2015-2016 Undergraduate Course Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
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David B. Falk College of Sport and Human Dynamics
Human Services and Health Professions
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HSH 101 - First-Year Gateway David B. Falk College of Sport and Human Dynamics
1 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Academic and psycho-social tasks associated with successful transition to college and the first-year experience. Focus on assisting students in acquiring academic, personal, and interpersonal knowledge and skills necessary for college success.
Child and Family Studies
Child and Family Studies
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CFS 201 - Family Development Child and Family Studies
3 credit(s) Every semester
Theoretical and functional approach to marital and family life with a developmental perspective. Issues related to marital and parental careers.
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CFS 202 - Development of Children and Youth Child and Family Studies
3 credit(s) Every semester
Principles and patterns of child and youth development. Influence of biological and experiential factors. Extra-familial and intra-familial relationships as they influence child and youth development. Fieldwork or equivalent required.
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CFS 204 - Applied Research Methods in Child and Family Studies Child and Family Studies
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Critical evaluation of research studies, development of basic skills for conducting research and application of research knowledge and skills in practical settings.
PREREQ: CFS 201 AND CFS 202 AND (MAT 121 OR MAT 221 )
COREQ: MAT 122 OR MAT 222 OR MAX 201 OR PSY 252 OR SWK 361
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CFS 255 - Interpersonal Competence Child and Family Studies
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Interpersonal problem-solving skills. Helping theories appropriate to human development settings. Skills and behaviors that apply theory to practice setting.
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CFS 270 - Experience Credit Child and Family Studies
1-6 credit(s) Every semester
Participation in a discipline- or subject-related experience. Students must be evaluated by written or oral reports or an examination. Limited to those in good academic standing.
Repeatable
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CFS 290 - Independent Study Child and Family Studies
1-6 credit(s) Every semester
In-depth exploration of a problem or problems. Individual independent study upon a plan submitted by the student. Admission by consent of supervising instructor or instructors and the department.
Repeatable
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CFS 300 - Selected Topics Child and Family Studies
1-6 credit(s)
Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
Repeatable
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CFS 325 - Children and Families in Health Care Settings Child and Family Studies
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Basic child life theory and practice focused on improving healthcare experiences for children and families by providing play, preparation and education programs in pediatric settings.
PREREQ: CFS 202
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CFS 326 - Developmental Perspectives in Medical Language Child and Family Studies
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Understanding of developmentally supportive approaches to healthcare communication within the context of illness, injury and hospitalization. Introduction to medical terms related to body systems/disorders, with emphasis on developmentally appropriate medical language and communication in pediatrics.
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CFS 327 - Human Development and Sport Child and Family Studies
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Examines the dynamics of social change and human well-being in the context of sport in promoting positive youth development. Personal, social, and cultural development through sport-based programs and initiatives are explored.
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CFS 331 - Play, Childhood Development and Early Education Child and Family Studies
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Importance of play for children’s overall development; the roles of parents and teachers in supporting children’s play from infancy through early school age; enriching classroom play; diversity and special needs considerations.
PREREQ: CFS 202
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CFS 335 - Issues and Perspectives in Early Childhood Education Child and Family Studies
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Major approaches, theoretical rationale, research bases, and policy issues related to child care and educational models.
COREQ: CFS 202
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CFS 345 - The Developing Infant Child and Family Studies
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Double Numbered with: CFS 645
Pregnancy and neonatal and child development from birth to three years. Theory and research findings: biological, psychological, and family. Systematic observations of infants. Additional work required of graduate students.
PREREQ: CFS 202
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CFS 355 - Children’s Learning and Thinking in Culture, Contexts and Application Child and Family Studies
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Understand how children’s learning and thinking develops from infancy to childhood, and how different settings and environmental interactions influence applications of the learning theories across diverse contexts and cultures.
PREREQ: CFS 202 OR PSY 205
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CFS 358 - Prosocial & Moral Dvlpmnt Child and Family Studies
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Theories and research on familial, societal, and cultural variables related to pro-social and moral development in infants and young children. Child observation required.
PREREQ: CFS 202
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CFS 363 - Intro to Gerontology Child and Family Studies
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Multidisciplinary overview of phenomenon of human aging. Interrelationships of age-related changes and the contemporary status of older people.
