Course Contents

1. Nature of Home Economics, Aims and Objective of Home Economics 2. History of Home Economics 3. Home Economics in Pakistan 4. Home Economics as a profession, Scope of Home Economics as a profession. 5. Method of teaching with special books recommended to Home Economics. 6. Lecture demonstration, laboratory, field trips, role playing and group Discussion. 7. Role and Responsibilities of Home Economist towards family, Community and Profession.

Course Synopsis

The subject focuses on the acquisition of knowledge and the development of skills and attitudes that will enable students to take control of their own lives at present and in the future. It prepares students for life in a consumer-oriented society and provides a learning foundation for those seeking employment in a wide range of careers, such as the food industry, tourism, clothing and design, and the health and social services. Home economics emphasizes the interdependent relationship that exists between individuals or families and their immediate and distant environments and promotes a sense of responsibility towards sustaining resources within those environments.

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Students will be able to understand the relevant facts, principles, terminology, methods, history and concepts of Home Economics. 2. Students will be able to learn responsibilities of an individual towards the family, community, and the world at large.