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Behavioral, Social, and Community Health - SPH-B

SPH-B 150 Introduction to Public Health (3 cr.) Focuses on rationale, history and development of public health in the U.S. and globally. Emphasis on underlying theories, scientific, and social basis for public health practice plus the impact of critical public health concerns on society. Professional disciplines, organizations, and methods that interact to improve the public’s health are addressed.

SPH-B 310 Health Care in Diverse Communities (3 cr.) Provides knowledge of health risk factors, health care, and prevention challenges promoting a disparate impact of disease on certain American populations. Students examine health policy, program and educational interventions addressing these groups with special needs.

SPH-B 315 Health in the Later Years (3 cr.) As aging becomes a public health priority, an interdisciplinary consideration of the health issues of older adults is critical. This course reviews the biology of aging, health care, new research in aging, applications of integrative medicine for older adults, and physical activity and aging.

SPH-B 325 Health, Informatics, and Aging (3 cr.) Reviews how health in later life can be supported by technology. Concepts include: pervasive and ubiquitous computing; human-centered design; virtual worlds; fitness; chronic illness; and models, prototypes, and applications of technologies. Students develop entrepreneurial business plans for potential funding. Guest presentations from Informatics, Nursing, and Kinesiology.

SPH-B 335 Aging, Health, and Diverse Populations (3 cr.) This online course examines contemporary issues in the rapidly aging population. Topics include aging issues among diverse populations, women's aging experience, and the aging baby boomer cohort. Students develop plans to address the health needs of selected aging populations.

SPH-B 350 Topical Seminar in Public Health Education (1–3 cr.) The topical seminars will relate to current issues in the field of public health education. Possible topics for this seminar are aging, environmental health, teenage health problems, health problems of ethnic groups, public health administration, and group dynamics. Repeatable for credit with different topic.

SPH-B 354 Multidisciplinary Perspectives in Gerontology (3 cr.) This course is an overview of the areas involved in the study of aging. We will consider the major theoretical approaches and current research in aging in the following areas: biology and health, psychology, sociology, and social policy.

SPH-B 366 Community Health (3 cr.) Introduction to community health within the public health context. Students will develop an understanding of historical and theoretical foundations of community health and major societal health concerns, explore community health models and programs used to address these concerns, and examine racial/ethnic, cultural, socioeconomical, and related determinants of community health.

SPH-B 403 Public Health Program Planning (3 cr.) Recommended prerequisite: SPH-B 366. Skill building in public health and health promotion program planning, including proposal presentations. Topics include program planning models, needs assessment methods, behavior change theories, types of community organization, social marketing principles, program implementation fundamentals, and evaluation techniques. Students should have junior/senior status when beginning this course.

SPH-B 416 Introduction to Health Counseling (3 cr.) Reviews recent developments in mental health; implications for public health and school health programs; and roles of health educators in supportive listening, crisis intervention, and appropriate counseling and referral strategies for contemporary health issues.

SPH-B 491 Readings in Public Health Education (1–3 cr.) Planned readings in public health education under the direction of a member of the faculty. Enrollment is limited to seniors or advanced juniors who are majors in the department. Readings proposal must be approved in advance. Instructor permission required. Repeatable for credit.

SPH-B 492 Research in Public Health Education (1–3 cr.) Field experience through on-the-job and related opportunities in public health. Students will be assigned to official, primary care, voluntary and related health agencies offering opportunities for professional development, practical application of skills, and participatory experience for the health educator. Regular critique will be held with supervisors and written progress reports are required. Instructor permission required. Only S/F grades given. Repeatable for credit.

SPH-B 496 Field Experience in Public Health Education (1–10 cr.) Field experience through on-the-job and related opportunities in public health. Students will be assigned to official, primary care, voluntary and related health agencies offering opportunities for professional development, practical application of skills, and participatory experience for the health educator. Regular critique will be held with supervisors and written progress reports are required. Instructor permission required. Only S/F grades given. Repeatable for credit. Repeatable for credit.

Health Education - SPH-H

SPH-H 150 Children's Health up to Age 5 (3 cr.) The course focuses on recent research on infant feeding and sleeping needs. Causes, prevention and management of the health and safety problems of pre-school aged children are presented. Emphasis is on health and social service agencies.

SPH-H 160 First Aid and Emergency Care (3 cr.) Course addresses cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), rescue breathing, choking, wounds, bleeding, burns, sudden illnesses, musculoskeletal injuries, and defibrillation/ the use of Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs). Skills are practiced in small lab settings. Students may obtain American Red Cross certifications, including CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer.

SPH-H 161 Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation for P-12 Teachers (1 cr.) Through online learning and in-person skills-testing students are eligible to obtain American Red Cross CPR certification needed to meet state teaching license requirements. For those students who have not taken or are currently enrolled in H160.

SPH-H 170 Health and Surviving the College Years (3 cr.) This course covers the health and wellness issues related to a student's transition from high school to college. It focuses on education and prevention issues and includes the following topics: stress, sexuality, safety, substance use and abuse, fitness, nutrition, budgeting, and emotional health.

SPH-H 172 International Health and Social Issues (3 cr.) Covers world health problems and efforts being made to achieve optimal health for all. Exposes students to health concerns of non-Western and nondominant cultures. Population dynamics, vital statistics, global disease patterns, and analysis of variations among nations will be considered in analyzing health status of people and communities around the world.

SPH-H 174 Prevention of Violence in American Society (3 cr.) This course covers various contributors to violence in America with an emphasis on community health issues. Personal and environmental factors related to violence are considered within a context of public health. Personal and community violence prevention and reduction approaches are presented.

SPH-H 180 Stress Prevention and Management (3 cr.) This course is designed to help students learn about the body's reaction to perceived stress, mental and physical factors related to stress, and effective coping techniques to help mitigate causes of stress. Students may acquire several stress management techniques that include diaphragmatic breathing, visualization, meditation, and progressive muscular relaxation.

SPH-H 205 Introduction to Health Education (1 cr.) The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the profession of health education. Topics addressed in the course include historical perspectives, practice settings, career opportunities, professional ethics, trends, and current issues. Emphasis will also be placed on the relationship between community and school health.

SPH-H 220 Death and Dying (3 cr.) Introductory analysis of the dying and death experience with emphasis on the development of a healthy personal death awareness. Topics include processes of dying, needs and care of the dying person, grief, legal and consumer aspects, and children and death.

SPH-H 235 Obesity and Health (3 cr.) An introduction to the physiological, social, cultural, and behavioral aspects of health weight management and obesity prevention. Topics will also include the impact of obesity on individual, family, and community health.

SPH-H 263 Personal Health (3 cr.) This survey course provides a theoretical and practical treatment of the concepts of disease prevention and health promotion. Covers such topics as emotional health; aging and death; alcohol, tobacco, and drug abuse; physical fitness; nutrition and dieting; consumer health; chronic and communicable diseases; safety; and environmental health.

SPH-H 304 Healthy Children: Breastfeeding Promotion in Global Communities (3 cr.) Course focuses on breastfeeding promotion in global communities. Includes social, cultural and behavioral influences on women's breastfeeding practices, support of mothers to maintain human milk production, and their influence on women and children's health.

SPH-H 305 Women’s Health (3 cr.) This course is designed to provide students with an opportunity to examine the relationship of women to health and health care. Five dimensions of health: physical, mental, emotional, social, and spiritual provide a framework for comparison and contrast of health concerns unique to women and common to both sexes at all ages.

SPH-H 306 Men’s Health (3 cr.) This course provides an overview of male health issues. Course topics include gender as a factor in men's health behavior and risks, the way men perceive and use their bodies, and men's psychological experience of health, wellness, and illness.

SPH-H 315 Consumer Health (3 cr.) This course provides students with (1) a model for making informed consumer health related decisions; (2) current information involving consumer related topics, emphasizing necessity of current information for making informed decisions; (3) mechanisms for continued consumer awareness and protection, i.e., sources of accurate consumer information and lists of consumer information and protection agencies.

SPH-H 318 Drug Use in American Society (3 cr.) An interdisciplinary approach to the study of drug use in American society. The course will examine the effects of alcohol, tobacco, and the "illicit'' drugs on the physical, mental, and social health of the individuals.

SPH-H 319 Global Health Promotion (3 cr.) This course examines the combination of behavioral, social, economic, and environmental factors that influence health and enables students to develop knowledge and skills they can use throughout their lives to protect and improve their own health, the health of their families, and health of communities in which they will live.

SPH-H 320 The Nature of Cancer (3 cr.) This course deals mainly with primary and secondary prevention of cancer. Various topics include lifestyle and cancer, causes of cancer, types of cancer, methods of detecting cancer, methods of treating cancer, and public attitudes. Discusses economic and psychological problems involved with cancer.

SPH-H 326 AIDS and Other Sexually Transmitted Diseases (3 cr.) An introductory, nontechnical examination of the biological, medical, social, psychological, and ethical aspects of acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS), HIV infection, and other sexually transmitted diseases.

SPH-H 330 Human Sexuality Education in Diverse Settings (3 cr.) Recommended prerequisite: Minimum grade of B in SPH-F 255 Human Sexuality or equivalent. To prepare students to plan, implement, and evaluate human sexuality education in a variety of settings. Topics include exploring issues which impact human sexuality education in academic and community-based settings.

SPH-H 334 Heart Health and Diabetes (3 cr.) Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women. Examined are preventive individual lifestyle and public health intervention resources addressing knowledge and skills related to risk factors of tobacco use, diet/obesity, physical inactivity, hypertension and diabetes.

SPH-H 345 Introduction to Causes and Prevention of Developmental Disabilities (3 cr.) Introductory evaluation of genetic (chromosomal, monogenic and polygenic) and acquired (environmental: drugs, alcohol, tobacco, infections, nutrition, obesity, fertility, teenage parents) causes of low birth weight and disabilities present at birth; special emphasis on early identification of high risk families and means available for prevention via education and intervention and correction.

SPH-H 350 Topical Seminar in Health Education (1–3 cr.) The topical seminars will relate to current issues in the field of health education. Repeatable for credit with different topic.

SPH-H 351 Complementary and Alternative Approaches to Health (3 cr.) This course discusses traditional health practices used as primary health care by 65 to 85 percent of the world's population. Discussion and activities will center on enhancing awareness of complementary and alternative practices such as acupressure, acupuncture, aromatherapy, biomagnetic applications, chiropractics, herbology/botanicals, homeopathy, meditation, and naturopathy.

SPH-H 352 Secondary School Health Curriculum and Strategies (3 cr.) P: SPH-H 205 with a minimum grade of C. C: Must take concurrently with SPH-H 353. Recommended prerequisite: Admission to the School of Education Teacher Education Program. Professional competencies for planning and implementing secondary school curricula based on assessed needs. Effective curriculum characteristics, content standards, instructional strategies, curriculum analysis, lesson and unit structures. Preparation of lesson and unit plans.

SPH-H 353 Field Observation (1 cr.) C: Must take concurrently with SPH-H 352. Observation and limited participation in a secondary school with a designated health teacher for a minimum of 20 clock hours. Students compile logs and summaries of their experiences.

SPH-H 385 Practicum in College Death Education (3 cr.) Examination of death education strategies and leading group discussions for SPH-H 220 Death and Dying. Instructor permission required.

SPH-H 395 Practicum in College Sex Education (3 cr.) Examination of sexuality education strategies and leading group discussions for SPH-F 255 Human Sexuality. Instructor permission required.

SPH-H 401 Emergency Medical Technician (3 cr.) P: SPH-H 160 C: Must take concurrently with SPH-H 404 EMT Lab. This class prepares the students to care for patients in a variety of emergency settings. In order to take the Indiana State EMT Certification exam, students must complete this course and SPH-H 404 and be at least 18 years of age.

SPH-H 403 Emergency Medical Technician Teaching Assistant (1–2 cr.) P: SPH-H 401. This course is directed toward the instruction of emergency medical technician skills. The student comes to class with EMT training and provides skills assistance to EMT students. Repeatable for credit.

SPH-H 404 Emergency Medical Technician Lab (1 cr.) C: SPH-H 401 The EMT Lab teaches skills necessary to care for patients in the prehospital setting. It includes automated defibrillation, airway adjuncts, oxygen delivery, managing wounds, and other procedures. Students complete evaluations under the instruction of certified EMTs. Meets the Department of Transportation and Public Safety Institute standards.

SPH-H 414 Health Education in Pre-K Grade 6 (3 cr.) Practical guidelines for developing health and safety education programs in Pre-K-Grade 6, including current child health problems, health content standards, critical topics in health instruction, curriculum development, lesson and unit planning, innovative approaches to health teaching, and evaluation.

SPH-H 418 The Nature of Addiction (3 cr.) Addresses contemporary theories of addiction including behavioral, psychological, biological, physiological, social/cultural, and other approaches. Examines addictions found among youth and adults including tobacco, alcohol, other drugs, sex, eating, Internet, gambling, and work. Upon completion, students will demonstrate knowledge of addiction theories and the factors underlying addictive behaviors.

SPH-H 445 Travel Study (1–10 cr.) Planned study tours of school and public health programs throughout the United States and selected foreign countries are conducted under the direction of a faculty sponsor. Specific tours vary. Permission of sponsor required.

