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2017-2018 Academic Catalog (August 2017 - July 2018) 
    
2017-2018 Academic Catalog (August 2017 - July 2018) [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Music

  
  • MUS 163 Brass Class

    (1)
    Prerequisites:   
    A study of the fundamentals of playing and teaching the brass instruments.

(1)
  
  • MUS 204 Music Skills and Materials for the Classroom Teacher

    (3)
    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. Teaching required.

(3)
  
  • MUS 206 Music Theory III

    (3)
    Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in MUS 107 .
    A continuation of Music Theory II.

    Term Offered: (F)
(3)
  
  • MUS 245 Methods in Music Technology

    (1)
    Prerequisites:   
    An introduction to the concepts and techniques of electronic devices and computer technology in music.

(1)
  
  • MUS 261 Class Piano

    (1, 1)
    Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.
    A continuation of Class Piano I and II. Grade of C or better required in MUS 161B . Majors must repeat for two hours of credit.

    Term Offered: F,S
(1, 1)
  
  • MUS 264 String Methods

    (1)
    Prerequisites: MUS 106  and   
    An introduction to the technical problems involved in the performance of stringed instruments. Instruction is carried on as in the public school.

    Term Offered: (Every other academic year.)
(1)
  
  • MUS 265 Percussion Methods

    (1)
    Prerequisites:   
    A practical study of percussion for music educators.  Study and practice of basic percussion concepts and performance techniques.  Areas of focus:  snare drum, mallet percussion, multi-percussion, timpani, drum set, and hand percussion.

    Term Offered: S
(1)
  
  • MUS 266 Voice Methods

    (1)
    Prerequisites:   
    Open only to students who read music, have a working knowledge of music fundamentals and have consent of instructor. Study and practice of basic principles of singing, including coordination and freedom of the vocal mechanism.

    Term Offered: (every other S)
(1)
  
  • MUS 300 Conducting

    (3)
    Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in MUS 206 .
    A course designed to build skills and develop musicianship in instrumental and choral conducting.

    Term Offered: (every other S)
(3)
  
  • MUS 302 History and Analysis of Music I

    (3)
    Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in MUS 107  or consent of instructor.
    A detailed survey of the historical and theoretical practices of music from the Pre-Christian through Baroque Eras.

    Term Offered: (every third semester)
(3)
  
  • MUS 303 Music Education I

    (3)
    Prerequisites: MUS 206  or consent of instructor.
    A study of teaching techniques and materials appropriate to the elementary and intermediate grades.  Teaching required.  Ten hours modeling a master teacher.

    Term Offered: (Every other Fall)
(3)
  
  • MUS 304 Music Education II

    (3)
    Prerequisites: MUS 206  or consent of instructor.
    Study and evaluation of vocal, instrumental and general music teaching techniques and materials for the secondary schools. Teaching required. Ten hours modeling a master teacher.

    Term Offered: (every other S)
(3)
  
  • MUS 306 History and Analysis of Music II

    (3)
    Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in MUS 107  or consent of instructor.
    A detailed survey of the historical and theoretical practices of music from the Classic through Romantic Eras.

    Term Offered: (every third semester).
(3)
  
  • MUS 307 History and Analysis of Music III

    (3)
    Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in MUS 107  or consent of instructor.
    A detailed survey of the historical and theoretical practices of music from the 20th century to the present and a broad survey of world music.

    Term Offered: (every third semester).
(3)
  
  • MUS 310 Applied Music, High Brass

    (1)


    Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.
    The Department of Music offers the courses listed below in applied music (private lessons). Concurrent enrollment in the appropriate ensemble (MUS 451  or MUS 453) is required in order to receive applied music lessons.

    Each semester of applied music carries from one to three hours credit, according to the individual recommendation of the applied instructor. Performance standards and specific requirements for each semester of study have been established and are available from the individual instructor.

    All music majors are required to give a senior recital prior to graduation. See MUS 475  for further details.

