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Courses
Applied Health Science
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 at the end of this bulletin 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.
C315 Health in the Later Years (3 cr.) As aging becomes a public health priority, an interdisciplinary consideration of the health issues of older adults is critical. This course reviews the biology of aging, health care, new research in aging, applications of integrative medicine for older adults, and physical activity and aging.
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.
C354 Multidisciplinary Perspectives in Gerontology (3 cr.) This course is an overview of the areas involved in the study of aging. We will consider the major theoretical approaches and current research in aging in the following areas: biology and health, psychology, sociology, and social policy.
C366 Community Health (3 cr.) A review of factors that influence the health of communities and the means to protect and improve overall community health.
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.) Reviews recent developments in mental health; implications for public health and school health programs; and roles of health educators in supportive listening, crisis intervention, and appropriate counseling and referral strategies for contemporary health issues.
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.) Reviews recent developments in mental health; implications for public health and school health programs; roles of health educators in supportive listening, crisis intervention, and appropriate counseling and referral strategies for contemporary health issues; and the development of health counseling as an evolving component of public health and medical care systems.
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.) Focus on understanding contemporary theories of addiction including behavioral, psychological, biological, physiological, social/cultural, and other approaches. Topics covered include addictions found in youth/adults (e.g., drugs, sex, eating, Internet, gambling, work). Upon completion, students will demonstrate knowledge of addiction theories and the factors underlying addictive behaviors.
C529 Health and Disease Disparities in Diverse Communities (3 cr.) Cultural and socioeconomic 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 and injury 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 (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.
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.
C650 MPH Culminating Experience (2 cr.) P or concurrent: HPER C644 and authorization of instructor. Students demonstrate how MPH Program Learning Objectives were attained and synthesized across the graduate training experience by developing an MPH competency portfolio, delivering an MPH competency presentation, and taking an oral examination administered by the faculty.
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 Emerging Health Issues (3 cr.) The topics covered will relate to emerging issues that affect the health of individuals and society.
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 nondominant 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.) This course is designed to help students learn about the body’s reaction to perceived stress, mental and physical factors related to stress, and effective coping techniques to help mitigate causes of stress. Students may acquire several stress management techniques that include diaphragmatic breathing, visualization, meditation, and progressive muscular relaxation.
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.
H234 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.
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.
H319 Current Issues in Health Promotion (3 cr.) This course examines the combination of behavioral, social, economic, and environmental factors that influence health and enables students to develop knowledge and skills they can use throughout their lives to protect and improve their own health, the health of their families, and health of communities in which they will live.
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.
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.
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 to 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.
H352 Secondary School Health Curriculum and Instruction (3 cr.) P: Admission to the School of Education Teacher Education Program. Professional competencies for planning and implementing middle and high school curricula based on assessed needs. Behavioral theories, effective curriculum characteristics, content standards, adolescent characteristics and health risks, curriculum analysis, lesson and instructional unit structures. Students prepare lesson and unit plans.
H353 Field Observation (1 cr.) Observation and limited participation in a secondary school with a designated health teacher for a minimum of 20 clock hours. Students compile logs and summaries of their experiences. Must take concurrently with H352. S/F grade only.
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 and H404 and be at least 18 years of age.
H404 Emergency Medical Technician Lab (1 cr.) The EMT Lab teaches skills necessary to care for patients in the prehospital setting. It includes automated defibrillation, airway adjuncts, oxygen delivery, managing wounds, and other procedures. Students complete evaluations under the instruction of certified EMTs. Meets the Department of Transportation and Public Safety Institute standards.
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 Addiction (3 cr.) Addresses contemporary theories of addiction including behavioral, psychological, biological, physiological, social/cultural, and other approaches. Examines addictions found among youth and adults including tobacco, alcohol, other drugs, sex, eating, Internet, gambling, and work. Upon completion, students will demonstrate knowledge of addiction theories and the factors underlying addictive behaviors.
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.
H452 Secondary School Health Strategies and Assessment (3 cr.) P: HPER H352 with grade of C or higher. Professional health education competencies in use of multiple teaching and assessment strategies, including technology. In-depth study of essential middle and high school health concepts. Skill development in construction of assessment tools. Students analyze and demonstrate lessons from proven curricula.