SPH-H 452 Secondary School Health Instruction and Assessment (3 cr.) P: SPH-H 352 with grade of C or better. C: Must take concurrently with SPH-H 453. Professional competencies related to classroom management, managing controversy, assessment and course planning. Analysis and demonstration of proven curricula. Skill development in assessment tool development and curriculum planning.

SPH-H 453 Microteaching Lab for Health Education (1 cr.) C: SPH-P 452 Application of professional competencies through presentation of secondary-level lesson segments and complete lessons. Emphasis on use of active-learner teaching strategies. Student presentations are recorded and critiqued.

SPH-H 460 Practicum in First Aid Instruction (3 cr.) P: SPH-H 160. Students will learn instructional techniques for first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and automated external defibrillation (AED). Students assist with SPH-H 160 labs and other teaching experiences. Completion of the course makes students eligible for American Red Cross Instructor authorization.

SPH-H 464 Coordinated School Health Programs (3 cr.) Focuses on the coordinated school health program (CSHP) model components, and coordination. Includes the relationship of CSHP to health and education policy. Emphasis on practical application of organizational principles and school health strategies for addressing current student and staff health issues.

SPH-H 481 Readings in Health and Safety (1–3 cr.) Planned readings in specialized areas of professional interest to be conducted under the direction of a member of the faculty. Readings proposal must be approved in advance. Instructor permission required. Repeatable for credit.

SPH-H 482 Research in Health and Safety Education (1–3 cr.) Undergraduate research done in the field of health and safety under a faculty advisor in the department. Instructor permission required. Repeatable for credit.

SPH-H 494 Research and Evaluation Methods in Health and Safety (3 cr.) This course deals with general concepts and foundations of measurement, evaluation, and research. Additionally the course covers major methods and techniques of research and evaluation. Special emphasis is given to writing small research and grant proposals.

Human Development and Family Studies - SPH-F

SPH-F 150 Introduction to Life Span Development (3 cr.) How individuals interact with family units and society and how family and society influence the development of the individual across the life span.

SPH-F 180 Survey and Practice with Youth and Families (3 cr.) This course prepares students for the professional practice of serving youth and families in public, health, education, recreation and social settings. Course concepts include youth and family services delivery settings, theoretical frameworks related to youth services, and professional ethics, organizations, and credentialing. This course includes a service learning component.

SPH-F 255 Human Sexuality (3 cr.) Survey of the dynamics of human sexuality; identification and examination of basic issues in human sexuality as relating to the larger society.

SPH-F 258 Marriage and Family Interaction (3 cr.) Basic personal and social factors influencing the achievement of satisfying marriage and family experiences.

SPH-F 330 Leadership Theory and Practice in Youth Development (3 cr.) Youth professionals work in a wide variety of public, private, and non-profit agencies. Students will engage in an examination of organizational leadership theory and research. This knowledge will then be utilized as students engage in case projects that are initiated from real-world leadership challenges occurring in community youth-serving agencies.

SPH-F 341 Effects of Divorce on Children (3 cr.) Examination of how divorce affects children. The class focuses on how to minimize these effects. The class includes both in- and out-of-class experiential exercises.

SPH-F 345 Parent-Child Relations (3 cr.) Explores issues associated with parenting and addresses the reciprocal processes and interdependencies among parents, children, and their multiple environments.

SPH-F 346 Human Development I—Conception through Early Childhood (3 cr.) P: SPH-F 150. Examination of prenatal, infant, preschool development; physical, cognitive, and social-emotional characteristics of development.

SPH-F 347 Human Development II—Middle Childhood through Adolescence (3 cr.) P: SPH-F 150. Examines human development during the school years, or middle childhood, through adolescence. Addresses major concepts and issues concerning development, in the physical, cognitive, psychological, and social domains.

SPH-F 348 Human Development III—Early, Mid, and Late Adulthood (3 cr.) P: SPH-F 150. An examination of the development of adults as a dynamic process that continues throughout life, in the social, psychological, cultural, and biological realms. It emphasizes developmental reciprocity between adults and their multiple environments.

SPH-F 350 Topical Seminar in Human Development and Family Studies (3 cr.) The topical seminars will relate to current issues in the field of human development and family studies. Repeatable for credit with different topic.

SPH-F 355 Leading Family Process Discussion Groups (3 cr.) P: P: SPH-F 258 with B or higher. This course is intended to give students an opportunity, under supervision, to lead a discussion group in family process. Students will guide small group discussion on a variety of family-related topics and assist with various administrative tasks related to that discussion. Repeatable once for credit.

SPH-F 370 Family Health and the Media (3 cr.) P: P: SPH-F 258. Course explores the relationship between media and family mental, social, and cultural health dynamics. A diversity of family depictions will be addressed. Media explored will include, but not be limited to, film, television, Internet, video games, and popular music.

SPH-F 410 The Science of Positive Youth DevelopmentTitle (3 cr.) P: SPH-F 150. Positive Youth Development (PYD) focuses on improving competence, confidence, character, connection, and caring among youth. Students will learn the origins of PYD, how its principles are applied in the development of youth focused programs, and review research on how PYD impacts youth.

SPH-F 417 African American and Latino Families (3 cr.) P: SPH-F 150; SPH-F 258. Enacts a strength-based approach in the examination of African American and Latino family structure in a socio-historical context with emphasis on cultural resiliency. Current statistics, scholarly literature, and American media segments will be used to illustrate aspects of cultural perception.

SPH-F 430 Professional Preparation in Human Development and Family Studies (3 cr.) P: Open only to HDFS and Youth Development majors. Exploration of professional roles and career opportunities in HDFS. Addresses necessary skills and information related to the search for employment and/or graduate school. Recommended: prerequisite or corequisite: 18 credits of SPH-F courses and Junior/Senior class standing.

SPH-F 453 Family Life Education (3 cr.) P: SPH-F 150; SPH-F 258; Open only to HDFS and Youth Development majors. History of family life education; philosophy and rationale for curriculum development, including methods and source materials. Current methods and theory provide the basis for program planning relevant to contemporary developmental and family issues. Students should have senior class standing when beginning this course. Instructor permission required.

SPH-F 457 Stress and Resilience in the Family (3 cr.) P: SPH-F 150. Recommended prerequisite: SPH-F 258. Research and theory on family stress and resilience. Addresses important aspects of the family's experience of stress, (e.g., as social support and coping in a family context) as well as resilience factors that reduce the effects of stress on families. Students should have junior or senior class standing when beginning this course.

SPH-F 458 Family Law and Policy (3 cr.) P: Open only to HDFS and Youth Development majors. Overview of family law and policy issues in the United States. Class is organized around the four major disciplines that shape political science, economics, sociology, and family science. Class includes lectures, case studies, and films. Final section explores current family law/policy issues.

SPH-F 490 Current Issues in Human Development and Family Studies (3 cr.) P: SPH-F 150; SPH-F 258. An in-depth investigation of a contemporary topic in the field of human development and family studies. Repeatable for credit with different topic.

SPH-F 491 Readings in Human Development and Family Studies (1–3 cr.) Readings in human development and family studies to be conducted under the direction of a member of the faculty. Readings proposal must be approved in advance. Instructor permission required. Repeatable for credit.

SPH-F 492 Research in Human Development and Family Studies (1–3 cr.) Undergraduate research done in the field of human development and family studies under the direction of a faculty member in the department. Instructor permission required. Repeatable for credit.

SPH-F 493 Independent Study in Human Development and Family Studies (1–3 cr.) P: SPH-F 150; SPH-F 258. An in-depth investigation of some area within human development and family studies. Permission of instructor required. Repeatable for credit.

SPH-F 496 Field Experience in Human Development and Family Studies (1–10 cr.) Field experience through on-the-job and related opportunities in human development and family studies. Course requirements will be established by field experience supervisor. Instructor permission required. Repeatable for credit.

SPH-F 497 Internship in Human Development and Family Studies (6 cr.) P: SPH-F 430; 2.0 overall minimum GPA; Open only to HDFS and Youth Development majors. Human Development and Family Studies development course that corresponds to age group with which student will work. Involves active participation in community programs. Application due by tenth week of previous semester. Students should have junior or senior class standing when beginning this course. Requires consent of HDFS or Youth Development faculty sponsor. Only S/F grades given. Repeatable for credit.

Leadership - SPH-L

SPH-L 101 Recreation Leadership Skills (1–2 cr.) Short courses designed to provide students with skills and teaching techniques necessary to function as leaders in recreation and parks. Repeatable for credit.

SPH-L 102 Participant Leadership Development (1 cr.) An interactive online course blended with four one hour structured classroom meetings. Provides students with opportunities to learn and apply leadership skills gained through participation in organizations, athletic teams, or clubs. Will develop own personal leadership plan to initiate intentional leadership involvement. Topics include fellowship, time management, and teamwork.

SPH-L 103 Organizational Leadership Development (1 cr.) An interactive online course blended with four, one-hour structured classroom meetings. For advanced or organizational leaders, offers students the opportunity to develop their skills as an organizational or advanced leader. Topics include motivating others, teamwork, and integrity and students will develop their own personal leadership plan.

Nutrition and Dietetics - SPH-N

SPH-N 120 Introduction to Foods (3 cr.) Chemical and physical properties of food that influence food selection, handling, preservation, and preparation; menu planning, meal management. Laboratory weekly.

SPH-N 220 Nutrition for Health (3 cr.) Introduction to nutrients, their uses, and food sources. Application of nutrition principles to personal eating habits for general health; overview of current issues in nutrition. Not for students in dietetics or nutrition science.

SPH-N 231 Human Nutrition (3 cr.) Recommended prerequisite: Introductory chemistry and biology. Basic principles of nutrition with emphasis on identification, functions, and food sources of nutrients required for optimal health. Students should complete a course in Biology before beginning this course.

SPH-N 305 Nutrition to Support Performance and Prevent Chronic Disease (3 cr.) Recommended prerequisite: MSCI-M 115 or PHSL-P 215. Basic knowledge of nutrition, physiology and fitness to improve health, support performance, and reduce risks for chronic disease. Uses case studies/group activities. Credit for only one of SPH-N 305 or SPH-N 431.

SPH-N 320 Food Chemistry (3 cr.) P: CHEM-C 117. Recommended prerequisite: Organic chemistry. Advanced study of the chemical and physical properties of food as related to use, quality, and preparation. New food products, composition, and technologies.

SPH-N 321 Quantity Food Purchasing and Production (4 cr.) P: SPH-N 120. Principles of menu planning and pricing, equipment selection, food product flow, and cost control in foodservice operations. Class includes service-learning, tours of community foodservice related facilities, and experience in the university dining halls.

SPH-N 322 Management Systems in Dietetics (3 cr.) P: SPH-N 321; Must be admitted to the Dietetics major. Examines organizational design, human resource management, financial management, and basic marketing strategies as applied to the profession of dietetics.

SPH-N 325 Food Chemistry Laboratory (3 cr.) C: SPH-N 320. Application of principles and experimental procedures in food chemistry. Four hours laboratory weekly.

SPH-N 331 Life Cycle Nutrition (3 cr.) Examines overall nutrition of life cycle: pregnancy, lactation, infancy, childhood, adolescence, adults, and the elderly. Focuses on nutritional status and nutrient requirements as well as physiological changes in body function for all ages. Discusses special nutrition problems in each stage and contemporary nutritional issues.

SPH-N 336 Public Health Nutrition (3 cr.) Recommended prerequisite: SPH-N 231 or equivalent. Via lecture, discussions, and practical applications, the course will introduce students to the field of public health nutrition, including community assessment; program development, implementation, and evaluation; budget development; eligibility and services available through existing programs; cultural foodways; and the intersection of public policy and nutrition.

SPH-N 350 Topical Seminar in Nutrition/ Dietetics (1–3 cr.) The topical seminars relate to current issues in the field of nutrition/ dietetics. Possible topics for this seminar are weight reduction and fad diets, food additives, diet and human performance (diet for the athlete), vegetarianism, child nutrition, diet for senior citizens, diet and disease relationships. Repeatable for credit with different topic.

SPH-N 401 Issues in Dietetics (1 cr.) P: Open only to admitted Dietetics majors. Recommended prerequisite: Only for Students in last year of dietetics program. A culminating class to address current issues in dietetics, including such topics as medical ethics, CAM, and reimbursement for services. Students will develop a career portfolio and ready themselves for the dietetic internship process. Students should have senior class standing when beginning this course.

SPH-N 416 Nutrition Counseling and Education (3 cr.) Recommended prerequisite: SPH-N 431. Introduction to the theory and practice of nutrition counseling to individuals and groups. Focus is placed on techniques in interviewing, education, goal setting, behavior change, and evaluation. Individual and group settings are included. Role-playing and case studies are emphasized.

SPH-N 430 Advanced Nutrition I (3 cr.) P: SPH-N 231; CHEM-C 341 or CHEM-R 340. Functions of nutrients in human metabolism; evaluation and fulfillment of nutritional needs; current literature. Emphasis on the energy nutrients: protein, carbohydrates, and fats.

SPH-N 431 Medical Nutrition Therapy (3 cr.) P: ANAT-A 215; PHSL-P 215. C: SPH-N 433. Recommended prerequisite: SPH-N 231. Recommended prerequisite or concurrent: CLAS-C 209. Dietary modifications for therapy in metabolic and pathological disorders with allowance for cultural patterns. Students should have junior or senior class standing when beginning this course.

