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2021-2022 Academic Catalog June 1, 2021- May 31, 2022 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Exercise Science

  
  • EXSS 329 Motor Learning and Development

    (2)
    Examines the cognitive and neurophysiological processes underlying motor skill acquisition and performance; emphasis is on the application of this knowledge to the process of teaching motor skills.


(2)
  
  • EXSS 330 Exercise Science Seminar

    (1-3)
    On various topics in exercise science.


(1-3)
  
  • EXSS 340 Exercise Science Independent Study

    (1-3)
    Consists of advanced study, reading, and/or research in exercise science.


(1-3)
  
  • EXSS 350 Exercise Science Internship

    (1-6)
    Provides students with opportunities to develop skills, knowledge, theories, and techniques with procedures from the class work applied to field situations. Must be approved by faculty supervisor.


(1-6)
  
  • EXSS 360 Exercise Science Practicum

    (1-3)
    The course is a directed field experience designed to provide the student with an opportunity to apply skills, knowledge, and values of physical education and/or sports management in a variety of clinical settings. 


(1-3)
  
  • EXSS 401 Evaluation of Head, Neck and Spine Injuries

    (3)
    Prerequisites: BIOL 335  and BIOL 335L.
    This course entails the study of evaluation techniques of injuries to the head, neck, trunk, and spine.  Review of anatomy, injury recognition, muscle testing, treatment protocols and preventative measures are also examined.


    Two (2) hours lecture.
(3)
  
  • EXSS 401L Evaluation of Head, Neck, and Spine Injuries Lab

    (0)
    Prerequisites: BIOL 335  and BIOL 335L.
    Co-requisites: EXSS 401 .   

    This course entails the study of evaluation techniques of injuries to the head, neck, trunk, and spine.  Specifically, laboratory sessions are designed to introduce the learner to observation, palpation, manual muscle testing, range of motion, and special testing procedures utilized when evaluating injuries of the head, neck, trunk, and spine.


    Two (2) hours lab.
(0)
  
  • EXSS 402 Evaluation of Lower Extremity Injuries

    (4)
    Prerequisites: BIOL 335   and BIOL 335L.
    This course entails the study of evaluation techniques of injuries to the lower extremities and lower back. Review of anatomy, injury recognition, muscle testing, treatment protocols and preventative measures are also examined.


    Three (3) hours lecture.
(4)
  
  • EXSS 402L Evaluation of Lower Extremity Injuries Lab

    (0)
    Prerequisites: BIOL 335  and BIOL 335L.
    Co-requisites: EXSS 402 .   

    This course provides the learner with a practical application of concepts and techniques regarding the evaluation of injuries to the lower extremities and lower back. Specifically, laboratory sessions are designed to introduce the learner to observation, palpation, manual muscle testing, range of motion, and special testing procedures utilized when evaluating injuries of the lower extremities and lower back.


    Two (2) hours lab.
(0)
  
  • EXSS 403 Evaluation of Upper Extremity Injuries

    (4)
    Prerequisites: BIOL 335  and BIOL 335L.
    This course entails the study of evaluation techniques of injuries to the upper extremities. Review of anatomy, injury recognition, muscle testing, treatment protocols and preventative measures are also examined.


    Three (3) hours lecture.
(4)
  
  • EXSS 403L Evaluation of Upper Extremity Injuries Lab

    (0)
    Prerequisites: BIOL 335  and BIOL 335L.
    Co-requisites: EXSS 403 .   

    This course provides the learner with a practical application of concepts and techniques regarding the evaluation of injuries to the upper extremities and thoracic and cervical spines. Specifically, laboratory sessions are designed to introduce the learner to observation, palpation, manual muscle testing, range of motion, and special testing procedures utilized when evaluating injuries of the upper extremities.


