EXERCISE
AND SPORT SCIENCE (ESS)
College
of Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Teacher Education Department
Chair: Patrick DiRocco
137
Mitchell Hall, 608-785-8173
e-mail:
dirocco.patr@uwlax.edu
Professors: Batesky, Esten, Foster,
Hastad, Porcari, Steffen, Tymeson; Associate Professors: DiRocco, Mikat;
Assistant Professors: Anderson, Barnd, Felix, Gibson, M., Lonning,
Martinez, McBride, J., McBride, T., Pein, Pinske, Schockmel, Skemp, Yu; Lecturers:
Dobertstein, Dodge, DuBois, Engen, Gibson, B., Healy, Heeren, Kennedy, Kline,
Perkins, Petersen, Russell, Schull.
UW-La
Crosse students transferring into the College of HPER must have a cumulative
GPA of 2.50 or higher at the time of transfer.
** Aquatics
requirement: physical education teaching majors are strongly encouraged to
graduate with a current American Red Cross
(ARC) Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certification Physical Education
Teaching majors are required to take 2 credits within the aquatic offerings and
may select from the following options:
Track 1 — Student with a current ACR WSI
certificate can:
a. Take ESS 116 WSI — 2 cr. — in the junior/senior year to
ensure current
certification upon graduation; or
b. Take 2 cr. from other ESS 100 aquatic offerings, except
not ESS 100
Beginning Swim.
Track 2 — Advanced swimmer without current WSI certification: Take ESS 116 WSI— 2 cr.
— junior/senior year to ensure current certification upon graduation.
Track 3 — Non-swimmer or weak swimmer: Take
ESS 113 Basic Swim — 1 cr. — and select an additional ESS 100 aquatic credit
suited for swim level.
(Teacher
Certification programs) — 53 credits of professional requirements. Required
courses: (freshman year) ESS 112, 113**, 115, 120; (sophomore year) ESS 205,
206, 207, 225, 226, 258, 261 (junior year): ESS 201, 302, 303, 312, 321, 326,
367; (senior year) ESS 401, 402, 412, 422, 424; teacher education requirements:
C-I 323, 325, and C-I 403 student teaching practicum; statutory requirements:
ERS 100* or HIS 306* or SOC 225* or W-S 230*; C-S 101* or EDM 275 or approved
HED/ESS computer workshop; PSY 370; EFN 205; ESS 231; and RDG 330.
Note:
Physical education teacher
certification majors and minors are required to take BIO 103 or 105, HPR 105, and PSY 100 to meet
prerequisite requirements for advanced courses. These courses
will also fulfill General Education requirements.
Students
should refer to Teacher Education Council and State of Wisconsin Department of
Public Instruction (DPI) policies identified in the School of Education section
on p. 78. These policies apply to students in all teacher certification
programs.
Students
must have successfully completed all parts of the PPST, earned and maintained a
cumulative grade point average of at least 2.50 and be admitted to teacher
education in order to enroll in teacher education courses. In order to enroll in
student teaching practicum courses, students must have earned and maintained a
2.75 cumulative GPA and a 2.75 GPA in the major, minor, concentration and
professional course work.
Athletic
Training Major
— 62 credits.
Required
courses: HPR 105*; ESS 181, 201, 205, 206, 207, 282, 302, 303, 349, 378, 379,
382, 450, 481, 482, 483, 484, 485; HED 230; PSY 212.
Note:
Athletic
training majors are required to take BIO 105*, MTH 205* or 250*, and PHY 104 to
meet prerequisites for advanced courses.
Admission
to the athletic training program is competitive and not all who apply can be
accommodated. Students admitted into the athletic training program must
maintain a minimum 2.75 cumulative grade point average (GPA) and complete 1200
supervised
laboratory
hours. Admission requires an application/selection process for entry into ESS
181. Enrollment in ESS 181 is limited to 25 candidates who will be considered
for final selection into the curriculum following completion of ESS 181 and
subsequent semester of volunteer athletic training center experience. Eight to
ten of the 25 candidates are selected at the end of the two-semester experience
to enter the CAAHEP accredited undergraduate curriculum. Application deadline
for enrollment in ESS 181 is February 1 for consideration for each fall
semester. Application materials may be obtained from the director, athletic
training program. Notification of acceptance into ESS 181 will be made by
approximately May 1.
Students
accepted to the athletic training educational program after the observational
year may not participate in intercollegiate athletics secondary to scheduling
conflicts with clinical and field experiences required in the educational
program.
Consideration
for selection into ESS 181 is based on the following criteria:
1. Acceptance into the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse;
2. Cumulative high school/university GPA;
3. GPA in science and sports medicine related course work;
4. SAT or ACT scores and rank in class;
5. Strength of
student’s athletic training commitment as reflected in letters of
recommendation;
6. Previous athletic
training/sports medicine experience, extracurricular activities and leadership
experience.
7. Evaluation of application by selection
committee.
Exercise
and Sport Science Major with Fitness Emphasis — 60 credits.
Required
courses (57 credits): ESS 115, 201, 205, 206, 281, 302, 303, 320, 323, 343,
344, 355, 368, 410, 442, 443, 447, 449, 450 (12 credits); MKT 309; CST 260 or
MGT 300.
Electives
(3 credits):
ESS 100 Lifeguard Training
ESS 100 Swim Fitness
ESS 100 Water Exercise
ESS 100 Aerobic Exercise
ESS 100 Jogging and Fitness
ESS 100 Cross Country Skiing
ESS 100 Tennis
ESS 100 Golf
ESS 100 In-Line Skating
ESS 100 Fitness Walking
ESS 100 Cycling
ESS 116 Water Safety Instructor
HED
342, 354, 433, 452, 454, 456
MGT
205, 308, 385; MKT 365, 444.
