2007-09 - Graduate School - The University of Alabama

Graduate Catalog: Section 10.10http://graduate.ua.edu/catalog/23000.htmlTHE UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA GRADUATE CATALOGTable of Contents > College of Education10.10 DEPARTMENT OF KINESIOLOGY (HPE)Department Head: Professor Matthew Curtner-Smith, Office: 106 Moore HallThe master of arts degree in Human Performance studies is offered with these specializations: sport management,exercise science, human performance, and sport pedagogy. The latter three programs are available under Plan I(thesis) and Plan II (nonthesis). The sport management program involves completing a “capstone experience”project. There is also an alternative master’s program in sport pedagogy which leads to Class A certification for thosewith an undergraduate degree in a non-teaching field. The degree with an emphasis in sport pedagogy leads to ClassA certification, unless the student prefers a nonteaching degree. Programs leading to the doctor of philosophy (Ph.D.)degree in human performance with emphases in sport pedagogy and exercise science are also offered.Admission and degree requirements for the Graduate School and for the College of Education are detailed in anearlier section of this catalog. There are no degree requirements specific to the department in addition to those of theGraduate School and College.Course DescriptionsHPE 500 Sociology of Sport. Three hours.Examines the institution of sport from a sociological perspective. Provides an opportunity to critically analyze theassumptions surrounding the social significance of sport through a process of reflective thought.HPE 502 Current Research in Physical Education. Three hours.A broad review of current published research in physical education, with emphasis on practical application of researchfindings.HPE 506 Techniques of Research. Three hours.Designed to acquaint the student with the types of research and the methods and materials necessary for scientificinquiry. Includes the development of a research proposal, with emphasis on form and style.HPE 507 Laboratory Techniques. Three hours.Theoretical and practical understanding of physiological instrumentation and measurement in physical education,including practical laboratory experiences, as preparation for graduate research or other research opportunities.HPE 508 Perceptual-Motor Development. Three hours.Perceptual-motor development of infants and young children. Current philosophies, theories, and methods;laboratory work in movement exploration. A clinical experience is required.HPE 510 Teaching and Supervising Elementary School Physical Education. Three hours.Open to elementary education and physical education majors. Reviews the essential concepts for successfullyteaching grades 1–6; learning, function, and duties of consultant.HPE 512 Physical Education Curriculum. Three hours.Program content and curriculum planning in grades 1–12 and higher education; includes developing curriculum planapplicable to one's need.HPE 538 Advanced Adapted Physical Education. Three hours.Pertinent information concerning legislation, mainstreaming, the physical education IEP, and movement problems ofindividuals who deviate from the norm. A clinical experience is required.