2022-2023 Graduate Course Catalog

May 02, 2024

2022-2023 Graduate Course Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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David B. Falk College of Sport and Human Dynamics

Department of Exercise Science

Courses

Exercise Science

EXE 500 - Selected Topics
EXE 514 - Exercise and Aging
Exercise Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
The influence of aging on physical performance and the consequences of exercise on the physiological processes associated with aging.
PREREQ: EXE 497
EXE 515 - Graded Exercise Testing and Interpretation
Exercise Science
4 credit(s) Irregularly
The administration of standardized exercise tests for the evaluation of health and fitness status. Presentation of normal and abnormal physiological responses these tests. Lab includes administration of exercise tests and equipment use.
PREREQ: EXE 497
EXE 516 - Exercise Prescription: Health and Disease
Exercise Science
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Exercise prescription for health and fitness in the apparently healthy and a variety of clinical populations.
PREREQ: EXE 497
EXE 517 - Pathophysiology
Exercise Science
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Physiology of disease processes emphasizing metabolic, cardiovascular, and neuromuscular pathophysiology. Suggested for students pursuing careers in clinical exercise physiology.
PREREQ: BIO 216 AND BIO 217 AND PPE 497
EXE 518 - Cardiac Rehabilitation
Exercise Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Exercise training and prescription for individuals with cardiovascular disease.
PREREQ: EXE 497
EXE 519 - Metabolic Aspects of Physical Activity
Exercise Science
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Examines metabolic processes that influence or are affected by acute and chronic physical activity. Emphasis on metabolism and human physical performance.
PREREQ: PPE 497
EXE 600 - Selected Topics
EXE 606 - Current Literature in Exercise and Sport Science
Exercise Science
1-3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Current books, periodicals, and peer-reviewed articles. Literature review, library research, and research proposal preparation.
EXE 615 - Worksite Health Promotion
Exercise Science
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Double Numbered with: EXE 415
Principles and applications of health promotion in the workplace.
EXE 636 - Scientific Principles of Conditioning
Exercise Science
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Double Numbered with: EXE 463
Development of physical conditioning programs based on scientific principles.
EXE 675 - Internship Pre-Planning
Exercise Science
0 credit(s) Every semester
Double Numbered with: EXE 375
Pre-planning for matching and securing an internship. Course facilitates access to the Tevera Internship system via BlackBoard.
Repeatable 4 time(s)
EXE 686 - Systemic Physiology and Exercise
Exercise Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Immediate and chronic effects of exercise on the cardiovascular, respiratory, excretory, endocrine, and nervous systems. Laboratory experiences.
EXE 693 - Research Methods in Exercise and Sport Science
Exercise Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Quantitative research designs and analyses in exercise and sport sciences. Written and oral research report preparation and presentation.
PREREQ: EXE 606 AND EDU 647
EXE 700 - Selected Topics
EXE 753 - Cardiovascular Physiology
Exercise Science
3 credit(s) Irregularly
The principles of cardiac function, blood flow, oxygen transport, and metabolism with emphasis given to the adaptations to acute and chronic exercise training.
PREREQ: EXE 686
EXE 764 - Internship in Exercise Science
Exercise Science
3-6 credit(s) Every semester
Full-time experience in exercise science under the guidance of a professional and a faculty member.
Repeatable 2 time(s), 6 credits maximum
EXE 773 - Exercise Endocrinology
Exercise Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Integrates endocrine physiology and exercise on the endocrine system. Focus on the glands producing hormones, the target organs, mechanisms, and how both acute and chronic exercise impact hormone action.
PREREQ: EXE 686
EXE 785 - Energy, Metabolism and Exercise
Exercise Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Probable causes for differences in muscle-fiber types in relationship to exercise. Total body metabolism during exercise.
EXE 795 - Skeletal Muscle Physiology
Exercise Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Emphasizing basic muscle microanatomy and physiology and advanced applied muscle physiology topics.
PREREQ: EXE 686
EXE 997 - Master’s Thesis
EXE 999 - Dissertation
Exercise Science
0 credit(s) Every semester

Human Development and Family Science

Courses

Human Family Science

HFS 557 - Sep & Div:Impct/Chld&Fam
Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Social and psychological issues, theories, and research.
HFS 577 - Urban Families Strengths and Challenges
Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Theoretical and empirical research on the challenges and opportunities for children and families living in urban settings. Issues of urban housing, family-community partnerships, crime, and criminal processing, health, urban diversity, and social science policies.
HFS 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.
HFS 600 - Selected Topics
Human Development and Family Science
1-6 credit(s)
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
HFS 615 - Graduate Proseminar in Child and Family Studies
Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
This proseminar is for first-year Child and Family Studies graduate students to familiarize and gain knowledge about research, teaching, ethical principles, and the profession.
HFS 621 - Statistical Concepts I
Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
First course in statistics; provides tools for data analysis. Descriptive and inferential statistics.
HFS 622 - Statistical Concepts II
Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Second course in statistics. Analysis of variance, multiple regression, and multivariate analysis.
PREREQ: HFS 621
HFS 631 - Research Methods/CFS I
Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Fundamental concepts of research methodologies employed in the study of children and families, focusing on the research process.
PREREQ: HFS 621
HFS 633 - Intrvntn Mdls:Inft&Pre-Sc
Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Theoretical and pragmatic bases and dimensions of early childhood programs. Programs of prevention and remediation, both research based and service oriented. Recent manuscript materials.
HFS 634 - Secondary Data Analysis Using Social Science Data
Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) Irregularly
A quantitative focus on the research process through practical examples drawn from data sets deposited with Inter University Consortium for Political and Social Science Research.
PREREQ: HFS 621 AND HFS 622 AND HFS 631
HFS 635 - Obs&Assesmt/Infnts&Chldrn
Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Demonstrations of preschool tests. Opportunities in naturalistic settings for proficiency in the interaction coding technique, APPROACH, in other observation methods, and in infant developmental tests. Reliability and validity problems in ecological research.
HFS 636 - Crtcl Iss/Early Chldhd
Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Contemporary issues. Emphasis on developmentally appropriate strategies of teaching and child care. Issues such as cultural diversity, family demographics, role of play.
HFS 637 - Theo,Intrp,Apps/Child Dev
Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Disparate theoretical approaches to child development, especially competing interpretations of the behavior of young children.
HFS 638 - Child Development in the Context of Schooling
Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Exploration of some of the issues relevant to understanding the development of children in the context of schooling.
HFS 643 - Aging in the Context of Family Life
Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Crosslisted with: SOC 643 , SWK 643
Double Numbered with: HFS 443, SWK 443, SOC 443
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.
HFS 645 - The Developing Infant
Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Double Numbered with: HFS 345
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.
HFS 647 - Play, Childhood Development, and Early Childhood Education
Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Role of parents and teachers in supporting children’s play from infancy through early school age; enriching classroom play; diversity and special needs considerations.
HFS 648 - Family Theory:Interp&Applc
Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Critical assessment of the theoretical perspectives of family studies; survey of major substantive developments.
HFS 649 - Marital and Cohabitating Roles and Relationships
Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) Irregularly
In-depth examination of the theory and research in the areas of marriage, cohabitation, and same-sex relationships.
PREREQ: HFS 648 AND HFS 631
HFS 652 - Mindfulness in Children and Youth
Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Double Numbered with: HFS 452
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.
HFS 653 - Child and Family Development Across the Life Cycle
Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Course focuses on human growth and development birth through old age within cultural and environmental context. Course is intended to advance learning about research methods lifespan development specific to assessment and measurement of lifespan development.
HFS 657 - Cntmp Iss/Human Sexuality
Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Individual responses to social pressures. Issues of the sexual revolution and its impact in terms of sexual behavior and dysfunction.
HFS 658 - Science of Caring and Sharing
Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Double Numbered with: HFS 458
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.
HFS 659 - Families and Workplaces
Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) Irregularly
A multi-disciplinary perspective on the evolution of the relationship between workplaces and families.
HFS 664 - Aging and Society
Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Crosslisted with: SOC 664 , WGS 664
Current policy issues in an aging society. Health care, end-of-life, social security, productive aging, and generational equity. Special problems facing elderly women and minorities.
HFS 665 - Language Development in Children
Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Double Numbered with: HFS 365
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.
HFS 667 - Chld&Fam Crss/Cltrl Persp
Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Introduction to field methods, the study of childhood, and family in cross-cultural perspectives.
HFS 668 - Fam Var:Soc Class&Eth Det
Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Variables of residence (rural, urban, suburban), social class, and ethnicity as they pertain to family organization. Variations in marital relationships, child rearing, kinship, and patterns of mobility.
HFS 669 - South Asia - Family, Food and Healthcare Systems
Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Crosslisted with: NSD 669 , SAS 669
Double Numbered with: HFS 469
This course examines socio-cultural aspects of India from a nutrition, food systems and public health perspective using online instruction and a cultural immersion trip to India. Additional work required of graduate students.
HFS 670 - Experience Credit
Human Development and Family Science
1-6 credit(s)
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
HFS 674 - 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 and cultural contexts emphasizing both positive outcomes and challenges. Roles of parents, peers, communities, social structures, media influences, and institutions in youth/emerging adult development.
HFS 682 - Development in Immigrant & Refugee Families
Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Double Numbered with: HFS 482
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.
HFS 686 - Family Life Education
Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Double Numbered with: HFS 486
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.
HFS 687 - Family Stress and Resilience: Theory and Interpretation
Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Theoretical and empirical research on the role of critical events on family life and processes, as well as the study of normative and non-normative stressors, coping and resiliency patterns used by families experiencing stress.
HFS 690 - Independent Study
Human Development and Family Science
1-6 credit(s)
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
HFS 695 - Sex Role Socialztn & Fam
Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Influence of sex discrimination on sex and gender development over life span. Origin and development of family as sex-typed system. Relationship between changing sex roles and family patterns.
HFS 700 - Selected Topics
Human Development and Family Science
1-6 credit(s)
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
HFS 732 - Research Methods/CFS II
Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Issues and problems of developmental and interactional analysis. Design of studies, development of measurement categories, and analyses of data. Doctoral student or permission of instructor.
PREREQ: HFS 622 AND HFS 631
HFS 736 - Development of Self-Regulation in Children and Youth
Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Foundation in the development of regulatory process in children; different facets of self-regulation; effortful control, executive function, and emotional regulation; predictors of self-regulation and benefits of these skills
HFS 747 - Parenting Research Seminar
Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Provide an overview of relevant theoretical and empirical work that describes the process of parenting. Primary mode of inquiry will be through critical analysis and discussion of relevant literature in the field. Instructor consent required.
PREREQ: HFS 631 OR MFT 882 OR COU 758 OR NSD 654 OR NSD 795 OR PSY 624 OR PSY 679 OR SOC 606
HFS 800 - Selected Topics
Human Development and Family Science
1-6 credit(s)
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
HFS 830 - Sem Child Development
Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Development of the child, either in the home or in the nursery school. Past seminars have included: developmental theories of Jean Piaget and Erik Erikson, difference and deficit models of education.
Repeatable
HFS 835 - Iss & Probs/Chld&Fam Devt
Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) Irregularly
An integrative approach to contextualizing development and examining the multitude of influences on child and family development.
PREREQ: HFS 637
HFS 840 - Seminar: Child Development and Family Relations
Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) Irregularly
An interactive approach to contextualizing development and examining the multitude of influences on child and family development.
Repeatable 1 time(s), 6 credits maximum
HFS 990 - Independent Study
Human Development and Family Science
1-6 credit(s)
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
HFS 996 - Masters Project
Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s)
HFS 997 - Masters Thesis
Human Development and Family Science
3 credit(s) Every semester
Masters Thesis
HFS 999 - Dissertation
Human Development and Family Science
1-15 credit(s) Every semester
Repeatable 14 time(s), 15 credits maximum