Workshops:
A maximum of three credits of approved workshops may be applicable to the
fitness emphasis.
Note:
Exercise and sport science
majors with fitness emphasis are required to take BIO 103 or 105 and C-S 101 to meet
prerequisites for advanced courses and/or for admission to the emphasis. These
courses will also fulfill General Education requirements.
Admission
to the fitness emphasis is competitive and not all who apply may be
accommodated. From those applying each year, approximately 30 will be admitted
into the fitness emphasis.
Admission
and retention process:
1. To be considered for admission to the exercise
and sport science major fitness emphasis, the student must have
completed or be
“in progress” of completing at least 45 semester credits, including general
education credits and the
five preadmission core courses (BIO 103 or 105; C-S
101; ESS 115, 205, 206) with a grade of at least “C” in each of
these core courses
and a cumulative GPA of 2.75.
2. Applications
are due October 1 to be considered for admission to the program spring semester
or February 1 to be considered for admission to the program for fall semester.
All candidates must meet academic, professional involvement, physical fitness
and personal qualifications and be approved by the Fitness and Sport Management
Advisory Board. Consideration for selection is based on the following criteria:
a) cumulative GPA; b) fitness evaluation; c) professional site visitations/observations/work
experiences; d)
word processing and writing skills; and e) interview.
3. Once
admitted, a 2.75 GPA (cumulative and major) must be maintained and a “C” grade
or better must be earned in all required and elective major courses for
retention in the program. Students whose GPA falls below 2.75 will be placed on
probation for one semester. Failure to achieve a 2.75 GPA (cumulative and
major) by the end of the probation semester will result in ineligibility to
continue in the program.
4. To be
admitted to ESS 450 Internship, students must achieve a 2.75 cumulative and
major GPA and have successfully completed all program course work.
For
complete details regarding application procedures, contact the Admissions
Office or the Department of Exercise and Sport Science.
—
58 credits. Required courses (54 credits): ESS 115, 201, 205, 206, 302, 303,
320, 410, 447, 448, 449, 450 (12 credits), 445; ACC 221; MGT 308; MKT 309, 444;
MGT 300 or CST 260 or ENG 307; electives (4 credits): ESS 281, 323, 349, 368,
442; ECO 320; FIN 355; HED 354, 452, 454; MGT 205, 305, 385; MKT 365, 460, 465;
REC 305.
Workshops
—
A
maximum of three credits of approved workshops may be applicable to the sport
management emphasis.
Note:
Exercise and sport science majors with sport
management emphasis are required to take BIO 103 or 105; C-S 101; ECO 110, 120
to meet prerequisites for advanced courses and/or for admission to the
emphasis. These courses will also fulfill General Education requirements.
Admission
to the sport management emphasis is competitive and not all who apply may be
accommodated. From those applying each year, approximately 30 will be admitted
into the sport management emphasis.
Admission
and retention process:
1. To be considered for admission to the
exercise and sport science major sport management emphasis, the student must
have completed or be “in progress” of completing at least 45 semester credits,
including general education credits and
the five pre-admission core courses
(BIO 103 or 105; C-S 101; ESS 115, 205, 206) with a grade of at least ”C” in
each of
these core courses and a cumulative GPA of 2.75.
2. Applications
are due October 1 to be considered for admission to the program spring semester
or February 1 to be
considered for admission to the program for fall semester.
All candidates must meet academic, professional involvement,
physical fitness
and personal qualifications and be approved by the fitness and Sport Management Advisory Board.
Consideration for selection
is based on the following criteria: a) cumulative GPA; b) fitness evaluation;
c) professional
site visitations/observations/work experiences; d) word
processing and writing skills; and e) interview.
3. Once
admitted, a 2.75 GPA (cumulative and major) must be maintained and a “C” grade
or better must be earned in all
required and elective major courses for
retention in the program. Students whose GPA falls below 2.75 will be placed on
probation for one semester. Failure to achieve a 2.75 GPA (cumulative and
major) by the end of the probation semester
will result in ineligibility to
continue in the program.
4. To be admitted to ESS 450 Internship,
students must achieve a 2.75 cumulative and major GPA and have successfully
completed all program course work.
For complete details regarding application
procedures, contact the Admissions Office or the Department of Exercise and
Sport Science.
(Teacher Certification programs) — 24 credits.
Required courses (16-18 credits): ESS 100 Strength Training or ESS 368, ESS
201, 205, 206, 281, 348, 349, 451 (2-3 credits); elective courses (6-8
credits): ESS 130, 207, 249, 302, 303, 323, 348, 368, 404, 410, 451, HED 331,
354, 454, 458.
(Teacher
Certification programs) — 14 credits. Admittance into the concentration
requires the successful completion (grade “C” or higher) of ESS 231; an overall
GPA of 2.5 or higher, and the approval of the coordinator of special physical
education. Required courses: ESS 233, 335, 430, 436, 439. Students will be
required to participate in two
special physical education clinical experiences.
Retention
in the concentration requires that:
1. A “C” grade or higher is obtained in all
special physical education courses
2. A 3.0 GPA is maintained in the special
physical education courses
3. A grade of “B” or higher is earned in ESS
439. (In addition, all ESS teaching majors
in the concentration will be required
to
teach adapted physical education
classes during their student teaching.) In order to receive the
Wisconsin add-on
Adapted Physical Education 860 certificate, a person
must be certified to teach physical education.
