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Courses
Explanation of Abbreviations
The courses below represent the total offerings of the School of Health, Physical Education, and Recreation. Courses listed are not necessarily offered annually. Not all courses are offered every semester. The number of credit hours given for a course is indicated in parentheses following the course title. The abbreviation "P" refers to the course prerequisites; "R" means "recommended." Courses numbered 500 and above are for graduate students only. See Interdepartmental and Technical Courses following the departmental course descriptions.
Course prerequisites may originate in other schools of the university. A key to course codes found in the Key to Course Codes section can direct students to more information about such courses in other school bulletins and the Schedule of Classes.
Public Health Education
C310 Health Care in Diverse Communities (3 cr.) Provides knowledge of health risk factors, health care and prevention challenges promoting a disparate impact of disease on certain American populations. Students examine health policy, program and educational interventions addressing these groups with special needs.
C317 Topical Seminar in Public Health Education (1-3 cr.) The topical seminars will relate to current issues in the field of public health education. Possible topics for this seminar are aging, environmental health, teenage health problems, health problems of ethnic groups, public health administration, and group dynamics.
C366 Health Problems in the Community (3 cr.) A review of health problems in the community and the community's response to them including the organization of the health care system. Health problems from every age group are included, as are environmental concerns in the community.
C403 Techniques of Public Health Education (3 cr.) Skill building in health promotion program planning. The course reviews different models of program planning, methods of needs assessment, theories of behavior change, types of community organization, the principles of social marketing, the steps of program implementation, the techniques of evaluation, and the basics of presenting a proposal.
C416 Introduction to Health Counseling (3 cr.) Evaluates recent developments in mental health in relation to their implications for health education. Reviews the role of health educators in supportive listening, crisis intervention, and counseling and referral strategies. Special problem areas include obesity, aging and death, substance abuse, stress and depression, family planning, and disease. Open only to senior dietetics students or with permission of instructor.
C440 Research in Public Health Education(1-3 cr.) Undergraduate research done in the field of public health education under the direction of a faculty member in the department.
C441 Readings in Public Health Education (1-3 cr.) Planned readings in public health education under the direction of a member of the faculty. Enrollment is limited to seniors or advanced juniors who are majors in the department. Readings proposal must be approved in advance.
C444 Field Experience in Public Health Education (1-10 cr.) Field experience through on-the-job and related opportunities in public health. Students will be assigned to official, primary care, voluntary, and related health agencies offering opportunities for professional development, practical application of skills, and participatory experience for the health educator. Regular critique will be held with supervisors and written progress reports are required. Only S/F grades given.
C501 Program Planning in Public Health Education (3 cr.) Principles of program planning in public health education, including needs assessment, health hazard appraisal, community analysis and organization, selection of program topics, coordination of health education and health promotion activities in school and community settings, audience analysis, task analysis, and the role of evaluation.
C510 Organization and Administration of Public Health Programs (3 cr.) Covers the organizational structure and function of public health programs at the local, state, and federal levels in relation to the current emphases on chronic disease control and health promotion. Official agencies, voluntary agencies, and health-related activities in the private sector are considered.
C512 Environmental Health Science (3 cr.) Components of environmental health and public sanitation programs. Topics include water supply, air and stream pollution, sewage treatment and waste disposal, insect and rodent eradication, energy alternatives, food and drug quality assurance, occupational health, radiological health, and communicable disease control.
C514 Health Education in Occupational Settings (3 cr.) Approaches to developing comprehensive employee health education and health promotion programs in occupational settings; topics include health risk appraisal; program design, implementation, and evaluation; employee health networks; and special instructional methods appropriate for the workplace. Reviews model employee health education programs from business and industry.
C515 Health Education in Clinical Settings (3 cr.) An extensive study of health education programs in clinical settings, including historical background, recent legislation, health care delivery systems, roles and responsibilities of the educator, patient representation, program planning, and evaluation strategies. Examines instructional techniques and materials and reviews model programs. Field visitations may be required.
C516 Introduction to Health Counseling (3 cr.) Evaluates recent developments in mental health in relation to their implications for health education. Reviews the role of health educators in supportive listening, crisis intervention, and appropriate counseling and referral strategies. Special problem areas include obesity, aging and death, substance abuse, stress and depression, family planning, and diseases.
C517 Workshop in Public Health (1-3 cr.) Interesting topics of relevance to individuals in public health are conducted in workshop fashion under the direction of faculty members. Emphasis on practical application, group involvement, and the use of resource personnel. Specific topics vary; course may be repeated for credit.
C518 The Nature of Addictive Disorders (3 cr.) Theories of addiction including the behavioral/psychological, biological / physiological, social/cultural, and other models. Addictions found in youth/adults including drugs, sex, and eating. Study of the Health Belief Model for prevention programming.
C529 Health and Disease Disparities in Diverse Communities (3 cr.) Cultural and socio-economic factors, gender, age, and regional factors all affect disparities in the health status of certain U.S. populations. Students evaluate research in social, behavioral, and health care use predictors of community health and develop strategies for public health, health service, policy and other interventions for specific groups.
C589 Models and Theories of Health Behavior (3 cr.) Selected theories and models of health behavior relevant to the practice of health promotion are examined. Students will be expected to determine which theories or models are appropriate for given populations, intervention settings/resources, and health problems. The content will focus on models of individual and interpersonal health behavior.
C591 Public Health Statistics (3 cr.) An applied approach to the collection, organization, and interpretation of data pertinent to public health and vital statistics. The application of biostatistical methods, population data, morbidity and mortality rates, ratios, and life tables to public health.
C602 Advanced Techniques of Public Health Education (3 cr.) Special techniques of the effective delivery of public health education programs; topics include the selection, development, and utilization of instructional methods and materials; group dynamics and communication skills; mass media campaigns; and program evaluations.
C611 Epidemiology (3 cr.) Epidemiology is a basic public health science applied in individual and community health studies, health care, and policy decisions. Methods and measures for population health monitoring, describing disease distribution, identifying casual mechanisms, determining appropriate interventions, and evaluating prevention and control measures, are described for major health conditions.
C617 Seminar in Public Health (1-3 cr.) Contemporary topics in the area of public health are studied under the direction of faculty members with specialized areas of expertise. Specific topics vary; course may be repeated for credit.
C640 Research in Public Health (3-5 cr.) P: Graduate GPA of at least 3.0. Research projects are conducted under the direction of a member of the graduate teaching faculty. Enrollment is limited to advanced graduate students, and project proposals must be approved in advance.
C641 Readings in Public Health (1-5 cr.) P: Graduate GPA of at least 3.0. Planned readings in specialized areas of professional interest are conducted under the direction of a member of the graduate teaching faculty. Enrollment is limited to advanced graduate students, and reading proposals must be approved in advance.
C644 Field and Culminating Experiences in Public Health (5-7 cr.) P: Graduate GPA minimum 3.0. Public health skills are developed through professional experiences in health settings facilitated by preceptors and supervised by faculty. Students demonstrate attainment of NCHEC competencies through a culminating activity including portfolio development and presentation, and oral exam. Evaluated by public health faculty and graded by S/F only.
C717 Advanced Seminar in Public Health (1-3 cr.) P: Graduate GPA of at least 3.0 and advanced graduate student status. Advanced topics in the area of public health are studied under the direction of faculty members with specialized areas of expertise. Specific topics vary; course may be repeated for credit.
C777 Doctoral Seminar in Public Health (1-3 cr.) P: Graduate GPA of at least 3.0 and doctoral student status. Research techniques in public health are reviewed and examples of current and completed research projects and other professional literature are critiqued. Particular attention is given to dissertations being planned or in progress. Only S/F grades given.
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School and College Health Education
H160 First Aid and Emergency Care (3 cr.) Lecture and demonstration on first-aid measures for wounds, hemorrhage, burns, exposure, sprains, dislocations, fractures, unconscious conditions, suffocation, drowning, and poisons, with skill training in all procedures.
H163 Topics in Health (1-3 cr.) Issues of mental, emotional, and physical health discussed. Possible topics are adjusting to college life, understanding and preventing violence in America, among others. May be repeated for credit if topic differs.
H170 Health and Surviving the College Years (3 cr.) This course covers the health and wellness issues related to a student's transition from high school to college. It focuses on education and prevention issues and includes the following topics: stress, sexuality, safety, substance use and abuse, fitness, nutrition, budgeting, and emotional health.
H172 International Health and Social Issues (3 cr.) Covers world health problems and efforts being made to achieve optimal health for all. Exposes students to health concerns of non-western and non-dominant cultures. Population dynamics, vital statistics, global disease patterns and analysis of variations among nations, will be considered in analyzing health status of people and communities around the world.
H174 Prevention of Violence in American Society (3 cr.) This course covers various contributors to violence in America with an emphasis on community health issues. Personal and environmental factors related to violence are considered within a context of public health. Personal and community violence prevention and reduction approaches are presented.
H180 Stress Prevention and Management (3 cr.) Comprehensive course on stress management. Intended for college students from all fields of study. Applies several stress management techniques including time management, deep breathing, progressive muscular relaxation, yoga, and study skills. To benefit most from class, students must practice stress reduction techniques outside of class.
H205 Introduction to Health Education (1 cr.) The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the profession of health education. Topics addressed in the course include historical perspectives, practice settings, career opportunities, professional ethics, trends, and current issues. Emphasis will also be placed on the relationship between community and school health.
H220 Death and Dying (3 cr.) Introductory analysis of the dying and death experience with emphasis on the development of a healthy personal death awareness. Topics include processes of dying, needs and care of the dying person, grief, legal and consumer aspects, and children and death.
H263 Personal Health (3 cr.) This survey course provides a theoretical and practical treatment of the concepts of disease prevention and health promotion. Covers such topics as emotional health; aging and death; alcohol, tobacco, and drug abuse; physical fitness; nutrition and dieting; consumer health; chronic and communicable diseases; safety; and environmental health.
H305 Women's Health (3 cr.) Examines the relationship of women to health and health care. Five dimensions of health—physical, mental, emotional, social, and spiritual—provide a framework for comparison and contrast of health concerns unique to women and common to both sexes at all ages. (Spring)
H306 Men's Health (3 cr.) This course provides an overview of male health issues. Course topics include gender as a factor in men's health behavior and risks, the way men perceive and use their bodies, and men's psychological experience of health, wellness, and illness.
H311 Human Disease and Epidemiology (3 cr.) Epidemiology concepts, measures and methods are introduced and applied to explain major health problems, their risks factors, processes, and changes in specific populations. Application of epidemiological methods to identification, surveillance, prevention, and disease control in individuals, families, and communities are addressed.
H315 Consumer Health (3 cr.) Provides students with (1) a model for making informed consumer health related decisions; (2) current information involving informed decisions; (3) mechanisms for continued consumer awareness and protection, i.e., sources of accurate consumer information and lists of consumer information and protection agencies.
H317 Topical Seminar in Health Education (1-3 cr.) The topical seminars will relate to current issues in the field of health education.
H318 Drug Use in American Society (3 cr.) An interdisciplinary approach to the study of drug use in American society. Examines the effects of alcohol, tobacco, and the "illicit" drugs on the physical, mental, and social health of the individuals.
H320 The Nature of Cancer (3 cr.) Focuses on primary and secondary prevention of cancer. Topics include lifestyle and cancer, causes of cancer, types of cancer, methods of detecting cancer, methods of treating cancer, and public attitudes. Discusses economic and psychological problems involved with cancer.
H324 Gerontology: Multidisciplinary Perspectives (3 cr.) An overview of areas involved in the study of aging focusing on the health, psychological, and social aspects and policy issues. Includes the major theoretical approaches to aging and current research in these areas.
H326 AIDS and Other Sexually Transmitted Diseases (3 cr.) An introductory, nontechnical examination of the biological, medical, social, psychological, and ethical aspects of acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS), HIV infection, and other sexually transmitted diseases.
