Course Descriptions

You will find descriptions for all courses in Sport and Exercise Sciences shown below. To determine which courses you are required to complete and which are recommended for your major, see the curriculum page in this section. All Sport and Exercise Science courses carry the prefix SES.

110 Introduction to Diving Science, Technology and Management (2)
Provides a history of diving and an overview of recreational, scientific, public safety, commercial, military diving, and career opportunities within each area. Explores underwater biological research, saturation diving, commercial diving equipment, atmospheric pressure diving systems, underwater robotics, public safety diving, and underwater crime investigation. Examines the various underwater training/certifying agencies and professional organizations.

112 Community First Aid & CPR (1)
American Red Cross First Aid, Adult CPR, Infant and Child CPR certification courses.

170 Introduction to Wellness (3)
An introductory course open to all students interested in fitness and wellness and how it relates to quality of life. Students are provided with a basic knowledge of diet, exercise, stress management, health, and other areas of total wellness and their impact on maintaining healthy lifestyles. Opportunities for computer analysis and hands-on experience will be provided. (SES 270 is designed for majors in SES.)

181 A.T. Pre-Clinical Skills I (1)
Pre-Clinical practicum for athletic training majors. Introduction to basic clinical skills used in the professional activities of the athletic trainer. Basic fieldwork in the athletic training facility is included. SES 181 A1 01 and SES 281 A1 01 are both required as part of the criteria for clinical program selection.

199 Special Topics (1-3)
Topics may vary each semester as determined by the SES faculty, based on subjects of current interest. Offered no more than twice for the same topic.

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201 Dance and Aerobic Activities (2)
An introductory course in rhythmic activities, folk and square dancing, and aerobic exercise activities for the elementary and middle schools.

202 Elementary Games (Including Track and Field) (2)
Indoor and Outdoor games and track and field activities for the elementary and middle schools.

203 Gymnastics and Tumbling (2)
Practice of basic gymnastics and tumbling routines; scientific principles involved in teaching gymnastics and tumbling analyses of skills. Prerequisite: Beginning Gymnastics.

210 Foundations of Sport and Exercise Sciences (3)
Historical foundations of physical education, sport, and exercise. Orientation to Exercise Science, Physical Education, Sport Management, and Athletic Training. Participation in a variety of sport experiences.

211 Lifeguard Training (2)
Personal safety, self-rescue, and rescue of others in, on and around the water. Provides minimum skills necessary for qualification as a non-surf lifeguard. American Red Cross Lifeguard Training. Prerequisite: SES 112 or 212, or current certification in First Aid and Adult CPR prior to course completion.

212, 212L Emergency Response and Lab (3)
Course content and practical experiences prepare the student to make appropriate decisions about the care needed in case of emergency. Provides opportunity to acquire skills necessary to act as a crucial link in the emergency medical services (EMS) system. American Red Cross certification examinations: CPR for the Professional Rescuer, Emergency Response, Oxygen Administration, Automated External Defibrillator, Preventing Disease Transmission. Lecture and Lab must be taken concurrently. (Enrollment restricted to SES majors.)

214 Methods of Instruction in Swimming and Water Safety (3)
Methods of teaching swimming and water safety; American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification course.

220, 220L Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries and Lab (4)
Introduction to the basic concepts of preventing athletic injuries, injury recognition and assessment, and care and treatment procedures for proper management of athletic injuries. 3 hours lecture and 2 hours laboratory weekly. Laboratory to be taken concurrently with lecture. This course partially fulfills the requirements for the Coaching endorsement. Prerequisite: BIO 220/230. Laboratory fee required.

225, 225L Assessment of Athletic Injuries and Lab (4)
Techniques of evaluation and emergency management for athletic injuries and illnesses. Required for transfer students with minimal previous collegiate clinical Athletic Training experience. Three hours lecture and 2 hours laboratory weekly. Laboratory to be taken concurrently with lecture. Prerequisite: SES 220, 220L and permission of the program coordinator. Laboratory fee required.

