Missouri State University

Office of the Registrar

2013-2014 Undergraduate Catalog

Preliminary Edition
published April 2013

Department of Kinesiology

McDonald Hall, Room 103, Phone: (417) 836-5370, Fax: (417) 836-5371
Email: KIN@missouristate.edu
Website: http://www.missouristate.edu/kinesiology/
Department Head: Professor Sarah G. McCallister, Ed.D.

Faculty (as of July 12, 2012)

Professors: Barbara A. Bushman, Ph.D.; Steven F. Illum, Ph.D.; Gerald L. Masterson, Ph.D.; David Oatman, Ed.D.; Rhonda R. Ridinger, Ph.D.; Daniel Wilson, Ph.D.; Rebecca J. Woodard, Ph.D.

Associate Professors: Thomas S. Altena, Ed.D.; John Downing, Ph.D.; Hugh M. Gibson, Ed.D.; Yating Liang, Ph.D.; Janice Nelson, Ed.D.

Assistant Professors: Brenda S. Goodwin, M.Ed.; Melinda Novik, Ph.D.; Amanda M. Perkins, Ph.D.; Scott Richmond, Ph.D.; Gayle Runke, M.S.

Instructors: Stacy E. Goddard, M.S.; Kirsten A. Hatz, M.Ed.; Michael W. Keltner, Ed.S.; Larry W. Mays, Ed.S.

Recreation, Sport, and Park Administration Program Director: Professor Keith D. Ernce, Ph.D.; Office: 101 Kings Street Annex, Phone: 836-5411, FAX: 836-4200 

Emeritus Professors: A. Duane Addleman, Ph.D.; Larry R. Atwood, M.S.; Wesley Bair, Ed.D.; Thomas H. Burnett, Ph.D.; Nancy Curry, Ph.D.; Kay Hunter, M.Ed.; Gloria Johnson, M.S.; Jay Kinser, M.Ed.; Michael McCarty, Ph.D.; James Mentis, M.S.; Perry Miller, Ed.D.; Gary Shoemaker, Ed.D.; George Simpson, Ed.D.; Reba Sims, M.S.; Peggy Thomas, Ed.D.; William Thomas, M.Ed.; Gary Thompson, M.S.; Alex D. Trombetta, H.S.D.; Dale Williams, M.S.; Tillman Williams, Ph.D.

Accreditation

  • Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education – Physical Education (B.S.Ed.), and Secondary Education/Physical Education (M.S.Ed.)
  • National Association for Sport and Physical Education – Physical Education (B.S.Ed.), and Secondary Education/Physical Education (M.S.Ed.)
  • National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education – Physical Education (B.S.Ed.), and Secondary Education/Physical Education (M.S.Ed.)
  • National Recreation and Park Association – Recreation, Sport, and Park Administration (B.S.)

Fine Arts Courses

Fine Arts courses are available. Refer to the Bachelor of Arts degree requirements in the specific Degrees, Programs and Requirements section of the catalog for a listing of the courses.

Graduate Programs

The following graduate program(s) are available. Refer to the Graduate Catalog for more information.

Accelerated Masters Degree in Health Promotion and Wellness Management

Students enrolled in programs in the Department of Kinesiology may be accepted into the Health Promotion and Wellness Management program after admission requirements for the accelerated masters option are met. Once accepted for early admission, up to 12 credit hours of approved 600 and 700-level coursework (Mixed Credit) may be counted toward both the undergraduate and graduate degree programs. 

The accelerated option allows majors in the Department of Kinesiology who are interested in health promotion and wellness management to complete the requirements for the graduate degree in three semesters and a summer rather than the typical four semesters and a summer. Refer to the Graduate Catalog for more information.

For courses to be designated as Mixed Credit, the graduate advisor, undergraduate department head, and Graduate College dean must approve by signing the Permission for Mixed Credit form. This form must be provided to the Office of the Registrar in Carrington Hall 320 no later than the end of the Change of Schedule Period for the semester.

General Information

Credit for Military Education and Experience

Students who successfully completed Basic Training in any of the United States military branches after December 31, 1997, will be exempt from the KIN 100 General Education Program requirement. Refer to the Transfer Credit Policy, Credit for Military Education and Experience section of catalog for more information. 

KIN 100 Requirement for Students with Physical Impairments

Students with medical disabilities may meet the health and well-being requirement by enrolling in a KIN 100 lecture section concurrently with a special laboratory section of KIN 100 designed to meet the needs of students with disabilities.

KIN 100 Transfer Credit

Students who transfer from accredited colleges with at least two hours of credit in health and well-being coursework may have completed the Health and Well-Being requirement upon approval from the Department Head of Kinesiology.

Kinesiology/Service Courses

KIN 101-149 are available as electives for students for the purpose of providing a means to maintain and/or improve physical well-being.

Radiography (RAD) Courses
These courses are specifically designed to provide the basis for professional training in Radiography. They are taught by the staff of the School of Radiologic Technology of Cox Health Systems or Mercy as part of their degree program. Enrollment in any of these courses is contingent on acceptance of the student by the School of Radiologic Technology. The emphasis in all cases is towards applicability to Radiography. These courses are credited only on the Bachelor of Science degree in Radiography.
Respiratory Therapy (RTH) courses

These courses are not offered at Missouri State University and are treated as transfer courses.

Majors

Exercise and Movement Science (Comprehensive)

Bachelor of Science
Admission Requirements

Satisfaction of the following minimum criteria is required for admission to the program:

  1. A valid ACT score on file if required by the University for admission purposes
  2. A combined (Missouri State and transfer) GPA of 2.50 or above
  3. Completion of COM 115 with a grade of "C" or above, or concurrent enrollment in COM 115
  4. Completion of at least 30 credit hours
Degree Requirements

  1. General Education Requirements - see General Education Program and Requirements section of the catalog
    Specific General Education Requirements: BIO 102(4) or BIO 121(4) or BMS 110(4); CHM 105(5) or CHM 160(4) and CHM 161(1); PSY 121(3)

  2. Major Requirements: Note: Students must pass a drug test and a background check to participate in required field experiences in clinical settings, in the workplace, and/or in schools. Note: Student certification in first aid and CPR must be documented and maintained throughout the program. Note: Transfer credit courses must have grade of "C" or better and be from a regionally accredited college or university.

    1. Core Requirements (52-55 hours): Note: a grade of "C" or better is required in all KIN courses.
      BIO 102(4) or BIO 121(4) or BMS 110(4); CHM 105(5) or 160(4) and 161(1); PSY 121(3); KIN 250(3) or BMS 307(4); KIN 252(3) or BMS 308(4); KIN 212(1), 350(3), 360(4), 361(2), 362(4), 465(2), 468(4), 569(4); ATC 222(2) or KIN 253(2); BMS 240(3); PSY 200(3) or SOC 302(3) or MTH 340(3) or QBA 237(3) or AGR 330(3) or PSY 527(3); KIN 500(3) or KIN 491(3).

    2. Select one of the following options:

      1. Health Studies (21-22 hours): Note: a grade of "C" or better is required in all KIN courses.
        KIN 256(2) or 358(3); KIN 257(2), 485(2), 550(3), 567(3); BMS 334(3); PSY 508(3); SWK 330(3)

      2. Pre-Professional (26-31 hours): MTH 138(5) or 181(3) or 261(5) or 287(3); PHY 123(4); CHM 170(3) and 171(1) or CHM 352(3) and 353(2); CHM 200(5) or 342(5); BIO 122(4) or 210(3) or 310(5); BMS 230(3) or BIO 235(4) or PHY 124(4); PSY 304(3) 
        Majors selecting this option should meet with an advisor to determine the most appropriate course selection.  Those preparing for possible selection into a physician assistant program should take both CHM 170(3) and 171(1), and both CHM 352(3) and 353(2). Students preparing for clinical science should take BMS 307(4) and 308(4) for the anatomy and physiology requirement

    3. Majors must pass the ACSM Health Fitness Specialist Exam, or the NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist Exam, or score at least at the 70th percentile on a major field achievement exam

    4. A combined (Missouri State and transfer) GPA of 2.50 or above and a grade of "C" or better in all KIN courses is required for graduation.

  3. General Baccalaureate Degree Requirements - see General Baccalaureate Degree Requirements section of catalog

Physical Education

Bachelor of Science in Education
(Certifiable K-12)

Missouri State University is approved by the Missouri State Board of Education to offer basic and advanced professional education programs for purposes of professional certification. Admission to the University does not automatically qualify a student to participate in the professional component of the teacher education program. That participation is granted upon demonstration of a high level of academic and professional competence. Successful participation should result in the student’s achieving certification to teach in Missouri public schools.

All students desiring Missouri certification are required to submit a professional portfolio. This portfolio will be assessed, evaluated, and monitored throughout the teacher education program with the assistance and guidance from faculty. There are three distinct checkpoints for the portfolio: 1) at admission to the teacher education program (culmination of the introductory course-KIN 200; 2) at the designated methods course(s); and 3) at the culmination of supervised teaching. Completion of certification requirements is a four-step process. Students who receive a certification recommendation must meet the standards for certification eligibility as outlined below:

  1. Requirements for Eligibility to Enroll in KIN 200: Before a student can enroll in KIN 200 the following eligibility requirements must be met:
    1. A valid ACT score on file if required by the University for admission purposes and/or Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
    2. A combined (Missouri State and transfer) GPA of 2.50 or above
    3. Completed COM 115 with a minimum grade of "C" or concurrent enrollment in COM 115.
    4. Complete KIN 100.
    5. Completed at least 30 semester hours.
    6. A highway patrol background check prior to any clinical experience placement (fee required).

