Home Economics (noncredit) (HOEC Courses)
HOEC 7003 Quick Meals With Whole Foods
12.0 hours.
Acceptable for credit: N - Noncredit
Course Offered:
Fall, Spring
Grading Method: Noncredit
Explore the use of whole foods to prepare quick, nutritious meals. Learn fast ways
to achieve a nutritious diet using the microwave oven, wok, pressure cooker, food
processor, bread machine, and other basic, kitchen appliances.
HOEC 7004 Meals for Home Entertainment
8.0 - 9.0 hours.
Acceptable for credit: N - Noncredit
Course Offered:
Fall, Spring, Summer
Grading Method: Noncredit
Learn basic food preparation techniques to successfully plan and execute an entertaining
home dining event. Discussion topics include meal planning, food purchasing, preparation
techniques, garnishes, serving, and food-safety procedures.
HOEC 7005 Healthy Meals in 30 Minutes
2.0 - 8.0 hours.
Prerequisite: TEEN Y
Acceptable for credit: N - Noncredit
Prepare healthy foods using techniques and strategies that cut preparation time and
calories while maintaining flavor and appearance, i.e., microwave, batch cooking,
and portion freezing methods.
HOEC 7007 Cultural Aspects of Food
8.0 - 12.0 hours.
Acceptable for credit: N - Noncredit
Grading Method: Noncredit
Learn to cook culinary specialties of many lands and enjoy new taste experiences while
learning about the social, economic, and nutritional significance of food customs.
Prepare and sample authentic international dishes. Different cuisines of the world
are explored each semester including but not limited to Mediterranean, Mexican, Caribbean,
Greek, and Thai.
HOEC 7009 Holiday Cookies & Candy
3.0 - 12.0 hours.
Acceptable for credit: N - Noncredit
Share in the holiday festivities by learning dozens of recipes for traditional favorites,
new creations, and international cookies and candy. Basic procedures of baking and
shaping to produce drop, shaped, spiral, bar, and layered cookies are practiced. Also
learn to use various fillings and icings for more creative baking. This class is open
to beginning-through-advanced bakers.
HOEC 7011 Holiday Foods: The Easy Way
64.0 - 72.0 hours.
Acceptable for credit: N - Noncredit
Grading Method: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass
Holiday dishes for seasonal celebrations can be prepared faster, tastier, and more
nutritiously with the aid of a microwave oven and other time-saving techniques. Prepare
and sample a range of holiday foods such as Fruited Pork Roast, Turkey Breast with
Cranberry Glaze, Wild Rice Medley, Pecan Pie, Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes, Chocolate
Bourbon Balls, and Dickens' Plum Pudding.
HOEC 7023 Vegetarian Cooking
6.0 - 18.0 hours.
Acceptable for credit: N - Noncredit
This course introduces principles of meal planning, preparation techniques, and recipe
conversion for vegetarian dishes that emphasize low-fat, low-sugar, and meat replacement.
Topics include low-fat cooking; meatless meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner; meatless
meals using legumes, vegetables, and whole grains; and low-sugar cooking. Recipes
are prepared and evaluated.
HOEC 7024 Microwave Cooking
4.0 - 16.0 hours.
Acceptable for credit: N - Noncredit
Learn to prepare multi-course meals in a microwave oven. This course covers both basic
and advanced microwave cooking techniques including appropriate utensils and their
use, adapting recipes for the microwave, food preparation techniques, and defrosting
and reheating foods.
HOEC 7030 Chocolate Desserts
3.0 - 12.0 hours.
Acceptable for credit: N - Noncredit
Learn new ways to indulge your loved ones' chocolate desires. Make chocolate lava
cake, a chocolate caramel tart, chocolate chip brownies, and chocolate cups. Basic
candy-making methods and proper handling of chocolate are covered. Decorative chocolate
work, including chocolate leaves, cups, and cutouts are demonstrated.
HOEC 7035 Light Cooking for 1-2 People
7.5 - 8.5 hours.
Acceptable for credit: N - Noncredit
Preparing a healthy meal can be easy, economical, and creative. Learn techniques to
make it easy to cook smaller portions, prepare a creative and healthful menu, cook
and store meals, plan leftovers, and take advantage of value pricing.
HOEC 7036 Tarts: Sweet and Savory
3.0 - 12.0 hours.
Acceptable for credit: N - Noncredit
Combinations for tart crusts and fillings are countless. Learn to prepare tarts and
tartlets, including blind baking, baked fillings, custards, ganache, mousse, pastry
cream, frangipane, and fruit fillings.
HOEC 7100A Beg Clothing Construction
60.0 - 68.0 hours.
