May 02, 2024  
2019-20 Undergraduate Bulletin 
    
2019-20 Undergraduate Bulletin ARCHIVED

Course Offerings


  

 

Kinesiology

  
  • KIN 463 - Fundamentals of Strength and Conditioning


    Credit(s): 3

    Selected topics in strength and conditioning relating to fitness and human performance. 
    Prerequisite(s): KIN 353 , KIN 353L  
  
  • KIN 467 - Exercise Testing Field/Clinical


    Credit(s): 3

    This course examines the specific testing procedures used to assess fitness levels and physiological responses during bouts of exercise. Emphasis will be given to lab experiences, data interpretation, and student proficiency in performing and monitoring various tests.
    Course Fee: Course fee $30. Lab Fee: Lab fees $2.50 per semester hour, towel and lock fees $2.50 per semester hour, unless otherwise stated.
    Prerequisite(s): KIN 138, KIN 353, KIN 353L
  
  • KIN 468 - Exercise Psychology


    Credit(s): 3

    This course examines the psychological and behavioral aspects of exercise and physical activity. Focus is placed on current theories and research that influence these aspects, along with direction on how the professional may intervene to enhance exercise initiation and maintenance in individuals.
    Course Fee: Lab fees $2.50 per semester hour, towel and lock fees $2.50 per semester hour, unless otherwise stated.
    Prerequisite(s): KIN 138
  
  • KIN 470 - Senior Seminar


    Credit(s): 3

    Capstone experience for senior-level kinesiology and school health students.
    Prerequisite(s): senior standing and permission of instructor or department advisor
  
  • KIN 475 - Special Problems: Independent Study


    Credit(s): 1-3

    Individual study of a selected special problem under the direction of a faculty member. Conferences between the student and faculty member are required during the semester. Approval from the faculty member directing the study and the department chair or school director is required.
    Repeated: May be repeated for a maximum 6 hours.
  
  • KIN 476 - Principles of Therapeutic Modalities


    Credit(s): 3

    Presentation of theoretical principles and application of therapeutic modalities.
    Course Fee: Course fee $20.
    Prerequisite(s): BIO 238 , BIO 239 ; KIN 387   Co-requisite(s): KIN 476L  
  
  • KIN 476L - Principles of Therapeutic Modalities Lab


    Credit(s): 1

    Presentation of theoretical principles and application of therapeutic modalities.
    Lab Fee: Lab fee $10.
    Prerequisite(s): BIO 238 , BIO 239 ; KIN 387   Co-requisite(s): KIN 476  
  
  • KIN 477 - Challenge Course Facilitation


    Credit(s): 3

    Fundamental principles and procedures used to provide safe, effective challenge course experience for others.
    Prerequisite(s): KIN 276  and KIN 278  
  
  • KIN 478 - Special Topics


    Credit(s): 1-6

    An in-depth study of a selected topic in a given field or discipline. 
    Repeated: May be repeated with different titles maximum 12 hours.
  
  • KIN 480 - Exercise Science Internship


    Credit(s): 1-3

    Supervised work experience in an approved exercise science industry. 
    Concurrently: No
    Prerequisite(s): KIN 353, senior standing and permission from department chair/internship coordinator
  
  • KIN 487 - Activities for Special Populations


    Credit(s): 3

    Characteristics and implications of special population children as related to activities and activity programs.

Kinesiology Activity

  
  • KIN 105L - Soccer Lab


    Credit(s): 1

    Rules, strategy and techniques of soccer.
    Lab Fee: Lab fee $10.
  
  • KIN 106L - Volleyball Lab


    Credit(s): 1

    The rules, strategy and techniques of volleyball.
    Lab Fee: Lab fee $10.
  
  • KIN 110L - Jogging Lab


    Credit(s): 2

    Individual jogging and conditioning programs to start the student at his/her present level of fitness.
  
  • KIN 111L - Flag Football Lab


    Credit(s): 1

    Conditioning exercises included.
  
