Offered by Department of Family
Studies and Interior Design
College of Business and Technology
FSID Courses
- FSID 108GS - Space for Family Living - 3 hours
- Prereq: none
The social, physical and aesthetic aspects of the home environment, as it concerns the
family during stages of the family life cycle.
- FSID 110GS - Introduction to Nutrition - 3 hours
- Prereq: none
Scientific basis of nutrition, nutrients and their functions, sources of deficiency
diseases requirements and basic interrelationships of nutrients. Nutrition throughout the life cycle.
- FSID 122 - Architectural Drafting and Design - 3 hours
- Prereq: none
Beginning college level introduction to design graphics as it applies to the architecture and interior design professions. An
introduction to computer aided drafting and design will be included. Intended for the student with little or no experience with
drafting. (Studio fee $15.00)
- FSID 128 - Application of Basic Design to Interior Design - 3 hours
- Prereq: ART 118
Application of basic 2-dimensional design principles of
scale, proportion, balance, rhythm, emphasis, harmony, variety and elements
space, line, mass, shape, texture, and color to Interior Design projects.
Application of basic 3-dimensional design elements and principles to
development of the spatial envelope including volumes of space, visual
continuity and balance, visual passages, and interconnecting elements.
- FSID 150 - Lifespan Development and the Family - 3 hours
- Prereq: none
This course is designed to facilitate an initial, critical understanding of human development.
Various aspects, themes, and influences of development are examined across the lifespan, with
particular emphasis placed on the familial, cultural, cognitive, theoretical and physical
aspects of the ever developing human.
- FSID 151GS - Human Sexual Behavior - 3 hours
- Prereq: none
A course designed to help the individual to understand himself as a whole person so that
he relates to others in a healthy, constructive and meaningful manner. Evaluation of one's
own values in relation to life-style and the value structure of society.
- FSID 160GS - Personal Money Management - 3 hours
- Prereq: none
Fundamentals of personal finance: budgeting, banking, life insurance, accident, health,
and casualty insurance, investments, taxes, and social security. F, Sp.
- FSID 200 - Textiles - 3 hours
- Prereq: none
Weaves, yarns, fibers and finishes with reference to selection and care of fabrics for
residential and commercial interior design.
- FSID 207 - History of Interiors I - 3 hours
- Prereq: none
The evolution and heritage of interiors and furnishings from antiquity through 1900.
- FSID 208 - Interior Design Graphics - 3 hours
- Prereq: FSID 108GS, FSID 122, FSID 128*,
ART 118
Principles and techniques of pencil and marker rendering as they apply to Interior Design
plans, perspectives, isometrics, and axonometrics. Includes techniques of perspective,
isometric, and axonometric drawing as applied to Interior Design. Introduces integration
of 3D computer graphics with pencil and marker rendering.
- FSID 209 - History of Interiors II - 3 hours
- Prereq: FSID 207
The evolution and heritage of interiors and furnishings from 1900 to present.
- FSID 250 - Infant Development - 3 hours
- Prereq: none
A study of growth and development, principles of guidance, and care of
children from conception through two years of age including changing concepts
affecting parenthood.
- FSID 253 - Child and Adolescent Development - 3 hours
- Prereq: none
A study of the growth, maturational and developmental characteristics of
children from early childhood through adolescence. Principles, examples and
practical issues involved in the guidance of children through childhood through
adolescence as they traverse various stages of psycho-social, cognitive and
physical development.
- FSID 260 - Application of CAD for Interior Design - 3 hours
- Prereq: FSID 122
The study and application of kitchen and bath and interior design specific CAD software to
interior design problems. Includes integration of design data among differing CAD software
programs and presentation software. Application of presentation software incorporated in
presentation of design solutions. (Studio fee $20.00)
- FSID 265 - Application of CAD for Construction Documents - 3 hours
- Prereq: FSID 122, FSID 260*
Application of CAD to Interior Design construction
drawings, including floorplans, mechanical plans, construction plans,
demolition plans, sections, details, furniture plans, finish plans, power and
telephone plans, reflected ceiling plans, elevations, and schedules.
