Houston Community College Systems
CSME 2337 Spring 2014 CRN 81437
Katy Campus- Room 212
Advanced Cosmetology Techniques
Mrs. Martinez – Professor Phone 713 718-5743
Email: betty.martinez@hccs.edu
Department Chair -Homied Asgary 713-718-5731
CSME 2337 ADVANCED COSMETOLOGY TECHNIQUES
(144 contact hours)
This class meets on Mondays-Thursdays at 9:35a.m.-11:55 a.m.
Note: The instructor reserves the right to modify (change) the assignments, grading procedure,
and other related polices as circumstances may dictate.
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Mastery of advanced cosmetology techniques including hair designs, professional cosmetology
services and workplace competencies. Upon successful completion of the course the student
will be awarded 3 semester hours.
COURSE FOCUS:
The central focus of this course is to empower the student to develop quality designs in hair
while stimulating the creative process. The student will be challenged to perfect basic skills and
competencies and to develop the understanding that time is money in the beauty industry.
Special attention will be given to develop self-reliance, leadership and organizational skills in
the student.
PRE-REQUISITE:
CSME 1405, CSME 1410, CSME 1453
TEXTBOOK INFORMATION:
Milady’s Standard Cosmetology Textbook, Theory and Practical Textbook 2012 Edition,
Milady’s Study Guide 2012 Edition.
COURSE COMPETENCIES:
This course is designed to assist the student attain the following competencies:
 Understand the basic concepts and develop proficiency in cosmetology skills to prepare
the student for entry level employment as a stylist.
 Exhibit the ability to use materials and time efficiently
 Participate as a team member, serve clients in the clinic and exercise leadership skills.
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Exhibit the initiative to organize and maintain a schedule of daily skills and
competencies.
Identify and apply effective supervisory techniques.
Identify, describe and design current fashion styles incorporating color into designs.
STATEMENT OF FOUNDATION SKILLS AND WORKPLACE COMPETENCIES (SCAN SKILLS)
HCCS is committed to preparing every student with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed
in today’s dynamic work environment. Towards this ends, the following skills will be included in
this course
Testing and assessing these skills will vary according to the individual instructor.
 Use reading skills
 Acquire relevant information
 Use writing proficiency
 Use arithmetic capabilities
 Organize information records
 Maintain informational skills
 Perform listening skills
 Interpret acquired information
 Displays responsibility, self-esteem
 Interpersonal, works with other, respects each other, participates as a team member
 Understands complex inter-relationships
 Technology, works with a variety techniques
STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES:
 The student will design a hair portfolio of styles produced during the semester, including
hair sculpting, color applications, and hair designs including up-dos and the use of hair
extensions.
GRADE DETERMINATION:
GRADE POLICY
Attendance 30%
90-100=A
Mid-term
20%
80-89 =B
Final
20%
79-70 = C
Unit Exams 10%
69-60 =D
Participation 20%
59 and under =F
TEST AND SPECIAL ASSIGNMENT:
Students will be required to complete daily progress chart sheets and recap sheets and projects
(TDLR requirements) weekly. Unit Exams will be given for each chapter. The students are
responsible for the completion of the study guides. Please come prepared for class every day.
ATTENDANCE POLICY:
Students are expected to attend class daily and be on time. Any student absent from class for 3
days will be dropped from the course and information will be sent to E-Alert-(HCCS). Students
that come into school late will be deducted hours. (Including lecture and laboratory time).
WITHDRAWALS:
It is the responsibility of the student to withdraw officially from a course to keep from receiving
an “F” for the class.
DRESS CODE:
Students in the cosmetology operator candidate program are expected to be self-motivated
individuals and to stay on task at all times. Students must be dressed professionally and
appropriately in accordance with the department dress code.
Dress Code is as follows for both male and female: Black medical type scrubs (cotton), black
shoes (nursing type) no sandals or backless shoes. Hose or socks must be worn. Men should
dress accordingly – there should be no sagging scrub bottoms. (Undershirts black)
STUDENTS WHO ARE NOT IN PROPER UNIFORM WILL BE ASKED TO LEAVE –AND ABLE TO
RETURN IN PORPER ATTIRE
SCHOLASTIC DISHONESTY AND CLASSROOM CONDUCT:
Students are expected to conduct themselves with honor and integrity in fulfilling the course
requirements. Any student found cheating on a test, plagiarizing or in collusion will receive an
“F” for the program. See student handbook for college policy on academic dishonesty, and
disciplinary problems. Any student that is disruptive or disrespectful will be dismissed from the
program. Students on clinic floor are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner
at all times. Loud boisterous conduct, being disrespectful to any student and instructor,
refusing to do assignments or refusing to serve a client will constitute grounds for dismissal.
