Housing Environments and Design

Program Type: 0704 Course Code: 096818 CIP Code: 19.0601

Course Rationale

To assist Missouri students in preparing for success in family and career life, competencies in the Housing Environments and Design course taught in Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) education programs enable students to construct meaning and acquire skills related to housing environments and design; b. analyze influences and factors impacting the selection and creation of safe and healthy living environments; c. analyze careers related to housing environments and design; and d. utilize leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills to assume roles as responsible family members and citizens.

Course Description

This course introduces students to the behavioral, social, economic, functional, and aesthetic aspects of housing, interiors, and other built environments. The course includes instruction in analyzing, planning, designing, furnishing, and equipping residential, work, and leisure spaces to meet user needs and the study of related public policies.

Major Projects:

  • ELEMENTS/PRINCIPLES DESIGN ACCESSORY
  • RESTORE RECYCLE or REDESIGN (FLEA MARKET FLIP)
  • INTERIOR DESIGN PROPOSAL
  • DREAM HOME PORTFOLIO

Student Learning Objectives

A. Assume Leadership Roles as Responsible Family Members and Citizens

  1. Utilize FCCLA program(s) to address housing environments and design issues 1.1.1 2.
  2. Utilize leadership qualities and skills for problem solving 1.1.1 3.
  3. Utilize leadership qualities and skills to influence change in the living environment 1.2.6

B. Select Living Environments

  1. Analyze needs, values and goals as they relate to lifestyle and life cycle 11.6.2 3A
  2. Describe the components of the macro-environment to include quality of life, neighborhood and community 11.3.5 3C, 3D
  3. Recognize the historical and social influences on housing 11.5.2 2A, 2B 2A,2B 4.
  4. Identify social and environmental factors affecting housing costs and choices 11.3.5, 11.6.2 5C 3G
  5. Analyze housing needs of special populations 11.6.5 6.
  6. Investigate procedures, legal, and financial responsibilities for obtaining housing 11.8.1 6A, 6B, 6C, 6D

C. Create Living Environments

  1. Apply elements and principles of design 11.2.1, 11.2.2, 11.2.3, 11.2.4 2A, 2B, 2C, 2D 3A, 3B, 3F
  2. Examine the concept of universal design 11.4.5
  3. Evaluate construction drawings for individual and family needs 11.4.2 4C 2C, 2D, 3C, 3D, 3E
  4. Demonstrate computer-aided design for housing 11.4.6, 11.7.6 2D, 2H
  5. Examine materials and methods for residential construction 11.3.1, 11.3.2, 4C
  6. Compare qualities of furnishings, fabrics, equipment and finishes 11.3.1, 11.3.2, 11.3.3, 11.3.4 5A, 5B, 5D
  7. Analyze design trends 11.5.2, 11.5.5 3B 3H

D. Evaluate Health and Safety in Living Environments

  1. Examine factors related to healthy homes 11.2.4, 11.3.5 3B
  2. Identify factors related to home safety and security 11.4.2, 11.4.5 6D
  3. Analyze modifications for living environments to meet the needs of specific populations 11.6.4, 11.6.5, 11.8.1

E. Utilize Design Communication Skills

  1. Demonstrate effective verbal, nonverbal, written, and electronic communication skills 11.6.1 4A, 4B 4A, 4D
  2. Demonstrate positive interpersonal skills including conflict resolutions, negotiation, teamwork, and leadership 11.6.2 4A, 4B
  3. Justify design ideas through visual and verbal presentations 11.3.6, 11.6.5, 11.7.4 4C, 4D

F. Analyze Key Careers

  1. Identify career clusters related to housing environments and design 11.1.2 1A, 1B, 1C, 1D 1A
  2. Assess personal characteristics and professional requirements for occupations related to housing environments and design 11.1.1, 11.1.3, 11.1.7 1A, 1B, 1C, 1D
  3. Investigate working conditions, income and employment outlook for specific careers 11.1.1, 11.1.15 1B, 1D 1B
  4. Research entrepreneurial options related to housing environments and design 11.1.2