      Note: The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education will require an FBI background check prior to issuing a certificate.
  2. Requirements for Admission to Physical Education Teacher Education (PETE) Program: Students who plan to complete teacher certification requirements must be admitted to the PETE Program. Application is automatically made when enrolling in KIN 200. Admission to the PETE Program is required before students are allowed to begin additional courses in the Physical Education Teacher Education component. Student application for admission to the PETE Program is complete when the requirements listed below are satisfied. Note: All of these requirements must be met before students are permitted to enroll in Physical Education Professional Education courses (KIN 411, 431, 440, 468, and 575)
    1. A combined (both Missouri State and Transfer) GPA of 2.50 or above
    2. Passed all sections of the Missouri State Board of Education entry examination (CBASE) with a score of 265 or higher on each section and attained a minimum grade of "C" in COM 115. A student who fails to meet this criterion and who wishes to appeal may do so in writing. Such appeals shall be filed with the chairperson of the Professional Education Exceptions Committee.
    3. Completed KIN 200 with minimum grade of "C"
    4. Passed portfolio first checkpoint
    5. A satisfactory background check on file
    6. Complete at least 45 semester hours
  3. Requirements for Continuance in the PETE Program: In order to progress through the PETE program a student must:
    1. Maintain a combined (Missouri State and transfer) GPA or 2.50 or above
    2. Maintain a combined (Missouri State and transfer) GPA of 2.50 or above in the major
    3. Pass portfolio checkpoints
    4. Complete Physical Education Professional Education courses with a minimum grade of "C"
    5. Been admitted to the degree program
  4. Requirements for Assignment to Supervised Teaching*: The criteria used to determine eligibility for Supervised Teaching are outlined below. The student must have:
    1. Been admitted to the PETE Program
    2. A combined GPA of 2.50 or above for all college level course work completed
    3. A statement from the Director of Taylor Health and Wellness Center that a tuberculin test or chest x-ray has been completed and that the student has not been identified as infected with a communicable disease
    4. Completed at least 15 hours at Missouri State, with a GPA of 2.50 or above for all work at Missouri State
    5. A combined (Missouri State and Transfer) GPA of 2.50 or above in major
    6. Passed portfolio second checkpoint
    7. Student advisor recommendation
    8. Recommended by the Department of Health, Physical Education, and Recreation

      *Additional fee of $200 per 8-week placement for supervised teaching outside of service area.
  5. Requirements for Certification Recommendation*: To be recommended for an initial Missouri teaching certification the student must have:
    1. Successfully completed Supervised Teaching
    2. Met all Missouri teacher certification requirements which are in effect at time of certification
    3. A combined (both Missouri State and transfer) GPA of 2.50 or above
    4. Met the criteria established by the Missouri State Board of Education exit evaluation procedures. (Praxis II: Subject Assessments Specialty Area Tests)
    5. Completed professional education courses with a GPA (Missouri State and transfer combined) of 2.50 or above and no grade lower than "C".
    6. A combined (Missouri State and transfer) GPA of 2.50 or above in the certificate subject area (major)
    7. Passed final portfolio requirement

      *Note: The Missouri Department of Elementary & Secondary Education will require in FBI background check prior to issuing a certificate.

Students majoring in Physical Education are encouraged to participate in athletics, recreational sports, and/or engage in personal physical fitness programs.

Students who complete the degree requirements for the Bachelor of Science in Education in Physical Education are certified to teach physical education and professionally qualified to coach.

Program Requirements

  1. General Education Requirements - see General Education Program and Requirements section of catalog
    Specific General Education Requirements: BIO 102(4) or BIO 121(4); CHM 105(5) or 106(4) or 160(4)

  2. Major Requirements. A grade of "C" or better is required in each of the following courses.

    1. ATC 222(2); KIN 100(2)*, 200(3), 240(2), 250(3), 252(3), 257(2), 260(2), 264(2), 270(1), 273(1), 277(2), 335(2), 358(3), 360(4), 361(2), 362(4), 386(3), 411(3), 430(3), 431(3), 440(3), 468(4), 485(2), 545(3), 575(3)

    2. Select two courses form: KIN 300(1), 301(1), 302(1), 303(1), 304(1), 305(1)

      *   KIN 100 may be used to meet General Education Requirements.

  3. Professional Education Courses. A grade of "C" or better is required in each of the following courses.

    1. EDC 345(3); PSY 360(3); RDG 474(2), KIN 493(5-6); KIN 496(5-6)

    2. The following major core requirements will meet the Professional Education competencies as required for certification: KIN 200(3), 411(3), 431(3), 440(3), 468(4), 575(3)

  4. General Baccalaureate Degree Requirements - see General Baccalaureate Degree Requirements section of catalog

Missouri State Teacher Certification

Driver Education

Bachelor of Science in Education
(Certifiable grades 9-12, additional endorsement only)

Students who complete the Bachelor of Science in Education degree with a major in Secondary Education or K-12 Physical Education may receive Missouri state certification in Driver Education grades 9-12 by completing the following courses: KIN 370(3), 371(3), 372(3), and 373(3). In order to meet Missouri State teacher certification requirements, all candidates for the Bachelor of Science in Education degree must have at least a 2.50 GPA (Missouri State and transfer grades combined) in the certificate subject area which includes the four courses previously listed.

Health Education

(Certifiable grades K-9, K-12, 9-12)

Students who complete the Bachelor of Science in Education degree with a major in Physical Education may receive Missouri state certification in Health Education grades K-9, K-12, or 9-12 by completing the following courses: BMS 307(4) or KIN 250(3), BMS 308(4) or KIN 252(3), or equivalents; CFD 163(3); BMS 130(3) or BMS 240(3); KIN 253(2), 256(2), 257(2), 358(3); PSY 101(3); SWK 330(3); 9-12 certification student must select additional hours of electives in health-related courses, in consultation with their advisor, to bring total to 30 hours; K-12 certification student must select additional hours of electives in health-related courses, in consultation with their advisor, to bring total to 32 hours.  In order to meet Missouri state teacher certification requirements, student must have at least a 2.50 (Missouri State and transfer grades combined) GPA in the certificate subject area which includes all courses listed above.

Radiography (Comprehensive)

Bachelor of Science

The Department of Kinesiology, in cooperation with the CoxHealth and Mercy School of Radiologic Technology and other JR Cert accredited programs, offer a baccalaureate degree in Radiography. This program contains professional training that must be from a clinical school that is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology sponsored by the American Medical Association (foreign credentials are not accepted). The curriculum includes both university course work that can be completed in 5 semesters and a 24 month sequence of professional courses. Each student must have at least a 2.00 GPA in both the coursework at Missouri State and in the School of Radiologic Technology at CoxHealth or Mercy. To be a registered radiologic technologist, the student, after having completed the professional block of coursework, must pass a Registry Examination and obtain a letter of good standing from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.

A student may pursue this program by completing prerequisite courses at Missouri State and by seeking admission to the School of Radiologic Technology, CoxHealth or Mercy. Application deadline is February 1 of each year. Notifications will be sent to successful applicants and classes start in September (CoxHealth) or July (Mercy). Radiography courses completed at CoxHealth and Mercy School of Radiologic Technology will carry the RAD prefix and be entered directly on the Missouri  State transcript and the grades earned in those courses will be calculated into the cumulative Missouri State GPA.

In some cases a student may transfer all or part of the professional block of courses from another accredited program in Radiography. Such courses are treated as transfer credit, carry a P (pass) grade only, and are evaluated as a block of 21 credit hours of lower-division Radiography electives and a block of 21 credit hours of upper-division Radiography electives, not as individual courses.

The Radiography courses are credited only on the Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Radiography.

  1. General Education Requirements - see General Education Program and Requirements section of catalog
    Specific General Education Requirements: BMS 110(4); CHM 105(5) or CHM 160(4)*; ECO 155(3); MTH 135(3); PSY 121(3)
    *CHM 160 should be selected if the science option is chosen.

  2. Major Requirements

    1. BIO 210(3) or 310(5); BMS 307(4), 308(4); CHM 200(5); CIS 101(2) or CSC 101(2) or CSC 121(3)

    2. Courses to be taken in the professional curriculum from the School of Radiologic Technology at CoxHealth or Mercy: RAD 110(1), 120(2), 130(2) 140(1), 150(3), 160(2), 170(1), 180(3), 190(7), 310(3), 315(2), 320(2), 330(1), 340(1), 350(2), 360(2), 370(1), 380(8)

    3. Specialty Requirements (choose one option):

      1. Education: Note: This option has been temporarily suspended and is not being offered at this time. Contact the department for more information.  PSY 360(2); SEC 301(2); IMT 565(2); SFR 396(2); plus two courses from PSY 200(3), 306(3) or 502(3), 508(3), 529(3); SFR 547(2)

      2. Management: ACC 201(3); MGT 340(3), 341(3); plus two courses from ACC 211(3); MGT 345(3), 367(3), 368(3); QBA 237(3)

      3. Science: Select 14 hours in science courses from Biology, Biomedical Sciences, or Physics with approval of advisor

  3. General Baccalaureate Degree Requirements - see General Baccalaureate Degree Requirements section of catalog

Recreation, Sport, and Park Administration (Comprehensive)

Bachelor of Science

  1. General Education Requirements - see General Education Program and Requirements section of catalog

  2. Major Requirements (74-78 hours) Note: All other coursework (including General Education Program, major(s), minor(s), if applicable), and all General Baccalaureate Degree Requirements, must be completed prior to taking REC 491, Recreation, Sport, and Park Administration Internship.

    1. Core Requirements (47-51 hours)

      1. Complete the following courses: REC 152(3), 190(3), 205(3); REC 211(3) or 311(3) or 411(3); REC 330(3), 335(3), 390(3), 410(3), 422(3), 423(3), 490(1), 491(8 or 12)

      2. Complete the following statistics course: REC 328(3)

      3. Complete at least 5 hours of skills classes, with advisor approval, from the areas below with a maximum of 4 hours from any one area:

        1. Arts and Crafts: ART 100(3), 115(3), 212(3), 255(3); CIS 205(3)

        2. Dance and Rhythms: KIN 125(1), 240(2), 270(1); MUS 100(2), 103(3), 104(3), 133(1), 135(1), 137(1)

        3. Drama and Theater: ENG 334(3); THE 224(1), 255(2), 506(3)

        4. Outdoor Education Activities: AGS 161(3), 162(1); MIL 101(2), 102(2), 211(2); KIN 110(1), 114(1), 260(2); REC 160(1), 451(3)

        5. Sports: KIN 112(1), 113(1), 118(1), 127(1), 130(1), 133(1), 135(1), 143(1), 145(1), 147(1), 149(1), 234(2), 264(2), 273(1)

    2. Complete 27 hours, with advisor approval, from one of the following emphases:

      1. Health and Wellness Promotions: 
        Prepares students for various opportunities in the fitness industry, health-related services, and wellness management and promotion. Select 27 hours from Required Courses: KIN 257(2), 350(3), 360(4), 362(4), 569(4); REC 415(3); KIN 281(1) or 282(1); BMS 130(3) or BMS 240(3); MKT 150(3) or MKT 350(3)

      2. Parks and Outdoor Recreation: 
        Prepares students for careers in parks and outdoor recreation and outdoor education within the public or private sector in adventure recreation, outdoor recreation/education facilities, or government natural resource management agencies. Must take the following 18 required hours: REC 211(3), 302(3), 311(3), 325(3), 411(3), 415(3). Select 3 hours from Outdoor Skills: REC 160(1), 451(3); KIN 110(1), 114(1), 135(1). Select 3 hours from Leadership/Education: CFD 163(3), CFD 361(3); COM 205(3), 325(3). Select 3 hours from Environmental Integration: AGN 143(3); BIO 373(3); GLG 171(4), 350(3); GRY 108(3), 300(3), 301(3), 351(3).

      3. Recreation Management:
        Prepares students for careers in administering recreation services and events in the Armed Forces, municipal parks and recreation departments, campus recreation, sporting goods retail, facility management, residential camps, resort recreation, travel, tourism and hospitality industry, meeting planning, and not-for-profit organizations: at-risk youth organizations, Boys and Girls Clubs, church recreation, Scouting, and YMCA. Select 15 hours from Required Courses: REC 406(3), 415(3); BUS 135(3); MGT 286(3); MGT 340(3) or PSY 305(3). Select 12 hours from electives: REC 160(1), 302(3), 305(1), 320(3), 325(3), 451(3); MGT 410(3); MKT 350(3), 355(3), 485(3); PLS 351(3). 

