Athletic Training (AT)

2731. Laboratory for Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries. A laboratory course offered concurrently with AT 2733 emphasizing the practical aspects of taping, wrapping, and injury assessment. Prerequisite: ZOOL 2001, ZOOL 2003. Corequisite: PE 2733. (S).

2733. Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries. A course designed to introduce athletic training students to current principles and practices in the prevention, recognition, and management of athletic related injuries and illnesses. Prerequisite: ZOOL 2001 AND ZOOL 2003. Corequisite: AT 2731. (S)

3101. Clinical Instruction in Athletic Training I. This course is designed to instruct students in athletic training clinical proficiencies prior to practicing those proficiencies during a clinical experience. For Athletic Training Students Only. Prerequisites: Admission to the Athletic Training Program. Corequisite: AT 3111. (F)

3111. Clinical Experience in Athletic Training I. This course provides a proficiency based supervised practical experience in athletic training required for certification by the NATABOC. For Athletic Training Students Only. Prerequisites: Admission to the Athletic Training Program. Corequisite: AT 3101. (F)

3201. Clinical Instruction in Athletic Training II. This course is designed to instruct students in athletic training clinical proficiencies prior to practicing those proficiencies during a clinical experience. For Athletic Training Students Only. Prerequisites: AT 3101, AT 3111. Corequisite: AT 3211. (S)

3211. Clinical Experience in Athletic Training II. This course provides a proficiency based supervised practical experience in athletic training required for certification by the NATABOC. For Athletic Training Students Only. Prerequisites: AT 3101, AT 3111. Corequisite: AT 3201. (S)

3731. Laboratory for Advanced Assessment of Athletic Injuries. A laboratory course offered concurrently with AT 3733 in which students practice the advanced skills necessary to evaluate athletic related injuries and illnesses. Prerequisite: AT 2731 and AT 2733. Corequisite: AT 3733. (S)

3733. Advanced Assessment of Athletic Injuries. Advanced course designed to develop further knowledge and skills related to the recognition, assessment, treatment, and appropriate medical referral of athletic injuries and illnesses. Prerequisites: AT2731 and AT 2733. Corequisite: AT 3731. (S)

3741. Laboratory for Therapeutic Exercise. A laboratory course offered concurrently with AT 3933 where students will practice the advanced skills necessary to rehabilitate athletic related injuries using therapeutic exercise techniques. Prerequisites: ZOOL 2011 and ZOOL 2013; AT 2731 and AT 2733. Corequisite: AT 3933. (F)

3743. Therapeutic Exercise. A study of clinical sports therapy techniques used in the rehabilitation and reconditioning of athletic related injuries. Includes goniometry, manual muscle testing, therapeutic and resistance exercises and proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation. Prerequisites: ZOOL 2011 and ZOOL 2013 ; AT 2731 and AT 2733. Corequisite: AT 3931. (F)

3831. Laboratory for Therapeutic Modalities. A laboratory course offered concurrently with AT 3833 in which students will practice the skills necessary for the proper application of therapeutic modalities in the treatment of athletic related injuries. Prerequisites: ZOOL 2011, ZOOL 2013; AT 2731, AT 2733; PHY 2054 or 2133. Corequisite: AT 3833. (F)

3833. Therapeutic Modalities. A study of current theory and application in the use of therapeutic modalities in the athletic training setting. Emphasis will be placed on thermal, electrotherapeutic and hydrotherapeutic modalities. Prerequisites: ZOOL 2011 and ZOOL 2013; AT 2731 and AT 2733; PHY 2054 or 2133. Corequisite: AT 3831. (F)

4101. Clinical Instruction in Athletic Training III. This course is designed to instruct students in athletic training clinical proficiencies prior to practicing those proficiencies during a clinical experience. For Athletic Training Students Only. Prerequisites: AT 3201, AT 3211. Corequisite: AT 4111. (F)

4111. Clinical Experience in Athletic Training III. This course provides a proficiency based supervised practical experience in athletic training required for certification by the NATABOC. For Athletic Training Students Only. Prerequisites: AT 3201, AT 3211. Corequisite: AT 4101. (F)

4201. Clinical Instruction in Athletic Training IV. This course is designed to instruct students in athletic training clinical proficiencies prior to practicing those proficiencies during a clinical experience. For Athletic Training Students Only. Prerequisites: AT 4101, AT 4111. Corequisite: AT 4211. (S)

