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2014-2015 Graduate Catalog 
    
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Graduate Courses


 
  
  • NURS 745 - Healthcare Information Systems & Technology


    Credits 3

    Leadership models for nurse educator, advanced practice, or management roles. Mentorship, service, knowledge dissemination and impact of diversity on ethical leadership practices are included.

    Prerequisites
    Completion of the second term of the DNP Program or permission of the instructor.

  
  • NURS 750R - FNP Children and OB


    Credits 6

    Theoretical and clinical concepts of primary and secondary prevention for children and pregnant women. Focus is on health maintenance, teaching, screening, and clinical management of common acute health problems. Emphasis is on wellness management, differential diagnoses, and pharmacologic/non-pharmacologic treatment options (15 hours of clinical per week).

    Notes
    This course has a non-credit clinical component. For more information, please refer to the course syllabus.
     

    Prerequisites
    NURS 740R

  
  • NURS 752 - Nurse Practitioner Business and Roles


    Credits 3

    Explores transitioning into role of nurse practitioner as individual and part of interprofessional care team. Focuses on ethical decision making, legal issues, various practice plans, billing, credentialing, and legal certification requirements for practice. 

    Prerequisites
    NURS 704  , NURS 730 

  
  • NURS 753 - Nurse Educator Scholarship Project


    Credits 1

    Examines literature and best practices to identify a gap in the nursing education setting, provides a plan to address the gap based on change theory, recommends implementation strategies, and creates an evaluation plan.

    Prerequisites
    NURS 706 , NURS 711  and NURS 733  

  
  • NURS 755 - Nursing Educator Role Development


    Credits 2

    Explores the role of the nurse educator including development in the areas of teaching, research, and service. Examines interpersonal dynamics and team-work in academic and practice settings, functioning within institutional expectations, developing a teaching portfolio, legal issues, and future directions in nursing education.

  
  • NURS 760R - FNP Geriatric and Chronic Illness


    Credits 6

    Culminating course focusing on clinical experiences to develop skill and knowledge in providing care to families in primary care settings. Students practice with increasing independence under the supervision of preceptors and clinical instructors. Students will study complex, multiple co-morbidities in all levels of primary, secondary, and tertiary care.

    Notes
    This course has a non-credit clinical component. For more information, please refer to the course syllabus.
     

    Prerequisites
    NURS 714  and NURS 750R  

  
  • NURS 761 - Clinical Synthesis


    Credits 3

    This clinical course serves as a culminating experience. Students will work with their clinical preceptor(s) to integrate and apply previously acquired knowledge and skills and will demonstrate achievement of expected program outcomes.

    Notes
    This course has a non-credit clinical component. For more information, please refer to the course syllabus.
     

    Prerequisites
    NURS 744  or NURS 750R  

  
  • NURS 763 - Management Strategies for Nursing & Healthcare Systems


    Credits 3

    Analysis and application of human resource management, public relations, and marketing strategies for effective and efficient use of human talent to accomplish organizational goals.

    Prerequisites
    Completion of term 3 of DNP Program.

  
  • NURS 764 - Primary Prevention in Pediatrics: Chronic Illness


    Credits 6

    Research based assessment, diagnosis, management and evaluation of common developmental and behavioral problems affecting children and families.

    Notes
    Nine hours of precepted clinical experience in primary care per week.

    Prerequisites
     ,  

  
  • NURS 765 - DNP Residency


    Credits 4

    Residency to apply program concepts and develop and implement strategies for practice-level and/or system-wide practice initiatives to improve the quality of care.

    Prerequisites
    Admission to the DNP Program and NURS 719R , NURS 725 , NURS 728R , NURS 729R , NURS 732  and NURS 767 .

  
  • NURS 767 - Collaboration, Communication & Negotiation for the Nurse Leader


    Credits 2

    The utilization of collaboration, communication and negotiation for implementation of practice models, peer review, practice guidelines, health policy, standards of care, and other scholarly products.

    Prerequisites
    Admission to the DNP Program and NURS 729R  and NURS 772 .

  
  • NURS 768 - DNP Forum & Role Transformation


    Credits 2

    Examination of issues and challenges in the DNP role and skills and strategies to conceptualize, articulate, plan, and actualize a career as a nurse leader.

