Human Development and Family Science

Courses

Child and Family Studies

• CFS 201 - Family Development

  Human Development and Family Science
  3 credit(s) Every semester

  ---

  Theoretical and functional approach to marital and family life with a developmental perspective. Issues related to marital and parental careers.
  
• CFS 202 - Development of Children

  Human Development and Family Science
  3 credit(s) Every semester

  ---

  Principles and patterns of child development. Influence of biological and experiential factors. Extra-familial and intra-familial relationships as they influence child development. Fieldwork or equivalent required.
  
• CFS 204 - Applied Research Methods in Child and Family Studies

  Human Development and Family Science
  3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring

  ---

  Critical evaluation of research studies, development of basic skills for conducting research and application of research knowledge and skills in practical settings.
  PREREQ: CFS 201  AND CFS 202  AND (MAT 121  OR MAT 194  OR MAT 221  OR MAT 285  OR MAT 295 )
  COREQ: GEO 386  OR MAT 122  OR MAT 222  OR MAT 285  OR MAT 295  OR MAT 286  OR MAT 296  OR MAX 201  OR PSY 252  
  
• CFS 255 - Interpersonal Competence

  Human Development and Family Science
  3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring

  ---

  Interpersonal problem-solving skills. Helping theories appropriate to human development settings. Skills and behaviors that apply theory to practice setting.
  
• CFS 270 - Experience Credit

  Human Development and Family Science
  1-6 credit(s) Every semester

  ---

  Participation in a discipline- or subject-related experience. Students must be evaluated by written or oral reports or an examination. Limited to those in good academic standing.
  Repeatable
  
• CFS 290 - Independent Study

  Human Development and Family Science
  1-6 credit(s) Every semester

  ---

  In-depth exploration of a problem or problems. Individual independent study upon a plan submitted by the student. Admission by consent of supervising instructor or instructors and the department.
  Repeatable
  
• CFS 300 - Selected Topics

  Human Development and Family Science
  1-6 credit(s) Irregularly

  ---

  Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
  Repeatable
  
• CFS 325 - Children and Families in Health Care Settings

  Human Development and Family Science
  3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring

  ---

  Basic child life theory and practice focused on improving healthcare experiences for children and families by providing play, preparation and education programs in pediatric settings.
  PREREQ: CFS 202 
  
• CFS 326 - Developmental Perspectives in Medical Language

  Human Development and Family Science
  3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring

  ---

  Understanding of developmentally supportive approaches to healthcare communication within the context of illness, injury and hospitalization. Introduction to medical terms related to body systems/disorders, with emphasis on developmentally appropriate medical language and communication in pediatrics.
  
• CFS 327 - Human Development and Sport

  Human Development and Family Science
  3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring

  ---

  Crosslisted with: SPM 327  
  Examines the dynamics of social change and human well-being in the context of sport in promoting positive youth development. Personal, social, and cultural development through sport-based programs and initiatives are explored.
  
• CFS 331 - Play, Childhood Development and Early Education

  Human Development and Family Science
  3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring

  ---

  Importance of play for children’s overall development; the roles of parents and teachers in supporting children’s play from infancy through early school age; enriching classroom play; diversity and special needs considerations.
  PREREQ: CFS 202 
  
• CFS 335 - Issues and Perspectives in Early Childhood Education

  Human Development and Family Science
  3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring

  ---

  Major approaches, theoretical rationale, research bases, and policy issues related to child care and educational models.
  COREQ: CFS 202 
  
• CFS 345 - The Developing Infant

  Human Development and Family Science
  3 credit(s) Irregularly

  ---

  Double Numbered with: CFS 645
  Pregnancy and neonatal and child development from birth to three years. Theory and research findings: biological, psychological, and family. Systematic observations of infants. Additional work required of graduate students.
  PREREQ: CFS 202 
  
• CFS 355 - Children’s Learning and Thinking in Culture, Contexts and Application

  Human Development and Family Science
  3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring

  ---

  Understand how children’s learning and thinking develops from infancy to childhood, and how different settings and environmental interactions influence applications of the learning theories across diverse contexts and cultures.
  PREREQ: CFS 202 OR PSY 205
  
• CFS 362 - Community and Family Resource Management

  Human Development and Family Science
  3 credit(s) Even Academic Yr e.g. 2004-5

  ---

  Exploration of concepts of day-to-day living, family life, household organization, and family services in the community. Strategies for managing acquisition and allocation of resources to meet economic, physiological, emotional and social needs of family members.
  
• CFS 363 - Midlife Development and Gerontology

  Human Development and Family Science
  3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring

  ---

  Multidisciplinary overview of phenomenon of human aging. Interrelationships of age-related changes and the contemporary status of older people.
  
• CFS 365 - Language Development in Children

  Human Development and Family Science
  3 credit(s) Irregularly

  ---

  Double Numbered with: CFS 665
  Normative language development, linguistic theories, and child language research. Social class, cultural, and familial influences. Language enrichment, language disorders, assessments, and linguistic diversity. Systematic observations of child language required. Additional work required of graduate students.
  
• CFS 387 - Int Rel & Gender Roles

  Human Development and Family Science
  3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring

  ---

  Overview of marriage and the couple relationship in contemporary society. Relationship development, maintenance, and termination; conflict resolution skills; ethnic/ racial and cultural variations; and issues related to gender.
  