(All
colleges) — 22 credits. Required courses: ESS 205, 206, 209, 302, 303, 309,
368, 403, 411, 409.
Students
in the strength and conditioning concentration receive a theoretical and practical
education with a combination of classes and hands-on experience. Graduates are
prepared to take the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA)
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist examination. These graduates are
prepared for employment in a variety of educational, fitness, and sports
settings and capacities.
Students
who desire a strength and conditioning concentration must apply for entrance
into the program. Admission to the strength and conditioning concentration is
competitive and not all who apply may be accommodated. From those applying,
approximately 30 will be admitted into the strength and conditioning
concentration each year. Priority order for admission: 1) ESS majors, 2) other
health and recreation majors, and 3) other UW-L majors. To be admitted to the
program students must have a minimum 2.50 cumulative GPA and completed 100
supervised pre-clinical hours. Student must attain a 2.75 cumulative GPA before
registering for ESS 403 and 411. For complete details regarding the application
process, contact the strength and conditioning center or the Department of
Exercise and Sport Science.
Admission
and retention process:
To
be considered for admission to the strength and conditioning concentration,
students must:
1. Have a minimum 2.50 cumulative GPA
2. Complete and submit application materials
by Oct.1st for spring semester enrollment and Feb. 15th
for fall semester
enrollment
3. Have completed at least 28 semester credits including BIO 103 or 105 (prerequisite for ESS 205 and
206).
4. Have completed 100 supervised pre-clinical
hours in strength centers
5. Possess current CPR certification
Note:
Priority
for admission: 1) ESS majors, 2) other
HPER majors, 3) other UW-L majors.
Once
admitted, the following requirements must be maintained:
1. A “C” or better in all strength and
conditioning courses.
2. Satisfactory clinical evaluations.
3. Completion of competencies in strength and
conditioning clinicals.
4. A cumulative GPA of 2.50. Note: Students
must have a cumulative GPA of
2.75 to register for ESS 403 and 411.)
5. Maintain current CPR certification.
Practical
experience:
Students
must complete 350 supervised laboratory hours in one of three UW-L strength
centers. Much of this practical experience is accomplished in the 100 hour pre-clinical
requirement and the three clinical courses. This experience is designed to give
students practice designing and implementing strength and conditioning
programs.
Exercise and Sport Science teaching majors
must enroll in ESS 113 unless they hold one of the following American Red Cross
certifications: Intermediate Swimmer, Advanced Swimmer, Life-guard Training, or
Water Safety Instructor. Students holding one of these certifications are
required to take one ESS aquatics class from the following offerings in lieu of
ESS 113:
ESS 100 Scuba
Diving
ESS 100 Beginning/Intermediate
Springboard Diving
ESS 100 Swim
for Fitness
ESS 100 Water
Exercise
ESS 100 Synchronized
Swimming
ESS 100 Water
Polo
ESS 100 Lifeguard
Training
ESS 116 Water
Safety Instructor
ESS 453 Aquatics
Programs
+ above a course number indicates a General Education course.
ESS 100 Cr.
1
Physical
Activities
A
program of instruction to enhance participation in physical activities throughout
one’s lifetime. The primary emphases for specific activities may include
acquiring a knowledge base, learning new skills and/or refining skills,
developing components of health-related fitness, enhancing affective skills.
Repeatable for credit. Pass/Fail grading.
+
ESS 104 Cr.
2
Dance
Appreciation
This
course attempts to develop an awareness and appreciation of the role of dance
in human society through the study of its purposes, functions and various
forms.
+
HPR 105 Cr.
3
Creating
a Healthy, Active Lifestyle
This
course will focus on the knowledge and skills necessary for developing and
maintaining a healthy, physically active lifestyle throughout one’s lifespan.
Major issues directly affecting one’s health such as physical fitness, movement
skills and activities, health promotion and disease prevention, the effective
use of leisure and content in various wellness topical areas will be included.
HPR/CSC
106 Cr.
2
Introduction
to Health Related Careers
Overview
of health related professions in the health delivery system. Course will
include educational and professional aspects of a broad range of health related
careers. General topics will include an overview of the health related delivery
system, health reform, legal and ethical issues, and professionalism. An
interdisciplinary approach will be utilized to present specific information on
individual health related professions. (Cross-listed with CSC; may only earn
credit in HPR or CSC.)
ESS 112 Cr.
2
Fundamentals
of Movement
The
study of fundamental human movement patterns with an emphasis on movement
principles, movement sequences, movement developmental stages and basic
movement analysis.
ESS 113 Cr.
1
Basic
Swimming
This
course is open to Exercise and Sport Science majors and minors only. Emphasis
is placed on the improvement of the individual student’s swimming skill. Course
content ranges from the non-swimmer level through American Red Cross
intermediate skill level. Physical education teaching majors and minors are
required to enroll in ESS 113 unless they hold one of the following American
Red Cross certifications: Water Safety Instructor or Lifeguard Training.
ESS 115 Cr.
2
Orientation
to Exercise and Sport Science
This
course is designed to introduce the Exercise and Sport Science major to the
profession of exercise and sport science and to give insight into the many
diverse careers that can result from studying the discipline. Background
knowledge of the foundations of the profession and the selection of a career
path that reflects personal interests and abilities will be the focus.
ESS 116 Cr.
2
Water
Safety Instruction
This
course is designed to cover the basic components for certification by the ARC
including infant and preschool, Longfellow’s Whale Tales, progressive
instruction, safety training for swim coaches and basic and emergency water
safety. Upon successful completion of this course the student will be certified
to instruct aquatics by the American Red Cross.