      4. Sport Administration:
        Prepares students for careers in leadership opportunities in administering athletic programs, athletic teams, competitive sport camps and clinics, facilities and leagues; managing various sport entities, including Olympic training sites, municipal league programs, youth sport agencies, tournament management, sport administration and marketing, special event planning, retail sports industries, and coaching at the college or above level. Complete 16 hours from Required Courses: KIN 386(3), 485(2); REC 406(3), 415(3); BUS 135(3); MGT 286(3). Select 11 hours from electives: KIN  218(2), 234(2); REC 325(3), 405(2); BUS 307(2); MGT 340(3), 410(3).

      5. Therapeutic Recreation:
        Note: This emphasis has been temporarily suspended and is not being offered at this time. Contact the department for more information. Therapeutic Recreation/Recreation Therapy is an allied health profession involved in the care of patients/clients with a variety of diagnoses and functional limitations. Recreation Therapy uses a continuum of care service models which provide responses to diagnoses treatment and rehabilitation, remediation, leisure education, recreation participation, and promotion. Select 24 hours from: (Required NCTRC certification standards) REC 325(3), REC 400(3), REC 401(3), REC 420(3); CFD 155(3); KIN 250(3) or BMS 307(4); KIN 252(3) or BMS 308(4); PSY 304(3). Select 3 hours from electives: BMS 195(1); CRM 210(3), 330(3); CSD 321(3); GER 302(1), 350(3); LLT 102;(2) KIN 350(3), 466(3), 468(4), 545(3); PSY 303(3), 331(3), 441(3), 487(3); REC 415(3); SOC 341(3); SPE 310(3); SWK 330(3)

        Admission Requirements for the Therapeutic Recreation option: Programmatic screening policies are a result of health organizations’ requirements for placement at clinical internships.  Therefore, prospective therapeutic recreation students must initiate and pass a background security check and drug screening to be officially admitted to the therapeutic recreation option.  Depending on the agency, a second check may be required just prior to internship placement.  Students who do not pass any of the screenings may not be able to complete the program or practice professionally.  This is the financial responsibility of the student.  Application materials are available from the Recreation, Sport, and Park Management Office in the Kings Street Annex, room 100.

    3. First Aid Proficiency: Each major must show proficiency in First Aid and Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR). Students must provide copies of their current First Aid and CPR cards/certifications to the internship coordinator prior to enrolling in REC 491 and maintain current certifications throughout the internship. Certifications can be completed by the following:

      1. Complete the American Red Cross First Aid course and CPR course and obtain certification (see www.redcross.org for information)

      2. Complete the American Heart Association First Aid course and CPR course and obtain certification (see www.americanheart.org for information)

      3. Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification

  3. General Baccalaureate Degree Requirements - see General Baccalaureate Degree Requirements section of catalog

Recreation, Sport, and Park Administration (Non-Comprehensive)

Bachelor of Science

  1. General Education Requirements - see General Education Program and Requirements section of catalog) 

  2. Major Requirements (53-57 hours) Note: All other coursework (including General Education Program, major(s), minor(s), if applicable), and all General Baccalaureate Degree Requirements, must be completed prior to taking REC 491, Recreation, Sport, and Park Administration Internship.

    1. Core Requirements (47-51 hours)

      1. Complete the following courses: REC 152(3), 190(3), 205(3); REC 211(3) or 311(3) or 411(3); REC 330(3), 335(3), 390(3), 410(3), 422(3), 423(3), 490(1), 491(8 or 12)

      2. Complete the following statistics courses: REC 328(3)

      3. Complete at least 5 hours of skills classes, with advisor approval, from the areas below with a maximum of 4 hours from any one area:

        1. Arts and Crafts: ART 100(3), 115(3), 212(3), 255(3); CIS 205(3)

        2. Dance and Rhythms: KIN 125(1), 240(2), 270(1); MUS 100(2), 103(3), 104(3), 133(1), 135(1), 137(1)

        3. Drama and Theater: ENG 334(3); THE 224(1), 255(2), 506(3)

        4. Outdoor Education Activities: AGS 161(3), 162(1); MIL 101(2), 102(2), 211(2); KIN 110(1), 114(1), 260(2); REC 160(1), 451(3)

        5. Sports: KIN 112(1), 113(1), 118(1), 127(1), 130(1), 133(1), 135(1), 143(1), 145(1), 147(1), 149(1), 234(2), 264(2), 273(1)

    2. Complete, with advisor approval, 9 hours from one of the following emphases:

      1. Recreation Management:
        Prepares students for careers in administering recreation services and events in the Armed Forces, municipal parks and recreation departments, campus recreation, sporting goods retail, facility management, residential camps, resort recreation, travel, tourism and hospitality industry, meeting planning, and not-for-profit organizations: at-risk youth organizations, Boys and Girls Clubs, church recreation, Scouting, and YMCA. Complete the following 3 Required Courses: REC 406(3), 415(3); MGT 340(3) or PSY 305(3).
      2. Sport Administration:
        Prepares students for careers in leadership opportunities in administering athletic programs, athletic teams, competitive sport camps and clinics, facilities and leagues; managing various sport entities, including Olympic training sites, municipal league programs, youth sport agencies, tournament management, sport administration and marketing, special event planning, retail sports industries, and coaching at the college or above level. Complete the following 3 Required Courses: REC 325(3), 406(3), 415(3).

    3. First Aid Proficiency: Each major must show proficiency in First Aid and Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR). Students must provide copies of their current First Aid and CPR cards/certifications to the internship coordinator prior to enrolling in REC 491 and maintain current certifications throughout the internship. Certifications can be completed by the following:

      1. Complete the American Red Cross First Aid course and CPR course and obtain certification (see www.redcross.org for information)

      2. Complete the American Heart Association First Aid course and CPR course and obtain certification (see www.americanheart.org for information)

      3. Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification

  3. Minor required (or second major)

  4. General Baccalaureate Degree Requirements - see General Baccalaureate Degree Requirements section of catalog

Respiratory Therapy (Comprehensive)

Bachelor of Science

Eligibility for admission to the B.S. degree program is limited to those persons who have completed a registry level program in Respiratory Therapy. This program is intended for those who are seeking career enhancement in the field of Respiratory Therapy.

  1. General Education Requirements - see General Education Program and Requirements section of catalog
    Specific General Education Requirements: BIO 121(4) or BMS 110(4); CHM 105(5) or 160(4); PSY 121(3)

  2. Major Requirements

    1. BMS 307(4), 308(4), 561(4); BIO 210(3); ACC 201(3) or ECO 155(3)*; PHY 123(4)*
      * May be used in General Education Requirements

    2. Completion of a registry level program in Respiratory Therapy (12 hours credited as lower division, 23 hours upper division)

    3. Specialty Requirements (choose one option):

      1. Education: Note: This option has been temporarily suspended and is not being offered at this time. Contact the department for more information. PSY 390(3); SEC 300(2), 301(2); EDT 565(2); SFR 396(2); plus two courses from PSY 441(3); SFR 250(3) or 353(2) or 354(2); SFR 547(2)

      2. Management:  ECO 155(3); MGT 340(3), 341(3); plus two courses from ACC 211(3); MGT 345(3), 367(3), 368(3); QBA 237(3)

      3. Science: MTH 340(3); plus 11 hours of electives selected with approval of advisor.

  3. General Baccalaureate Degree Requirements - see General Baccalaureate Degree Requirements section of catalog

Minors

Coaching (for Non-Physical Education Majors)

Bachelor of Arts
Bachelor of Science
Bachelor of Science in Education
(Non-Certifiable)

  1. ATC 222(2); KIN 250(3), 335(2), 360(4), 366(3), 392(1), 485(2)

  2. Select two courses from: KIN 300(1), 301(1), 302(1), 303(1), 304(1), 305(1)

Recreation, Sport, and Park Administration

Bachelor of Arts
Bachelor of Science

  1. Complete the following six courses: REC 152(3), 190(3), 205(3), 390(3), 422(3), 423(3)

  2. Complete one of the following courses: REC 211(3), 311(3), 411(3)

Health Courses

HLH 195 Introduction to the Health Professions

Designed to familiarize students with a variety of health career opportunities, and to provide guidance in early curriculum planning and alternative career options. Identical with BMS 195. Cannot receive credit for both HLH 195 and BMS 195. 1(0-2) F,S

HLH 399 Cooperative Education in the Health Sciences

Prerequisite: acceptance into the Cooperative Education Program and permission of Director of Health Arts and Sciences. A supervised learning experience that integrates on-the-job training with academic credit. The student will be required to complete assigned academic work related to the area of practical experience. 1-6 F,S

HLH 700 Research Methods in Health, Physical Education and Recreation

Nature of research methodology, experimental design and scientific writing. Opportunity to explore research literature and to conduct research. 3(3-0) F

HLH 710 Introduction to Health Promotion and Wellness Management

This is an introductory course in which students will gain a general understanding of the health promotion and wellness management (HPWM) field. The job opportunities, history, mission, terminology, philosophy, ethical principles, organizations, concepts and foundations of HPWM will be explored. 3(3-0) F

HLH 750 Programming Approaches in Wellness/Health Promotion

Organizational and administrative approaches utilized in the conduct of wellness/health promotion programs will be studied. Emphasis will be placed upon the selection, development, promotion, conduct, and evaluation of the various components of wellness/health promotion programs. 3(3-0) S

HLH 752 Health Risk Identification and Management

Procedures and instrumentation utilized in the identification and assessment of risk factors associated with cardiovascular and other major life-style generated diseases and conditions will be studied. Emphasis will be placed upon the utilization of risk factor data in the conduct of a wellness/health promotion program. 3(3-0) S

HLH 760 Health Promotion Planning

A culminating course in the M.S. in Health Promotion and Wellness Management degree program. This course will focus on the development of health promotion in the workplace: Topics discussed will include effects of health promotion, the compression of morbidity, developing awareness strategies, health assessments, theories of health behavior (self-efficacy, social learning theory, health belief model, theory of planned behavior, stages of change theory), and evaluating existing workplace health promotion programs (physical activity in the workplace, worksite nutrition programs, worksite weight management, tobacco control and cessation, and stress management). The current professional literature related to health promotion will also be reviewed. 3(3-0) S

HLH 770 Seminar in Health Promotion and Wellness Management

Review of the professional literature relating to current issues in health promotion and wellness. Topics researched and discussed include health care ethics, diversity, cultural aspects, long-range planning, public relations, legal considerations, and grant-writing. Includes guided development and completion of an extensive research paper. 3(3-0) S

HLH 791 Wellness Internship

Prerequisite: permission of Health Internship Coordinator. Supervised field experience in a health promotion or health care setting. Directly involves the student in the application of organizational skills and wellness manager skills. Student must complete a minimum number of clinical hours. May be repeated. 1-6 F