    Two (2) hours lab.
(0)
  
  • EXSS 404 Therapeutic Modalities

    (3)
    Prerequisites: BIOL 335  and BIOL 335L.
    This course explains the use and theory of therapeutic modalities used for rehabilitation in the health care setting. The course will provide information that will thoroughly explain theory and principle behind therapeutic modality use.


    Three (3) hours lecture.
(3)
  
  • EXSS 404L Therapeutic Modalities Lab

    (0)
    Prerequisites: BIOL 335  and BIOL 335L.
    Co-requisites: EXSS 404  .   

    This course is designed to give the student an opportunity to practice the use of therapeutic modalities, as learned in the lecture portion of EXSS 404 . The student will have the laboratory opportunity to observe, practice and initiate therapeutic modality usage for different therapeutic purposes in an injured person. This will enable the student to get the hands-on experience to assist in their development and application of previously learned skills.


    Two (2) hours lab.
(0)
  
  • EXSS 405 Therapeutic Rehabilitation & Exercise I

    (4)
    Prerequisites: EXSS 402  and EXSS 402L .   
    This course explains the use and theory of therapeutic exercises, manual therapies, and exercise and rehabilitation equipment used in the sports medicine setting for rehabilitation and reconditioning of orthopedic injuries.


    Three (3) hours lecture.
(4)
  
  • EXSS 405L Therapeutic Rehabilitation & Exercise I Lab

    (0)
    Prerequisites: EXSS 402  and EXSS 402L 
    Co-requisites: EXSS 405 .  

    This course is designed to give the student an opportunity to practice the various therapeutic exercise techniques, as learned in the lecture portion of EXSS 405 Therapeutic Rehabilitation & Exercise I . The student will have the laboratory opportunity to observe and practice therapeutic exercises for different therapeutic purposes in an injured person. This will enable the student to get the hands-on experience to assist in their development and application of previously learned skills.


    Two (2) hours lab.
(0)
  
  • EXSS 406 General Medical, Pharmacological, and Radiological Concerns

    (3)
    Prerequisites: EXSS 314 
    Co-requisites: EXSS 406L.

    This course focuses on identifying and managing clinical pathologies, including systemic conditions, injuries, and illnesses that may affect participation and the general well-being of the physically active patient.  Content includes recognizing and differentiating signs and symptoms, emergency care, referral, radiological interpretation, and pharmacological concerns.  Emphasis is placed on the immune, cardiovascular, and pulmonary systems.


(3)
  
  • EXSS 406L General Medical, Pharmacological, and Radiological Concerns Lab

    (0)
    Prerequisites: EXSS 314 
    Co-requisites: EXSS 406 

    This lab focuses on developing the skills to identify, interpret and differentiate signs and symptoms related to clinical pathologies, including systemic conditions, injuries, and illnesses that may affect participation and the general well-being of the physically active patient.  Emphasis is placed on skills related to clinical evaluation, emergency care, and radiological interpretation of the immune, cardiovascular, and pulmonary systems.


(0)
  
  • EXSS 410 Strength and Conditioning

    (3)
    This course focuses on the development of strength and conditioning programs.  The adaption of strength training on the human body and the application of this process in designing resistance training programs.


(3)
  
  • EXSS 420 Exercise Science Special Topics

    (1-3)
    A specialized study of various topics and problems in the field of exercise science. Each offering of the course will be planned around a separate and different topic, chosen and designed by the individual instructor. 


(1-3)
  
  • EXSS 440 Exercise Science Independent Study

    (1-3)
    Consists of advanced study, reading, and/or research in exercise science. 


(1-3)
  
  • EXSS 450 Exercise Science Internship

    (1-6)
    Provides students with opportunities to develop skills, knowledge, theories, and techniques with procedures from the class-work applied to field situations. Must be approved by faculty supervisor. 


(1-6)
  
  • EXSS 460 Exercise Science Practicum

    (1-3)
    The course is a directed field experience designed to provide the student with an opportunity to apply skills, knowledge, and values of exercise science in a variety of clinical settings.  