226 Seamanship and Lab (3)
Introduction to small boat operation for support of diving activities. Topics include basic boat operation, boat maintenance, boating safety, safety equipment requirements, rules of the road, marine navigation, marine radio operation, captain and crew responsibilities, requirements for U.S. Coast Guard licensing, and practical exercises.

230 Recreational Diving Theory (3)
Provides certified SCUBA divers with knowledge of diving theory. Examines physics, physiology of SCUBA diving, diver stress, stress management and prevention, decompression theory, diving tables and computers, aquatic/marine environment, dive operation planning and management (fresh water, wreck, reef, night, limited visibility, boat), extended depth diving, technical diving, cold water diving, tropical diving, and underwater search and light salvage. Prerequisites: acceptance into SMDI Track, and SES 110.

240 Dive Accident Management & Rescue and Lab (3)
Trains divers and dive leaders in procedures and techniques for the emergency management of injuries encountered in diving and the aquatic environment. Examines primary, secondary, and illness assessment, field neurological tests, first aid for pressure related accidents with emphasis on decompression sickness and arterial gas embolism, use of oxygen and oxygen equipment, care of marine life injuries, accident-related diving equipment problems, diving accident analysis, statistical review of diving injuries and fatalities, and the role of divers and dive leaders in accident prevention. Includes laboratory exercises in dealing with distressed divers, watermanship and self-reserve techniques, panicked divers, missing divers, underwater problems, in-water artificial respiration, pressure-related accidents, and diving accident scenarios. Students successfully completing the course are eligible for certification as Advanced Rescue Diver and DAN Oxygen Provider. Special course and certification fees apply. Prerequisite: SES 230.

250 Sport and Recreational Management (3)
An introduction to the fields of sport and recreational management; overview of theories of management and administration to sports and recreation.

259/359/459 Independent Study (3)
Original research of special topics pursued independently or in small groups. Available in Athletic Training (AT), Exercise Science (EX), SM-Diving Industry (DI), SM-Golf Industry (GI), Physical Education (PE), and Sport Management (SM). Prior approval of Department Chair and Dean required.

260 Leisure Planning & Programming (3)
Provides a basic understanding of the knowledge, skills, and values required for successful planning & programming of leisure services for all populations. Presents the steps necessary to establish, market, and manage the human and financial resources in leisure activities. Includes observations of recreational programs, including those in aging communities, tourism, etc.

270 Concepts of Fitness and Wellness (3)
This course is required for students majoring or minoring in one of the SES programs. Students will analyze the impact of diet, exercise, stress management, health, and other areas of total wellness on the quality of life. Students will examine their personal health risk, complete a personal fitness and nutritional assessment, as well as pursue an individual exercise prescription program. Hands-on experiences and exposure to the use of computer analysis in fitness assessment are included.

275 Professional Proficiency - Aquatic Activities (1)
Activities include: Canoeing, Lifeguard Training, Rowing, Sailing, SCUBA Diving, Swimming, Water Safety Instruction. Prerequisite: Coordinator's approval.

280 Professional Proficiency - Dance Activities (1)
Activities include: Ballroom Dance, Jazz Dance, Modern Dance, Social, Folk and Square Dance. Prerequisite: Coordinator's approval.

281 A.T. Pre-Clinical Skills II (1)
Pre-Clinical practicum for athletic training majors. Introduction to basic clinical skills used in the professional activities of the athletic trainer. Basic fieldwork in the athletic training facility are included. SES 181 A1 01 and SES 281 A1 01 are both required as part of the criteria for clinical program selection. Prerequisite: prior to successful completion of or concurrent enrollment in SES 181.

285 Professional Proficiency - Individual & Dual Sports (1)
Activities include: Archery, Bowling, Fencing, Golf, Gymnastics and Tumbling, Handball, Judo, Strength Training, Wrestling. Prerequisite: Coordinator's approval.

290 Professional Proficiency - Racquet Sports (1)
Activities include: Badminton, Racquetball, Squash, Tennis. Prerequisite: Coordinator's approval.

295 Professional Proficiency - Team & Field Sports (1)
Activities include: Basketball, Field Hockey, Football, Lacrosse, Rugby, Soccer, Softball, Speedball, Track and Field, Volleyball. Prerequisite: Coordinator's approval.