    Successful completion (grade of A or B) of six semesters of applied music study on the same instrument or voice is a graduation requirement and a prerequisite to MUS 475  , Senior Recital. The specific instrument of study may be indicated on the transcript when needed.

(1)
  
  • MUS 312 Applied Music, Low Brass

    (1)


    Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.
    The Department of Music offers the courses listed below in applied music (private lessons). Concurrent enrollment in the appropriate ensemble (MUS 451  or MUS 453) is required in order to receive applied music lessons.

    Each semester of applied music carries from one to three hours credit, according to the individual recommendation of the applied instructor. Performance standards and specific requirements for each semester of study have been established and are available from the individual instructor.

    All music majors are required to give a senior recital prior to graduation. See MUS 475  for further details.

    Successful completion (grade of A or B) of six semesters of applied music study on the same instrument or voice is a graduation requirement and a prerequisite to MUS 475  , Senior Recital. The specific instrument of study may be indicated on the transcript when needed.

(1)
  
  • MUS 317 Applied Music, Woodwinds

    (1)


    Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.
    The Department of Music offers the courses listed below in applied music (private lessons). Concurrent enrollment in the appropriate ensemble (MUS 451  or MUS 453) is required in order to receive applied music lessons.

    Each semester of applied music carries from one to three hours credit, according to the individual recommendation of the applied instructor. Performance standards and specific requirements for each semester of study have been established and are available from the individual instructor.

    All music majors are required to give a senior recital prior to graduation. See MUS 475  for further details.

    Successful completion (grade of A or B) of six semesters of applied music study on the same instrument or voice is a graduation requirement and a prerequisite to MUS 475  , Senior Recital. The specific instrument of study may be indicated on the transcript when needed.

(1)
  
  • MUS 320 Applied Music, Percussion

    (1)


    Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.
    The Department of Music offers the courses listed below in applied music (private lessons). Concurrent enrollment in the appropriate ensemble (MUS 451  or MUS 453) is required in order to receive applied music lessons.

    Each semester of applied music carries from one to three hours credit, according to the individual recommendation of the applied instructor. Performance standards and specific requirements for each semester of study have been established and are available from the individual instructor.

    All music majors are required to give a senior recital prior to graduation. See MUS 475  for further details.

    Successful completion (grade of A or B) of six semesters of applied music study on the same instrument or voice is a graduation requirement and a prerequisite to MUS 475  , Senior Recital. The specific instrument of study may be indicated on the transcript when needed.

(1)
  
  • MUS 321 Applied Music, Piano

    (1,1)


    Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.
    The Department of Music offers the courses listed below in applied music (private lessons). Concurrent enrollment in the appropriate ensemble (MUS 451  or MUS 453) is required in order to receive applied music lessons.

    Each semester of applied music carries from one to three hours credit, according to the individual recommendation of the applied instructor. Performance standards and specific requirements for each semester of study have been established and are available from the individual instructor.

    All music majors are required to give a senior recital prior to graduation. See MUS 475  for further details.

    Successful completion (grade of A or B) of six semesters of applied music study on the same instrument or voice is a graduation requirement and a prerequisite to MUS 475  , Senior Recital. The specific instrument of study may be indicated on the transcript when needed.

(1,1)
  
  • MUS 322 Applied Music, Organ

    (1)


    Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.
    The Department of Music offers the courses listed below in applied music (private lessons). Concurrent enrollment in the appropriate ensemble (MUS 451  or MUS 453) is required in order to receive applied music lessons.

    Each semester of applied music carries from one to three hours credit, according to the individual recommendation of the applied instructor. Performance standards and specific requirements for each semester of study have been established and are available from the individual instructor.

    All music majors are required to give a senior recital prior to graduation. See MUS 475  for further details.

