SCHOOL OF HUMAN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES (HESC)
Mary M. Whan, Interim Director of the School, 118 Home Economics Building, 575-4305
PROFESSORS FARMER, KENNEY, MARTIN, McCOY, McCURRY, VOTH, WARNOCK, WHAN; PROFESSORS EMERITAE BURTON, CARROLL, COTTON; ASSOCIATE PROFESSORS BAILEY, BERTONCINO, DOLLAHITE, NOBLE, TURNER; RESEARCH ASSOCIATE PROFESSORS LONGSTRETH, SIZER; ASSISTANT PROFESSORS DENNIS, MYERS, WATSON ; ASSISTANT PROFESSORS EMERITAE CUNNINGHAM, NOYCE, RAYMOND; INSTRUCTORS BALDWIN, CRANDALL, LOEWER, MOBLEY.
The School of Human Environmental Sciences at the University of Arkansas prepares students for a wide variety of professional careers in education, industry, business, government, and community services. The School is concerned with improving the quality of life for individuals and families as they exist and function in society. Human environmental sciences draws knowledge from its own research, from the physical, biological, and social sciences, and from arts and humanities. It relates this knowledge to an understanding of individuals' and families' needs and goals for food, clothing, shelter, management of resources, and human development and relationships. This school, established as the Department of Home Economics in 1913, was elevated to school status in 1994 and the name was changed to Human Environmental Sciences. In 1996 the discipline of Rural Sociology joined the School. The unit has made a substantial contribution to the development of individuals and families through undergraduate and graduate preparation of human environmental scientists and through research in nutrition, foods, human development, family relations, housing, clothing, and textiles.
| Students in human environmental sciences may choose one of six majors. They are: |
| Food, Human Nutrition and Hospitality (FHNH) Concentration A-Dietetics (DIET) Concentration B-Hospitality and Restaurant Management (HRMN) Concentration C-General Foods and Nutrition (GFNU) |
| Apparel Studies (APST) |
| Human Environmental Sciences (GHES) |
| Home Economics Education (HEED) |
| Interior Design (IDES) |
| Human Development, Family Studies and Rural Sociology (HDFS) Concentration A-Child Development (CDEV) Concentration B-Lifespan (LSPN) |
A journalism minor exists for students interested in combining any specialized area of human environmental sciences with either print or broadcast journalism or a combination of both.
The curricula in human environmental sciences are organized to include 45-59 semester hours in general education courses that contribute to a liberal education and background for professional courses. Most require a minimum of 46 hours in human environmental sciences courses. The undergraduate education programs leading to the Bachelor of Science in Human Environmental Sciences degree in the School of Human Environmental Sciences that have been accredited by the Council for Professional Development of the American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences include approximately 13 hours that provide a common body of knowledge in human environmental sciences. The common course requirements generally are:
HESC 1013 Introduction to Clothing Concepts
HESC 1213 Nutrition in Health
HESC 1403 Life Span Development or HESC 2413, Family Relations
HESC 1501 Orientation to Human Environmental Sciences
HESC 1803 Introduction to Interior Design
A total of 124 semester hours is required for graduation in each major. Candidates for the degree of Bachelor of Science in Human Environmental Sciences (B.S.H.E.S.) must meet all the general University and College requirements for graduation and must satisfactorily complete the degree requirements as outlined in one of the six curricula in human environmental sciences. Faculty advisers assist students in planning individual courses of study and with other matters related to university life.
Requirements for a Minor in Human Environmental Sciences: Students may earn a minor in Human Development and Family Studies or in Human Nutrition. Specific course requirements for the minors are listed at the end of the curriculum section. A student must notify the School of his or her intent to minor.
For information concerning graduate programs in human environmental sciences, consult the Graduate School Catalog.
FOOD, HUMAN NUTRITION AND HOSPITALITY CURRICULUM
This curriculum allows the student to concentrate in an area of foods and nutrition by completing courses in the basic curriculum plus those in one of the concentrations: A-Dietetics; B-Hospitality and Restaurant Management; or C-General Foods and Nutrition.
