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  • PUA 440 - Intergovernmental Relations


    Provides and introduction to the basic concepts and issues of intergovernmental relations and American federalism. Emphasis is on the relationships among national, state, and local governments; the grant-in-aid system; and revenue sharing among different units of government. Both vertical and horizontal dimensions of intergovernmental relations will be considered. Additionally, the course explores the dynamics of American intergovernmental relations with emphasis on recent literature and contemporary policy issues, such as emergency response, education policy, social services, and economic development.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites PUA 241.
  
  • PUA 450 - Policy for Public Administrators


    Examines the policy making process in terms of its governmental structure and formal and informal actors. Different theoretical perspectives concerning policy making are explored.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites PUA 421.
  
  • PUA 490 - Seminar in Public Administration


    Synthesis of administrative concepts through an examination of selected topics and case studies. Students prepare research projects for analysis by the seminar group.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites Junior or senior standing.
  
  • PUA 498 - Independent Study


    Students work with a member of the public administration faculty on an area of concern to public administration and prepare a research paper.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites Six credits in PUA.
  
  • RAD 100 - Introduction to Medical Imaging


    Medical imaging in radiography, ultrasound, CT, MRI, nuclear medicine and angiography. Emphasis on medical terminology, medical ethics, jurisprudence, professional organizations, radiation protection, and medical terminology.

    Credits 3
  
  • RAD 102 - Radiation Science


    (Same as HPS 102.) Principles of radiation science and safety including interactions of radiation with matter, radiation quantities and protection standards, dosimetry, radioactive decay, and biological effects of radiation.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites MATH 124.
  
  • RAD 117 - Patient Care in Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy


    Patient care practices in medical imaging, including ethical, legal, professional and administrative issues. Demonstrates specific patient care techniques.

    Credits 3
  
  • RAD 330 - Radiography Clinical Education I


    Formerly Listed as RAD 130.

    Clinical practicum providing experience in patient care, film processing and management, legal and administrative responsibilities, and radiography of the thorax, and abdomen. Includes introduction to radiography of the skeleton.

    Credits (1-3)
    Prerequisites  ,  ,  ,  ,   as well as formal admission to the radiography program.
    Notes S/F grading only.
  
  • RAD 331 - Radiography Clinical Education II


    Formerly Listed as RAD 231.

    Continued clinical practicum providing experience in radiography.

    Credits 3 or 6
    Prerequisites  ,  ,  .
    May be repeated to a maximum of six credits.
    Notes S/F grading only.
  
  • RAD 332 - Radiography Clinical Education III


    Formerly Listed as RAD 232.

    Continued clinical practicum providing experience in radiography including fluoroscopy of the digestive tract

    Credits (1-3)
    Prerequisites  .
    Notes S/F grading only.
  
  • RAD 333 - Radiography Clinical Education IV


    Formerly Listed as RAD 233.

    Continued clinical practicum providing experience in radiography including the cervical spine.

    Credits (1-3)
    Prerequisites  .
    Notes S/F grading only.
  
  • RAD 334 - Radiography Clinical Education V


    Formerly Listed as RAD 234.

    Continued clinical practicum providing experience in radiography including operating room imaging.

    Credits (3-6)
    Prerequisites  .
    May be repeated to a maximum of six credits.
  
  • RAD 350 - Physics of X-Ray Production


    Formerly Listed as RAD 150.

    Study of x-ray machinery including the x-ray tube, transformers, recifiers, and circuits. There is an emphasis on the theory of x-ray production including the factors which contribute to image resolution.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites  .
  
  • RAD 351 - Physics of X-Ray Production Laboratory


    Formerly Listed as RAD 151.

    Three-hour laboratory course with experiments on magnetism, electromagnetism, x-ray circuitry, image resolution and processing factors. To be taken concurrently with RAD 350.

    Credits 1
    Corequisites  .
  
  • RAD 354 - Radiographic Quality Assurance and Techniques


    Formerly Listed as RAD 254.

    Detailed study of the factors contributing to image quality. Explanation of the various quality assurance tests used for radiographic equipment to maintain consistency in image quality.

    Credits 3
    Corequisites  .
  
  • RAD 370 - Radiographic Procedures I


    Formerly Listed as RAD 170.

