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Course Syllabus

TECS 1010 Cosmetology/Barbering/Hair Design Basics

  • Division: Business and Applied Tech
  • Department: Services Technology
  • Credit/Time Requirement: Credit: 4; Lecture: 2; Lab: 2
  • Clock/Hour Requirements: 120
  • Semesters Offered:
  • Semester Approved: Summer 2024
  • Five-Year Review Semester: Summer 2029
  • End Semester: Spring 2030
  • Optimum Class Size: 32
  • Maximum Class Size: 32

Course Description

The Cosmetology/Barbering/Hair Design Basics course presents basic cosmetology practices, demonstrations of technical procedures, and practical application of cosmetology skills. Students learn the basics of infection control with safety and sanitation; properties of the hair and scalp; principles of hair design; shampooing, conditioning, draping, hair and scalp treatments, haircutting; hairstyling and to identify the responsibilities of the cosmetologist. Critical thinking skills are also developed.Students demonstrate competency through assignments testing and practical applications. This course is part of a required series to prepare students to take the National Interstate Council of State Boards of Cosmetology Licensure Examination (NIC test).

Justification

This is a prerequisite course required by the State Cosmetology Board to prepare students for further in-depth study in cosmetology/barbering theory and practices. It is also required before students are authorized to work in a laboratory setting or with patrons.

Student Learning Outcomes

  1. Students will list safety precautions to follow during all client services, explain hazardous material safety procedures and will identify the principles of prevention.
  2. Students will understand the basic theory of hair structure, nail and skin care, haircutting, hairstyling, and the chemistry of hair color and chemical texture services.
  3. Students will be able to use the appropriate tools and methods to perform services related to the cosmetology/barbering profession.

Course Content

This course aims to do the following: - Explain and demonstrate the differences between cleaning, disinfecting, and sterilizing salon tools, implements, and salon equipment - Teach proper techniques for shampooing, draping, and scalp treatments - Teach different types of hairstyling techniques, including wet and thermal styling - Teach the basics of haircutting - Teach and explain other theories, practical applications, and procedures associated with Cosmetology/Hair design basics - Teach practical applications while working on course-related content