ESS 120 Cr.
2
Teaching
Outdoor Activities in Physical Education
This
course will focus on teaching physical educators how to implement outdoor
activities as part of the K-12 physical education curriculum. Included are such
activities as hiking, backpacking, climbing, skiing, primitive camping,
canoeing, snowshoeing, biking, and archery. Common pedagogical knowledge and
skills which cut across activities will be emphasized. Students will
participate in the scope and sequence for skill development in at least two
outdoor activities, and plan the scope and sequence for one additional outdoor
activity. (Open to exercise and sport science majors only.)
ESS 130 Cr.
1-2
Officiating
Athletics
Provides
a general background of the rules, interpretations and mechanics of officiating
athletic events at various levels of competition. Knowledge in this area may
lead to WIAA certification in the following sports: basketball, baseball,
football, gymnastics, swimming, track and field, volleyball, and wrestling.
Repeatable for credit.
ESS 181 Cr.
3
Introduction
to Sports Medicine
An
introductory course designed to provide insight into the areas of sports
medicine. Fundamental emergency care procedures and wrapping/taping techniques
are taught. Students are exposed to athletic training room procedures, accident
forms, maintenance of equipment and use of athletic training materials.
Enrollment in the course is dependent on an application/ selection process. See
requirements for athletic training emphasis. Offered Sem. I.
ESS 201 Cr.
1
Safety,
First Aid and CPR
Instruction
and practice in proper first aid principles, procedures and emergency care
including CPR training. American National Red Cross Standard First Aid
certification and CPR certification will be awarded to those students who meet
certification requirements. One lecture/lab for seven weeks.
ESS 205 Cr.
3
Human
Anatomy
This
course is designed to cover the structure and function of the muscular, nervous
skeletal, sensory, and integumentary systems. Emphasis will be placed on the
musculoskeletal system during the laboratory component. Lect. 2, Lab. 2.
Prerequisite: BIO 103 or 105. (Not open for credit to students who have had BIO
312.)
ESS 206 Cr.
3
Human
Physiology
This
course is designed to cover the structure and function of the cardiovascular,
respiratory, immune, endocrine, reproductive, digestive and renal systems.
Metabolism will also be discussed. Emphasis will be placed on exercise
physiology during the laboratory component. Lect. 2. Lab. 2. ESS 206 may
precede ESS 205 or may be taken concurrently. Prerequisite: BIO 103 or 105.
(Not open for credit to students who have had BIO 313.)
Human
Motor Behavior
Investigation
of the nature of motor development, motor control, and motor learning in
individuals throughout the lifespan. Interactions of motor development and the
acquisition of fundamental movement patterns and motor task acquisitions will
be explored. Topics will focus on the inter-action between development,
movement performance capabilities of the learner, and the role of the learning
environment in facilitating the processes of motor skill learning and
performance.
ESS 209 Cr.
2
Strength
Training Clinical 1
A
course designed to provide practical experience in the supervision of a
strength center. Students will have the opportunity to instruct proper lifting
technique, assist with the assessment of strength, power and speed, and learn
facility and equipment maintenance. Lab. 4. Prerequisites: acceptance into
strength and conditioning concentration; ESS 205 or 206 (can be concurrent).
Pass/Fail grading.
ESS 212 Cr.
2
Advanced
Scuba Diving
This
course includes instruction in scuba diving beyond the basic level. The purpose
of this course is to provide the opportunity to develop advanced scuba diving
skills and to provide the foundation for specialized diver training. Completion
of all course requirements leads to advanced scuba diver certification.
ESS 225 Cr.
2
Management
and Instruction in Physical Education
Focus
will be on current issues and concerns of the students during their physical
education field experience in the public schools. Emphasis will be placed on
effective teaching strategies, basics of classroom management, discipline
theory and practices, inclusion activities and educational technology
applications.
ESS 226 Cr.
1
Clinical
Experience in Teaching Physical Education I
Students
will observe and practice teach with close supervision of university and high
school physical education teacher. Students will be exposed to class management
and instruction theories. Students will have a minimum of 24 hours of public
school clinical experiences. Must be taken concurrently with ESS 225.
ESS 231 Cr.
3
Introduction
to Special Physical Education
Introduces
the students to the process of providing physical activity for individuals with
a disability. The course will provide knowledge of 1) the general
characteristics of selected disabilities and how these disabilities affect a
person’s movement potential; 2) the federal and state laws pertaining to the
education of persons with a disability; 3) the process of referral and
placement of students in the least restrictive environment; 4) appropriate
teaching methods to use for inclusion placements; 5) adapted techniques for
physical fitness and aquatics programs; 6) behavior management techniques. In
addition, all students will participate as a staff member in the Motor
Development program which is conducted on 11 Saturday mornings for a total of
25 clinical hours for the semester.
ESS 233 Cr.
2
Methods
in Adapted Aquatics
Skills
and techniques for teaching swimming to persons who are disabled. Prepares the
student to deal with the full spectrum of disabilities in the aquatic setting.
Two-hour lab required. Students are expected to have intermediate level
swimming skills. Students in the special physical education concentration area
are given priority in enrollment. Lect. 1, Lab. 2. Prerequisites: ESS 231 or
RTH 326.
ESS 249 Cr.
2
Youth
Sport Issues
An investigation of how youth sport programs
can provide a healthy experience for participants. Concepts dealing with when
to teach sport techniques and the physical, psychological and social
implications of athletic experiences will be covered.
ESS 258 Cr.
