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Requirements for the Master of Education in Exercise and Sport Science
Requirements for the Master of Science in Exercise and Sport Science
Requirements for the Master of Science in Athletic Training
Requirements for the Doctor of Education in Exercise and Sport Science
Requirements for the Master of Science / Doctor of Philosophy in Exercise and Sport Science
Requirements for the Doctor of Philosophy in Exercise and Sport Science
ESS Exercise and Sport Science Courses
Faculty
Professors
Diane L. Gill, Ph.D.
Sport and exercise >psychology, social psychological aspects of physical activity and well-being across the lifespan.
Allan H. Goldfarb, Ph.D.
Exercise physiology, hormonal/oxidative stress, muscle damage, glycogen metabolism.
Thomas J. Martinek, Ed.D.
Psycho-social dynamics of teaching and coaching, teacher education, research design and statistics.
David H. Perrin, Ph.D.
Athletic training/sports medicine, ACL injury risk factors.
Kathleen Williams, Ph.D.
Coordination and control of movement in aging adults, evaluation and validation of movement sequences.
Associate Professors
Paul G. Davis, Ph.D.
Cardiovascular risk factors, lipoprotein metabolism and factors related to vascular endothelium control with exercise.
Jennifer L. Etnier, Ph.D.
Mental health benefits of physical activity, exercise and cognitive performance in older adults (Interim Head of Department).
Katherine M. Jamieson, Ph.D.
Social inequities in exercise and sport specifically dealing with women of color and gender and class issues in sport.
William B. Karper, Ed.D.
Exercise effects on ill/disabled children and adults, older adults and immunity.
Randy J. Schmitz, Ph.D.
Athletic training/sports medicine, muscle training, performance, and fatigue, therapeutic modalities in orthopedic rehabilitation.
Sandra J. Shultz, Ph.D.
Athletic training/sports medicine, ACL injury risk factors, sex differences on knee stability (Director of Graduate Study).
Laurie Wideman, Ph.D.
Exercise endocrinology, body composition and obesity and gender differences in growth hormone in response to exercise.
Adjunct Associate Professors
Daniel Bensimhon, M.D.
Exercise physiology.
Lavon Williams, Ph.D.
Sport and exercise psychology.
Assistant Professors
Jolene M. Henning, Ed.D.
Athletic training/sports medicine, evidence-based educational practices, clinical education, learning theories.
Kurt Kornatz, Ph.D.
Neuromuscular processes involved in human movements with an emphasis on changes due to aging, exercise, and fatigue.
Renee Newcomer Appaneal, Ed.D.
Sport and exercise psychology, psychological aspects of sport injury and rehabilitation, performance psychology, professional issues.
Adjunct Assistant Professors
John C. Lalonde, M.D.
Athletic Training Education Program.
Stephen D. Lucey, M.D.
Sports medicine/athletic training.
Academic Professional Associate Professors
Pamela Kocher Brown, Ed.D.
Pedagogy, sociohistorical perspectives, activities program.
John Richards, Ed.D.
Activity instruction program.
Academic Professional Assistant Professors
Susan W. Stevens, Ed.D.
Sports medicine/athletic training.
Nancy Stoudemire, M.S.
Sports medicine/Helping Older People Exercise (HOPE).
Overview
The Department of Exercise and Sport Science offers master’s degree programs in several areas of study including: exercise physiology, sport and exercise psychology, school and community youth sport studies, sports medicine, motor behavior, and athletic training.
Students who wish to pursue the Master of Science or Master of Education degree in exercise and sport science may apply for either the thesis/project option (30 hours minimum) or the course work only option (36 hours minimum). All master’s students may take a general course of study in exercise and sport science. Concentrations in applied neuromechanics, exercise physiology, school and community youth sport studies, and sport and exercise psychology are offered in the M.S. thesis/project option. Concentrations in exercise physiology, motor behavior, sport and exercise psychology, and sports medicine are offered in the M.S. course work only option. A concentration in school and community youth sport studies is also available in the M.Ed. course work only option.
The entry-level Master of Science in Athletic Training, accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE), provides academic and clinical instruction sufficient for eligibility to sit for the National Athletic Trainers’ Association Board of Certification (BOC) Examination.
M.S.A.T Admission Requirements
Admission to the M.S.A.T. is competitive, limited, and not guaranteed to those who meet the minimum requirements. In addition to the admission requirements set forth by The Graduate School, applicants must also submit supplemental materials to the Department of Exercise and Sport Science and the Director of the Athletic Training Education Program as described at www.uncg.edu/ess/atep. The following prerequisites are required for admission eligibility and consideration and must be verifiable during the application process:
- Satisfactory completion (C or better) of prerequisite coursework in human anatomy (lecture and lab), human physiology (lecture and lab) ,exercise physiology, biomechanics/kinesiology, nutrition, and personal health. (Course syllabi must be submitted to the Program Director with the application.)
- A minimum of 200 hours of clinical observation/experience under a Certified Athletic Trainer within 2 years prior to program application.
The application deadline is January 15 of each calendar year after which qualified applicants will be invited by the Program Director to an on-campus visit for a personal interview at the applicant’s expense. Students must also verify that they can comply with the program’s technical standards. Detailed information regarding the application process, technical standards, expenses, prerequisites, and post-admission requirements are available at www.uncg.edu/ess/atep.
Requirements for the Master of Education in Exercise and Sport Science
The Department of Exercise and Sport Science offers a program of study leading to a Master of Education degree. The thesis/project option requires a minimum of 30 hours and the course work only option requires a minimum of 36 hours. A minimum of 24 hours must be completed in the department.
Core Requirements (6 hours)
One course in each of the two discipline-focused areas is selected in consultation with the advisor. Other courses may be acceptable with instructor and advisor approval.
Sociohistorical/Behavioral Studies (3 hours)
Acceptable courses include:
ESS 630 Sport and Society: Social Inequalities (3)
ESS 632 Sport and Society: Global and Ethnic Relations (3)
ESS 644 Psychology of Sport and Exercise (3)
ESS 647 Motor Development and Human Movement (3)
ESS 648 Learning and Performance of Physical Skills (3)
ESS 656 Psycho-Social Aspects of Teaching Physical Education and Sport (3)
Biophysical Studies (3 hours)
Acceptable courses include:
ESS 576 Nutrition and Physical Fitness (3)
ESS 579 Exercise and Older Adults (3)
ESS 643 Mechanical Analysis of Motor Skills (3)
ESS 670 Physiology of Exercise (3)
ESS 718 Cardiovascular Aspects of Exercise Physiology (3)
ESS 719 Muscular Aspects of Exercise Physiology (3)
Research Techniques (3 hours)
ESS 611 Research Methods for Exercise and Sport Science (3)
Thesis/Project Option (21 hours)
Physical Education (3 hours)
ESS 655 Analysis of Teaching Behavior (3)
Electives (12 hours)
With approval of the advisor, the student selects 12 hours of course work in the School of Education. The following course is strongly recommended:
ESS 656 Psycho-Social Aspects of Teaching Physical Education and Sport (3)
Research and Thesis (6 hours) (Capstone)
One of the following:
ESS 698 Field Project in Exercise and Sport Science (6)
ESS 699 Thesis (6)
Course work Only Option (27 Hours)
Physical Education (3 hours)
ESS 655 Analysis of Teaching Behavior (3)
Electives (24 hours)
With approval of the advisor, the student selects 24 hours of elective course work with a minimum of 6 hours taken in the School of Education. ESS 656 Psycho-Social Aspects of Teaching Physical Education and Sport (3) is strongly recommended.
