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HIS 333 - History of Food and Culture in Europe Credits: 3
Prerequisite/Corequisite: This course will explore the role food plays in the history of Pre-Modern Europe. Food often separates and defines particular cultures and is critical to religious rituals, social gatherings, political functions, and more. We will look at the history of food in Greek mythology, medieval feasts as political events, spices from fantastical lands creating global trading networks, and 2000 year old recipes. Students will participate in 3 cooking labs and will have the opportunity to cook and eat the foods discussed in class.
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HIS 335 - Renaissance, Reformation, and Revolution Credits: 3
A study of the political, social, intellectual, and religious history of Europe in the period 1350-1789; the decline of medieval institutions; the growth of Northern Humanism; Protestant and Catholic Reformations; religious wars; the centralization of government; the scientific revolution.
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HIS 340 - European Conquest and Exploration Credits: 3
This course examines long distance travel in medieval and Early Modern Europe for purposes of conquest, exploration, religious observance, and/or trade. By the instructor’s choice this may focus on a particular temporal period (eg. medieval, Age of Exploration, etc.) or a specific theme (eg. Trade and commerce, religious travel, warfare and crusades, colonialism, etc.)
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HIS 342 - History of Global Epidemics Credits: 3
This course explores the history of global epidemics from the Black Death in the 14th century to the Spanish flu of the early 20th century. Examining how people react to catastrophes like illness can show how they view the world, nature, other peoples, and themselves. We will be focusing on six global epidemics (plague, yellow fever, cholera, small pox, syphilis, and flu). their impact on different societies around the world, and how these diseases helped create the idea of public health.
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HIS 345 - The Struggle for Modernity: Europe in the Long 19th Century Credits: 3
The course studies the struggle in Europe to develop and embrace characteristics of modernity such as democracy, industrialization, and urbanization. Special emphasis is given to developments in Great Britain, Germany, France, and Italy.
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HIS 350 - Crisis and Union: Europe Since 1914 Credits: 3
Major developments in Europe from World War I to the present day, with particular emphasis on the rise of Hitler and the Third Reich, the Cold War, and European Union.
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HIS 351 - Colonial America Credits: 3
The story of the formation of European colonies in North America. Emphasis is on development of British colonies in North America.
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HIS 352 - The American Revolution and Beyond, 1763-1815 Credits: 3
This course covers American history from the Proclamation of 1763 and other causes of the American Revolution through the War of 1812. Topics of the course can include the Revolution, the formation of political parties, the Market Revolution, slavery, internal improvements, Native American policies and politics, and the War of 1812.
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HIS 358 - Revolution, Drugs, and Development: Perception and Reality in Latin America Credits: 3
A survey of modern Latin American history with an emphasis on the perception and reality of drugs, revolution, and economic development in the creation of modern Latin American nations. Special attention is given to Mexico, Cuba, Brazil, and Argentina.
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HIS 360 - Capitalism and Democracy in the Jacksonian Era, 1815-1845 Credits: 3
This course covers American history leading up to, during, and immediately after the Age of Jackson (1815-1845). Topics of the course can include suffrage, party politics, war with Mexico, nullification, slavery, western expansion, Indian removal, and the growth of a free market economy.
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HIS 361 - The Civil War and its Causes, 1845-1865 Credits: 3
A study of the social, economic, and political development of American society from the antebellum era through the end of the Civil War, emphasizing those features that led to the Civil War, the impact of the war on northern and southern society, and the political and social impact of the Civil War.
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HIS 363 - Origins of Modern America, 1870-1920 Credits: 3
A study of U.S. history from approximately 1870 to 1920 that explores the political, economic, social, and cultural trends that have shaped modern America. Topics include immigration, industrialization, imperialism, woman suffrage, segregation, civil rights politics, WWI, and the creation of the modern state.
