Course Details
Course Code: COSM 140
Calendar Description:
This course covers the structure and composition of the skin, the aging process, skin diseases and disorders. Temporary hair removal, including consultation procedures, contraindications, and hair removal methods and techniques will be examined. Additionally, facial theory will be reviewed including skin types, conditions, massage movements, and product types and uses. Learners will recognize and describe the procedures of a basic facial, and begin to use electrical equipment. Makeup application techniques will also be explored with topics including product types, colour theory, makeup and artificial eyelash application procedures, and safety procedures.
Date First Offered: 2008-09-01
Hours:
- Total Hours: 120
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Lecture Hours: 24
Total Weeks: 5
This course is offered online: No
Pre-Requisites:
- COSM 130 Unit 3: Hair Care
Non-Course Pre-Requisites: None
Co-Requisites: None
Rearticulation Submission: No
Course Content:
- Skin Diseases and Disorders
- Hair Removal
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Facials
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Facial Makeup
Learning Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, learners will be able to:
- Describe the aging process and the factors that influence aging of the skin
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Define important terms relating to skin disorders
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Discuss which skin disorders may be handled in the salon and which should be referred to a physician
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Describe the elements of a client consultation for hair removal
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Assess the conditions that contraindicate hair removal in the salon
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Identify and describe three methods of permanent hair removal
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Identify the techniques involved in temporary hair removal
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Identify and describe different skin types and skin conditions
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Recognize contraindications and the use of health screening forms to safely perform facial treatments
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Identify the various types of massage movements and their physiological effects
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Describe different types of products used in facial treatments
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Describe and identify the basic types of electrical equipment used in facial treatments
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Identify the procedure for a basic facial
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Describe the different types of cosmetics and their uses
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Define cosmetic color theory
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Describe a basic makeup procedure for any occasion
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Identify different facial types and demonstrate procedures for basic corrective makeup
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Describe the application and removal of artificial lashed
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Examine and apply the safety measures to be followed during makeup application
Learners must demonstrate competencies in their skills to Industry Standards.
Grading System: Percentage
Passing Grade: 70%
Grading Weight:
- Quizzes and Tests: 50 %
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Participation: 50 %
Nature of Participation:
- Participation is based on the student’s active and thoughtful engagement with the course material and their willingness to participate in each class.
- All students are expected to attend every class and to have the assigned readings completed prior to the start of class in order to contribute to class discussion.
Percentage of Individual Work: 100
Course Offered in Other Programs: No
Additional Comments:
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Please review the Trades and Apprenticeship Safety and Attendance Policy.
Supplies:
Keys to Success:
- Attendance
- Class participation
- Maintaining a professional attitude
- Successful study habits
- Receiving a minimum of 70% in the course.
Text Books:
- Required - Barnes, L. et al, 2008, Milady's Standard Cosmetology (Thomson/ Delmar Learning). Chapters Covered: 20-23
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Required - Barnes, L. et al, 2008, Milady's Standard Cosmetology Practical Workbook (Thomson/ Delmar Learning). Chapters Covered: 20-23
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Required - Barnes, L. et al, 2008, Milady's Standard Cosmetology Study Guide (Thomson/ Delmar Learning). Chapters Covered: 20-23
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Required - Barnes, L. et al, 2008, Milady's Standard Cosmetology Theory Workbook (Thomson/ Delmar Learning). Chapters Covered: 20-23