Course Descriptions
Health Sciences and Human Performance

EXERCISE AND
SPORT SCIENCES -- GRADUATE

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Effective Team Building

Understanding people and the interpersonal communications and leadership skills necessary for effective and cohesive team units. Barriers to change and conflict resolution are discussed. 1 credit.

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Motivation for Superior Performance

Understanding motivation and its importance to performance. Various motivational approaches are discussed, with emphasis on goal setting and attainment. 2 credits.

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Curriculum Design and Analysis

A study of curricular designs, educational aims and objectives, learning experiences and activities, and curricular evaluations in education in general and physical education specifically. Emphasis is on current trends in the curriculum. 3 credits.

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Supervision of Physical Education

Principles of supervision and the function of the supervisor as a responsible leader in improving instruction in physical education. Topics include types and means of supervision, staff relationships, teaching assignments, observing instruction, supervisory conferences, and teachers’ meetings. 3 credits.

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Exercise for Disease Intervention and the Older Adult

Focuses on the usefulness of exercise in disease prevention and rehabilitation and as an effective intervention in the aging process. Cardiac, pulmonary, and renal pathologies are discussed along with diabetes, hypertension, obesity, and other disorders. Details for evaluating functional status and prescribing exercise programs for those conditions are discussed. Pending New York State approval. 3 credits.

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Thesis

Open only to qualified students who are preparing a preapproved independent scholarly thesis. Conducted on a conference basis with the thesis adviser. Guide-lines are available from the graduate chair. The completed thesis must be approved by the department and graduate offices. Required for thesis plan. Pending New York State approval. 1-6 credits.

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Independent Research

The student works in close cooperation with a professor in self-directed study, problem solving, or research investigation. The topic and proposal must be approved by the sponsoring professor and graduate chair. A final written report in the approved form is required. 1-3 credits.

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Independent Reading

Reading in the field, arranged between the department and
the student. May be related to research in progress. The topic and proposal must be approved by the sponsoring professor and graduate chair. 1-3 credits.

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Internship in Exercise and Sport Sciences

Supervised work experience in an agency related to the student’s concentration in the master’s degree program. Approval and support of a graduate faculty sponsor are required, and prerequisite coursework may be needed. 1-3 credits.

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Advanced Techniques of Athletic Training

Consideration of prevention, management, and rehabilitation of sports injuries. Essential concepts include anatomical basis of common injuries, injury assessment, and principles of therapeutic exercise for areas often injured. Laboratory time is included. Prerequisites: 665-24700 or equivalent, or permission of instructor. Pending New York State approval. 3 credits.

EXERCISE AND
SPORT SCIENCES -- UNDERGRADUATE

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Introduction to Sport Management
NLA

Investigation of the scope of the sport industry, a growing major business enterprise in the United States and much of the world. Discussions of the functions of management, the skills and attributes required of a sport manager, the roles of a manager, and, especially, how the managerial process is related to sport organizations and their products. Students learn about career opportunities in the sport management field. 3 credits.

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Human Anatomy
NS LA

A film and lecture format that concisely presents the essential facts and nomenclature of human anatomy. The systemic approach, with emphasis on the skeletal, muscular, nervous, and blood circulatory systems, is used to present information sufficient to allow for further study in such areas as physiology, kinesiology, and athletic training. 3 credits.

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Human Anatomy Laboratory
NS LA

A survey-type laboratory in gross human anatomy, using the region-al approach for study. Models, human skeletons, and in vivo human palpation are used. 663-12500 should be taken simultaneously. 1 credit.

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Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries
NLA

Introduction to basic concepts in athletic training, with emphasis on anatomical bases and mechanisms of common athletic injuries. Basics of injury prevention, recognition, and initial care are covered. Laboratory time for practice of common taping and wrapping techniques is included so that students may develop these practical skills. Prerequisites: 663-12500 and 663-12600. 3 credits.

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Fieldwork in Exercise and Sport Sciences
NLA

Practical experience in corporate or clinical settings, amateur and professional sport agencies, or community organizations. Focus is on observation, guided learning, and supervised practical experiences. Prerequisites: major or minor in the Department of Exercise and Sport Sciences, junior standing or above, and permission of department chair. 1-6 credits.

