2001-2003 Catalog - University of Arkansas at Monticello
2001-2003 Catalog - University of Arkansas at Monticello
2001-2003 Catalog - University of Arkansas at Monticello
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142<br />
<strong>Arkansas</strong>-<strong>Monticello</strong><br />
Course Descriptions<br />
ESCI 222V Field Geology<br />
Variable credit<br />
NOTE: May be repe<strong>at</strong>ed for a maximum <strong>of</strong> 3 hours credit.<br />
Introduction to the methods <strong>of</strong> field investig<strong>at</strong>ion and<br />
interpret<strong>at</strong>ion <strong>of</strong> geological fe<strong>at</strong>ures. The purpose and<br />
scope <strong>of</strong> the course will vary from trip to trip.<br />
ESCI 3473 Earth Resources<br />
3 credits: 3 hours lecture<br />
Prerequisite: ESCI 1063<br />
Origin, classific<strong>at</strong>ion, and distribution <strong>of</strong> the Earth’s<br />
economic minerals, rocks, w<strong>at</strong>er, and fossil fuels.<br />
ESCI 3493 Environmental Science<br />
3 credits: 3 hours lecture<br />
Prerequisite: 3 hours <strong>of</strong> biology or earth science<br />
NOTE: Same as BIOL 3493<br />
A survey <strong>of</strong> the environment to provide an understanding<br />
<strong>of</strong> and respect for the ecosystems upon which the<br />
human species is dependent. Fall <strong>of</strong>fering in evennumbered<br />
years.<br />
ESCI 358V N<strong>at</strong>ural History<br />
Variable credit<br />
Prerequisite: 3 hours biology or earth science<br />
NOTE: May be taken for a maximum <strong>of</strong> 3 hours credit.<br />
Same as BIOL 358V, FOR 358V, and WLF 358V.<br />
A field course in geology and biology <strong>of</strong> n<strong>at</strong>ural<br />
ecosystems, consisting <strong>of</strong> travel, study, and/or research in<br />
unique n<strong>at</strong>ural areas <strong>of</strong> North America.<br />
EXSC Courses<br />
(Exercise Science)<br />
EXSC 1012 Concepts <strong>of</strong> Fitness<br />
2 credits: 1 hour lecture, 1 hour labor<strong>at</strong>ory<br />
This course is designed to develop understanding in the<br />
conceptual knowledge <strong>of</strong> health and fitness in the<br />
development and maintenance <strong>of</strong> human wellness<br />
through theory and labor<strong>at</strong>ory applic<strong>at</strong>ion.<br />
EXSC 2151 Methods <strong>of</strong> Teaching W<strong>at</strong>er Exercise and<br />
Aerobic Dance<br />
1 credit: 1 hour lecture, 1 hour labor<strong>at</strong>ory<br />
This course will give an overview <strong>of</strong> methods <strong>of</strong> teaching<br />
w<strong>at</strong>er exercise for special popul<strong>at</strong>ions such as those with<br />
arthritis, orthopedic impairment, obesity, heart disease,<br />
and circul<strong>at</strong>ory impairment as well as healthy<br />
popul<strong>at</strong>ions who use w<strong>at</strong>er exercise for fitness. This<br />
would include both swimming and non-swimming<br />
activities. The aerobic dance portion <strong>of</strong> the class will<br />
involve aerobic dance teacher certific<strong>at</strong>ion.<br />
EXSC 2163 Sport Entrepreneurship<br />
3 credits: 3 hours lecture<br />
An emphasis for such careers as fitness directors, <strong>at</strong>hletic<br />
administr<strong>at</strong>ors, and sports and fitness facility directors<br />
will be included in this course. Students will gain insight<br />
into the oper<strong>at</strong>ions and financial processes <strong>of</strong> sport and<br />
fitness programs <strong>at</strong> various levels.<br />
EXSC 2173 Health Psychology<br />
3 credits: 3 hours lecture<br />
This course will cover the found<strong>at</strong>ions <strong>of</strong> health<br />
psychology to include stress, pain, coping, behavior <strong>of</strong><br />
chronic disease, and future challenges.<br />
EXSC 3311 PACE Certific<strong>at</strong>ion<br />
1 credit: 2 hours labor<strong>at</strong>ory<br />
The student will learn proper procedure for teaching<br />
exercise to persons with arthritis.<br />
EXSC 3323 Strength and Conditioning<br />
3 credits: 3 hours lecture/labor<strong>at</strong>ory<br />
This course will teach principles <strong>of</strong> strength, flexibility,<br />
agility, speed and endurance training and practical<br />
applic<strong>at</strong>ion <strong>of</strong> these in prepar<strong>at</strong>ion for certific<strong>at</strong>ion.<br />
EXSC 4503 Exercise Prescription<br />
3 credits: 3 hours lecture<br />
This course will give students the knowledge <strong>of</strong> how to<br />
prescribe and administer fitness exercise for normal<br />
popul<strong>at</strong>ions and special popul<strong>at</strong>ions such as those who<br />
are diabetic, arthritic, obese, have orthopedic impairment<br />
or neurological impairment or who are in cardiac<br />
rehabilit<strong>at</strong>ion.<br />
EXSC 4513 Exercise Certific<strong>at</strong>ion Prepar<strong>at</strong>ion<br />
3 credits: 3 hours lecture<br />
Prepares students to take Aerobic Dance Certific<strong>at</strong>ion,<br />
Strength Coach Certific<strong>at</strong>ion, and Personal Trainer<br />
Certific<strong>at</strong>ion.<br />
EXSC 4623 Community Recre<strong>at</strong>ion Internship<br />
3 credits: 3 hours internship<br />
The student will complete a nine-week internship in a<br />
senior adult rehabilit<strong>at</strong>ion setting and a nine-week<br />
internship in a youth fitness setting.<br />
EXSC 4683 Methods and Technology for Exercise Science<br />
3 credits: 3 hours lecture<br />
Designed to give prospective Exercise Science majors<br />
competencies in methods <strong>of</strong> teaching in the areas <strong>of</strong> selfcare,<br />
consumer awareness, nutrition and weight control,<br />
stress management, risk factor analysis and substance<br />
abuse.