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FYE 100 - First-Year Experience, 3 credit hours
The FYE seeks to serve the whole student. The academic seminar helps students become acclimated to the academic life of the university while the transition portion of the FYE introduces students to the resources and life of the campus community. The academic seminar is on a topic designed to engage first-semester students, regardless of major/minor, in the exchange of ideas. Topics vary by section. The FYE will help students develop intellectual curiosity, critical thinking skills, and the ability to communicate clearly in writing with an emphasis on the writing process. The transition portion of the course engages students in topics that will help them succeed at BW.
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FYE 100H - Honors First-Year Experience, 3 credit hours
The FYE seeks to serve the whole student. The academic seminar helps students become acclimated to the academic life of the university while the transition portion of the FYE introduces students to the resources and life of the campus community. The academic seminar is on a topic designed to engage first-semester students, regardless of major/minor, in the exchange of ideas. Topics vary by section. The FYE will help students develop intellectual curiosity, critical thinking skills, and the ability to communicate clearly in writing with an emphasis on the writing process. The transition portion of the course engages students in topics that will help them succeed at BW.
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French |
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FRN 050I - Independent Study, 1-4 credit hours
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FRN 101 - Elementary French I, 4 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): None. Appropriate course for beginners. Students with more than two years of high school French must have special permission of the instructor to register for FRN 101.
French 101 is a class for students with no experience in the language, or for students with a 1 to 2 year high school experience. Depending on the level of the students, and the program they followed in high school, FRN 102 can be a better entry point for the study of the language. Basic conversation, reading, listening and writing skills are taught at the 101 level. Students learn regular verbs ending in “er” and some irregular verbs: to be, to have, to do, to go, etc. Present and past tenses, basic negations, questions, adjective usage are also part of the 101 core. Main conversation topics include: introducing oneself, talking about food, family, telling time, and different actions in the present and past tenses.
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FRN 102 - Elementary French II, 4 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): FRN 101 or equivalent
French 102 is a continuation of the first-year experience in the language. FRN 101 is required or at least 2 years high school experience. Students who desire to enter the 102 level without taking 101 should acquire the textbook used in the 101 level and review the chapters covered in that class (contact instructor for more information). More of the basic conversation, reading, listening and writing skills are taught at the 102 level. Students learn more regular and irregular verbs. Future, subjunctive and more past tenses are introduced as well as grammar items such as question formation and pronoun usage. Main conversation topics include: talking about television, hobbies, and cultural aspects of the French speaking world.
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FRN 201 - Intermediate French I, 4 credit hours
Notes: Required of all French majors
Prerequisite(s): FRN 102 or equivalent. FRN 201 is an appropriate entry point for most students with more than two years of solid high school French.
French 201 is foremost a review of some of the basic grammar items covered in a first-year French University class (101 and 102) with an emphasis on exceptions to rules and new vocabulary items to improve conversation skills. Most high school students who have studied the language for 3 years or more can enter this specific level of the (language during their freshmen year in University. Conversation, reading and writing skills are taught in order for students to improve their knowledge and usage of the language. New students should realize that 3 to 4 year high school experience prepare them well for the level of French used in the classroom. French 201 reviews and improves usage of regular verbs (like “parler” “finir” “repondre”) and some of the irregular verbs (to be, to have, to go, etc.,). Adjectives, articles, basic question patterns, and numbers form also the core of the review and improvement taught in the class. A typical 201 level class helps students to go back into the language after their summer break.
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FRN 202 - Intermediate French II, 4 credit hours
Notes: Required of all French majors
Prerequisite(s): FRN 201 or equivalent.
French 202 is a continuation of the second-year experience in the language. FRN 201 or at least 3-4 year high experience is required to enter the class. Students who get permission from the instructor to enter the 202 level without taking 201 will be asked to acquire the textbook used in the 201 level and review the chapters covered in that class (contact instructor for more information). Students need to understand that entering a 202 level requires a good understanding of spoken French as well as the ability to write and express oneself in the language. Students entering this specific level will join a group of their peers who have used and reviewed the language at the 201 level with exercises in conversation, reading, listening and writing skills. French 202 reviews and improves the use of subjunctive, conditional and future tenses. Complex sentences, questions and prepositions use are also part of the curriculum.