    Prerequisites
    NURS 719R  ,NURS 725 , NURS 728R , NURS 729R  , NURS 767  , and NURS 772  

  
  • NURS 770 - Knowledge Development in Nursing


    Credits 3

    Offers a disciplinary context for doctoral study in nursing. The history and evolution of nursing knowledge is examined. Emphasis is on debates regarding what is known and how it is known.

    Prerequisites
    Enrollment in nursing doctoral program.

  
  • NURS 771 - Theory Development in Nursing


    Credits 3

    Theoretical frameworks that guide the development of nursing knowledge. The methods and processes of theory development are analyzed.

    Prerequisites
    Enrollment in doctoral program.

  
  • NURS 772 - The Nurse as Leader


    Credits 3

    Leadership models as templates for nurse leader. Factors that influence leadership will be explored.

    Prerequisites
    Admission into doctoral (DNP or PhD) program or permission of the instructor.

  
  • NURS 773 - Clinical Practicum


    Credits 3 - 6

    Designed for students continuing a clinical practicum while completing other program requirements. Students enrolled in this clinical practicum course must register for at least 3 credits (this translates to at least nine hours of clinical per week) but no more than six credits in any one semester.

    Notes
    May be repeated up to three consecutive semesters but a student may not take more than a total of nine credits.

    Prerequisites
    NURS 764 

  
  • NURS 774 - Educational Theory and Philosophy for Nursing


    Credits 3

    Explores traditional and contemporary philosophies and theories of education within the context of societal development. Examines the role of educational theory and philosophy within nursing education.

    Prerequisites
    Enrollment in the nursing doctoral program.

  
  • NURS 775 - Statistical Methods for Nursing Research I: Univariate Methods


    Credits 3

    Designed to provide students with skills necessary to understand, interpret, and conduct descriptive and univariate analysis relevant to the field of nursing. Students will gain practical experience examining real-world data sets using SPSS software.

    Prerequisites
    Enrollment in the nursing doctoral program; successful completion of introductory graduate level statistics course.

  
  • NURS 776 - Statistical Methods for Nursing Research II: Multivariate Methods


    Credits 3

    Focuses on multivariate methods useful for the field of nursing research. Students will be expected to complete a capstone project to explore and implement statistical methods likely to be part of their dissertation projects.

    Prerequisites
      or equivalent; enrollment in the nursing doctoral program.

  
  • NURS 777 - Individualized Study/Dissertation Seminar


    Credits 1 - 5

    Individualized study or seminar to facilitate dissertation research.

    Notes
    May be repeated to a maximum of five credits.

    Prerequisites
    Admission into doctoral program or permission of instructor.

  
  • NURS 778 - Geographic Information Systems for Health


    Credits 3

    This course introduces the use of epidemiologic methods and modern geographic information systems to analyze the relationships between socioeconomic, physical, geopolitical, and demographic factors and sustainable health. These techniques form the basis of assessment of urban health problems to inform, plan, deliver, and evaluate appropriate interventions to ensure sustainability.

    Prerequisites
    Admission into Doctoral (DNP or PhD) program or permission of instructor.

  
  • NURS 779 - Writing a Research Grant Application


    Credits 2

    Involves preparing and writing a research grant application. Students will learn how to prepare a research budget and budget justification; write a resources and environment section, a biosketch, and project timeline; and propose an innovative and significant research proposal.

    Prerequisites
      or permission of instructor.

  
  • NURS 780 - Quantitative Methods in Nursing


    Credits 3

    Examines, quantitative and mixed-method approaches used in nursing research.

    Prerequisites
    Admitted to nursing doctoral program.

  
  • NURS 781 - Qualitative Research Methods in Nursing


    Credits 3

    Examines qualitative approaches used in nursing research.

    Prerequisites
     , Enrollment in the Nursing Ph.D. Program.

  
  • NURS 782 - Sustainable Health: Clinical Perspectives


    Credits 4

    This course focuses on air quality, potable water, waste disposal, disasters, and other potentially health-threatening environmental problems that affect health in developing and developed countries. The impact of environmental practices on sustainable health will be examined.

