NSU Catalog 2021-2022 
    
    Jun 16, 2024  
NSU Catalog 2021-2022 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


Course descriptions are arranged in alphabetical order by subject code (prefix).

Courses numbered less than 100 are considered developmental and do not count as credit toward graduation. These courses serve as preparation for college level courses and are required prerequisites for math and English courses. They must be completed in the first 30 attempted credit hours. Placement in these courses is based on ACT, SAT, or standardized test scores. They are self-support courses and charged at that tuition rate.

Freshmen and sophomores may take courses numbered 100 and 200 providing that the necessary prerequisites have been completed. Courses numbered 300 and 400 are normally junior and senior level but might be taken by sophomores if the necessary prerequisites have been met. Courses numbered 500 and 600 are entry- level graduate courses offered in conjunction with the undergraduate-level course. Undergraduate students who wish to enroll for the course at the 500 or 600 level must secure permission from the Graduate School. Courses numbered 700 are open to graduate students only.

Pre-requisites: Some classes have pre-requisites which must be met before enrolling in the class. This can consist of passing grades in specific courses, minimum scores on placement exams, a specified class level or admission to a particular program. It has been determined by the disciplines that these pre-requisites are necessary to prepare the student for enrollment. Specific course pre-requisite overrides require approval of department chair or dean. Pre-requisites are listed in the course description for each class.

Credits are semester hours. Asterisk (*) indicates that the course is not offered every year.

 

Music Theory, Music Literature, Professional Music Education

  
  • MUS 333 - History of Music II


    A study of the Baroque period and its move from monody to its combination with polyphony. Representative works and styles are emphasized as related to the musical concepts of the time. 2 credits



  
  • MUS 340 - Keyboard Literature


    A critical survey of keyboard literature by major composers of the 18th, 19th, and 20th centuries through performance, recordings and study of scores. Includes an examination of teaching materials on various levels. 2 credits



  
  • MUS 341 - Voice Pedagogy


    This course provides a foundation for the development of teaching techniques to achieve healthy singing skills. The content of the course is focused on the middle-school through high school-aged voice, and includes a survey of vocal anatomy/physiology and current developments in voice science. A practicum in voice teaching is included in the second half of the course. 2 credits



  
  • MUS 343 - Study of Opera


    The study of opera through live music, recordings, scores and readings. 2 credits



  
  • MUS 344 - The History of Jazz


    Historical overview of performers, composers, and major events of jazz music in the twentieth century through a combination of lecture and applied performance practice. 2 credits



  
  • MUS 349 - Vocal Repertoire


    An overview of vocal repertoire from the Renaissance to the present in a variety of singing languages, including English, Italian, German, and French. Compositional and poetic styles, historical background, musical influences, and performance demands will be explored and discussed such that undergraduate students develop the ability to successfully choose appropriate vocal literature for themselves and others, particularly students at the high school level. Projects may include mock recital programming and selection of contest pieces for high school students. 2 credits



  
  • MUS 351 - Elementary School Music Methods


    This course provides methods and materials for guiding elementary students’ musical growth. 2 credits



  
  • MUS 353 - K-8 Music Methods


    Students develop an understanding of tools of inquiry of K-8 music; the ability to design, deliver, and evaluate a variety of instructional strategies and processes that incorporate learning resources, materials, technologies, and state and national curriculum standards appropriate to K-8 music; the ability to assess student learning in K-8 music; and to apply these knowledge, skills, and attitudes to real life situations and experiences. 1 credit



  
  • MUS 354 - Listening Lessons for Children


    Materials and methods of teaching music listening in the public schools. 2 credits



  
  • MUS 360 - Conducting


    General conducting focuses on the basic fundamentals of instrumental and choral conducting. The techniques of interpretation, score reading, rehearsal techniques, and the art of developing basic conducting techniques are addressed in the course. Prerequisite: MUS 111  2 credits



  
  • MUS 367 - Instrumental Conducting


    A study of baton technique, score reading and practice in conducting instrumental music. (2018-19 academic year course taught as MUS 361.) Prerequisite:    2 credits