    Successful completion (grade of A or B) of six semesters of applied music study on the same instrument or voice is a graduation requirement and a prerequisite to MUS 475  , Senior Recital. The specific instrument of study may be indicated on the transcript when needed.

(1)
  
  • MUS 323 Applied Music, Voice

    (1,1)


    Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.
    The Department of Music offers the courses listed below in applied music (private lessons). Concurrent enrollment in the appropriate ensemble (MUS 451  or MUS 453) is required in order to receive applied music lessons.

    Each semester of applied music carries from one to three hours credit, according to the individual recommendation of the applied instructor. Performance standards and specific requirements for each semester of study have been established and are available from the individual instructor.

    All music majors are required to give a senior recital prior to graduation. See MUS 475  for further details.

    Successful completion (grade of A or B) of six semesters of applied music study on the same instrument or voice is a graduation requirement and a prerequisite to MUS 475  , Senior Recital. The specific instrument of study may be indicated on the transcript when needed.

(1,1)
  
  • MUS 324 Applied Music, Fretted Instruments

    (1)


    Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.
    The Department of Music offers the courses listed below in applied music (private lessons). Concurrent enrollment in the appropriate ensemble (MUS 451  or MUS 453) is required in order to receive applied music lessons.

    Each semester of applied music carries from one to three hours credit, according to the individual recommendation of the applied instructor. Performance standards and specific requirements for each semester of study have been established and are available from the individual instructor.

    All music majors are required to give a senior recital prior to graduation. See MUS 475  for further details.

    Successful completion (grade of A or B) of six semesters of applied music study on the same instrument or voice is a graduation requirement and a prerequisite to MUS 475  , Senior Recital. The specific instrument of study may be indicated on the transcript when needed.

(1)
  
  • MUS 325 Applied Music, Carillon

    (1)


    Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.
    The Department of Music offers the courses listed below in applied music (private lessons). Concurrent enrollment in the appropriate ensemble (MUS 451  or MUS 453) is required in order to receive applied music lessons.

    Each semester of applied music carries from one to three hours credit, according to the individual recommendation of the applied instructor. Performance standards and specific requirements for each semester of study have been established and are available from the individual instructor.

    All music majors are required to give a senior recital prior to graduation. See MUS 475  for further details.

    Successful completion (grade of A or B) of six semesters of applied music study on the same instrument or voice is a graduation requirement and a prerequisite to MUS 475  , Senior Recital. The specific instrument of study may be indicated on the transcript when needed.

(1)
  
  • MUS 330 Music Theory IV

    (2)
    Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in Music 206.
    A continuation of Theory III with additional studies in score reading and analysis.

    Term Offered: (S)
(2)
  
  • MUS 341 Choral Literature

    (1)
    A survey of appropriate literature for various choral ensembles.

    Term Offered: (every other S)
(1)
  
  • MUS 345 Composition

    (1-3)
    Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in MUS 206  and consent of instructor.
    A study of the basic craft of composition including individual instruction in creative projects. Course may be repeated.

(1-3)
  
  • MUS 368 Keyboard Pedagogy

    (1)
    For keyboard majors. A course designed to acquaint the student with various methods and procedures used in piano pedagogy. The course will cover the instructional objectives as well as business procedures. Not offered on a regular basis.

(1)
  
  • MUS 369 Elements of Accompanying

    (1,1)
    Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.
    A practical application of vocal and instrumental accompanying including literature of a wide diversity of styles.

    Term Offered: (F, S)
(1,1)
  
  • MUS 370 Band Literature

    (1)
    Designed to familiarize Music Education students with school instrumental literature.

    Term Offered: (every other S)
(1)
  
  • MUS 407 Arranging and Scoring

    (2)
    Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in MUS 206  or consent of instructor.
    A practical course in the rudiments of arranging and scoring for small and large instrumental and vocal ensembles.

    Term Offered: (S)
(2)
  
  • 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.

(1-6)
  
  • 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.

