Course Descriptions

Undergraduate Course Descriptions

100. Aerobics. 1 hr. Theoretical bases and laboratory experiences in rhythmical activities for cardiovascular development

101. Weight Training. 1 hr. Theoretical bases and laboratory experiences in development of muscular strength, flexibility, and cardiovascular endurance.

102. Fitness Walking. 1 hr. Theoretical bases and laboratory experiences in the development of cardiovascular fitness through walking techniques.

105. Concepts in Physical Fitness. 1 hr. The course is designed to develop understanding in the conceptual knowledge of health and fitness in the development and maintenance of human wellness.

119. Beginning Volleyball. 1 hr. Theoretical concepts and laboratory experience in development of fundamental volleyball skill techniques and game strategies.

130. Racquetball. 1 hr. Theoretical concepts and laboratory experience in development of fundamental racquetball skill techniques and game strategies.

131. Fencing. 1 hr. Theoretical concepts and laboratory experience in development of fundamental fencing skill techniques and competitive strategies.

132. Beginning Badminton. 1 hr. Theoretical concepts and laboratory experience in development of fundamental badminton skill techniques and game strategies.

133. Beginning Archery. 1 hr. Theoretical concepts and laboratory experience in development of fundamental archery skill techniques and game strategies.

134. Beginning Golf. 1 hr. Theoretical concepts and laboratory experience in development of fundamental golf skill techniques and competitive strategies.

135. Beginning Yoga. 1 hr. Theoretical concepts and laboratory experience in development of strength and flexibility through yoga exercise.

136. Bowling. 1 hr. Theoretical concepts and laboratory experience in development of fundamental bowling skill techniques and competitive strategies.

140. Bicycling. 1 hr. Theoretical concepts and laboratory experience in development of skill techniques and training in bicycling.

141. Beginning Tennis. 1 hr. Theoretical concepts and laboratory experience in development of fundamental tennis skill techniques and competitive strategies.

146. Developmental Skills. 1 hr. Human Performance, Coaching and Sport Administration or Recreation majors or minors only. Activities include golf, softball, and volleyball.

147. Developmental Skills. 1 hr. Human Performance, Coaching and Sport Administration or Recreation majors or minors only. Activities include tennis, badminton, and soccer.

148. Developmental Skills. 1 hr. Human Performance, Coaching and Sport Administration or Recreation majors or minors only. Activities include aerobics, weight training, and lead-up games.

160. Beginning Swimming. 1 hr. Theoretical bases and laboratory experiences in fundamental swimming techniques and assistive rescue skills.

163. Aquatic Aerobics. 1 hr. Theoretical bases and laboratory experiences in physical conditioning techniques in the aquatic environment.

170. Beginning Karate. 1 hr. Theoretical concepts and laboratory experiences in development of fundamental karate/self-defense skill techniques.

171. Western Horsemanship. 1 hr. Theoretical concepts and laboratory experience in development of basic western saddle riding techniques.

172. Introduction to Horseshowing. 1 hr. Theoretical concepts and laboratory experiences in basic techniques of presentation of horses for show competition.

173. English Horsemanship. 1 hr. Theoretical concepts and laboratory experience in development of fundamental English saddle riding techniques.

174. Introduction to Horse Training. 1 hr. Fundamental concepts and hands-on experience with horse training techniques.

180. Skeet and Trap Shooting. 1 hr. Theoretical concepts and laboratory experience in development of skeet and trap shooting techniques. Hunter safety emphasis.

181. Beginning Social Dance. 1 hr. Basic rhythmical concepts of social dance introduced. Emphasis on development of popular ballroom techniques.

183. Pioneering. 1 hr. Orienteering and conservation skills in a recreational outdoor environment.

184. Canoeing. 1 hr. Theoretical concepts and laboratory experience in development of fundamental canoeing techniques. Boat trip safety emphasized.

185. Family Camping. 1 hr. Outdoor camping skills.

186. Freshwater Fishing. 1 hr. Basic techniques of freshwater fishing.

187. Saltwater Fishing. 1 hr. Basic techniques of saltwater fishing.

188. Square Dance. 1 hr. Basic rhythmical concepts of American Square Dance with laboratory emphasis in skill/pattern practice.