| The preceding curriculum requirements are to be taken by all food, human nutrition, & hospitality majors. | |
| Communications 9-123 ENGL 1013, 1023, 2003 6-9 COMM 1313 .3 |
Arts and Humanities 6 from any two categories (a-d) select 6 hours: (a) Fine Arts (b) PHIL 2003 or 2103 or 2203 or 3103 (c) WLIT 1113 or 1123, or ENGL 2113 or 2123, or CLST 1003 or 1013 (d) Any Foreign Language 2003 or HUMN 2003 |
| Social Sciences 9 PSYC 2003 3 HESC 1403 3 PLSC 2003 or HIST 2003 or 2013 3 |
Human Environmental Sciences 20 HESC 1501, 1213, 2113, 3213, 3604, 3653, 4103 |
| Physical Education 2 | |
The remaining hours are specified in concentration A, B,
or C 78
Total hours for degree 124
Concentration A-Dietetics (DIET)
(To Fulfill American Dietetic Association Plan V Requirements)
This concentration specifies courses needed to satisfy knowledge requirements prerequisite to dietetic internships and approved pre-professional practice programs (AP4) as routes to dietetic registration. Students who complete the program may apply for an internship or an AP4 to complete their eligibility to take the national registration examination.
| Communications 3 ENGL 30534 |
Foods and Nutrition 27 HESC 3204, 4213, 4223, 4243, 425V, 4264, 4273, 4613, 4623 |
| Physical and biological sciences 26-27 CHEM 1103/1101L, 1123/1121L, CHEM 2613/2611L, 3813 15 BIOL 1543/1541L; ANSC 3032, 3042 or ZOOL 2443/2441L, 2213/2211L 8-12 MBIO 2013/2011L 4 |
Mathmatics, statistics, and computer science 7 MATH 1203 or 1213 3 AGST 4023 3 CISQ 1121L 1 |
| Core social sciences 3 | Education 3 VOED 4403 |
| Business 3 MGMT 3563 |
Electives 5 |
Concentration B-Hospitality and Restaurant Management (HRMN)
Students who choose this concentration will prepare themselves for careers in the restaurant and hospitality industry. Completion of an internship as part of degree requirements allows students to acquire practical experience and specialized knowledge from supervised work in a hotel, restaurant, or other hospitality-related business.
| Communications 3 AGED 3143 |
Physical & Biological Sciences 9 CHEM 1074/1071L, BIOL 1543/1501L |
| Mathematics, statistics, and computer science 12 MATH 2043, 20535 6 CISQ 2013 3 CISQ 1121, 2232 3 |
Business and other supporting courses 24 ACCT 2013, 2023 6 BLAW 2013 3 MGMT 3563, 3743 6 MKTT 3433 3 FINN 3043 3 FDSC 2503 3 |
| Social Sciences 6 ECON 2013 & 2023 or AGEC 1103 & 2103 |
Foods and Nutrition 12 HESC 2123, 4613, 4623, 4693 |
| Electives 12 6,7 |
Concentration C-General Foods and Nutrition (GFNU)
(To Fulfill American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences Accreditation Requirements)
Students taking this concentration may select electives to prepare themselves for positions in journalism, cooperative extension, public service, or business; for graduate work in foods and nutrition; for further study in medicine, law, or other professions.
| Communications 3 ENGL 3053 or JOUR 3123 or AGED 3143 |
Foods and Nutrition 17 HESC 2123, 3204, 4213, 4223, 4243, 425V |
| Physical and biological sciences 18-19 CHEM 1103/1101L or CHEM 1123/1121L or CHEM 2613/2611L, 3813 BIOL 1543/1541L; POSC 3032, 3042; or ZOOL 2443/2441L, 2213/2211L MBIO 2013/2011L |
Mathematics, statistics, and computer science 4 MATH 1203 or 1213 CISQ 1121L |
| Other human environmental sciences 3 HESC 2053 |
Education 3 VOED 4403 |
| Core social science 3 | Electives 18-19 7,8 |
MINOR IN NUTRITION
18-19 Credit Hours
Required courses (13 hours)
HESC 1213 Nutrition in Health
HESC 2113 Foods I
HESC 3204 Nutrition for Health Professionals and Educators
HESC 4213 Advanced Nutrition
Choose (5-6 hours)
HESC 4223 Nutrition During the Life Cycle
HESC 4243 Community Nutrition
HESC 425V Food and Nutrition Seminar (1-2 hours)
HESC 400V Special Problems (3 hours)
APPAREL STUDIES CURRICULUM
The following are the general education and human environmental sciences courses required for a major in apparel studies.
