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ACC 211 - Intro to Financial Accounting, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): Sophomore Status
This is an introductory course designed to acquaint students with the principles of accounting theory with the emphasis upon the accounting equation, the accounting cycle, recording financial transactions into accounting systems, including journal entries and ledgers, and understanding primary financial statements as they relate to various business organizations.
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ACC 212 - Intro to Managerial Accounting, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): MTH 120 /121 or higher, ACC 211
This introductory course emphasizes the application of accounting information from an internal management perspective. As a result, the accounting applications and policies go beyond the generally accepted accounting principles fundamental to financial accounting (ACC 211 ).
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ACC 213 - Accounting & Finance Essentials, 3 credit hours
This is an introductory course designed to emphasize the fundamentals of financial literacy by acquainting students with the basic accounting process and essential principles of finance. The focus will be on understanding the financial impacts of decisions made in every area of a business as they relate to various business organizations.
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ACC 241 - Hospitality Financial Accounting, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): HTM 240
This course introduces and emphasizes the principles, concepts and systems utilized in the accounting and budgetary areas of the hospitality and tourism industry. Students will learn about the use of accounting information as a basis for decision making and will understand the uniform system of accounts and financial statements unique to the hospitality and tourism industries.
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ACC 245 - Bloomberg & Excel Certifications, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): MTH 120 /121 or higher.
Bloomberg and Excel Certifications will allow students to gain certifications in both Excel and Bloomberg Market Concepts while also applying skills through projects and assignments in order to build proficiency.
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ACC 295 - Independent Study, 1-4 credit hours
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ACC 297X - Internship, Credit hours to be arranged
The for-credit internship registration process is handled via the Career Services Handshake platform. To register your internship for credit, please contact Career Services at career@bw.edu.
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ACC 316 - Managerial Accounting, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): ACC 211 and ACC 212
This course surveys the accounting requirements of internal organizational management with particular attention devoted to the costs capitalized in inventory. Defines and illustrates job order costing, process costing, standard costing, direct costing, cost-volume-profit analysis, activity-based costing, budgeting, and control of decentralized operations.
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ACC 321 - Intermediate Accounting I, 4 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): ACC 211 with at least a B- grade, MTH 120 /121 or higher, and minimum Sophomore Status
The conceptual framework, accounting cycle, the theory, and practice of financial statement preparation in accordance with accounting standards are covered in this course.
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ACC 322 - Intermediate Accounting II, 4 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): ACC 321 with at least a B- grade
This intermediate accounting course will continue with a deep dive into accounting theory and principles, proper recording of business transactions through journal entries and ledger postings, and the interpretation of financial statements prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. Main topics include long-term assets and liabilities, stockholders’ equity of a corporation, and accounting changes and error corrections. Advanced measurement and disclosure issues relating to the financial statements will also be examined.
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ACC 378 - Principles of Fraud Examination, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): Completion of 45 credit hours.
This course focuses on fraud in the workplace. You will learn about common fraudulent schemes, typical perpetrators and measures a company can implement to protect against workplace fraud.
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ACC 395 - Independent Study, 1-4 credit hours
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ACC 397X - Internship, Credit hours to be arranged
The for-credit internship registration process is handled via the Career Services Handshake platform. To register your internship for credit, please contact Career Services at career@bw.edu.
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ACC 407 - Individual Taxation, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): ACC 321
This course is a study of federal income tax law, US Treasury regulations, IRS revenue rulings, and court cases. A major emphasis of the course will be tax planning. There will be a detailed study of individual tax forms and their preparation. We will discuss ethical issues in tax planning and preparation.
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ACC 419 - Auditing Principles, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): ACC 322 (may be taken concurrently)
Auditing Principles is a course blended on theory and practice. The external audit process is brought to life through practice sets, flowchart creation, audit client evaluation, business process understanding, internal control evaluation, and issuance of financial statements for audit clients. This course satisfies Ohio’s course requirement for Auditing to qualify to sit for the CPA exam.