Kinesiology Courses

KIN 100 Fitness for Living

General Education Course (Basic Required Courses). The values of health-related physical fitness; ramifications of a negative health life-style presented for individuals living in an automated, sedentary society, encouraging students to make intelligent decisions concerning a positive health life-style to enhance wellness now and in the future. Laboratory helps the individual discover his or her needs for achieving and maintaining high level wellness. Supplemental course fee. 2(1-2) F,S

KIN 101 Beginning Swimming

Designed to teach novice swimmer basic swimming skills. 1(0-2) D

KIN 102 Intermediate Swimming

Prerequisite: KIN 101 or demonstrate swimming skill first day of class; first aid and CPR certification. Review of basic strokes. Instruction in competitive strokes. Basic diving instruction. May be taken twice for credit. 1(0-2) Su

KIN 103 Lifesaving

Prerequisite: KIN 102 or demonstrate swimming skill first day of class, first aid and CPR certification. Development of personal safety skills and techniques of aquatic rescue for lifeguarding; certification in American Red Cross Life Guard Training may be obtained. 1(0-2) D

KIN 104 Water Safety Instruction

Prerequisite: KIN 103 and permission of instructor. Prepares the student for complete American Red Cross Water Safety Instruction Certificate. 1(0-2) S

KIN 105 Alpine Skiing

Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Fundamental skills of alpine skiing; required Student Union ski trip for the purpose of instruction and practice on snow. 1(0-2) F

KIN 106 Sailing

Prerequisite: demonstrate swimming skill first day of class. Development of skills and knowledge of sailing. Supplemental course fee. 1(0-2) F,S

KIN 107 Intermediate Sailing

Prerequisite: KIN 106 or comparable skill and swimming skills. The course includes a refinement of basic skills and discussion of sailing theory and sailboat racing tactics. May be repeated to a maximum of 2 hours credit. Supplemental course fee. 1(0-2) F,S

KIN 109 Cycling

Cycling as a means of transportation, leisure activity, and fitness medium. Emphasis placed on safety, bikepacking, and cycle maintenance. Student must furnish a bicycle (ten-speed recommended). Field trips required. 1(0-2) D

KIN 110 Backpacking

Backpacking as a lifetime leisure activity. Emphasis on equipment, safety, techniques, and trip planning. Field trips required. 1(0-2) D

KIN 111 Beginning Badminton

Fundamentals of grip, stance, footwork and badminton strokes. 1(0-2) F,S

KIN 112 Beginning Handball

Rules, techniques and strategy of four wall handball. 1(0-2) F,S

KIN 113 Beginning Racquetball

Fundamental skills, rules, techniques and strategy of racquetball. 1(0-2) F,S

KIN 114 Canoeing

Prerequisite: demonstrate swimming skill first day of class. River canoeing as a lifetime leisure activity. Emphasis on safety, techniques, trip planning, and equipment. Field trips required. 1(0-2) D

KIN 118 Bowling

History, fundamental skills, techniques, terminology, rules, strategy and safety skills of bowling. Supplemental course fee. 1(0-2) F,S

KIN 120 Beginning Gymnastics

Emphasis on skill progressions in tumbling and vaulting with an introduction to apparatus and balance work. Principles of training, conditioning, and spotting included. 1(0-2) F,S

KIN 121 Intermediate to Advanced Gymnastics

Prerequisite: KIN 120. Emphasis on skill progressions for the Olympic events. Principles of training, conditioning, and spotting are included. May be repeated for a maximum of 3 hours. 1(0-2) F,S

KIN 122 Fencing

History, fundamental skills, techniques, terminology, nomenclature, rules, strategy and safety skills of fencing. 1(0-2) F,S

KIN 123 Intermediate Fencing

Prerequisite: KIN 122. Advanced compound offenses and defenses; detailed work on competitive techniques. May be taken twice for credit. 1(0-2) F,S

KIN 124 Techniques and Principles of Hunting and Fishing

Skills and safety factors of hunting and fishing; Missouri hunting, fishing, and conservation laws and principles upon which these laws are founded. 1(0-2) F,S

KIN 125 Aerobic Dance

Aerobic Dance is an exercise program of choreographed routines involving continuous rhythmic activity. The combination of motor skills, jogging, dancing, and vigorous exercise are set to music in a motivational manner. The routines are designed to be simple enough for all individuals to be successful as they move toward cardiovascular fitness. 1(0-2) F,S

KIN 126 Folk and Square Dance

Understanding folk and square dance skills, directional patterns, structure. 1(0-2) F,S

KIN 127 Weight Training

Scientifically founded isotonic and isometric weight training programs; development of cardiovascular and muscular endurance, strength and flexibility. 1(0-2) F,S

KIN 128 Western Square Dance

Review of the 50 basics and introduction to the 25 extended basic skills and patterns of Western Square Dance. 1(0-2) D

KIN 130 Adapted Physical Activity

Prerequisite: physician's approval. Adapted physical activity to meet the needs of students with disabilities and other physical limitations. May be repeated for credit. 1(0-2) F,S

KIN 133 Volleyball

Basic skills of power volleyball. 1(0-2) D

KIN 135 Selected Activities

A variable content course designed to develop lifetime skills in sports, fitness, and/or leisure activities. Activities selected will vary according to demand. Course may be repeated any number of times provided the same activity is not retaken. Supplemental course fee may be assessed (variable by section). 1(0-2) D

KIN 136 Ballroom Dance

Ballroom dances: technique, lead and style. 1(0-2) F,S

KIN 138 Archery

Cultural aspects of archery throughout history; target archery, field archery, bowhunting and bowfishing. 1(0-2) F,S

KIN 143 Beginning Tennis

Fundamental tennis skills and mechanical principles. Rules, courtesies and etiquette. 1(0-2) F,S

KIN 144 Intermediate Tennis

Prerequisite: KIN 143. Instruction in intermediate and advanced elements of strokes and strategy used in singles and doubles. May be taken twice for credit. 1(0-2) F,S

KIN 145 Beginning Golf

Choice and use of clubs, form to be used, rules and courtesies of golf. 1(0-2) F,S

KIN 146 Intermediate Golf

Prerequisite: KIN 145. Correction of errors in basic strokes with all clubs. Application of mechanical principles. Instruction concerning strategy used on different golf courses in variable weather. May be taken twice for credit. 1(0-2) F,S

KIN 147 Beginning Judo

Fundamental falling (ukemi), holding techniques (Katamewaza), basic mat and free exercises (mat randori), and history of judo. 1(0-2) F,S

KIN 148 Intermediate Judo

Prerequisite: KIN 147 or Brown or Black Belt Ranking. Basic throwing techniques of judo; all mat techniques required for third degree brown belt status (sankyu). May be taken twice for credit. 1(0-2) S

KIN 149 Self Defense

Prerequisite: KIN 147. Introduction to self-defense techniques including combative and defensive stances and position, taisabaki movement, parries, counterattack movement, hold releases, attack techniques, and ground defense. 1(0-2) F,S

KIN 200 Foundations of Education and Physical Education

Prerequisite: KIN 100; COM 115 with a "C" grade or better; and cumulative GPA of 2.50 or better. This course introduces the physical education major to the profession of education while focusing on the discipline of health and physical education in American education. It provides the prospective teacher/coach a knowledge base in the theoretical aspects of PK-12 education. Additionally, this course examines both the nature and history of the teaching profession, PK-12 school orientation, educational theories, and legal issues pertaining to the American educational institution. It also explores the nature of physical movement, as well as the breadth, scope, and significance of physical education and its role and relationship to the overall curriculum of the American public schools. Emphasis will be placed on professional competencies required for certification and professional development. This course also requires a twenty (20) hour observational experience, utilizing the Systematic Supervision Model, designed to explore professional teaching qualifications, cultural diversity, student needs, and school orientation with emphasis on training educators as reflective-decision makers. This observational experience will include both on-campus and approved PK-12 off-campus placement sites. As a portion of the course grade students will be required to satisfy the first checkpoint of the artifact development as required for the Professional Preparation Portfolio. A grade of "C" or better is required in this course. May not be taken Pass/Not Pass. The CBASE exam must be taken during enrollment in this course. 3(2-2) F,S

KIN 201 Introduction to Biomechanics

Prerequisite: 30 hours. Mechanics of sports; principles of motion related to individual and team sports. Techniques to analyze individual sport skills. 2(2-0) D

KIN 212 Introduction to Exercise Science

Orientation for students interested in exercise science. Various professional options will be discussed and research methodology in the field will be explored through applied examples. Exercise and Movement Science majors are required to earn a grade of "C" or better in this course. 1(1-0) F,S

KIN 218 Organization and Administration of Intramurals

Prerequisite: 30 hours. Organization and administration of an effective program of intramural activities for secondary and college levels. 2(2-0) D

KIN 234 Sports Officiating

Procedures and requirements for registration as a Missouri State High School Activities Association (MSHSAA) Sports Official. Ethical standards and development of a philosophy for an official. Knowledge, rules and basic skills for officiating basketball, football, baseball, softball, track and field, volleyball, and wrestling. Students select a practicum experience in at least one sport. 2(2-1) F,S

KIN 240 Creative Dance and Exploratory Activities for Children

Creative activities for movement and dance necessary for the physical development of elementary school students. 2(1-2) F,S

KIN 250 Applied Human Anatomy

Prerequisite: BIO 102 or BIO 121 or BMS 110. Study of the structure of the human body with emphasis on the organ systems operational in effecting human movement. Integrating structural and biomechanical aspects of movement; focusing on functional anatomy using a systematic approach. A grade of "C" or better is required in this course in order to take KIN 360. 3(2-2) F,S

KIN 252 Applied Human Physiology

Prerequisite: CHM 105 or CHM 106 or CHM 160; and BMS 307 or a grade of "C" or better in KIN 250. Study of the function and responses of each organ system in the body. Emphasis is directed toward a process of examining functional concepts requisite to critical assessment and description of human movement, exercise, sport and wellness. A grade of "C" or better is required in this course in order to take KIN 362. 3(2-2) F,S

KIN 253 First Aid

First aid and civil defense knowledge; procedures in times of emergency, sickness, wounds, shock, poisoning, fractures, unconsciousness, stoppage of breathing. 2(2-0) F,S

KIN 256 Community Health

School, community, state, national and international health programs; their relationship to the student; major communicable and non-communicable diseases and community health. 2(2-0) F,S

KIN 257 Personal Health

Health problems; factors that contribute to development and maintenance of health for the individual living in a contemporary, automated society. 2(2-0) F,S

KIN 260 Outdoor Leisure Education

Introduction to outdoor leisure skills. Selected outdoor education activities, e.g. orienteering, hiking, etc. Field trips required. 2(1-2) F,S

KIN 261 Wrestling Techniques

Fundamental wrestling skills necessary for demonstration purposes in teaching-coaching situations. Recommended for men only. 1(0-2) F