4211. Clinical Experience in Athletic Training IV. This course provides a proficiency based supervised practical experience in athletic training required for certification by the NATABOC. For Athletic Training Students Only. Prerequisites: AT 4101, AT 4111. Corequisite: AT 4201. (S)

4733. Legal and Ethical Aspects of Athletic Training. The study of the legal and ethical aspects of the athletic training profession. Emphasis will be placed on the legal and ethical parameters which define the proper role of certified athletic trainers and current medicolegal issues which affect the sports medicine professional. Prerequisites: AT 4723. (D)

4743. Athletic Training Seminar. This course is designed for senior students in athletic training for the advanced study and discussion of specialized topics and contemporary issues related to the field of athletic training. Emphasis will be placed on professional development and employment preparation. Athletic Training Students Only. Prerequisites: AT 4723. (S)

Driver Education (DRED)

4263. Basic Driver Education. Instruction and application in the knowledge, skills, and attitudes needed for teaching safe driving. For certification in driver and traffic education. This is not a learn-to-drive course. (F, SU)

4273. Advanced Driver Education. Driver and traffic education with emphasis on advanced instruction and research in driver education. Prerequisitie: DRED 4263. (S, SU)

Exercise Science (ES)

2883. Foundations of Exercise Science. An introductory course designed to examine the philosophical, historical, and psychosocial origin of the field of exercise science. Current issues and future directions will also be explored. (F)

3543. Human Anatomy and Anatomic Fundamentals of Motion. An analysis of the parts of the human body and their position, structure, and functions as related to human motion. (F, S, SU)

3553. Basic Physiology of Activity. A basic study of the organs and systems of the human body, with particular emphasis on the effects of physical activity of the functioning of the systems. (F, S, SU)

3623. Techniques of Physiological Fitness Assessment. Study of graded exercise testing in the evaluation of functional work capacity. Testing modalities will include: treadmill, bicycle ergometer, bench or step testing, and field testing. Prerequisite: ES 3553 or Corerequistie: AT 3713. (S)

3653. Techniques of Aerobic Conditioning. Principles and methods of exercise leadership. Includes exercise programming and participation, teaching methods, technique evaluation, supervision, and leadership for various types of group aerobic exercise programs including field, gymnasium and aquatic exercise. Prerequisite: ES 3543, ES 3553. (S)

3713. Cardiovascular Physiology. This course is designed to introduce the student to the study of cardiovascular physiology with an emphasis on normal versus abnormal function. It provides an in-depth study of the cardiovascular system and its various responses to acute and chronic exercise. Prerequisites: ZOOL 2003, 2001, 2013, 2011, ES 3553. (S)

3743. Research and Statistical Methods in Exercise Science. Fundamental aspects of the clinical research process involving human subjects. The course will include an overview of the research process, procedures, sampling data collection and analysis. (F,S)

4673. Fitness Programming for Individuals with Physical Disabilities. Provide the student with principles and practice in developing physical activities and programs specifically designed for individuals with physical disabilities. (S)

4683. Exercise Prescription and Fitness Programming. The application of basic physiological principles in the prescription of exercise and the administration of conditioning programs for individuals of differing ages, health status, and occupational status. Prerequisite: H 2523. (F)

4693. Techniques of Strength Training and Conditioning. The study of current principles and procedures essential to strength training and conditioning practices. Emphasis is placed on the development and practical applications of aerobic conditioning, joint flexibility, and muscular strength, power and endurance programs. Prerequisites: ES 3543; ES 3553. (S)

4763. Kinesiology. Mechanics of human motion and its application to physical activity. Prerequisite: ES 3543. (F, S)

4813. Applied Motor Learning. The study and practical applications of relevant motor learning theories and research related to exercise science, physical education, and sport programs. (F)

4843. Practicum/Pre-Internship in Exercise Science. Introduction to field experience in exercise science in order to become familiar with the operational and procedural aspects of clinically-based exercise facilities. Prerequisite: ES 3623, ES 3653, ES 3713, ES 4673, ES 4683, ES 4693, HLTH 4623.

