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Exercise and Sport Science (Ex Sp)
Ex Sp 101. Swimming I. (0-3) Cr. 1. F.S. Basic course for nonswimmers. Emphasis on two fundamental strokes and personal water safety skills. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.

Ex Sp 102. Swimming II. (0-3) Cr. 1. F.S. Prereq: 101 or equivalent skill. Intermediate course. Emphasis on learning and improving five basic strokes and personal water safety skills. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.

Ex Sp 108. Aquatic Fitness. (0-3) Cr. 1. Prereq: 102 or equivalent skill. Water related exercises, activities, and swimming workouts to improve physical fitness. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.

Ex Sp 109. Basic Skin and Scuba Diving. (1-3) Cr. 2. F.S. Prereq: Swimming competence. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.

Ex Sp 113. Scuba Assistant Instructor Practicum. (0-2) Cr. 1. Prereq: 109 and permission of instructor. Supervised experience in conduct of basic scuba diving program. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.

Ex Sp 114. Lifeguard Training. (0-3) Cr. 1. F.S. Prereq: Ability to swim 500 yards continuously of front crawl, sidestroke, and breaststroke; perform a standing and surface dive; swim under water; and tread water for one minute. Minimum age 16. Specific training for Red Cross Lifeguard certification. First aid and CPR included. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.

Ex Sp 115. WSI and Lifeguard Training Instructor. (0-5) Cr. 2. F.S. Prereq: Minimum age 17; current lifeguard, first aid, and CPR certifications. Stroke analysis and methods of class organization and instruction of swimming, water safety, and rescue skills. Red Cross Water Safety Instructor and Lifeguarding Instructor certifications. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.

Ex Sp 116. Water Safety Instructor Practicum. (0-3) Cr. 1. Prereq: 115, H S 105, CPR certification, and permission of instructor. Supervised teaching experience in swimming, aquatic fitness, lifeguard training, and WSI courses. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.

Ex Sp 119. Archery. (0-2) Cr. 1. F.S. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.

Ex Sp 122. Badminton. (0-2) Cr. 1. F.S. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.

Ex Sp 126. Pocket Billiards. (0-2) Cr. 1. F.S. Introduction to the basic strokes (stop, draw, follow) and contemporary game forms associated with pocket billiards. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.

Ex Sp 129. Bowling. (0-2) Cr. 1. F.S. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.

Ex Sp 132. Fencing. (0-2) Cr. 1. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.

Ex Sp 135. Golf I. (0-2) Cr. 1. F.S. Beginning skills only. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.

Ex Sp 136. Golf II. (0-2) Cr. 1. Prereq: 135 or equivalent skill. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.

Ex Sp 139. Gymnastics. (0-2) Cr. 1. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.

Ex Sp 144. Racquetball. (0-2) Cr. 1. F.S. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.

Ex Sp 151. Cross Country Skiing. (0-2) Cr. 1. S. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.

Ex Sp 153. Ice Skating. (0-2) Cr. 1. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.

Ex Sp 158. Tennis I. (0-2) Cr. 1. F.S.SS. Introduction to basic skills (forehand, backhand, service) and basic knowledge of game play. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.

Ex Sp 159. Tennis II. (0-2) Cr. 1. Prereq: 158. Expansion of basic skills to include volley and spins. Introduction to basic strategy. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.

Ex Sp 162. Triathlon Training. (0-3) Cr. 1. F.S. Prereq: 102 or equivalent skill. Introduction to the sport of triathlon integrating the discipline(s) of running, cycling, and swimming. Emphasis on cross-training systems and skill enhancement. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.

Ex Sp 163. Physical Fitness. (0-3) Cr. 1. Evaluation of fitness status. Exercises, activities, and programs to improve physical fitness. Relationship between physical activity and weight control. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only. Credit for only 163 or 258 may be applied toward graduation.

Ex Sp 164. Walking for Fitness. (0-3) Cr. 1. F.S. Fitness walking as an activity to improve health and fitness; values of this type of activity as a lifetime endeavor. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.

