COSM 1030 Syllabus

Subject Code

COSM

Course Number

1030

Course Title

Haircutting

Prerequisites

Prerequisite/Corequisite: COSM 1000

Corequisites

Terms Offered

Offered Fall on all campuses and Spring and Summer on the Athens Campus only

Credit Hours

(1-6-3)

Course Description

This course introduces the theory and skills necessary to apply haircutting techniques. Topics include advanced haircutting techniques; proper safety and decontamination precautions; hair design elements; cutting implements; head, hair, and body analysis; safety and infection control; and client consultation.

Course Outcomes

Haircutting Terminology
   Order                 Description
      1                      Identify and understand terms which apply to haricutting.

 

 

Safety, Decontamination and Precautions






























































   Order                Description

      1                     Follow accurate methods of sanitation and disinfection for surfaces and implements.









      2                     Demonstrate proper storing and maintenance care of haircutting implements.
      3                     Maintain client protection, i.e. proper draping, palming of shears/razor, safe handling of tools and implements and following sanitation and disinfection guidelines for client protection.
      4                     Demonstrate safe and proper use of various haircutting tools.

 

Hair Design Elements

   Order                Description



      1                     Understand the five elements of design in relation to haircutting.











      2                     Observe the principles of design that influence the chosen haircut.
      3                     Establish harmony between the haircut and the client's facial shape/features and profile.

Cutting Implements

   Order                Description



      1                     Identify haircutting implements and list their functions.












      2                     Demonstrate how to hold, use, and care for haircutting implements.

 

Haircutting Techniques 

   Order                Description
  

       1                    Demonstrate sectioning and use of guidelines and elevations to dictate cutting patterns.
    











       2                    Perform cutting techniques utilizing shears, razor, and clippers.












       3                    Demonstrate the procedure for checking a complete haircut.













4                    Use texturing techniques.

 

Client Consultation 

   Order                Description



      1                     Establish proper greeting techniques.













      2                     Collaborate with the client to establish their needs in a haircut.
      3                     Discuss proper maintenance procedures for clients.

 

Head, Hair and Body Analysis
   Order                Description 

      1                     Demonstrate a knowledge of head and body forms.
















      2                     Analyze the client's hair, head and body to determine appropriate style cut.