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300 Special Topics (3)
Designed to provide experiences in a contemporary topic, problem, and/or research area. Offered in Athletic Training (AT), Exercise Science (EX), Management-Diving Industry (MD), Physical Education (PE), and Sport Management (SM). Specific topics will be offered no more than twice.

304 Recreational Diving Specialties (1-6)
Educates students in selected diving specialties at one (1) cr. hr. per specialty. Principles and practices of deep diving, night diving, multilevel and computer assisted diving, wreck, underwater naturalist, drift, ice, cavern, underwater navigator, dry suit, and search and recovery diving are thoroughly examined. Students successfully completing the course are eligible for certification in the specific specialties addressed in the course. Special course and certification fees apply. Also available as Independent Study. Prerequisites: ISR 255 (or equivalent) and acceptance of agency certification requirements.

306 Research Diving (3)
Explores the application of diving in various scientific disciplines. Topics include oceanography, underwater archaeology, artificial reef programs, underwater surveying, mapping, documentation, and sampling and hydrology studies by divers in Florida. Includes field trips to selected research sites and opportunities to conduct underwater studies. Special course and certification fees apply. Prerequisite: ISR 255 or equivalent.

308 Underwater Photography (3)
Provides the student with working knowledge and basic skills in underwater photography. Topics include camera selection, camera operation and maintenance, natural light and artificial light photography, composition, macrophotography, normal and wide-angle lens use, and visual presentation, as well as underwater video techniques. Special course and certification fees apply. Prerequisites: PHO 203, ISR 255, or equivalent.

310 Personal Health and Disease Prevention (3)
Epidemiology of disease determinants, including identification and intervention in disease processes. Major emphasis on nutrition, exercise, and health.

311 Tropical Diving Environments (3)
Examines selected environments commonly associated with recreational diving in Florida and the Tropics. Includes intensive field trip and theory reviewing site selection. Topics selected for individual diver projects chosen for integration and environment. Special course and certification fees apply. Prerequisites: ISR 255 or equivalent and instructor approval.

312 Advanced Assessment of Athletic Injuries and Lab (4)
An advanced course designed to develop further knowledge and skills related to the recognition, assessment, treatment and appropriate medical referral of athletic injuries and illnesses. Prerequisite: SES 220/220L and/or SES 225/225L (as required by the program coordinator).

314 SCUBA Equipment Repair &Maintenance (3)
An overview of SCUBA diving equipment design, manufacturing, function, maintenance, and repair, including disassembly, inspection, and assembly of selected SCUBA regulators, valves, buoyancy control devices and inflation mechanisms, cylinder inspection, principles of hydrostatic testing, regulator performance testing, principles of dive computer operation, field maintenance and repair of selected diving equipment, and operation of professional repair facilities. Special course and certification fees may apply.

316, 316L Therapeutic Modalities and Lab (4)
A study of sports therapy physical agents used in athletic training techniques such as cryotherapy, hydrotherapy, electrotherapy, and mechanical therapy. 3 hours lecture and 2 hours laboratory weekly. Laboratory to be taken concurrently with lecture. Prerequisites: SES 220, 220L. Honors option.

318, 318L Therapeutic Exercise and Lab (4)
A study of clinical sports therapy techniques used in the rehabilitation and reconditioning of athletic injuries. 3 hours lecture and 2 hours laboratory weekly. Laboratory to be taken concurrently with lecture. Prerequisites: SES 220, 220L. Honors option.

320 Kinesiology and Lab (4)
The study of anatomical and biomechanical principles of human performance and movement science. 3 hours lecture, 2 hours laboratory weekly. Laboratory to be taken concurrently with lecture. Prerequisite: BIO 220/230.

321 Advanced Upper Extremity Assessment of Athletic Injuries and Lab (4)
This course is designed to introduce the athletic training student to techniques in assessment and evaluating athletic related injuries in the upper extremity, head facial, ear, and eye regions. The student will be introduced to the processes associated with evaluating structural, bio-mechanical, neural, and etiological factors related to athletic injury.