  
  • MUS 368 - Choral Conducting


    A study of conducting techniques, score reading, and practice in conducting choral music. (2018-19 academic year course taught as MUS 362.) Prerequisite:    2 credits



  
  • MUS 372 - Woodwind Methods I


    Practical courses in woodwind methods and materials of teaching the basic principles of these instruments in class and individual instruction situations. 1 credit



  
  • MUS 378 - Woodwind Methods II


    Continuation of MUS 372 .  (2018-19 academic year course taught as MUS 373.) Prerequisite: MUS 372   1 credit



  
  • MUS 379 - Percussion Methods I


    Practical courses in percussion methods and materials of teaching the basic principles of these instruments in class and individual instruction situations. (2018-19 academic year course taught as MUS 374.) 1 credit



  
  • MUS 380 - Percussion Methods II


    Continuation of Percussion Methods I. (2018-19 academic year course taught as MUS 375.) Prerequisite: MUS 379   1 credit



  
  • MUS 391 - Independent Study


    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually three or fewer students. Meetings depend upon the requirements of the topic. 1-6 credits



  
  • MUS 392 - Topics


    A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. 1-4 credits



  
  • MUS 395 - Practicum


    Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with field experience courses. 1-5 credits



  
  • MUS 396 - Field Experience


    Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and or directed plan of study established between the student, instructor and field experience supervisor. Due to the presence of a field experience supervisor, a lower level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case in an internship or practicum course. 1 credit



  
  • MUS 411 - Counterpoint


    Analysis and composition in contrapuntal techniques, with a concentration on the music of J.S. Bach. Prerequisite: MUS 211   2-3 credits



  
  • MUS 420 - Orchestration and Arranging


    A study of instruments alone and in combinations. Orchestration and arranging for instrumental and vocal ensembles. Preparation of parts and participation in the conducting and performing of works scored. Prerequisite: MUS 211  2 credits



  
  • MUS 424 - Music Composition


    The composition of vocal and instrumental music for solo and small ensembles. Analysis of contemporary music. Prerequisite: MUS 111  2 credits



  
  • MUS 432 - History of Music III


    A study of the move from the ideals of classicism to those of romanticism. Extensive use will be made of recordings and scores to demonstrate the similarities and disparities of the two ideals. 2 credits



  
  • MUS 434 - History of Music IV


    A study of music from the breakdown of tonality to the present. Emphasis will be placed upon modern music as both a continuation of and a reaction to earlier periods of music history. (2018-19 academic year course taught as MUS 433.) 2 credits



  
  • MUS 443 - Jazz Pedagogy


    Jazz Pedagogy will help the student develop ideas/strategies to incorporate jazz into their curriculum. Students will listen to and identify specific styles of jazz, review level-appropriate music, learn to vocalize articulations, and discuss other topics necessary to successfully teach this important American style of music. 2 credits



  
  • MUS 450 - Advanced Elementary Music Methods


    A comprehensive study of Music Learning Theory (MLT) and the methods used to teach music in the K-8 classroom, including Kodaly, Dalcroze, Orff and other relevant methods. Must be taken with MUS 396 , Field Experience.  Admission to Teacher Education required. Co-requisite: MUS 396   3 credits



  
  • MUS 466 - Secondary Instrumental Methods


    A comprehensive study of teaching methods for the 5-12 band classroom. In addition to a study of rehearsal techniques, students will explore the psychological and philosophical aspects of teaching this age group, and the intricacies of organizing and running a band program. Admission to Teacher Education required. 3 credits



  
  • MUS 469 - Instrumental Techniques


    The course includes marching band, jazz, and instrumental repair techniques and methods. The marching band component includes organization, administration, charting, and arranging. The jazz techniques component includes the study of literature, jazz styles, and blues progression/scales/modes. The instrument repair component includes daily care and repair of band instruments. 2 credits



  
  • MUS 472 - Piano Pedagogy


    Procedures and materials for piano instruction from the beginning to the intermediate level. Includes a discussion of leading piano methods and teaching repertoire. Required of all majors whose principles performing area is the piano. 2-3 credits