  • KIN 112L - Basketball Lab


    Credit(s): 1

    Conditioning exercises included.
    Lab Fee: Lab fee $10.
  
  • KIN 114L - Tennis Lab


    Credit(s): 2

    Rules, equipment, conditioning and court etiquette.
    Lab Fee: Lab fee $10.
  
  • KIN 115 - Bowling


    Credit(s): 1

    Etiquette, scoring and terminology. 
    Course Fee: Course fee $30.
  
  • KIN 116 - Scuba Diving


    Credit(s): 2

    Demonstration of classroom knowledge, confined water skills and open-water training dives required for certification as a recreational diver. 
    Course Fee: Course fee $225.
  
  • KIN 119L - Taekwondo Lab


    Credit(s): 2

    Forms, kicks, hand techniques, sparring strategies used in self-defense.
    Lab Fee: Lab fee $10.
  
  • KIN 200L - Special Studies in Games, Sports and Activities Lab


    Credit(s): 1-2

    Topics course that changes according to student need and interest.
    Repeated: May be repeated for a maximum 10 hours.
    Lab Fee: Lab fee $10.
  
  • KIN 209L - Beginning Swimming Lab


    Credit(s): 2

    Floating, front and back strokes and safety skills.
  
  • KIN 210L - Intermediate Swimming Lab


    Credit(s): 2

    Five basic swimming strokes and related water skills.
  
  • KIN 211L - ARC Lifeguarding Lab


    Credit(s): 2

    May receive certificate upon completion of course. 
    Lab Fee: Lab fee $10.
    Prerequisite(s): ability to swim 500 yards continuously using the five basic strokes
  
  • KIN 212L - ARC Water Safety Instructor Program Lab


    Credit(s): 3

    Organization and teaching techniques.
    Lab Fee: Lab fee $10.
  
  • KIN 216L - Intermediate Tennis Lab


    Credit(s): 2

  
  • KIN 217 - Advanced Scuba


    Advanced techniques of scuba, including rescue techniques. Diver Certification required.
  
  • KIN 217L - Advanced Scuba Lab


    Credit(s): 2

    Advanced techniques of scuba, including rescue techniques. Diver Certification required.
    Lab Fee: Lab fee $10.
  
  • KIN 219L - Advanced Taekwondo Lab


    Credit(s): 2

    Advanced forms, hand techniques, sparring strategy used in self-defense.
    Lab Fee: Lab fee $10.
  
  • KIN 221L - Weight Training Lab


    Credit(s): 1

    Includes isometric and isotonic devices. Emphasis on understanding the physical effects of overload principles.
    Lab Fee: Lab fee $10.
  
  • KIN 230L - Badminton Lab


    Credit(s): 1

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    Lab Fee: Lab fee $10.
  
  • KIN 244L - Golf Lab


    Credit(s): 1

    Lab Fee: Lab fee $10.
  
  • KIN 262L - Racquetball Lab


    Credit(s): 1

    Lab Fee: Lab fee $10.
  
  • KIN 270L - Angling Lab


    Credit(s): 1

    Angling techniques, safety and equipment. Students will be required to provide their own equipment.
    Lab Fee: Lab fee $10.
  
  • KIN 276 - Basic Climbing I


    Credit(s): 2

    Introduction to climbing, including belaying, rappelling, knots and safety with experiences incorporating an indoor climbing wall and ropes course high elements.
    Course Fee: Course fee $25.
  
  • KIN 278 - Adventure Education


    Credit(s): 2

    Personal challenging activities, including initiative games, indoor rock climbing, rappelling and ropes course elements.
    Course Fee: Course fee $25.

Latin

  
  • LAT 131 - Elementary Latin I


    Credit(s): 3

    Introduction to the grammar, syntax and vocabulary of classical Latin with attention to historical, cultural and literary background.
  