    Prerequisites
     , admission into doctoral program or permission of instructor.

  
  • NURS 783 - Economics of Sustainable Health


    Credits 3

    Uses an economic sustainability approach to examine health effects of such issues as health insurance and health care financing, acute and chronic disease, and psychosocial issues. The economics of sustainable health in developing and developed countries will be compared.


    Prerequisites
    Admission into doctoral program or permission of instructor.

  
  • NURS 784 - Sustainable Health and Public Policy


    Credits 3

    Examines urban health promotion in terms of primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention, with an emphasis on the policy issues and critical processes that shape them. Apply theories to identify urban health promotion issues that are linked to sustainability and identify policy strategies for upstream interventions.

    Prerequisites
    Admission into doctoral program or permission of instructor.

  
  • NURS 785 - Special Topics in Nursing Research


    Credits 2-8

    Provides the student with an opportunity for an in-depth exploration of specific aspects of nursing research issues and approaches.

    Prerequisites
      and admission to doctoral program.

  
  • NURS 788 - DNP Project


    Credits 1-6

    The student will complete the DNP Project design and implementation. The results will be evaluated culminating with a final written and oral defense. The course may be repeated, but only six credits may be applied to the student’s program.




    Notes
    The course may be repeated, but only six credits may be applied to the student’s program.

    Prerequisites
    Admission to DNP Program and consent of instructor.

  
  • NURS 789 - Independent Study


    Credits 3-10

    Supervised student designed study project done in consultation with instructor; must be submitted in writing to student advisor and graduate program coordinator for approval. May be repeated to a maximum of 10 credits.

    Prerequisites
     ,  ,  ,  , enrollment in nursing doctoral program.

  
  • NURS 790 - Independent Teaching Practicum Seminar


    Credits 1

    Exploration in group settings of actual experiences and outcomes of independent teaching practicum. Options for enhanced personal performance as nurse educator will be discussed.

    Notes
    Must be taken concurrently with  .

    Prerequisites
     ,   and enrollment in nursing doctoral program.

  
  • NURS 791 - Independent Teaching Practicum


    Credits 5

    Integrate knowledge and competencies of nurse educator through application in independently taught undergraduate nursing course; systematic exploration of roles, responsibilities, and opportunities inherent in practice of nursing education. May be repeated to a maximum of five credits.

    Prerequisites
     ,   and enrollment in nursing doctoral program.

  
  • NURS 792 - Outcomes Management & Performance Improvement in Nursing


    Credits 3

    Application of concepts of quality improvement and safety to the management of outcomes in healthcare and nursing systems to ensure delivery of quality interprofessional care.

    Prerequisites
    Completion of Term 3 of DNP program.

  
  • NURS 793 - Nursing Education Professional Paper


    Credits 3

    Focuses on a key area of nursing education requiring exploration and development. Students will select a committee to provide review and guidance. The final paper will be adapted and submitted for publication to a professional, peer-reviewed journal.

    Prerequisites
      and  .

  
  • NURS 797 - Dissertation


    Credits 3-6

    Research analysis and writing toward completion of dissertation and subsequent defense.

    Formerly
    (NURS 798)

    Notes
    Repeatable for up to 12 credits.

    Grading
    S/F grading only.

    Prerequisites
    Enrollment in nursing doctoral program and consent of instructor.

  
  • NURS 798 - Independent Study


    Credits 1 – 3

    Graduate seminar focusing on current developments in nursing practice.

    Formerly
    (NURS 797)

    Notes
    Topics vary each semester.

    Prerequisites
    Admission to graduate program and consent of instructor.

  
  • NURS 799 - Thesis


    Credits 3

    May be repeated, but only six credits may be applied to the student’s program.

    Grading
    S/F grading only.

    Prerequisites
    NURS 706 

  
  • ORTH 8001 - Introduction to Orthodontics


    Credits 4

  
  • ORTH 8011 - Cephalometrics


    Credits 2

    To discuss the history, development and the use of cephalometrics in clinical orthodontic practice. This course will cover the basic principles of Cephalometric analysis and describe developing as well as established skeletal Class I, II & III discrepancies.

