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HIST 315 - Contemporary Europe: Century of Violence
Credits: 3
A study of twentieth-century Europe, with emphasis on relations between Nazi Germany and Europe, including the USSR and the United States where applicable. The course explores the rise of ideologies such as nationalism, communism, and fascism, the major wars, and the dominant issues associated with the post-World War II world.
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HIST 316 - Blood and Iron: Imperial Germany, 1871-1918
Credits: 3
A study of the political, social, and cultural development of Imperial Germany from its founding until its destruction during the First World War. The course considers the respective roles that personality (e.g., Bismarck and Kaiser Wilhelm II), class, and religion had in forging a path for the German nation-state.
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HIST 317 - Hitler and the Third Reich
Credits: 3
A study of the rise and reign of Adolf Hitler and National Socialism. The course analyzes the man and the movement within the larger social, economic, and political trends of nineteenth and twentieth-century Germany. The course is structured around a variety of historical debates (i.e., historical continuity versus discontinuity, Hitler as “weak” dictator or “strong” dictator, etc.). This course examines the racial, political, and geopolitical aspects of National Socialism and provides extensive coverage of the Holocaust.
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HIST 318 - The Old Regime and the French Revolution
Credits: 3
A detailed study of the causes and effects of the French Revolution. Topics discussed include the Enlightenment, social conditions, the monarchy, human rights, and the Napoleonic Era. Seminar discussions will be based on both primary and secondary source readings.
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HIST 320 - Colonial America
Credits: 3
A detailed study through readings and discussion of the major issues in colonial life. Topics will range from contact with Native Americans, to the Salem witch trials, to the origins of slavery. Students will examine European settlement patterns in the four regions of British North America, including family, religious, and political life. The course will conclude by studying the social, military, and political strain placed on colonial institutions by the Seven Years’ War.
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HIST 321 - The American Revolution, 1763-1789
Credits: 3
A detailed study through readings and discussion of the unresolved conflicts between Great Britain and her American colonies; the political, military, and social aspects of the revolution; and the postwar problems culminating in the adoption of the Constitution.
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HIST 323 - Civil War and Reconstruction
Credits: 3
A study of the great watershed conflict in American history, with special emphasis on the problems of Black Americans.
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HIST 324 - Depression and War: the United States, 1929-1945
Credits: 3
This course examines the nature of the Great Depression and its effects on the relationship of government to citizens in the United States. It also traces the European and Far Eastern origins of the American involvement in World War II as well as the diplomatic and military conduct of that war.
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HIST 325 - The Age of Anxiety: United States Since, 1945
Credits: 3
An examination of the post war American response to the prospect of living in an uncertain world.
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HIST 327 - History of Chicago
Credits: 3
A study through readings and discussion of Chicago’s development from a frontier village, to a bustling town, to the “Second City,” to a postindustrial metropolis.
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HIST 329 - Revolution! Insurgence in Latin America, Century Latin America
Credits: 3
Why is “social change” such a common notion, yet revolutions are so rare? This course draws upon interdisciplinary theories of revolution and examines conditions and social forces that may lead to-or inhibit-revolution. Case studies include both “successful” revolutions and “failed” efforts, from Mexico to Cuba, Nicaragua to Argentina, and beyond.
General Education: May be used to fulfill the Cultural Diversity course component of the General Education Requirements.
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HIST 333 - Latin America in the Cold War Era
Credits: 3
This course examines the political and social implications of the Cold War throughout Latin America. Study will include the Guatemala coup, the Cuban Revolution, the military dictatorships of the 1970s-1980s, civil wars and revolution in Central America, and Mexico’s “dirty war.”
General Education: May be used to fulfill the Cultural Diversity course component of the General Education Requirements.
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HIST 341 - Revolution and Its Roots: The Making of, Modern China
Credits: 3
A study of the decline of traditional civilization resulting from domestic crises and foreign pressures, and the search for a new orthodoxy in the Chinese revolution.
General Education: May be used to fulfill the Cultural Diversity course component of the General Education Requirements.
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HIST 342 - Tragedy and Triumph: The Making of, Modern Japan
Credits: 3
A study of Japan’s rise to its position as a world power, the tragedy of the war period, and its triumph as an economic power in the postwar world.
General Education: May be used to fulfill the Cultural Diversity course component of the General Education Requirements.