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HIS 365 - America Since 1940 Credits: 3
A study of the progress of America from 1940, focusing on the impact of World War II, the Cold War, and the Vietnam War on American society. It emphasizes an understanding of various movements of social change, such as civil rights, women’s movement, student protests, and gay liberation.
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HIS 366 - Topics in Political History in 20th Century America Credits: 3
A study of American political history during the twentieth century. By the instructor’s choice, this course may be focused on a specific temporal period (e.g. Progressive Era, late Twentieth Century, etc.) or a specific theme (Sexual Politics, the Civil Rights Movement, Third Party Politics, etc.).
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HIS 371 - Movies and American Society Credits: 3
Popular movies are one of the most important forms of American mass culture in the twentieth century. In this course, we will explore the use of popular movies both as cultural artifacts (evidence) as well as a way of telling history. Thus we will learn to evaluate fictional movies for what they tell us about the era in which they were made and to appreciate the problems with the contributions of docudramas and documentaries to telling and interpreting the past.
Also Listed as: FLM 371
Note: Courses with a FLM prefix cannot be used toward an area of concentration or a secondary certification area. Students wanting to use this course toward their certification area must enroll in the HIS section of this course.
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HIS 372 - African-American Experience in US Society Credits: 3
A general survey of the experience of African-Americans from colonial times to the present, with special emphasis on the topics of slavery, racism, black identity, the civil rights movement, and the role of African-Americans in the development of American society.
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HIS 381 - U.S. as a World Power to 1898 Credits: 3
This course examines the rise of the United States as a world power from the creation of the nation to its acquisition of foreign dependencies. Emphasis will be placed on the country’s relationship with other nations.
Also Listed as: POL 381
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HIS 382 - U.S. as a World Power Since 1898 Credits: 3
This course examines the United States’ role as a world power from the end of the Spanish-American War to the end of the Cold War. Emphasis will be placed on the country’s relationship with other nations.
Also Listed as: POL 382
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HIS 390 - Museum Studies Internship Credits: 3
Prerequisite: Preference given to students who have completed the Museum Studies course and permission of the instructor.
Student-planned work experience related to museum studies. Can be repeated for a maximum of 6 hours.
Also Listed as: ART 390
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HIS 395 - American Constitutional Law Credits: 3
The major judicial decisions that have shaped the development of the American system and philosophy of government. The development of our constitution, our concepts of government, and our political and legal institutions from their origins in England and colonial America to the present time. Especially recommended for students seeking careers in law and public administration.
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HIS 401 - Internship Credits: 3-6
Prerequisite: Advanced standing and the permission of the Department Chair of History, Political Science, and Geography
Qualified students may earn credit for participating in a program approved in advance by the faculty advisor and division.
Note: The nature of the internship and the number of hours to be worked will determine the number of credit hours. A minimum of 120 hours is required for 3 hours credit. Three hours may be applied toward the major. Remaining hours will count as elective credit toward graduation.
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HIS 405 - History of Religion in America Credits: 3
A study of the relationship between religion(s) and various communities over the course of American history. The goal will be to try to understand the role that religion has played in shaping a community’s identity and understanding its place in the world and how that role has changed over time. The course will also examine the way in which religion has been shaped by society.
Also Listed as: REL 405
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HIS 410 - Methods and Materials in Secondary History and Social Studies Credits: 3
Prerequisite: Admission to teacher education
Required of students seeking teacher certification in social studies at the secondary level, with emphasis on the place of the social studies in secondary education; selection and analysis of aims and objectives; use of special techniques and methods; appraisal of techniques.
Note: This course does not fulfill the history requirement for the Social Sciences or History majors, but only the professional certification requirement.
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HIS 422 - Socialism and Communism in the Modern Era Credits: 3
Provides a comprehensive study of the theory and practice of socialism and communism in the modern world. The course examines the roots of socialism in the industrial revolution, the rise and fall of the Soviet Union, the Cold War, and communist movements in Vietnam and Latin America. The course concludes with a study of the rise of China as a world power, and contemporary communism in countries such as Cuba.
