planning student designers are able to plan and create a variety of interior design projects. The exploration of career opportunities in the design field is also covered.

WF2623          INTERIOR DESIGN II                                                                             

In this course, students will use real life applications to create and refine products responsive to a target audience while engaging in the occupational and training needs of interior designers and other professionals related to residential and commercial architecture and decorating.

WF2723          DESIGN STUDIO                                                                                             

This course allows students to take a pragmatic approach to the many areas of the design industries, integrating studies in marketing, merchandising, retailing, and the art of the  entrepreneur. Students experience and explore the dynamically creative real world of design.