  
  • ORTH 8102 - Clinical Specialty Seminars I


    Credits 2

    Clinical Specialty Seminars I

  
  • ORTH 8103 - Clinical Specialty Seminars II


    Credits 3

    A continuation and progressing advanced level of the one-hour clinical seminars that will proceed all clinical sessions. The purpose of these seminars is for the faculty to preview the daily clinic schedule and prepare the residents for the proceedures to be performed during that clinic session.

  
  • ORTH 8104 - Clinical Specialty Seminars III


    Credits 3

  
  • ORTH 8201 - Introduction to Clinic Orthodontics


    Credits 4

    An introduction and overview of the three-hour clinical sessions during which the residents will screen, diagnose, treatment plan and treat and/or manage the orthodontic malocclusions of their patients, under the supervision of the attending orthodontic clinical faculty. Clinical attire, policies, procedures and professionalism will be discussed.

  
  • ORTH 8202 - Clinic Orthodontics


    Credits 6

  
  • ORTH 8203 - Clinic Orthodontics


    Credits 6

    A continuation and progressing advanced level of the three-hour clinical sessions during which the residents will screen, diagnose, treatment plan and treat and/or manage the orthodontic maloclusions of their patients under the supervision of the attending orthodontic clinical faculty.

  
  • ORTH 8204 - Clinic Orthodontics


    Credits 6

  
  • ORTH 8205 - Clinic Orthodontics


    Credits 6

    A continuation and progressively-advanced level of three-hour clinical sessions during which the residents will screen, diagnose, treatment plan and treat and/or manage the orthodontic malocclusions of their patients under the supervision of the attending orthodontic clinical faculty.

  
  • ORTH 8206 - Clinic Orthodontics


    Credits 12

    A continuation and progressively-advanced level of three-hour clinical sessions during which the residents will screen, diagnose, treatment plan and treat and/or manage the orthodontic malocclusions of their patients, under the supervision of the attending orthodontic clinical faculty.

  
  • ORTH 8207 - Clinic Orthodontics


    Credits 6

    This course provides Orthodontics Residents a more advanced level of material regarding orthodontic diagnosis, treatment planning and treatment. Residents build on their previous knowledge and experience. Residents are taught various finishing techniques and how to choose the proper retention per individual cases. Actual progress is compared to pretreatment projections. If progress is not on schedule, causes and solutions are discussed and changes are implemented as needed. Residents must prepare ABO written presentations for their 6 finished cases.

  
  • ORTH 8314 - Advanced Research


    Credits 1

    ADVANCED RESEARCH

  
  • ORTH 8415 - Advanced Biomedical Sciences


    Credits 2

     This advanced continuum provides an in-depth update in clinically related topics in growth and development, oral and maxillofacial pathology, oral medicine, and systemic diseases that affect the oral cavity.   

    Prerequisites
    ORTH 8414

  
  • ORTH 8512 - Biomechanical Principles


    Credits 2

    The biomechanics course aims to teach the first year orthodontic residents basic principles of tooth movement. It will include definitions of force vectors, force application and various biological responses based on mechanical principles.

  
  • ORTH 8513 - Growth and Developmentes


    Credits 2

    GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENTES

  
  • ORTH 8518 - Orthodontic Materials


    Credits 2

    This course is comprised of seminar discussions of materials used in the practice of orthodontics. Students will demonstrate an understanding of: the characterization of contemporary materials, methods of testing, clinical use, and health and safety concerns with the use of common materials. This course will also provide the foundation for developing a research project involving orthodontic materials.

  
  • ORTH 8602 - Diagnosis, Treatment Planning and Case Presentation


    Credits 4

    A comprehensive in depth study of orthodontic diagnosis, treatment planning and ABO case reports of patients treated by orthodontic residents in our clinic. This will be accomplished in a seminar format where residents will present their case reports to fellow residents and faculty.