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ACC 432 - AIS/Data Analytics for Accountants, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): ACC 419
This course examines the role of accounting information systems in business organizations. In doing so, we examine organizational risk across various business processes, components of information technology, and internal control. We also consider ethical issues that may surface within these systems. This course also focuses on data analytics in accounting and business process review, with an emphasis on the use of data analytics in internal audit, and external audit services.
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ACC 495 - Independent Study, 1-4 credit hours
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ACC 497X - Internship, Credit hours to be arranged
The for-credit internship registration process is handled via the Career Services Handshake platform. To register your internship for credit, please contact Career Services at career@bw.edu.
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ACC 500A - Financial Accounting, 3 credit hours
This course is designed to develop a working knowledge of the basic accounting system. The primary focus is on financial accounting and its effect on the business entity.
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ACC 501 - Intermediate Accounting I, 4 credit hours
The conceptual framework, accounting cycle, the theory, and practice of financial statement preparation in accordance with accounting standards are covered in this course.
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ACC 502 - Intermediate Accounting II, 4 credit hours
This intermediate accounting course will continue with a deep dive into accounting theory and principles, proper recording of business transactions through journal entries and ledger postings, and the interpretation of financial statements prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. Main topics include long-term assets and liabilities, stockholders’ equity of a corporation, and accounting changes and error corrections. Advanced measurement and disclosure issues relating to the financial statements will also be examined.
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ACC 506 - Bloomberg & Excel Certifications, 3 credit hours
Bloomberg and Excel Certifications will allow students to gain certifications in both Excel and Bloomberg Market Concepts while also applying skills through projects and assignments in order to build proficiency.
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ACC 507 - Individual Taxation, 3 credit hours
A study of the federal income tax law, US Treasury regulations and IRS revenue rulings and court cases. A major emphasis of the course will be tax avoidance for the individual through tax planning. There will be a detailed study of actual personal federal tax forms and ethics will be stressed.
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ACC 508 - Entity Taxation, 3 credit hours
This course is a study of current federal tax laws applicable to corporations, partnerships, estates and trusts. Tax reporting, planning and research are an integral part of this study.
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ACC 516 - Managerial Accounting, 3 credit hours
A course which surveys the accounting requirements of internal organizational management with particular attention devoted to the costs capitalized in inventory. Defines and illustrates job order costing, process costing, standard costing, direct costing, cost-volume profit analysis, activity-based costing, budgeting, and control of decentralized operations.
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ACC 518 - Governmental and Nonprofit Accounting, 2 credit hours
This course deals with financial accounting and reporting concepts, standards, and procedures applicable to: 1. state and local governments-including counties, cities, and school districts, as well as townships, villages, other special districts, and public authorities 2. the federal government; and 3. nonprofit and governmental universities, hospitals, voluntary health and welfare organizations, and other nonprofit (or not-for-profit) organizations. Financial management and accountability considerations peculiar to government and nonprofit (G&NP) organizations are emphasized, and the distinctive aspects of auditing G&NP organizations are discussed.
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ACC 519 - Auditing Principles, 3 credit hours
Auditing Principles is a course blended on theory and practice. The external audit process is brought to life through practice sets, flowchart creation, audit client evaluation, business process understanding, internal control evaluation, and issuance of financial statements for audit clients. This course satisfies Ohio’s course requirement for Auditing to qualify to sit for the CPA exam.
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ACC 521 - Advanced Accounting, 3 credit hours
A course dealing with special problems in accounting for business combinations and mergers. Students will be exposed to the different methods of accounting for investments on the books of the parent company. They will develop an understanding of the consolidation procedures that deal with the issues of the noncontrolling interests, intercompany sales, intercompany debt, ownership patterns, and income taxes. In addition, the related topics of business segment reporting, and foreign currency translation will be examined.
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ACC 530 - Accounting Cases and Simulations, 3 credit hours
The role of accounting is to provide information to investors, policy-makers, regulators, and other decision-makers to facilitate the allocation of resources in society.
The goal of this course is to apply accounting theories to realistic cases in order to prepare students for the dynamics of real-world professional accounting practices: diagnosing problems and issues (often in the face of significant uncertainty), analyzing relevant information, making responsible and ethical decisions, and reporting decision results and recommendations.
This course covers all areas of accounting expertise and focuses on analytical techniques, providing hands-on experience to develop skills with select business analysis technologies.