• CFS 388 - Human Sexuality

  Human Development and Family Science
  3 credit(s) Every semester

  ---

  Broad areas of human sexuality: the developmental and social aspects of sexuality as developed within the individual and within relationships; multicultural and multiethnic aspects of human sexuality; and those aspects of sexual behavior which represent alternatives to conventional behavior.
  
• CFS 389 - Leading Human Sexuality Discussion Groups

  Human Development and Family Science
  3 credit(s) Every semester

  ---

  Preparing students to effectively lead discussion groups on human sexuality and relationships with peers.
  PREREQ: CFS 388 
  
• CFS 391 - Introduction to Internship Experience

  Human Development and Family Science
  1 credit(s) Every semester

  ---

  Prepares students for their HDFS Internship Experiences.  Includes exploration of ethical and professional issues as well as completion of paperwork and tasks required to secure an internship site.
  PREREQ: CFS 201  and CFS 202 
  
• CFS 395 - Risk, Resilience, and Intervention

  Human Development and Family Science
  3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring

  ---

  Risk, vulnerability, and protective factors. Building resilience across developmental contexts and effective interventions for children and families.
  PREREQ: CFS 201 OR CFS 202
  
• CFS 400 - Selected Topics

  Human Development and Family Science
  1-6 credit(s) Irregularly

  ---

  Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
  Repeatable
  
• CFS 422 - Work and Family in the 21st Century

  Human Development and Family Science
  3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring

  ---

  Crosslisted with: SOC 422 , WGS 422 
  Examines the social, demographic, and economic forces that are reshaping the boundaries between family and work.
  
• CFS 423 - Death, Dying & Loss: Child and Family Perspectives

  Human Development and Family Science
  3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring

  ---

  Systematic understanding of developmental and conceptual framework surrounding children and youths understanding of illness, dying and death. Concepts of bereavement, grief and loss will be examined in the context of child and family development.
  PREREQ: CFS 201  OR CFS 202  OR SOC 281  OR PSY 205  OR SWK 115  OR SWK 201  
  
• CFS 425 - Lust, Love and Relationships

  Human Development and Family Science
  3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring

  ---

  The intricate dynamics of relationships ranging from “for what and why” individuals are attracted to each other to “why and how” individuals become embroiled in seemingly irresolvable conflict across a variety of social contexts.
  
• CFS 443 - Aging in the Context of Family Life

  Human Development and Family Science
  3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring

  ---

  Crosslisted with: SWK/SOC 443
  Double Numbered with: CFS/SWK/SOC 643
  Overview of theory, research, and public policy concerning older adults and their families. Issues of relevance to aging families examined from multidisciplinary perspectives in the social and behavioral sciences. Extra work required of graduate students.
  
• CFS 447 - Principles and Practices in Parenting

  Human Development and Family Science
  3 credit(s) Irregularly

  ---

  In-depth examination of major perspective and research on parenting practices and parent-child relationships.
  
• CFS 452 - Mindfulness in Children and Youth

  Human Development and Family Science
  3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring

  ---

  Double Numbered with: CFS 652
  Importance of mindfulness for optimal development in children and youth; school- and community-based interventions that target mindfulness; mindful parenting. Additional work required of graduate students.
  
• CFS 457 - Separation & Divorce: Impact on Children and Families

  Human Development and Family Science
  3 credit(s) Irregularly

  ---

  Family functioning and child adjustment in separated, divorced, and remarried families. Risk and resiliency, individual, environmental and contextual correlates, short and long-term effects, legal, social, and economic consequences for children and families.
  
• CFS 458 - Science of Caring and Sharing

  Human Development and Family Science
  3 credit(s) Irregularly

  ---

  Double Numbered with: CFS 658
  The ways caring and sharing develop and change across childhood and adolescence. Theories, research, and applied experiences that emphasize prosocial behavior, morality, gratitude, empathy, and compassion are discussed.
  PREREQ: CFS 202 OR PSY 335 OR PSY 336
  
• CFS 467 - Child and Family in Cross-Cultural Perspectives

  Human Development and Family Science
  3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring

  ---

  Introduction to field methods, the study of childhood, sex roles, and family in cross-cultural perspectives.
  
• CFS 470 - Experience Credit

  Human Development and Family Science
  1-6 credit(s) Every semester

  ---

  Participation in a discipline- or subject-related experience. Students must be evaluated by written or oral reports or an examination. Limited to those in good academic standing.
  Repeatable
  
• CFS 474 - Promises and Problems in Youth and Emerging Adulthood

  Human Development and Family Science
  3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring

  ---

  Development of youth and emerging adults in family context emphasizing both positive outcomes and challenges. Roles of parents, peers, social structures, media influences, and institutions in youth/emerging adult development.
  PREREQ: CFS 202 OR PSY 335
  
• CFS 475 - Community Youth Development

  Human Development and Family Science
  3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring

  ---

  Skills, knowledge, and competencies necessary for professional youth workers to work effectively in community based programs.
  PREREQ: CFS 202  or PSY 336 
  
• CFS 477 - Urban Families and Community

  Human Development and Family Science
  3 credit(s) Irregularly

  ---

  Examine social issues and problems facing urban families and communities such as housing, education, drugs, and crime. Urban community resources and intervention programs that help urban families meet life challenges will be examined.
  