Ex Sp 165. Aerobics. (0-3) Cr. 1. Exercise class designed to improve fitness; incorporating exercise to music along with various dance styles. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.

Ex Sp 166. Weight Training. (0-3) Cr. 1. F.S. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.

Ex Sp 170. Tae Kwon Do/Karate I. (0-2) Cr. 1. F.S. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.

Ex Sp 171. Tae Kwon Do/Karate II. (0-2) Cr. 1. Prereq: 170. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.

Ex Sp 173. Hap Ki Do/Martial Self-Defense. (0-2) Cr. 1. F.S. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.

Ex Sp 178. Basketball. (0-2) Cr. 1. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.

Ex Sp 179. Flag Football. (0-2) Cr. 1. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.

Ex Sp 180. Softball. (0-2) Cr. 1. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.

Ex Sp 182. Volleyball. (0-2) Cr. 1. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.

Ex Sp 185. Soccer. (0-2) Cr. 1. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.

Ex Sp 220. Basic Athletic Training. (1-2) Cr. 2. Prereq: Zool 155. Introduction to methods of prevention and immediate care of athletic injuries. Basic information concerning health supervision of athletes, and some basic wrapping and strapping techniques for common injuries.

Ex Sp 221. Athletic Training Practicum. (0-3) Cr. 1. Prereq: Credit or enrollment in 222 and permission of program director. Training room experience to accompany 222. Open to students in the athletic training option. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.

Ex Sp 222. Basic Athletic Training for Athletic Trainers. (2-2) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: Zool 255, 255L. This course is intended to provide pre-athletic training students with the knowledge of the profession of a certified athletic trainer, factors associated with injury prevention, treatment, emergency care of athletic injuries, protective equipment, basic organization, administrative, and legal concepts in the athletic training setting. Utilize knowledge to evaluate, analyze and demonstrate appropriate taping, wrapping and basic skill techniques. To be taken with Ex Sp 221.

Ex Sp 224. Evaluation of Athletic Injuries I. (2-3) Cr. 3. F. Prereq: Zool 256, 256L, permission of program director. Sport injury assessment procedures and evaluation techniques for lower body injuries. Includes an overview of mechanisms of injury, general musculoskeletal disorders, and dermatological conditions. Designed for students in the athletic training option or preprofessional health programs.

Ex Sp 225. Athletic Training Practicum. (0-3) Cr. 1. Prereq: Credit or enrollment in 224 and permission of program director. Training room experience to accompany 224. Open to students in the athletic training option. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.

Ex Sp 226. Evaluation of Athletic Injuries II. (2-3) Cr. 3. Prereq: 224, permission of program director. Sport injury assessment procedures and evaluation techniques for upper body injuries. Includes an overview of common illnesses of athletes and sport specific injuries. Designed for students in the athletic training option or preprofessional health programs.

Ex Sp 227. Athletic Training Practicum. (0-3) Cr. 1. Prereq: Credit or enrollment in 226 and permission of program director. Training room experience to accompany 226. Open to students in the athletic training option. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.

Ex Sp 230. Fundamentals of Aquatics. (0-3) Cr. 1. S. Prereq: 101 or equivalent. Eligibility for admission to HHP teacher education program. Basic water safety and emergency water safety. Skill enhancement, understanding, and progressions.

Ex Sp 231. Fundamentals of Tumbling and Gymnastics. (0-3) Cr. 1. F. Prereq: Eligibility for admission to HHP teacher education program. Fundamentals of tumbling and gymnastics apparatus. Skill enhancement, analysis, understanding practice and the development of progressions.

Ex Sp 232. Fundamentals of Indoor Team Sports. (0-3) Cr. 1. S. Prereq: Eligibility for admission to HHP teacher education program. Fundamentals of indoor team sports, for example basketball, volleyball, team handball. Skill enhancement, analysis, understanding practice and the development of progressions.

Ex Sp 233. Fundamentals of Outdoor Team Sports. (0-3) Cr. 1. F. Prereq: Eligibility for admission to HHP teacher education program. Fundamentals of outdoor team sports, for example flag football, soccer, softball. Skill enhancement, analysis, understanding practice and the development of progressions.

