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School of Health Sciences and Human Performance

Exercise and Sport Sciences --- Graduate

665-51500-11   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. May 28-June 7. 1 credit.

665-51600-11   Motivation for Superior Performance

Understanding motivation and its importance to performance. Various motivational approaches are discussed, with emphasis on goal setting and attainment. May 28-June 15. 2 credits.

665-52400-11   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.

665-53000-21   Supervision of Physical Education

Principles of supervision and the function of the supervisor as a respon-sible 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.

665-54800-11   Exercise for Disease Intervention and the Older Adult

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

665-62000-51   Thesis

Open only to qualified students who are preparing a preapproved independent scholarly thesis. Conducted on a conference basis with the thesis adviser. Guidelines are available from the graduate chair. The completed thesis must be approved by the department and graduate offices. Required for thesis plan. 6 credits.

665-63000-51   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.

665-63100-51   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.

665-66000-51   Internship

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.

665-74200-41   Advanced Techniques of Athletic Training

Prevention, management, and rehabilitation of sports injuries. Essential concepts include the anatomical basis of common injuries, injury assessment, and principles of therapeutic exercise for areas that are often injured. Laboratory time is included. Prerequisite: 665-24700 or equivalent, or permission of the instructor. July 1-12. 3 credits.

Exercise and Sport Sciences --- Undergraduate

663-24600-11   Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries

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. Prerequisite: 663-12000. 3 credits.

663-24700-11   Advanced Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries and Illnesses

Expands on and adds to the material in 663-24600, Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries, with more detailed information about athletic trauma and illness. Emphasis is on injury evaluation, proper initial management, common pathologies, and management rationale. Prerequisite: 663-24600. 3 credits.

663-34900-51   Fieldwork in Exercise and Sport Sciences

Practical experience in corporate or clinical settings, amateur and profes sional sport agencies, or community organizations. Focus is on observa tion, 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 the department chair. 1-6 credits.

663-36400-21   Complementary and Alternative Therapies

Survey of complementary and non- traditional wellness and therapeutic modalities. Emphasis is on body work and mind-body interven tions, including somatics, biofield therapeutics, and energy medicine. Alternative systems and philosophies of medical practice, the nature of practitioners, and dietary supplements are also covered. Scientific and nonscientific rationales for modalities are critically examined. Prerequisites: junior standing or above, one course in human biology or physiology (303-10800, 303-11500, 303-11900, 303-12100, 303-20500, or 663-12000), and one course in psychology (330-xxxxx). 3 credits.

663-44800-11   Advanced Study in Exercise Physiology

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. Prerequisite: 663-44400. 3 credits.

663-45000-51   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 sciences 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 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 the department chair. 1-3 credits.

663-45100-51   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 sciences 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 the department chair. 1-3 credits.

663-46000-51   Internship in Exercise and Sport Sciences

Supervised work experience in corporate or clinical exercise settings, amateur and professional sport agencies, or community sport organizations. The 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. Prerequi sites: 663-34900 and permission of the department chair. 6-9 credits.

Health

662-11300-11   Personal Health

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.

662-22700-11/21   Stress: Its Nature and Management

Overview of the nature and physiology of stress and various approaches and techniques used to manage it. Covers stress physiology, social engineering, cognitive restructuring, conflict resolution, time management, self- help techniques, nutrition, exercise, and relaxation techniques, such as meditation, progressive relaxation, and autogenic training. This is an online course. See page 40 for computer requirements. Address inquiries to the instructor, Deborah Wuest, at wuest@ithaca.edu or 607-274-3108. Prerequisite: any level 1 psychology course. 3 credits.

662-22800-11   Human Sexuality

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

662-35000-11   Psychoactive Drugs

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. Prerequisite: junior standing. 3 credits.

Health Policy Studies

640-20500-11   Critical Health Issues

Examination of the health workforce, medical education, medical specialization, the rising cost of care, voluntary and governmental health insurance, health care delivery systems, and health care for the poor. 3 credits.

640-38700/48700-51   Internship in Health Policy Studies

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.

Occupational Therapy

672-30000-11   Occupations and Occupational Therapy

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.

673-60000-51   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 programs approved in accordance with the standards of the American Occupational Therapy Association. Pass/fail only. 6 credits.