• CFS 479 - Power, Conflict, Violence, and the Family

  Human Development and Family Science
  3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring

  ---

  Crosslisted with: WGS 479 
  Introduction to power and conflict in intimate and familial relations. Neglect, abuse, molestation, rape, battering, and violence.
  PREREQ: CFS 201 
  
• CFS 482 - Development in Immigrant & Refugee Families

  Human Development and Family Science
  3 credit(s) Irregularly

  ---

  Double Numbered with: CFS 682
  Family functioning in immigrant and refugee families. Psychosocial adjustment, physical health and well-being, economic conditions, employment patterns, parent-child relationships, schooling, identity, and community relations. Additional work required of graduate students.
  
• CFS 486 - Family Life Education

  Human Development and Family Science
  3 credit(s) Irregularly

  ---

  Double Numbered with: CFS 686
  The course is intended to prepare students for the role of family life professionals and educators. Students will learn to apply their knowledge of family theories and other relevant theoretical perspectives to real life settings. Additional work required of graduate students.
  PREREQ: CFS 201  OR CFS 202  
  
• CFS 487 - Critical Incidents in Family Development

  Human Development and Family Science
  3 credit(s) Irregularly

  ---

  Impact of various crises upon the family system: mental and physical health, intellectual disability, alcoholism, death, marital discord, unemployment, etc. Opportunity for investigation of areas of special interest.
  PREREQ: CFS 201 
  
• CFS 490 - Independent Study

  Human Development and Family Science
  1-6 credit(s) Every semester

  ---

  In-depth exploration of a problem or problems. Individual independent study upon a plan submitted by the student. Admission by consent of supervising instructor or instructors and the department.
  Repeatable
  
• CFS 492 - Child Internship

  Human Development and Family Science
  3 credit(s) Every semester

  ---

  Opportunities for upper-division students to apply their knowledge bases to economic, political, and social issues that impinge on how children and families can be expected to function in the larger society.
  PREREQ: CFS 202  and CFS 391  
  COREQ: CFS 335  
  
• CFS 493 - Youth and Family Internship

  Human Development and Family Science
  3 credit(s) Every semester

  ---

  Seminar and supervised internship in the community designed to apply theory to practice by developing skills in working with children, youth and families, learning to work within an organization, and identifying career goals.
  PREREQ: CFS 391  
  
• CFS 494 - HDFS Capstone Internship

  Human Development and Family Science
  3 credit(s) Every semester

  ---

  Supervised internship and seminar in professional human services organizations. Students will implement evidence-based research and practice in community settings resulting in a capstone project.
  PREREQ: CFS 492 or CFS 493
  
• CFS 497 - Human Development Program Administration

  Human Development and Family Science
  3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest

  ---

  A study of the organization and administration practices applicable to human service organizations. Topics of special consideration will include leadership, staff management, financial management, facilities, enrollment, and family and community relations.
  
• CFS 499 - Honors Capstone Project

  Human Development and Family Science
  1-3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest

  ---

  Completion of an Honors Capstone Project under the supervision of a faculty member.
  Repeatable 2 time(s), 3 credits maximum
  
• CFS 597 - Early Childhood Program Administration

  Human Development and Family Science
  3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest

  ---

  Prepares students to administer, coordinate, promote, consult, and assist in the start-up and development of early childhood program services.
  

Public Health, Food Studies and Nutrition

Courses

Nutrition Science and Dietetics

• NSD 461 - Community Nutrition Experience

  Public Health, Food Studies and Nutrition
  1-3 credit(s) Irregularly

  ---

  Site visits and field experience with national, state, and local programs designed to meet food, nutrition, and health needs of vulnerable groups. Roles and functions of nutritionists in the community. Nutrition majors only.
  PREREQ: NSD 455 
  
• NSD 466 - Nutritional Biochemistry II

  Public Health, Food Studies and Nutrition
  3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring

  ---

  Metabolic processes of the body. Interrelationships and interdependence of nutritional factors.
  PREREQ: NSD 225  AND NSD 456  AND BIO 216  AND BIO 217 
  
• NSD 470 - Experience Credit

  Public Health, Food Studies and Nutrition
  1-6 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest

  ---

  Participation in a discipline- or subject-related experience. Students must be evaluated by written or oral reports or an examination. Limited to those in good academic standing.
  Repeatable
  
• NSD 476 - Nutrition Seminar

  Public Health, Food Studies and Nutrition
  1 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring

  ---

  Trends and opportunities in dietetics; entrepreneurship; quality assurance; assessment of personal and professional goals, development of career plan.
  