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HIS 441 - Everyday Life in America Credits: 3
A survey of U.S. social history from the Early Republic to the mid-twentieth century, looking at issues and events from the perspective of common folk, with particular attention to themes of race, class, gender, and ethnicity. Topics include slavery, industrial labor, immigration, women’s work, grassroots politics, etc.
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HIS 454 - History of the South Credits: 3
The political, social, and economic factors involved in the change from a nationally oriented to a sectionally oriented South by 1860. The impact of the Civil War and Reconstruction on the post-bellum history of the South. Turmoil and change in the twentieth century.
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HIS 463 - Archives Management Credits: 3
A survey of the major criteria, functions, and techniques of archival management.
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HIS 464 - Internship in Archives Management Credits: 3
A laboratory situation, in which the student performs all the principal functions of the archivist, using actual historical documents.
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HIS 499 - History Capstone Credits: 3
Prerequisite: Completion of HIS 211 or POL 203
A study of the use and abuse of history and historical evidence in a broad perspective, using material which majors have produced in their past coursework, as represented by portfolios of the work. This course requires students to engage in primary and secondary source analysis, archival research, and the completion of an article-length paper.
Note: Cannot be taken concurrently with HIS 211 or POL 203 .
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HO 101 - Honors Forum Credits: 1
The course consists of selected readings, special lectures, films and group discussion of current issues and problems.
Note: Pass/Fail Open only to honors students
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HO 101G - Honors Forum/Governor’s School Credits: 3
The course’s focus is on academics, leadership, creativity, and community service. Students attend selected courses in arts, humanities, sciences, special lectures, forums, panel discussions, and other special events that address current issues and problems.
Note: This course is open only to academically talented high school students who have been selected to attend the Mississippi Governor’s School.
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HO 303 - Special Topics Seminar Credits: 2
This course offers students the opportunity to study selected topics that are more detailed and specific than what is offered in the general curriculum. The topics are often interdisciplinary, and the study is student motivated and directed.
Note: This course is taken by Honors students typically in their junior year.
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HO 401 - Independent Study I Credits: 3
A faculty-supervised reading course for junior or senior students who are participants in the university’s Honors Program. The readings are intended to prepare the student to undertake an independent research project in Independent Study II. To receive credit for HO 401, a research proposal written by the student must be approved by the Project Committee.
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HO 402 - Independent Study II Credits: 3
A faculty-supervised course that is taken after the completion of HO 401 . Credit for this course is given when the student completes an independent research project. No credit is given for this course until the student presents an acceptable oral report and submits an acceptable paper based on the guidelines approved by the Honors Committee and the Project Committee.
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IS 101 - Law School Preparation Credits: 1
This course is designed to help students prepare to take the LSAT required for admission to law school, provide field trip opportunities to regional law schools, prepare applications for law school, and be successful in the first year of law school.
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IS 199 - Professional Development in the Humanities Credits: 1
This course is designed for the upper level humanities student and is organized to encourage job preparedness, professional etiquette, and the overall ability to communicate professionally in oral and written formats. Class assignments include finding appropriate professional positions, writing a cover letter, creating a CV or resume, applying for graduate school, salary negotiation, and mock interviews.
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IS 499 - Interdisciplinary Studies Capstone Credits: 3
Prerequisite: Senior standing and approval of the Dean of Arts and Sciences
A faculty-supervised senior project designed to synthesize the disciplines the student has pursued in the Interdisciplinary Studies degree. The student’s project proposal must be approved in advance by the Interdisciplinary Studies Committee.
Note: No credit for this course will be awarded until the student submits an acceptable project and presents an acceptable oral report on the project.
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KIN 101 - Beginning Swimming Credits: 1
(2.5 contact hours per week for a semester.)