(1-3)

Finance

  
  • FIN 200 Personal Financial Planning

    (3)
    To increase the ability of students to make informed financial decisions and to be able to conduct lifelong financial planning. Fundamental concepts covered include budgeting, debt management, time value of money, banking, investing (cars, houses, stocks, bonds, mutual funds, etc.), personal taxes, retirement planning (IRA, 401k, etc.) and insurance. 


(3)
  
  • FIN 205 Principles of Investing

    (3)
    An introduction to analysis of investment issues with individual investors as the central focus.  Quantitative skills required for the course will not exceed familiarity with basic arithmetic operations. 


    Note: The course is open to all majors.
(3)
  
  • FIN 311 Principles of Managerial Finance

    (3)
    Prerequisites: ACCT 205   and a 100 level or higher mathematics course.
    An introductory course focusing on financial analysis and planning, time value of money, valuation of bonds and stocks, capital budgeting, and other topics.


(3)
  
  • FIN 315 Intermediate Financial Management

    (3)
    Prerequisites: FIN 311 
    Analysis of conceptual issues critical to efficient financial management. Valuation, cost of capital, capital structure, dividend policy, capital budgeting, mergers and acquisitions are among the topics covered.


(3)
  
  • FIN 316 Investments

    (3)
    Prerequisites: FIN 311 
    An advanced course on investment management with the primary focus on stock investment. Topics will include markets, trading, valuation, fundamental and technical analysis, behavioral finance, efficient market theory, and portfolio management.


    Note: This course is restricted to students who have been accepted into the Department of Business or are in Concord academic programs that have made prior arrangements to include these courses in their curriculum requirements.
(3)
  
  • FIN 325 Bank Management

    (3)
    Prerequisites: FIN 311 .
    The course offers a comprehensive study of the asset and liability management of a commercial bank. Application of various risk management techniques, capital requirements issues, and bank performance will be among the issues covered. The course may be taught as a simulation course at the discretion of the instructor.


    Note: This course is restricted to students who have been accepted into the Department of Business or are in Concord academic programs that have made prior arrangements to include these courses in their curriculum requirements.
(3)
  
  • FIN 401 Portfolio Management

    (3)
    Prerequisites: FIN 311 .
    The course discusses the tools and techniques available to a portfolio manager. Advance valuation techniques, modern portfolio theory, performance evaluation, efficient market theory, market anomalies, asset allocation, active or passive investment strategy, options and futures will consist the core areas for the course. Conceptual understanding will be emphasized.


    Note: This course is restricted to students who have been accepted into the Department of Business or are in Concord academic programs that have made prior arrangements to include these courses in their curriculum requirements.
(3)
  
  • FIN 407 Financial Institutions

    (3)
    Prerequisites: FIN 311 
    This course emphasizes conceptual understanding and practical application of the principles that underlie the management of the risk and return of a financial firm.  Interest rate risk, margin risk, asset value risk, and the role of interest rate changes will be key topics.


(3)
  
  • FIN 411 Corporate Finance Problems

    (3)
    Prerequisites: FIN 311 .
    Theoretical and practical tools in financial decision making are discussed using cases. Major areas of concern are financial analysis and planning, working capital policy, accounts receivable management, capital budgeting, valuation, capital structure, and dividend policy.


    Note: This course is restricted to students who have been accepted into the Department of Business or are in Concord academic programs that have made prior arrangements to include these courses in their curriculum requirements.
(3)
  
  • FIN 420 Special Topics: Finance

    (1-3)
    Prerequisites: Based upon course content, the instructor will determine required prerequisite(s).
    Selected topics in the contemporary finance environment will be explored.


(1-3)
  
  • FIN 436 International Financial Management

    (3)
    Prerequisites: FIN 311 
    Issues pertinent to financial decision making within an international context, including financial management of multinational firms, foreign currency markets and exchange rate dynamics, international money and capital markets, and portfolio analysis.