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CFS 365 - Language Development in Children & Families Child and Family Studies
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Double Numbered with: CFS 665
Psycholinguistic theories and child language research.-Social class, cultural, familial, and dialectical influences. Language enrichment programs and assessments. Systematic observations of child language required. Additional work required of graduate students.
PREREQ: CFS 202
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CFS 367 - Child and Family in Cross-Cultural Perspectives Child and Family Studies
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Introduction to field methods, the study of childhood, sex roles, and family in cross-cultural perspectives.
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CFS 371 - Latino Families and Children in the United States Child and Family Studies
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Course explores some of the issues relevant to the understanding of Latino families and their children in the United States.
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CFS 377 - Children/Black Families Child and Family Studies
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Differences and similarities in environmental influences, parenting styles, cognitive development, and expectations and responsibilities of children within the black family.
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CFS 382 - Immigrant Families and Children Child and Family Studies
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Family functioning in immigrant families in the United States. Psycho-social adjustment, physical health and well-being, economic conditions, employment patterns, parent-child relationships, schooling, identity, and community relations.
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CFS 387 - Int Rel & Gender Roles Child and Family Studies
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Overview of marriage and the couple relationship in contemporary society. Relationship development, maintenance, and termination; conflict resolution skills; ethnic/ racial and cultural variations; and issues related to gender.
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CFS 388 - Human Sexuality Child and Family Studies
3 credit(s) Every semester
Broad areas of human sexuality: the developmental and social aspects of sexuality as developed within the individual and within relationships; multicultural and multiethnic aspects of human sexuality; and those aspects of sexual behavior which represent alternatives to conventional behavior.
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CFS 389 - Leading Human Sexuality Discussion Groups Child and Family Studies
3 credit(s) Every semester
Preparing students to effectively lead discussion groups on human sexuality and relationships with peers.
PREREQ: CFS 388
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CFS 395 - Seminar: Family and Child Intervention Child and Family Studies
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Opportunities for upper-division students to apply their knowledge bases to economic, political, and social issues that impinge on how children and families can be expected to function in the larger society.
PREREQ: CFS 201 OR CFS 202
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CFS 400 - Selected Topics Child and Family Studies
1-6 credit(s) Irregularly
Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
Repeatable
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CFS 422 - Work and Family in the 21st Century Child and Family Studies
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Crosslisted with: SOC 422 , WGS 422
Examines the social, demographic, and economic forces that are reshaping the boundaries between family and work.
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CFS 423 - Death, Dying & Loss: Child and Family Perspectives Child and Family Studies
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Systematic understanding of developmental and conceptual framework surrounding children and youths understanding of illness, dying and death. Concepts of bereavement, grief and loss will be examined in the context of child and family development.
PREREQ: CFS 201 AND CFS 202
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CFS 425 - Lust, Love and Relationships Child and Family Studies
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
The intricate dynamics of relationships ranging from “for what and why” individuals are attracted to each other to “why and how” individuals become embroiled in seemingly irresolvable conflict across a variety of social contexts.
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CFS 430 - Intervention Models for Infants and Preschoolers Child and Family Studies
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Theory and application of models of assessment and intervention focusing on promoting positive outcomes in the areas of growth, development, health, attachment and adjustment.
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CFS 432 - Foundations and Principles of Early Childhood Education Child and Family Studies
3 credit(s) Every semester
Includes practicum in preschool setting. Developmentally appropriate and integrated learning experiences.
PREREQ: CFS 202
COREQ: CFS 335
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CFS 433 - Child Practicum Child and Family Studies
3 credit(s) Every semester
Seminar and supervised internship in diverse educational and social agencies that serve the needs of children and their families. Applying theory to practice, learning to work within agencies, and identifying career goals.
PREREQ: CFS 432
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CFS 447 - Principles and Practices in Parenting Child and Family Studies
3 credit(s) Irregularly
In-depth examination of major perspective and research on parenting practices and parent-child relationships.
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CFS 448 - Contemp Amer Famly&Commn Child and Family Studies
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Subsystems of a community. How community resources affect family systems, residential patterns, and other factors with regard to social, geographic and economic mobility.
PREREQ: CFS 201
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CFS 452 - Mindfulness in Children and Youth Child and Family Studies
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Double Numbered with: CFS 652
Importance of mindfulness for optimal development in children and youth; school- and community-based interventions that target mindfulness; mindful parenting. Additional work required of graduate students.
