HOME ECONOMICS COURSES
DON’T LEAVE HOME WITHOUT IT!
Home Economics offers courses to meet the needs of everyone. Whether it be in Foods & Nutrition, Tourism, Textile Studies, Textile Arts & Crafts, Family Studies, or Child Development, students learn lifelong skills and explore a variety of career options.
Home Economics is THE PLACE YOU WANT TO BE!
*NOTE: Grade 11 courses are available to grade 10 students
Food Studies 9
Course Code: MADFS09
Wanted: A love for cooking and eating! Food is our greatest pleasure so grab your apron, don your adventuresome spirit and tempt your taste buds! This course combines basic food preparation and nutrition theory with many exciting food labs. Some all-time favourite recipes gained in this course include: cinnamon apple strudel, lemon blueberry muffins, lasagna, pork fajitas and everyone’s favourite chocolate brownies. Surprise yourself, friends and family with a variety of delicious treats when you sign up for this mouth-watering course. There is a $40 fee applicable to this course.
Textiles 9
Course Code: MADT-09
Stop shopping and start sewing! This course offers an introduction to sewing techniques through the mastery of projects appropriate to the individual. Pajamas, pants, skirts, polar fleece wear are just a few of the possible choices you will be offered in this course. There is a $40 fee applicable to this course.
Textiles 9 (Arts & Crafts)
Course Code: XHA–09
TAC 9 is intended to introduce a variety of crafting skills and embellishing techniques. Projects may include cross-stitch, creative writing, holiday crafts, creative ornaments, decorative painting and knitting. You do not need sewing experience but bring lots of enthusiasm and CREATE! CREATE! CREATE! There is a $40 fee applicable to this course.
Textiles 10
Course Code: MTXT-10
For beginner and intermediate sewers. If you love to sew or would like to learn how, Textile Studies 11 is for you. Students work at their own level to learn and review basic sewing skills as well as master advanced, professional techniques. Emphasis is on the creation of garments that students will enjoy and be proud to wear. There is a $40 fee applicable to this course.
Textile Arts and Crafts 10/11/12
Course Code (10): YHEC-0A
Course Code (11): YHEC-1A
Course Code (12): YHEC-2A
Students will be given the tools to learn how to plan, design, construct, share and reflect on crafts that allow for their personal identity, individuality and creativity to be expressed.
Gift cards, vision boards, masks, picture frames, jewelry, seasonal crafts and the cutest scarecrows are just a few of the exciting projects created in TAC. The projects incorporate such techniques as decorative painting, creative lettering, stencilling and sewing. Also taught will be the popular craft items seen in the market place. You will LOVE the projects you will get to take home. There is a $40 fee applicable to this course.
Food Studies 11
Course Code: MFOOD11
This course is for everyone! From those who have never set foot in the kitchen to the accomplished chefs out there. With a quick review of the basics, it’s time for some real taste treats. Sticky cinnamon buns, and fresh pies and pastry will test your will power. Meal planning and nutrition will provide the background to creating full course meals to tempt your palate. Bon appetit! Many food industries and post-secondary institutions require FOODSAFE Level 1 certification – also to be taught and completed in class.
There is a $40 fee applicable to this course.
$40 Optional fee for Food Safe certificate.
Food Studies 12
Course Code: MFOOD12
Strongly Recommended: Food Studies 11
The focus here is on safety, dining etiquette, preparation and presentation of foods. Advanced techniques combined with the use of a variety of different kitchen aids will be taught. Hence, it is expected that students understand the basic principles of food preparation and the value of nutrition. New and unusual foods from different cultures and catering are important aspects of this course. There is a $40 fee applicable to this course.
Interpersonal and Family Relationships 11
Course Code: MIAFR11
In an effort to better understand one’s self, students will explore such topics as self-concept and, personality development. Issues such as relationships, stress management, conflict resolution and lifestyle choices will be investigated through projects, discussions, and journal writing.
Textiles 11
Course Code: MTXT-11
Strongly Recommended: Textile Studies 9 or 10
Textile Studies 11 offers an exciting agenda as it teaches you how to create clothing that is distinctly yours – no, you do not have to be an artist! Easy methods of redesigning and embellishing patterns will be explained, and several garments and accessories will be produced using these techniques. Students will learn advanced sewing techniques and work with specialty fabrics. There is a $40 fee applicable to this course.
Textile Arts and Crafts 10/11/12
Course Code (10): YHEC-0A
Course Code (11): YHEC-1A
Course Code (12): YHEC-2A
Students will be given the tools to learn how to plan, design, construct, share and reflect on crafts that allow for their personal identity, individuality and creativity to be expressed.
Gift cards, vision boards, masks, picture frames, jewelry, seasonal crafts and the cutest scarecrows are just a few of the exciting projects created in TAC. The projects incorporate such techniques as decorative painting, creative lettering, stencilling and sewing. Also taught will be the popular craft items seen in the market place. You will LOVE the projects you will get to take home. There is a $40 fee applicable to this course.
Tourism 11
Course Code: MTRM-11
Take off with tourism! Get a ticket to the fastest growing industry in B.C. Come aboard and travel throughout the province on an exciting and adventure-packed trip to your final destination – a higher level of tourism-related job skills.
Child Development and Caregiving 12
Course Code: MCDAC12
Learn all about children from conception to birth, as infants, toddlers, preschoolers and primary students. This course is an in-depth look at the physical, emotional, social and intellectual development of each of these crucial stages. On-going visits to nearby elementary schools incorporate practical hands-on experience with in-class theory.
Food Studies 12
Course Code: MFOOD12
Strongly Recommended: Food Studies 11
The focus here is on safety, dining etiquette, preparation and presentation of foods. Advanced techniques combined with the use of a variety of different kitchen aids will be taught. Hence, it is expected that students understand the basic principles of food preparation and the value of nutrition. New and unusual foods from different cultures and catering are important aspects of this course. There is a $40 fee applicable to this course.
Textiles 12
Course Code: MTXT-12 (INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED)
Strongly Recommended: Introductory Textile 9 or Textiles 11
Do you dream of creating clothing and accessories that are uniquely your own? Textile Studies 12 offers an exciting agenda as it teaches how to create clothing that is distinctly yours. Students will learn advanced sewing techniques as well as methods of redesigning and embellishing garments and accessories. There is a $40 fee applicable to this course.
Textile Arts and Crafts 10/11/12
Course Code (10): YHEC-0A
Course Code (11): YHEC-1A
Course Code (12): YHEC-2A
Students will be given the tools to learn how to plan, design, construct, share and reflect on crafts that allow for their personal identity, individuality and creativity to be expressed.
Gift cards, vision boards, masks, picture frames, jewelry, seasonal crafts and the cutest scarecrows are just a few of the exciting projects created in TAC. The projects incorporate such techniques as decorative painting, creative lettering, stencilling and sewing. Also taught will be the popular craft items seen in the market place. You will LOVE the projects you will get to take home. There is a $40 fee applicable to this course.
Tourism 12
Course Code: MTRM-12
Strongly Recommended: Tourism 11
The journey only began in Tourism 11. Domestic travel, exotic destinations and international travel is on the itinerary for Tourism 12. Students will also explore the business of hospitality, adventure tourism, conference and event planning, and the travel trade.