(1-6)
  
  • MUS 427 Jazz Studies

    (1-6)
    Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.
    Courses on various topics in jazz studies. Topics of study indicated on student’s transcript. May be taken for credit repeatedly.

    Term Offered: (every other S)
(1-6)
  
  • 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.

(1-6)
  
  • MUS 445 Electronic Music Systems

    (3)
    Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.
    A survey of concrete, synthetic and computerized sound production and manipulation techniques including applications in music areas. Students will complete a project appropriate to their interests. Open to music and science students. (Not offered on a regular basis.)

(3)
  
  • MUS 448 Marching Band Techniques

    -1
    Prerequisites: Consent of Instructor
    An elective for music students. Acquaints the student with the techniques of planning and implementing a marching band performance.

-1
  
  • MUS 451 Collegiate Singers

    (1)
    Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.
    A select choral ensemble devoted to the artistic performance of choral music.

(1)
  
  • MUS 453A Marching Band

    (1)
    Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.
    A wind and percussion ensemble which performs for college functions.

    Term Offered: (F)
(1)
  
  • MUS 453B Concert Band

    (1)
    Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.
    A large wind and percussion ensemble which performs transcriptions and original works.

    Term Offered: (S)
(1)
  
  • 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.

(1)
  
  • MUS 455 Brass Ensemble

    (1)
    Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.
    A small ensemble for the study and performance of literature for various combinations of brass instruments.

(1)
  
  • MUS 456 Percussion Ensemble

    (1)
    Prerequisites: Audition.
    A study and performance of percussion ensemble literature.

    Term Offered: (F,S)
(1)
  
  • MUS 457 Woodwind Ensemble

    (1)
    Prerequisites: Audition.
    A small ensemble for the study and performance of literature for various combinations of woodwind instruments.

(1)
  
  • MUS 458 Pep Band

    (1)
    Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.
    Ensemble designed to perform at various athletic events.

(1)
  
  • MUS 460 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.

(1-6)
  
  • MUS 461 ConChords

    (1)
    Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.
    A small, select vocal ensemble which performs music in a wide variety of styles.

(1)
  
  • MUS 470 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.

(1-3)
  
  • MUS 475 Senior Recital

    (1-3)
    Prerequisites: For music majors only; GPA of 3.0 in six levels in the student’s applied music area-number 100 and above; and successful completion of the senior recital jury.
    This is a recital given for the public in which the student exhibits the musical training received during his/her undergraduate study.

(1-3)

Natural Sciences

  
  • N SC 300D Science and Religion

    (3)
    Prerequisites: Two laboratory science courses or consent of instructor.
    Science in relation to diverse world views. A comparative study in the history and philosophy of science and religion. May be used as a Biology elective.

    Term Offered: (F)
(3)
  
  • N SC 325 Teaching Assistantship

    (1)
    Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
    Teaching practicum for science and math students. Repeatable for credit.*

    Term Offered: (F, S)
    Note: *Course will be graded. Curriculum will be changed in order to assess student performance. Will support mentoring program in sciences.
(1)
  
  • N SC 414A Special Methods in the Teaching of the Natural Sciences

    (2)
    Prerequisites: EDUC 306  or permission of instructor; EDUC 310  recommended.
    Observation, discussion, and participation are utilized in order to provide prospective teachers a working knowledge of appropriate methods and media for teaching concepts and laboratory techniques and phenomena of the various areas of the natural sciences.

    Term Offered: (F)
    Note: This course cannot be used to fulfill a General Education requirement.
(2)
  
  • N SC 414B Middle Level Science Education

    (1)
    Prerequisites: Concurrent or prior registration in N SC 414A .
    Practical field experience and instruction in the teaching of science at the middle level.

    Term Offered: (F)
(1)
  
  • N SC 414C Secondary Level Science Education

    (1)
    Prerequisites: Concurrent or prior registration in N SC 414A .
    Practical field experience and instruction in the teaching of science at the secondary level.