3
Team
Sports
This
course is designed to present introductory skills, knowledge, teaching
methodology, evaluative techniques and resources related to conducting team
sport activities. Primary emphasis is on knowledge and understanding of the
skill and methodology. This course is integrated with the theoretical teaching
segment of the program.
ESS/PSY/W-S
259 Cr.
1
Girls and Women in Sport
An
introduction to the involvement of girls and women with sport. Topics include
the historical perspective, physiological and psychological benefits, teaching
and coaching implications, recreation and leisure as well as differently abled
and minority women. Students will also learn to access the Internet resources
relevant to the course content. (Cross-listed with PSY and W-S; may only earn
credit in ESS, PSY, or W-S.)
ESS 261 Cr.
1
Developmental
Gymnastics
This
course prepares the student to safely plan and conduct a developmental or
educational gymnastics curriculum through the study of sound sequencing, proper
mechanics of skills, safety procedures, updated methodology and error analysis
on a variety of gymnastic type apparatus. Course will include 6-10 clinical
hours with public school children. Prerequisite: ESS 112.
ESS 281 Cr.
2
Prevention
and Care of Athletic Injuries
Gives
students who are interested in inter-scholastic athletics part of the necessary
background to become a qualified coach or director. This course includes:
common injuries occurring as a result of participating in athletics and
physical education activities; procedures and techniques in the prevention and
care of injuries; and the understanding of the coaches’ and teachers’ roles in
the care of injuries. Prerequisites: ESS 201 and 205.
ESS 282 Cr.
3
Sports
Medicine Laboratory I
A
laboratory situation designed to provide practical experience in prevention and
care of injuries to athletes. Opportunities to serve as an assistant student
trainer, prepare for home athletic events, observe injury evaluation and
follow-up care, and application of appropriate wrap and tape techniques are
provided in the training facility. ESS 281 may be taken concurrently with
consent of instructor. Prerequisites: ESS 181, 201, 205.
ESS 302 Cr.
2
Physiology
of Exercise
Applied
physiology: a study of how normal physiological function (homeostasis) is
altered, and subsequently restored, in response to various forms of stress
(exercise and training). Prerequisites: BIO 103 or 105, a grade of “C” or
better in ESS 206.
ESS 303 Cr.
2
Biomechanics
Biomechanics
emphasizes the investigation and application of mechanical principles to the
study of human motion and the motion of sport objects. Students will learn
systematic approaches for the qualitative and quantitative analysis of the
human body as it engages in motor activities. Prerequisites: grade of “C” or
better in ESS 205. Recommended: MTH 150, 151, or 207.
ESS 309 Cr.
2
Strength
Training Clinical II
A
course designed to provide experience
in the supervision of a strength center. Students will have the opportunity to
instruct proper lifting technique, assess strength, power and speed, maintain
the strength facility, and assist with the design of lifting and conditioning
programs. Lab. 4. Prerequisite: ESS 209. Pass/Fail grading.
ESS 312 Cr.
2
Adventure
Theory for Physical Educators
This
course presents the concepts of adventure education including cooperative and
initiative games. The students will learn to use and implement a ropes course
as a classroom for different age groups and diverse populations, especially as
applied to physical education programs. Much of the emphasis of the adventure
theory will be on teaching and methodology. This course prepares undergraduate
students to teach adventure education in elementary and secondary physical
education programs in the schools. Prerequisites: ESS 225, 226.
ESS 320 Cr.
3
Field
Experience in Fitness or Sport Management
Practical
experience in a fitness and/or sports management setting. Experiences provided
may include: sports event facilitation, budget preparation and monitoring,
preparing contracts, checking eligibility, marketing and promotion, exercise
leadership, assisting with fitness assessment and exercise prescription.
Prerequisite: acceptance into the ESS major — fitness or sport management
emphasis.
ESS 321 Cr.
2
Evaluation
in Health Education and Physical Education
An
introductory course in the meaning and application of measurement, tests,
elementary statistical procedures and evaluation in physical education.
Prerequisite: admission into teacher education.
ESS 323 Cr.
2
Nutrition
and Sport
Basic
principles of human nutrition and nutritional needs for athletes and/or active
populations. Issues discussed include ergogenic aids, carbohydrate
loading/manipulation, eating disorders, and protein supplementation. Practical
application will include dietary analysis and composition for people in various
activities and conditions. Prerequisite:
ESS
302.
ESS 324 Cr.
1-3
Individual
Problems in Physical Education
Provides
an opportunity for physical education majors or minors to pursue specific
subject areas within their programs of study. Prerequisite: consent of instructor
and department chair. Repeatable for credit — maximum 6.
ESS 326 Cr.
2
Clinical
Experience in Teaching Physical Education II
Students
will practice teaching with close supervision of both the university instructor
and the elementary/middle school cooperating teacher. The students will learn
to use objective analysis instruments, videotaping, computer analysis
techniques, and intervention processes. Students will have a minimum of 48
hours of public school clinical experiences. Must be taken concurrently with
ESS 321, and C-I 323, 325. Prerequisites: admission into teacher education, ESS
225, 226.
ESS 327 Cr.
2
Physical
Education for the Elementary Classroom Teacher
Students
participate in lecture and laboratory experiences to gain and practice skills
in teaching elementary physical education. Applied teaching experience occurs
at a local school allowing for implementation of appropriate skill progression,
movement education management and a variety of curriculum options. Lect. 1,
Lab. 2. Prerequisites: EFN 210 and C-I 211. For elementary education majors
only.
ESS 335/535 Cr.