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FRN 221I - French Conversation, 3 credit hours
Notes: Required of all French majors
Prerequisite(s): FRN 202 or equivalent.
Intensive practice in the spoken idiom, phonetics, developing fluency of expression and establishing basic conversational vocabulary.
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FRN 240I - Contemporary France, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): None. Given in English, with no prior study of French expected. May be taken for major credit if out-of-class research and reports are done in French.
A study of ongoing and developing events, in any field, which present themselves in France and Francophone countries. The course also includes readings in and discussions of the French national character and examples of intercultural miscommunication.
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FRN 250 - Techniques of Translation, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): FRN 202 or equivalent
A brief introduction to the theories of translation, followed by practical experience in translating various materials, such as news items, magazine articles, technical information and literature, with an effort to produce translations from English to French and from French to English of publishable quality.
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FRN 260 - Commercial French, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): FRN 202 or equivalent
An introduction to the French commercial enterprise, with particular emphasis on technical and commercial terminology. Practice in business correspondence.
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FRN 263 - Seminar, 1-4 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): FRN 202 or permission of instructor
A close study of a selected topic in French. May be repeated if a different topic is offered. Depending on the topic this class may substitute for courses required of the French minor and major.
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FRN 275I - Introduction to Literature, 4 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): FRN 202 . Required of all French majors
An introduction to literary study, treating major authors and literary genres from various periods.
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FRN 310I - Civilization I, 3 credit hours
Notes: Required of all French majors
Prerequisite(s): FRN 202 .
A study of French culture, society, history and arts, from the origins of France Through the Third Republic.
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FRN 311I - Civilization II, 3 credit hours
Notes: Required of all French majors
Prerequisite(s): FRN 202 .
A continuation of the study of French civilization, with emphasis on contemporary France, its society, its institutions and the French mentality today.
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FRN 335I - Advanced Grammar & Composition, 4 credit hours
Notes: Required of all French majors
Prerequisite(s): FRN 202 .
Advanced work in grammar with an emphasis on French composition and stylistics.
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FRN 350 - Special Methods Language Teaching, 3-4 credit hours
Required of all students seeking a license to teach. See EDU 350-357 .
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FRN 375I - Survey of French Literature I, 3 credit hours
Notes: Required of all French majors
Prerequisite(s): FRN 275I .
A study of French literature from the Middle Ages through the 18th Century.
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FRN 376I - Survey of French Literature II, 3 credit hours
Notes: Required of all French majors
Prerequisite(s): FRN 275I
A study of French literature of the 19th and 20th Centuries.
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FRN 463 - Seminar, 1-4 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): Advanced standing and permission of instructor
FRN 463 is intended to be a capstone seminar which builds on a significant understanding of French Studies. Topics may vary. Students may take the course twice if different topics are offered.
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Geology |
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GEO 104 - Geology of National Parks, 4 credit hours
An introduction to the geology of selected national parks and monuments of the United States, emphasizing basic geologic principles and processes illustrated by the geology of each area. Three lecture sessions and one lab per week.
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GEO 111 - The Dynamic Earth, 4 credit hours
A study of the origin and nature of minerals and rocks as well as the dynamic processes acting on and in the earth (erosion, sedimentation, volcanism, plate tectonics) and their results as reflected in topography and earth structure. Three lecture sessions and one lab per week. One Saturday or Sunday field trip required.
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GEO 121I - Physical Geography, 4 credit hours
An introduction to some of the physical features and processes of the earth and their significance in relation to many of the activities and problems of humans in the modern world. Three lecture sessions and one lab per week.
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GEO 150 - Regional Geology & Geography, 2 credit hours
An introduction to physical and historical geology as well as physical geography of selected areas. Basic geologic principles and processes will be illustrated by the geology of the area of interest. Two lecture sessions per week.
