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Athletics - SPH-A

SPH-A 269 Clinical Education in Athletic Training I (1 cr.) P: Acceptance into the Athletic Training Program. (Formerly HPER-A 269) Introductory clinical education for students admitted into the Athletic Training Education Program (ATEP). Students will complete laboratory experiences as well as gain approximately 200-300 hours of practical experience each semester under the direct supervision of certified athletic trainers or other health care providers.

SPH-A 270 Clinical Education in Athletic Training II (1 cr.) P: Acceptance into the Athletic Training Program. (Formerly HPER-A 270) Introductory clinical education for students admitted into the Athletic Training Education Program (ATEP). Students will complete laboratory experiences as well as gain approximately 200-300 hours of practical experience each semester under the direct supervision of certified athletic trainers or other health care providers.

SPH-A 279 Recognition and Evaluation of Lower Extremity Injuries in the Physically Active (3 cr.) P: Acceptance into the Athletic Training Program. (Formerly HPER-A 279) Educates the athletic training student in principles and procedures of soft tissue evaluation of lower extremity injuries. Includes skill development and practice in evaluating techniques for assessing lower extremity trauma.

SPH-A 281 Recognition and Evaluation of Upper Extremity Injuries in the Physically Active (3 cr.) P: Acceptance into the Athletic Training Program. (Formerly HPER-A 281) Educates the athletic training student in principles and procedures of soft tissue evaluation of upper extremity injuries. Includes skill development and practice in evaluation techniques for assessing upper extremity trauma.

SPH-A 282 Strapping and Bandaging of the Physically Active (3 cr.) P: Acceptance into the Athletic Training Program. (Formerly HPER-A 282) 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.

SPH-A 283 General Medical Issues in Athletic Training (3 cr.) P: Acceptance into the Athletic Training Program. (Formerly HPER-A 283) Development of knowledge related to general and medical conditions confronting the Development of knowledge related to general and medical conditions confronting the athletic trainer. An emphasis is placed on understanding the signs, symptoms, and predisposing conditions to theses illnesses and conditions. An introduction to principles of pharmacology, assessment and treatment of illness. Off-campus service learning activities may be required. Make consistent with Accreditation Standards may be required.

SPH-A 361 Coaching of Football (2 cr.) (Formerly HPER-A 361) Fundamentals of offensive and defensive line and backfield play; technique of forward passing; outstanding rules; offensive plays; most frequently used defenses.

SPH-A 363 Coaching of Baseball (2 cr.) (Formerly HPER-A 363) Fundamentals of pitching, catching, batting, base running, infield and outfield play; offensive and defensive strategy; organization and management.

SPH-A 364 Coaching of Track and Field (2 cr.) (Formerly HPER-A 364) 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.

SPH-A 366 Coaching of Gymnastics (2 cr.) (Formerly HPER-A 366) 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.

SPH-A 367 Coaching of Swimming and Diving (2 cr.) (Formerly HPER-A 367) Theory and methods of coaching swimming and diving, covering technical, administrative, and organizational aspects of the process. Emphasis on fundamentals, conditioning, and coaching psychology.

SPH-A 368 Coaching of Tennis (2 cr.) (Formerly HPER-A 368) 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.

SPH-A 370 Coaching of Soccer (2 cr.) (Formerly HPER-A 370) 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.

SPH-A 371 Coaching of Volleyball (2 cr.) (Formerly HPER-A 371) 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.

SPH-A 381 Clinical Education in Athletic Training III (1 cr.) P: Acceptance into the Athletic Training Program. (Formerly HPER-A 381) Intermediate clinical education for students admitted into the Athletic Training Education Program (ATEP). Students will complete laboratory experiences as well as gain approximately 200-300 hours of practical experience each semester under the direct supervision of certified athletic trainers or other health care providers.

SPH-A 382 Clinical Education in Athletic Training IV (1 cr.) P: Acceptance into the Athletic Training Program. (Formerly HPER-A 382) Intermediate clinical education for students admitted into the Athletic Training Education Program (ATEP). Students will complete laboratory experiences as well as gain approximately 200 - 300 hours of practical experience each semester under the direct supervision of certified athletic trainers or other health care providers.

SPH-A 383 Principles and Techniques of Therapeutic Modalities (3 cr.) P: Acceptance into the Athletic Training Program. 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.

SPH-A 384 Principles and Techniques of Therapeutic Exercise (4 cr.) P: Acceptance into the Athletic Training Program. (Formerly HPER-A 384) Principles in the use of physical medicine and rehabilitation techniques to treat the injured physically active person, to facilitate enhanced recovery and safe return to activity. Lecture, demonstration, and laboratory experienced in the principles of therapeutic exercise.

SPH-A 387 Management of Dance Injuries (3 cr.) An introduction to the health care issues encountered by dance professionals. Students will recognize basic problems and injuries that occur in the field and have a solid understanding of essential first aid and treatment concepts.

SPH-A 481 Clinical Education in Athletic Training V (1 cr.) P: Acceptance into the Athletic Training Program. (Formerly HPER-A 481) Advanced clinical education for students admitted into the Athletic Education Program (ATEP). Students will complete laboratory experiences as well as gain approximately 200-300 hours of practical experience each semester under the direct supervision of certified athletic trainers or other health care providers.

SPH-A 482 Clinical Education in Athletic Training VI (1 cr.) P: Acceptance into the Athletic Training Program. (Formerly HPER-A 482) Advanced clinical education for students admitted into the Athletic Training Education Program (ATEP). Students will complete laboratory experiences as well as gain approximately 200-300 hours of practical experience each semester under the direct supervision of certified athletic trainers or other health care providers. (spring semester)

SPH-A 483 Principles of Sports Officiating (1 cr.) P: Acceptance into the Athletic Training Program. (Formerly HPER-A 483) 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.

SPH-A 490 Organization and Administration of Athletic Training (3 cr.) P: Acceptance into the Athletic Training Program. (Formerly HPER-A 490) 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.

SPH-A 494 Organization and Administration of Athletic Training (3 cr.) P: Acceptance into the Athletic Training Program. (Formerly HPER-A 494) 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.

SPH-A 581 Athletic Training Principles for the Spine (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-A 581) 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.

SPH-A 582 Current Topics in Athletic Training (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-A 582) 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.

SPH-A 584 Administration of Athletic Training (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-A 584) 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.

SPH-A 585 Rehabilitation and Conditioning of Athletes (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-A 585) 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.

SPH-A 586 Athletic Training Principles for Therapeutic Modalities (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-A 586) Physical and chemical properties of hydro- and electrotherapy with an emphasis on the physiological and anatomical principles, techniques, and legal aspects of application.

SPH-A 587 Athletic Training Principles for Upper Extremities (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-A 587) 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.

SPH-A 588 Anatomical Basis of Athletic Injuries (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-A 588) A gross anatomy course focusing on the extremities. Emphasis will be placed on the link between anatomical structure, sports medicine, athletic injuries, and rehabilitative techniques. The course is designed to be a self-guided learning experience. The laboratory portion of the class will comprise the majority of time; activities include cadaver dissection, 3-D computerized images, and extremity models. However, several classroom lectures will be presented to supplement the laboratory experiences.

SPH-A 590 Athletic Training Principles for Lower Extremities (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-A 590) Evaluation and advanced management of injuries to the lower extremity including, but not limited to, the foot, ankle, knee, hip, and sacroiliac joints. Assessment of gait, orthotic construction, and surgical procedures needed to correct severe injuries. Relevant orthopedic controversies concerning injury management.

SPH-A 610 Introduction to Athletic Training Research (2 cr.) (Formerly HPER-A 610) This course will address a variety of introductory topics related to critical review of research in medical sciences and athletic training. Topics vary by semester. Repeatable for credit.

SPH-A 611 Advanced Topics: Athletic Training Research (2 cr.) (Formerly HPER-A 611) This course will address varied advanced topics related to experimental design and presentation of research in medical sciences and athletic training. Topics vary by semester. S/F grading. (spring semester)
Repeatable once for credit with different topic.

SPH-A 695 Practicum in Athletic Training (2 cr.) P: Graduate GPA of at least 3.0. Only open to Athletic Training majors. (Formerly HPER-A 603) Practical field experience under supervision; seminar sessions. Only S/F grades given.

