2006-08 Course Descriptions - Catalog - University of Oklahoma

Health and Exercise Science (HES)The Uni ver sity of Oklahoma 2006-2008 Gen eral Cat a log3031 Sports Officiating. Same as 3021, with emphasis on basketball,softball, baseball, and track and field. (Sp)3052 Theory of Baseball. Prerequisite: 2022. The sciences of coachingbaseball. Thorough coverage of the basic fundamentals of defensive andoffensive baseball; coaching and teaching techniques; strategy, andadministrative duties of the baseball coach. (Irreg.)3072 Theory of Basketball. Prerequisite: 2022. History and technique of thegame basic teaching and coaching of fundamental skills; methods of trainingand care of equipment. Advanced techniques in offensive and defensivestrategy; psychology of handling personnel; scouting assignments. (Irreg.)3173 Materials and Methods in the Elementary School PhysicalEducation Program. Prerequisite: sophomore standing, permission. Basicphilosophy and characteristics of a program of physical education for theelementary school child; how to plan and organize the program; the desirableactivities; standards for facilities and equipment; evaluation. (F, Sp, Su)3253 Recreation Resources–Leisure Environment. Prerequisite: 2132.The historical and philosophical basis of leisure and recreation in modernsociety; the recreation environment from a regional and urban perspective;and critical issues that face recreation and urban planners and designers.Incorporates population geography and environmental health issues intoan analysis of the physical and social environment that supports recreationalprogramming and facility development. Focuses on urban developmentand the relationship of recreation resources to the aesthetic and mechanicsof modern metropolitan areas. (F)3430 Field Experiences in Health and Exercise Science. 1 to 4 hours.Prerequisite: junior standing or permission of department. May berepeated with change of activity or advanced position; maximum creditfour hours. Field study related to student’s area of interest (athleticcoaching, athletic training, exercise science, health promotion, sportmanagement) as approved by the department’s field supervisor of adviser.A contract is required prior to beginning the field experience. The contractwill address: statement of purpose, process of submitting reports, on-siteevaluations, and written evaluations by student and site supervisor. (F, Sp, Su)3502 Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries. Prerequisite: 2212 orequivalent; three hours of biological science and three credit hours ofsocial science. Recognition, cause, prevention, treatment, rehabilitation ofathletic injuries; taping methods, protective equipment, and doctor’srecommendations; equipping the training room, conditioning the athlete,practice routines and the athlete’s diet. Laboratory (Sp)3513 Health Promotion Program Planning. Prerequisite: HES major orpermission of instructor. Discussion of health promotion programming indisease prevention, risk reduction, and wellness. Understanding the theoreticalissues related to the development and evaluation of health promotionprograms and the behavioral dimensions of health promotion. (F, Sp)3523 Human Sexuality. Prerequisite: 2913, Psychology 1113. Anintroduction to biological, psychological, and sociological concepts whichform the interdisciplinary foundation for studying human sexuality. Currentresearch findings in all areas will be emphasized. Areas of emphasis willinclude: personal, social, sexual, and gender identity development across thelifespan, interaction and communication within social and intimaterelationships, and reproductive and other health-related sexuality issues. (F, Sp)3533 AIDS and Its Impact on American Society. Prerequisite: Zoology1114 and three hours of social science, or permission of instructor. Providea current overview of the medical and epidemiological aspects of AIDS andHIV spectrum disorders. Also focus on the psychosocial, educational, legaland ethical issues which have evolved in this country as a result of ourresponse to AIDS and HIV.3563 Lifestyle Interventions. Prerequisite: HES major or permission.Examines the relationship between individual behavior and the healthstatus of a community. Current lifestyle intervention literature will be thefocus. Application of intervention strategies will be presented for school,worksite, and community settings. (Irreg.)3573 Obesity and Weight Management. Prerequisite: Zoology 2124 orpermission of instructor. Provide students with knowledge of the physiologyand psychology of obesity and overweight. Course is designed to educatestudents not only on the scientific background of obesity but how to applythis knowledge to management of obesity in the general and specificpopulations they will be serving. (Irreg.)3803 Exercise Science for Rehabilitation Sciences. Prerequisite: Zoology2124 or 3103. An introductory study of the principles and concepts ofexercise science as they pertain to the rehabilitation sciences. Theoreticaland