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HIST 350 - Colonialism and Independence:, Understanding Modern Africa
Credits: 3
A topical study of Africa’s struggle for political, economic, and cultural identity in the twentieth century with emphasis on exploring new historiographical methods emerging in African/world history.
General Education: May be used to fulfill the Cultural Diversity course component of the General Education Requirements.
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HIST 351 - Survey of English History and Culture
Credits: 3
A survey of English life from Roman times to the present, emphasizing broad movements, themes, and institutions. Cambridge Center only.
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HIST 355 - Modern Middle Eastern History
Credits: 3
A retrospective look through documents, films, and literature at the history of the region beginning with the rise of Islam and the legacy of early splinter movements that profoundly impact twentieth century history. Particular attention is given to the breakup of the Ottoman Empire and the rise of Zionism in order to contextualize the Arab-Israeli conflict. Lastly, individual countries are studied to enhance understanding of the Middle East’s influence on international affairs.
General Education: May be used to fulfill the Cultural Diversity course component of the General Education Requirements.
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HIST 386 - Internship in History
Credits: 3
Students gain experience working for an organization that utilizes historical applications. Such organizations might include historical museums and historical parks.
Prerequisite(s): junior standing and application in writing to department chair a semester in advance.
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HIST 390 - Topics in History
Credits: 3
A study that covers a particular, large subject in history (e.g., a period or a field), selected according to student interest and instructor choice. This course may be repeated for credit if the selected subjects are different. Appropriate topics may be designated to fulfill the requirement in European history, history of the Americas, or non-Western history. May be repeated for credit, provided that the topics are different.
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HIST 393 - History Through Film
Credits: 3
A study of the relationship among history, film, and theory in a specific geographical and chronological context. Although history majors may take any number of these courses, they may include no more than two in a 30-hour major. May be repeated for credit, provided that the topics are different.
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HIST 394 - Beats and Hippies
Credits: 3
A study of the nature of post-World War II American culture through the examination of a cross section of its critics. Course materials include writings of poets, novelists, essayists, and journalists as well as collections of photos, documentaries, and commercial films.
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HIST 492 - Reading and Discussion Seminars
Credits: 2
Maximum Credits: 3
Full- or half-semester courses cover a variety of subject areas with subtitles and content dependent on student interest and instructor choice. In recent years these have included Slavery in the Americas, History of the American South, American Environmentalism, Pearl Harbor, American Immigration History, and Cuban Revolution. Appropriate topics may be designated to fulfill the requirement in European history, history of the Americas, or non-Western history. May be repeated for credit, provided that the topics are different.
Prerequisite(s): junior or senior standing or consent of the chair of the department.
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HIST 493 - Research Seminar
Credits: 3
This course offers intensive research in both primary and secondary sources and instruction in historical methodology. A major paper constitutes the largest part of the semester’s work. May be repeated for credit, provided that the topics are different.
Prerequisite(s): HIST 300 and history major with junior or senior standing.
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HIST 495 - Supervised Study
Credits: 2
Maximum Credits: 3
An opportunity for students to read a number of significant works on a given topic in history, or to do research and write a major paper on a topic not covered in any scheduled offering of the department. Open to students who have taken at least eighteen credit hours of history and who have obtained the prior consent of both the instructor and the chair of the department. This course may be taken only once from a given instructor, only once per subject area, and only once for a thirty-hour major.
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HIST 497 - Honors Work in History
Credits: 3
Supervised independent study leading to graduation honors in History if HIST 498 is completed.
Prerequisite(s): Chair and Dean’s approval required.
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HIST 498 - Honors Candidacy in History
Credits: 3
Continuation of HIST 497 .
Prerequisite(s): Chair and Dean’s approval required.
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HS 180 - Field Experience I
Credits: 3
Credit Configuration: 0+3, 3 Cr.
This is an experiential observational course in a health-related setting either in the capacity of volunteerism or employment. The primary focus is examining the effect of various social determinants of health on the individual and/or population at-large. This course requires completion of 36 clock hours. S/U grade.
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HS 203 - Human Health and Disease
Credits: 3
Also offered as: PHS 203 .
Overview of basic biological concepts, molecular biology, genetics, and infectious and chronic diseases of public health concern. Biological perspective on public health issues related to chronic and infectious diseases.
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HS 210 - Prevention in Population Health
Credits: 3
Also offered as: PHS 210 .