Acceptable for credit: N - Noncredit
Course Offered:
Fall, Spring
Grading Method: Noncredit
This course presents successful sewing techniques using current methods and technology
in custom and speed-clothing construction. Students also learn about pattern and fabric
selection, fitting garments, proper use of tools and equipment, and construction techniques
appropriate to various fabrics and garments.
HOEC 7101A Clothing Construction 2
60.0 - 68.0 hours.
Acceptable for credit: N - Noncredit
Grading Method: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass
Building on the basics, a wider variety of techniques are demonstrated for greater
creativity and problem solving while working with a broader range of styles and fabrics.
With the goal of gaining confidence and skill, students practice with special sewing
machine feet, the overlock/serger, creative stitches, and special tools.
HOEC 7102A Sewing Studio Open Lab
64.0 - 72.0 hours.
Acceptable for credit: N - Noncredit
Sewing projects are selected by the student and developed under the guidance of an
instructor. The lab provides students with individualized practical application of
garment construction and fitting. Emphasis will be placed on comparative methods and
techniques.
HOEC 7103A Clothing Alterations
60.0 - 68.0 hours.
Acceptable for credit: N - Noncredit
Grading Method: Noncredit
Students develop practical skills in fitting, altering, and restyling ready-to-wear
clothing for women, men and children. Students learn the basics of altering clothing
for clients, with an emphasis on building speed and increasing fit expertise. Client
relations, pricing of services and further education needed to own an alterations
business are discussed.
HOEC 7105A Sewing With Special Fabrics
60.0 - 68.0 hours.
Acceptable for credit: N - Noncredit
Grading Method: Noncredit
Students explore the history and characteristics of a wide range of fabrics including
silk, faux fur, leather, lace, and many more, to understand how to use these special
fabrics effectively in clothing design and construction. Students learn how to select
styles, choose tools, and apply specialized sewing methods for each fabric.
HOEC 7106 Modern Tailoring Techniques
60.0 - 68.0 hours.
Acceptable for credit: N - Noncredit
Course Offered:
Fall, Spring
Grading Method: Noncredit
Students practice tailoring techniques that are faster and easier than traditional
tailoring methods, yet yield professional, well-fitting results. Through use of fusible
interfacings, fashion industry short cuts, precise sewing, and couture details, students
create a custom-made, tailored jacket that will provide many years of use.
HOEC 7108A Serger Sewing
45.0 - 51.0 hours.
Acceptable for credit: N - Noncredit
Grading Method: Noncredit
Students of all sewing levels learn how to use a home serger/overlock and coverstitch
machine to achieve professional looking seams, hems, and garment details while significantly
saving time and effort. Students start with the basics of threading and adjusting
tension and advance to creative techniques of embellishing with decorative threads.
HOEC 7110A Embroidery Machine Basics
45.0 - 51.0 hours.
Acceptable for credit: N - Noncredit
Grading Method: Noncredit
Course introduces the basics of using a computerized, home embroidery machine to produce
professional results that rival those seen in stores. Using stabilizers, selecting
threads, combining designs and making templates are demonstrated. Methods of using
the machine to create appliques, lace, and fine cutwork are practiced.
HOEC 7111A Creative Sewing
45.0 - 51.0 hours.
Acceptable for credit: N - Noncredit
Grading Method: Noncredit
Students develop general sewing techniques and skills necessary for well-fitting garments
and desirable gifts. Students increase confidence as they develop talent in combining
fabric and sewing skills with art for creative expression. Students may select projects
of their choice or those provided by the instructor.
HOEC 7112A Clothing Construction 3
60.0 - 68.0 hours.
Acceptable for credit: N - Noncredit
Grading Method: Noncredit
Students learn how to plan, fit, and sew challenging projects that may include tailored
garments, formalwear, or students' own designs. Building support and shape into garments,
customizing patterns and applying couture and designer techniques are practiced. Surface
embellishment and structural design features are shown to inspire student creativity.
HOEC 7115A Fitting & Pattern Alterations
60.0 - 68.0 hours.
Acceptable for credit: N - Noncredit
Grading Method: Noncredit
Students learn to recognize perfect fit and apply a logical system of measuring, altering
patterns and fitting garments for any body type. Students create a master bodice and
skirt or pants pattern that to use as a reference point for quickly altering any other
pattern, or as a master pattern for custom designs.
HOEC 7151A Quilting
48.0 - 45.0 hours.
Acceptable for credit: N - Noncredit
Repeatable: 99.00
Grading Method: Noncredit
Learn the art of quilting! Explore traditional methods, new techniques, appliqué,
speed-piecing, and a variety of finishing techniques. Create pillows, wall hangings,
samplers, bed quilts, or work on an individual project. Beginning-to-advanced students
are welcome.