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ACC 548 - Accounting for Business Decisions, 3 credit hours
This course is designed to enhance a manager’s understanding in the use of accounting for business decisions. Emphasis is placed on “a day in the life” of a manager and the many interactions with internal and external auditors and others seeking information regarding company financial results, dependency and usage of accounting information systems, and the various analytic techniques that can be applied to the company’s financial data.
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ACC 568 - Financial Statement Analysis, 3 credit hours
This course will demonstrate the relevance of financial statement analysis and equip students with the analytical tools necessary for informed decision making.
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ACC 578 - Principles of Fraud Examination, 3 credit hours
This course is centered around understanding occupational fraud. Who is the most likely perpetrator of fraud in the workplace? Doesn’t a strong set of internal controls stop fraud from happening? What types of schemes do fraudsters commit? What is the Fraud Triangle? You will find answers for these questions and many more as we navigate throughout the course materials. The course culminates in the application of understanding workplace policies and how these policies help to prevent, detect or allow fraud to occur in the workplace.
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ACC 606 - Tax Theory, Research & Practice, 3 credit hours
This course develops students’ capacities to deliver tax services far more sophisticated and of much higher value-added than tax return preparation—that is, the ability to form sound professional judgements about the tax consequences of past and proposed transactions and events. This requires attaining firm understandings of tax theory and policy and of the law relevant to taxation, developing legal reasoning and tax law research skills, and becoming familiar with CPA tax practitioners’ professional responsibilities. This course accomplishes those goals while concurrently exposing students to the tax planning process.
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ACC 645 - Laws for Accountants, 4 credit hours
This course prepares students for success on the CPA exam sections which test business law-related content (Regulation, Business Environment and Concepts) and provides important foundation for a number of accounting topics (e.g., taxation, partnership accounting, accounting for hybrid instruments and derivatives) and facets of practice (e.g., professional responsibility, bond covenants, noncompete agreements, business and estate planning, reasoning from authoritative materials).
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ACC 690 - Accounting Capstone BEC, 1.5 credit hours
Combining students’ classroom experience with Becker Review online instructions, this course prepares students for success on the CPA exam section which tests Business Environment & Concepts (BEC). In this 8 week long course, students will participate in pre-assessment, pre-lecture online video instruction, in-class discussion, and post-lecture evaluation to be prepared to sit in the BEC CPA exam section.
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ACC 691 - Accounting Capstone AUD, 1.5 credit hours
Combining students’ classroom experience with Becker Review online instructions, this course prepares students for success on the CPA exam section which tests Auditing & Attestation (AUD). In this 8 week long course, students will participate in pre-assessment, pre-lecture online video instruction, in-class discussion, and post-lecture evaluation to be prepared to sit in the AUD CPA exam section.
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ACC 695 - Accounting Capstone FAR, 1.5 credit hours
Combining students’ classroom experience with Becker Review online instructions, this course prepares students for success on the CPA exam section which tests Financial Accounting & Reporting (FAR). In this 8 week long course, students will participate in pre-assessment, pre-lecture online video instruction, in-class discussion, and post-lecture evaluation to be prepared to sit in the FAR CPA exam section.
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ACC 696 - Accounting Capstone REG, 1.5 credit hours
Combining students’ classroom experience with Becker Review online instructions, this course prepares students for success on the CPA exam section which tests Regulation (REG). In this 8 week long course, students will participate in pre-assessment, pre-lecture online video instruction, in-class discussion, and post-lecture evaluation to be prepared to sit in the REG CPA exam section.
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ACC 698 - Independent Study, 1-6 credit hours
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ACC 706 - Accountability of Financial Resources, 3 credit hours
This course emphasizes the use of the accounting system to provide decision-making information to the manager. Cost accounting data are applied to management models of the firm, especially those models dealing with alternative choice situations such as pricing, factor and product combinations and capital budgets. Financial principles and analysis are coupled with accounting data for specialized types of business situations requiring executive decisions. Case problems provide the basis for intensive study of the subject area.
