2022-2023 Academic Catalog [Archived Catalog]
Courses
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Prerequisites:
A “C-” or higher is required for all prerequisite courses. |
Course Numbering:
100-299 - Lower division Undergraduate
300-499 - Upper division Undergraduate
500-699 - Graduate
700-799 - Doctoral |
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Cross-listed courses have the same educational outcome and the course can be used interchangeably for degree requirements. (Ex. HUM-118 and ENGL-118) Related courses have shared attributes, but because they have different expectations and educational outcomes, may not be utilized interchangeably for degree requirements. (Ex. DSCI-303 and DSCI-503) Both types of courses can be offered at the same times, dates, share a classroom and instructors, etc.
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EXSC 210 - Stress Management
Credits: 2
The course provides a comprehensive approach to stress management that is proactive and motivating. Topics include physical, emotional, intellectual, social, spiritual, and environmental wellness. Emphasis is given to the conceptual frameworks and the applied aspects of sport performance enhancement and mental skills, exercise behavior and motivation, sociological factors, and health and well-being. Applications are made to future practitioners of coaching, teaching, sports medicine, counseling, sport management, and fitness instruction.
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EXSC 220 - Care & Prevention of Injuries
Credits: 3
The course is designed to provide entry level knowledge in the field of sport related injuries. This course includes units dealing with basic anatomy of common injuries, evaluation techniques, and preventive measures to reduce the incidences of injuries and a knowledge of basic treatment procedures to be used after injuries occur. Legal and ethical issues will also be discussed. This course includes adult CPR, child CPR, and first aid. In addition, OSHA recommendations, blood borne pathogen precautions, and injuries are discussed.
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EXSC 240 - Methods and Programming in Strength
Credits: 3
The course will expose students to methods in various venues of strength and conditioning.Current research and practice are examined for both basic and advanced training strategies in use at different levels of competition. Students will examine different methods currently in use in the field and discussed in the literature on selected topics and demonstrate appropriate implementation of training methods. Additionally, this course will refine the students’ ability to construct an advanced training program designed to enhance performance in specific ways. The student will demonstrate the ability to critically analyze and alter a training program. This course includes a hands-on exercise component. Students must be medically cleared to participate in a moderate-intensity, physical exercise program, or request an accommodation. Submit PAR-Q: Physical Activity Readiness - Questionnaire, medical clearance paperwork, and any accommodation requests to EXSC Program Director. Appropriate gym attire is required.
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EXSC 242 - General Fitness Training
Credits: 3
This course will discuss the integration of the four EXOS pillars of mindset, nutrition, movement, and recovery as they pertain to coaching general population clients. A key component to this course is understanding the EXOS Behavior Upgrade Model which is an amalgamation of several prevailing theories in behavior change. Ultimately, this model helps shed light on how mindset is coached and provides strategies for coaching “the person within the body.” Once behavior upgrade is clearly defined, this course will introduce the “X’s and O’s” of program design for general population clients, highlight 5 components of the EXOS training system - Pillar Preparation, Movement Preparation, Strength/Power, Energy Systems Development, and Regeneration.
Prerequisite: BIOL-102
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EXSC 243 - Performance Coaching Strategies
Credits: 3
The course will offer foundational underpinnings that will help tomorrow’s practitioners better learn the skills necessary to successfully lead and interact with clients and athletes from diverse backgrounds and upbringings. It will draw upon a combination of research and strategies derived by coaches worldwide who use these very practices every day when leading either recreational athletes or some of the world’s elite to the pinnacle of human performance. Achieving success in the realm of fitness, sport or human performance is not only dependent on a deep understanding of the physiology and biomechanics of the human body, but also that of the mind, emotions and behavioral economics. We may live in the age of technology, but people are not robots, and connecting with them is dependent on not only identifying and refining your own coaching and communication style, but learning how to attune that with those that we lead.
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EXSC 250 - Personal and Community Health
Credits: 3
The course emphasis is on positive lifestyle practices to reduce one’s risk for disease and for the maintenance of health and vitality. Topics include health behavior, stress, psychological health, chronic diseases, sexually transmitted infections, immunology, and psychoactive substance use and abuse. Community and Population health will also be examined.
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EXSC 260 - Health and Exercise Psychology
Credits: 3
The course includes aspects of psychology for understanding and explaining behavior in the context of exercise and sport. Discussions of identifying high-risk individuals, counseling and referring individuals for help are emphasized. The course will also examine the relationships between psychological factors and human physical activity while obtaining peak performance. Evaluating published research, particularly theory and research methodology practices will be required. Motivational interviewing and behavioral change theory will be briefly discussed.
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EXSC 301 - Field Experience I
Credits: 1
The course details the study of exercise testing and prescription for all age groups at every athletic level, including special needs and at-risk athletes/clients. Exercise prescription, testing for optimal performance and wellness, demonstrations, a practical component, and review of the current literature are featured. Field Experience I requires 50 contact hours in an operational or clinical setting.