Fundamental strokes which include elementary back stroke, front crawl and side stroke; additional skills as sculling, treading water, floating, diving and basic water safety measures. Course is designed for non-swimmers.
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KIN 110 - Water Aerobics Credits: 1
(2.5 contact hours per week for a semester.)
A non-impact aerobic activity. Both shallow and deep water exercise provided.
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KIN 115 - Dance Survey Credits: 1
(2.5 contact hours per week for a semester.)
The study and practice of three forms of dance. Included are the American forms of square, round and long-way dances, and folk dances of various countries; the influence of customs of the people on the dance. Current fad dances are also introduced.
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KIN 120 - Yoga Credits: 1
(2.5 contact hours per week for a semester.)
Yoga is an ancient system of care for total health of body and mind. This class will emphasize the physical benefits of yoga which include muscle balance, skeletal alignment, muscle strength, muscle elasticity, increased range of motion, improved coordination and improved function of internal glands and organs.
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KIN 123 - Badminton-Archery Credits: 1
(2.5 contact hours per week for a semester.)
One-half of the semester is devoted to instruction in badminton, including fundamental strokes, rules, tactics for singles and doubles play. One-half of the semester is spent in instruction in archery, including fundamental techniques and target shooting.
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KIN 125 - Yogalates Credits: 1
This course combines the basic movements of Yoga and Pilates. Strength and flexibility are emphasized. the course develops core strength and improves range of motion.
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KIN 127 - Beginning Golf Credits: 1
(2.5 contact hours per week for a semester.)
Instruction in fundamental use of the various clubs. Rules and etiquette are included.
Note: Course Fee Required.
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KIN 129 - Beginning Fencing Credits: 1
(2.5 contact hours per week for a semester.)
Instruction in techniques, footwork and bouting; experience in officiating bouts.
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KIN 130 - Pilates Credits: 1
(2.5 contact hours per week for a semester.)
The Pilates Method is an exercise system focused on improving flexibility and strength for the total body without building bulk
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KIN 131 - Beginning Tennis Credits: 1
(2.5 contact hours per week for a semester.)
Introduction to fundamental strokes, footwork, playing techniques, rules and etiquette.
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KIN 133 - Basketball/Softball Credits: 1
(2.5 contact hours per week for a semester.)
Instruction and practice in fundamental skills, rules and team play.
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KIN 134 - Volleyball/Soccer Credits: 1
(2.5 contact hours per week for a semester.)
Instruction and practice in fundamental skills, rules and team play.
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KIN 138 - Advanced Pilates Credits: 1
(2.5 contact hours per week for a semester.)
Prerequisite: KIN 130
Advanced Pilates is similar to the beginner routine except that it utilizes advanced techniques of positioning and pacing for each exercise.
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KIN 140 - Aerobic Dance Credits: 1
(2.5 contact hours per week for a semester.)
A series of aerobic exercises set to music and designed to improve one’s health related fitness. Each component of fitness (cardiovascular and muscular endurance, muscular strength, flexibility, and body composition) will be assessed, discussed, and enhanced during class.
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KIN 142 - Beginning Racquetball Credits: 1
(2.5 contact hours per week for a semester.)
Instruction in fundamental strokes, tactics, and rules.
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KIN 144 - Conditioning Credits: 1
(2.5 contact hours per week for a semester.)
Emphasis on developing a personal level of health-related fitness. The physiological basis for improving fitness is studied. Aerobic exercises are utilized to change body fat content, regulate body metabolism, and improve cardiovascular fitness. Exercises are conducted to improve muscular strength, endurance, and flexibility.
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KIN 145 - Bowling Credits: 1
(2.5 contact hours per week for a semester.)
Instruction and practice in fundamental skills with emphasis on spot bowling as recommended by National Bowling Congress.
Note: Fee required.
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KIN 147 - Weight Training Credits: 1
(2.5 contact hours per week for a semester.)