2
Sports
for Persons with Disabilities
This
course will provide the student with a working knowledge of sport programs for
persons with disabilities. Areas to be addressed are coaching and training of
persons with disabilities (both physical and mental), classification of
athletes, and the organization and conducting of sports events such as:
wheelchair basketball, track, softball, and Special Olympics. Students in the
special physical education concentration are given priority in enrollment.
Prerequisites: ESS 205, 206 and ESS 430 or RTH 355. Offered Sem. II.
ESS 340 Cr.
3
Motor
Development and Movement Experiences for Early Childhood
This
course is designed to develop movement education programs that are based on the
needs, interests and movement capabilities of the preschool and primary-aged
child.
ESS 344 Cr.
3
Introduction
to Fitness Assessment
The
purpose of this course is to review the clinical and diagnostic approach to cardiovascular
anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology, and to provide basic knowledge in
evaluation, methodology and interpretation of fitness testing. Areas of
emphasis will be population characteristics, participant screening and referral
process, alternatives of fitness assessment and exercise prescription. Lect. 2,
Lab. 2. Prerequisite: ESS 302 and acceptance into the ESS major — fitness
emphasis.
ESS 348 Cr.
2
Theory
of Coaching (specific sports as listed)
Theory
of coaching specific competitive sports. Coaching and directing youth, club,
inter-scholastic and intercollegiate sports programs. Theory of coaching the
following sports will be offered on a rotational basis: baseball/softball,
basketball, football, gymnastics, soccer, swimming and diving, tennis, track
and field/cross country, volleyball, and wrestling. Prerequisite: junior
standing. A competitive background in and fundamental knowledge of the sport is
HIGHLY recommended. Repeatable for credit — maximum 4.
ESS 349/549 Cr.
2
Psychology
of Coaching Competitive Athletics
Aids
the prospective coach to better understand the application of psychological
concepts to the coaching of sports. Emphasis will be on the methods of
improving the performance of athletes through a better understanding of the factors
affecting teaching and learning in athletics.
ESS 355 Cr.
3
Methods
of Exercise Leadership
This
course will cover the methodology of
developing, teaching and leading sound exercise workouts for all levels
of physiological fitness and for individual needs. Lect. 2, Lab 2.
Prerequisites: ESS 302, 303, and acceptance into the ESS major — fitness
emphasis.
ESS 367 Cr.
4
Individual
Sports
This
course is designed to present introductory skills, teaching methodology,
evaluative techniques and resources related to conducting individual sport
activities. Primary emphasis is on knowledge and understanding of the skill and
methodology. This course is integrated with the theoretical teaching segment of
the program. Lect. 2, Lab. 4.
ESS 368 Cr.
2
Strength
Training Techniques and Programs
This
course is designed to provide the student with a working knowledge of proper
lifting and spotting technique, an understanding of the various types of
equipment and modes of strength training, basic program design and programming
for special populations, and weight training for competition. Students will be
taught to design and individualize a strength training program. Prerequisites:
ESS 205 and 206. ESS 100 Strength Training recommended.
ESS 378 Cr.
3
Athletic
Injury Assessment Techniques — Lower Body
This
course is designed for individuals seeking National Athletic Trainer’s
Association (NATA) Certification. Content addresses observation and evaluation
techniques for athletic injuries to the lower body. Students must integrate
anatomical structures and physiological principles to provide a basis for
critical decision making in an injury management environment. Prerequisites:
ESS 205, 206, and 282. Offered Sem. II.
ESS 379 Cr.
3
Athletic
Injury Assessment Techniques — Upper Body
This
course is designed for individuals seeking National Athletic Trainer’s
Association (NATA) Certification. Content addresses observation and evaluation
techniques for athletic injuries to the upper body. Students must integrate
anatomical structures and physiological principles to provide a basis for
critical decision making in an injury management environment. Prerequisite: ESS
378.
ESS 382 Cr.
3
Sports
Medicine Laboratory II
Opportunities
to improve skills in prevention and care of athletic injuries. The student is
involved in situations requiring greater responsibility, decision making and
leadership skills. The student serves as an assistant student trainer or as the
student trainer for one sport during the semester. Emphasis is placed on observation,
evaluation and follow-up care of injuries. Prerequisites: ESS 378 and 379.
ESS 401 Cr.
2
Dance
Theory
and methods of teaching age appropriate dance activities for students in grades
K-12. Emphasis will be on skill progressions, teaching techniques and
assessment methods. Prerequisite: ESS 112.
ESS 402 Cr.
1
Advanced
Activities
A
program of opportunities to enhance advanced teaching knowledge and
participation in a self-selected physical activity. The course will go beyond
the knowledge, skills and strategies that may be offered at the introductory
level. These opportunities may include, but not be limited to, participation in
advanced certification programs, intern teaching experiences in the student’s
area of expertise. (Open to exercise and sport science majors only.) Repeatable
for credit in different activities — maximum 3. Only one credit counts toward
the major. Pass/Fail grading.
ESS 403 Cr.
2
This
course presents advanced strength training and conditioning theory and
practice. Designed primarily for students specializing in strength and
conditioning, the course explores advanced periodization models and their
utilization, mastery and analysis of Olympic lifts, plyometric programming, ergogenic
aids (identification, legal implications, nutritional alternatives,) facility design, and special population
needs. Prerequisites: ESS 302, 303, and 368.
ESS 404 Cr.
2
Administration
of Physical Education and Athletics
Administration
of physical education, intramural, and athletic programs. Purchase and care of
physical education and athletic equipment, legal liability in physical
education and athletics, sources of funds for physical education and athletics,
public relations and introduction to the state organizations for athletics and
their requirements. Prerequisites: C-I 325, ESS 326, PSY 310, successful
completion of all parts of the PPST, admission into teacher education and a
2.75 cumulative GPA.