Integrative Experience (Capstone)
With approval of the advisor, the student selects one of the following (if a course option is selected, the hours are included in electives):
- Comprehensive Examination. The student’s advisor and two other Graduate Faculty members, in consultation with the student, develop one comprehensive examination question that requires integration of various bodies of knowledge related to the student’s course of study. The question should also be related to the student’s particular professional focus. The student may use the full range of available scholarly resources including discussion with faculty in developing the answer. The completed answer must be submitted within six weeks after receiving the question. All three faculty members evaluate the questions using “pass” and “not pass” standards.
- ESS 595 Exercise Science Internship (3) or (6)
- ESS 694 Internship in Sport and Exercise Science (3-6)
- ESS 695 Independent Study (1-3)
- ESS 697 Field Practicum in Exercise and Sport Science (3-6)
SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY YOUTH SPORT STUDIES CONCENTRATION (27 hours)
Concentration Core (6 hours)
ESS 520 Physical Activity Programs for the Underserved Youth (3) or ESS 656 Psycho-Social Aspects of Teaching Physical Education and Sport (3)
ESS 655 Analysis of Teaching Behavior (3) or ESS 663 Supervision of Physical Education (3)
And a minimum of 12 hours from the following:
ESS 519 Mentoring in Community Youth Development Programs (3)
ESS 521 Evaluation of Physical Activity Programs in Youth Development (3)
ESS 652 Curriculum Development in Physical Education (3)
CUI 545 Diverse Learners (3)
CUI 555 Multicultural Education (3)
CUI 610 Integrating Technology into Subject Matter Instruction (3)
CUI 650 The Interaction of Classroom Management and Instruction (3)
CUI 654 Teaching Models and Analysis of Instruction (3)
CUI 669 Educational Implications of Learning and Developmental Theory (3)
ELC 581 Teaching in the Urban School (3)
ELC 604 Moral Dimensions of Education (3)
ELC 615 Foundations of Curriculum (3)
ELC 662 Power, Politics and Schools (3)
ELC 679 History of Education in the United States (3)
CED 610 Helping Relationships (3)
HEA 617 Conflict Resolution and Coalition Building (3)
RPT 613 Recreation, Parks and Tourism Management (3)
Integrative Experience (3 hours minimum) (Capstone)
ESS 694 Internship in Sport and Exercise Science (3-6) or ESS 695 Independent Study (1-3) or ESS 697 Field Practicum in Exercise and Sport Science (3-6)
Elective (3 hours)
Three credit hours are chosen from required courses or integrative experiences listed above.
Requirements for the Master of Science in Exercise and Sport Science
The Department of Exercise and Sport Science offers a program of study leading to a Master of Science degree. The thesis/project option requires a minimum of 30 hours and the course work only option requires a minimum of 36 hours. A minimum of 24 hours must be completed in the department.
Core Requirements (6 hours)
One course in each of the two discipline-focused areas is selected in consultation with the advisor. Other courses may be acceptable with instructor and advisor approval.
Sociohistorical/Behavioral Studies (3 hours)
Acceptable courses include:
ESS 630 Sport and Society: Social Inequalities (3)
ESS 632 Sport and Society: Global and Ethnic Relations (3)
ESS 644 Psychology of Sport and Exercise (3)
ESS 647 Motor Development and Human Movement (3)
ESS 648 Learning and Performance of Physical Skills (3)
ESS 656 Psycho-Social Aspects of Teaching Physical Education and Sport (3)
Biophysical Studies (3 hours)
Acceptable courses include:
ESS 576 Nutrition and Physical Fitness (3)
ESS 579 Exercise and Older Adults (3)
ESS 643 Mechanical Analysis of Motor Skills (3)
ESS 670 Physiology of Exercise (3)
ESS 718 Cardiovascular Aspects of Exercise Physiology (3)
ESS 719 Muscular Aspects of Exercise Physiology (3)
Research Techniques (3 hours)
ESS 611 Research Methods for Exercise and Sport Science (3)
Thesis/Project Option
Research and Thesis (6 hours) (Capstone)
One of the following:
ESS 698 Field Project in Exercise and Sport Science (6)
ESS 699 Thesis (6)
Electives (15 hours)
With approval of the advisor, the student selects 15 hours of course work that constitute a specialized knowledge base relevant to the student’s academic interests and goals. For those seeking a concentration in applied neuromechnics, exercise physiology, or sport and exercise psychology, the 15 hours are designated below. For those seeking a concentration in school and community youth sport studies, 12 of the 15 hours are designated below.
APPLIED NEUROMECHANICS CONCENTRATION
Concentration Core (9 hours)
Acceptable courses include:
ESS 643 Mechanical Analyses of Motor Skills (3)
ESS 647 Motor Development and Human Movement (3)
ESS 648 Learning and Performance of Physical Skills (3)
ESS 661 Movement Therapy (3)
ESS 702 Research Seminar in Applied Neuromechnics (1-3)
ESS 719 Muscular Aspect of Exercise Physiology (3)
ESS 730 Neural Aspect of Motor Control (3)
Concentration Electives (6 hours)
With approval of the advisor, the student selects 6 hours of elective course work.
EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY CONCENTRATION
Core Required Course (3 hours)
ESS 670 Physiology of Exercise (3) (Satisfies Biophysical Core Requirement)
Concentration Core (6 hours)
Acceptable courses include:
ESS 570 Development and Implementation of Fitness Programs (3)
ESS 576 Nutrition and Physical Fitness (3)
ESS 579 Exercise and Older Adults (3)
ESS 650 Scientific Factors Affecting Human Performance (3)
ESS 665 Physical Activity and Health (3)
ESS 667 Execise Elctrocardiography and Cardiopulmonary Medications (3)
ESS 668 Advanced Exercise Assessment (3)
ESS 669 Advanced Exercise Prescription (3)
ESS 675 Applied Human Work Physiology (3)
ESS 679 Exercise and Older Adults: Advanced (3)
ESS 696 Laboratory Technology in Exercise Science (1-2)
ESS 718 Cardiovascular Aspects of Exercise Physiology (3)
ESS 719 Muscular Aspects of Exercise Physiology (3)
Concentration Electives (9 hours)
With approval of the advisor, the student selects 9 hours of elective course work.
SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY YOUTH SPORT STUDIES CONCENTRATION
Concentration Core (12 hours)
ESS 520 Physical Activity Programs for the Underserved Youth (3) or ESS 656 Psycho-Social Aspects of Teaching Physical Education and Sport (3)
ESS 655 Analysis of Teaching Behavior (3) or ESS 663 Supervision of Physical Education (3)
And a minimum of 6 hours from the following:
ESS 519 Mentoring in Community Youth Development Programs (3)
ESS 521 Evaluation of Physical Activity Programs in Youth Development (3)
ESS 652 Curriculum Development in Physical Education (3)
CUI 545 Diverse Learners (3)
CUI 555 Multicultural Education (3)
CUI 610 Integrating Technology into Subject Matter Instruction (3)
CUI 650 The Interaction of Classroom Management and Instruction (3)
CUI 654 Teaching Models and Analysis of Instruction (3)
CUI 669 Educational Implications of Learning and Developmental Theory (3)
ELC 581 Teaching in the Urban School (3)
ELC 604 Moral Dimensions of Education (3)
ELC 615 Foundations of Curriculum (3)
ELC 662 Power, Politics and Schools (3)
ELC 679 History of Education in the United States (3)
CED 610 Helping Relationships (3)
HEA 617 Conflict Resolution and Coalition Building (3)
RPT 613 Recreation, Parks and Tourism Management (3)
SPORT AND EXERCISE PSYCHOLOGY CONCENTRATION
Core Required Course (3 hours)
ESS 644 Psychology of Sport and Exercise (3) (Satisfies Sociocultural/Behavioral Core requirement)
Concentration Core (6 hours)
Acceptable courses include:
ESS 635 Gender Issus in Exercise and Sport (3)
ESS 645 Exercise Psychology (3)
ESS 665 Physical Activity and Health (3)
ESS 695 Independent Study (Sport and Exercise Psychology topic) (1-3)
ESS 743 Psychological Aspects of Sport Injury (3)
ESS 744 Applied Sport Psychology (3)
ESS 745 Social Psychology and Physical Activity (3)
ESS 746 Practicum in Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology (1-6)
ESS 748 Advanced Topics in Sport and Exercise Psychology (topics vary) (3)
Concentration Electives (9 hours)
With approval of the advisor, the student selects 9 hours of elective course work.
COURSE WORK ONLY OPTION
Integrative Experience (Capstone)
With approval of the advisor, the student selects one of the following (if a course option is selected, the hours are included in electives):
- Comprehensive Examination. The student’s advisor and two other Graduate Faculty members, in consultation with the student, develop one comprehensive examination question that requires integration of various bodies of knowledge related to the student’s course of study. The question should also be related to the student’s particular professional focus. The student may use the full range of available scholarly resources including discussion with faculty in developing the answer. The completed answer must be submitted within six weeks after receiving the question. All three faculty members evaluate the questions using “pass” and “not pass” standards.
- ESS 595 Exercise Science Internship (3) or (6)
- ESS 694 Internship in Sport and Exercise Science (3-6)
- ESS 695 Independent Study (1-3)
- ESS 697 Field Practicum in Exercise and Sport Science (3-6)
Electives (27 hours minimum)
With approval of the advisor, the student selects a minimum of 27 hours of course work that constitutes a specialized knowledge base relevant to the student’s academic interests and goals. For those seeking a concentration in exercise physiology, motor behavior, or sport and exercise psychology, the specific course requirements follow.
EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY CONCENTRATION
Core Required Course (3 hours)
ESS 670 Physiology of Exercise (3) (Satisfies Biophysical Core Requirement)
Concentration Core (12 hours minimum)
Acceptable courses include:
ESS 570 Development and Implementation of Fitness Programs (3)
ESS 576 Nutrition and Physical Fitness (3)
ESS 579 Exercise and Older Adults (3)
ESS 650 Scientific Factors Affecting Human Performance (3)
ESS 665 Physical Activity and Health (3)
ESS 667 Execise Elctrocardiography and Cardiopulmonary Medications (3)
ESS 668 Advanced Exercise Assessment (3)
ESS 669 Advanced Exercise Prescription (3)
ESS 675 Applied Human Work Physiology (3)
ESS 679 Exercise and Older Adults: Advanced (3)
ESS 696 Laboratory Technology in Exercise Science (1-2)
ESS 718 Cardiovascular Aspects of Exercise Physiology (3)
ESS 719 Muscular Aspects of Exercise Physiology (3)
Concentration Electives (15 hours)
With approval of the advisor, the student selects 15 hours of elective course work.
MOTOR BEHAVIOR CONCENTRATION
Concentration Core (12 hours)
Acceptable courses include:
ESS 643 Mechanical Analyses of Motor Skills (3)
ESS 647 Motor Development and Human Movement (3)
ESS 648 Learning and Performance of Physical Skills (3)
ESS 651 Motor Behavior and Aging (3)
ESS 661 Movement Therapy (3)
ESS 695 Independent Study (3)
ESS 719 Muscular Aspect of Exercise Physiology (3)
ESS 730 Neural Aspect of Motor Control (3)
Concentration Electives (15 hours)
With approval of the advisor, the student selects 15 hours of elective course work.
SPORT AND EXERCISE PSYCHOLOGY CONCENTRATION
Core Required Course (3 hours)
ESS 644 Psychology of Sport and Exercise (3) (Satisfies Sociocultural/Behavioral Core requirement)
Acceptable courses include:
ESS 635 Gender Issus in Exercise and Sport (3)
ESS 645 Exercise Psychology (3)
ESS 665 Physical Activity and Health (3)
ESS 695 Independent Study (Sport and Exercise Psychology topic) (1-3)
ESS 743 Psychological Aspects of Sport Injury (3)
ESS 744 Applied Sport Psychology (3)
ESS 745 Social Psychology and Physical Activity (3)
ESS 746 Practicum in Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology (1-6)
ESS 748 Advanced Topics in Sport and Exercise Psychology (topics vary) (3)
Concentration Electives (21 hours)
With approval of the advisor, the student selects 21 hours of elective course work.
SPORTS MEDICINE CONCENTRATION
Concentration Core (12 hours minimum)
Acceptable courses include:
ESS 576 Nutrition and Physical Fitness (3)
ESS 638 Therapeutic Modalities (3)
ESS 640 Rehabilitation Techniques for Athletic Injuries (3)
ESS 643 Mechanical Anlaysis of Motor Skills (3)
ESS 670 Physiology of Exercise (3)
ESS 708 College Teaching in Exercise and Sport Science (1)
ESS 709 Mentored Teaching in Exercise and Sport Science (2)
ESS 720 Pathophysiology and Pharmacology (3)
ESS 725 Management and Professional Issues in Athletic Training (3)
ESS 730 Neural Aspect of Motor Control (3)
ESS 743 Psychological Aspects of Sport Injury (3)
Concentration Electives (15 hours)
With approval of the advisor, the student selects 15 hours of elective course work.
Requirements for the Master of Science in Athletic Training
The Department of Exercise and Sport Science offers a graduate program leading to a 46 hour Master of Science in Athletic Training (M.S.A.T.)degree.
Core Requirements (6 hours)
ESS 743 Psychological Aspects of Sport Injury (3)
ESS 638 Therapeutic Modalities (3)
Research Techniques (3 hours)
ESS 611 Research Methods for Exercise and Sport Science (3)
Athletic Training Requirements (25 hours)
ESS 536 Anatomical Basis of Athletic Injury (2)
ESS 634 Athletic Training Foundations (2)
ESS 636 Athletic Injury Evaluation (3)
ESS 637 Athletic Injury Evaluation Laboratory (1)
ESS 639 Therapeutic Modalities Laboratory (1)
ESS 640 Rehabilitation Techniques for Athletic Injuries (3)
ESS 641 Rehabilitation Techniques Laboratory (1)
ESS 703 Optimizing Athletic Performance (1)
ESS 704 Athletic Training Seminar (1)
ESS 705 Applied Rehabilitation Concepts (1)
ESS 720 Pathophysiology and Pharmacology (3)
ESS 721 Athletic Training Clinical Education VI (3)
ESS 725 Management and Professional Issues in Athletic Training (3)
Integrative Experience (12 hours)
ESS 620 Athletic Training Clinical Experience (6) (taken two times for 3 hours each in the first two semesters of the student’s program of study)
*ESS 697 Field Practicum in Exercise and Sport Science (6) (taken two times for 3 hours each in the last two semesters of the student’s program of study)
*Indicates Capstone Experience
Non-credit Professional Development Requirements
In addition to the 46 credit hours of course work, students are required to gain approximately two weeks of clinical experience during assigned pre-season athletic practices during August of each year in the program. Students are also required to attend weekly in-services and journal club sessions during each of the fall and spring semesters in the program.
