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Sport & Movement Science
Bachelor of Science
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Sport and Movement Science Exercise Science Concentration-Pre-Rehabilitation Sciences Track
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Sport and Movement Science, Exercise Science Concentration - Honors Track, BS
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Sport and Movement Science, Exercise Science Concentration - Professional Track, BS
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Sport and Movement Science, Health Education Teacher Education Concentration, BS
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Sport and Movement Science, Recreation Management Concentration/Park Management Specialization, BS
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Sport and Movement Science, Sport Management Concentration, BS
Combined Undergraduate/Graduate Degree
Minor
Certificate
Sport and Movement Science
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SMS 294 Recreation and Community Wellness 3 Credit(s) PGR W-II
This course focuses on the role of active recreation in communities and the influence of active recreation on community wellness. Through the prism of the dimensions of wellness students will explore individual social community enviromnental and policy factors
that affect community wellness and the contribution of recreation and park programs and facilities to those factors and as part of a solution. Three lecture hours per week. PGR and W-II.
Prerequisites: Level I Written Communication or equivalent,
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SMS 294 Recreation and Community Wellness 3 Credit(s) PGR W-II
This course focuses on the role of active recreation in communities and the influence of active recreation on community wellness. Through the prism of the dimensions of wellness students will explore individual social community, environmental, and policy factors that affect community wellness and the contribution of recreation and park programs and facilities to those factors and as part of a solution. Three lecture hours per week. PGR and W-II.
Prerequisites: Level I Written Communication or equivalent.
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SMS 300 Kinesiology 3 Credit(s)
Through lecture, discussion and laboratory experiences, this course is designed to apply the basic principles of anatomy and physics to exercise and human movement. Emphasis will be placed on anatomical analysis of human performance. Two lecture hours and one two-hour laboratory per week. Required for ATR and SMS majors, except those in the Leisure Studies and Sport Management Concentrations. Not open to students who have received credit for SFL309. Prerequisite: BIO 206 or SMS 200 .
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SMS 301 Information Technology and Its Applications in Sport and Movement Science 3 Credit(s)
Students will investigate and demonstrate how information technology is utilized in the field of sport and movement science. A wide variety of technological applications in each discipline will be examined, as well how this information can be transformed into other professional fields. The capstone experience of this course will include student demonstrations of their technology fluency using the technological applications discussed in class as a means of information sharing and learning within their professional preparation programs. Three lecture hours per week.
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SMS 302 Sport in Culture 3 Credit(s) CS W-II
Through lecture, discussion, and applied learning experiences, this course is designed to provide the student with an understanding that sport is a microcosm of society and is influenced by cultural traditions, social values, and psychosocial experiences. Specific topics covered will vary but emphasis will be placed on using tools of sport sociology inquiry to examine race, discrimination, prejudice and oppression experienced by many segments within the sporting world. The student will be able to understand that sport professionals are immersed in the socio-cultural milieu, and that leadership roles are endemic to the profession. Three lecture hours per week. SMS major elective. Required for Sport Management Concentration. Open to all students who have not received credit for SFL431A. This course will satisfy the Contemporary Society category as well as the W-II category.
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SMS 303 Exercise Psychology: Enhancing Health & Well-being 3 Credit(s) W-III
This course covers topics in exercise psychology designed to provide the student with an overview of the theoretical foundations of exercise psychology, research associated with the field, and implications of this research for practitioners. Students will apply their knowledge in selected areas such as relationships between exercise and psychological well-being, exercise behavior and adherence, and addictive and unhealthy behaviors. Three lecture hours per week. SMS major elective. Open to all students who have not received credit for SFL 328. Fulfills the level III general education requirement for writing (W-III). Prerequisite: completion of a W-II writing course and SMS281 Research Methods in Exercise Science.
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SMS 304 Sport Development 3 Credit(s) CS WC
The development of both elite, high performance sport and mass participation, grassroots-level sport is a central concern for governments, sport governing bodies and sport practitioners worldwide. This course examines the inter-relationship between elite and mass sport across history, drawing on comparative international examples from Australia, Canada, Finland and UK to China, Cuba, the former Soviet Union and Eastern bloc countries. An in-depth empirical study of sports in the US is modeled on international lessons of systematic sport development offering everyone healthy paths to excellence and improved education, healthcare and social harmony. Three lecture hours per week.