    Study of radiographic terminology related to body mechanics and positioning. Introduction to factors relating to image quality and radiation protection. Anatomical study of and radiographic positioning parameters of the appendicular skeleton, thoracic and abdominal viscera, as well as the digestive tract. Introduction to factors affecting film quality and radiation protection. Lectures include radiographic positioning and anatomy of the extremities including the shoulder and pelvic girdles and the thoracic viscera and digestive tract.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites   ,  . Formal admission to the radiography program.
  
  • RAD 371 - Radiographic Procedures Skill Laboratory I


    Formerly Listed as RAD 171.

    Introduction to exposure factors relating to image quality through phantom radiography. Peer positioning of the appendicular skeleton, thoracic and abdominal viscera, as well as the digestive tract. Analysis of film critique and anatomy recognition. Must be taken concurrently with RAD 370.

    Credits 1
    Prerequisites Formal admission to the radiography program.
    Notes Must be taken concurrently with RAD 370.
  
  • RAD 372 - Radiographic Procedures II


    Formerly Listed as RAD 172.

    Study of iodinated contrast use and adverse effects. Anatomical study, radiographic positioning and procedures related to the urinary and biliary system. Anatomical study and radiographic positioning parameters related to the bony thorax, vertebral column, cranium, and facial bones. Introduction to advances modalities including CT, MRI, Mammography, and Interventional Radiology.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites  ,  ,  ,  .
  
  • RAD 373 - Radiographic Procedures Skills Laboratory II


    Formerly Listed as RAD 173.

    Peer radiographic positioning of the urinary system, vertebral column, cranium, and facial bones. Practical application of C-arm operation. Analysis of film critique and anatomy recognition.

    Credits 1
    Prerequisites   and  .
    Notes Must be taken concurrently with RAD 372.
  
  • RAD 474 - Radiographic and Special Imaging Pathology


    Formerly Listed as RAD 274.

    Recognition of radiographic and special imaging pathology such as those seen on CT and MRI with an emphasis on etiology. Pathology subjects include skeletal, neuro, thoracic and abdominal viscera. Multiple radiologist lectures augment the textbook study of various pathological situations.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites  .
  
  • RAD 483 - Principles of Advanced Imaging


    Introduction to some of the advanced modalities available in radiology. Modalities include CT, MRI, Interventional Radiology, and Radiation Therapy. Topics for each modality will include patient care, instrumentation, image processing, and application.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites RAD 432, and  . Formal admission to the radiography program.
  
  • RAD 484 - Principles of Digital Imaging


    Detailed study of the production of digital radiographic images. Includes demonstration of equipment and proper utilization with an emphasis on radiation protection.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites RAD 432, and  . Formal admission to the radiography program.
    Lab/Lecture/Studio Hours Six hours practicum, one hour lecture.
  
  • RAD 486 - Ethics and Medical Law in Radiology


    Lectures and classroom discussion on laws associated with medical imaging. Topics include liability, HIPPA, and malpractice. In addition, discussions about various scenarios which can challenge the ethical code for radiographers and how these scenarios should be handled.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites RAD 432 and formal admission to the radiography program.
  
  • RAD 490 - Independent Study in Radiography


    Independent study and/or research in radiography or a related area.

    Credits (1-3)
    Prerequisites Consent of instructor.
    May be repeated to a maximum of six credits.
  
  • RE 130 - Introduction to Real Estate


    Formerly Listed as (Formerly FIN 130)

    Economic, legal, financial, marketing, managerial, and operational aspects of real estate.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites Sophomore standing.
  
  • RE 332 - Real Estate Finance


    Formerly Listed as (Formerly FIN 432)

    Sources of funds, procedures for making and servicing loans, economic aspects of real estate financing, laws relating to ownership, zoning and transfer of real property.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites Admission to a business major/junior standing*, FIN 301.
  
  • RE 333 - Real Estate Valuation


    The appraisal process and theory and techniques of residential and income property appraisal. Sales comparison, cost and income approaches to valuation examined, evaluated, and applied to valuation situations. Function and role of the real estate appraiser.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites Admission to a business major/junior standing*,  .
  
  • RE 334 - Real Estate Investment


    Formerly Listed as (Formerly FIN 434)

    Process and techniques of analyzing real property as an investment medium. Effects of market conditions and government policies upon real estate investment.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites Admission to a business major/junior standing*, FIN 301.
  
