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BAR 102 - Principles of Barbering 2


Credits: 6
3 Lecture Hours 6 Lab Hours

Co-requisites: BAR 112C  

Description
This course examines bacteriology including the growth, reproduction and relationship of bacteria to the spread of diseases.  Infection control and safe work practices as they relate to the barbershop are discussed.  Decontamination for the prevention and control of pathogen transmittal, demonstration of proper decontamination procedures for tools, equipment and surfaces are introduced.  Universal precautions and responsibility of a professional barber are identified along with the principal tools and implements of barbering.  The importance of anatomy and physiology to the professional are discussed along with chemistry, electricity and light therapy.  Emphasis of safety precautions includes investigation of properties and disorders of the skin, hair and scalp.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, the student will:

  1. Apply best practices for infection control and maintaining safe work environments.
  2. Demonstrate effective use of barbering implements, tools and equipment.
  3. Describe general anatomy and physiology, chemistry and electricity as it relates to the barbering profession.
  4. Examine skin disorders through microscopic techniques.
  5. Analyze properties and disorders of hair and scalp.
Listed Topics
  1. Infection control
  2. Implements, tools and equipment
  3. General anatomy and physiology
  4. Basics of chemistry
  5. Basics of electricity
  6. Skin
  7. Disorders of hair and scalp

Students who successfully complete this course acquire general knowledge, skills and abilities that align with CCAC’s definition of an educated person. Specifically, this course fulfills these General Education Goals:
  • Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
Approved By: Dr. Quintin B. Bullock Date Approved: 09/27/2019
Last Reviewed: 09/27/2019


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