    Note: This course is restricted to students who have been accepted into the Department of Business or are in Concord academic programs that have made prior arrangements to include these courses in their curriculum requirements.
(3)
  
  • FIN 440 Independent Study: Finance

    (1-3)

    An independent study course is defined as an area of study or research necessitating a high level of self-directed learning, and is 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. In this course, students will be required to read, conduct research, complete written examinations, reports, projects, research papers, portfolios, or similar assignments that are designed to measure competency in the stated educational objectives. Finance courses currently offered through formal instruction, or a new topic within the finance field not listed in the course catalog, can both be elected for independent study by a special arrangement with the instructor and approval by the department chair.


(1-3)
  
  • FIN 460 Practicum: Finance

    (1-3)

    The finance practicum provides students with practical application of a previously or concurrently studied field or theory, as well as supervised practice of finance techniques in a business setting. Topics relevant to the fields taught in the Department of Business will be selected based on student interest and staff availability. The practicum provides an opportunity for students to apply the skills, knowledge, cognitive/affective processes, and values of general financial practice in a business setting. 


(1-3)
  
  • FIN 470 Research: Finance

    (1-3)

    This research in finance course will emphasize various topics and independent research schemas as defined by the instructor. Projects will be developed and completed by the student under direction of a faculty advisor, and research projects and/or written papers will be required.


(1-3)

French

  
  • FREN 101 Elementary French I

    (3)
    The most basic patterns of French grammar. Basic vocabulary and development of beginning skills in reading, writing, speaking, and comprehending the French language. Emphasis on the present tense.


    Note: Students who have received credit for any higher-level French course may not receive credit for this course.
(3)
  
  • FREN 102 Elementary French II

    (3)
    Prerequisites: FREN 101  or one year of high school French or consent of instructor.
    Further development of elementary skills in reading, writing, speaking, and comprehending. Expansion of tenses, moods, and sentence complexity.


    Note: Students who have received credit for any higher-level French course may not receive credit for this course.
(3)
  
  • FREN 201 Intermediate French I

    (3)
    Prerequisites: FREN 101 FREN 102  or equivalent, or two years of high school French, or consent of instructor. 
    Readings in Francophone cultures and literature; review and expansion of French grammar and vocabulary; practice in writing, speaking, and comprehending the language.


    Note: Students who have received credit for any higher-level French course may not receive credit for this course.
(3)
  
  • FREN 202 Intermediate French II

    (3)
    Prerequisites: FREN 101 FREN 102  or equivalent, or three years of high school French, or consent of instructor. 
    Further readings in Francophone cultures and literature; review and enhancement of French grammar and vocabulary; practice in writing, speaking, and comprehending the language.


    Note: Students who have received credit for any higher-level French course may not receive credit for this course.
(3)

Geography

  
  • GEOG 101 Humans and the Environment

    (3)
    An introduction to geographic concepts and analysis with an emphasis on human-environment interactions.  Students will examine, for example, how spatial and historical patterns of population and migration, politics and conflict, natural resources, and climate change interact and shape the world in which we live today.


    Three (3) hours lecture.
(3)
  
  • GEOG 200 Digital Earth

    (3)
    An introduction to geospatial technology and its use in the social and environmental sciences.


    Three (3) hours lecture.
(3)
  
  • GEOG 311 GIS and Cartography

    (3)
    Prerequisites: Any 100/200 level GEOG or GEOL course.
    An introduction to the Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and cartographic theory, technique, and application.  Emphasis is placed on the construction, interpretation, and analysis of maps as a visual form of communication.


    Three (3) hours lecture.
(3)
  
  • GEOG 321 Cultural Anthropology

    (3)
    A systematic survey of culture through the topics of human origins, demographics, agriculture, politics, language, religion, folk societies, ethnicity, and urban life. There is an emphasis on popular culture.