  
  • ORTH 8603 - Diagnosis & Treatment Plan


    Credits 4

    A comprehensive in depth study of orthodontic diagnosis, treatment planning and ABO case reports of patients treated by orthodontic residents in our clinic.  This will be accomplished in a seminar format where residents will present their case reports to fellow residents and faculty

  
  • ORTH 8604 - Diagnosis & Treatment Plan


    Credits 4

  
  • ORTH 8605 - Diagnosis, Treatment Planning and Case Presentation


    Credits 4

    A comprehensive in depth study of orthodontic diagnosis, treatment planning and American Board of Orthodontics (ABO) case reports of patients treated by orthodontic residents in our clinic. This will be accomplished in a seminar format where residents will present their case reports to fellow residents and faculty, followed by a comprehensive discussion of every case.

  
  • ORTH 8606 - Diagnosis, Treatment Plan and Case Presentation


    Credits 8

    DIAGNOSIS, TREATMENT PLAN AND CASE PRESENTATION

  
  • ORTH 8607 - Diagnosis & Treatment Plan


    Credits 2

    A comprehensive in depth study, diagnosis, treatment planning and ABO case reports of patients treated by orthodontic residents in our clinic. This will be accomplished in a seminar format where residents will present their case reports to fellow residents and faculty

  
  • ORTH 8803 - Literature Review/Journal Club


    Credits 2

    Introduction to analyzing and understanding literature in orthodontics, including classification of study designs, hypothesis testing, scientific writing, analysis and interpretation of data, and critical evaluation of the literature. Residents participate in critical review of research in orthodontics and craniofacial biology throughout their education and in preparation for the ABO examination.

  
  • ORTH 8804 - Literature Review/Journal Club


    Credits 2

  
  • ORTH 8808 - Literature Review IV


    Credits 1

    A continuation and progressively-advanced level of analyzing and understanding literature in orthodontics including, classification of study design, hypothesis testing, scientific writing, analysis and interpretation of data, and critical evaluation of the literature.

  
  • ORTH 8910 - Craniofacial Anomalies


    Credits 2

    Introduce diagnostic and treatment planning principles of interdisciplinary team aproach, as well as, provide a sound basis for clinical examination, diagnosis and team management of patients with severe malocclusion associated with birth defects and craniofacial anomalies.

  
  • PAF 701 - Origins and Development of Public Policy in America


    Credits 3

    Examines the development of public policy in America especially as it is driven by citizen’s needs. In addition, it examines the impact of public policy on society.

    Same as
    PUA 751

    Prerequisites
    Graduate standing.

  
  • PAF 702 - Role of Government in Society


    Credits 3

    Evaluates the challenges of public policymaking and the moral responsibilities of public actors in a democracy. Looks at the underlying theories used to debate what government should do in society.

    Prerequisites
    Admission into a Ph.D. program or permission of instructor.

  
  • PAF 703 - Individual and Group Decision Making


    Credits 3

    Explores how different academic disciplines view individual and group decision-making under uncertainty. Analysis of how individuals and groups make decisions, and different notions about how they should act when faced with risk and uncertainty.

    Prerequisites
    Admission into program.

  
  • PAF 704 - Public Affairs as a Profession


    Credits 1

    This course is part of the doctoral program in public affairs and is designed for students to understand potential career opportunities with a Ph.D. in Public Affairs. Understanding the norms and expectations in the profession are addressed, and attention is given to expectations, strategies, and preparation for the job market to better understand what students can do with their Ph.D. degrees in public affairs.

    Prerequisites
    Admitted to a PhD program.

  
  • PAF 710 - Theory and Design of Research


    Credits 3

    Designed to develop in students the role of theory in designing research applicable to issues studied in public affairs. Beginning course in the Public Affairs Ph. D. program’s analytical studies sequence.

    Prerequisites
    Admission into program.

  
  • PAF 711 - Advanced Seminar in Quantitative Research in Public Affairs


    Credits 3

    Students in this course will become familiar with the conceptual foundations and appropriate applications of major social scientific approaches to data-gathering and analysis, with emphasis on quantitative multivariate analysis.

    Prerequisites
      or permission of instructor.

  
  • PAF 717 - Theory and Practice of Public Sector Survey Research


    Credits 3

    Provides theoretical and applied components of survey research. Students learn the basics of all elements of the survey process. Students will participate in an actual survey.