Ex Sp 235. Fundamentals of Racquet Sports. (0-3) Cr. 1. S. Prereq: Eligibility for admission to HHP teacher education program. Fundamentals of racquet sports, for example tennis, badminton, racquetball. Skill enhancement, analysis, understanding practice and the development of progressions.

Ex Sp 236. Fundamentals of Individual Sports. (0-3) Cr. 1. F. Prereq: Eigibility for admission to HHP teacher education program. Fundamentals of individual sports, for example track and field, golf, archery and bowling. Skill enhancement, analysis, understanding practice and the development of progressions.

Ex Sp 237. Fundamentals of Self-Defense. (0-3) Cr. 1. S. Prereq: Eligibility for admission to HHP teacher education program. Skill enhancement, analysis, understanding practice and the development of progressions.

Ex Sp 238. Fundamentals of Outdoor and Adventure Activities. (0-3) Cr. 1. Prereq: Eigibility for admission to HHP teacher education program. Techniques of individual and group facilitation for initiatives involving outdoor adventure activity. Topics include ropes/challenge course events, activity presentation, and sequencing, safety techniques, preparation principles and new games philosophy. Participation is required in one weekend of fieldwork.

Ex Sp 240. Introduction to Strength and Conditioning, Taping, Equipment, and Bracing Techniques. (0-3) Cr. 1. F. Prereq: Ex Sp 221, 222. Permission of program director. Basic information and laboratory instruction regarding strength and conditioning, basic taping techniques, athletic equipment fitting procedures, and the use and proper fitting of prophylactic braces. Open to students in the athletic training option. Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.

Ex Sp 255. Disciplines and Professions in Health and Human Performance. (3-0) Cr. 3. F.S. The course will provide an overview of the various disciplines and professions that comprise the fields of health and kinesiology and help students determine the career option that best fits their interests.

Ex Sp 258. Physical Fitness and Conditioning. (1-3) Cr. 2. F.S. Prereq: Health and human performance majors only. Development of personal fitness using a variety of conditioning and exercise techniques such as aerobics, weight training, and aquatic fitness. Introduction to acute and chronic responses to exercise, and the role of exercise in health promotion and weight management. Credit for only one of the following courses may be applied toward graduation: 163, 258.

Ex Sp 259. Leadership Techniques for Fitness Programs. (1-3) Cr. 2. F.S. Prereq: 258. Development of exercise leadership skills for a variety of activities. Includes planning, promotion, and teaching techniques for developing fitness in others using a variety of exercise modalities including aerobics, weight training, and aquatic fitness.

Ex Sp 270. Principles of Sport Management. (3-0) Cr. 3. Prereq: Psych 101, Sp Cm 212, Soc 134. An overview of ethical decision making relative to organizational principles and management in the sport industry and the development, implementation and evaluation of strategic plans for sport organizations. Topics include fundamentals of leadership theory, human resources, organizational communication, financial planning and law.

Ex Sp 275. Movement Education in Elementary School Physical Education. (2-3) Cr. 3. Prereq: Concurrent enrollment in Ex Sp 280. Planning for management and instruction of developmentally appropriate physical education for children pre-school through elementary grade 6. Laboratory experience required. Credit for only one in the following courses can be applied toward graduation: 275, 284.

Ex Sp 280. Directed Field Experience in Elementary Physical Education. (0-3) Cr. 0.5 -1. S. Prereq: Concurrent enrollment in 275. Observing, planning, and facilitating movement experiences of children in an elementary school setting.

Ex Sp 281. Directed Field Experience in Physical Education. (0-3) Cr. 0.5-1. Observing, planning, and facilitating movement experiences of students in a public school setting.

Ex Sp 284. Elementary and Pre-school Movement Education. (2-3) Cr. 3. F.S.SS. Prereq: 3 credits in human development and family studies. Approaches to teaching movement skills to pre-school and elementary school age children. Emphasis on planning and conducting developmentally appropriate movement experiences for preschool and elementary aged children based upon motor development research. Practical experience provided. Credit in only one of the following courses may be applied toward graduation: 275, 284.