H327 Practicum in College Death Education (3 cr.) Examination of death education strategies and leading group discussions for HPER H220 Death and Dying.
H333 Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease (3 cr.) This course will examine the role of public health and individual lifestyle in the prevention of cardiovascular disease. Emphasis will be placed on relationship between cardiovascular disease and risk factors such as tobacco use, diet, physical inactivity, obesity, hypertension, and diabetes. Knowledge and skills related to the implementation and maintenance of a healthy lifestyle will be presented.
H340 Practicum in College Sex Education (3 cr.) Examination of sexuality education strategies and leading group discussions for HPER F255 Human Sexuality.
H350 Complementary and Alternative Approaches to Health (3 cr.) This course discusses traditional health practices used as primary health care by 65-85 percent of the world's population. Discussion and activities will center on enhancing awareness of complementary and alternative practices such as acupressure, acupuncture, aromatherapy, biomagnetic applications, chiropractics, herbology/botanicals, homeopathy, meditation, and naturopathy.
H391 Introduction to Health Information and Statistics (3 cr.) A conceptual approach is utilized to introduce students to sources of public health data. Basic concepts and models are available to understand and analyze data and information related to prevention of diseases and promotion of health and determinants of health behavior.
H401 Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)-Ambulance I (3 cr.) P: H160; must be taken concurrently with H317 Topical Seminar: EMT Lab. This class prepares the students to care for patients in a variety of emergency settings. In order to take the Indiana State EMT Certification exam, students must complete this course, plus H317 (Topical Seminar: EMT Lab), and be at least 18 years of age.
H414 Health Education in Grades K-8 (3 cr.) Practical guidelines for developing health and safety education programs in grades K-8, including child health problems, school health service programs, the school environment, subject matter in health instruction, curriculum development, lesson and unit planning, innovative approaches to health teaching, and evaluation.
H418 The Nature of Addictive Disorders (3 cr.) Theories of addiction including the behavioral/psychological, biological/ physiological, genetic, medical/disease, multidimensional, social, cultural, and other current models. Examines addictions found in youth and adults including alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs and behaviors such as eating disorders, gambling, and workaholism. Use of the Health Belief Model; development of a personal philosophy of addictive behaviors for application in prevention programming.
H440 Research in Health and Safety Education (1-3 cr.) Undergraduate research done in the field of health and safety under a faculty advisor in the department.
H441 Readings in Health and Safety Education (1-3 cr.) Planned readings in specialized areas of professional interest to be conducted under the direction of a member of the faculty. Enrollment is limited to seniors or advanced juniors who are majors in the department. Readings proposal must be approved in advance.
H445 Travel Study (1-10 cr.) P: Permission of sponsor. Planned study tours of school and public health programs throughout the United States and selected foreign countries are conducted under the direction of a faculty sponsor. Specific tours vary; course may be repeated for credit.
H460 Practicum in First Aid Instruction (3 cr.) P: Standard first aid certificate or completion of H160. Advanced consideration of first aid subject matter; orientation in methods, techniques, and teaching devices in first aid courses; practical classroom instruction required. Completion of course qualifies one as Standard First Aid and Personal Safety Instructor.
H464 Curriculum and Coordination of School Health Education (3 cr.) This course covers curriculum development and emphasizes knowledge and skills related to coordinated school health program (CSHP). The components of CSHP include health education, counseling and psychological services, nutrition and food services, family/community involvement, health promotion for faculty and staff, health services, physical education, and the school environment.
H494 Research and Evaluation Methods in Health and Safety (3 cr.) General concepts and foundations of measurement, evaluation, and research; major methods and techniques of research and evaluation. Special emphasis is given to writing small research and grant proposals.
H500 Philosophy and Principles of Health Education (3 cr.) The philosophy and principles that provide the foundation for health and safety education as academic disciplines, including history of the professions, theories of health behavior, principles of learning applied to health communications, diffusion and adoption in health promotion, professional preparation, and areas of professional specialization.
H502 Instructional Strategies for Health Education (3 cr.) Application of innovative strategies for the teaching of health education. Attention is given to conceptualizing instruction, specifying instructional objectives, planning units and lessons, utilizing various instructional methods, selecting and using instructional materials, and evaluating teaching effectiveness.
H510 Organization and Administration of Coordinated School Health Programs (3 cr.) Presents knowledge and promotes skill development related to the administration of a coordinated approach to school health promotion. Planning, implementation, evaluation, and administration aspects will be addressed relative to all components of the coordinated school health model.
H511 Advanced Emergency Care (3 cr.) Skills required to render advanced first aid and emergency care in various accident and disaster situations. Procedures for personal and family survival in natural or human disasters. Interested students may qualify for instructor certification.
H512 Understanding the Medicated Student/Client (3 cr.) A non-medical introduction for teachers, administrators, agency personnel, and others who work with children or adults on sustaining prescription medications. Examines how such medications affect the performance of students or clients. Additional topics include drug actions, interactions, indications, contraindications, and side effects.
H514 Health Education in Elementary and Middle Level Schools (3 cr.) Recommendations for providing comprehensive health education programs for elementary, junior high, and middle school children are proposed. Topics include assessment of child health needs, health observation and screening, subject matter selection, curriculum planning, and evaluation. Creative teaching through health fairs, health museums, projects, gaming, simulations, and experimentation.
H515 Human Sexuality Education in Schools (3 cr.) Competencies in human sexuality education are identified for teachers, administrators, nurses, and other school personnel. Specific activities include developing a comprehensive vocabulary in human sexuality education, establishing effective communication skills, and reviewing various educational techniques and materials relevant to the teaching of human sexuality.
H517 Workshop in Health Education (1-3 cr.) Interesting topics of relevance to individuals in school and public health and related disciplines are conducted in workshop fashion under the direction of faculty members. Emphasizes practical application, group involvement, and the use of resource personnel. Specific topics vary; course may be repeated for credit.
H518 Alcohol and Drug Education (3 cr.) Alcohol and drug abuse in American society are probed in a comprehensive yet practical manner. Physiological, psychological, sociological, theological, and legal dimensions of the issue are explored through lectures, group discussions, guest speakers, and audio-visual presentations. Discusses principles of teaching and counseling in drug education programs.
H519 Contemporary Issues in Health Promotion (3 cr.) Surveys a variety of contemporary issues related to lifestyle and health behavior. Issues may include emotional health, value systems, stress and depression, aging and death, drug abuse, physical fitness, weight control, consumer health, chronic and communicable diseases, human sexuality, and environmental health.
H520 Death Education (3 cr.) Helps prepare educators and health-related personnel dealing with death education and/or dying and death in the work setting. Educational methodology and materials, helping/ supportive strategies, and background content about death and dying.
H521 Consumer Health (3 cr.) Consumer decision-making models, interpretation and assessment of available information related to consumer issues, and identification of consumer awareness and protection resources. Emphasis on the health educator's role in a consumer-based society.
H522 Women's Health (3 cr.) Examines the relationships of women to health and health care, with attention to health concerns unique to women and common to both sexes throughout the life span. Emphasizes current information related to women's health issues and the health educator's role in women's health.
H524 Gerontology: Multidisciplinary Perspectives (3 cr.) An overview of areas in the study of aging, focusing on health, psychological aspects, and policy issues. Includes theoretical approaches to aging and current research in these areas. In-depth literature reviews provide focus and enhanced knowledge of chosen areas. Cross-listed with EDUC P513. Cannot be repeated as EDUC P513.
H525 Computer Applications in Health Education (3 cr.) Computer applications specific to health education, with emphasis on computer-assisted instruction development and evaluation, instructional and office management, and health education research applications for statistical packages. Students select projects based on degree concentration and/or area of interest.
H526 AIDS and Other Sexually Transmitted Diseases (3 cr.) In-depth examination of the health and social impact of AIDS and sexually transmitted diseases in the United States and worldwide, with particular attention to theoretical models of individual prevention behavior.
H527 Practicum in College Death Education (3 cr.) Includes the study of death education methodology, preparation of learning activities dealing with death and dying, evaluation of student papers, and leading discussion sections of H220 Death and Dying.
H528 Issues in Substance Abuse (3 cr.) Various drugs including alcohol, sedative-hypnotics, narcotic-analgesics, cocaine, xanthines, cannabis, hallucinogens, over-the-counter, prescription, and other substances causing health problems in our culture are identified and discussed. Emphasis on history, symptoms of use and abuse, and the role of the health educator in prevention and referral.
H530 International Health (3 cr.) Major trends and issues related to international health, including health care systems, nutrition, family planning, distribution and nature of communicable and chronic diseases, and preventive measures in selected countries. Special emphasis on problems that can be prevented through health education programs.
H540 Practicum in College Sex Education (3 cr.) Includes the study of sexuality education methodology, preparation of learning activities dealing with human sexuality, evaluation of student papers, and leading discussion sections of F255 Human Sexuality.
H555 Issues in Human Sexuality and Health (3 cr.) Issues, problems, and scientific concepts of human sexual expression in contemporary society, with particular attention to their relationships to individual health and the development of a healthy sexuality.
H594 Measurement and Evaluation in Health Education (3 cr.) Procedures for planning and conducting evaluations of school and community health education programs. Covers health-related questionnaires, interviews, telephone surveys, rating scales, knowledge and attitude instruments, and behavior inventories by health educators. Suggests guidelines for compiling, analyzing, summarizing, and reporting the results of evaluations.
H595 Grants and External Funding in Health Education (3 cr.) Competencies needed to prepare proposals for grants, contracts, and other external funding for health promotion. Budgeting, contract administration, technical specifications, and strategies for locating funding sources. Students prepare and submit a proposal for funding.
H599 Master's Thesis (cr. arr.)
H601 Curriculum Development in Health Education (3 cr.) The theory and practice of curriculum development in health education, including philosophy and principles of curriculum development; community involvement; scheduling and sequence of health instruction; yearly, unit, and lesson planning; course of study preparation; evaluation strategies; and practical procedures for organizing a curriculum development project.
H617 Seminar in Health Education (1-3 cr.) Contemporary topics in the area of health education are studied under the direction of faculty members with specialized areas of expertise. Specific topics vary; course may be repeated for credit.
H640 Research in Health Education (1-5 cr.) P: Graduate GPA of at least 3.0. Research projects are conducted under the direction of a member of the graduate teaching faculty. Enrollment is limited to advanced graduate students, and project proposals must be approved in advance.
H641 Readings in Health Education (1-5 cr.) P: Graduate GPA of at least 3.0. Planned readings in specialized areas of professional interest are conducted under the direction of a member of the graduate teaching faculty. Enrollment is limited to advanced graduate students, and reading proposals must be approved in advance.
H642 Internships in Health Education (1-10 cr.) P: Graduate GPA of at least 3.0. Professional internships in school or agency settings are completed under the direction of a faculty member. Internship experiences must be approved in advance and are available only upon completion of course work for a master's degree. Evaluation is on an S/F basis only.
H643 Practicum in Health Education (1-10 cr.) P: Graduate GPA of at least 3.0. Practical learning experiences are completed in appropriate professional settings under the direction of a faculty member. Practicum experiences must be approved in advance. Seminars are held periodically throughout the practicum. Evaluation is on an S/F basis only.
H645 Travel Study (1-10 cr.) P: Permission of sponsor. Planned study tours of school and public health programs throughout the United States and selected foreign countries are conducted under the direction of a faculty sponsor. Specific tours vary; course may be repeated for credit. Only S/F grades given.
H717 Advanced Seminar in Health Behavior (1-3 cr.) P: Graduate GPA of at least 3.0 and advanced graduate student status. Advanced topics in the area of health behavior are studied under the direction of faculty members with specialized areas of expertise. Specific topics vary; course may be repeated for credit.
H740 Research in Health Behavior (1-10 cr.) P: Graduate GPA of at least 3.0 and consent of instructor. Research projects in the area of health behavior are conducted under the direction of a member of the graduate teaching faculty. Enrollment is limited to advanced doctoral students, and project proposals must be approved in advance.