Marriage and Family Therapy

Courses

Marriage and Family Therapy

MFT 567 - Sexual Issues for the Helping Professional
Marriage and Family Therapy
3 credit(s) Only during the summer
Sexual abuse, sexual assault, sexual dysfunction, sex and disability, and nontraditional sexual relationships. Introduction to educational and therapeutic intervention.
MFT 600 - Selected Topics
Marriage and Family Therapy
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.
Repeatable
MFT 603 - Introduction to Trauma Studies
Marriage and Family Therapy
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Crosslisted with: PHP 603
This course is an overview of trauma studies and examines trauma typology, prevention, and intervention and is taught through an ecosystemic lens.
MFT 625 - Family Systems and Therapy
Marriage and Family Therapy
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Theory and techniques. Therapeutic approaches such as structural, strategic, intergenerational, and experiential family therapy. Not for Marriage and Family Therapy majors.
MFT 641 - Divorce Mediation
Marriage and Family Therapy
3 credit(s) Only during the summer
Crosslisted with: SWK 641
Basic theory and skills of divorce mediation. Includes introduction to conflict resolution theory, divorce law, financial planning, custody issues, and marital and family dynamics related to divorce.
MFT 642 - Therapy with LGBTQ Couples and Families
Marriage and Family Therapy
3 credit(s) Only during the summer
LGBTQ relationship issues and sexual and gender identity development and clinical work with LGBTQ clients. Heterosexual/cisgender privilege, coming out, internalized oppression, cultural identities, formation of families and parenting, and gender transition.
MFT 643 - Family Therapy with Complex Trauma
Marriage and Family Therapy
3 credit(s) Only during the summer
Explores the effects of trauma on child development and family functioning, and introduces the use of family therapy for the treatment of complex trauma. Learn to develop treatment intervention strategies in a systemic framework.
MFT 644 - Family Therapy with LGBTQ Youth
Marriage and Family Therapy
3 credit(s) Only during the summer
Overview of family therapy with LGBTQ youth, taught through a social justice lens. The course examines how specific LGBTQ issues affect families and other social systems.
MFT 645 - Queering Theory, History and Clinical Practice
Marriage and Family Therapy
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Overview of LGBTQ studies, including traditional understandings of sexuality and gender, historical and contemporary trajectories of LGBTQ people and application to clinical work with LGBTQ clients.
MFT 661 - Introduction to Family Therapy Practice
Marriage and Family Therapy
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Introduces basic therapeutic skills of family therapy practice.
MFT 662 - Systems Dynamics in a Group Setting
Marriage and Family Therapy
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Cognitive and affective awareness of group process through didactic and experiential instruction. Group techniques for the treatment of family issues. For students in Marriage and Family Therapy Program.
PREREQ: MFT 661
MFT 663 - Applied Research in Social Work
Marriage and Family Therapy
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Crosslisted with: SWK 662
Design and execution of research in human service settings. Proposal development, creation of quantitative and qualitative instruments, coding of data, computer-based data analysis, and production of research reports.
MFT 671 - Introduction to Family Systems
Marriage and Family Therapy
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Family as a system. Family functioning and the impact of developmental stage, sociocultural context, and family of origin.
MFT 672 - Couple Therapy: Theory and Techniques
Marriage and Family Therapy
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
The couple relationship and ways to facilitate it. Psychodynamic, behavioral, and systems approaches. Non-marital, marital, and divorcing couples. For students in Marriage and Family Therapy program.
PREREQ: MFT 661 , MFT 671
MFT 673 - Child Development Theory and Family Therapy Interventions
Marriage and Family Therapy
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Child development, relationship development, and family therapy theory and techniques. The dynamic interplay among family systems, gender, child development, and other contextual variables.
MFT 675 - Internship Pre-Planning
Marriage and Family Therapy
0 credit(s) Every semester
Pre-planning for matching and securing an internship. Course facilitates access to the Tevera Internship system via BlackBoard.
Repeatable 4 time(s)
MFT 681 - Marriage and Family Therapy Ethics and Issues
Marriage and Family Therapy
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Ethical, legal, and professional issues in marriage and family therapy. For students in the Marriage and Family Therapy program.
MFT 682 - Marriage and Family Therapy Theory and Techniques
Marriage and Family Therapy
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Theory and practice of the major family therapies.
PREREQ: MFT 671
MFT 684 - Family Therapy Perspectives on Cultural Diversity
Marriage and Family Therapy
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
How six basic dimensions of diversity (race, ethnicity, class, gender, sexual orientation, religion) interface with the dynamics of oppression to structure reality in general, and more specifically the process of therapy.
MFT 686 - Play Therapy with Children and Families
Marriage and Family Therapy
3 credit(s) Only during the summer
Examines the assessment and psychotherapeutic treatment of children and families through play therapy. Working with children and families in crisis including loss, abuse, and illness, is a particular focus.
MFT 687 - Spirituality in Therapy
Marriage and Family Therapy
3 credit(s) Only during the summer
Explores spirituality in the context of therapy with individuals and families. Explores relationship between client and therapist by acknowledging spirituality as a possible dimension of personhood while considering language, worldview, power, relationship and individual/systemic issues.
MFT 688 - Family Therapy Across the Life Cycle
Marriage and Family Therapy
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Integrative family therapy course exploring the content and process of family therapy in a way that values the similarities and differences inherent in individual and family therapy across the developmental life cycle.
MFT 689 - Migration and Mental Health
Marriage and Family Therapy
3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Special issues related to refugee and immigrant mental health in the United States. Focus on transnational, contextual factors influencing mental health and well-being; examination of multiple systems impacting individual, family, and community mental health factors.
MFT 724 - Psychopathology
Marriage and Family Therapy
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Crosslisted with: SWK 724
Stressful processes of living, focusing on individual attitudinal and behavioral responses that may be maladaptive. Traditional mental health theories and classifications, and relevant perspectives from sociology, social psychology, and biology.
MFT 750 - Introduction to Marriage & Family Therapy Practicum
Marriage and Family Therapy
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Introduction to clinical practice in the Couple and Family Therapy Center, or a clinical setting approved by the department.
MFT 760 - Practicum in Marriage and Family Therapy I
Marriage and Family Therapy
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
First course of four required courses in supervised clinical practice in Couple and Family Therapy for students in the Marriage and Family Therapy program.
PREREQ: MFT 750
Repeatable
MFT 761 - Practicum in Marriage & Family Therapy II
Marriage and Family Therapy
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Second course of four required courses in supervised clinical practice in Couple and Family Therapy for students in the Marriage and Family Therapy program.
PREREQ: MFT 760
MFT 762 - Practicum in Marriage and Family Therapy III
Marriage and Family Therapy
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Third course of four required courses in supervised clinical practice in Couple and Family Therapy for students in the Marriage and Family Therapy program.
PREREQ: MFT 761
MFT 763 - Practicum in Marriage and Family Therapy IV
Marriage and Family Therapy