Ex Sp 315. Coaching Theory and Administrative Issues. (2-3) Cr. 3. Study in the theory, ethics, strategy, and mechanics of coaching various interscholastic and/or intercollegiate sports. Emphasis on formulating a philosophy, identifying goals and psychological aspects, teaching skills, and developing strategies.

Ex Sp 323. Therapeutic Modalities for Athletic Trainers. (1-2) Cr. 2. F. Prereq: 226, permission of program director. Theory and technique of athletic modalities used in the management of athletic injuries.

Ex Sp 324. Athletic Training Practicum. (0-3) Cr. 1. Prereq: Credit or enrollment in 323 and permission of program director. Training room experience to accompany 323. Open to students in athletic training option. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.

Ex Sp 326. Rehabilitation of Athletic Injuries. (2-2) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: 323. Theory and practical application of rehabilitation principles used in the management of athletic injuries.

Ex Sp 327. Athletic Training Practicum. (0-3) Cr. 1. Prereq: Credit or enrollment in 326 and permission of program director. Training room experience to accompany 326. Open to students in the athletic training option. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.

Ex Sp 345. Management of Health-Fitness Programs and Facilities. (3-0) Cr. 3. Application of management concepts to the fitness industry, e.g., understanding customers, marketing, program management, financial management, legal issues, and evaluation and planning.

Ex Sp 350. Sport Marketing. (3-0) Cr. 3. Prereq: 270, Mkt 340, Econ 101, Jl MC 220 or Advrt 230. Application of fundamental marketing concepts to the sport industry, including marketing strategies/research, information management, identification of target markets, and the segmentation process. Topics include sport consumer behavior, corporate sponsorship, and promotion and public relations in sport.

Ex Sp 352. Sport Facility and Event Management. (3-0) Cr. 3. Prereq: 270, Jl MC 220 or Advrt 230. Factor related to planning, managing and hosting a variety of events including major tournaments, intramural and intercollegiate competitions, and community recreational activities. Examination of topics associated with sport facility operation to include financing new facilities, generating capital and conducting feasibility studies.

Ex Sp 355. Biomechanics. (2-2) Cr. 3. F.S. Prereq: Ex Sp 255, 258, H S 110, Phys 106 or 111. Mechanical basis of human performance; application of mechanical principles to exercise, sport and other physical activities. Nonmajor graduate credit.

Ex Sp 358. Physiology of Exercise. (2-2) Cr. 3. F.S. Prereq: Ex Sp 255, 258, H S 110, Zool 255, 255L, 256 and 256L. Physiological basis of human performance; effects of physical activity on body functions. Nonmajor graduate credit.

Ex Sp 360. Sociology of Sport and Exercise. (3-0) Cr. 3. F.S. Prereq: Ex Sp 255, 258, H S 110, Soc 134 and one of Stat 101, 104 or 227; or Ex Sp 470. Sport and exercise as social systems and as institutions related to other institutions such as the polity, the economy, mass media, and education.

Ex Sp 365. Sport Psychology. (3-0) Cr. 3. F.S. Prereq: Ex Sp 255, 258, H S 110, Psych 101 or Psych 230. Psychological factors that influence performance in sport settings. The influence of personality, anxiety, motivation, social factors, and psychological skills training.

Ex Sp 366. Exercise Psychology. (3-0) Cr. 3. F.S. Prereq: Ex Sp 255, Ex Sp 258, H S 110, Psych 101 or Psych 230. Psychological theories for understanding and predicting health-oriented exercise behavior. Psychological and psychobiological responses to exercise. Psychological interventions for increasing exercise participation and adherence rates.

Ex Sp 372. Motor Control and Learning Across the Lifespan. (2-2) Cr. 3. F.S. Prereq: Ex Sp 255, Ex Sp 258, H S 110, Psych 101 or Psych 230, Zool 255. An introduction to major concepts of neuromotor control, behavioral motor control from an information-processing perspective and motor learning - - across the lifespan, but emphasizing the adult system.