ESS 409 Cr.
2
Strength
Training Clinical III
A
course designed to provide practical experience in management of a strength
center. Students will have the opportunity to instruct proper lifting
technique, assess strength, power and speed, maintain the strength facility,
design lifting and conditioning programs, and assist with the supervision and
instruction of junior staff members. Lab. 4. Prerequisites: ESS 302, 303, 309,
and 368.
ESS 410 Cr.
2
Legal
Implications of Sport and Activity
The
demands of today’s young people and adults can be met more effectively if
professional personnel concerned with the operation of physical education
programs, competitive athletic programs as well as community and commercial
fitness programs, understand the legal aspects of these activities. It is
imperative that individuals enjoy the protection of a safe environment.
Prerequisite: ESS 201.
ESS 411 Cr.
2
Strength
and Conditioning Educator Training
This
course is a capstone experience for students specializing in strength and
conditioning. Content includes exercise physiology and biomechanics, nutrition
and ergogenic aids, testing and evaluation, exercise techniques, program
design, and organization and administration of a strength and conditioning
facility. Prerequisite: ESS 403 or concurrent enrollment. Offered Sem. II and
May term.
ESS 412 Cr.
3
Issues
and Philosophies in Teaching Physical Education
The
student teaching experience is a team effort that involves the cooperative
efforts of the student teacher, the cooperating teacher, and the university
consultant. This course provides a method to maintain open communication among
each member of the team. The primary purpose is to provide a setting for the
discussion and development of teaching competencies necessary for the physical
education teacher. Additional purposes of the seminar include developing an
awareness of the total school environment and preparing for the job market.
Must be taken concurrently with C-I 403.
ESS 415 Cr.
2
Issues
and Trends in Physical Education — Past and Present
The
course is designed to cover the development and growth of professional
organizations, the influences of personalities and other issues impacting on
professional preparation programs in American physical education. An
understanding of the changes/trends occurring at the present will be included.
ESS 422 Cr.
4
Methods
of Teaching an Active Healthy Lifestyle
This
course provides the knowledge and skills necessary to teach K-12 students the
cognitive, affective, and behavioral skills associated with a lifelong active
healthy lifestyle based upon the five health related components of physical
fitness: cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength, muscular endurance,
flexibility, and body composition. Prerequisites: ESS 302, 303.
ESS 423/523 Cr.
2
Adherence
Principles for a Physically Active Lifestyle
This
course provides the essential theoretical foundations and practical
applications of the psychological concepts involved in living a physically
active lifestyle. Prerequisite: ESS 302.
ESS 424 Cr.
4
Physical
Education Programs
Introduction
of a curriculum model based on philosophical statements, aims, yearly programs,
unit plans and lesson plans. Selection of activities based on current trends,
community resources, growth and development characteristics and facilities. The
administrative component will include budgeting, principles, public relations,
legal liability and scheduling principles. Prerequisites: (for students seeking
initial teaching certification in physical education) ESS 321, 326, C-I 323,
325, admission into teacher education, and a 2.75 cumulative GPA.
ESS 430/530 Cr.
4
Cause
and Effects of Developmental, Physical and Sensory Disorders
The
etiology and effects of selected physical, sensory, mental, and emotional
disorders. Content includes the full range of each category — mild through
severe/profound and the role of physical education in the educational program.
Students in the special physical education concentration are given priority in
enrollment. Prerequisite: ESS 231 or RTH 326.
ESS 436/536 Cr.
3
Assessment
and Program Evaluation in Special Physical Education
An
introduction to appropriate instruments for assessing the motor development and
physical fitness needs of persons with disabilities. Students will learn how to
use the results of a motor assessment to develop an individualized motor
program. In addition, selected motor assessment instruments utilized by other
disciplines will be evaluated. Students in the special physical education
concentration will be given priority in enrollment. Prerequisite: ESS 231.
ESS 439 Cr.
3
Methods
and Internship in Special Physical Education
Methods
and opportunities for students to plan, implement, and evaluate motor tasks and
activities for children/adults who are disabled. Students in the special
physical education concentration are given priority in enrollment.
Prerequisites: ESS 233, 430, 436. Concurrent enrollment in one of the
prerequisites is allowed with consent of the program director.
ESS 442 Cr.
2
Aging
and Physical Activity
The
course will explore why and how physical activity must change to meet the
modifications that occur to the human body with aging. The physiological and
psychological status of an aging population will be presented, along with
suggestions to address the physical activity needs of this growing group.
Practical experience in both on and off campus sites. Prerequisite: ESS 302.
ESS 443 Cr.
3
Youth
and Family Fitness
This
course addresses the principles and procedures for designing physical fitness
experiences for children and families. Lecture, practice, and field experiences
are included. Prerequisites: ESS 302, 303 (or concurrent enrollment), and
acceptance into the ESS major — fitness emphasis.
ESS 445/545 Cr.
3
Planning
Facilities for Physical Activity and Sport
A
study of planning techniques concerning facility development and maintenance
for schools, athletic clubs, fitness centers and professional sport
organizations.
ESS 447 Cr.
3
Administration
in Fitness and Sport
The
course will cover principles of administrative theory and practice in the
fitness and sport industry, including general administrative functions, public
relations, personnel, budget and finance, facility management, and evaluation
techniques. Prerequisite: acceptance into the ESS major — either fitness
emphasis or sport management emphasis.
ESS 448 Cr.