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SMS 320 Aquatic Administration & Facility Operation 3 Credit(s) QR
This course is designed to provide information specific to aquatic facility administration. Health regulations and risk management will serve as the foundation for the knowledge, skills and abilities covered as related to leadership, management, chemistry and mathematical models, and preventative and routine maintenance in the aquatic environment. Prior aquatic experience including life guarding strongly recommended. Course includes National Swimming Pool Foundation Pool Operator training and certification. Required for the Aquatic Management Minor. Not open to students who have received credit for SFL215B.
Prerequisite: Completion of the Basic College Mathematics Competency Requirement.
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SMS 331 Sport Psychology 3 Credit(s)
This course covers topics that deal with the application of psychology to sport at all performance levels. It is designed to provide students with an overview of the theoretical foundations of the field, as well as the implications for practitioners. Students will explore factors that have an impact on the athlete’s performance, such as motivation, anxiety, self-confidence, personality, group dynamics, and leadership. Three lecture hours per week. Required for Coaching Minor/Certificate. Recommended as a SMS major elective. Not open to students who have received credit for SFL331or SFL331A.
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SMS 350 Exercise Testing and Prescription 4 Credit(s)
This course covers concepts involved in exercise testing and prescription (for the healthy adult), as outlined by the American College of Sports Medicine. Students are required to administer a battery of fitness tests to assess each component of health-related physical fitness and prescribe a program of exercise based upon specific goals. The laboratory experience and assignments are designed to provide hands-on experience for students and application of the lecture components. Prerequisite: SMS 352 .
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SMS 351 Health Promotion and Disease Prevention 3 Credit(s) W-III
Through lecture, discussion, article reviews, and the completion of various writing assignments, students will have the opportunity to study health and exercise science-related literature and research and gain a fundamental understanding of the prevention, pathophysiology, epidemiology, and control of pathological conditions. Required for Health Education Teacher Education concentration.This course is not open to students who have received credit for SFL389. Three lecture hours per week.
Prerequisite: W-II writing course. This course satisfies the W-III requirement.
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SMS 352 Exercise Physiology 4 Credit(s) SR
The course studies the acute and chronic effects of exercise on the human condition as well as the anatomical and physiological interactions necessary to perform exercise. Adaptive responses to exercise will included the musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, cardiovascular, endocrine and respiratory system. Attention will be given to bioenergetics and nutrition. Three lecture hours and two laboratory hours per week. This course is required of ATR and in the Exercise Science and Physical Education Teacher Education concentrations. Not open to students who have received credit for BIO324.
Prerequisites: BIO200 -201 or or permission of Department Chairperson.
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SMS 355 Directed Study in Exercise Science 3 Credit(s)
This course is designed to provide the student with an opportunity for practical experience in an approved facility within a subdiscipline of exercise science. The experience will be a minimum of 8 hours per week, 112 hours total per semester. Required of and restricted to Exercise Science Concentration students. Prerequisites: SMS 352 and ATR 356 .
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SMS 360 Stress and Health Empowerment 3 Credit(s) PGR
This course provides a comprehensive view of stress and stress management. The concept of stress, the psychophysiology of stress, the relation of stress to the different dimensions of wellness, the measurement of stress, prevention and intervention strategies, and special topics surrounding stress. The course meets the Personal Growth and Responsibility requirement. The course meets three lecture hours per week and is not open to students who have received credit for SFL363.
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SMS 361 Issues in Public and Community Health 3 Credit(s)
This course helps students become effective public and community educators by increasing knowledge in both public and community health areas and enhancing individual skills and competencies essential to this career field. The course provides an overview of the organization, role, and structure of community health agencies, with a specific emphasis on health education services. In addition, the course will cover the important role of national and global governance in public health. Three lecture hours per week. Required for Health & Consumer Science Concentration students. Not open to students that have received credit for SFL230.
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SMS 362 Techniques for Healthy And Safe Food Preparation 1 Credit(s)
Through laboratory experiences and discussion this course is designed to introduce students to the modern concepts of nutrition related to the principles of food selection, preparation and handling. Emphasis will be placed on healthy menu planning, food sanitation and addressing nutrition competencies contained in the Massachusetts Health Curriculum Frameworks. One three-hour laboratory session per week. Lab fee may be required. Course may be held at off campus location. Required for the Health and Consumer Science Concentration.