Communication - SPH-C

SPH-C 213 Introduction to Sport Communication (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-P 213) An introduction to the area of sport communication. Emphasis is placed on the fields within sport communication, including, but not limited to: sport information, public relations, media relations, player relations, radio and TV sports production, marketing and research, interactive media, media trends, production competencies, and employment options and trends.

SPH-C 251 Sport and the Electronic Media (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-P 251) The purpose of this class is to introduce the concepts and ideas relating to electronically-mediated sport communication. Included in the class are modules relating to visual and field communication, and new media-based written and aural forms of sport communication. Students are required to create, edit, and analyze content.

SPH-C 329 Issues in Sport Communication (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-P 329) Examines issues in sport communication utilizing extensive student participation in case scenarios, role playing, and sport communication profiles. Special attention is given to topics including: historical and theoretical features of the field, personal and organizational processes, sport media, services and support systems, sociological and legal aspects.

SPH-C 497 Internship in Sport Communication (3 cr.) P: Instructor permission; Internship must be approved in advance. (Formerly HPER-P 438) A field learning experience for sport communication majors. Only S/F grades given. Repeatable for credit.

SPH-C 580 Sport Communications (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-K 580) The application of communication theories to the sport industry. Examination of public and media relations with a special focus on message development, image building and crisis management of sport organizations.

SPH-C 582 Creative Sports Writing (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-K 582) This class will offer an overview of sports writing from its origins to its current status in the 21st century. The course will enable students to learn fundamentals of the sports writing process from informatic gathering to writing and editing copy. Students will gain skills necessary for working in today's sport departments and will also learn how to critically analyze others' articles. This class is about writing well and grammar counts. Students must convey stories clearly, accurately, and creatively.

SPH-C 584 Leadership and Sport Communication (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-K 584) An introduction to contemporary theories and practical applications of leadership attitudes, behaviors, and strategies that help sport management professionals communicate effectively. Special attention is given to issues in understanding human behavior in organizational context, motivation, group resource maximization, managing conflict, directing organizational cultures, managing and leading through chaos and complexity, and how leaders in sport can succeed through effective professional communication.

SPH-C 586 Understanding Sport Media (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-K 586) Examination of sports societal influence focusing on media issues from a socio-cultural-historical perspective. As well as, contemporary perspectives. Focus on converging worlds of print journalism, electronic media, public relations, advertising documentary and emerging technologies as expressed in the new commercial reality of sport.

Kinesiology - SPH-K

SPH-K 140 Foundations and Principles of Physical Education (2 cr.) C: SPH-K 141 (Formerly HPER-P 140) 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.

SPH-K 141 Fundamentals of Human Movement (3 cr.) C: SPH-K 140 (Formerly HPER-P 141) 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.

SPH-K 200 Microcomputer Applications in Kinesiology (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-P 200) 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.

SPH-K 203 Teaching Practicum in Physical Education (1 cr.) P: Admission to PETE. C: SPH-K 214. (Formerly HPER-P 203) Supervised early experience in teaching physical education skills. Repeatable for credit.

SPH-K 205 Structural Kinesiology (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-P 205) 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.

SPH-K 206 Recreational Sports Programming (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-P 206) 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.

SPH-K 212 Title (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-P 212) An introduction to the science of exercise and human movement. Special topics in exercise physiology, sport biomechanics, sports medicine, and motor integration.

SPH-K 214 Basic Methods of Teaching Physical Education (3 cr.) P: SPH-K 140; SPH-K 141; Admission to PETE. (Formerly HPER-P 214) 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.

SPH-K 216 Current Concepts and Applications in Physical Fitness (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-P 216) 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.

SPH-K 217 Methods of Group Exercise Instruction (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-P 217) Teaching and evaluation 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.

SPH-K 218 Methods of Personal Fitness Instruction (3 cr.) P: SPH-K 216 (Formerly HPER-P 218) 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.

SPH-K 219 Performance and Teaching of Stunts, Tumbling, and Novice Gymnastics (1 cr.) (Formerly HPER-P 219) Instruction and practice teaching of fundamental stunts, tumbling activities, and novice gymnastic movements.

SPH-K 224 Teaching of Dance Activities (2 cr.) (Formerly HPER-P 224) 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.

SPH-K 280 Basic Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries (2 cr.) (Formerly HPER-P 280) Course will focus on basic principles of prevention recognition and management of sport-related injuries.

SPH-K 283 Group Fitness Practicum (2 cr.) (Formerly HPER-P 283) Provides guidelines and practical experience for instructing safe, effective, and purposeful group functional training: indoor cycling, water fitness, sports conditioning and bootcamp group fitness formats; course formats utilize a coaching-style approach to group fitness. Provide guidelines and practical experience for instructing group exercise for older adults and large exercisers.

SPH-K 290 Movement Experiences for Preschool and Elementary School Children (2 cr.) (Formerly HPER-P 290) Covers potential outcomes of preschool and elementary school motor development programs, how to implement such programs, and appropriate movement experiences for young children.

SPH-K 301 Job Search Strategies for Kinesiology Students (1 cr.) (Formerly HPER-P 301) This course is designed to assist junior and senior level kinesiology students prepare for their professional endeavors after college. It will help students develop a career plan by addressing general job search strategies, as well as strategies specific to the fields of healthcare, fitness, and wellness, sport marketing and management, and sport communication.

SPH-K 303 Physical Education Laboratory/ Field Experience (0–3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-P 303) Laboratory or field experience in physical education.

SPH-K 313 Tools of Learning (3 cr.) P: SPH-K 214. (Formerly HPER-P 313) 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.

SPH-K 314 Intermediate Methods in Teaching Physical Education (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-P 314) Emphasizes 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.

SPH-K 316 Theories of Advanced Conditioning (2 cr.) (Formerly HPER-P 316) 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.

SPH-K 317 Theory and Practice of Resistance Training (2 cr.) (Formerly HPER-P 317) 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. This course will follow NSCA guidelines.

SPH-K 323 Teaching Individual and Dual Activities (2 cr.) P: SPH-K 214. (Formerly HPER-P 323) 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.

SPH-K 325 Teaching of Team Sports (2 cr.) P: SPH-K 214. (Formerly HPER-P 325) 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.

SPH-K 326 Lifeguard Training and Water Safety Instructor (3 cr.) P: Advanced swimming proficiency and 17 years of age. (Formerly HPER-P 326) Instruction and analysis of swimming and lifesaving skills. Teaching methods and organizational techniques for all levels of swimming. Qualifying students receive the A.R.C. WSI Certification.

SPH-K 334 Cultural Diversity in American Sport (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-P 334) 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.

SPH-K 335 Theories of Conditioning for Coaching (3 cr.) P: Limited to coaching minor students or permission of instructor. (Formerly HPER-P 335) 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.

SPH-K 375 Practicum in Preschool and Elementary School Physical Education (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-P 395) Supervised teaching experiences in physical education with preschool and elementary school children.
Repeatable for credit.

SPH-K 385 Practicum in Adapted Physical (1–3 cr.) P: SPH-K 398; Instructor permission. (Formerly HPER-P 399) A practical learning experience in adapted physical education with disabled children. Repeatable for credit.

SPH-K 391 Biomechanics (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-P 391) 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.

SPH-K 395 Fitness Specialist Practicum (2 cr.) (Formerly HPER-P 319) Provides practical experiences involving program design, exercise analysis, and exercise prescription in applied settings: Briscoe, YMCA, and various supervised fitness and workshop settings. Students will document experiences to meet the requirement of 100 hours in an applied work setting. Internship eligibility requires successful completion.

SPH-K 398 Adapted Physical Education (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-P 398) 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.

SPH-K 405 Exercise and Sport Psychology (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-P 405) 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.

SPH-K 409 Basic Physiology of Exercise (3 cr.) P: ANAT-A 215 or SPH-K 205 and PHSL-P 215 or equivalent. (Formerly HPER-P 409) 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.