  
  • MUS 480 - Secondary Choral Methods


    A comprehensive study of teaching methods for the 5-12 choral classroom. In addition to a study of rehearsal techniques, students will explore the psychological and philosophical aspects of teaching this age group; choral tone, diction, vowels, and tuning; and the intricacies of organizing and running a choral music program. Must be taken with MUS 496 , Field Experience. Admission to Teacher Education required. Co-requisite: MUS 496  Admission to Teacher Education required 3 credits



  
  • MUS 491 - Independent Study


    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually three or fewer students. Meetings depend upon the requirements of the topic. 1-4 credits



  
  • MUS 492 - Topics


    Includes current topics, advanced topics, and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. 1-5 credits



  
  • MUS 496 - Field Experience


    Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and or directed plan of study established between the student, instructor and field experience supervisor. Due to the presence of a field experience supervisor, a lower level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case in an internship or practicum course. 1 credit



  
  • MUS 572 - Piano Pedagogy


    Procedures and materials for piano instruction from the beginning to the intermediate level. Includes a discussion of leading piano methods and teaching repertoire. Required of all majors whose principle performing area is the piano. 2 credits



  
  • MUS 591 - Independent Study


    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually three or fewer students. Meetings depend upon the requirements of the topic. 1-4 credits



  
  • MUS 592 - Topics


    Includes current topics, advanced topics, and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. 1-5 credits



  
  • MUS 593 - Workshop


    Special, intense sessions in specific topic areas. Approximately 45 hours of work is required for each hour of credit. Workshops may vary in time range but typically use a compressed time period for delivery. They may include lectures, conferences, committee work, and group activity. 1-4 credits



  
  • MUS 715 - Music Theory Analysis for the Educator


    This course examines useful and practical approaches of score analysis, formal structures, and organizational systems for the benefit of music educators. 2 credits



  
  • MUS 716 - Technology for Music Educators


    This course examines various technology tools for improving instruction and explores methods for integration of technology into the music curriculum including sound reinforcement and recording. 2 credits



  
  • MUS 735 - American Music Survey


    This course examines the background and history of American music and its application to current music education programs from the time of the Bay Psalm Book to 21st century. 2 credits



  
  • MUS 743 - Jazz Pedagogy for the Educator


    This course examines instructional and choral jazz pedagogy techniques to help the educator develop and maintain a viable jazz component to the school’s music curriculum. A survey of appropriate literature by grade/age level will be reviewed. 2 credits



  
  • MUS 751 - Advanced Conducting and Performance Practice


    This course examines techniques to improve the student’s technical and musical background in conducting. Content will include pedagogical methods and related materials within a student’s specialty area. 3 credits



  
  • MUS 752 - Advanced Rehearsal Techniques and Pedagogy


    This course will explore rehearsal techniques, conducting, planning, preparation, and score analysis skills. It will further explore the pedagogical intricacies of wind, brass, percussion, string and vocal teaching. Focus will be on developing and improving sound pedagogical practices in the teaching of these specific areas. This course is a continuation of pedagogical literature, methods, and related materials within the student’s specialty area. 3 credits



  
  • MUS 766 - School of Music Administration


    This course studies the organization and administration of the school instrumental/vocal music program. Topics include: budgeting, recruiting, retention, relationships with external constituencies, policy development and implementation, and organizational structure. 2 credits



  
  • MUS 772 - Research in Music Education


    This course investigates the basic concepts and resources associated with research in music education. Students will learn the technique of writing in the discipline using commonly accepted musicological inquiry.
      3 credits



  
  • MUS 775 - Foundations of Music Education: Psychology, History, and Trends


    This graduate-level course will examine historical foundations and current trends of music education in the United States. Focus will be on practical applications, the psychology of how music is learned and processed in the brain, and the use of current trends for the contemporary music classroom. 3 credits



  
  • MUS 777 - Curriculum Writing


    This course examines techniques for effective curriculum writing and development. 2 credits



  
  • MUS 782 - Foundations of Music Education: Philosophy


    This graduate-level course will examine the philosophical foundations of education and music education. Students will develop the ability to express personal philosophical ideas and beliefs using language of the music education profession in the United States. 3 credits



  
  • MUS 785 - General Music Pedagogy


    This course focuses on developing effective tools for successful elementary and general music classrooms. An examination of state and national standards, Orff and Kodaly is included. 3 credits