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Fourth course of four required courses in supervised clinical practice in Couple & Family Therapy for students in the Marriage and Family Therapy program.
PREREQ: MFT 762
MFT 764 - Practicum in Marriage and Family Therapy V
Marriage and Family Therapy
1-3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Elective course in supervised clinical practice in Couple and Family Therapy for students in the Marriage and Family Therapy program who have not completed the required 500 hours.
PREREQ: MFT 763
Repeatable 1 time(s), 6 credits maximum
MFT 771 - Family Systems Approach to Addictions and Eating Disorders: Theory and Therapy
Marriage and Family Therapy
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Family-systems approach to the assessment and treatment of addictions, alcoholism, eating disorders, and obesity.
MFT 773 - Family Violence: Theory and Therapy
Marriage and Family Therapy
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Systemic approach to assessment and treatment of family violence. Child, spousal, and parental abuse.
MFT 777 - Family Perspectives on Gender Roles and Socialization: Theory & Therapy
Marriage and Family Therapy
3 credit(s)
Gender and its implications for socialization, family functioning, and family therapy.
MFT 778 - Loss Across the Life Cycle: Family Theory and Therapy
Marriage and Family Therapy
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Systemic approach to theory and treatment of normative and non-normative losses across the family life cycle.
MFT 781 - Alcohol and Other Drugs in Social Work Practice
Marriage and Family Therapy
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Crosslisted with: SWK 781
Introduces theory and practice strategies appropriate to understand and address alcohol and other drug problems among clients in various human services settings. Prerequisite does not apply to MFT students.
MFT 788 - Systemic Family Therapy with Military Families
Marriage and Family Therapy
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Systemic family therapy with veterans and military families. Emphasis on evidence-based and trauma-informed clinical practice.
MFT 860 - Advanced Family Therapy Practicum
Marriage and Family Therapy
1 credit(s) Every semester
Advanced supervised clinical experience for Marriage and Family Therapy doctoral students. A minimum of four credits required
Repeatable
MFT 861 - Supervision in Marriage and Family Therapy
Marriage and Family Therapy
3 credit(s) Even Academic Yr e.g. 2004-5
Theory and techniques of supervision in marriage and family therapy. Required course for AAMFT Supervisor designation.
MFT 862 - Advanced Family Therapy with Children and Adolescents
Marriage and Family Therapy
3 credit(s) Even Academic Yr e.g. 2004-5
Assessment, diagnosis, and family treatment of child-hood and adolescent dysfunction. Interaction between child and family system.
MFT 863 - Advanced Couple Therapy
Marriage and Family Therapy
3 credit(s) Odd academic yr e.g. 2007-8
Family systems approach to the assessment and treatment of couple dynamics, including sexuality.
MFT 865 - Advanced Family Therapy Theory
Marriage and Family Therapy
3 credit(s) Even Academic Yr e.g. 2004-5
Critique of family therapy theories. Theory development.
MFT 870 - Practicum in Marriage and Family Therapy Supervision
Marriage and Family Therapy
1 credit(s) Irregularly
Supervision of Marriage and Family Therapy therapists-in-training. Partial fulfillment of AAMFT requirements for approved supervisor status.
PREREQ: MFT 861
Repeatable
MFT 875 - Cultural Diversity: Family Theory and Therapy
Marriage and Family Therapy
3 credit(s) Odd academic yr e.g. 2007-8
Influence of racial, ethnic, and religious heritage on family structure and therapeutic intervention.
MFT 882 - Assessment and Research Methods in Marriage and Family Therapy
Marriage and Family Therapy
3 credit(s) Odd academic yr e.g. 2007-8
Overview of family assessment techniques. Issues and procedures in family therapy process and outcome research.
MFT 885 - Qualitative Research Methods in Family Therapy
Marriage and Family Therapy
3 credit(s)
A qualitative inquiry in the social sciences. Students will learn to apply qualitative research methodology to understand human phenomena and life.
PREREQ: HFS 631
MFT 960 - Internship in Marriage and Family Therapy
Marriage and Family Therapy
0 credit(s) Every semester
Supervised internship in Marriage and Family Therapy. Nine to 12-month family therapy internship with AAMFT approved supervision.
Repeatable
MFT 996 - Doctor of Practice in Couple and Family Therapy Capstone
Marriage and Family Therapy
3 credit(s) Every semester
Integration of theoretical, research and practice skills through the development of a written capstone proposal and an oral presentation. Students must take the capstone twice for a total of 6 credits. Students must complete 18 program credits before beginning capstone.
Repeatable 1 time(s), 6 credits maximum
MFT 997 - Master’s Thesis or Project
Marriage and Family Therapy
0-6 credit(s) Every semester
Repeatable
MFT 999 - Dissertation
Marriage and Family Therapy
1-12 credit(s) Every semester

Nutrition and Food Studies

Courses

Food Studies

FST 600 - Selected Topics
Nutrition and Food Studies
1-3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
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
FST 601 - Seminar in Food Studies and Systems
Nutrition and Food Studies
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Introduction to selected foundational texts, research strategies, and disciplinary developments in food studies and food systems.
FST 603 - The Human Right to Adequate Food and Nutrition
Nutrition and Food Studies
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Double Numbered with: FST 403
Evolution of human right to adequate food. Social, political, economic and cultural conditions influencing progressive realization of right to food and nutrition. Additional work required of graduate students.
FST 604 - Food Studies Research Methods
Nutrition and Food Studies
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Research methods for graduate food studies introducing qualitative and quantitative methods, GIS, and food system assessments with emphasis on research design, data management, and writing a proposal.
FST 621 - Morality of a Meal: Food Ethics
Nutrition and Food Studies
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Double Numbered with: FST 421
Food consumption and production are explored in the context of community and environment with the application of ethical theories to broad food issues and challenges. Additional work required of graduate students.
FST 675 - Practicum Pre-Planning
Food Studies
0 credit(s) Every semester
Double Numbered with: FST 375
Pre-planning for matching and securing a practicum. Course facilitates access to the Tevera Internship system via BlackBoard.
Repeatable 4 time(s)
FST 700 - Selected Topics
Nutrition and Food Studies
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
FST 702 - Political Economy of Food
Nutrition and Food Studies
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Classic and contemporary debates within the political economy of agriculture and food. Explores peasant economies, agrarian questions, the capitalist development of agriculture, neoliberalization, governance, and politics of consumption.
FST 703 - Transnational Food, Health and the Environment
Nutrition and Food Studies
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Explores the relationship between human and environmental health outcomes and the history, structure, function and governance of the food system at global, national and subnational levels.
FST 706 - Gender, Food, Rights
Nutrition and Food Studies
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Advanced investigation of the relationship between the human right to adequate food and nutrition, and women’s rights.
FST 756 - Food and Public Policy
Nutrition and Food Studies
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Crosslisted with: NSD756
Introduction to theory of public policy illustrated with examples of a variety of food, nutrition, and agricultural policies. Historical development of policies. Legislative and regulatory issues.
FST 797 - Practicum in Food Studies and Systems
Food Studies
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Students participate in the practical functioning of food systems using learned competencies in an organization or other setting. Requires completion of core requirements and instructor consent.
PREREQ: FST 601 AND FST 603 AND FST 604 AND FST 756
Repeatable 2 time(s), 6 credits maximum
FST 997 - Masters Thesis
Nutrition and Food Studies
1-6 credit(s) Every semester
Repeatable 5 time(s), 6 credits maximum

