Division of Health and Sport

Descriptions of Courses Offered by this Division

HSP 1012 Foundations of Wellness I (Two hours)
A practical study of fundamental health principles based upon the wellness model. Topics include the functions of the human body, the care of the body, and problems
of health.Applications to the lifestyle of the individual are emphasized.

Offered each semester

HSP 1013
See Adult and Continuing Education

HSP 1022 Foundations of Wellness II (Two hours)
Application of basic fitness principles with the intent to lead students to a better
understanding of the higher order objectives of physical fitness and to discover how
personal application can lead to high-level wellness.
Prerequisite: HSP 1012

Offered each semester

HSP 1102, 1103 First Responder (Two or three hours)
Instruction in basic first aid, safety, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).

Offered each semester

HSP 1121 Backpacking/Camping (One hour)
An activity course offering instruction in the basic skills involved in backpacking and
camping. Topics such as equipment, trip planning, on-trail guidelines, and
terminology are covered. A backpacking/camping trip is included.

Offered each semester

HSP 1131 Tennis (One hour)
An activity course designed to provide basic instruction in the game of tennis. Such
topics as the history of tennis, equipment, rules and scoring, etiquette, fundamental
skills, and strategy are addressed.

Offered each semester

HSP 1141 Bowling (One hour)
An activity course offering instruction in the basics of the game of bowling. Such
topics as the history of bowling, equipment and facilities, rules, scoring, fundamental
skills, and terminology are addressed. A $30 fee is associated with this course.

Offered each semester

HSP 1151 Swimming (One hour)
An activity course offering instruction in the basic skills of swimming. Such topics
as history, safety, basic techniques, and various strokes are addressed.

Offered upon sufficient request

HSP 1161 Golf (One hour)
An activity course offering instruction in the basics of the game of golf. Such topics
as the history of the game, equipment, course layout, fundamental skills, golf
etiquette, and terminology are addressed. A $30 fee is associated with this course.

Offered each semester

HSP 1171 Racquetball (One hour)
An activity course offering instruction in the basics of the game of racquetball. Such
topics as the history of the game, equipment, rules, playing regulations, fundamental
skills, and strategy are addressed.

Offered each semester

HSP 1181 Aerobic Walking/Jogging (One hour)
An activity course offering students the opportunity to learn the basics of walking
and jogging for fitness. Shoe selection, running/walking form, training ideas, safety
measures, injuries, and terminology are topics covered.

Offered each semester

HSP 1191 Nautilus and Free Weight Training (One hour)
An activity course designed to assist students in developing strength and stretching
programs for fitness. Proper lifting techniques, training programs, and specific
exercises for development of strength and endurance are covered.

Offered each semester

HSP 1283 Athletic Training Techniques (Three hours)
Instruction in the recognition, prevention, and care of athletic injuries as well as
advanced emergency medical treatment, and proper selection, care, and use of
protective sports equipment.

Offered spring semester

HSP 1381,1481 Field Experience (Each course, one hour)
A minimum of forty hours of field experience per credit hour. Students are
introduced to the professions in Health and Sport through observation of
professionals in the field.

Offered each semester

HSP 2172 Chronic and Communicable Diseases (Two hours)
A study of risk factors, prevention, and treatment of chronic and communicable
diseases, with examination of how each disease impacts the individual’s total health.
Principles of disease occurrence and the body ’s defense system are addressed.

Offered fall semester (odd-numbered years)

HSP 2181 Medical Terminology (One hour)
Directed self study in the use of the basic prefixes, suffixes and roots of medical
terminology. The course assists the student in utilizing medical terms appropriately
in both written and verbal forms.

Offered spring semester

HSP 2233 Lifeguarding (Two hours)
Knowledge and advanced skill in swimming with training in lifeguarding.
Prerequisite: advanced swimming skills.

Offered upon sufficient request

HSP 2242 Drugs in Society (Two hours)
An introductory course focusing on the use and abuse of drugs on our society. Emphasis on strategies to assist future educators, practitioners, and youth leaders in
recognition, intervention, and prevention of abuse.