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Advanced Study in Exercise Physiology
LA

An extension of 663-44400, Exercise Physiology, that goes into greater depth on the physiological mechanisms that regulate the body’s responses and adaptations to exercise. Special physiological considerations of gender, development and aging, obesity, pregnancy, and environmental stress (e.g., altitude, pollution, extreme temperature) are emphasized. Popular pharmaceutical and dietary manipulations used to enhance exercise performance are discussed. Experimental research in exercise physiology is introduced, and limited laboratory experiences are scheduled during class time. Prerequisites: 663-44400. 3 credits.

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Independent Study in
Exercise and Sport Sciences
LA

Individual study program for the investigation of special issues or topics in the field of exercise or sport science that have such breadth of cultural or psychological material, such rigor and depth of theoretical structure, or such play of broad intellectual and aesthetic themes as to be classified liberal arts. Arranged individually between student and faculty sponsor according to guidelines available from the department. Prerequisites: major or minor in the Department of Exercise and Sport Sciences and permission of department chair. 1-3 credits.

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Independent Study in Exercise and Sport Sciences
NLA

Independent study program for the investigation of special issues or topics in the field of exercise or sport science that are so professional, practical, or applied in nature that they cannot be classified as liberal arts. Arranged individually between student and faculty sponsor according to guidelines available from the department. Prerequisites: major or minor in the Department of Exercise and Sport Sciences and permission of department chair. 1-3 credits.

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Internship in Exercise and Sport Sciences
NLA

Supervised work experience in corporate or clinical exercise settings, amateur and professional sport agencies, or community sport organizations. Student assumes a leadership role in various job-related activities and performs administrative tasks in support of such activities under an experienced agency supervisor and faculty sponsor. Prerequisites: 663-34900 and permission of department chair. For 7-12 credits, approval of the provost is required. 6-9 credits.

HEALTH

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Personal Health
NS LA

The concept of health and the role and responsibility of individuals for their health. Emphasizes wellness and health promotion and their relationship to the quality of life. 3 credits.

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Stress: Its Nature
and Management
LA

Overview of the nature and physiology of stress and the various approaches and techniques commonly used to manage it. Covers relaxation techniques, yoga, meditation, cognitive restructuring, goal setting, assertiveness techniques, social engineering, communication skills, conflict resolution, nutrition, exercise, biofeedback, leisure counseling, role clarification, self-help techniques, and time management techniques. This is an online course. See page 35 for computer requirements. Address inquiries to the instructor, Deborah Wuest, at wuest@ithaca.edu or 607-274-3108. Prerequisites: any level 1 psychology course. 3 credits.

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Human Sexuality
SS LA

Human sexuality from biological, psychological, and sociological perspectives. Emphasis is on information, not advice. Prerequisites: sophomore standing. 3 credits.

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Fieldwork in Health Education
NLA

Practical experience in public, voluntary, or commercial health agencies. Provides the opportunity to become involved in various agency functions. Prerequisites: junior standing and permission of department chair. 1-6 credits.

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Psychoactive Drugs
SS LA

Acquaints prospective teachers and others with the implications for contemporary American society of the use of mind-affecting drugs. An interdisciplinary approach is used to study relevant and controversial issues regarding drugs, society, and human behavior. Prerequisites: junior standing. 3 credits.

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Internship in Health Education
NLA

Supervised, full-time experience in a health agency during the summer or regular academic semester. Content of internship should reflect the student’s concentration area (i.e., gerontology, substance abuse services, worksite health promotion, nutrition, or planned interdisciplinary combination). Prerequisites: junior or senior standing and permission of department chair. 6-9 credits.

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Independent Study in Health
LA

Individual study program for the investigation of special problems in the field of health. A written report is required. Prerequisites: senior standing and permission of instructor and department chair. 1-3 credits.

HEALTH POLICY STUDIES

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Internship in Health Services Administration
NLA

Work experience under a qualified preceptor, with periodic written progress reports and a written major report on the job. Conferences with faculty. The first professional internship, which takes place between the sophomore and junior year, is a general internship for all students. The second internship, between the junior and senior year, is more specifically related to the student’s particular career interest within the health care field. Summer-term tuition is charged for each summer’s internship. Prerequisites: 306-12200, 640-20500, 880-22500, and 880-22600. Pass/fail only. 4 credits each summer.