Ex Sp 375. Teaching Physical Education. (2-3) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: Ex Sp 275, and a minimum of 5 fundamentals classes, admission to UniversityTeacher Education Program one or more semesters prior to enrollment. Current theory, practice and research on teaching focusing on management, instructional, and learning styles of students in secondary schools.

Ex Sp 385. Search Strategies for Field Experiences and Employment. (Same as H S 385.) (1-0) Cr. R. F.S. Prereq: Junior classification; to be taken minimum of two semesters prior to 485. Search techniques and preparation of materials utilized for acquisition of jobs and/or internships in health and human performance fields. Internship process and policies/procedures will be covered.

Ex Sp 395. Adapted Physical Education. (Dual-listed with 595.) (2-3) Cr. 3. F. Specific disabling conditions in terms of etiology, characteristics, needs, and potential for movement experiences. Techniques of assessment, prescription, adaptation of activities, methods, and program planning. Laboratory experience required.

Ex Sp 417. Supervised Teaching in Physical Education in the Secondary School. Cr. 8. F.S. Prereq: 355, 358, 375, 395, 470, 475. Students must be fully admitted to Teacher Education and must apply for approval to enroll at beginning of the semester prior to registering. Supervised teaching in the secondary schools.

Ex Sp 418. Supervised Teaching in Physical Education in the Elementary School. Cr. 8. F.S. Prereq: 275, 280, 355, 358, 375, 395, 470, 475. Supervised teaching in the elementary schools. Students must be fully admitted to Teacher Education and must apply for approval to enroll at the beginning of the semester prior to registering.

Ex Sp 425. Organization and Administration of Athletic Training. (3-0) Cr. 3. F. Prereq: 323, senior classification. Current administrative, professional, and legal issues pertaining to athletic training.

Ex Sp 435. Sport Business and Finance. (3-0) Cr. 3. Prereq: Ex Sp 350, 352, 360, Econ 102, Mgmt 371, Math 104, Stat 101, Acct 284. Students will be able to explain financial expenses and detail sources of revenue for sport organizastions, create and communicate a sponsorship proposal, and organize and administer a fundraising program.

Ex Sp 445. Legal Aspects of Sport. (3-0) Cr. 3. Prereq: Ex Sp 360. Students will understand legal concepts and terminology relevant to sport/activity, identify strategies for limiting liability in sport/fitness programs, and identify solutions for elimination of discriminatory practices in sport and physical activity.

Ex Sp 450. Medical Concerns for the Athletic Trainer. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: Permission of program director. Current medical issues and concerns, including pathology of illness and injury, dermatological conditions, exposure to allied health care professionals, and pharmaological indications in relation to the profession of athletic training and in the care of an athletic population.

Ex Sp 458. Principles of Fitness Assessment and Exercise Prescription. (3-2) Cr. 4. Prereq: 358. Physiological principles of physical fitness; design and administration of fitness programs; testing, evaluation, and prescription; cardiac risk factor modification.

Ex Sp 459. Internship in Exercise Leadership. (0-3) Cr. 1. Prereq: C- or better in 259, CPR certification, concurrent enrollment in 458. Observation and practice of exercise leadership techniques in an on-campus adult fitness program.

Ex Sp 462. Medical Aspects of Exercise. (3-0) Cr. 3. Prereq: 358. The role of exercise in preventive medicine. Impact of exercise on various diseases, and the effect of various medical conditions on the ability to participate in vigorous exercise and competitive sports. Principles of exercise testing and prescription for individuals with these conditions. Environmental and nutritional aspects of exercise.

Ex Sp 465. Physical Activity and Aging. (2-0) Cr. 2. Prereq: Psych 230, Zool 155. The effect upon movement of physical changes occurring in healthy aging as well as chronic conditions associated with aging. Methods of assessing fitness and teaching movement activities in relation to gerontological factors. Nonmajor graduate credit.

Ex Sp 470. Evaluation in Physical Education. (2-3) Cr. 3. Prereq: A minimum of 5 fundamentals classes and admission to University Teacher Education Program. Principles underlying process of evaluation. Selected test and measurement procedures and tools within the field of physical education.