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CFS 470 - Experience Credit Child and Family Studies
1-6 credit(s) Every semester
Participation in a discipline- or subject-related experience. Students must be evaluated by written or oral reports or an examination. Limited to those in good academic standing.
Repeatable
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CFS 479 - Power, Conflict, Violence, and the Family Child and Family Studies
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Crosslisted with: WGS 479
Introduction to power and conflict in intimate and familial relations. Neglect, abuse, molestation, rape, battering, and violence.
PREREQ: CFS 201
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CFS 486 - Family Life Education Child and Family Studies
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Double Numbered with: CFS 686
The course is intended to prepare students for the role of family life professionals and educators. Students will learn to apply their knowledge of family theories and other relevant theoretical perspectives to real life settings. Additional work required of graduate students.
PREREQ: CFS 201 AND CFS 202
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CFS 487 - Critical Incidents in Family Development Child and Family Studies
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Impact of various crises upon the family system: mental and physical health, intellectual disability, alcoholism, death, marital discord, unemployment, etc. Opportunity for investigation of areas of special interest.
PREREQ: CFS 201
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CFS 490 - Independent Study Child and Family Studies
1-6 credit(s) Every semester
In-depth exploration of a problem or problems. Individual independent study upon a plan submitted by the student. Admission by consent of supervising instructor or instructors and the department.
Repeatable
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CFS 493 - Youth and Family Practicum Child and Family Studies
3 credit(s) Every semester
Seminar and supervised internship in the community designed to apply theory to practice by developing skills in working with children, youth and families, learning to work within an organization, and identifying career goals.
PREREQ: CFS 201 AND CFS 202
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CFS 494 - Youth and Family Practicum II Child and Family Studies
3 credit(s) Every semester
Seminar and supervised internship designed to promote the professional development of human service workers and to identify and implement evidence-based practices with clients in a community setting.
PREREQ: CFS 493
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CFS 499 - Honors Capstone Project Child and Family Studies
1-3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Completion of an Honors Capstone Project under the supervision of a faculty member.
Repeatable 2 time(s), 3 credits maximum
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CFS 534 - Practcm/Early Chldhood Ed Child and Family Studies
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Planning and implementing curriculum for prekindergarten or kindergarten children. Fieldwork and seminar.
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CFS 535 - Quality Infant Care Giving Child and Family Studies
2-3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Crosslisted with: EDU 535
Workshop. Research theories and demonstrations of infant/toddler care, development, and assessment; group care, legal and budgeting issues, and work with parents.
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CFS 557 - Sep & Div:Impct/Chld&Fam Child and Family Studies
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Social and psychological issues, theories, and research.
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CFS 577 - Urban Families Strengths and Challenges Child and Family Studies
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Theoretical and empirical research on the challenges and opportunities for children and families living in urban settings. Issues of urban housing, family-community partnerships, crime, and criminal processing, health, urban diversity, and social science policies.
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CFS 597 - Early Childhood Program Administration Child and Family Studies
3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Prepares students to administer, coordinate, promote, consult, and assist in the start-up and development of early childhood program services.
Public Health, Food Studies and Nutrition
Nutrition Science and Dietetics
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NSD 490 - Independent Study Public Health, Food Studies and Nutrition
1-6 credit(s) Every semester
Exploration of a problem, or problems, in depth. Individual independent study upon a plan submitted by the student. Admission by consent of supervising instructor(s) and the department.
Repeatable
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NSD 497 - Research Experience Public Health, Food Studies and Nutrition
1-3 credit(s) Irregularly
Laboratory, clinical, or community-based research under direct supervision of NSD department faculty. Projects incorporate use of scientific methods, (quantitative and qualitative), data analysis, presentation and interpretation, and the responsibilities of research integrity.
Repeatable 5 time(s), 6 credits maximum
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NSD 499 - Honors Capstone Project Public Health, Food Studies and Nutrition
1-3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Completion of an Honors Capstone Project under the supervision of a faculty member.
Repeatable 2 time(s), 3 credits maximum
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NSD 500 - Selected Topics Public Health, Food Studies and Nutrition
1-6 credit(s) Irregularly
Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
Repeatable
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NSD 505 - Nutritional Biochemistry Overview Public Health, Food Studies and Nutrition
1 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Brief overview of structure/function of atoms and molecules of biological importance. Structure/function of proteins, carbohydrates and lipids in the complex biological environment. Introduction to metabolic pathways involved in utilization of energy nutrients.