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AFR 200D - Introduction to Africana Studies, 3 credit hours
This course will introduce students to the study of African societies through the lens of the legacy of the slave trade, colonial rule, and national development since independence, with special focus on West Africa. Contemporary African politics, economies, and the emerging role of select countries in global politics will be examined. The contemporary social, economic, and political status of Africans and descendants of the African diaspora in the Western Hemisphere will be analyzed in this historical context, with special attention to the diaspora communities in the U.S.
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AFR 263I - Seminar, 1-4 credit hours
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ASW 110W - Personal Wellness, 1 credit hour
Course designed as a computer course that includes a comprehensive health risk assessment, nutrition, dietary assessment, substance use and abuse and other aspects of personal wellness as developed especially for the course.
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ASW 121W - Jazz I Practicum, 1 credit hour
Corequisite(s): This course also has a required studio component in addition to regular class times.
This is a beginning level course designed to introduce students to the fundamentals and of jazz dance technique. In addition to physical skills, students will learn awareness of the body.
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ASW 123W - Tap I Practicum, 1 credit hour
Corequisite(s): This course also has a required studio component in addition to regular class times.
This is a beginning level course designed to introduce students to the fundamentals and of tap dancing. Rudimentary elements of tap will be taught.
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ASW 131W - Physical Activities/Dance Technique, .5-1 credit hour
These courses deal with the development of skills and knowledge of sport, dance, fitness, and other movement activities. Courses are designed for one-half or one credit hour depending on the nature and skill level of the activity. Some courses may be offered on a minimester schedule while others are offered for a full semester. No course may be repeated for credit except at a more advanced level. Specific courses are listed in the course schedule for each term.
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ASW 133W - Physical Activities/Dance Technique, 1-2 credit hours
These courses deal with the development of skills and knowledge of sport, dance, fitness, and other movement activities. Courses are designed for one-half or one credit hour depending on the nature and skill level of the activity. Some courses may be offered on a minimester schedule while others are offered for a full semester. No course may be repeated for credit except at a more advanced level. Specific courses are listed in the course schedule for each term.
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ASW 150W - Lifetime Leisure Activities, 2 credit hours
This course provides practice and methods for participating in lifetime leisure activities. Physical Education students enrolled in this course will be exposed to various activities providing knowledge and application of skills enabling students to participate in activities for a lifetime. Includes activities such as walking, jogging, golf, tennis, outdoor activities, racquetball, pickleball, badminton, ping pong and disc golf.
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ASW 151W - Team Games, 2 credit hours
This course provides practice and methods for participating in, officiating, and observing various team games. Physical Education students will be exposed to the skills, tactics, officiating procedures, and overall participation requirements for various team games. Invasion games such as basketball, flag football, soccer, Net games such as volleyball, badminton, pickle ball and Striking games such as softball and team hand ball are played.
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ASW 152W - Fitness and Physical Activity, 2 credit hours
This course provides practice and methods for participating in physical activity and fitness activities. Physical Education students will be exposed to various activities providing the necessary components for leading to a healthy and active lifestyle. Instruction and assessment of fitness based activities appropriate for lifelong health and fitness will be provided. Includes activities such as aerobic fitness, strength/resistance training, health-related concepts and the use of technology.
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ASW 201 - AHSW Leadership and Professional Mapping, 1 credit hour
Notes: Registration limited to declared Allied Health, Sport & Wellness majors or by permission of Chair. To be completed by end of sophomore year. This course does not count toward the Wellness core requirement.
A survey course designed to introduce the nature of study, interrelationships, and career options related to academic disciplines and programs associated with pre-allied health/pre-physical therapy, exercise science, physical activity and recreation administration, and community health promotion. Recommended to be taken in the freshman or sophomore year.
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ASW 202 - Principles of Sports Medicine, 3 credit hours
This introductory course in sports medicine exposes students to the field with emphasis on the profession of athletic training. The roles and duties of the athletic trainer are discussed in relationship to the current job settings of the profession and interactions with other healthcare providers. Care and prevention of injuries/ illness are presented along with basic practical experience in prevention, assessment and treatment. Students are also introduced to the administrative skills and professional responsibility required of an allied healthcare professional.
