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SOS 130 - Topics in Ethnic Studies (1) A series of mini-courses focusing on one or more of the following topics: the history of a given ethnic group in the ‘old country,’ in America, and locally; the cultural, social, and religious groupings within the given ethnic heritage; the literature, the arts and sciences, and other cultural contributions, including the folk culture, of the given ethnic group. Emphasis will be placed where possible on the production of basic research data for the writing of the local area ethnic histories. Up to six credits, provided the topics are not the same. Same as HUM 110 , HUM 120 , and HUM 130 .
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SOS 200 - Select Topics: Social Studies (3) Topics in various aspects of Social Studies. May vary from year to year.
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SOS 203 - Introduction to Gender Studies (3) Gender and its impact on development, cognition, philosophy, behavior, and social institutions.
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SOS 207 - Social Organization of the U.S. Health Care System (3) Nature and function of U.S. health care system and health professionals. Impact of social, political, economic, ethical, professional, legal, and technological forces.
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SOS 215 - Women’s Past, Present, and Future (3) Interdisciplinary examination of the roots of women’s experiences, current issues pertinent to women, and trends impacting women’s future, specifically in the United States.
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SOS 235 - Civil Rights, Public Policy, and Social Change (3) People, events, and issues of civil rights struggle in United States, including impact on democratization and social change in American society and formation of public policy. Same as GOV 235 .
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SOS 490 - Independent Study (1 to 3) Individually supervised research and study. Provides opportunity for students to engage in original research or to pursue scholarly investigations beyond the boundaries of established courses. Arranged by agreement between the student and the instructor, subject to approval of coordinator and division dean.
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Sociology |
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DSC 501 - Introduction to Data Science (3) The Introduction to Data Science introduces students to important data science goals and objectives that inform data collection and analysis techniques. Students will also embark on developing an understanding of how appropriate quantitative and qualitative methods, data collection techniques, and software help data scientists interpret and apply research findings to help solve real world problems using private and proprietary data sources, as well as publicly available ones. Finally, this course helps students develop advanced critical thinking of research ethics and social responsibilities, as they relate to management and decision sciences.
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DSC 503 - Statistical Methods (3) This course introduces the basic statistical approach that is taken when analysis of social data is intitiated. This includes basic descriptive and inferential statistics as well as bivariate relationships.
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SOC 151 - Introduction to Sociology (3) Introduction to sociology and United States society: social class, race, ethnicity, sex, age, family, education, religion, sub-cultures, polity, economy, deviance, urban life, collective behavior, population, bureaucracy, social groups, and social change.
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SOC 161 - Sport and Society (3) This course investigates the phenomenon of sport, how diverse forms of sport intersect with and shape understandings of social issues like gender, race, politics, and the human body.
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SOC 211 - Statistics in the Behavioral Sciences (3) Application of statistical methods in psychological research. Descriptive statistics, tests of significance, correlation, simple analysis of variance, chi-square, and some nonparametric methods. Students may not also take for credit ECN 241, MAT112 for credit towards Core Goal 4: Quantitative Reasoning. Same as PSY 211 . Prerequisite(s); if any: Core Component I Mathematics.
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SOC 225 - Social Problems (3) This course explores American society with a focus on the social problems that are facing each one of us from poverty and racial inequality to violence, drugs, war and terrorism.
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SOC 233 - The Family (3) The family as a social institution, its place in different cultures and social strata, family functions, courtship, mate selections; the family in transition.
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SOC 252 - Race and Ethnicity (3) Sociological analysis of the interrelationships among religious, national, and racial minority groups and their dominant majorities in America; international comparisons.
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SOC 274 - Criminology (3) Crime as a form of deviant behavior, its relation to social values and social structure, types of criminal behavior, theories of treatment and control, correctional methods, and the administration of justice.
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SOC 283 - Social Deviance (3) Explores various aspects of deviance, including the causes of deviant behavior, reactions to deviants, and the impact of social reaction, as well as theories of deviance and selected areas of deviant behavior.
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SOC 300 - Select Topics: Sociology (1 to 3) Topics in various aspects of Sociology. May vary from year to year.
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SOC 307 - Bureaucracy and Culture: U.S. Health Care System (3) Social organization and functioning of the US Health Care System, a dynamic and pluralistic system involving public and private participants.