673-69000-51   Clinical Fieldwork II --- Adult and Geriatric

Three months of full-time supervised clinical experience, with the opportunity to treat adult and geriatric patients. Assignment in training center programs ap proved in accordance with the standards of the American Occupational Therapy Association. Pass/fail only.

6 credits.

673-69500/69600-51   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. Pass/fail only. Prerequisites: 673-60000 and 673-69000. 4 credits.

Physical Therapy

670-31000-11/21   Human Anatomy

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

670-31100-11/21   Massage and Surface Anatomy

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.

670-31200-11/21   Mobility Training

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. Corequisite: 670-31000. Rochester. 1 credit.

670-41000-51   Clinical Education I

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: 670-30100, 670-31500, 670-39000, 670-40200, and 670-40300. Pass/fail only. 3 credits.

670-49000-51   Clinical Education II

The second placement in a clinical environment where the student is closely supervised by a clinical instructor for six weeks. The student practices and develops skills in analyzing motor performance and evaluating and treating joint and soft tissue pathologies. He or she also learns about the administration of a physical therapy department. Prerequisites: 670-41100, 670-44100, 670-45100, 670-45200, and 670-46500. Pass/fail only. 3 credits.

671-59100/59200-41   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, call 607-274-3143, or e-mail cess@ithaca.edu. 1 credit per level or noncredit.

671-61100, 671-61200-51   Clinical Education IV, V

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

Recreation

661-22100-41   Wilderness Travel

An intensive experience in wilderness travel and programming. Students spend five days on the College campus planning the logistics of and making all preparations for a six-day trip in a wilderness area. A $150 fee, in addition to tuition, is charged to cover expenses. Prerequisites: 661-21600 and sophomore standing. 3 credits.

661-24800-51   Fieldwork I

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 plan ning 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.

661-34900-51   Advanced Fieldwork

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

661-44100-51   Internship in Recreation and Leisure Studies

Supervised, full-time work experience during the summer or regular academic 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 the department chair. 6-9 credits.

661-45000-51   Independent Study in Recreation and Leisure Studies

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

Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology --- Graduate

621-65600-11   Dysphagia

Normal and deviant patterns of swal-lowing in infants to adults. Nature and causes of dysphagia presented in detail, as well as techniques and demonstration of clinical swallowing evaluations, videofluoroscopic swallow studies, and swallowing therapy. 1 credit.

621-65700-11   Current Research in Speech Pathology and Audiology

Basic skills required to conduct or evaluate research. Emphasis is on the scientific method as a problem-solving process. Topics include designing experimental procedures for research questions, learning to establish and test hypotheses, and summarizing and evaluating data. 3 credits.

621-66100-11   Clinical Practicum I

First graduate clinical experience: a supervised practicum in the Sir Alexander Ewing-Ithaca College Speech and Hearing Clinic. The student performs in-depth diagnostic evaluations and/or provides therapy for individuals with speech-language disorders. Emphasis is on planning, conducting therapy programs, taking case histories, conferring with parents, writing reports, and making recommendations. Weekly meetings help orient the student to managerial and organizational procedures in the clinic. Prerequisite: 25 hours of clinical observation. 1 credit.

621-66200-11   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 each student’s clock-hour needs and American Speech-Language-Hearing Association minimum requirements. Workshops and meetings are held on selected topics. Prerequisite: 621-66100. 1 credit.

621-66300-11/21   Externship in Speech-Language Pathology I

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 each student’s interests and clock-hour needs. Prerequisites: 621-66200 and faculty approval. 2 credits.

Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology --- Undergraduate

620-37000-11   Clinical Practicum I

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.

Sport Studies

667-34900-51   Fieldwork in Sport Studies

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

667-45000-51   Independent Study in Sport Studies (LA)

Individual study program for the investigation of special issues or topics in the field of sport studies 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 as liberal arts. Arranged individually between the student and faculty sponsor according to guidelines available from the department. Prerequisites: major or minor in the Department of Sport Studies and permission of the department chair. 1-3 credits.

667-45100-51   Independent Study in Sport Studies (NLA)

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

667-46000-51   Internship in Sport Studies

Supervised work experience in amateur or professional sport agencies or community sport organizations. The student assumes a leadership role in various job-related activities and performs administrative tasks in support of such activities under the supervision of an experienced agency supervisor and a faculty sponsor. Prerequisites: 667-34900 and permission of the department chair. 6-9 credits.