PREREQ: CHE 106
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NSD 511 - Nutrition Education Public Health, Food Studies and Nutrition
3 credit(s) Every semester
A theoretical basis for nutrition education and opportunity to develop skills for a wide variety of individuals.
PREREQ: NSD 225 AND NSD 342
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NSD 512 - Nutrition Counseling Public Health, Food Studies and Nutrition
3 credit(s) Every semester
A theoretical basis for counseling related to nutrition and increased opportunities to develop nutrition counseling skills for a wide variety of individuals.
PREREQ: NSD 225 AND NSD 342 AND NSD 511
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NSD 513 - Nutrition Education Experience Public Health, Food Studies and Nutrition
1 credit(s) Every semester
Prepare, disseminate and evaluate nutrition education curriculum for peer or other audiences. Provide nutrition education on campus and in the community through table events, group presentations, and media campaigns.
PREREQ: NSD 511
Repeatable 4 time(s), 5 credits maximum
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NSD 515 - Physical Assessment and Multiskilling for Dietitians Public Health, Food Studies and Nutrition
1 credit(s) Every semester
Practice and skill validation in basic cardiovascular, respiratory, abdominal, muscular, and integumentary assessment. Diabetes and enteral feeding management.
COREQ: NSD 481 OR NSD 681
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NSD 555 - Food, Culture and Environment Public Health, Food Studies and Nutrition
3 credit(s) Every semester
Crosslisted with: WGS 555
Understand the environment in which nutrition education and communication occur. The broader environment includes cultural diversity, the food system from farm to table, as well as functionality of food components.
PREREQ: NSD 115 AND NSD 225
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School of Social Work
Social Work
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SWK 115 - Introduction to Social Work School of Social Work
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Roles social workers assume in professional practice; social context within which practice occurs; major fields of practice; field trips to local agencies.
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SWK 201 - Social Work Practice Skills Laboratory I School of Social Work
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Laboratory exercises to develop basic social work skills with individuals, families, and groups. Relevant practice contexts and theoretical background provided for the exercises.
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SWK 202 - Social Work Practice Skills Laboratory II School of Social Work
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Laboratory exercises to develop basic social work skills with agencies, organizations, and communities. Relevant practice contexts and theoretical background provided for the exercises.
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SWK 301 - Foundations of Social Work Practice School of Social Work
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Experiential education using classroom instruction and community practice to integrate theory, skill development and practice experience. Establish competency in beginning generalist practice behaviors. Social Work majors only.
PREREQ: SWK 201 AND SWK 202
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SWK 314 - Social Welfare Policy and Services I School of Social Work
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Historical and contemporary social welfare policy and programs. Influence of social, political, and economic forces. Implications of prejudice and discrimination. Poverty and income maintenance alternatives.
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SWK 315 - Social Welfare Policy and Services II School of Social Work
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Structure and organization of public and voluntary income maintenance, health, mental health service delivery system. Cultural, racial, ethnic, gender diversity. Policy analysis frameworks. Social work roles, values.
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SWK 326 - Persons in Social Context School of Social Work
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Crosslisted with: WGS 326
Assessment of behavior of diverse individuals, groups, and social systems. Applying concepts from the biological, behavioral, and social sciences in identifying and understanding forms and causes of behavior.
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SWK 328 - Human Diversity in Social Contexts School of Social Work
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Crosslisted with: WGS 328
Diversity, including race, gender, sexual orientation and selected topics. Examines individual, group, and institutional identity formation. Theories of biopsychosocial development, reference group affiliation, social stratification, oppression, and institutional discrimination. Implications for social work practice.
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SWK 357 - Processes of Aging School of Social Work
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Double Numbered with: SWK 657
Intrinsic aging processes, changing needs, and characteristics of aging populations, and the impact of age related forces in American society, with special attention to aged groups disadvantaged by virtue of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, disability, and poverty. Additional work required of graduate students.
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SWK 361 - Foundations of Social Work Research School of Social Work
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Research methods including problem formulation, measurement, sampling, research design, data collection and analysis, and report preparation. Application of research methods to critical analysis of research reports and to issues associated with evaluation of social work practice.