200. Leisure and Recreation in Society. 3 hrs. A study of the significance of play, recreation, and leisure in contemporary society and the evolution of organized leisure service programs.

201. Leisure Skills Development. 3 hrs. Methods and materials for selected lifetime leisure skills.

202. Introduction to Exercise Science. 1 hr. Prerequisite: HPR majors or permission of instructor. Introduction to the disciplines within exercise science, including the historical background, terminology, professional preparation, and careers.

203. Introduction to Sport Administration. 2 hrs. An overview of the history, foundation, and career opportunities in the sport industry.

205L. Dynamic Fitness. 2 hrs. Prerequisite: HPR 105. This course is designed to develop positive physical fitness practices for both short-term and long-term benefits.

209. Varsity Athletics. 1 hr. Enrollment contingent upon current participation on a recognized varsity athletic team. Pass/fail basis only. Course may be repeated. Permission of director of the school required.

210. Practicum. 1 hr. HPR majors only. Pre-internship field experience in the area of specialization. May be repeated three times.

219. Organization and Management of Athletic Training Programs. 2 hrs. Introduction to procedural aspects of athletic training room operation. Introduction to role delineations of an athletic trainer.

220. Introduction to Human Performance. 3 hrs. HPR majors and minors only. Survey of the historical and philosophical foundations of physical education and sport. Contemporary issues discussed.

234. Intermediate Golf. 1 hr. Golf techniques, game strategies, etc., for the more experienced player.

241. Intermediate Tennis. 1 hr. Tennis techniques and development of game strategies for the more experienced player.

270. Intermediate Karate. 1 hr. Prerequisite: HPR 170 or permission of instructor. Advanced self-defense techniques and development of basic karate competition strategies.

274. Taping and Wrapping of Athletic Injuries. 2 hrs. Practical taping and wrapping experiences consisting of observation and actual taping of all types of athletic injuries.

284. Creative Rhythms. 3 hrs. Physical Education majors only. Skills in basic fundamental patterns, ethnic dance. Emphasis on instructional strategies in teaching rhythmical activities.

300. Recreation SCUBA. 2 hrs. Diving skill/knowledge instruction for individuals wishing to be certified to dive recreationally.

301. Kinesiology. 3 hrs. Prerequisites: BSC 250, 250L. HPR majors and minors only. Analysis of the structural/functional aspects of human movement. HPR 301L must be taken concurrently.

301L. Kinesiology Laboratory. 1 hr. Prerequisites: BSC 250, 250L. HPR majors and minors only. To be taken concurrently with HPR 301. 

302. Techniques for Evaluating Fitness. 3 hrs. Prerequisites: HPR 308, 308L. This course provides the student with the necessary cognitive skills and appropriate lab experiences to evaluate fitness in a systematic and safe manner.

303. Evaluation in Human Performance and Recreation. 3 hrs. Administration and interpretation of evaluative techniques in human performance and recreation.

304. Nutrition and Human Performance. 3 hrs. Prerequisites: HPR 308, 308L; NFS 362 or NFS 367; CHE 106, 106L. HPR majors and minors only. The analysis and synthesis of available literature relative to nutrition and human performance.

305. Adventure Training. 2 hrs. To develop student proficiency in land and water navigation, outdoor skills, and cooperative problem solving.

306. Sport Pedagogy. 3 hrs. Pedagogical techniques of motor skill acquisition in competitive sport settings. HPR majors or minors only.

307. Organization and Administration of Sport Programs. 3 hrs. The organizational and administrative procedures of major and minor sports programs.

308. Exercise Physiology. 3 hrs. Prerequisites: BSC 250, 250L. HPR majors and minors only. A study of the physiological changes that occur in the body during muscular activity. HPR 308L must be taken concurrently.

308L. Exercise Physiology Laboratory. 1 hr. Prerequisites: BSC 250, 250L. HPR majors and minors only. To be taken concurrently with HPR 308.