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GEO 163 - Geology Seminar, 1 credit hour
This course consists of study, discussion and demonstration of special topics. One class session per week.
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GEO 200 - Science, 2-4 credit hours
An interdisciplinary approach to a topic of scientific interest. Course content is determined by the topic chosen.
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GEO 205 - Geographic Information Systems, 3 credit hours
A course designed to provide a better understanding of spatial information, its purpose, and its display. It explores the use of maps and compasses, Global Positioning System (GPS), and Geographic Information System (GIS).
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GEO 212 - Earth History, 4 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): GEO 104 or GEO 111 or BIO 122
An introduction to the geologic history of the earth including the evolutionary development of prehistoric organism which inhabited the earth as well as the evolution of the earth’s geosphere, hydrosphere and atmosphere. Three lecture sessions and one lab per week. One field trip required.
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GEO 223 - Geology of Northeast Ohio Rivers and Their Environment, 3 credit hours
This course utilizes the resource of our local rivers (Rocky River, Cuyahoga River etc.) and their valleys to teach principles of geology and geography. Students will meet in the Metro parks or Cuyahoga Valley National Park on most class days.
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GEO 227 - Environmental Geology, 3 credit hours
Provides students with a basic understanding of Earth systems (biosphere, atmosphere, etc.), their interaction, and the relationship between humans and the Earth, including value, limits, and threats to Earth’s resources. This course will address topics such as climate change, energy resources, soil and water use and resources, environmental degradation, and waste disposal.
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GEO 229 - Oceanography, 3 credit hours
A study of the physical aspects of the oceans starting with the ocean floor continuing to the chemical make up of the water, the currents, and movement of the waves. The ocean environment and relationship between the ocean and the atmosphere will be included.
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GEO 315 - Hydrology, 4 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): GEO 104 or GEO 111 or GEO 121I
This course covers all aspects of the hydrologic cycle, including precipitation, stream discharge, groundwater flow, and surface runoff. Human influence on the hydrologic cycle, contaminant transport, and hydrologic statistics will also be addressed, with special attention given to data collection and analysis in the field and laboratory settings.
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GEO 316 - Soils and Geomorphology, 4 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): GEO 104 or GEO 111 or GEO 121I
This course examines the physical and environmental aspects of surface processes and soil development, including a detailed study of landform analysis and the physical structure of soils. Laboratory work will include basic landform mapping, soil profile description, field sampling techniques, and stream geomorphology, and will culminate with a group project on local soils and geomorphology.
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German |
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GER 050I - Independent Study, 1-4 credit hours
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GER 101 - Elementary German I, 4 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): None. Appropriate course for beginners. Students with more than two years of high school German must have special permission of the instructor to register for GER 101.
German 101 begins with an introduction to basic vocabulary, from numbers and greetings through foods and furniture to travel topics. Class time is used to practice speaking and listening skills, where you can expect to respond to questions, do numerous pair exercises and participate in role playing. Students learn about the gender of nouns and pronouns, the nominative, accusative and dative cases and the use of prepositions. Regular and irregular verbs in both the present and present perfect tenses are taught as well as modal auxiliary verbs. Among others, the basic functions of asking and giving personal information, making a purchase, ordering in a restaurant, and giving directions are stressed in written homework as well as in oral work in class. The reading assignments and supplements to the book provide interesting cultural information about the German-speaking countries.
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GER 102 - Elementary German II, 4 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): GER 101 or equivalent.
German 102 reviews the student’s basic knowledge of the nominative, accusative and dative cases and introduces the genitive. Students will be taught how to tell stories in the simple past tense, use attributive adjectives, make comparisons, use the future tense, form sentences in passive voice, and to use the subjunctive to indicate conjecture. Discussion topics include sports and leisure, overnight lodging, entertainment, the German school system, fairy tales and German history. Written practice comes mainly in the form of homework, and time in class concentrates on practicing speaking and listening. The textbook is supplemented with educational language videos, recorded music and interactive small group exercises.