• NSD 477 - Senior Nutrition Seminar II

  Public Health, Food Studies and Nutrition
  1 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring

  ---

  Showcase the outcomes of the four year nutrition program by presenting a research portfolio engaging in a networking event and completing the fourth year assessment.
  PREREQ: NSD 476 
  
• NSD 481 - Medical Nutrition Therapy I

  Public Health, Food Studies and Nutrition
  3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring

  ---

  Double Numbered with: NSD 681
  Nutrition problems in adapting food habits for physical and metabolic alterations caused by selected disease states, within the context of the nutrition diagnostic and care process. Additional work required of graduate students.
  PREREQ: NSD 225  AND BIO 216  AND BIO 217 
  
• NSD 482 - Medical Nutrition Therapy I Lab

  Public Health, Food Studies and Nutrition
  1 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring

  ---

  Double Numbered with: NSD 682
  Application of the nutrition care process, model, and diagnostic language for selected disease states to solve clinical nutrition problems. Additional work required of graduate students.
  PREREQ: NSD 225  AND BIO 216  AND BIO 217 
  COREQ: NSD 481 
  
• NSD 483 - Medical Nutrition Therapy II

  Public Health, Food Studies and Nutrition
  3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring

  ---

  Double Numbered with: NSD 683
  Nutrition problems in adapting food habits for physical and metabolic alterations caused by selected disease states within the context of the nutrition diagnostic and care process. Continuation of NSD 481/681. Additional work required of graduate students.
  PREREQ: NSD 481 
  
• NSD 484 - Medical Nutrition Therapy II Lab

  Public Health, Food Studies and Nutrition
  1 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring

  ---

  Double Numbered with: NSD 684
  Application of the nutrition care process, model, and diagnostic language for selected disease states to solve clinical nutrition problems. Continuation of NSD 482/682. Additional work required of graduate students.
  PREREQ: NSD 482 
  COREQ: NSD 483 
  
• NSD 490 - Independent Study

  Public Health, Food Studies and Nutrition
  1-6 credit(s) Every semester

  ---

  Exploration of a problem, or problems, in depth. Individual independent study upon a plan submitted by the student. Admission by consent of supervising instructor(s) and the department.
  Repeatable
  
• NSD 497 - Research Experience

  Public Health, Food Studies and Nutrition
  1-3 credit(s) Irregularly

  ---

  Laboratory, clinical, or community-based research under direct supervision of NSD department faculty. Projects incorporate use of scientific methods, (quantitative and qualitative), data analysis, presentation and interpretation, and the responsibilities of research integrity.
  Repeatable 5 time(s), 6 credits maximum
  
• NSD 499 - Honors Capstone Project

  Public Health, Food Studies and Nutrition
  1-3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest

  ---

  Completion of an Honors Capstone Project under the supervision of a faculty member.
  Repeatable 2 time(s), 3 credits maximum
  
• NSD 500 - Selected Topics

  Public Health, Food Studies and Nutrition
  1-6 credit(s) Irregularly

  ---

  Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
  Repeatable
  
• NSD 505 - Nutritional Biochemistry Overview

  Public Health, Food Studies and Nutrition
  1 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring

  ---

  Brief overview of structure/function of atoms and molecules of biological importance. Structure/function of proteins, carbohydrates and lipids in the complex biological environment. Introduction to metabolic pathways involved in utilization of energy nutrients.
  PREREQ: CHE 106 
  
• NSD 511 - Nutrition Education

  Public Health, Food Studies and Nutrition
  3 credit(s) Every semester

  ---

  A theoretical basis for nutrition education and opportunity to develop skills for a wide variety of individuals.
  PREREQ: NSD 225  AND NSD 342 
  
• NSD 512 - Nutrition Counseling

  Public Health, Food Studies and Nutrition
  3 credit(s) Every semester

  ---

  A theoretical basis for counseling related to nutrition and increased opportunities to develop nutrition counseling skills for a wide variety of individuals.
  PREREQ: NSD 225  AND NSD 342  AND NSD 511 
  
• NSD 513 - Nutrition Education Experience

  Public Health, Food Studies and Nutrition
  1 credit(s) Every semester

  ---

  Prepare, disseminate and evaluate nutrition education curriculum for peer or other audiences. Provide nutrition education on campus and in the community through table events, group presentations, and media campaigns.
  PREREQ: NSD 511 
  Repeatable 4 time(s), 5 credits maximum
  
• NSD 515 - Physical Assessment and Multiskilling for Dietitians

  Public Health, Food Studies and Nutrition
  1 credit(s) Every semester

  ---

  Practice and skill validation in basic cardiovascular, respiratory, abdominal, muscular, and integumentary assessment. Diabetes and enteral feeding management.
  COREQ: NSD 481  OR NSD 681
  
• NSD 516 - Nutrition Counseling Experience

  Public Health, Food Studies and Nutrition
  1 credit(s) Every semester

  ---

  An applied interaction to develop nutrition counseling skills for working with a variety of individuals for health promotion, disease prevention in preparation for conducting medical nutrition therapy.
  PREREQ: NSD 512
  Repeatable 1 time(s), 2 credits maximum
  
• NSD 555 - Food, Culture and Environment

  Public Health, Food Studies and Nutrition
  3 credit(s) Every semester

  ---

  Crosslisted with: WGS 555 
  Understand the environment in which nutrition education and communication occur. The broader environment includes cultural diversity, the food system from farm to table, as well as functionality of food components.
  PREREQ: NSD 115  AND NSD 225 
  

School of Social Work

Courses

Social Work

• SWK 115 - Introduction to Social Work

  School of Social Work
  3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring

  ---

  Roles social workers assume in professional practice; social context within which practice occurs; major fields of practice; field trips to local agencies.
  
• SWK 201 - Social Work Practice Skills Laboratory I

  School of Social Work
  3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring

  ---

  Laboratory exercises to develop basic social work skills with individuals, families, and groups. Relevant practice contexts and theoretical background provided for the exercises.
  