SPH-K 412 Exercise in Health and Disease (3 cr.) P: Prerequisite or corequisite: SPH-K 409, PHSL-P 431 or instructor consent. (Formerly HPER-P 412) Designed for students preparing for careers in medical professions: In-depth scientific study of etiology, pathophysiology, and mechanisms of exercise intervention for chronic diseases: including, not limited to, atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease, hypertension, metabolic syndrome, diabetes (including complications), hyperlipidemia, obesity, cancer, and chronic obstructive lung disease.

SPH-K 414 Professional Seminar in Physical Education (1 cr.) P: EDUC-M 456 and concurrent EDUC-M 482. (Formerly HPER-P 414) Course focus on problem solving, reflection, and professional development during student teaching semester. Portfolio completion and exit interview.

SPH-K 416 Fitness Administration (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-P 416) Provides practical experience and content information on administrative practices of fitness/wellness programs. Learn current trends in fitness and explore practices and organizational methods for delivering fitness services to the community.

SPH-K 417 Physical Activity and Disease: Prevention and Treatment (3 cr.) P: ANAT-A 215 or SPH-K 205 and PHSL-P 215; (SPH-K 409 recommended). (Formerly HPER-P 417) Provides an overview of the role of physical activity in the prevention of disease and disability. The causes of common diseases, physiological impact, and treatment side effects of common diseases will be discussed to enable effective exercise prescription within special populations.

SPH-K 419 Fitness Testing and Interpretation (3 cr.) P: SPH-K 409. (Formerly HPER-P 419) Provides practical experience with various fitness testing protocols, basic exercise prescription, and interpretation of fitness data.

SPH-K 420 Exercise Leadership and Program Design (3 cr.) P: SPH-K 319, SPH-K 417, and SPH-K 419. (Formerly HPER-P 420) The course is designed to be a culminating experience for the fitness specialist student to demonstrate practical application of the theory, techniques and skills of safe, effective, efficient exercise leadership and program design in a variety of supervised settings with both apparently healthy and special populations. This course serves as a foundation for becoming a qualified candidate for the AGSM Health, Fitness Instructor national certification.

SPH-K 421 Special Topics in Physical Education (1–3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-P 421) An in-depth investigation of a contemporary topic in the field of physical education. Topics vary. Repeatable for credit with different topic.

SPH-K 427 Administration, Maintenance, and Construction of Aquatic Facilities (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-P 427) Information in pool management, maintenance, and construction, with emphasis on the newest design information and construction techniques.

SPH-K 435 Philosophical Foundations of Coaching (3 cr.) P: Limited to Coaching minor students or instructor consent. (Formerly HPER-P 435) 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.

SPH-K 444 Issues in Physical Education and Sport (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-P 444) A senior seminar. Major arguments, pro and con, on a number of controversial ideas in physical education and sport. Repeatable for credit.

SPH-K 450 Special Topics in Kinesiology (1–3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-P 445) Workshops, institutes, clinics, or seminars in kinesiology. Credit will depend on the nature of the project undertaken and the length of time involved. Repeatable for credit with different topic.

SPH-K 452 Motor Learning (3 cr.) P: SPH-K 205 or ANAT-A 215, PHSL-P 215, or consent of instructor. Open to juniors and seniors only. (Formerly HPER-P 452) 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.

SPH-K 455 Practicum in Coaching (2 cr.) P: Junior/senior standing. (Formerly HPER-P 455) 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.

SPH-K 464 Small Boat Sailing Instructor (3 cr.) P: Instructor permission. (Formerly HPER-P 464) U.S. Sailing Small Boat Sailor Level 1 Instructor course. Course topics include sports psychology, sports physiology, lesson planning, risk management, and teaching techniques.

SPH-K 472 Scuba Instructor Development (3 cr.) P: SPH-I 470 or divemaster certification. (Formerly HPER-P 472) Instructor development course for recreational scuba diving. Participants will complete all basic requirements before standard national evaluation exams.

SPH-K 473 Laboratory Teaching in the Physical Education Program (1 cr.) (Formerly HPER-P 495) 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. Repeatable for credit.

SPH-K 480 Current Trends in Physical Education (1–3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-P 480) 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.

SPH-K 485 Practicum in Physical Education and Athletics (1–3 cr.) P: Instructor permission. (Formerly HPER-P 498) A practical learning experience in teaching and/or coaching under guidance of faculty and supervisor. Only S/F grades given. Repeatable for up to 3 credits.

SPH-K 488 Athletic Training Assessment of and Adaptation for Individuals with Physical Disabilities (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-P 488) Designed for athletic training majors, this course identifies, analyzes, and evaluates physically disabling conditions and rehabilitation procedures, including muscle testing, joint assessment, therapeutic exercises, and adaptations for a physical education setting.

SPH-K 490 Motor Development and Learning (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-P 490) 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.

SPH-K 492 Research in Kinesiology (1–3 cr.) P: Instructor permission; Research proposal must be approved in advance. (Formerly HPER-P 491) Open to junior or senior majors or minors in kinesiology. Permission of department chair is required. Repeatable for credit.

SPH-K 495 Tools of Learning for Elementary School Children (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-P 494) Creative and playground equipment appropriate for teaching elementary school children. Techniques for integrating cognitive, affective, and psychomotor behavior through the use of this equipment.

SPH-K 496 Laboratory Assisting or Field Experience in Kinesiology (1–3 cr.) P: Instructor permission. (Formerly HPER-P 492) 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. Repeatable for credit.

SPH-K 497 Internship in Exercise Science (1–3 cr.) P: Instructor permission; Internship must be approved in advance. (Formerly HPER-P 448) A field learning experience for exercise science majors. Only S/F grades given. Repeatable for credit.

SPH-K 503 Workshops in Kinesiology (1–3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-K 503) Designed to cover a variety of topics in the area of kinesiology. Repeatable for credit with different topic.

SPH-K 506 Computer Applications in Kinesiology (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-K 506) 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.

SPH-K 524 Exercise and Physical Activity for People with Disabilities (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-K 524) 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.

SPH-K 527 Adherence to Physical Activity (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-K 527) An overview of empirical research and theoretical perspectives on adherence to various forms of physical activity. Research on special populations will be emphasized.

SPH-K 530 Mechanical Analysis of Human Performance (3 cr.) P: ANAT-A 215 or equivalent; PHYS-P 201 recommended. (Formerly HPER-K 530) Newtonian mechanics applied to human movement. Analysis of sports techniques.

SPH-K 533 Advanced Theories of High-Level Performance (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-K 533) 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.

SPH-K 535 Physiological Basis of Human Performance (3 cr.) P: PHSL-P 215 or equivalent. (Formerly HPER-K 535) 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.

SPH-K 536 Obesity/Body Composition (3 cr.) P: PHSL-P 215 or equivalent. (Formerly HPER-K 536) 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.

SPH-K 537 Advanced Physiology of Exercise (3 cr.) P: PHSL-P 575. (Formerly HPER-K 537) 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.

SPH-K 541 Nature and Basis of Motor Skill (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-K 541) An overview of neural mechanisms underlying motor control. Application of neurophysiological principles to human motor performance.

SPH-K 542 Neuromuscular Control of Movement (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-K 542) An overview of neural mechanisms underlying motor control. Includes applications of neurophysiological principles to human motor performance.

SPH-K 543 Cortical Control of Human Movement (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-K 543) 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 subcortical 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.

SPH-K 545 Childhood Motor Development (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-K 545) 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.

SPH-K 546 Adolescent Motor Development (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-K 546) 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.

SPH-K 547 Developmental Movement for Children (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-K 547) 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.

SPH-K 550 Special Topics in Kinesiology (1–3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-K 500) Selected topics in physical education. Repeatable for credit with different topic.

SPH-K 551 Medical Aspects of Disabling Conditions (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-K 551) 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.

SPH-K 552 Motor Assessment of Persons with Disabilities (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-K 550) 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.

SPH-K 553 Physical Activity and Health (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-K 553) Provides an overview of the role of physical activity in the prevention of disease and disability. Explores the health related consequences of inactivity and discusses interventions designed to increase physical activity within populations. The course will focus on obesity and it health related consequences.

SPH-K 554 Seminar in Physical Activity and Wellness (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-K 554) Provides an environment in which students can explore and critically analyze areas of research relevant to physical activity, fitness, and wellness.