    Three (3) hours lecture.
(3)
  
  • GEOG 411 GIS Design and Application

    (3)
    Prerequisites: GEOG 311 
    This project-based course builds upon the topics and concepts covered in GEOG 311 (GIS and Cartography).  Emphasis is placed on the use of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) in solving real-world problems.


    Three (3) hours lecture.
(3)
  
  • GEOG 412 Public Health GIS

    (3)
    Prerequisites: GEOG 200  or GEOG 311 
    Applications of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) in public health.  Students gain practical experience using GIS to map and analyze public health data, with particular focus on methods used to assess and solve environmental and community health-related problems.


(3)
  
  • GEOG 420 Special Topics in Geography

    (1-4)
    Prerequisites: Specified by instructor.
    Focused study in specific geographic topics.  May be taken repeatedly for credit.  Topic of study will be included on the student’s transcript.


(1-4)
  
  • GEOG 450 Internship

    (3-6)
    Prerequisites: Specified by instructor.
    A faculty approved internship experience that complements coursework in Geography or Geology.


(3-6)

Geology

  
  • GEOL 101 Earth Processes, Resources, and the Environment

    (4)
    Co-requisites: GEOL 101L.

    Study of Earth systems and the connection between people, resources, and the environment. Topics include minerals, rocks, plate tectonics, geologic hazards, water, pollution, and global environmental change. A General Education lab science.


    Three hours lecture, two hours lab or field.
(4)
  
  • GEOL 140 Geology and Environmental Issues in Appalachia

    (3)
    Geology of environmental problems and the geologic evolution of West Virginia and the Appalachian region.  Includes study of natural hazards, flooding, and the impacts of industry, mining, and petroleum production on rivers, groundwater, and social health.


    Three hours lecture.
(3)
  
  • GEOL 150 Oceanography

    (3)
    Interaction of geological, biological, chemical, and physical processes in the oceans, and the relationship between people and the marine environment. Includes experiments and demonstrations.


    Three hours lecture.
(3)
  
  • GEOL 202 Evolution of Earth Systems

    (4)
    Co-requisites: GEOL 202L.

    Study of changes in the Earth’s crust, global climate, oceans, and life through 4.6 billion years of geological time. Topics include fossils, mass extinctions, and the geologic development of the Appalachians. Lab emphasizes field study of southern West Virginia geology.


    Three hours lecture, three hours lab
(4)
  
  • GEOL 205 Environmental and Applied Geology

    (4)
    Prerequisites: MATH 103  (or concurrently) recommended.
    Co-requisites: GEOL 205L.

    Scientific and engineering solutions to environmental problems.  Includes study of surface and groundwater resources, natural hazards, geophysical methods and the mechanics of Earth materials.


    Three hours lecture, two hours lab or field.
(4)
  
  • GEOL 210 Natural Disasters

    (3)
    An examination of the risks, underlying causes, social and environmental impacts of mitigation of natural disasters.  Special attention is given to temporal trends and spatial patterns of natural disasters such as those associated with drought, hurricanes, flooding, landslides, wildfires, earthquakes, volcanoes, and tsunamis.


    Three (3) hours lecture.
(3)
  
  • GEOL 212 Applied Meteorology

    (3)
    Examines meteorological phenomena, including extreme weather events, using case studies and relevant instrumentation.  Emphasis is placed on applied aspects of meteorology such as weather forecasting.


    Three (3) hours lecture.
(3)
  
  • GEOL 215 Field Studies

    (1-3)
    Prerequisites: Any 100/200 level GEOG or GEOL course.
    A regional field excursion to study the geologic and/or environmental setting of a location of scientific interest.  Specific locations to be announced and identified by title on transcript.  May be taken for credit repeatedly.


(1-3)
  
  • GEOL 220 Special Topics: Geology

    (1-5)
    Prerequisites: Specified by instructor.
    Courses in selected areas of geology or environmental science. Specific topics to be announced and indicated by title on transcript. May be taken for credit repeatedly.