Ex Sp 475. Physical Education Curriculum Design and Program Organization. (3-0) Cr. 3. F. Prereq: A minimum of 5 fundamentals classes and admission to University Teacher Education Program. Current theory, practices and principles applied to curriculum development for programs in physical education, K-12. Organizing for teaching in a variety of school settings.

Ex Sp 485. Internship in Sport and Exercise Science. Cr. 1-16. Prereq: Senior classification and advance registration. Observation and practice in selected sport and exercise science agencies. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.
A. Exercise Science. Prereq: C- or better in 458 and 459, health and human performance majors only. Cumulative GPA 2.0.
B. Sport and Physical Activity. Prereq: Health and human performance majors only. Cumulative GPA 2.0.
C. Sport Management. Completion of the Sport Management core classes (Ex Sp 350, 352, 435, & 445) Cumulative GPA 2.0.

Ex Sp 486. Supervised Coaching in Interscholastic Athletics. Cr. 1 to 3. Prereq: 220, 315, 355, 358, 365; Psych 230; senior classification, admission to teacher education program, and permission of instructor. Advance registration required. Open only to students in the coaching endorsement program. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.

Ex Sp 488. Practicum in Athletic Training. Cr. 1 to 2, maximum of 4. Prereq: Permission of program director. Experience in application of athletic training techniques under supervision of certified athletic trainers. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.

Ex Sp 489. Review of Athletic Training Competencies. (1-0) Cr. R. F.S. Prereq: Senior classification. Preparation for professional endorsement and certification by review of required conceptual and clinical competencies. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only. Required for endorsement or approval to sit for National Athletic Trainers Association Board of Certification Exam.

Ex Sp 490. Independent Study. Cr. 1-3, maximum of 6. Prereq: 6 credits in health and human performance and permission of coordinator. Independent study of problems of areas of interest in exercise and sport science and related areas.
A. Exercise and Sport Science
B. Coaching
H. Honors

Ex Sp 495. Seminar in Exercise and Sport Science. Cr. 0.5 to 1. Prereq: Senior classification. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.

Courses Primarily for Graduate Students, Open to Qualified Undergraduate Students
Ex Sp 500. Research Methods in Physical Activity. (3-0) Cr. 3. Prereq: Graduate classification in exercise and sport science. Methods and techniques used in the design and interpretation of research involving physical activity. Emphasis on styles of writing, library use, and computer applications.

Ex Sp 505. Research Laboratory Techniques in Exercise Physiology. (0-4) Cr. 2. Prereq: 358 or equivalent course with basic laboratory experience. Application and use of laboratory research equipment in exercise physiology, including operation, calibration, and use in selected situations.

Ex Sp 510. Advanced Medical Aspects of Exercise. (2-0) Cr. 2. Prereq: 358. The role of exercise in preventive medicine. Impact of exercise on various diseases, and the effect of various medical conditions on the ability to participate in vigorous exercise and competitive sports. Principles of exercise testing and prescription for individuals with these conditions.

Ex Sp 515. Qualitative Analysis of Human Movement. (2-3) Cr. 3. Prereq: 355. The kinematic analysis of developmental movement tasks and sport skills.

Ex Sp 516. Quantitative Analysis of Human Movement. (3-1) Cr. 3. Prereq: 355. Application of the principles of mechanics to the analysis of human motion. Investigation of the effects of kinematics and kinetics on the human body with special emphasis on exercise and sport applications. Includes consideration of two-dimensional and three-dimensional imaging techniques and force measurements.

Ex Sp 520. The Social Analysis of Sport. (3-0) Cr. 3. Prereq: 360. Sociological analysis of sport with emphasis on sociological theory, sports structure, and function in modern industrialized society; the systems of sport in regard to their role structure; formal organization, and professionalization and its differentiation along social class, age, and sex.

Ex Sp 521. Sport Psychology. (3-0) Cr. 3. Prereq: 365, 3 courses in psychology. Aspects of psychology which form a basis for understanding and explaining behavior in a sport context. Variables underlying individual as well as group performance will be analyzed. A critical analysis of current research literature.