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EXSC 302 - Field Experience II
Credits: 1
Personal Trainer Track: The course studies general topics in sports science including youth, adolescent, and adult participation assessments, assessment of upper and lower extremities in relationship to injury and performance, return to play criteria and management, and common injuries involving musculoskeletal systems. Demonstration, a practical component, and a review of current literature are featured. Field Experience II requires 50 contact hours in an operational or clinical setting.
Wellness Management Track: The course studies general topics in health promotion and wellness including youth, adolescent, and adult participation assessments, community/public health program design and operation. Field Experience II requires 50 contact hours in an operational or clinical setting.
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EXSC 305 - Strength Training & Conditioning Lab
Credits: 1
The course provides hands-on demonstration and practical application of Strength Training & Conditioning concepts. Students apply exercise science principles to develop an 8 to 12 week strength and conditioning program. Students design programs based on personal or client goals and a need’s analysis. Appropriate gym attire is required.
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EXSC 309 - Exercise Physiology I
Credits: 3
The course provides an introduction to exercise physiology and preparation for progression into Exercise Physiology 2. Topics include: bioenergetics, energy expenditure, functions of the cardiovascular, pulmonary, neuromuscular and neuroendocrine systems, muscle, renal function, training, environmental influences, ergogenic aids, nutrition, weight control, and body composition.
Prerequisite: BIOL-102
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EXSC 310 - Exercise Physiology II
Credits: 4
The course discusses physiological principles of exercise. Topics include: bioenergetics, energy expenditure, functions of the cardiovascular, pulmonary, neuromuscular and neuroendocrine systems, muscle, renal function, training, environmental influences, ergogenic aids, nutrition, weight control, and body composition.
Note: The online version of the lecture includes lab components.
Prerequisite: EXSC-309
Corequisite: EXSC-310 L; only required for on-campus EXSC-310 lecture
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EXSC 310L - Exercise Physiology Lab
Credits: 0
The course provides hands-on practical application of topics discussed in EXSC-310 Exercise Physiology. An overview includes topics on bioenergetics and energy expenditure, functions of the cardiovascular, pulmonary, neuromuscular, and neuroendocrine systems, and body composition. Lab experiments will consist of circulatory and respiratory responses to exercise; respiratory metabolic measurements, identification of the lactate and ventilator thresholds, assessment of maximal oxygen uptake, energy cost of physical activity, assessments of rate of perceived exertion, and assessments of body composition.
Note: This lab is only required for the on-campus sections of EXSC-310
Corequisite: EXSC-310; only required for on-campus sections of EXSC-310
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EXSC 320 - Biomechanics / Kinesiology
Credits: 3
The course introduces basic physical concepts as they apply to human movement. Emphasis is placed upon structural anatomy, neuromuscular physiology, and biomedical principles as they apply to sport skills, injury assessments, fitness activities, and rehabilitative exercises.Applies fundamental biomechanical principles to the human musculoskeletal system. Topics include musculoskeletal mechanics, and
quantitative analysis of human movement. (Lab required)
Prerequisite: BIOL-102
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EXSC 320L - Biomechanics / Kinesiology Lab
Credits: 1
The course provides hands-on practical application of topics discussed in EXSC 320 Biomechanics/Kinesiology. Lab experiments will consist of Vicon video motion capture analysis, force plate, GPS and manual muscle assessments, electromyography (EMG), ultrasound, and video sports-skill analysis.
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EXSC 322 - Adaptive Physical Activity
Credits: 3
The course focuses on age-related changes in human movement. Changes in the sensory, neuromuscular, and central neural systems will be addressed, as well as the development of adaptive strategies and the application of various therapeutic techniques to enhance motor performance. Recent experimental findings will be incorporated where appropriate.
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EXSC 323 - Movement Health & Exercise
Credits: 3
The course covers topics involving the development of motor learning and control systems, as well as introductory concepts in program design for speed, strength, power, and endurance, and explores specific methods of strength and conditioning.
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EXSC 330 - Nutrition of Exercise Management
Credits: 3
The course discusses the study of body mass regulation, including the understanding of food, digestion, metabolism and different intervention strategies such as a diet and exercise. Students learn assessment and prescription principles and techniques.
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EXSC 340 - Personnel & Human Resource Management
Credits: 3
The course comprises program planning, theories and models of human and sport performance, development of team/client schedules for facility use, program implementation, including mission, goals, objectives, and activities of human and sports performance programs. Introduces needs assessment and program evaluation, as well as staff management and data analysis.
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EXSC 341 - Marketing and Budgeting for Sports
Credits: 3
The course provides an overview of the principles and practices of promoting, marketing and budgeting in the sports and fitness industries. Topics include market analysis and segmentation, marketing planning, target market identification and analysis, sponsorship, fundraising, and budgeting for sports & fitness centers. Budgeting topics cover both for profit and non-profit organizations.
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EXSC 342 - Human & Sport Performance Training
Credits: 3
This course will discuss the integration of the four EXOS pillars of mindset, nutrition, movement, and recovery. Emphasis will be placed on the testing, theory, and program design behind the EXOS training system and will focus on providing practical, real-world application of the material. There will be a strong focus on coaching and motivational science, movement instruction, feedback, error identification and correction, as well as cueing. We will examine the outcomes associated with differential resistance training regimens. Emphasis is placed on training principles centered on periodization, variation, and progression of the acute program variables of frequency, intensity, volume, and rest across cycles of training to prevent overtraining and promote optimization of performance in various areas. This course will include an extensive hands-on instruction component.