(1-5)
  
  • GEOL 310 Soil, Water, and Land Use

    (4)
    Prerequisites: Any 100/200 level GEOG or GEOL course.
    Co-requisites: GEOL 310L.

    A study of the interactions between Earth’s terrestrial, aquatic, and human systems.  Particular attention is given to land use impacts on soil and water resources and relevant environmental regulations.


    Three (3) hours lecture, two (2) hours lab or field.
(4)
  
  • GEOL 312 Climatology

    (4)
    Prerequisites: Any 100/200 level GEOG or GEOL course.
    Co-requisites: GEOL 312L.

    Study of Earth’s dynamic climate - past, present, and future.  It addresses fundamental principles of climatology and paleoclimatology, as well as the complex interactions between human societies and climate.


    Three (3) hours lecture, two (2) hours lab or field.
(4)
  
  • GEOL 315 Biogeography and Environmental Change

    (4)
    Prerequisites: Any 100/200 level GEOG or GEOL course.
    Co-requisites: GEOL 315L.

    The objectives of this course are to examine patterns and processes in the biosphere using a multi-scale approach and through the application of theoretical, field and laboratory methods.  Emphasis is placed on understanding past environments in the context of rapid, human-induced environmental change.


    Three (3) hours lecture, two (2) hours lab or field.
(4)
  
  • GEOL 365 Earth Materials and Minerals

    (4)
    Prerequisites: CHEM 100  or CHEM 101  (or concurrently), and any 100/200 level GEOG or GEOL course.
    Co-requisites: GEOL 365L.

    Study of the identification, classification, geochemistry, and origin of minerals and rock bodies, with emphasis on igneous and metamorphic processes in continental crust. Introduction to optical mineralogy and environmental issues related to minerals and mining.


    Three hours lecture, two hours lab.
(4)
  
  • GEOL 375 Chemistry and Petrology of the Solid Earth

    (4)
    Prerequisites: GEOL 365  recommended.
    Co-requisites: GEOL 375L.

    Description, classification, and geochemistry of igneous and metamorphic rocks in hand sample and thin section. Includes study of the origin of rock bodies and their alteration at the Earth’s surface.


    Three hours lecture, two hours lab.
(4)
  
  • GEOL 380 Sedimentary Geology

    (4)
    Prerequisites: Any 100/200 level GEOG or GEOL course.
    Co-requisites: GEOL 380L.

    Principles of stratigraphy and sedimentology, including the origin and interpretation of sedimentary environments and rocks. Includes study of the sedimentary record of geologic time and global changes in Earth’s climate, life and  plate-tectonic settings.  Lab emphasizes field techniques, analysis, and interpretation.


    Three hours lecture, three hours lab or field.
(4)
  
  • GEOL 385 Earth Structure and Tectonics

    (4)
    Prerequisites: Any 100/200 level GEOG or GEOL course. MATH 104  (or concurrently) recommended.
    Co-requisites: GEOL 385L.

    Study of the mechanics and physics of rock deformation, the origin of geologic structures, plate tectonics, and global mountain-building processes.  Includes application of structural geology to environmental and geotechnical engineering problems.  Lab emphasizes geometric problem solving and Appalachian field studies.


    Three hours lecture, three hours lab or field.
(4)
  
  • GEOL 404 Field Geology I

    (3)
    Prerequisites: 12 hours of course work in GEOL, and permission of instructor.
    Techniques and practice of geologic field mapping in diverse settings. Includes map and cross-section preparation, structural analysis, and written interpretive reports. This project-based course is a field laboratory capstone focusing on field sites in the Appalachians.  Additional fee for travel may be required.


    Nine (9) hours lab and field.
(3)
  
  • GEOL 405 Field Geology II

    (3)
    Prerequisites: GEOL 404   or concurrently.
    A continuation of GEOL 404   with field sites in the Rocky Mountains and/or Appalachians. Additional fee for summer travel required.