SPH-N 432 Advanced Nutrition II (3 cr.) P: SPH-N 430. A continuation of SPH-N 430. Nonenergy nutrients: water, vitamins, minerals, and as a summative focus, nutritional status.

SPH-N 433 Medical Nutrition Therapy Application (3 cr.) P: Admission to dietetics major. C: SPH-N 431. Application of principles of diet therapy through case study management, designing and preparing modified diets. Cumulative experience of designing, following, and reporting of a modified diet.

SPH-N 480 Mechanisms of Nutrient Action (3 cr.) Recommended prerequisite or concurrent: SPH-N 430. Advanced study of nutrition biochemistry including nutrient regulation of gene expression, immune response to food allergens, detoxification and protective functions of nutrients, relationships between nutrients and cancer, how nutrients affect risk factors for cardiovascular disease, macronutrient metabolism during exercise.

SPH-N 491 Readings in Nutrition/Dietetics (1–3 cr.) Planned readings in nutrition/dietetics to be conducted under the direction of a member of the faculty. Enrollment is limited to seniors or advanced juniors who are majors in the department. Readings proposal must be approved in advance. Instructor permission required. Repeatable for credit.

SPH-N 492 Research in Nutrition/Dietetics (1–3 cr.) Undergraduate research in the field of nutrition/dietetics under the direction of a faculty member in the department. Instructor permission required. Repeatable for credit.

SPH-N 496 Field Experience in Nutrition/ Dietetics (1–3 cr.) Field experience through on-the-job and related opportunities in nutrition/ dietetics. Regular critique will be held with supervisors; written progress reports are required. Repeatable for credit.

Public Health Administration - SPH-P

SPH-P 309 Public Health Administration (3 cr.) Students are expected to learn principles of population-based management in order to administer programs, services, and policies within the U.S. public health system. In addition, students examine the mission, structure, and processes of local, state, and federal organizations in delivering population-based programs, services and policies.

Safety - SPH-S

SPH-S 101 Introduction to Safety (3 cr.) Provides an overview of the variety of careers available in the safety profession. Examines the broad areas practiced by safety professionals including regulatory compliance, environmental protection, ergonomics, industrial hygiene, emergency management, recreational safety, personal safety, healthcare, training and instruction, system safety, fire protection, and hazardous materials management.

SPH-S 151 Legal Aspects of Safety (3 cr.) Discusses legal requirements for safety, health, and environmental compliance. Emphasis is given to OSHA, EPA, and consensus standards, as well as other applicable Federal regulations.

SPH-S 201 Introduction to Industrial Hygiene (3 cr.) The concepts, principles, and techniques in the practice of industrial hygiene are presented. The identification, evaluation, and control of occupational health hazards are discussed. An orientation to selected instrumentation used to assess the workplace is provided.

SPH-S 202 Fundamentals of Fire Protection (3 cr.) Reviews fire protection codes and standards, principles, and practices; fire theory, fire-safe design, fire protection systems and equipment, and fire hazards. Emphasis on the life safety aspect of fire protection.

SPH-S 210 OSHA General Industry Standards (3 cr.) An introduction and analysis of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) general industry standards as they apply to both the private and federal sectors. Includes an inspection practicum.

SPH-S 214 OSHA Construction Standards (3 cr.) An introduction to and application of OSHA and Indiana OSHA construction standards as they apply to both the public and private sectors. Course includes an inspection practicum.

SPH-S 217 Safety: A Personal Focus (3 cr.) This course surveys current topics of interest in safety. Areas explored include injury problems, safety analysis, home safety, fire safety, personal protection, responding to emergencies, firearm safety, motor vehicle safety, occupational safety, recreational safety, school safety, and related issues.

SPH-S 231 Safety Engineering and Technology (3 cr.) Introduces safety engineering principles applied to the control of hazards associated with industrial processes, facilities, chemical processes, materials handling, machine operation, and electricity.

SPH-S 251 Incident Investigation and Analysis (3 cr.) Introduction of questioning and interviewing techniques for incident investigation and analysis. Examines injury causation theories, evaluation, reporting, legal aspects, and using investigation findings as a prevention tool. Reviews root causes in management systems.

SPH-S 255 Threats, Violence, and Workplace Safety (3 cr.) Emphasis on personal safety and survival through prevention, protection, and effective countermeasures for individuals and groups in the workplace. Examines potential methods for delivery and perpetuation of violence.

SPH-S 302 Introduction to Homeland Security (3 cr.) Explores relationships and interactions between private-sector institutions and public-sector Homeland Security organizations at federal, state and local levels. Examines specific roles, responsibilities and vulnerabilities of private-sector and governmental agencies in protecting critical infrastructure as well as preventing, deterring, and responding to crises. Students should complete 9 credits of 200-level SPH-S courses before beginning this course.

SPH-S 332 Ergonomics and Human Factors (3 cr.) Recommended prerequisite or concurrent: ANAT-A 215 or SPH-K 205. The application of ergonomic principles and human factors techniques to the design and evaluation of workplaces and equipment.

SPH-S 336 Emergency Management (3 cr.) P: SPH-S 302. An all-hazard multidisciplinary response and recovery. Topics include identifying critical roles, risk assessment, strategies, planning concepts and methodologies, establishing effective integrated and coordinated programs, crisis management, communication and response.

SPH-S 345 Safety Program Management (3 cr.) Principles, theories, and concepts of safety and health program management with comparisons of past, present, and future practices. Review of managing behavior of individuals, groups, and organizations. Focuses on managing a total safety program. Students should complete 6 credits of SPH-S courses or have instructor consent before beginning this course.

SPH-S 350 Topical Seminar in Safety Education (1–3 cr.) The topical seminars will relate to current issues in the field of safety education. Possible topics for this seminar are new requirements for controlling hazardous material, the changing legal environment of the safety professional, new techniques in accident investigation, system safety and the safety manager, human factors, and workplace design. The topical seminars will relate to current issues in the field of safety education. Possible topics for this seminar are new requirements for controlling hazardous material, the changing legal environment of the safety professional, new techniques in accident investigation, system safety and the safety manager, human factors, and workplace design. Instructor permission required. Repeatable for credit with different topic.

SPH-S 354 Hazardous Materials and Waste Control (3 cr.) Introduction and review of hazardous materials regulations and hazardous materials control methods, including hazardous wastes. Occupational and environment requirements and exposures, with guidance and common examples of materials that are toxic, corrosive, reactive, explosive, flammable, and combustible. These classes of materials will be considered from their generation to disposal. Students should complete 6 credits of SPH-S courses or have instructor consent before beginning this course.

SPH-S 370 Principles and Strategies of Behavioral Safety (3 cr.) Examines the principles, strategies, and methods of behavioral safety approaches in the workplace. Ways to improve safety culture and safety performance are explored through applied behavioral analysis, safety observation, and coaching.

SPH-S 402 Emergency Planning and Preparation (3 cr.) P: SPH-S 336. Addresses multiple facets of emergency planning and preparedness as part of comprehensive emergency management. Fundamentals of planning as applied to four phases of emergency management; how these phases overlap, interrelate, and complement each other; and critical steps in preparation will be examined.

SPH-S 410 Advanced Industrial Hygiene (3 cr.) P: SPH-S 201 and CHEM-C 102; Open only to admitted Safety majors. Provides definitive application of principles and concepts for the solutions of workplace health and physical hazards. Program management techniques are discussed. Research procedures and techniques are introduced through individual and group projects.

SPH-S 411 Industrial Hygiene Sampling and Analysis (3 cr.) P: SPH-S 410; Open only to admitted Safety majors. Advanced, in-depth study of the approaches to workplace sampling. Emphasis is on sampling methods, passive sampling, sampling devices, breathing zone, and area sampling strategy. Course will include lab sessions and field experience.

SPH-S 415 Safety Education and Training (3 cr.) Assessing training and education needs, establishing goals and objectives, planning and methods for delivery, using resources and evaluating effectiveness. Students develop evaluation instruments and conduct mock OSHA training. Emphasis is on improving safety performance in addition to compliance. Students should complete 6 credits of SPH-S courses or have instructor consent before beginning this course.

SPH-S 430 Exploring Safety Culture (3 cr.) Examines approaches to the development of a proactive safety culture in the workplace. Topics explore issues of sound business principles and management practices for the development of an effective safety culture.

SPH-S 436 Emergency Response and Recovery (3 cr.) P: SPH-S 336. Identifies various types of disasters and appropriate emergency management stakeholders. Explores theoretical frameworks, emergency and post-emergency activities typical challenges of response efforts: and, the tools and techniques of response and recovery are examined.

SPH-S 491 Readings in Safety Education (1–3 cr.) P: Instructor permission; Readings proposal must be approved in advance. Planned readings in safety education to be conducted under the direction of a member of the faculty. Enrollment is limited to seniors or advanced juniors who are majors in the department. Readings proposal must be approved in advance. Instructor permission required. Repeatable for credit.

SPH-S 492 Research in Safety Education (1–3 cr.) Undergraduate research done in the field of safety education under the direction of a faculty member in the department. Research proposal must be approved in advance. Instructor permission required. Repeatable for credit.

SPH-S 496 Field Experience in Occupational Safety (1–10 cr.) P: Open only to admitted Safety majors. Field experience through on-the-job and related opportunities in occupational safety. Students will be assigned to industrial and occupational enterprises offering professional development for the safety specialist. Periodic critiques will be scheduled with supervisory personnel. Written progress reports will be required. Students should have senior class standing when beginning this course. Instructor permission required. S/F only. Repeatable for credit.

Environmental and Occupational Health

Environmental and Occupational Health - SPH-V

SPH-V 201 Introduction to Occupational Safety and Health (3 cr.) Occupational health has become an increasingly important area within the field of environmental health. Occupational health, as discussed in this course, includes occupational safety as the two topics work together to protect the individual's health in the work environment. Noise exposures, physical hazards, chemical hazards and industrial hygiene are just a few of the topics covered in this class. Students will learn how to evaluate hazards in the work environment and interpret standards that apply to employee safety and health.

SPH-V 214 Environmental Regulations and Code Compliance (3 cr.) In this course, students will be introduced to the federal, state and local environmental regulations and learn about methods of compliance with these laws. At the federal level the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, Safe Drinking Water Act, Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, and others will be studied. At the state level, current regulations found in the Indiana State Department of Health administrative codes will be examined. Topics will include radon, lead-based paint, indoor air quality, food safety, and other relevant regulations. Active learning activities will be used to encourage class participation while maintaining interest in the course material.

SPH-V 215 Food Safety and Sanitation (3 cr.) Food safety is an important component of public health. This course is designed as a study of the principles of food-borne illness, sanitation, safety, personal hygiene, rodent and insect controls, regulations, and equipment affecting safe food handling in all operations. Students will study common pathogens and learn how pathogenic organisms can contaminate foods, principles of safe and sanitary food handling, and safety principles used to select, preserve, thaw, cook, and store foods. The course will include a discussion of food safety management practices such as Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP), public health policies, risk assessment, and federal food safety agencies and regulations. Active learning activities will be used to encourage class participation while maintaining interest in the course material.

SPH-V 235 Introduction to Public Health Biology (3 cr.) This course will examine the biological and chemical basis for human disease, its prevention and treatment. Topics covered will include the etiologies of acute and chronic diseases and their impacts on public health.

SPH-V 241 Foundations of Environmental Health (3 cr.) An understanding of Environmental Health issues that affect Public Health is essential for any student of Public Health. This course is designed to introduce the student to the many varied areas of Environmental Health and demonstrate the important role this field plays in Public Health.

SPH-V 250 Hot Topics in Environmental and Occupational HealthTitle (3 cr.) This course will provide students with an overview of contemporary topics relevant to environmental and occupational health. It is intended for students with freshman and sophomore status. This course number is used for temporary courses, with each section representing a distinctly separate course. This course is repeatable for credit with different topics.

SPH-V 310 Natural Resource Issues and Environmental Health (3 cr.) This course approaches the issues of human health from the broad perspective of natural resources such as air and water quality, climate change, and habitat fragmentation and how these issues impact public health. In order to accomplish this task, this course will encompass a variety of readings, class discussion, guest speakers, and several experiential learning components (ELCs). Students should complete core and required courses before beginning this course. Instructor permission required.

SPH-V 311 Human Health and Natural Environments (3 cr.) This course approaches the issues of human health and quality of life from the perspective of the natural environment. That is, in what ways do natural environments impact human health and an individual's reported sense of quality of life? In order to accomplish this task, this course will encompass a variety of readings, class discussion, guest speakers, and several experiential learning components (ELCs).

SPH-V 341 Environmental Health Management and Policy (3 cr.) P: SPH-V-214; SPH-V-241. Environmental health management and policy issues in public health using case-based approaches. Study of environmental health management and policy making at the local, county, state, federal and global scales.

SPH-V 350 Current Topics in Environmental and Occupational Health (3 cr.) This course will provide students with an overview of contemporary topics relevant to environmental and occupational health. It is intended for students with Junior or Senior status. This course number is used for temporary courses, with each section representing a distinctly separate course. This course is repeatable for credit with different topics.