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ASW 205 - First Aid and Emergency Care Techniques, 3 credit hours
Notes: Additional administrative/certification fee required.
Prerequisite(s): Must be a declared Exercise Science , Pre-Allied Health/Pre-Physical Therapy Major, or Sports Medicine , Athletic Coaching Minor.
Recognizing various types of illnesses, emergency and stress situations and the ability to care for an injured person until advanced professional help arrives are among the topics explored in this course. The course will address the care rendered to be basic first aid, as well as the more advanced emergency management techniques used by pre-hospital healthcare providers. Emphasis will be given to prevention and recognition of illness/injury, the rendering of physical and psychological care, as well as the necessity for a team approach to emergency situations. ASW-205 is not applicable to the ASW Wellness Core requirement.
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ASW 206 - Medical Terminology, 2 credit hours
This course is an introduction to the field of medical terminology, the language of the medical profession and its allied health professions. Emphasis is on understanding basic medical terms and how they are used in communicating, documenting and reporting patient care procedures. Practical applications are provided by exercises and medical record analyses.
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ASW 207W - Nutrition for Daily Living, 3 credit hours
An introduction to the study of basic nutrition including macro and micronutrients. Course focuses on nutrition for healthy individuals throughout the stages of the life cycle with emphasis on personal diet planning.
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ASW 209 - Research Design & Statistics in Sport Sciences, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): ASW 201 and Core Math.
This course is designed to acquaint students with the study and principles of qualitative and quantitative research methods; the application of research principles to health and human performance; the understanding of proper research design especially as it might relate to human subjects; and procedures to ensure ethical treatment of subjects. Furthermore, students will have working knowledge of basic statistics to determine appropriate testing parameters and interpretation of analysis using SPSS software upon completion of this course. This course fulfills the core quantitative extension requirement.
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ASW 211W - Nutrition for the Athlete, 3 credit hours
This course studies the scientific basis for sports nutrition and how it can be used to optimize performance. Emphasis will be on nutritional concepts related to the daily training, diet, and pre competition meal, energy utilization in exercise and recovery, body composition, use of nutrient supplements and ergogenic aids as well as the special needs of athletes.
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ASW 215 - Foundations of Health Education, 3 credit hours
A study of the purpose, scope and nature of health education through consideration of the philosophical and behavioral perspectives of the field. A search for and development of principles guiding the operation of health education in the schools, the community, and in public health agencies. The collaboration of school members, communities, and families will be considered during an evaluation of a Coordinated School Health Program (CSHP) as part of the plan for comprehensive school health education.
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ASW 216W - Family Relations, 3 credit hours
This course is designed to help the student gain understanding on the developmental stages of adult life choices regarding relationships, singlehood, marriage, and family life. Functions and structure of American family life are examined through the lens of theoretical family life frameworks with an emphasis on how the socio-ecological aspects of society impact American families.
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ASW 218W - Consumer Issues, 2 credit hours
Course involves the study of consumer issues affecting individuals and families. With special attention to consumer issues in health and wellness, the course focuses on consumer alternatives in the marketplace, consumer legislation, and the rights and responsibilities of the consumer.
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ASW 221W - Personal Health, 3 credit hours
The study of the health problems and concerns of young adults in America today. Although normally selected by members of the class, topics of study usually include stress management and emotional health, chemical dependency, sexual responsibility, nutrition, fitness, heart disease, cancer and the communicable diseases including the STDs and AIDS. With the focus on prevention, students are encouraged to make lifestyle choices conducive to lifelong wellness.
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ASW 222W - Community Health, 3 credit hours
A study of health problems affecting entire populations, particularly environmental pollution and toxic wastes, communicable disease control, and the health risks of community living. The course surveys how community action works to reduce such risks, while investigating the crisis in health care and the role of public health agencies in the business of health promotion and disease prevention.
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ASW 226 - Introduction to Recreation and Physical Activity, 3 credit hours
Corequisite(s): ASW 236
An introduction to the field of recreation and leisure studies including historical, philosophical and theoretical aspects of leisure, recreation and play, as well as an overview of the recreation profession and associated careers. A foundation course dealing with professional preparation for students who have an interest in the field of recreation/leisure studies; it includes recreation programming in various settings, commercial and tourism, therapeutic recreation, and parks.
