FAMILY AND CONSUMER LIFE SKILLS

Course Description: This is focused on the general competencies in the different sub-
areas of home economics such as food and nutrition, arts and crafts, interior design,
food service, and consumer education.

Course Content

I. Food and Nutrition

 Nutrition and Health

-Food Nutrients
-Food Characteristics
-Components of Foods
-Energy Value of Food (Calorie)
-Mineral Requirements
-Vitamin Requirements
-Classes of Vitamins
-Three Basic Food Groups
 Farm Crops as Nutrient Sources
-Cereals
-Fruits and Vegetables
-Meat
-Milk
-Fish
 Storage of Raw Crops
-Canning
-Freezing
-Dehydration
-Pasteurization
 Food Selection
-Desirable Qualities to Consider in Selecting Fresh Vegetables

References:
Technology & Livelihood Education for Sustainable Development
By Dr. Florida C. Leuterio
Published by St. Augustine Publications, Inc., pp. 50 – 109
https://www.fnri.dost.gov.ph/index.php/24-publications/nutritional-handbooks/68-
nutritional-handbooks
http://www.fao.org/nutrition/education/food-dietary
guidelines/regions/countries/philippines/en/
https://psa.gov.ph/sites/default/files/MajorCrops10-14.pdf

II. Arts and Crafts

 Philippine Ethnic Art and Crafts

 Philippine Traditional Art and Crafts
 Indigenous Art and Crafts
 Hand Tools Used in the Handicraft Industry
 Sea Shell Craft
 Coconut Shell Craft
 Bamboo Craft
 Rattan Craft
 Loom Weaving and Use of Frame
 Plastic Materials
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References:
 Technology and Home Economics for Secondary Schools, pp. 341-364
By June B. Principe et. al.
Published by FNB, Inc.
https://steemit.com/traditional/@lapilipinas/philippines-ethnic-art-and-crafts
https://steemit.com/traditional/@lapilipinas/philippines-traditional-artifacts-and-
cultural-crafts
https://www.vigattintourism.com/tourism/articles/Indigenous-Arts-and-Crafts

III. Interior Design

 History of Interior Design

 House Types
-House & Lot
-Condominium
-Townhouse
-Apartment
 Interior Design Style for Home
-Traditional
-Modern
-Contemporary
-Shabby-Chic
-Industrial
-Eclectic
-Beach/Nautical
-Farmhouse
-Asian
-Minimalist
 Effects of Good Interior Design

References:
Vogue Magazines
Simple Home Calm Spaces for Comfortable Living
By Mark and Sally Bailey
National Book Store
https://www.piid.org.ph/history.html
https://www.homestratosphere.com/interior-design-styles/
https://www.impressiveinteriordesign.com/how-interior-design-affects-your-
creativity-and-behavior/

IV. Food Service

 Introduction to Food Service Industry
-Development of Food Service Industry
-Current Trends in Food Service
-Job Opportunities in the Food Service Industry
 Safety, Sanitation and Beautification
-Common Accidents in Food Service
-Carriers of Diseases
-Food-borne Diseases
-Proper Food Handling Practices
-Good Housekeeping Practices
 Planning the Kitchen Layout
-Types of Work Center Arrangements
-Kitchen Designs
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  Menu Planning
-Factors to consider in Menu Planning
-Mechanics of Menu Planning
 Purchasing Food
-Guidelines in Buying Meat
-Guidelines in Buying Poultry
-Guidelines in Buying Fish
-Guidelines in Buying Vegetables and Fruits
-Guidelines in Buying Eggs
-Guideline in Buying Bread and Cereals
-Guidelines in Buying Milk and Dairy Products
-Guidelines in Buying Canned Goods

References:
Practical Technology and Home Economics - Home Economics III by Rojo et. al.
Reprinted 2003
Adriana Publishing Co., Inc.
pp. 147-179
A Guide to Meal Management and Table Service
By Nora Narvaez-Soriano
3rd Edition
https://www.webstaurantstore.com/blog/2214/top-foodservice-trends.html
http://www.tourismtoday.com/training-education/tourism-careers/tourism-
occupation-sectors/careers-food-and-beverage
http://culinary.kapiolani.hawaii.edu/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/Chapter-9-
Kitchen-Safety-and-Sanitation.pdf
https://www.durasupreme.com/getting-started/kitchen-design-101#.XOKN6hIRXIU

V. Consumer Education

 Meaning of Consumer Education

 Importance of Consumer Education
 Problems Faced by Consumers and Possible Solutions
 Rights and Responsibilities of Consumers
 Law for Consumers Protection in the Philippines

References:
http://download.nos.org/srsec321newE/321-E-Lesson-17.pdf
https://www.dti.gov.ph/consumers/consumer-education
http://gsb.ateneo.edu/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/op_no_13_-
_understanding_the_filipino_green_consumer.pdf
Republic Act No. 7394 or The Consumer Act of the Philippines

Methodology:
1. Lecture
2. Class Discussion
3. Demonstration
4. Role Playing
5. Recitation
6. Small Group Discussion
7. Story Telling
8. Reporting
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