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GER 201 - Intermediate German I, 4 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): GER 102 or equivalent. Appropriate entry point for most people who have had more than two years of solid high school German. Required of all German majors and minors.
This first level of the intermediate sequence reviews the basic skills which you acquired in your elementary language study and expands upon them. Although a thorough review of all grammar is given, special attention is paid to the following difficult areas of grammar: adjective endings, past tenses, relative pronouns. The exercises are designed to increase your ability to read, write, speak and understand German. You will be given a selection of authentic reading assignments which are appropriate for your level, and which deal with topics of German-speaking culture and life in Europe. Role play, pair work and writing assignments ask for your personal, creative reaction to the readings. All class discussions, readings and written assignments are in German, but do not require an advanced level of language ability.
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GER 202 - Intermediate German II, 4 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): GER 201 or equivalent. Required of all German majors and minors.
German 202 is a continuation of the intermediate level and builds upon the reading, speaking and writing skills practice in GER 201 and continues to strengthen accuracy with an investigation of grammar including relative pronouns, the subjunctive I and II and the passive voice. GER 202 is the prerequisite for advanced level German language classes. Classroom discussions and written assignments center on authentic literary and cultural texts of varying length. The course is taught in German. Class work provides listening and speaking practice while homework affords the chance to sharpen writing skills.
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GER 221I - German Conversation, 2 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): GER 202 or consent of the instructor. Required of all German majors.
Intensive practice in speaking and vocabulary building. May be repeated for credit.
Semesters Offered: Offered alternate years.
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GER 240I - Contemporary Germany, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): None, taught in English
A discussion of the social, political and artistic trends in contemporary German speaking countries. Students may receive language credit if their reading and papers are done in German. This course may be offered in the eight week minimester format. In addition, this course is used as a preparatory course for study abroad programs, such as “Germany Rocks!”.
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GER 250I - Techniques of German Translation, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): GER 202 .
A brief introduction to theories of translation, followed by practical experience translating various texts. Most assignments will be translations from German to English.
Semesters Offered: Offered in alternate years.
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GER 260I - Commercial German, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): GER 202 .
An introduction to commercial terminology in German plus cultural study of the institutions needed for business. Students also learn the rudiments of German business correspondence and telephone etiquette. Considerable time will be devoted to modern German culture as it determines the nature of business with Germans.
Semesters Offered: Offered in alternate years.
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GER 263I - Seminar, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): GER 202 .
A foundational course, similar to GER 275I , in which students use and build upon their language skills to be able to understand and analyze literary texts. GER 263I is a close study of a selected topic in German. May be repeated if a different topic is offered. Depending on the topic, this class may substitute for courses required of the German minor or major. All work is done in German and this course may serve as a prerequisite for GER 375I and 376I .
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GER 275I - Introduction to German Literature, 4 credit hours
Notes: Required of all German majors.
Prerequisite(s): GER 202 or equivalent.
This foundational course will further your practical linguistic and cultural understanding of German while giving you an introduction to German literature. While honing their language to understand and analyze literary texts from several of the major literary movements, Students will read a variety of genres and authors from works of various periods and seek to understand and interpret them in their cultural and historical context. All reading, discussion and writing is done in German.
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GER 310I - German Civilization, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): GER 202 .
A sweeping survey of the historical and cultural development of the German nation from the Germanic tribes to the ultimate formation of the Federal Republic of Germany. Strong emphasis is placed on European history and Germany’s central role in Western Civilization. Readings are heavily supplemented by historical, documentary films. All work is done in German. Required of all German majors.
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GER 335I - Advanced Composition and Conversation, 4 credit hours
Notes: Required of all German majors.
Prerequisite(s): GER 202
This popular course seeks to fine tune the student’s command of German with an advanced review of German grammar. With an emphasis on oral and written communication, this course clears up a number of particularly challenging grammar points, gives a comprehensive explanation of modal particles and offers targeted vocabulary used to express opinions and regulate discussions. Expect numerous written assignments and daily oral exercises in class.