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ASW 227 - Principles of Coaching, 3 credit hours
An introductory level course for those students preparing to enter a coaching career or be involved in the management and organization of an athletic program. Through the course the student will develop guidelines and principles helpful in organizing a successful athletic program. The course will emphasize an awareness of the demands of the coaching profession and explore issues and ethical considerations significant to coaching. Course will also include a review of requirements for the completion of a minor in athletic coaching.
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ASW 235 - Fitness & Health Promotion Program Management & Leadership, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): ASW 201 or consent of instructor
This course is designed to equip students with a series of management, promotion, and other administrative tools necessary to successfully operate health and/or fitness related programs. Encourages and enhances a student’s knowledge of proper group exercise instruction including assessment of certifications and a working knowledge of exercise leadership skills. Educates students on current standards to organize fitness facilities and exercise programs that are safe and effective in a variety of settings, including public and private sport/athletic facilities, recreation complexes, corporate fitness centers, and hospital wellness programs. While emphasizing worksite wellness and programming in the second half of the course, the basic principles are applicable to all types of facilities we will discuss and include needs assessments, program planning, implementation and evaluation.
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ASW 236 - Recreation & Physial Activity Practicum, 3 credit hours
Notes: Student lab fee= $50.
Prerequisite(s): ASW 201
Corequisite(s): ASW 226
A foundation lab course that will apply the theoretical aspects of leisure, recreation, and play. Students will gain exposure and experience leading recreation programming through structured lab sessions to occur at BW and off-campus.
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ASW 238 - Research & Development for Physcial Activity & Recreation National Certification, 3 credit hours
Notes: Student fee= $50.
Prerequisite(s): ASW 201
National Certifications serve to generate ongoing improvement in professions worldwide. The certification is an assurance that individuals have met the profession’s highest standards for best practices. A survey course designed to introduce the value, importance, process of obtaining national certification in the physical activity and recreation administration, exercise science, and community health promotion fields. Foundational study of current methods and practices of evaluation and research about Physical Activity & Recreation National Certifications is included. Recommended to be taken in the sophomore year.
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ASW 246W - Stress Management, 2 credit hours
This course will examine a comprehensive approach to stress management, focused on the balance and harmony of the mind, body, spirit, and emotions. Students will assess their personal stressors, develop an understanding of major causes of stress throughout their lifespan, and gain knowledge on stress management techniques premised on a holistic model.
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ASW 247 - History and Philosophy of Physical Activity and Recreation, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): ENG 131 and Sophomore or higher standing. Only Physical Activity and Recreation Administration Majors Permitted.
A course designed to study the historical and philosophical evolution of Physical Activity, Recreation and Sport. Students will examine the goals involved in the profession and how this knowledge forms the basis for the study of individual-, school- and community-based program development in these areas. This course fulfills the core writing extension requirement.
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ASW 259 - Faculty-Student Collaboration, Credit hours to be arranged
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ASW 263 - Special Topic Seminar, Credit hours to be arranged
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ASW 270 - Principles of Health Promotion, 3 credit hours
This course will introduce the student to comprehensive, evidence-based, and cost-effective health promotion strategies, policies, and programs. Through the consideration of the influences on health such as high-risk behaviors and socio-economic factors, students will learn to develop, implement, and evaluate health promotion and education programs for specific populations.
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ASW 280 - Introduction to Exercise Science, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): Declared Exercise Science, Pre-Allied Health/Pre-Physical Therapy, or Pre-Athletic Training majors. Second semester freshman or sophomore status.
This course will introduce majors to the field and profession of exercise science including certifications and career opportunities. Basic concepts related to exercise techniques, proper use of facilities and equipment, training, and program design will also be presented in this course. The lab activity component requires students to be participants in a variety of aerobic and anaerobic activities regularly.
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ASW 295 - Independent Study, 1-4 credit hours
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ASW 297X - Internship, Credit hours to be arranged
The for-credit internship registration process is handled via the Career Services Handshake platform. To register your internship for credit, please contact Career Services at career@bw.edu.