Nutrition Science and Dietetics

NSD 500 - Selected Topics
Nutrition and Food Studies
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 511 - Nutrition Education
Nutrition and Food Studies
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 342
NSD 512 - Nutrition Counseling
Nutrition and Food Studies
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 342 AND NSD 511
NSD 513 - Nutrition Education Experience
Nutrition and Food Studies
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
Nutrition/Nutrition Science
1 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
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
Nutrition and Food Studies
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
Nutrition/Nutrition Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
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 225
NSD 600 - Selected Topics
Nutrition and Food Studies
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 617 - Integrative Food and Nutrition Therapy
Nutrition and Food Studies
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Double Numbered with: NSD 417
This course explores the landscape of food and nutrition, past and present, the role of nutrition in therapeutic lifestyle changes and the use of food as a therapeutic modality. Additional work required by graduate students.
NSD 618 - Vegetarian Nutrition
Nutrition and Food Studies
3 credit(s) Odd academic yr e.g. 2007-8
Double Numbered with: NSD 418
This course examines history, benefits, risks, and variations of vegetarian diets. Plant sources of nutrients, and vegetarian menu planning to promote health across the life cycle.
PREREQ: NSD 225 OR permission of instructor
NSD 625 - Nutrition for Fitness and Sports
Nutrition and Food Studies
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Double Numbered with: NSD 425
Energy needs of activity and effect of dietary intake on performance. Special dietary requirements of specific sports and athletic activities. Dietary ergogenic aids; weight control; sports fads and myths; interaction of alcohol, caffeine, and tobacco on nutrition. Additional work required of graduate students.
PREREQ: NSD 225
NSD 627 - Public Health Nutrition
Nutrition/Nutrition Science
3 credit(s) Odd academic yr e.g. 2007-8
Double Numbered with: NSD 427
Examines nutrition challenges and opportunities from an ecological perspective, emphasizing population-level approaches to improve nutritional status. Integrates case studies to examine challenges and programmatic and policy solutions. Prior statistics and basic nutrition course required. Additional work required of graduate students.
PREREQ: MAT 221 AND NSD 225
NSD 635 - Nutrition Leadership and Management
Nutrition/Nutrition Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Double Numbered with: NSD 435
Business, leadership, management and organization to guide dietetics and nutrition practice and achieve operational goals through exploration of theories, conflict resolution, communication and the code of ethics for the profession of dietetics. Additional work required for graduate students.
NSD 637 - Integrative and Functional Nutrition
Nutrition and Food Studies
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
A focus on patient centered care using a combination of conventional evidence based medical nutrition therapies that recognize genetic uniqueness, core physiological imbalances and the role of the environment in health and disease.
PREREQ: NSD 665 AND NSD 667
NSD 647 - Weight Management, Obesity and Disordered Eating
Nutrition and Food Studies
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Double Numbered with: NSD 447
Basic principles of weight management and role of nutrition and physical fitness in weight control. Causes, characteristics, and treatment of anorexia nervosa, bulimia, pica, and obesity; strategies for nutritional management. Additional work required of graduate students.
PREREQ: NSD 225
NSD 648 - Dietetics Practice Across the Lifespan
Nutrition/Nutrition Science
3 credit(s) Odd academic yr e.g. 2007-8
Integration of information necessary to understand nutrition issues of importance at different life stages with the skills to assess nutritional status of individuals with non-complex medical issues at different life stages.
PREREQ: NSD 225
NSD 650 - Dietetics Practicum
Nutrition and Food Studies
1-6 credit(s) Every semester
Structured experience in dietetics management, community, and clinical nutrition in community agencies, hospitals, and food systems operations integrated with classroom theory.
Repeatable
NSD 652 - Mediterranean Food and Culture: A Florence Experience
Nutrition and Food Studies
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Double Numbered with: NSD 452
Renowned cuisine and culture from a food studies and systems level to dietary patterns and health risks via lectures, readings, field trips and excursions from the SU Florence campus. Additional work required of graduate students.
NSD 654 - Nutrition Research Methods
Nutrition and Food Studies
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Integrates an understanding and application of nutrition research methods. Emphasis on evidence-based analysis.
NSD 655 - Issues in Community Nutrition
Nutrition and Food Studies
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Analysis of government role in meeting food and nutrition needs of selected populations. Relationship of public health and welfare policy to nutritional status. Community assessment and program evaluation.
NSD 660 - Readings in Nutrition
Nutrition and Food Studies
1-3 credit(s) Every semester
Repeatable 1 time(s), 6 credits maximum
NSD 662 - Biochemical and Physical Assessments Lab
Nutrition/Nutrition Science
1 credit(s) Irregularly
Double Numbered with: NSD 462
This class provides hands-on training in the use of common biochemical, energetic, physical, and anthropometric methodologies to evaluate nutritional status. The focus is on the nutritional and public health applications of each method.
PREREQ: an introductory level biochemistry course
NSD 665 - Metabolism of Micronutrients
Nutrition and Food Studies
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Review of the micro-nutrients, their structures, metabolic and/or physiologic functions, requirements, deficiency states and possible toxicities, nutritional assessment, food sources, and interrelationships with other nutrients.
NSD 667 - Metabolism of Macronutrients
Nutrition and Food Studies
4 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
An overview of the structure and function of the major macronutrients (proteins, carbohydrates, and lipids) in the maintenance of human health. Introduction to metabolic pathways and the principles of cellular bioenergetics in the regulation and utilization of energy nutrients.
NSD 669 - South Asia - Family, Food and Healthcare Systems
Nutrition/Nutrition Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Crosslisted with: HFS 669 , SAS 669
Double Numbered with: NSD 469
This course examines socio-cultural aspects of India from a nutrition, food systems and public health perspective using online instruction and a cultural immersion trip to India. Additional work required of graduate students.
NSD 670 - Experience Credit
Nutrition and Food Studies
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
NSD 675 - Practicum Pre-Planning
Nutrition/Nutrition Science
0 credit(s) Every semester
Pre-planning for matching and securing a practicum. Course facilitates access to the Tevera Internship system via BlackBoard.
Repeatable 4 time(s)
NSD 680 - Seminar in Food and Nutrition
Nutrition and Food Studies
1-3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Topics in food and nutrition.
Repeatable 1 time(s), 6 credits maximum
NSD 681 - Clinical Nutrition Therapy I
Nutrition/Nutrition Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Double Numbered with: NSD 481
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.
NSD 682 - Clinical Nutrition Therapy I Lab
Nutrition/Nutrition Science
1 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Double Numbered with: NSD 482
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.
COREQ: NSD 681
NSD 683 - Clinical Nutrition Therapy II
Nutrition/Nutrition Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Double Numbered with: NSD 483
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 681
NSD 684 - Clinical Nutrition Therapy II Lab
Nutrition/Nutrition Science
1 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Double Numbered with: NSD 484
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 682
NSD 685 - Nutritional Genomics
Nutrition and Food Studies
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
An advanced study of the effects of genetic variation on optimal nutrient intake and the nutritional regulation of metabolic pathways.
NSD 690 - Independent Study
Nutrition and Food Studies
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
NSD 695 - Nutritional Status Evaluation
Nutrition and Food Studies
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Principles and practices. Dietary, biochemical, anthropometric, and clinical procedures. Laboratory experiences.
NSD 755 - Field Experience in Community Nutrition
Nutrition and Food Studies
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Field experience with public and private agencies that include programs with a food and/or nutrition component.
PREREQ: NSD 655
NSD 756 - Food and Public Policy
Nutrition and Food Studies
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Crosslisted with: FST 756
Introduction to theory of public policy illustrated with examples of a variety of food, nutrition, and agricultural policies. Historical development of policies. Legislative and regulatory issues.
NSD 765 - Problems in Human Metabolism
Nutrition and Food Studies
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Selected topics in therapeutic nutrition and metabolism for students with substantial background in nutrition and disease.
PREREQ: NSD 667
NSD 795 - Research Methods
Nutrition and Food Studies
3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Research techniques applicable to the study of nutrition.
Repeatable 1 time(s), 6 credits maximum
NSD 996 - Master’s Project
Nutrition/Nutrition Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Inquiry in preparation for a master’s project in the field of nutrition and dietetics incorporating professional literature and principles. Permission of instructor.
NSD 997 - Master’s Thesis
Nutrition and Food Studies
1-6 credit(s) Every semester
Repeatable