309. First Aid. 2 hrs. Basic First Aid, Infant, Child, and Adult CPR as approved by the American Red Cross. Meets OSHA minimum requirements.

310. Pre-Internship in Exercise Science. 2 hrs. Prerequisites: HPR 302, HPR 308, HPR 308L, HPR 422, or permission of instructor. Exercise science majors only. Preparation for the internship experience, which consists of observation and practicing at potential exercise science internship sites, interviewing for intern, positions and writing the internship proposal.

311. Emergency Health Care. 3 hrs. Advanced First Aid and CPR with study toward instructor rating with the American Red Cross. Meets OSHA minimum requirements. HPR 311L must be taken concurrently.

311L. Emergency Health Care Laboratory. 1 hr. To be taken concurrently with HPR 311. Includes Instructor Rating Certification in Community First Aid and Safety for the American Red Cross.

314. Instructional Techniques in Team Sports. 3 hrs. Physical education majors and minors only. Instructional decision-making process specific to basketball, soccer, speedball, volleyball, and other selected team sports.

320. Preschool and Primary School Physical Education. 3 hrs. Physical Education minors or Elementary Education majors or minors only. An introduction to objectives, methods, and curriculum content of physical education for young children.

321. Elementary Physical Education. 3 hrs. Physical Education K-12 teaching majors only. Prerequisite: HPR 284. Philosophy, objectives, methods, and curriculum of elementary physical education.

322. Recreation Program Planning. 3 hrs. Prerequisite or Co-requisite: HPR 200. Procedures and methods in planning and organizing a comprehensive recreation program.

323. Recreation Leadership. 3 hrs. Prerequisite or Co-requisite: HPR 200. Methods, techniques, and materials for directing individuals in group activities.

324. Coaching Football. 3 hrs. HPR majors or minors only. Prerequisite or Co-requisite: HPR 306. The study of individual techniques, game fundamentals, and strategies used in coaching football.

325. Coaching Basketball. 3 hrs. HPR majors or minors only. Prerequisite or Co-requisite: HPR 306. Fundamentals of coaching basketball techniques, game strategies, and scouting.

326. Instructional Techniques in Individual and Dual Sports. 3 hrs. Physical Education majors or minors only. Instructional decision-making process specific to racquet sports, golf, and other selected individual and dual sports.

327. Coaching Volleyball. 2 hrs. HPR majors or minors only. Prerequisite or Co-requisite: HPR 306. Fundamentals of coaching volleyball as it relates to the selection of personnel, skill techniques, and training.

330. Issues in Sport Administration. 3 hrs. Prerequisite or Co-requisite: HPR 203. The course will focus on sport as a medium for integrating gender, ethnic, religious, political, and disability issues in society.

332. Sport Information Management. 3 hrs. This course is designed to provide an overview of the aspects of publicity, communication, and media relations in the sport industry.

336. Assessment and Evaluation in Parks and Recreation. 3 hrs. Prerequisites: MIS 201, MIS 202. Co-requisite: HPR 200. Methods and procedures for evaluating parks and recreation programs and services.

340. Coaching Golf. 2 hrs. HPR majors or minors only. Prerequisite or Co-requisite: HPR 306. Theoretical and practical approach to golf instruction. Course planning and maintenance, rules and etiquette, and tournament administration.

341. Coaching Tennis. 2 hrs. HPR majors or minors only. Prerequisite or Co-requisite: HPR 306. Techniques of coaching tennis. Construction and maintenance of tennis courts. Organization and administration of a tennis program.

344. Commercial Recreation. 3 hrs. Prerequisite: HPR 200. An overview of the knowledge, skills, and values inherent to successful commercial leisure service organizations.

345. Camp Counseling, Administration, and Operation. 3 hrs. Objectives, activities, and administration policies of organized camps.

350. Introduction to Therapeutic Recreation. 3 hrs. An overview of the therapeutic recreation profession, including historical development, professional competencies and standards, and applications across a variety of settings and populations.

