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EXSS 4101 Fourth Year Practicum I 4A

For third-year Athletic Training students to start integrating their athletic training experiences with their athletic training skills. Comprehensive checking and proficiency of athletic training knowledge in general medical conditions, general health assessment, pathology, etc. will be examined. A minimum of 210 and a maximum of 300 clock hours of clinical observation will be required by the student to successfully complete this course. Prerequisite: EXSS 3202.

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EXSS 4103 Seminar in Pre-Physical Therapy

A weekly seminar in Allied Healthcare Professions. This seminar provides contact with a variety of allied healthcare professions that an ATC (Athletic Training Certified) may utilize as a component of the overall treatment of client(s). Professionals will be selected from, but not limited to, radiologists, nurses, neurologists, trauma specialists, massage therapists, and dietitians. A general medical rotation of a minimum of 30 hours will be required for this course.

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EXSS 4104 Senior Seminar

Senior Seminar is a capstone course designed to prepare those students seeking teacher certification in Exercise and Sport Science to successfully complete the TExES examination. Emphasis will be given to testing strategies, study material, and practice questions. A practice examination will be administered at the completion of the course.

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EXSS 4110 Mountain Biking

This class introduces students to basic mountain biking. The focus is on training principles, bike handling skills, equipment needs, mechanics, nutrition, hydration and safety. Emphasis is placed on specific off-road mountain biking skills suchs as braking, shifting, downhill riding, climbing, drafting and course management. Minimal cycling skills and basic fitness level required. Students must provide their own mountain bike and helmet. Lab fee.

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EXSS 4111 Rock Climbing

This class introduces students to basic rock climbing principles, including techniques and maneuvers, knots, anchoring and belaying systems, rappelling, and categories of climbing. In addition, students become familiar with history, safety, and ethics as well as equipment, including nomenclature, use, and care. Emphasis is placed on top-roped climbing systems and bouldering. Basic fitness level is required for participation in this class. Students are required to participate in a 3-day field trip. Lab fee.

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EXSS 4112 Snow Skiing & Snowboarding

This course introduces students to basic and intermediate snow skiing and snowboarding. The course material includes basic equipment knowledge, proper skiwear, ski area navigation, safety and injury prevention, basic fitness, nutrition and hydration and etiquette. Emphasis is placed on downhill skiing and snowboarding, basic form and safety principles. Students are expected to participate in daily training sessions and make every attempt to progress in skill level during the course. No minimal experience is necessary. Class will be taught off-campus. A basic fitness level is required. Lab fee.

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EXSS 4124 Lifeguard Training

Instruction and skills training leading to American Red Cross nonsurf "Lifeguard Training" certificate. Prerequisite: Current American Red Cross "Standard First Aid" and "Adult CPR" or "Community CPR" certifications and adequate swimming skills. Lab fee.

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EXSS 4126 Water Safety Instructor

Instruction and skills leading to "Water Safety Instructor" certification by the American Red Cross. Prerequisite: EXSS 4124 or EXSS 4125 or current American Red Cross certificate in "Emergency Water Safety" or "Lifeguard Training." Lab fee.

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EXSS 4130 Team Activities

The course will focus on the organization, planning and implementation of large group activities. The course is designed to prepare students to manage team recreational activities in camp, church, school or city recreations ettings. Prerequisite: 2340

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EXSS 4190 Independent Learning

Individual study of a selected topic in Physical Education under the direction of a member of the department. Variable credit hours determined by the Department Chairperson based on the student's needs. Limited to three courses per student. Fee.

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EXSS 4191 Seminar

The Exercise Science department may offer activity course opportunities through the seminar course. All intermediate-level activity classes require the successful completion of the beginning level as a prerequisite.Fee.

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EXSS 4202 Fourth Year Practicum II 4B

For third-year Athletic Training students to start integrating their athletic training experiences with their athletic training skills. Comprehensive checking and proficiency of athletic training knowledge in prevention, evaluation, and management of athletic injury will be examined. A minimum of 210 and a maximum of 300 clock hours of clinical experience will be required by the student to successfully complete this course. An additional hour has been added to this course to provide adequate instruction and evaluation of assigned clinical profeciencies. Prerequisite: EXSS 4101

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EXSS 4220 Scuba Diving

The course will focus in introductory scuba skills specifically to include equipment, safety, respiration, communication, buddy systems, dive planning , problem management and open-water diving skills. Upon successful completion of this course a student will receive an open-water dive certification. Prerequisite: Ability to swim. Lab fee.

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EXSS 4290 Independent Learning

Individual study of a selected topic in Physi cal Education under the direction of a member of the department. Variable credit hours de termined by the Department Chairperson based on the student's needs. Limited to three cour ses per student. Fee.