  • LAT 132 - Elementary Latin II


    Credit(s): 3

    Further development of Latin morphology, syntax and vocabulary; reading of selected texts.
    Prerequisite(s): C or better in LAT 131  or equivalent
  
  • LAT 231 - Intermediate Latin I


    Credit(s): 3

    Review and expansion of the vocabulary, grammar and syntax learned in LAT 131  and LAT 132  with an increased emphasis on translating Latin passages.
    Prerequisite(s): C or better in LAT 131  and LAT 132  or equivalent
  
  • LAT 232 - Intermediate Latin II


    Credit(s): 3

    A continuation of LAT 231 .
    Prerequisite(s): C or better in LAT 131 , LAT 132  and LAT 231  or equivalent
  
  • LAT 495 - Independent Study: Latin


    Credit(s): 1-4

    Reading and discussion of excerpts from the works of a classical author of the instructor’s choice; if the work chosen is poetry, scansion of Latin verse.
    Prerequisite(s): LAT 131 , LAT 132 , LAT 231 , and LAT 232 

Latin American Studies

  
  • LAS 300 - Introduction to Latin-American Studies


    Credit(s): 3

    Team-taught course representing a variety of disciplines that prepare students for the minor by acquainting them with the broad view countries and regions; people, traditions and cultures; major events and movements; important political and cultural figures; and significant and representative cultural products, such as literature, music and dance.
  
  • LAS 315 - Culture and Tradition in Latin America


    Credit(s): 3

    Exploration and study of culture and tradition, including topics such as health practices in Latin America, Latin-America film studies or country-specific area studies.
    Repeated: May be repeated once for credit with change of topic.
  
  • LAS 450 - Capstone Seminar in LAS


    Credit(s): 3

    Independent study on selected topic, including study abroad opportunities relevant to student’s major field of interest. Interdisciplinary research integrates at least three areas of study about Latin America. Research paper required.
  
  • LAS 475 - Advanced Independent Studies in LAS


    Credit(s): 1-3

    Individual instruction, conference and research on selected topic, including study-abroad opportunities relevant to the student’s major field of interest. Interdisciplinary research integrates at least three areas of study about Latin America. Research paper required.
    Repeated: May be repeated once with a different topic.

Management

  
  • MGT 100 - Overview of Management: Trends and Functional Specialties


    Credit(s): 1

    Specialized course designed to provide students with an overview of the functional specialties of the management profession, trends and current events within management, and general qualifications and responsibilities required within the management profession to meet the changing environment of modern organizations. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements in management.
  
  • MGT 272 - Management Productivity Systems


    Credit(s): 3

    Introduction to information system concepts encountered in various business disciplines. Emphasis on productivity software skills with focus on techniques for gathering business information, as well as structuring, manipulating and presenting data to support managerial decision-making in a business environment.
  
  • MGT 325 - Principles of Sports Business


    Credit(s): 3

    This course will provide students with knowledge, skills and information about general principles and current trends in sports business. Students who have an interest in pursuing further study of the world of sports business at any level (private business, fitness clubs, high school athletics, college athletics, professional sports, etc.) will benefit from learning the intricacies of the broad sports business industry. Topics will include sports economics, sports marketing, sports promotion, international sports and sports management. 
    Prerequisite(s): junior standing
  
  • MGT 366 - Entrepreneurial Family Firms


    Credit(s): 3

    Students starting or continuing a family business must be aware of the intricate dynamics of handling the interactions between family and business systems, and this course suggests how to integrate the entrepreneurial mindset into these dynamics for firm survival. 
    Prerequisite(s): junior standing
  
  • MGT 370 - Management Principles


    Credit(s): 3

    Management philosophy, functions of management and behavioral approaches to management, including the impact of demographic diversity on organizations. Presentation of management as a discipline and a process. 
    Prerequisite(s): sophomore standing
  
  • MGT 371 - Operations Management


    Credit(s): 3

    Concepts and techniques in management of productive activity in service and manufacturing systems. 
    Prerequisite(s): MGT 272 MTH 220 , junior standing
  