H741 Readings in Health Behavior (1-10 cr.) P: Graduate GPA of at least 3.0 and consent of instructor. Planned readings in the area of health behavior are conducted under the direction of a member of the graduate teaching faculty. Enrollment is limited to advanced doctoral students, and reading proposals must be approved in advance.
H777 Doctoral Seminar in Health Education (1-3 cr.) P: Graduate GPA of at least 3.0 and doctoral student status. Reviews research techniques in health education and critiques examples of current and completed research projects and other professional literature. Particular attention is given to dissertations being planned or in progress. Only S/F grades given.
H790 H.S.D. Dissertation (cr. arr.)
H799 Ph.D. Dissertation (cr. arr.)
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S101 Introduction to Safety Science (3 cr.) Surveys the safety profession and examines the safety movement from a historical perspective. Provides a conceptual overview of public safety, industrial safety, traffic safety, recreational safety, and home safety. Discusses requirements and opportunities in the field of hazard control.
S151 Safety Codes and Standards (3 cr.) General industry codes, standards, and requirements developed as a result of the Occupational Safety and Health Act. Discusses the codes and standards resulting from other safety and health legislation and those created by other public or private agencies that have an impact on the safety professional.
S201 Introduction to Industrial Hygiene (3 cr.) The concepts, principles, and techniques in the practice of industrial hygiene are presented. The identification, evaluation, and control of occupational health hazards are discussed. An orientation to selected instrumentation used to assess the workplace is provided.
S202 Fundamentals of Fire Protection (3 cr.) Reviews fire protection codes and standards, principles, and practices; fire theory, fire-safe design, fire protection systems and equipment, and fire hazards. Emphasis on the life safety aspect of fire protection.
S210 OSHA General Industry Standards (3 cr.) An introduction and analysis of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) general industry standards as they apply to both the private and federal sectors. Includes an inspection practicum.
S212 Standards for Specific Industries (3 cr.) P: HPER S151 or S210. An analysis of OSHA standards for specific industries such as construction, agriculture, and maritime operations.
S217 Safety: A Personal Focus (3 cr.) This course surveys current topics of interest in safety. Areas explored include: injury problems, safety analysis, home safety, fire safety, personal protection, responding to emergencies, firearm safety, motor vehicle safety, occupational safety, recreational safety, school safety, and related issues.
S230 Safety and Health Concepts in Business and Industry I (3 cr.) An introduction to and review of various administrative programs developed by companies at the basic, intermediate, and corporate levels to enhance the total safety program and to minimize loss.
S231 Safety and Health Concepts in Business and Industry II (3 cr.) P: HPER S230. A continuation of S230 in which engineering programs are examined and industrial evaluation techniques presented.
S251 Accident Investigation Analysis and Reporting (3 cr.) P: 9 cr. of HPER S-courses, including S210 or S230. Introduction and review of accident investigation techniques; methods and requirements for collection; evaluation and reporting of accident data. Interrogation techniques, sources of evidence, and legal aspects.
S255 Threats, Violence, and Workplace Safety (3 cr.) Emphasis on personal safety and survival through prevention, protection, and effective countermeasures for individuals and groups in the workplace. Examines potential methods for delivery and perpetuation of violence.
S317 Topical Seminar in Safety Education (1-3 cr.) P: Consent of instructor. The topical seminars will relate to current issues in the field of safety education. Possible topics for this seminar are new requirements for controlling hazardous material, the changing legal environment of the safety professional, new techniques in accident investigation, system safety and the safety manager, human factors, and workplace design.
S332 Ergonomics and Human Factors (3 cr.) P: 12 credits of HPER S-courses, including S210 and S230. The application of ergonomic principles and human factors techniques to the design and evaluation of workplaces and equipment.
S340 Safety and Health Evaluation and Instrumentation (3 cr.) P: 12 credits of HPER S-courses, including S201 and S230. The selection, use, care, and maintenance of instruments used in the assessment and evaluation of health hazards found in the workplace environment are discussed. Involves practical experience in instrumentation calibration and use.
S345 Safety Program Management (3 cr.) P: 12 credits of HPER S-courses, including S210 and S230. Principles, theories, and concepts of safety and health program management with comparisons of past, present, and future management practices. Review of managing behavior of individuals, groups, and organizations. Focuses on managing a total safety program.
S350 School and Community Safety (3 cr.) For school teachers of all grades, principals, and community health educators. Addresses general safety education in the instructional program, program content, and accident causes, highlighting remedial action of importance to school and community education. Laboratory experiences on campus and in the community. For non-Safety majors only.
S352 Systems Safety Analysis (3 cr.) P: 12 cr. of HPER S-courses including S210 and S234. Theory and application of systems safety techniques using inductive and deductive logic diagramming. Operations and management of systems safety programs, systems safety mathematics and their interface with the computer.
S354 Hazardous Materials and Waste Control (3 cr.) P: HPER S201 and 9 credits of HPER S-courses. Introduction and review of hazardous material regulations and hazardous materials control methods, including hazardous wastes. Occupational and environment requirements and exposures, with guidance and common examples of materials that are toxic, corrosive, reactive, explosive, flammable, and combustible. These classes of materials will be considered from their generation to disposal.
S370 Principles and Strategies of Behavioral Safety (3 cr.) Examines the principles, strategies, and methods of behavioral safety approaches in the workplace. Ways to improve safety culture and safety performance are explored through applied behavioral analysis, safety observation, and coaching.
S401 Hazard Control Engineering (3 cr.) P: HPER S101. Technical principles of safety and health hazard control. Emphasis on the design, selection, testing, and modification of hazardous agents and environments. Requisite codes, standards, and requirements for hazard control engineering.
S410 Advanced Industrial Hygiene (3 cr.) P: HPER S201 plus 12 credits of HPER S-courses; junior/senior standing. Provides definitive application of principles and concepts for the solutions of workplace health and physical hazards. Program management techniques are discussed. Research procedures and techniques are introduced through individual and group projects.
S415 Safety Education and Training (3 cr.) P: 15 credits of HPER S-courses; junior/senior standing. Review of procedures to develop, operate, and evaluate safety programs for management and employees. Covers all aspects of safety training (e.g., explosives, occupational safety and health, hazardous materials, and fire). Discusses how a company's safety training plan can meet federal and state guidelines.
S420 Motor Vehicle and Traffic Safety Engineering (3 cr.) P: 15 credits of HPER S-courses; junior standing. An introduction to federal and state motor vehicle and traffic safety standards. Addresses motor vehicle operations, inspection programs, roadway design and marking criteria, and traffic safety management. Driver behavior, vehicle characteristics, and environmental conditions are discussed. Traffic engineering techniques to resolve above problems are presented.
S425 Safety Program Administration (3 cr.) P: 15 credits of HPER S-courses; junior/senior standing. The concepts, principles, and techniques of effective administration are presented. Focus is on the role of safety professionals in administering a safety department, especially hiring, performance evaluation, budgeting, and acquisitions. Office organization and program elements are considered.
S440 Research in Safety Education (1-3 cr.) Undergraduate research done in the field of safety education under the direction of a faculty member in the department.
S441 Readings in Safety Education (1-3 cr.) Planned readings in safety education to be conducted under the direction of a member of the faculty. Enrollment is limited to seniors or advanced juniors who are majors in the department. Readings proposal must be approved in advance.
S444 Field Experience in Occupational Safety (1-10 cr.) Safety majors only; senior standing; consent of instructor. Field experience through on-the-job and related opportunities in occupational safety. Students will be assigned to industrial and occupational enterprises offering professional development for the safety specialist. Periodic critiques will be scheduled with supervisory personnel. Written progress reports will be required. S/F only.
S501 Program Development in Safety Management (3 cr.) Program development in safety management is examined, including needs assessment, programming, and evaluation options. Past, present, and future management practices are critiqued; and selected safety management models (MBO, Keppner, Tregoe, MORT, Epidemiological, Systems) are analyzed. Adoption of management techniques consistent with current trends in safety risk decision making.
S502 Instructional Strategies for Safety Education (3 cr.) Approaches to the preparation and delivery of comprehensive instructional programs in safety settings; topics include principles of program organization in safety education, specifying goals and objectives for safety instruction, planning lessons and units of instruction, identifying and utilizing methods and safety resource materials, and evaluating instructional effectiveness.
S510 Organization and Administration of Safety Management Programs (3 cr.) Guidelines for the organization and administration of comprehensive safety management programs; topics include theories of management and supervision, program planning, staffing, reporting, record keeping, and budgeting procedures. Analyzes management models and administrative functions for programs in schools, colleges, business, industry, and government.
S511 Driver Education and Transportation Safety (3 cr.) Administrative considerations in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of driver training and transportation safety programs. Problem areas include the development of advanced driving skills, road testing, insurance coverage, and the conduct and analysis of traffic and transportation surveys. Examines current research literature and areas of research need.
S513 Safety Management in Business and Industry (3 cr.) Principles of safety management applicable to business and industrial settings, including accident causation theories, risk analysis and loss control, learning theories and behavioral factors applied to adult learners, selection of special educational techniques and materials, and program evaluation methods. Case studies, resource personnel, and field visitations.
S517 Workshop in Safety Education (1-3 cr.) Interesting topics of relevance to individuals in safety education and related disciplines are discussed in workshop fashion under the direction of faculty members. Emphasis on practical application, group involvement, and the use of resource personnel. Specific topics vary; course may be repeated for credit.
S617 Seminar in Safety Education (1-3 cr.) Contemporary topics in the area of safety education are studied under the direction of faculty members with specialized areas of expertise. Specific topics vary; course may be repeated for credit.
S640 Research in Safety Education (1-5 cr.) P: Graduate GPA of at least 3.0. Research projects are conducted under the direction of a member of the graduate teaching faculty. Enrollment is limited to advanced graduate students, and project proposals must be approved in advance.
S641 Readings in Safety Education (1-5 cr.) P: Graduate GPA of at least 3.0. Planned readings in specialized areas of professional interest are conducted under the direction of a member of the graduate teaching faculty. Enrollment is limited to advanced graduate students, and reading proposals must be approved in advance.
S642 Internships in Safety Education (1-10 cr.) P: Graduate GPA of at least 3.0. Professional internships in appropriate settings are completed under the direction of a faculty member. Internship experiences must be approved in advance and are available only upon completion of course work for a master's degree. Evaluation is on an S/F basis only.
S643 Practicum in Safety Education (1-10 cr.) P: Graduate GPA of at least 3.0. Practical learning experiences are completed in appropriate professional settings under the direction of a faculty member. Practicum experiences must be approved in advance. Seminars are held periodically throughout the practicum. Evaluation is on an S/F basis only.
S717 Advanced Seminar in Safety Management (1-3 cr.) P: Graduate GPA of at least 3.0 and advanced graduate student status. Advanced topics in the area of safety management are studied under the direction of faculty members with specialized areas of expertise. Specific topics vary; course may be repeated for credit.
S777 Doctoral Seminar in Safety Education (1-3 cr.) P: Graduate GPA of at least 3.0 and doctoral student status. Reviews research techniques in safety education and critiques examples of current and completed research projects and other professional literature. Particular attention is given to dissertations being planned or in progress. Only S/F grades given.
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Human Development/Family Studies
F150 Introduction to Life Span Human Development (3 cr.) How individuals interact with family units and society and how family and society influence the development of the individual across the life span.
F255 Human Sexuality (3 cr.) Survey of the dynamics of human sexuality; identification and examination of basic issues in human sexuality as relating to the larger society.
F258 Marriage and Family Interaction (3 cr.) Basic personal and social factors influencing the achievement of satisfying marriage and family experiences.
F317 Topical Seminar in Human Development/Family Studies (1-3 cr.) The topical seminars will relate to current issues in the field of human development/family studies.