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SOC 312 - Social Science Research Methods (3) Application of scientific methods to study human behavior; surveys diverse research methods used in sociology, anthropology, and other behavioral sciences; students originate, design, and conduct research projects. Same as ANT 312 .
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SOC 339 - Drugs and Society (3) This course examines the realities, myths, subcultures, and policies that arise from and influence drug use in American Society.
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SOC 342 - Urban Sociology (3) This course will explore 1) what it means to be a city; 2) how cities are structured; 3) what it is like to live in an urban setting; and 4) the problems faced by urban places.
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SOC 367 - Race Class Gender & Sexuality (3) Examines the social construction on inequality, as well as the theoretical basis for the existence and continuation of social inequality in American society. Investigates the distribution of power in terms of race, class, gender and sexuality.
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SOC 376 - Criminological Research Methods (3) Emphasis on reading studies in scientific journals, understanding quantitative methods and their applications in crime study, hypothesis testing and policy evaluations. Computer applications in processing data and data analysis. Prerequisite(s); if any: SOC 274 and SOC 211 /PSY 211 or MAT 112 .
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SOC 387 - Family Violence (3) Clarify the concept of family violence, review the applicable historical and theoretical background, discuss different forms that family violence takes, and to examine the social consequences.
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SOC 405 - Sociology and Anthropology Theory (3) The development of Sociology and Anthropology; critical ideas about society and culture from early thinkers through the present. Same as ANT 405
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SOC 423 - Senior Seminar (3) The application and development of sociological and anthropological theory and research methods through a series of advanced readings and discussions and the development of an independent research project. Same as ANT 423 . Prerequisite(s); if any: ANT 312 /SOC 312 .
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SOC 470 - Sociology - Internship (1 to 6) Students serve on the staffs of established agencies under co-supervision of designated agency staff person and appropriate faculty person. Periodic conferences, relevant reading assignments, and papers analyzing internship experience required. Same as ANT 470 . Prerequisite(s); if any: SOC 151 , SOC 312 , and permission of instructor and division dean.
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SOC 490 - Independent Study (3) Individually supervised research and study. Provides opportunity for students to engage in original research or to pursue scholarly investigations beyond the boundaries of established courses. Arranged by agreement between the student and the instructor, subject to approval of coordinator and division dean. May be repeated once for credit, though with a different topic. Prerequisite(s); if any: Junior standing.
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SOC 537 - Science & Social Power (3) Critical examination of science as a primary locus of social power. Socio-historical development of science as a power project; influence of socially constructed scientific reality in production and maintenance of inequality. Seminar format. Prerequisite(s); if any: ANT 101 , SOC 151 , or Permission of Instructor.
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SOC 552 - Minority Experience in American Society (3) Minority experience in American society from historical and contemporary perspectives. Theories of dominant/minority group relations. Contemporary issues and public policy. Intersection of race, ethnicity, gender, social class. Prerequisite(s); if any: One of the following: ANT 101 , SOC 151 , SOC 252 , or Permission of Instructor.
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SOC 555 - Community and Social Change (3) Analysis of challenges and opportunities facing American communities. Emphasis on communities in New York State, and on Utica in particular.
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SOC 563 - Complex Organizations (3) The study of complex organizations in modern society. Examines the basic character of bureaucracy, its functional significance for society, its pathological aspects, its internal structure, and the effects of informal relations within formal systems.
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SOC 565 - Demography (3) Demography is the study of human population size, growth, density and change. The major focus of the course is on fertility, mortality, and migration patterns at the national level. A comparative perspective allows analysis of various demographic variables.
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Spanish |
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SPA 101 - Beginning Spanish I (3) Pronunciation and aural comprehension; elementary grammar: oral and written practice; reading of simple prose. Language lab required.
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SPA 102 - Beginning Spanish II (3) Continuation of SPA 101. Prerequisite(s); if any: SPA 101 or equivalent.
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SPA 115 - Spanish for Medical and Paramedical Personnel (3) Practice with vocabulary, structures, and cultural contexts that the medically oriented student needs to communicate with Spanish-speaking patients.