Introduction to the clinical basis of preventive health care, including human growth and development, nutrition, and immunology. Overview of the goals and methods used for disease prevention.
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HS 280 - Field Experience II
Credits: 4
Credit Configuration: 0+4, 4 Cr.
This is an experiential observational course in a health-related setting either in the capacity of volunteerism or employment. The primary focus of observation is on interdisciplinary and interprofessional communication in a health-related setting. This course requires completion of 48 clock hours. S/U grade.
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HS 302 - Health Care Ethics and Legal Issues
Credits: 3
Also offered as: HCL 302 .
This course examines ethical and legal issues that affect health care delivery, health systems, and public health. Professional values and service are emphasized.
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HS 381 - Field Experience III
Credits: 5
Credit Configuration: 1+4, 5 Cr.
This is an experiential observational course in a health-related setting either in the capacity of volunteerism or employment. The primary focus of this course is on a capstone paper with a self-assessment of all field experiences. This course requires completion of 48 clock hours. All degree requirements must be met prior to beginning this capstone course. S/U grade.
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HS 440 - Exercise and Chronic Health Conditions
Credits: 3
Focuses on the role of health care professionals in assisting individuals, families, and communities to incorporate exercise as an evidence-based strategy for the prevention, treatment, and management of chronic health conditions.
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HS 470 - Health Care Leadership Strategies
Credits: 3
An overview of management and leadership theories as applied in health care environments. Emphasizes essential health care leadership competencies. Focuses on organizational structures and systems, leading change and innovation, and development of values-based cultures. Provides opportunity to discover one’s own leadership abilities.
Prerequisite(s): HS 213.
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IPE 103 - Exploring the Health Professions
Credits: 3
Introduces health care and public health in its social context, from the 18th century to the present day. The class will explore the evolution of health care and public health in the framework of interprofessional roles; professional educational preparation; collaborative relationships; and health, illness, and disease.
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IPE 213 - Social Determinants of Health
Credits: 3
Investigates social determinants of health that influence health outcomes within the United States. Focuses on the need for cultural competence in health professions. Explores opportunities for interprofessional collaboration related to health promotion.
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IPE 233 - Principles of Health Education & Promoti
Credits: 3
Examines social and behavioral theories underlying health education of individuals, families, and communities. Applies teaching and learning principles to promote health across the wellness-illness continuum. Explores health education concepts from an ecological perspective such as health literacy and use of technology for health education and use of technology for health education.
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IPE 253 - Intro to Interprof Comm for Health Pros
Credits: 3
Introduces communication processes involving health service organizational settings. An emphasis will be placed on the examination of concepts including professional language, verbal and nonverbal communication techniques, presentation skills, and interpersonal team dynamics. Explores opportunities for interprofessional communication, principles of persuasion, and conflict resolution using an evidence-based approach.
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IPE 304 - Introduction to Epidemiology
Credits: 3
Provides an introduction to epidemiologic methods and concepts, as used in public health practice and research. Examines documentation of variation in disease occurrence in different populations, rates and their uses to infer varying degrees of causality, bias, and study design.
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IPE 315 - Intro Evid-Bsd Pract Hlth Pros
Credits: 3
Overview of the systematic steps of the research process and the role of the health professional as a research consumer. Emphasizes integration of research findings to establish evidence-based health practices.
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IPE 318 - Global Health Issue
Credits: 3
Immerses students in an interprofessional education (IPE) opportunity that explores social determinants of health from a global perspective. Students will engage in a team-based comparative analysis of selected health care delivery systems from around the world.
General Education: A Writing in the Discipline course. Fulfills the Cultural Diversity General Education requirement.
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IPE 390 - Topics in Interprofessional Education
Credits: 3
An open topic course which may cover specialized areas of health and current concepts and concerns in the delivery of healthcare and public health. The course may be taken more than once for a maximum of six credit hours provided there is not duplication of topics. Selected topics offered to non-College of Nursing and Health Professions majors. S/U grade optional.
Prerequisite(s): determined by the instructor.
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IPE 490 - Topics in Interprofessional Education
Credits: 3
An open topic course which may cover advanced, specialized areas of health and current concepts and concerns in the delivery of healthcare and public health. Selected topics offered to non-College of Nursing and Health Professions majors. S/U grade optional. The course may be taken more than once for a maximum of six credit hours provided there is not duplication of topics.
Prerequisite(s): determined by the instructor.