F341 Effects of Divorce on Children (3 cr.) Examination of how divorce affects children. The class focuses on how to minimize these effects. The class includes both in-and out-of-class experiential exercises.
F345 Parent-Child Relations (3 cr.) P: HPER F150, F528 or equivalent. Explores issues associated with parenting, and addresses the reciprocal processes and interdependencies among parents, children, and their multiple environments.
F346 Human Development I—Conception through Early Childhood (3 cr.) P: F150, F258, or equivalent. Examination of prenatal, infant, preschool development; physical, cognitive, and social-emotional characteristics of development.
F347 Human Development II—Middle Childhood Through Adolescence (3 cr.) P: F150, F258, or equivalent. Examines human development during the school years, or middle childhood, through adolescence. Addresses major concepts and issues concerning development, in the physical, cognitive, psychological, and social domains.
F348 Human Development III—Early, Middle, and Late Adulthood (3 cr.) P: F150, F258, or equivalent. Examination of the development of adults as a dynamic process that continues throughout life, in the biological, cognitive, psychological, and social realms. Emphasizes developmental reciprocity between adults and their multiple environments.
F355 Leading Family Process Discussion Groups (3 cr.) P: HPER F258 with B or better and interview with professor. This course is intended to give students an opportunity, under supervision, to lead a discussion group in family process. Students will guide small group discussion on a variety of family-related topics and assist with various administrative tasks related to that discussion.
F430 Professional Preparation in Human Development/Family Studies (3 cr.) P: Major in Human Development/Family Studies; Junior/Senior standing; P/C: 18 hours of F courses including F346, F347, F348. Exploration of professional roles and career opportunities in HD/FS. Addresses necessary skills and information related to the search for employment and/or graduate school.
F440 Research in Human Development/ Family Studies (1-3 cr.) P: Authorization of instructor. Undergraduate research done in the field of human development/family studies under the direction of a faculty member in the department.
F441 Readings in Human Development/ Family Studies (1-3 cr.) P: Authorization of instructor. Readings in human development/family studies to be conducted under the direction of a member of the faculty. Readings proposal must be approved in advance.
F442 Internship in Human Development and Family Studies (3-6 cr.) P: HPER F430; 2.5 overall minimum GPA; junior or senior standing; and, consent of HD/FS faculty sponsor. Observation and participation in community programs serving children, other individuals, and families. Application due by tenth week of previous semester. Open only to HD/FS majors. Only S/F grades given.
F444 Fieldwork Experience in Human Development and Family Studies (1-10 cr.) Field experience through on-the-job and related opportunities in human development/family studies. Course requirements will be established by field experience supervisor. May be repeated for a total of 10 credit hours. Application due by tenth week of previous semester. Only S/F grades given. Requires authorization by instructor.
F450 Current Issues in Human Development/ Family Studies (3 cr.) P: F150, F258. An in-depth investigation of a contemporary topic in the field of human development/family studies.
F452 Independent Study in Human Development and Family Studies (3 cr.) P: HPER F150, F258, or equivalent; consent of instructor. An in-depth investigation of some area within human development/family studies.
F453 Family Life Education (3 cr.) P: HPER F150, F258, or equivalent; consent of instructor. History of family life education; philosophy and rationale for curriculum development, including methods and source materials. Current methods and theory provide the basis for program planning relevant to contemporary developmental and family issues.
F454 Conceptual Frameworks in Human Development and Family Studies (3 cr.) P: HPER F150, F258, or equivalent. Conceptual overview and critique of major conceptual frameworks and theories in HD/FS. This course will consider social and historical contexts of conceptual frameworks as well as processes through which they emerge.
F457 Stress and the Family (3 cr.) P: HPER F150, F258, or equivalent; junior or senior standing. Research and theory on family stress. Introduces several theoretical models of family stress process and discusses work on stress. Emphasis on important aspects of the family's experience of stress, such as social support and coping in a family context.
F458 Family Law and Policy (3 cr.) P: HPER F150, F258, or equivalent. Major aspects of law, legal system, legal processes, and social policy as they relate to family life. Role of the legal system and family policy in the construction, maintenance, and termination of family systems.
F460 Grief in a Family Context (3 cr.) P: HPER F150, F258 or equivalent. Explores the grief process within the context of family. Grief as it is experienced as a family phenomenon and as an experience of individual family members. Incorporates human development and addresses grief in a variety of loss situations.
F517 Seminar in Human Development/ Family Studies (1-3 cr.) P: varies depending on topic. Analysis and interpretation of various aspects of family study; stresses theoretical and/or empirical formulations with emphasis on critical discussion and evaluation. May be repeated twice for credit. Topics may vary.
F541 Effects of Divorce on Children (3 cr.) In-depth examination of how a parental divorce affects children both in the short term and years later. Particular focus is on how to minimize these effects and on how social attitudes and beliefs influence social policy.
F542 Internship in Human Development/ Family Studies (3 cr.) P: Graduate GPA of at least 3.0. Professional internships in appropriate settings completed under the direction of a faculty member. Internship experiences must be approved in advance. Evaluation is on an S/F basis only.
F543 Family Life Education (3 cr.) Philosophy, principles, assumptions, and history of family life education, with emphasis on theoretically based curriculum development. Strategies, methods, and resources for developing curricula to address contemporary family life.
F546 Issues in Human Development/Family Studies (3 cr.) P: Consent of instructor; other prerequisites, depending on topic. Interrelatedness of different aspects of growth and development; review, discussion, and evaluation of current trends and issues in human development and family studies. Topic may vary.
F553 Teaching Sex Education (3 cr.) P: F255 or equivalent and consent of instructor. Philosophy, content, methods, resources, and evaluation that relate specifically to the teaching of sex education.
F554 Conceptual Frameworks in Human Development/Family Studies (3 cr.) Critical examination and survey of major HD/FS theories and conceptual frameworks. Integrative analysis of the way contemporary research and practices are informed by theoretical bases. Addresses the interplay between basic tenets of theories/conceptual frameworks and the sociohistorical context in which they developed.
F555 Leading Family Process Discussion Groups (3 cr.) P: 3 credit hours of social science course work and interview with professor. Students will lead psycho-educational discussion groups in family process including family influences, communication, intimacy, parent-child relationships, loss, and divorce. Students will also be required to assist with various administrative tasks related to that discussion.
F557 Stress and the Family (3 cr.) P: F150, F258, or equivalent. Research and theory on family stress. Discussion of models of family stress process and stress as an individual family member's experience. Emphasis on important aspects of the family stress such as social support, meaning construction, and coping in a family context. Includes implication for intervention.
F558 Workshop in Human Development/Family Studies (3 cr.) P: HPER F150 or F258 or equivalent or consent of instructor. Topics of relevance to individuals in HD/FS and related disciplines are discussed in workshop fashion under direction of faculty. Emphasis on practical application, group involvement, and use of resource personnel. Specific topics vary; course may be repeated for credit.
F559 Special Problems: Human Development/ Family Studies (1-3 cr.) P: Consent of department. Independent work on problems of special interest to student. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits.
F560 Grief in a Family Context (3 cr.) P: 6 credit hours of social science courses. Explores the grief process within a family context. Includes emotional, psychological, somatic, social, and spiritual aspects of grief. Addresses influence of family on individual grief. Incorporates human development as well as family process. Includes implications for practitioners.
F598 Non-thesis Project in Human Development/Family Studies (3 cr.) Individual application of student's area of study to the solution of a problem, under supervision of an advisor. Not open to students who select a thesis program. Prerequisite: A detailed proposal must be submitted to supervising professor before work can begin. Open only to HDFS master's students.
F640 Research in Human Development/ Family Studies (1-5 cr.) P: Graduate GPA of at least 3.0. Research projects are conducted under the direction of a member of the graduate teaching faculty. Enrollment is limited to advanced graduate students, and project proposals must be approved in advance. May be repeated with permission.
F641 Readings in Human Development/ Family Studies (1-5 cr.) P: Graduate GPA of at least 3.0. Planned readings in specialized areas of professional interest are conducted under the direction of a member of the graduate teaching faculty. Enrollment is limited to advanced graduate students, and reading proposal must be approved in advance. May be repeated with permission.
F656 Families and Health (3 cr.) The interface between the family and health systems. Explores relationship between family functions and various aspects of health and health care of family members. Emphasis on students' understanding of ways of using the strengths and overcoming the weaknesses of family systems in influencing health behavior.
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N120 Introduction to Foods (3 cr.) Chemical and physical properties of food that influence food selection, handling, preservation, and preparation; menu planning, meal management. Laboratory weekly.
N220 Nutrition for Health (3 cr.) Introduction to nutrients, their uses, and food sources. Application of nutrition principles to personal eating habits for general health; overview of current issues in nutrition. Not for students in dietetics or nutrition science.
N231 Human Nutrition (3 cr.) P: CHEM C101 and BIOL L100, or equivalents. Basic principles of nutrition with emphasis on identification, functions, and food sources of nutrients required for optimal health. Credit for only one of N220, N231.
N317 Topical Seminar in Nutrition/Dietetics (1-3 cr.) The topical seminars relate to current issues in the field of nutrition/dietetics. Possible topics for this seminar are weight reduction and fad diets, food additives, diet and human performance (diet for the athlete), vegetarianism, child nutrition, diet for senior citizens, diet and disease relationships.
N320 Food Chemistry (3 cr.) P: N120; CHEM C106 or equivalents. R: A course in organic chemistry. Advanced study of the chemical and physical properties of food as related to use, quality, and preparation. New food products, composition, and food technologies. Two-and-a-half hours of lecture weekly.
N321 Quantity Food Purchasing and Production (3 cr.) P: HPER N120. Principles of menu planning and pricing, equipment selection, food product flow, and cost control in foodservice institutions. Class includes service learning, tours of community foodservice-related facilities, and experience in the university dining halls. (Fall)
N322 Foodservice Systems Management (3 cr.) Examines organizational design, human resource management, financial management, and basic marketing strategies as applied to foodservice systems.
N325 Food Chemistry Laboratory (2 cr.) Must be taken concurrently with N320. Application of principles and experimental procedures in food chemistry. Four hours laboratory weekly.
N331 Life Cycle Nutrition (3 cr.) Examines overall nutrition of life cycle: pregnancy, lactation, infancy, childhood, adolescence, adults, and the elderly. Focuses on nutritional status and nutrient requirements as well as physiological changes in body function for all ages. Discusses special nutrition problems in each stage and contemporary nutritional issues.
N336 Community Nutrition (3 cr.) P: N231 or equivalent. Emphasizes eligibility criteria and services available through community programs and includes service-learning activities in the community. Students apply knowledge of diet and health surveys and principles of community assessment and education to the development of a nutrition intervention. (Fall)
N430 Advanced Nutrition I (3 cr.) P: N231 or consent of department. Functions of nutrients in human metabolism; evaluation and fulfillment of nutritional needs; current literature. Emphasis on the energy nutrients: protein, carbohydrates, and energy.
N431 Medical Nutrition Therapy (3 cr.) P: N231; PHSL P215; ANATA215; junior class standing. R: CLAS C209. Dietary modifications for therapy in metabolic and pathological disorders with allowance for cultural patterns. (Spring)
N432 Advanced Nutrition II (3 cr.) P: N430 or consent of department. A continuation of N430. Nonenergy nutrients: water, vitamins, minerals, and as a focus, nutritional status.
N433 Medical Nutrition Therapy Application (2 cr.) P or concurrent: N431. Application of principles of diet therapy through case study management and through designing and preparing modified diets. Cumulative experience of designing, following, and reporting on a modified diet.
N440 Research in Nutrition/Dietetics (1-3 cr.) Undergraduate research in the field of nutrition/dietetics under the direction of a faculty member in the department.
N441 Readings in Nutrition/Dietetics (1-3 cr.) Planned readings in nutrition/dietetics to be conducted under the direction of a member of the faculty. Enrollment is limited to seniors or advanced juniors who are majors in the department. Readings proposal must be approved in advance.