Prerequisite: BIOL-102
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EXSC 343 - Multi-Directional Speed
Credits: 3
The course will explore the exciting world of multi-directional speed and how it opens up doors to understanding athletic movement. Study the various models of athletic movement patterns such as; linear acceleration and max velocity speed, lateral shuffle and lateral run, backpedal variations and hip turns, and jumping. Gain and keen understanding of how mass and momentum play a huge role in change of direction mechanics. Discover how biomechanics, laws of motion, and motor learning allow a mastery of understanding and teaching multi-directional speed from a scientific standpoint, and how using these three areas to drive the assessment process when identifying functional patterns.
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EXSC 350 - Health Program Planning & Evaluation
Credits: 3
The course will present theories/models for health promotion program planning and implementation in community health settings. Steps to program planning include a needs assessment, logic models, community organizing, program evaluation and social marketing will be addressed.
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EXSC 353 - Virtual Fitness and Health
Credits: 3
The course discusses concepts and application of fitness, health and wellness principles in a digital world. Topics include online fitness consultations, motivational interviewing, video analysis of exercise prescription, and blogging/vlogging. Common smartphone applications, website and social media usage is discussed to enhance accountability and education for online training clients.
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EXSC 390 - Exercise Science Practicum I
Credits: 2
The course provides a culminating experience for the BS in Exercise Science program. Students complete 150 supervised contact hours in a setting of their choice, from a list of designated university partners. Supervised field experiences may include fitness, wellness, sports training, exercise physiology and/or motor control. Students may also choose to include research, management or community fitness projects.
Prerequisite: EXSC-310 and Junior status
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EXSC 391 - Research Methods
Credits: 3
This course will introduce students to the research process in exercise science. Students will apply statistical knowledge to the field of exercise science. Emphasis will be placed on reviewing and interpreting exercise science literature, the experimental and descriptive research process including the role of the institutional review board, and applying statistics appropriately to various exercise science related study designs. Students will create a research proposal as part of this course.
Prerequisite: EXSC-310
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EXSC 410 - Exercise Testing and Prescription
Credits: 4
The course examines techniques of evaluation for physical fitness and health with a particular emphasis on aerobic capacity, flexibility, strength, and body composition and to design, implement, and administer programs for developing physical fitness and lifestyle changes. This course will also provide a focus for testing and programming for athletic performance.
Note: The online version of the lecture includes lab components.
Prerequisite: EXSC-310
Corequisite: EXSC-410L; only required for on-campus EXSC-410 lecture
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EXSC 410L - Exercise Testing and Prescription Lab
Credits: 0
The course provides a hands-on practical application of basic principles and skills learned in EXSC-410 Exercise Testing and Prescription. Emphasis is placed on the proper techniques associated with assessing health-related components of physical fitness for the development of appropriate exercise prescriptions for individuals.
Note: The online version of the lecture includes lab components
Students are required to conduct 3-hours of lab hours within a small group. Lab hours will be selected based on the lab schedule of events during the first week of class. These hours are in addition to the scheduled EXSC-410L on your class schedule
Corequisite: EXSC-410; only required for on-campus EXSC-410 lecture
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EXSC 420 - Applied Sports / Exercise Science
Credits: 3
The course outlines the various disciplines that play important roles in sports performance enhancement. Course topics include practical application of relevant research in sports biomechanics, motor learning, exercise physiology, sociology, and sports psychology. Students are required to apply foundational knowledge to real world sports scenarios to solve problems, enhance training, reduce injuries, or improve performance.
Prerequisite: EXSC-320
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EXSC 430 - Applied Nutrition
Credits: 3
The course outlines metabolism, thermodynamics and nutritional requirements associated with the performance of exercise. Course emphasis is on maximizing physical performance through nutrition periodization. Course topics include in-depth coverage of nutrient quantities and qualities, and the timing of nutrient consumption as they relate to exercise performance and training adaptations. This course will involve a comprehensive case analysis and evidence based practice to develop appropriate nutrition recommendations for athlete/client populations. The course will also delve into the efficacy and relevance of supplementation.
Prerequisite: EXSC-320
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EXSC 431 - Exercise Related Pharmacology
Credits: 3
The course discusses general terminology, concepts and principles of pharmacology in the field of exercise science. Topics include relevant drug categories, common dosage, ranges and routes of drug administration with an understanding of the pharmacological mechanisms of action and interaction (contraindications, side effects and implications) of various pharmacological agents. Emphasis will range from drugs used for hypertension, diabetes, epilepsy, asthma, cardiac abnormalities, CVD, cardiac arrhythmias, orthopedic problems and common illnesses.
Prerequisite: EXSC-330
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EXSC 440 - Fitness Management
Credits: 3
The course examines management principles relating to facility design, budgeting, purchasing, marketing, fitness center program development (front-end & back-end offers, special promotions), and personnel issues in the field of exercise and wellness.