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ASW 300 - Evaluation Techniques in Sports Medicine, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): ASW 202 and BIO 203
This course is a study of the anatomical structures of upper and lower extremity as it relates to normal surface anatomy and injury pathology including bony landmarks, ligamentous tissue and musculotendinous structures. Students will also gain an understanding of the procedures governing the care and treatment of athletic injuries as they relate different regions of the body. Additional topics will include learning general orthopedic assessment skills, injury nomenclature, diagnosing techniques, and the evaluation of posture and gait. Laboratory experience is designed to demonstrate the application of various evaluation techniques and tools utilized in diagnosing regional dysfunctions.
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ASW 301W - Sport Exercise Conditioning and Program Design, 3 credit hours
The course will study the importance of physical fitness in sport. It will cover the basic principles of strength and cardiovascular conditioning related to creating aerobic and strength training programs to physically train individuals for peak performance. Lab sessions will be included.
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ASW 302 - Physiology of Exercise, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): BIO 203 and BIO 204
A study of the human body’s responses to the stress of physical exercise. Topics covered include metabolic, neuromuscular, cardiovascular and pulmonary adjustments to acute and chronic exercise.
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ASW 303 - Health and Physical Fitness Assessment Techniques, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite/Corequisite: ASW 302
Measurement of human metabolic responses to exercise in laboratory and field settings. Topics include ergometry, energy expenditure, body composition, blood pressure recording, lung function during exercise, PWC tests and graded exercise testing. Other health and fitness assessments may include muscular endurance, balance, posture and mobility to create safe and appropriate exercise programs.
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ASW 306 - Therapeutic Modalities with Lab, 4 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): BIO 203 , ASW 202
This lecture/lab course is a study of the various therapeutic modalities used in the treatment and care of injuries throughout the healing process. The principles and theories, the physiological responses, and various application methods of therapeutic modalities will be studied.
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ASW 310 - Medical Topics in Sports Medicine, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): BIO 203 & BIO 204
This course is designed to teach students in the recognition, evaluation, care and proper referral of general medical conditions and illnesses that affect the physically active. The course provides students with hands-on opportunities in the evaluation of the various bodily systems, pharmacology and the use of the otoscope, ophthalmoscope, and other diagnostic instruments commonly used by allied healthcare providers.
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ASW 312W - Substance Abuse/Chemical Dependency, 3 credit hours
Addiction and substance use disorders remains a major problem in our society today. This course will examine drugs and drug use from a variety of perspectives including behavioral, pharmacological, historical, and socio-ecological factors. Further, the course will discuss policy prevention strategies and the complexities of dependence and recovery.
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ASW 316 - Therapeutic Interventions, 4 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): ASW 202 and BIO 203
This course is a study of the principles and application of therapeutic interventions. The course content will focus the components of a restoration/rehabilitation program for various orthopedic injuries; including determinants of therapeutic goals, selection of various modalities and exercises, methods of recording progress and development of criteria for progression. Various therapeutic interventions will be studied in order to better understand the mechanical and psychological effects as well as proper utilization within a rehabilitation program as based on clinical best practices/research.
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ASW 317 - Nutrition Through the Life Cycle, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing and completion of ASW 207W or approval of the Chair. Completion of BIO 203 /204 recommended.
This 3 credit hour course addresses specific physiological changes, nutritional requirements, problems, interventions, common deficiencies and diet-related diseases of all age groups within the life cycle.
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ASW 319W - Child in the Family, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): ASW 216W or junior/senior standing
A study of the factors involved in the physical, cognitive, social and emotional development of children through a community and whole child approach to child development. Particular focus will be placed on external environmental factors influencing the development of children. Additional emphasis on child advocacy and policy development will also be a key component with practical applications to solve problems to deal with day-to-day issues facing families in our current society.
Semesters Offered: This course will be offered in alternate years.
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ASW 320W - Parenting, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): ASW 216W or junior/senior standing
This course will examine the issues pertaining to parenting in America, including cultural, social, and familial influences on the child and family. The study of Parenting structure and function are central themes and studied from theoretical family life frameworks.
Semesters Offered: This course will be offered in alternate years.