322 Advanced Lower Extremity Assessment of Athletic Injuries and Lab (4)
This course is designed to introduce the athletic training student to techniques in assessment and evaluating athletic related injuries in the lower extremity and lumbar spine. The student will be introduced to the processes associated with evaluating structural, bio-mechanical, neural, and etiological factors related to athletic injury.

325 Officiating Team and Individual Sports (2)
A study of officiating techniques, rules and procedures in selected team and individual sports.

326 Principles of Motor Learning (3)
Introduces the student to psychomotor concepts and how these principles are applied to the learning of gross and fine motor skills in order to produce more efficient movement. Emphasis is placed on motor learning theories, research, and the learning environment.

328 Theory of Coaching (3)
Techniques and principles related to coaching and training athletes in various team and individual sports; use of sound instructional strategies, athletic management, and organizational techniques applied to coaching. This course partially fulfills the requirements for the coaching endorsement. Must be taken concurrently with one section of SES 328L.

330 Nutrition for Physical Performance (3)
The study of nutrition, diet analysis, biochemical processes in energy metabolism, nutrition and health problems, and nutrition as it relates to physical performance.

335 Psycho-Social Aspects of Sport (3)
An analysis of the social and psychological dimensions of sport. Emphasis is placed on social and psychological theories and research related to physical activity, physical education, corporate fitness, and athletic programs. Prerequisites: PSY 281 or college-level course work in Psychology.

340 Adapted Physical Activity, Recreation and Sport (3)
An introductory course designed for pre-professionals to develop competencies necessary to deliver service in accordance with federal laws. Motor, sensory, and cognitive disabilities will be discussed. Emphasis is placed on individualized educational programming and adapting regular physical activity, recreation, and sport programs. A specialized practicum is also included.

344 Teaching Health, Phy. Ed., Dance in the Primary/Elementary School (3)
Examines the methods, content material, and organizational procedures for conducting primary/elementary school health and physical education programs; practice in teaching activities in primary/elementary school health and physical education programs. Field experience provided. (Designed for classroom teachers not specializing in Physical Education.)

350 Tests and Measurement in HPER and Sport (3)
Introduction to measurement and evaluation techniques used in school and non-school settings. Includes simplified statistics, test construction, skill evaluation, and measurement of physical fitness and physical performance. Prerequisite: MAT 152.

351 Diving Leadership Practicum and Lab (3)
Prepares students for career opportunities as a dive master or dive guide and diving instructor. Includes dive planning, dive management and control, diver problem-solving, diver rescue (review), teaching confined water skills, teaching open water skills, tutoring entry level diving students, role of dive masters in confined water and open water training and non-training activities, diver buoyancy control, dive site survey, analysis, and mapping, and responsibilities and techniques of dive guides. Reviews selected topics from SES 230 and 240. Practical experience is acquired by serving as an instructor aide in ISR 155 and/or ISR 255 (confined-water and open-water sessions) as well as tutoring entry-level students. Additional open water training sessions will be scheduled. Students successfully completing this course are eligible for certification as Dive Master. Special course and certification fees apply. Prerequisite: SES 240.

360, 360L Essentials of Exercise Physiology and Lab (4)
Entry-level course in exercise physiology which presents the basics of exercise response and training. Includes the energy systems, neuromuscular concepts as applied to sports, and functions of the cardiovascular and respiratory systems during rest, steady state and exhaustive physical activity. Required for SMDI, PE, and SM majors. 3 hours lecture and 2 hours lab weekly. Laboratory to be taken concurrently with lecture. Laboratory fee required. Prerequisite: BIO 220/230.

361, 361L Exercise Physiology and Lab (4)
Includes an in-depth survey of the neuromuscular, metabolic cardiorespiratory and hormonal responses to acute exercise and the physiological adaptations to chronic exercise. Topics include thermoregulation, ergogenic aids, body composition, sport training, growth and development, and aging. Required for athletic training and exercise science majors. 3 hours lecture and 2 hours laboratory weekly. Laboratory to be taken concurrently with lecture. Laboratory fee required. Prerequisites: BIO 240.