Using weight training/conditioning activities to develop health-related physical fitness. Assessment and exercise prescription are used to improve components of fitness.
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KIN 148 - Fitness Walking Credits: 1
(2.5 contact hours per week for a semester.)
This course will emphasize the use of fitness walking to improve cardiovascular fitness. Classes will include periodic use of weights and resistance training to improve muscular fitness and flexibility training to improve flexibility. Students will learn to calculate target heart rate, evaluate personal fitness level and determine fitness goals.
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KIN 149 - Recreational Sports Credits: 1
(2.5 contact hours per week for a semester.)
Instruction in fundamental skills, rules and strategy of recreational type of sports: pickleball, table tennis, billiards, shuffleboard, horseshoes, floor tennis, and paddle tennis.
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KIN 150 - Step Aerobics Credits: 1
(2.5 contact hours per week for a semester.)
A step approach is utilized for obtaining optimal health related physical fitness including cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength and endurance, flexibility and ideal body composition. The correct techniques of step aerobics will be emphasized and practiced. Step Aerobics is fitness training of high intensity.
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KIN 158 - Advanced Fitness Walking Credits: 1
(2.5 contact hours per week for a semester.)
This class is designed for those who walk on a regular basis and wish to improve both time and distance.
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KIN 171 - Personal Defense for Women Credits: 1
(2.5 contact hours per week for a semester.)
Designed to teach the skills and knowledge essential to defending oneself against an aggressor, avoiding potentially dangerous situations and preventing physical attacks.
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KIN 180 - Fitness and Wellness I Credits: 1
This course is designed to increase knowledge of how lifestyle choices relate to wellness and to improve a student’s personal level of health-related physical fitness through an instructional program emphasizing cardiovascular endurance and body composition.
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KIN 181 - Fitness and Wellness II Credits: 1
This course is designed to increase knowledge of the basic principles of physical fitness and how to put together a complete fitness program, as well as to improve a student’s personal level of health-related fitness through an instructional program emphasizing muscular strenght, muscular endurance, and flexibility.
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KIN 201 - Intermediate Swimming Credits: 1
(2.5 contact hours per week for a semester.)
Prerequisite: KIN 101 or its equivalent
Strokes include front crawl, back crawl, side stroke, elementary back, and breast stroke; diving and surface diving. Emphasis is placed on skill in distance swimming.
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KIN 207 - Skin and Scuba Diving Credits: 1
(2.5 contact hours per week for a semester.)
Prerequisite: KIN 201 or its equivalent
Instruction in the fundamental skills of diving with self-contained underwater breathing apparatus; progression according to ability of the student.
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KIN 208 - Advanced Diving/Rescue Credits: 1
(2.5 contact hours per week for a semester.)
Prerequisite: PADI Open Water Diver certification or equivalent
Instruction in two certification levels: Advanced Open Water Diver and Rescue Diver. The standards and procedures are set by PADI.
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KIN 209 - Lifeguard Training Credits: 2
(2.5 contact hours per week for a semester.)
Prerequisite: KIN 201 or its equivalent
Instruction and certification in standard Red Cross Lifeguard Training.
Note: This course will fulfill one hour of the university core requirement.
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KIN 210 - Foundations of Kinesiology Credits: 3
Prerequisite: HK Major
This course presents an introduction to the different domains of Kinesiology, the study of human movement. Students will learn basic information about each area including the history of physical education and sport, the importance of physical activity and exercise, the applications of human movement in Physical Education, exercise, and sport. Students will also be introduced to different career options in Kinesiology.
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KIN 231 - Intermediate Tennis Credits: 1
(2.5 contact hours per week for a semester.)
Prerequisite: KIN 131 or its equivalent
Development of skills; emphasis on singles and doubles play.
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KIN 240 - Aerobic Dance II Credits: 1
(2.5 contact hours per week for a semester.)