  • RE 451 - Real Estate Development


    Evaluates “ground-up” development. Starting from an analysis of raw land different product types such as retail, office, single-family residential, multi-family, and industrial as well as speciality types (golf courses, assisted living) are discussed in terms of inception of an idea, site selection and analysis, market research, and feasibility, public regulations, contractual and commitment issues, construction process, asset management, and risk management.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites Admissions to a business major/junior standing, BLW 331, and six credit hours of RE 300-level courses.
  
  • RE 452 - Real Estate Development II


    Case study course oriented to the types of commercial real estate projects discussed in RE 451. Students will review real estate development utilizing the case study method. Lectures may be supplemented with guest speakers from the community focusing on different types of real estate development.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites RE 451.
  
  • RE 481 - Real Estate Internship


    Supervised on-site practical and professional learning experience in various participating local real estate enterprises, culminating in a written report.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites Admission to the major, minimum 3.00 overall GPA, and minimum 3.00 major GPA with at least six credit hours of RE 300-level courses completed.
  
  • RE 490 - Real Estate Independent Study


    Study and research in the field of real estate.

    Credits (1-3)
    Prerequisites A 3.00 GPA, admission to the major, senior standing and completion of nine credit hours of courses within the major.
    May be repeated to a maximum of six credits.
  
  • RE 495 - Current Topics in Real Estate


    Analysis of current topics in real estate issues such as valuation, finance, and investment.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites Business major/senior standing, BLW 331, and six credit hours of RE 300-level courses.
  
  • RLS 100 - Leisure and Well-Being


    Examination of theoretical models of leisure behavior, qualities of leisure experiences that contribute to or undermine individual and societal well-being, and factors that affect leisure choices and opportunities. Students will have an opportunity to explore and reflect upon new leisure experiences and their potential contribution to their own well-being.

    Credits 3
  
  • RLS 101 - Golf for Business and Life


    Geared toward novice golfers with little or no golf experience. Focuses on fundamentals of the game with special attention to the benefits of its use in the corporate environment.

    Credits 1
  
  • RLS 102 - Introduction to Player Development


    Students work intensely on the development of skills necessary to successfully complete the PGA playing ability test. Students are introduced to mechanisms that provide personal evaluations of a player’s strengths and weaknesses. PGM students are introduced to the cause and effect relationship between swing mechanics and ball flight laws.

    Credits 0
    Prerequisites RLS 102.
    Notes S/F grading only.
  
  • RLS 103 - Player Development I


    A continuation of RLS 102, students work intensely on the development of skills necessary to successfully complete the PGA playing ability test. Students are introduced to the fundamentals of teaching golf by providing knowledge in areas of golf specific teaching golf by providing knowledge in areas of golf specific teaching terminology, laws, principles, preferences, re-swing fundamentals, in-swing fundamentals, and learning styles.

    Credits 0
    Notes S/F grading only.
  
  • RLS 104 - Advanced Player Development


    A continuation of RLS 103, PGM focuses intensely on the development of skills necessary to successfully complete the PGA playing ability test. Students use mechanisms that provide personal evaluations of a player’s strengths and weaknesses.

    Credits 0
    Prerequisites RLS 103.
    Notes S/F grading only.
  
  • RLS 110 - Introduction to Golf Management


    Introduction to the professional field of golf management. Presentation of fundamental concepts in golf operations and management including: history of golf industry, sociological and economic aspects of golf; consumer markets in golf; setting for golf management; and careers in golf. Orientation to the PGA’s Golf Professional Training Program also included.

    Credits 3
  
  • RLS 150 - Introduction to Recreation and Leisure Services


    General orientation to the entire area of recreation and leisure services. History, delivery systems, setting, and occupational opportunities in this field.

    Credits 3
  
  • RLS 201 - PGA/PGMTM level 1


    Provides PGM students with knowledge, theory and application of the fundamental concepts in golf operations specific to: PGA constitution, rules of golf, tournament operations, career enhancement, golf car fleet management, introduction to teaching, golfer development programs, and golf club design and repair. Students will revise and complete work experience portfolio as a requirement of PGA/PGM level 1 testing.

    Credits 2
    Prerequisites RLS 110.
  