  
  • MUS 791 - Independent Study


    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually three or fewer students. Meetings depend upon the requirements of the topic. 1-3 credits



  
  • MUS 792 - Topics


    Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement. 1-4 credits



  
  • MUS 794 - Internship


    Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with field experience courses. 1-6 credits




Physical Education

  
  • PE 100 - Activity Courses


    Activities stressing individual physical fitness and lifetime activities according to student needs and interest. 0.5-1 credit



  
  • PE 180 - Foundations of HPER


    A survey of the historical background, sociological implications, and philosophical basis and professional opportunities of HPER/A professions. This course includes a review of the modern principles and related concepts which are applicable to physical activity. 2 credits



  
  • PE 182 - Champs Life Skills Course


    This course is designed for the student athletes with the intent of assisting them to gain the knowledge and skills related to their participation in athletics and academics which will help them be successful in the classroom and on the playing field. The class will deal with transitioning to collegiate sports and independent living. 1 credit



  
  • PE 183 - Professional Communications in HPER/A


    Preparation of professional communication in the field of sport administration, health promotion, and physical education. Skills acquired include competent use of communication tools including email, video, and social media for the purpose of advertisement/promotion and creation of profession documents (policies, handbooks, position statements). 3 credits



  
  • PE 191 - Independent Study


    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually three or fewer students. Meetings depend upon the requirements of the topic. 1-3 credits



  
  • PE 192 - Topics


    Includes current topics, advanced topics, and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. 0.5-3 credits



  
  • PE 200 - Professional Preparation: Fitness


    Knowledge and skills necessary to enable students to lead, analyze, and prescribe improvements for skills and activities which are part of lifetime fitness development. 1 credit



  
  • PE 201 - Professional Preparation: Gymnastics


    Knowledge and skills necessary to enable students to lead, analyze, and prescribe improvements for skills and activities which are part of lifetime fitness development. 1 credit



  
  • PE 202 - Professional Preparation: Individual and Dual Activities


    Knowledge and skill necessary to enable students to lead, analyze and prescribe movement skills and activities involved in participating in individual and dual sport and game activities. Focus will be on activities appropriate for school settings, leading to personal skill development. 2 credits



  
  • PE 203 - Professional Preparation: Team


    Knowledge and skills necessary to enable students to lead, analyze, and prescribe improvements for skills and activities associated with participating in team sports and game activities. Focus will be placed on activities appropriate for school settings, leading to person skill development. 1 credit



  
  • PE 204 - Professional Preparation: Rhythm and Dance


    Knowledge and skills necessary to enable students to lead, analyze, and prescribe improvements for skills and activities associated with participating in rhythm and lifetime dance activities. Focus will be placed on activities appropriate for school settings which contribute to personal development. 1 credit



  
  • PE 208 - Professional Preparation: Camping


    Knowledge and skills necessary to enable students to lead, analyze, and prescribe outdoor education activities appropriate for school settings which contribute to personal development. 1 credit



  
  • PE 210 - Varsity Sports


    Course supports intercollegiate athletics. Grade assigned S/U. 0-1 credit



  
  • PE 250 - Human Anatomy and Physiology


    This is a one-semester human anatomy and physiology course. The structure and function of the entire human body is covered, including all of the organ systems. Co-requisite: PE 250L  3 credits



  
  • PE 250L - Human Anatomy and Physiology Lab


    This course is designed to complement PE 250 . Activities are designed to reinforce the student’s understanding of concepts and topics introduced in PE 250 . Co-requisite: PE 250   1 credit



  
  • PE 291 - Independent Study


    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually three or fewer students. Meetings depend upon the requirements of the topic. 1-4 credits



  
  • PE 330 - PK-8 Health/Safety/PE Methods


    This course is designed to help students know and use the major concepts and tools of inquiry in health and physical education, such as first aid/CPR and emergency care, basic health concepts, nutrition, safety, dance, human movement, and physical activity. Students apply these concepts in teaching methods to create opportunities for P-8 student development and practice of skills that contribute to good health and foster active, healthy life styles and enhance quality of life for elementary students. 2 credits