KIN 264 Team Sports

Fundamental skills and techniques of basketball, field hockey, soccer/speedball, softball and volleyball; emphasis on demonstration in teaching-coaching situations. 2(0-4) F,S

KIN 270 Recreational and Aerobic Dance Techniques

Fundamental skills in folk, square, social, and aerobic dance necessary for demonstration purposes in teaching situations. 1(0-2) F,S

KIN 273 Aquatics

Prerequisite: demonstrate swimming skill first day of classes. Emphasis on stroke mechanics for swimming and basic diving. Development of the skills necessary to demonstrate in teaching-coaching situations. 1(0-2) F,S

KIN 277 Individual and Dual Sports

Fundamental skills and techniques of golf, racket sports, track and field, and tumbling/apparatus; emphasis on demonstration in teaching-coaching situations. 2(0-4) F,S

KIN 281 The Athlete's Diet

Instruction on the current research and concepts on diet and exercise performance, body weight and composition, fluid and electrolyte balance during exercise, and selected topics on proposed dietary ergogenic aids. 1(1-0) F,S

KIN 282 Sports Conditioning

Instruction on the theory and practical aspects of designing and evaluating training and conditioning programs for competitive athletes. 1(1-0) F,S

KIN 297 Special Topics

Special study of physical education or leisure skills. Variable content and variable credit course. May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 4 credit hours. Same topic may be repeated once for credit. 1-2 D

KIN 300 Teaching and Coaching Volleyball

Prerequisite: 60 hours. Analysis of volleyball skills. Strengths and weaknesses of various offensive and defensive systems. Development of coaching and game plays, discussion of strategies, screening and selection of player personnel. 1(0-2) F,S

KIN 301 Teaching and Coaching Football

Prerequisite: 60 hours. Analysis of football skills. Offensive and defensive systems applicable to varying skill levels. Analysis of game strategy, scouting, yearly organization. Training, recruiting and organization of coaching personnel and daily coaching plans. 1(0-2) F,S

KIN 302 Teaching and Coaching Basketball

Prerequisite: 60 hours. Analysis of basketball Skills. Factors which compose the game of basketball; analysis of varying offenses and defenses used in competition. Team selection, development and organization. 1(0-2) F,S

KIN 303 Teaching and Coaching Track and Field

Prerequisite: 60 hours. Analysis of track and field skills. Organization and development of a track and field team. Preparation and selection of athletes for competition. Practical application of meet management techniques. 1(0-2) F,S

KIN 304 Teaching and Coaching Baseball

Prerequisite: 60 hours. Analysis of baseball skills. Development of a baseball team, selection of players by position, team drills, offensive and defensive strategies, scouting, management of players. 1(0-2) F,S

KIN 305 Teaching and Coaching Softball

Prerequisite: 60 hours. Analysis of softball skills. Development of competitive softball team, player selection by position, team drills, offensive and defensive strategies, scouting and player management. 1(0-2) F,S

KIN 310 Writing II: Philosophical and Historical Issues in Physical Education, Recreation and Sport

Prerequisite: ENG 110 and KIN 200 or REC 152; and 45 credit hours. General Education Course (Basic Required Courses). A writing intensive course focusing on the synthesis or philosophical and historically relevant material emanating from contemporary problems in physical education, recreation and sport. Writing tasks will involve the use of extensive research and critical analysis of major issues in the fields of physical education and recreation to bridge the gap between theory and practice. Areas of coverage will vary with the instructor. Meets Writing II requirement for a major in Physical Education or Recreation and Leisure Studies. 3(3-0) F,S

KIN 335 Organization and Administration of Physical Education and Sport

Prerequisite: 60 hours. Organizational procedures and management principles of sport and physical education programs. Directed coaching experience on campus and in the middle/secondary school setting is required. 2(1-2) F,S

KIN 341 Physical Education for Elementary Teachers

Prerequisite: KIN 100. Games, rhythms, material and methods utilized by elementary school classroom teachers to teach physical education. 2(2-0) F,S

KIN 350 Health and Wellness Promotion

Principles and objectives of health and wellness promotions. Critical issues in health and wellness. The structure, function, and contribution of public, private, and voluntary agencies involved in health and wellness promotion. Individual and group factors related to the promotion, maintenance, and restoration of health. Exercise and Movement Science majors are required to earn a grade of "C" or better in this course. A grade of "C" or better is required in this course in order to take KIN 550. 3(3-0) F,S

KIN 358 Health Education Methods

Methods, materials and resources for preparation, development and implementation of an effective school Health Education program. 3(3-0) F,S

KIN 360 Kinesiology

Prerequisite: BMS 307 or grade of "C" or better in KIN 250. Mechanics of sports and related activities; principles of motion, body movements, muscle action and joint mechanics in relation to human movement. Principles of anatomic and biomechanical analysis. A grade of "C" or better is required in this course in order to take KIN 468. A maximum of 4 credit hours will be granted for KIN 201 and KIN 360. 4(3-2) F,S

KIN 361 Principles of Motor Learning in Physical Education

Prerequisite: BMS 307 or grade of "C" or better in KIN 250; and BMS 308 or grade of "C" or better in KIN 252. Process by which motor skills are learned; individual variables which affect acquisition of motor skills; techniques of improving motor performance. Exercise and Movement Science majors and Physical Education majors are required to earn a grade of "C" or better in this course. 2(2-0) F,S

KIN 362 Exercise Physiology

Prerequisite: BMS 308 or grade of "C" or better in KIN 252. Physiologic effects of muscular activity under different intensities, durations and environments on the human organism. A grade of "C" or better is required in this course in order to take KIN 465, 468, 569 and BMS 563. This course may not be taken Pass/Not Pass. Student may not receive credit for both KIN 362 and KIN 366. Supplemental course fee. 4(3-2) F,S

KIN 366 Exercise Physiology

Prerequisite: BMS 308 or grade of "C" or better in KIN 252. Same course as KIN 362 except it does not include a laboratory component. This course credited on a coaching minor only. KIN 366 will not count toward a physical education major. Students may not receive credit for both KIN 362 and KIN 366. 3(3-0) F,S

KIN 370 Introduction to Safety Education

General safety education in the instruction program of elementary and secondary schools; accident causes and remedial action. 3(3-0) D

KIN 371 Driver Task Analysis

Prerequisite: valid operator's license. Prepares student to teach driver education in secondary school. Methods, lesson planning, psychophysical testing and driver education materials presented. Each student instructs one individual to operate an automobile. 3(2-2) D

KIN 372 Developing Vehicle Operation Skills and Competencies

Prerequisite: KIN 371. Acquaints the prospective driver education teacher with problems of automotive and traffic safety. 3(3-0) D

KIN 373 Developing Classroom Knowledge

Prerequisite: KIN 371 and KIN 372. Course provides students the opportunity to do an action research project with regard to knowledge and skills necessary to provide quality classroom instruction. successfully manage the on-street activities and provide for appropriate student evaluation. This course should be viewed as the culmination of the Driver Education endorsement. 3(3-0) D

KIN 386 Social Basis of Physical Activity and Sport

Prerequisite: 60 hours. Study of the growth and development of physical education, athletics and sports organization and their effect on participants, spectators, and communities in America since 1875. 3(3-0) F,S

KIN 392 Coaching Practicum

Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Students should have completed coursework or concentrated experience in an area selected for practicum. A practical experience which students can relate to coaching theory. The students are assigned to participate in coaching related activities on or off campus in the secondary schools for exposure to coaching philosophies, organization, methods and procedures for preparing athletes and athletic teams for competition. May be taken twice for credit. 1(0-2) or 2(0-4) F,S

KIN 400 Movement to Enhance Cognition: Elementary Physical Education for Elementary Teachers

Prerequisite: concurrent enrollment in ELE 500 for 4 hours. Games, rhythms, materials, and methods utilized by elementary school classroom teachers to teach physical education and integrate kinesthetic movement into classroom instruction. 1(1-0) F,S,Su

KIN 402 Women In Sport

Prerequisite: 60 hours. A survey of the role of women in sport and how they have developed to present status. Topics to be covered include women in the history of sport: athletic injury specific to women, care and prevention: physiology of the woman athlete and sport psychology for the woman athlete. 3(3-0) S

KIN 405 Gender and Sport

An examination of sport as a major institutional locus for the historical and contemporary construction of gender relations. 1(1-0) D

KIN 411 Teaching of Secondary Physical Education

Prerequisite: KIN 264 and KIN 270 and KIN 273 and KIN 277 and KIN 360; and at least "C" grades in KIN 431 and KIN 440; and admitted to teacher education program; and cumulative GPA of 2.50 or better; and passed all portions of CBASE Exam. Exploration of various teaching methods and selection of activities as they apply to secondary physical education. Unit planning, lesson planning and micro teaching of physical education activities. Second portfolio checkpoint and participation in clinical/field experiences in area secondary schools is required. A grade of "C" or better is required in this course in order to take KIN 493 or KIN 496. May not be taken Pass/Not Pass. 3(2-2) F,S

KIN 430 History and Philosophy of Physical Education

Prerequisite: KIN 200 and 75 hours. Synthesis of historically relevant material emanating from contemporary problems in physical education and Sport. Use of critical analysis of physical education concepts in teaching to bridge the gap between theory and practice. 3(3-0) F,S

KIN 431 Teaching K-4 Physical Education

Prerequisite: KIN 240 and KIN 264 and KIN 270; and admitted to Teacher Education Program; and cumulative GPA or 2.50 or better; and passed all portions of CBASE Exam. Emphasis on current teaching methods, management skills, and curriculum development for teaching physical education to K-4 students. An on-campus lecture/lab and participation in clinical/field experiences in the area elementary schools. A grade of "C" or better is required in this course in order to take KIN 493 or KIN 496. May not be taken Pass/Not Pass. 3(2-2) F,S

KIN 440 Middle School (5-9) Physical Education

Prerequisite: KIN 240 and KIN 264 and KIN 270 and KIN 360; and admitted to Teacher Education Program; and cumulative GPA of 2.50 or better; and passed all portions of CBASE Exam. Emphasis on current teaching methods, management skills, and curriculum development for teaching physical education in the middle school (5-9). An on campus lecture/lab and clinical/field experiences in area middle schools. A grade of "C" or better is required in this course in order to take KIN 493 or KIN 496. May not be taken Pass/Not Pass. 3(2-2) F,S