SPH-V 422 Issues in Global Environmental Health: Investigations and Interventions (3 cr.) This course is designed to provide undergraduate students an overview of the most important environmental health challenges across the world. Many public health students may plan to seek employment opportunities in various environmental programs and projects of the United Nations other international agencies and some other international NGOs. This course will provide knowledge of global environmental health problems from toxicological, risk management and epidemiological perspectives. Additionally, region-specific intervention studies will be discussed for deeper understanding of mitigation options. Lectures will address issues in the areas of air, water and soil pollutions, global warming and climate change, infectious diseases, genetically modified foods etc. Strategies and programs that have successfully minimized the risks of environmental exposures and associated outcomes will be mapped.

SPH-V 442 Introduction to Toxicology (3 cr.) P: ANAT-A 215 and PHSL-P 215, OR MSCI-M 115; BIOL-L 112; BIOL-L 113; CHEM-C 117 and CHEM-C 127; SPH-V 235 OR BIOL-L 211; open only to admitted Environmental Health majors or official Environmental Health minors. Toxicology is the study of the adverse effects of chemicals on living organisms and is an essential component of environmental health and public health. This course will provide the basic principles of toxicology in its application to public health. The course will be divided into three components: the general mechanism of toxic agents, the effect of toxic agents on target tissues and organs, and selective toxic chemicals or class of chemicals. Students should complete core and required courses before beginning this course. Instructor permission required.

SPH-V 443 Environmental Sampling and Analysis (3 cr.) P: BIOL-L 112; BIOL-L 113; CHEM-C 117 and CHEM-C 127; PHYS-P 101 OR PHYS-P 201; SPH-V 235 OR BIOL-L 211; Open only to admitted Environmental Health majors or official Environmental Health minors. Collecting reliable and defensible environmental data requires proper sampling and analytical techniques, and is an essential job function for many environmental professionals. Currently, a diverse and diffuse array of environmental sampling and analysis tools are used in the field of environmental health. The overall objective of this class is to provide a comprehensive overview of the fundamentals of environmental sampling and analysis for students in environmental health and others interested in sampling and analytical work. Topics covered will include planning, sampling, analysis, QA/QC, and reporting with respect to air, water, solid liquid, and biological samples matrices. Active learning activities will be used to encourage class participation while maintaining interest in the course material.

SPH-V 492 Research in Environmental and Occupational Health (1-3 cr.) Environmental health represents a broad discipline that involves recognizing, assessing, understanding and controlling the impacts of people in their environment and the impacts of the environment on public health. This course will provide undergraduate students with an opportunity to work on a research project under the direction of a member of the environmental and occupational health faculty. Enrollment is limited to advanced undergraduate students upon the approval of faculty. Repeatable for up to 6 credits.

SPH-V 496 Field Experience in Environmental Health (3-5 cr.) Recommended prerequisites: Completion of all Public Health Core classes; completion of all required Environmental Health courses; IU GPA of at least 3.0. Public health skills are developed through professional experiences in public 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. Instructor permission required. Students must have completed all major coursework. S/F grading.

SPH-V 510 Human Health and Natural Environments (3 cr.) Numerous textbooks address the relationship between human health and natural environments from either the perspectives of toxicity or environmental degradation. This course approaches the issues of human health and quality of life from the perspective of the natural environment. That is, in what ways do natural environments impact human health and an individual’s reported sense of quality of life? In order to accomplish this task, this course will encompass a variety of readings, class discussion, guest speakers, and several experiential learning components (ELCs).

Epidemiology and Biostatistics

Biostatistics - SPH-Q

SPH-Q 381 Introduction to Biostatistics (3 cr.) A conceptual approach is utilized to introduce students to sources of public health data. Basic concepts and models are available to understand and analyze data and information related to prevention of diseases and promotion of health and determinants of health behavior.

SPH-Q 400 Introduction to Biostatistical Computing (3 cr.) Recommended prerequisites: SPH-Q 381 and STAT-S 320 or equivalent (or permission of instructor); for admitted Epidemiology majors. This course is designed to familiarize students with statistical computing and data management with an emphasis on SAS. The course includes both a lecture and lab component. Topics will include: Producing descriptive statistics; Combining and transforming SAS data sets; Reading and writing files that are not in a SAS format; and Using the SAS macro language.

Epidemiology - SPH-E

SPH-E 250 Public Health Surveillance and Monitoring (3 cr.) The focus of this course is disease surveillance and monitoring, to investigate and track infectious and communicable diseases, as well as non-infectious chronic diseases through systematic collection, analysis, interpretation, and dissemination of data for use in prioritizing, planning, implementing, and evaluating health programs, activities, and practices.

SPH-E 311 Introduction to Epidemiology (3 cr.) (Formerly SPH-H 311) Epidemiology concepts, measures, and methods are introduced and applied to explain major health problems, their risks factors, processes, and changes in specific populations. Application of epidemiological methods to identification, surveillance, prevention, and disease control in individuals, families, and communities are addressed.

SPH-E 350 Infectious Diseases: Outbreaks and Field Investigations (3 cr.) Recommended prerequisites: SPH-E 311; SPH-Q 381 or equivalent (or permission of instructor). Students will learn the history and the basic methods of investigation, study the epidemiology, and examine case studies of important, new and emerging diseases and syndromes that affect human populations. Instruction includes definitions and nomenclature, outbreak investigation processes and procedures, disease surveillance and monitoring, and prevention and control efforts. Case-studies focus on acute respiratory infections, diarrheal diseases, hepatitis, tuberculosis, HIV, sexually transmitted infections, malaria, and other vector-borne diseases.

SPH-E 353 Distribution and Determinants of Chronic DiseasesTitle (3 cr.) Recommended prerequisites: SPH-E 311; SPH-Q 381 or equivalent (or permission of instructor). This course will provide an introduction to chronic disease epidemiology. The course will discuss the pathogenesis and population distribution of some of the major chronic diseases that affect health (e.g. cardiovascular disease, diabetes, cancer). Additionally, students will learn about the major risk factors for chronic disease and strategies for population-based prevention. Finally, students will get an introduction to basic methods for ascertaining exposures and outcomes as well as research designs for studying chronic diseases.

SPH-E 358 Epidemiologic Methods: Concepts (3 cr.) P: Open only to admitted Epidemiology majors. Recommended prerequisites: SPH-E 311; SPH-Q 381 or equivalent (or permission of instructor). This course will build upon the concepts introduced in Introduction to Epidemiology by going into further detail regarding elements of study design, data analysis, and interpretation of results. Students will learn the basic methods utilized in epidemiology and how to apply them to public health. The course is also intended to provide an introduction to the basic skills needed to critically evaluate the epidemiologic literature relevant to public health professionals.

SPH-E 359 Epidemiologic Methods: Applications (3 cr.) P: Open only to admitted Epidemiology majors. Recommended prerequisites: SPH-E 311; SPH-Q 381 or equivalent (or permission of instructor). The course covers applications of epidemiologic methods and procedures to the study of the distribution and determinants of health outcomes including disease risk, morbidity, injuries, disability, mortality in populations, and health disparities. Other topics include quantitative aspects of epidemiology, for example, data sources, measures of morbidity and mortality, evaluation of association and causality, and study design.

SPH-E 496 Field Experience in Epidemiology (3-5 cr.) P: Open only to admitted Epidemiology majors. Recommended prerequisite: Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5. BSPH students in the Epidemiology concentration develop their public health skills through professional experiences in public health settings under the supervision of IU SPH-B faculty and facilitation of preceptors. The faculty coordinator and the preceptors conduct regular evaluations, provide written progress reports, and facilitate the development of the major independent project. This course requires permission of Epidemiology Field Experience Coordinator, and completion of all Public Health core and required courses. Graded S/F.

Interdepartmental

Interdepartmental - SPH-X

SPH-X 242 Travel Study: Wellness of Nations (6 cr.) From global perspectives, students critically analyze physical, social and mental health, and quality of life of populations in nations. Students assess the many indigenous factors that culturally influence health and wellness, and acquire instructions and field experiences with our international partner universities.

Kinesiology

Athletics - SPH-A

SPH-A 265 Athletic Training Education I (1 cr.) Recommended prerequisite: Acceptance into the Athletic Training Program. Students will be introduced to concepts of experiential and service learning in order to orient them to the roles and responsibilities of the athletic training student at IU and gain the most from the learning experience while in the program. The student will participate in 30 clinical education hours. During this time, the student will write personal reflections about clinical education experiences.

SPH-A 269 Clinical Education in Athletic Training I (1 cr.) P: Acceptance into the Athletic Training Program. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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.) 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.) 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.) 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 365 Athletic Training Education II (1 cr.) Recommended prerequisites: Acceptance into the Athletic Training Program; SPH-A 270. Students are assigned to a clinical education site. The student's preceptor will specify class-goals. The student will work on evidence-based practice projects, and will become proficient in advanced taping and strapping techniques. The student will write personal reflections about clinical education experiences.

SPH-A 366 Coaching of Gymnastics (2 cr.) Practical and theoretical experiences in gymnastics: students participate in performance of skills in the gym and in class discussion sessions dealing with conducting of meets, organizing workouts, ordering equipment, officiating, history and development of gymnastics, governing bodies, and psychology of coaching.

SPH-A 367 Coaching of Swimming and Diving (2 cr.) 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.) 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.) 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.) 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. 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. 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. 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 465 Athletic Training Education III (1 cr.) Recommended prerequisites: Acceptance into the Athletic Training Program; SPH-A 382. Students complete laboratory experiences as well as gain approximately 200-300 hours of practical experience under direct supervision of certified athletic trainers or other health care providers. Students are introduced to instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization.

SPH-A 481 Clinical Education in Athletic Training V (1 cr.) P: Acceptance into the Athletic Training Program. 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. 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.) 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. 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 Senior Seminar in Athletic Training (1 cr.) P: Acceptance into the Athletic Training Program. A seminar designed to assimilate all previous experience of the student athletic trainers as well as prepare them for the athletic trainers certification examination. Practical job-related skills which the athletic trainer will be confronted with, will be addressed in this class.

Communication - SPH-C

SPH-C 213 Introduction to Sport Communication (3 cr.) 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.) 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.) 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.) A field learning experience for sport communication majors. Internship must be approved in advance. Instructor permission required. Only S/F grades given. Repeatable for credit.

Kinesiology - SPH-K

SPH-K 140 Foundations and Principles of Physical Education (2 cr.) C: SPH-K 141 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 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 150 Introduction to Kinesiology and Public Health (3 cr.) Introductory course designed to provide students with an overview of both the foundations of public health and kinesiology. Specifically, this course will introduce students to the five core knowledge areas of public health including epidemiology, biostatistics, environmental health science, health administration, and social and behavioral sciences as well as the core areas of kinesiology including history of physical activity, exercise physiology, biomechanics, and motor control. The connection between the scholarship of kinesiology and goals of public health will be emphasized.

SPH-K 200 Microcomputer Applications in Kinesiology (3 cr.) A hands-on introduction to use of microcomputers as problem-solving tools in physical education. Application programs in word processing, spreadsheets, data management, and graphics applied to specific problems in physical education, athletics, and sports.

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

SPH-K 205 Structural Kinesiology (3 cr.) Overview of basic human body structures and functions appropriate for beginning students in physical education. Fundamental concepts concerning the interaction of biological and mechanical aspects of the musculoskeletal and neuromuscular structures. Emphasis on practical application to study and teaching of skilled human movement.

SPH-K 206 Recreational Sports Programming (3 cr.) Overview of the programmatic elements and techniques that currently exist in recreational sports, including informal, intramural, club, and extramural programming; value and benefits of recreational sports; programming techniques; publicity and promotion; facility utilization; equipment concerns; safety; liability; and program observation.

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

SPH-K 214 Basic Methods of Teaching Physical Education (3 cr.) Recommended prerequisites: SPH-K 140; SPH-K 141; Admission to PETE program. Introduction to teaching methods in physical education including writing goals, objectives, and lesson plans; peer teaching; self-evaluation of teaching; teaching and learning styles; skill analysis; and assessment. Includes observation and teaching experiences.

SPH-K 216 Foundations of Physical Activity and Public Health (3 cr.) This course is designed to introduce the field of physical activity and public health and provide students with foundational principles of both public health science and exercise science to promote improved health through physical activity.

SPH-K 217 Group Physical Activity/Exercise Instruction (3 cr.) Recommended prerequisite: SPH-K 205. To apply the CDC/Physical Activity (PA) and ACSM exercise recommendations to group movement for apparently healthy populations of varying abilities. Compose and evaluate group movement experiences utilizing a research-based approach to group exercise instruction of various formats.

SPH-K 218 Individual Physical Activity/Exercise Instruction (3 cr.) Recommended prerequisites: SPH-K 205, SPH-K 216, Admission to Health Fitness Specialist major or Fitness Instruction minor. To provide content knowledge and practical application of physical activity (PA) and exercise best practices for apparently healthy participants in preparation for one-on-one coaching and instruction of movement programs.

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

SPH-K 224 Teaching of Dance Activities (2 cr.) Methods and materials of folk, square, social, and modern dance. Terminology, fundamental skills, selection, and presentation of dances. Emphasis on planning dance units and teaching of dances. Fundamentals of locomotor and nonlocomotor skills as well as experiences in creative movement activities. Instruction in rhythmic movement progressions and development of materials for unit plans.

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

SPH-K 283 Group Fitness Practicum (2 cr.) Recommended prerequisite: SPH-K 205. 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.) 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.) 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.) Laboratory or field experience in physical education.