SPH-K 555 Problems in Adapted Physical Education (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-K 552) A study of problems as they relate to philosophy, procedures, and practices in adapted physical education.

SPH-K 556 Physical Activity Assessment in Public Health (3 cr.) Students will learn the theory and practice of physical activity assessment methods and technology. Physical activity assessment methodology, statistical analysis and data interpretation will be emphasized. Practical experiences using current assessment techniques will be provided. Focus will be placed on measurement and monitoring of both physical activity and sedentary behavior, as well as understanding the delineation between these two health factors.

SPH-K 562 Exercise Prescription in Health and Disease I (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-K 562) Health fitness laboratory evaluation for exercise prescription for apparently healthy adults. Topics include 1) risk stratification, 2) laboratory evaluation and interpretation of blood chemistries, body composition, pulmonary functions, and exercise testing and 3) exercise prescription, with modification of prescription for pediatrics, obstetrics, and geriatrics.

SPH-K 563 Cardiac Assessment in Exercise Testing (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-K 563) 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.

SPH-K 565 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.

SPH-K 566 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.

SPH-K 569 Basic Pharmacologic Implication for Exercise and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-K 569) 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 (with certification).

SPH-K 573 Supervision in Physical Education (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-K 573) Principles of, problems in, and procedures for administering a city physical education program from the viewpoint of a city director or school administrator.

SPH-K 577 Seminar and Practicum in Adapted Physical Education (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-K 577) 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.

SPH-K 578 Cognitive Ergonomics (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-K 599) 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 workplaces.

SPH-K 580 Advanced Technology in Ergonomic Analysis (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-K 590) This course extends competencies in 3D CAD software for virtual world measurement and testing applications. Motion capture EMG, Force plates and Jack Human Simulation software are used to design and evaluate tools and job tasks using CAD processes.

SPH-K 581 Participatory Ergonomics (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-K 591) Course presents facilitation methodologies employed by ergonomic change teams. Models, basic principles and skills practice will be presented in: organizational change, data collection, group process and training development.

SPH-K 582 Macro-Ergonomics: Socio-technical Systems Design (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-K 592) Course presents ergonomics in the design of socio-technical systems. Social, technical, and environmental systems are considered as influences on the design, implementation and ergonomic evaluation of jobs and work systems.

SPH-K 583 Physical Ergonomics (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-K 593) Course surveys topics in physical ergonomics. Musculoskeletal structure and function are examined in relation to commonly occurring sources of strain in workplace and total design.

SPH-K 584 Human Error (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-K 594) Course presents a conceptual model of human error and associated cognitive mechanisms. This frame work is used to describe and analyze human error in the performance of tasks and use of products.

SPH-K 585 Work Design (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-K 595) This course presents work design analysis methods and development tools. Course examines the way in which workers perform job tasks, how workers interact with their tools and workspace, and the operational environment.

SPH-K 586 Industrial Design and Ergonomics (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-K 596) This course surveys the traditional relationships of industrial design and ergonomics. Course examines how aesthetic and functional needs directs the interaction of people with their environment.

SPH-K 587 Assessment in Ergonomics (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-K 597) Students will be prepared in the use of ergonomic assessment tools and methodologies for research and professional settings. Students will receive hands-on experience in the development and implementation of ergonomic solutions.

SPH-K 588 Ergonomics (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-K 588) 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.

SPH-K 589 Introduction to CAD in Ergonomics (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-K 589) This course introduces 3D CAD software and Rapid Prototyping production for research and professional ergonomic applications.

SPH-K 599 Master’s Thesis (1–5 cr.) P: Submission and approval of master's thesis committee form. (Formerly HPER-K 600) Repeatable for credit.

SPH-K 607 Internship in Ergonomics (8 cr.) P: Instructor permission; Internship must be approved in advance. (Formerly HPER-K 607) 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.

SPH-K 625 Physical Activity and Mental Health (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-K 625) A general survey of the literature. Information on both clinical and healthy populations will be presented, as will detrimental psychological outcomes.

SPH-K 630 Biomechanics of Human Performance (3 cr.) P: SPH-K 530 and PHYS-P201 or equivalent. (Formerly HPER-K 630) 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.

SPH-K 631 Quantitative Mechanical Analysis of Human Motion (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-K 631) 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.

SPH-K 633 Factors Affecting Human Performance (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-K 633) Study of human movement based on scientific foundations of human performance, including advanced kinesiological theories and neuromuscular integration.

SPH-K 634 Respiratory Physiology of Exercise (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-K 634) A system approach to the pulmonary and respiratory responses to acute and chronic exercise. Emphasis on ventilatory and respiratory adaptations associated with athletic performance to physical activity in health and disease.

SPH-K 635 Cardiovascular Physiology of Exercise (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-K 635) A systems approach to the cardiovascular responses to acute and chronic exercise. Emphasis on myocardial and circulatory adaptations associated with athletic performance to physical activity in health and disease.

SPH-K 636 Cardiopulmonary Assessment Lab (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-K 636) A study of the biochemical adaptations 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.

SPH-K 637 Intermediary Metabolism (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-K 637) 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.

SPH-K 638 Biochemical Adaptations to Exercise (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-K 638) 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) why biochemical monitoring of athletes is necessary; 3) the methodological limitations of studies in this area; and 4) how to apply biochemical methods to monitor training.

SPH-K 639 Laboratory Techniques for Exercise Biochemistry (2 cr.) (Formerly HPER-K 639) A detailed evaluation, including hands-on practice of the laboratory skills needed in a typical exercise biochemistry laboratory. Experiences will include phlebotomy, titrations, and several spectrophotometric hematological laboratory techniques.

SPH-K 641 Topics in Motor Integration (3 cr.) P: SPH-K 541. (Formerly HPER-K 641) A discussion of current research concerns in motor integration. Repeatable for credit with different topic.

SPH-K 651 Rehabilitation of Persons with Physical Disabilities (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-K 650) 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.

SPH-K 652 Clinical Exercise Physiology (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-K 662) Advanced study of disease etiology and mechanisms of exercise intervention for cardiovascular, pulmonary, immune, and metabolic disease.

SPH-K 664 Seminar in Physical Education (1–3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-K 691) Problems in physical education. Repeatable for credit with different topic.

SPH-K 691 Readings in Physical Education (3 cr.) P: Instructor permission; Graduate GPA of at least 3.0.. (Formerly HPER-K 601) Guided readings for broadening information about and understanding of the profession. Repeatable for credit.

SPH-K 693 Independent Study and Research (3 cr.) P: Instructor permission; Graduate GPA of at least 3.0.. (Formerly HPER-K 602) Independent research conducted under the guidance of a graduate faculty member. Repeatable for credit.

SPH-K 694 Seminar in Human Performance (1–3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-K 690) Topics vary. Repeatable for credit with different topic.

SPH-K 695 Practicum in Physical Education (1–3 cr.) P: Instructor permission; Graduate GPA of at least 3.0.. (Formerly HPER-K 603) Practical field experience under supervision; seminar discussions. Repeatable for credit.

SPH-K 696 M.P.H. Field Experience in Physical Activity (1–7 cr.) P: Instructor permission; Graduate GPA of at least 3.0.. Public health skills are developed through professional experiences in health settings facilitated by preceptors and supervised by faculty. Regular critiques will be held with supervisors, written progress reports and development of a major independent project are required. Graded on S/F basis only. Repeatable for credit.

SPH-K 697 Internship in Kinesiology (2–8 cr.) P: Instructor permission; Graduate GPA of at least 3.0.. (Formerly HPER-K 604) 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. Repeatable for credit.

SPH-K 698 M.P.H. Culminating Experience in Physical Activity (1–2 cr.) P: Instructor permission; Students must be in their final year of the MPH program to enroll in the fall SPH-K 698 course. Enrollment in the spring SPH-K 698 requires successful completion (passing grade) of the fall culminating experience course. Students must enroll in SPH-K 698 for 1 credit fall semester and 1 credit spring semester in their final year of the MPH program. C: SPH-K 696. This course provides students with an opportunity to demonstrate the extent to which they have met the MPH Program Competencies in Physical Activity. Graded on S/F basis only. Repeatable for credit.