| Basic Curriculum Requirements Communications 1 ENGL 1013, 1023, 200310 6-9 COMM 1313 3 Electives in English, communication, or journalism 0-3 Physical and Biological Sciences ..9 CHEM 1074/1071L11 5 Biological science 4 Social Sciences 12 AGEC 1103 or ECON 2143 .3 PSYC 2003 3 HIST 2003 or 2013 or PLSC 2003 3 ANTH 1023 or SOCI 2013 Mathematics and computer courses 9 MATH 1203, 2053 6 Computer course 3 Foreign Language 6 |
Fine Art/Humanities 6 Human Environmental Sciences 4 Apparel Studies 39 3Food, Human Nutrition and Hospitality 3 Human development and family studies 3 |
Total hours required for degree 124
HUMAN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES CURRICULUM
The general Human Environmental Sciences curriculum may be chosen by students seeking a background in all of the subject-matter areas of human environmental sciences. The general curriculum is also used to prepare for work with the Cooperative Extension Service. Liberal elective hours allow student selections of courses and programs to meet individual needs.
Communications 12-15 Physical and Biological Sciences. .16-17 Biological sciences 7-816 Social Sciences .12 Mathematics and computer courses 4-6 Computer course. 1-3 Art or Fine Arts .6 Extension and Vocational Education 6 |
Health Science/Physical Education 3 Human Environmental Sciences 53 Apparel Studies 12 Family economics, management, and equipment 11 Food, human nutrition, and hospitality 9 Interior design .8-9 Human development and family sciences 12 Electives (from any department in the University) 12-1818 Elective in humanities 3 Total hours required for degree 124 |
HOME ECONOMICS EDUCATION
The curriculum in home economics education to meet the Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) degree requirements includes the courses required by the Arkansas State Board of Education for certification to teach family and consumer sciences. (See Master of Arts in Teaching, page 396.)
At the beginning of the sophomore year, students should consult with their advisers to schedule the general education and professional education courses.
Communications 15 Literature 6 Physical and Biological Sciences 13 Social Sciences 12-18 Western or world civ. or HIST 1113, 1123 3-6 Social studies elective 3 Psychology 3 Mathematics and computer courses 4-6 MATH 1203 3 Computer course 1-3 Art or Fine Art 6 Elective in art or fine arts 3 Physical Education 3 |
Interior design & housing elective (3 hours) Clothing & textiles elective, 3 hours from: Education 18 Pre-Education Core Electives 1-1021 |
TOTAL hours required for degree 132
INTERIOR DESIGN CURRICULUM
The Interior Design program is accredited by the Foundation for Interior Design Education Research (FIDER).
Definition of Interior Design
The professional interior designer is qualified by education, experience, and examination to enhance the function and quality of interior spaces. For the purpose of improving the quality of life, increasing productivity, and protecting the health, safety, and welfare of the public, the professional interior designer:
| l. analyzes the client's needs, goals, life and safety requirements; |
| 2. formulates preliminary design concepts that are appropriate, functional, and aesthetic; |
| 3. develops and presents final design recommendations through appropriate presentation media; |
| 4. prepares working drawings and specifications for non-load bearing interior construction, materials, finishes, space planning, furnishings, fixtures, and equipment; |
| 5. collaborates with professional services of other licensed practitioners in the technical areas of mechanical, electrical, and load-bearing design as required for regulatory approval; |
| 6. prepares and administers bids and contract documents as the client's agent; and |
| 7. reviews and evaluates design solutions during implementation and upon completion |
This definition is endorsed by FIDER, the National Council for Interior Design Qualification (NCIDQ), major interior design associations of North America, and unaffiliated professional interior designers.)
This curriculum prepares students for careers in the fields of contract and residential interior design. The curriculum provides a broad general foundation of academic courses and specialization in interior design, including courses in human environmental sciences, art, architecture, and business. Instruction and experiences foster an attitude of inquiry and learning leading to the ability to solve problems, which in itself is a definition of design. Intellectual development of the students is stimulated and leadership qualities enhanced.