N444 Field Experience in Nutrition/Dietetics (1-3 cr.) Field experience through on-the-job and related opportunities in nutrition / dietetics. Regular critique will be held with supervisors; written progress reports are required.
N520 Food Chemistry (3 cr.) P: CHEM C106 or equivalent. R: A course in organic chemistry. Advanced study in the chemical and physical properties of food as related to use, quality, and preparation. Students will conduct library research to prepare a critical review of selected topics in novel areas of food chemistry and technology.
N525 Food Chemistry Laboratory (3 cr.) Must be taken concurrently with N520. Application of principles and experimental procedures in food chemistry. Students will design and conduct an independent research project in food science in addition to weekly topical group laboratory experiments.
N530 Advanced Human Nutrition (3 cr.) P: N231 and C341 or equivalents or consent of instructor. Function of carbohydrates, protein and fat in human metabolism, energy balance, and review of current literature.
N531 Medical Nutrition Therapy (3 cr.) P: N231 and PHYS P215, or equivalents. Emphasis on the physiology, etiology, and dietary intervention in various diseased states. Includes in-depth analysis and reporting of a disease state and the role of diet and clinical research in its management.
N532 Advanced Human Nutrition II (3 cr.) P: N530. Emphasis is placed on vitamins, minerals, water, and phytochemicals.
N533 Medical Nutrition Therapy Application (2 cr.) P or concurrent: N531. Application of diet therapy principles. Includes food preparation, designing special diets, and evaluating case studies. Effect of lifestyle and socioeconomic variables.
N536 Community Nutrition (3 cr.) Emphasizes eligibility criteria and services available through community programs and includes service-learning activities in the community. Students apply knowledge of diet and health surveys and principles of community assessment and education to the development and implementation of a local nutrition intervention. (Fall)
N539 Special Problems: Nutrition and Food Science (3 cr.) P: Consent of department. Independent work on problems of special interest. Topic may vary.
N617 Seminar in Nutrition Science (1-3 cr.) Contemporary topics in the area of nutrition science are studied under the direction of faculty members with specialized areas of expertise. Specific topics vary; course may be repeated for credit.
N620 Nutrition in Sports (3 cr.) P: N231 and PHYS P215, or equivalents. The role of nutrition in athletic performance, especially the effects of various nutrition practices during training, competition, and recovery. Current concepts and controversies.
N640 Research in Nutrition Science (1-5 cr.) P: Graduate GPA of at least 3.0. Research projects are conducted under the direction of a member of the graduate teaching faculty. Enrollment is limited to advanced graduate students, and project proposals must be approved in advance. May be repeated with permission.
N641 Readings in Nutrition Science (1-5 cr.) P: Graduate GPA of at least 3.0. Planned readings in specialized areas of professional interest are conducted under the direction of a member of the graduate teaching faculty. Enrollment is limited to advanced graduate students, and reading proposals must be approved in advance. May be repeated with permission.
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Athletics
Professional Program
A270 Preceptorial in Athletic Training (1 cr.)1 Introductory course for students admitted in the athletic training major. Clinical hours and education are emphasized.
A281 Recognition and Evaluation of Athletic Injuries (3 cr.)1 P: H160, P280. Educates the student athletic trainer in principles and procedures of soft tissue evaluation of all major anatomic sites. Includes skill development in special tests for assessing musculoskeletal trauma.
A282 Strapping and Bandaging Techniques in Athletic Training (2 cr.)1 Advanced course in the recognition of injuries and their need for support and bandaging. Lecture and demonstration of emergency procedures as well as general strapping and bandaging.
A283 Soft Tissue Evaluation (2 cr.)1 Advanced course in soft tissue evaluation of athletic injuries. Lecture, demonstration, and practice in palpation and other evaluative techniques are utilized.
A361 Coaching of Football (2 cr.) Fundamentals of offensive and defensive line and backfield play; technique of forward passing; outstanding rules; offensive plays; most frequently used defenses.
A362 Coaching of Basketball (2 cr.) Fundamentals of basket shooting, passing, ball handling, and footwork; patterns against man-to-man defense, zone defense, and zone pressure defense—full court and half court. Strategy of playing regular season and tournament play. Psychology of coaching.
A363 Coaching of Baseball (2 cr.) Fundamentals of pitching, catching, batting, base running, infield and outfield play; offensive and defensive strategy; organization and management.
A364 Coaching of Track and Field (2 cr.) Fundamental procedures in conditioning and training for cross country, track, and field. Gives basic understanding of each event's coaching strategy and coaching psychology. Home meet organization and management.
A366 Coaching of Gymnastics (2 cr.) Practical and theoretical experiences in gymnastics: students participate in performance of skills in the gym and in class discussion sessions dealing with conducting of meets, organizing workouts, ordering equipment, officiating, history and development of gymnastics, governing bodies, and psychology of coaching.
A367 Coaching of Swimming and Diving (2 cr.) P: WSI Certificate or consent of instructor. Theory and methods of coaching swimming and diving, covering technical, administrative, and organizational aspects of the process. Emphasis on fundamentals, conditioning, and coaching psychology.
A368 Coaching of Tennis (2 cr.) Theory and methods of coaching tennis, covering technical, administrative, and organizational aspects of the process. Emphasis on fundamentals, tactics, conditioning, and conduct of practice sessions.
A369 Coaching of Golf (2 cr.) Theory and methods of coaching golf, covering technical, administrative, and organizational aspects of the process. Emphasis on skill analysis, error identification and correction, special golf shots, and strategies for playing the course.
A370 Coaching of Soccer (2 cr.) Theory and methods of coaching soccer, covering technical, administrative, and organizational aspects of the process. Emphasis on execution of advanced skills and team offense and defense patterns, conditioning the player, and organizing practice sessions.
A371 Coaching of Volleyball (2 cr.) Theory and methods of coaching volleyball, covering technical, administrative, and organizational aspects of the process. Emphasis on execution of advanced skills and team offense and defense patterns, conditioning the player, and organizing practice sessions.
A381-A382 Laboratory Practice in Athletic Training I-II (2-2 cr.)1 Laboratory hours are assigned so that students have an opportunity to practice athletic training skills during all sports seasons. Direct supervision and guidance provided by the athletic team physician and the athletic training staff.
A383 Principles and Techniques of Therapeutic Modalities (3 cr.)1 Physics and physiological principles behind the use of therapeutic modalities selected to treat the injured physically active person. The class includes lecture, demonstration, and laboratory experience in the application of therapeutic modalities.
A384 Principles and Techniques of Therapeutic Exercise (3 cr.)1 Principles in the use of therapeutic exercise techniques to treat the injured physically active person, to facilitate enhanced recovery and safe return to activity. Lecture, demonstration and laboratory experience in the principles of therapeutic exercise.
A386 Emergency Management of Athletic Injury/Illness (3 cr.)1 An advanced program dealing with the acute phase of injury and illness. Included will be field evaluation of medical emergencies, such as cessation of breathing or circulation, shock, concussion, spinal injury to the athlete. Identification of injury and illness and treatment to be employed in the sports medicine setting.
A481 Practicum in Athletic Training (2 cr.)1 Variety of experiences provided through assignments to university varsity sports, high school and middle school sports. Students will be under the experienced guidance and control of medical and athletic training supervisors.
A483 Principles of Sports Officiating (1 cr.) Topics include such sports as football, baseball, basketball, volleyball, and gymnastics. Ethics of sport officiating; mastery, interpretation, and application of sports rules. Laboratory and classroom experiences. Course may be repeated.
A484 Interscholastic Athletic Programs (2 cr.) An overview of the operation of athletic programs in the schools for men and women. Administrative structure on national and state levels. Policies and procedures as they pertain to budget, facilities, eligibility, contest regulations, safety, and current trends.
A490 Organization and Administration of Athletic Training (2 cr.)1 Aligns and defines the importance of the administration role in athletic training. Lectures and reports cover bookkeeping, budget management, athletic medical records, drug testing, and legal aspects of sports medicine.
A491 Senior Seminar in Athletic Training (1 cr.)1 Designed to assimilate all previous experience of the student athletic trainers as well as prepare them for the National Athletic Trainers' Association Certification Exam. Practical job-related skills with which the athletic trainer will be confronted will be addressed in this class.
A581 Principles and Practices in Athletic Training (3 cr.) Organization, administration, and functions of athletic training programs. Laboratory experiences related to various techniques in conditioning and bandaging.
A582 Problems in Athletic Training (3 cr.) Study of the various problems confronting an athletic trainer. These experiences are developed through lectures, demonstrations, and discussions with authorities (including physicians and lawyers) in the areas of concern.
A584 Administration of Athletic Training (3 cr.) Provides classroom and practical experience in developing pre-athletic physical examinations; athletic training responsibilities as viewed by the administrator of athletic programs; certification examination requirements; and cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
A585 Rehabilitation and Conditioning of Athletes (3 cr.) Introduction to the scientific background necessary for understanding, planning, and conducting conditioning and rehabilitation programs for athletes; procedures, methods, and factors for developing such programs.
A586 Athletic Training Principles for Therapeutic Modalities (3 cr.) Physical and chemical properties of hydro- and electrotherapy with an emphasis on the physiological and anatomical principles, techniques, and legal aspects of application.
A587 Athletic Training Principles for the Lower Extremity (3 cr.) Evaluation and advanced management of injuries to the lower extremity including, but not limited to, the foot, ankle, knee, hip, and sacroiliac joints. Assessment of gait, orthotic construction, and surgical procedures needed to correct severe injuries. Relevant orthopedic controversies concerning injury management.
A603 Practicum in Athletic Training (cr. arr.) P: Graduate GPA of at least 3.0; athletic training emphasis. Practical field experience under supervision; seminar sessions. Only S/F grades given.
D200 Dance in Elementary Education (1 cr.) Helps prospective teachers present a well-rounded program of rhythmic activities on the elementary level, including the use of dance movement as an expressive medium for children.
D201 Modern Dance Workshop I-II-III-IV (1 cr. each semester) P: Permission of instructor. A wide variety of movement experiences in technique, movement analysis, movement correctives, and social dance forms. This course may be repeated.
D211 Advanced Modern Dance Technique I (2 cr.) P: E355 or permission of instructor. Designed to allow the student to develop a higher level of technical proficiency, with an emphasis on the application and analysis of various movement principles as they relate to dance and performance.
D212 Advanced Modern Dance Technique II (2 cr.) P: D211 or permission of instructor. An extension of principles examined in D211 with an emphasis on style and performance, through the use of longer and more complex movement sequences.
D221 Dance Composition I (2 cr.) P: HPER E255 or E355. Tools for discovering movement will be developed through problem-solving assignments appropriate for dance composition.
D311 Theory and Practice of Dance Technique (3 cr.) Development of individual's dance technique through basic understanding of various theories and principles existing within the modern dance form.
D331 Dance and the Allied Arts I (3 cr.) Historical development of dance and the related arts, primitive through medieval.
D332 Dance and the Allied Arts II (3 cr.) Historical development of dance and related art forms, renaissance through contemporary.
D421 Choreographic Performance Project (2 cr.) Under faculty guidance, each student is responsible for initiating and developing a completed work for concert performance.
P140 Foundations of Physical Education (3 cr.) Introduction to kinesiology as a discipline and physical education as a subdiscipline for students interested in teaching physical education. Historical and philosophical perspectives on the teaching of physical education as a profession. Must be taken concurrently with P141.
P141 Fundamentals of Human Movement (2 cr.) Introduction to identification, analysis, and evaluation of fundamental motor patterns, progressions in skill development, and skills for effective teaching. Analysis, evaluation, and development of personal movement and sport skills. Must be taken concurrently with P140.
P200 Microcomputer Applications in Physical Education (3 cr.) A hands-on introduction to use of microcomputers as problem-solving tools in physical education. Application programs in word processing, spreadsheets, data management, and graphics applied to specific problems in physical education, athletics, and sports.
