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MATH 304 Financial Mathematics (3)
Prerequisites: MATH 255
Mathematical theory of interest and its applications to loans, annuities, bonds and financial portfolios.
Three (3) hours lecture.
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MATH 305 Mathematics for the Public Schools (3)
Prerequisites: MATH 103 (or equivalent proficiency) and one other mathematics course MATH 101 or above.
A study of techniques appropriate for the teaching of mathematics. Student projects and 10 or more hours of classroom observation may be required. Grade of C (or better) necessary for teacher certification program when course is required.
Three (3) hours lecture.
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MATH 307 Abstract Algebra I (3)
Prerequisites:
Includes symbolic logic, sets, structure of number systems, introduction to group theory, survey of algebra and proofs of theorems.
Three (3) hours lecture.
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MATH 309 College Geometry (3)
Prerequisites: MATH 253 .
A careful treatment of Euclidean and non-Euclidean geometries with emphasis on a transformational point of view.
Three (3) hours lecture.
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MATH 310 Abstract Algebra II (3)
Prerequisites: MATH 307 .
A careful treatment of the structure of algebra, sets, relations, functions, with primary emphasis on group theory, rings integral domains, and fields.
Three (3) hours lecture.
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MATH 317 Mathematics for Physical Sciences I (3)
Prerequisites: or , MATH 255
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Three (3) hours lecture.
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MATH 318 Mathematics for Physical Sciences II (3)
Prerequisites: or
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Three (3) hours lecture.
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MATH 320 Special Topics (3)
Prerequisites: Specified by instructor.
Extended study in selected areas of mathematics. Specified topics to be announced and indicated by title on transcript. May be taken for credit repeatedly.
Three (3) hours lecture.
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MATH 321 Applied Linear Algebra (3)
Prerequisites: MATH 103
A computational treatment of systems of linear equations employing the concepts of linear transformations, matrices and determinants. Other topics covered include eigenvalues and eigenvectors.
Three (3) hours lecture.
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MATH 326 Undergraduate Teaching Assistant (1)
Prerequisites: Permission of Instructor
Supervised experience as instructional assistant for college courses in mathematics. Emphasis on applying modern pedagogical practices. Students will actively attend at least two lecture sections per week with additional time committed to assessment, course development, or tutoring. Repeatable for credit.
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MATH 331 Mathematical Software-Numerics (1)
Prerequisites: MATH 103 College Algebra
Introduction to software for doing numerical linear algebra and simulations.
Note: Technology Fee
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MATH 332 Mathematical Software-Symbolics (1)
Prerequisites: MATH 253
Introduction to software for doing symbolic manipulations and generation of exact closed-form solutions when they exist.
Note: Technology Fee
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MATH 333 Mathematical Software-Statistics (1)
Prerequisites:
An introduction to software for doing descriptive and inferential statistics.
Note: Technology Fee
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MATH 339 Mathematical Explorations (1)
Prerequisites: MATH 253 or consent of instructor.
Interesting but non-routine problems will be considered, especially those solvable with simple methods. May be repeated up to four times.
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MATH 404 Mathematical Probability and Statistics II (3)
Prerequisites: MATH 303 .
Continuation of MATH 303 . Includes introduction to limiting distributions, hypothesis testing, sufficient statistics, analysis of variance and non-parametric statistics.
Three (3) hours lecture.
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MATH 414 Special Methods in the Teaching of Mathematics (2)
Prerequisites: MATH 305 , one of the set- , , MATH 333 (may be taken concurrently)–and consent of instructor.
Observation (10 or more hours), methods, and media appropriate to the teaching of mathematics.
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MATH 420 Special Topics (3)
Prerequisites: Specified by instructor.
Extended study in selected areas of mathematics. Specified topics to be announced and indicated by title on transcript. May be taken for credit repeatedly.
Three (3) hours lecture.
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MATH 425 Linear Algebra (3)
Prerequisites: , MATH 321
Formal treatment of linear transformations, matrices and determinants. Other topics covered include vector spaces and eigenvalue theory.
Three (3) hours lecture.
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MATH 440 Independent Study (1-6)
Prerequisites: More than 11 hours in mathematics courses numbered 300 or above. Application must be made and approved by a committee before the student can register for independent study.
Students work on mathematical problems outside the scope of normal courses under minimal supervision. Student must give an oral presentation and a written summary of project.