SPH-K 313 Tools of Learning (3 cr.) Recommended prerequisite: SPH-K 214. 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.) 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.) 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.) 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 319 Physical Activity/Exercise Leadership (3 cr.) Recommended prerequisites: SPH-K 216 or SPH-I 119 and SPH-K 205 or ANAT-A 215. To apply the CDC/Physical Activity (PA) and ACSM exercise recommendations to fitness leadership experiences for apparently healthy populations of varying abilities. Create, present and evaluate fitness experiences utilizing a research-based approach to PA/Exercise leadership.

SPH-K 323 Teaching Individual and Dual Activities (2 cr.) Recommended prerequisite: SPH-K 214. 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.) Recommended prerequisite: SPH-K 214. 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.) 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. Students taking this course should have advanced swimming proficiency and be at least 17 years of age.

SPH-K 327 Behavioral Aspects of Physical Activity and Exercise (3 cr.) Provides students with practical experience in physical activity/exercise coaching utilizing behavior models and theories and physical activity/fitness best practices. Students examine physical activity theories and motivational techniques needed to assist participants with physical activity perspectives/interventions. Students apply behavioral techniques to actual clients and evaluate the outcomes of their efforts.

SPH-K 334 Cultural Diversity in American Sport (3 cr.) Examination of the historical and contemporary experiences and accomplishments of black athletes. Investigation of the impact of sociological variables on their social and athletic participation.

SPH-K 335 Theories of Conditioning for Coaching (3 cr.) 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 372 Scientific Diver Certification (3 cr.) Recommended prerequisite: National Scuba Certification. This course is designed to prepare participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to qualify as an Indiana University Scientific Diver. Course provides comprehensive principles for safe and efficient diving during scientific investigations and surveys. Topics includes OSHA and IU standards for scientific diving, diving physics, physiology, decompression theory, equipment, dive planning, safety and environments. Underwater techniques for data collection in several academic areas and personal diving skills will be emphasized during confined water training sessions.

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

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

SPH-K 391 Biomechanics (3 cr.) An introduction to the mechanics of human motion. Includes linear and angular kinematics and kinetics in the context of human motion; mechanics of fluids; mechanics of muscles; analysis of selected sports activities.

SPH-K 395 Fitness Specialist Practicum (2 cr.) P: SPH-K 216 and SPH-K 319; Open only to students in the following two majors: Fitness and Wellness and Health Fitness Specialist. Students will learn and apply effective program design and exercise leadership, specifically with youth who are considered overweight and/or obese, in this content-based, performance-based, and process-based course. Students will create safe, effective program designs based on individual client needs and goals. Students will be exposed to a variety of programming options, and provided with tools for personalizing and individualizing exercise programs based on a client’s personal profile (medical history, assessment and goals). Graded on S/F bassis.

SPH-K 398 Adapted Physical Activity (3 cr.) Study of conditions that require physical activity 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.) P: Only open to juniors and seniors. 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. Open only to students admitted to the following programs: Exercise Science major, Exercise Science minor, Fitness and Wellness major, Health Fitness Specialist major, Teacher Prep-All Grade major, Athletic Training major. Coaching minor, Kinesiology minor. 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.) Recommended prerequisite or corequisite: SPH-K 409, PHSL-P 431. 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.) Recommended prerequisite: EDUC-M 456 and concurrent EDUC-M 482. Course focus on problem solving, reflection, and professional development during student teaching semester. Portfolio completion and exit interview.

SPH-K 416 Physical Activity/Fitness Administration (3 cr.) Provide research and content information for administration of Physical Activity (PA)/Fitness business practices. Learn trends and best program practices for PA/Fitness businesses. Discuss contemporary issues and participate in group problem solving activities for a business. Integrate knowledge through researching a specific business of interest using PA/Fitness Administrative best practices.

SPH-K 417 Physical Activity and Disease: Prevention and Treatment (3 cr.) Recommended prerequisite: SPH-K 409. 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.) Recommended prerequisites: SPH-K 409; Open only to students in the following programs: Fitness and Wellness major, Health Fitness Specialist major, Exercise Science major, Fitness Instruction minor, Kinesiology minor. 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.) Recommended prerequisites: SPH-K 417, and SPH-K 419. The course is designed to be a culminating experience for the health 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 ACSM Health, Fitness Instructor national certification.

SPH-K 421 Special Topics in Kinesiology (1–3 cr.) An in-depth investigation of a contemporary topic in the field of kinesiology. Topics vary. Repeatable for credit with different topic. Repeatable for credit with different topic.

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

SPH-K 435 Philosophical Foundations of Coaching (3 cr.) 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 Kinesiology (1-3 cr.) An upper level student seminar. Multidisciplinary examination of complex issues in kinesiology. Repeatable for credit. Repeatable for credit.

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

SPH-K 452 Motor Learning (3 cr.) P: P: SPH-K 205 or ANAT-A 215, PHSL-P 215; Open only to students admitted to the following programs: Exercise Science major, Exercise Science minor, Fitness and Wellness major, Health Fitness Specialist major, Teacher Prep-All Grade major, Athletic Training major. Coaching minor, Kinesiology minor. 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.) Students will serve as an assistant under an experienced coach and will participate in weekly seminars. Limited to coaching minor students or permission of instructor. Students should have junior or senior class standing when beginning this course.

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

SPH-K 472 Professional Diver Development (3 cr.) Recommended prerequisite: SPH-I 371. The course is designed to prepare experienced divers for entry into the Professional Diving Industry. Content includes an introduction to the business of diving, leadership development, boating and navigational skills, photo and video production, equipment troubleshooting, full-face communication mask training, and dive skill mastery.

SPH-K 473 Laboratory Teaching in the Physical Education Program (1 cr.) Prepractice teaching experience. Students assist and help teach activities in the Physical Education Program. Students must have had a course in the teaching of that activity before they are allowed to assist. Repeatable for credit.

SPH-K 480 Current Trends in Physical Education (1–3 cr.) Focuses on promoting quality physical education in K-12 programs. Topics are designed to address four areas of critical importance: 1) curriculum and instruction, 2) innovative activities, 3) adapted physical education, and 4) assessment.

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

SPH-K 486 Field Experience in Fitness and Wellness (1-8 cr.) P: Open only to students in the Fitness and Wellness major. BSPH students in the Fitness and Wellness degree develop their public health skills through professional experiences in public health settings under the supervision of IU SPH-K faculty and facilitation of preceptors. The faculty coordinator and the preceptors conduct regular evaluations, provide written progress reports, and facilitate the development of the major independent project. Students wishing to register for this course must have completed all Public Health Core and Fitness and Wellness Courses. Instructor permission required. S/F grading. Repeatable for credit.

SPH-K 488 Athletic Training Techniques (3 cr.) Designed for athletic training majors, this course is to provide an anatomical foundation for the understanding and analysis of human movement, specifically applied to assessment, exercise and rehabilitation of athletic injuries. The course will address theoretical concepts and clinical practices in the assessment and rehabilitation of sports-related injuries, including assessment of joint structures, joint mobility, various anatomical alignments, strength and flexibility testing, as well as gait analysis.

SPH-K 490 Motor Development and Learning (3 cr.) Motor learning and development principles throughout the life span. Emphasis on observing and analyzing characteristic movement behavior, motor learning, and motor performance, with application to developmentally appropriate movement experiences.

SPH-K 492 Research in Kinesiology (1–3 cr.) Open to junior or senior majors or minors in kinesiology. Research proposal must be approved in advance. Research proposal must be approved in advance. Instructor permission required. Repeatable for credit.

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

SPH-K 496 Laboratory Assisting or Field Experience in Kinesiology (1–3 cr.) Student will assist in either an ongoing or a new research project, or obtain some other field experience, under the guidance of a faculty sponsor. Instructor permission required. Repeatable for credit.

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

Marketing and Management - SPH-M

SPH-M 211 Introduction to Sport Management (3 cr.) An examination of the broad spectrum of career opportunities available in the sport management profession. Special emphasis on career planning, sport management terminology, and an overview of specific skills and courses required for professional preparation in sport management.

SPH-M 304 Sport Industry Studies (1–4 cr.) 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 Managing the Sport Enterprise (3 cr.) Recommended prerequisite: Admission to Sport Marketing and Management program. 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.) 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.) 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.) 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.) 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.) Recommended prerequisites: BUS-L 201; Admission to Sport Marketing and Management program. 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.) Recommended prerequisite: Admission to Sport Marketing and Management program. An introduction to the theories and techniques of sport promotions, public relations, and fund-raising.

SPH-M 418 Sport Marketing (3 cr.) Recommended prerequisites: SPH-M 211 and BUS-M 300 or BUS-M 301; Admission to Sport Marketing and Management program. 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: Only for students in one of the following programs: Sport Marketing and Management major, Sport Marketing and Management minor, Sport Communication-Broadcast major; Sport Communication-Print major. 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. Students should have senior class standing when beginning this course.

SPH-M 425 Sport Governance in the Global Community (3 cr.) Recommended prerequisite: Admission to Sport Marketing and Management program. 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.) Recommended prerequisite: For students in one of the following programs: Sport Marketing and Management major, Sport Marketing and Management minor, Sport Communication-Broadcast major; Sport Communication-Print major. The application of sales strategies to the sport industry. Students should have junior or senior class standing when beginning this course.

SPH-M 428 Strategic Management in the Sport Industry (3 cr.) Recommended prerequisite: Only for students in one of the following programs: Sport Marketing and Management major, Sport Marketing and Management minor, Sport Communication-Broadcast major; Sport Communication-Print major. Study of the sport industry with an emphasis on developing an understanding of how firms within the sport industry develop and apply competitive strategies. Students should have senior class standing when beginning this course.

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

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

Physical Activity Instruction - SPH-I

SPH-I 100 Experiences in Physical Activity (1–3 cr.) Instruction in a specified physical education activity that is not regularly offered by the Department of Kinesiology. Emphasis on development of skill and knowledge pertinent to the activity. Repeatable for credit with different activity.

SPH-I 102 Group Exercise (1 cr.) 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. S/F graded. Fee charged. Repeatable once for credit.

SPH-I 103 Archery (1 cr.) Instruction in archery skills, including care and construction of tackle. Instruction follows guidelines of the Outdoor Education Project of AAHPERD. Emphasis on fundamental skills and shooting form. Fee charged.

SPH-I 106 Basic Fishing Techniques (1 cr.) 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 111 Basketball (1 cr.) Instruction in fundamental skills of shooting, passing, ball handling, footwork, basic strategies of offensive and defensive play, and interpretation of rules.

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

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

SPH-I 119 Personal Fitness (2 cr.) 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. Fee charged.

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

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

SPH-I 130 Army Physical Fitness (2 cr.) Recommended prerequisite: Open to ROTC cadets only. 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 133 Fitness and Jogging I (1 cr.) Beginning instruction in the basic principles of fitness as they apply to a jogging program. Emphasis on cardiorespiratory endurance and flexibility. Basic concepts underlying Dr. Kenneth Cooper's aerobic program. For students without prior experience in jogging programs, aerobics levels I through III. S/F graded.

SPH-I 134 Middle Eastern Dance (1 cr.) 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.) Beginning instruction in techniques for putting, chipping, pitching, iron swing, and wood strokes. Rules and etiquette of golf. Students play on par 3 courses. Fee charged.

SPH-I 137 Indoor Climbing (1 cr.) Introduces climbing and belaying techniques. Highly experience-based course where students engage in site setting, climbing safety, proper belay techniques and new skill demonstrations. Includes an introduction to lead climbing and belaying lead falls.

SPH-I 138 Indoor Climbing-Intermediate (1 cr.) Builds on the basic climbing skills learned in Indoor Climbing and help develop lead climbing skills and lead belaying technique and skills. Highly experience-based course where students engage in site setting, climbing safety, genuine reflection, and new skill demonstration.

SPH-I 140 Beginning Brazilian Ju-Jitsu (1 cr.)
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.) 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.) 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.) 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.) 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.) 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 T'ai Chi Ch'uan (1 cr.) Introduction to the slow movements of t'ai chi ch'uan. Course provides instruction in William C. C. Chen's 60 movement form, physics of body leverage, history, philosophy, and cultural context. One of the most popular forms of exercise in China today.

SPH-I 149 Judo (1 cr.) 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.) 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.) Instruction in techniques for practical common sense self defense skills and situations. No uniform required.

SPH-I 152 Japanese Ju-Jitsu (1 cr.) 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.) 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.) 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.) 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.) Instruction in basic skills for beginning players. Includes both four-wall singles and doubles games.

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

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

SPH-I 185 Volleyball (1 cr.) 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.) Instruction in basic principles and techniques of conditioning through use of free weights. Emphasis on personalized conditioning programs. S/F graded. Fee charged. Repeatable once for credit.

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

SPH-I 197 Ice Skating Instruction (1 cr.) 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. Fee charged. Repeatable once for credit.

SPH-I 211 Advanced Basketball (1 cr.) Recommended: SPH-I 111. 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 227 Intermediate Fencing (1 cr.) Recommended prerequisite: SPH-I 127. 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.) Recommended prerequisite: SPH-I 130. 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 240 Intermediate Brazilian Ju-Jitsu (1 cr.) Recommended prerequisite: SPH-I 140. 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 245 Cultures and Traditions of the Martial Arts (2 cr.) 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.) 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.) 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.) Recommended prerequisite: SPH-I 148. 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.) Recommended prerequisite: SPH-I 149. 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.) Instruction in advanced applications of basic techniques and free fighting. Students should achieve technical level of green belt. Karate uniform required. Students wishing to enroll in this course must have yellow belt technical level or consent of instructor.