SPH-K 705 Experimental Laboratory Techniques (2–5 cr.) (Formerly HPER-K 705) Experimental investigation of problems in the area of human performance, including laboratory design and advanced research techniques.

SPH-K 791 Readings in Human Performance (2–5 cr.) P: Instructor permission; Graduate GPA of at least 3.0.. (Formerly HPER-K 701) 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). Repeatable for credit.

SPH-K 792 Research in Human Performance (2–5 cr.) P: Instructor permission; Graduate GPA of at least 3.0.; Research proposal must be approved in advance. (Formerly HPER-K 702) Repeatable for credit.

SPH-K 799 Ph.D. Dissertation (1–30 cr.) P: Instructor permission. (Formerly HPER-K 799) Repeatable for credit.

Marketing and Management - SPH-M

SPH-M 211 Introduction to Sport Management (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-P 211) 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.

SPH-M 304 Sport Industry Studies (1–4 cr.) (Formerly HPER-P 304) A topical course in sport studies and emerging trends. Through lectures, group projects, experiential learning, and study of the current and future state of various elements of sport marketing, sport management, and sport communication, students will gain a greater understanding of the challenges facing today's sport professionals. Topics will change semester by semester. Repeatable for credit with different topic.

SPH-M 318 Management of the Sport Enterprise (3 cr.) P: Admission to Sport Marketing and Management program. (Formerly HPER-P 318) 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.

SPH-M 328 Issues in Intercollegiate Athletics (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-P 328) Examination of current issues in intercollegiate sport in America. This course presents the historical foundation of current issues and solutions, and examines current positions and arguments.

SPH-M 333 Sport in America: Historical Perspectives (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-P 333) 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.

SPH-M 382 Sport in American Society (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-P 392) 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.

SPH-M 404 Colloquium in Sport Management (1–3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-P 404) A sport management colloquium that is focused on experiential learning, content projects, and study of the current and future state of various elements of sport marketing, sport management, sport communication, and sport administration. Through hands-on projects and interactions with industry professionals, students will gain a greater understanding of the challenges facing today's sport administration professionals. Colloquium topics will change by semester. Repeatable for credit with different topic.

SPH-M 411 Legal Issues in Sport Settings (3 cr.) P: BUS-L 201; Admission to Sport Marketing and Management program. (Formerly HPER-P 411) 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.

SPH-M 415 Sport Promotions and Public Relations (3 cr.) P: Admission to Sport Marketing and Management program. (Formerly HPER-P 415) An introduction to the theories and techniques of sport promotions, public relations, and fund-raising.

SPH-M 418 Sport Marketing (3 cr.) P: SPH-M 211 and BUS-M 300 or BUS-M 301; Admission to Sport Marketing and Management program. (Formerly HPER-P 418) 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.

SPH-M 423 Financial Principles in Sport (3 cr.) P: Admission to Sport Marketing and Management program. (Formerly HPER-P 423) 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.

SPH-M 425 Sport Governance in the Global Community (3 cr.) P: Admission to Sport Marketing and Management program. (Formerly HPER-P 425) 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.

SPH-M 426 Sales Management in Sport (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-P 426) The application of sales strategies to the sport industry.

SPH-M 428 Strategic Management in the Sport Industry (3 cr.) P: Admission to Sport Marketing and Management program. (Formerly HPER-P 428) Study of the sport industry with an emphasis on developing an understanding of how firms within the sport industry develop and apply competitive strategies.

SPH-M 495 Practicum in Sport Studies (1–3 cr.) P: Instructor permission; Practicum must be approved in advance; Admission to Sport Marketing and Management program. (Formerly HPER-P 439) Practical job-related learning experience in sport management or marketing under supervision of professional in area.
Repeatable for credit.

SPH-M 497 Internship in Sport Management (1–6 cr.) P: Instructor permission; Internship must be approved in advance; Admission to Sport Marketing and Management program. (Formerly HPER-P 449) A field learning experience for sport management majors. Repeatable for credit.

SPH-M 510 Administrative Theory of Competitive Sports Programs (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-K 510) 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.

SPH-M 511 Legal Issues in the Sport Environment (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-K 511) 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.

SPH-M 512 Issues in Commercial Sports (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-K 512) An introduction to the business and legal issues confronting the commercial 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.

SPH-M 513 Sport and Higher Education (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-K 513) 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.

SPH-M 514 Sport Marketing and Sponsorship (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-K 514) Examination of strategic market planning and its impact on sport marketing. Covers elements of the marketing mix, licensing and merchandising, event marketing, and sponsorship.

SPH-M 516 The Sport Industry (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-K 516) A study of the sport industry with an emphasis on developing an understanding of how firms within the sport industry create a competitive advantage.

SPH-M 517 Contemporary Sports Law Issues (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-K 517) Comprehensive analysis of timely legal issues impacting participation, administration, or consumption of amateur and/or professional sports.

SPH-M 518 Governance in Sport Management (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-K 518) This course provides students with an advanced 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.

SPH-M 521 History of Sport in the United States (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-K 521) 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.

SPH-M 522 The Role of Sports in Society (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-K 522) 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.

SPH-M 525 Psychological Foundations of Exercise and Sport (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-K 525) 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.

SPH-M 581 Sales and Service Management in Sport (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-K 581) The application of sales and service management strategies to the sport industry. Examination of customer relationship management methods and sales techniques in sport.

SPH-M 583 Sport Public Relations (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-K 583) The application of public relations practices to the sport industry. Examination of public relations strategies and techniques in sport organizations.

SPH-M 585 American Sport through Film (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-K 585) The study and analysis of American sport through the use of sport films and sport documentaries. Emphasis is upon how films and documentaries portray American sport and the interaction of sport with American culture.

SPH-M 611 NCAA Compliance (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-K 611) NCAA compliance policy and practice issues. Adaptation of regulations, application, and governance of the NCAA and member institutions. History, development of the membership and association regulations, enforcement and administration procedures.

SPH-M 614 Sport Sponsorship and Retention (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-K 614) The application of sponsorship acquisition methods to the sport industry. Examination of sport sponsorship retention strategies and sponsorship evaluation methods in sport.

SPH-M 615 Financial Analysis in Sport (3 cr.) P: SPH-X 561 or equivalent. (Formerly HPER-K 615) 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.

SPH-M 677 Internship in Athletics (3 cr.) P: Instructor permission; Graduate GPA of at least 3.0. (Formerly HPER-K 606) 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. Repeatable for credit.

SPH-M 687 Internship in Sport Management (2–5 cr.) P: Instructor permission; Graduate GPA of at least 3.0. (Formerly HPER-K 605) 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.
Repeatable for credit.

Physical Activity Instruction - SPH-I

SPH-I 100 Experiences in Physical Activity (1–3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-E 100) 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. Repeatable for credit with different activity.

SPH-I 102 Group Exercise (1 cr.) (Formerly HPER-E 102) A total fitness class that emphasizes cardiorespiratory conditioning, flexibility, muscular endurance, strength and balance. A variety of activities will be featured utilizing such equipment as steps, weights, resistance bands and music. Repeatable once for credit.

SPH-I 103 Archery (1 cr.) (Formerly HPER-E 103) 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.

SPH-I 106 Basic Fishing Techniques (1 cr.) (Formerly HPER-E 106) Basic and innovative techniques for catching largemouth bass. This course is an overview of techniques involved in catching bass, conservation of the species, and long range goals for its maintenance. Lecture only.

SPH-I 109 Ballroom and Social Dance (1 cr.) (Formerly HPER-E 109) Students will learn steps and patterns in the following six dances: waltz, tango, foxtrot, cha-cha, rumba, and swing/jive. (Possibly samba and hustle as well). Every class period we will learn steps in three of the dances and　alternate dances each day. As part of the learning process of social dancing, students will rotate partners during the class period. To increase the time students spend dancing, female students will also learn to dance the leader's part. For this purpose, students will be rotated alphabetically.

SPH-I 111 Basketball (1 cr.) (Formerly HPER-E 111) Instruction in fundamental skills of shooting, passing, ball handling, footwork, basic strategies of offensive and defensive play, and interpretation of rules.