P203 Teaching Practicum in Physical Education (1 cr.) P: P140, P141. Supervised early experience in teaching physical education skills. Includes assisting in activity classes. Only S/F grades given. May be repeated.
P205 Structural Kinesiology (3 cr.) Overview of basic human body structures and functions appropriate for beginning students in physical education. Fundamental concepts concerning the interaction of biological and mechanical aspects of the musculoskeletal and neuromuscular structures. Emphasis on practical application to study and teaching of skilled human movement.
P211 Introduction to Sport Management (3 cr.) An examination of the broad spectrum of career opportunities available in the sport management profession. Special emphasis on career planning, sport management terminology, and an overview of specific skills and courses required for professional preparation in sport management.
P212 Introduction to Exercise Science (3 cr.) An introduction to the science of exercise and human movement. Special topics in exercise physiology, sport biomechanics, sports medicine, and motor integration.
P214 Basic Methods of Teaching Physical Education (3 cr.) P: P140, P141, and admission to PETE program. Introduction to teaching methods in physical education including writing goals, objectives, and lesson plans; peer teaching; self-evaluation of teaching; teaching and learning styles; skill analysis; and assessment. Includes observation and teaching experiences.
P216 Current Concepts in Physical Fitness (3 cr.) Introduction to physical fitness and the role of exercise in health and wellness. Understanding the concepts, principles, and guidelines for fitness exercise and related activities. Use of physical fitness assessment data to plan and carry out a personal fitness program.
P217 Methods of Group Exercise Instruction (3 cr.) P: Non-HPER major: participation in group exercise for two years and consent of instructor. HPER major: P216. Teaching and evaluating of a variety of group exercise sessions, including water exercise, slide, bench exercise, circuit training, and use of resistant equipment. Participation and practical application of knowledge.
P218 Methods of Personal Fitness Instruction (3 cr.) P: P216. A hands-on course providing knowledge and practical experience for instructing safe and effective exercise programming for apparently healthy individuals. In addition, the culmination of this course prepares and provides the student the opportunity to sit for the American Council on Exercise (ACE) Personal Training National Certification exam.
P220 Foundations of Racquet Sports (2 cr.) Instruction in fundamental skills of badminton and tennis, including scoring, rules, terminology, strategies, and etiquette. Instruction in teaching progressions, class organization, analysis of performance, and error correction techniques. Analysis of skills fundamental to all racquet sports (racquetball, squash, tennis, paddleball, badminton); emphasis on lead-up games.
P222 Teaching of Developmental Gymnastics (2 cr.) Teaching of gymnastics, with a focus on elementary, middle school, and junior high school children, using developmentally appropriate gymnastic activities. Instruction and analysis of skills and skill progressions in unit planing, error analysis, and correction.
P223 Teaching Stunts, Tumbling and Apparatus (2 cr.) Instruction and analysis of skills in stunts, tumbling and gymnastics, apparatus, and nontraditional elementary basic skills. Both performance and teaching techniques are stressed.
P224 Teaching of Dance Activities (2 cr.) Methods and materials of folk, square, social, and modern dance. Terminology, fundamental skills, selection, and presentation of dances. Emphasis on planning dance units and teaching of dances. Fundamentals of locomotor and nonlocomotor skills as well as experiences in creative movement activities. Instruction in rhythmic movement progressions and development of materials for unit plans.
P280 Principles of Athletic Training and Emergency Care (2 cr.)2 An introduction to the principles of injury prevention. Lecture and demonstration of emergency measures to treat, for example, fractures, sprains, dislocations, and spinal injuries. Skill training in bandaging, strapping, splinting techniques.
P290 Movement Experiences for Preschool and Elementary School Children (2 cr.) Covers potential outcomes of preschool and elementary school motor development programs, how to implement such programs, and appropriate movement experiences for young children. Allows observation and teaching of young children in a structured gymnasium setting.
P313 Tools of Learning (1 cr.) P: P214. Methods and materials of cooperative, low-level, and lead-up games and activities and recreational, leisure, and adventure/challenge activities. Emphasis on use of such activities in developing and teaching units for all age groups.
P316 Theories of Advanced Conditioning (2 cr.) P: P216. Practical application of conditioning and physical training theory to teaching and coaching of sport and fitness activities using track and field as a model. Physiological aspects of physical training; biomechanical analysis of skills, skill progressions, and teaching techniques. Discusses interval, circuit, plyometric, and Fartlek training.
P317 Strength Training (2 cr.) Teaching and training methods, analysis of correct training techniques and error detection, and the physical adaptations related to strength and power training. Discusses how to design a comprehensive long-term training program based on the scientific foundations.
P318 Management of the Sport Enterprise (3 cr.)3 An introduction to management theory as it relates to sport delivery systems. Includes the study of organizational structure, leadership, motivation, ethics, and decision making. Application of theoretical material to managerial function of sport delivery organizations.
P320 Foundations of Team Activities I (2 cr.) Development of physical skills and teaching techniques of soccer and volleyball. Analysis of skills, progressions, drills, and unit planning skills.
P323 Teaching Individual and Dual Activities (2 cr.) P: P214. Teaching of a variety of individual and dual sports, games, and activities for K-12. Analysis of skills, progressions, error analysis and correction, teaching techniques, unit planning, skill assessment, and evaluation and teaching experiences.
P324 Recreational Sports Programming (3 cr.) Overview of the programmatic elements and techniques that currently exist in recreational sports, including informal, intramural, club, and extramural programming; value and benefits of recreational sports; programming techniques; publicity and promotion; facility utilization; equipment concerns; safety; liability; and program observation.
P325 Teaching of Team Sports (2 cr.) P: P214. Teaching of a variety of team sports, games, and activities for K-12. Analysis of skills, progressions, error analysis and correction, teaching techniques, unit planning, skill assessment, and evaluation and teaching experiences.
P326 Lifeguard Training and Water Safety Instructor (3 cr.) P: Advanced swimming proficiency and 17 years of age. Instruction and analysis of swimming and life saving skills. Teaching methods and organizational techniques for all levels of swimming. Qualifying students receive the A.R.C. WSI Certification.
P327 Administration, Maintenance, and Construction of Aquatic Facilities (3 cr.) Information in pool management, maintenance, and construction, with emphasis on the newest design information and construction techniques.
P333 Sport in America: Historical Perspectives (3 cr.) Study of the evolution of sport in the United States within the larger context of historical developments in society; women's sport experiences in relation to the development of sport; examination of sport as a reflection of American culture from the founding of the colonies to the present.
P334 Cultural Diversity in American Sport (3 cr.) Examination of the historical and contemporary experiences and accomplishments of black athletes. Investigation of the impact of sociological variables on their social and athletic participation.
P340 Foundations of Team Activities II (2 cr.) Development of physical skills and teaching techniques of basketball and softball. Analysis of skills, progressions, and unit plans.
P391 Biomechanics (3 cr.) An introduction to the mechanics of human motion. Includes linear and angular kinematics and kinetics in the context of human motion; mechanics of fluids; mechanics of muscles; analysis of selected sports activities.
P392 Sport in American Society (3 cr.) An introduction to sport sociology, in which students critically examine American sport from a social context and analyze the interrelationship between sport and American culture. Lectures, discussions, videos, guest speakers, and investigative analyses.
P395 Practicum in Preschool and Elementary School Physical Education (2 cr.) Supervised teaching experiences in physical education with preschool and elementary school children. Course may be repeated.
P398 Adapted Physical Education I (3 cr.) Study of conditions that require physical education programs to be adapted to the special needs of individuals. Principles and practices in the application of exercise and activities for persons with specific disabling conditions.
P399 Practicum in Adapted Physical Education (1-2 cr.) P: P398. A practical learning experience in adapted physical education with disabled children. Course may be repeated.
P405 Introduction to Sport Psychology (3 cr.) An overview of the field, including psychological aspects of sport performance, coaching, and the relationship of exercise with mental health. Various theoretical orientations will be addressed with an emphasis on empirical research.
P409 Basic Physiology of Exercise (3 cr.) P: ANAT A215 or HPER P205 and PHSL P215 or equivalent. A survey of human physiology parameters as related to physical exercise and work and the development of physiological fitness factors. Physiological foundations will be considered. Not available for graduate credit.
P411 Legal Issues in Sport Settings (3 cr.)3 P: BUS L201. An introduction to legal principles involved in sport. Tort liability including intentional tort, negligence, and product liability. Covers constitutional law issues, particularly as they relate to athletic eligibility, athletes' rights, sex discrimination and drug testing. Discussion of sport contracts.
P414 Professional Seminar in Physical Education (2 cr.) P: EDUC M314. C: M456. Seminar for senior students in PETE. History and philosophy of physical education as it affects curriculum, grading, professional development, public relations, and other critical issues in teaching of physical education. Portfolio completion and exit interview.
P415 Sport Promotions and Public Relations (3 cr.)3 An introduction to the theories and techniques of sport promotions, public relations, and fundraising.
P416 Corporate Fitness (3 cr.) An overview of corporate, commercial, community, and clinical health and fitness programs, including types of programs, scope and philosophies of programs, and program offerings. An introduction to health/fitness evaluation, exercise prescription, and exercise leadership.
P418 Sport Marketing (3 cr.)3 P: P211 and BUS M300 or M301. Examination of the elements of the marketing mix as they pertain to the sport enterprise. Also includes the coverage of decision making and planning from the sport manager's perspective and the impact of corporate sponsorship on the delivery of sport.
P419 Fitness Testing and Interpretation (3 cr.) P: P409. Provides a knowledge base and practical experiences in fitness testing, assessment, and exercise programming.
P420 Exercise Leadership and Program Design for Apparently Healthy and Special Populations (3 cr.) P: P409. The advanced theory and professional practice of exercise leadership, design of group and individual exercise sessions, supervision of participants, and modification of exercise prescriptions. Includes techniques of exercise adherence and practicum experience with cardiovascular and resistance programs.
P423 Financial Principles in Sport (3 cr.)3 An introduction to the basic financial and managerial accounting concepts necessary to be financially literate in the sport business industry. Examination of the various means for financing sport organizations.
P425 Sport Governance in the Global Community (3 cr.)3 An introduction to the organization and governance of sport services and businesses. Examination of sport delivery systems in the United States including Olympic sport, sport through education systems, professional sport leagues, sport clubs, sport development, the coordination of sport in the U.S. The class then examines U.S. sport in its international context.
P428 Strategic Management in the Sport Industry (3 cr.)3 Study of the sport industry with an emphasis on developing an understanding of how firms with the sport industry develop and apply competitive strategies.
P438 Internship in Sport Communication (3 cr.) A field learning experience for senior sport communication majors. Only S/F grades given.
P439 Practicum in Sport Studies (1-3 cr.)3 Practical job-related learning experience in sport management or marketing under supervision of professional in area. Prior approval required. Only S/F grades given.
P444 Issues in Physical Education and Sport (3 cr.) A senior seminar. Major arguments pro and con on a number of controversial ideas in physical education and sport.
P445 Special Problems in Kinesiology (1-3 cr.) Workshops, institutes, clinics, or seminars in kinesiology. Credit will depend on the nature of the project undertaken and the length of time involved. Course may be repeated.
P448 Internship in Exercise Science (1-3 cr.) A field learning experience for exercise science majors. Only S/F grades given.
P449 Internship in Sport Marketing and Management (2-6 cr.)3 A field learning experience for sport management majors. Only S/F grades given.
P450 Organizational and Psychological Foundations of Coaching (3 cr.) Psychological and organizational concepts, theories, and principles applicable to sport and athletic coaching. Helps the potential coach develop conceptual skills, managerial or administrative skills, and interpersonal or human skills. Class lectures are supplemented by analyses of coaching situations through observation and case studies.
P452 Motor Learning (3 cr.) P: P205 or ANAT A215, PHSL P215, or consent of instructor. Open to juniors and seniors only. An examination of factors that affect the acquisition and performance of motor skills. Topics include perception, psychomotor learning, practice methods, and theories of neuromuscular integration.
