Academic Catalog 2026-2027

Department of Health, Kinesiology and Sport Studies

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The Department of Health, Kinesiology and Sport Studies offers courses in Athletic Training (ATR), Health (HED), Kinesiology (KIN), Physical Education (PE), Recreation & Leisure Studies (REC), Sport Management (SPMT), and Sport Studies (EDSS), four undergraduate degrees, two graduate degrees, four graduate certificates, two executive doctoral certificates, and doctoral concentration in Sport Education in partnership with the Department of Curriculum & Instruction. The Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Athletic Training, Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Health Studies, Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Kinesiology, and Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Sport Management are offered on the undergraduate level; the Master of Science (M.S.) in Health and Kinesiology and Master of Science (M.S.) in Sport Studies & Sport Leadership are offered at the graduate level. The Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Athletic Training, Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Health Studies, Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Kinesiology, and Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Sport Management are offered on the undergraduate level; the Master of Science (M.S.) in Health and Kinesiology, Master of Science (M.S.) in Sport Studies & Sport Leadership, and a Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Curriculum & Instruction with a Concentration in Sport Education as well as Graduate Certificates and Executive Doctoral Certificates (the certificates are available through TSU Online) are offered at the graduate level. The Department offers four minors (of which two are available through TSU Online), one in Health Studies, one in Kinesiology, one in Recreation and Leisure, and one in Sport Management, for students pursuing undergraduate degrees in other instructional units at the University. Students may also earn Texas Teacher Certification for the state of Texas either in Health Studies or Kinesiology through the Educator Preparation Program in the College of Education in conjunction with the two undergraduate degrees offered. Members of the Department and department facilities are located in the Health and Physical Education Building with the Department Office located in Room 103.

Students who are interested in detailed information regarding the Master of Science in Health and Kinesiology or Master of Science (M.S.) in Sport Studies & Sport Leadership, or the Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Curriculum & Instruction with a Concentration in Sport Education as well as the Graduate Certificates and Executive Doctoral Certificates should consult the Graduate School Bulletin of Texas Southern University.

The primary mission of the Department of Health, Kinesiology and Sport Studies is to prepare students for entry into the workforce and for graduate study. A secondary mission is to ensure that all students matriculating through the University have an understanding of the importance of wellness and health-related fitness upon society.

All first time freshman must enroll in FS 102 Freshman Seminar/ first Year Experience within their first semester of attendance. Transfer students may substitute FS 102 with any college level course to complete the total credit hours required for graduation by their degree plan.

In pursuing either the B.S. in Athletic Training, B.S. in Health Studies, the B.S. in Kinesiology or the B.S. in Sport Management, there are several concentrations of study, two concentrations for the B.S. in Athletic Training three concentrations for the B.S. in Health Studies, two concentrations for the B.S. in Kinesiology and five concentrations for the B.S. in Sport Management. Completion of the B.S. in Health Studies – EC-12 (Option I, Concentration I), the B.S. in Kinesiology – All Levels Teaching (Option II, Concentration I), and B.S. in Athletic Training All Levels Teaching (Option IV, Concentration I), require matriculating students to be admitted to the Educator Preparation Program in the College of Education. Completion of the B.S. in Health Studies – non-teaching (Option I, Concentration II), B.S. in Health Studies (CHES Certification) – non-teaching (Option I, Concentration III), the B.S. in Athletic Training – non-teaching (Option IV, Concentration II), the B.S. in Kinesiology/Recreation & Leisure Studies – non-teaching (Option II, Concentration IV), requires an internship. Both Athletic Training options, concentrations I and II also require a mandatory 1350 hour externship working under a certified/licensed athletic trainer. Completion of the B.S. in Sport Management/Business (Option III, Concentration I), B.S. in Sport Management/Health (Option III, Concentration II), B.S. in Sport Management/Kinesiology (Option III, Concentration III), B.S. in Sport Management/Journalism (Option III, Concentration IV), and B.S. in Sport Management/Radio, Television, Film (Option III, Concentration V) require an internship.

Requirements for the B.S. in Health Studies, B.S. in Kinesiology, B.S. in Sport Management and the four minors (Health Studies, Kinesiology, Recreation and Leisure, and Sport Management) are summarized. Interested students must first be admitted to the University, and must satisfy the TSI requirements. Students are admitted after review by a departmental committee; and, once admitted, they are assigned an official advisor who should be consulted on a semester or term basis and who will guide those students in need of being admitted to the Education Preparation Program in that process. The advisor will also advise students with regard to their status for graduation as they enter and complete the senior year. After completion of PE 112 Team Sports II, KIN 211 Individual Sports & Activities, KIN 212 Individual Sports/ActivitiesII, KIN 127 Foundations I, KIN 233 Foundations II, and KIN 235 Intro to Adapted Physical Ed during the sophomore year, Kinesiology majors will be administered a departmental diagnostic comprehensive examination in KIN 302 Phys Fitness Progs Elem & Sec. All requirements for the Educator Preparation Program must be met (consult previous section of this document under the College of Education), and students must have an overall GPA of 3.00 or better to enter the program. Courses designated as major courses must be completed with grades of “B” or better, where grades of “C-“ are unacceptable, and grade restrictions referenced for the Educator Preparation Program must also be adhered to. Prior to graduation, a comprehensive departmental exit examination is administered to seniors.