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JAPN 101 - Beginning Japanese I
Credits: 4
An introduction to the basic grammar of Japanese. Refer to world language credit policies.
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JAPN 102 - Beginning Japanese II
Credits: 4
A continuation of JAPN 101 .
Prerequisite(s): JAPN 101 or equivalent.
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JAPN 200 - Japanese Literary Studies
Credits: 3
Study of selected works of Japanese literature in English translation. Readings represent significant genres and literary periods presented in biographical, historical, and cultural context. The course provides instruction and practice in the writing of careful critical analysis of the readings. May not be counted toward a minor in Japanese.
General Education: Fulfills the Humanities: Literature component of the General Education Requirement.
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JAPN 203 - Intermediate Japanese I
Credits: 4
Reading, writing, and discussion in Japanese on the intermediate level, with a review of Japanese grammar.
Prerequisite(s): JAPN 102 or equivalent.
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JAPN 204 - Intermediate Japanese II
Credits: 4
A continuation of JAPN 203 .
Prerequisite(s): JAPN 203 or equivalent.
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JAPN 250 - Topics in Japanese Literature and the, Fine Arts
Credits: 3
Study of selected works of Japanese literature in English translation and of their correlates in the visual arts and/or music. No knowledge of Japanese required.
General Education: The topic Japanese Poetry and Calligraphy may be used to fulfill the Humanities: Fine and Performing Arts component of the General Education Requirement.
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JAPN 305 - Advanced Japanese I
Credits: 4
Continuation of JAPN 204 . Introduction of extended prose readings. Simple conversation in everyday Japanese.
Prerequisite(s): JAPN 204 or equivalent.
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JAPN 306 - Advanced Japanese II
Credits: 4
Continuation of JAPN 305 . Emphasis on syntax of prose texts; review of grammar. Conversation in everyday Japanese. Composition in the expository style.
Prerequisite(s): JAPN 305 or equivalent.
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JAPN 322 - Readings in Modern Japanese Literature
Credits: 3
Readings in a variety of fictional works by twentieth-century authors in the original Japanese. Discussion of themes and narrative techniques; emphasis on skills required in the study of literary texts.
Prerequisite(s): JAPN 305 or consent of the instructor.
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JAPN 481 - Cooperative Education in Japanese I
Credits: 0.5
Maximum Credits: 3
Work experience with a cooperating employer. Written report required. S/U grade.
Prerequisite(s): 12 credits beyond JAPN 203 and approval of the chair of the department.
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JAPN 482 - Cooperative Education in Japanese II
Credits: 0.5
Maximum Credits: 3
Continuation of JAPN 481 . S/U grade.
Prerequisite(s): JAPN 481 and approval of the chair of the department.
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JAPN 483 - Cooperative Education in Japanese III
Credits: 0.5
Maximum Credits: 3
Continuation of JAPN 481 . S/U grade. May be repeated beyond 483 for additional credit.
Prerequisite(s): JAPN 481 and approval of the chair of the department.
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JAPN 486 - Internship in Japanese
Credits: 1
Maximum Credits: 4
Direct, supervised experience in a cooperating business, government agency, or service agency, involving significant use of Japanese. May not be applied to a minor in Japanese. S/U grade.
Prerequisite(s): consent of the chair of the department.
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JAPN 495 - Supervised Reading and Research in, Japanese
Credits: 1
Maximum Credits: 4
Intended for students capable of doing independent study in Japanese language, civilization, and literature. Research paper required.
Prerequisite(s): consent of the chair of the department.
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KIN 100 - Healthy Lifestyles
Credits: 1
This course is designed for freshmen (and transfer students) and should be taken during their first year of attendance at Valparaiso University. The course is aimed at promoting a concern in each student for their current level of health and physical fitness. The correlation between healthful practices and future physical, mental, and emotional well-being is emphasized.
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KIN 101 - Wellness and Stress
Credits: 1
This course is designed for freshmen (and transfer students) and should be taken during their first year of attendance at Valparaiso University. This course is aimed at helping students understand and identify the body’s reaction to various types of stress. Students will learn about various stressors unique to the college environment. Additionally, students will learn a variety of ways to deal with stress, including coping skills and stress management techniques.
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KIN 102 - Elective Activities
Credits: 0.5
Credit Configuration: 0+1, 0.5 Cr.