  • RLS 210 - Leisure Services in a Diverse Society


    Students will explore the leisure preferences and behaviors of diverse populations, including topics of disability, gender, ethnicity and race, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, aging, and religion/spirituality, from a national and global perspective. Students will apply this information to the development and delivery of inclusive leisure services. Service learning component.

    Credits 3
  
  • RLS 225 - Leadership in Recreation & Leisure Services


    Provides an understanding of select leadership strategies and small group dynamics and the abilities to implement these skills in leisure service and sport settings. Application of both theory and technique, with students leading a variety of recreational activities. Service learning component.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites  ,  .
  
  • RLS 242 - Theory of Pool/Spa Operation


    Prepares health, physical education, recreation professionals, and hotel management personnel with the necessary fundamentals of pool/spa operation relative to a healthful and safe environment.

    Credits 2
  
  • RLS 245 - Introduction to Sport Management


    An introduction and overview of the business of sport and an examination of the various management aspects involved with sport, sport delivery systems, and issues related to amateur and professional sport organizations. Includes an investigation of sport management career opportunities.

    Credits 3
  
  • RLS 259 - Human Resources Management in the Hospitality Industry


    Recruitment, selection, compensation, training, and performance appraisal of employees and managers in the hospitality industyr’s culturally diverse work place.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites   or   or   and  .
    Notes Same as  .
  
  • RLS 300 - Program Development in Recreation and Leisure Services


    Theory and techniques for developing programmed recreation experiences. Includes applying program development cycle, assessment of leisure needs, using goals and objectives to develop program services, design and development of leisure programs, marketing leisure services, organizing and conducting leisure services.

    Credits 3
  
  • RLS 301 - PGA/PGMTM level 2


    Provides PGM students with knowledge, theory and application of the fundamental concepts in golf operations specific to: analysis of the swing, business planning and operations, customer relations, turfgrass management. Students will complete a work experience portfolio as a requirement of PGA/PGMTM level 2 testing.

    Credits 2
    Prerequisites RLS 110, 201.
  
  • RLS 310 - Program Evaluation in Recreation and Leisure Services


    Introduction to the research process as it applies to the evaluation of recreation and leisure programs and services including design, data collection, analysis, interpretation and reporting of findings. Particular emphasis on evaluation instruments developed in the field.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites RLS 300 or consent of instructor.
  
  • RLS 360 - Sport Club Management


    Introduces various aspects of sport club management emphasizing effective and efficient operations which contribute to membership satisfaction.

    Credits 3
  
  • RLS 370 - Commercial Recreation


    Examination of the operation of private and commercial recreation businesses, such as retail sporting goods stores, golf courses, tennis complexes, ice/roller skating rinks, and bowling centers.

    Credits 3
  
  • RLS 375 - Sport Public Relations


    An introduction to sport and recreation public and media relations. Primary concepts examined include management function of public relations; marketing, advertising, and research process; media relations; communications; and evaluation. Emphasis is placed on case analysis, problem solving, development and presentation of campaigns, and examination of public relations in the contemporary sport industry.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites  .
  
  • RLS 380 - Hospitality Marketing I


    Organization of hospitality marketing functions: Primary focus on marketing programs and their role in the management of successful hospitality organizations.

    Same as  .
  
  • RLS 390 - Recreation and Youth Development


    Students will acquire an understanding of models of positive youth development and features of positive youth development programs. Students will acquire youth leadership skills and the ability to facilitate positive youth development through the provision of outcome-based recreation activities

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites  .
  
  • RLS 401 - PGA/PGMTM level 3


    Provides PGM students with knowledge, theory and application of the fundamental concepts in golf operations specific to: swing concepts of teaching, supervising and delegating, merchandise and inventory management, and food and beverage control. Students will complete a work experience portfolio as a requirement of PGA/PGMTM level 3 testing.

    Credits 2
    Prerequisites RLS 110, 201, 301.
  
  • RLS 403 - Leisure and Aging


    Diverse issues regarding older adulthood with an emphasis on the influence of leisure on the quality lives of senior adults as it relates to sociocultural perceptions of aging, cognitive, psychological, and physiological changes of aging, diversity, retirement issues, and long term care.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites  .
  