MAKE-UP POLICY FOR MISSED ASSIGNMENTS OR TEST:
There will be no make-up for missed unit exams. Make-up for a missed mid-term or final test
will be permitted only if the student informs the instructor in advance. The student must make
arrangements to take the missed test no later than 3 days after the original test date. It should
be understood that the make-up test would not be the same as the test given to the rest of the
student body.
STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES:
Any student with a documented disability (e.g., physical, learning, psychiatric, vision, hearing,
etc.) who needs to arrange reasonable accommodations must contact the Disability Service
Office (713) 718-5422 at the beginning of each semester. Faculty members are authorized to
provide only the accommodations requested by the Disability support services Office.
STUDENT DISCIPLINE:
Adult behavior is expected. Disruptive behavior activities which interfere with teaching
and/or learning will not be tolerated and may result in an administrative withdrawal without
refund. Students not prepared for class will be asked to leave. Students not participating in
assigned tasks will be asked to leave.
ELECTRONICS IN THE CLASSROOM:
ALL CELL PHONES AND OTHER ELECTRONIC DEVICES MUST BE TURNED OFF UNLESS IN CLASS
UNLESS I SPECIFICALLY APPROVE OF THEM. I WILL ALLOW YOU TO HAVE THEM ON VIBRATE
BUT I WILL NOT ALLOW YOU TO TALK ON IT ON THE LAB AREA NOR THE CLASSROOM WHILE
INSTRUCTION.
TDLR CRIMINAL HISTORY:
Every individual who applies for a license with the Texas Department of Licensing and
Regulation is subject to a criminal background check to determine his or her suitability for the
license due to his or her criminal history.
EGLS-EVALUATION FOR GREATER LEARNING STUDENT SURVEY SYSTEM:
At Houston Community College, professors, believe that thoughtful student feedback is
necessary to improve teaching and learning. During a designated time, you will be asked to
answer a short online survey of research-based questions related to instruction. The
anonymous results of the survey will be made available to your professors and division chairs
for continual improvement of instruction. Look for the survey as part of the Houston
Community College Systems
SUPPLIES NEEDED FOR CSME 2337:
3 Manikins
2 needles for weaving hair
gloves your personal use
1 bags of synthetic hair for braiding/additions
10, 20, 30, 40 Volume developer
Foil
Hair pins, bobby pins, pin curl clips
(Single prong) curl clips (double prong)
and hair oil sheen
2 bottles hair glue (bonding)
Plastic cape
Neck strips
Hand sanitizer
Glue sticks and glue gun
3 bags of human hair
1 spools of thread of each, brown & black
blonde
Hair color, 1 Red, 1 Brown, 1 Blonde
Hair color bowl with applicator brush
Duck bill clips, butterfly clips, hair spray,
Hair setting lotion/gel
Rubber bands, black, blonde, brown
Nylon cape
Towels
EPA Solution
wig cap
Calendar for Spring 2014
Week 1: Orientation for CSME 2337, Safety Rules and Regulations. Quiz on Syllabi
Week 2: Principles of Hair Design
Week 3: Hairstyling/ Wet hair styling, finger waves
Week 4: Wet hairstyling, finger waves and pin curls
Week 5: Braiding. Three strands, (overhand and underhand)
Week 6: Hair Color; decolorization of hair/ Low lights
Week 7: Hair Design & Up do Styles- Demo effects of color highlighting/low lighting
(Reviewing-Mid-Term)
Spring Break
Week 8: Braiding -Hairstyling/ cornrows/ design
(Return from Spring Break)
Week 9: Hair Extensions with Human Hair using needle and thread (WEAVING)
Week 10: Hair Extensions using Synthetic Hair for braiding, individual braids
Week 11: Hair Bonding with Adhesive Glue/ Complete head & Custom fit
Week 12: Hair wrapping / wet and dry hair/ roller setting on magnetic rollers
Week 13: Thermal Curling, Spirals, on base, half base, off base curls
Week 14: Hairstyling Up do, twist, French roll
Week 15: Wet Hair Styling, finger waves, pin curls
Week 16: Final Practicum and Written Final