• SWK 202 - Social Work Practice Skills Laboratory II

  School of Social Work
  3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring

  ---

  Laboratory exercises to develop basic social work skills with agencies, organizations, and communities. Relevant practice contexts and theoretical background provided for the exercises.
  
• SWK 301 - Foundations of Social Work Practice

  School of Social Work
  3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring

  ---

  Experiential education using classroom instruction and community practice to integrate theory, skill development and practice experience. Establish competency in beginning generalist practice behaviors. Social Work majors only.
  PREREQ: SWK 201  AND SWK 202 
  
• SWK 314 - Social Welfare Policy and Services I

  School of Social Work
  3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring

  ---

  Historical and contemporary social welfare policy and programs. Influence of social, political, and economic forces. Implications of prejudice and discrimination. Poverty and income maintenance alternatives.
  
• SWK 315 - Social Welfare Policy and Services II

  School of Social Work
  3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring

  ---

  Structure and organization of public and voluntary income maintenance, health, mental health service delivery system. Cultural, racial, ethnic, gender diversity. Policy analysis frameworks. Social work roles, values.
  
• SWK 326 - Persons in Social Context

  School of Social Work
  3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring

  ---

  Crosslisted with: WGS 326 
  Assessment of behavior of diverse individuals, groups, and social systems. Applying concepts from the biological, behavioral, and social sciences in identifying and understanding forms and causes of behavior.
  
• SWK 328 - Human Diversity in Social Contexts

  School of Social Work
  3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring

  ---

  Crosslisted with: WGS 328 
  Diversity, including race, gender, sexual orientation and selected topics. Examines individual, group, and institutional identity formation. Theories of biopsychosocial development, reference group affiliation, social stratification, oppression, and institutional discrimination. Implications for social work practice.
  
• SWK 357 - Processes of Aging

  School of Social Work
  3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring

  ---

  Double Numbered with: SWK 657
  Intrinsic aging processes, changing needs, and characteristics of aging populations, and the impact of age related forces in American society, with special attention to aged groups disadvantaged by virtue of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, disability, and poverty. Additional work required of graduate students.
  
• SWK 361 - Foundations of Social Work Research

  School of Social Work
  3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring

  ---

  Research methods including problem formulation, measurement, sampling, research design, data collection and analysis, and report preparation. Application of research methods to critical analysis of research reports and to issues associated with evaluation of social work practice.
  
• SWK 400 - Selected Topics

  School of Social Work
  1-6 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring

  ---

  Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
  Repeatable
  
• SWK 401 - Strategies of Social Work Intervention I

  School of Social Work
  3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring

  ---

  Preparation for beginning social work interventions. Theories of practice and rehearsal of problem solving and communication skills with individuals, families, and groups in client, target, and action systems. Concurrent field placement.
  PREREQ: SWK 301  AND (SWK 326  OR WGS 326 ) AND (SWK 328  OR WGS 328 )
  COREQ: SWK 435  AND SWK 436 
  
• SWK 402 - Strategies of Social Work Intervention II

  School of Social Work
  3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring

  ---

  Design, implementation, and evaluation of intervention strategies in social work practice. Intervention with individuals, families, and groups in the context of agencies, organizations and communities. Concurrent field practicum.
  PREREQ: SWK 401  AND (SWK 326  OR WGS 326 ) AND (SWK 328  OR WGS 328 )
  COREQ: SWK 445  AND SWK 446 
  
• SWK 403 - Social Work and the Human-Animal Bond

  School of Social Work
  3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring

  ---

  Double Numbered with: SWK 603
  Introduction to theory and research on the roles of human-companion animal relationships in social work and biopsychosocial well-being. Additional work required of graduate students.
  
• SWK 427 - Introduction to Military Culture and Social Work Practice

  School of Social Work
  3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring

  ---

  Double Numbered with: SWK 627
  Introduction to military culture and social work practice with military service members, veterans, and their families. Classroom instruction on understanding military culture and providing clinically and culturally competent services. Additional work for graduate students.
  
• SWK 435 - Field Practicum I

  School of Social Work
  5 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring

  ---

  Field practice experience in a selected social service agency setting to apply and integrate skill, cognitive, and affective learning within a formalized service system.
  COREQ: SWK 401  AND SWK 436 
  
• SWK 436 - Field Seminar I

  School of Social Work
  1 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring

  ---

  Integration of theory and practice through cognitive examination of students actual field experience associated with SWK 435 .
  COREQ: SWK 401  AND SWK 435 
  
• SWK 437 - LGBTQ Health and Well Being

  School of Social Work
  3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest

  ---

  Crosslisted with: HTW 437 , QSX 437 
  Application of concepts from an ecological framework to understand the micro, mezzo, macro, and social forces that impact the health and well-being of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer populations.
  
• SWK 443 - Aging in the Context of Family Life

  Human Development and Family Science
  3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring

  ---

  Crosslisted with: CFS 443 /SOC 443 
  Double Numbered with: CFS/SWK/SOC 643
  Overview of theory, research, and public policy concerning older adults and their families. Issues of relevance to aging families examined from multidisciplinary perspectives in the social and behavioral sciences. Extra work required of graduate students.
  