  • RLS 417 - Legal Aspects of Recreation and Leisure Services


    Fundamental understanding of the risk management process, tort liability issues and concerns, and legal considerations in the management of a variety of leisure service programs and facilities.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites Pre-major (RLS 100, 150, 200, 220) and RLS 300.
  
  • RLS 425 - Outdoor Recreation and Education


    Broad view of outdoor recreation/education that focuses on the types of experiences, systems, and opportunities available. Includes environmental issues, political ramifications, and implications for management.

    Credits 3
  
  • RLS 428 - Design and Evaluation of Youth Recreation Programs


    Students will acquire the ability to develop comprehensive evidence-based youth development programs. Students will also gain an understanding of evaluation methods through which they can assess the impact of youth recreation programs.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites  .
  
  • RLS 435 - Sport and Recreation Event Management


    Provide students with the skills necessary to propose, develop, and conduct sport and recreation based contests and special events. Through an experiential learning process, students will increase their knowledge of various aspects of sport and recreation based event management processes including budgeting, operations, marketing, media, sponsorship, registration, hospitality, volunteer management Service learning component.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites  .
  
  • RLS 445 - Park and Recreation Facilities Planning and Management


    Extensive study into the planning, design, and development of park and recreation areas and facilities. Also includes operation and maintenance of circulation, lighting, water systems, solid waste, health, safety, and emergency provisions.

    Credits 3
  
  • RLS 450 - Administration of Recreation and Leisure Services


    Comprehensive examination of the philosophical, legal, financial, and administrative foundations necessary for management personnel in a public, not-for-profit or commercial leisure service organization.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites RLS 150, RLS 200, and three credits in RLS 400-level courses.
  
  • RLS 460 - Senior Seminar in Recreation and Leisure Studies


    Internship and placement requirements, professionalization of the leisure service field, and principles of professional and ethical conduct.

    Credits 1
    Prerequisites Senior standing or consent of instructor. Recreation majors only, completion of 24 hours of major courses including current semester enrollments.
  
  • RLS 461 - Internship in Recreation and Leisure Services


    Supervised on-site professional experience in recreation, sport and leisure service agencies approved by the department. Emphasis on application of knowledge and skills to actual job roles and responsibilities. Recreation majors must complete 12 credits of internship.

    Credits (1-12)
    Prerequisites RLS 460. Majors only.
  
  • RLS 462 - A-E Professional Golf Management Internship I-V


    Internship is a full-time, 40 hour per week, academic experience at an approved golf facility. Internship sites offer variety of professional experiences in the operation and management of the: facility, member relations, golf retailing, food and beverage, turf grass, and tournaments. Courses repeatable up to 12 credits. Students must complete 12 credits of internship.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites Admission to PGM Concentration. RLS 462A, B and C: 2 credits each. RLS 462D and E:
  
  • RLS 480 - Resort Retailing and Merchandising


    Formerly Listed as (Formerly TCA 480)

    Development of retail operations in a resort or club environment. Includes retail store design, purchasing, merchandising, and management for themed casino outlets, golf pro-shops, restaurant shops, and gift shops.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites HMD 101 or RLS 100 and TCA 380.
  
  • RLS 498 - Workshop in Recreation and Leisure Services


    Provides opportunities for the study of current or special topics in the field of recreation and leisure studies. For professionals in the field, recreation majors, and others interested in gaining understanding of relevant issues.

    Credits (1-3)
    May be repeated to a maximum of six credits.
  
  • RLS 499 - Special Problems in Recreation and Leisure Studies


    Specialized individual instruction or research to develop in-depth understanding of a current problem in recreation.

    Credits (1-6)
    Prerequisites Upper-division standing and consent of instructor.
    May be repeated to a maximum of six credits.
  
  • SCM 352 - Operations Management


    Analytical aids to management decision making. Integrated approaches to decisions involving organizational policies and principles, production processes, materials, manpower, and/or equipment. Where appropriate, computer assistance utilized.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites Admission to a business major/junior standing*, MGT 301 and ECON 261.
  
  • SCM 473 - Supply Chain Management


    Fundamentals of supply chain management including the integration of the value-adding elements of purchasing, operations, and logistics processes internally and with suppliers and customers. Related topics include supplier and customer relationship management, supply chain management in services, supply chain design, and supply chain performance measurement.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites Admission to a business major/junior standing*, SCM 352.
  