Ex Sp 522. Social-Psychological Perspectives of Sport and Motor Performance. (3-0) Cr. 3. Prereq: 360. Analysis of social-psychological dimensions that modify and facilitate motor behavior; focuses on the individual and small group behavior in the sports context.

Ex Sp 523. Gender Roles and Sport. (Same as W S 523.) (3-0) Cr. 3. Prereq: 360, 3 courses in sociology and/or psychology. Analysis of the influence of sport on male and female sex role development. Survey of literature related to sport and sex role socialization, stereotyping, and conflict. Discussion of future issues and alternative roles.

Ex Sp 540. Administration of Sport Programs. (3-0) Cr. 3. Prereq: 270. Theory and practice of administration in physical education and sport; development of concepts related to the process of administration, types of administrative behavior, tasks and responsibilities of the administrator; evaluation of effectiveness of administration.

Ex Sp 541. Sport Marketing and Promotion. (3-0) Cr. 3. Prereq: 350 or Mkt 340. Marketing of sport as a product and marketing of non sport-related products through sport. Includes market definition, consumer analysis, market research, market segmentation, product positioning, pricing, promotion, marketing communication, distribution, and sponsorship applied to sport.

Ex Sp 542. Sport Business. (3-0) Cr. 3. Prereq: 435 and Acct 215 or 284. Analysis of theoretical and applied principles of economics, finance, accounting, and budgeting related to sport.

Ex Sp 545. Sports Law. (3-0) Cr. 3. Prereq: Ex Sp 445. Analysis of the legal aspects of sport and athletics in contemporary society. Includes use of the case study approach. Designed for coaches, athletic directors, and others involved in sport management.

Ex Sp 550. Advanced Physiology of Exercise I. (2-3) Cr. 3. Prereq: 505. Concepts and methods of assessing neurological, muscular, cardiovascular, and respiratory adjustments to exercise.

Ex Sp 551. Advanced Physiology of Exercise II. (2-3) Cr. 3. Prereq: 505. Analysis of factors affecting work capacity and performance. Human energy metabolism concepts and measurement.

Ex Sp 558. Physical Fitness-Principles, Programs and Evaluation. (2-3) Cr. 3. Prereq: 358. Physiological principles of physical fitness, design and administration of fitness programs; testing, evaluation, and prescription; electrocardiogram interpretation.

Ex Sp 560. Perceptual Motor Learning. (2-3) Cr. 3. Prereq: 372. Emphasis on theories of perceptual motor learning characteristics of the learner and the learning environment with implications for the design of learning settings and further research.

Ex Sp 561. Motor Development. (2-0) Cr. 2 to 3. Prereq: 284 or 275, Psych 230. The physical development and characteristic reactions of children in relation to motor performance. Identification of special psychomotor needs of various age groups of children. All literature and theories applied to the physical education environment.

Ex Sp 590. Special Topics. Cr. 1 to 3.
A. Physical Education
B. Health and Exercise Promotion
C. Sport Management
D. Exercise Physiology
E. Sport Sociology
F. Sport Psychology
G. Motor Learning
H. Biomechanics

Ex Sp 591. Supervised Field Experience. Cr. 1 to 6. Prereq: 10 graduate credits in exercise and sport science and/or related areas. Supervised on-the-job field experience in special areas.
A. Physical Education
B. Health and Exercise Promotion
C. Sport Management
D. Exercise Physiology

Ex Sp 593. Workshops. Cr. 1 to 3.

Ex Sp 595. Adapted Physical Education. (Dual-listed with 395.) (2-3) Cr. 3. F. Prereq: 375. Specific disabling conditions in terms of etiology, characteristics, needs, and potential for movement experiences. Techniques of assessment, prescription, adaptation of activities, methods, and program planning. Laboratory experience required. May not be taken by students who have previously earned credit in 395.

Ex Sp 599. Creative Component. Cr. 1 to 3.

Courses for Graduate Students
Ex Sp 615. Seminar. Cr. 1 to 3.

Ex Sp 699. Research. Cr. 1-6.