    Same as
    (PUA 727)

    Prerequisites
    Admission to a graduate program.

  
  • PAF 750 - Education Policy


    Credits 3

    Examines governmental policy and structure affecting elementary and secondary school finance, administration, and management. Reviews the history and impact of various structural and policy reforms proposed from 1950 to the present. Analyzes structure, policy, and reforms in terms of equity, effectiveness in facilitating student achievement, and other criteria.

    Same as
    (PUA 750)

  
  • PAF 752 - Social Policy, the Individual, and Society


    Credits 3

    Examines moral and other dimensions of social policy; frameworks for the analysis and development of social policy; the social construction of social problems; the role of social science in informing social policy; and social policies as manifestations of a society’s values.

  
  • PAF 795 - Directed Readings in Public Affairs


    Credits 3

    Student, under the supervision of a graduate faculty member, conducts additional readings on a topic previously explored in doctoral coursework.

    Notes
    Student may repeat the course for a total of six credits.

    Prerequisites
    Completion of core couse work and approval of the Graduate Director.

  
  • PAF 797 - Independent Research in Public Affairs


    Credits 3-6

    Student, under the supervision of a graduate faculty member, conducts research on a topic within the public affairs program areas. Completion of the research should produce a publishable manuscript.

    Prerequisites
    Completion of core course work and approval of the Graduate Director.

  
  • PAF 799 - Dissertation Research in Public Affairs


    Credits 6

    Research, analysis, and writing on a topic that makes an original contribution of knowledge to the field of public affairs. Upon completion, students defend the dissertation. Students are expected to enroll in six credits a semester until the dissertation is completed; however, only twelve credits may be counted toward the degree.

    Grading
    S/F grading only

    Prerequisites
    Completion of all course work and approval of Committee Chair.

  
  • PED 703 - Readings in Health, Physical Education, and Recreation


    Credits 1

    Designed to acquaint advanced students with recent professional literature in health, physical education, and recreation.

    Notes
    Weekly conference periods conducted.

  
  • PED 705 - Philosophy of Physical Education


    Credits 3

    Study of philosophical thought influencing physical education programs in the United States.

  
  • PED 710 - Curriculum in Physical Education


    Credits 3

    Study of the physical education curriculum and the process of developing a physical education guide.

  
  • PED 714 - Analysis of Teaching Physical Education


    Credits 3

    Explores a spectrum of research-based analytical tools for the systematic description, analysis and interpretation of the teaching process. Various theories of teaching and the instructional styles that complement them.

  
  • PED 715 - Supervision of Physical Education


    Credits 3

    Concepts, principles, and techniques of supervision for use by superintendents, supervisors, and teachers in the supervision of physical education programs.

  
  • PED 716 - Research on Teaching in Physical Education


    Credits 3

    Research on teaching in physical education (ROT-PE) encompasses a number of fields of inquiry into both teacher and student influences on teaching and learning. This course on ROT-PE focuses on major issues, methodologies, and significant findings of ROT-PE for the past three decades.

  
  • PED 720 - Issues and Trends in Physical Education


    Credits 3

    Identifying, analyzing, and evaluating recent developments in physical education with special emphasis on the problems of the student in an area of specialization.

  
  • PED 721 - Sport Facility and Risk Management


    Credits 3

    Provides students with an understanding of sport event and facility management. Students will acquire the knowledge and skills to evaluate functions of the facility which relate to risk analysis and event management with a specific focus on interscholastic and intercollegiate environments.

  
  • PED 726 - Adapted Physical Education for the Developmentally Disabled


    Credits 3

    Study of the etiology and motor capacities of individuals with developmental disabilities. Includes relevant strategies for planning and implementing adapted physical education programs for individuals with learning disabilities, mental impairment, behavior disorders, and other health impairments.

  
  • PED 727 - Adapted Physical Education for Individuals with Chronic and Permanent Disabilities


    Credits 3

    Study of the prevalent, chronic, congenital, and permanent disabilities which effect motor performance. Considers the characteristics, limitations, and special needs required in selecting and implementing an adapted physical education program.

    Prerequisites
    PED 465 or consent of instructor.