    Nine (9) hours lab and field.
(3)
  
  • GEOL 415 Electron Imaging and X-ray Microanalysis

    (2)
    Prerequisites: Any of the following previously or concurrently: CHEM 101  or PHYS 101  or PHYS 201 .
    An introduction to principles, applications, and practical aspects of electron microscopy and X-ray based quantitative compositional analysis. Includes hands-on instrument and software experience.


    One-hour lecture, two (2) hours lab.
(2)
  
  • GEOL 420 Special Topics: Geology or Environmental Science

    (1-4)
    Prerequisites: Specified by instructor.
    Courses in selected topics to be announced. Topics indicated by title on transcript.  May be taken for credit repeatedly.


(1-4)
  
  • GEOL 470 Geology Research

    (1-6)
    Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.
    Independent research in geology. Projects will be developed and completed by the student under direction of a faculty advisor. May be taken for credit repeatedly.


(1-6)
  
  • GEOL 471 Environmental Science Research

    (1-6)
    Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.
    Independent research in environmental science. Projects will be developed and completed by the student under direction of a faculty advisor.


(1-6)

German

  
  • GERM 101 Elementary German I

    (3)
    The basic patterns of German grammar. Emphasis on basic vocabulary and on developing skills in reading, writing, speaking, and comprehending the German language.


    Note: Students who have received credit for any higher-level German course may not receive credit for this course.
(3)
  
  • GERM 102 Elementary German II

    (3)
    Prerequisites: GERM 101  or one year of high school German or consent of instructor.
    Further development of skills in reading, writing, speaking, and comprehending.


    Note: Students who have received credit for any higher-level German course may not receive credit for this course.
(3)

Health Education

  
  • H ED 120 Personal Health

    (3)
    The study of personal health as it relates to children through adults.


    Note: Satisfies the General Education Physical Wellness Requirement.
(3)
  
  • H ED 200 Foundations of Health Education

    (2)
    A study of the historical, philosophical, sociological, psychological, and scientific foundations of health education. Consideration is given to individual and societal factors which contribute to and/or influence the elements of physical, social, emotional, spiritual and intellectual health.


(2)
  
  • H ED 220 Special Topics

    (1-3)
    Coursework of current interest in the area of health education will be offered occasionally according to University guidelines as the Department of Health Sciences so chooses.  Topics of study will be indicated on student’s transcript.  Repeatable up to three times for a maximum of 9 credits.


(1-3)
  
  • H ED 230 Health Education Seminar

    (1-3)
    On various topics in Health Education.


(1-3)
  
  • H ED 240 Independent Study

    (1-3)
    Consists of advanced study, reading, and/or research in health education.


(1-3)
  
  • H ED 250 Internship

    (1-6)
    Provides students with opportunities to develop skills, knowledge, theories, and techniques with procedures from the class-work applied to field situations.  Must be approved by faculty supervisor.


(1-6)
  
  • H ED 260 Practicum

    (1-3)
    The course is a directed field experience designed to provide the students with an opportunity to apply skills, knowledge, and values of physical education and/or sports management in a variety of clinical settings.


(1-3)
  
  • H ED 303 Principles of Mental and Emotional Health

    (2)
    A study of mental and emotional health, and the effects of attitudes, emotions and relationships on health and wellbeing. Consideration is given to stress with an emphasis on appropriate management techniques and strategies.


(2)
  
  • H ED 304 Principles of Nutrition and Weight Management

    (2)
    A management approach to the cause and the nature of health and well-being, and health deterioration, emphasizing health maintenance and disease prevention through nutrition and weight control.


    Note: Satisfies the General Education Physical Wellness Requirement.
(2)
  
  • H ED 305 Human Disease and Prevention

    (2)
    A study of the causation and prevention of the major chronic and infectious diseases which affect the quality of an individual’s life. Major signs and symptoms of disease as well as treatment will be discussed.