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SWK 400 - Selected Topics School of Social Work
1-6 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
Repeatable
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SWK 401 - Strategies of Social Work Intervention I School of Social Work
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Preparation for beginning social work interventions. Theories of practice and rehearsal of problem solving and communication skills with individuals, families, and groups in client, target, and action systems. Concurrent field placement.
PREREQ: SWK 301 AND (SWK 326 OR WGS 326 ) AND (SWK 328 OR WGS 328 )
COREQ: SWK 435 AND SWK 436
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SWK 402 - Strategies of Social Work Intervention II School of Social Work
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Design, implementation, and evaluation of intervention strategies in social work practice. Intervention with individuals, families, and groups in the context of agencies, organizations and communities. Concurrent field practicum.
PREREQ: SWK 401 AND (SWK 326 OR WGS 326 ) AND (SWK 328 OR WGS 328 )
COREQ: SWK 445 AND SWK 446
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SWK 435 - Field Practicum I School of Social Work
5 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Field practice experience in a selected social service agency setting to apply and integrate skill, cognitive, and affective learning within a formalized service system.
COREQ: SWK 401 AND SWK 436
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SWK 436 - Field Seminar I School of Social Work
1 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Integration of theory and practice through cognitive examination of students actual field experience associated with SWK 435 .
COREQ: SWK 401 AND SWK 435
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SWK 437 - LGBTQ Health and Well Being School of Social Work
3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Crosslisted with: HTW 437 , QSX 437
Application of concepts from an ecological framework to understand the micro, mezzo, macro, and social forces that impact the health and well-being of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer populations.
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SWK 445 - Field Practicum II School of Social Work
5 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Field practice experience in selected social service setting to apply and integrate skill, cognitive and affective learning within a formalized service system.
PREREQ: SWK 401 AND SWK 435 AND SWK 436
COREQ: SWK 402 AND SWK 446
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SWK 446 - Field Seminar II School of Social Work
1 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Integration of theory and practice through cognitive examination of student’s actual field experiences associated with SWK 445.
PREREQ: SWK 401 AND SWK 435 AND SWK 436
COREQ: SWK 402 AND SWK 445
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SWK 450 - Topics in Gerontology School of Social Work
1-6 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Modules focused on current issues, developments, and methods in gerontological social work. Emerging developments in theory, legislation, programming, and priorities among selected aging populations. Topics vary each semester.
Repeatable
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SWK 458 - Practice and Policy in Adult Corrections School of Social Work
3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Double Numbered with: SWK 658
Overview of adult corrections. Criminal justice policies related to ethnicity, poverty, gender. Substance use, health and disability, and violence are explored within the context of correctional setting and offender populations. Applications to social work practice.
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SWK 470 - Experience Credit School of Social Work
1-6 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Participation in a discipline or subject related experience. Student must be evaluated by written or oral reports or an examination. Permission in advance with the consent of the department chairperson, instructor, and dean. Limited to those in good academic standing.
Repeatable
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SWK 482 - Introduction to Equine Assisted Activities and Therapies School of Social Work
3 credit(s) Only during the summer
Double Numbered with: SWK 682
Therapeutic use of horses with children and adults experiencing various physical, cognitive, and emotional challenges; nature of horses in healing; research on EAAT. Classroom instruction and experiential learning onsite with an established therapeutic horsemanship program. Additional work required of graduate Students.
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SWK 490 - Independent Study School of Social Work
1-6 credit(s) Every semester
In-depth exploration of a problem or problems. Individual independent study based on a plan submitted by the student. Admission by consent of supervising instructor or instructors and the department.
Repeatable
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SWK 499 - Honors Capstone Project School of Social Work
1-3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Completion of an Honors Capstone Project under the supervision of a faculty member.
Repeatable 2 time(s), 3 credits maximum
Sport Management
Sport Management
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SPM 101 - Personal and Social Responsibility Sport Management
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Designed to assist students in coping with the transition and challenges of college, athletic life, and beyond. The course will promote students’ ownership of their academic, athletic, personal and social responsibility.
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SPM 199 - The Super Bowl: Sport, Culture and Entertainment Sport Management
3 credit(s) Irregularly
The evolution and strategic brilliance that has allowed a football game to become a social phenomena with international audiences, business impact, and cultural implications.