• SWK 445 - Field Practicum II

  School of Social Work
  5 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring

  ---

  Field practice experience in selected social service setting to apply and integrate skill, cognitive and affective learning within a formalized service system.
  PREREQ: SWK 401  AND SWK 435  AND SWK 436  
  COREQ: SWK 402  AND SWK 446 
  
• SWK 446 - Field Seminar II

  School of Social Work
  1 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring

  ---

  Integration of theory and practice through cognitive examination of student’s actual field experiences associated with SWK 445.
  PREREQ: SWK 401  AND SWK 435  AND SWK 436 
  COREQ: SWK 402  AND SWK 445 
  
• SWK 450 - Topics in Gerontology

  School of Social Work
  1-6 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest

  ---

  Modules focused on current issues, developments, and methods in gerontological social work. Emerging developments in theory, legislation, programming, and priorities among selected aging populations. Topics vary each semester.
  Repeatable
  
• SWK 458 - Practice and Policy in Adult Corrections

  School of Social Work
  3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest

  ---

  Double Numbered with: SWK 658
  Overview of adult corrections. Criminal justice policies related to ethnicity, poverty, gender. Substance use, health and disability, and violence are explored within the context of correctional setting and offender populations. Applications to social work practice.
  
• SWK 470 - Experience Credit

  School of Social Work
  1-6 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest

  ---

  Participation in a discipline or subject related experience. Student must be evaluated by written or oral reports or an examination. Permission in advance with the consent of the department chairperson, instructor, and dean. Limited to those in good academic standing.
  Repeatable
  
• SWK 482 - Introduction to Equine Assisted Activities and Therapies

  School of Social Work
  3 credit(s) Only during the summer

  ---

  Double Numbered with: SWK 682
  Therapeutic use of horses with children and adults experiencing various physical, cognitive, and emotional challenges; nature of horses in healing; research on EAAT. Classroom instruction and experiential learning onsite with an established therapeutic horsemanship program. Additional work required of graduate Students.
  
• SWK 490 - Independent Study

  School of Social Work
  1-6 credit(s) Every semester

  ---

  In-depth exploration of a problem or problems. Individual independent study based on a plan submitted by the student. Admission by consent of supervising instructor or instructors and the department.
  Repeatable
  
• SWK 499 - Honors Capstone Project

  School of Social Work
  1-3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest

  ---

  Completion of an Honors Capstone Project under the supervision of a faculty member.
  Repeatable 2 time(s), 3 credits maximum
  

Sport Management

Courses

Sport Analytics

• SAL 213 - Sport Data Analysis I

  Sport Management
  3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring

  ---

  Analyzing and interpreting sport data through analytical procedures. Current advanced statistics will be introduced, discussed, and computed across a variety of professional and college sports.
  PREREQ: SPM 205 AND MAT 221
  
• SAL 290 - Independent Study

  Sport Management
  1-6 credit(s)

  ---

  Repeatable
  
• SAL 300 - Selected Topics

  Sport Management
  1-6 credit(s) Every semester

  ---

  Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
  
• SAL 313 - Sport Data Analysis II

  Sport Management
  3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring

  ---

  Advanced econometric techniques for time-series data is covered focusing on unit root testing, co-integration procedures, error correction models, forecasting, and Vector Auto Regression. Techniques will be applied to sport analytic data within different sports.
  PREREQ: SAL 213 AND MAT 183
  
• SAL 323 - Database and Programming for Sport Analytics

  Sport Management
  3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring

  ---

  An introduction to computer programing within sport analytics. An emphasis on learning to code, program, package, and use modules within sport. Database management, storage, and debugging techniques will be reviewed for sport industry data.
  PREREQ: SAL 213 AND MAT 183
  
• SAL 366 - Sport Economics II

  Sport Management
  3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring

  ---

  Analysis of price theory, the role of consumers, and the firm in sports business decisions. Economic models and applications will be derived and utilized to analyze a host of micro-economic problems related to sport.
  
• SAL 384 - Web Scraping with Python for Sport Analytics

  Sport Management
  3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring

  ---

  Advanced analysis of various web scraping techniques with the specific focus of learning how to scrape sports data from various sport websites. Significant time will be spent problem solving and cleaning data from complicated sources.
  PREREQ: SAL 323
  
• SAL 413 - Analyzing Baseball Data with R

  Sport Management
  3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring

  ---

  An introduction to the statistical program R to analyze baseball data. Students will apply different techniques related to compiling and interpreting statistics through publicly available databases specifically used in baseball analytics and Sabermetrics.
  PREREQ: SAL 323
  
• SAL 495 - Sport Analytics Thesis Seminar I

  Sport Management
  3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring

  ---

  First course in a two semester sequence for sport analytics students which will prepare the student for their thesis project. Within this course, students will be guided to research and choose their thesis topic.
  PREREQ: SPM 365
  
• SAL 496 - Sport Analytics Thesis Seminar II

  Sport Management
  3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring

  ---

  Second semester in a two semester course sequence for Sport Analytics majors who will complete an original research project within sport analytics.
  PREREQ: SAL 495
  

Sport Management

• SPM 101 - Personal and Social Responsibility

  Sport Management
  3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring

  ---

  Designed to assist students in coping with the transition and challenges of college, athletic life, and beyond. The course will promote students’ ownership of their academic, athletic, personal and social responsibility.
  
• SPM 199 - The Super Bowl: Sport, Culture and Entertainment

  Sport Management
  3 credit(s) Irregularly

  ---

  The evolution and strategic brilliance that has allowed a football game to become a social phenomena with international audiences, business impact, and cultural implications.
  