KIN 445 Teaching of Middle and Secondary Physical Education

Prerequisite: KIN 200, 240, 250, 252, 261, 264, 270, 273, 277, 360 and 2.50 GPA and pass all sections of the CBASE exam with a score of 265 or higher on each section, and completion of 70 hours. Course will include exploration of Mosston and Ashworth's teaching spectrum, teaching methods, and selection of activities. Emphasis will be placed on current teaching methodology, program content inclusive to MOSTEP and NASPE standards, scope and sequencing of physical activities, development of unit and lesson plans, and classroom management for middle and secondary school physical education. Also included will be discussions regarding legal issues and the attitudes and values surrounding middle and secondary education. Additional focus will be placed on curriculum development, implementation, and assessment of the curriculum process. To promote critical thinking and reflective decision making, a comprehensive field experience in both middle and secondary physical education settings is required. This course is credited only on the BS in Education degree. Students will be required to generate selected artifacts as required for completion of the Professional Preparation Portfolio. A grade of "C" or better is required in this course in order to enroll in KIN 493 or KIN 496. May not be taken Pass/Not Pass. 4(2-4) F,S

KIN 465 Exercise Prescription: Strength and Conditioning

Prerequisite: "C" or better in KIN 362. Physiology and biomechanics of strength training and conditioning. Topics include: testing and evaluation of athletics, resistance training techniques, training program design, and organization and administration of a strength training facility. This course is designed to prepare students to apply the skills needed to be a leader in strength and conditioning. Exercise and Movement Science majors are required to earn a grade of "C" or better in this course. 2(1-2) F,S

KIN 466 Physical Education for Intellectual Disabilities

Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Identification and program development of physical activities for individuals with varying levels of intellectual disabilities. Laboratory is off campus. 3(2-2) S

KIN 468 Adapted Physical Education

Prerequisite: grade of "C" or better in KIN 360 and in KIN 362; and cumulative GPA of 2.50 or better. Emphasizes nature and scope of physical, cognitive, and emotional disabilities; referral, placement, and programming in physical education; federal and state laws that pertain to the education and physical education of special populations; and instruction in the modification of motor and fitness activities, and therapeutic exercise. Three hours of directed practicum per week. Exercise and Movement Science majors are required to earn a grade of "C" or better in this course. A grade of "C" or better is required in this course in order to take KIN 493 or KIN 496. 4(2-4) F,S

KIN 485 Psychology of Sport and Physical Activity

Prerequisite: PSY 121. Inquiry into the psychological implications of sport and physical activity participation in relation to motivation and behavior of the participant. 2(2-0) F,S

KIN 490 Sports Practicum

Prerequisite: senior or graduate standing. Short-term course updates physical educators in new developments within selected sport areas. Techniques of coaching and conditioning. May be repeated for credit. 1-4 F,S

KIN 491 Field Experience

Prerequisite: 80 hours and permission. Supervised experience or internship in a cooperative program with business, government, community, clinical, or related establishments in exercise science, health, or health promotion. Credit will be based on the length and scope of the field experience/internship. May be repeated for credit but no more than 12 hours will be credited toward a degree. Exercise and Movement Science majors are required to earn a grade of "C" or better in this course. 3 or 6 or 12, F,S,Su

KIN 493 Supervised Teaching (Secondary Physical Education)

Prerequisite: completion of all method courses in physical education; a grade of "C" or better in all professional education courses; current pre-professional liability insurance; completion of portfolio checkpoints 1 and 2; and cumulative and major GPA of 2.50 or better; and approval for supervised teaching. Student observes then teaches physical education classes under the direction of the cooperating teacher and the university supervisor. Student participates in school-related activities appropriate to the assignment and attends all required meetings. In order to receive a grade in this course, the student's professional portfolio must meet or exceed final criteria. Course will not count toward the major GPA. Supplemental course fee. 5-6 F,S

KIN 496 Supervised Teaching (Elementary Physical Education)

Prerequisite: concurrent enrollment in KIN 493. Student observes, then teaches physical education classes under the direction of the cooperating teacher and the university supervisor. Student participates in school-related activities appropriate to the assignment and attends all required meetings. In order to receive a grade in this course, the student's professional portfolio must meet or exceed final criteria. The course will not count toward the major GPA. Supplemental course fee. 5-6 F,S

KIN 498 Clinical Experiences in Teaching II

Prerequisite: EDC 199; and admitted to Teacher Education Program; and grades of "C" or better in all professional education courses; and completion of portfolio checkpoints 1 and 2; and current pre-professional liability insurance; and program approval. This course is designed to meet HB 1711 for student's experience as a Teacher's Aide or Assistant Rule (Rule 5 CSR 80-805.040), to that of conventional student teachers within the same program. It is also designed to support completion of additional clinical requirements within that program including: seminars and workshops, required meetings, school related activities appropriate to the assignment, demonstrated mastery of the MOSTEP quality indicators and completion and overall assessment of a Professional Preparation Portfolio. This course is credited only on B.S. in Education or appropriate masters-level certification programs. Can only receive credit for one of the following: AGE 499, AGT 499, ART 469, BSE 499, COM 493, ECE 499, ELE 499, ENG 434, FCS 498, HST 499, KIN 498, MCL 491, MID 499, MTH 496, MUS 499, SCI 499, SEC 499, SPE 499, THE 493. Supplemental course fee. 4 F,S

KIN 499 Special Problems

Prerequisite: permission of department head. Investigation of a problem within physical education, leisure services, dance, safety education, or coaching as assigned by members of the departmental faculty. May be repeated up to a maximum of 5 hours of credit. 1-5 F,S

KIN 500 Seminar in Physical Education

Prerequisite: 60 hours and permission of department head. Directed reading and special investigation of selected subjects in physical education, health, and safety; research projects under faculty supervision. May be repeated for a maximum of 9 hours of credit. Variable content course. May be taught concurrently with KIN 600. Cannot receive credit for both KIN 500 and KIN 600. 1-3 D

KIN 545 Perceptual and Motor Development

Prerequisite: PSY 360 or PSY 380 or PSY 385 or PSY 390 or CFD 160; and 90 hours. Perceptual and motor development from prenatal life to adolescence; relationships of growth factors that influence motor abilities; difficulties that may arise when the normal course of development is interrupted. Includes a laboratory and a practicum experience. May be taught concurrently with KIN 645. Cannot receive credit for both KIN 545 and KIN 645. 3(2-2) F,S

KIN 550 Organization and Administration for Kinesiology Professionals

Prerequisite: "C" grade or better in KIN 350. This course will cover the fundamentals of program administration, legal considerations of health and exercise business management, and basic leadership responsibilities. This course will provide students the knowledge and skills associated with the resources required to implement health and physical activity programs and run exercise-related businesses. 3(3-0) S

KIN 567 Physical and Leisure Activities for the Aging Adult

Prerequisite: KIN 250 or BMS 307; and KIN 252 or BMS 308. The effects of aging and common degenerative diseases of the aged on physical performance and leisure. Included are units on assessment of physical working capacity, flexibility, body composition, strength maintenance. Also, units on selection of recreational and performance activities commensurate with functioning capacity. May be taught concurrently with KIN 667. Cannot receive credit for both KIN 567 and KIN 667. 3(3-0) F,S

KIN 569 Health Appraisal and Exercise Testing Techniques

Prerequisite: "C" grade or better in KIN 362. Introduction to appropriate health appraisal and exercise tests for the purpose of exercise programming and prescription. Supplemental course fee. May be taught concurrently with KIN 669. Cannot receive credit for both KIN 669 and KIN 569. Exercise and Movement Science majors are required to earn a grade of "C" or better in this course. 4(3-2) F,S

KIN 575 Measurement and Evaluation Applied to Physical Education

Prerequisite: 90 hours; and admitted to Teacher Education Program, and 2.50 GPA. Use of authentic and traditional assessment techniques in assessing student performance and informing curricular change. Includes basic statistics, use of statistical software packages, evaluation of test validity and bias, and written test construction. A grade of "C" or better required in this course in order to take KIN 493 or KIN 496. May not be taken Pass/Not Pass. May be taught concurrently with KIN 675. Cannot receive credit for both KIN 575 and KIN 675. 3(3-0) F,S

KIN 582 Motivational Interviewing for Health Professionals

Prerequisite: permission of instructor. This is an advanced level course for students who have had an introduction into health behavior theories and are interested in working in the health field. Course content will include an exploration into the attitudes and motivations of personal health behavior and an in-depth exploration of motivational interviewing principles and applications. May be taught concurrently with KIN 582. Cannot receive credit for both KIN 682 and KIN 582. 3(3-0) D

KIN 600 Seminar in Physical Education

Directed reading and special investigation of selected subjects in physical education, health, and safety; research projects under faculty supervision. May be repeated for a maximum of 9 hours of credit. Variable content course. May be taught concurrently with KIN 500. Cannot receive credit for both KIN 600 and KIN 500. 1-3, D

KIN 645 Perceptual and Motor Development

Recommended Prerequisite: PSY 360. Perceptual and motor development from prenatal life to adolescence; relationships of growth factors that influence motor abilities; difficulties that may arise when the normal course of development is interrupted. Includes a laboratory and a practicum experience. May be taught concurrently with KIN 545. Cannot receive credit for both KIN 645 and KIN 545. 3(2-2), F,S

KIN 667 Physical and Leisure Activities for the Aging Adult

The effects of aging and common degenerative diseases of the aged on physical performance and leisure. Included are units on assessment of physical working capacity, flexibility, body composition, strength maintenance. Also, units on selection of recreational and performance activities commensurate with functioning capacity. May be taught concurrently with KIN 567. Cannot receive credit for both KIN 667 and KIN 567. 3(3-0) F,S

KIN 669 Health Appraisal and Exercise Testing Techniques

Introduction to appropriate health appraisal and exercise tests for the purpose of exercise programming and prescription. Supplemental course fee. May be taught concurrently with KIN 569. Cannot receive credit for both KIN 669 and KIN 569. 4(3-2) F,S

KIN 675 Measurement and Evaluation Applied to Physical Education

Use of authentic and traditional assessment techniques in assessing student performance and informing curricular change. Includes basic statistics, use of statistical software packages, evaluation of test validity and bias, and written test construction. May be taught concurrently with KIN 575. Cannot receive credit for both KIN 675 and KIN 575. 3(3-0), F,S

KIN 682 Motivational Interviewing for Health Professionals

Prerequisite: permission of instructor. This is an advanced level course for students who have had an introduction into health behavior theories and are interested in working in the health field. Course content will include an exploration into the attitudes and motivations of personal health behavior and an in-depth exploration of motivational interviewing principles and applications. May be taught concurrently with KIN 582. Cannot receive credit for both KIN 682 and KIN 582. 3(3-0) D

KIN 705 Applied Statistics in Health, Physical Education, and Recreation

Prerequisite: HLH 700 or equivalent or permission of instructor. Applications of descriptive and inferential statistics to research problems in Health, Physical Education, and Recreation. 3(3-0), F,S

KIN 733 Current Problems in Sports Administration

Identification, analysis, and evaluation of current problems, research and trends in sports administration. 3(3-0), F

KIN 735 Administration of School Physical Education and Athletic Programs

Financial and legal aspects, personnel management, program development, public relations, and evaluation as they apply to physical education and athletics. 3(3-0), D

KIN 737 Curriculum Designs in Physical Education

A comprehensive inquiry of the principles underlying the curriculum of physical education in grades K-12. An in-depth analysis will be given to the problems in development and evaluation of physical education curriculum. 3(3-0), F,S