  • SCM 474 - Purchasing Management


    Principles of purchasing, procurement, and contract management. Includes such topics as source analysis, negotiation strategies, and value engineering.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites Admission to a business major/junior standing*, MGT 301.
  
  • SCM 475 - Process Management, Planning, and Control


    Analysis of production and service processes in organizations to include just-in-time, total quality management, material requirements planning and enterprise resource planning systems, inventory management, scheduling, queuing, process design, and statistical process control.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites Senior standing*, SCM 352.
  
  • SCM 477 - Logistics and Supply Chain Integration


    Study of the movement and storage of raw materials, work-in-process, and finished goods throughout the global supply chain with emphasis on integrating these activities to create value for the customer.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites Admission to a business major/junior standing*, SCM 352.
  
  • SCM 493 - Seminar in Supply Chain Management


    Selected topics in supply chain management including the value-adding elements of purchasing, operations, and logistics processes and collaboration strategies with suppliers and customers. Related topics include supplier and customer relationship management, global supply chain issues, supply chain sustainability and supply chain performance measurement.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites Admission to a business major/junior standing,  .
  
  • SIM 101 - Athletic Training


    Basic principles in the prevention, recognition, and care of athletic injuries and the duties of an athletic trainer in the sports medicine program.

    Credits 3
  
  • SIM 102 - Introduction to Athletic Training Clinical


    Provides an understanding of the practical settings within the athletic training profession. Includes training room procedures and operations and basic ankle taping skills.

    Credits 1
    Prerequisites Acceptance into the Athletic Training Educational Program.
  
  • SIM 150 - Management of Sport Trauma and Illness


    Provides the athletic trainer with the knowledge and skills necessary to recognize and manage sport trauma and sports-associated illness. Prepares students to assist in sustaining life following traumatic injury, reducing pain, and minimizing the consequences of injury or sudden illness in the athletic environment.

    Credits 4
    Prerequisites SIM 101.
  
  • SIM 180 - Introduction to Physical Therapy


    Basic introduction to anatomical, physiological, and kinesiological concepts along with an introduction to physical therapy equipment. Includes discussion of relevant diseases and disabilities generally associated with physical therapy.

    Credits 3
  
  • SIM 201 - Exercise and Sport Injury


    Provides knowledge to recognize and manage orthopedic injury as a result of exercise or sport participation. Topics include; Pathology Injury, Musculoskeletal conditions of the extremities, pelvis, spine, head and face, as well as General Medical Conditions.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites SIM 101 and SIM 150.
  
  • SIM 270 - Clinical Experiences in Athletic Training I


    Clinical experience in athletic training provided in the athletic training treatment center. Emphasis on training room policies and procedures and the skills of taping, padding, and bracing.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites  .
  
  • SIM 271 - Clinical Experiences in Athletic Training II


    Clinical experiences in athletic training provided in the athletic training treatment center. Emphasis on the application of modalities within the practical setting and basic principles of rehabilitation.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites SIM 270.
  
  • SIM 386 - Assessment and Evaluation of Lower Extremity Injuries


    In-depth study of the anatomy and functional abilities of the lower extremity. Emphasis on the assessment techniques used for evaluating common athletic injuries.

    Credits 4
    Prerequisites  ,  / ,  .
    Lab/Lecture/Studio Hours Three hours lecture and two hours lab.
  
  • SIM 387 - Assessment and Evaluation of Upper Extremity Injuries


    In-depth study of the anatomy and functional abilities of the upper extremity. Emphasis on the assessment techniques used for evaluating common athletic injuries.

    Credits 4
    Prerequisites SIM 386.
    Lab/Lecture/Studio Hours Three hours lecture and two hours lab.
  
  • SIM 390 - Therapeutic Modalities


    Equips students with an understanding of the inflammatory process and pain. Includes the physiologic reactions, contraindications, and indications for: heat, cold, electricity, sound, and water.

    Credits 4
    Prerequisites SIM 101, BIOL 223-224.
    Lab/Lecture/Studio Hours Three hours lecture and two hours lab.
  
  • SIM 396 - Seminar in Sports Injury Management


    Prepares students for field experience placement, graduate school and full-time employment. Professional and ethical conduct discussed. Can be taken by all majors but must be taken by pre-professional studies majors.