(Studio fee $30.00)
- FSID 280 - Field Experience: Diversity in the Profession - 2 hours
- Prereq: none
The experience provides the student with an introduction to the diverse work world of
Family Studies. It is designed to help the student to focus on a particular area in career preparation.
- FSID 302 - Parent Education - 3 hours
- Prereq: none
Analysis of the major problems relative to parent education. Synthesis of child-rearing
practices, parent-child relationships and perceptions of attitudes and values.
- FSID 305 - Residential Kitchen and Bath Design - 3 hours
- Prereq: FSID 128*,
FSID 208*,
FSID 260* OR permission
The study and application of the National Kitchen and Bath Association's Guidelines of
Planning Standards and Safety Criteria for residential kitchens and bathrooms including
Universal Design concepts. Includes the study and selection of kitchen and bath materials,
equipment, and cabinetry. Computer aided Kitchen and Bath design software is introduced.
- FSID 306 - Theory and Application of Lighting and Acoustic in Interior Design - 3 hours
- Prereq: FSID 208*,
FSID 265*
The study of the theory and application of artificial light sources and acoustics in
architecture interiors. Includes a study of the relationship of light and color and the
fundamentals of sound transmission, absorption, and control as it relates to interior
environments. Residential and contract lighting is selected to meet specific needs and
create a variety of planned effects. Integrates CAD.
- FSID 307 - Furniture, Finishes, Materials and Components of Interior Architecture - 3 hours
- Prereq: FSID 128*, FSID 200,
FSID 208*, FSID 209*,
FSID 260* OR permission
Study of selection, care, and use of furniture, finishes, materials, and components of
residential and contract interior architecture to solve design problems. Includes
environmental, economic, and universal design concerns, testing standards, and cost
estimating. Computer spreadsheet software is used.
- FSID 308 - Comparative Studies in Housing and Families - 3 hours
- Prereq: none
Housing requirements of today's families, housing laws, the housing industry and home ownership.
- FSID 309 - Interior Design Studio I: Programming, Space Planning and Predesign of Interiors - 3 hours
- Prereq: FSID 128*, FSID 208*,
FSID 209*, FSID 265*
The study and application of the programming process and space planning. Includes
anthropometrics, ergonomics, proxemics, and the psychological and social influences of use
and planning of space. Incorporates Americans with Disabilities Act, Occupancy, Exiting,
and Building Codes as applied to Interior Space Planning for Residential and Commercial
Interiors. CAD software is integrated. Studio fee.
- FSID 312 - Housing Interiors for Special Needs Populations - 2 hours
- Prereq: FSID 305*
Principles and elements of interior design as it applies to special needs populations with
emphasis on the elderly, handicapped and ADA regulations.
- FSID 313 - Renovation and Restoration of Interiors - 2 hours
- Prereq: ITEC 122
Principles and elements of design for renovation of existing residential structures for
better utilization of existing space and/or plan for additional space based on
requirements of restoration and preservation of furnishings of historically significant
interiors.
- FSID 316 - Interior Design Studio II: Interior Design of Small Projects - 3 hours
- Prereq: FSID 305*, FSID 306*, FSID 307*, FSID 309*
The study and application of interior design knowledge, skills, processes,
and theories to interior design projects. Includes programming and schematic
design. Concentrates on design development of interior spaces. Includes
multidisciplinary experiences and incorporates the relationship of human
behavior and the built environment. (Studio fee $30.00)
- FSID 340 - Family Life Education - 3 hours
- Prereq: none
Open to any student who would like to be better prepared to teach a comprehensive health and
family life course. This course encompasses the concepts of the counselor-teacher role;
specific techniques and materials available in the teaching-learning process.
- FSID 351GS - Marriage and Family Relationships - 3 hours
- Prereq: none
A course designed to help the individual develop some very personal insight and a
sensitive awareness about the feelings and meanings of relationships in love, marriage and
family relationships.