scientifically established mechanisms are examined which explain thebody’s physiological response, adaptation, and concomitant regulationduring acute and chronic bouts of exercise. Particular emphasis will beplaced on application to physical and occupational therapies. (Irreg.)3813 Principles of Health and Fitness. Prerequisite: HES major orpermission of department. Study of the underlying principles of lifesciences that contribute to an understanding of the role of physical activityin health, fitness, and sports medicine. Specific reference to an overview ofpublic health and disease, anatomy and biomechanics, exercise physiology,health appraisal and fitness testing and programming, human developmentand behavior, and program management. Laboratory (F)3823 Physiology of Exercise. Prerequisite: 3813, Zoology 2124 or 3103 orequivalent and permission. An introductory study of principles and conceptsof exercise physiology. Theoretical and scientifically established mechanismsare explored that explain the body’s response, adaptation, and concomitantregulation during acute and chronic exercise. Applications presented in theclinical, sport, occupational, and normal exercise settings. Focus is on anunderstanding of the body’s function from the cellular to systemic levelduring exercise. An understanding of assessment and physical training principlesto explain health and performance is emphasized. Specific factors that affectthe physiological bases of human performance are investigated. (Irreg.)3833 Evaluation of Health and Physical Performance. Prerequisite: 3823or permission of instructor. To develop basic skills and competencies inclinical and experimental laboratory assessment techniques. Emphasis isplaced on a healthy population with introductory concepts for specialpopulations. To understand the basic underlying physiological theory andapplication principles in the exercise physiological theory and applicationprinciples in the exercise physiology laboratory with specific emphasis onlearning the assessment techniques to evaluate the responses andadaptations of exercise. (Irreg.)†G3843 Biomechanics. Prerequisite: Zoology 2255, HSS major, orpermission. The integrated study of anatomy, physiology, and mechanicswith emphasis on understanding the anatomical and functional aspects ofhuman movement in the area of health and sport sciences, such as inclinical, daily living, and sport applications. (F, Sp)3853 Exercise Testing and Prescription. Prerequisite: Health and ExerciseScience major or permission. A multidisciplinary study of biological andbehavioral principles that explain physical activity’s role in nutrition,exercise and weight control strategies. Analysis of the impact of theseprinciples on health, disease and quality of life. Critical examination ofunderlying mechanisms that explain the dose-response activity relationshipbetween physical activity, health and fitness. (Irreg.)3863 Exercise and Health Issues of Women. Prerequisite: 3813 orpermission of instructor. Course focuses on topics related to the effects ofexercise on the health of adult women, including body composition,reproductive function and hypokinetic diseases. (Irreg.)3873 Principles of Personal Training. Prerequisite: Permission ofinstructor. To develop an understanding of basic physiological mechanismsand application principles necessary to evaluate the acute and chronicresponses and adaptations to exercise. To develop and understanding ofbasic skills and competencies in personal training technique andevaluation. Emphasis is placed on a healthy population with introductoryconcepts for special populations. (Irreg.)3960 Honors Reading. 1 to 3 hours. Prerequisite: admission to HonorsProgram. May be repeated; maximum credit six hours. Study of currentresearch developments in health and sport sciences. An opportunity for theHonors’ candidate to work with a faculty mentor on a research project ofspecial interest to the student in the health and sport sciences. (F, Sp, Su)3970 Honors Seminar. 1 to 3 hours. Prerequisite: admission to HonorsProgram. May be repeated; maximum credit six hours. An opportunity forthe Honors’ candidate to work with a faculty mentor on a research projectof special interest to the student. (F, Sp, Su)3980 Honors Research. 1 to 3 hours. Prerequisite: admission to HonorsProgram. May be repeated; maximum credit six hours. Will provide anopportunity for the gifted honors candidate to work at a special project inthe student’s field. (F, Sp, Su)3990 Independent Study. 1 to 3 hours. Prerequisite: one course in generalarea to be studied; permission of instructor and department. May be repeated;maximum credit six hours. Contracted independent study for topic notcurrently offered in regularly scheduled courses. Independent study mayinclude library and/or laboratory research and field projects. (F, Sp, Su)G4213 Management in Health and Exercise Science. Prerequisite: juniorstanding, HES majors only, or permission of instructor. Concentration on99 Course Descriptions