Public Health

Courses

Public Health

PHP 600 - Selected Topics
Public Health
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.
Repeatable
PHP 603 - Introduction to Trauma Studies
Public Health
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Crosslisted with: MFT 603
This course is an overview of trauma studies and examines trauma typology, prevention, and intervention and is taught through an ecosystemic lens.
PHP 605 - Science and Practice of Mindfulness
David B. Falk College of Sport and Human Dynamics
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Double Numbered with: PHP 405
This course explores the neuroscience, psychology, and physiology of mindfulness and its application to mental and physical health across various public health contexts. Students engage in direct practice of evidence-based mindfulness practices. Additional work required of graduate students.
PHP 606 - Clinical Evaluation and Assessment of Addictions
Public Health
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Double Numbered with: PHP 406
Pre-treatment tools for engaging individuals in the evaluation and assessment of potentially problematic use of addictive and other addictive behaviors. Emphasizes the bio-psycho-social underpinnings of addictions. Role of the counselor as change agent. Additional work required of graduate students.
COREQ: PHP 618
PHP 607 - Motivational Interviewing for Behavioral Change
Public Health
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Double Numbered with: PHP 407
Philosophies, practices, and outcomes of behavioral change. Motivational interviewing and solution-focused approaches to addictions and related health counseling. Individual counseling, goal setting and relapse prevention techniques. Additional work required of graduate students.
PHP 609 - The Impact of Addictions on Families and Relationships
Public Health
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Double Numbered with: PHP 409
Knowledge of effects of chemical dependency on family, significant others and the importance of family support in recovery. Knowledge of basic family treatment approaches. Additional work required of graduate students.
PHP 612 - Global Perspectives in Alcohol & Other Drug Policies
Public Health
3 credit(s) Every semester
Double Numbered with: PHP 412
Traveling throughout Europe, this seminar course examines historical and contemporary influences of public health, drug policies, the drug war and their connections with complex trans-national economic issues such as immigration, and human trafficking. Additional work required of graduate students.
PHP 615 - Public Health Ethics
Public Health
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Double Numbered with: PHP 415
Ethical issues in public health, including legal and policy responses. Role of religious and social values in setting health policy. Additional work required of graduate students.
PHP 618 - Alcohol, Other Drugs, Sex and Gambling: Dynamics of Addiction
Public Health
3 credit(s) Every semester
The biological, psychological, and social factors of substance use and related addictions that exist across cultures and species.
PHP 621 - Research Methods in Public Health
Public Health
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
A review of foundational concepts in research, with an emphasis on research methods common in public health.
PHP 622 - Research Proposal Development
Public Health
2 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Planning, design, organization and management of a master’s level project or thesis in public health.
PREREQ: PHP 621
PHP 623 - Ethical Issues in Public Health Research
Public Health
1 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
An introduction to the ethics of scientific research in Public Health. This course includes the development of a complete IRB proposal.
COREQ: PHP 622
PHP 624 - Introduction to Prevention Science
Public Health
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Students examine risk and protective factors and design effective programs that promote well-being across the lifespan for diverse cultures. This course emphasizes theories, principles, and strategies of evidence-based prevention designed to meet identified community needs.
PHP 627 - Health Leadership and Management
Public Health
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
History of the field of public health management, key contemporary issues in the organization, regulation, financing, and delivery of healthcare services in the U.S. and globally, and leading health care programs and organizations.
PHP 630 - Analysis of Public Health Data
Public Health
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
An introduction to commonly used methods for analyzing health data. Use of statistical and graphical software will be emphasized.
PHP 631 - Intermediate Biostatistics
Public Health
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Univariate statistical techniques, to include multiple linear and logistical regression, for analyzing health data with a single outcome variable with covariates. Use of statistical software will be emphasized.
PREREQ: PHP 630
PHP 632 - Advanced Biostatistics
Public Health
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Conduct statistical analysis of public health related time-to-event data and counts data, and conduct meta-analysis as they relate to public health data.
PREREQ: PHP 631
PHP 633 - Spatial statistics for public health
Public Health
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Statistical approaches to the analysis of public health related spatial data.
PREREQ: PHP 630
PHP 636 - Ethics in Addiction Services
Public Health
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Double Numbered with: PHP 436
Application of professional codes of ethics and ethical standards using case studies of ethical dilemmas within the addiction services. Additional work required of graduate students
PHP 638 - Native American Health Promotion
Public Health
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Crosslisted with: NAT 638
Double Numbered with: PHP 438
Examines Native American culture and its contribution to wellness, including indigenous foodways, fitness and indigenous knowledge as an adjunct to chemical dependency treatment. Includes the historical roots of trauma as social determinants of health disparities. Additional work required of graduate students.
PHP 642 - Substance Use and Mental Health: Global Contexts
Public Health
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
The role of global contexts in the classification, development, and prevention of substance use and mental health disorders, with a focus on social determinants, health equity, and social justice.
PHP 648 - Global Health Communication
Global Health Communication
3 credit(s) Even Academic Yr e.g. 2004-5
Examines communication approaches for addressing public health challenges with diverse audiences; concepts of public health-specific communication, risk communication, evaluation of health communication programs, and the use of mass media across global contexts.
PHP 661 - Development and Evaluation of Public Health Programs
Public Health
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Public health approaches to program design, implementation, and evaluation.
PHP 662 - Culture and Reproductive Health and Medicine
Public Health
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Crosslisted with: ANT 662
Double Numbered with: PHP 462
Cultural anthropological approaches to cross-cultural variations in reproductive practices (pregnancy, childbirth, infertility, etc.) Impact of globalization, biomedicalization, international development on reproduction and reproductive health. Medical anthropology and gender studies.
PHP 663 - Global Health
Public Health
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Crosslisted with: ANT 663
Double Numbered with: PHP 463
Global health in anthropological perspective. Examines how culture affects people’s experience and response to morbidity and mortality. Considers topics like gender and health, reproductive health, infectious disease, health and inequality and health and war.
PHP 664 - Health Equity & Social Determinants of Health
Public Health
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Examines theories of justice, social determinants of health, and approaches to address social injustices and public health inequities.
PHP 665 - Public Health Policy
Public Health
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Crosslisted with: PAI 665
Analysis of factors that influence health policy making and the development of health policies. Individual country policy responses to national health problems will be compared as well as multilateral policy approaches to global health challenges.
PHP 667 - Graduate Practicum in Public Health
Public Health
4 credit(s) Every semester
Provide cross-cultural experience and understanding of public health policies and practices in the field.
PHP 668 - Applied Epidemiology
Public Health
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Epidemiological methods used in the study of public health problems. Topics will be illustrated with examples from local, national, and global settings.
PHP 669 - Disability and Global Health
Public Health
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Fundamental issues in human variation categorized as disability with an emphasis on disparities and strategies to enhance health equity among people with disabilities in global contexts.
PHP 670 - Experience Credit
Public Health
1-6 credit(s)
Repeatable
PHP 675 - Internship/Practicum Pre-Planning
Public Health
0 credit(s) Every semester
Double Numbered with: PHP 375
Pre-planning for matching and securing an internship/practicum. Course facilitates access to the Tevera Internship system via BlackBoard.
Repeatable 4 time(s)
PHP 690 - Independent Study
Public Health
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
PHP 704 - Infectious Disease: Epidemiology and Control
Public Health
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
An introduction to topics and methods in the control and epidemiology of major infectious diseases. Includes the estimation of the importance of risk and resilience factors associated with disease.
PREREQ: PHP 668
PHP 705 - Global Health Governance
Public Health
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Diverse organizations, consortiums and networks engaged in global health governance; the tools and mechanisms used, and how global health governance impacts health actions, equity, and human rights
PHP 706 - Environmental Determinants of Global Health
Public Health
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Topics and methods informing our understanding of the major environmental public health problems in industrialized and developing countries. Includes the critical evaluation of research on how various environmental factors affect human health.
PHP 707 - Integrative Learning Experience
Public Health
2 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Integration of the public health competencies achieved and students’ professional goals. Culminates in a written product intended for external stakeholders building upon student’s professional goals in public health and demonstrating the skills and knowledge obtained.
PREREQ: Permission of Instructor
PHP 997 - Master’s Thesis
Public Health
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Written document exhibiting substantive and original research in Public Health. Planned under direction of major departmental advisor.

