2021-2022 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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Course descriptions are arranged alphabetically by the course prefix code letters, as listed here. For the purpose of brevity, course descriptions may consist of sentence fragments. Unless otherwise specified, graduate courses carry three credits. |
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Speech and Language Pathology |
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SLPA 6803 - Progressive and Acquired Cognitive-Communication Disorders across the Lifespan
This course explores acquired and progressive cognitive-communication problems resulting from neurological disorders and diseases; differential diagnoses; assessment of the domains of cognitive-communication; and evidence-based therapeutic interventions for cognitive rehabilitation. 3 credits.
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SLPA 6804 - Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) and Severe Disabilities
This course provides knowledge and skill related to the needs of individuals who use Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) and the process of selecting and implementing AAC systems for children and adults. The first section of the course concerns the basic processes of AAC: communication messages, symbols, alternative access, assessment and intervention planning. The second section concerns issues related to the people who require AAC services to function in a communicative world. 3 credits.
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SLPA 6805 - Clinical Practicum III
Prerequisite: SLPA 6704 . This course is the third clinical practicum experience which advances the students clinical skills from Clinical Practicum II in preparation for national praxis examination. This is completed under the supervision of licensed Speech and Hearing Clinic professionals, focused on the evaluation and treatment of speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders. The students will work on observation, evaluation, treatment planning, discharge planning, report writing, and patient/parent counseling for the patients they work with. 3 credits.
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SLPA 6850 - Capstone
Prerequisite: SLPA 6701 . The purpose of the capstone is for students to demonstrate their ability to apply theory to practice and to demonstrate the synthesis of advanced knowledge in a practice area. Given the curriculum philosophy and design, each capstone project will intersect with the didactic portions of the curriculum including the course series pertaining to practice, research, and program development. Each capstone project will be individualized and developed according to several influences. As students develop and assimilate the professional knowledge and attitudes of a clinician, the capstone projects will likely be influenced by other scholarly projects in the curriculum. Conceptually and temporally, the capstone projects fit into the overall developmental progression for each student in the program. 3 credits.
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SLPA 6900 - Clinical Practicum IV
Prerequisite: SLPA 6805 . This course is the final clinical practicum experience which advances the students clinical skills from Clinical Practicum III in preparation for national praxis examination. This is completed under the supervision of licensed Speech and Hearing Clinic professionals, focused on the evaluation and treatment of speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders. The students will work on observation, evaluation, treatment planning, discharge planning, report writing, and patient/parent counseling for the patients they work with. 6 credits.
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SLPA 6901 - Behavioral Health and Wellness in Allied Health Practice
Students will study components and benefits of a healthy lifestyle and learn how managing a healthy lifestyle contributes to overall health, reduces overall risk of disease, and provides a greater quality of life. Students will be provided the opportunity to assess personal behavior patterns related to preventive health services, health protection activities concerning environmental issues, and promotion of a healthy lifestyle. Personal strategies for adopting and maintaining potential health-enhancing behaviors are explored. Students will gain an in-depth appreciation of occupational and social justice compounded with cultural influences on one's engagement and participation of healthy daily routines. Cross-listed with ATHL 6906 . 3 credits.
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Sport Management |
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SMGT 6600 - Sport Business Toolkit
This course will cover the basic business knowledge needed for those interested in working in the sport industry. While students will be introduced to the basics of management, marketing, economics, accounting, and other key business disciplines, the course will draw ties to sport industry and display use of these concepts within the industry. 3 credits.
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SMGT 6610 - Strategic Sport Management
Prerequisite: SMGT 6600 or consent of the instructor. This is a strategy course designed to develop an understanding of principles of strategic management as applied to the sport industry. This course focuses on principles of strategy formulation, competitive analysis, and managerial decision-making that affect the performance and survival of sport businesses. 3 credits.
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SMGT 6611 - Sport Industry Marketing, Promotion and Public Relations
A study of marketing, promotion, and public relations strategies utilized in various aspects of the sport industry. Marketing sport as a product and marketing of non-sport products using sport as a promotional tool are examined. 3 credits.
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SMGT 6612 - Sports Law
An analysis of contract law, tort law, antitrust law, labor law, collective bargaining, and administrative law as they relate to sport. Provides sport managers with the fundamental legal knowledge necessary to operate in the increasingly complex sport environment. 3 credits.
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SMGT 6613 - Sports Facility Management
An examination of how sports facilities such as coliseums, municipal and college stadiums, and multipurpose civic centers are managed. Course topics include facility ownership and management, business and financial management, event booking, marketing and sales, ticketing and access management, ancillary revenue sources, back-of-house operations, event management, and safety and security. 3 credits.
