400

SPEX-40000 Strength Training and Conditioning

This course is the culmination of the study of the biophysical elements of movement and the application of exercise and movement science. This course is designed to allow students to demonstrate their knowledge of the biophysical elements of movement and their appropriate application. This course also serves as an exercise and movement science certification-prep course.

3

Prerequisites

SPEX 39000

SPEX-40100 Exercise and Movement Science Senior Capstone

This is a capstone course for Exercise and Movement Science majors that further covers professionalism in the field, research opportunities, entrepreneurship, and career preparation.

1

Prerequisites

Senior standing and consent of Program Director

SPEX-40300 Tactical Strength and Conditioning

Tactical Strength and Conditioning is designed to help and aid military, law enforcement, fire and rescue, and other emergency services do their job better through a combination of cutting-edge research, proven training methods, and field experience. This course provides students with scientific information needed to increase the performance, readiness, and longevity of tactical professionals while decreasing the likelihood of fitness-related injuries.
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SPEX-40500 Athletic Training Clinical 3

An Approved Clinical Instructor supervises the students while they are assigned to a team within a school's athletic program. The learning objective is for the student to show proficiency in all aspects of athletic training including prevention, assessment, treatment, rehabilitation, and administration. This progress is documented using weekly worksheets in a clinical packet. In addition, students observe at least one surgical procedure.

2

Prerequisites

SPEX 30500 or consent of Program Director

SPEX-40600 Professional Development for Athletic Trainers

The professional development of the athletic trainer is the focus of this course. Specific content includes: job search techniques, BOC certification exam procedures, maintaining certification, networking, and the professional organizations associated with the discipline. Students must attend one continuing education event to fulfill the requirements of this course.

1

Prerequisites

SPEX 30400

SPEX-40900 Evidence Based Clinical Decision Making

This course will introduce the principles of Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) and prepare the student to use clinical outcomes to enhance patient care. Topics include formulating a clinical question, searching for evidence, and critical appraisal of the literature. This course meets the University Advanced Writing requirements.
3

Prerequisites

ENGL 11200 and 60 earned credit hours in Athletic Training or Exercise & Movement major.

SPEX-41000 Research Methods in Sport and Exercise Science

This course covers identification and evaluation of research problems, interpretation of research in sport science related areas (athletic training, sport management, fitness, health, recreation, physical education) and basic statistical analysis.

3

Prerequisites

60 earned credit hours in Sport Management or Exercise & Movement Science major

SPEX-42000 Introduction to Ergonomics

This course introduces students to the study of ergonomics. The course provides students with an in-depth discussion on how the principles of ergonomics can be applied to the context of sport, physical activity, and the workplace in an effort to reduce injury and improve performance.

3

Prerequisites

SPEX 31500, SPEX 34000, SPEX 34500, SPEX 38000 and SPEX 39000

SPEX-44000 Therapeutic Exercise

This class examines the use of exercise and rehabilitation equipment to aid in the healing of injuries/conditions resulting from physical activity. Contemporary theories of development, as well as implementation and modification of rehab programs, are examined and explored in both a lecture and a lab format.

3

Prerequisites

SPEX 30400

SPEX-44100 Therapeutic Modalities

This course examines the use of electro, cryo- and hydrotherapies to aid in the healing of injuries and conditions resulting from physical activity. Students explore indications and contraindications of several modalities in both a lecture and a lab format.

3

Prerequisites

SPEX 26400 or SPEX 26600

SPEX-47000 Athletic Training Senior Seminar

In this preparatory class for the BOC exam. The students synthesize material through critical thinking, and are given oral exams which simulate the BOC exam.

3

SPEX-47100 Sport and Exercise Science Pre-Internship Seminar

This course is designed to prepare students for a quality Sport and Exercise Science internship. Emphasis will be placed on the process and steps prior to the internship. Internship search and inquiry, letter of interest, application and interview processes, résumés, and portfolio development, and internship requirements and procedures will be covered. Student work prior to the internship will be critical to a highly successful and rewarding internship.

1

Prerequisites

Completion of 18 credit hours in the Exercise and Movement Science or Sport Management major

SPEX-47200 Sport and Exercise Science Pre-Senior Project Seminar

This course is designed to prepare students for a quality Sport and Exercise Science senior culminating experience in SPEX 48200 Sport and Exercise Senior Project. Emphasis will be placed on the process and steps prior to commencing work on the project. Project research search and inquiry, letter of interest, application, presentation of project, and project requirements and procedures will be covered. Student work prior to beginning the project will be critical to a highly successful and rewarding senior experience.

1

Prerequisites

Consent of Program Director

SPEX-48000 Sport and Exercise Science Internship

This internship requires students, with the assistance of the Program Director, to locate an internship position in a sport setting. This course provides the opportunity for supervised, practical experience in the administration of physical fitness programs and the development of skills in direct leadership. Students must complete 250 hours of practical experience during the semester. The internship must be arranged during the semester prior to enrollment and must be approved by the Program Director. The student must complete an application for enrollment, have completed SPEX 17100 First Aid, and have earned a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or above in certain prerequisite courses listed in the Catalog.

4

Prerequisites

Consent of Department Chair

SPEX-48100 Athletic Training Internship

This internship provides the final experience as an athletic training student. The student will accumulate 300 hours of practical experience during the semester in a setting that he or she selects, and which is approved by the program director. In addition, the student prepares for the BOC certification exam. The student must submit an application for this course and be accepted. The application is available from the program director; deadlines apply to this procedure.

4

Prerequisites

Consent of Department Chair

SPEX-48200 Sport and Exercise Science Senior Project

This senior experience project requires students, with the assistance of the program director and the 16-472 Sport and Exercise Science Pre-Senior Project Seminar, to develop a project within an exercise and movement science or sport management setting. This course provides the opportunity for supervised, practical experience in the administration of physical fitness programs and the development of skills in direct leadership, product development, research, and technology application. The project must be arranged during the semester prior to enrollment and must be approved by the program director. The student must complete an application for enrollment, have completed 16-171 First Aid, have earned a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or above in certain prerequisite courses listed in the program, and have received a grade of "C" or better in all Sport Management or Exercise and Movement Science coursework.

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Prerequisites

The student must complete the Project Proposal Form by the appropriate deadline, and the proposal must be accepted by the Program Director.

SPEX-49000 Field Practicum

An opportunity for practical experience in athletics coaching, this practicum is available to students enrolled in the athletic coaching curriculum. Enrollment is contingent upon consultation with and approval of the department chairperson. Arrangements must be made the semester prior to enrollment.

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SPEX-49900 Independent Study

This course allows students with a major or minor in Sport and Exercise Science to conduct in-depth research/study in an area germane to the department. Students must submit a written proposal of the independent study project to the department chairperson for approval at the time of enrollment.

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Prerequisites

To qualify for an Independent Study, a student must have successfully completed 60 credit hours, at least 12 of which were earned at Lewis University, and have earned at Lewis University a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA.