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Required of all Health Science majors. This course will assess the application process and acceptance rates into professional schools for all Health Science majors during their senior year.

This capstone professional preparation course guides that students in their respective allied health graduate school application process. This writing emphasis course helps direct the students in the production of all required documents related to the application process including: resume preparation, cover letters, personal essays, and letters of application/interest. Other emphasis includes etiquette of letter of recommendations, exercising interview skills, and continues education on the application process including an overview of centralized application services. Additionally, the course provides interaction with professionals in both clinical and academic backgrounds to best prepare them for a successful application process into their respective graduate programs. Prerequisite: Junior standing.

The Senior Seminar course is designed to prepare those students seeking teacher certification in All-Level Physical Education, to successfully complete the physical education content  exam. Emphasis will be given to testing strategies, study material and practice questions. A passing score on the practice examination administered at the end of the course will be required for clearance to take the Texas Physical Education certification exam. Prerequisite: EXSS 3107 and Junior standing.

This course is designed to prepare students to sit in on the ACSM Exercise Physiologist Certification Exam. An emphasis will be placed on the four tested domains. Topics such as health and fitness assessment, exercise prescription implementation (general and special population), exercise counseling, behavior modification and responsibilities of an exercise physiologist will be covered.  Lab Fee Required.

Prerequisites: Senior level status

This course will examine the technique and skills related to performing the primary Olympic lifts. The snatch, the clean, and jerk. The focus of the course will be to improving hands-on coaching skill of a future strength and condition specialist. Identification of cues and the movement pattern concerns will be included to ensure these moves are performed safely and powerfully.

Students must be a Health Sciences major in good academic standing. The clinical program provides the Health Sciences student with opportunity to observe physical therapy or occupational therapy setting to learn about the field of study, the events that occur in a clinical setting, and to develop professional contacts specific to the profession. Students are required to fulfill 50 hours of observation under a licensed physical therapist or occupational therapist for search section of 3170, 4170 and 4171 by the summer before their senior year for a total of 150 hours minimum. The clinical hours will be completed under the supervision of the supervising therapist at the clinical site and a faculty member from the EXSS Department.

Students must be a Health Sciences major in good academic standing. The clinical program provides the Health Sciences student with opportunity to observe physical therapy or occupational therapy setting to learn about the field of study, the events that occur in a clinical setting, and to develop professional contacts specific to the profession. Students are required to fulfill 50 hours of observation under a licensed physical therapist or occupational therapist for search section of 3170, 4170 and 4171 by the summer before their senior year for a total of 150 hours minimum. The clinical hours will be completed under the supervision of the supervising therapist at the clinical site and a faculty member from the EXSS Department.

The course will provide the students a thorough understanding of the components of the electrocardiogram (ECG) waveform, recognition and interpretation of cardiac rhythms, and diagnosing abnormal conditions such as ischemia using ECG patterns that are most seen in clinical settings both at rest and during exercise.

This course is designed to provide students the opportunity to apply the principles and practices of coaching in a junior high or high school environment. The student will be allowed to actively participate in practical coaching experiences under the guidance and supervision of a qualified coach. Through this experience, the student is provided with the opportunity to engage in the various dimensions of coaching to demonstrate their coaching abilities in a practical setting.

The CSCS Seminar course is designed to prepare those students seeking certification as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS). Emphasis will be placed on a review of the exam content, structure of the exam, and include a guided review of exam specific content. Additionally, professional practices related to the field of strength and conditioning will be discussed. Prerequisite: Junior standing.

The purpose of this course is to provide prospective physical education teachers insight into the overall physical education program for children and adolescents in grades K-12. Emphasis is placed on program development, curriculum planning, and instructional methods and strategies needed to conduct a quality physical education program.

This course provides the student with a comprehensive overview of ergogenic aids in the world of sport. Concentration will be on ergogenic aids related to nutritional interventions, dietary supplements, and mechanical aids, and their proposed effects on performance (strength, endurance, power), body composition, and anything that theoretically improves an individual’s capacity to do work. Prerequisite: Junior standing.

This course is focused on the manipulation of various training variables that elicit adaptations in strength and conditioning. This will include in-depth study of program design, periodization models, and other considerations for developing endurance, power, strength, agility and speed in athletic populations. Prerequisite: Junior standing.

This course is an examination of the process of developing an effective group fitness environment with programming attention to safety, optimal coaching & teaching, training principles, and correction/progression techniques. An applied emphasis on tailoring programs to achieve desirable, long-term results associated with a physically active, healthy lifestyle. Students will be encouraged to obtain a Group Fitness Certification.