SPH-I 112 Bicycling (1 cr.) (Formerly HPER-E 112) Beginning instruction in the principles of fitness through a cycling program. Fitness testing and cardiovascular training. Proper riding technique, safety, and other features of competitive and recreational cycling. Lecture only.

SPH-I 113 Billiards (1 cr.) (Formerly HPER-E 113) Instruction in basic skills, including bridge forming, stroke techniques, bank shots, and cue ball spin.

SPH-I 117 Bowling (1 cr.) (Formerly HPER-E 117) Beginning instruction in the fundamentals of approach, release, arm swing, methods of scoring, rules, and etiquette on the lanes. Explanation of lane construction, lane condition, and automatic machines.

SPH-I 119 Personal Fitness (2 cr.) (Formerly HPER-E 119) Designed to help students understand the basics of physical fitness and how being physically fit related to healthy living. Emphasis is on developing a personalized program of exercise for a lifetime of beneficial physical activity. Geared to all students including those not having had previous athletic or physical education experience.

SPH-I 121 Conditioning and Weight Training (1 cr.) (Formerly HPER-E 121) Instruction in basic principles of conditioning and weight training. Emphasis on muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility, and cardiorespiratory endurance.

SPH-I 127 Fencing (1 cr.) (Formerly HPER-E 127) Instruction in guard position, footwork, and basic defensive and offensive skills. Emphasis on fencing with "'foil"' and an overview of the sabre and epee.

SPH-I 130 Army Physical Fitness (2 cr.) (Formerly HPER-E 130) The path to total fitness requires a combination of physical conditioning, mental conditioning, and common-sense dietary considerations. Army Physical Fitness is for those willing to accept a disciplined regimen proven to lead to total fitness.

SPH-I 132 Beginning Irish Dance (1 cr.) (Formerly HPER-E 132) Beginning level that focuses on trebles or shuffles. Students weave steps and combinations of steps into complete jugs and reels. Class will work on dance phrases by repeating exercises for correct foot placement and body carriage. Students will learn about both types of Irish dances by identifying different music, rhythms, and steps.

SPH-I 133 Fitness and Jogging I (1 cr.) (Formerly HPER-E 133) Beginning instruction in the basic principles of fitness as they apply to a jogging program. Emphasis on cardiorespiratory endurance and flexibility. Basic concepts underlying Dr. Kenneth Cooper's aerobic program. For students without prior experience in jogging programs, aerobics levels I through III.

SPH-I 134 Middle Eastern Dance (1 cr.) (Formerly HPER-E 134) This course focuses on the classical solo women's dance of the Middle East that is popularly known as belly dance. This dance will improve flexibility, strength, conditioning, rhythm, and coordination. Class involves warm-ups and stretches and progresses to short dance combinations, choreographies and improvisational exercises accompanied by traditional and world music.

SPH-I 135 Golf (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-E 135) Beginning instruction in techniques for putting, chipping, pitching, iron swing, and wood strokes. Rules and etiquette of golf. Students play on par 3 courses.

SPH-I 140 Beginning Brazilian Ju-Jitsu (1 cr.) (Formerly HPER-E 140)
Instruction in the basic ground fighting techniques, throwing, joint locks, chokes, and some self-defense derived from Caique Brazilian Ju-Jitsu. Students should achieve rudimentary technical skill and learn the philosophy and concepts used in ground-fighting martial art practice as well as applying these concepts to competitive ground fighting. Focus is placed on body posturing, position control, flow-drills, and submission techniques.

SPH-I 143 Modern Arnis (1 cr.) (Formerly HPER-E 143) Instruction in basic weapon handling and self-defense using concepts and drills taken from the Remy Presas Modern Arnis system. Students should achieve rudimentary technical skill and learn the philosophy and concepts to empty-hand martial art practice as well as applying these concepts to empty-hand martial art practice. Focus is placed on footwork, body posturing, weapon control, flow-drills, and disarms.

SPH-I 144 Chi Gong (1 cr.) (Formerly HPER-E 144) Designed to give students an understanding and an appreciation of the function of chi gong. Qigong (another spelling of this ancient Chinese art) is an energy balancing and energy generation and restoration method of training consisting of visualizations and affirmations combined with a series of gentle movements that can be easily learned by anyone who wants to improve and sustain their health and wellness. Students are expected to learn a set of chi gong and other basic techniques of tension release and energy restoration. Grading will be based on attendance.

SPH-I 145 Introduction to the Martial Arts (1 cr.) (Formerly HPER-E 145) A basic introduction to the martial arts, including karate, hapkido, jujitsu, judo, aikido, kung-fu, boxing, and wrestling. Students will learn the core concepts of each art, and thus gain a working understanding of what the martial arts are all about, and the differences between them.

SPH-I 146 Jeet Kune Do Concepts (1 cr.) (Formerly HPER-E 146) Instruction in the basic concepts of Jeet Kune Do philosophy and techniques derived from Jun-fan Kickboxing and Wing-chun Kung Fu. Students should achieve rudimentary technical skill in the art of Jun-fan Kickboxing and Wing-chun and learn the philosophy and training concepts of Jeet Kune Do.

SPH-I 147 Hapkido (1 cr.) (Formerly HPER-E 147) Instruction in techniques for throwing, blocking, striking, kicking, and self-defense applications of joint locks. Students should achieve technical skill level of yellow belt. Judo uniform required.

SPH-I 148 Title (1 cr.) (Formerly HPER-E 148) Introduction to the slow movements of t'ai chi ch'uan. Course provides instruction in William C. C. Chen's 60 movement form, physics of body leverage, history, philosophy, and cultural context. One of the most popular forms of exercise in China today.

SPH-I 149 Judo (1 cr.) (Formerly HPER-E 149) Beginning instruction in techniques for throwing, grappling skills and limited self defense. Students should achieve technical skill level of yellow belt. Judo uniform required.

SPH-I 150 Tae Kwon Do (1 cr.) (Formerly HPER-E 150) Beginning instruction in techniques of blocking, kicking, striking, punching, limited free fighting, and self-defense. Students should achieve technical level of yellow belt. Karate uniform required.

SPH-I 151 Self Defense (1 cr.) (Formerly HPER-E 151) Instruction in techniques for practical common sense self defense skills and situations. No uniform required.

SPH-I 152 Japanese Ju-Jitsu (1 cr.) (Formerly HPER-E 152) Introduces the basic instruction and application of techniques, one-step sparring, and joint locks as well as presenting requirements for rank testing in Japanese Ju-jitsu. Basic techniques include striking, kicking, blocking and body movement designed to improve balance, coordination and power. This course will also cover the cultural and philosophical base of Japanese Ju-jitsu. Techniques are drawn from Small Circle Ju-jitsu.

SPH-I 153 Aikido (1 cr.) (Formerly HPER-E 153) Introduces the basic instruction and application of techniques as well as presenting requirements for rank testing in the Japanese martial art of Aikido. Basic techniques include striking, blocking, redirection, off-balancing, throwing and body movement designed to improve balance, coordination and power. This course will also cover the cultural and philosophical base of Aikido. Techniques are drawn from Ueshiba Aikido.

SPH-I 157 Escrima (1 cr.) (Formerly HPER-E 157) Instruction in basic weapon handling and self-defense using concepts and drills taken from the Inosanto/Kali blend and Lameco Escrima. Students should achieve rudimentary technical skill and learn the philosophy and concepts used in stick-based martial art practice as well as applying these concepts to empty-hand martial art practice. Focus is placed on footwork, body posturing, weapon control, flow-drills and disarms.

SPH-I 158 Shotokan Karate (1 cr.) (Formerly HPER-E 158) Beginning Shotokan provides instruction in the basics of Karate, offensive and defensive techniques, as well as the philosophical underpinning of the Japanese martial arts.

SPH-I 159 Racquetball (1 cr.) (Formerly HPER-E 159) Instruction in basic skills for beginning players. Includes both four-wall singles and doubles games.

SPH-I 164 Sailing (2 cr.) (Formerly HPER-E 164) Beginning instruction in the principles of sailing. Rigging, proper sailing technique, and other features of small craft sailing.