  
  • PED 728 - Evaluation Techniques in Adapted Physical Education


    Credits 3

    Study of evaluation instruments used in the assessment of individuals with disabilities, the interpretation of results, and application of pertinent data to motor programming.

    Prerequisites
    PED 494, graduate standing, or consent of instructor.

  
  • PED 730 - Perceptual Motor Learning Theories and the Individual with Disability


    Credits 3

    Study of human movement and subsequent motor performance. Considers the delays in motor development, theories of perceptual motor learning and needs of individuals with disabilities in physical education settings.

    Prerequisites
    consent of instructor.

  
  • PED 731 - Financing Sport and Athletic Programs


    Credits 3

    Conventional income sources such as tax support, bonds, ticket sales, concessions and fund raising, along with more recent innovations related to licensing and corporate sponsorships for sport events will be studied. Specific focus will also include budgeting, breakeven analysis and economic impact studies used to justify sport events and facilities.

  
  • PED 732 - Collegiate Athletic Administration


    Credits 3

    Course will provide the student with an understanding of the relationships inherent in policy development in intercollegiate sport. Through analysis of literature, NCAA guidelines and current issues, students will experience the expectations placed on a sport administrator in a collegiate environment, including policy implementation, interpretation and compliance with NCAA rules.

  
  • PED 733 - Interscholastic Athletics


    Credits 3

    This course will provide students with the background and knowledge to administer interscholastic athletic programs. The students will have the opportunity to fulfill the class work toward a Registered Athletic Administrator as developed by the National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association (NIAAA).

    Prerequisites
    Graduate Standing

  
  • PED 734 - Marketing and Promotions of Athletic Programs


    Credits 3

    Study of the conceptual and empirical approaches sport administrators can utilize for conducting relationships with consumers in athletic environments. Topics include sport consumer behavior, strategic marketing plan development for sport properties, corporate sponsorships, promotion and advertising, and application of market research in sport.

  
  • PED 735 - Leadership Theory in Sport


    Credits 3

    Based upon the study of leadership theory and its application to the administration of sport programs. Includes discussion of leadership theories from business and education. Leadership research in sport emphasizes aspects of leadership development relative to students’ professional growth. Fundamental governance structure of education based sport organizations included.

  
  • PED 736 - Sports and the Courts


    Credits 3

    An overview of selected areas of the law and how they relate to the world of sports, physical activity and physical education. An emphasis will be placed on current issues and practical applications.

  
  • PED 737 - Introduction to NCAA Compliance


    Credits 3

    Introduction to all aspects of NCAA rules/regulations including how to administer NCAA compliance processes. Students will gain insight and knowledge of those compliance issues relevant to individuals working in athletic administration, in campus constituencies who administer institutional functions related to student athletes or who have oversight of athletics.

  
  • PED 738 - Diversity in Sport Organizations


    Credits 3

    An encompassing perspective of diversity within sport organizations. Specifically, the course provides an analysis and understanding of the various ways that people within sport organizations can differ. The course treats issues of the non-dominant, historically under-represented segments of U.S. society, with an emphasis placed on racial, ethnic, and gender issues.

  
  • PED 748 - Professional Paper


    Credits 1 – 6

    Notes
    May be repeated but only two credits will be applied to a student’s program.

    Grading
    S/F grading only.

  
  • PED 750 - Biophysical Foundations of Physical Education and Sport


    Credits 3

    Integrative perspective of the biophysical foundations of physical education and sport. Emphasis on multidimensional changes that occur as an adaptation to training and other life-style factors.

  
  • PED 765 - Survey and Analysis of Professional Literature in Physical Education


    Credits 3

    Students review the current research and scholarly literature pertaining to physical education pedagogy. Articles, papers and research studies with special implications for teaching and curriculum are read, discussed and critically analyzed.

    Prerequisites
    PED 465 or consent of instructor.

  
  • PED 774 - College Teaching in Sports Education Leadership


    Credits 3

    Course provides the opportunity to develop pedagogical knowledge relative to teaching in higher education. In addition, the course will also examine topics which include, development of critical reflection, assessment and evaluation, higher education culture, teaching strategies and alternative teaching styles.

 

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