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EXSC 450 - Health Promotion, Disease & Disability
Credits: 3
The course discusses the personal, cultural and environmental factors affecting participation in health promotion, disease and disability prevention activities; examining the application and relevance of the concepts of health, wellness, health promotion, and health education. The importance of providing appropriate, individualized health and wellness care that is sensitive to the ethnic, racial, gender, and age differences within and across diverse populations is stressed and the role of the wellness practitioner is emphasized.
Prerequisite: EXSC-320
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EXSC 451 - Current Health Issues
Credits: 1
The course addresses issues relevant to exercise science, wellness and sports medicine. The course provides a broad overview of the many dimensions exercise plays on health promotion, wellness, and sport. Topics covered include health organizations, communicable and chronic diseases, socioeconomic issues, environmental issues, and other topics related to epidemiology, as well as a review of program planning, development of interventions, and implementation of programs.
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EXSC 480 - Advanced Program Design
Credits: 3
The course builds upon program design principles and periodization. Emphasis will be placed on examining outcomes associated with various resistance training programs. A strong application of acute program variables (frequency, intensity, tempo, rest, volume) will be analyzed through case studies. Principles of precision, progression and integration are discussed and applied.
Prerequisite: EXSC-320
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EXSC 481 - Tactical Strength and Conditioning
Credits: 3
This course will introduce students to the various methods and strategies for improving performance in military, law enforcement, and fire department venues. Topics such as risk mitigation and tactical job preparation will be discussed with students completing applied projects in selected tactical operations. Tactical fitness research and literature will serve as the content for developing professionals capable of supporting the tactical field with evidence-based practice.
Prerequisite: EXSC-240
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EXSC 490 - Exercise Science Practicum II
Credits: 4
The course provides a culminating experience for the BS in Exercise Science program. Students complete 300 supervised contact hours in a setting of their choice, from a list of designated university partners. Supervised field experiences may include fitness, wellness, sports training, exercise physiology and/or motor control. Students may also choose to include research, management or community fitness projects.
Prerequisite: EXSC-390
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EXSC 491 - Exercise Science Capstone
Credits: 3
The senior capstone course integrates the knowledge, concepts and professional skills gained from prior coursework in exercise science. Students choose between two different options: (1) an applied project in which the student develops a hypothetical applied case and intervention program for a client or team in order to synthesize and demonstrate the ability to understand, develop, and advance the principles of exercise science or (2) conduct a research project in which the student displays the development of research techniques, including the ability to define a research problem, write hypotheses, review the literature, apply a research design, collect and analyze data, and interpret the results.
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FIN 215 - Personal Finance
Credits: 3
Studies the basic analytical tools needed for personal financial planning and decision making. Topics covered will include the monitoring and management of personal finances, protection of financial resources, financial investment and growth, and long-term financial planning.
Prerequisite: MATH-116 or higher
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FIN 312 - Principles of Finance
Credits: 3
Students examine basic financial management of business firms: a) procurement, b) allocation and c) control of funds; corporate financial behavior; financial instruments and markets; and the analysis and interpretation of investment and profit performance.
Prerequisite: ACCT-210, ACCT-211
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FIN 319 - Financial Institutions
Credits: 3
This course examines the functions and practices of the major types of financial institutions in our economy. Students will understand the basic operations of - and issues surrounding - commercial banks, thrifts, insurance companies, mutual funds, pension funds, finance companies, venture capital firms, investment banks, and brokerage firms. Students will also learn the basic functions of the Federal Reserve System.
Prerequisite: ECON-203 or ECON-201, and FIN-312
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FIN 352 - Investment Banking
Credits: 1
This course is an in-depth look at raising capital on Wall Street through investment banking. Students will learn to distinguish between primary and secondary markets, equity issues, bond issues, IPOs, private placements, and careers in investment banking.
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FIN 355 - Understanding Insurance
Credits: 1
This course covers the role of insurance in managing risk. Various types of insurance, including property/casualty, life, health, disability, professional and mortgage, will be explained. Students will examine careers in the insurance industry.
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FIN 370 - Intermediate Finance
Credits: 3
This is an advanced course in financial management of corporations. Topics include valuation techniques, risk and capital budgeting, capital markets, investment banking, long term debt and lease financing, common and preferred stock financing, dividend policy and retained earnings and international financial management. Emphasis will be put on current events in finance and the relationship between finance and the economy.
Prerequisite: BUS-241, FIN-312
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FIN 401 - Financial Industry Exam Preparation I
Credits: 3
This course prepares students for licensing in the securities industry. The course exposes students to topics in the securities industry, including governmental regulation, necessary documentation, the role of a broker/dealer, the role of a registered representative, opening client accounts, equity securities, debt securities, options, funds, annuities, and suitability requirements.
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FIN 415 - Securities Analysis/Investment Techniques
Credits: 3
Students are introduced to financial investment alternatives, security markets, analytical techniques and portfolio management theories.