362 Diving Business Management, Retailing & Practicum (3)
Provides the information and strategies necessary to research, establish, and operate a diving-related business. Topics include recreational diving business opportunities, the diving consumer, the diving market and its evolution, typical retail business profiles, legal requirements, financing, merchandising, dive instruction, dive travel, advertising, and the interactions of various dive training/certifying agencies. Prerequisites: MGT 305, MKT 306.

365 Hyperbaric Physiology & Decompression Theory (3)
Provides in-depth study of decompression illness, arterial gas embolism, and therapeutic applications of hyperbaric chambers. Topics include decompression illness, arterial gas embolism, CNS and pulmonary oxygen toxicity, hyperbaric chambers and support systems, treatment protocol and tables, application of hyperbaric oxygen in treatment of non-diving related illness and injury, and hyperbaric chambers. Prerequisites: BIO 220/230, SES 360 or 361.

370 Fitness Assessment and Exercise Prescription (3)
Application of exercise physiological concepts to exercise prescription and programming for individuals without disease or with controlled disease. Includes analysis of techniques used for health appraisal, risk stratification and fitness assessment, and evaluation of strategies used to promote physical activity. Prerequisites: SES 270 and SES 361. (May be taken concurrently).

380 Facility Design and Event Management (3)
Includes knowledge of the various types of indoor and outdoor facilities, fiscal management, technological advances in equipment, planning of facilities, and event management.

381A A.T. Clinical Skills Level II Part I (2)
A course for athletic training majors designed to promote clinical skills proficiency in general medical conditions, upper and lower body patient exposures, medical terminology and athletic protective equipment. Formatted in five-three week rotations with surgical observation. Physician presentations in Family Practice and Optometry are included. Prerequisites: Clinical acceptance and SES 281.

381B A.T. Clinical Skills Level II Part I (2)
A course for athletic training majors designed to promote clinical skills proficiency in general medical conditions, upper and lower body patient exposures, and medical documentation. Formatted in five-three week rotations with surgical observation. Physician/dentist presentations in Pediatrics and Dentistry are included . Prerequisite: SES 381 A1.

382 Turfgrass for the Golf Professional
An analysis of turfgrass issues related to golf. The influence of climate, chemicals, topography, golf course design, and related factors in the building, maintenance and success of a golf course.

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402 Biological and Medical Aspects of Motor and Physical Disabilities (3)
Presents the sensory and motor aspects of developmental disabilities. Course content identifies and clarifies the differential developmental characteristics that exist among children with learning disorders, behavioral disabilities, neurological, orthopedic, genetic, drug and/or metabolic dysfunctions. This course partially fulfills the requirements for the endorsement in Adapted Physical Education.

404 Physical Education and Sport for Children with Mental Deficiencies (2)
Provides an understanding of the positive impact of physical activity on the psychological and social, as well as, the physical well being of persons with mental disabilities. Includes an introduction to commonly accepted methods of assessing and identifying persons with mental deficiencies with emphasis on developing physical skills. A continuum of activities from basic motor development through recreational and competitive sports will be explored. This course partially fulfills the requirements for the endorsement in Adapted Physical Education.

406 Physical Education and Sport for Children with Sensory Disabilities (2)

Provides an understanding of the positive role of physical activity in the social, emotional, and physical well being of persons with sensory deficiencies. Includes the selection of activities at all developmental levels as well as contraindication of activities based upon various medical conditions. This course partially fulfills the requirements for the endorsement in Adapted Physical Education.

408 Physical Education and Sport for Children with Motor Disabilities (2)
Provides an understanding of the value of physical activity for persons with motor disabilities, from social, emotional, and physiological aspects. Includes assessment techniques to aid in the selection of activities with emphasis on the contraindications for specific conditions. The range of activities will begin with basic motor development and continue through specific sports skills. This course partially fulfills the requirements for the endorsement in Adapted Physical Education.

411 Coaching Techniques for Disabled Athletes (2)
Provides an introduction to the various sports organizations specific to athletes with disabilities and an emphasis on coaching techniques aimed at those athletes who compete in competitions provided by each of these groups. This course partially fulfills the requirements for the endorsement in Adapted Physical Education.