350L. Introduction to Therapeutic Recreation Laboratory. 1 hr. To be taken concurrently with HPR 350.

351. Community Recreation Services for People with Disabilities. 3 hrs. A study of the concepts of and the techniques for providing and evaluating inclusive community recreation services for people with disabilities.

360. The Organization and Administration of Aquatics. 3 hrs. Community and school swimming programs, pool operation, maintenance, and sanitation.

361. Swimming for the Disabled. 1 hr. The development of techniques and activities in teaching the disabled to swim.

362. Coaching Swimming and Diving. 2 hrs. Prerequisite or Co-requisite: HPR 306. Fundamentals of coaching aquatic sport events, techniques, practice routines, and training.

363. Emergency Water Safety. 2 hrs. Prerequisite: Proficiency in swimming. American Red Cross Emergency Water Safety Certification awarded upon completion.

364. Lifeguard Training. 3 hrs. Lifeguard techniques for pool, beach, waterfront. ARC Lifeguard Training Certification.

365. Lifeguard Training Instructor. 2 hrs. Co-requisite: HPR 364 or instructor approval. Teaching lifeguard techniques. ARC Lifeguard Training Instructor Certification.

366. Theory of Teaching Swimming and Diving. 2 hrs. Organization and administration of the community swimming program.

370. Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries. 3 hrs. Theory and practice for the prospective trainer and coach.

371. Injury Care and Prevention for Athletic Trainers. 3 hrs. Prerequisites: BSC 250, 250L. Athletic Training majors only. To provide information on the prevention, care, and treatment of injuries that occur in athletic competition.

372. Athletic Therapy Modalities. 2 hrs. Prerequisite: HPR 370. The theory and operation of the most commonly used therapeutic devices of the training room. HPR 372L must be taken concurrently.

372L. Athletic Therapy Modalities Laboratory. 1 hr. Must be taken concurrently with HPR 372.

374. Evaluation Techniques of Athletic Injuries I. 3 hrs. Prerequisites: BSC 250 and HPR 370. a specialized course dealing with anatomy, injury symptoms, and specific tests to help make preliminary evaluation of injuries.

375. Evaluation Techniques of Athletic Injuries II. 3 hrs. Prerequisites: BSC 250 and HPR 370. A specialized course in initial clinical evaluation of athletic injuries, emergency care procedures, and training room administration.

378. Rehabilitation of Sports Injuries. 2 hrs. Prerequisites: BSC 250 and HPR 370. The objectives and principles used to restore injured athletes to their pre-injury level of fitness, including proper use of equipment, exercise, and flexibility.

378L. Rehabilitation of Sports Injuries Laboratory. 1 hr. Practical experience in the objectives and principles used to restore athletes to pre-injury level of fitness. Must be taken concurrently with HPR 378.

380. Advanced SCUBA. 2 hrs. Prerequisite: HPR 300 or permission of instructor. An opportunity to gain safe enjoyable experiences using advanced diving skills under controlled conditions.

390. Recreational Sport Programming. 3 hrs. Prerequisites: HPR 322. Study of sport programming in recreational settings with attention on organization, management, and problems associated with sports programs.

400. Seminar in Recreation. 1 hr. Must only be taken within two semesters of Internship. A senior seminar course designed to examine pertinent issues and current practices in recreation.

401. Corrective and Adaptive Physical Education. 3 hrs. HPR major or minors only. Recognition of and corrective exercises for functional abnormalities. Adapted techniques in instructional settings.

403. Coaching the Female Athlete. 3 hrs. An analysis and evaluation of the strategies, theories, and research methods that dominate the scientific study of women in sport and practical applications.

404. Motor Development. 3 hrs. A study of the motor aspects of the total human growth and development process. Human Performance majors, Physical Education minors only or by permission of instructor.

405. Governing Agencies in Sport. 3 hrs. An in-depth study of the government agencies related to the administration and control of athletic competition.

406. Physiology of Aging. 3 hrs. Prerequisites: HPR 308, 308L: CHE 106, 106L. This course will provide a basic scientific rationale for the development and maintenance of health fitness, focusing upon persons past 50.