  • MGT 372 - Supply Chain Management


    Credit(s): 3

    Overview of supply chain management, a total systems approach to managing the entire flow of information, materials and services from raw materials through suppliers, operations, factories, warehouses and distribution to the end customers. 
    Prerequisite(s): MGT 370  (MGT 371  may be taken concurrently)
  
  • MGT 373 - Human Resource Management


    Credit(s): 3

    Introduction to human resource management; employment, placement and human resource planning; training and development; compensation and benefits; employee and labor relations; health, safety and security; human resource research.
    Prerequisite(s): junior standing
  
  • MGT 377 - Organizational Behavior


    Credit(s): 3

    Study of human behavior in organizational settings, the interface between human behavior and the organization, and structure and process of the organization itself. 
    Prerequisite(s): sophomore standing
  
  • MGT 379 - Employee and Labor Relations


    Credit(s): 3

    Employee-employer relationships in non-unionized and unionized settings; problems and theories of union organizing, collective bargaining and contract administration.
    Prerequisite(s): sophomore standing
  
  • MGT 380 - Quantitative Management Methods


    Credit(s): 3

    Introduction to quantitative techniques for decision-making, including linear programming, goal programming, integer programming, non-linear programming, transportation, assignment method programming and network flow models. 
    Prerequisite(s): MGT 371 , sophomore standing
  
  • MGT 383 - Purchasing and Materials Management


    Credit(s): 3

    Purchasing function and its integration as a subsystem into material planning, procurement, movement and storage activities within an organization. Includes purchasing management, purchasing policy and procedures, and material and logistic system components. 
    Prerequisite(s): sophomore standing
  
  • MGT 385 - Organizational Leadership


    Credit(s): 3

    This course explores basic theories, perspectives and insights found in the field of organizational leadership. Leadership theories are examined in light of their practical application in various situations/contexts, including international aspects of organizational leadership.
    Prerequisite(s): sophomore standing
  
  • MGT 390 - Principles of Entrepreneurship


    Credit(s): 3

    Study of special circumstances surrounding starting and managing a small business. Special emphasis on service and retailing as well as small-scale manufacturing operations. 
  
  • MGT 395 - Career Planning


    Credit(s): 1

    Preparation for job search: interviewing techniques, development of résumés and letters of application, and career planning. 
    Pass/Fail: Pass or Fail. (May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements in management.)
  
  • MGT 422 - International Management


    Credit(s): 3

    Management processes and practices in international business operations. Examination of managerial functions, such as planning, organizing, communicating, staffing, motivating and controlling in the international business environment. 
    Prerequisite(s): senior standing
  
  • MGT 444 - Project Management


    Credit(s): 3

    This course studies the concepts, issues and approaches important in effectively managing projects. Topics include project selection, project planning, negotiation, budgeting, scheduling, resource allocation, project control, project auditing, and project termination. Topics are viewed from a managerial perspective.
  
  • MGT 461 - Supervisory Management


    Credit(s): 3

    Techniques involved in supervision: cases in handling morale, discipline, communication, grievances and other phases of employee and labor relations. 
    Prerequisite(s): junior standing
  
  • MGT 463 - Business Policy and Strategy


    Credit(s): 3

    Formulation and implementation of strategy in the organization, emphasizing the integration of decisions in functional areas.
    Prerequisite(s): BLW 335 , ECO 339 , FIN 333 , GBU 325 , MGT 370 , MGT 371 , MKT 351 , junior standing
  
  • MGT 464 - Entrepreneurial Field Studies


    Credit(s): 3

    Student teams, drawing from basic concepts developed in class and lectures, act as consultants to entrepreneurial firms facing problems associated with growth or the pursuit of opportunity.
    Prerequisite(s): ACC 231 , CSC 121 , MGT 370  and MKT 351  
  
  • MGT 470 - Topics in Management


    Credit(s): 1-6

    In-depth study of selected topics in management. Titles and topics will vary. 
    Repeated: May be repeated with a change of topic up to a maximum of 6 hours total credit.
  