HOEC 7164A Crochet and Knitting
48.0 - 54.0 hours.
Acceptable for credit: N - Noncredit
Learn basic through advanced knitting and crochet stitches and their combinations,
how to read patterns, how to make garments, plus other needle arts as requested. Materials
and project ideas are discussed at the first class. All experience levels welcome.
HOEC 7201A Home Construction and Decor
32.0 hours.
Acceptable for credit: N - Noncredit
Repeatable: 99.00
Grading Method: Noncredit
This course is designed to introduce students to the various environmentally-friendly
materials and green options available today in modern home construction. Whether building
or remodeling, this course helps students make informed decisions about home materials
including aesthetic characteristics of paint, flooring, textiles, window treatments,
and cabinets.
HOEC 7202A Decorative Painting: Interiors
45.0 hours.
Acceptable for credit: N - Noncredit
Repeatable: 99.00
Grading Method: Noncredit
This course introduces various decorative painting techniques that can be achieved
with water-based paints. Students discuss and practice the following techniques: surface
textures, antiquing, crackling, distressing, stenciling, wood graining, marbleizing,
and simulated granite applications. Design elements and various media and surfaces
are presented to enable students to develop skills for personal use or practice the
profession at a beginning level.
HOEC 7301 Dealing With Anger
0.0 - 18.0 hours.
Acceptable for credit: N - Noncredit
Grading Method: Noncredit
Whether in the workplace or at home, students learn to deal with various aspects of
anger. Topics include anger management, types of anger, reasons for anger, anger and
stress, appropriate anger, risks of anger, and dealing with angry people. This course
emphasizes personal development and reduction of domestic and workplace violence.
HOEC 7303 Heart Disease Prevention
0.0 hours.
Acceptable for credit: N - Noncredit
Grading Method: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass
Current cardiovascular research is reviewed and healthy lifestyle choices are introduced
to improve heart health. Discussion topics include identifying and understanding reliable
sources, dietary changes, stress management, and exercise.
HOEC 7304 Balancing Work and Life
64.0 - 72.0 hours.
Prerequisite: TEEN Y
Acceptable for credit: N - Noncredit
Students learn to create a healthy lifestyle that supports positive and loving relationships;
a creative work environment that ensures wealth and security; and a sense of confidence
and well-being that warrants respect and dignity. Students evaluate goals and lifestyle
and align daily activities for success, prosperity, wellness, and happiness.
HOEC 7400 Estate Planning
3.0 - 9.0 hours.
Acceptable for credit: N - Noncredit
It is never too soon to have your estate in order. Learn more about advanced health
care directives, durable powers of attorney, wills, trusts, and probate. Understand
why these items are necessary and how to make informed decisions about health and
financial issues.
HOEC 7401 Planning for Retirement
3.0 - 9.0 hours.
Acceptable for credit: N - Noncredit
Get the most out of your retirement saving plans! This class is designed for working
people and their partners who are saving for retirement. Learn how 401(k)s, 403(b)s,
SEP-IRAs, and other retirement plans work. Learn how to maximize your retirement benefits.
HOEC 7402 Overcome Fear in the Market
48.0 - 54.0 hours.
Prerequisite: TEEN Y
Acceptable for credit: N - Noncredit
Many times the natural reaction to a market downturn can be counterproductive. Become
a better informed, more sophisticated investor. Learn how to avoid common mistakes
made by many investors when they follow their natural reactions during challenging
markets. Learn how to become less focused on short-term movements of the market and
more consistent in your investment strategy.
HOEC 7403 Investment/Stock Market Basics
3.0 - 9.0 hours.
Acceptable for credit: N - Noncredit
Regardless of your financial situation or goals, you need to know about the power
of investing. Learn how to increase investment income while reducing taxes on those
investments. Learn about stock market basics, and how to focus on financial goals,
whether saving for children's education or planning for retirement.
HOEC 7404 A Woman's Guide to Finances
9.0 hours.
Acceptable for credit: N - Noncredit
Women have many of the same financial goals as men, but often face a different set
of challenges when working toward those goals. Students learn how these challenges
can affect women's financial futures and how to overcome them. Basics of money management,
investing, estate planning, and tools to increase financial wealth are covered.
HOEC 7405 Choosing Stocks
48.0 - 54.0 hours.
Prerequisite: TEEN Y
Acceptable for credit: N - Noncredit
With hundreds of companies listed on Wall Street, choosing the right stocks for your
portfolio may seem like a daunting task. Learn how to build a balanced portfolio,
evaluate companies, follow time-tested strategies, and reduce the risks of investing
in stock.