Athletic Training

ATR 206  Intro to Athletic Trn  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3  
This course introduces students to rehabilitation science healthcare career fields. Topics include the roles and responsibilities of certified athletic trainers, physical therapists, occupational therapists, and other related careers. This course will discuss employment settings, pathways to board certification through professional graduate education, or through state licensure requirements. Students will also explore and learn to navigate the CAATE, CAPTE, and ACOTE websites to review and search for accredited graduate programs in rehabilitation science degrees like Athletic Training, Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
ATR 210  Athletic Taping & Bracing  (1 Credits)  
Lecture: 1  
This course introduces students to the principles and techniques of taping, wrapping, and bracing used in athletic training and sports medicine settings. Students will learn to select, apply, and evaluate supportive and protective techniques to assist in injury prevention and functional return to activity. Emphasis is placed on proper application methods, safety considerations, and adherence to professional standards.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
ATR 212  Medical Terminology in At  (1 Credits)  
Lecture: 1  
This course introduces students to the foundational language of medicine with emphasis on terminology relevant to healthcare careers in rehabilitation sciences. Students will study word structures and terminology associated with major body systems and learn to apply these terms in clinical and educational contexts. Practical application is reinforced through case analysis, clinical documentation, anatomical identification, and interprofessional communication activities.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
ATR 222  Emerg Medical Tech  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3  
This course introduces students to the legal, ethical, and professional responsibilities that guide the athletic trainer’s scope of practice in emergency care. Through lecture, discussion, and case-based learning, students will examine the roles of healthcare providers and develop foundational skills in acute injury and illness management. Emphasis will be placed on learning to develop, implement, and execute Emergency Action Plans (EAPs) to ensure an organized and effective response in emergency situations.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
ATR 223  Clinical Preceptorship I  (2 Credits)  
Lecture: 2  
This course provides an immersive clinical experience introducing students to foundational skills in risk reduction, injury and illness prevention, and health literacy as outlined in BOC Domain 1 of Athletic Training. Under the supervision of a clinical preceptor, students will participate in the development and implementation of strategies that promote safe participation, identify potential hazards, and support overall wellness. Emphasis is placed on preventive screening, environmental and equipment safety checks, patient education, and communication techniques that empower patients to make informed health decisions. Students will begin applying these principles in real-world clinical settings under the supervion of their clinical preceptor.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
ATR 300  Athletic Practicum & Seminar  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3  
TI-21. Explain the federal, state, and local laws, regulations and procedure for the proper and documentation associated with an athletic training facility. Current events in athletic traing and the broader field of sports medicine.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
ATR 303  Biomechanics of Ex & SP Scienc  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3  
This course provides foundational knowledge of biomechanics and its application to human movement and performance. Students will learn anatomical and biomechanical terminology, principles of mechanics, and methods for interpreting biomechanical data. Emphasis is placed on analyzing movement patterns, applying problem-solving skills, and utilizing basic biomechanical instrumentation to evaluate human motion and its relation to orthopedic injuries.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
ATR 318  Ortho Assessment Upper I  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3  
This course prepares students to assess, evaluate and diagnose upper extremity orthopedic injuries using systematic, evidence-based approaches. Students will develop skills in history taking, observation, physical examination, and special diagnostic testing to formulate accurate clinical and differential diagnoses. Emphasis is placed on establishing an appropriate plan of care and effectively communicating findings, prognosis, and treatment strategies to patients and stakeholders.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
ATR 319  Ortho Assessment Lower II  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3  
This course prepares students to assess, evaluate and diagnose lower extremity orthopedic injuries using systematic, evidence-based approaches. Students will develop skills in history taking, observation, physical examination, and special diagnostic testing to formulate accurate clinical and differential diagnoses. Emphasis is placed on establishing an appropriate plan of care and effectively communicating findings, prognosis, and treatment strategies to patients and stakeholders.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
ATR 323  Clinical Preceptorship III  (2 Credits)  
Lecture: 2  
This course provides immersive clinical experience in emergency preparedness and critical incident management as defined in the BOC Domain 3 of Athletic Training related to real-time emergency recognition, triage, and management. Emphasis includes development and execution of Emergency Action Plans (EAPs), logistical coordination, communication during critical incidents, and collaboration with emergency medical personnel. Students will rehearse and implement protocols for acute injuries, catastrophic events, and high-risk situations in supervised settings.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
ATR 340  Organ & Admin in AT  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3  
This course examines the role of healthcare providers within the broader healthcare system. Topics include organizational structure, daily facility operations, strategic planning, risk management, and the development and implementation of basic business plans and budgets.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
ATR 408  Therapeutic Modalities in AT  (4 Credits)  
Lecture: 4  
This course provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to select and apply therapeutic modalities in the management of injuries. Emphasis is placed on understanding tissue responses to injury, principles of soft tissue healing, and the appropriate use of therapeutic agents. Students will learn to classify various modalities and evaluate their indications, contraindications, and treatment parameters to support safe and effective patient care.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
ATR 413  Rehablitation Technique in AT  (4 Credits)  
Lecture: 4  
This course focuses on the development and implementation of rehabilitation plans following injury assessment. Students will examine the principles guiding therapeutic rehabilitation, distinguish between therapeutic and conditioning exercise, and identify key components of effective rehabilitation programs. Learners will design individualized rehabilitation plans and demonstrate practitioner-guided techniques used to restore function and promote safe return to activity.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
ATR 423  Clinical Preceptorship V  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3  
This advanced clinical rotation focuses on administrative and professional responsibilities consistent with BOC Domain 5 of Athletic Training. Students will participate in healthcare operations including documentation, scheduling, inventory management, policy development, and compliance with federal, state, and organizational regulations. Additional emphasis is placed on ethical practice, cultural competency, patient advocacy, and interprofessional collaboration. Students demonstrate professional behaviors expected of entry-level athletic trainers while preparing for transition to clinical practice.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
ATR 499  Clinical Exernship in Athletic Training  (6 Credits)  
Lecture: 6  
This course is a supervised, approved clinical externship providing advanced, immersive experience in athletic training under the guidance of a clinical preceptor in the student's desired job setting post-graduation.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology