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SMGT 6617 - Managing Sport Finances
Prerequisite: SMGT 6600 or consent of the instructor. An examination of legal, managerial, accounting, and financial issues confronting sport, fitness, and recreation industry managers. Issues covered include tax law, bankruptcy, inventory management, capital instruments, accounting principles, financial statements, industry ratios, securing funds, and related concepts that help determine the viability and strength of businesses in sport industries. The focus of the material is on how to apply basic financial management concepts to managerial decision making. 3 credits.
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SMGT 6618 - Major Policy Issues in Intercollegiate Athletics
This course focuses on the organizational and governance structure of intercollegiate athletics and addresses major policy issues that college sport managers face in the 21st century. Among these issues are financial sustainability, legal issues related to federal antitrust laws, college sport and the IRS, NCAA compliance, Title IX, and issues related to athletes rights and education. 3 credits.
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SMGT 6620 - Professional Sport Management
Professional sport teams are run by managers who have a strong background in sport finance, marketing, personnel, risk management, event management, and box office management. This course will take a student through the entire process of running a professional team. 3 credits.
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SMGT 6621 - Applied Collegiate Fitness and Athletics
SMGT 6618 focused on the foundation for intercollegiate athletics. This course focuses on the applied process of managing collegiate fitness and athletic programs. Issues covered include arranging travel, scheduling events, purchasing insurance, hiring officials, handling sport media, town/gown relationships, laundry and equipment processing, and a host of other actions required to run a collegiate program. 3 credits.
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SMGT 6622 - Sport Facility Development and Construction
Prerequisite: SMGT 6613 . This course takes the students through the entire process of building a sport facility. From the planning process and site acquisition steps through hiring architects and builders, the course is detailed and focused primarily on larger sport facilities. 3 credits.
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SMGT 6623 - Sport Business Development and Sustainability
Sustainability is not just a marketing gimmick, but a way of life and a good business model. This class examines various issues from green buildings, to renewable energy, recycling programs, new technologies, and how to develop passionate "green" followers. The class will focus on sport and hospitality industries, but all business segments will also be covered. 3 credits.
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SMGT 6624 - Sports Economics
This course focuses on the economic aspects of American sports. Among these issues are fan demand, advertising, team output decisions, league/conference organization, and government involvement in sports. The course will explain how winning is a determinant of demand, how profit motives drive quality choices, the effects of monopoly power, labor-management relationships, and government's role in professional sports while teaching fundamental microeconomic concepts. The course provides students with a framework to demonstrate how the economy works. From this framework, students will be able to apply the models learned to demonstrate and appreciate a wide range of economic and social issues. 3 credits.
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SMGT 6625 - Sport Business Analytics
Business analytics refer to the use of data, statistical, and quantitative analysis to derive decisions and actions, and is applied in many business functions including but not limited to operations, marketing, finance, and strategic management. This course is designed to provide insights into sport business analytics. Students are introduced to the skills, technologies, analyses, and practices essential to understand and evaluate business performance in sport industry, convert data into actionable information, and assist managerial decision making. 3 credits.
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SMGT 6626 - Strategic Event Management
This course will review and examine the principles and practices associated with managing events and the nature of the broader event management industry ranging from sport events to major concerts. This course will help students develop the skills necessary to manage virtually any aspect of an event, including logistics, contingency planning, ticketing/admissions, access control, financing, sponsorship, seating designs/controls, sponsor and supplier agreements, risk management, marketing, managing event personnel, and working with local/government agencies. 3 credits.
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SMGT 6670 - Special Topics
A study of selected sport management issues of particular interest to the students and instructor. May be taken more than once. 3 credits.
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SMGT 6690 - Research Project
Prerequisite: 15 graduate hours or consent of the instructor. Research under the supervision of an advisor. 3 credits.
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SMGT 6694 - Internship
Prerequisite: completion of 24 credits of graduate work. An on-the-job learning experience with a selected organization, arranged for course credit and under the supervision of a faculty advisor. 3 credit hours each course or a total of 6 credit hours in two internships. 3 credits.
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SMGT 6695 - Independent Study I
A planned program of individual study related to sport management under the supervision of a member of the faculty. 3 credits.
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Applied Forensic Science |
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APFS 6101 - Investigation of Human Remains
The investigation of human remains can be one of the most crucial aspects of a forensic investigation. There are unique components to this type of investigation. This module will introduce students to how human remains are detected, documented, and analyzed. This will include scent detection, remote detection, anthropology, osteology, taphonomy, and remains collection. Note: Only non-U.S. students residing outside of the United States *and* enrolled in the Master of Science in Applied Forensic Science program are eligible to register. 3 credits.
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APFS 6102 - Forensic Entomology
Forensic entomology is the study of insects in relation to criminal or civil cases. Generally, a forensic entomologist will study blowflies and beetles that are associated with human remains in an attempt to determine time since death estimations. This module will expose students to how insects interact with remains and how they can be of forensic value. This will include identification, collection, documentation, and preservation of insect material at a crime scene. The students will also learn how to rear insects so they can be morphologically identified. Note: Only non-U.S. students residing outside of the United States *and* enrolled in the Master of Science in Applied Forensic Science program are eligible to register. 3 credits.