Individual, dual, team, indoor, and outdoor activities are presented in various combinations. Each course meets twice a week for seven weeks. S/U grade. A specific activity may not be repeated for credit.
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KIN 150 - Hist&Phil-Phys Ed Hlth Sport
Credits: 2
This course examines the history, philosophy, and principles of physical education, sport, and health and their relationship to modern education. This course is designed to provide the students with an enhanced knowledge of the field of physical education, including its growth and development, emerging trends, and critical factors.
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KIN 151 - Introduction to Exercise Science
Credits: 1
Introduces the student to the exercise science discipline. Examination of concepts including professionalism, ethics, certification and licensure, employment opportunities and scientific foundations of the various sub-disciplines, including exercise physiology, biomechanics, strength and conditioning, physical therapy and occupational therapy.
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KIN 152 - Fundamentals of Sport Managment
Credits: 2
This course is an analysis of effective management strategies and the body of knowledge associated with pursuing a career in sports management. The course introduces the student to sports management career opportunities and to sports principles as they apply to management, leadership style, communication, motivation and entrepreneurship.
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KIN 153 - Fundamentals of eSports Management
Credits: 3
This course offers an overview of the history, evolution, and management of eSports. Students gain an understanding of college level eSports programs, tournament management, and social issues in eSports.
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KIN 158 - Teaching Rhythmic Activities
Credits: 3
The course is designed to provide the prospective physical education teacher with the skills necessary to teach dance, gymnastics, and other rhythmic activities at the elementary and secondary school level.
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KIN 160 - Adv. Lifesaving/Lifeguarding
Credits: 2
Credit Configuration: 1+2, 2 Cr.
Analysis and practice of skills in swimming and lifesaving which lead to an American Red Cross Advanced Lifesaving Certificate. Mini or Summer Session only.
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KIN 192 - Care and Prevention of Sport Injuries
Credits: 1
This course will provide an overview of basic principles of athletic training for those who aspire to be physical education teachers and coaches. This course will prepare students to provide basic health care to athletes.
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KIN 205 - Fundamental Nutrition
Credits: 3
A study of the basic principles of human nutrition. The course emphasizes the importance of nutrition for a healthy life during the life cycle. It describes the bioactive components of food and their absorption by the body. The course also relates energy balance to body composition and weight control. The course presents the relationship between physical activity, athletic performance, and nutrition. Not open to students who have received credit for either BIO 205 or BIO 260 .
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KIN 220 - Coaching Theory
Credits: 3
This course introduces students to many principles of coaching that are applicable across all sports. It offers principles of current coaching practices as well as information on issues that coaches in modern society need to be mindful of, such as social media, nutrition and fitness, and legal responsibilities. It also gives step by step guidance on teaching the necessary skills of several individual and team sports and the opportunity to receive a coaching certification at the completion of the course.
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KIN 222 - Sport Officiating
Credits: 2
Course is designed to give instruction in the officiating of selected sports. The major sports covered in this course are soccer, volleyball, football, basketball, baseball and softball. Standards for officiating and rules for each sport will be included.
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KIN 227 - Obesity in America
Credits: 3
This course will examine the development, science, prevention, and treatment of adult and childhood obesity in society. The course will also review common contributors, consequences, and methods of prevention of excess weight gain and obesity. Through current research and discussion, the students will be provided with current trends, guidelines, and recommendations relating to diet, physical activity, and health behavior in healthy, overweight, and obese populations.
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KIN 228 - Stress Mgmt & Prevention Methods
Credits: 2
This course is designed to teach students the basic principles, theories, and relaxation techniques to effectively manage personal stress. Students will gain a greater understanding of the mind-body relationship, learn to employ a holistic approach to stress, and adopt effective cognitive techniques, coping skills, and relaxation techniques.
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KIN 229 - Consumer Health
Credits: 3
An examination of the factors involved in the selection and evaluation of health services and products. Topics will also include quackery, consumer protection laws and organizations, and health insurance considerations.
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KIN 230 - Personal and Community Health
Credits: 3
This course is designed to introduce updated health information in such areas as: psychosocial health, substance abuse, injuries, death, sexuality, sexually transmitted diseases, fitness, nutrition, stress management, and environmental issues. Students will also examine health issues across cultural perspectives.
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KIN 231 - Substance Abuse and Health
Credits: 3
A study of substance use and abuse in the United States. The course will examine the effects of alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs on the mental, physical, and social well-being of the individual.