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.) 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.) 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.) 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.) Instruction in spin service, volley, lob, and advanced drive placement. Emphasis on singles and doubles playing strategies.

SPH-I 290 Yoga II (1 cr.) P: SPH-I 190. 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 340 Advanced Brazilian Ju-Jitsu (1 cr.) 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.) 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.) Recommended prerequisite: SPH-I 248. 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 350 Advanced Tae Kwon Do (1 cr.) 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 370 Scuba Certification (2 cr.) Recommended prerequisite or concurrent: SPH-I 270. 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.) Recommended prerequisite: SPH-I 370 or National SCUBA certification. 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 445 Independent Study in the Martial Arts (1 cr.) 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.) 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. Students wishing to enroll in this class must have attained a Brown belt (third kup) or higher technical level or intructor consent. Uniform required.

SPH-I 448 T’ai Chi Chu’an Sword (1 cr.) Recommended prerequisites: SPH-I 148 and SPH-I 248. 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.) 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. Students wishing to enroll in this class must have attained a Brown belt (third kup) or higher technical level or instructor consent. Uniform required.

SPH-I 470 Diver Safety and Rescue (2–3 cr.) 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. Students wishing to enroll in this class must have attained scuba certification. Fee charged.

SPH-I 471 Underwater Archaeology Techniques (3 cr.) 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 472 Scuba Instructor Development (2 cr.) Instructor preparation course for recreational scuba diving. Participants will complete all dive master requirements prior to standard national evaluation exams.

Recreation, Parks, and Tourism Studies

Recreation - SPH-R

SPH-R 101 Introduction to Resource Development/Fundraising (3 cr.) Comprehensive overview of the importance of philanthropy in our society and on fundraising techniques and resources useful to future and current nonprofit professionals, volunteers, and donors. Emphasis on annual funds (including direct mail, special events, telemarketing, and online giving), capital campaigns, major gifts/planned giving, development services, and volunteer/staff roles in fundraising.

SPH-R 142 Living Well (3 cr.) Broaden your view of living well by actively pursuing healthy lifestyles. This course utilizes School of Public Health faculty and professionals throughout the Bloomington community to help students achieve balance in health, physical activity, and leisure pursuits. Students address concepts of peer mentoring and goal setting strategies to achieve this balance.

SPH-R 145 A Multidisciplinary Approach to Wellness (2 cr.) Now that you know about the eight dimensions of wellness from your R-142 course, it is time to start looking at how these dimensions apply to your life. It's time to start asking questions and exploring your own goals associated with holistic wellness. What challenges will you face? What challenges can you overcome? This one credit hour course will accomplish three things: (1) allow you to analyze wellness information presented by guest speakers, (2) push you to think critically about wellness and discuss your ideas with others, and (3) use your knowledge in new ways through application of wellness practices. The culminating project for this course will require you to put together a wellness portfolio that highlights your knowledge, skills, and abilities as they relate to wellness.

SPH-R 200 Foundations of Leisure and Public Health (3 cr.) (formerly: SPH-R 110) Introduction to leisure as a significant force in contemporary life, a human behavior spanning history and cultures, and an essential contributor to public health. Focus on the relation of leisure to the public health of individuals and communities by studying its social, psychological, historical, philosophical, economic, anthropological, and geographical foundations.

SPH-R 201 Annual Giving (2 cr.) Information, skills, and resources useful to nonprofit professionals, volunteers, and donors who want to create effective annual giving programs. Emphasis on integrating key fundraising components (direct mail, special events, telemarketing, personal solicitation, matching gifts, and technology) into coherent development plans.

SPH-R 202 Major Gifts and Planned Giving (2 cr.) (Formerly HPER-T 202) Techniques and best practices used to cultivate, solicit, and close large philanthropic commitments from individuals. Focus on different ways gifts can be designed (or "planned") to fit the needs of the donor and maximize the impact on the nonprofit recipient.

SPH-R 203 Development Services (2 cr.) Behind-the-scenes foundation for planning and managing innovative and effective resource development (fundraising) efforts. Emphasis on practical resources and techniques in research, stewardship, information systems, and development technologies.

SPH-R 210 Inclusion in Recreation, Parks, and Tourism (3 cr.) Overview and rationale for the provision of recreation, park, and tourism services for all populations and ages with a focus on individuals with disabilities. Moral and legal issues, relevant terminology, accessibility guidelines, awareness of needs and abilities of under-represented groups, and techniques for the inclusion of individuals of all abilities.

SPH-R 212 Computers in Park, Recreation, Sport, and Tourism Management (3 cr.) An introduction to computer applications in　parks, recreation, sports, and tourism. The primary emphasis is placed on word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation, desktop publishing, electronic mail, and Internet computing skills.

SPH-R 220 Foundations of Public, Nonprofit, and Community Recreation (3 cr.) Exploration of the uniqueness of public and nonprofit recreation service providers, including their history and mission, while developing an understanding of community and societal issues related to their programs, services and administration of these agencies, and the nature of working in public service.

SPH-R 221 Recreation Facility Management (3 cr.) Exploration of the uniqueness of public and nonprofit recreation service providers, including their history and mission, while developing an understanding of community and societal issues related to their programs, services and administration of these agencies, and the nature of working in public service.

SPH-R 223 Recreation Based GIS (3 cr.) Introductory GIS course focusing on acquiring, mapping and analyzing geographic information as it relates to recreation, park and tourism issues. Potential issues include planning, transportation, marketing, natural resource management and demographics.

SPH-R 230 Recreational Sport Programming (3 cr.) Overview of programmatic elements and techniques in recreational sports. Topics include informal, intramural, club, extramural, and instructional sports programming; values of recreational sports; and terminology and career opportunities in various recreational sport settings.

SPH-R 235 Sport and Violence (3 cr.) This course explores the roots of violence from the context of sport. Foundations are examined in the theoretical framework of sport in society from historical, sociological, psychological, and anthropological perspectives, as well as linkage to contemporary resources that address this problem.

SPH-R 250 Topics in Recreation, Park, and Tourism Studies (3 cr.) Emerging topics in recreation, parks, and tourism, emphasizing current research and practice. Specific topics vary. Repeatable once for credit with different topic.

SPH-R 301 Capital Campaigns (2 cr.) Advanced course in resource development/ fundraising focusing on the successful organization, implementation, and completion of a capital campaign. Especially applicable for future and current nonprofit managers and fundraisers.

SPH-R 303 Development Marketing and Analytical Services (2 cr.) Introduction to the integration of for-profit marketing practices into the nonprofit culture.

SPH-R 304 Statistical Applications in Leisure Studies (3 cr.) Introduction to the principles and practices of research analysis. Statistics is the mathematical tool used to describe research observations and to make inferences. Emphasis will be placed on the concepts and assumptions behind a statistical test and in the test's mathematical description.

SPH-R 311 Management in Recreation, Parks, and Tourism (3 cr.) Study of management principles and practices of the public agency, non-profit association, and private for-profit enterprise operating parks, recreation areas and facilities, and providing recreation programs and services.

SPH-R 312 Career Perspectives & Internship Preparation (3 cr.) P: SPH-R 200 or SPH-B 150 or SPH-K 150; admitted major in Outdoor Recreation, Parks, and Human Ecology, or Public, Nonprofit, and Community Recreation, or Recreational Sport Management, or Tourism, Hospitality, and Event Management. Survey of recreation, park, and tourism services as a career field, to familiarize students with concepts related to professionalism and the internship and job search process. Students will practice the process of career planning through self-assessment and exploration of career options, and will receive feedback on interview and writing skills.

SPH-R 314 Data-Based Decision-Making Methods (3 cr.) Overview of the processes of research and evaluation as encountered in leisure services. Development of inquiry skills useful for planning and management, and various methods of effective information collection and synthesis. Practice using factual evidence to support programming or planning decisions and to document the outcomes of programs being implemented.

SPH-R 315 Leadership in a Diverse Society (3 cr.) Exploration into the nature of leadership and of diversity within oneself and society, including workplaces, work practices, and policies. Study of theoretical models of leadership, diversity, and social interaction, to explore how leadership can be enhanced through diversity.

SPH-R 321 Aquatic Management (3 cr.) Skills/knowledge necessary to assume a management role in the area of aquatics will be covered. Course will introduce aspects of managing a variety of aquatic settings, and will acquaint students with the latest trends in　aquatic programs/facilities/equipment. Materials/testing to become certified in American Red Cross Lifeguard Management included.

SPH-R 350 Seminar in Recreation and Parks (1–3 cr.) ) Park and recreation current issues seminar. Topic varies with the instructor and year. Consult the online Schedule of Classes for current information. Repeatable for credit with different topic.

SPH-R 375 Winery and Food Tourism: The Case of Sorrento, Italy (3 cr.) The focus of this course is on the role of wineries and restaurants in the tourism industry. The impact that winery and food tourism has on local, regional and national economies will be examined. Revenue centers that can be developed in conjunction with a winery and a restaurant, such as restaurants, gift shops and events will also be analyzed. Activities away from the winery and restaurant location such as participation in wine and food festivals, wine and food seminars and culinary events will be included as topics for discussion. The orientation of the course will be winery and food tourism as a business and, as such, will emphasize the functions of management and marketing.

SPH-R 381 Leisure and Aging (3 cr.) Explores the role of leisure in adult development with specific focus on the aging process, leisure needs, and leisure services. Basic concepts associated with leisure, aging, targeting leisure services, research, and public policy are presented in light of forecasting leisure demand in the 21st century.

SPH-R 388 Marketing Principles for Leisure Services (3 cr.) Application of marketing principles to leisure service delivery systems, including procedures for developing marketing plans for leisure service organizations and agencies. Emphasis on organizing and analyzing the marketing process and planning the marketing mix, including product, price, place, and promotion.

SPH-R 389 Practicum in Fundraising (1–3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-T 399) Designed to facilitate the acquisition of practical knowledge and experiences in fundraising and resource development under faculty/agency supervision.

SPH-R 390 Graduate Prerequisite in Recreation and Park Administration (3 cr.) An overview of the various disciplines within the field of Recreation, Park, Tourism and Sport intended for graduate students with minimal background in recreation and leisure services.

SPH-R 391 Readings in Recreation, Park and Tourism Studies (1–3 cr.) Individualized advanced study of specific topics under faculty direction. Instructor permission required. Repeatable for credit.

SPH-R 395 Practicum in Recreation, Park and Tourism Studies (1–6 cr.) Practical field experience under faculty supervision and with seminar discussions. Permission of Department required. Repeatable for credit.

SPH-R 396 Work Experience in RPTS (0 cr.) This class allows students on a visa to register when completing curricular practical training or other work experience, such as the 320 Hours, required for a Recreation degree. Repeatable.

SPH-R 401 Advanced Planned Giving: Wills and Estates (2 cr.) Advanced course for students contemplating a career in fundraising with a specialization in major gifts and planned giving. Pre-law students will also find this course useful.

SPH-R 410 Event Planning and Program Development (3 cr.) Students learn event planning and program techniques while applying course materials to real-world experiences through service learning. Students will develop and facilitate event planning and recreation programs through the study of a variety of models including the event/program development cycle. Students should have junior or senior class standing when beginning this course.

SPH-R 413 Fiscal Management for Leisure Service Organizations (3 cr.) Financing leisure products and services in public- and private-sector delivery systems. Emphasis on sources and methods of financing; forecasting cost and income; and budgeting, pricing and fiscal management through use of computer technology.

SPH-R 414 Legal Aspects of Recreation (3 cr.) Provides students with basic understanding of legal liability, the risk management process, negligence, intentional torts, constitutional torts, strict liability, standard of care, attractive nuisance, and other legal subjects. Introduction to personnel and contract laws well as strategies for reducing the probability of litigation.

SPH-R 425 Strategic Planning for Recreation, Park and Tourism Organizations (3 cr.) P: Open only to seniors. Study of strategic and comprehensive planning, its application and processes, including management components and influences. Emphasis on the planning process, public engagement techniques, research methods, trends analysis and planning models.

SPH-R 426 Human Resource Management in Leisure Services (3 cr.) Principles and practices of human resource management in recreation and leisure service agencies will be studied with emphasis upon the skills necessary to manage full-time, part-time, and seasonal employees as well as volunteers.

SPH-R 431 Youth Sport Management (3 cr.) P: SPH-R 230. Exploration and examination of youth sport history, philosophy, developmental stages of youth, sport management and programming, and current issues and events necessary to deliver youth sport programming within a variety of settings, agencies and/or organizations.

SPH-R 434 Legal Issues in Sport Settings (3 cr.) The course purpose is to provide a fundamental understanding of the American system of jurisprudence, statutory, tort, contract, trademark, and constitutional laws while educating students about the legal risks and issues inherent in the management of sport programs as a way to avoid or reduce the probability of litigation.

SPH-R 484 Workshop in Recreation, Park, and Tourism Studies (1–6 cr.) Topics in recreation, park, and tourism studies, in an interactive setting emphasizing application, under the direction of faculty members. Repeatable for credit with different topic.