    Term Offered: (F)
(1)

Philosophy

  
  • PHIL 101 History of Philosophy I

    (3)
    Examines the history of philosophical thought, and emphasizes developments in ethics, epistemology, metaphysics, aesthetics, political philosophy, and religion.

(3)
  
  • PHIL 102 History of Philosophy II

    (3)
    Examines the history of philosophical thought, and emphasizes developments in ethics, epistemology, metaphysics, aesthetics, political philosophy, and religion.

(3)
  
  • PHIL 210 Logic

    (3)
    Examines the conditions for proper, clear, and effective reasoning. While the focus will be on identifying and evaluating arguments in everyday and academic discourse, the course will also include the study of formal philosophical logic.

(3)
  
  • 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.

(3)
  
  • PHIL 312 Metaphysics

    (3)
    A critical examination of the nature of reality and existence, including the nature of time, space, being, and other fundamental categories, as well as the existence and nature of God and the problem of evil.

(3)
  
  • 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.

(3)
  
  • 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.

(3)
  
  • PHIL 320 History and Philosophy of Science

    (3)
    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. May be taken to fulfill program requirements for the history track, or the history with an emphasis in philosophy track.

    Also listed as: HIST 320 .
(3)
  
  • PHIL 322 The Enlightenment and Revolution

    (3)
    The course covers the European revolutions-intellectual, social, political, economic, and military-arising from the ferment of change during the Enlightenment, the French, Russian and American Revolutions, the Napoleonic Era, and the Industrial Revolution.

    Also listed as: HIST 322 .
(3)
  
  • PHIL 325 Special Topics in Philosophy

    (3)
    Prerequisites: as determined by the instructor.
    A specialized study of various topics and problems in the field of philosophy. Each offering of the course will explore a different topic or problem. Examples include: Plato, Aristotle, Materialism, Idealism, or the Philosophy of Religion.

(3)
  
  • 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.

    Also listed as: HIST 331 .
(3)
  
  • PHIL 350 Contemporary Philosophy

    (3)
    Focuses on trends in twentieth and twenty-first century philosophy, including existentialism, post-modernism, and feminism.

(3)
  
  • PHIL 360 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.

(3)
  
  • PHIL 375 History of World Religions

    (3)
    Prerequisites: HIST 101  or permission of instructor.
    This course explores the historical development of the world’s religious traditions with particular attention to their philosophical, theological, and ritual dimensions, as well as their relationship with one another. May be taken to fulfill program requirements for the history track, or the history with an emphasis in philosophy track.

    Also listed as: HIST 375 .
(3)
  
  • PHIL 390 Feminism and Gender in Modern History

    (3)
    This course examines the history of feminist thought and philosophy within the historical experience of women utilizing a critical framework for the analysis of the creation and enforcement of the concepts of gender. May be taken to fulfill program requirements for the history track, or the history with an emphasis in philosophy track.

    Also listed as: HIST 390 .
(3)
  
  • PHIL 399 Utopian Studies

    (3)
    Prerequisites: HIST 101 , HIST 102  or  , PHIL 102 ; or permission of instructor.  
    This course examines attempts in East Asia and the West to imagine and create “more perfect” societies based on various philosophical, religious, social, and political paradigms, from the ancient world to the present day. Studies are not limited to utopian ideals; dystopian concepts and societies are also examined. May be taken to fulfill program requirements for the history track, or the history with an emphasis in philosophy track.

    Also listed as: HIST 399 .
(3)
  
  • PHIL 400 Undergraduate Teaching Assistant

    (1)
    Prerequisites:   ,   and   .  Junior or Senior standing.
    Course will focus on introducing students to an array of pedagogical theories and teaching practices in relation to philosophy instruction at a collegiate level.  Students will work with an instructor in either PHIL 101 or PHIL 102 throughout the semester.  Students must attend at least two (2) class sessions per week and work with students in peer review groups one-on-one.  Applicants ideally should be interested in teaching at the university level or enrolled in courses preparing them for a role in Education.  Students should fill out an application available in the Department of Humanities and submit supporting materials outlined on the application a semester before their intention to be UTAs.  There shall be a limit to two UTAs per class per semester.