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SMS 371 Camp Administration 3 Credit(s)
This course includes history and philosophy of the camp movement, program planning, staffing, policies and procedures essential to the administration of a camp. Special emphasis is placed on agency, sport and specialty camps. Three lecture hours per week. Required Recreation & Park Management specialization in the Recreation Management Concentration. SMS major elective. Not open to students who have received credit for SFL371 or SFL371A.
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SMS 373A Fitness Programming and Management 3 Credit(s)
This course is designed to teach the student the basic management skills necessary to initiate and maintain the various operational and functional aspects of fitness program development. Three lecture hours per week. Required for Fitness/Wellness Concentration. Not open to students who have received credit for SFL373 OR SMS373.
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SMS 374 Commercial Recreation 3 Credit(s)
This course examines the developing field of commercial recreation. Through lecture, discussion and on-site analysis, a comprehensive study of various aspects of this field will be covered. Particular attention will be given to the impact of this rapidly growing aspect of the leisure industry. Three lecture hours per week. Field trips may be required. Elective for the Recreation Management Concentration. Not open to students who have received credit for SFL374.
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SMS 375 Park Management and Planning 3 Credit(s)
The purpose of this course is to give the student an overview of management, planning, and operation of park resources, including the management of visitors and recreation development. Issues surrounding competing uses, public involvement, and the preservation and conservation of resources will be studied in detail. Three lecture hours per week. SMS major elective. Required for the Recreation and Park Management Specialization in the Recreation Management Concentration. Open to all studentss. Recommended for Junior year.
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SMS 376 Customer Service in Recreation 3 Credit(s)
This course explores customer relations, regional and cultural differences of diverse visitors, and workplace diversity in recreation. The use of effective communication skills and a comparison of customer service models are included. Students will design a customer service policy for a recreation orgranization, customer satisfaction surveys, a training module for employees, and analyze retention rates of visitors/customers. Three lecture hours per week. SMS major elective. Required for the Recreation Management Concentration/Minor. Open to all students.
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SMS 377 Recreational Sport Administration 3 Credit(s) W-II
Recreational sports is a foundation of both the recreation and sport management fields. Through this course, students will gain an understanding of programmatic elements and techniques in recreational sports administration. Topics include community, informal, intramural, club, league-based, and instructional sports programming; values of recreational sports; and terminology and career opportunities in various recreational sport settings.Three lecture hours per week. W-II
Prerequiste: W-I course
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SMS 380 Teaching Elementary Physical Education 3 Credit(s)
This course examines elementary physical education programs based on fundamental locomotor, nonmanipulative, and manipluative skill themes. The study and discussion of elementary curriculum, teaching methodologies, unit and lesson planning, motivational, management, and discipline techniques will be included. Three lecture hours per week. Course requirements include fifteen hours of field-based experience in elementary physical education classes. Required course in the Elementary Physical Education Concentration. Not open to students who have received credit for SFL321P or SFL321R. Prerequisites: SFL198 or SMS 177 , and SFL200 or SMS 200 , and matriculated into the Elementary Physical Education Concentration.
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SMS 382 Physical Education and Health for Children with Special Needs 3 Credit(s)
This course will present legislative interpretation assisting students planning to work with children with special needs. The intent of the course is to familiarize students with the variety of special needs disabilities, which one may encounter in a classroom or client setting. Teaching methodologies will be considered. Three lecture hours per week. Ten hours of field-based experiences in physical education or health and consumer science classrooms are required. Students should have completed one of the following: SFL200, SMS200 , SFL221, or SMS201 . Not open to students who have received credit for SFL324 or SFL324B.
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SMS 383 Assessment in Physical Education and Education 3 Credit(s)
This course is designed to provide the student with knowledge of tests, measurements, and elementary statistical techniques. Topics include the construction, selection, and interpretation of evaluative instruments. Emphasis is placed on designing and implementing practical assessments in physical and health education. The course meets for three hours per week and is required of SMS Physical Education and Health Concentrations. Not open to students who have taken SFL323 or SFL323A.
