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PHE-155 Introduction to Physical Education, Sport, and Wellness3 Hours
- To acquaint the Physical and Health Education and Sports Management majors, and Coaching minors with principles, philosophy, history, objectives, scientific basis and formal structure of the professional field. Career options and professionalism will be stressed. The specialized areas of kinesiology and sub disciplines will be covered to aid in understanding and allow for a meaningful approach to the discipline.
PHE-225 Psychology of Sport and Exercise3 Hours
- The examination of psychological implications for sport, exercise, and injury.
PHE-229 Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation1 Hours
- A techniques course leading to certification in Emergency Cardiac Care.
PHE-230 First Aid Basics2 Hours
- A standard first-aid course, taught by the multimedia approach, that includes knowledge and skills needed in emergency care of the injured and ill until medical care can be obtained. Also covers basic life-support techniques for victims of respiratory emergency and cardiac arrest. Qualifying students receive a certificate in first aid.
PHE-235 Professional Experience I1 Hours
- Placement of majors and minors in a professional setting in order to gain hands-on experience. The YMCA, YWCA, classroom, schools, PAL Club, camps, hospitals and other fitness facilities will be utilized in this course. Background check fees may apply to this course.
PHE-236 Professional Experience II1 Hours
- A second placement in a professional setting to gain further insight into possible career opportunities and responsibilities. Evaluation will be by an on-site supervisor. Background check fees may apply to this course.
PHE-350 Ethics and Character Development in Sport3 Hours
- An extensive investigation of moral and ethical concepts, principles, and issues faced in the organization and administration of sport. The course is designed to help develop sound reasoning skills for the resolution of moral and ethical dilemmas. Emphasis will be placed on understanding how personal ethics affect organizational and personal responsibility. Special attention will be given to professional ethics in sport management, the establishment of a code of professional ethics, and applying this code of ethics to ethical issues in sport.
PHE-352 Sport Law and Risk Management3 Hours
- The course is designed to develop legal insight for effective management and the avoidance of legal problems associated with sport and recreational activity. Topics to be addressed include right to participate, liability for injuries, legal status of sports organizations, risk management, assertion of legal rights, and crisis management. Other areas of sport industry law to be covered are contracts, tort liability, negligence, gender equity, and sport labor relations.
PHE-354 Sports Management3 Hours
- A thorough study of the principles of sports management. The processes of planning, organizing, staffing, directing, coordinating, reporting, budgeting, and overall evaluation will be thoroughly explored. Specific aspects of leadership, goal setting, communications, motivation, decision-making, and time management will be addressed. A survey of the careers and professional opportunities will be identified. Understanding of the structure and process of sport organizations will be outlined.
PHE-371 Administration of Physical Education and Athletics3 Hours
- An in-depth course in the organization and administration of physical education, intramural, and athletic programs. Particular problems of each program will be investigated and analyzed. The process of planning, organizing, staffing, coordinating, directing, reporting, budgeting, and evaluating will be an integral part of this course.
BUS-100 Foundations of Business3 Hours
- An overall view of the business field including the business environment; organization, management, and operating problems of the enterprise; financial management and the risk function; and the marketing function. No prerequisite.
PHE-264 Principles of Strength and Conditioning3 Hours
- This course will introduce students to the principles of strength and conditioning, including muscular strength and endurance, periodization, performance evaluation and program design, and prepare them to sit for the national Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) exam.
PHE-420 Sports Marketing, Promotion, and Fund Raising3 Hours
- The application of fundamental marketing concepts to the sport industry will be presented. Sport will be discussed as a product and as a market. A second component of the course will provide basic techniques for program promotion. A comprehensive Public Relations plan will be developed. A final aspect of the course will be to present sound and positive practices leading to successful fund raising.
PHE-422 Sports Management Internship3 Hours
- An in-depth leadership experience related to the sports management field and/or industry. Field placement will be coordinated through the instructor.
REC-460 Facilities: Design, Planning, Maintenance, and Scheduling3 Hours
- An in-depth exploration into planning, design, construction, equipping, and managing a variety of recreation and/or sport facilities. Facility scheduling/programming will also be addressed.
PHE-210 Computers & Technology in Physical Education and Sport1-2 Hours
- This course is designed to educate the student in practical computer and technology applications relevent to Health, Kinesiology, Recreation and sport related vocations. This course is also designed to enhance the student's knowledge of basic computer applications and their potential within the student's chosen profession.
PHE-480 Senior Seminar in Health and Human Performance2 Hours
- A capstone course focusing on current issues, trends, topics, professional entry, and professional opportunities. Major specific.

42 credit hours

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