School of Social Work

Courses

Social Work

SWK 600 - Selected Topics
School of Social Work
1-6 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Exploration of a topic in social work, not covered by the standard curriculum, but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
Repeatable
SWK 601 - Fundamentals of Social Work Practice 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.
COREQ: SWK 671
SWK 602 - Fundamentals of Social Work Practice 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.
SWK 603 - Social Work and the Human-Animal Bond
School of Social Work
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Double Numbered with: SWK 403
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 611 - Social Welfare Policy and Services
School of Social Work
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Historical antecedents of social welfare policy, programs. Social work values, roles. Structure and organization of public and voluntary strategies for achieving economic security, health, and mental health welfare goals. Cultural, racial, ethnic, gender diversity. Policy analysis frameworks.
SWK 626 - Persons in Social Context
School of Social Work
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Crosslisted with: WGS 626
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 627 - 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 427
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 628 - Human Diversity in Social Contexts
School of Social Work
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Crosslisted with: WGS 628
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 641 - Divorce Mediation
School of Social Work
3 credit(s) Only during the summer
Crosslisted with: MFT 641
Basic theory and skills of divorce mediation. Includes introduction to conflict resolution theory, divorce law, financial planning, custody issues, and marital and family dynamics related to divorce.
SWK 643 - Aging in the Context of Family Life
David B. Falk College of Sport and Human Dynamics
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Crosslisted with: HFS 643 , SOC 643
Double Numbered with: SWK 443
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 657 - Processes of Aging
School of Social Work
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Double Numbered with: SWK 357
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 658 - Practice and Policy in Adult Corrections
School of Social Work
3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Double Numbered with: SWK 458
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 662 - Applied Research in Social Work
School of Social Work
3 credit(s) Every semester
Crosslisted with: MFT 663
Design and execution of research in human service settings. Proposal development, creation of quantitative and qualitative instruments, coding of data, computer-based data analysis, and production of research reports.
SWK 671 - Field Instruction I
School of Social Work
3 credit(s) Every semester
Supervised practice experience to apply knowledge, social work principles, values, and methods and obtain increasing competence and skill for professional practice. No credit will be given for completion of only one semester of field work.
COREQ: SWK 601
SWK 672 - Field Instruction II
School of Social Work
3 credit(s) Every semester
Supervised practice experience to apply knowledge, social work principles, values, and methods and obtain increasing competence and skill for professional practice. No credit will be given for completion of only one semester of field work.
PREREQ: SWK 671
COREQ: SWK 602
SWK 675 - Field Experience Pre-Planning
School of Social Work
0 credit(s) Every semester
Double Numbered with: SWK 375
Pre-planning for matching and securing a field experience. Course facilitates access to the Tevera Internship experience system via BlackBoard.
Repeatable 4 time(s)
SWK 682 - Introduction to Equine Assisted Activities and Therapies
School of Social Work
3 credit(s) Only during the summer
Double Numbered with: SWK 482
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 689 - Individualized Readings Program
School of Social Work
3 credit(s) Every semester
Selected readings in social work and related fields under guidance of appropriate faculty.
SWK 690 - Independent Study
School of Social Work
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
SWK 700 - Selected Topics
School of Social Work
1-6 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Exploration of a topic in social work not covered by standard curriculum, but of interest to second year graduate students and faculty in a particular semester.
Repeatable
SWK 703 - Direct Service with the Elderly
School of Social Work
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Analysis of social work practice models/theories, and development of professional skills as they apply to practice problems confronted in work with the elderly.
PREREQ: SWK 601 , SWK 602 , SWK 657
SWK 707 - Short Term Intervention in Social Work
School of Social Work
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Development of clinical skills in Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Cognitive Therapy and Narrative Therapy. Intervention effectiveness is stressed,. Role playing, lecture, group processing and assignments specific to each approach are used to facilitate skill development.
PREREQ: SWK 601
SWK 709 - Practice with Children, Adolescents and Families
School of Social Work
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Intervention models examined in the framework of family empowerment and advocacy for organizational change. Examines implications of diverse, culturally based child rearing practices for design of intervention strategies to strengthen and empower families.
PREREQ: SWK 730
SWK 710 - Topics in Advanced Social Work Practice and Policy
School of Social Work
1-6 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Developing issues and current trends. Shifting directions in social work practice and theory: methods, strategies, and techniques of intervention. Services to diverse populations. Developing issues and current trends. Shifting directions in social work practice, policy, and theory. Service models, techniques, and strategies of intervention for diverse populations. U.S. or international.
Repeatable
SWK 712 - Clinical Social Work with Groups
School of Social Work
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Experiential seminar explores frameworks for therapeutic intervention with formed groups. Focuses on students’ prior experience, aids in integration of new models and techniques into social work model for clinical work with groups. Requires concurrent work with short term group.
PREREQ: SWK 601
SWK 714 - Supervision, Consultation and Staff Development
School of Social Work
3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Functions, methods, and techniques of supervision and consultation within an organizational context. Design, implementation, and evaluation of staff development programs. Emphasis on overcoming barriers to multicultural groups and enhancing staff morale, motivation, and effectiveness.
PREREQ: SWK 602
SWK 715 - Administration in Human Services
School of Social Work
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Organizational and administrative theories and principles are applied to a range of human services. Administrative issues related to effective delivery of services include job design, resource procurement and allocation, strategic planning, and quality management.
PREREQ: SWK 601
SWK 718 - Working with Animals in the Human Services: Observation and Practices
School of Social Work
3 credit(s) Only during the summer
Individual projects requiring intensive observation, study, or active participation in settings where animals are part of human service delivery. Linkage of theory and findings in research literature to social work practice.
PREREQ: SWK 601 AND SWK 603
SWK 724 - Psychopathology
School of Social Work
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Crosslisted with: MFT 724
Stressful processes of living, focusing on individual attitudinal and behavioral responses that may be maladaptive. Traditional mental health theories and classifications, and relevant perspectives from sociology, social psychology, and biology.
SWK 727 - Family Violence: Policy, Practice and Research
School of Social Work
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Examines family violence from a social work perspective. Integrated understanding of causation and intervention. Direct practice and policy issues. Role of research in the family violence field.
SWK 730 - Family Systems Theory
School of Social Work
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Exploration of foundational and current couple and family therapy theories as they relate to functional and dysfunctional interactions, and to the practice of Social Work with individuals, families and groups.
PREREQ: SWK 626
SWK 732 - Advanced Practice with Individuals, Families and Groups
School of Social Work
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Application of systems thinking to advanced social work practice with individuals, families, and groups. Intervention with problems of aging, child welfare, health, mental health, and in the workplace.
PREREQ: SWK 730
COREQ: SWK 771
SWK 733 - Social Work Practice in Mental Health
David B. Falk College of Sport and Human Dynamics
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Advanced practice course in clinical social work concentration. Focuses on integration of knowledge in SW program, while including group therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy and professional use-of-self perspective.
PREREQ: SWK 732
SWK 735 - Principles and Methods of Social Work Practice with Black Families
School of Social Work
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Principles and methods in working with black families. Practice interventions are examined within a cultural context. Attention will be given to the historical underpinnings that have molded the black experience in America.
PREREQ: SWK 601
SWK 736 - Evidence-Based Approaches to Mental Health Treatment
School of Social Work
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Evidence-based practices within recovery-oriented paradigm for treating individuals with serious mental illness. Focus on assessment, treatment outcomes, and translating research into practice.
PREREQ: SWK 601
SWK 738 - Core Concepts in Trauma Treatment for Children and Adolescents
School of Social Work
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Introduction of core concepts that inform evidence-based assessment and intervention with traumatized children and adolescents. Addresses the level of functioning of primary caregiving environments and assesses capacity of the community to facilitate restorative processes.
PREREQ: SWK 601
SWK 739 - Applied Neuroscience in the Human Services
School of Social Work
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
The course explores key findings in neuroscience and consideration of implications for human service practitioners across disciplines and settings. Enables integration of scientific findings, related controversies, and ethical issues into approach to practice and policy.
SWK 740 - Treatment of Complex Trauma with Individuals
School of Social Work
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Preparation for clinical practice with individuals who have experienced complex trauma. Current interventions for trauma treatment and factors involved in appropriate treatment selection are addressed.
PREREQ: SWK 671 or MFT 750 or COU 750
SWK 742 - Violence, Bullying, & Trauma: Clinical Perspectives
School of Social Work
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Analysis of violence, bullying, harassment, hazing, and traumatic effects that result. A systems theory perspective is applied to organizations and to families. Evidence-based approaches for intervention and remediation are discussed.
SWK 743 - Advanced Integrated Social Work Practice
School of Social Work
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Principles, modalities, techniques of social work practice integrated across micro and mezzo levels. Advanced assessment, intervention and evaluation across systems, in community-based practice, through the context of mental health, child welfare, health, aging.
PREREQ: SWK 601
COREQ: SWK 771
SWK 754 - Death, Dying, and Terminal Illness
School of Social Work
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Death, dying, terminal illness, and coping with trauma and loss as it impacts the individual, family, and identified social networks. Social work practice, theory, and ethics surrounding the dying process. Consideration of companion animals.
SWK 761 - Mental Health Policy
School of Social Work
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Policies, programs in mental health and developmental disabilities fields. Deinstitutionalization, community-based services. Special mental health issues related to poverty, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation. Policy analysis.
PREREQ: SWK 611
SWK 763 - Health Care Policy
School of Social Work
3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Present organization of health care services, development of government legislation, and regulation. Organization and growth of public and private services and their impact on special populations.
PREREQ: SWK 611
SWK 765 - Public Policy and Aging
School of Social Work
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Identify social policy formulations relevant to the changing lifestyle of the elderly. Implications of such policies for the social institutions and delivery systems serving elderly persons and their families.
PREREQ: SWK 611
SWK 766 - Seminar in International Social Welfare Policy and Social Work
School of Social Work
3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Cross-national comparisons.
PREREQ: SWK 611
SWK 768 - Family & Child Welfare Policy
School of Social Work
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Examines policies, programs affecting three groups of families and children: supportive services for all, target services for those at risk, and intensive interventions to protect children with acute problems. Measurement and political dimensions of policy making analysis.
PREREQ: SWK 611
SWK 771 - Field Instruction III
School of Social Work
3 credit(s) Every semester
Supervised practice experience in social agencies related to student’s concentration choice. No credit will be given for only one semester of field work.
COREQ: SWK 732 OR SWK 743
SWK 772 - Field Instruction IV
School of Social Work
3 credit(s) Every semester
Supervised practice experience in social agencies related to student’s concentration choice. No credit will be given for only one semester of field work.
PREREQ: SWK 771
SWK 774 - Proposal Writing and Program Development
School of Social Work
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Planning, development, and funding of social service programs in both private nonprofit and public settings.
SWK 775 - Program Evaluation
School of Social Work
3 credit(s) Every semester
Evaluation of human service programs reflected in students’ field placements. Evaluability assessment. Program description. Posing evaluation questions. Quantitative and qualitative methods of needs assessment, information management, process evaluation, outcome evaluation, cost analysis, reporting results.
PREREQ: SWK 662
COREQ: SWK 771 OR SWK 772
SWK 776 - Clinical Practice Evaluation
School of Social Work
3 credit(s) Every semester
Evaluation of clinical practice reflected in students’ field placements. Principles of measurement. Single system design. Critical thinking in clinical decision making. Quantitative and qualitative methods of systematic self-evaluation, instrument design, data analysis.
PREREQ: SWK 662
COREQ: SWK 771 OR SWK 772
SWK 777 - Community Organization and Development
School of Social Work
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Theoretical orientations and skills required for social work practice of community economic development in urban and rural settings.
PREREQ: SWK 602
SWK 778 - Policy Practice and Advocacy
School of Social Work
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Social policy analysis, planning and advocacy knowledge, methods and skills applied to social reform and social change in health and welfare arenas.
PREREQ: SWK 602
SWK 779 - Seminar in Organizational Development and Leadership
School of Social Work
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Theories, research, and practice models of organizational development and leadership. How organizations function and personal exploration of the self as change agent. Skills of analysis and synthesis for organizational change in public and nonprofit settings.
PREREQ: SWK 771
SWK 781 - Alcohol and Other Drugs in Social Work Practice
School of Social Work
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Crosslisted with: MFT 781
Introduces theory and practice strategies appropriate to understand and address alcohol and other drug problems among clients in various human services settings. Prerequisite does not apply to MFT students.
PREREQ: SWK 601
SWK 785 - AIDS: Social and Preventive Issues
School of Social Work
3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Studies policy and practice issues affecting individuals infected by human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). Examines nature of illness, its psychosocial sequelae, differential impact on ethnic/cultural groups in U.S., and strategies for ethnic sensitive practice.
SWK 789 - Individualized Reading Program
School of Social Work
1-4 credit(s) Every semester
Selected readings in social work and related fields under guidance of appropriate faculty.
SWK 790 - Independent Study
School of Social Work
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