SPH-I 165 Soccer (1 cr.) (Formerly HPER-E 165) Instruction in fundamental techniques, rules, basic team tactics, and strategies. Emphasis on competitive game scrimmages and fundamental drills.

SPH-I 168 Swimming—Nonswimmers (1 cr.) (Formerly HPER-E 168) Beginning instruction in self-rescue remedial swimming skills and several basic strokes. For students with no swimming skills.

SPH-I 181 Tennis (1 cr.) (Formerly HPER-E 181) Beginning instruction in the fundamental skills of serves and forehand and backhand strokes. Competitive play in women's, men's, and mixed doubles tennis.

SPH-I 185 Volleyball (1 cr.) (Formerly HPER-E 185) Instruction in fundamental skills of power volleyball, including the overhand serve, bump, set, dig, and spike. Team offensive and defensive strategies.

SPH-I 187 Weight Training (1 cr.) (Formerly HPER-E 187) Instruction in basic principles and techniques of conditioning through use of free weights. Emphasis on personalized conditioning programs. Repeatable once for credit.

SPH-I 190 Yoga I (1 cr.) (Formerly HPER-E 190) Instruction in basic principles and techniques of yoga. Emphasis on personalized training. Repeatable once for credit.

SPH-I 197 Ice Skating Instruction (1 cr.) (Formerly HPER-E 197) Beginning ice skating class that includes introduction to the mechanics of skating and basic skills such as stride, crossover, stopping, and backward skating. Students will be taught intermediate skills such as hockey-stop, backward crossovers, edge control, and turns as skill level determines. Students will be evaluated at end of semester through written examination and skill demonstrations. Written exam will test knowledge of skating mechanics, techniques, and safety as well as equipment. Skill demonstration will learned skills.
Repeatable once for credit.

SPH-I 203 Intermediate Archery (1 cr.) (Formerly HPER-E 203) Instruction in use of compound bow 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.

SPH-I 209 Ballroom and Social Dance II (1 cr.) (Formerly HPER-E 209) In depth instruction in ballroom dance, including the foxtrot, waltz, cha-cha, tango, rhumba, samba and quick step beyond the E109 beginning level.

SPH-I 211 Advanced Basketball (1 cr.) (Formerly HPER-E 211) Review of fundamental basketball skills including passing, dribbling, shooting, rebounding, and defense. Instruction in the principles of motion offense including spacing, screening, rebounding, and passing. Instruction in man-to-man defense and zone defenses.

SPH-I 220 Training Theories for Endurance Events (2 cr.) (Formerly HPER-E 220) Survey of theories and techniques associated with training for endurance type activities. Designed for the self-coached athlete and aspiring coach. Applicable to running, cycling, and swimming.

SPH-I 227 Intermediate Fencing (1 cr.) P: SPH-I 127 or instructor consent. (Formerly HPER-E 227) Builds upon basic knowledge of fencing. Instruction of advanced skills and new techniques with an emphasis on the tactical aspect of fencing at a competitive level. Fee charged.

SPH-I 230 Advanced Army Physical Fitness (2 cr.) P: SPH-I 130 or instructor consent. (Formerly HPER-E 230) Continuing along the path to total fitness begun in SPH-I 130, this course emphasizes the leadership aspect of Army Physical Fitness. Students will lead PT sessions, participate in and lead formation runs, and continue the disciplines regimen begun in SPH-I 130.

SPH-I 232 Intermediate Irish Dance (1 cr.) P: SPH-I 132 or instructor consent. (Formerly HPER-E 232) Focuses on hornpipes, treble and hop reels. Control, strength, flexibility, proper posture, body alignment, body carriage and a sense of timing are all benefits the student should experience, in addition to an appreciation for traditional Irish Step and its music.

SPH-I 235 Intermediate Golf (1 cr.) (Formerly HPER-E 235) Instruction in the use of the full iron and wood swing. Emphasis on special golf shots including: sand shots, shots from rough, hill lies, playing from hazards and different type greens. Students play on par 3 course.

SPH-I 240 Intermediate Brazilian Ju-Jitsu (1 cr.) (Formerly HPER-E 240) Instruction in intermediate ground fighting techniques, throwing, joint locks, chokes, and some self-defense derived from Caique Brazilian Ju-Jitsu. Students should achieve intermediate technical skill and learn the philosophy and concepts used in ground-fighting martial art practice as well as applying these concepts to competitive ground fighting. Focus is placed on body posturing, position control, flow-drills and submission techniques for competition. Students should achieve Yellow Belt proficiency.

SPH-I 244 Intermediate Chi Gong (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-E 244) This class introduces Chi-Lel Qigong (Chi Gong) Level II, the Body and Mind Method, and enhances skills in Lift Chi Up/Pour Chi Down, Level I. Chi-Lel Qigong techniques of tension release and restoration will be taught. Based on ancient Qigong (Chi Gong) practices, Chi-Lel Qigong is a restorative art which includes a series of movements, visualization and related methods such as standing meditation. Students will achieve basic proficiency in the second level of this practice.

SPH-I 245 Cultures and Traditions of the Martial Arts (2 cr.) (Formerly HPER-E 245) Examination of the cultures and traditions that shape the martial arts of East Asia, with greatest emphasis on the influence of China upon its neighbors. Martial arts from India, Indonesia, Thailand, Korea, Japan, etc., will also be covered. Lectures and video.

SPH-I 246 Intermediate Jeet Kune Do Concepts (1 cr.) (Formerly HPER-E 246) Instruction in core concepts of Jeet Kune Do philosophy and techniques derived from Jun-fan Kickboxing and Wing-chun. Students should achieve intermediate technical skill in the art of Jun-fan Kickboxing and Wing-chun and continue to grow in their comprehension of the philosophy and concepts of Jeet Kune Do. Focus is placed on individual development and the application of basic techniques toward more advanced, dynamic training.

SPH-I 247 Intermediate Hapkido (1 cr.) (Formerly HPER-E 247) Designed to give students an increased understanding and an appreciation of the art of hapkido. Content emphasis involves advanced applications of basic hapkido techniques and self-defense. Students should achieve the technical level of a green belt in hapkido.

SPH-I 248 Intermediate T’ai Chi Ch’uan (1 cr.) P: SPH-I 148 or instructor consent. (Formerly HPER-E 248) This intermediate course examines the everyday practice of t'ai chi ch'uan. Course presents refinement of William C. C. Chen's 60 movement form, da lu, and push-hands. Provides examples of neutralizing, throwing, striking, and strategic and philosophic concepts.

SPH-I 249 Judo—Intermediate (1 cr.) P: SPH-I 149. (Formerly HPER-E 249) Instruction includes intermediate throwing and grappling techniques and free exercise (randori). Students should achieve technical skill level of green belt. Judo uniform required.

SPH-I 250 Intermediate Tae Kwon Do (1 cr.) P: Yellow belt technical level or consent of instructor. (Formerly HPER-E 250) Instruction in advanced applications of basic techniques and free fighting. Students should achieve technical level of green belt. Karate uniform required.

SPH-I 259 Racquetball—Intermediate (1 cr.) (Formerly HPER-E 259) Extension of basic skills. Improvement of techniques and strategy.

SPH-I 264 Intermediate Sailing (2 cr.) (Formerly HPER-E 264) Learn to rig and sail a variety of boats. To sail and control a boat in simulated emergencies and obtain ability in jury rigging. To learn trapeezing skills and spinnaker trimming and reach an intermediate level of racing knowledge and skills.

SPH-I 268 Swimming—Intermediate (1 cr.) (Formerly HPER-E 268) Instruction designed to help the less skilled swimmer master the five basic strokes, be proficient in self-rescue and basic rescue skills.

SPH-I 270 Introduction to Scientific Scuba (2 cr.) (Formerly HPER-E 270) Introduction to the theory and practical skills for basic scuba. Program designed to give participants knowledge of physics and physiology as applied to breathing with a self-contained underwater breathing apparatus (SCUBA). Swimming ability and scuba medical history form required. Letter graded. This is a non-certification course. Fee charged. Repeatable once for credit.