    Term Offered: (F, S)
(1)
  
  • PHIL 450 Seminar in Philosophy

    (3)
    The Seminar in Philosophy is the capstone course for the Major in History with an Emphasis in Philosophy. The course will run concurrently with an upper level course in Epistemology, Metaphysics, Aesthetics, Asian Philosophy, or Contemporary Philosophy. Students will attend lectures and discussions with those taking the upper level course and, in addition, will meet for further lectures and discussion. Students will also write a major research paper in order to meet the requirements for the major in history with an emphasis in philosophy.

(3)
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Physical Education

  
  • 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.

    Term Offered: (F, S)
    Two hours lecture, one hour laboratory.
(2)
  
  • P ED 105 Introduction to Sports Management

    (1)
    A study of professional management in sport organizations including an overview of sport careers, sport environment and skills needed in the field.

    Term Offered: (F)
(1)
  
  • P ED 110 Introduction to Teaching Physical Education

    (1)
    Should be taken by majors at the beginning of their physical education coursework. Emphasis on understanding the profession and relevant issues in physical education, introduction to current literature and events, collaborative learning strategies, and the framework for portfolio development in the physical education program.

    Term Offered: (F, S)
(1)
  
  • 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.

    Term Offered: (F, S)
(3)
  
  • 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.

    Term Offered: (F, S)
(3)
  
  • P ED 202 Foundations of Physical Education and Sport

    (3)
    A study of the history and philosophy of physical education and sport and their relationship to current trends in the field, and the psychological and sociological implications of physical education and sport.

    Term Offered: (S)
(3)
  
  • P ED 207 Anatomy and Physiology

    (3)
    Prerequisites: BIOL 101  and BIOL 102  recommended.
    An introduction to knowledge of the normal development, structure and function of man.

    Term Offered: (F)
(3)
  
  • P ED 216 Sport Ethics

    (3)
    The course will be used to provide background information about ethical studies and issues related to sports.  This course will review the problems associated with unethical and ethical behavior in sports.

    Term Offered: (F)
(3)
  
  • P ED 217 Sport Governance

    (3)
    The course will explore the theory and practice of sport organizations and their governance structure, functions,and membership requirements.  The rules and regulations of each sport governing body, current issues and trends for each governing body including:  high school athletics, intercollegiate athletics state, national, and international organization.  (Amateur and Professional)

    Term Offered: (S)
(3)
  
  • P ED 218 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.

    Term Offered: (S)
(3)
  
  • P ED 225 Physical Education Workshops

    (1-3)
    Coursework of current interest in the area of physical education, health, and athletic training will be offered occasionally according to University guidelines as the Department of Human Performance 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)
  
  • P ED 239 Physical Education Pedagogy

    (3)
    Prerequisites: P ED 110 
    Co-requisites: EDUC 210 

    The study of pedagogical teaching skills to be used in the Pre K-Adult curricula, emphasizing the teaching process.

    Term Offered: (F)
(3)
  
  • P ED 240 Lifetime Physical Education

    (3)


    Prerequisites: P ED 110 
    Co-requisites:  

     

    Students will be introduced to the basic concepts, instructional strategies, and performance techniques associated with participating in and teaching outdoor leisure, gymnastics, rhythms, and swimming activities in a K-12 setting.

    Term Offered: (F)

(3)
  
  • P ED 241 Team Sports in Physical Education

    (3)
    Prerequisites: P ED 110 
    Co-requisites:  

    Students will be introduced to the basic concepts, Instructional strategies, and performance techniques associated with participating in and teaching team or modified team sport activities in a K-12 physical education setting.