This course examines the role of the entrepreneur and the decision making process associated with a start-up enterprise relating to the fitness, wellness and sport industries. Students will develop a business plan for a sport, fitness, recreation or wellness related organization that will include an emphasis on marketing, financing options, and sources of funding. Students will understand the entrepreneurial process and the skill sets required of entrepreneurs

This course is a study of the components of designing, implementing, and evaluating a worksite wellness program while investigating the methodology of behavioral change. The course is an examination of the role of worksite health promotion on disease prevention while addressing physical activity, nutrition, and preventive care with an emphasis on program development, effective management, and the related health and economic benefits associated with wellness in the workplace. Examples provided of methods for engaging and motivating employees to become active in their health and take responsibility for their well-being.

This course is the study of the basic principles of mechanics and human motion to provide students with an understanding of the internal and external forces that act on the body during movement. The role of muscle in generating force and controlling movement in the human body will be emphasized. Prerequisite: Junior standing.

This course will provide pre-service students insight into the overall physical education program for children in grades K-5. Emphasis is placed on program development, curriculum planning, and instructional methods and strategies that are intended to provide an understanding of the fundamental motor skill approach to children's physical education. Students are provided with both observation and peer teaching experiences.

This course will provide prospective physical education teachers insight into the overall physical education program for children in grades 6-12. Emphasis is placed on program development, curriculum planning, and instructional methods and strategies at the secondary level. Students are provided with both observation and peer teaching experiences. 

This course presents leadership and management theories and concepts with opportunities to enhance personal skill development through self-assessment exercises. It provides students with contemporary perspectives on ethics, coaching, organizational culture, networking, learning organizations, strategic and crisis leadership in Health Sciences. Prerequisite: Junior standing.

Study of current principles and procedures essential to strength and condition (S&C) practices. Emphasis placed on an introduction to all areas of performance and sport specific testing procedures related to performance variables such as speed, agility, power, endurance and strength. Proper procedures and policies related to facility set-up and management in a S&C setting will be emphasized. Prerequisite: Junior standing.

This course will address the roles of rehabilitation professionals regarding evaluation and treatment of various musculoskeletal related injuries and pathologies. An emphasis will be placed upon basic anatomy, pathophysiology of various organ systems, tissue healing, orthopedic assessment techniques and rehabilitation interventions. Prerequisite: Junior standing.

This course will cover pathophysiology of the major chronic diseased states such as cardiovascular disease, cerebrovascular disease, dyslipidemia, hypertension, diabetes, cancer, obesity, COPD, etc. and will include etiology symptoms, and the physical reactions to diseases. Emphasis is placed on the interactions among body systems, and deviations from homeostasis and the role of lifestyle and nutrition on the progression and prevention of these diseased states. Prerequisite: A "C" or higher in BIOL 2341/2141 and Junior standing.

Students must be a Junior of Senior in good academic standing. The internship program provides the strength and conditioning (S&C) student with an educational opportunity to learn new skills in the area of S&C while working with athletes under the supervision of a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS). Students are required to fulfill 300 hours over a minimum of 10 weeks in an approved setting. The internship will be completed under the supervision of an internship site supervisor holding the CSCS credential and a faculty member from the School of EXSS. Final agreements and arrangements are subject to approval from the EXSS Associate Dean/program director. Prerequisite: Junior standing.

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

An examination of the theory and practice of leadership principles in sport management. Prerequisite: Junior standing.

The field experience is the capstone of the sport management major and provides the EXSS student with an educational opportunity to learn in a professional sport management setting. Evaluation and direction will be given from the program director with appropriate supervision provided by an on-site professional. 150 hours of hands-on field experience subsequent to the senior year must be accumulated under the supervision of a qualified on-site professional. Prerequisite: Junior level academic standing; Final agreements and arrangements are subject to approval from the EXSS Associate Dean/program director.

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: Junior standing.

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: Junior standing.

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.

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: Junior standing.

This course addresses the clinical aspects of exercise testing and prescription including health history assessment and disease risk stratification.  This course will cover the pathophysiology related to diseased states such as cardiovascular disease, cerebrovascular disease, dyslipidemia, hypertension, diabetes, cancer, obesity, etc. and will discuss how physical activity or lack there of influence the progression of these diseases.  Laboratory skills of interest will be assessment of blood pressure, ECG, and administration of an exercise test. Prerequisite: Junior standing.

This course examines factors that influence motor development from conception through adulthood and discusses theoretical perspectives and practical applications of motor development principles throughout the life span. This course also considers factors that influence the learning of motor skills in various stages of learning.

Students must be a Junior or Senior in good academic standing. 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 150 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 an internship site supervisor and a faculty member from the EXSS Department. Final agreements and arrangements are subject to approval from the EXSS Associate Dean/program director. Prerequisite: Junior standing.

Students must be a Junior of Senior in good academic standing. The internship program provides the strength and conditioning (S&C) student with an educational opportunity to learn new skills in the area of S&C while working with athletes under the supervision of a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS). Students are required to fulfill 300 hours over a minimum of 10 weeks in an approved setting. The internship will be completed under the supervision of an internship site supervisor holding the CSCS credential and a faculty member from the School of EXSS. Final agreements and arrangements are subject to approval from the EXSS Associate Dean/program director.