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ASW 321 - Adapted Physical Activity, 3 credit hours
A study of physical activity programming for individuals with physical, intellectual, and developmental disabilities. The course focuses on how to modify and adapt skills and activities for individuals with varying abilities to promote lifelong physical activity.
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ASW 323 - Outdoor Recreation & Education, 3 credit hours
The course is designed to introduce the fundamental principles, practices, and applications of outdoor recreation and education. International, national, state, and local outdoor recreation/education programs will be examined, including associated career opportunities. The course includes development of instructional materials and resources and will include active participation in selected outdoor recreation and education experiences. In addition, students will be exposed to the three main outdoor experiences including backpacking, paddle sports and recreational climbing.
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ASW 324 - Community Parks & Recreation Administration, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): ASW 226
The course is designed to include a study of the administration of community based parks and recreation agencies. Content will emphasize the value of recreational and leisure time pursuits, theory, and administration practices. Career opportunities in the recreation professions will also be explored.
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ASW 327 - Coaching, 2 credit hours
Strategy, techniques and coaching methods in competitive baseball, basketball, football, track and field, and volleyball are studied. Separate course are offered in the various sports; some coaching courses may be offered less frequently than once a year.
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ASW 328 - Skill Concept Development, 2 credit hours
This course is designed to provide coaches and students an explanation of the skill concepts surrounding performance techniques. This course will provide the opportunity to observe, analyze, develop and correct the skills of sport techniques for quality athletic performance.
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ASW 330W - Human Sexuality Education, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): Sophomore or higher standing or consent of instructor
A study of human sexuality in relation to oneself and others, this course explores sexual behavior and its impact on sexual health. The principle of sexual responsibility is a central theme guiding the development of decision-making skills leading to risk reduction and the prevention of unwanted intimacy, unwanted pregnancy, and disease. In addition to learning the content of sex education, students will practice and evaluate teaching strategies designed for effective Family Life Education.
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ASW 335 - Health Behavior Management, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): ENG 131 . Junior standing preferred. Must be an ASW Major or permission of instructor.
Introduction to key health behavior change theories and psychosocial determinants of health behaviors. Laboratory emphasis on communication, leadership, and group-process activities related to health behavior change theories and practices. This course fulfills the core writing extension requirement.
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ASW 352 - Motor Learning & Developmental Movement, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): ASW 201
This course includes a study of the psychological factors affecting the development of motor skills, learning theories and their application to motor skills, the nervous system, including perceptual mechanism, and the factors relating to the development of motor skills throughout the life cycle. Applications of conceptual principles to practical motor skill learning will be stressed.
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ASW 356 - Risk Assessment & Safety Management in Recreation, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): ASW 226
The purpose of this course is to develop an awareness of legal liability among community recreation and leisure providers and develop skills in managing risk within their organizations. In addition, the students will learn methods on how to offer quality leisure experiences with maximum public safety for participants and protection under the law for leaders, administrators, and organizations offering the recreation services.
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ASW 359 - Faculty-Student Collaboration, Credit hours to be arranged
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ASW 395 - Independent Study, 1-4 credit hours
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ASW 397X - Internship, Credit hours to be arranged
The for-credit internship registration process is handled via the Career Services Handshake platform. To register your internship for credit, please contact Career Services at career@bw.edu.
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ASW 402 - Kinesiology/Biomechanics, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): ASW 302
This course provides a background in the fundamental principles of mechanics used to analyze human movement. Emphasis is on both describing movement and understanding the internal and external forces acting on the body. Practical applications to injury prevention, rehabilitation, and performance improvement are provided by a combination of lecture and laboratory activities.
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ASW 403 - Health and Fitness Assessment Practicum, 1 credit hour
Prerequisite(s): Requires completion of ASW 280 and ASW 303 and declared Exercise Science major or approval of Academic Program Coordinator.
This practicum course provides the opportunity for Exercise Science students to apply the knowledge and skills acquired through their programs of study in an intentional and focused manner as prescribed by accreditation standards. In addition, students will enhance skills related to health and fitness assessments, exercise programming and effective communication with clients. A planned, supervised and evaluated practical experience that is relevant to the student’s program is an essential component of an exercise science professional degree program.
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