2
Promotion
and Development of Fitness and Sport Programs
This
course will provide understanding of and skill in the promotion process as it
relates to advertising and public relations activities for the operation of
programs in sport, physical education and fitness. Primary focus will be on the
application of promotion principles to specific sport scenarios. Prerequisites:
MKT 309, MGT 308. Must be accepted into the ESS major-fitness or sport
management emphasis.
ESS 449 Cr.
1
Seminar
in Fitness/Sports Management
An
in-depth orientation to the required senior internship experience. Required
course to be taken one semester prior to internship. Prerequisites: GPA of 2.75
(cumulative and major), acceptance into the ESS Major — fitness or sport
management emphasis, senior standing.
ESS 450 Cr.
8 or 12
Exercise
and Sport Science Internship
The
internship is designed to be a terminal experience for students majoring in
fitness, sport management (12 credits) and athletic training (eight credits)
emphases with an intensive supervised practical work experience. Prerequisites:
fitness/sport management: all course work for the appropriate major must be completed,
and a minimum cumulative and emphasis GPA of 2.75; athletic training: ESS 484.
Pass/Fail grading for all emphases.
ESS 451 Cr.
2-3
Practicum
in Athletic Coaching
The practicum in athletic coaching is designed to be a terminal experience for students completing the concentration in Coaching Competitive Athletics. Students will be placed with department approved university or public/private school athletic teams to obtain practical coaching experience in the sport(s) of their choice. The practicum experience will be supervised by coaches of the assigned team and the director of the concentration in coaching competitive athletics. Prerequisites: completion of requirements in coaching concentration with the exception of ESS 368 and 404 and elective credits. Repeatable for credit in different sport(s) — maximum 6. Pass/Fail grading.
ESS 452/552 Cr.
2
Seven
Habits of Highly Effective People
An
indepth study of lifestyle principles as identified by Stephen Covey in the
book 7 Habits of Highly Effective People. Students will explore how to apply
these principles as teachers and coaches personally and with peers, students
and athletes. Prerequisite: senior standing.
ESS 453 Cr.
1
Aquatics
Programs
This
course is designed to present information about aquatic programs and their
implementation in elementary and secondary schools, aquatic clubs and other
settings. Emphasis will be placed on instruction programs in swimming and
boating, competitive programs and curriculum development. Prerequisite: ESS 113
or certification in American Red Cross Advanced Life Saving or Water Safety
Instruction or Life Guarding.
ESS 454 Cr.
1
First
Aid Instructor
Prescribed
American National Red Cross course.
Preparation for teaching junior, standard and advanced first aid courses. Certificate
of authorization granted upon completion. Prerequisite: valid standard
certificate. Elective course for seniors only.
ESS 460/560 Cr.
1-3
Exercise
Science Clinical Forum
Visiting
lecturers as well as university professors will address various topics related
to exercise science. Repeatable for credit.
ESS 480/680 Cr.
2
Injury
Prevention, Management and Rehabilitation
Designed
to assist the student in refinement of skills in prevention, management and
rehabilitation of injuries occurring in a high activity environment. Special
attention will be given to injury recognition and common injuries. Basic
rehabilitation protocols will be reviewed in addition to conditions for
referral. Prerequisite: teaching and/or coaching experience.
ESS 481 Cr.
3
Therapeutic
Principles of Rehabilitation in Athletic Training
Introduction
and overview of the principles and therapeutic modalities used in the treatment
and rehabilitation of athletic injuries and the role of rehabilitation in
athletic training. Course is designed for the students interested in National
Athletic Trainer’s Association (NATA) Certification. Prerequisite: ESS 378, PHY
104. Offered Sem. I.
Sport
Medicine Laboratory III
A
laboratory experience designed to increase skills in observation, evaluation
and rehabilitation of sport injuries. Referral procedures and communication
with physicians and physical therapists are included to provide a complete
program for optimal health care of athletes. Opportunities are available to
serve as a team trainer, assist in budget preparation, and scheduling of
trainer coverage for activity programs. The students are encouraged to attend
conventions, clinics and workshops. Prerequisite: ESS 481.
ESS 483 Cr.
3
Administration
of Athletic Training Programs
A
study and analysis of administrative policies involved in the management of an
efficient athletic training program. Course is designed to provide information
in program and strategic planning, evaluation of plans, record keeping,
facility design and planning, budgeting and purchasing, inventory control,
management of human resources, and governance structures in athletic training.
Offered Sem. I.
ESS 484 Cr.
3
Rehabilitation
Techniques for Athletic Injuries
Techniques
to integrate the knowledge base of strength training in rehabilitation with
application to specific injuries received in sports participation.
Rehabilitation strategies are designed to utilize strength and conditioning
principles and functional range of motion techniques, to prepare athletes for
safe return to full activity. Prerequisite: ESS 481.
ESS 485 Cr.
3
Current
Readings and Research in Athletic Training
Special
topics in athletic training not included in regular course work (i.e.,
pharmacology, special needs, infectious diseases, protective equipment,
professional responsibilities, postural evaluation and treatment) and other
current issues facing the athletic training professional. Emphasis is on
current trends and research utilized in the athletic training profession. Prerequisites:
ESS 484 and MTH 205 or 250. Offered Sem. II.
Seminar
in Physical Education
The
provision of intensified experiences in the solution of some individual or
group problem. The utilization of some rudimentary research techniques receive
marked attention, including the formulation of hypotheses, the design of study,
the collection, analysis, and interpretation of data. Prerequisites: open to
students of “honor” quality having senior class standing, a minimum 2.75 grade
point average will be required.