Prerequisite: KIN 140 or equivalent
Emphasis is placed on physical fitness, improvement of dance skills and coordination, and opportunities for choreography of aerobic exercise routines.
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KIN 247 - Nutrition and Physical Activity in Weight Management Credits: 3
Introduction to the practice of weight management based on sound principles of nutrition and physical activity.
Also Listed as: FN 247
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KIN 248 - Techniques of Officiating Volleyball Credits: 1
Lecture/Laboratory (12)
Study of rules and practice in techniques of officiating volleyball. National Federation Rules (high school). Officiating laboratory in intramural program.
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KIN 253 - Leadership in Community Recreation Credits: 3
Leadership training for all phases of the community recreation program. Materials and methods of all types of activities are studied.
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KIN 254 - Survey of Officiating Credits: 3
This course will introduce the student to the structure and application of sports officiating. Emphasis will be placed on specific rules governing different sports. Topics will include enforcement, etiquette, and ethics in officiating athletic contests. Students will apply topics learned in lecture to officate simulated athletic contests.
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KIN 260 - History and Principles of Physical Education Credits: 3
A study of the philosophical, historical and sociocultural foundations of physical education; the role of sport and health promotion in contemporary life and examination of current physical education programs and purposes.
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KIN 285 - Technology in Exercise and Sport Sciences Credits: 3
This course is designed to provide the exercise/health science majors additional experiences with personal computers and other current technology associated with the profession.
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KIN 299 - Special Topics in Health and Kinesiology Credits: 1-3
Courses taught at irregular intervals or upon the demand of at least 10 students; course developed to meet special needs, times or current relevant topics in the Health and Kinesiology area. One hour activity offerings will count toward the HK/KIN core activity requirement.
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KIN 308 - Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries and First Aid Credits: 3
Three hours lecture and one laboratory hour a week
Prerequisite: BSB 142
The standard Red Cross course in First Aid is included. Techniques for care of typical injuries in athletics are studied and training programs for preventive care are included.
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KIN 308L - Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries Laboratory Credits: 1
Prerequisite/Corequisite: KIN 308
Complements lectures in KIN 308 .
Note: Must be taken concurrently with KIN 308 .
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KIN 313 - Water Safety Instructor’s Course Credits: 2
(2.5 contact hours per week for a semester.)
Prerequisite: KIN 209
Instruction and certification in standard Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Course.
Note: This course will fulfill one hour of the university core requirement.
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KIN 316 - Practicum in Health and Kinesiology Credits: 3
Prerequisite: KIN 140 or KIN 150 , KIN 147 , KIN 361 w/lab
Course is designed to provide observation and practice of leadership in a physical education program, recreation agency, or fitness facility. Emphasis is placed on assessment, goal setting, prescription of exercise, and/or experience in program development.
Note: Approval by faculty advisor is mandatory before registration.
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KIN 320 - Camping and Outdoor Education Credits: 3
Lecture/Laboratory (22)
The study of environmental concerns, conservation, and the balance of nature; specific techniques and skills include backpacking, orienteering, rappelling, canoeing, hunter safety and hunter skills.
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KIN 340 - Physiology of Exercise and Healthy Aging Credits: 3
Prerequisite: BSB 151 or BSB 152 or BSB 141 or BSB 142 or BSM 131
A study of the physiological systems of the body, normal aging, age-related disease, and the role of physical activity in healthy aging.
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KIN 341 - Group Exercise Instruction Credits: 2
Prerequisite: KIN 140 , KIN 150 , or KIN 144
Emphasis is placed on physical fitness, improvement of dance skills and coordination, and opportunities for choreography and instruction of aerobic exercise routines.
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KIN 350 - Psychology of Exercise and Sport Credits: 3
Prerequisite: PSY 101 , PSY 206
The study of scientific research and empirical evidence relating to instructing individuals in exercise and/or sport; development of philosophical framework and psychological skills needed for successful motivation, communication, and leadership.