Sport Management

Courses

Sport Analytics

SAL 601 - Introduction to Sport Analytics and Visualization
Introduction to Sport Analytics and Visualization
3 credit(s) Even Academic Yr e.g. 2004-5
This course covers a basic statistics review, visualization techniques in Tableau, a discussion of the Moneyball hypothesis, and an overview of the current state of player/team analytics in different sports.
SAL 602 - Introduction to R for Sport Analytics
Introduction to R for Sport Analytics
3 credit(s) Even Academic Yr e.g. 2004-5
This course serves as an introduction to R and covers basic coding, data frames, data cleaning and editing, visualization techniques, and basic modeling of data in R. These techniques are taught using sports data.
PREREQ: SAL 601
SAL 603 - Introduction to Databases and Python for Sport Analytics
Introduction to Databases and Python for Sport Analytics
3 credit(s) Even Academic Yr e.g. 2004-5
This course serves as an introduction to Python. Sports data are used in conjunction with NumPy, Pandas, management, cleaning, wrangling, and aggregation. Key strategies of effective use of Python for sports data are discussed.
PREREQ: SAL 602
SAL 604 - Linear Regression and Econometrics for Sport Analytics
Linear Regression and Econometrics for Sport Analytics
3 credit(s) Even Academic Yr e.g. 2004-5
The course covers linear regression, modeling techniques, interpretation of regression results, diagnostic tests and corrections for econometric issues, logistic regression, and key sport economic insights.
PREREQ: SAL 603
SAL 605 - R for Sport Analytics II
Sport Management
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Continued training in coding, webscraping, creating interactive graphics, using dashboards, and combining databases and SQL with R for Sport Analytics. Techniques used include nearest neighbors, classification, trees, and cluster analysis.
PREREQ: SAL 604
SAL 606 - Applications of Machine Learning for Sport Analytics using Python
Sport Management
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Applications of machine learning for sport analytics using Python. Topics include supervised vs. unsupervised models, clustering, Bayesian networks, component analysis, and neural networks using sports data.
PREREQ: SAL 605
SAL 607 - Econometrics for Sport Analytics II
Sport Management
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Continued application of econometrics in Sport Analytics, including additional tests for violations of assumptions of CLRM. Other topics include nonlinear regression, qualitative response models, panel data, and simultaneous equation models and methods.
PREREQ: SAL 606
SAL 608 - Applications of Machine Learning for Sport Analytics Using R
Sport Management
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Applications of Machine Learning for Sport Analytics Using R. Elements of both supervised and unsupervised learning. Key topics include classifier models (KNN, Naïve Bayes), decision trees, clustering, cross validation, bagging, and neural networks.
PREREQ: SAL 607
SAL 611 - Sport Law and Analytics
Sport Management
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Legal issues facing the sports industry related to contracts, antitrust, arbitration, etc., and the various dilemmas they create are explored. Students will research and use analytics, offer analysis, and discuss possible resolutions to specific dilemmas.
PREREQ: SAL 603
SAL 612 - Baseball’s Collective Bargaining Agreement Analytics Applications
Sport Management
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
The sport of baseball and its Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), which describes the rules and regulations governing both the business behind and playing of the sport, are explored with analytics applications related to key concepts.
PREREQ: SAL 611
SAL 613 - Football Analytics Applications
Sport Management
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
The sport of football and its Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), which describes the rules and regulations governing both the business behind and playing of the sport, are explored with analytics applications related to key concepts.
PREREQ: SAL 611
SAL 614 - Basketball and Analytics Applications
Sport Management
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
The sport of basketball and its Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), which describes the rules and regulations governing both the business behind and playing of the sport, are explored with analytics applications related to key concepts.
PREREQ: SAL 611
SAL 615 - Hockey and Analytics Applications
Sport Management
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
The sport of hockey and its Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), which describes the rules and regulations governing both the business behind and playing of the sport, are explored with analytics applications related to key concepts.
PREREQ: SAL 611
SAL 621 - Sport Gambling and Analytics
Sport Management
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
The theory and practice of the sports betting and daily fantasy marketplace are studied. Topics include market efficiency, risk assessment, line movements, portfolio analysis, and momentum trading. Analytical applications are presented and explored throughout.
PREREQ: SAL 611

