140. SPORTS HISTORY (2 credit hours)
This course will examine the development of competition in the human condition from its inception, into organized forms of sport, to the highly developed enterprise that has emerged in contemporary times. Observations of the influence of culture and history on this development are central to the presentation and content of this course.
199. SPECIAL TOPICS (1-3 credit hours)
A lower division course designed for a topic of current interest, including televised courses. Prerequisite: As stated for each offering.
220. COACHING METHODOLOGY I (2 credit hours)
This course provides an introductory examination. Learning and practice of the coaching profession including philosophy development, practice planning, communication, and safety concerns. This course serves as an entry level coaching course and is an additional required course in several states for individuals to coach at the high school level. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be certified by the NFHS. This course is not sufficient alone to coach sports at the middle or high school levels in the state of West Virginia. Prerequisite: HHP 140 and PSY 151 or SOC 101 with a “C” or better in each course.
340. ENERGY SOURCE AND BODY COMPOSITION (3 CREDIT HOURS)
This course examines the metabolic requirements needed for a variety of physical activity as well as the impact that physical activity, training, and scientifically directed butrition can have one one’s body composition and human performance. Prerequisite: BIO 210 and HHP 327 (HHP 327 and 340 can be taken concurrently)
350. RESEARCH IN PHYSICAL ACTIVITY (3 credit hours)
This course is designed to be an introductory experience for the research consumer as well as the research producer in the health sciences. This course emphasizes developing conceptual understanding of using the scientific method as a means of problem solving, both as a critical customer and as an entry-level researcher. Prerequisite: Senior standing.
399. SPECIAL TOPICS (1-3 credit hours)
An upper level course for a topic of special current interest, including televised courses. Prerequisite: As stated for each offering.
400. EXERCISE TESTING (3 credit hours)
This is a lab experience course taken concurrently or after HHP 327 and 430. Labs will be designed to reinforce knowledge/skills taught in HHP 327 and 430 courses. Students will be given the opportunity to practice coach/athlete trainer/client interaction during the course. Prerequisite: HHP 327 or currently enrolled; and enrolled in HHP 430.
420. SPORTS LAW AND ETHICS (3 credit hours)
Ethical theories along with negligence law, contract law, and constitutional law as they apply to sport and sport governance will be discussed. As a result of completion of this course, the student will be aware of their individual obligation, responsibilities, and their decision-making and ethical moral judgment. Prerequisite: ENG 102 and Junior standing.
430. DEVELOPING AND IMPLEMENTING STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING PROGRAMS (3 credit hours)
Key concepts developed in this course include the components of physical fitness, and how to analyze and creatively design fitness programs that apply neuromuscular and cardio respiratory physiological knowledge in the administration of pre-season, in-season, and off-season programs for a variety of athletic teams at different levels of competition. In addition, creative program design will be conducted addresssing concerns with adolescents, elderly populations, and indiiduals suffering from chronic disease such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, COPD, and cancer. Prerequisite: BIO 210 and HHP 327 with a “C” or better in each course.
440. COACHING METHODOLGYII (2 credit hours)
This course serves as the capstone course for the Bronze Level Coaching Education Program in place nationally by the American Sports Education Program. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be certified Bronze Level (Highest Level) of coaching achievement as set forth by the American Sport Education Program. Furthermore, at the completion of this course, students will be eligible to coach middle school and/or high school athletics in the state of West Virginia. All students in this course are subject to background checks if they apply for coaching positions upon completion. Prerequisite: HHP 140, 220, PSY 151, SOC 101, HHP 331, 327 with a “C” or better in each course.
450. INTERNSHIP IN SPORTS STUDIES (12 credit hours)
This course serves as a capstone opportunity for the senior level Sports Studies student to apply cognitive, psychomotor, and affective competencies learned throughout their studies within the Sports Studies Program. Each student will work and learn with an existing sports business, sports education/instructional program or sports team in the surrounding community. (480 clock hours). Prerequisite: Student must have completed all course work within the designed Sports Studies Curriculum with grades of “C” or better in all courses. With special permission, the student may be taking no more than two courses to complete their degree while completing their internship.
Peer Education
123. PEER EDUCATION (3 credit hours)
A course designed to help students develop leadership skills to be able to successfully produce and implement campus programs that create change around mental health, violence prevention, substance abuse, and safer sex. The Certified Peer Educator (CPE) training includes eight modules, covering the role of peer education, how change and high-risk behaviors intersect, listening skills, response and referral skills, how to take action and intervene, recognizing the role of diversity and inclusivity, programming and presentation skills, self-care, and group dynamics. Students will take an exam to become a nationally Certified Peer Educator at the end of the course.
399. SPECIAL TOPICS (1-3 credit hours)
An upper level course for a topic of special current interest, including televised courses. Prerequisite: As stated for each offering.