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SPM 200 - Selected Topics in Sport Management Sport Management
1-6 credit(s) Irregularly
Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
Repeatable
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SPM 201 - Professional Development in Sport Management Sport Management
1 credit(s) Every semester
Using a blend of theory, skill development, and practical application, students will gain the knowledge and ability to successfully prepare for the Senior Capstone Experience
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SPM 205 - Principles and Contemporary Issues in Sport Management Sport Management
3 credit(s) Every semester
Overview of the sport industry through examination of problems and issues faced by contemporary sport managers. Unique characteristics of sport and resulting social and ethical responsibilities of sport managers are discussed using case study method.
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SPM 215 - Principles of Sales in Sport Sport Management
3 credit(s) Every semester
Sales promotions and management principles required for successful selling in the sport industry. Topics include identification of product segments and markets for ticket sales, promotions, sponsorship, and merchandise.
PREREQ: SPM 205
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SPM 219 - Catering Sport Management
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Planning, organizing, pricing and contracting for special events in off and on premise situations. Menu development and sanitation, staffing, equipment requirements and constraints. Practical application through catered functions throughout the semester.
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SPM 224 - Introduction to Sport Event Management Sport Management
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Students will gain knowledge of the principles and procedures for planning, managing, and implementing a variety of sporting events through an examination of: promotions, marketing, ticketing, hiring, event logistics, risk management, volunteer management, budgeting, and contracts.
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SPM 225 - Managing the Sport Organization Sport Management
3 credit(s) Every semester
Application of management concept and theories to sport organizations and the sport industry. Includes issues of leadership, ethics, organizational design, strategic planning, labor relations, diversity, globalization, and organizational changes.
PREREQ: SPM 205
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SPM 270 - Experience Credit Sport Management
1-6 credit(s) Every semester
Participation in a discipline- or subject-related experience. Students must be evaluated by written or oral reports or an examination. Permission in advance with the consent of the department chairperson, instructor, and dean. Limited to those in good academic standing.
Repeatable
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SPM 290 - Independent Study Sport Management
1-6 credit(s) Every semester
In-depth exploration of a problem or problems. Individual independent study based on a plan submitted by the student. Permission in advance with the consent of the department chairperson, instructor, and dean. Limited
to those in good academic standing.
Repeatable
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SPM 295 - Research Methodology Sport Management
3 credit(s) Every semester
Introduction to the basic elements of sport research with an emphasis on APA writing style.
PREREQ: SPM 205 AND WRT 105
COREQ: MAT 221
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SPM 300 - Selected Topics Sport Management
1-6 credit(s) Irregularly
Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
Repeatable
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SPM 305 - Principles of Sport Hospitality Management Sport Management
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Hospitality industry as it relates to Sport Management. Examines the lodging, food and beverage, and travel/transportation logistics for sport participants and spectators.
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SPM 309 - Sports Arena Management Sport Management
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Discussion of growth of spectator sports; construction of arenas, stadiums, coliseums and convention centers; the complexities of managing facilities, products, services, labor, security and special events.
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SPM 315 - Sport Finance Sport Management
3 credit(s) Every semester
Analysis of the relationship between finance and the sport industry. Focuses on the financial and economic aspects of sport organizations and on current financial issues relating to professional, collegiate, and Olympic-level sport.
PREREQ: SPM 205
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SPM 316 - Sport Data Analytics Sport Management
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Analyzing and interpreting sport data through analytical procedures. Current advanced statistics will be introduced, discussed, and computed across a variety of professional and college sports.
PREREQ: MAT 183 AND 221
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SPM 324 - Sport Event Sponsorship Sport Management
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Overview of all elements of sport event sponsorships, including rationale, benefits, proposal development, and solicitations. Students will have the opportunity to apply theoretical concepts through proposal writing and solicitation of sponsorships to an existing sport event.
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SPM 325 - Sport Communications Sport Management
3 credit(s) Every semester
Role of communications in management, news release writing, working with and utilizing the various forms of media, the expanding use of the Internet in sport communications, crisis management, pitching stories, interviews, and ethical issues.
PREREQ: SPM 205
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SPM 334 - Sport Event Promotion Sport Management
3 credit(s) Irregularly
An overview of promotional principles used in marketing sport events with a focus on strategies of promotional campaigns, public relations, as well as promotional theory. Students will apply theoretical concepts to a promotional campaign for an existing sport event.