H453 Microteaching Lab for Health Education (1 cr.) Application of professional competencies through presentation of secondary-level lesson segments and complete lessons. Emphasis on use of active-learner teaching strategies. Student presentations are recorded and critiqued. Must take concurrently with H452. S/F grade only.
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 Coordinated School Health Programs (3 cr.) This course 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 nonmedical 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 (1-5 cr.)
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 (1-15 cr.)
H799 Ph.D. Dissertation (1-30 cr.)
Return to Applied Health Science S101 Introduction to Safety Science (3 cr.) Surveys the safety profession and examines occupational safety from a management perspective. Provides a conceptual overview of public, industrial, traffic, and recreational safety. Discusses roles, functions, and opportunities in the safety field.
S151 Legal Aspects of Safety (3 cr) Discusses legal requirements for safety, health, and environmental compliance. Emphasis is given to OSHA standards with additional review of EPA, NFPA, NIOSH, and related agencies.
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.
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.
S231 Safety and Health Concepts in Business and Industry II (3 cr.) An introduction to and review of various adminstrative programs developed by companies at the basic, intermediate, and corporate levels to enhance the total safety program and to minimize loss.
S251 Incident Investigation and Analysis (3 cr.) Introduction of questioning and interviewing techniques for incident investigation and analysis. Examines injury causation theories, evaluation, reporting, legal aspects, and using investigation findings as a prevention tool. Reviews root causes in management systems.
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.
S345 Safety Program Management (3 cr.) P: 6 credits of HPER S-courses, or instructor’s approval. Principles, theories, and concepts of safety and health program management with comparisons of past, present, and future 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 System Safety Analysis (3 cr.) P: 6 credits HPER S Courses or instructor’s approval. Examines common tools and techniques for evaluation and injury prevention. Analysis of factors leading to unintended catastrophes in the nuclear, marine, airline, mining, chemical, and petroleum industries. System analysis tools covered include risk management, PHA, FTA, FMEA, MORT, PSM, and JSA.
S354 Hazardous Materials and Waste Control (3 cr.) P: 6 cr. of HPER S-courses or instructor approval. Introduction and review of hazardous materials 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.
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: 6 credits HPER S Courses or instructor’s approval. Assessing training and education needs, establishing goals and objectives, planning and methods for delivery, using resources and evaluating effectiveness. Students develop evaluation instruments and conduct mock OSHA training. Emphasis is on improving safety performance in addition to compliance.
S425 Safety Process Administration and Leadership (3 cr.) P: 6 credits of HPER S-courses or instructor’s approval. Concepts, principles, and techniques of effective administration and leadership. Topics include safety professional’s role in administration. Focus on methods of adding value through leadership to continuously improve safety performance.
S430 Exploring Safety Culture (3 cr.) Examines approaches to the development of a proactive safety culture in the workplace. Topics explore issues of sound business principles and management practices for the development of an effective safety culture.
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; junior/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.) Not open to HDFS majors. 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, Mid, 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 higher 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 Resilience in the Family (3 cr.) P: HPER F150, F258, or equivalent; junior or senior standing. Research and theory on family stress and resilience. Addresses important aspects of the family’s experience of stress, (e.g., as social support and coping in a family context) as well as resilience factors that reduce the effects of stress on families.
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 Resilience in the Family (3 cr.) P: 6 cr. social/ behavioral science or permission of instructor. Research and theory on family stress and resilience. Covers important aspects of family stress such as social support, meaning construction, and coping. Also, addresses resilience factors that serve to ameliorate the effects of stress on families.
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 HD/FS 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.
Return to Applied Health Science 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 or equivalent; a course in biology. 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: HPER N120; CHEM C118/S118 or equivalent. 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 (4 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 food service-related facilities, and experience in the university dining halls. (Fall)
N322 Foodservice Systems Management (2 cr.) Examines organizational design, human resource management, financial management, and basic marketing strategies as applied to food service 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: HPER 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)
N401 Issues in Dietetics (1 cr.) P: Dietetics majors only, senior standing; or permission of instructor. A culminating class to address current issues in dietetics, including such topics as medical ethics, CAM, and reimbursement for services. Students will develop a career portfolio and ready themselves for the dietetic internship process.
N430 Advanced Nutrition I (3 cr.) P: HPER N231, CHEM C341, or consent of instructor. 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: HPER N231; PHSL P215; ANAT A215; 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: HPER N430 or consent of department. A continuation of N430. Nonenergy nutrients: water, vitamins, minerals, and as a summative focus, nutritional status.