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GER 350 - Special Methods Language Teaching, 3-4 credit hours
Notes: Required of all students seeking a license to teach German.
See EDU 350-357 .
Semesters Offered: Not offered every year.
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GER 375I - Survey of German Literature I, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): At least one of GER 263I , GER 275I or GER 310I or permission of instructor.
This study of German literature will include works from the earliest periods to the beginning of the nineteenth century. GER 376I and 375I may be taken in any order.
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GER 376I - Survey of German Literature II, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): At least one of GER 263I , GER 275I or GER 310I or permission of instructor.
A survey of German literature from Romanticism to the 20th century. GER 376I and GER 375I may be taken in any order.
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GER 463I - Special Topics Seminar, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): Advanced standing and permission of instructor.
GER 463I is intended to be a capstone seminar which builds on a significant understanding of German Studies. Topics may vary. Students may take the course twice if different topics are offered. GER 463I is typically taken by juniors and seniors and is cross-listed with other courses.
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Health, Physical Education & Sport Sciences |
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HPE 050 - Independent Study, Credit hours to be arranged
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HPE 070X - Internship, Credit hours to be arranged
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HPE 110W - Personal Wellness, 1 credit hour
Course designed as a computer course that includes a comprehensive health risk assessment, nutrition, dietary assessment and other aspects of personal wellness as developed especially for the course. Required of all students for completion of HPE core.
Graded: S-U
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HPE 120W - Ballet I Practicum, 1 credit hour
Corequisite(s): This course also has a required lab component that meets in addition to regular class times.
This beginning level course is designed for students with little or no dance training. The class introduces students to the fundamentals of ballet technique by building a basic knowledge of vocabulary and skills. Students will learn, comprehend and execute movement while gaining an understanding of its relationship to music.
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HPE 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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HPE 122W - Modern 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 of modern dance technique and discover how that technique allows the body to articulate and express through movement. In addition to physical skills, students will gain a basic knowledge of the history and development of modern dance.
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HPE 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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HPE 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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HPE 132W - 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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HPE 133W - 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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HPE 141W - 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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HPE 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, bicycling, dance, and disc golf.
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HPE 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, ultimate, Net games such as volleyball, badminton, pickle ball and Striking games such as softball and team hand ball are played.
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HPE 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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HPE 182 - Introductory Practicum in Athletic Training, 1 credit hour
Prerequisite(s): Declared AT major and HPE 202 or concurrent enrollment in HPE 202 .
This course is designed to be an introduction to the principal and fundamental skills of athletic training. This introductory practicum course will provide students with exposure to the daily activities within the athletic training setting. Students will learn and apply fundamental athletic training skills while developing problem solving and critical thinking, as it relates to role of athletic trainers as healthcare providers. The course is designed to be in alignment with the second semester observation phase of the Athletic Training Program selection process. Students are required to fulfill a minimum of 35 clinical hours as a component of the course.
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HPE 201 - Orientation to HPE, 1 credit hour
Notes: Designed for students with declared HPE major. To be completed by end of sophomore year.
A survey course designed to introduce the nature of study, interrelationships, and career options related to academic disciplines and programs associated with physical education, health education, sport management, dance, and the areas of study included in sports medicine and exercise science. Recommended to be taken in the freshman or sophomore year.
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HPE 202 - Principles of Athletic Training, 2 credit hours
This is the introductory course in athletic training that exposes students to the profession. The duties of the athletic trainer are discussed in relationship to the current job settings of the profession. Care and prevention of athletic injuries are presented along with basic practical experience in injury assessment and treatment. Students are also introduced to the administrative skills required for a successful athletic training program.
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HPE 205 - First Aid & Safety Education, 2 credit hours
Notes: Additional administrative/certification fee required.
Prerequisite(s): Must be declared HPEA, HPEE, or HPES Major.