Offered fall semester (even-numbered years)

HSP 2253 Water Safety Instruction (Three hours)
Knowledge and skills for teaching swimming to individuals of various age groups -
infants to adults.
Prerequisite: advanced swimming skills

Offered upon sufficient request

HSP 2283 Injury Evaluation and Rehabilitation (Three hours)
A systematic study and laboratory application of athletic training injury evaluation
principles, techniques, and rehabilitation for the spine, and upper and lower extremities.

Offered fall semester (odd-numbered years)

HSP 3303 Nutrition for Fitness and Sport (Three hours)
A study of the nutritional considerations and implications for individuals active in
physical fitness and sporting activities.

Offered spring semester (odd-numbered years)

HSP 3313 Methods and Materials of Health Promotion (Three hours)
An overview of the skills necessary to conduct health promotion programs. Topics
include instructional strategies for various health topics, building coalitions, community
empowerment, marketing and public relations, media and advocacy tools, legislative
involvement and action, grant writing, using technology, and promoting multicultural
diversity.
Prerequisite: junior standing

Offered fall semester (odd-numbered years)

HSP 3323 Management in Health and Sport (Three hours)
Principles of organization and implementation of policies and procedures relating to
the management of sports medicine/athletic training programs, health and physical
education programs, community fitness and wellness programs, and camp/recreation
programs. Principles, policies, and procedures are applied to personnel and facility
management.
Prerequisite: junior standing

Offered spring semester (odd-numbered years)

HSP 3333 Community Recreation (Three hours)
A practical study and application of the knowledge, understandings, and activities
which are most applicable in community recreation programs.

Offered fall semester (even-numbered years)

HSP 3343 Sport Facility Management (Three hours)
A study of indoor and outdoor facilities utilized in sport and recreation. Planning,
design, equipping, scheduling, programming, care and maintenance, and financial
considerations are discussed.

Offered spring semester (odd-numbered years)

HSP 3353 Theory and Techniques of Coaching (Three hours)
Exploration of philosophical, sociological, and psychological considerations of human
performance in competitive athletics. Various theories and techniques of coaching
are explored and practiced.

Offered fall semester (odd-numbered years)

HSP 3363 Principles and Practices of Health Promotion (Three hours)
An overview of the profession of community health. Students gain a better understanding of the philosophical foundations of health education, psychological and sociological perspectives of health education, and school and community health education programs.
Prerequisite: junior standing

Offered spring semester (even-numbered years)

HSP 3372 Laboratory Techniques (Two hours)
Theory and application of instrumental methods of anthropometric and physiological
analysis. The laboratory learning activities give training in the operation of equipment
necessary to conduct human performance assessment.
Prerequisite: junior standing or consent of instructor

Offered spring semester (odd-numbered years)

HSP 3393 Adaptive Physical Activity (Three hours)
An introductory survey course in adapting physical activity for individuals with physical
limitations. History, legal implications, assessment, programming, and adapting instruction will be explored.
Prerequisite: junior standing

Offered fall semester (even-numbered years)

HSP 3483 Therapeutic Exercises and Modalities (Three hours)
A study in theory and application of therapeutic modalities and rehabilitation
exercise/equipment prescribed for the treatment and management of athletic injuries.

Offered spring semester (even-numbered years)

HSP 4403 Motor Development of Children (Three hours)
A first course in motor development, emphasizing the influence of motor development
on the cognitive, affective, and psychomotor development of the child. A lab
experience provides an opportunity to practically apply the knowledge gained in the
classroom.
Prerequisite: PSY 1013

Offered fall semester (odd-numbered years)

HSP 4423 Biomechanics (Three hours)
A study of body movement and the analysis of those movements in terms of force, time, and dimension. The course includes selected anatomical and functional kinesiological content.
Prerequisite: BIO 3514

Offered fall semester

HSP 4433 Exercise Physiology (Three hours)
A study of physiological responses and adaptations of the human body to physical
activity.
Prerequisite: BIO 3524

Offered spring semester

HSP 4491-4496 Internship (One to six hours)
Practical experience working under a qualified professional in the area of sports
medicine/athletic training, community health education, fitness, or sport management, in an approved setting.
Prerequisite: permission of advisor

Offered each semester