407. Competitive Sports for Youth. 3 hrs. An analysis of the organization, administration, and effects of children's participation in sport.

408. Clinical Exercise Physiology. 3 hrs. HPR majors or minors only. Prerequisites: HPR 308, 308L; HPR 422; CHE 106, 106L. Exercise prescription for special populations with concerns for coronary heart disease, hypertension, renal disorders, etc.

409. Psychological and Sociological Aspects of Human Performance. 3 hrs. The analysis and study of human behavior patterns as they relate to sport-related performance.

410. Sport Promotion and Fund Raising. 3 hrs. An analysis of sport promotion processes, finance, consumer behavior, marketing, and principles of athletic fund raising.

411. Adapted Activities and Techniques for Therapeutic Recreation. 3 hrs. The principles and techniques of adapting recreation programs and activities to meet the needs of people with disabilities.

412. The Sport Enterprise. 3 hrs. Prerequisites or Co-requisites: HPR 203 and ECO 201. An introduction to the methodologies, theories, and analysis of economics and finance as they relate to amateur and professional sport entities.

413. Organization and Administration of Recreation. 3 hrs. Prerequisite or Co-requisite: HPR 322, 323. A study of the organization and administration of recreation agencies and their policies, procedures, and practices.

414. Personal and Organization Ethics in Sport. 3 hrs. The study of values and standards of ethical behavior as it relates to decision-making in the sport industry.

415. Business Procedures for Parks and Recreation. 3 hrs. Prerequisite: MIS 201, 202; HPR 322, 323. A study of specific business procedures and administrative policies.

416. Advanced Techniques of Coaching Basketball. 3 hrs. Prerequisites: HPR majors or minors only; HPR 306 and HPR 325. An in-depth study of advanced strategies, scouting, and teaching methods in coaching basketball.

417. Legal Aspects of Recreation and Leisure Services. 3 hrs. Prerequisite or Co-requisite: HPR 322, 323. Legal issues related to leisure service management, including legal foundations, legal liability, land use policy, employment regulations, disabled services, and current issues.

418. Advanced Techniques of Coaching Football. 3 hrs. Prerequisites: HPR majors or minors only; HPR 306 and HPR 324. An in-depth study of advanced techniques of coaching in offensive, defensive, and special team strategies, scouting, and teaching methods.

419. Practicum in Coaching and Sport Administration. 3-6 hrs. CSA majors and minors only. May be repeated for a total of 6 hrs. Supervised field-or-clinical-based experience in coaching or sport administration. No less than 40 contact hours per credit hour.

420. Practicum. 2-10 hrs. May be repeated for a total of 10hours. Supervised field or clinical based experience in area of specialization. HPR majors and minors only. One academic credit hour may be earned for no fewer than 40 contact hours of university-supervised experience.

421. Motor Learning and Control. 3 hrs. Prerequisites: HPR 301, 301L. The study of sensory-perceptual and motor processes and factors that influence the acquisition and control of motor skills.

422. Exercise Leadership. 3 hrs. HPR majors and minors only. Prerequisites: HPR 308, 308L. Application of the principles of exercise leadership and prescription, fitness program development and implementation.

423. Biomechanics. 3 hrs. HPR majors and minors only. Prerequisites: HPR 301, 301L. The study of anatomic, mechanical, and neuropsychological factors influencing human motion. HPR 423L must be taken concurrently.

423L. Biomechanics Laboratory. 1 hr. HPR majors and minors only. To be taken concurrently with HPR 423. A study of qualitative and quantitative applications of biomechanical principles to analysis of human movement.

424. Community Recreation Resources, Services, and Organizations. 3 hrs. Prerequisite or Co-requisite: HPR 322, 323. A study of the varied agencies that provide community recreation services and the operation of specialized recreation facilities.

425. Field Experience in Officiating Competitive Athletics. 3 hrs. Prerequisite: HPR 431. To provide an opportunity for practical experience in officiating competitive athletics.

426. Program Design and Supervision in Physical Education. 3 hrs. Prerequisite: HPR 321. Physical Education majors or minors only. Program planning and implementation in school and non-school instructional settings.