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MATH 451 Real Analysis I (3)
Prerequisites: MATH 219 and MATH 255
Utilizes the concepts of limit points and cluster points in the study of functions of one variable. Properties of continuous and differentiable functions. Riemann and Darboux integration, and sequences and series of functions are discussed.
Three (3) hours lecture.
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MATH 452 Real Analysis II (3)
Prerequisites: MATH 451
The study of metric and Banach spaces; integration theory including Riemann, Lebesgue, and Stieltjes integrals; and functional analysis.
Three (3) hours lecture.
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MATH 459 Numerical Analysis (3)
Prerequisites: CS 151 , MATH 253
Solutions of problems by numerical methods. Includes error analysis, polynomial approximations, numerical integration, and differentiation.
Three (3) hours lecture.
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MATH 480 Honors Courses (3)
Juniors and seniors who qualify for Honors Courses are offered the opportunity to study with individual members of the faculty. This is specialized study apart from conventional classroom work. Application must be made and approved by a committee before the student can register for the honors course.
Three (3) hours lecture.
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MATH 481 Honors Courses (3)
Juniors and seniors who qualify for Honors Courses are offered the opportunity to study with individual members of the faculty. This is specialized study apart from conventional classroom work. Application must be made and approved by a committee before the student can register for the honors course.
Three (3) hours lecture.
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Medical Technology |
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MDTH 460 Medical Technology Practicum (15)
Prerequisites: Departmental approval
Clinical laboratory science coursework taken at an accredited School of Clinical Laboratory Science.
Note: May be repeated for up to 30 credit hours.
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Music |
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MUS 101 Introduction to Music (3)
A general survey of western music from the Middle Ages to the present for students without a working knowledge of music fundamentals. Listening assignments, including attendance at selected concerts, may be included.
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MUS 106 Music Theory I (3)
Co-requisites: MUS 106A
Integrated theory course including part-writing, sight-singing and ear-training.
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MUS 106A Aural Theory I (1)
Co-requisites: MUS 106
Introductory aural skills class including sight-singing, and ear-training.
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MUS 107 Music Theory II (3)
Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in MUS 106 .
Co-requisites: MUS 107A
A continuation of Music Theory I.
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MUS 107A Aural Theory II (1)
Prerequisites: MUS 106A or consent of instructor.
Co-requisites: MUS 107
A continuation of Aural Theory I. Harmonic dictation, melodic dictation, and sight-singing.
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MUS 161 Class Piano I (1)
Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.
Keyboard skills course including grand staff reading, sight-reading, harmonization, transposition and beginning level piano repertoire in a classroom situation.
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MUS 162 Class Piano II (1)
Prerequisites: MUS 161 with a grade of C or better; consent of instructor.
A continuation of MUS 161 with additional studies in scales, arpeggios and cadences.
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MUS 204 Music Skills and Materials for the Classroom Teacher (1)
A course in the fundamentals of music as introduced in the general elementary classroom by the classroom teacher in support of the music specialist. A basic study of the principles of Music Education and a survey of the available materials and appropriate procedures for the classroom teacher.
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MUS 206 Music Theory III (3)
Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in MUS 107 .
Co-requisites: MUS 206A
A continuation of Music Theory II.
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MUS 206A Aural Theory III (1)
Prerequisites: MUS 107A or consent of instructor.
Co-requisites: MUS 206
A continuation of Aural Theory II. Increasingly chromatic harmonic dictations, melodic dictations, sight-reading, and rhythmic exercises.
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MUS 220 Special Topics (1-3)
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MUS 300 Introduction to Music Education (3)
Prerequisites: EDUC 210 or consent of instructor.
An overview of the field of Music Education, the profession, and the nature of music teaching. Additional topics will include guitar, world music, and recorder.
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MUS 302 History and Analysis of Music I (3)
Prerequisites: MUS 107 and MUS 107A
A detailed survey of the historical and theoretical practices of music from the Pre-Christian through Baroque Eras.
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MUS 303 Music Education I - General (3)
Prerequisites: MUS 107 and MUS 107A
A study of teaching techniques and materials appropriate to grades PreK-5. Teaching required. Ten hours modeling a master teacher.
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MUS 304 Music Education II - Choral (3)
Prerequisites: MUS 107 and MUS 107A
A study of vocal and choral teaching techniques and materials for grades 5-12. Teaching required. Ten hours modeling a master teacher.
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MUS 305 Music Education III - Instrumental (3)
Prerequisites: MUS 107 and MUS 107A
A study of instrumental teaching techniques and materials appropriate to grade 5-12. Teaching required.