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EXSS 4340 Elementary Methods of Teaching PE

This course will provide pre-service students insight into the overall physical education program for children in grades K-6. Emphasis is placed on program development, curriculum planning, and instructional methods and strategies that are intended to provide an understanding of the skill theme approach to children's physical education. Students are provided with both observation and peer teaching experiences.

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EXSS 4341 Secondary Methods of Teaching PE

This course will provide pre-service insight into the overall physical education program for students at the secondary level. Emphasis is placed on program development, curriculum planning, and instructional methods and strategies. Students are provided with both observational and peer teaching experiences.

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EXSS 4344 Adm of Exer&Sprt Science

Types of programs, administrative organizations, scope, personnel, policies, functions, and duties of supervision.

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EXSS 4345 Child & Adolescent Skills

Child and Adolescent Skills is a course designed to teach the strategies of "New PE" and the concepts of Developmentally Appropriate Physical Education. The students will learn to develop and implement lesson plans based on locomotor, nonlocomotor, and manipulative skills for both the elementary and secondary level. Emphasis will be given to the methodology used to successfully teach skill development.

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EXSS 4350 Princ and Tech of Stg Trn and Con

Study of current principles and procedures essential to strength training and conditioning practices. Emphasis placed on development and practical applications of aerobic conditioning, joint flexibility, muscular strength, power, and endurance programs.

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EXSS 4355 Therapeutic Exercise & Modalities

This course introduces the athletic training student to athletic training rehabilitation and therapeutic modality use. Treatment goal development, documentation, therapeutic exercise, and therapeutic modality indications and contraindications are emphasized. Prerequisites: EXSS 2340 and EXSS 2350.

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EXSS 4358 Essentials of Health&PE

A study of the essential elements of both health and physical education in grades K-6. Emphasis will be placed upon how each of the essential elements may be fulfilled. Students will be expected to participate in physical activities in this class.

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EXSS 4375 Ethics in Sport

A study of the development, practice, and application of moral values as applied to sport and business. Prerequisite: EXSS 2371.

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EXSS 4376 Ldrshp Principles in Sport

An examination of the theory and practice of leadership principles in sport management. Prerequisite: EXSS 2371.

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EXSS 4377 Field Experience

The field experience is the capstone of the sport management major and may only be taken after all other Sport Management coursework has been completed. This experience is actual work in a sport management setting requiring 400 contact hours. Final agreements and arrangements are subject to approval from the program director. Evaluation and direction will be given from the program director with appropriate supervision provided by an on-site professional. 400 hours of hands-on field experience subsequent to the senior year must be accumulated under the supervision of a qualified on-site professional. Prerequisite: EXSS 2371.

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EXSS 4378 Sport Finance

A study of basic financial concepts relating to the sport industry, including issues, managerial accounting practices, financial systems and business structure, capital structuring, budgeting, and principles of financial analysis. Prerequisite: EXSS 2371.

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EXSS 4379 Legal Aspects of Sport

A study of legal implications of tort and liability law for education and sport-related industries. Includes and analysis of specific issues, court cases, and court decisions addressed by the American legal system. Prerequisite: EXSS 2371.

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EXSS 4390 Independent Learning

Individual study of a selected topic in Physi cal Education under the direction of a member of the department. Variable credit hours de termined by the Department Chairperson based on the student's needs. Limited to three cou rses per student. Fee.

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EXSS 4392 Tests&Measurements in EXSS

Tests and Measurement is designed to teach the student the foundational theory of measurement and evaluation including reliability, validity, objectivity, and relevance. Practical application of test construction and test analysis will be an integral part of the course. Descriptive and inferential statistical procedures will be addressed. Prerequisite: MAT 1306

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EXSS 4394 Exercise Testing and Prescription

The purpose of this course is to teach students how to use relevant fitness testing equipment and prescribe appropriate exercise program based on fintness evaluations. Students will learn the guidelines and protocols for safe and effective exercise testing for normal and special populations. Prerequisite: Either EXSs 2340, 2351, or 2371.

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EXSS 4395 Motor Development

Physical, motor, and neuromuscular development from prenatal periods to maturity. Stages of development highlighting specific movement patterns. Special emphasis placed upon the development of fundamental movement patterns in ages 3-12.

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EXSS 4398 Internship Exercise Science

The internship program provides the EXSS student with an educational opportunity to learn new skills, develop professional contacts and apply academic knowledge in a community setting. Students are required to fulfill 300 hours over a minimum of 10 weeks in an approved clinical, health, nutrition, sport or fitness-related setting. The internship will be completed under the supervision of a worksite supervisor and a faculty member from the EXSS Department.

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EXSS 4490 Independent Learning

Individual study of a selected topic in Physi cal Education under the direction of a member of the department. Variable credit hours de termined by the Department Chairperson based on the student's needs. Limited to three cou rses per student. Fee.

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