(2)
  
  • H ED 306 Principles of Human Sexuality

    (3)
    This course is designed to provide students with the content knowledge needed to teach, facilitate, and/or educate target audiences about issues pertaining to sex education. Emphasis will be placed on biological, psychological, and sociocultural issues pertaining to growth, development and family planning.


(3)
  
  • H ED 320 Special Topics

    (1-3)
    Coursework of current interest in the area of health education will be offered occasionally according to University guidelines as the Department of Health Sciences so chooses.  Topics of study will be indicated on student’s transcript.  Repeatable up to three times for maximum of 9 credits.


(1-3)
  
  • H ED 330 Health Education Seminar

    (1-3)
    On various topics in Health Education.


(1-3)
  
  • H ED 340 Independent Study

    (1-3)
    Consists of advanced study, reading, and/or research in health education.


(1-3)
  
  • H ED 350 Internship

    (1-6)
    Provides students with opportunities to develop skills, knowledge, theories, and techniques with procedures from the class-work applied to field situations.  Must be approved by faculty supervisor.


(1-6)
  
  • H ED 360 Practicum

    (1-3)
    The course is a directed field experience designed to provide the student with an opportunity to apply skills, knowledge, and values of physical education and/or sports management in a variety of clinical settings.


(1-3)
  
  • H ED 400 Methods and Materials in Health Education

    (3)
    Prerequisites: H ED 120 , EDUC 305 
    Theory and application of health instruction planning and instruction, including materials, curriculum development and a variety of teaching methods appropriate for the 5-Adult setting. 


(3)
  
  • H ED 415 Community Health and Health Promotion

    (2)
    A study of community health and the processes involved in the planning, implementing and assessing community health related programming. Special attention is given to cultural health issues. A class service-learning project is required.


(2)
  
  • H ED 420 Special Topics

    (1-3)
    Coursework of current interest in the area of health education will be offered occasionally according to University guidelines as the Department of Health Sciences so chooses.  Topics of study will be indicated on student’s transcript.  Repeatable up to three times for a maximum of 9 credits.


(1-3)
  
  • H ED 430 Health Education Seminar

    (1-3)
    On various topics in Health Education.


(1-3)
  
  • H ED 440 Independent Study

    (1-3)
    Consists of advanced study, reading, and/or research in Health Education.


(1-3)
  
  • H ED 450 Internship

    (1-6)
    Provides students with opportunities to develop skills, knowledge, theories, and techniques with procedures from the class work applied to field situations.  Must be approved by faculty supervisor.


(1-6)
  
  • H ED 460 Practicum

    (1-3)
    The course is a directed field experience designed to provide the student with an opportunity to apply skills, knowledge, and values of health education in a variety of clinical settings.


(1-3)

Health Promotion

  
  • HLTH 500 Foundations of Health Education & Health Promotion

    (3)
    To provide the graduate student with an overview of general principles and concepts of health education and promotion applicable to traditional work settings. Theoretical models used to explain why people adopt or fail to adopt health promoting behaviors will also be addressed.


(3)
  
  • HLTH 501 Needs Assessment, Program Planning, and Evaluation

    (3)
    In this course, students will develop knowledge and skills required to assess needs, plan, implement, and evaluate programs that address public health problems for defined populations in a variety of settings.


(3)
  
  • HLTH 502 Social Ecological Influences on Health

    (3)
    In this course, students will develop expertise in social ecological influences on the health of individuals and populations.


(3)
  
  • HLTH 503 Epidemiology

    (3)
    Prerequisites: HLTH 500 
    This course will provide an introduction and overview of principles of epidemiology, including study designs, data collection, development and/or transmission of infectious and chronic disease, data interpretation, and measures of mortality and morbidity.


(3)
  
  • HLTH 504 Health Promotion Advocacy and Communication

    (3)
    Students will learn to identify current or emerging health issues that require change and will acquire skills needed to engage in advocacy efforts.  Students will also learn effective methods of assessing and delivering communication strategies in diverse populations.


(3)
 

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