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MUS 306 History and Analysis of Music II (3)
Prerequisites: MUS 107 and MUS 107A
A detailed survey of the historical and theoretical practice of music from the Classic era through the present.
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MUS 320 Special Topics (1-3)
Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.
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MUS 329 Music Theory IV: Scoring and Arranging (3)
Prerequisites: MUS 206 and MUS 206A
A practical course in the rudiments of arranging and scoring for small and large instrumental and vocal ensembles, with additional studies in score analysis.
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MUS 329A Aural Theory IV (1)
Prerequisites: MUS 206A
Co-requisites: MUS 329
A continuation of Aural Theory III. Increasingly chromatic, harmonic dictations melodic dictations, sight-reading, and rhythmic exercises.
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MUS 410 Conducting and Rehearsal Techniques (3)
Prerequisites: MUS 107 and MUS 107A
A study of music teaching techniques, score and lesson preparation, conducting, and rehearsal strategies.
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MUS 420 Special Topics (1-3)
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MUS 425 Special Topics: Music (1-6)
Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.
Courses on various topics in music. Topics of study indicated on student’s transcript. May be taken for credit repeatedly.
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MUS 426 Special Topics: Music Education (1-6)
Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.
Courses on various topics in music education. Topics of study indicated on student’s transcript. May be taken for credit repeatedly.
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MUS 428 Special Topics: Studio Teaching (1-6)
Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.
Courses on various topics in studio teaching. Topics of study indicated on student’s transcript. May be taken for credit repeatedly. Teaching required.
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MUS 440 Independent Study (1-3)
Prerequisites: Successful completion of 90 or more semester hours and consent of instructor.
An opportunity for the student to enroll in a course of intensified study of a subject (mutually agreed upon by the student and the instructor) not normally covered in other courses.
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MUS 450 Internship (1-3)
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MUS 451 Collegiate Singers (1)
Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.
A select choral ensemble devoted to the artistic performance of choral music.
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MUS 453A Marching Band (1)
Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.
A wind and percussion ensemble which performs for college functions.
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MUS 453B Concert Band (1)
Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.
A large wind and percussion ensemble which performs transcriptions and original works.
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MUS 454A Concord Commanders (1)
Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.
Membership limited. An organization under faculty supervision which studies and performs literature from all styles of jazz and popular music.
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MUS 459 Chamber Music (1-6)
Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.
Various regularly scheduled small ensemble rehearsals in preparation for a performance. These groups will prepare music under the direction of a faculty member and will receive instruction in rehearsal techniques.
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MUS 460 Practicum (1-3)
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MUS 461 ConChords (1)
Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.
A small, select vocal ensemble which performs music in a wide variety of styles.
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Philosophy |
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PHIL 101 Introduction to Philosophy (3)
Examines the history of philosophical thought, and emphasizes developments in ethics, epistemology, metaphysics, aesthetics, political philosophy, and religion.
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PHIL 308 Logic (3)
An introduction to formal logic; the course examines the conditions for proper, clear, and effective reasoning and its real-world applications.
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PHIL 310 Epistemology (3)
A critical examination of the nature of knowledge, that is, the nature of our right to the beliefs which we possess, as well as the possibility, the basis, and the scope of knowledge.
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PHIL 312 Philosophy of Religion (3)
A critical examination of the existence and nature of God, reason, faith, and the experience of God, the efficacy of prayer, the problem of evil, miracles, and the afterlife.
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PHIL 314 Aesthetics (3)
Explores the traditional and contemporary approaches to the study of the arts and their relationship with particular values, including truth, goodness, and beauty.
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PHIL 316 Ethics (3)
A systematic analysis of the principles that guide human conduct. Topics include: nature and purpose of ethics; relativism and objectivism; the nature of values; utilitarian, deontological, and virtue ethics; the relationship between ethics and religion; and current discussions within the field today.
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PHIL 320 Special Topics in Philosophy (3)
A study of various topics in the field of philosophy. Topics are chosen in response to students’ interests
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PHIL 321 History and Philosophy of Science (3)
Prerequisites: PHIL 101 or PHIL 102 or consent of instructor.
A critical examination of the history and philosophy of the sciences and their methods. Topics include scientific revolutions, the unity of the sciences, and the nature of experimentation, explanation, and evidence.
Also listed as: HIST 321
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PHIL 331 Asian Philosophy (3)
A historical and critical examination of the philosophical traditions of India, China, Japan, and other Asian cultures. The course will focus on the development of the classical systems of Asian philosophy and their interaction with the philosophies of other cultures.