SPH-R 492 Research in Recreation, Park and Tourism Studies (1–3 cr.) Undergraduate independent research under the guidance of a faculty member. The research proposal must be approved in advance. Permission of department required. Cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 required. Repeatable for credit.

SPH-R 497 Professional Internship (12 cr.) Supervised real world experience for students to practice the relevant knowledge and skills required to enter careers in recreation and leisure, and to extend their professional network. Interns will have a site supervisor and an Indiana University Internship Coordinator who assigns specific tasks and evaluates the intern's work. Permission of department required. Prior to the internship, students should complete the the following: 320 Hours; Non-Recreational Therapy majors should have completed SPH-R 392 and SPH-R 430, and have at least junior standing. Recreational Therapy majors should have completed all required recreational therapy classes, anatomy, physiology, lifespan development, and abnormal psychology. Cumulative GPA of at least 2.0 required.

SPH-R 499 Internship in Fundraising (1–3 cr.) Designed as a hands-on full-time work experience in fundraising and resource development for eight to fourteen weeks with a selected agency. Internship must be approved in advance. Instructor permission required.

Outdoor Recreation, Parks, and Human Ecology - SPH-O

SPH-O 111 Campus Gardening Experience (1 cr.) This course provides opportunities for development and application of nature education and gardening skills in a natural setting. Students will learn general foundations and concepts and have opportunities to practice and apply leadership skills to nature education and gardening activities.

SPH-O 210 Introduction to Outdoor Recreation, Parks, and Human Ecology (3 cr.) Introduction to outdoor recreation and parks within a human ecological framework, defined as the study of the complex and varied systems of interactions between people and the environment. Examination of societal, recreation applications, and emerging recreation and leisure trends that have direct application to human ecology.

SPH-O 214 Wildflowers and Wild Edibles (3 cr.) Students will gain a knowledge for identification of wildflowers and wild edible plants. Activities may include a weekend field trip, a chance to improve skills in identifying local plants, as well as a culinary experience in wild edibles.

SPH-O 244 Natural History and Field Ecology (3 cr.) P: SPH-O 210. Investigation of general natural history and field ecology concepts in a laboratory setting. Weekly field trips.

SPH-O 250 Introduction to Equine Assisted Activities (3 cr.) This lecture and laboratory course introduces equine assisted activities. Topics include NARHA, history, teaching techniques, safety issues, volunteers, selecting/ training therapy horses, public relations, fund-raising, disabilities, choosing rider populations and mounting procedures. Student will be required to participate in hands-on experiences at PAL (People and Animal learning Services).

SPH-O 279 Outdoor Adventure Education (3 cr.) Overview focusing on theoretical concepts and common practices. Investigation and elucidation of theory and philosophy via a mixture of abstracted knowledge and practical involvement in a backcountry environment.

SPH-O 305 Integrated Resource Management (3 cr.) Provides a managerial understanding of ecological concepts, resource management practices, and resource policies related to natural resource/land management. Focus on allocation of resources, carrying capacity, resource protection, and environmental impacts of uses on natural resources.

SPH-O 310 Ecosystem Management (3 cr.) P: SPH-0 210. Study of basic concepts, theories, and importance for outdoor recreation, with particular emphasis on key aspects of ecosystems that are conducive to successful and sustainable environmental communities, impacts of strategies on resource sites, and best practices. Required field work.

SPH-O 313 Wilderness and Protected Lands (3 cr.) The philosophical turmoil of formal wilderness creation in the United States will be presented in this course. Discussion and debate of the European influences on wilderness thinking in the United States as well as examination of wilderness experiences of early European settlers to America will be addressed. The course traces the history of influential leaders in wilderness designations and the political climate of wilderness debates.

SPH-O 318 Outdoor Recreation Consortium (3 cr.) This course is designed to convey both practical information and direct experience to students about components of outdoor recreation and resource management. To accomplish this goal, this course enables students to participate in a one-week long outdoor recreation consortium at the Great Smoky Mountain National Park.

SPH-O 322 Therapeutic Outdoor Instructional Techniques (3 cr.) Examination of basic teaching techniques and practices commonly used in the instruction and supervision of individuals in Therapeutic Outdoor Programming environments, including group leadership, program planning, and skills necessary in adventure settings: assessment, group management, facilitation, and debriefing, hygiene, food and water processing, trip planning, safety management, and camping techniques.

SPH-O 324 Outdoor Experiential Education: Instructional Techniques (3 cr.) This course is designed to provide an examination of the basic techniques and practices commonly used in outdoor programming. Of specific interest are techniques, skills, and procedures used in the instruction and supervision of individuals and groups in outdoor environments.

SPH-O 340 Interpretation and Tour Guiding (3 cr.) P: SPH-O 210. Introduction to personal-heritage interpretation and tour guiding. Exploration of the tenets and principles from various fields of study that encompass the body of knowledge used in the interpretation/tour guiding profession.

SPH-O 341 Field Techniques in Environmental Education (3 cr.) This is an intensive one-week course that uses the outdoors as a laboratory to share strategies, methodologies, and techniques to teach environmental education concept to others. The course offers training and subsequent certification in the three environmental education curriculums-Project Wild, Project Wet, and Project Learning Tree.

SPH-O 342 Applied Ecology: Water Communities (3 cr.) This is an intensive three-week course that uses Bradford Woods Outdoor Education Center as a laboratory to explore and investigate a variety of freshwater systems. This course investigates the important theories associated with freshwater ecology and explores the water communities common to southern Indiana.

SPH-O 343 Sustainable Agriculture (3 cr.) This course will present the fundamentals of specialty crop and animal sustainable agriculture based on an agroecological framework. Students will learn about and apply ecological, social, and economic concepts in evaluating for farm sustainability. The course includes both 'in-class' and field lab experiences.

SPH-O 360 Human Health and Natural Environments (3 cr.) P: SPH-O 210. Examination of the relationships among human health, quality of life, and natural environments from the perspective of cognitive, emotional, spiritual, and related domains. Experiential learning in local natural settings.

SPH-O 412 Ecotourism: Administration and Management (3 cr.) (Formerly HPER-R 429) Theoretical foundations, practical applications and best management practices in ecotourism, under the umbrella of sustainable tourism practices. Course foci include sustainability in ecotourism development and practice; nature-based and adventure tourism; social, environmental, cultural and economic impacts; spatial strategies for ecotourism destinations; and ecotourism as a business.

SPH-O 413 Applications in Outdoor Recreation, Parks, and Human Ecology (3 cr.) P: SPH-O 244; SPH-O 310; SPH-O 340; SPH-O 360; admitted Outdoor Recreation, Parks, & Human Ecology major or official Outdoor Recreation, Parks, & Human Ecology minor. Capstone course providing a forum for intensive study of emerging recreation and leisure trends having direct application to human ecology, culminating in discussion, presentation, and papers describing some aspect of outdoor recreation and park management within a human ecology paradigm. Students should have senior class standing when beginning this course.

SPH-O 420 Principles of Therapeutic Outdoor Programs (3 cr.) This course is designed to provide an examination of the principles and practices inherent in the emerging field of Therapeutic Outdoor Programs (TOP). Topics covered include the historical development of TOP, research-based findings, specific techniques incurrent use, issues and trends in TOP, and emerging developments in therapeutic and managerial adaptations for the field.

SPH-O 430 Outdoor Adventure Programming: Foundations and Theories (3 cr.) Examination of the history, management, administration, and current issues in outdoor and adventure-based programs. Special attention to developing an understanding of organizational involvement, social and ecological issues, development of administrative and professional policy, program management, and current research findings.

SPH-O 431 Client Management in Adventure and Experiential Education (3 cr.) This course examines the models, theories, case studies, and practical implications for addressing the physical, emotional, and social needs of participants involved in adventure and experiential education.

Tourism, Hospitality, and Event Management - SPH-T

SPH-T 201 Introduction to Tourism, Hospitality, and Event Management Industries (3 cr.) Analysis of private, commercial, and industrial recreation fields, focusing on economic impact, marketing strategies, consumer protection, and career opportunities.

SPH-T 203 Principles of Lodging Management (3 cr.) This course provides an overview of lodging management from the perspectives of history, operations, and future trends. The course intends to assist students to acquire rich insights on the operation of the lodging business that entails the domains of: (1) front desk, (2) housekeeping, (3) food and beverage, (4) auxiliary facilities, (5) accounting, and (6) sales. Not everyone will become an hotelier, but lodging deeply impacts our profession and contributes uniquely to public health.

SPH-T 211 International Tourism (3 cr.) Overview of international tourism and its importance to world-wide destinations, focusing on the complexity of the world's diverse tourism opportunities, cultures, attractions, facilities, associated natural and cultural resources, and the role of sustainability in global tourism operations. Areas of investigation will range from conventional mass tourism to alternative tourism settings.

SPH-T 267 Theme Park Leadership Strategies: Disney Youth Education Series (3 cr.) With entry into the business world just around the corner, students focus on the strategies and techniques utilized by Walt Disney World Parks and Resorts leaders to create a culture of teamwork and superior guest service. Engaging challenges, observations and interactions with Walt Disney World? Cast Members expand participants' knowledge and skills, and help them realize both immediate and future applications.

SPH-T 301 Sustainable Tourism (3 cr.) Examination of critical issues in sustainable tourism, including positive and negative influences of tourism on the destination's economy, culture, and environment, and the role of sustainability in both conventional mass tourism and alternative tourism settings.

SPH-T 302 Management of Food and Beverage Operations (3 cr.) P: SPH-T 203. This course is an introduction to the fundamental principles of food and beverage management; emphasizing how food service professionals create and deliver guest-driven service, enhance value, build guest loyalty, and promote repeat business. Students learn theoretical and practical skills for effective management of food and beverage service operations relating to front and back of the house, leadership, management principles, service skills, service styles, and training of personnel.

SPH-T 311 Convention Management and Meeting Planning (3 cr.) P: SPH-T 201; admission to the Tourism, Hospitality, & Event Management major; or official minor in Event Planning; Hospitality Services; or Tourism, Hospitality, & Event Management. To enhance their effectiveness in the tourism and commercial recreation industry, students should extend this programming focus to include nonrecreational facilities and services, particularly those associated with various groups and types of?meetings such as conventions, banquets, receptions, and special events.

SPH-T 321 Resort Management (3 cr.) P: SPH-T 203; admission to the Tourism, Hospitality, & Event Management major; or official minor in Event Planning; Hospitality Services; or Tourism, Hospitality, & Event Management. This class provides an overview of resort management, including the history of travel, evolution of resort management, resort design, and the emerging trends of resort development. In addition, the students will explore a variety of managerial problems and apply problem-solving skills to a critical issue (e.g. marketing).

SPH-T 323 Festival and Event Management (3 cr.) P: SPH-T 201; admission to the Tourism, Hospitality, & Event Management major; or official minor in Event Planning; Hospitality Services; or Tourism, Hospitality, & Event Management. Focus on key management, marketing and operational areas in festival & event tourism, including managing culture and leisure experiences, merchandising and retail, catering, ticketing and pricing operations, the role of politics and policy, and issues in the economics of event tourism and risk management.

SPH-T 333 Festival and Event Tourism (3 cr.) P: SPH-T 201; admission to the Tourism, Hospitality, & Event Management major; or official minor in Event Planning; Hospitality Services; or Tourism, Hospitality, & Event Management. Study of key operational areas including destination branding, social impacts, heritage interaction, urban regeneration, the role of politics and policy, and the economics of event tourism. Application of current best practices through case studies in local arts and cultural events, food and wine festivals, mega sporting events, and heritage settings.

SPH-T 335 Entrepreneurship in Tourism, Hospitality & Event Management (THEM) (3 cr.) Introduction to hospitality business management theory and practice in an entrepreneurial environment within the hospitality industry. Topics include: financial and legal requirements of a startup venture, competitive market analysis, business plan development, and strategic planning. Working in teams, students develop concise presentation decks and detailed business plans in a competitive framework over the course of the semester, leading to presentations to a panel of experienced entrepreneurs.

SPH-T 336 Systems Integration in Hospitality Business (3 cr.) This course provides an overview of the information needs of lodging properties and food service establishments; addresses essential aspects of computer systems, such as hardware, software, and generic applications; focuses on computer-based property management systems for both front office and back office functions; examines features of computerized restaurant management systems; describes hotel sales computer applications, revenue management strategies, and accounting applications; addresses the selection and implementation of computer systems; focuses on managing information systems; and examines the impact of the Internet and private intranets on the hospitality industry.

SPH-T 345 Special Event Production and Technology (3 cr.) This course provides an overview of the event and entertainment industry with an emphasis on event production and the technologies used to conduct successful events. Topics include lighting, A/V, staging and rigging and design theory for a variety of events. Students will explore several current events as case studies of the implementation of these ideas.

SPH-T 389 Global Destination Management (3 cr.) Understanding the process of global destination management with a focus on leadership/coordination, strategic tourism planning and product development, destination marketing, and partnership and community relations. The role of destination management organizations around the world is reviewed.

SPH-T 411 International Meeting Planning (3 cr.) Course addresses the organization and production of international corporate business meetings, seminars, incentive trips, and conventions using innovative and cost-effective programs impacted by changing business needs. International issues include organizing and/or hosting international events, managing international finances, cultural considerations, international contracting, marketing, and legalities, and convention safety and security.

