Designed to provide outdoor practitioners with the knowledge needed to deal with emergencies in remote settings. 80-hour curriculum. Successful completion provides Wilderness First Responder certification.
This course will prepare individuals to design and conduct exercise intervention programs for cancer patients.
SES 322: with minimum grade of D-
This course will review the basics of cancer rehabilitation principles, followed by instruction on the clinical skills necessary for students to work directly with cancer patients in an exercise setting.
A variety of workshops on special topics within the discipline. Goals and objectives will emphasize the acquisition of general knowledge and skills in the discipline.
Study basic electrocardiography and ECG interpretation. Emphasis is placed on interpretation of resting and exercise ECG's along with monitoring procedures, interpretation of abnormalities and drugs that may affect ECG interpretation.
An examination of clinical exercise physiology concepts pertaining to the evaluation and treatment of the cardiac patient. Emphasis is placed on cardiovascular pathophysiology, exercise testing and prescription, and patient education.
Update skills and knowledge of professionals in the discipline. Goals and objectives will be specifically directed at individual professional enhancement rather than the acquisition of general discipline knowledge or methodologies. S/U or letter graded.
Advanced study of neurological influences to movement. Learn terminology, structures of the human nervous system, cellular and macroscopic neurophysiology, and clinical applications associated with reflexive and voluntary movements and posture.
Provide a supervised college teaching experience of a basic activity course for qualified graduate students. S/U graded.
An exploration of major issues, ethical theories, moral reasoning and their impact on the operation of programs in sport, physical education, fitness, athletics and recreation.
This class is meant to provide students with a description of theories and practices that are relevant to sport organizations and their employees–including environmental, macro, and micro concerns.
Develop skill and understanding in the marketing process relating to the sport industry, athletics and commercial sport operations. Primary focus: application of marketing principles to specific sport scenarios.
Course emphasizes the introduction, understanding, and application of the long-term athlete development model (LTAD) and incorporation of the concepts, perspectives, and principles of "developmentally appropriate practice" related to sport coaching.
Understanding and applying psychological principles as they relate to sport coaching and athletic performance.
Examine international perspectives of sport coaching. Emphasis is placed on developing and enhancing students' knowledge and understanding of international coaching perspectives.
Develop an understanding of theories and principles involved in the management of sport and athletics from a coaching perspective.
Exploration of the physiological aspects of designing and implementing a sport program that minimizes physical risk and effectively enhances performance.
Provide a comprehensive introduction to the coaching profession. Emphasis is placed on developing and enhancing students' knowledge and understanding of concepts, principles and techniques of coaching.
Emphasis is placed on the use of technology to evaluate skill, tactics, and technical components of coaching. Evaluation of effective coaching in game and practice settings are incorporated.
Examination of theoretical and applied concepts of sport coaching. Emphasis is placed on practical experience of coaching sport that concentrates on coach education theory and effective coaching practices.
A field based, advanced course in wilderness-based teaching and leadership. Students develop skills and knowledge in group development, planning, and safe leadership of ethical and effective wilderness travel.
Receive an introduction and some application of strategy and methods of research to problem solving in physical education, sport management and exercise science.
This seminar will provide a cross disciplinary knowledge of the sport and exercise science field while simultaneously preparing students to disseminate scholarly work.
Provides introduction to self-inquiry and pedagogical reflection through action research. Focuses on historical background, purpose, instruction and guidance for teachers and coaches to conduct action research.
The intent of this course is to critically examine scholarly efforts concerning programs and issues in youth development.
Disseminate knowledge that contributes to quality professional practice. Students will experience new ways of thinking about assessment. Alternative ways of determining student learning, evaluation, grading and reporting will be explored.
Present and analyze systems used in evaluating student behavior, teacher behavior and student-teacher interaction. Study strategies for planning and implementing effective teaching and supervising in physical education.
The epistemological and practical underpinning of qualitative research as an alternative or complement to quantitative research will be studied in this course through readings, class discussions, and a practical project.
SRM 680: with minimum grade of C
By exploring research literature, collecting and analyzing gait data, students will be introduced to one of the largest research areas in biomechanics: the study of locomotion.
Make an advanced study of the mechanical components of human movement, stressing the analysis of movement problems.
SES 331: with minimum grade of D-
Make an advanced study of the structural components of human movement, with special attention to the analysis of movement problems.
SES 220: with minimum grade of D-
Individualized investigation under the direct supervision of a faculty member. (Minimum of 37.5 clock hours required per credit hour.)
Advanced study of the influence of developmental and aging processes upon movement across the lifespan.
Titles: Laboratory Techniques in Biomechanics; Laboratory Techniques in Exercise Physiology; and Laboratory Techniques in Social Psychology of Sport and Physical Activity.
Advanced study of energy metabolism and exercise nutrition involved with human movement.
Advanced study of the muscular and endocrine systems involved with human movement.