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SPA 125 - Medical Spanish II (3) This course will continue to expand students’ medical vocabulary in Spanish. Speaking and grammatical skills will be emphasized, including narration in the present and past tenses. Cultural sensitivity regarding Latino patients will be discussed. Prerequisite(s); if any: SPA 115 .
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SPA 201 - Intermediate Spanish I (3) Reading; grammar review; oral work; translation; simple composition. Prerequisite(s); if any: SPA 102 or equivalent.
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SPA 202 - Intermediate Spanish II (3) Continuation of SPA 201 Prerequisite(s); if any: SPA 201 or equivalent.
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SPA 227 - Spoken Spanish I (3) Conversational practice based upon selected aspects of Hispanic life and culture. Vocabulary building, oral comprehension, use of idiomatic Spanish. Prerequisite(s); if any: SPA 202 or Permission of Instructor.
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SPA 300 - Topics in Spanish and Latin American Cultures and Literature (3) Concentrated study emphasizing a specific period, genre, culture, or theme within Spanish and Latin American cultures and writings. Taught in Spanish or English. May be repeated once for credit, provided topics are not the same. Prerequisite(s); if any: SPA 202 .
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SPA 311 - Spanish and Latin American Film (3) Introduction to Spanish or Latin American Film in cultural and historical context. Taught in Spanish or English. May be repeated once if a different theme is offered. Same as FLM 311 .
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SPA 315 - Business Spanish (3) Vocabulary and discourse related to business. Oral and written practices, reading, Hispanic business culture, various business topics. Cross-cultural awareness of Hispanic business world. Taught in Spanish. Prerequisite(s); if any: SPA 202 or Permission of Instructor.
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SPA 327 - Spoken Spanish II (3) Conversational practice based upon selected aspects of Hispanic life and culture. An advanced course in vocabulary building, oral comprehension, and use of idiomatic Spanish.
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SPA 337 - Spanish Composition and Grammar Review (3) In-depth review of grammar, emphasis on the more problematic grammatical structures. Improvement of mechanical accuracy and style in written work. Prerequisite(s); if any: SPA 202 or Permission of Instructor.
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SPA 347 - Introduction to Spanish Culture (3) An introduction to the cultures and traditions of Spain through readings, film, and the media. Prerequisite(s); if any: SPA 202 or equivalent.
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SPA 348 - Latin American Cultures and Civilizations (3) This course is designed as an introduction to the cultures, civilizations and history of Spanish-speaking countries. While the emphasis will be on Latin America, Spain will be included as a point of reference and comparison. Prerequisite(s); if any: SPA 202 or Permission of Instructor.
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SPA 388 - Introduction to Literature in Spanish (3) Readings and critical analysis of representative works. Discussion of their importance in representative literary movements and genres. Conducted in Spanish. Prerequisite(s); if any: SPA 202 or Permission of Instructor.
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SPA 404 - Introduction to Applied Spanish Linguistics (3) Second language acquisition theory, pragmatics, sociolinguistics, dialectology, and a thorough review of Spanish grammar. Conducted in Spanish. Prerequisite(s); if any: SPA 202 and Permission of Instructor.
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SPA 490 - Independent Study (3 to 6) SPA 490 Independent Study IR
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SPA 500 - Immersion Spanish (3)
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SPA 590 - Spanish Culture Research Paper (3)
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Theatre |
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THE 115 - Introduction to Theatre (3) Examination of the various arts of theatre: playwriting, directing, acting, scene and
costume design, as individual arts and as part of the composite art of theatre leading to a more perceptive critical view of theatre. Practical work in at least one stage production required.
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THE 130 - Practicum in Theatre (1) Participation in dramatic productions. Students selected by the faculty. May be taken four times for credit. Prerequisite(s); if any: Permission of Instructor required.
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THE 136 - Elements of Acting (3) Stage business and movements, theatrical projection, correlation of body and voice, relation of the body to moods and emotions, and the application of these elements to individual and ensemble scene work.
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THE 300 - Select Topics: Theatre (1 to 3) Specialized study in various topics in theatre. May be repeated provided topics are not the same.
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THE 315 - Puppetry I (3) The design, function, and manipulation of a variety of puppet forms for the purposes of education, therapy, cultural enrichment, and entertainment.