  • MGT 471 - Services Management


    Credit(s): 3

    Concepts and issues in the management of services. 
  
  • MGT 472 - Management Information Systems


    Credit(s): 3

    Overview of organizational and technological issues involved in information systems from a management perspective. 
    Prerequisite(s): MGT 272  and senior standing
  
  • MGT 475 - Special Problems in Management


    Credit(s): 1-3

    Individual instruction in management. 
    Prerequisite(s): 15 hours of MGT
  
  • MGT 476 - Internship in Management


    Credit(s): 1-3

    Supervised on-the-job application of management skills.
  
  • MGT 480 - Sports Analytics


    Credit(s): 3

    The theory, development and application to shape game strategy, player selection and evaluation, sports operation and other current topics.
    Prerequisite(s): MTH 220 , junior standing
  
  • MGT 484 - Compensation and Benefits


    Credit(s): 3

    Wage and salary administration in private and public organizations; total compensation systems; interrelationships among employee performance, intrinsic and extrinsic rewards, perceived equitable payments, employee satisfaction; employee benefits and employee incentive programs. 
    Prerequisite(s): MGT 373  
  
  • MGT 485 - Entrepreneurship: Opportunity Assessment


    Credit(s): 3

    An extension and application of the skills and knowledge developed in MGT 390 , including preparation of a feasibility study for a new or substantially changed business.
    Prerequisite(s): MGT 390  or consent of instructor

Marketing

  
  • MKT 100 - Overview of Marketing: Trends and Functional Specialties


    Credit(s): 1

    Specialized course designed to provide students with an overview of functional areas of marketing studies, trends and current events within these areas, as well as general qualifications and responsibilities required within the marketing profession to meet the changing environment of modern society and organizations. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements in marketing.
  
  • MKT 351 - Principles of Marketing


    Credit(s): 3

    Basic marketing processes and concepts, functions, institutions, environment, techniques and factors in marketing management. 
    Prerequisite(s): sophomore standing
  
  • MKT 352 - Advertising and Promotion


    Credit(s): 3

    Introduction to theory and practice of advertising and promotion. 
    Prerequisite(s): junior standing
  
  • MKT 353 - Personal Selling


    Credit(s): 3

    Sales theory, techniques, strategy and salesperson characteristics.
    Prerequisite(s): junior standing
  
  • MKT 354 - Retailing


    Credit(s): 3

    Retail marketing institutions and their operations. 
    Prerequisite(s): MKT 351  
  
  • MKT 355 - Consumer Behavior


    Credit(s): 3

    Behavior of consumers and influences on buyer behavior, consumption patterns, and implications for marketing research and decisions. 
    Prerequisite(s): MKT 351  
  
  • MKT 357 - Distribution Channels


    Credit(s): 3

    Comprehensive study of marketing distribution channels, including historical development, economic justification, design, selection and management. 
    Prerequisite(s): MKT 351  
  
  • MKT 358 - Sports Marketing


    Credit(s): 3

    Marketing concepts, theories and practices in the sports industry. Topics include the unique qualities of the sports industry in relation to business and marketing strategy, including product, promotion, pricing and distribution practices of sports marketing. 
    Course Fee: Course fee $70.
  
  • MKT 360 - Marketing of Services


    Credit(s): 3

    Examination of the unique aspects of service organizations within the field of marketing. 
    Prerequisite(s): sophomore standing
  
  • MKT 362 - Sports Promotion


    Credit(s): 3

    Concepts, techniques, research and strategy in sports promotion and advertising in the sports industry. 
    Course Fee: Course fee $70.
  