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KIN 232 - Stress Management Module 1
Credits: 1
This course provides a basic understanding of stress and its physical, psychological, and social effects. Topics for Module I include: illness/disease; and intrapersonal, interpersonal, and perceptions intervention. Students may take up to three modules per class. Specific modules may not be repeated for credit.
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KIN 234 - Stress Management Module 2
Credits: 1
This course provides a basic understanding of stress and its physical, psychological, and social effects. Topics for Module II include: the relationships between stress and change; self-evaluation; sources of stress; and current coping skills for handling stress including spirituality, meditation, autogenic training, progressive muscle relaxation, and biofeedback. Students may take up to three modules per class. Specific modules may not be repeated for credit.
Prerequisite(s): KIN 232 .
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KIN 236 - Stress Management Module 3
Credits: 1
This course provides a basic understanding of stress and its physical, psychological, and social effects. Module III covers the following topics: physiological interventions; behavior; diversity; occupational stress; college stress; and family and the elderly stress. Students may take up to three modules per class. Specific modules may not be repeated for credit.
Prerequisite(s): KIN 234 .
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KIN 240 - Governance in Sports and Phys Ed
Credits: 3
This course is an examination of sport organizations focused on both professional and amateur governance structures and processes. The study of policy in educational, non-profit, and professional sport venues will also be addressed.
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KIN 242 - Gender and Sport
Credits: 3
This course offers a comprehensive examination of the intersecting themes and concepts surrounding the study of gender and sport. Topics may include gender and sport participation, Title IX, sexual identity, sport media, race, ethnicity, gender, and gender issues in traditional sport and in eSport.
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KIN 250 - Medical Terminology
Credits: 3
This course prepares students to gain proficiency in both the spoken and written communication with the medical language used by health professionals. Course may be useful for students in Kinesiology, Nursing, and any of the Allied Health fields. This course may not be used to fulfill a major requirement.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 151 or BIO 380 .
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KIN 270 - Teaching Swimming
Credits: 2
A study of techniques for teaching swimming and basic lifesaving. This course leads to certification in one of the currently recognized training programs for swimming instructors.
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KIN 273 - Kinesiology Sophomore Research
Credits: 1
Team investigation of a specific area in the field Kinesiology and/or Exercise Science. Students complete team research tasks common to the field and conclude the experience with a written report. S/U grade.
Prerequisite(s): a formal application to the director of exercise science.
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KIN 274 - Kinesiology Junior Research
Credits: 1
Team investigation of a specific area in the field Kinesiology and/or Exercise Science. Students complete team research tasks common to the field and conclude the experience with a written report. S/U grade.
Prerequisite(s): a formal application to the director of exercise science.
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KIN 275 - Methods of Teaching Fitness
Credits: 2
Methods and materials for designing and implementing fitness instruction and assessment in the K‐12 school setting. Topics include: effects of physical activity and inactivity, current fitness assessment procedures, principles and guidelines for developing health related and skill related fitness, and providing a safe learning environment.
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KIN 277 - Physiology of Excercise
Credits: 3
Credit Configuration: 2+2, 3 Cr.
An investigation of the physiological response of the human body to exercise and training, with laboratory experience.
Prerequisite(s): Grade of C- or higher in BIO 152 .
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KIN 289 - Methods of Teaching Elementary Phys Ed
Credits: 3
Credit Configuration: 2+2, 3 Cr.
Focuses on planning, teaching, and evaluating a developmental physical education program for elementary students. Includes lab experiences designed to enhance planning, management, and teaching skills.
Prerequisite(s): sophomore standing.
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KIN 290 - Special Topics in Kinesiology
Credits: 1
Maximum Credits: 3
An open topic course which may investigate various topics pertaining to exercise science, sports management or physical education. May be repeated for credit, provided that the topics are different.
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KIN 310 - Psychology of Sport
Credits: 3
A study of the competitive sports experience, with emphasis on the multidimensional factors involved in the psychology of traditional sport and eSport.
Prerequisite(s): Kinesiology majors/minors only or chair’s approval required. Prerequisite: PSY 110 .
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KIN 315 - Teaching of Team Sports
Credits: 3
This course will prepare students to teach a variety of team sports, including, but not restricted to football, soccer, baseball, softball, volleyball, and basketball. Students will be involved in teaching basic skills, drills, lead-up games, and game play. Rules, regulations, history, and officiating will also be taught.