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Independent Study
LA

Individual research and writing on a particular area of health services administration, under the supervision of a faculty member in the department. Prerequisites: permission of supervising faculty member, student’s adviser, department chair, and dean. 1-4 credits.

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY

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Occupations and Occupational Therapy NLA

Introduction to the concepts, selected theories, and frames of reference of occupational therapy. Emphasis is on the occupational therapy process and the use and analysis of human activities and occupations by occupational therapists. Prerequisites: 672-10100 and junior standing in occupational science/occupational therapy. Rochester. 2 credits.

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Clinical Fieldwork II -- Children and Adolescents

Three months of full-time supervised clinical experience, with the opportunity to treat pediatric patients/clients. Assignment in training center program approved in accordance with the American Occupational Therapy Association’s Essentials. Required. 6 credits.

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Clinical Fieldwork II -- Adult/Geriatric

Three months of full-time supervised clinical experience, with the opportunity to treat adult/geriatric patients. Assignment in training center programs approved in accordance with the American Occupational Therapy Association’s Essentials. Required. 6 credits.

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Clinical Fieldwork II --
Elective Specialty

Two or three months of full-time, supervised clinical experience, with the opportunity to plan, implement, and evaluate treatment for patients or clients in a specialty area selected by the student in consultation with the fieldwork coordinator. Required. Prerequisites: 672-60000 and 672-69000. 4 credits.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION

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Fieldwork in Physical Education
NLA

Practical experience in public, voluntary, or commercial agencies or businesses that provide various types of physical education, sports-related activities, or services. Prerequisites: 660-10300, major or minor in the Department of Health Pro-motion and Human Movement or the Department of Exercise and Sport Sciences, junior standing or above, and permission of department chair. 1-6 credits.

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Selected Topics: Cutting-Edge Technology Applications in Health and Physical Education
LA/NLA

This workshop provides teachers with hands-on experience in

working with the TriFit system for fitness assessment and Health First online tools for fitness and wellness appraisal and planning. Teachers learn how to integrate online learning into their classes and to construct Web pages that complement their instruction units. Prerequisites: 660-23900, 662-23900, experience with a PC, or permission of the instructor. This course may be repeated for credit for different selected topics. 1 credit.

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Independent Study
in Physical Education
LA

Individual study program for investigation of special problems in the field of physical education. Written report required. Prerequisites: permission of instructor and department chair. 1-3 credits.

PHYSICAL THERAPY

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Human Anatomy
NS LA

Study of the gross anatomical components of the human body through the use of lecture and cadaver dissection. Emphasis on the musculoskeletal and neurovascular systems found in the extremities; the trunk, chest, and abdominal walls; and in the head and neck. Prerequisites: 303-20600. Rochester. 6 credits.

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Massage and Surface Anatomy
NLA

This predominantly laboratory-based course presents the theory, principles, and techniques of various forms of therapeutic massage. Regional palpation and surface anatomy are emphasized at the same time that they are presented in 670-31000, Human Anatomy. Corequisite: 670-31000. Rochester. 1 credit.

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Mobility Training
NLA

Principles and skills involved in ambulation training with and with out assistive devices, transfer training, wheelchair management, safety in patient handling, and proper body mechanics. Prerequisites: 670-10100. Corequisite: 670-31000. Rochester. 1 credit.

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Clinical Education I NLA

The initial assignment to one of a variety of health care facilities for six weeks. The student is assigned to specified clinical tasks under the close supervision of the clinical instructor. Professional conduct and appearance, basic musculoskeletal assessment and treatment, and application of physical agents are emphasized. Prerequisites: satisfactory completion of all prior required coursework. Pass/fail only. 3 credits.

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Clinical Education IV, V

These are the final placements of the student in a clinical environment. Two six-week sessions. Prerequisites: satisfactory completion of all prior required coursework. Pass/fail only. 3 credits per course.

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The Healthy Musician: Injury Prevention and Intervention for Health Care Providers and Musicians, Levels I and II

Designed for health care providers and musicians, this comprehensive program of seminars and hands-on workshops focuses on health and musical performance. To register, participants must complete the registration form in the Healthy Musician brochure, which is available on request from the summer sessions office. Use the request form in this catalog or phone 607-274-3143. 1 credit per level or noncredit.