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SMS 385 Teaching Secondary Physical Education 4 Credit(s)
This course examines secondary physical education models and effective teaching strategies in middle and high school physical settings. The examination of secondary curriculum, unit/lesson planning, teaching methodologies, management techniques, legal/ethical responsibilities, and leadership skills. Three lecture hours per week. Course requirements include fifteen hours of field-based experience in secondary physical education classes. Required course in the Physical Education Concentration. Not open to students who have received credit for SFL322P.
Prerequisites: SFL198 or SMS 177 , and SFL221 or SMS 201 , and matriculated into the Physical Education Concentration.
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SMS 390 Legal Issues in Sport Science 3 Credit(s)
This course is designed to familiarize the student with legal terminology, laws and regulations, and current issues dealing with sport science. Students will become familiar with the legal concepts in the areas that they are most likely to encounter in the workplace. Three lecture hours per week. SMS major elective. Required for Sport Management, Elementary and Secondary Physical Education, Fitness/Wellness, and Recreation Management Concentrations and Coaching and Sport Management Minors. Not open to students who have received credit for SFL327B.
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SMS 391 Financial Aspects of Sport Industries 3 Credit(s)
Sport has become a major industry within the national economy. As such sport industries contribute to the shaping of our national economy. Particular attention will be given to such areas as economic theory and perspectives related to the sport industries; economic impact of television, venues, and events; budgeting principles; and fiscal control. Three lecture hours per week. SMS major elective. Required for Sport Management Concentration and Sport Management Minor. Open to all students. Recommended for Junior year. Not open to students who have received credit for SFL329. Prerequisites: and ECO 202 .
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SMS 392 Ethics and Communication in Sport Management 3 Credit(s)
This course is designed to provide students with an understanding of various leadership skills, with a strong emphasis placed upon the ethical and communication proficiencies necessary to be an effective sport manager. Emphasis will be placed upon ethical theories and responsibilities as they apply to the sport management setting, as well as how to effectively communicate a course of action based upon ethical principles. Interactions and information exchange both internal and external to the sport organization will also be examined. Three lecture hours per week. Required for Sport Management Concentration. Not open to students who have received credit for SFL376. Prerequisites: SFL220B or SMS 290 , SFL242 or SMS 291 , SFL327B or SMS 390 , and SFL329 or SMS 391 .
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SMS 396 Directed Field Experience in Sport Management 3 Credit(s)
This course is designed to offer the student an applied experience in the sport industry, based on site approval. Performed on or in close proximity to the campus, the field experience will provide the opportunity for the student to observe and assist another professional. A minimum of one hundred and thirty-five (135) field hours required. Required for Sport Management Concentration. Recommended for Junior year. Not open to students who have received credit for SFL326A. Prerequisites: SFL220B or SMS 290 , SFL242 or SMS 291 , and SFL327B or SMS 390 .
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SMS 400 Special Topics in Sport & Movement Science 3 Credit(s)
This course provides an opportunity for intensive study in a selected area of Sport & Movement Science. Topics will vary from semester to semester, and will be announced in advance. Three hours per week. Prerequisite: Junior standing or permission of Department Chairperson.
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SMS 402 Study-Travel Seminar in SMS 3 Credit(s)
This is a study/travel course concerning selected sport or recreation issues or problems based in a specific region followed by intensive field study in the area concerned. Topic varies. Three-six lecture hours per week depending on credit load. Focus may be on regions in the United States or international areas. Course repeatable with permission of the Department Chairperson. Additional course fees may be associated with this course.
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SMS 420 Aquatic Therapy 3 Credit(s)
Students will gain knowledge and skills to work with clients in the water for swimming, exercise, and leisure. Current research and protocols will be reviewed for clients with diabetes, arthritis, pregnancy, or orthopedic injuries and more. Legislation and risk management will be addressed. Use of special equipment and communication systems will be introduced. Three lecture/lab hours per week are required, plus a 10 hour field experience. Required for Aquatic Management specialization in the Recreation Management Concentration. Major elective. Open to all students who have not received credit for SFL213B. Prerequisites: One of the following: SFL152 or , or SFL291 or , and SFL215B or , or permission of the Department Chairperson.
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SMS 421 Water Safety Instructor 3 Credit(s)
This course trains candidates to teach American Red Cross swimming, diving and water safety courses within a minimum of 36 hours of active participation. Considerable practice teaching is required for certification. Three lecture/lab hours per week plus field trip. Required of Aquatic Management specialization in the Recreation Management Concentration. Major elective. Open to all students who have not received credit for SFL490A. CORI/SORI required.