- FSID 362 - Families and Social Policy - 3 hours
- Prereq: none
The Study of social policy and its impact on families.
- FSID 395 - Individual Studies in FSID - 1-3 hours
- Prereq: approval of department
Independent study of Family Studies and Interior Design to meet the needs of the student. For
majors only.
- FSID 401- Interior Design Studio III: Nature and Design of Residential Interiors - 3 hours
- Prereq: FSID 316*
The elements of interior space to create habitable-functionally fit,
aesthetically pleasing, and psychologically satisfying residential interior
environments. Incorporates special spatial needs analysis and design solutions
for universal design for residential interiors. Concentrates on advanced
programmatic design development, and presentation of studio projects involving
residential interiors. Emphasizes advanced design of kitchens and bathrooms.
Includes trends in residential design for human well being. Integrates CAD
software. (Studio fee $30.00)
- FSID 402 - Selected Readings in Family Studies - 3 hours
- Prereq: FSID 150, junior standing
Analysis of major studies and current literature.
- FSID 404 - Family Studies Professional Practice - 1 hour
- Prereq: FSID 280; junior or senior standing
Research/grant acquisition and career preparation.
- FSID 406 - Family Resource Management - 3 hours
- Prereq: none
Theory and experiences in management dealing with the problems of individual and family living.
- FSID 407 - Interior Design Studio IV: Contract Interior Design - 3 hours
- Prereq: FSID 401*
A study of business procedures, including professional duties and
responsibilities related to the field of interior design. Emphasis is on
creative problems related to commercial and residential interiors, planning,
correlation and presentation. (Studio fee $30.00)
- FSID 446 - Professional Practice of Interior Design - 3 hours
- Prereq: special permission
Study of ethics and principles of professional practice of interior design, and management
of interior design projects. Production and administration of specific contract documents
needed to practice interior design; including cost estimating, bidding procedures,
owner-designer agreements, contractor-client agreements, and construction specifications.
Strategies for sitting for the CKD, CBD, and NCIDQ are included. Includes Final Portfolio
Review. Computer spreadsheet software is integrated.
- FSID 450 - The Aging Adult - 3 hours
- Prereq: none
A study of the interrelationships of the common factors concerning aging, the major
objective being understanding of the individual during the later stages of the family
life cycle.
- FSID 465 - Advanced Study of Sexual Behaviors - 3 hours
- Prereq: junior or senior standing
An in-depth survey of human sexual behavior from psychological, sociological, biological, ethological, historical, and
economic perspectives.
- FSID 475 - Internship - 1-9 hours
- Prereq: none
Internship is defined as a set of variable experiences, inter-or intra-institutions to
include clinical or work-related experiences. The purpose of this course is to provide
experiences in the various areas of Family Studies and Interior Design. It provides students
with opportunities for broader experience and enables them to develop competencies which
meet requirements of professional accrediting agencies.
- FSID 481 - Cross-Cultural Family Patterns - 3 hours
- Prereq: none
Comparative research of familial behavior and structural patterns of various cultures.
Analysis and evaluation of the impact of differing cultures on societal and family
interactions.
- FSID 486 - Families in Crisis - 3 hours
- Prereq: FSID 351GS, junior standing
This course enables Family Studies and other service and social
support-oriented students to understand the trauma and recovery process associated with
normative and catastrophic family crisis.
- FSID 490 - Special Problems in Family Studies and Interior Design - 3 hours
- Prereq: none
For Family Studies and Interior Design professionals who wish to update their understanding of accepted educational
procedures and practices.
- FSID 492 - Advanced Developmental Theory - 3 hours
- Prereq: senior standing
Seminal as well as current developmental theories will be examined in depth. Particular emphasis will be placed on the most influential
theories and their relevance to infant, child, and adolescent development. Prior completion of FSID 150,
FSID 250, and FSID 253 is highly recommended.
* This course is the immediate prerequisite. Other preparation is required prior to this immediate prerequisite.