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THE 316 - Puppetry II (3) Design, construct, and manipulate a hand and rod puppet for the purposes of education, therapy, cultural enrichment, and entertainment. Develop a performance with other students, including creating characters, costuming, script development, and basic staging.
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THE 320 - Theatre for Social Justice (3) Through interviews and research, create a performance that addresses a social justice issue. May be repeated for credit if topics are not the same.
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THE 333 - Production in the Theatre (3) The study of the technical disciplines of the theatre (scene design, lighting, costume design, etc.) in relationship to the entire production. Practical as well as theoretical work. A project will be required of each student.
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THE 336 - Advanced Acting (3) Intensive study of character development and various acting methods. Prerequisite(s); if any: THE 136 or Permission of Instructor.
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THE 340 - Theatre Workshop (1) Actors, actresses, dancers, lighting, scenic and costume designers, playwrights, musicians, and film makers plan productions and other theatrical activities and initiate and develop theatre experiments. Everyone will take part in some theatrical activity outside of class. Freshman by permission of instructor only. May be repeated up to maximum of four credits.
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THE 347 - Scenic Painting (3) Overview of theatrical scenic painting including materials, safety, tools, faux textures, and trompe l’oeil. Prerequisite(s); if any: THE 333 .
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THE 348 - Special Effects (3) Overview of special effects techniques in all design areas including mold-making, facial casts, safety considerations, working with fabric, electricity, paint and light. Prerequisite(s); if any: THE 115 or Permission of Instructor.
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THE 375 - Literature of the Theatre (3) Forms of drama (tragedy, comedy, tragi-comedy, and others) from ancient Greece to the present. Same as ENG 375 . Prerequisite(s); if any: ENG 102 .
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THE 385 - World Drama (3) Exploration of dramatic literature spanning global cultures.
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THE 400 - Advanced Topics in Theatre (3) Advances study in various topics in theatre. May be repeated provided topics are not the same.
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THE 441 - Directing in the Theatre (3) An exploration of the methods of directing a play, beginning with the analysis of the script and ending with the finished production. Each student will direct a short play as a term project. Prerequisite(s); if any: THE 115 and THE 136 or Permission of Instructor.
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THE 455 - Theatre History I (3) Traces the development of the theatrical art from rituals and storytelling to the Renaissance. Emphasis on the theatre’s ties to social, political, and cultural trends. Prerequisite(s); if any: THE 115 or Permission of Instructor.
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THE 456 - Theatre History II (3) Traces the development of the theatrical art from the Restoration to contemporary theatre. Emphasis on the theatre’s ties to social, political, and cultural trends. Prerequisite(s); if any: THE 115 or Permission of Instructor.
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THE 490 - Independent Study (1 to 6) Individually supervised research and study. Provides opportunity for students to engage in original research or to pursue scholarly investigations beyond the boundaries of established courses. Arranged by agreement between the student and the instructor, subject to approval of coordinator and division dean.
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TRC 106 - History and Philosophy of Recreation and Leisure (3) Historical trends, ideas, and theories that shaped the development of recreation, leisure, and play in modern American society.
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TRC 200 - Select Topics: Therapeutic Recreation (1 to 3) Topics in various aspects of Therapeutic Recreation. May vary from year to year.
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TRC 203 - Introduction to Therapeutic Recreation (3) Historical survey of recreation with special emphasis on current trends, problems, and projected developments in leisure classes. Emphasis on the historical, philosophical, and psychological aspects of therapeutic recreation. Field experience with community agencies.
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TRC 207 - History and Philosophy of Recreation, Leisure, Health, and Wellness (3) Historical trends, ideas, and theories that shaped the development of recreation, leisure, and play in modern American society.
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TRC 302 - Leisure and Wellness Education (3) Theoretical and practical foundations of leisure as related to the individual and recreation and therapeutic recreation. Development of leisure counseling skills, evaluation, and application to various settings.
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TRC 304 - Program Design & Evaluation (3) Development, documentation, and evaluation of facility wide programs in accordance with the needs of clients, institutional resources, and regulatory requirements.
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TRC 315 - Leisure, Health and Wellness (3) Relationships between and among the fields of parks, recreation, leisure studies, and public health; how leisure contributes to the health and well-being of individuals, families, communities, and societies.