Requirements for the Doctor of Education in Exercise and Sport Science
The Department of Exercise and Sport Science offers a program of study leading to the Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) degree with a minimum of 63 hours of course work. The Ed.D. is for experienced exercise and sport science professionals with a minimum of 3 years of practical experience in their respective field who desire to obtain a professional doctorate that focuses on professional practice and multidisciplinary issues.
Of the 63 hours of required course work, a minimum of 24 hours must be completed in ESS, excluding dissertation hours.
Teaching and Learning (6 hours minimum)
Students select a minimum of 6 hours from the following. Other courses may be acceptable with advisor and committee approval.
ESS 652 Curriculum Development in Physical Education (3)
ESS 655 Analysis of Teaching Behavior (3)
ESS 656 Psycho-Social Aspects of Teaching Physical Education and Sport (3)
ESS 663 Supervision of Physical Education (3)
ESS 708 College Teaching in Exercise and Sport Science (3)
CUI 607 Adult Learning and College Teaching (3)
CUI 611 Survey of Adult Education (3)
CUI 662 Curriculum in Higher Education (3)
CUI 664 Teaching Problem Solving (3)
ELC 609 Epistemology and Education (3)
Leadership in Exercise and Sport Science (6 hours minimum)
Students select a minimum of 6 hours from the following. Other courses may be acceptable with advisor and committee approval.
ESS 725 Management and Professional Issues in Athletic Training (3)
CUI 606 Administration of Higher Education (3)
CUI 612 Current Issues in Higher Education (3)
CUI 661 Higher Education in the U.S. (3)
CUI 663 Program Planning in Postsecondary Education (3)
Interdisciplinary Concepts (6 hours minimum)
Students select a minimum of 6 hours from the following and must include 2 different subdisciplinary areas. Other courses may be acceptable with advisor and committee approval.
ESS 630 Sport and Society: Social Inequalities (3)
ESS 632 Sport and Society: Global and Ethnic Relations (3)
ESS 635 Gender Issues in Exercise and Sport (3)
ESS 643 Mechanical Analysis of Motor Skills (3)
ESS 644 Psychology of Sport and Exercise (3)
ESS 647 Motor Development and Human Movement (3)
ESS 648 Learning and Performance of Physical Skills (3)
ESS 665 Physical Activity and Health (3)
ESS 670 Physiology of Exercise (3)
ESS 710 Sport and Feminisms (3)
ESS 743 Psychological Aspects of Sport Injury (3)
CUI 745 Higher Education: Equity, Inclusion, and Learning (3)
Research/Inquiry/Problem-Solving (9 hours)
With the approval of the advisory, students select at least 9 hours from the following. Other courses may be acceptable with advisor and committee approval.
ESS 611 Research Methods for Exercise and Sport Science (3)
ESS 614 Qualitative Inquiry in Health and Human Performance (3)
CUI 675 Teacher as Researcher (3)
CUI 730 Qualitative Research Design in Curriculum and Instruction (3)
ERM 604 Methods of Educational Research (3)
ERM 617 Statistical Methods in Education (3)
ERM 642 Evaluation of Educational Programs (3)
ERM 643 Applied Educational Evaluation (3)
ERM 668 Survey Research Methods in Education (3)
Background Coursework in Support of Dissertation (12 hours)
With the approval of the advisory committee, the student selects at least 12 hours of course work relevant to the dissertation and ultimate professional goals. This may be a combination of traditional coursework and independent study (no more than 6 hours of independent study). This course work may be taken in exercise and sport science and/or other departments at UNCG.
Seminar (6 hours)
ESS 750 Seminar in Exercise and Sport Science (3)
ESS 751 Advanced Research Seminar in Exercise and Sport Science (3)
Internship (6 hours)
ESS 694 Internship in Sport and Exercise Science (3-6)
Dissertation (12 hours)
ESS 799 Dissertation (12)
Requirements for the Master of Science / Doctor of Philosophy in Exercise and Sport Science
The Department of Exercise and Sport Science offers a combined M.S./Ph.D. Track that consists of a minimum of 78 hours beyond the baccalaurete degree. Exceptional students who have an appropriate baccalaureate degree and who demonstrate superior ability and a high level of motivation and dedication to research and learning are eligible to apply directly into the M.S./Ph.D. Track. Current master’s degree students in exercise and sport science who wish to pursue the Ph.D. may apply once they have completed at least 18 credits of foundational coursework in their discipline, have demonstrated dedication to research, and have not yet formally proposed their thesis.
It is anticipated that the Plan of Study for the M.S./Ph.D. Track will reasonably span 5 years. By the end of Year 2, students will enroll in a minimum of 6 hours of integrative/research related activity to meet the requirements of the M.S. degree if they choose not to continue on to completion of the Ph.D. degree. For those students already enrolled in the M.S. degree, it is expected their M.S. coursework will already include many of the foundational courses for their discipline. In this case, additional coursework in Years 3 and 4 will primarily consist of intensive research and dissertation credit hours. Specific coursework will be determined by the student’s advisor and advisory committee, consistent with each sub-discipline. A general outline of requirements follows:
Requirements (78 Hours Minimum)
- Core courses (6 hours) – One course each in discipline-focused areas of sociohistorical/behavioral and biophysical studies
- Integrated experience (6 hours)
- Research methods (3 hours)
- Research tools and statistics (12 hours)
- Independent doctoral research (ESS 795) or equivalent (minimum of 6 hours)
- Electives in major concentration area (33 hours)
- Dissertation (12 hours)
Items 1-3 plus 15-21 hours of electives are required to complete requirements for the M.S. degree. (See the requirements for the M.S. Thesis and Non-Thesis options.) Items 1-7 are required to complete the M.S./Ph.D. degree requirements. A minimum of 9 credits must be in courses numbered 750 and above.
Program Progression
| Year 1: | 18 hours of coursework, to include courses related to the research process |
| Benchmark: Preliminary screening (early/mid semester 2) | |
| Year 2: | 18 hours of coursework, to include courses related to the research process |
| Benchmark: Oral and written demonstration of research competence (end of semester 2) | |
| Years 3-4: | Completion of remaining coursework |
| Benchmark: Comprehensive examination (oral and written) | |
| Year 5: | 12 hours dissertation |
| Benchmark: Completion of and oral defense of dissertation |
Required Benchmarks
Continued progression in the M.S./Ph.D. track is contingent on satisfactory progress through each year of study. Progress will be formally assessed each Spring as follows:
Year 1: Preliminary Screening (Early/Mid Spring)
The preliminary screening will consist of a formal evaluation of the scholarly work completed from the time of admission through the completion of 18 hours of coursework (counting work in progress in a current term). This screening must occur during the second semester of study, so that a decision can be made prior to admission and graduate assistantship decisions for the upcoming Fall. An advisory committee consisting of a minimum of 3 members (the student’s advisor, Director of Graduate Study, and at least one other) will conduct the first year preliminary screening review. The intent is to determine relatively early in students academic careers whether or not they display the high quality of academic achievement necessary to pursue and successfully complete the doctoral degree. Excellent students will be encouraged to continue in the program. Students who do not meet the requirements will be strongly urged through counseling by their advisory/dissertation committee to complete the M.S. degree level and pursue other intellectual/career avenues.