    Credits 1
    Prerequisites SIM 386.
  
  • SIM 456 - Organization and Administration of Athletic Training Programs


    Organization and administration of athletic training programs in conventional and clinical settings including athletic training room management, budgeting, staffing, insurance, record keeping and data bases, emergency care planning, legal issues, design of new facilities, and public relations.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites SIM 271.
  
  • SIM 470 - Advanced Clinical Experiences in Athletic Training I


    Clinical experiences in athletic training provided in the athletic training treatment center. Emphasis on advanced techniques of evaluation used during assessment and rehabilitation of injuries to the lower extremity.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites  .
  
  • SIM 471 - Advanced Clinical Experiences in Athletic Training II


    Clinical experiences in athletic training provided in the athletic training treatment center. Emphasis on advanced techniques of evaluation used during assessment and rehabilitation of injuries to the upper extremity.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites  .
  
  • SIM 480 - Therapeutic Exercise


    Physiology of trauma and the subsequent effects on tissues as the basis for rehabilitation. Techniques of therapeutic exercise, planning rehabilitation programs and manual muscle testing.

    Credits 4
    Prerequisites SIM 101 and SIM 386.
    Lab/Lecture/Studio Hours Three hours lecture and two hours lab.
  
  • SIM 481 - Advanced Athletic Training


    Advanced study in the prevention and specific care of athletic injuries. Focuses on sport nutrition, special athletes, professionals involved in the sports medicine team and other related topics. Preparation for national certification as an athletic trainer discussed.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites SIM 271.
  
  • SIM 495 - Sports Medicine


    Pharmacological aspects of sports medicine. Basic drugs used to treat a variety of sports-related injuries and problems. Pathophysiology of athletic injury. Special topics in sports medicine discussed.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites SIM 386, SIM 390, Kinesiology or Athletic Training major status.
  
  • SIM 497 - Field Experiences in Athletic Training


    Practicum for upper-division students to experience working in a traditional or non-traditional athletic training setting in the community.

    Credits 1 to 6
    Prerequisites SIM 396, upper-division standing, and approval of instructor.
    May be repeated to a maximum of six credits.
  
  • SIM 498 - Seminar in Athletic Training


    Designed to prepare students for the BOC certification exam, graduate school application, and full time employment. Professional and ethical conduct will be discussed.

    Credits 1
    Prerequisites SIM 271.
  
  • SIM 499 - Special Problems in Athletic Training


    Specialized instruction and/or research designed to develop in-depth understanding of a current athletic training problem, trend, or issue.

    Credits 1 to 6
    Prerequisites Consent of instructor and upper-division standing.
    May be repeated to a maximum of six credits.
  
  • SOC 101 - Principles of Sociology


    Introduction to understanding human behavior, social life, and social change through the perspective of sociology.

    Credits 3
  
  • SOC 102 - Contemporary Social Issues


    Designed to explore competing explanations for the causes of and cures for the enduring social issues and problems in the contemporary world. Critically analyzes dominant definitions of social problems, the political, economic, and cultural roots of these problems, and the public policies aimed at reducing them.

    Credits 3
  
  • SOC 205 - Ethnic Groups in Contemporary Societies


    Examination of the experiences and social context of varying racial and ethnic groups within the United States. Examples of groups often included are African Americans, Korean Americans, Mexican American, Native Americans, Cuban Americans, and Irish Americans.

    Credits 3
  
  • SOC 210 - Introduction to Statistical Methods


    Introduction to statistical reasoning: creating measures at levels; description of samples and comparisons to populations; making statistical decisions; applying statistical models.

    Credits 4
  
  • SOC 241 - Introduction to Research Methods


    Research methods in sociology: how to ask sociological questions, how to think methodologically, and how to devise methods to study social phenomena. Review the basic foundations of social sciences thinking, and the four main research methods used by sociologists.

    Credits 3
  
  • SOC 261 - Introduction to Social Psychology


    General survey of social psychology from a sociological perspective. Topics examined include socialization, language and communication, primary group processes, identity and self, attitudes, conformity and deviance, leadership, and the effects of social structure on individual behavior.

    Credits 3
    Prerequisites SOC 101 or PSY 101.
 

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