4853. Applied Psychology of Sport and Exercise. The study and practical applications of relevant psychological theories and research related to physical education, exercise, and sport programs. (S)

4863. Internship in Exercise Science. This course is designed to provide a culminating experience for students in the Exercise Science program. Senior students will have an opportunity to apply skills learned in the curriculum in clinical, community and corporate settings. Two hundred forty contact hours are required at the internship site. Prerequisites: Completion of 100 semester hours of course work including all Exercise Science required courses and 2.0 overall GPA with a "C" or better in all required courses. (F, S, Su)

4893. Internship in Exercise Science. This course is designed to provide a culminating experience for students in the Exercise Science program. Senior students will have an opportunity to apply skills learned in the curriculum in clinical, community and corporate settings. Two hundred forty contact hours are required at the internship site. Prerequisites: Completion of 100 semester hours of course work including all Exercise Science required courses and 2.0 overall GPA with a "C" or better in all required courses. (Su)

4896. Internship in Exercise Science. This course is designed to provide a culminating experience for students in the Exercise Science program. Senior students will have an opportunity to apply skills learned in the curriculum in clinical, community and corporate settings. Two hundred forty contact hours are required at the internship site. Prerequisites: Completion of 100 semester hours of course work including all Exercise Science required courses and 2.0 overall GPA with a "C" or better in all required courses. (F, S, Su)

Health (HLTH)

2513. Principles of Personal Health. Principles, problems, and practices in the development of positive health behavior. (F, S, SU)

2523. First Aid and Safety. fundamentals, techniques, and practices of Standard First aid and CPR as prescribed by the American Red Cross. Emphasis on programs of accident prevention in schools, homes, recreational areas; traffic safety. (F, S, SU)

2883. Foundations of Health Education. This course will provide the scientific basis for conceptualizing and designing health education programs that are relevant, practical, and effective.

3523. Public and Community Health. Examination of public and community health problems, their causes, and possible solutions from a local, state, national, and International perspective. Roles of the individual and the community, and functions of the various agencies involved with health-related issues will also be studied.

3533. Health Education for Elementary and Secondary Schools. Theory and teaching techniques for effective health instruction. (S, SU-odd)

3563. Human Sexuality. Emphasis given to human reproduction, courtship, marriage, parenthood, premarital/extramarital sex, and deviate sexual behavior. (F, S, SU)

4513. Consumer Health. An analysis of the health services and health products offered in the market place and study of principles involved in making wise consumer health choices. (SU)

4523. Current Issues in Health Current Issues and trends in personal, public, and international health with stress on individual's research and readings. (F)

4543. Drug Use and Abuse. An exploration of the physical, mental, emotional, and social aspects of drug use and abuse. Special attention will be focused on proper use of drugs within contemporary society. (F, S, SU)

4573. The School Health Program. The scope and function of the total school health program including common health problems, recommended program organization, and administrative practices. (F, SU-even)

4623 Health Promotion. Develops skills in assessment of individual, worksite, and community health needs, as well as the skills and knowledge necessary to plan, implement, and evaluate behavior management programs. (S)

4801-3 Special Topics Workshop. A specifically designed series of learning experiences to enhance the professional capabilities of teachers. Opportunity for participants to engage in meaningful learning activities and to interact with recognized professionals in the field. Course can be repeated for credit. (D)

4896 Internship in Health Promotion. This course is designed to provide a culminating experience for students in the health promotion program. Senior students will have an opportunity to apply skills learned in the curriculum in clinical, community, corporate, and school settings. Two hundred forty contact hours are required at the internship site. Prerequisites: Completion of 100 semester hours course work including all health core and emphasis option courses and 2.0 overall GPA with a "C" or better in all health core and emphasis option courses.

Physical Education (PE)

1002. Concepts of Fitness. Provides knowledge and appreciation of the importance of physical fitness for lifelong health, wellness, and quality life; and opportunities for psychomotor development. (F, S, SU)

1111. Physical Conditioning. Basic conditioning. The course includes weight training, circuit training, cardiovascular and respiratory activity. (F, S)

1121. Figure Control. The principles and concepts of exercise as related to enhancement of personal appearance. (F, S)

1131. Aerobic Exercise Basic conditioning involving continuous rhythmical movement. Individualized fitness programs are developed for each student. (F, S)

1211. Hiking/Backpacking. Introduction to basic skills and knowledge of first aid, land navigation, outdoor skills, and equipment necessary to participate in hiking/backpacking. Two weekend field trips are required. (F, S)

1221. Rappelling and Rock Climbing. Introduces the student to the fundamentals of rappelling/rock-climbing equipment, terminology, techniques, and skills necessary to rock climb safely and successfully. Requires participation in one mountaineering field trip. (D)

1231. Country-Western Dancing. Beginning instruction in skills and techniques of Country-Western Style dance steps.

1311. Beginning Swimming. Non-proficiency course designed to teach basic swimming skills for non-swimmers or beginning swimmers. (F, S)