Sport Management

SPM 600 - Selected Topics
Sport Management
1-6 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
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 614 - Foundations of Sport Venue and Event Management
Sport Management
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Application of sport management theory to venue and event management associated with hosting, managing and sponsoring events. Management process, including theory of management and practical applications within the sport venue and event planning industry.
SPM 634 - Sport Event and Hospitality Management
Sport Management
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Theoretical and practical principles and procedures for designing, planning, implementing, and evaluating a variety of sporting events.
PREREQ: SPM 614
SPM 635 - Marketing of Sport Venues & Events
Sport Management
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Students will learn concepts and skills of sport marketing, sponsorship, and revenue generation as they pertain to a variety of sport venue and event settings.
SPM 637 - Sport Venue Management
Sport Management
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Double Numbered with: SPM 437
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 645 - The Strategic Management of People in Sport
Sport Management
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
A survey course of management theory, principles, and techniques in the sport industry, with a particular emphasis on managing the various types of workers (e.g., employees, contractors, volunteers), necessary to produce sport services and events.
SPM 649 - Technologies in Game Day Operations
Sport Management
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Double Numbered with: SPM 449
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 650 - Sports Ticket Sales
Sport Management
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Double Numbered with: SPM 350
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.
SPM 654 - Sport Venue Operations
Sport Management
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Producing and implementing various sport and entertainment events. Organizational set-up, planning and execution of events in multi-purpose sport facilities. Analyze logistics, budgeting and operational costs of transforming venue into different sporting and entertainment configurations.
PREREQ: SPM 614
SPM 655 - Practicum in Sport Venue and Events Management
Sport Management
3-9 credit(s) Every semester
The practicum provides students with hands-on industry experience in sports venue and event settings. Students will utilize knowledge and skills learned in other Sport Venue and Event Management coursework through industry application.
PREREQ: SPM 614
Repeatable 2 time(s), 9 credits maximum
SPM 664 - Financial Management of Sport Facilities and Events
Sport Management
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Sport finance applied to managerial control of sport venues and events. Fundamental business concepts. Analysis of financial statements, budget forecasting and planning, securing optional funding sources and capital budgeting as related to multiple sport venues.
PREREQ: SPM 614
SPM 665 - Advanced Sport Event Management
Sport Management
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Students will build upon prior coursework and knowledge through the planning of a local sport event. All facets of the event will be covered in detail and applied to the actual event.
SPM 670 - Experience Credit
Sport Management
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
SPM 675 - Capstone/Practicum Pre-Planning
Sport Management
0 credit(s) Every semester
Double Numbered with: SPM 375
Pre-planning for matching and securing a Capstone/Practicum. Course facilitates access to the Tevera Internship system via BlackBoard.
Repeatable 4 time(s)
SPM 690 - Independent Study
Sport Management
1-6 credit(s)
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 700 - Selected Topics
Sport Management
1-6 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
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

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David B. Falk College of Sport and Human Dynamics Courses

David B. Falk College of Sport and Human Dynamics

Department of Exercise Science

Courses

EXE 500 - Selected Topics

EXE 514 - Exercise and Aging

EXE 515 - Graded Exercise Testing and Interpretation

EXE 516 - Exercise Prescription: Health and Disease

EXE 517 - Pathophysiology

EXE 518 - Cardiac Rehabilitation

EXE 519 - Metabolic Aspects of Physical Activity

EXE 600 - Selected Topics

EXE 606 - Current Literature in Exercise and Sport Science

EXE 615 - Worksite Health Promotion

EXE 636 - Scientific Principles of Conditioning

EXE 675 - Internship Pre-Planning

EXE 686 - Systemic Physiology and Exercise

EXE 693 - Research Methods in Exercise and Sport Science

EXE 700 - Selected Topics

EXE 753 - Cardiovascular Physiology

EXE 764 - Internship in Exercise Science

EXE 773 - Exercise Endocrinology

EXE 785 - Energy, Metabolism and Exercise

EXE 795 - Skeletal Muscle Physiology

EXE 997 - Master’s Thesis

EXE 999 - Dissertation

Human Development and Family Science

Courses

HFS 557 - Sep & Div:Impct/Chld&Fam

HFS 577 - Urban Families Strengths and Challenges

HFS 597 - Early Childhood Program Administration

HFS 600 - Selected Topics

HFS 615 - Graduate Proseminar in Child and Family Studies

HFS 621 - Statistical Concepts I

HFS 622 - Statistical Concepts II

HFS 631 - Research Methods/CFS I

HFS 633 - Intrvntn Mdls:Inft&Pre-Sc

HFS 634 - Secondary Data Analysis Using Social Science Data

HFS 635 - Obs&Assesmt/Infnts&Chldrn

HFS 636 - Crtcl Iss/Early Chldhd

HFS 637 - Theo,Intrp,Apps/Child Dev

HFS 638 - Child Development in the Context of Schooling

HFS 643 - Aging in the Context of Family Life

HFS 645 - The Developing Infant

HFS 647 - Play, Childhood Development, and Early Childhood Education

HFS 648 - Family Theory:Interp&Applc

HFS 649 - Marital and Cohabitating Roles and Relationships

HFS 652 - Mindfulness in Children and Youth

HFS 653 - Child and Family Development Across the Life Cycle

HFS 657 - Cntmp Iss/Human Sexuality

HFS 658 - Science of Caring and Sharing

HFS 659 - Families and Workplaces

HFS 664 - Aging and Society

HFS 665 - Language Development in Children

HFS 667 - Chld&Fam Crss/Cltrl Persp

HFS 668 - Fam Var:Soc Class&Eth Det

HFS 669 - South Asia - Family, Food and Healthcare Systems

HFS 670 - Experience Credit

HFS 674 - Promises and Problems in Youth and Emerging Adulthood

HFS 682 - Development in Immigrant & Refugee Families

HFS 686 - Family Life Education

HFS 687 - Family Stress and Resilience: Theory and Interpretation

HFS 690 - Independent Study

HFS 695 - Sex Role Socialztn & Fam

HFS 700 - Selected Topics

HFS 732 - Research Methods/CFS II

HFS 736 - Development of Self-Regulation in Children and Youth

HFS 747 - Parenting Research Seminar

HFS 800 - Selected Topics

HFS 830 - Sem Child Development

HFS 835 - Iss & Probs/Chld&Fam Devt

HFS 840 - Seminar: Child Development and Family Relations

HFS 990 - Independent Study

HFS 996 - Masters Project

HFS 997 - Masters Thesis

HFS 999 - Dissertation

Marriage and Family Therapy

Courses

MFT 567 - Sexual Issues for the Helping Professional

MFT 600 - Selected Topics