427. Coaching Track and Field. 3 hrs. HPR majors or minors only. Prerequisite or Co-requisite: HPR 306. Study of coaching track and field, including personnel selection, performance fundamentals, and training procedures.

428. Coaching Soccer. 3 hrs. HPR majors or minors only. Prerequisite or Co-requisite: HPR 306. Fundamentals of coaching soccer as it relates to the selection of personnel, game strategies, and proper training procedures.

429. Coaching Baseball. 3 hrs. HPR majors or minors only. Prerequisite or Co-requisite: HPR 306. Techniques of coaching baseball. Emphasis placed on player selection, placement, team organization, and game strategy.

431. Techniques of Officiating Sports. 3 hrs. Personal skill development in techniques of officiating selected sports.

433. Advanced Management in Recreation. 3 hrs. Prerequisite or Co-requisite: HPR 413. A a study of advanced policy and procedures in recreation programs and services.

434. Facility Design and Maintenance. 3 hrs. The principles and applications of design and maintenance as it applies to indoor and outdoor sport and recreation facilities.

436. Park and Recreation Planning. 3 hrs. Prerequisites: HPR 322, 323. Fundamental principles and methodologies dealing with proper identification, allocation, and use of recreational resources through long-range master planning.

436L. Park and Recreation Planning Laboratory. 1 hr. To be taken concurrently with HPR 436.

443. Outdoor Education. 3 hrs. Prerequisites: HPR 322, 323 or by permission of instructor. A study of outdoor education, specifically its philosophy, programs, methods, and resources. Organization, programming, and conducting of programs and activities in educational settings.

444. Operational Administration of Commercial Recreation. 3 hrs. Prerequisite: HPR 344. Emphasizes appropriate management skills that are essential to the successful operation of a commercial recreation enterprise.

447. Interpretation of Cultural and Natural Resources. 3 hrs. The interpretive process as applied to natural and cultural resources.

450. Procedures in Therapeutic Recreation. 3 hrs. Prerequisites: HPR 323, 350; or SPE 400 or 402. A study of the theories guiding the delivery of therapeutic recreation services and the application of techniques used in professional practice.

451. Therapeutic Recreation Programming. 3 hrs. Prerequisites: HPR 322, 350; or SPE 400 or 402. Procedures for conducting and analyzing individual assessments, writing individual program plans, analyzing activities, selecting interventions, and evaluating and documenting program effectiveness.

452. Gerontology and Therapeutic Recreation. 3 hrs. Therapeutic Recreation majors or Gerontology minors or permission of instructor. An overview of the bio-psychosocial aspects of aging and the provision of recreation services for therapeutic recreation.

453. Professional Issues in Therapeutic Recreation. 3 hrs. Prerequisite: HPR 350. Course must be taken within two semesters of internship. The study of professional issues in therapeutic recreation practice, including certification, accreditation, professional writing, ethics, standards, or practice.

460. Water Safety Instructor's WSI. 3 hrs. Knowledge and skills beyond the scope of Emergency Water Safety Lifeguard Training. American Red Cross Instructor certification awarded upon successful completion of course.

462. Methods in Teaching Physical Education. 3 hrs. Physical Education K-12 teaching majors only. Prerequisite: HPR 314, 321, 326. Planning and implementation of effective physical education instructional strategies in secondary schools.

462L. Methods in Teaching Physical Education Laboratory. 1 hr. Prerequisites: HPR 314, 320 and 326; to be taken concurrently with HPR 462. Physical Education majors only. Supervised pre-student teaching field experience in physical education for practical application.

463. Professional Preparation in Teaching Physical Education. 3 hrs. Prerequisites or Co-requisites: HPR 462, 462L. Physical education majors only. Philosophical foundations, psychosocial/cultural aspects, and critical issues of the workplace contexts with implications for fiscal support and program advocacy.

464. Issues in Commercial Recreation. 3 hrs. Prerequisite: HPR 344. Insight into issues that cause problems and lead to trends for the commercial recreation service industry.