Prerequisite: FIN-312
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FIN 420 - Sport Finance
Credits: 3
This course explores contemporary examples from marketing sponsorship, facility construction and sport law to illustrate the crucial role that money plays in any sport business. Emphasis is placed on understanding how the receipt, disbursement and utilization of funds can foster future growth in the sport businesses. The course will deal with such issues as sports financial analysis, capital structuring and capital budgeting, profitable distribution systems and the management of financial risk.
Cross-listed: SPTM-420
Prerequisite: FIN-312
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FIN 426 - Emerging Technologies in Accounting and Finance
Credits: 3
The Financial Services and Accounting industries are in the process of being turned upside down by emerging technologies known as “FinTech”. This course is an opportunity to not only learn about these technologies but also to understand what is driving these changes and to consider what the future might hold for careers in these industries. Among other technologies, students will learn about Blockchain, Cryptoassets, and Artificial Intelligence. Students will also connect with professionals to understand how they are navigating the FinTech landscape and which skills students will need to gain to succeed in this new reality. This is not a “calculation” course - instead, time will be spent reading, watching, researching, and - most importantly - communicating findings.
Cross-listed: ACCT-426
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FIN 430 - Money and Banking
Credits: 3
This course helps students understand the functions of money and the financial system in the economy. Students will analyze interest rates and the applications of the time-value-of-money concept. They will learn the basics of central banking and the Federal Reserve System. After taking this course, students will understand the workings of the financial system and the goals and limitations of monetary policy; they will have a more informed perspective on the various issues surrounding money, banking, and government policies related to money and banking.
Cross-listed: ECON-430
Prerequisite: FIN-312, ECON-203 (or both ECON-201 AND ECON-202)
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FIN 450 - Financial Planning
Credits: 3
This course involves the study of financial planning and the process involved in helping clients determine and meet their financial objectives. Investment strategies and wealth management will be considered along with retirement planning and the transfer of an individual’s estate after death.
Prerequisite: FIN-215
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FIN 470 - International Trade & Finance
Credits: 3
This course studies the economic principles involved in international trade and finance. It is designed to provide the student with the conceptual tools needed to analyze such international economic issues as import tariffs and quotas, import liberalization, loss of jobs to foreign countries, free-trade agreements, customs unions, monetary unions, and exchange-rate fluctuations. The general topics to be covered in this course include the pure theory of trade, the theory of trade policy (such as trade restrictions and economic integration), foreign-exchange markets and exchange rates, the international monetary system, and international economic institutions.
Cross-listed: ECON-470
Prerequisite: ECON-203 or ECON-201 AND ECON-202
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FIN 491 - Finance Senior Experience
Credits: 3
FIN-491 is an advanced course in the comprehensive study of applied financial management, finance, general business skill, and the financial decision-making processes for the firm. The course is designed to provide an in-depth study of financial concepts using case studies and to examine financial theory within a decision-making context.
Prerequisite: FIN-370, FIN-319, and FIN-415
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FIN 497 - Topics in Finance
Credits: 3
This course will cover timely advanced topics within financial services.
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FIN 499 - Finance Internship
Credits: 1-4
Note: A maximum of 3 credit hours of internship credit can count towards the major or minor requirements/electives. Students may take additional hours (up to 18 total) of internship credit, however, remaining credits will be applied to general electives.
Related Courses: ACCT-499, BUS-499, HRMG-499, ISYS-499, MKT-499, and MGMT-499
Prerequisite: Permission of supervising faculty
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FIN 601 - Financial Industry Exam Preparation I
Credits: 3
This course prepares students for licensing in the securities industry. The course exposes students to topics in the securities industry, including governmental regulation, necessary documentation, the role of a broker/dealer, the role of a registered representative, opening client accounts, equity securities, debt securities, options, funds, annuities, and suitability requirements. Additionally, this course challenges student to apply security industry fundamentals through projects and case studies.
Prerequisite: FIN-630
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FIN 620 - Financial Statement Analysis
Credits: 3
This course will provide the skills necessary to interpret and analyze financial statement information by discussing the four key financial statementsand analyzing the financial information to evaluate profitability, liquidity and risk. Topics also covered include traditional ratio analysis and interpretation, accounting rules and quality of earnings, warning signs of financial distress, and SEC reporting requirements.
Cross-listed: ACCT-620
Prerequisite: ACCT-610
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FIN 621 - Investment Alternatives And Portfolio Construction
Credits: 3
The practical management of portfolios containing varied financial assets. This course examines the issues in, and the procedures for, portfolio management. There is an emphasis on personal portfolio management by individual investors.
Prerequisite: FIN-630
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FIN 625 - Financial Institutions, Money and the Economy
Credits: 3
This course helps students understand the functions of money and the financial system in the economy. It examines the functions and main products and services of the major types of financial institutions, and how they manage their business risks. Students will analyze the operations of and the issues faced by commercial banks, thrifts, insurance companies, mutual funds, pension funds, finance companies, venture capital firms, investment banks, and brokerage firms.
Students will review the applications of the time-value-of-money concept and analyze the behavior of interest rates. They will study the economics of money supply, the banking system, and monetary policy. Students will learn the basics of central banking and the Federal Reserve System. After taking this course, students will understand the workings of the financial system and the goals and limitations of monetary policy; they will have a more-informed perspective on the various issues surrounding money, finance, and government policies related to money and banking.