1321. Water Aerobics. Basic conditioning involving aquatic exercise, opportunity to develop and maintain fitness while enjoying water activities. (F, S)

1411. Track and Field. Introduction to the fundamentals of track and field activities. (F, S, SU)

1421. Racquetball. Introduction to the basic skills, rules, and strategy in racquetball. (F, S, SU)

1431. Handball. Introduction to the basic skills, rules, and strategy in handball. (D)

1461. Archery. Introduction to fundamentals, of recreational archery. (F, S, SU)

1471. Bowling. Introduction to the basic techniques of bowling. (F, S)

1481. Tennis. Introduction to the basic skills, rules, and strategy in tennis. (F, S, SU)

1491. Badminton. Introduction to the basic skills, rules, and strategy in badminton. (F, S)

1501. Golf. Introduction to the basic skills, rules, and strategy in golf. (F, S, SU)

1511. Gymnastics. Introduction to the basic skills in tumbling and apparatus. (F, S)

1521. Trampoline. Introduction and practice in trampoline skills and routines. (F, S)

1531. Fencing. Introduction to the basic skills, rules, and strategy of foil fencing. (D)

1601. Soccer. Introduction to the basic skills, rules, and strategy in soccer. (F, S)

1611. Basketball. Introduction to the basic skills, rules, and strategy of basketball. (S)

1621. Volleyball. Introduction to the basic skills, rules, and strategy of volleyball. (F, S)

1641. Flag/Touch Football. Introduction to the basic skills, rules, and strategy of flag/touch football. (F)

1651. Softball. Introduction to the basic skills, rules, and strategy of softball. (S)

1801. International Folk Dance. Folk dances of various people throughout the world; understanding of basic terms and steps. (F, S)

1821. Ballet. Introductory course featuring the history, barre work, center floor, allegro moves, and body positions of ballet. (D)

1841. Ballroom Dancing. Techniques of the following dances: foxtrot, polka, waltz, Latin, basic moves, country-western, swing, and others. (F, S)

1883. Foundations of Physical Education. Introductory course designed for the prospective physical education major. Areas of special emphasis are history, principles, scope of program, relationship of physical education to general education, current professional literature, and vocational opportunities. (F, S)

1891. Restricted Physical Education. Modified physical activities for physically disabled students. Students are assigned to this course by the University Physician. (May be repeated for credit) (F, S)

2141. Intermediate Rugby. Instruction in skill, strategy, and techniques in rugby. For students who have already acquired the basic skills of rugby. (F).

2311. (2 380 1). Intermediate Swimming. Instruction and practice in five basic swimming strokes. (F, S, SU).

2811. American Square and Round Dance. Techniques and basics in square and round dancing. (F, S)

2821. Fundamentals of Modern Dance. History, practice, and teaching techniques of creative dance. Basic patterns and designs of dance movements. (F)

2892. Fitness and Motor Development (for physical education majors only). A basic orientation and screening course for physical education majors. Motor ability and physical fitness testing will be used. (F, S)

3752. Advanced Swimming and Life guarding. Development of swimming and opportunity for certification in life guarding. Prerequisite: Intermediate swimming skills.

3762. Aquatic Safety Instruction and Pool Management. Advanced aquatic techniques and management of aquatic facilities. Prerequisite: Intermediate swimming skill. (F)

3782. Skin and Scuba Diving. Opportunity for Y.M.C.A. certification pending completion of specified requirements. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. (F, S)

3792. Folk and Square Dancing. Study and practice of folk dances and characteristics of various countries, with emphasis on square dances and calling square dances. (D)

3803. Physical Education for Elementary Grades. Designed to assist prospective elementary teachers in planning and conducting a well rounded program. Emphasis is placed on proper selection of activities, program organization, and teaching procedures,. Provision is made for the student to get some experience working with children. (F, S, SU)

3813. Concepts of Athletic Training. A course designed for physical educators, coaches and students interested in the care of sports related injuries. (S)

3823. Rhythmical Activities and Fundamental Movement for Elementary Grades. The values, scope, and analysis of rhythmical activities and basic movement experiences. Emphasis is given to teaching techniques and program progression. (S)

3842. Interpretive Dance Composition. Practical experience in space relationships, choreography, designs and patterns in the dance language. Emphasis on skill in expressing thought and meanings through body movements in dance form. Prerequisite: PE 2821. (D)

3852. Dance Choreography. Analysis of the elements and the development of choreography; individually selected problems and evaluation of composition. (D)