  • MKT 425 - Systems and Internet Marketing


    Credit(s): 3

    An integrative overview of marketing information systems and internet marketing with an emphasis on major strategic opportunities, issues and problems. Covers the use of information systems and technology to interact, collaborate and transact business with the company’s customers, employees, suppliers, partners and society.
    Prerequisite(s): MGT 272 MKT 351  
  
  • MKT 452 - International Marketing


    Credit(s): 3

    International marketing decisions based on cultural, social, political, legal and economic factors. 
    Prerequisite(s): MKT 351 , junior standing
  
  • MKT 454 - Business-to-Business Marketing


    Credit(s): 3

    Comprehensive study of the nature and scope of industrial or business-to-business markets: product management, pricing, promotion and distribution. Also covers assessing industrial marketing opportunities and industrial competitive strategies.
    Prerequisite(s): MKT 351  
  
  • MKT 455 - Marketing Research


    Credit(s): 3

    Current research techniques to obtain marketing information for effective business decisions. 
    Prerequisite(s): CSC 121 , MKT 351 , MTH 220  
  
  • MKT 456 - Sales Management


    Credit(s): 3

    Management of field sales personnel, including motivation, sales territories and administrative functions. 
    Prerequisite(s): MKT 351 , junior standing
  
  • MKT 457 - Strategic Marketing


    Credit(s): 3

    Strategy, concepts and techniques in the total business organization with emphasis on marketing planning and decision-making. 
    Prerequisite(s): MKT 351 , MKT 355  and MKT 452  
  
  • MKT 458 - International Sports Marketing


    Credit(s): 3

    An examination of sports marketing in a global society with an emphasis on the marketing platforms created internationally through contrasting the U.S. sport industry with foreign markets. The class promotes awareness of the magnitude of the global expansion and development of the sports industry. Current sports industry relevant topics are introduced. 
    Prerequisite(s): junior standing
  
  • MKT 470 - Topics in Marketing


    Credit(s): 1-6

    In-depth study of selected topics in marketing. Titles and topics will vary. 
    Repeated: May be repeated with a change of topic up to a maximum of 6 hours total credit.
    Prerequisite(s): MKT 351  or consent of instructor
  
  • MKT 475 - Special Problems in Marketing


    Credit(s): 1-3

    Individual instruction in marketing.
    Prerequisite(s): 15 hours of MKT
  
  • MKT 486 - Internship in Marketing


    Credit(s): 1-3

    Supervised on-the-job application of marketing skills. 

Mass Communication

  
  • MCM 101 - Survey of Mass Communication


    Credit(s): 3

    This is an introductory course designed to acquaint the student with the process of mass communication. Students must complete MCM 101 with a grade of C or better before advancing in the major.
  
  • MCM 205 - Media Writing


    Credit(s): 3

    Fundamental principles of writing news across platforms of print, broadcast and online. Writing enhanced.
    Course Fee: Course fee $35.
    Co-requisite(s): MCM 205L  
  
  • MCM 205L - Media Writing Lab


    Credit(s): 0

    Fundamental principles of writing news across platforms of print, broadcast and online. Writing enhanced.
    Lab Fee: Lab fee $35.
    Co-requisite(s): MCM 205  
  
  • MCM 210 - Multimedia Production


    Credit(s): 3

    A toolbox course designed to acclimate students to the basic programs, techniques and concepts utilized within the discipline of mass media.
    Course Fee: Course fee $58.
  
  • MCM 212 - Audio Production


    Credit(s): 3

    Theory and practice in elementary sound recording for radio and television.
    Concurrently: No
    Course Fee: Course fee $50.
    Co-requisite(s): MCM 212L
  
  • MCM 212L - Audio Production Lab


    Credit(s): 0

    Theory and practice in elementary sound recording for radio and television.
    Course Fee: Course fee $10.
    Co-requisite(s): MCM 212  
  
  • MCM 250 - Photographic Journalism I


    Credit(s): 3

    Study and practice of photography as a major component of journalism. Emphasis is on basic photography skills. Learn how words and visuals work together to tell a story while gaining proficiency in industry-standard editing software.
 

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