Prerequisite: FIN-630
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FIN 630 - Corporate Financial Policies
Credits: 3
Students examine areas of concern for financial managers: the financial analysis of the firm, including ratio analysis and fixed and variable cost analysis.
Prerequisite: ACCT-610
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FPAR 206H - Reading Rock & Roll
Credits: 4
This course will explore rock andamp; roll’s origins, contexts, images, lyrics, and the music itself. Students will consider how the music creates meaning and what the relationship of rock andamp; roll is to American culture and history.
General Education Area: Fine Arts, Humanities
Prerequisite: Membership in Bascom Honors Program
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FPAR 210 - Performance Workshop I
Credits: 3
A course designed for people who desire experience for public presentations and/or performances. Various strategies will be employed including acting, oral interpretation, mime and improvisation.
General Education Area: Fine Arts
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FPAR 211 - Performance Workshop II
Credits: 3
This course continues the individual and group performance work of FPAR 210.
General Education Area: Fine Arts
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FPAR 212 - Taking Stage: Drama at Maryville
Credits: 0-3
This class is for students who wish to be directly involved with the Maryville University Drama Club’s Fall or Spring on-campus play productions. Students enrolled in this course may choose to take on such roles as performers (pending a successful open audition), set design/production, stage crew, lighting, sound, costumes, props, and music. Opportunities are also available to work with print/social media advertising. Meeting times will be determined by the production schedule.
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FPAR 261 - Writing for Stage and Screen I: Storytelling
Credits: 3
This workshop-style course focuses on the art and craft of dramatic writing. By first examining dramatic works of literature as well as cinematic screenplays, students will learn and practice style and techniques that are geared towards composition for a visual medium, whether that be in theatre or film. Then, students will compose and workshop their own original story outline that will become either a short 10-minute play or screenplay of a short 10-minute film. Students will then have the opportunity to either stage their short play or shoot their short film using their iPads.
General Education Area: Fine Arts
Cross-listed: ENGL-261
Related Courses: ENGL-361 and FPAR-361
Prerequisite: ENGL-101
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FPAR 297 - Special Studies
Credits: 1-4
These courses are offered periodically based on the interests of our students and faculty. More information can be requested from the department.
General Education Area: Fine Arts
Prerequisite: Program Director Approval
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FPAR 362 - Writing for Stage and Screen II: Production
Credits: 3
This workshop-style course continues the work done in ENGL / FPAR - 261 - Writing for Stage and Screen I: Storytelling. Students will continue to learn and practice style and technique suited for composition of either a short 10-minute play or a short 10-minute film. Through workshop, students will then work on developing, casting and directing rehearsals of their narratives, or learn the craft of camera work and editing of their short films - all with the intention of featuring these completed projects in an end-of-semester showcase for the class and invited Maryville community.
Cross-listed: ENGL-362
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FPAR 497 - Special Studies
Credits: 3-4
These courses are offered periodically based on the interests of our students and faculty. More information can be requested from the department.
General Education Area: Fine Arts
Prerequisite: Program Director Approval
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FRSC 119 - Murder to Trial
Credits: 3
This course introduces students to the
interrelationship between the investigation of a
crime, the process of forensic evidence and the
use of that evidence at trial. Students will be
taken to a mock crime scene where they will learn
through experience as they collect evidence they
will process in the lab and conclude with a mock
trial.
General Education Area: Natural Science
Cross-listed: CRIM-119
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FRSC 151 - Introduction to Forensic Science
Credits: 4
Introductory course that highlights all aspects of forensics as an umbrella of the work associated in the forensic process. The course will introduce topics such as ethics, observing and obtaining physical evidence, as well as a survey of the techniques and instrumentation (chromatography, spectrophotometry, mass spectrometry, atomic absorption spectrophotometry, scanning electron microscopy, immunoassay techniques, polymerase chain reaction, spatter patterns, digital imaging, document examining, and electronic data collection and storage) used in the analysis of physical evidence (organic and inorganic materials, soil, glass, body fluids, hair, fibers, paint, DNA, bloodstains and patterns, arson evidence, fingerprints, explosive residue, tool marks, documents, and computer and internet evidence).
General Education Area: Natural Science
Prerequisite: CHEM-103
Corequisite: FRSC-151L
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FRSC 151L - Required Lab - FRSC-151
Credits: 0
Introductory laboratory experience that accompanies Introduction to Forensic Science
General Education Area: Natural Science
Corequisite: FRSC-151
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FRSC 211 - Introduction to Criminal Investigations
Credits: 3
This course is a comprehensive approach to the examination and treatment of physical evidence as it relates to the criminal justice system. Students will be involved in an interactive learning experience tied to the securing and preserving of crime scenes and maintaining the integrity of trace evidence for future court proceedings.
Cross-listed: CRIM-211
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FRSC 303 - Forensic Biology
Credits: 4
This course covers biological evidence and techniques used in forensic science. Concepts and application of serology and molecular biology techniques to analyze biological evidence collected during criminal investigations, including polymerase chain reaction (PCR) and other RNA/DNA techniques.