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TRC 323 - Therapeutic Recreation and Medical Conditions (3) Medical conditions encountered in clinical and community based settings: Relevant medical terminology and role of therapeutic recreation in the treatment team. Prerequisite(s); if any: TRC 203 .
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TRC 352 - Assessment and Documentation (3) Therapeutic recreation assessment and documentation purpose, development, methods, and procedures. Field work required. Prerequisite(s); if any: TRC 203 .
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TRC 356 - Leadership, Analysis and Modification of TR Interventions (0, 4) Analysis of Therapeutic Recreation interventions in terms of performance, components, contexts, and modifications. Leadership theories, models, and application through laboratory experiences.
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TRC 403 - Program Design and Evaluation (3) Development, documentation, and evaluation of facility wide programs in accordance with the needs of clients, institutional resources, and regulatory requirements. Prerequisite(s); if any: TRC 323 , TRC 302 ; HLS 245 or PSY 223 ; and MAT 112 or PSY 211 or SOC 211 .
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TRC 405 - Fitness Programming and Recreation Management (3) Aspects of physical fitness and various methods of measurement. Management techniques of fitness center facilities, health clubs, and recreation centers. Includes laboratory practicum.
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TRC 406 - Organization, Administration, and Advancement of the Therapeutic Recreation Profession (3) Theories and techniques of organization and administration including: professional standards, regulations, ethical guidelines, research, marketing, budgeting, advocacy, continuing education, professionalism, accreditation, and supervision. Fieldwork required.
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TRC 413 - Advanced Therapeutic Recreation Processes and Techniques (3) Prior learning throughout the curriculum is pulled together during case based discussions. Students will use the therapeutic recreation process to design appropriate intervention programs based on efficacy research for assigned client cases. Prerequisite(s); if any: TRC 302 , TRC 304 and TRC 352 .
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TRC 469 - Internship and Examination Preparation (1) Students review the major content areas on the CTRS exam and learn how to apply for it. They also learn how to locate and secure a CTRS internships and jobs. Prerequisite(s); if any: Senior level status.
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TRC 470 - Therapeutic Recreation - Internship (12) Experience in a community or clinical agency, supervised by a certified therapeutic recreation specialist. Limited to therapeutic recreation majors who have completed all other degree requirements. Second semester of senior year. Prerequisite(s); if any: TRC 469
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Wellness and Adventure Education |
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WAE 101 - Introduction to Physical Education, Health Education & Wellness (3) Students will explore the history, philosophies, theories, ethical issues, and trends in each of the professions. Requirements to enter the professions and the existing job opportunities will also be addressed.
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WAE 103 - Dance/Aesthetic Sports (2) Understand principles, techniques, strategies, skills, and safety practices of dance and aesthetic sports.
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WAE 104 - Personal Performance Sports (2) Understand principles, techniques, strategies, skills, and safety practices for personal performance sports.
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WAE 105 - Outdoor Sports (2) Understand principles, techniques, strategies, skills, and safety practices for outdoor sports.
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WAE 106 - Target Sports (2) Understand principles, techniques, strategies, skills, and safety practices for target sports.
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WAE 107 - Net & Wall Sports (2) Understand principles, techniques, strategies, skills, and safety practices for net and wall sports.
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WAE 108 - Striking/Fielding Sports (2) Understand principles, techniques, strategies, skills, and safety practices for striking/fielding sports.
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WAE 113 - Passing Sports (2) Understand principles, techniques, strategies, skills, and safety practices for passing sports.
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WAE 143 - Adventure Programing and Basic Group Facilitation (3) This course includes: foundational concepts and theories utilized in experiential adventure education, basic group theory and dynamics, technical skills and standard operating procedures for low and high challenge course elements.
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WAE 203 - Home, School & Work Safety (3) This course addresses general and personal safety and related education. Man-made and natural disasters as well as responding to medical emergencies are addressed.
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WAE 204 - Social Health and Resources (3) This course examines social health and related resources. Emphasis is placed on family relationships. Students will also examine bullying, other forms of violence, and prevention/management strategies.
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WAE 205 - Mental Health and Resources (3) Examines intellectual and emotional medical conditions and methods health educators use to improve people’s well-being. Emphasis is placed on suicide prevention, stress management, consumer resources, and service providers and organizations.
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