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SMS 425 Directed Field Experience in Aquatic Management 3 Credit(s)
This course is designed to offer the student the opportunity for practical experience in the field of aquatics. Seminars will be held regularly to allow students to discuss and analyze their experience. Minimum of seventy-five hours required. Recreation Management Concentration elective. Not open to students who have previously received credit for SFL410.
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SMS 435 Directed Field Experience in Coaching 3 Credit(s)
This course is designed to expose the student to the many aspects of coaching. The student will be able to observe and assist and will have the opportunity to analyze his/her experiences under the supervision of a varsity coach. Requirement for Coaching Minor and Certificate programs. Field-based experience and seminars will be included. Minimum of one hundred and thirty-five (135) hours required. Not open to those who have received credit for SFL430A. Prerequisites: SMS 230 , SFL250A or SMS 231 , SFL331A or SMS 331 , and SFL327B or SMS 390 .
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SMS 452 Exercise Physiology II 4 Credit(s)
This course will focus on fitness assessment and exercise considerations for special populations. The effects of exercise on the process of aging from childhood through life cycle will be examined. The special needs of those individuals with various medical conditions will be explored with regards to race and gender. Research in the areas of exercise physiology and medicine will serve as resources for the development of safe and effective exercise programs for individuals with special needs. Special topics will include exercise at altitude and exercise prescription for versus fitness. The course will meet for three lecture hours and two laboratory hours per week. Laboratory experience will introduce students to appropriate measurement techniques in exercise physiology with special populations and focus on graded exercise testing. Required of Exercise Science concentration students. Prerequisites: SMS 174 , SMS 350 , SMS 352 and ATR 356 .
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SMS 455 Directed Field Experience in Fitness/wellness 3 Credit(s)
This course is designed to provide the student with an opportunity for practical experience in an approved fitness/wellness facility. (A minimum of 8 hours per week, 112 hours total per semester). Required of and restricted to Fitness/Wellness Concentration/Minor students. Not open to students who have received credit for SFL440 or SFL440A. Prerequisites: SFL261 or SMS 260 , SFL373 or SMS 373A , and SFL340A or SMS 350 .
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SMS 460 Teaching Methods and Materials in Health/Family and Consumer Sciences 3 Credit(s)
The course emphasizes teaching methodologies for all grade levels. Consideration of materials applicable to health/family and consumer science, evaluation techniques, discipline techniques, preparation of teaching units and bibliographies; and a survey of current literature in the field. Three lecture hours per week. Course requirements include fifteen (15) hours of field-based experience in health education classes with grades (PreK-12). Required for Health Education Teacher Education concentration. Not open to students who have received credit for SFL360 or SFL360B.
Prerequisites: SFL198 or SMS177 , and SFL200 or SMS200 , and SFL261 or SMS260 , and matriculation in the Health and Consumer Science Concentration.
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SMS 465A Directed Field Experience in Health/Family and Consumer Science 3 Credit(s)
This course is designed to offer the student an applied experience in a health education setting. Through assignments, the student will gain direct experience in the field of health education. A minimum of seventy-five (75) hours is required, which includes field based experience and seminar meetings. Not open to students who have received credit for SFL443 or SFL443B or SMS465.
Prerequisites: SMS460
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SMS 471 Environmental Education 3 Credit(s)
This course is intended to provide a general overview toward an understanding of the philosophies, theories, and methods common to the process of environmental education. Students will apply their knowledge through the development and presentation of environmental education lesson plans in classroom and applied settings. Three lecture hours per week. This course serves as an SMS major elective and a Recreation Management Concentration elective. Open to all students.
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SMS 475 Directed Field Experience in Recreation Management 3 Credit(s)
This course is designed to provide the student with an opportunity for practical experience in the field of recreation. Seminars will be held regularly to allow students to discuss and analyze their experiences in the field of recreation. Minimum of eight hours per week and additional required seminars. Open only to students in the Recreation Management Concentration/Minor. Required for Recreation & Park specialization. Not open to students who have received credit for SFL470. Prerequisite: SFL270 or .