Health

HED 223  Basic C P R  (2 Credits)  
Lecture: 1, Lab: 2  
Basic CPR (2) Basic concepts in cardiopulmonary resuscitation; certification in basic cardiac life support. One hour of lecture and two hours of laboratory per week.
Prerequisite(s): HED 230
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
HED 224  Swimming II  (2 Credits)  
Lecture: 2  
This course on swimming encourages cardiovascular fitness through the fours competitive strokes: freestyly, backstroke, breaststroke and butterfly. This course is an introductory course that requires students to effectively learn the four competitive strokes at a mastery level of 80 percent. Emphasis is placed on swimming techniques.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
HED 227  Gymnastics  (2 Credits)  
Lecture: 2  
This course is designed to introduce, develop, and examine the gymnastic skills, aerobics activities, movements and exercises that can improve physical fitness and aerobic capacity as well as rhytmic/dance activities and skills. Emphasis is placed on guilding students to deveop and design their own gymnastics routine with gymnastics skills that they can utilize in everyday life as a fitness routine and as a lifelong activity. 2 credit hours.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
HED 230  Introduction to Health  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3  
Discussion of the components of health and how health status is maintained throughout the lifespan, including the role of health care professionals.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
HED 231  Introduction to Behavioral Health Theory  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3  
Review of variables involved in creating behavior change.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
HED 233  History & Principles of Health  (2 Credits)  
Lecture: 2, Lab: 0  
History and Principles of Health (2) Discussion of the historical and philosophical development of health. Consideration given to those illnesses and health hazards of major significance and concern in contemporary society. Two hours of lecture per week.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
HED 234  Hlth & Biolfuncs  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3, Lab: 0  
History and Biological Function (3) Organizational components of the human body; types of diseases; biological defense mechanisms; healing processes; and human biological growth and development. Three hours of lecture per week.
Prerequisite(s): (HED 230 and HED 231)
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
HED 235  Health and the Human Body  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3  
Structure and function of human body systems and the impact of disease on each system.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
HED 236  Socioeconomic and Culture Influences on Health  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3  
Examination of the relationship between socioeconomic status and culture on health including outcomes, utilization, and delivery.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
HED 329  Health Promotion Theory and Practice  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3  
Overview of health behavior theories and their application to health education, disease prevention, and health promotion.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
HED 333  Emergency and Care of Injuries  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3, Lab: 0  
Presentation of first aid and emergency care principles and concepts; leads to first aid certification.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
HED 334  Contemporary Health Problems  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3  
In depth student of contemporary community health problems encountered in an area of diverse ethnicity and mobility.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
HED 335  Problems In Community Hygiene  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3, Lab: 0  
Problems in Community Health (3) In-depth study of contemporary community health problems encountered in an area of diverse ethnicity and mobility. Emphasis on the biological, psychological, and socioeconomic factors that impact disease and levels of wellness. Three hours of lecture per week.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
HED 336  Organ Admin Of Hlth Progms  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3, Lab: 0  
Organization and Administration of Health Programs (3) Analysis of the organizational structure, administrative policies, and management styles of official and non-official agencies at the local, state, and national levels. Three hours of lecture per week.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
HED 339  Diseases & Consumer Health  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3, Lab: 0  
Diseases and Consumer Health (3) Factual, scientifically-based information about diseases, medical goods, and services with an analysis of issues and strategies undertaken by consumers and providers that bring about changes in health systems and society. Three hours of lecture per week.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
HED 340  Epidemiology  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3, Lab: 0  
Environmental and Public Health (3) Identification of environmental health hazards associated with the home and workplace along with consideration of human environment interactions in modern society. Three hours of lecture per week.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
HED 341  Epidemiology  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3  
Study of the distribution and determinants of health using basic epidemiological concepts and statistical methods.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
HED 374  Special Topics in Health Studies  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3  
Special topics course is developed to cover emerging issues or specialized content not represented in the current content. Specialized topics in Health Studies will examine current issues and various activities taking place in the field of health studies.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
HED 399  Health Seminar  (2 Credits)  
Lecture: 2, Lab: 0  
Health Seminar (2) Discussion of topics of current relevance with the main focus on local health problems. Presentation of outstanding speakers in the areas of school and community health. Two hours of lecture per week.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
HED 432  Fitness For Living  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3, Lab: 0  
Fitness for Living (3) Considers the influence of exercise, rest, fitness, and lifelong activity in prevention of behavior-related problems and the benefits of health and wellness promotion activities. Three hours of lecture per week.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
HED 433  Personal Health & Safety I  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3, Lab: 0  
Personal Health and Safety I (3) Identification of current problems relating to family relations, marriage styles, the changing family, social hygiene, chemical use and abuse and the effects on the individual and society. Three hours of lecture per week.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
HED 434  Mental Health  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3, Lab: 0  
Examination of basic problems of mental health with consideration given to problems of childhood, adolescence, and adulthood.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
HED 436  Hygiene Of The School Child  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3, Lab: 0  
Hygiene of the School Child (3) In-depth study of the combination of factors affecting the health of children and adolescents and the impact of lifestyles on growth and development. Three hours of lecture per week.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
HED 437  Measurement and Evaluation in Health  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3  
Qualitative and quantitative methods used in the design and evaluation of health instruments and programs.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
HED 438  Health of Children and Adolescents  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3, Lab: 0  
Hygiene of Children and Adolescents (3) Study of conditions found in childhood and adolescence and preventive measures to reduce the incidence and severity of these. Consideration of the control of risk factors and how lifestyle modification impacts development. Three hours of lecture per week. Offered as needed.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
HED 439  Health Research Analysis  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3, Lab: 0  
Review of Selected Health Material (3) Study of published health materials available to the public to determine scientific accuracy and degree of value to consumers and professionals in the field. Three hours of lecture per week. Offered as needed.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
HED 471  Drugs and Health  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3, Lab: 0  
Health problems associated with alcohol, tobacco, and narcotics use and the impact of such behavior on society, the economy, and health with implications of health promotion.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
HED 472  Foundations of Safety  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3, Lab: 0  
Foundations of Safety (3) Study of the basic assumptions which aid in understanding situations related to safety in the world in which we live. Emphasis on human interactions and mutual impact. Three hours of lecture per week.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
HED 477  Human Sexuality  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3, Lab: 0  
Human Sexuality (3) Examination of the biological, psychological, and cultural dimensions of sexuality; exploration of controversial issues surrounding human sexuality as they impact human well-being and quality of life. Three hours of lecture per week.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
HED 480  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3  
Study of the development, implementation, and evaluation of health programs.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
HED 499  Supervised Individual Work in Community Health  (6 Credits)  
Lecture: 6  
Directed internship with local health agencies or programs to improve professional competency and to relate theory to practice.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology

