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SOCI 6387 - Seminar in Research Methods Cross-listed with CRIJ 6387 /POSC 6387 .
3 3 0
Nonparametrics; measurement; surveys, research design; scale construction; methodology. Course fee $3.
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SOCI 6388 - Statistics for Social and Criminological Research Same as CRIJ 6388 /POSC 6388 .
3 3 0
Prerequisite(s): undergraduate social statistics or equivalent. Statistical techniques most commonly used in social science research with emphasis on probability, estimation, hypothesis methods, sample techniques and use of SPSS.
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SOCI 6392 - Advanced Issues in Sociology and Social Policy
3 3 0
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1301. Social policy, applied research methods, issues in sociological theory, sociological foundations of organizational behavior, sociological foundations of administrative and welfare law, sociological perspectives of corrections or international sociological perspectives. May be repeated once for credit when subject matter varies.
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SOCI 6395 - Problems in General Sociology
3 0 0
Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor. Directed individual and group investigations of specific areas in sociology, including stratification, intergroup relations, socialization, social institutions and deviance. May be repeated once when topics vary for a maximum of six credit hours.
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SOCI 6396 - Readings in Sociology
3 0 0
Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor. Directed individual group readings and investigations in areas of sociology not otherwise covered in available courses. May be repeated once when topics vary for a maximum of six credit hours.
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Sports and Exercise Sciences |
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SES 6302 - Thesis
3 0 0
Prerequisite(s): . Must be repeated each subsequent semester except summer terms (unless a summer graduate) until the Dean of Graduate School has accepted the thesis.
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SES 6311 - Research Techniques
3 3 0
Prerequisite(s): Sports and Exercise Sciences majors only or consent of instructor. Critical analysis of the types of research with uses and purposes; library techniques; experience in writing, critiquing and solving problems; statistical tools available and uses with computer programs.
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SES 6321 - Sport Psychology
3 3 0
Intensive study of psychological dimensions of sports and fitness activities. Topics may include motives and constraints; adherence; arousal and performance; stress, distress and health; self-efficacy and self-concept; locus of control; attitude toward physical activity; personality and sport; and aggression and violence in sport.
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SES 6323 - Sport Marketing
3 3 0
Prerequisite(s): graduate standing. Overview of major marketing issues facing the sport industry. Focus on developing basic knowledge and understanding of sport marketing and sponsorship for professional and collegiate settings. Components include utilizing sponsorships, special events, fund-raising, public relations, promotions, and utilizing radio and television marketing.
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SES 6327 - Sociological Analysis of Sport
3 3 0
Prerequisite(s): Sports and Exercise Sciences majors only or consent of instructor. Examination of the sociological phenomena that contribute to sport in the United States and globally. Focus on societal issues such as inequality, commercialization and deviance in the world of sport. Explores the sociological impact of sport on the values of larger society.
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SES 6329 - Facility Operations and Event Management
3 3 0
Prerequisite(s): graduate standing. Foundation and understanding of the day-to-day operation of sport facilities and of event management planning and procedures. Focus on development, operation and financing of facilities. Examines risk management, feasibility studies, financial concepts and organizational theories related to event management.
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SES 6330 - Leadership in Sport Administration
3 3 0
Development of administrative and management skills related to leadership roles in sport administration. In addition the course will cover communication skills, strategic planning, influence, intuition, connection, empowerment, personnel management, risk management and other areas of special interest and concern in leadership.
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SES 6331 - Ethical Issues in Sport and Exercise Science
3 3 0
Prerequisite(s): Sports and Exercise Sciences majors only or consent of instructor. Focuses on ethical issues related to legislation, drug testing, and human resources management. Application of ethical theories to sport and exercise science operations and decision making.
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SES 6332 - Legal Aspects of Sport
3 3 0
A study of areas in law particularly relevant to sport. Specifically negligence law, contract law, and constitutional law as applied to sport with regard to historical and contemporary trends. Course is designed to provide students with opportunities for in-depth study to build appreciation of the legal aspects of sport.
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 SES 6341 - Advanced Exercise Physiology (HAZ)
3 2 2
Prerequisite(s): SES 3341 or equivalent. Review of acute and long-term effects of sport and exercise on various physiological systems. Course fee $25.
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SES 6344 - Sport and Exercise Biomechanics
3 3 0
Prerequisite(s): SES 4341 or consent of instructor. Mechanical and structural analysis of selected sport and exercise skills with focus on achieving maximum performance with reduced incidence or absence of participant injury. Course fee $10.
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SES 6351 - Trends/Issues in Sports and Exercise Sciences
3 3 0
Prerequisite(s): Sports and Exercise Sciences majors only or consent of instructor. Investigation and discussion of current issues in the fields of exercise and sport sciences, including problems and trends within public and private sectors at local, state or national levels.
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SES 6356 - Advanced Strength Training and Conditioning
3 3 0
Scientific principles, techniques for sports-specific strength/conditioning and research based investigation into the improvement of performance while minimizing the occurrence of injuries. Explores recent strength and conditioning trends pertaining to power development, functional fitness, health and physiological development of muscular strength using program development and evaluation and exercise supervision.
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SES 6392 - Special Topics
3 3 0
Exploration of an emerging, unique or special topic in sports and exercise sciences. May be repeated once for a maximum of six credit hours. Course fee $15.
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SES 6396 - Readings and Research in Sports and Exercise Sciences
3 0 0
In-depth readings and/or related research addressing a specialization in the sports and exercise domain. May be repeated once for a maximum of six credit hours.
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SES 6397 - Inquiry in Exercise Science
3 0 6
Prerequisite(s): SES 6311 , SES 6327 , SES 6331 and SES 6351 and consent of instructor. Students pursue an area of personal interest, develop a research question, investigate the topic, and present findings in both written and oral formats. Student’s research question should focus on a specific area of exercise science including exercise physiology, biomechanics and/or exercise psychology. Or, students may complete a professional experience and development through internship in student’s intended career path. Faculty approved experiences are evaluated by a graduate committee. Internship students complete an analysis portfolio and oral summary presentation.
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SES 6398 - Internship in Sport Management
3 0 6
Prerequisite(s): SES 6311 , SES 6327 , SES 6331 and SES 6351 and consent of instructor. Professional experience and development through internship in student’s intended career path. Faculty approved positions and experiences in educational institutions, professional, intercollegiate and high school sports, health and fitness clubs, sport facilities, sport marketing firms and other sport entities. Directed and evaluated by a graduate committee. Students complete an analysis portfolio and oral summary presentation.
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SES 6399 - Practicum
3 0 0
Prerequisite(s): student must submit a formal practicum proposal. Fieldwork consisting of research, leadership and/or management in the sport and exercise domain. Students will be required to accomplish research and/or writing assignments appropriate to the experience. May be repeated once for a maximum of six credit hours. Course fee $30.
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