SPH-I 272 Scuba Knowledge Development (1 cr.) (Formerly HPER-E 272) Scuba knowledge development through web based and CD-ROM sessions for International Scuba certification. Completes all Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI) open water certification knowledge sessions and examinations.

SPH-I 275 Aquatic Conditioning (1 cr.) (Formerly HPER-E 275) Acquire a moderate to high level of aerobic capacity while using the water, equipment, and other useful techniques, skills, and/or ideas. Achieve student's desired goal through fitness utilizing the water.

SPH-I 281 Tennis—Intermediate (1 cr.) (Formerly HPER-E 281) Instruction in spin service, volley, lob, and advanced drive placement. Emphasis on singles and doubles playing strategies.

SPH-I 285 Advanced Volleyball (1 cr.) (Formerly HPER-E 285) Instruction in advanced skills of power volleyball. Emphasis on execution of advanced techniques; applying team offense and defense strategies.

SPH-I 290 Yoga II (1 cr.) P: SPH-I 190 or equivalent. (Formerly HPER-E 290) Intermediate yoga builds upon material presented in SPH-I 190 Beginning Yoga. The class will continue an emphasis on breath and release work through yoga, including variations on familiar asanas, continued explorations of the body systems, and deeper understanding of the health benefits of this practice. The energizing and strengthening value of standing poses will also be featured. Grading is based on attendance, effort, and the completion of out-of-class written assignments.

SPH-I 335 Golf—Advanced (1 cr.) P: Handicap of 15 or less, or instructor consent. (Formerly HPER-E 335) Course emphasizes stroke refinement, course management and strategy, and self-analysis and correction. Fee charged.

SPH-I 340 Advanced Brazilian Ju-Jitsu (1 cr.) (Formerly HPER-E 340) Instruction in advanced ground fighting techniques, throwing, joint locks, chokes, and some self-defense derived from Caique Brazilian Ju-Jitsu. Students should achieve advanced technical skill and be well practiced in the philosophy and concepts used in ground-fighting martial art practice as well as applying these concepts to competitive ground fighting. Focus is placed on position control, flow, and submission technique. Competition is stressed. Students should achieve Advanced Yellow Belt proficiency.

SPH-I 347 Advanced Hapkido (1 cr.) (Formerly HPER-E 347) Designed to give students an increased understanding and an appreciation of the art of hapkido. Content emphasis involves advanced applications of hapkido techniques and self-defense. Students should achieve the technical level of a blue belt in hapkido by midterm and brown belt by finals.

SPH-I 348 T’ui Shou (1 cr.) P: SPH-I 248 or instructor consent. (Formerly HPER-E 348) Introduction to the techniques, skills, and strategies of t'ai chi ch'uan t'ui shou (push-hands). Course provides instruction and practice of Yang Style.

SPH-I 349 Advanced Judo (1 cr.) (Formerly HPER-E 349) Students will be introduced to advanced judo. This will prepare student for the physical side of judo. With repetition drills, directional throwing, advanced training methods, students will begin to develop their own "style" of judo. Students should achieve the skill level of Sankyu or brown belt.

SPH-I 350 Advanced Tae Kwon Do (1 cr.) (Formerly HPER-E 350) Designed to give students an increased understanding and an appreciation of the art of karate and taekwondo. Content emphasis involves advanced applications of basic taekwondo techniques, one-step sparring, forms, and introduction to free fighting. Students should achieve a technical level of a blue belt in taekwondo (Korean karate) by midterm and brown belt by finals. Karate uniform required.

SPH-I 364 Sailing Practicum (1 cr.) P: SPH-I 164 or instructor consent. (Formerly HPER-E 364) Practical and theoretical experience in the administration of organized sailing activities. Topics include fleet management, waterfront facilities, sailing instruction, community sailing, and sailboat race management.

SPH-I 370 Scuba Certification (2 cr.) P: Prerequisite or concurrent: SPH-I 270 and good health. (Formerly HPER-E 370) National scuba certification program for recreational divers. Program includes lecture and pool sessions to enable students to participate in the openwater qualification dives with PADI Referral (valid 12 months). Dives may be completed with IU or any PADI International facility. Additional fees required.

SPH-I 371 Advanced Scuba (3 cr.) P: SPH-I 370 or National SCUBA certification. (Formerly HPER-E 371) This course focuses on development of advanced SCUBA and research diving techniques. Program includes lecture and pool sessions designed to give participants practical experience with mixed gas diving. Scientific diver techniques, and advanced openwater skill development. Additional fees required.

SPH-I 374 Keelboat and Powerboat Safety (2 cr.) (Formerly HPER-E 374) This course will emphasize the safe use and operation of auxiliary powered sailboats and powerboats. Topics include boat design, environmental conditions, navigation, emergency equipment, planning, and operation. Labs will provide hands on experience with Keel type sailboats and powerboats.

SPH-I 445 Independent Study in the Martial Arts (1 cr.) (Formerly HPER-E 445) This course allows advanced students in the IU Martial Arts Program to continue their training and personal development in preparation for their instructor's certification in their respective art. Students in this course will meet with the IU Martial Arts Program Coordinator to discuss the personal and professional goals they have set for the semester. Focus will be placed upon teaching pedagogy, independent exploration into cross training with martial arts outside their area of expertise, and training regiment to ensure a prepared and well-rounded student. Completion of this course should coincide with the student's achievement of instructor certification.

SPH-I 447 Advanced Hapkido II (1 cr.) P: Brown belt (third kup) or higher technical level or instructor consent. (Formerly HPER-E 447) Designed to be a black-belt preparation class and to give students an increased understanding and an appreciation of the art of hapkido. Content emphasis involves advanced applications of hapkido techniques and self-defense. Students should achieve the technical level of a red belt (second kup) or higher in hapkido by finals. Uniform required.

SPH-I 448 T’ai Chi Chu’an Sword (1 cr.) P: SPH-I 148 and SPH-I 248, or instructor permission. (Formerly HPER-E 448) Master William C.C. Chen's 64 Movement T'ai Chi Ch'uan Sword form refines the continuous flowing movement introduced in the T'ai Chi Ch'uan Solo Form. Students gain practical experience in the body mechanics of t'ai chi ch'uan through the larger, faster movements and the use of a handheld object. This practice continues the meditative technique of t'ai chi ch'uan that develops the ability to shift both physical and psychological focus.

SPH-I 450 Advanced Tae Kwon Do II (1 cr.) P: Brown belt (third kup) or higher technical level or instructor consent. (Formerly HPER-E 450) Designed to be a black-belt preparation class and to give students increased understanding and appreciation of the arts of karate and taekwondo. Content emphasis involves advanced applications of basic taekwondo techniques, one-step sparring, forms, and introduction to free fighting. Student should achieve technical level of red belt (second kup) or higher in taekwondo (Korean karate) by finals. Uniform required.

SPH-I 470 Diver Safety and Rescue (2–3 cr.) P: Scuba certification. (Formerly HPER-E 470) Diver safety issues leading to rescue certification and divemaster (DM) training. This course will enable a student to develop in an academic setting an understanding of physics and physiology as applied to breathing with a self-contained underwater breathing apparatus (SCUBA). Minimum of rescue diver and professional DM training. Fee charged.

SPH-I 471 Underwater Archaeology Techniques (2 cr.) (Formerly HPER-E 471) Topics include historic shipwrecks from "age of exploration" to today. Emphasis on documentation and interpretation of submerged cultural resources. Includes reguired mock-shipwreck pool session and two openwater dives for recreational dive certification in underwater archaeology.

SPH-I 475 Lifeguard Certification (1 cr.) P: Must be able to swim 500 yards continuously. (Formerly HPER-E 475) Instructions per American Red Cross standards prepares students to lifeguard at pools and non-surf beaches. To receive the "Lifeguard Training" certificate, students must hold current first aid and CPR certifications.

SPH-I 477 Water Safety Instructor (1 cr.) P: Must be able to swim 500 yards continuously. (Formerly HPER-E 477) This course will prepare students to teach swimming from Levels I-VII and will include basic water safety, emergency water safety, aquatics, infant, preschool, toddlers, and water safety aide. Students will participate in two practice teaching and accompanying lesson plans. Letter grading.

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