468. Sport Law. 3 hrs. Application of law principles to the sports industry. Primary emphasis on tort liability for sport administrators and teacher/coaches.

470. Development of Strength and Conditioning Programs. 3 hrs. The development and administration of strength, endurance, flexibility, speed, and agility programs.

472L. Field Experience in Athletic Training. 3 hrs. Prerequisite: HPR 475. Practical experience dealing with problem situations in the athletic training setting.

475. Medical Aspects of Athletic Training. 3 hrs. Prerequisite: HPR 374, 375, and 378. Team physician and trainer relationships. Physical examination, emergency equipment, medical terminology, and problems related to the team doctor.

 477. Developmental Disabilities in Early Childhood. 3 hrs. Overview of contributing factors to atypical early development, identification, and management of at-risk conditions, legal/ethical issues, and legislation/litigation.

478. Specialized Studies in Developmental Disabilities. 1-6 hrs. Specialized study and skill acquisition in the area of developmental disabilities. Topics vary.

479. Seminar in Sports Medicine. 1-3 hrs. Prerequisite: HPR 475. A study of modern techniques used in sports medicine relevant to coaches, athletic trainers, and team physicians.

480. Introduction to Driver Education. 3 hrs. Critical analysis of traffic accidents, attitude factors, essential knowledge of automobile operation and traffic law.

481. Traffic Safety Education. 3 hrs. An in-depth study of the major traffic safety problems, including driver, pedestrian, engineering, and enforcement.

482. Laboratory Programs in Driver Education. 3 hrs. An examination of the aims, objectives, and role of laboratory programs in driver education.

483. Methods of Driver and Traffic Safety Education. 3 hrs. Prerequisite: HPR 480. Concurrent enrollment in HPR 483L. Methods of teaching in driver education programs.

483L. Driver Education Laboratory. 1 hr. This course is designed to provide students with supervised practical experience. Concurrent enrollment in HPR 483.

484. Simulation in Driver Education. 3 hrs. Prerequisites: HPR 480 and 483. Analysis of the audiovisual instruction techniques used in driver education.

486. Innovative Programs of Driver Education. 3 hrs. New and unique teaching methods of driver and traffic safety education.

488. Motorcycle Safety Education. 3 hrs. Analysis of the motorcycle traffic problem; methods of teaching classroom and laboratory phases of motorcycle education.

489. Driver Education for Special Students. 3 hrs. Curriculum development and teaching materials in traffic safety education for special education students.

490. Student Teaching in Elementary Physical Education. 7 hrs. Physical Education K-12 majors only. Prerequisite: Admission to Student Teaching Program. Supervised field-based internship in elementary-level physical education instruction.

491. Student Teaching in Secondary Physical Education. 7 hrs. Physical Education K-12 majors only. Prerequisite: Admission to Student Teaching Program. Supervised field-based internship in secondary-level physical education instruction.

492. Special Problems. 1-3 hrs. HPR majors or minors only.

494. Field Problems. 1-6 hrs. Prerequisite: Permission of Director, School of HPR. To be used to pursue specialized interests in Human Performance and Recreation.

495. Internship. 9hrs. Prerequisites: Completion of all major requirements. Recreation majors only. Minimum 400-hour internship under the direct supervision of a field professional.

496. Internship in Exercise Science. 9 hrs. Prerequisites: HPR 310, completion of all major requirements and an approved site. Exercise Science majors only. A minimum of 400 hours of supervised internship involving the application of exercise principles in the practical aspects of exercise, fitness, wellness, and exercise testing at an internship site.

497. Professional Collaboration for Developmental Disability Services. 3 hrs. Prerequisite: Upper-level undergraduate students only. Study of the interdependent contributions of relevant disciplines in training, service, and research.

498. Families of the Developmentally Disabled. 3 hrs. Interdisciplinary approach to the study of families of the developmentally disabled.

499. British Studies. 3-6 hrs. Involves variable topics. Lectures and supervised research in England. Offered exclusively through the Southern Miss nstitute of Anglo-American Studies.

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