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PHIL 361 Biomedical Ethics (3)
This course explores debates on current issues in the field of biomedical ethics including abortion, assisted reproduction, genetic engineering, euthanasia, resource allocation, human and non-human animal experimentation, confidentiality, consent, and public policy. Students will read a series of articles on a particular issue each week of the semester, summarize the arguments in the debate, and then formulate their own conclusions.
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Physical Education |
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P ED 101M Personal Wellness (2)
Provides the student with the knowledge, skills and values to develop a basic personal fitness/wellness program that can be maintained for life.
Two hours lecture, one hour laboratory.
Note: Satisfies the General Education Physical Wellness Requirement.
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P ED 110 Introduction to Coaching and Wellness (1)
Students will be introduced to the basic concepts, instructional strategies, performance techniques, and job opportunities associated with the wellness degree program.
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P ED 117 Team Sports (3)
Consideration will be given to acquiring the basic knowledge, skills, strategy, and safety procedures necessary to participate in and teach beginning field hockey, softball, soccer, flag football, basketball, team handball, volleyball, and track and field, as well as others that may be added at the instructor’s discretion. This course is not required for physical education majors.
Note: Satisfies the General Education Physical Wellness Requirement.
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P ED 118 Individual Sports and Physical Activities (3)
Consideration will be given to acquiring the basic knowledge, skills, strategy, and safety procedures necessary to participate in and teach beginning golf, archery, bowling, badminton, racquetball, tennis, weight training, skiing, jogging/walking, in-line skating, hiking, biking, and other outdoor athletic pursuits. This course is not required for physical education majors.
Note: Satisfies the General Education Physical Wellness Requirement.
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P ED 207 Anatomy and Physiology (3)
An introduction to knowledge of the normal development, structure and function of man.
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P ED 220 Special Topics (1-3)
Coursework of current interest in the area of physical education offered occasionally according to University guidelines and the Department of Human Performance. Topics of study indicated on the student’s transcript. Repeatable up to three times for a maximum of 9 credit hours.
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P ED 230 Seminar (1-3)
On various topics in physical education.
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P ED 238 Lifetime Physical Education (3)
Prerequisites:
Co-requisites: P ED 239
Teacher candidates will be introduced to and demonstrate the basic concepts, instructional strategies and performance techniques associated with participating in and teaching outdoor leisure, gymnastics, rhythms, and swimming activities.
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P ED 239 Physical Education Pedagogy (3)
This course examines the pedagogical teaching skills to be used in the PreK-Adult curricula, emphasizing the common content knowledge applied during the teaching process.
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P ED 240 Independent Study (1-3)
Consists of advanced study topics and/or research in physical education.
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P ED 241 Team Sports in Physical Education (3)
Prerequisites: P ED 239
Teacher candidates will be introduced to and demonstrate basic knowledge, skills, strategy and safety procedures necessary to participate in and teach softball, soccer, flag football, basketball, volleyball, and other team sports that may be added at the instructor’s discretion.
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P ED 242 Individual Sports in Physical Education (3)
Co-requisites:
Teacher candidates will be introduced to and demonstrate the basic knowledge, skills, strategy, and safety procedures necessary to successfully participate in and teach archery, badminton, bowling, golf, frisbee, shuffle board, tennis, weight training, and fitness, as well as other activities that may be added at the instructor’s discretion as a recreational lifetime activity.
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P ED 250 Internships (1-6)
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P ED 260 Sophomore Practicum (3)
The course is a directed field experience designed to help the student gain initial experience in a variety of sport settings. The student will assist with home sporting events in the spring including pre, during, and post game administration. A required 150 hour practicum experience in the spring spring semester.
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P ED 307 Assessment in Health and Physical Education (3)
Prerequisites: P ED 239
Designed to provide teacher candidates the knowledge and skills necessary to create and implement an assortment of assessment tools. An emphasis will be placed on utilizing a variety of instructional technologies in the assessment process.
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P ED 320 Special Topics (1-3)
Using the American Sports Education Program, participants will receive formal instruction in the areas of sport science, sport first aid, drugs and sports. Provides the individual the opportunity to receive coaching certification by meeting national testing standards required by West Virginia legislation and the West Virginia Secondary Schools Activities Commission, governing body for high school athletics in the state.
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P ED 330 Seminar (1-3)
On various topics in physical education.
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P ED 340 Independent Study (1-3)
Consists of advanced study topics and/or research in physical education.
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P ED 350 Internships (1-6)
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