General Education Area: Natural Science
Prerequisite: FRSC-151, BIOL-260, CHEM-204
Corequisite: FRSC-303L, BIOL-260L
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FRSC 303L - Required Lab - FRSC-303
Credits: 0
Laboratory experience that accompanies Forensic Biology.
General Education Area: Natural Science
Corequisite: FRSC-303
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FRSC 311 - Forensic Chemistry
Credits: 4
This course focuses on the analytical and instrumental methods used in the forensic sciences with a particular emphasis on the analysis and characterization of trace evidence, to include separations, mass spectrometry, and atomic/molecular spectroscopy.
General Education Area: Natural Science
Prerequisite: CHEM-204, CHEM-353, and FRSC-151
Corequisite: FRSC-311L
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FRSC 311L - Required Lab - Frsc 311
Credits: 0
Laboratory experience that accompanies Forensic Chemistry.
General Education Area: Natural Science
Corequisite: FRSC-311
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HCPM 100 - Introduction to Healthcare Industry & Management
Credits: 3
This course lays the foundation of the healthcare system as it relates to healthcare management. It focuses on the history, evolution, and development of the present American health care system including the role of the various health care providers.
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HCPM 102 - Healthcare Operations
Credits: 3.00
Students will examine operational concepts related to delivering quality, consistent, and cost-effective patient care within a variety of organizations and across the healthcare system. Topics include finances, project management, patient flow performance management, process improvement and supply chain management.
Prerequisite: HCPM-100
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HCPM 109 - Healthcare Terminology
Credits: 3
A basic-level medical terminology course for those who plan to be involved or are already involved in the healthcare management field. The course will cover the definition, spelling and pronunciation of medical word roots and combining forms, prefixes, suffixes and medical abbreviations. Healthcare management terminology is also addressed in this course.
Cross-listed: HEPR-109
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HCPM 210 - Professionalism and Communications in the Healthcare Setting
Credits: 3
Students will gain knowledge of how to effectively communicate within healthcare settings. Consideration will be giving to understanding the range of stakeholders in healthcare settings, the impact of social media, how to effectively communicate with patients and families, and the role of communicating for purpose and policy change. In addition, students will develop personal communication skills and gain understanding of the importance of collaborative problem-solving, cultural sensitivity, and the need for continuous learning through presentations, case studies and written assignments.
Prerequisite: HCPM-100 or HEPR-107
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HCPM 211 - Healthcare Management
Credits: 3
The topics in the course are designed to provide healthcare managers with knowledge and access to resources that will allow them to direct operations within their organizations. In addition to applying a systems/process improvement approach to studying health care operations, the course content will focus on staff development, identifying and utilizing business partners, facilities planning and maintenance, purchasing and asset management, benchmarking, and the development of a marketing and communications plan.
Prerequisite: HCPM-101 or HCPM-102
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HCPM 230 - Healthcare Human Resource Management
Credits: 3
Students will enhance their managerial skills through deeper understanding of recruitment and retention of personnel, training and evaluation practices, compensation and benefit systems, in addition to the impact of legal and regulatory environment, as well as learn about legal, behavioral, and administrative aspects of personnel management.
Prerequisite: HCPM-101 or HCPM-102
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HCPM 331 - Quality and Compliance
Credits: 3
This course applies continuous healthcare quality management and performance improvement principles to the healthcare setting, focusing on practical applications and methodologies. Includes data collection and analysis; regulatory, accreditation and patient safety compliance; patient satisfaction; etc.
Prerequisite: HCPM-101 or HCPM-102
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HCPM 341 - Revenue Cycle Management
Credits: 3
Students will gain an in depth understanding of revenue cycle management.Topics include the evolution and current practice of CPT and ICD coding, including focus on chronic conditions, claims submission and processing, determining medical necessity, payment methodologies (including value-based payment systems) and accounts receivable management strategies.
Prerequisite: HCPM-211
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HCPM 360 - Software & Technology in Healthcare
Credits: 3
Students will learn about the evolution of software and technology in the healthcare environment and learn how to identify what technology is appropriate based on the needs, size, specialty and sophistication of a medical practice. They will also gain an understanding of federal mandates, such as “MACRA”, “MIPS”, etc., relate to technology. A discussion of privacy and security standards as related to HIPAA, including the application of HIPAA requirements as related to healthcare management software, will be undertaken. Students will learn how to maneuver through the software and technology selection, negotiation and implementation process through case studies and written assignments.
Prerequisite: HCPM-100 or HEPR-107
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HCPM 451 - Medical Law and Risk Management
Credits: 3
Students will examine decision making along the legal and ethical dimensions of healthcare management. Course concepts include the current health care environment and the types of practices and licensing and certification of health care professionals; criminal law and torts that are relevant to the health profession, as well as ethical theories, morality, employee and patient rights and responsibilities, consent, legal reporting, professional liability, and end-of-life issues. Additionally, students will explore various risk management strategies, including the development, implementation, and maintenance of policies and procedures to prevent or minimize the impact of adverse events.