Physical Education

PE 100  Water Aerobics  (1 Credits)  
Lab: 2  
Water Aerobics (1) Aerobic activities conducted in water. Two hours of laboratory per week.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
PE 101  Bowling  (1 Credits)  
Lecture: 1, Lab: 2  
Bowling (1) Study and practice of the basic techniques, scoring, and history of bowling. Two hours of laboratory per week.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
PE 102  Physical Fitness  (1 Credits)  
Lab: 2  
Physical Fitness (1) Study and practice of physical fitness activities and the effects of exercise on systems of the human body. Two hours of laboratory per week.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
TCCN: PHED 1164  
PE 103  Racquetball  (1 Credits)  
Lab: 2  
Racquetball (1) Basic activity course in racquetball. Two hours of laboratory per week.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
PE 106  Intermediate Bowling  (1 Credits)  
Lab: 2  
Advanced techniques and skills for bowling.
Prerequisite(s): PE 101
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
PE 107  Walk Jog Fitness Appraisal  (1 Credits)  
Lab: 2  
Walking, Jogging, and Fitness Appraisal (1) Fitness techniques for walking and jogging as a life long activity. Two hours of laboratory per week.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
PE 108  Modern Dance I  (1 Credits)  
Lecture: 0, Lab: 3  
Modern Dance I (1) Fundamentals of modern dance providing an opportunity for students to develop techniques, aesthetic appreciation, and creativity. Two hours of laboratory per week. Listed as DANC 1145 in the Texas Common Course Numbering System.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
PE 109  Modern Dance II  (1 Credits)  
Lecture: 0, Lab: 3  
Continuation of PE 108.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
PE 110  Folk And Square Dance  (1 Credits)  
Lecture: 0, Lab: 3  
Folk and Square Dance (1) Dance instruction providing experiences in international folk dances, square dances, and folklore. Two hours of laboratory per week.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
PE 111  Team Sports I  (1 Credits)  
Lecture: 0, Lab: 3  
Team Sports I (1) Theory, rules, and practice of soccer, flag/touch football, and volleyball. Three hours of laboratory per week.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
PE 112  Team Sports II  (1 Credits)  
Lecture: 0, Lab: 2  
Team Sports II (1) Theory, rules, and practice of basketball, field hockey, and softball. Three hours of laboratory per week.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
PE 115  Volleyball & Basketball  (1 Credits)  
Lecture: 0, Lab: 3  
Volleyball and Basketball (1) Theory and practice in basketball and volleyball fundamentals. Two hours of laboratory per week.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
PE 116  Touch Football Basketball  (1 Credits)  
Lecture: 0, Lab: 3  
Touch Football and Track (1) Theory and practice in touch/flag football and track fundamentals. Two hours of laboratory per week.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
PE 117  Swimming  (1 Credits)  
Lecture: 0, Lab: 3  
Swimming (1) Instruction in basic swimming strokes. Two hours of laboratory per week.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
PE 118  Golf  (1 Credits)  
Lecture: 0, Lab: 2  
Golf (1) Fundamentals and techniques of golf. Two hours of laboratory per week.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
PE 119  Tennis And Badminton  (1 Credits)  
Lecture: 0, Lab: 3  
Tennis and Badminton (1) Fundamentals and techniques of tennis and badminton. Two hours of laboratory per week.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
PE 120  Adapted Activities I  (1 Credits)  
Lab: 2  
Adapted Activities I (1) Adapted activities for students unable to participate in regular human performance classes. Physician's statement required. Two hours of laboratory per week.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
PE 121  Adapted Activities II  (1 Credits)  
Lab: 2  
Continuation of PE 120.
Prerequisite(s): PE 120
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
PE 122  Aerobic Activity  (1 Credits)  
Lecture: 0, Lab: 3  
Aerobic Activities (1) Instruction and practice in basic aerobic activities. Two hours of laboratory per week.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
PE 125  Weight Training  (1 Credits)  
Lecture: 0, Lab: 3  
Weight Training (1) Introductory course in the correct use of weights in body development. Two hours of laboratory per week.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
PE 127  Foundations I  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3, Lab: 0  
Foundations I (3) Basic foundations in human performance, including historical development, philosophical implication, and issues related to movement. Three hours of lecture per week.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
PE 128  Tae Kwon-Do I  (2 Credits)  
Lecture: 1, Lab: 1  
Tae Kwon-Do I (1) Fundamental offensive and defensive techniques used in Tae Kwon-Do. Student abilities assessed in relation to the technical and physical requirements of the martial arts. Meditation and mental discipline introduced. Two hours of laboratory per week.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
PE 211  Individual Sports & Activities  (1 Credits)  
Lecture: 0, Lab: 3  
Individual/Dual Sports and Activities I (1) Theory, rules, and practice of archery, bowling, dance, weight training, and gymnastics/tumbling. Three hours of laboratory per week.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
PE 212  Individual Sports & Activities  (1 Credits)  
Lecture: 0, Lab: 3  
Individual/Dual Sports and Activities II (1) Theory, rules, and practice of track and field, swimming, badminton, wrestling, tennis, golf, and cycling. Three hours of laboratory per week.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
PE 233  Foundations II  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3, Lab: 0  
Continued study of the principles of human performance, including an overview of the status and scope of modern performance programs, activities for children of various ages, and assessment of skills.
Prerequisite(s): PE 127
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
PE 235  Intro To Adaptive P E  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3, Lab: 0  
Introduction to Adapted Physical Education (3) Study of the general organization of programs and exercises for the handicapped. Recreational sports, aquatic skills, and planning procedures included. Three hours of lecture per week.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
PE 300  Athletic Training Practicum I  (2 Credits)  
Lecture: 1, Lab: 1  
Athletic Training Practicum/Seminar I (3) Theories and techniques of athletic training and their applications to practical and on-fi eld situations. Students also explore current issues that impact professional practices. Two hours of lecture/laboratory per week. Athletic Training majors only
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
PE 301  Athletic Training Practicum II  (2 Credits)  
Lecture: 1, Lab: 1  
Athletic Training Practicum II (3) Advanced theories and techniques of athletic training and their applications to practical and onfi eld situations. Students also explore current issues that impact professional practices. Two hours of lecture/laboratory per week. Prerequisite: PE 300.
Prerequisite(s): PE 300
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
PE 302  Phys Fitness Progs Elem & Sec  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 2, Lab: 1  
Physical Fitness Programs for Elementary and Secondary Schools (3) Study and practice of fitness activities and the effects of exercise upon systems of the body. Two hours of lecture and one hour of laboratory per week.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
PE 324  Advanced Swimming  (2 Credits)  
Lecture: 0, Lab: 0  