    Term Offered: (F)
(3)
  
  • P ED 242 Individual Sports in Physical Education

    (3)
    Prerequisites: P ED 110 

    Co-requisites:  

    Students will be introduced to the basic concepts, instructional strategies, and performance techniques associated with participating in and teaching individual or modified individual sport activities in a K-12 physical education setting.

    Term Offered: (S)
(3)
  
  • P ED 303 Sport Finance

    (3)
    Sport Finance will provide concepts of finance and accounting, but they will also understand how those skills are used in the real world of sport.

    Term Offered: (S)
(3)
  
  • P ED 306 Advanced Sport Management

    (2)
    This course will provide a presentation of advanced sport management practices in sport industry support segments and lifestyle sport management, media coverage, event management, licensing, sport communications, along with other additional practices and opportunities in sports.

    Term Offered: (F)
(2)
  
  • P ED 307 Assessment in Health and Physical Education

    (3)
    Consideration is given to the nature and use of measurements and evaluations in the fields of health and physical education programs. Included is alternative assessment techniques in Pre K-Adult programs as exemplified in the National Standards.

    Term Offered: (S)
(3)
  
  • P ED 315 Kinesiology

    (3)
    Prerequisites: BIOL 101 -BIOL 102 , P ED 207 
    Considers principles of the mechanics of body movement in relation to anatomical structure, body development and muscular efficiency.

    Term Offered: (S)
(3)
  
  • P ED 320 Coaching Techniques

    (1)
    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.

    Term Offered: (S)
(1)
  
  • P ED 329 Motor Learning/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.

    Term Offered: (F)
(2)
  
  • P ED 330 Sport Marketing

    (3)
    Prerequisites: P ED 306
    This course provides a working understanding of the role of marketing in sports-related organizations, develops skills in applying fundamental marketing concepts, explores strategic marketing concepts, sales management, product development and marketing research techniques.

    (S)
(3)
  
  • P ED 332 Junior Practicum

    (3)
    The course is a directed field experience designed to help the student gain inititial experience in a variety of sport settings.  The student will assist with home sporting events in the fall including  pre, during and post game adminsitration.  A required 150 hour practicum experience in the fall semester..

    Term Offered: (F)
(3)
  
  • P ED 401 Physical Education, Health and Wellness for Elementary Teachers

    (3)
    Prerequisites: EDUC 301 , EDUC 305 .
    This course emphasizes the foundations of good health, the importance of physical fitness, nutrition, and healthy lifestyles for elementary students.  Focus will include health issues and social factors impacting children, as well as the design of learning activities that promote healthy living and incorporate movement skills and motor activities.  A 15-hour school-based clinical experience is required.

    Term Offered: (Fall, Spring)
    Note: (Limited class size.)
(3)
  
  • P ED 402 Curriculum and Instruction for Elementary Physical Education

    (3)
    Prerequisites: P ED239.
    For physical education majors. Incorporates the pedagogical skills learned in P ED 400 with content development for a successful physical education program for PreK-5 grade children. Emphasis will also be on incorporating the National Standards and the WV Physical Education Content Standards into the curriculum, and on program planning. A 15-hour school-based field experience is required.

    Term Offered: (S)
(3)
  
  • P ED 403 Curriculum and Instruction for Middle and Adolescent Physical Education.

    (3)
    Prerequisites:  
    Emphasis is placed upon program planning procedures and teaching strategies for physical education 5-9 and 9-Adult programs. A 15-hour school based field experience is required.

    Term Offered: (S)
(3)
  
  • P ED 407 Adapted Physical Education

    (3)
    Prerequisites: P ED 239 
    A study of the prevalent disabilities in children and youth and methods of adapting the physical education program to meet the needs of each individual. Recommended for students enrolled in Special Education and/or Physical Education.

    Term Offered: (Fall)
(3)
 

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