• SPM 200 - Selected Topics in Sport Management

  Sport Management
  1-6 credit(s) Irregularly

  ---

  Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
  Repeatable
  
• SPM 201 - Professional Development in Sport Management

  Sport Management
  1 credit(s) Every semester

  ---

  Using a blend of theory, skill development, and practical application, students will gain the knowledge and ability to successfully prepare for the Senior Capstone Experience
  
• SPM 205 - Principles and Contemporary Issues in Sport Management

  Sport Management
  3 credit(s) Every semester

  ---

  Overview of the sport industry through examination of problems and issues faced by contemporary sport managers. Unique characteristics of sport and resulting social and ethical responsibilities of sport managers are discussed using case study method.
  
• SPM 215 - Principles of Sales in Sport

  Sport Management
  3 credit(s) Every semester

  ---

  Sales promotions and management principles required for successful selling in the sport industry. Topics include identification of product segments and markets for ticket sales, promotions, sponsorship, and merchandise.
  PREREQ: SPM 205 
  
• SPM 224 - Introduction to Sport Event Management

  Sport Management
  3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring

  ---

  Students will gain knowledge of the principles and procedures for planning, managing, and implementing a variety of sporting events through an examination of: promotions, marketing, ticketing, hiring, event logistics, risk management, volunteer management, budgeting, and contracts.
  
• SPM 225 - Managing the Sport Organization

  Sport Management
  3 credit(s) Every semester

  ---

  Application of management concept and theories to sport organizations and the sport industry. Includes issues of leadership, ethics, organizational design, strategic planning, labor relations, diversity, globalization, and organizational changes.
  PREREQ: SPM 205 
  
• SPM 270 - Experience Credit

  Sport Management
  1-6 credit(s) Every semester

  ---

  Participation in a discipline- or subject-related experience. Students must be evaluated by written or oral reports or an examination. Permission in advance with the consent of the department chairperson, instructor, and dean. Limited to those in good academic standing.
  Repeatable
  
• SPM 290 - Independent Study

  Sport Management
  1-6 credit(s) Every semester

  ---

  In-depth exploration of a problem or problems. Individual independent study based on a plan submitted by the student. Permission in advance with the consent of the department chairperson, instructor, and dean. Limited to those in good academic standing.
  Repeatable
  
• SPM 295 - Research Methodology

  Sport Management
  3 credit(s) Every semester

  ---

  Introduction to the basic elements of sport research with an emphasis on APA writing style.
  PREREQ: SPM 205  AND WRT 105 
  COREQ: MAT 221 
  
• SPM 300 - Selected Topics

  Sport Management
  1-6 credit(s) Irregularly

  ---

  Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
  Repeatable
  
• SPM 305 - Principles of Sport Hospitality Management

  Sport Management
  3 credit(s) Irregularly

  ---

  Hospitality industry as it relates to Sport Management. Examines the lodging, food and beverage, and travel/transportation logistics for sport participants and spectators.
  
• SPM 315 - Sport Finance

  Sport Management
  3 credit(s) Every semester

  ---

  Analysis of the relationship between finance and the sport industry. Focuses on the financial and economic aspects of sport organizations and on current financial issues relating to professional, collegiate, and Olympic-level sport.
  PREREQ: SPM 205 
  
• SPM 324 - Sport Sponsorship and Promotion

  Sport Management
  3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring

  ---

  Overview of sponsorship and promotional principles used in marketing sport events. An emphasis on proposal writing, sponsorship solicitation, and the elements of a promotional campaign. Students will apply the theory to an existing sport event.
  
• SPM 325 - Sport Communications

  Sport Management
  3 credit(s) Every semester

  ---

  Role of communications in management, news release writing, working with and utilizing the various forms of media, the expanding use of the Internet in sport communications, crisis management, pitching stories, interviews, and ethical issues.
  PREREQ: SPM 205 
  
• SPM 327 - Human Development and Sport

  Sport Management
  3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring

  ---

  Crosslisted with: CFS 327
  Examines the dynamics of social change and human well-being in the context of sport in promoting positive youth development. Personal, social, and cultural development through sport-based programs and initiatives are explored.
  
• SPM 340 - Sports, Media and Society

  Sport Management
  3 credit(s) Irregularly

  ---

  The relationship between sport, media and the broader society. Students will explore the interrelationship of the principal mediums, gender, race, identity, sport and the society at-large.
  PREREQ: SPM 205 
  
• SPM 345 - Technology in Sport Management

  Sport Management
  3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring

  ---

  A survey of communication and management technologies in the sport industry. Includes topics of information management, ticketing systems, scoreboard and video-board management, web and graphic design, publication layout and design, statistics management, and facilities operations.
  PREREQ: SPM 205  
  
• SPM 346 - Sport in American Society

  Sport Management
  3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring

  ---

  This course will study the impact of sport on American society, and how our culture has influenced the development of sports, governing bodies, teams and leagues. This course puts today’s sports landscape into historical perspective.
  