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SMS 476 Senior Seminar in Exercise Science 2 Credit(s)
Senior Seminar is a capstone course in the Exercise Science concentration, bridging the foundational curricular experience with professional preparedness and/or professional certification. Senior Seminar involves directed preparation for the ACSM-HFS or NSCA-CSCS certification Exam. Students will build a resume and professional portfolio. Fulfills Capstone requirement in Exercise Science concentration. Restricted to Exercise Science concentration students. Prerequisite: SMS355 .
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SMS 477 Research Practicum in Exercise Science I 4 Credit(s)
This course is designed to provide the student with practical experience conducting research in Exercise Science under the supervision of a faculty member. Four contact hours combined as three lecture and one laboratory hours.
Prerequisite: Research Methods (SMS281). Students will register for SMS477 under the Research Coordinator and concurrently complete 1 credit of laboratory section with their supervising professor. Required of SMS Exercise Science Students in Research track.
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SMS 477H Research Practicum in Exercise Science I 4 Credit(s)
“This course is designed to provide students in the Commonwealth Honors Program with practical experience conducting research in Exercise Science under the supervision of a faculty member. This course, along with SMS478H satisfies the thesis requirement for the Commonwealth Honors Program. Three lecture hours and one laboratory hour per week.
Prerequisite: SMS281 and IDS600H. Co-requisite IDS601H.
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SMS 478 Research Practicum in Exercise Science II 4 Credit(s)
This course is a continuation of SMS477 and is designed to expand on the student’s practical experience conducting research in Exercise Science under the supervision of a faculty member. Four contact hours combined as three lecture and one laboratory hours.
Prerequisite: Research Practicum I (SMS477). Students will register for SMS478 under the Research Coordinator and concunently complete 1 credit of laboratory section with their supervising professor. Required of SMS Exercise Science Students in Research track.
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SMS 478H Research Practicum in Exercise Science II 4 Credit(s)
This course is designed to provide students in the Commonwealth Honors Program with practical experience conducting research in Exercise Science under the supervision of a faculty member. This course satisfies the thesis requirement for the Commonwealth Honors Program. Three lecture hours and one laboratory hour per week.
Prerequisite: SMS477H.
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SMS 480 Philosophical Aspects of Physical Education 3 Credit(s) W-III
This course examines the development of physical education philosophies from the Greek culture to the present, through a series of reading and writing assignments. Philosophies of physical education and governing organizations will be included. Contemporary learning theories and curriculum development will be studied in relation to teaching philosophies. Instructor and peer discussions will assist students through the process of developing a philosophy of physical education statement. Three lecture hours per week. The course is required for students in the Physical Education concentrations Elementary and Secondary. Prerequisites: W-II course, and SMS 380 or SMS 385 or EDC/SMS 780.
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SMS 482 Advanced Concepts in Adapted Physical Education 3 Credit(s)
This course will provide students with the theory, principles, and methods of appropriate delivery in helping individuals with disabilities enjoy the full spectrum of activities associated with sport, fitness, and movement-related programs. Professional standards needed to deliver appropriate physical education services to students with disabilities will be covered. The course will prepare the student to take the Adapted Physical Education National Standards certification examination. Three lecture hours per week. Course requirements include fifteen hours of a field based experience. SMS Major elective. Physical Education Concentration elective. Prerequisite: .
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SMS 485 Directed Field Experience in Physical Education 3 Credit(s)
This course provides a concentrated exposure in elementary or secondary physical education classes. Through assignments, the student will gain direct experience in the field of physical education. A minimum of seventy-five hours is required, which includes field-based experience and seminar meetings. Required course for and restricted to students in the Elementary and Secondary Physical Education Concentrations. Not open to students who have previously received credit for SFL420. Prerequisites: SFL198 or SMS 177 , and SFL321P, 321R, SMS 380 , SFL322P or SMS 385 , and matriculated into the Elementary or Secondary Physical Education Concentrations.
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SMS 490 Facility and Event Management in Sport industries 3 Credit(s)
This course is designed to provide the student with an understanding of principles and practices specifically related to sport facility and event management. Predominant areas of focus will include facility design, funding, financial impact, trends, risk management, crowd management, and event planning, staffing, and organization. Three lecture hours per week. Major elective. Required for Sport Management and Recreation Management Concentrations. Recommended for Senior year. Not open to students who have received credit for SFL448. Recommended prior courses: SFL220B or , SFL242 or , SFL327B or , and SFL329 or .