KIN 739 Principles of Sports Management

Introduction to theories and principles of sports management as applied to all segments of the sports industry from high school, collegiate, professional and international sports, to health, fitness and recreational settings. 3(3-0), F

KIN 755 Fitness as Preventive Medicine

Recommended Prerequisite: KIN 362 or equivalent. Development and implementation of scientifically-based fitness programs as vehicles of preventative medicine. 3(3-0), D

KIN 759 Contemporary Health Problems

In-depth consideration of relevant pertinent health issues, trends, controversy, and current research in Health Education. 3(3-0), D

KIN 760 Applied Biomechanics of Human Movement

Recommended Prerequisite: KIN 360 or equivalent. Biomechanical principles applied to the analysis of human motion and performance. Techniques of cinematography, computerized motion analysis and other methods of analysis will be used. 3(2-2), D

KIN 762 Applied Exercise Physiology

Recommended Prerequisite: KIN 362 or equivalent. A study of the mechanisms underlying the body's physiological responses and adaptations to exercise and training. Application is made to health-related concerns, environmental stress, exercise practices, and the aging process. 3(2-2), D

KIN 780 Legal Aspects in Sports, Physical Education, and Wellness Programs

The legal aspects in sports, physical education, recreation and wellness programs as related to personnel, facilities, participants, spectators and contracts. Includes a review of legal concepts, necessary for in-depth study of the law, as it relates to sports, or other programmed activities. 3(3-0), F

KIN 781 Contemporary Issues in Physical Education

Exploration of basic issues and trends in physical education using a philosophical approach to contemporary American education. Individual problem solving will assist the student in identifying, analyzing and evaluating recent developments and basic issues in physical education and sport. 3(3-0), F,S

KIN 795 Research Project

Prerequisite: HLH 700 or equivalent; a statistics course; and permission of graduate coordinator. Original research supervised by the departmental staff. Designed to enable students through firsthand experience to understand the various parts of research papers, methods of gathering data, appropriate statistical tests, interpretation of findings and implications for further study. 3(3-0), D

KIN 797 Graduate Seminar

Selected topics in health, physical education, and recreation. Topics may vary from semester to semester. May be repeated for credit when topic varies. A total of 6 hours may be applied to a degree program. 1-3, D

KIN 798 Field Experience in Sports Management

Prerequisite: completion of the application process for the field experience and 12 credits in the certificate program. The Field Experience is the culminating experience for all students in the certificate program. The field experience provides students the opportunity to become directly involved in the application of organizational and sport management skills in sport related venues. Possible sites include: professional or club sports teams, university athletic departments, sports sales, sports agencies, professional and university sports facilities. Selection is dependent on the students' background and career expectations. All required courses must be completed in order to be eligible. The field experience can be completed during the fall, spring, or summer and requires at least 400 hours. All field experiences must be approved by the internship coordinator. 6, D

KIN 799 Thesis

Prerequisite: HLH 700 or equivalent; a statistics course; and permission of graduate coordinator. Independent research and study connected with the preparation of a thesis. May be repeated but no more than 6 hours may be counted toward degree. 1-6, D

Radiography Courses

RAD 110 Introduction to Radiologic Technology

An introduction to the field, orientation to hospital and school policies, history, and fundamentals of radiography, basic radiation protection, professional ethics, patient care, nursing procedures, and basic cardiac life support (CPR). 1(1-0) D

RAD 120 Radiographic Anatomy

An introduction to human anatomy with a detailed study of the structure of the human skeletal system with special emphasis on radiographic landmarks. 2(2-0) D

RAD 130 Radiographic Procedures I

Fundamentals of radiographic procedures and terminology. This course includes all routine positions and a discussion of the resulting radiographic projections. Includes image analysis, lab demonstrations, practice, and lab evaluations. 2(1-3) D

RAD 140 Medical Terminology

A structural analysis of word roots, suffixes, and prefixes for terms pertinent to the medical field with an emphasis on radiologic technology. 1(1-0) D

RAD 150 Radiologic Science I

A study of the fundamentals of atomic theory, basic electricity and x-ray circuitry, construction of x-ray tubes, the production of x-radiation, and interactions of x-radiation with matter. 3(2-2) D

RAD 160 Radiographic Procedures II

Advanced procedures and positioning techniques with emphasis on trauma and special views of bony anatomy. Includes image analysis, lab demonstrations, practice, and lab evaluations. 2(1-2) D

RAD 170 Image Processing

A study of the equipment, materials, and procedures used to produce radiographic images to include quality control procedures and image analysis. 1(1-0) D

RAD 180 Radiographic Imaging I

A study of the formation of radiographic images to include a discussion of the image devices, exposure factors, and the geometric properties of the x-ray beam. Methods of improving image quality, reducing patient exposure to ionizing radiation, and image analysis are also included. 3(2-2) D

RAD 190 Practicum I

First-year student clinical training. Duties begin under the direct supervision of the Registered Technologists. This will involve duties performed by a practicing technologist including the following: routine radiography, tomography, fluoroscopy, digital imaging, portable radiography, trauma radiography, and surgical radiography. Also included is an extensive clinical competency and performance evaluation system. 7(1-12) D

RAD 310 Radiologic Physiology

Normal structure and function of human systems with emphasis on related radiographic examinations. 3(3-0) D

RAD 315 Radiologic Pathology

The study of human disease to include disease etiology, diagnosis, clinical interpretation and treatment. 2(2-0) D

RAD 320 Radiographic Procedures III

A comprehensive study of examinations utilizing contrast media to visualize various aspects of the digestive and urinary systems. Includes image analysis, lab demonstrations, practice, and lab evaluations. 2(1-2) D

RAD 330 Radiographic Procedures IV

A general overview of the examinations requiring special techniques and/or contrast agents. Special emphasis is placed on new modalities or procedures that may have replaced these examinations. 1(1-0) D

RAD 340 Contrast Agents

A general study of contrast agents and pharmacology, including types, uses, patient reactions, and emergency treatment for reactions. The basic techniques of venipuncture are included. 1(1-0) D

RAD 350 Radiographic Science II

An in-depth study of radiation biology to include the effects of ionizing radiation on living tissues, organs, and systems. Advanced study of radiation protection principles and regulations. 2(1-2) D

RAD 360 Radiographic Imaging II

A study of specialized imaging technologies to include fluoroscopy, digital imaging, tomography, and other modalities. 2(1-2) D

RAD 370 Radiographic Procedures V

An introduction to advanced procedures to include: interventional technology, computerized tomography, diagnostic medical sonography, nuclear medicine, radiation therapy, and magnetic resonance imaging. Includes resume and cover letter writing and the job interview process. 1(1-0) D

RAD 380 Practicum II

Second-year clinical training includes a continuation of first-year duties with increased responsibilities under supervision of Registered Technologists. Rotations will include but may not be limited to: interventional technology, cardiac cath lab, computed tomography, nuclear medicine, diagnostic medical sonography, radiation therapy, and magnetic resonance imaging. 8(1-14) D

Recreation, Sport, and Park Administration Courses

REC 152 Introduction to Recreation, Sport, and Park Administration

Implications of leisure values in society and the role that organizations, agencies, institutions and municipalities have played in the recreation, sport, and park industries. Theories, concepts, and philosophies of leisure and recreation in society. A survey of the career opportunities in the recreation, sport and park venues. 3(3-0) F,S

REC 160 Outdoor Initiatives

This course is designed to give the student an experiential exposure to the processes of facilitating individual and group outdoor initiatives. Students will be actively involved in a weekend course experience which includes individual and group activities, initiative games, trust building activities and low and high ropes activities. Concepts of dynamic group leadership, facilitation skills, group decision making and problem solving as well as personal development will be incorporated in the weekend experience. 1(1-0) F,S

REC 161 Basic Low Impact Camping

Prerequisite: permission of instructor. This course is designed to provide the students with practical skills in camping. Basic campcraft skills such as toolcraft, firecraft, ropecraft, outdoor cooking, map and compass will be included with a minimum impact camping orientation. Skills will be taught with an emphasis on appropriately leading others in outdoor settings and with safety and risk management considered. Field trips required. 1(1-0) F,S

REC 190 Applied Social Recreation

Applied approach to developing leadership skills in games, activities, contests and social recreation activities. Activity analysis as applied to expected outcomes, instructional techniques, age appropriateness, and activity leadership skills is emphasized. Supplemental course fee. 3(2-2) F,S

REC 205 Concepts in Therapeutic Recreation

Prerequisite: REC 152 or concurrent enrollment. Orientation to the broad applications of clinical and community based therapeutic recreation approaches to programs and services for individuals with disabilities. Specific considerations given to mental retardation, developmental disabilities, mental illness, physical disabilities, aging, juvenile and adult corrections. 3(3-0) F,S

REC 210 Camp Counseling

Overview of the camping movement in America, the role of the counselor, and the personal development of the camper. 2(2-0) F,S

REC 211 Principles of Outdoor Recreation

An analysis of the history, nature, and importance of the outdoor recreation field. An overall view of outdoor recreation philosophy based on legislation, theory, geographic factors, land use, and open space factors. Field trips may be required. 3(3-0) F,S

REC 235 Adaptive Recreation Techniques Equipment

The identification of techniques associated with the utilization of adapted and modified recreational and personal aids, appliances, and equipment utilized in leisure pursuits by individuals with physical impairments. 1(1-0) F,S

REC 301 The Role of Animals in Recreation

In rural or urban, public or private settings, humans are attracted to domestic or wild animals as a recreation activity...keeping, observing, showing, breeding, harvesting, capturing, fighting, training, and riding. This is a seminar course that will offer the student an opportunity to make a critical survey of the "recreational role of animals" in society (for persons with or without disability) as well as its surrounding commercial recreation industry and technology. 1(1-0) F,S

REC 302 Ecotourism

Students will gain an appreciation for ecotourism as a recreation experience. The course will examine our local ecotourism resources and compare them to the international trends and issues related to ecotourism, models of tourism and recreation planning, and ecotourism, especially focusing on the issue of sustainability. Field trips required. 3(3-0) F,S

REC 303 Recreational Tourism Frontiers

This is a seminar course that will offer the student an opportunity to make a critical survey of current trends and issues (some controversial) in the field of recreational tourism. Recreational trends such as health, sport, festivals, gambling, genealogy/reunions, incentive travel, adventure, contests/shows/meetings, heritage/nostalgia, tourism for the disabled, nature, arts, farm/home visits and more...seem to be on the cusp of popularity. Students will examine practices, resources, delivery systems, ethics, career development issues, literature, and research. 2(2-0) D

REC 304 Community Recreation and Tourism

This course focuses on inventory, survey, assessment, and promotion of products/services of community recreation resources for visitors and residents. Students will learn how tourism is an important component of community recreation programming. 3(3-0) F