Procedures for Preliminary Screening Review are available on the ESS web site www.uncg.edu/ess/phd-prelim.html.
In order to progress to Year 2, all members of the student’s preliminary screening committee must review all criteria and confirm satisfactory progress in the preliminary evaluation.
Year 2: Research Competence (End of Spring Semester)
Students will be expected to be actively engaged in research from the beginning of their studies in Year 1. In Year 2, students will be expected to complete a comprehensive research project by the end of their second year of study. This project should encompass all aspects of the research process, including the following:
- Conception and design of the project
- Acquisition and reduction of the data
- Analysis and interpretation of the data
- Written summary of the work (e.g. Submission ready manuscript)
- Oral presentation of the work
To progress to Year 3, the student’s M.S./Ph.D. advisory committee must approve the work.
Year 4: Comprehensive Examination
When the student has completed a minimum of ¾ of the course work (60 hours) contained in the program of study and completed the research skill requirements, they are then eligible to take the comprehensive examinations. Each doctoral student is required to pass the doctoral preliminary examinations which consist of both a written and oral examination, per the guidelines of The Graduate School and the Department of Exercise and Sport Science.
For more information and a sample program of study, please visit www.uncg.edu/ess/grad.html.
Requirements for the Doctor of Philosophy in Exercise and Sport Science
The Department of Exercise and Sport Science offers a graduate program of study leading to a Ph.D. degree with a minimum of 60 semester hours. Some students are required to take additional hours beyond the minimum. Students may choose to take a general course of study in exercise and sport science or choose from three concentration areas: applied neuromechanics, exercise physiology, and sport and exercise psychology. Students must complete a minimum of 24 hours in ESS, excluding dissertation hours.
Research Techniques (12 hours)
With the approval of the Advisory Committee, the student selects at least 12 hours of course work focused on research techniques.
Electives (36 hours)
With the approval of the Advisory Committee, the student selects at least 36 hours of course work tailored to meet his/her particular academic goals. This should include: course work in a specialized knowledge base and course work in other areas of exercise and sport science and/or other departments. For those seeking a concentration in applied neuromechanics, exercise physiology, or exercise and sport psychology the 35 hours are designated as follows.
Collateral Expertise
The student is expected to work on research projects beyond those required in courses and to demonstrate to the faculty of the Department that progress in these endeavors is satisfactory.
The Department does not recognize summer session as part of the residency requirement for Ph.D. students. Two consecutive 16-week semesters of study in which a student is enrolled for a minimum of 6 hours of course work each term is needed to satisfy the residency requirement. Course work taken in summer sessions may, of course, be included in a student’s program.
APPLIED NEUROMECHANICS CONCENTRATION
Concentration Core (24 hours)
ESS 643 Mechanical Analyses of Motor Skills (3)
ESS 702 Seminar in Applied Neuromechanis (3)
ESS 708 College Teaching in Exercise and Sport Science (1)
ESS 709 Mentored Teaching in Exercise and Sport Science (2)
ESS 719 Muscualr Aspects of Exercise Physiology (3)
ESS 730 Neural Aspects of Motor Control (3)
ESS 795 Independent Doctoral Research (6)
ESS 798 Doctoral Seminar in Grant Writing (3)
Concentration Electives (12 hours)
With approval of the advisor, students must complete a minimum of 12 hours of course work in other areas of exercise and sport science.
EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY CONCENTRATION
Concentration Core (9 hours)
ESS 670 Physiology of Exercise (3)
ESS 718 Cardiovascular Aspects of Exercise Physiology (3)
ESS 719 Muscular Aspects of Exercise Physiology (3)
And 12 hours selected from the following:
ESS 576 Nutrition and Physical Fitness (3)
ESS 650 Scientific Factors Affecting Human Performance (3)
ESS 665 Physical Activity and Health (3)
ESS 667 Execise Elctrocardiography and Cardiopulmonary Medications (3)
ESS 668 Advanced Exercise Assessment (3)
ESS 669 Advanced Exercise Prescription (3)
ESS 675 Applied Human Work Physiology (3)
ESS 679 Exercise and Older Adults: Advanced (3)
ESS 696 Laboratory Technology in Exercise Science (1-2)
ESS 701 Research Topic in Exercise Science (3)
ESS 7** Endocrinology Aspects of Exercise Physiology (3) (pending)
Required Research prior to Dissertation (6 hours minimum)
ESS 695 Independent Study (3-6)
ESS 795 Independent Doctoral Research (3-6)
Concentration Electives (9 hours)
With approval of the advisor, students must complete a minimum of 9 hours of course work in other areas of exercise and sport science.
SPORT AND EXERCISE PSYCHOLOGY CONCENTRATION
Concentration Core (9 hours)
Specialization area courses relate to the student’s research focus and sport/exercise psychology interests. Course work should include advanced sport/exercise psychology courses (e.g., ESS 744, 745, advanced topics). Acceptable courses include:
ESS 635 Gender Issues in Exercise and Sport (3)
ESS 644 Psychology of Sport and Exercise (3)
ESS 645 Exercise Psychology (3)
ESS 665 Physical Activity and Health (3)
ESS 695 Independent Study (Sport and Exercise Psychology topic) (1-3)
ESS 743 Psychological Aspects of Sport Injury (3)
ESS 744 Applied Sport Psychology (3)
ESS 745 Social Psychology and Physical Activity (3)
ESS 746 Practicum in Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology (1-6)
ESS 748 Advanced Topics in Sport and Exercise Psychology (topics vary) (3)
ESS 795 Independent Doctoral Research (3)
Concentration Electives (27 hours)
With approval of the advisor, students must complete a minimum of 27 hours of elective course work.
Formal Reviews and Examinations
The student must pass each of the reviews and examinations listed below. See this catalog and the ESS Graduate Handbook for details.
- Approval of Plan of Study
- Preliminary examination
- Dissertation proposal approval
- Advancement to candidacy
- Final oral examination
Dissertation (12 hours)
ESS 799 Dissertation (12)
ESS Exercise and Sport Science Courses
A minimum GPA of 2.3 at UNCG is required for an undergraduate to enroll in 500-level ESS courses.