413 Physical Activity for the Profoundly Handicapped (2)
Provides a foundation in physical activity programs for students identified as profoundly handicapped. Includes an introduction to the various sub-groups making up this population as well as techniques for incorporating providers of physical activity into the program. Emphasis will be placed on using developmental activities in small group settings. This course partially fulfills the requirements for the endorsement in Adapted Physical Education.

417 Assessment in Physical Education for Exceptional Students (2)
Current assessment and evaluation techniques used to identify conditions which impede psychomotor functioning. Emphasis is placed on test administration, educational diagnosis, the I.E.P., instructional strategies, public law compliance, etc. This course partially fulfills the requirements for the endorsement in Adapted Physical Education

419 Aquatics for Individuals with Disabilities (2)
Develops the skills necessary to provide appropriate water activities for students with disabilities. In addition to addressing water activities, emphasis will be placed on restrictive medical conditions and providing a safe water environment for all persons with disabilities. This course partially fulfills the requirements for the endorsement in Adapted Physical Education.

420 Biomechanics (3)
This course provides you the opportunity to study advanced techniques in the analysis of mechanical factors related to human movement. Specific areas of human movement include: sport, aquatics, ergonomics, rehabilitation, disability sport, exercise/fitness, and gait. Prerequisite: SES 320.

421 Methods of Instruction in SCUBA Diving and Lab (3)
Develops the student's ability to teach SCUBA diving in courses such as open water, advanced open water, rescue diver, dive master, and assistant instructor courses. Examines teaching theory and methods, oral communication, lesson preparation, teaching aids, confined and open water instruction planning, methods, and student evaluation, organizing and scheduling courses, skill problem solving, legal aspects of diving instruction, review of key academic material and skills, and presentations by participants. Students successfully completing this course are eligible to participate in SES 424 as necessary to complete the requirements for certification as a SCUBA Instructor. Prerequisite: SES 351.

424 Instructor Preparation in SCUBA Diving (2-6)
Students successfully completing this course are eligible for the "Instructor" certificate from the chosen SCUBA training/certifying agency. Includes structure, standards, procedures, training philosophies, knowledge, and skill levels expected of instructors, course offerings, and progressions. Course may be repeated for each individual agency (e.g. NAUI, PADI, YMCA) at 2 credit hours per agency. Special course fees apply. Prerequisite: SES 421. Also available as Independent Study.

431 Media Relations in Sport (3)
Study of professional and collegiate sports and their relationship with the various media outlets. (Same as COM 431).

440 Sport Marketing, Promotions, and Fundraising (3)
An investigation of the principles, applications, and techniques of marketing, promotions, corporate sponsorships, and fundraising within the various sporting industries.

441 Cardiac Rehabilitation (3)
Pathophysiology of cardiopulmonary and metabolic diseases with further emphasis on the physiological and technical basis of clinical exercise tolerance tests and exercise prescription, and exercise leadership for the cardiopulmonary, diabetic, obese or elderly patient. 3 hours lecture weekly. Prerequisite: SES 361 or equivalent. Corequisite: SES 441L.

441L Cardiac Rehabilitation Laboratory (1)
Practical applications to clinical exercise tolerance tests and exercise prescription for the cardiopulmonary, diabetic, obese and elderly patient. Health screening, risk stratification, basic EKG and blood pressure measures, developing & implementing exercise test protocols, and emergency procedures will be emphasized. Two hour laboratory weekly. Laboratory fee required. Prerequisite: SES 361 or equivalent. Corequisite: SES 441.

442 Golf Country Club Management (3)
Provides the student with knowledge base for managing public, private, and resort golf course facilities including managing the golf pro shop, merchandising, running a tournament, understanding laws and governance, understanding food and beverage administration, managing personnel, and customer relations.

444 Financial Applications to Sport (3)
Applies principles of finance to budgeting, operations, and business decision-making in various sport and exercise-related settings (e.g., schools, colleges, pro teams, retail establishments, and corporations). Prerequisites: MAT 152, ACC 201, ECO 201, FIN 319.