N433 Medical Nutrition Therapy Application (2 cr.) P or concurrent: HPER 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.
N480 Mechanisms of Nutrient Action in the Body (3 cr.) P or concurrent: HPER N430 or consent of instructor. Advanced study of nutrition biochemistry including nutrient regulation of gene expression, immune response to food allergens, detoxification and protective functions of nutrients, relationships between nutrients and cancer, how nutrients affect risk factors for cardiovascular disease, macronutrient metabolism during exercise.
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 (2 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 with permission.
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 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 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 A269 Preceptorial in Athletic Training I (1 cr.) 1 Introductory course for students admitted into the athletic training major. Students will begin to complete competencies and get experience in one of the athletic training rooms.
A270 Preceptorial in Athletic Training II (1 cr.) 1 Introductory course for students admitted into the athletic training major. Students will continue to complete competencies and gain experience in one of the athletic training rooms.
A279 Recognition and Evaluation of Upper Extremity Injuries in the Physically Active (3 cr.) 1 Educates the athletic training student in principles and procedures of soft tissue evaluation of upper extremity injuries. Includes skill development and practice in evaluating techniques for assessing upper extremity trauma.
A281 Recognition and Evaluation of Lower Extremity Injuries in the Physically Active (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 of the Physically Active (3 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 General Medical Issues in Athletic Training (2 cr.) 1 Development of knowledge related to general medical conditions confronting the athletic trainer. An emphasis is placed on understanding the signs, symptoms, and predisposing conditions to these illnesses and conditions. An introduction to principles of pharmacology including using drug reference material, assessment and treatment of illness, and other medications with which the athletic trainer may be involved.
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.
A481 Laboratory Practice in Athletic Training III (2 cr.) 1 Variety of experiences provided through assignments to university varsity, 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.
A490 Organization and Administration of Athletic Training (3 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 Athletic Training Principles for the Spine (3 cr.) This course is intended to discuss advanced aspects of injury management with particular emphasis on philosophy of care for the athlete. Class lectures and discussion will focus on detailed assessment techniques and treatment of connective tissue, management of acute and chronic trauma to the spine and pelvis in sport. Particular emphasis will be placed on current research in prevention and treatment in physically active individuals.
A582 Current Topics 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 Upper Extremities (3 cr.) Evaluation and advanced management of injuries to the upper extremity including, but not limited to, the head, shoulder, elbow, wrist, and hand. Assessment of throwing mechanics and surgical procedures needed to correct injuries will also be covered.
A603 Practicum in Athletic Training (3 cr.) P: Graduate GPA of at least 3.0; athletic training emphasis. Practical field experience under supervision; seminar sessions. Only S/F grades given.
D121 Techniques of Movement Improvisation (1 cr.) Experiences in creative movement expression through participation in structured dance activities.
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 (1 cr.) 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 (2-3 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 (2-3 cr.) P: E355 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.) Tools for discovering movement will be developed through problem-solving assignments appropriate for dance composition.
D311 Theory and Practice of Dance Technique (3 cr.) This course is designed as an intensive emersion in both the theory and practice of dance technique. Through readings, discussions, writings, and experiential learning, students will gain an intimate understanding of both the artistic and physiological principles that guide performance in concert dance.
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.) P: D221. Under faculty guidance, each student is responsible for initiating and developing a completed work for concert performance.
P140 Foundations and Principles 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.
P219 Performance and Teaching of Stunts, Tumbling, and Novice Gymnastics (1 cr.) Instruction and practice teaching of fundamental stunts, tumbling activities, and novice gymnastic movements.
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.
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.
P303 Physical Education Laboratory/Field Experience (0-3 cr.) Laboratory or field experience in physical education.
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.
P314 Intermediate Methods in Teaching Physical Education (3 cr.) Emphasized the continued development of effective teaching skills and knowledge in the physical education context. Includes knowledge about the teaching process including management, motivation, teaching styles, and assessment.
P316 Theories of Advanced Conditioning (2 cr.) 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.
P335 Theories of Conditioning for Coaching (3 cr.) P: Limited to coaching minor students or permission of instructor. A practical application of conditioning and physical training theory of coaching and high level fitness. The class utilizes physiological principles of conditioning to prepare athletes for optimal performance. Discusses various types of training and organization of workouts for endurance, speed, and strength.