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SMS 491A High Performance Management 4 Credit(s)
This course examines principles and successful international practices of sport managers in their pursuit to provide participants with a gradual path to excellence. Content will include systems of coaching, facilities, competitions, qualification, talent identification, and athlete development. These integrated systems reflect an emerging global model of high performance management that drives mass participation. Four lecture hours per week. Major elective. Required for Sport Management Concentration. Recommended for senior year. Not open to students who have received credit for SMS491.
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SMS 495 Senior Seminar in Sport Management 3 Credit(s)
This course serves as a capstone for the Sport Management Concentration. It integrates current information to prepare students to enter the sport industry. Developing a professional, and personal philosophy of sport management will be covered. Additionally, resumes, job searches, graduate school programs and entry-level job requirements and expectations will be addressed. Three lecture hours per week. Required for Sport Management Concentration. Not open to students who have received credit for SFL455A. Prerequisites: SFL220B or SMS 290 , SFL242 or SMS 291 , SFL431A or SMS 302 , SFL327B or SMS 390 , SFL329 or SMS 391 , SFL376 or SMS 392 , and SFL326A or SMS 396 . Senior status and permission of Department Chair.
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SMS 500 Directed Study in Sport & Movement Science 0.5-3 Credit(s)
This is an independent study in an area of special interest in Sport and Movement Science. Prior to registration, a proposal must be submitted and approved by the instructor and the Department Chairperson. Repeatable once for a maximum of six credits.
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SMS 520 Aquatic Management Internship 3 Credit(s)
This course is designed to offer the student practical experience in areas directly related to the student’s academic and career interests. Students will be placed with various public and private agencies. Minimum of 16 hours per week, with additional required seminars. Open to SMS students only. Required for the Aquatic Management specialization in the Recreation Management Concentration. Not open to students who have received credit for SFL510. May be repeated once for credit. Prerequisite: SFL410 or .
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SMS 550 Fitness/wellness Internship 3-12 Credit(s)
This course is designed to offer a student placement in an approved career-related public or private fitness/wellness agency. Elective for and restricted to Fitness/Wellness Concentration/Minor students. Minimum of eight hours per week per three credits, with additional required seminars. Not open to students who have received credit for SFL540A. Prerequisite: SFL440A or SMS 455 .
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SMS 570A Recreation Management Internship 12 Credit(s)
This course is designed to offer the student practical experience in areas directly related to the student’s career interests. Students will be placed with various public and private agencies. A minimum of 400 hours required. Required for Recreation & Park specialization in the Recreation Management Concentration. Not open to students who have received credit for SFL570 or SMS570. Prerequisite: SFL470 or , or permission of Department Chairperson.
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SMS 572 Leisure Services Internship 12 Credit(s) CEA
While working in front line roles at Walt Disney World Theme Parks and Resorts, participants will learn transferable skills, and gain real-world experience at a Fortune 100 company. Participants on the Disney College Program also custom design a learning curriculum that best suits their needs and interests, including one college ACE eligible course, one professional development seminar, and specialized learning activities. Integral to the live and learn experience is the opportunity for students to meet, work and live with people from all over the world. Acceptance by Disney into the College program is required.
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SMS 580 Internship in Exercise Science 3-6 Credit(s)
This course is designed to offer a student placement and applied experience in an approved career-related public or private facility within a sub-discipline of Exercise Science. Restricted to Exercise Science Concentration students. Required of Exercise Science students in the Professional track. 200 hours total per semester with additional required seminars.
Prerequisites: SMS355.
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SMS 590 Sport Management Internship 12 Credit(s)
This course is designed to offer the student an applied experience in the sport industry, based on site approval. This is actual field experience in a sport management setting in which management practices are applied. A minimum of four hundred (400) hours required. Required for Sport Management Concentration. Not open to students who have received credit for SFL550. Prerequisites: SFL220B or SMS 290 , SFL242 or SMS 291 , SFL326A or SMS 396 , SFL327B or SMS 390 , SFL329 or SMS 391 , SFL376 or SMS 392 , SFL431A or SMS 302 , SFL448 or SMS 490 , SFL455A or SMS 495 , and SMS 491A , or permission of Department Chairperson.
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