P488 Athletic Training Assessment of and Adaptation for Individuals with Physical Disabilities (3 cr.) Identification, analysis, and evaluation of physically disabling conditions; rehabilitation procedures, including muscle testing, therapeutic exercise, and exercise prescription.
P490 Motor Development and Learning (3 cr.) Motor learning and development principles throughout the life span. Emphasis on observing and analyzing characteristic movement behavior, motor learning, and motor performance, with application to developmentally appropriate movement experiences.
P491 Research in Kinesiology (1-3 cr.) Open to junior or senior majors or minors in Kinesiology. Permission of chairperson of department is required.
P492 Laboratory Assisting or Field Experience in Sports Science (1-3 cr.) Student will assist in either an ongoing or a new research project, or obtain some other field experience, under the guidance of a faculty sponsor. Only S/F grades given.
P494 Tools of Learning for Elementary School Children (3 cr.) Creative and playground equipment appropriate for teaching elementary school children. Techniques for integrating cognitive, affective, and psychomotor behavior through the use of this equipment.
P495 Laboratory Teaching in the Physical Education Program (1 cr.) Pre-practice teaching experience. Students assist and help teach activities in the Physical Education Program. Students must have had a course in the teaching of that activity before they are allowed to assist. Course may be repeated.
P498 Practicum in Physical Education and Athletics (1-3 cr.) A practical learning experience in teaching and/or coaching under guidance of faculty and supervisor. Only S/F grades given.
K500 Special Topics in Physical Education (1-3 cr.) Selected topics in physical education.
K502 Youth Fitness and Sport (3 cr.) Open to seniors with consent of instructor. Overview of competitive sport activities for youth. Scientific approach to coaching youth, developmental considerations, coach as leader, competitive environment, and maximizing positive contributions of sport and competition.
K503 Workshops in Kinesiology (1-3 cr.) Designed to cover a variety of topics in the area of kinesiology.
K506 Computer Applications in Physical Education (3 cr.) Hands-on applications in the use of microcomputers as problem-solving tools in physical education. Programming applications and problems in physical education, sport sciences, administration, athletics, and research.
K510 Administrative Theory of Competitive Sports Programs (3 cr.) Organization of high school athletics with reference to national, state, and local control. Staff, program, budget, health and safety, facilities, and other phases of administration.
K511 Legal Issues in the Sport Environment (3 cr.) An introduction to legal principles involved in amateur sport. Constitutional law issues such as athletic eligibility, NCAA due process, gender discrimination, and drug testing. In-depth explanation of tort liability. Contracts in amateur sport settings.
K512 Issues in Professional Sport (3 cr.) An introduction to the business and legal issues confronting the professional sport industry today. Major topics include league organization and governance, collective bargaining, antitrust law, the influence of the media, and social issues pertinent to professional sport. Focuses primarily on the NFL, MLB, and NBA.
K513 Sport and Higher Education (3 cr.) Examination of contemporary issues in college sport in America, the historical foundation of college sports, and the role of sport in higher education. Discussion of possible reforms in collegiate athletics.
K514 Sport Marketing and Sponsorship (3 cr.) Examination of strategic market planning and its impact on sport marketing. Covers elements of the marketing mix, licensing and merchandising, event marketing, and sponsorship.
K515 Financial Analysis in Sport (3 cr.) P: T594 or equivalent. Exploration of current financial status in the main segment of the sport industry. Emphases placed on professional and collegiate sport. Topics include fee structures, financial ratios, financial impact analysis, attendance and price setting strategies, financial forecasting, relationships between financial analysis and strategic planning.
K516 The Sport Industry (3 cr.) A study of the sport industry with an emphasis on developing an understanding of how firms within the sport industry create a competitive advantage.
K521 History of Sport in the United States (3 cr.) Study of the historical development of sport as an institution in American society: the rise of organized sport, factors affecting sporting developments, sport as an influence in society, sport in education.
K522 The Role of Sports in Society (3 cr.) Significance of sports in society; examination of relationships between sports and other elements of the culture; how sports contribute to human welfare in an advanced technological society.
K523 Women in Sport: Historical Perspectives (3 cr.) Study of the historical development of sports, changing roles and opportunities for women in sport, contemporary issues and trends.
K524 Exercise Science as Applied to Adapted Activity (3 cr.) Addresses the contribution exercise science makes to the understanding and application of adapted activity for persons with various diseases, disorders, and conditions. An overview of certain cardiovascular, pulmonary, metabolic, immunological, orthopedic, neuromuscular, cognitive, developmental, and emotional disorders or conditions is presented with the benefits physical activity may provide for these conditions.
K525 Psychological Foundations of Exercise and Sport (3 cr.) Addresses theoretical and empirical aspects of topics, including exercise and mental health, anxiety and sport performance, "personology" and sport, overtraining, exercise adherence, and perceived exertion.
K527 Adherence to Physical Activity (3 cr.) An overview of empirical research and theoretical perspectives on adherence to various forms of physical activity. Research on special populations will be emphasized.
K530 Mechanical Analysis of Human Performance (3 cr.) P: ANAT A215 or equivalent; PHYS P201 recommended. Newtonian mechanics applied to human movement. Analysis of sports techniques.
K531 Measurement and Analysis of Physiological Signals—EMG (3 cr.) Quantitative analysis of analog data acquisition in the exercise science research environment. Theoretical background and techniques will be covered with major focus on their role as practical applications. Emphasis will be given to the EMG signal acquisition analysis and interpretation. Lectures plus laboratory work on selected topics will be included.
K533 Advanced Theories of High-Level Performance (3 cr.) An integrative analysis of the physiological, psychological, and biomechanical principles, mechanisms, and phenomena underlying the acquisition of the capacities and abilities required for high-level physical performance.
K535 Physiological Basis of Human Performance (3 cr.) P: PHYS P215 or equivalent. A study of physiological changes that occur with exercise. Emphasis on the cardiorespiratory, muscular, and biochemical adaptations to training, and how these affect human performance. Physiological principles are applied to athletic training, adult fitness, weight regulation, and physical therapy.
K536 Obesity/Body Composition (3 cr.) P: PHYS P215 or equivalent. Study of a variety of contemporary issues related to obesity. Topics may include obesity and health risks, factors promoting fat deposition and metabolism, traditional versus nontraditional weight-loss programs, and adherence to weight-loss programs. Recommendations are presented for developing a comprehensive weight management program.
K537 Advanced Physiology of Exercise (3 cr.) P: PHSL P575. Advanced lecture/laboratory course on the regulation and integration of metabolic, cardiovascular, respiratory, endocrinological, and biochemical functions of the human body in response to exercise of all types, and the influences of the functions of the various organ systems of the body.
K541 Nature and Basis of Motor Skill (3 cr.) An overview of neural mechanisms underlying motor control. Application of neurophysiological principles to human motor performance.
K542 Neuromuscular Control of Movement (3 cr.) An overview of neural mechanisms underlying motor control. Includes applications of neurophysiological principles to human motor performance.
K545 Childhood Motor Development (3 cr.) Study of the developmental aspects of human performance, including the processes of growth and motor development from conception to adolescence. Emphasizes research on cognitive, affective, and psychomotor development and their impact on the motor behavior of children.
K546 Adolescent Motor Development (3 cr.) Study of the developmental aspects of human performance, including the processes of growth and motor development throughout adolescence. Emphasizes research on cognitive, affective, and psychomotor development and their impact on the motor behavior of the adolescent.
K547 Developmental Movement for Children (3 cr.) A developmental approach to the physical education of children, covering the impact of developmental movement experiences, curriculum development, teacher behavior, class management, play environments, and a variety of developmentally appropriate movement activities. Students participate in classroom instruction, group projects, and a variety of contemporary game, rhythm, and self-testing activities.
K550 Motor Assessment of the Exceptional Child (3 cr.) Neurologic bases and factor structures of motor ability in normal and exceptional populations; movement problems associated with specific syndromes; assessment of motor development with structured and unstructured tests and checklists.
K551 Movement Performance of the Exceptional Child (3 cr.) Study of the factors that contribute to the motor behavior characteristics of children with developmental disabilities. The emphasis will be placed on developmental and empirical literature to derive instructional models for this population. Application of the knowledge to planning, assessing, prescribing, implementing, and evaluating motor skill development programs will be made. Instructional strategies will be presented for educating young children with developmental disabilities.
K552 Problems in Adapted Physical Education (3 cr.) A study of problems as they relate to philosophy, procedures, and practices in adapted physical education.
K555 Organization of Physical Therapy (3 cr.) Special fields of physical rehabilitation; use of exercise, massage, heat, water, electricity, and various forms of radiation in public schools; some demonstrations.
K560 Exercise in Corporate Fitness and Wellness (3 cr.) An overview of preventive and rehabilitative exercise programs, including types, scope, philosophies, and offerings of programs. An introduction to health/fitness evaluation, exercise prescription, and exercise leadership.
K561 Health/Fitness Assessment Laboratory (3 cr.) Application of scientific principles and practices in health and fitness assessment with special emphasis on physiological mechanisms and interpretation.
K562 Exercise in Health and Disease (3 cr.) The role of physical activity in the prevention and rehabilitation of atherosclerosis, chronic obstructive lung disease, diabetes, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, obesity, osteoporosis, end stage renal disease, and others. Health states such as aging and pregnancy will also be discussed.
K563 Cardiac Assessment in Exercise Testing (3 cr.) Physiology, assessment techniques, and interpretation of electrocardiography, echocardiography, nuclear cardiology, and cardiac catheterization at rest and during exercise.
K564 Exercise Prescription (3 cr.) Interpretation of health/fitness assessment for exercise prescription and the modification of the basic exercise prescription for aging populations, pregnancy, coronary heart disease, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, obesity, diabetes, chronic obstructive lung disease, end stage renal disease, and others.
K565 Exercise Leadership (3 cr.) Laboratory application of the techniques of leading groups and individuals in preventive and rehabilitative exercise programs. Incorporation of goal setting, problem solving, social support, and other methods of client/patient motivation. Modification of prescriptions for acute disease states, environment, and injury.
K566 Preventive/Rehabilitative Exercise Program Administration (3 cr.) An overview of program structure, management, marketing, budget, and finance for corporate fitness, preventive medicine, sports medicine, and hospital-based rehabilitation.
K567 Exercise Specialist Practicum (1-3 cr.) The practice of exercise testing, exercise prescription, exercise leadership, program administration, and research design in the Indiana University Adult Fitness Program and/or the National Institute for Fitness and Sport. Only S/F grades given.
K570 Recreational Sports Administration (3 cr.) The study of recreational sports (informal/intramural/extramural/club sports) relevant to historical developments, philosophical foundations, programming implications, administrative consideration, and creative activity.
K571 Administration of Physical Education (3 cr.) Prepares individuals to assume administrative roles in physical education. Concepts and practices related to the administration of physical education. Procedures for developing and evaluating learning experiences. Aspects of administration pertaining to programming, personnel, facilities, equipment, supplies, safety, and in-service programs.
K572 The Physical Education Curriculum (3 cr.) Influences on curricula. Designs for developing, revising, and evaluating physical education curricula. Alternative modes of curriculum organization. The interdependence of general education, specialized education, exploratory education, and enrichment education. The roles of teachers and administrators in the production of curricula. Suggested formats.
K573 Supervision in Physical Education (3 cr.) Principles of, problems in, and procedures for administering a city physical education program from the viewpoint of a city director or school administrator.
K574 Facilities for Physical Education, Recreation, Health, and Safety (3 cr.) Principles, terminology, and standards for planning, construction, use, and maintenance of facilities for indicated programs; standard authoritative references are studied and critically evaluated.
K575 Problems and Issues in Higher Education in Physical Education (3 cr.) Historical review; purposes of higher education at several levels and review of curriculum emphases at each level; problems of selection, guidance, placement, facilities; retention of personnel; methods and policies in higher education; pertinent issues and trends.