| 519 | Mentoring in Community Youth Development Programs (2) |
| Service learning experience mentoring an elementary or middle school youth in a community sport program. On campus seminars required. May be repeated for credit. | |
| 520 | Physical Activity Programs for Underserved Youth (3:3) |
| Overview of community-based programs designed to meet the needs of underserved youth; roles of universities and community agencies in such programs; development of leadership skills. | |
| 521 | Evaluation of Physical Activity Programs in Youth Development (3:3) |
| Pr. 520 Examination of traditional and nontraditional strategies for effective youth program evaluation; attention to analysis and interpretation of data used in conducting such evaluations. | |
| 522 | Internship in Community Youth Sport Development Programs (12:1:36) |
| Pr. 520 and 521 or permission of instructor Variety of field experiences in a community setting. | |
| 530 | Play, Games, and Sport (3:3) |
| Examination of major conceptualizations of play, games, and sport; comparisons and contrasts among the concepts. | |
| 531 | Issues in Competitive Sports for Children and Youth (3:3) |
| Pr. permission of instructor In-depth examination of significant issues related to competitive sports in the lives of today’s children and youth. Special attention given to studying the roles and responsibilities of the adults involved. | |
| 532 | Women in Sport and Physical Activity (3:3) |
| Pr. junior standing or higher in exercise and sport science or women’s studies, or permission of instructor Examination of women’s experiences in sport and physical activity. Consideration of historical, biological, psychological and socio-cultural perspectives. | |
| 535 | Exercise Science/Fitness Internship (3:0:8) |
| Pr. 575 and 568 and permission of instructor Field experience in fitness leadership in qualified agencies providing fitness programs. Students must purchase professional liability insurance. | |
| 536 | Anatomical Basis of Athletic Injury (2:1:3) |
| Pr. undergraduate anatomy and physiology The link between anatomical structure, function, and athletic injury evaluation; the functional consequence of injury and rehabilitation on anatomical structures. | |
| 545 | Psychology of Coaching (3:3) |
| Pr. PSY 121 or permission of instructor Overview of sport psychology principles applied to the teaching and coaching of sport activities. Primarily for students who do not take the graduate sports psychology sequence. | |
| 550 | Sports Clinic (1) |
| Designed to improve teaching and coaching techniques in various sports utilizing current game strategies. | |
| 559 | Water Exercise for Therapy and Rehabilitation (3:2:2) |
| Pr. 375 or 376 (may be taken concurrently) Design and implement aquatic therapy exercise programs for persons with injuries or disabilities. Aquatic exercise/stretching protocols will be based on an understanding of anatomical structure and movement. | |
| 560 | Aquatic Therapeutic Modalities (3:2:2) |
| Pr. 459 or 559 recommended or permission of instructor Topics include mobility assessment and identification of contraindications for movement therapies used in therapeutic aquatics: development of techniques and protocols to increase mobility/decrease pain in persons with disability/injury. | |
| 563 | Development of Physical Education in the Western World (3:3) |
| Historical overview of the development of physical education in Western civilization from classical times to the present age. | |
| 565 | History of the Olympic Games (3:3) |
| Development of the Olympic Games movement in both the ancient world and the modern era. Consideration of cultural, philosophical, political, economic, and performance perspectives. | |
| 567 | Measurement and Evaluation in Physical Education (3:3) |
| Survey of tests and application of measurement in physical education. Elementary testing procedures. | |
| 570 | Development and Implementation of Fitness Programs (3:3) |
| Pr. 468 and 469, GPA of 2.5, and admission to the fitness leadership concentration, or permission of instructor; grades of C (2.0) or better in all required ESS courses Preparation in planning, designing, developing, organizing, programming, implementing, directing and evaluating fitness programs. | |
| 571 | Physical Education for Individuals with Special Needs (3:3) |
| Pr. 381 or permission of instructor Advanced study of physical education for mentally and physically disabled persons. Clinical experience is provided. | |
| 576 | Nutrition and Physical Fitness (3:3) |
| Pr. BIO 277 and NTR 213 or equivalent required; ESS 375 or 575 recommended Metabolism during exercise, ergogenic aids, nutrients’ effects on performance, and body composition alterations during training. Gender and age-specific needs and responses to exercise and dietary intake. (Same as NTR 576) | |
| 578 | Needs Assessment of Persons with Disabling Conditions (3:3) |
| Pr. permission of instructor Determination of gross motor and perceptual/gross motor performance needs of handicapped persons. Analysis of published and teacher-made instruments. Construction of new tests for physical education for persons with special needs in physical activity. | |
| 579 | Exercise and Older Adults (3:3) |
| Pr. junior admission only by permission of instructor Basic principles underlying exercise/aging. The delivery of exercise information and the conduct of exercise programs for older adults. | |
| 589 | Experimental Course |
| This number reserved for experimental courses. Refer to the Course Schedule for current offerings. | |
| 595 | Exercise Science Internship (3:1:10) or (6:1:20) |
| Pr. permission of instructor; cumulative GPA of 2.50 or better; admission to the fitness leadership concentration; completion of all ESS core courses and additional concentration courses
except 570; grades of "C" or better in all required ESS courses. Coreq. 570 must be taken prior to or concurrent with 595. Application process must be completed prior to registration. Supervised field experience in qualified agencies. Application process required for permission to register. Course involves specific assignments, supervision, seminars on campus, and evaluation of student’s performance. May be repeated for credit if taken for 3 hours; total credits may not exceed 6 hours. | |
| 606 | Workshops in Physical Education (1-3) |
| Practices, problems, and new approaches in physical education. Individual study and writing. May be repeated for credit. | |
| 609 | Critical Analysis of Professional Literature in Physical Education (3:3) |
| Understanding and practicing of written and oral skills involving critical reasoning and analysis, applied to current sources in physical education. | |
| 610 | Statistical Methods for Exercise and Sport Science (3:3) |
| Basic statistics with applications for exercise and sport science. | |
| 611 | Research Methods for Exercise and Sport Science (3:3) |
| Concepts and methods of research for exercise and sport science; formulation of problems, design and methodologies, evaluation of research, development of research proposals. | |
| 612 | Research in Exercise and Sport Science II: Advanced Topics (3:3) |
| Pr. 611 or permission of instructor Examination of selected strategies, methods, statistical or interpretative analytic processes used in exercise and sport science research. May be repeated for credit when topic varies. | |
| 613 | The Meaning and Significance of Physical Education (3:3) |
| Integration and application of principles related to the art and science of human movement as a foundation for a practical philosophy of contemporary physical education. | |
| 614 | Qualitative Inquiry in Health and Human Performance (3:3) |
| Concepts and methods of qualitative research in health and human performance. Philosophical and practical approaches to collection, management, analysis, and presentation of qualitative data. | |
| 617 | Current Theories and Practice of Teaching Sports (3:3) |
| Contemporary approaches to sports analysis and sports teaching in instructional physical education. | |
| 620 | Athletic Training Clinical Experience (3:0:20) |
| Pr. admission to the M.S.A.T. degree program Supervised field experience in an assigned athletic training clinical setting. Students are required to complete 300 clock hours under the supervision of an approved clinical instructor. Must be taken twice. | |
| 630 | Sport and Society: Social Inequalities (3:3) |
| Pr. 330, introductory sociology, or permission of instructor Survey of current theories and research in the sociological study of sport, physical activity, and exercise; focus on sport and major social institutions, social inequalities, and social change. | |
| 632 | Sport and Society: Global and Ethnic Relations (3:3) |