SPH-T 418 Public Health Issues in Global Travel and Tourism (3 cr.) This course examines the global travel and tourism phenomenon through the lens of public health. Issues reviewed include pollution and water quality, climate change, poverty, human rights, infectious diseases, sexual behavior, health care access in the context of global travel and tourism. Strategies and practices of minimizing the risks for health and the environment in travel & tourism are discussed.

SPH-T 425 Capstone in Tourism, Hospitality, and Event Management (THEM) (3 cr.) The study of strategic and comprehensive planning, its application and processes to include management components, and various impacts and influences that help determine a destinations development. Emphasis will be placed upon the planning process, public engagement techniques, research methods, trends analysis and planning models as they relate to recreation and tourism organizations within a destination. A simulation program involving a real-time management program will be utilized in the class to apply ideas. Students should have junior or senior class standing when beginning this course. This is the capstone class in the major.

SPH-T 431 Green Operations in Hospitality Services (3 cr.) P: SPH-T 203; Open only to juniors or seniors. Overview of green management in the hospitality business from the perspectives of history, operations, and future trends. Focus on green operations including waste management, design, marketing, and purchasing.

Wilderness and Outdoor Skills - SPH-W

SPH-W 110 Outdoor Adventure Leadership Skills (1 cr.) This course provides opportunities for application of pre-existing outdoor adventure skills in a natural setting. Students will learn general leadership concepts and have opportunities to practice and apply leadership skills to land- and water-based outdoor adventure activities.

SPH-W 111 Wilderness Survival (1 cr.) This course is designed to introduce the techniques required for wilderness survival and living skills and also to promote your awareness of self and nature, shelter construction, friction fire, and wilderness ethics. Classroom knowledge and skills will be followed with a weekend in the back country practicing and refining newly acquired skills.

SPH-W 112 Wilderness Survival-Advanced (1 cr.) P: SPH-W 111. Introduces students to "gearless survival" skills, including creating basic stone tools, shelter, and fire by friction utilizing only essential natural materials. Designed to promote awareness of self and nature, shelter construction, friction fire making, and wilderness ethic.

SPH-W 113 Backpacking (1 cr.) Introduces the basics of backpacking and backcountry camping, including proper equipment selection, use of topographic map, water purification, campsite selection, and Leave No Trace ethics. This is a highly experience-based course where students will engage in camp setting and maintenance, genuine reflection, and new skill demonstration.

SPH-W 115 Leave No Trace (3 cr.) Provides the Leave No Trace principles and ethics and opportunity to practice minimum impact skills. Highly experienced-based course where students will engage in camp setting and maintenance, genuine reflection, and new skill demonstration.

SPH-W 116 Wilderness First Aid (1 cr.) Help prepare students to obtain the Wilderness First Aid certification. Highly experience-based course where students will be followed by scenarios conducted outside the classroom. A third of the class time will be spent outside practicing skills in scenarios.

SPH-W 117 Swiftwater Rescue (1 cr.) Designed to help students respond quickly and safely to water emergencies. Topics include self rescue, broaching, entrapment, throw rope technique, Z-pulley systems, first aid, rescue equipment, kayak and raft rescue, swift water safety.

SPH-W 120 Fundamentals of Search and Rescue (2 cr.) This course prepares students for national certification as a Search and Rescue (SAR) Tech II according to the National Association of Search and Rescue. Content includes topics in three major areas: survival and support, search, and rescue. Course provides practical experience during simulated search and rescue operations during day/evening scenarios.

SPH-W 121 Wildland Firefighting (2 cr.) Provides basic knowledge/skills necessary to become qualified as a wildland firefighter for state or federal agencies. Topics of course are oriented toward suppression of wildland fires. Successful completion of the course and pack test (aerobic capacity) will qualify students for Red Card certification as a Wildland Firefighter.

SPH-W 122 Wilderness Living Skills (1 cr.) Designed to introduce students to the essential techniques for earth living (i.e fire by friction, shelter building, etc.) in a back country setting. Most class time will be spent in the field using experiential learning approaches with another portion taught from readings, presentations, and lectures.

SPH-W 125 Mountain Biking (1 cr.) Designed to introduce the practical knowledge and techniques of mountain biking: Based upon the International Biking Association (IMBA) rules of the trail. Learning proper trail use and care is a fundamental point covered to allow enjoyment of nature on the scenic trails surrounding Bloomington. Students participate through inquisitive learning as well as demonstrating new skills.

SPH-W 129 Map and Compass (1 cr.) Designed to introduce practical knowledge and techniques of topographic map and compass. Highly experience-based course where students engage in camp settings and maintenance, genuine reflection, and new skill demonstration.

SPH-W 130 Orienteering (1 cr.) This course is designed to introduce you to the fundamentals of orienteering. Course topics include an overview of the sport in which the competitor is given a topographic map of a forest marked with a course consisting of a series of check points to be visited. Students will learn map reading and compass skills practicing their skills on an orienteering course.

SPH-W 132 Canoeing (1 cr.) Introduces the basics of canoeing, including paddle strokes, essential maneuvers, basic canoe rescues, and Leave No Trace ethics. Highly experience-based course where students will engage in camp settings and maintenance, genuine reflection, and new skill demonstration.

SPH-W 133 Whitewater Canoeing (1 cr.) Designed to introduce the essential techniques required in whitewater canoeing. Topics covered include canoeing strategies and tactics, water safety, river dynamics, and relevant whitewater canoeing equipment. Highly experience-based course where students engage in genuine reflection and new skill development.

SPH-W 134 Whitewater Rafting (1 cr.) Designed to introduce the essential techniques required in whitewater rafting. Topics covered include rafting strategies and tactics, water safety, river dynamics, and relevant whitewater rafting equipment. Highly experience-based course where students engage in genuine reflection and new skill demonstration.

SPH-W 135 Whitewater Kayaking (1 cr.) Designed to introduce the essential techniques required in whitewater kayaking strategies and tactics, water safety, river dynamics, and new skills demonstration.

SPH-W 136 Coastal Kayaking (1 cr.) This course will provide you with an overview of the essential skills and knowledge for safe paddling on inland protected waters. These skills include essential maneuvering strokes, wet exits, assisted and unassisted rescues, kayak equipment, safety planning, and Leave No Trace ethics.

SPH-W 137 Coastal Kayaking-Intermediate (1 cr.) P: SPH-W 136. Reviews fundamental coastal kayaking techniques and introduces advanced techniques in boat control, paddle, and water navigation on a large body of water. Highly experience-based course where students engage in camp settings and maintenance, genuine reflection, and new skill demonstration.

SPH-W 138 Cross Country Skiing (1 cr.) This course will help you develop the fundamental skills and knowledge for cross country skiing and winter backcountry travel. This course introduces you to flat-track techniques then progresses to uphill and downhill techniques.

SPH-W 139 Snowshoeing (1 cr.) This course will entail two days of snowshoeing in a winter environment. It is designed to provide you with the overview of snowshoeing techniques and winter living skills. This is a highly experience based course where participants must engage in site setting, snowshoeing safety, genuine reflection and Leave No Trace ethics.

SPH-W 140 Snowboarding (1 cr.) This course is designed to introduce or further the skills of the student in snowboarding. Intended for all experience levels from beginners to advanced. The Nationally Certified Instructors of Paoli Peaks will tailor lessons to the specific wants and needs of the student to help advance their snowboarding skills.

SPH-W 142 Downhill Skiing (1 cr.) This course is designed to introduce or further the skills of the student in downhill skiing. Intended for all experience levels from beginners to advanced. The Nationally Certified instructors of Paoli Peaks will tailor lessons to the specific wants and needs of the student to help advance their downhill skiing skills

SPH-W 143 Ice Climbing (1 cr.) Introduces the basics of waterfall ice climbing in a top rope situation. Topics covered include safety, gear selection, movement on ice, and perfecting tool and crampon placements. Highly experience-based course where students will actively participate to learn the ice climbing, belaying skills, genuine reflection, and Leave No Trace ethics.

SPH-W 144 Rock Climbing (1 cr.) Designed to introduce an overview of rock climbing and belaying techniques that maximize your safety. Topics covered include safety, gear selection, general movement on rock, and perfecting hand and foot placements. Highly experience-based course where students engage in camp setting and maintenance, genuine reflection, and new skill demonstration.

SPH-W 145 Rock Climbing-Intermediate (1 cr.) P: SPH-W 144. This course is designed to build on skills introduced in Rock Climbing and introduce you to intermediate rock climbing techniques and anchor building. This is a highly experience based course where participants must engage in site setting, rock climbing safety, anchor building, decision making, and genuine reflection.

SPH-W 146 Rock Climbing-Advanced (1 cr.) P: SPH-W 145. This course is designed to build on skills introduce in Rock Climbing and introduce you to advanced rock climbing techniques and lead climbing skills. This is a highly experience based course where participants must engage in site setting, rock climbing safety, anchor building, decision making, and genuine reflection.

SPH-W 149 Vertical Caving (1 cr.) Designed to introduce you to the essential techniques in vertical caving. Highly experience-based course where students engage in the use of equipment, rappelling technique, caving commands, genuine reflection, and new skill demonstration in the beautiful cave throughout the Midwest.

SPH-W 190 Foundations of Outdoor Adventure (2 cr.) Experiential overview of basic concepts, principles, and practices in the areas of outdoor adventure and wilderness stewardship, emphasizing the construction of personal meaning in the context of lifelong learning.

SPH-W 305 Introduction to Wilderness Leadership (3 cr.) This eight-week course will introduce the foundations of outdoor adventure leadership, including an introduction to the core competencies of outdoor living skills, education, leadership, risk management, environmental integration, and planning and logistics. The course emphasizes backcountry leadership and judgement with a broad overview of the relevant theories and practices of the outdoor adventure industry. Students participate in two weekend backcountry field experiences. This course introduces students to the Wilderness Education Association (WEA) curriculum. Teaching processes include lecture, discussion, group projects, peer teaching experiences, practical skills sessions, and expeditionary learning.

SPH-W 331 Widerness First Responder (3 cr.) The Wilderness First Responder (WFR) course is the most widely accepted standard in wilderness medical care for professional outdoor leaders including mountain and river guides, wilderness trip leaders, expedition leaders, camp and outing club leaders and rangers; anyone who is responsible for the safety and care of a group of people in the backcountry. The curriculum uses the principles of long-term care, improvised resources and varying environmental conditions as the framework for learning. The course was created to provide outdoor leaders and adventurers with the knowledge and skills needed to deal with emergencies in remote settings. The course takes an in-depth look at the underlying physiology of common and uncommon emergencies that might be encountered in the wilderness context. It goes well beyond most first aid courses, particularly those that are oriented to 'urban/street medicine. The primary components of the course include personal/group safety and hygiene, backcountry survival, anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology, patient assessment, documentation, trauma medical emergencies, environmental emergencies, long-term care, teamwork, organizing/improvising rescues, decision-making, leadership, judgment and prevention.

Recreational Therapy - SPH-Y

SPH-Y 225 Disability, Health, and Function (3 cr.) Students will be provided with a model of disabling conditions including physical, mental, developmental, intellectual, hearing and vision, and other disabilities related to aging. Content will focus on etiology, prognosis, symptomatic conditions, prevalence, and its relationship to public health. Models of disability and medical terminology will be covered.

SPH-Y 277 Foundations of Recreational Therapy Practice (3 cr.) The entry level course to Recreational Therapy, this class provides an overview of the foundations of practice and theory, and historical development and evolution of the Recreational Therapy profession. Students will become familiar with Recreational Therapy as an allied health profession, service delivery models, and practice settings.

SPH-Y 378 Recreational Therapy Assessment and Planning (3 cr.) P: SPH-Y 277. This class is the first in a two-part series to learn appropriate treatment skills for the entry-level recreational therapist. This is a service learning class, and the laboratory section must be taken simultaneously in order to receive credit for the class.

SPH-Y 379 Recreational Therapy Facilitation Techniques and Evaluation (3 cr.) P: SPH-Y 225; SPH-Y 378; Admission to the Recreational Therapy major. Basic concepts, methods, and techniques associated with the selection and implementation of therapeutic interventions, and the evaluation of the interventions towards the treatment goals of the patient. This is a service learning class, and the laboratory section must be taken simultaneously in order to receive credit.

SPH-Y 397 Recreational Therapy Internship and Professional Preparation (3 cr.) P: SPH-Y 277; Admission to the Recreational Therapy major; Open only to seniors. This course is designed to prepare students for their required professional internship through a review of skills, consideration of the best placement for their career goals, and planning for the job search. Professional preparatory skills will also be developed and honed.

SPH-Y 470 Contemporary Issues in Recreational Therapy (3 cr.) P: SPH-Y 277; Admission to the Recreational Therapy major. This course is designed to advance the student's knowledge of issues and concerns that influence the provision of recreational therapy services and the advancement of the profession. Students are required critically to examine and discuss issues impacting the health care field.

SPH-Y 472 Recreational Therapy in the Health Care Environment (3 cr.) P: SPH-Y 378; Admission to the Recreational Therapy major. This course presents the foundation for understanding the contemporary health care system, as well as developing systematic program design, implementation and management of recreational therapy services. Students will understand the insurance and reimbursement systems; relevant guidelines and standards related to health care organizations; and the process of program development.

School of Public Health – Bloomington Bulletin 2018-2019

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