• SPM 350 - Sports Ticket Sales

  Sport Management
  3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring

  ---

  Double Numbered with: SPM 650
  Sports ticket sales process and best practices. Simulated ticket sales environments, application of sales practices and connecting with industry sales professionals. Additional work required of graduate students.
  PREREQ: SPM 215
  
• SPM 356 - Olympic Sport Management

  Sport Management
  3 credit(s) Irregularly

  ---

  Ancient and Modern Olympic Games’ influence on contemporary sport. Business and competitive athletic aspects in the history of Modern Games. Influences of and organization of International Olympic Committee, National Olympic Committees, and International Sports Federations.
  
• SPM 357 - Olympic Odyssey

  Sport Management
  3 credit(s) Irregularly

  ---

  The Olympic movement from Ancient Games to modern Olympics is studied by visiting sites rich in international sport history. Governance, economics, culture and history of Olympic sport is examined in major Olympic cities throughout Europe.
  
• SPM 358 - Sport Management LA Immersion

  Sport Management
  3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring

  ---

  Differentiates governance structure among multiple professional sports and distinguishes organizational management strategies among sports media, event planning, marketing, athlete representation, facilities management and professional and intercollegiate teams. Intensive spring break travel and field study course.
  PREREQ: SPM 205
  
• SPM 365 - Sport Economics

  Sport Management
  3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring

  ---

  Analyzing and explaining sport issues through the lens of economic analysis. Theoretical models and applied applications will be discussed that relates to aspects of professional, collegiate, and amateur sports nationally and internationally.
  
• SPM 380 - International Course

  Sport Management
  1-12 credit(s) Irregularly

  ---

  Offered through SUAbroad by educational institution outside the United States. Student registers for the course at the foreign institution and is graded according to that institution’s practice. SUAbroad works with the S.U. academic department to assign the appropriate course level, title, and grade for the student’s transcript.
  
• SPM 381 - International Sports Relations

  Sport Management
  3 credit(s) Irregularly

  ---

  Through case studies, this course will examine sport’s power as a tool in the domestic and international political arenas. Students will learn how sport can smother dissent, promote hyper-nationalism, protest injustice, and inspire better relations.
  PREREQ: SPM 205 
  
• SPM 395 - Psycho-Social Issues of Sport

  Sport Management
  3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring

  ---

  An in-depth analysis of the psychosocial aspects of sport. Varied psychological and sociological topics as they relate to sport/exercise participation, performance, and enjoyment.
  PREREQ: SPM 205  
  
• SPM 415 - Sport Law

  Sport Management
  3 credit(s) Every semester

  ---

  Introduction and application of law to the sports industry. Legal concepts covered are agency, contract, labor, antitrust, tort, and criminal laws. Special focus on contemporary issues in sports including diversity, Title IX, drugs, and disabilities.
  PREREQ: SPM 205 
  
• SPM 437 - Sport Venue Management

  Sport Management
  3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring

  ---

  Double Numbered with: SPM 637
  Planning and managing different types of sport facilities. Understanding the complexity of conceptualizing, constructing, promoting, managing and maintaining modern sport stadiums, arenas, domes and multi-purpose facilities. Additional work required of graduate students.
  
• SPM 444 - Sports Marketing Management

  Sport Management
  3 credit(s) Every semester

  ---

  Analytical examination of the sport industry from the strategic marketing perspective of the organizations involved. Emphasizing writing and proposal design.
  PREREQ: SPM 205 
  
• SPM 446 - Senior Seminar in Sport Revenue Management and Operations

  Sport Management
  3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring

  ---

  An in-depth analysis and advanced study of sport revenue management and operations, with an emphasis on current topics impacting the sport industry. A culminating project will be completed in coordination with a sport organization.
  PREREQ: SPM 444
  
• SPM 449 - Technologies in Game Day Operations

  Sport Management
  3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring

  ---

  Double Numbered with: SPM 649
  Current applications of technology as it relates to sport venues and sport organizations will be examined. Topics include: sound systems, ticketing systems, video and score board operations, and lighting systems. Additional work required of graduate students.
  
• SPM 455 - Senior Sport Management Capstone

  Sport Management
  12 credit(s) Every semester

  ---

  Supervised professional work experience in the sport industry through positions in professional and intercollegiate sports, arenas, sport marketing and management firms, and other sport entities. Analysis paper and oral presentation required.
  PREREQ: SPM 201  AND SENIOR STANDING
  
• SPM 470 - Experience Credit

  Sport Management
  1-6 credit(s) Every semester

  ---

  Participation in a discipline- or subject-related experience. Students must be evaluated by written or oral reports or an examination. Permission in advance with the consent of the department chairperson, instructor and dean. Limited to those in good academic standing.
  Repeatable
  
• SPM 480 - International Course

  Sport Management
  1-12 credit(s) Irregularly

  ---

  Offered through SUAbroad by educational institution outside the United States. Student registers for the course at the foreign institution and is graded according to that institution’s practice. SUAbroad works with the S.U. academic department to assign the appropriate course level, title, and grade for the student’s transcript.
  Repeatable
  
• SPM 490 - Independent Study

  Sport Management
  1-6 credit(s) Every semester

  ---

  In-depth exploration of a problem or problems. Individual independent study based on a plan submitted by the student. Permission in advance with the consent of the department chairperson, instructor and dean. Limited to those in good academic standing.
  Repeatable
  
• SPM 499 - Honors Capstone Project

  Sport Management
  1-3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest

  ---

  Completion of an Honors Capstone Project under the supervision of a faculty member.
  PREREQ: SPM 201