Cosmetology Course Descriptions

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ORIE 0100 - New Student Orientation - 1 sem. hr. (1-0-0)
An introduction to college living:  college life and the role of the school are considered and discussed in terms of their academic, social, and future import.  Lectures are delivered on such useful topics as library usage, effective studying, note-taking, term paper preparation, and student objectives.  Required of all freshmen.  One lecture hour per week.  Students transferring to SWTJC with 12 or more semester hours do not have to fulfill ORIE 0100 requirement

CSME 1248 - Principles of Skin Care - 2 sem. hrs. (1-2-0)
An introduction of the theory and practice of skin care.  One lecture and two laboratory hours per week. Prerequisite: None  Corequisite: CSME 1401  Lab Fee: $24

CSME 1310 - Introduction to Haircutting and Related Theory - 3 sem. hrs. (1-8-0)
Introduction to the theory and practice of haircutting. Topics include terminology, implements, sectioning and finishing techniques.  One lecture and eight laboratory hours per week.  
Prerequisite: None  Lab Fee: $24

CSME 1401 - Orientation to Cosmetology - 4 sem. hrs. (2-6-0)
An overview of the skills and knowledge necessary for the field of cosmetology.  Two lecture and six laboratory hours per week.  
Prerequisite: None  Lab Fee: $24

CSME 1405 - Fundamentals of Cosmetology - 4 sem. hrs. (2-8-0)
A course in the basic fundamentals of cosmetology. Topics include service preparation, manicure, facial, chemical services, shampoo, haircut, wet styling, and comb out.  Two lecture and eight laboratory hours per week.  
Prerequisite: None  Lab Fee: $24

CSME 1434 - Cosmetology Instructor I - 4 sem. hrs. (2-7-0)
The fundamentals of instructing cosmetology students.  Two lecture and seven laboratory hours per week.  Prerequisite: Valid Texas Cosmetology Commision License and High School Diploma or GED.  Lab Fee: $24

CSME 1435 - Orientation to the Instruction of Cosmetology - 4 sem. hrs. (2-6-0)
An overview of the skills and knowledge necessary for the instruction of cosmetology students.  Two lecture and six laboratory hours per week.  
Prerequisite: Valid Texas Cosmetology Commission License and High School Diploma or GED.  Lab Fee: $24

CSME 1443 - Manicuring and Related Theory - 4 sem. hrs. (2-5-0)
Presentation of the theory and practice of nail technology. Topics include terminology, application, and workplace competencies related to nail technology.  Two lecture and five laboratory hours per week.  Prerequisite: None  Corequisite: CSME 1401.  Lab Fee: $24

CSME 1453 - Chemical Reformation and Related Theory - 4 sem. hrs. (2-8-0)
Presentation of the theory and practice of chemical reformation including terminology, application, and workplace competencies.  Two lecture and eight laboratory hours per week.  
Prerequisite: None  Corequisite: CSME 1401  Lab Fee: $24

CSME 2310 - Advanced Haircutting and Related Theory - 3 sem. hrs. (1-8-0)
Advanced concepts and practice of haircutting. Topics include haircuts, utilizing scissors, razor, and /or clippers.  One lecture and eight laboratory hours per week.  
Prerequisite: CSME 1310  Lab Fee: $24

CSME 2337 - Advanced Cosmetology Techniques - 3 sem. hrs. (1-8-0)
Mastery of advanced cosmetology techniques including hair designs, professional cosmetology services, and workplace competencies.  One lecture and eight laboratory hours per week.  
Prerequisite: None  Corequisite: CSME 1405  Lab Fee: $24

CSME 2343 - Salon Development - 3 sem. hrs. (2-3-0)
Exploration of salon development. Topics include professional ethics and goals, salon operation, and record keeping.  Two lecture and three laboratory hours per week.  
Prerequisite: None  Lab Fee: $24

CSME 2401 - Principles of Hair Coloring and Related Theory - 4 sem. hrs. (2-8-0)
Presentation of the theory, practice and chemistry of hair color. Topics include terminology, application, and workplace competencies related to hair color.  Two lecture and eight laboratory hours per week. Prerequisite: None  Corequisite: CSME 1401  Lab Fee: $24

CSME 2414 - Cosmetology Instructor II - 4 sem. hrs. (2-6-0)
A continuation of the fundamentals of instruction of cosmetology students.  Two lecture and six laboratory hours per week.  
Prerequisite: Valid Texas Cosmetology Commission License and High School Diploma or GED.  Lab Fee: $24

CSME 2415 - Cosmetology Instructor III - 4 sem. hrs. (2-6-0)
Presentation of lesson plan assignments and evaluation techniques for a cosmetology program.  Two lecture and six laboratory hours per week.  
Prerequisite: Valid Texas Cosmetology Commission License and High School Diploma or GED.  Lab Fee: $24

CSME 2439 - Advanced Hair Design - 4 sem. hrs. (2-7-0)
Advanced concepts in the theory and practice of hair design.  Two lecture and seven laboratory hours per week.  
Prerequisite: None  Corequisite: CSME 1401  Lab Fee: $24

CSME 2441 - Preparation for Texas Cosmetology Commission Examination - 4 sem. hrs. (2-7-0)
Preparation for the Texas Cosmetology Commission Operator Examination.  Two lecture and seven laboratory hours per week.  
Prerequisite: CSME 1401  Lab Fee: $24

CSME 2444 - Cosmetology Instructor IV - 4 sem. hrs. (2-6-0)
Advanced concepts of instruction in a cosmetology program. Topics include demonstration, development, and implementation of advanced evaluation and assessment techniques.
Two lecture and six laboratory hours per week.  
Prerequisite: Valid Texas Cosmetology Commission License and High School Diploma or GED  Lab Fee: $24

CSME 2445 - Instructional Theory and Clinic Operation - 4 sem. hrs. (2-6-0)
An overview of the objectives required by the Texas Cosmetology Commission Instructor Examination.  Two lecture and six laboratory hours per week.  
Prerequisite: Valid Texas Cosmetology Commission License and High School Diploma or GED.  Lab Fee: $24