RECREATION

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Fieldwork I
NLA

Experiential-education opportunity that applies program- planning theories and skills to real-life situations. The student works in a leisure service agency and is actively involved in some aspect of program planning and direct leadership. This course combines classroom and agency experience. Prerequisites: 661-10100 or 661-10300; 661-10500; and major or minor status in department. Corequisite: 661-23200. 3 credits.

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Project Adventure
NLA

Principles and practices of leading, supervising, planning, implementing, and evaluating Project Adventure programs and activities. Covers the use and construction of the basic ropes course as well as group problem solving, initiative games, and balance activities. Stresses teaching methods, techniques, and safety. (In addition to tuition, students need to pay a $140 fee, to cover expenses, when they register.) Prerequisites: sophomore standing or above. 3 credits.

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Advanced Fieldwork
NLA

Practical in-depth work experience in a leisure service agency. Prerequisites: 661-34800 and permission of department chair. 2-6 credits.

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Internship in Recreation
and Leisure Studies
NLA

Supervised, full-time work experience during the summer or regular academic school year in a leisure service agency. Prerequisites: minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00, minimum GPA in 661-xxxxx courses of 2.50, minimum average of 3.00 in 661-24800 and 661-34800, completion of at least 24 credits of required recreation courses (661-xxxxx) and 6 credits of recreation electives, and approval of department chair. 6-9 credits.

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Independent Study
LA

Individual pursuit of the solution to a problem of interest to student and to consultant faculty member. Prerequisites: 661-33200 and permission of department chair. 1-3 credits.

SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY AND AUDIOLOGY -- GRADUATE

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Clinical Practicum in Audiology

The third in a four-course clinical practicum sequence. Provides graduated experience in the mechanics of audiometric testing as well as actual practice with clients seen in the Sir Alexander Ewing-Ithaca College Speech and Hearing Clinic. Emphasis is on knowledge of the equipment and test procedures as well as increased practice in interviewing, testing, and written interpretation of clinical findings. Pre-requisites: 620-62200 and 620-62300. 2 credits.

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Dysphagia

Discussion of normal and deviant patterns of swallowing in infants to adults. Nature and causes of dysphagia across all client populations presented in detail, providing techniques and demonstration of clinical swallowing evaluations, videofluoroscopic swallow studies, and swallowing therapy, among others. 1 credit.

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Current Research in Speech Pathology and Audiology

Presentation of some basic skills required to conduct or evaluate research. Specific emphasis is on the scientific method as a problem-solving process. Further course content deals with designing experimental procedures for research questions, learning to establish and test hypotheses, and summarizing and evaluating data. 3 credits.

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Clinical Practicum I

First graduate clinical experience. This is a supervised practicum in the Sir Alexander Ewing-Ithaca College Speech and Hearing Clinic. Students perform in-depth diagnostic evaluations and/or provide therapy for individuals with speech-language disorders. The experience emphasizes planning, conducting therapy programs, taking case histories, conferring with parents, writing reports, and making recommendations. A weekly meeting is held to help orient the student to managerial and organizational procedures in the clinic. Prerequisites: 25 hours of clinical observation. 1 credit.

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Clinical Practicum II

Graduate students may be assigned to the Sir Alexander Ewing-Ithaca College Speech and Hearing Clinic and/or to off-campus sites. Site and client assignments are determined by the student’s clock-hour needs and American Speech-Language-Hearing Association minimum requirements. Workshops and meetings are held on selected topics. Prerequisites: 620-66100. 1 credit.

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Externship in Speech-Language Pathology

Graduate students are placed at off-campus sites for five to seven weeks of daily practicum experience. Specific duties assigned vary with the placement site. Placement site assignments are made in accordance with the student’s interests and clock-hour needs. Prerequisites: 620-66200 and faculty approval. 2 credits.

SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY AND AUDIOLOGY -- UNDERGRADUATE

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Clinical Practicum I NLA

Intensive clinical observation experience in conjunction with classroom instruction. Focus is on designing individualized intervention programs, writing behavioral objectives, and general case management strategies. Corequisite: 620-35200. 3 credits.