446 Qualitative Analysis in Biomechanics (3)
The study of the fundamentals of qualitative analysis of human movement: application of mechanical concepts, use of observational techniques, and development of skills useful for teaching and enhancing human performance in a practical environment. Prerequisite: SES 320.

447 Biomechanics of Musculoskeletal Injuries (3)
The study of the physical laws and mechanical principles governing the force characteristics, mechanisms of injury, and healing rate of tissues in the human musculoskeletal system. Prerequisites: SES 420.

461, 461L Advanced Exercise Physiology and Lab (4)
Continuation of Exercise Physiology. Includes an in-depth survey of exercise biochemistry, cardiovascular function in exercise, biochemical and cardiovascular adaptations to exercise training, with emphasis on current research in exercise physiology. 3 hours lecture and 2 hours laboratory weekly. Laboratory to be taken concurrently with lecture. Laboratory fee required. Prerequisites: CHE l52, SES 361.

463 Applied Physiology of Resistance Training (3)
Includes critical evaluation of strength and conditioning concepts and the biomechanical and physiological analyses of various sport movements as they apply to strength and power exercises for sport training. Students are prepared to attempt the National Strength and Conditioning Association's certification exam. Prerequisites: SES 320 and 361, or taken con-currently with SES 361.

465 Administration of Programs and Facilities (3)
Study of desirable standards, policies, and practices in the organization, supervision, and administration of physical education, athletics, recreation, dance, athletic training, and sport programs. Prerequisite: Junior standing.

469 Directed Readings (3)
Directed library research and readings in Athletic Training (AT), Exercise Science (EX), Management-Diving Industry (MD), and Physical Education (PE) to prepare for certification examinations. Prerequisite: Prior approval of Department Chair and Dean.

470 Methods and Practice of Teaching Developmental Activities I (K-8) (4)
Involves the study and practical application of instructional design and content for grades K-8 in a comprehensive and intensive format. Designed to provide the elementary physical education major with the knowledge base, skills, methodology, and techniques to teach a full range of developmental activities to school children in these grades. Instructional activities involve skill analysis, peer teaching, video analysis, and demonstration of various teaching strategies for skills appropriate to grades K through 8. Instructional content and curriculum development cover the entire range of skills, games, rhythms and dance, as well as tumbling, balance, and movement activities typically associated with physical education programs for this age group. Health-related subject matter appropriate for K-8. Emphasis placed on learning in all three domains: cognitive, affective, and psychomotor. Students will participate in ten hours of field experiences and observation in elementary and middle schools. Required course for majors in elementary physical education (K-8). Prerequisites: EDU 151 and 218, SES 270 and Full Acceptance into the PE-TEP.

471 Methods and Practice of Teaching Developmental Activities II (K-8) (4)
Continuation of SES 470. Designed to integrate material learned in SES 470 with teaching methodology, curriculum development, and refinement of teaching skills. Twenty hours of field experiences and observation in selected elementary/middle schools. Required course for majors in physical education (K-8). Prerequisites: SES 470 and Full Acceptance into the PE-TEP.

472 Methods of Teaching Golf (2)
Instruction in and techniques of teaching golf to clients at various golf facilities. Application, methods and practice in golf instruction and training with subjects of varying skill levels.

475 Secondary School Physical Education Theory and Practice I (6-12) (4)
Involves the study and practical application of instructional design and content for grades 6-12 in a comprehensive and intensive format. Designed to provide the secondary physical education major with the knowledge base, skills, methodology, and techniques to teach a full range of activities to secondary students in these grades. Instructional content and curriculum development cover three general areas: recreational team sports, individual lifetime sports, and personal fitness/wellness activities. Instructional activities will involve skill analysis, peer teaching, video analysis, and demonstration of various teaching strategies for skills appropriate to grades 6-12. Emphasis placed on learning in all three domains: cognitive, affective and psychomotor. Ten hours of field experiences and observation in middle and secondary schools. Students may also be assigned to assist in an ISR class within the department or other instructional setting. Required course for majors in secondary physical education (6-12). Prerequisites: EDU 151 and 218, SES 270 and Full Acceptance into the PE-TEP.