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 (1-3 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: HPER P314 and concurrent: 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 Fitness Management (3 cr.) This course brings business management principles and operational guidelines to the fitness practitioner. Topics include facility management, organizational program operation, member service, health and safety facility standards, finance maintenance, evaluation and planning processes, strategic planning, and facility design.
P418 Sport Marketing (3 cr.)1 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 practical experience with various fitness testing protocols, basic exercise prescription, and interpretation of fitness data.
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 United States. 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 within the sport industry develop and apply competitive strategies.
P435 Philosophical Foundations of Coaching (3 cr.) P: Limited to coaching minor students or permission of instructor. A philosophical approach to coaching for various sports. Topics include, but are not limited to different coaching styles and strategies, growth and development characteristics, legal issues and liability, pedagogical considerations, coaching relationships, and other issues and problems related to sport.
P438 Internship in Sport Communication (3 cr.) 3 A field learning experience for 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 Topics 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 Management (1-6 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.
P455 Practicum in Coaching (2 cr.) P: Junior/senior standing. Limited to coaching minor students or permission of instructor. Students will serve as an assistant under an experienced coach and will participate in weekly seminars.
P464 Small Boat Sailing Instruction (3 cr.) P: Permission of instructor. U.S. Sailing Small Boat Sailor Level 1 Instructor course. Course topics include sports psychology, sports physiology, lesson planning, risk management, and teaching techniques. Fee charged.
P480 Current Trends in Physical Education (1-3 cr.) Focuses on promoting quality physical education in K-12 programs. Topics are designed to address four areas of critical importance: 1) curriculum and instruction, 2) innovative activities, 3) adapted physical education, and 4) assessment.
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 department chair is required.
P492 Laboratory Assisting or Field Experience in Sport 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.) Prepractice 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 Kinesiology (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 Kinesiology (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 Commercial Sport (3 cr.) An introduction to the business and legal issues confronting the commerical 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 the United States, 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.
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.
K518 Governance in Sport Management (3 cr.) This course provides students with an advance study of the governance of sport infrastructures, services, and businesses, nationally and internationally. It is no longer sufficient to merely understand the domestic side of sport management. Through multiple forms of assessment and contemporary case study, this course allows students to critically analyze issues in the global governance of sport.
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, and contemporary issues and trends.
K524 Exercise and Physical Activity for People with Disabilities (3 cr.) Provides in-depth knowledge regarding exercise and physical activity as it applies to people with disabilities across the life span. Topics addressed include assessment, determinants, programming, physiological responses to exercise, adaptations, and accessibility issues. Particular focus will be placed on childhood onset 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.
K532 Clinical BiomechanicsGait (3 cr.) Injury and pathology of the human locomotive system affects our well being and independence. Lectures, discussions, and laboratory work on the mechanics of human locomotion will focus on the understanding of the complex processes involved in able bodied and pathological gaits. Case studies are used to link observable/measurable behavior to pathology and injury.
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.
K543 Cortical Control of Human Movement (3 cr.) This multidisciplinary course is designed to provide students with an understanding of the neuroanatomical, neurophysiological, and neurobehavioral foundations of voluntary human movement. Seminar-based lectures will emphasize the structure and functional involvement of cortical and sub cortical regions associated with purposeful action (e.g., goal-directed reaching, speech, and locomotion). In addition, case descriptions will be discussed to provide students with a link between neuropathogenesis and specific motor deficits.
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 Persons with Disabilities (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 Medical Aspects of Disabling Conditions (3 cr.) Provides professionals with a working knowledge of a variety of disabling conditions and health impairments. The characteristics, etiology, and pathology, plus behavioral, cognitive, physiological, and medical implications will be discussed. Students will experience selected medical terminology and medical/behavioral management procedures of educational rehabilitation settings.
K552 Problems in Adapted Physical Education (3 cr.) A study of problems as they relate to philosophy, procedures, and practices in adapted physical education.
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 Clinical Exercise Physiology Laboratory (3 cr.) In this course there will be an in-depth study of physiological principles applied to clinical exercise physiology; exercise testing and training. Basic areas include cardiovascular, pulmonary, gait, electromyography, posture, and body composition.