PREREQ: SPM 205
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SPM 335 - Sport Venue, Beverage, Catering and Food Management Sport Management
3 credit(s) Irregularly
An overview of food, beverage, and catering operations in a variety of sport events; crucial business aspects of catering operations in sport venues; instruction includes site visits.
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SPM 340 - Sports, Media and Society Sport Management
3 credit(s) Irregularly
The relationship between sport, media and the broader society. Students will explore the interrelationship of the principal mediums, gender, race, identity, sport and the society at-large.
PREREQ: SPM 205
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SPM 345 - Technology in Sport Management Sport Management
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
A survey of communication and management technologies in the sport industry. Includes topics of information management, ticketing systems, scoreboard and video-board management, web and graphic design, publication layout and design, statistics management, and facilities operations.
PREREQ: SPM 205
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SPM 346 - Sport in American Society Sport Management
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
This course will study the impact of sport on American society, and how our culture has influenced the development of sports, governing bodies, teams and leagues. This course puts today’s sports landscape into historical perspective.
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SPM 350 - Sports Ticket Sales Sport Management
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Double Numbered with: SPM 650
Sports ticket sales process and best practices. Simulated ticket sales environments, application of sales practices and connecting with industry sales professionals. Additional work required of graduate students.
PREREQ: SPM 215
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SPM 356 - Olympic Sport Management Sport Management
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Ancient and Modern Olympic Games’ influence on contemporary sport. Business and competitive athletic aspects in the history of Modern Games. Influences of and organization of International Olympic Committee, National Olympic Committees, and International Sports Federations.
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SPM 357 - Olympic Odyssey Sport Management
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
The Olympic movement from Ancient Games to modern Olympics is studied by visiting sites rich in international sport history. Governance, economics, culture and history of Olympic sport is examined in major Olympic cities throughoutEurope.
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SPM 358 - Sport Management LA Immersion Sport Management
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Differentiates governance structure among multiple professional sports and distinguishes organizational management strategies among sports media, event planning, marketing, athlete representation, facilities management and professional and intercollegiate teams. Intensive spring break travel and field study course.
PREREQ: SPM 205
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SPM 381 - International Sports Relations Sport Management
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Through case studies, this course will examine sport’s power as a tool in the domestic and international political arenas. Students will learn how sport can smother dissent, promote hyper-nationalism, protest injustice, and inspire better relations.
PREREQ: SPM 205
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SPM 395 - Psycho-Social Issues of Sport Sport Management
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
An in-depth analysis of the psychosocial aspects of sport. Varied psychological and sociological topics as they relate to sport/exercise participation, performance, and enjoyment.
PREREQ: SPM 205
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SPM 415 - Sport Law Sport Management
3 credit(s) Every semester
Introduction and application of law to the sports industry. Legal concepts covered are agency, contract, labor, antitrust, tort, and criminal laws. Special focus on contemporary issues in sports including diversity, Title IX, drugs, and disabilities.
PREREQ: SPM 205
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SPM 444 - Sports Marketing Management Sport Management
3 credit(s) Every semester
Analytical examination of the sport industry from the strategic marketing perspective of the organizations involved. Emphasizing writing and proposal design.
PREREQ: SPM 205
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SPM 455 - Senior Sport Management Capstone Sport Management
12 credit(s) Every semester
Supervised professional work experience in the sport industry through positions in professional and intercollegiate sports, arenas, sport marketing and management firms, and other sport entities. Analysis paper and oral presentation required.
PREREQ: SPM 201 AND SENIOR STANDING
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SPM 470 - Experience Credit Sport Management
1-6 credit(s) Every semester
Participation in a discipline- or subject-related experience. Students must be evaluated by written or oral reports or an examination. Permission in advance with the consent of the department chairperson, instructor and dean. Limited to those in good academic standing.
Repeatable
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SPM 490 - Independent Study Sport Management
1-6 credit(s) Every semester
In-depth exploration of a problem or problems. Individual independent study based on a plan submitted by the student. Permission in advance with the consent of the department chairperson, instructor and dean. Limited to those in good academic standing.
Repeatable
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SPM 499 - Honors Capstone Project Sport Management
1-3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Completion of an Honors Capstone Project under the supervision of a faculty member.
PREREQ: SPM 201
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