K576 Measurement and Evaluation in Physical Education (3 cr.) Theory of measurement in physical education, selection and administration of appropriate tests, interpretation of results by statistical procedures. Project required to apply theory taught.
K600 Master's Thesis (1-5 cr.)
K601 Readings in Kinesiology (cr. arr.) P: Graduate GPA of at least 3.0. Guided readings for broadening information about and understanding of the profession.
K602 Independent Study and Research (cr. arr.) P: Graduate GPA of at least 3.0. Independent research conducted under the guidance of a graduate faculty member.
K603 Practicum in Physical Education (cr. arr.) P: Graduate GPA of at least 3.0. Practical field experience under supervision; seminar discussions.
K604 Internship in Kinesiology (2-8 cr.) P: Graduate GPA of at least 3.0. Off-campus professional field experience in school or agency situation under qualified supervision. Offered only after completion of course work for master's degree. Only S/F grades given.
K605 Internship in Sport Management (2-5 cr.) P: Graduate GPA of at least 3.0. Off-campus professional field experience in agency situation under qualified supervision. Offered only after completion of course work for master's degree. Only S/F grades given.
K606 Internship in Athletics (2-8 cr.) P: Graduate GPA of at least 3.0. Off-campus professional field experience in a school or agency situation under qualified supervision. Offered only after completion of course work for master's degree. Only S/F grades given.
K625 Physical Activity and Mental Health (3 cr.) A general survey of the literature. Information on both clinical and healthy populations will be presented, as will detrimental psychological outcomes.
K630 Biomechanics of Human Performance (3 cr.) P: P530 and PHYS P201 or equivalent. Study of the mechanical principles of human motion through detailed analysis and specific movements; general applicability of the principles. Forces, moments, stability, and linear and angular momentum.
K631 Quantitative Mechanical Analysis of Human Motion (3 cr.) Newtonian study of linear and angular kinematics and kinetics of the human body. Quantitative study of sequential link chains. Computation of joint forces and torques and of muscular forces.
K633 Study of Factors Affecting Human Performance (3 cr.) Study of human movement based on scientific foundations of human performance, including advanced kinesiological theories and neuromuscular integration.
K635 Cardiovascular and Respiratory Physiology of Exercise (3 cr.) A systems approach to the cardiopulmonary responses to acute and chronic exercise. Emphasis on the myocardial, circulatory, ventilatory, and respiratory adaptations associated with physical training, the unique characteristics of elite athletes, and the impact of the environment on pertinent parameters.
K636 Biochemical Adaptions to Exercise (3 cr.) A study of the biochemical adaptions that occur during acute exercise or as a result of prolonged exercise training, with emphasis on the biochemical regulators of intermediary metabolism. Laboratory techniques include bio-assay of blood-borne metabolites, muscle enzyme activity, and energy substrate storage/utilization.
K637 Intermediary Metabolism (3 cr.) An integrative analysis of the biochemical regulators of intermediary metabolism, with emphasis on the enzymatic, hormonal, and metabolic control of energy production in skeletal muscle. Biochemical principles are applied to human exercise performance.
K641 Topics in Motor Integration (3 cr.) P: K541. A discussion of current research concerns in motor integration.
K650 Rehabilitation of Persons with Physical Disabilities (3 cr.) Identification, analysis, and evaluation of physically disabling conditions; rehabilitation procedures, including muscle testing, therapeutic exercise, and exercise prescription.
K660 Exercise Specialist Internship (2-5 cr.) The supervised application of exercise testing, exercise prescription, exercise leadership, and program administration at selected corporate fitness, preventive medicine, or hospital-based rehabilitation internship sites.
K690 Seminar in Human Performance (1-3 cr.) Topics vary.
K691 Seminar in Physical Education (1-3 cr.) Problems in physical education.
K701 Readings in Human Performance (2-5 cr.) P: Graduate GPA of at least 3.0. Advanced readings from domestic and foreign publications in one or more areas, including biomechanics, physiology of exercise, and sports psychology (including motor learning and control).
K702 Research in Human Performance (cr. arr.) P: Graduate GPA of at least 3.0.
K705 Experimental Laboratory Techniques (2-5 cr.) Experimental investigation of problems in the area of human performance, including laboratory design and advanced research techniques.
K790 P.E.D. Dissertation (cr. arr.)
K799 Ph.D. Dissertation (cr. arr.)
Physical Activity Instruction Program
E100 Experiences in Physical Education (1-2 cr.) Instruction in a specified physical education activity that is not regularly offered by the Department of Kinesiology. Emphasis on development of skill and knowledge pertinent to the activity.
E102 Group Exercise (1 cr.) A total fitness class that emphasizes cardiorespiratory conditioning, flexibility, muscular endurance, and coordination through rhythmical body movement. Only S/F grades given.
E103 Archery (1 cr.) Instruction in archery skills, including care and construction of tackle. Instruction follows guidelines of the Outdoor Education Project of AAHPERD. Emphasis on fundamental skills and shooting form.
E105 Badminton (1 cr.) Beginning instruction in basic skills and techniques of badminton for singles, doubles, and mixed doubles play. Emphasis on basic skill development, rules, and strategy.
E106 Bass Fishing Techniques (1 cr.) Basic and innovative techniques for catching large mouth bass. This course is an overview of techniques involved in catching bass, conservation of the species, and long range goals for its maintenance. Lecture only.
E109 Ballroom and Social Dance (1 cr.) Students will learn steps and patterns in the following six dances: waltz, tango, foxtrot, cha-cha, rumba, and swing/jive. S/F grades given.
E111 Basketball (1 cr.) Instruction in fundamental skills of shooting, passing, ball handling, footwork, basic strategies of offensive and defensive play, and interpretation of rules.
E112 Bicycling (1 cr.) Beginning instruction in the principles of fitness through a cycling program. Fitness testing and cardiovascular training. Proper riding technique, safety, and other features of competitive and recreational cycling. Lecture only.
E113 Billiards (1 cr.) Instruction in basic skills, including bridge forming, stroke techniques, bank shots, and cue ball spin. Fee charged.
E117 Bowling (1 cr.) Beginning instruction in the fundamentals of approach, release, arm swing, methods of scoring, rules, and etiquette on the lanes. Explanation of lane construction, lane condition, and automatic machines. Fee charged.
E119 Personal Fitness (2 cr.) Instruction in basic principles of conditioning and fitness. Emphasis on muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility, and cardiorespiratory endurance. For students without prior knowledge of conditioning methods. Fee charged.
E120 Adult Fitness Lectures (1 cr.) This course will help you to 1) understand exercise programs, 2) understand weight loss programs, and 3) develop strategies to adhere to your exercise program.
E121 Conditioning and Weight Training (1 cr.) Instruction in basic principles of conditioning and weight training. Emphasis on muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility, and cardiorespiratory endurance. Only S/F grades given. For IU Police Cadets only.
E123 Diving (1 cr.) Instruction in fundamental dives, including approach, take-off, execution of the dive, and entry into the water. Emphasis on basic forward, backward, reverse, and twisting somersaults. For all levels regardless of past diving experience.
E127 Fencing (1 cr.) Instruction in guard position, footwork, basic defensive and offensive skills. Emphasis on fencing with "foil" and an overview of the sabre and epee. Fee charged.
E130 Army Physical Fitness (2 cr.) The path to total fitness requires a combination of physical conditioning, mental conditioning, and common-sense dietary considerations. Army Physical Fitness is for those willing to accept a disciplined regimen proven to lead to total fitness.
E131 Folk and Square Dance (1 cr.) Introduction to folk dance in the United States and other countries of the world. Instruction in fundamentals of movement, basic folk dance techniques, and square dance patterns in traditional and modern folk and square dances.
E133 Fitness and Jogging I (1 cr.) Beginning instruction in the basic principles of fitness as they apply to a jogging program. Emphasis on cardiorespiratory endurance and flexibility. Basic concepts underlying Dr. Kenneth Cooper's aerobic program. For students without prior experience in jogging programs, aerobics levels I through III. Only S/F grades given.
E135 Golf (1 cr.) Beginning instruction in techniques for putting, chipping, pitching, iron swing, and wood strokes. Rules and etiquette of golf. Students play on par 3 courses. Fee charged.
E137 Gymnastics (1 cr.) Beginning instruction in basic skills and incorporation of basic routines in tumbling and vaulting. Emphasis on events performed by both men and women. All events will be included.
E144 Chi Gong (1 cr.) Designed to give students an understanding and an appreciation of the function of chi gong. Qigong (another spelling of this ancient Chinese art) is an energy balancing and energy generation and restoration method of training consisting of visualizations and affirmations combined with a series of gentle movements which can be easily learned by anyone who wants to improve and sustain their health and wellness. Students are expected to learn a set of chi gong and other basic techniques of tension release and energy restoration. Grading will be based on attendance.
E145 Introduction to the Martial Arts (2 cr.) Introduction to the martial arts, including karate, hapkido, jujitsu, judo, aikido, kung-fu, boxing, and wrestling. Learn the core concepts of each art and gain a working understanding of what the martial arts are all about, and the differences between them.
E147 Hapkido (1 cr.) Instruction in techniques for throwing, blocking, striking, kicking, and self-defense applications of joint locks. Students should achieve technical skill level of yellow belt. Judo uniform required.
E148 T'ai Chi Ch'uan (1 cr.) Introduction to the slow movements of t'ai chi ch'uan. Course provides instruction in William C. C. Chen's 60 movement form, physics of body leverage, history, philosophy, and cultural context. One of the most popular forms of exercise in China.
E149 Judo (1 cr.) Beginning instruction in techniques for throwing, grappling, and limited self-defense. Students should achieve technical skill level of yellow belt. Judo uniform required.
E150 Karate (1 cr.) Beginning instruction in techniques of blocking, kicking, striking, punching, limited free fighting, and self-defense. Students should achieve technical level of yellow belt. Karate uniform required.
E151 Self-Defense (1 cr.) Instruction in techniques for practical self-defense skills and situations. No uniform required.
E154 Beginning Tap Dance (1 cr.) An introduction to the technique and styles of tap dancing, emphasizing rhythmic accuracy and efficiency of movement. Course will include history and appreciation of tap dance.
E155 Modern Dance (1 cr.) Beginning instruction in modern dance technique, stressing knowledge and application of movement principles essential to dance training.
E156 Introduction to Jazz Dance Technique (1 cr.) An introduction to the modern jazz style of movement as it integrates with sound biomechanical principles. Phrasing, dynamics, and other qualities will be discussed.
E159 Racquetball (1 cr.) Instruction in basic skills for beginning players. Includes both four-wall singles and doubles games.
E161 Riflery (1 cr.) Instruction in firearm safety and rifle marksmanship. Emphasis on skill development in safe and efficient use of smallbore target rifles. Students may qualify for collegiate marksmanship ratings. Fee charged.
E164 Sailing (1 cr.) Beginning instruction in the principles of sailing. Rigging, proper sailing technique, and other features of small craft sailing. Only S/F grades given.
E165 Soccer (1 cr.) Instruction in fundamental techniques, rules, basic team tactics, and strategies. Emphasis on competitive game scrimmages and fundamental drills.
E168 Swimming—Nonswimmers (1 cr.) Beginning instruction in self-rescue remedial swimming skills and several basic strokes. For students with no swimming skills.
E181 Tennis (1 cr.) Beginning instruction in the fundamental skills of serves and forehand and backhand strokes. Competitive play in women's, men's, and mixed doubles tennis.
E185 Volleyball (1 cr.) Instruction in fundamental skills of power volleyball, including the overhand serve, bump, set, dig, and spike. Team offensive and defensive strategies.
E186 Wall Volleyball (1 cr.) Instruction in fundamental skills of wall volleyball, including the serve, set (with and without wall), bump, dig, and spike. Team offensive and defensive strategies.
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