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HCPM 455 - Financial Management in Healthcare
Credits: 3
This course applies financial management principles to healthcare management and healthcare systems. Topics include reimbursement, resource allocation, cost analysis, and funding sources, as well as how financial decisions are made, reported, and implemented in healthcare entities.
Prerequisite: HCPM-211
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HCPM 456 - Patient Partnering/Population Health Management
Credits: 3
The trend for determining value in healthcare continues its shift towards the recognition that patient engagement and the ability to maintain or improve the health of a given population is necessary to avoid costly illnesses and unnecessary care. In this course, students will have the opportunity to examine formal and informal programs and strategies used to make this partnership and engagement enhance the healthcare organization’s performance, quality care and outcomes, and patient satisfaction.
Prerequisite: HCPM-211 or SRLM-212
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HCPM 460 - Public Health
Credits: 3.0
This introductory survey course provides an overview of public health in the United States, its core functions, and specific health issues that impact the health of the population.
Cross-listed: HEPR-460
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HCPM 490 - Healthcare Management Practicum/ Professional Growth and Development
Credits: 3
This is a 16-week course in which students will first explore their personal/professional growth through reflection, guided activities, and class discussions. During the second half of the course, students will have the opportunity to integrate theory and practice in the context of an approved field-based experience under the supervision of the course instructor. Practicum requires completion of 50 clock hours on site over a seven-week period, along with coursework relevant to the student’s practicum experience.
Prerequisite: Must be taken after all HCPM courses have been completed, and within the last 12 hours of the program.
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HCPM 491 - Healthcare Management Capstone
Credits: 3
The capstone project is the culmination of the student academic experience. In this course students will examine current healthcare policy and emerging trends. They will be asked to identify one or more current problem, initiative, or issue in healthcare management and analyze that topic from multiple perspectives drawing on knowledge gained throughout the program.
Prerequisite: HCPM-490
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HDFS 101 - Introduction to Family Science
Credits: 3
This course is designed as an introduction to the field of Family and Human Development. Students develop an understanding of individual and family development over the life span. In particular, the course will focus on the developing individual within the context of the family system and the changes that occur in family systems over time. Normative family processes are emphasized.
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HDFS 120 - Intro to Child Life
Credits: 3
This course fulfills all of the Association of Child Life Professionals (ACLP) requirements for the Child Life course. It is taught by a Certified Child Life Specialist, has a focus on children in the healthcare environment, and includes all of the applied areas of study of the Child Life Professional.
Prerequisite: PSYC-254
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HDFS 202 - Family and Community Partnerships
Credits: 3
This course will focus on the acquisition of knowledge and skills needed for forming effective partnerships with diverse families and community stakeholders. Family systems and their impact on children’s development and learning will be explored. Students will identify and collaborate with local agencies to learn more about resources available in their communities. Students will learn effective communication strategies as well as explore current state and federal initiatives for serving children and families.
Prerequisite: HDFS-101
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HDFS 220 - Infant and Toddler Development
Credits: 3
This course will explore human development from conception through age 3. Students will explore how young children develop physically, cognitively, and socially to gain the ability to reason, speak, and form relationships. Students will also become familiar with theories and research relevant to the study and practices related to infant and child development.
Cross-listed: PSYC-220
Prerequisite: PSYC-254
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HDFS 230 - Family Resource Management
Credits: 3
This course provides an overview of basic family management theory and application from a systems approach. Students will be asked to apply the concepts of family management to real life scenarios and examine the interplay of resources, access to systems of care and goal acheivement and management.
Prerequisite: PSYC-254
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HDFS 244 - Understanding Research in HDFS
Credits: 3
This course provides a review of basic research methods and statistics as applied to human development and family studies. Emphasis will be placed on reading professional journal articles and understanding basic statistical methodology for the helping professional. Students learn the basic skills needed for managing and understanding data; analyzing data; and presenting data.
Corequisite: HDFS-101
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HDFS 303 - Interpersonal Relationships
Credits: 3
This course examines the initiation, development, and dissolution of committed relationships with same- or opposite-sex partners within familial, cultural, and societal contexts. Trends in marriage, cohabitation, re-marriage, and other alternative relationship forms and the impact to all members of family systems are also examined.
Cross-listed: PSYC-303
Prerequisite: HDFS-101 or PSYC-101
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HDFS 310 - Trends for 21st Century Youth
Credits: 3
This course examines school-age children and teens in the context of modern society. Students will examine topics of stress and anxiety, suicide and drug use, family dynamics, mass shootings, and growing up in today’s world. Application to policy changes and advocacy will also be explored. Students will engage in virtual discussion and encouraged to explore peer-reviewed research on the topics. An in-depth topical exploration paper is required.
Prerequisite: PSYC-254
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HDFS 320 - Developmental Play and Learning
Credits: 3
This course focuses on the interplay of early childhood brain development and learning. The importance of playful interaction with adults and with the environment is emphasized. Students will discuss the role of play in normative development and therapeutic care in hospital and child care settings and explore how play, accountability, and standards can be fully aligned and complementary to both early learning and therapeutic goals. NOTE: This course meets the Play requirement for Child Life Specialist Concentration students.
Prerequisite: HDFS-220
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