  
  • PE 334 - Behavioral and Social Issues in HPER/A


    An exploration of social dynamics and current issues in the field of sport and health-related fitness. Particular reference is given to sports’ role in social mobility, health disparities, racism, oppression, and injustices in sport/health opportunities. Students will gain comprehension in system of American values, education, politics, economy, and religion through the lens of sport and health. 3 credits



  
  • PE 341 - Curriculum Development and Evaluation


    Philosophy, theory, and application of current curriculum foundations in K-12 physical education, including curriculum theory, organization, design, and assessment. Prerequisite: PE 180   3 credits



  
  • PE 350 - Exercise Physiology


    Study of physiological responses and adaptations to exercise related to human performance limitations, training effects, and health-related benefits. Prerequisite: EXS 250 or PE 250  or BIOL 221  or PHGY 220 or HSC 280 3 credits



  
  • PE 352 - Adapted Physical Education


    Students are exposed to those impairments addressed in idea as they relate to physical education. Assessments, IEP development, and other elements necessary to successful inclusion are addressed. In addition, physical activities for special populations outside the school setting are also addressed. 3 credits



  
  • PE 354 - Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries


    Course teaches general and emergency treatment of athletic injuries, competitive or noncompetitive. Emphasis is placed on practical preventive and rehabilitative exercises and taping/bandaging/wrapping. 3 credits



  
  • PE 355 - Philosophies, Concepts, and Contemporary Issues in Coaching


    The examination of coaching as a profession, including issues of philosophy and ethics; effective practice/competition planning; positive coaching, communication, and motivational techniques; performance analysis; program organization; risk management; contest administration; equipment and facility administration; equipment and facility coaching. 3 credits



  
  • PE 360 - K-8 Physical Education Methods


    Needs, characteristics, capacities of elementary aged children (grades K-8); curriculum planning; methods and materials essential to program progression for developmentally appropriate activity in basic skills, games, rhythms, dance, fitness activities; integrating movement activity on a school-wide basis as part of program efforts to enhance overall student wellness and academic readiness. 2 credits



  
  • PE 378 - Assessment of Developmental and Adapted Physical Activities


    An advanced application of appropriate instruments for assessing the motor and fitness needs of individuals with disability and Special Populations. Students will gain practical experience in administering standardized, norm referenced and criterion referenced tests. Course outcomes lead to the development of critical skills and examination of assessment data for use in exercise prescription or Individualized Education Program (IEP). Prerequisite: PE 352  or HLTH 240   3 credits



  
  • PE 379 - Sports for Individuals with Disabilities


    This course provides a working knowledge of the official sports organizations recognized by the United States Olympic Committee. Emphasis is on classifications, organizational structure, sporting events, and coaching individuals with disabilities. This course is part lecture, part experiential learning. A 30-hour experiential learning opportunity is required. 3 credits



  
  • PE 391 - Independent Study


    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually three or fewer students. Meetings depend upon the requirements of the topic. 1-4 credits



  
  • PE 395 - Practicum


    Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with field experience courses. 3 credits



  
  • PE 400 - Exercise Test and Prescription


    This course is designed to provide the student with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to assess different areas of physical fitness and prescribe individual exercise programs based on these objective measures. Prerequisite: PE 350  3 credits



  
  • PE 410 - Program Design for Strength & Conditioning


    In this course, student understanding of program design will be enhanced through discussion and application of advanced periodization models. Students will explore technological advancements and recent developments in the areas of performance testing and athletic monitoring. The course aims to prepare students for the national certification exam. Prerequisite: PE 200  and PE 400   3 credits



  
  • PE 411 - Sport Marketing


    This course is designed to provide students with an overview of the major promotions and marketing issues facing the sport industry. Topics include the history of sport marketing, principles of sport marketing, sport consumer behavior, research tools, corporate sponsorships, and evaluation of sport marketing programs. 3 credits



  
  • PE 412 - Financial Aspects of Sport


    This course is designed to provide knowledge and understanding of the principles, processes, strategies related to the financial aspects of sport organizations, and to apply these concepts to the sport business industry. 3 credits