3872. Rules and Officiating. A study of rules and techniques in officiating the following sports: baseball/softball, basketball, football/touch football, soccer, track and field, and volleyball. (F, S)

3882. Theory and Practice of Individual Sports. Skill techniques, progression, and planning for instruction in archery, badminton, racquetball, pickleball, and tennis. Prerequisites: PE 2891 and proficiency in 3 of the 5 above listed individual sports. (F, S)

3892. Theory and Practice of Team Sports. Skill techniques, progression, and planning for instruction in basketball, flag/touch football, softball, and volleyball. Prerequisites: PE 2891 and proficiency in 3 of the 4 above listed team sports. (F, S)

3893. Sports in America. An overview of the impact and significance of play and sports as a social institution. (F)

4663. Motor Skill Development for Children. Appropriate content and skill performance levels in basic game skills and gymnastics for grades K-6. (SU)

4703. Adaptive Physical Education. Enables the prospective teacher to: (a) understand the value of physical education for the handicapped; (b) plan programs designed to assist physically, mentally, or emotionally handicapped students in developing their maximum potential through physical activity. (F, S, SU)

4711-3. Independent Study. Student may engage in supervised study of physical education issues. (D)

4723. Athletic Training Administration. A study of the standards, policies and practices in the organization, supervision and administration of athletic training programs. Emphasis will be placed upon planning, developing, organizing and directing an athletic training program in a variety of sports medicine settings. Prerequisites: PE 3731, PE 3733. (F)

4753. The Physical Education Curriculum. The course is designed to prepare prospective teachers to develop, implement, and assess the curricula within physical education. (F, S)

4773. Organization and Management of Sports Programs. Planning, organizing, leading, and evaluation of institutional and community sports programs. (S)

4783. Organization and Administration of Physical Education. Problems relating to the planning and management of physical education programs in the public school. (F, S)

4793. Evaluation in Physical Education. Tests and evaluation procedures in the areas of physical fitness, motor ability, skill, and knowledge. Emphasis is placed on the administration of tests and use of results. (F, S)

4801-3. Special Topics Workshop. A specifically designed series of learning experiences to enhance the professional capabilities of teachers. Participants engage in meaningful learning activities and interact with recognized professionals in the field. May not be used to satisfy any degree requirements. May be repeated for credit. (D)

4813. Ethics and Legal Issues in Sport. This class will look at legal and ethical aspects of sport in contemporary society which includes an analysis of recent case law and fundamental legal and ethical principles within the field of sport.

4822. Theory and Practice of Coaching Football. Team offenses and defenses, playing strategy, rules, scouting, and conditioning of players are discussed. Practice in basic fundamentals. (F)

4832. Theory and Practice of Coaching Basketball. Class follows same pattern as described in 4822 above. (S)

4842. Theory and Practice of Coaching Track. Instruction and practice in performing track events with emphasis on teaching techniques; also practicum in conducting competitive meets. (S)

4852. Theory and Practice of Coaching Baseball. Class follows same pattern as described in 4822 above. (F)

4862. Theory and Practice of Coaching Gymnastics. Instruction and practice in performing gymnastic events with emphasis on teaching techniques; also practicum in conducting competitive meets. (D)

4863. Internship in Physical Education I. Provides practical off-campus experience related to the student's major option. (Prerequisites: formal application to the B.S. in PE internship coordinator one semester prior to enrollment in the course, completion of 100 hours including all emphasis area or and core courses, 2.0 GPA, "C" or better in all emphasis area and core courses, for B.S. in Physical Education majors only) (Insurance fee: $17.00). (F, S, SU)

4872. Theory and Practice of Coaching Volleyball. Class follows same pattern as described in 4822 above. (D)

4873. Principles and Problems of Coaching. A detailed study of problems encountered by coaches in planning and managing athletic contests; Includes coaching psychology. (F, S)

4883. Practicum in Elementary Physical Education. Experience in working with elementary children, including planning and implementing the program. Requires 90 hours of direct contact with elementary age children. Prerequisites: admission to Teacher Education Program and completion of 75 hours including PE 3803, 3823, and 4663. (SU)

4896. Internship in Physical Education. Provides practical off-campus experience related to the student's major option. Prerequisite: completion of 100 semester hours of coursework including all PE core and emphasis option courses; 2.0 GPA and a Grade of "C" or better in all major courses: Bachelor of Science in Physical Education majors only ( Insurance fee $17.00). (F, S, SU)