Recognizing various types of illnesses, emergency and stress situations and the ability to care for an injured person until professional help arrives are among the topics explored in this course. Emphasis is also given to rendering psychological first aid, developing splinting, bandaging and transportation proficiency. Also includes building an awareness of accident problems and ways to prevent potential accidents in the home, school, industrial or recreational environment. HPE 205 is not applicable to the HPE Core requirement.
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HPE 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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HPE 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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HPE 208 - Emergency Care Techniques for Athletic Trainers, 1 credit hour
Prerequisite/Corequisite: HPE 205 or concurrent enrollment in HPE 205 with consent of instructor. Course is open only to majors in athletic training or prior consent of the Athletic Training Program Director.
Course is designed to include content and procedures related to advanced emergency care techniques needed by athletic trainers. Emphasis is given to on field management of acute injuries.
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HPE 209 - Research Design & Statistics in Sport Sciences, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): HPE 201 and MTH 136 readiness
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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HPE 210W - Sustainable Food & Nutrition Choices, 2 credit hours
This course explores the links between nutrition and food and agricultural factors and the impact of these on the environment and human health. Students will be introduced to the concept of local and global food systems (production, processing, and distribution of food in order to obtain nutrients). Topics to be covered include: consequences of chemical contamination of food and food safety; issues of quality and quantity of drinking water; causes, effects, and solutions to malnutrition; issues and implications of global obesity; effects of food biotechnology on health; and options for sustainable dietary practices.
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HPE 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 precompetition 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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HPE 216W - Family Relations, 3 credit hours
A study of the developmental stages of family life from marriage through child bearing to the elderly years. Functions of families in America are studied, along with roles and interrelationships of family members, with emphasis on crises faced by families.
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HPE 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 market place, consumer legislation, and the rights and responsibilities of the consumer.
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HPE 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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HPE 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, particularly mental health care and the role of public health agencies in the business of health promotion and disease prevention.
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HPE 223 - The History of Sport, 2 credit hours
This course offers a study of history of American and International Professional, Recreational and Collegiate Sport. Primary areas of study include the historical significance of past events and how they have shaped the present development of professional, collegiate and recreational sports.
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HPE 226 - Introduction to Recreation and Leisure Studies, 2 credit hours
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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HPE 227 - Principles of Coaching, 2 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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HPE 230 - Physical Education Methods for Early Childhood and Elementary School, 3 credit hours
A study of the characteristics of children ages three through eight and prekindergarten through grade three with implications for the selection, adaptation and teaching of appropriate movement and rhythmic activities. The focus of the course is the understanding of such concepts as growth and development of a child, fundamental movement, movement exploration, perceptual motor skills, developmental movement, rhythmic development, and the integration of movement and rhythmics into other areas of the early childhood school curriculum. Attention is paid to the use of appropriate learning, teaching, and communication strategies that meet the needs of diverse learners. This is done through proper development of progressive lesson, behavior management, and assessment plans, and live teaching in area schools. The use of technology in Physical Education is introduced through compasses, pedometers, video, camera, and printer use, and modern video technology.
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HPE 232 - Physical Education Methods for Middle and High School, 3 credit hours
Designed to provide Physical Education students experience in the theory and practice of teaching middle and high school physical education. Students will analyze and apply developmentally appropriate content for physical education in grades 6-8 and 9-12. Students will design and implement lesson plans and assessments appropriate for middle and high school physical education. Further attention is paid to the use of appropriate learning, teaching, and communication strategies that meet the needs of diverse, young adult learners. This is done through continued development of progressive lesson, behavior management, and assessment plans, live teaching in area schools, as well as continued reflection by the candidate. The use of technology in Physical Education is introduced through body composition calipers, pedometers, video, camera, and printer use, orienteering equipment, outdoor physical education equipment and modern video technology.
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HPE 233 - Sport in Society, 3 credit hours
Notes: Cross-listed with SOC 250(I) .