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KIN 351 - Materials and Methods of Teaching Physical Education and Health in the Elementary School Credits: 3
Prerequisite: ED 300 , ED 302
Philosophy, techniques, materials, and activities essential for teaching physical education at the elementary school level.
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KIN 361 - Physiology of Exercise Credits: 4
Three hours lecture, one hour laboratory
Prerequisite: BSB 141 , BSB 142
Study of the energy systems and effect of physical exercise upon the muscular, circulatory, respiratory and nervous systems; relationship of strength, flexibility, endurance, fatigue, training, and nutrition to the efficiency of human, physical performance.
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KIN 361L - Physiology of Exercise Laboratory Credits: 0
This is a lab component for KIN 361 , to be required of majors. It provides experiential activities which augment the lecture section.
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KIN 371 - Motor Development Credits: 3
The study of motor development and correlates of motor skill acquisition. Included are the psychological, sociological and physiological factors which affect the rate and manner in which motor skills are learned.
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KIN 390 - Anatomical Kinesiology Credits: 3
Three hours lecture and one hour laboratory
Prerequisite: KIN 147 , BSB 141 or permission of the Health and Kinesiology Department Chair
Study of the principles of body mechanics, analysis of joint movement and muscle action in relation to physical activity.
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KIN 403 - Graded Exercise Testing Credits: 3
Prerequisite: BSB 141 , BSB 142
Designed to provide lecture and laboratory activities in all aspects of administering and monitoring various exercise testing modalities and procedures. Includes basic EKG interpretation.
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KIN 405 - Measurement and Evaluation in Health and Kinesiology Credits: 3
Prerequisite: KIN 285 or MIS 157 or MIS 160 . Senior status preferred. Junior standing required.
Study of measurement and evaluation procedures; use of tests in school programs; selection of tests for motor ability, sports skills, physical fitness, knowledge and the affective domain. Measurement and evaluation in fitness programs in non-school settings is included. Basic research design in halth and kinesiology is introduced.
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KIN 406 - Research Methods in the Health Sciences Credits: 3
Prerequisite: HED 240 , HED 241 , KIN 210 , and KIN 285
This course is designed to provide an overview or research design, methods, and ethics for undergraduate students in the health sciences.
Also Listed as: HED 406
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KIN 408 - Biomechanics Credits: 3
Prerequisite: KIN 390 and PSP 211
This course addresses the kinetics and kinematics of human movement and the techniques of assessment.
Note: This course will require one additional contact hour per week of lab.
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KIN 410 - Professional Field Work in Sport Management Credits: 3
This experience is built upon the ability of the student to function as a professional worker in the field of sport management. The standard is 120 clock hours in professional experience. Supervisors come from the agency as well as the University.
Note: Approval by faculty advisor is mandatory before registration.
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KIN 415 - Independent Study in Health, Physical Education and Recreation Credits: 3
A course designed for physical education majors who are capable of doing independent research. The proposed research project must be approved by the faculty member who will supervise the work. A written report conforming to acceptable style manuals will be required.
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KIN 416 - Internship Credits: 3-9
Prerequisite: Completion of all coursework Field experience of at least 240 hours
The student will work in an approved agency in which there is opportunity to apply and extend knowledge of all theoretical concepts. Observation by a faculty member is combined with on-site supervision. Specific goals, procedures, and evaluation techniques are developed for each intern. Application and approval by faculty advisor is mandatory before registration.
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KIN 430 - Legal Aspects of Sport Credits: 3
Prerequisite: Junior or Senior Standing
Introduction to the legal actions which may occur in sport activities or events. Tort, constitutional, contract and statutory laws are the basis for the course.
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KIN 440 - Sport Facilities and Event Management Credits: 3
Prerequisite: KIN 340
Introduction to the many management and planning processes of producing a sporting event and the process of design, redesign, and maintenance of event facilities whether indoor or outdoor.
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