435 Promotion of Worksite Health and Human Performance (3)
This course is designed to present an integrated, step-by-step approach to planning and implementing worksite health and human performance in a variety of settings.
436 Exercise Science and Health Promotion for Developmentally Challenged (3)
Lecture, demonstration, and practical experiences in the study of exercise, health, and leisure sports and their implications for the developmentally challenged; emphasis on methods and techniques for teachers, coaches, and exercise leaders in meeting the legal, ethical, and moral obligations of the developmentally challenged. Prerequisites: HHP 302 or equivalent and junior level; or graduate standing.
440 Advanced Exercise Physiology (3)
This course details the function of organ systems emphasizing mechanisms of control and regulation during exercise. Fall semester. Prerequisites: HHP 316, 317 and approval of instructor.
441 Exercise and the Older Adult (3)
This course will examine the scientific evidence concerning the relationship between physical activity level and physical, mental, social, and psychological well being during aging. Prerequisites: HHP 316, 317 with minimum grades of C.
445 Cardiopulmonary Pathophysiology and Rehabilitation (3)
This course details the functions of the cardiovascular and respiratory systems emphasizing pathophysiology and treatment. Special reference will be made to exercise as a mode of therapy. Spring semester. Prerequisites: Nursing 226, HHP 315, 428, 429 with a minimum grade of C. Corequisites: HHP 315, 406, 411, 440, 419.
447 Teaching Health, Safety and Physical Education in Middle Grades (3)
This course will give in-depth consideration of the individuals’ responsibility to act in ways that enhance personal health; understand the concepts of adolescent physical development; obtain and apply health information; understand the knowledge, skills and attitudes that are goals of physical education; and use physical activities to promote the cognitive, affective and psychomotor domains.
449 Physical Activity Epidemiology (3)
This course addresses the principles and concepts of epidemiology related to physical activity behaviors and selected health outcomes. The student will be prepared to understand the link between physical activity and chronic diseases and begin to develop the capacity to assess evidence-based interventions designed to promote physical activity. Biological mechanisms for healthy adaptations to physical activity and the behavioral determinants of exercise participation will also be highlighted. Prerequisite: departmental approval.
451 Family Life Studies (3)
Extended study of problem issues related to family life and human sexuality; development of learning units for use in schools and community. Spring semester alternate years.
452 Problems in Health: Aging and Death Education (3)
Analysis of concepts and attitudes toward aging, death, bereavement, prevention and control of communicable and degenerative diseases. Spring semester. Prerequisites: HHP 100, 302, 303, or equivalent.
453 Substance Use, Misuse, and Abuse (3)
Extended study of problems and issues related to use, misuse, and abuse of alcohol and other drugs; development of learning units for use in schools and community. Every semester.
455 Methods and Strategies in Health Promotion (3)
Investigation of current curricula and teaching strategies employed in health education. On demand. Prerequisites: approval of instructor; senior or graduate standing.
456 Research Methods in Exercise Science and Health Promotion (3)
Study of health problems and current professional literature; review of new approaches in techniques and methodology used in health research. Spring and fall semester. Prerequisite: approval of instructor or HHP senior or graduate standing.
457 Fitness Testing and Programming (3)
Introduces students to the various concepts and procedures involved in fitness testing and programming. Students will learn how to screen individuals to determine the appropriateness and safety of test administration, and how to properly administer, interpret and develop exercise programs based on a variety of fitness tests and the individual's fitness goals. Prerequisites: HHP 314, 316, 317 with minimum grades of C. Corequisite: HHP 428.
465 The Psychological Impact of Injury, Illness and Chronic Disease (3)
Designed to explore how an adult copes with an acute injury, illness or chronic disease. Content of the course is a critical review of the psychological, vocational and social implications involved in such conditions as chronic pain, coronary artery disease, orthopedic trauma, cancer, rheumatoid arthritis, and a range of functional somatic disorders.
470 Current Topics and Issues in Leisure Studies (3)
Survey of problems and concerns facing recreation leadership, management, facilities development, environmental impact, and special population groups. Spring semester. Prerequisite: above junior level.
479, 480 Internship in Exercise Science and Leisure Studies (6,6)
Supervised internship in leadership and administrative positions; full time contact, minimum eight weeks, concurrent integrative seminars. Every semester. Prerequisite: approval of program leader and HHP department head. Students in Exercise Science Concentration must first pass the ACSM Health/Fitness Instructor Certification Exam.
490r Workshop and Seminar (2-4)
Special problems; in-service education for specific groups; research in professional literature and evaluation measures to topics studied. On demand.
495r Departmental Honors (1-3 hours per term, 4 hours for the two terms)
On demand. See Departmental Honors.
497r Research (1-4)
Every semester. Prerequisite: Approval of HHP department head.
498r Individual Studies (1-4)
Every semester. Prerequisite: Approval of HHP department head.
499r Group Studies (1-4)
Every semester. Prerequisite: Approval of HHP department head.
Human Ecology
Associate Dean Anthony Lease, Head
The Department of Human Ecology offers:
- Interior Design
- Child and Family Studies
- Early Childhood Licensure (PreK-3)
- Non-licensure (services option)
- Food and Nutrition
- Dietetics
- Consumer Foods
- Interior Design
- Social Work
Human Ecology is an integrative field of study which deals with people in their environments and the reciprocal relationships that humans have with their environments. It encompasses professional study in the areas of child and family studies, Food and Nutrition (including dietetics and consumer foods options) and Interior Design.