476 Secondary School Physical Education Theory and Practice II (6-12) (4)
Continuation of SES 475. This course is designed to integrate skills learned in SES 475 with teaching methodology, curriculum development, and refinement of teaching skills. Students also participate in twenty hours of field experiences and observation in selected middle and secondary schools. This is a required course for majors in secondary physical education (6-12). Prerequisites: SES 475 and Full Acceptance into the PE-TEP.

479 Directed Research (3)
Advanced research experience in Athletic Training (AT), Exercise Science (EX), Management-Diving Industry (MD), Physical Education (PE), and Sport Management (SM) under the direct supervision of faculty. Prerequisite: Prior approval of Department Chair and Dean.

480 Contemporary Issues and Ethics in Sport (3)
Senior "capstone" course for all SES majors which integrates the knowledge and concepts gained from prior course work and field experiences with real life situations in sport. Examines the positive and negative consequences of the way sport is organized, managed, and reported in American society by drawing from current events and articles. Provides a philosophical overview of the values that sport personifies in today's society. Prerequisite: Senior status; at least one of the following is strongly recommended: PHI 120, 170, 353, THE 300, 353.

481A A.T. Clinical Skills Level III Part 1 (2)
A course for athletic training majors designed to promote clinical skills proficiency in general medical conditions, upper and lower body patient exposures, and Pharmacotherapeutics. Formatted in two-seven week rotations with team care assignment. Pharmacist, Nurse Practitioner and Physician's Assistant presentations are included. Prerequisite: SES 381 A2.

481B A.T. Clinical Skills Level III Part 2 (2)
A course for athletic training majors designed to promote clinical skills proficiency in general medical conditions, upper and lower body patient exposures, and human diseases. Formatted in two-seven week rotations with team care assignment. Physicians presentations in Podiatry and Internal Medicine are included. Prerequisite: SES 481 A3.

485 Legal Issues in Sport and Exercise Sciences (3)
Legislation affecting physical education classes, coaching, amateur, professional, and recreational sport and the legal ramifications of various aspects of sport administration and exercise prescription.

486 Practicum (2-8)
Advanced field experience in the application of learned principles from Coaching (CO), Athletic Training (AT), Exercise Science (EX), Management-Diving Industry (MD), Management-Golf Industry (MG), Physical Education (PE), and Sport Management (SM). Prerequisites for all SES majors except AT: Full Acceptance into the preferred SES major, as well as prior approval of Program Director and Department Chair; Exercise Science majors must also satisfy the specific requirements for Practicum approval listed under the major. Sport Management-Golf Industry majors must enroll in sections 01 and 02 at 2 credit hours each.

487 Senior Seminar
An integrative study of the knowledge, concepts, and professional and clinical skills gained from prior coursework and practical experiences in Athletic Training (AT), Exercise Science (EX), SM-Diving Industry (DI), SM-Golf Industry (GI), Physical Education (PE), and Sport Management (SM).

490 Advanced Techniques in Athletic Training (3)
A course for students of athletic training in need of an advanced course to meet requirements for certification by the National Athletic Trainers' Association (N.A.T.A.). An elective for sports medicine-athletic training majors. Laboratory fee required. Prerequisite: SES 225 or equivalent.

499A A.T. Internship - I (6)
499B A.T. Internship - II (6)
Intensive, senior-level supervised work experience in Athletic Training (AT), Exercise Science (EX), Management-Diving Industry (MD), Management-Golf Industry (MG), Physical Education-Student Teaching (PE), and Sport Management (SM). An evening seminar and/or written report of experiences may be included. In order to be permitted to represent Barry University in the public sector, students approved for off-campus internships must, in addition to satisfying stipulated academic requirements in the major, meet personal and professional standards established by national governing bodies. Athletic Training majors must have also completed 700 supervised clinical hours; Physical Education and Exercise Science majors must satisfy the specific requirements for Internship approval listed under the major. Prerequisites: Full Acceptance into the preferred SES major, as well as prior approval of the Program Coordinator, Dept. Chair and Dean.

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