K562 Exercise Prescription in Health and Disease I (3 cr.) Health fitness laboratory evaluation for exercise prescription for apparently healthy adults. Modification of prescription for metabolic and immune diseases. Topics include disease etiology; pathophysiology; exercise intervention; clinical management; and exercise prescription for hyperlipidemia, obesity, diabetes, stage renal disease, cancer, AIDS, and organ transplantation.
K563 Cardiac Assessment in Exercise Testing (3 cr.) Physiology, assessment techniques, and interpretation of basic cardiac rhythm, 12 lead EKG, and adjunctive imaging techniques in clinical exercise testing. Introduction to basic cardiac pharmacology.
K564 Exercise Prescription in Health and Disease II (3 cr.) Disease etiology, pathophysiology, exercise intervention, clinical management, and exercise prescription for stages in the life span, obstetrics, neuromuscular musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, and pulmonary disease.
K565 Exercise Leadership and Counseling (2 cr.) Utilization of behavioral techniques to motivate exercise adherence in fitness and clinical programs. Hands-on application of goal setting, problem solving, social support, and other motivational techniques. Modification of exercise programs for cardiac, pulmonary, and metabolic diseases.
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.
K569 Basic Pharmacologic Implication for Exercise and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) (3 cr.) Basic pharmacology of cardiac, pulmonary, metabolic, and related conditions and their implications for the exercise/allied health professions. Course concludes with AHA Advanced Cardiac Life Support Provider training (certification).
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, and interpretation of results by statistical procedures. Project required to apply theory taught.
K577 Seminar and Practicum in Adapted Physical Education (3 cr.) Participate in a research seminar or practicum experience related to Adapted Physical Education. Seminar is for graduate students conducting research as part of a dissertation or thesis. Practicum is designed to provide non-thesis graduate students with experiences in real-world settings. Decisions regarding seminar or practicum enrollment must be instructor approved.
K598 Ergonomics (3 cr.) This is an advanced level course that focuses on research and experimentation to determine the interaction between specific human physical traits and the design of tasks, equipment, and environments with the goal of matching human capabilities with demands through the application of ergonomics methods and techniques.
K599 Cognitive Ergonomics (3 cr.) Human factors and ergonomics refer to the study of how people interact with their work environment. This course is designed to provide an advanced level review of the cognitive principles of this science by presenting a systematic application of relevant information about human capabilities, limitations, and behaviors with regard to the design of machines and their use within specific environments. Emphasis will be placed on the interactive nature of human machine systems from an information processing perspective, and the development of ergonomic models and techniques used to assess the design of modern work places.
K600 Master’s Thesis (1-5 cr.)
K601 Readings in Physical Education (1-5 cr.) P: Graduate GPA of at least 3.0. Guided readings for broadening information about and understanding of the profession.
K602 Independent Study and Research (1-5 cr.) P: Graduate GPA of at least 3.0. Independent research conducted under the guidance of a graduate faculty member.
K603 Practicum in Physical Education (1-3 cr.) 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.
K607 Internship in Ergonomics (8 cr.) This course provides students a practical placement in the ergonomics profession. The placement opportunity can be used as practical hours necessary for student’s professional certification.
K615 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.
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: K530 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 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 Cardiopulmonary Assessment Lab (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.
K638 Biochemical Adaptations to Exercise (3 cr.) This course provides content on the research-based finding of 1) how exercise alters biochemical function in skeletal muscle, the liver, and adipose tissue; 2) understand why biochemical monitoring of athletes is necessary; 3) appreciate the methodological limitations of studies in this area; and 4) how to apply biochemical methods to monitor training.
K639 Laboratory Techniques for Exercise Biochemistry (2 cr.) A detailed evaluation, including hand-on practice of the laboratory skills needed in a typical exercise biochemistry laboratory. Experiences will include phlebotomy, titrations, and several spectrophotometric hematological laboratory techniques.
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. Identification, analysis, and evaluation of persons with physical disabilities; 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.
K662 Clinical Exercise Physiology (3 cr.) Advanced study of disease etiology and mechanisms of exercise intervention for cardiovascular, pulmonary, immune, and metabolic disease.
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 (2-5 cr.) 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 (1-15 cr.)
K799 Ph.D. Dissertation (1-30 cr.)
Physical Activity Instruction Program (PAIP)
E100 Experiences in Physical Activity (1-3 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.
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