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APFS 6103 - Advanced Crime Scene Analysis
The analysis of crimes scenes is a highly complex operation that requires extensive training. New technologies are also being used in the field of crime scene analysis. This module will introduce students to the new cutting edge methods and technologies that are being deployed to crime scenes. Students will also evaluate the benefits of new techniques versus traditional methods. Note: Only non-U.S. students residing outside of the United States *and* enrolled in the Master of Science in Applied Forensic Science program are eligible to register. 3 credits.
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APFS 6120 - Field Residency
Prerequisites: APFS 6101 , APFS 6102 , APFS 6103 . This residency is the culmination of the three modules in the Applied Forensic Science Field Certificate program. During the residency, students will take what they learned and use it in a real world scenario. The students will be responsible for synthesizing the information and conduct an analysis of a mock crime scene. This include but is not limited to documentation, evidence recognition, evidence collection and preservation. The residency will be 40 contact hours over the course of two weeks. Note: Only non-U.S. students residing outside of the United States *and* enrolled in the Master of Science in Applied Forensic Science program are eligible to register. 3 credits.
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APFS 6201 - Forensic Instrumental Methods
The use of specialized instrumentation in forensic science has been key to the evaluation of physical evidence. This module will expose the student to a variety of different instruments. The goal is not for the student to be proficient with each piece of equipment but rather be able to know what the instrument will do for an investigation. Further, they will be able to critically analyze results that are generated from the analysis by each piece of equipment. Note: Only non-U.S. students residing outside of the United States *and* enrolled in the Master of Science in Applied Forensic Science program are eligible to register. 3 credits.
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APFS 6202 - Forensic Toxicology
This course explores both the mechanisms by which drugs and poisons commonly encountered in forensic investigations affect the body, and the questions routinely confronting the practicing forensic toxicologist regarding the meaning of laboratory findings. The course provides an in-depth introduction into the mechanisms by which specific drugs of forensic interest and related drug classes elicit their specific and typical toxic responses in the body, and the consequences thereof. Effects of drugs on neurological functions and related toxicity (e.g. alcohol, stimulants, opioids) are a primary focus of the class. Note: Only non-U.S. students residing outside of the United States *and* enrolled in the Master of Science in Applied Forensic Science program are eligible to register. 3 credits.
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APFS 6203 - Forensic DNA/Serology
The analysis of DNA in forensic science has become a very powerful tool to assist the criminal justice system. This module will cover the history of DNA to its modern techniques that are used in criminal and civil casework. Students will also explore the collection and preservation of DNA evidence for analysis as well as what questions can be answered by a forensic DNA examiner. Note: Only non-U.S. students residing outside of the United States *and* enrolled in the Master of Science in Applied Forensic Science program are eligible to register. 3 credits.
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APFS 6220 - Laboratory Residency
Prerequisites: APFS 6201 , APFS 6202 , APFS 6203 . This residency is the culmination of the other modules in the Applied Forensic Science Laboratory Certificate program. During the residency students will take what they learned and use it in a 'real world' scenario. Students will be responsible for synthesizing the information and conducting an analysis from a mock crime scene. This will include which instrumentation could be used on specific types of evidence and how the results can be used in an investigation. The residency will be 40 contact hours over the course of two weeks at the Source Certain International Wangara facility. Note: Only non-U.S. students residing outside of the United States *and* enrolled in the Master of Science in Applied Forensic Science program are eligible to register. 3 credits.
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APFS 6301 - Research Methods and Statistics
Prerequisites: APFS 6120 , APFS 6220 . The development and application of research designs and data analysis techniques in forensic science. Students will use different statistical approaches to analyze data from forensic studies. Students will be required to create a research proposal during the course of the module which will include all relevant components of a research design and the statistical analysis of data. The module will include how statistics are used in forensic science to elucidate information that will be useful in investigations. Note: Only non-U.S. students residing outside of the United States *and* enrolled in the Master of Science in Applied Forensic Science program are eligible to register. 3 credits.
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APFS 6310 - Applied Forensic Science Research Project
Prerequisites: APFS 6120 , APFS 6220 . The course is for Master of Science in Applied Forensic Science students to conduct pre-approved, faculty-led research. Note: Only non-U.S. students residing outside of the United States *and* enrolled in the Master of Science in Applied Forensic Science program are eligible to register. 6 credits.
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APFS 6320 - Applied Forensic Science Internship
Prerequisites: APFS 6120 , APFS 6220 . This module is for students pursuing the Master of Science in Applied Forensic Science Internship track. Note: Only non-U.S. students residing outside of the United States *and* enrolled in the Master of Science in Applied Forensic Science program are eligible to register. 6 credits.
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