Interior Design Advisory Board
Kelli Bailey, ASID, The Interiors Group, Inc. (TIG), Tulsa,Oklahoma
Marvin Burrows, Furniture Marketing Group, Dallas, Texas
Rollie Heatley, Haworth, Inc., Tulsa, Oklahoma
James A. Horne, ISP, Dillard's Corporate Headquarters, Little Rock, Arkansas
Randy Jeffrey, Arkansas Historic Preservation Program, Little Rock, Arkansas
Harry Loucks, Design Department, Arkansas Children's Hospital, Little Rock,
Arkansas
John T. Mack, AIA, Perry L. Butcher & Associates, AIA, Rogers,Arkansas
Glenda Milam, Lighting Emporium, Springdale, Arkansas
Claudia Shannon, ASID Allied, Shannon Design Enterprises, Jonesboro, Arkansas
Janet Smith, The Smith Company, Springdale, Arkansas
Paula Wentz, Wentz Carpet Creations, Springdale, Arkansas
Interior Design Grade/Portfolio Policy
Students must receive a grade of C or better in all interior design courses to proceed in the program. Participation in an annual senior portfolio and exhibition (HES 4893 Special Projects/Portfolio) is a requirement for graduction. The faculty reserve the right to retain students work for accrediation and recruitment purposes.
Communication 12 English, communication, or journalism 3 Physical and Biological Sciences. 8 Select from University Core Science requirements 4 Social Sciences 12 Mathematics 3 Fine Arts/ Humanities .6 |
Select from University Core Fine Arts/Humanities requirements 6 Art and Architecture 8 Business Administration 6 Select 6 hours from: ACCT 2013, CISQ 1121L and 2232, FINN
3003, Human Environmental Sciences 69 Interior design 62 |
Total hours required for degree .124
Interior Design Program Sequence of Courses
| Freshman Year - Fall Semester | Spring Semester |
5 HESC 1035, Design I 16 semester hours |
5 HESC 1045, Design II 15 semester hours |
Summer Transfer Students Only:
1) Students should complete 12 hours in ENVD 1015, 1211, 1025, and 1221 to proceed without interruption to the second year of study.
2) If transferring interior design coursework, placement in the curriculum will be based upon the faculty's review of any portfolio materials submitted. Placement may require additional time to complete the major. (See the Interior Design coordinator for a transfer form agreement.)
| Sophomore Year - Fall Semester | Spring Semester |
3 HESC 2833 Presentation Techniques I 16 semester hours |
3 HESC 2883, History of Interior Design I 15 semester hours |
| Junior Year - Fall Semester | Spring Semester |
3 HESC 3883, History of Interior Design II 15 semester hours |
3 HESC 3813, Studio IV: Interiors for Public Use 16 semester hours |
| Senior Year - Fall Semester | Spring Semester |
3 HESC 4823, Professional Procedures 15 semester hours |
3 HESC 4863, Studio IV: Commercial Int. Design 3 Fine Arts/Humanities 4 Science Electives 3 HESC 4893 Special Projects/Portfolio 13 semester hours |
124 Total Semester Hours
HUMAN DEVELOPMENT, FAMILY SCIENCES AND RURAL SOCIOLOGY CURRICULUM
This curriculum seeks to prepare students for employment in child development centers for the care of preschool children, for employment in agencies serving school age children, for work with families in various community institutions, and for pursuance of advanced degrees which may be required for many positions in the field. It is possible, with the addition of some extra hours to the minimum requirement for graduation, to combine this major with some other in the School of Human Environmental Sciences, or possibly elsewhere in the University.
Communications 12 Physical and Biological Sciences 8-9 Social Sciences 15 Elective in economics or agricultural economics 3 Mathematics or computers 4 Humanities/ Fine Arts 6 Fine arts elective25 3 Humanities Elective26 Health Science 3 |
Human Environmental Sciences 46 Family economics and management 6 Human development and family sciences 36 6 credit hours choosen from two of the following: HESC 3443, 4433, 4493 Concentration A - Child Development 16 Concentration B - Lifespan 12 3 credit hours in statistics choosen from the following: SOCI 3303, PSYC 2013, STAT 2013, CISQ 2013 3 3 credit hours in research methods choosen from the following: Electives (from any department in the University) 14-18 |
Total hours required for the degree 124
Minor in Human Development and Family Sciences
Required courses (6 hours)
HESC 1403 Lifespan Development
HESC 241, Family Relations
Choose four of the following courses:
HESC 2403 Infant and Toddler Development
HESC 3403 Child Guidance
HESC 3423 Adolescent Development
HESC 3433 Adult Development
HESC 3753 The Family as Consumers
HESC 4443 Gerontology
HESC 4453 Parenting and Family Dynamics
HESC 4463 Administration and Evaluation of Child Development Programs
HESC 4474 Child Development Practicum
JOURNALISM MINOR
Students may choose to combine a study of journalism with the specialization in human environmental sciences. See page 106 for a list of courses required for the journalism minor.
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