This course is designed to encourage students to critically analyze how sport relates to general features of social relations and to provide insight into the institutional arrangements and cultural values of US society. The course is framed by a critical evaluative perspective, which provides opportunities for students to examine how social class, ethnicity, race and gender relations contour sport practices. The underlying assumption of the course is that sport practices can both reproduce and transform dominant ideologies and stereotypes existing in US society.
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HPE 243 - Introduction to Sport Management, 3 credit hours
This course is designed to be the foundation or introductory course for sport management majors. The historical development of sport management as a profession and as an academic discipline is traced. The diverse variety of opportunities in sport management is presented. Selected functional areas of contemporary sport management are surveyed relative to supervisory responsibilities of the sport management professional.
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HPE 245 - Health Behavior Management, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): HPE 201 and HPE Majors 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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HPE 246W - Stress Management, 2 credit hours
Stress affects people in a multitude of ways and we all experience stress, at varying levels, in our lives. This class will help us understand our stress and its effects on us, as well as provide management techniques, premised on a holistic model, to better aid us in addressing our stress-related concerns.
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HPE 259 - Faculty-student Collaboration, Credit hours to be arranged
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HPE 263 - Special Topic Seminar, Credit hours to be arranged
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HPE 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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HPE 281 - Practicum in Athletic Training I, 1 credit hour
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the AT Program
This course is designed to assist the second year Athletic Training student in understanding the connection between classroom instruction and clinical education while developing foundational behaviors of professional practice. Specific focus will be on athletic training standard operating procedures as well acute care of injury and illness with a focus on evidence-based practice.
Clinical hours, evaluations, and completion of specific competencies as mandated by the program’s accreditation are required components to the course.
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HPE 282 - Practicum in Athletic Training II, 1 credit hour
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the AT Program
This course is designed to assist the second year Athletic Training student in understanding the connection between classroom instruction and clinical education while developing foundational behaviors of professional practice. Specific focus will be on the introductory psychomotor proficiencies as well as clinical examination and diagnosis with a focus on evidence-based practice.
Clinical hours, evaluations, and completion of specific competencies as mandated by the program’s accreditation are required components to the course.
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HPE 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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HPE 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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HPE 303 - Health and Physical Fitness Assessment Techniques, 2 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): BIO 203 and BIO 204
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.
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HPE 304 - Health and Fitness Assessment Practicum, 1 credit hour
Prerequisite(s): Requires completion of HPE 303 and declared HPES 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, the students will enhance skills in assessment and EKG practical skills. 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. This opportunity can take place in a variety of agencies or organizations. Each program customizes practicum requirements to meet students’ needs.
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HPE 305 - Lower Extremity Evaluation, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): HPE 202 and BIO 203
This course is a study of the anatomical structures of the lower extremities 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 to the lower extremities. Additional topics will include learning general orthopedic assessment skills, injury nomenclature, diagnostic 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 lower extremity dysfunction. This course will also include practical evaluation of required competencies and proficiencies in the field of athletic training.
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HPE 306 - Therapeutic Modalities with Lab, 4 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): BIO 203 , HPE 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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HPE 307 - Upper Extremity Evaluation, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): HPE 202 , HPE 305 and BIO 203
This course is a study of the anatomical structures of the upper extremities 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 to the upper extremities, head, spine, thorax and abdominal regions. Laboratory experience is designed to demonstrate the application of various evaluation techniques and tools utilized in diagnosing upper extremity dysfunction. This course will also include practical evaluation of required competencies and proficiencies in the field of athletic training.
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HPE 308 - Athletic Training Administration, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): HPE 202 and junior/senior standing or consent of the instructor
A course designed to study the management and administration of athletic training programs in clinical, high school, University, professional and industrial settings. Facility requirements and development will be discussed along with personnel requirements and hiring. Time will be spent on the maintenance and utilization of medical records, liability and insurance requirements. Laws and practices related to pharmacology and the application of pharmacological concepts will also be examined. Standards and emergency operating procedures will be covered as will public relations and the use of computers and information technology in an athletic training environment.
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