  
  • PE 413 - Sport Administration Colloquium


    This capstone course will focus on case studies and applications in managerial problem solving and decision making, time management, legal aspects of sport management, ethics in sport management, interpersonal and mass communication, fund raising, and facility management. Prerequisite: PE 412  3 credits



  
  • PE 414 - Law and Ethics


    An overview of the fields of sport law and ethics, with an emphasis on amateur and professional sports and other activities within the realm of human performance and fitness. Relevant areas of law and ethics are identified, and applications within the sports industry are examined. 3 credits



  
  • PE 440 - Organization and Administration of HPER/A


    Administrative policies and procedures of physical education and athletes, including intramural and interscholastic activity and athletics. Consideration is given to programming, leadership, budget, facilities, public relations, and related matters. 3 credits



  
  • PE 451 - Tests and Measurements


    This course will include use of various tests and instruments used for measuring progress in physical education and how statistical concepts apply to testing in physical education. Development of the knowledge and ability to utilize both formative and summative assessments for psychomotor, cognitive, and affective domains. Additionally, techniques to evaluate one’s own teaching performance and make adjustments to enhance subsequent teaching and program effectiveness. Prerequisite: MATH 114 MATH 103 , MATH 115 , MATH 120 , MATH 121 , MATH 123  or MATH 125   2 credits



  
  • PE 452 - Motor Learning and Development


    The application of principles of learning in the psychomotor domain. Included will be a review of the physiological basis of skill behavior, state of the performer, and didactic strategies in motor learning and skill performance. 3 credits



  
  • PE 453 - Sport Psychology


    This course examines the effects of psychological factors, such as personality, motivation, group dynamics, psychomotor activity, and other psychological aspects of sports on participation and performance, as well as examining the effects of participation on the psychological make-up of the individual. 3 credits



  
  • PE 454 - Biomechanics


    This course emphasizes the mechanical principles of human movement (including muscular and skeletal principles) during physical education, wellness, and sport. Prerequisite:  EXS 250 or PE 250  or EXS 353 or PE 353 or KSM 353 or   or PHCY 220 or HSC 280 3 credits



  
  • PE 456 - Global Aspects of Sport


    An exploration of sport from an international perspective, including, but not limited to, the production and consumption of professional and Olympic-linked sports and the impact of globalization on sport. The course allows students to critically analyze international sport governance structures while simultaneously being influenced by the workings of global economic, political, and cultural forces. 3 credits



  
  • PE 457 - Psychology of Human Performance


    This course will review theoretical foundations as well as research and its application in psychology related to sport and exercise. The course emphasizes psychology theory pertaining to performance, training/exercise adherence, and environmental dynamics. In addition, applied issues such as motivation, cognitive and behavioral change strategies, leadership, and counseling in exercise will be addressed. 3 credits



  
  • PE 459 - Introduction to Research Methods


    This course addresses fundamental principles, processes, values, and roles of research for professional application in the fields of fitness and sport. Topics include problem selection, literature review, instrumentation, methodology, and types of research commonly used in the fitness and sport industry. 3 credits



  
  • PE 467 - Event Planning and Program Development


    Students will learn the intricacies of developing, marketing and facilitating programs, events, and athletic facilities through the application of the program process, combined with a direct service experience with local agencies. Program activity development, planning, budgeting, marketing, public relations, and facility management will be addressed within the course, and its application to events and service learning. 3 credits



  
  • PE 468 - Coaching Tennis


    Teaching of fundamental skills for competitive tennis for men and women. Tennis singles and doubles strategy; management and coaching procedures; classroom, court demonstration, and participation. 2 credits



  
  • PE 469 - Coaching Baseball/Softball


    Course studies the theory and practice of individual skill fundamentals, team strategies, organization, and management principles. The students conduct an intensive analysis of game strategies and will execute playing skills. 1 credit



  
  • PE 470 - Coaching Basketball


    Fundamental techniques and strategies with emphasis on offensive and defensive skills, developing and using player personnel for basketball. 1 credit



  
  • PE 471 - Coaching Football


    Fundamental techniques and strategies with emphasis on offensive and defensive skills, developing and using player personnel for football. 1 credit



 

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