Advanced Swimming (2) Completion of requirements for the Red Cross Water Safety Instructor's Certificate. Two hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisite: Current Red Cross Senior Life Saving Certificate.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
PE 327  Advanced Gymnastics  (2 Credits)  
Lecture: 2  
Advanced Gymnastics (2) Theory and practice in performing pyramid building, stunts, and apparatus activities. Two hours of lecture per week.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
PE 331  Performance Practicum Edu  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3, Lab: 0  
Performance Practicum (3) Techniques and theories of sports activities and their applications to practical situations. Three hours of lecture per week.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
PE 332  Coach & Offic Sp Acts Sec Sch  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3, Lab: 0  
Coaching and Officiating Sports Activities for Secondary Schools (3) Study of coaching strategies, techniques, and theories of selected sports activities in secondary schools. Three hours of lecture per week.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
PE 334  Sports & Entertainment Mgmt  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3, Lab: 0  
Coaching and Officiating of Baseball and Track (3) Study of theory, strategy, and mechanics of coaching baseball and track. Emphasis placed on designing coaching strategies. Three hours of lecture per week.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
PE 335  Admin Intramural Athletics  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3, Lab: 0  
Administration of Intramural Sports (3) Techniques for organizing, directing, and supervising intramural programs of sports activities. Three hours of lecture per week.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
PE 336  Org & Admin Phy Edu  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3, Lab: 0  
Organization and Administration of Physical Education (3) Emphasis on the organization and administration of physical education programs in elementary and secondary schools. Three hours of lecture per week.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
PE 337  Mov Skill Dev Elem - Pe Elem  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3, Lab: 0  
Movement Skill Development at the Elementary Level - The P.E. Programs in the Elementary School (3) Principles of and activities for movement education and sports related skills at the elementary school level. Three hours of lecture per week.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
PE 338  Prin & Tech Outdoor&Elis Acts  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 2, Lab: 1  
Principles and Techniques for Outdoor and Leisure Activities (3) Discussion of techniques and skills required for outdoor and leisure activities. Three hours of lecture per week.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
PE 339  Fundamentals Of Movement  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3, Lab: 0  
Advanced Techniques, Skills, and Rules for Sports Activities - Fundamentals of Movement (3) Techniques, skills, and rules of sports activities. Three hours of lecture per week.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
PE 370  Athletic Training I  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 2, Lab: 1  
Athletic Training I (3) Determination of and management study of athletic injuries. Two hours of lecture and one hour of laboratory per week.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
PE 371  Advanced Athletic Training  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 2, Lab: 1  
Fundamental principles and methods for preliminary diagnosis of athletic injuries, including choice of initial treatment and rehabilitation procedures.
Prerequisite(s): PE 370
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
PE 372  Therapeutic Exercise Modals  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3  
Therapeutic Exercise Modalities (3) Study of the use, selection, and application of therapeutic modalities in the rehabilitation of athletic injuries. Three hours of lecture per week.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
PE 374  Sociology Of Sports  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3, Lab: 0  
Sociology of Sports (3) Sports and their impact on American society; social organization from play to professional sports; violence; discrimination; women in sports; socialization implications from participation in sports. Three hours of lecture per week.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
PE 378  Ind Dev & Motor Learning  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 2, Lab: 1  
Individual Development and Motor Learning (3) Study of the nature of learning factors that affect motor learning and individual development at various skill levels. Two hours of lecture and one hour of laboratory per week.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
PE 379  Prog Event and Facility Mgmt  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3, Lab: 0  
Facilities and Equipment Management (3) Discussion of skills and logistics necessary for management of sports facilities and related equipment. Three hours of lecture per week. Offered as needed.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
PE 399  Physical Ed Seminar  (2 Credits)  
Lecture: 2, Lab: 0  
Physical Education Seminar (2) Issues and applications of organizational and administrative principles of physical education. Two hours of lecture per week.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
PE 432  Rhyms & Games Elem Sch Teachs  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3, Lab: 0  
Rhythms and Games for Elementary School Teachers (3) Planning and execution of acceptable programs of physical education through the use of rhythmic and sports activities for the elementary grade levels. Three hours of lecture per week.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
PE 433  Problems in Urban Rec Sports  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3  
Current Problems in Physical Education (3) Study of selected current problems and trends in physical education. Three hours of lecture per week. Offered as needed.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
PE 434  Administration of Athletics  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3  
Administration of Athletics (3) Implementation and evaluation of athletic programs in secondary schools. Three hours of lecture per week. Offered as needed.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
PE 435  Tests Measurements  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3, Lab: 0  
Tests and Measurements (3) Theory of measurements in physical education and recreation; selection of appropriate tests; and interpretation of test results through statistical procedures. Three hours of lecture per week.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
PE 437  Kinesiology  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3, Lab: 0  
Scientific study of the skeletal muscles and human movement.
Prerequisite(s): (BIOL 245 or BIOL 2404)
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
PE 438  Physiology Of Exercise  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3, Lab: 0  
Study of the effects of exercise upon the systems and organs of the body. Skill, endurance, fatigue, training, and other factors considered as they affect performance.
Prerequisite(s): (BIOL 245 or BIOL 2404)
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
PE 439  Independent Study  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3, Lab: 0  
Research and/or field work on selected projects or topics.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
PE 499  Supervised Ind Wk/Research Ath  (6 Credits)  
Lecture: 6  
Directed internship with local sports medicine facilities or programs that include close supervision and seminars. Emphasis on improving professional competency in students and assisting to relate theory to practice.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology

Kinesiology

KIN 127  Foundations I  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3  
Foundations I (3) Basic foundations in human performance, including historical development, philosophical implication, and issues related to movement. Tree hours of lecture per week. Listed as PHED 1301 in the Texas Common Course Numbering System.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
KIN 211  Individual Sports & Activities  (1 Credits)  
Lecture: 0, Lab: 3  
Individual/Dual Sports and Activities I (1) Teory, rules, and practice of archery, bowling, dance, weight training, and gymnastics/tumbling.Tree hours of laboratory per week. MAJORS ONLY
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
KIN 212  Individual Sports/ActivitiesII  (1 Credits)  
Lecture: 0, Lab: 3  
Individual/Dual Sports and Activities II (1) Teory, rules, and practice of concentration and feld, swimming, badminton, wrestling, tennis, golf, and cycling. Tree hours of laboratory per week. MAJORS ONLY
Prerequisite(s): KIN 127
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
KIN 233  Foundations II  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3  
Continued study of the principles of human performance, including an overview of the status and scope of modern performance programs, activities for children of various ages, and assessment of skills.
Prerequisite(s): KIN 127
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
KIN 235  Intro to Adapted Physical Ed  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3  
Introduction to Adapted Physical Education (3) Study of the general organization of programs and exercises for the handicapped. Recreational sports, aquatic skills, and planning procedures included. Tree hours of lecture per week.
Prerequisite(s): (KIN 233 or KIN 127 (may be taken concurrently))
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
KIN 300  Athletic Training Pract/Sem  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3  
Athletic Training Practicum/Seminar I (3) Teories and techniques of athletic training and their applications to practical and on-feld situations. Students also explore current issues that impact professional practices. Two hours of lecture and one hour of laboratory per week.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
KIN 301  Athletic Training Pract II  (2 Credits)  
Lecture: 1, Lab: 1  
Advanced theories and techniques of athletic training and their applications to practical and on-feld situations. Students also explore current issues that impact professional practices.
Prerequisite(s): (KIN 300 or PE 300)
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
KIN 302  Phys Fitness Progs Elem & Sec  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 2, Lab: 1  
Physical Fitness Programs for Elementary and Secondary Schools (3) Study and practice of ftness activities and the efects of exercise upon systems of the body. Two hours of lecture and one hour of laboratory per week.
Prerequisite(s): KIN 233
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
KIN 324  Advanced Swimming  (2 Credits)  
Lab: 2  
Completion of requirements for the Red Cross Water Safety Instructor’s Certificate. Must have current Red Cross Senior Life Saving Certificate.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
KIN 327  Advanced Gymnastics  (2 Credits)  
Lecture: 2  
Advanced Gymnastics (2) Teory and practice in performing pyramid building, stunts, and apparatus activities. Two hours of lecture per week
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
KIN 331  Performance Practicum  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3  
Performance Practicum (3) Techniques and theories of sports activities and their applications to practical situations. Tree hours of lecture per week.
Prerequisite(s): KIN 233
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
KIN 332  Coach & Office Acts Sec SCH  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3  
Coaching and Ofciating Sports Activities for Secondary Schools (3) Study of coaching strategies, techniques, and theories of selected sports activities in secondary schools. Tree hours of lecture per week.
Prerequisite(s): KIN 233
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
KIN 334  Sports & Entertainment Mgmt  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3  
Coaching and Ofciating of Baseball and Concentration (3) Study of theory, strategy, and mechanics of coaching baseball and concentration. Emphasis placed on designing coaching strategies. Tree hours of lecture per week.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
KIN 335  Admin Intramural Athletics  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3  
Administration of Intramural Sports (3) Techniques for organizing, directing, and supervising intramural programs of sports activities. Tree hours of lecture per week.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
KIN 336  Org & Admin Phy Edu  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3  
Organization and Administration of Physical Education (3) Emphasis on the organization and administration of physical education programs in elementary and secondary schools. Tree hours of lecture per week.
Prerequisite(s): KIN 127
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
KIN 337  Mov Skill Dev Elem - Pe Elem  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3  
Movement Skill Development at the Elementary Level - (3) Te PE Program in the Elementary SchoolPrinciples of and activities for movement education and sports related skills at the elementary school level. Tree hours of lecture per week.
Prerequisite(s): KIN 127
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
KIN 338  Prin & Tech Outdoor&Elis Acts  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 2, Lab: 1  
Principles and Techniques for Outdoor and Leisure Activities (3) Discussion of techniques and skills required for outdoor and leisure sports. Tree hours of lecture per week.
Prerequisite(s): KIN 127
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
KIN 339  Fundamentals Of Movement  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3  
Advanced Techniques, Skills, and Rules for Sports Activities - (3) Fundamentals of Movement Techniques, skills, and rules of sports activities. Tree hours of lecture per week.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
KIN 370  Athletic Training I  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 2, Lab: 1  
Athletic Training I (3) Demonstration and management study of athletic injuries. Two hours of lecture and one hour of laboratory per week. Athletic Training Majors Only
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
KIN 371  Advanced Athletic Training  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 2, Lab: 1  
Fundamental principles and methods for preliminary diagnosis of athletic injuries, including choice of initial treatment and rehabilitation procedures.
Prerequisite(s): (KIN 370 or PE 370)
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
KIN 372  Therapeutic Exercise Modals  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3  
Terapeutic Exercise Modalities (3) Study of the use, selection, and application of therapeutic modalities in the rehabilitation of athletic injuries. Tree hours of lecture per week.
Prerequisite(s): KIN 127
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
KIN 374  Sociology Of Sports  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3  
Sociology of Sports (3) Sports and their impact on American society; social organization from play to professional sports; violence; discrimination; women in sports; socialization and implications from participation in sports. Tree hours of lecture per week.
Prerequisite(s): KIN 127
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
KIN 376  History in Sports Governance  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3  
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
KIN 378  Ind Dev & Motor Learning  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 2, Lab: 1  
Individual Development and Motor Learning (3) Study of the nature of learning factors that afect motor learning and individual development at various skill levels. Two hours of lecture and one hour of laboratory per week.
Prerequisite(s): KIN 233
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
KIN 379  Prog Event and Facility Mgmt  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3  
Facilities and Equipment Management (3) Discussion of skills and logistics necessary for management of sports facilities and related equipment. Tree hours of lecture per week. Ofered as needed.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
KIN 399  Physical Ed Seminar  (2 Credits)  
Lecture: 2  
Issues and application of organizational and administrative principles of physical education.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
KIN 432  Rhyms & Games Elem Sch Teachs  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3  
Rhythms and Games for Elementary School Teachers (3) Planning and execution of acceptable programs of physical education through the use of rhythmic and sports activities for the elementary grade level. Tree hours of lecture per week.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
KIN 433  Problems in Urban Rec Sports  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3  
Study of selected problems and trends in physical education.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
KIN 434  Administration of Athletics  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3  
Administration of Athletics (3) Implementation and evaluation of athletic programs in secondary schools. Tree hours of lecture per week. Ofered as needed.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
KIN 435  Tests & Measurements  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3  
Theory of measurements in physical education and recreation; selection of appropriate tests; and interpretation of test results through statistical procedures.
Prerequisite(s): KIN 127
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
KIN 437  Kinesiology  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3  
Scientific study of the skeletal muscles and human movement.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
KIN 438  Physiology of Exercise I  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3  
Study of the effects of exercise upon the systems and organs of the body. Skill, endurance, fatigue, training, and other factors considered as they affect performance.
Prerequisite(s): KIN 437
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
KIN 439  Independent Study  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3  
Research and/or feld work on selected projects or topics.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
KIN 499  Supervised Ind Wk/Research Ath  (6 Credits)  
Lecture: 6  
Directed internship with local sports medicine facilities or programs that includes close supervision and seminars. Emphasis on improving professional competency in students and assisting to relate theory to practice.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology

Recreation & Leisure Studies

REC 234  Foundation Rec Parks & Leisure  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3, Lab: 0  
Foundations of Recreation, Parks and Leisure Services (3) This course is an introduction to the recreation, parks and leisure profession including the history of recreation, parks and leisure services. Orientation to the variety of services including their settings, services and organization; relationship to public, private or governmental agencies. An overview of career opportunities in the field. Trends in services to various populations. Three hours of lecture per week.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
REC 332  Aquatics Facility Mgmt & Water  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3, Lab: 0  
Aquatic Facility Management and Waterfront Facility Operations (3) This course is a capstone course intended to provide a bridge from theory to professional practice. Integrates students’ learning experiences from their core classes into their professional goals. Students explore their approaches to lifelong learning and make connections as to how a liberal arts background can facilitate currency and relevancy in professional practice and life. Determining a career direction, assuming professional roles and performing actual job responsibilities in a global and diverse world are emphasized. As students prepare for entry into the leisure, sport or wellness profession they are exposed to and practice steps in making decisions with a focus on promoting sound and ethical judgment to create a common good. Three hours of lecture per week.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
REC 333  Leisure Studs Human Diversity  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3, Lab: 0  
Leisure Studies: Human Diversity and the Environment (3) This course provides a comprehensive overview of the role of leisure in contemporary society. Sociological, economic, psychological and environmental implications of leisure are explored with diverse groups. Societal and lifestyle changes are discussed with a multicultural focus and in relation to their impact on the future of leisure. Personal leisure lifestyles are reviewed and discussed. Three hours of lecture per week.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
REC 335  Prog & Promotions in Rec Park  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3, Lab: 0  
Programming and Promotions in Recreation, Parks and Leisure Services (3) This course analyzes the fundamentals of program planning using techniques of identifying and analyzing program activity areas; content includes program development and application with a variety of population groups and representative leisure service agencies. Three hours of lecture per week.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
REC 373  Hist & Philosophy Rec Park  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3, Lab: 0  
History and Philosophy of Recreation and Leisure Studies (3) This course reviews the historical and theoretical foundations, nature, and significance of recreation and leisure in contemporary society; current trends and prospects for the future. Survey of agencies, organizations, and programs in the leisure service field and the recreation profession. Three hours of lecture per week.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
REC 379  Facility Planng & Maintenance  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3, Lab: 0  
Facility Planning and Maintaining Recreation, Park, Leisure Areas and Sport Facilities (3) This course examines the contemporary issues and related administrative practices associated with managing human resources in leisure services. Includes: basic elements, procedures and processes involved in planning, designing, developing and maintaining recreation, park, leisure and sport facilities and areas. Students assess and evaluate existing facilities and areas in terms of functionality, access standards and maintenance operations. Three hours of lecture per week.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
REC 399  Prof Development Capstone  (2 Credits)  
Lecture: 2, Lab: 0  
This course analyzes the fundamentals of program planning using techniques of identifying and analyzing program activity areas; content includes program development and application with a variety of population groups and representative leisure service agencies.
Prerequisite(s): (REC 332 and REC 333 and REC 335 and REC 373 and REC 379)
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
REC 434  Mmgt in Rec Sport and Leisure  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3, Lab: 0  
Management in Recreation, Sport and Leisure Services (3) This course is an introduction to basic concepts of organization, administration, and supervision of leisure service agencies. Application to recreation, parks, sports and leisure agencies is stressed. The administrative functions covered include personnel management, budgets, finance, resource planning, public relations, evaluation, legal issues, policy development, and problem-solving techniques. Essential elements of management systems are reviewed. Emphasizes human resource management and the employment process, personnel policies and procedures, legal issues, supervision, performance appraisal, and technological tools. Three hours of lecture per week.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
REC 476  Therapeutic Rec Interven  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3, Lab: 0  
Therapeutic Recreation, Therapeutic Activity Intervention and Aging (3) This course delivers an in-depth study of support and delivery systems, desirable practices of therapeutic recreation and of concepts associated with the practice of therapeutic recreation, including history, philosophy, professional development and medical terminology, as well as characteristics of illness, disease and disability. Overview of the process of therapeutic recreation, including assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating. Emphasis is on age-related illness, disease, disability and therapeutic activity intervention. Three hours of lecture per week.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
REC 499  Internship: Rec Park & Leisure  (6 Credits)  
Lecture: 6, Lab: 0  
Supervised Internship in Recreation, Parks and Leisure Services (6) Directed internship with local sports medicine facilities or programs that includes close supervision and seminars. Emphasis on improving professional competency in students and assisting to relate theory to practice. One hour of lecture and five hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisite: Senior standing. Recreation majors only
Prerequisite(s): REC 399
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology

Sport Management

SPMT 134  Sport & Entertainment Mgmt  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3  
Sport & Entertainment Management (3) This course is an analysis of effective management strategies and the body of knowledge associated with pursuing a career in sport management. The course will introduce students to the American and World sport and entertainment enterprise; background, influences and trends; intercollegiate, collegiate and professional sport organizations; ownership and unionization; media portrayals. Emphasis will be placed on an introduction to the sport and entertainment management industry career fields. Three hours of lecture per week.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
SPMT 135  Sport Marketing & Promotions  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3  
Sport Marketing & Promotions (3) This course will include the application of marketing principles and concepts in the sports industry. It includes sponsorships, branding, promotions, public relations, licensing, and sports consumer research and behavior. Emphasis will include the foundations of consumer behavior and sport marketing planning. The course includes reviewing the design and implementation of marketing plans for the integration of product, pricing, promotion, distribution, sales, sponsorship, and advertising of sport goods and services. Three hours of lecture per week.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
SPMT 176  Intro to SPMT HBCU Athletic  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3  
This course provides an introduction to and review of the history of the HBCU (Black College Sports) and Texas Southern University, Specifically, the history of the Black Institutions and the formation of conferences (i.e. the four founding conferences: CIAA, SIAC, MWAC, and SWAC). The role (HBCUs) Black Colleges Sports play in Texas.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
SPMT 273  Mngl Com & Media Rtl in Sports  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3  
This course is designed to explore the different types of communication in sport programs and how they are organized and administered at the school, community and professional levels. It will also explore the communication process in management of intramural, recreation, sport and health club programs. The course focuses on the skills, techniques, practices and issues related to the field of public relations, as well as the methods of critical analysis regarding public relations campaigns and the media production of an event (conference, game or tournament).
Prerequisite(s): (SPMT 134 and SPMT 135)
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
SPMT 279  Sport Prg Evnt & Facility MGMT  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3  
This course provides students with an understanding of the intricacy and complexity involved in sport program event and facility management. Sport facility management includes a variety of activities such as planning and designing a sports facility, staff management, facility marketing, developing revenue streams, and facility scheduling and operating. Sport program event management consists of identifying goals of the event and coordinating people in the organizations involved to achieve those goals with the resources available.
Prerequisite(s): (SPMT 134 and SPMT 135)
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
SPMT 332  Sports Ethics and The Law  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3  
This course will explore the ethics and legal principles and rules of law affecting the administration of sports and recreation programs. Emphasis will be placed in the areas of negligence, product liability, nuisance, contracts, leisure, personnel practices, and risk management. Students are given opportunities to identify, examine, and present decisions on ethics issues related to sport and sport management. Theories of ethics, concepts of morality, codes of conduct, as well as personal philosophies in regard to social responsibility are some of the topics included in this course.
Prerequisite(s): (SPMT 134 and SPMT 135)
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
SPMT 333  Problems in Rec & Sports  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3  
This course provides an in-depth analysis of the causes and consequences of contemporary problems in urban sports with a focus on minorities. Students will utilize the case-study approach to examine the social, political, and economic factors influencing the structure and experience of sport in American cities. Emphasis will be placed on formulating solutions and potential strategies to address identified problems. This course focuses on sports as social and cultural phenomena. Students will learn to use sociological concepts and critical thinking to discover how sports affect multiple spheres of our social life, particularly in African American and other minority communities.
Prerequisite(s): (SPMT 134 and SPMT 135)
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
SPMT 374  Special Topics in Sport Management  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3  
The program in Sport Management wanted the rubric to be competitive with other institutions of higher learning in State of Texas with sport management, sport studies, exercise science and sport science rubris and courses.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
SPMT 378  History of African American Entrepreneurship and the Connection Between Music & Sports  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3  
This course will explore fully the circumstance of African American entreprenerial history in of African America. This course will seek to creat an environment for students to identify the racialized circumstance and arguments for bogus claims of African American failure in business, while providing the context of entrepreneurship, contracting, consulting and branding, specifically in the field of music and sports regarding the historical impact by African Americans. This course will also focus on important aspects in the contemporary political and social economy of African Americans. In exploring this entrepreseurial history, this course will provide the basic framework for understanding the research on innovation and best practices in entrepreneruship moving forward.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
SPMT 399  Sports Management Seminar  (2 Credits)  
Lab: 3  
This course will explore the issues and applications of organizational and administrative principles of sport management. This is a capstone course that provides an opportunity for students to demonstrate that they have achieved the goals for learning established by this educational institution and department.
Prerequisite(s): (SPMT 273 and SPMT 279 and SPMT 332)
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
SPMT 434  Admin of Athletics Org  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3  
This course examines a philosophic rationale and a variety of methods that may be used to assess athletic programs and personnel. The course takes a unique view on the management of urban intercollegiate schools and HBCUs. The goals of this program are to improve the performance of athletic coaches and other athletic department personnel, improve program operations and improve satisfaction among players, parents and employees.
Prerequisite(s): SPMT 399
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
SPMT 476  Hist Sport Gov African Disaspo  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3  
This course examines sports sociology in a global, issues-oriented approach to study the role of sport in society and the African American culture of sports. It encourages the discussion of current sports-related issues and controversies as well as helps students develop critical thinking skills. It reviews the history of the African Diaspora in Sports and Black College Sports, specifically the history of the SWAC and the role Black College (HBCU) Sports play in Texas.
Prerequisite(s): (SPMT 134 and SPMT 135)
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
SPMT 496  Sport Management way/Study Abroad I  (1 Credits)  
Lecture: 1  
This course will provide students an examination of the principles involved in planning and managing external remote sporting events outside of Houston and Texas Southern University and managing external. It pprovides student with orientation, observations and filed experiences in the development of external remote sporting events. Student will also partake in tours, hospitality management, and external remote sporting events related to core product of the sporting competitions themselves. 1 credit course.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
SPMT 497  Sport Management Study/Away/Study Abroad II  (1 Credits)  
Lecture: 1  
This course will provide students an examination of the principles involved in planning and managing external remote sporting events outside of Houston and Texas Southern University and managing external. It pprovides student with orientation, observations and filed experiences in the development of external remote sporting events. Student will also partake in tours, hospitality management, and external remote sporting events related to core product of the sporting competitions themselves. 1 credit course.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
SPMT 498  Global Sport Culture & Leaders  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3  
This course will explore sport within several countries and the globalization of sport. Students will meet with and learn from entrepreneurs, managers, administrators, and leaders in sport business areas of marketing, operations, management, law and others. This course will provide application for the development of skills necessary to be an effective and efficient leader regarding communication, motivation and corporate decision making in sport. 3 hours per week.
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology
SPMT 499  Sport Mgmt Capstone  (6 Credits)  
Lecture: 6  
The capstone course for the sport management majors integrates previously presented principles into practice. Students will complete a capstone project culminiating in a project, paper, and presentation. The project will incorporate the various functions covered throughout the program: sports histoery, sport administration and leadership theory,sport marketing, sport finance, sport law, sport finance, sport law, sport communication, and sport public relations. Pre-requisite: senior status or permision of the departmental chair.3 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): SPMT 399
College/School: College Of Education
Department: Dept of Health & Kinesiology