| Pr. 630 or permission of instructor Structural and ideological dimensions of international, national, and local sport. Analysis of the political economy of sport, including colonialism, neo-colonialism, national identities, and social movements. | |
| 634 | Athletic Training Foundations (2:1:3) |
| Pr. formal acceptance in the M.S.A.T. degree program or permission of instructor Introduction to athletic training emphasizing concepts and skills of prevention of athletic injuries, and management of life-threatening and catastrophic injuries. | |
| 635 | Gender Issues in Exercise and Sport (3:3) |
| Interdisciplinary seminar emphasizing psycho-social issues and feminist perspectives on gender relations in sport and physical activity. Topics include historical, biological, psychological and socio-cultural influences and interrelations. | |
| 636 | Athletic Injury Evaluation (3:3) |
| Pr. 390, 376, or permission of instructor Recognizing and evaluating orthopedic injuries commonly sustained in the athletic environment. Additional topics include the body’s pathological response to injury and methods of documentation. | |
| 637 | Athletic Training Clinical Education III (3:2:4) |
| Pr. formal acceptance in the M.S. in athletic training program or permission of instructor Laboratory sessions and supervised field experience to develop clinical skills in the evaluation of athletic injuries. Lab fee for supplies required. | |
| 638 | Therapeutic Modalities (3:3) |
| Pr. BIO 271, 277, or permission of instructor Theoretical foundation of therapeutic modalities as a component of athletic injury reconditioning programs. Theory and clinical aspects of delivery of therapeutic modalities are examined. | |
| 639 | Athletic Training Clinical Education V (3:2:4) |
| Pr. formal acceptance in the M.S. in athletic training program or permission of instructor, Coreq. 638 Laboratory sessions and supervised field experience to develop clinical skills in assessing posture and applying therapeutic modalities. Lab fee for supplies required. | |
| 640 | Rehabilitation Techniques for Athletic Injuries (3:3) |
| Pr. BIO 271, 277, or permission of instructor Awareness, understanding, and application of principles and skills pertaining to rehabilitation of injuries in physically active populations. | |
| 641 | Athletic Training Clinical Education IV (3:2:4) |
| Pr. formal acceptance in the M.S. in athletic training program or permission of instructor Laboratory sessions and supervised field experience to develop clinical skills in instruction of therapeutic exercise. A $25 lab fee for supplies required. | |
| 643 | Mechanical Analysis of Motor Skills (3:3) |
| Mechanical principles applied to the teaching and analysis of selected sports activities; evaluation of modern bio-mechanical techniques. | |
| 644 | Psychology of Sport and Exercise (3:3) |
| Pr. introductory psychology or permission of instructor Theories and research related to sport psychology; individual differences, motivation and social influence processes related to sport and exercise behavior. | |
| 645 | Exercise Psychology (3:3) |
| Pr. 644, 575 or permission of instructor Examination of the effects of exercise on various factors (e.g., stress, mood) and the effects of psychological variables (e.g., biofeedback, motivation) on exercise. | |
| 646 | Theoretical Considerations of Physical Education for Children (3:3) |
| Theories upon which the current physical education program for children ages 4-12 are based. Relationship between theory and practice and implications for teacher education. | |
| 647 | Motor Development and Human Movement (3:3) |
| Changes of motor behavior over time and factors that affect these changes. Ability to observe movement and interpret it developmentally. Laboratory experiences. | |
| 648 | Learning and Performance of Physical Skills (3:3) |
| Pr. general and developmental psychology (9 hrs.), or permission of the instructor Application of principles of learning to the learning and performance of physical skills, including the social, emotional, and personality factors affecting skill acquisition. | |
| 650 | Scientific Factors Affecting Human Performance (3:3) |
| Assessment and analysis of human performance through the application of basic principles and current research in biomechanics and exercise physiology. | |
| 651 | Motor Behavior and Aging (3:3) |
| Changes in motor behavior at the upper end of the life span, focuses on improvement/maintenance of quality of life and activities of daily living. | |
| 652 | Curriculum Development in Physical Education (3:3) |
| Modern principles and practices in curriculum construction and current theories of physical education. | |
| 653 | History of American Sport and Exercise Science (3:3) |
| Study of development of sport and exercise science in the U. S. with special emphasis on the evolving institutional involvement of schools and colleges. | |
| 654 | Seminar in Curriculum Development in Physical Education (3:3) |
| Pr. 652, ELC 615, or permission of instructor Current theories and research in curriculum and instruction in the field of physical education. | |
| 655 | Analysis of Teaching Behavior (3:3) |
| Pr. previous teaching experience at elementary, secondary, or college level, or by permission of instructor Techniques of observation instruments for identifying and evaluating teacher behaviors. Extends the research competencies of those interested in the dynamics of student-teacher relationships. | |
| 656 | Psycho-Social Aspects of Teaching Physical Education and Sport (3:3) |
| Pr. previous teaching experiences or permission of instructor Social and psychological factors that influence instructional interactions and the perceptions of teachers, coaches and students. | |
| 657 | Teacher Education in Physical Education (3:3) |
| Theoretical and practical dimensions of teacher education programs in physical education as reflected in current texts, accreditation standards, and research in teaching and teacher education. Limited field work included. | |
| 661 | Movement Theory (3:3) |
| The theoretical structure of human movement; opportunity for developing an individual theory of movement. | |
| 663 | Supervision of Physical Education (3:3) |
| Current theoretical approaches to supervision. Practice in using tools for observing teacher behavior in physical education setting. | |
| 665 | Physical Activity and Health (3:3) |
| Pr. 375 or equivalent or permission of instructor Health benefits and risks of physical activity/exercise. Course content parallels the 1996 U.S. Surgeon General’s report Physical Activity and Health with updated referencing. | |
| 667 | Exercise Electrocardiography and Cardiopulmonary Medications (3:3) |
| Pr. 375 or equivalent or permission of instructor. Coreq. 670 or permission of instructor Electrocardiography and mechanisms/side effects of cardiopulmonary medications most likely encountered in clinical exercise settings. Particularly appropriate for students interested in cardiopulmonary rehabilitation and clinical exercise testing. | |
| 668 | Advanced Exercise Assessment (3:2:2) |
| Pr. 468 or equivalent, 670, or permission of instructor Exercise testing for cardiorespiratory fitness and disease diagnosis. Knowledge of ECG interpretation and cardiorespiratory pharmacology applied to clinical exercise testing. Also covers body composition and musculoskeletal fitness testing. | |
| 669 | Advanced Exercise Prescription (3:3) |
| Pr. 670 or permission of instructor Prescription of exercise for healthy, at-risk, and diseased individuals. Covers exercise prescription objectives for American College of Sport’s Medicine’s Exercise Specialist and Health Fitness certifications. | |
| 670 | Physiology of Exercise (3:3) |
| Pr. 375 or permission of instructor In-depth study of the physiological basis of human physical performance with emphasis on the acute response and chronic adaptations of the body to exercise. | |
| 672 | Measurement Theory Applied to Physical Education (3:3) |
| Pr. 610 or equivalent or permission of instructor Measurement theory necessary to the planning, construction, and use of tests in physical education and athletics. | |
| 675 | Applied Human Work Physiology (3:3) |
| Pr. 375 or equivalent, or by permission of instructor Physiological factors which influence the exercise and performance capabilities of humans. | |
| 676 | Problems Seminar (3:3) |
| Pr. previous course work in appropriate content areas Specific course title identified each semester by subscript, e.g., Problems Seminar: Tension and Relaxation Theories Applied to Sports. May be repeated for credit when topic varies. | |
| 679 | Exercise and Older Adults: Advanced (3:3) |
| Pr. previous course work in motor development, motor learning and exercise physiology Scientific and theoretical bases of exercise/aging and guidelines regarding leadership and planning of exercise programs. | |
| 694 | Internship in Sport and Exercise Science (3-6) |