Prerequisite(s): Kinesiology majors/minors only, or chair’s approval required.
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KIN 320 - Sport, Society, and Ethics
Credits: 3
Sport, Society, and Ethics will study the general relationship between sport and society and help students develop an ethical framework to make decisions as future sports management and eSports management professionals. Students will examine the ways sport is linked to other spheres of social life and the organization and behavior patterns that exist within sport settings. Ethical inquiry will be employed to examine the cultural, structural, and situational factors affecting sports and sport experiences as well as the social processes related to sports such as conflict, competition, cooperation, discrimination, social mobility, democratization, collective behavior, and social change.
Prerequisite(s): KIN 152 .
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KIN 325 - Teaching of Individual and Dual Sports
Credits: 3
This course will prepare students to teach a variety of dual and individual sports, including, but not restricted to golf, badminton, tennis, racquetball, and pickle ball. Students will be involved in teaching basic skills, drills, lead-up games, and game play. Rules, regulations, history, and officiating will also be taught.
Prerequisite(s): Kinesiology majors/minors only, or chair’s approval required. Junior standing and Kinesiology majors/minors only, or chair’s approval required.
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KIN 333 - Management & Development of Facilities
Credits: 3
The course explores planning, developing, and managing sports facilities and eSports competitions. Students examine existing facilities and plan for the development and management of new sports facilities.
Prerequisite(s): KIN 152 .
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KIN 340 - Motor Learning
Credits: 3
Credit Configuration: 2+2, 3 Cr.
This course will expose students to the theoretical perspectives and current principles associated with the control and learning of movement skills. Specifically, the neural and mechanical mechanisms underlying motor behavior and the variables influencing motor learning will be addressed. The course will have applications to kinesiology, exercise science, adapted physical education, and both elementary and secondary physical education.
Prerequisite(s): C- or higher in BIO 151 and BIO 152 .
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KIN 343 - Sport Marketing and Social Media
Credits: 3
Sports Marketing and Social Media presents an overview of the various techniques and strategies used in meeting the wants and needs of consumers in the sport industry as well as understanding how sport can be used to assist in the marketing of other companies and products. Emerging sources such as social media have played an integral role in modern marketing efforts. With this increasing emphasis on integrated social media strategies, there is an irrefutable need for sport professionals and organizations to have end-to-end social media expertise. Through case studies, interactive sessions, and class exercises, students will learn best practices and develop the skills to connect business objectives with marketing strategies, platforms, and tactics in both traditional sports and eSports.
Prerequisite(s): KIN 152 .
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KIN 354 - Recreational Leadership
Credits: 3
This course addresses the concepts of leisure, plan, and recreation, emphasizing the role leisure should play in modern society. Lectures and discussions on societal attitudes toward work and leisure stress the need to keep work and leisure in proper perspective. Students will concentrate on the psychological aspects of optimal experience and quality of life. Community leisure services will be addressed. Assignments will encourage students to explore leisure lifestyle attitudes.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 110 .
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KIN 360 - Adapted Physical Education
Credits: 3
A study of the needs and problems of the exceptional individual with emphasis on adapting appropriate activities to meet these needs.
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KIN 361 - Cardiac Rehabilitation: Theory & Practic
Credits: 3
This course studies physiological responses to exercise, graded exercise testing, and program prescriptions for prevention and rehabilitation. It provides experience in exercise tolerance testing and the reading of electrocardiograms.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 152 .
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KIN 370 - Kinesiology
Credits: 4
Credit Configuration: 3+2, 4 Cr.
This course includes the mechanics and anatomy of human movement and their roles in promoting health and reducing disease. Kinesiology has direct applications to fitness and health, including developing exercise programs for people with and without disabilities, preserving the independence of older people, preventing disease due to trauma and neglect, and rehabilitating people after disease or injury. Course includes a laboratory component.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 151 .
Corequisite(s): MATH 115 or placement higher than MATH 115 on the math placement process.
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KIN 372 - Biomechanics of Sport & Exercise
Credits: 3
Credit Configuration: 2+2, 3 Cr.
This course, a continuation of KIN 370 , introduces students to basic mechanical principles of physical activity and exercise. Includes qualitative and quantitative analyses of exercise, sports, and motion. Course includes a laboratory component.
Prerequisite(s): KIN 370 .
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