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Course Criteria
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4.00 Credits
This course examines the structures and functioning of the nervous system and its relationship to behavior, with an emphasis on human motor behavior. Topics of motor control such as sensation, perception, organization of movements, reflexes, voluntary movements, and balance/posture are discussed. Three hours lecture and one three-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisites: SPME/BIOL 270 and MATH 316. (WI)
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4.00 Credits
This course examines the psychological theories and research related to sport performance and enhancement. Students will be introduced to the nine mental skills necessary for high levels of performance in sport and non-sport situations: attitude, motivation, goals and commitment, interpersonal skills, self-talk, mental imagery, anxiety management, management of emotions, and concentration. (WI)
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4.00 Credits
This course examines the mechanical principles underlying human movement. Topics covered include: linear and angular kinematics, linear and angular kinetics, angular momentum, joint forces and torques, and fluid mechanics. In addition, various movement patterns and sport activities are analyzed using advanced biomechanical laboratory techniques. Three hours lecture and one three-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisites: MATH 210, SPME 330, and PHYS 102 with a grade of "C-" or better. (RM)
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4.00 Credits
Study of the principles associated with the development and implementation of resistance and flexibility training programs. Emphasis is on examination of neural, muscular, and skeletal adaptations associated with resistance and flexibility training across gender and the lifespan. Laboratory activities focus on developing competencies, performing and instructing resistance training, and flexibility exercises at all major articulations. Three hours lecture and one two-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisite: SPME 330.
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4.00 Credits
This course examines the physiological foundations of health and fitness and introduces the techniques needed to assess, design, prescribe, and implement individual and group exercise programs. Topics include risk factors and pathophysiology of common inactivity-related diseases and the general principles of exercise prescription and body composition assessment, proper nutrition, and weight management within the context of exercise programs. Three hours lecture and one three-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisite: SPME 360. (WI)
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4.00 Credits
A comprehensive study of the scientific evidence documenting the relationship between lifestyle, physical activity, and chronic disease. Emphasis is on the scientific principles underlying the role of physical activity in health maintenance and disease prevention, with a specific focus on the consequences of exercise hours lecture and one three-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisite: SPME 360.
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1.00 - 4.00 Credits
Laboratory or research investigations in exercise and sports sciences. Prerequisite: consent of instructor and divisional chairperson. This course may be repeated. However, units earned in SPME 590 and/or SPME 595 may not exceed eight.
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1.00 - 4.00 Credits
Selected Topics
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1.00 - 4.00 Credits
Field work investigations in exercise and sports sciences. Prerequisites: consent of instructor and divisional chairperson. This course may be repeated. However, total units earned in SPME 590 and/or SPME 595 may not exceed eight. Cr/NC grading only.
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3.00 Credits
An advanced, supervised, academic internship in sport medicine offering students a field experience with professionals in the fitness and health industry. The purpose of the internship is to provide students a practical experience at an affiliated internship fitness facility or health center. Classroom activity focuses on developing skills related to job preparation (self-marketing, resume writing, and interviewing). The student is required to complete 120 hours of internship work. Consent of internship coordinator is required. Prerequisites: SPME 460 and PE 201.
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