| Pr. permission of instructor Supervised field experience appropriate to the student’s interests and background in selected settings during the final phases of the student’s curricular plan. May be repeated once for credit. (Graded on S-U basis) | |
| 695 | Independent Study (1-3) |
| Pr. demonstrated competency for independent work and permission of departmental academic adviser and the instructor Intensive study in an area of special interest in physical education. | |
| 696 | Laboratory Technology in Exercise Science (1:0:3 or 2:0:6) |
| Pr. 670 or 718 and 643 Cost, function, and operation of laboratory equipment used in the area of exercise science (e.g., oxygen consumption, cinematography, body composition, kinetic analysis, specific computer applications, and timing techniques). | |
| 697 | Field Practicum in Exercise and Sport Science (3-6) |
| Developing, implementing, and/or evaluating a focused set of professional activities in a field setting. Requires guidance, approval, and evaluation by one faculty member. (Graded on S-U basis) | |
| 698 | Field Project in Exercise and Sport Science (6) |
| Pr. approved candidates for the master’s degree in exercise and sport science only Developing, implementing, and/or evaluating a focused set of professional activities in a field setting. Three-member faculty guidance committee required, along with successful completion of formal project proposal, formal documentation of project, and final oral examination. (Graded on S-U basis) | |
| 699 | Thesis (1-6) |
| 700 | Special Topics in Exercise and Sport Science (3) |
| Pr. prerequisites and defined research competencies will vary according to topic Advanced study in special topics from the various subspecialities within the field of exercise and sport science. May be repeated for credit when topic varies. | |
| 701 | Research Topics in Exercise and Sport (3:3) |
| Pr. prerequisites and defined research competencies will vary according to topic Intensive examination of specific topics; critical review of current literature. May be repeated for credit when topic varies. | |
| 702 | Research Seminar in Applied Neuromechanics (1:1) |
| Pr. graduate student in ESS with an applied neuromechanical focus or permission of instructor Exploration of the assessment of neuromechanical function of the extremities and its relationship to performance, joint instability, and injury risk. May be repeated for a total of 3 hours credit when topic varies. (Graded on S-U basis) | |
| 703 | Optimizing Athletic Performance (1:1) |
| Pr. admission to the M.S.A.T. degree program Exploration of sports nutrition, ergogenic aids, and strength and conditioning principles within the context of sport injury and rehabilitation. | |
| 704 | Athletic Training Seminar (1:1) |
| Pr. admission to the M.S.A.T. degree program Structured review for the National Athletic Trainers’ Association Board of Certification (BOC) examination. | |
| 705 | Applied Rehabilitation Concepts (1:0:6) |
| Pr. admission to the M.S.A.T. degree program Capstone experience involving the supervision of a conprehensive orthopedic rehabilitation project. | |
| 708 | College Teaching in Exercise and Sport Science (1:1) |
| Pr. permission of instructor Introduction to issues and methods for teaching exercise and sport science in higher education. Seminar and online discussion format. (Graded on S-U basis) | |
| 709 | Mentored Teaching in Exercise and Sport Science (1-3) |
| Pr. permission of instructor Mentored teaching experience in exercise and sport science developed by student and faculty mentor, beyond graduate assistantship. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits. (Graded on S-U basis) | |
| 710 | Sport and Feminisms (3:3) |
| Pr. undergraduate/graduate feminist theory course or permission of instructor Emergence of U.S. feminist theories, including U.S. Third World feminisms. Application of feminisms to sport as cultural practice. | |
| 711 | Experimental Course (3:3) |
| This number reserved for experimental courses. Refer to the Course Schedule for current offerings. | |
| 718 | Cardiovascular Aspects of Exercise Physiology (3:3) |
| Pr. 670 or permission of instructor Effects of acute and chronic exercise on heart function and size, peripheral vasculature, hemodynamics and cardiac output. (formerly ESS 678) | |
| 719 | Muscular Aspects of Exercise Physiology (3:3) |
| Pr. 670 or permission of instructor Effects of acute and chronic exercise on muscular mechanics, blood supply, size of muscle, fiber types, fatigue and physical performance. (formerly ESS 677) | |
| 720 | Pathophysiology and Pharmacology (3:3) |
| Pr. 375 and BIO 111 or equivalent or permission of instructor In-depth study of the pathophysiology and pharmacologic treatment of major illnesses, injuries, and diseases observed in clinical settings. | |
| 721 | Athletic Training Clinical Education VI (3:2:4) |
| Pr. formal acceptance in the M.S. in athletic training program or permission of instructor, Coreq. 720 Laboratory sessions and supervised field experiences to develop clinical skills in assessment and management of general medical situations common to athletic training. Lab fee for supplies required. | |
| 725 | Management and Professional Issues in Athletic Training (3:3) |
| Pr. formal acceptance in the M.S. in athletic training program or permission of instructor The administration and organization of athletic training health care programs and facilities. Current issues in athletic training professional conduct and practice will also be discussed. | |
| 730 | Neural Aspects of Motor Control (3:3) |
| Pr. undergraduate survey course in motor learning/control or permission of instructor Multi-disciplinary seminar exploring theories and mechanisms of neuromuscular control of human movement. | |
| 733 | Practicum in Supervision of Physical Education (1-3) |
| Pr. 663 or permission of instructor Individually directed experiences in the organization and evaluation of field experiences in teacher education. | |
| 743 | Psychological Aspects of Sport Injury (3:3) |
| Pr. 644 or permission of instructor Psychological factors and intervention strategies as they relate to the risk, experience, and treatment of athletic injuries from a biopsychosocial perspective. | |
| 744 | Applied Sport Psychology (3:2:2) |
| Pr. 644 Current research in applied sport psychology; sport-specific individual differences, motivational approaches, and interventions. | |
| 745 | Seminar: Social Psychology and Physical Activity (3:3) |
| Pr. 644 Current theories, research methodologies and findings related to the social psychological aspects of sport and exercise behavior. | |
| 746 | Practicum in Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology (1-3) |
| Pr. 744 or equivalent and permission of instructor Skill development and application of theory to practice in applied sport psychology through supervised work in a laboratory and/or field setting. May be repeated for up to 6 credit hours. (Graded on S-U basis) | |
| 748 | Advanced Topics in Sport Exercise and Psychology (3:3) |
| Pr. 644 or equivalent and permission of instructor Advanced study in special topics within a field of sport and exercise psychology. May be repeated for credit when topic varies for a maximum of 12 credits. | |
| 750 | Seminar in Exercise and Sport Science (3:3) |
| Integrative seminar focusing on major issues confronting the field of exercise and sport science, and applying concepts to professional practice and higher education. (formerly ESS 649) | |
| 751 | Advanced Research Seminar in Exercise and Sport Science (3:3) |
| Pr. 611 or permission of instructor Integrative seminar focusing on development, refinement, and presentation of research. (Graded on S-U basis) (formerly ESS 713) | |
| 754 | Applied Sport Psychology Issues and Practice (3:3) |
| Pr. 644, 744 Theories and research underlying applied sport psychology. Consideration of issues in educational sport psychology practice. | |
| 795 | Independent Doctoral Research (1-6) |
| Pr. prior approval of graduate faculty member who will supervise and evaluate the project In-depth study of a problem in exercise and sport science. May include a synthesis/review of literature, scientific investigation, or design, implementation, or evaluation of project. (Graded on S-U basis) | |
| 798 | Doctoral Seminar in Grant Writing (3:3) |
| Pr. minimal second year doctoral candidate in ESS or permission of instructor. Coreq. registration in 695 with faculty advisor or course instructor for individualized mentoring of the
grant writing project The grant writing process, including the procedures and technical strategies for developing and submitting a grant proposal for funding. (Graded on S-U basis) | |
| 799 | Dissertation (1-12) |
| 801 | Thesis Extension (1-3) |
| 802 | Dissertation Extension (1-3) |
| 803 | Research Extension (1-3) |