REC 305 Meeting Planning

This course presents concepts necessary for the meeting planner to successfully solicit/develop and manage conventions and special events, commonly participated in during leisure time. Techniques of delivery, planning, managing and assessing economic impact, as well as highlighting the role of the convention and visitors bureau as a catalyst for regional leisure economic development of business travel will be included. As an elective, this course is for students in recreation, communications, marketing, and other fields. Though the course makes reference to the hotel industry, it is taught from the perspective of the meeting planner. 1(1-0) F,S

REC 311 Outdoor/Adventure Education

The scope, methods, and importance of using the outdoors as a teaching tool for both individual and group education settings. Field trip(s) required. 3(3-0) F,S

REC 315 Introduction to Private/Commercial Recreation

Overview of the spectrum of private planning, delivery and assessment of goods and services in the private and commercial sector. 3(3-0) F,S

REC 320 Fundamentals of Tourism

Geographical and recreational elements of tourism and travel including social, economic, environmental and political factors. Career options will be identified. Students participate in tourism research projects. One field trip may be required. Team taught by Geography and Recreation, Sport, and Park Administration faculty. Identical with GRY 310. Cannot receive credit for both REC 320 and GRY 310. 3(3-0) S

REC 325 Leisure Education

This course is designed to identify and experientially implement the concept of leisure education and examine individual interview techniques, group process approaches, techniques, and strategies, and other appropriate materials facilitating the leisure education process. 3(3-0) F,S

REC 328 Statistical Applications in Recreation, Sport and Park Administration

Prerequisite: 30 hours and completion of General Education mathematics requirement. Introduction to statistical applications most commonly used in recreation, sport, and park administration services research; analysis, interpretation and presentation of data related to recreation, sport, and park administration services; particularly measures of central tendency and dispersion, elementary probability, probability distributions, sampling, standard error, interval estimation, and hypothesis testing. This course cannot be credited toward a degree if a student has passed any of the following: AGR 330, MTH 340, PSY 200, QBA 237, SOC 302. 3(3-0) F,S

REC 330 Leisure Research Applications

Prerequisite: REC 152 and REC 328. An overview of the purpose, basic procedures, research designs, and computer applications in leisure research. Familiarization with and interpretation of research literature in the field of recreation, sport, and park services. 3(3-0) F,S

REC 335 Recreation, Sport, and Park Administration Practicum

Prerequisite: REC 152 and REC 190 and REC 205; and permission of practicum instructor. A practical experience which the student can relate to classroom theory. Students are assigned to recreation, sport, and park administration agencies for exposure to structure, programming, and philosophy of the cooperating agency. Practicum experience must be a minimum of 100 hours. Students should report to the Recreation, Sport, and Park Administration office at least six (6) months prior to the semester the practicum is desired. May be repeated once for credit but each practicum must be in a different recreation, sport, and park administration agency. 3(0-6) F,S,Su

REC 390 Recreation Programming

Prerequisite: REC 152 and REC 190 and REC 205 and 60 credit hours. Students will examine various program areas and various approaches to program determination; development process for program planning, and gain experience in brochure and survey development. 3(3-0) F,S

REC 400 Therapeutic Recreation Foundations

Prerequisite: REC 205; and either KIN 250 or BMS 307 or concurrent enrollment. Acquaint students with history, philosophy, theories, principles, concepts, techniques, and skills in the provision of therapeutic recreation programs and services. 3(3-0) F

REC 401 Therapeutic Recreation Assessment Evaluation, Intervention Techniques and Modalities

Prerequisite: REC 400. Focuses on use of assessment, evaluation, and facilitation technique in the delivery of treatment program modalities commonly found in therapeutic recreation practice. 3(3-0) S

REC 405 Camp Administration

A study of the techniques and principles involved in the administration of modern camps. 3(3-0) F,S

REC 406 Promoting Leisure Services

Prerequisite: REC 152. To provide the Recreation, Sport, and Park Administration students with an emphasis in Recreation Management or Sport Administration with an overview of low-cost strategies of planning and executing promotion for non-profit, government and profit making leisure services. Emphasis will be made on working with non-profit organizations. 3(3-0) F,S

REC 410 Recreation Leadership Supervision

Prerequisite: REC 152 and REC 190 and REC 205 and 60 credit hours. A study of the processes, methods, and characteristics of leadership and supervision in the delivery of leisure services. 3(3-0) F,S

REC 411 Outdoor Pursuits

Prerequisite: permission of instructor. To acquaint the student with a variety of outdoor pursuit activities. Skill development, environmental values and impact considerations of outdoor experiences will be emphasized. Field trips and a weekend educational outing required. Supplemental course fee. 3(2-2) S

REC 415 Risk Management for Recreation, Sport, and Park Agencies

Prerequisite: 75 hours. This course is designed to look at the various risk management concepts, laws, and administrative practices that address the legal environment of recreation, sport, and park agencies within the scope of our legal culture. Our Constitution, legal liability related to safe environs, crowd control, transportation, employee rules and regulations, workplace risk, and the general management of risk situations and aspects will be the central core of this course. 3(3-0) F,S

REC 420 Trends and Issues in Therapeutic Recreation

Prerequisite: REC 401; and either KIN 252 or BMS 308 or concurrent enrollment. Designed to focus on contemporary issues, trends, practices, and professional literature, media resources, and research related to the delivery of therapeutic recreation services. 3(3-0) F

REC 422 Recreation Facility and Area Management

Prerequisite: admission to the Recreation, Sport, and Park Administration program (major or minor); and 90 hours; and REC 390. Elements of locating, planning, developing, maintaining, and financing various recreation facilities and areas management. Study of management principles and responsibilities applicable to leisure settings. 3(3-0) F,S

REC 423 Administration of Recreation, Sport, and Park Agencies

Prerequisite: admission to the Recreation, Sport, and Park Administration program (major or minor); and 90 hours; and REC 390. This course is usually taken with REC 422. Presentation of administrative principles of leisure oriented agencies. Specific approaches to financing, personnel budgets, facility operation, policy development, departmental structure, public relations, legal aspects, and evaluation procedures are presented. 3(3-0) F,S

REC 451 Outdoor Leadership

Prerequisite: permission of instructor. This course emphasizes experiential teaching/learning using the Wilderness Education Association curriculum under field conditions which builds upon the student's prior outdoor study and experience. The result is a practical group experience in the outdoors spent enjoyably and safely with minimum harm to the environment. This environmental stewardship course stresses leadership, decision making, low impact camping, sound expedition behavior and environmental ethics. Field trips will be required. May be repeated once. Supplemental course fee. 3(1-4) F,S,Su

REC 490 Orientation to Internship

Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Orientation to the internship experience, including the student application process, the agency application and contractual agreement, the expectations of the University, the responsibilities of the student and the agency, appropriate completion of logs, planned experiences, time summaries and assigned problems. Students planning to intern in the Spring semester must enroll in this course during the preceding Fall semester, and students planning to intern in the Summer or Fall semesters must enroll in this course during the preceding Spring semester. 1(1-0) F,S

REC 491 Recreation, Sport, and Park Administration Internship

Prerequisite: complete all other coursework (including General Education Program, major(s), minors(s), if applicable, and all general baccalaureate degree requirements); and cumulative Missouri State GPA of at least 2.20; and first-aid and CPR competency met and maintained current throughout internship; and permission of internship coordinator. Supervised field experience which provides the student with an opportunity to make the transition from the classroom to actual involvement in a leisure service agency. In addition to the 10 week (optional 15 week) involvement, students are required to (l) meet with the Recreation, Sport, and Park Administration internship coordinator during the preceding semester to secure an internship site and clarify internship responsibilities, and (2) complete a notebook during the internship. Credit will be based on the length of the internship period. 8 or 12, F,S,Su

REC 495 Seminar in Recreation, Sport, and Park Administration

Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Study of various recreation, sport, and park administration topics from contemporary and/or technical points of view. Students should check the current class schedule to determine the topic. May be repeated, provided the topic is different, to a maximum of 6 hours. 1-3 F,S,Su

REC 499 Special Problems

Prerequisite: permission of Recreation, Sport, and Park Administration Program Director. Directed reading or special investigation of a particular problem within the field of recreation, sport, and park administration and research projects under faculty supervision. May be repeated up to a maximum of 5 hours of credit. 1-5 F,S,Su

Respiratory Therapy Courses

RTH 111 Fundamentals of Respiratory Therapy I

Topics in medical terminology, function of the respiratory system including: ventilatory mechanisms, gas transport in the blood and regulation of ventilation. Medical gas delivery devices will be considered with classroom knowledge being used to develop skills in the clinical setting. 4 D

RTH 112 Fundamentals of Respiratory Therapy II

A continuation of fundamentals with major emphasis and topics of aerosols, humidity, equipment maintenance, IPPB therapy and asepsis techniques. 4 D

RTH 113 Fundamentals of Respiratory Therapy III

Ventilatory insufficiency and failure, mechanical ventilation, and chest physio-therapy. Skills and techniques are developed in the clinical setting. 4 D

RTH 311 Pulmonary Functions

Application of specialized diagnostic facilities including pulmonary function and blood gas analysis. Approach and application of fundamental skills are extended to primary intensive care facilities of the participating institution. 2 D

RTH 313 Clinical Application of Acid-Base Balance

Prerequisite: RTH 311. Acid-Base Homeostasis is related to clinical therapeutics. Topics include expired gas analysis, hemodynamics, biomedical instrumentation of biostatistical analysis. 3 D

RTH 350 Respiratory Therapy Pharmacology

Provides the student with the skills and knowledge for the safe usage of therapeutic drugs. An introduction to the general principles and mechanisms of drug actions, interactions, and toxicity of the use of therapeutic drugs. 2 D

RTH 352 Pathology and Chest Disease

Physio-pathology of respiratory disease states as they relate to normal structure. 2 D

RTH 360 Respiratory Therapy Practicum

Departmental responsibilities including principles and practices of planning, directing and evaluating a respiratory therapy department. 3 D

RTH 361 Respiratory Physiology

In-depth study and analysis of ventilation, the response to chemical and gaseous agents and manifestation and diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary disease. 2 D

RTH 370 Advanced Clinical Techniques

Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Selected topics in the use of biomedical electronic and health related equipment as applied to Respiratory Therapy. 4 D

RTH 371 Cardiovascular Physiology

A course describing detailed anatomy and physiology of the cardiovascular system. Topics included are: neurogenic and histogenic homeostasis, shock, disease processes and diagnostic testing. 3 D

RTH 380 Special Studies in Respiratory Therapy

Provides the student with the opportunity for advanced work in a specialty area on an individual basis. 4 D

RTH 381 Clinical Practicum in Respiratory Care

Supervised practical application of various respiratory care procedures performed in clinical settings. 3 D

RTH 382 Clinical Practicum in Respiratory Care

Prerequisite: RTH 381. Supervised practical application of various respiratory care procedures performed in clinical settings. 3 D

RTH 383 Clinical Practicum in Respiratory Care

Prerequisite: RTH 382. Continuation of RTH 382. 3 D