Planning and implementing adventure activities that provide challenge, choice, and opportunities for personal and group growth. Emphasis on program development, facilitation techniques, and direct application of adventure activities and principles.
Experiences provided are: Biomechanics of Locomotion, Cardiopulmonary Physiology and Motivation. Repeatable, under different subtitles.
Advanced study of the cardiovascular system as it relates to human movement.
Application of psychological concepts, principles and empirical findings to exercise programs and organized sport settings.
Examination and application of motivational theories and concepts relevant to sport, physical activity, and exercise behavior.
Consider the principles underlying curriculum instruction, various curriculum elements and build a curriculum in physical education.
Study of research and advanced techniques in teaching elementary physical education. Emphasis on teacher instruction and management, student skill learning time and current program planning.
Study of research and advanced techniques in teaching secondary physical education. Emphasis on understanding the role of the secondary teacher and secondary student needs in teaching physical education.
Exploration, participation, and analysis of a broad-based variety of physical activities, appropriate curriculum, and teaching skills that contribute to quality K-12 physical education.
To provide a functional understanding and critique of the nature and scope of teacher supervision in physical education.
This course examines principles and evidence-based practices associated with comprehensive school physical activity programming. Emphasis placed on strategies for developing, implementing, and evaluating school programs to make a health impact.
This course explores current perspectives and trends in policy, advocacy, and leadership development that influence the implementation of successful comprehensive school physical activity programs.
Examination and application of theories and concepts of health behavior relevant to comprehensive school physical activity programming.
Introduction to the topics incorporated in children's wellness including nutrition, health, and safety as they relate to the school-based context.
Develop an understanding of and skill in financial resource management for the operation of programs in sport, physical education, fitness, athletics and recreation.
Develop advanced understanding and skill in management of sport sponsorships. Emphasis will be on the application of marketing principles and exchange theory relating to managing sport sponsorship in specific scenarios
Advanced study of the application of sociological concepts and theories to current issues in kinesiology.
Identification and examination of the contemporary issues and problems in sport in American higher education, their historical foundation, and propose methods for their resolution.
This class will explore current problems, trends, and research in the field of Fundraising and Development. This class will provide students the opportunity to gain experience in the fundraising industry.
Advanced study of employment law, intellectual property, labor law, antitrust, and contract law in sport business.
SES 688: with minimum grade of C
This course is designed to provide students information and knowledge on the operation and management of sports facilities and events.
Presentation of principles, standards and guidelines in sport public relations and information systems involved in sport information management.
Focus is on sport consumers’ actions in the marketplace. A broad and contemporary view of consumer behavior and its relationship to marketing action in the sport sector is used.
Philosophical perspectives of issues in physical education and sport, which are influenced by contemporary trends in American education.
Examines the empirical and conceptual scholarship related to the teaching process, teachers experiences and professional preparation and development of teachers in physical activity contexts.
The course will explore research associated with program design and evaluation across a variety of physical activity settings within schools and the community.
Students will examine critical pedagogical philosophies and strategies while analyzing Socialization process in schools. Also, students will learn how to develop critical awareness and take transformative action in schools.
Study the law and implications relative to physical education and sport. Emphasis on legal theory and responsibilities and risk management.
Examine professional and scholarly issues in exercise science, physical education and sport administration through readings, discussions, laboratory tutorials and presentations of current research topics. S/U graded.
Supervised experience structured to the special focus and functions of the student's graduate program. S/U graded.
Engage in a course of study designed to investigate a special topic.
Students will make an in-depth study of contemporary topics under guidance of qualified graduate faculty and consultants.
Examines instructional models, issues and practices specific to teaching at the college level. Presentation modes such as lecture, discussion, questioning and small group procedures will be included.
Optional for Master of Science students on recommendation of major advisor. S/U graded.
This seminar is designed to provide students with an advanced overview of research methods and techniques that are used in the sport setting.
SES 602: with minimum grade of C
For doctoral candidates planning to conduct research in Physical Education or allied areas. Learn techniques and procedures of research and receive aids in development of required research outline for degree.
Student will undertake an in-depth study of current topics related to the administration and management of sport, physical education, fitness and athletic programs.
This seminar is designed to provide students with a deep understanding of organizational behavior theories that are used in the sport setting.
This seminar is designed to improve students’ synthesis of theory into academic writing. Additionally, broad organizational concepts will be utilized as a theoretical background for writing exercises.
This seminar is designed to provide students with a deep understanding of sport finance theories that are used in the sport setting.
SES 650: with minimum grade of C
Provide a supervised college teaching experience. S/U graded.
This course is designed for doctoral students in sport administration. The objective of the course is to provide students with a research background in Sport Consumer Behavior.
Doctoral students must earn a minimum-maximum of 4 hours credit in partial fulfillment of degree requirements. S/U graded.
Doctoral students must earn at least 12 hours of credit for the dissertation as a requirement of the student's doctoral program. S/U graded.
To permit a graduate student to continue making progress in a degree program. S/U graded.