May 20, 2024

2017-2018 Undergraduate Catalog

2017-2018 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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Speech
	SPCH 2330 - Communication Theory (3 credits) This course applies modern and traditional communication theories as analytical tools to understand how communication operates in a variety of settings. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	SPCH 2700 - Professional Communication and Technology (3 credits) A hands-on exploration of social media communication skills for students to develop a professional online identity to help assist career success in a changing world. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	SPCH 2999 - Cooperative Education (1-3 credits) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	SPCH 3300 - Qualitative Communication Research Methods (3 credits) An introduction to qualitative research methods in communication. Traditional qualitative techniques and strategies including ethnography, grounded theory, and participatory research are taught along with more contemporary methodological approaches. Students design and implement a research project using the techniques covered in class. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	SPCH 3310 - Intrapersonal Communication Processes (3 credits) A study of those processes that take place within communicators as they speak, listen, and process information with special emphasis on the functional and dysfunctional effects of those processes on the cognitive domain. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	SPCH 3330 - Quantitative Communication Research Methods (3 credits) An overview of the scientific method as it applies to the study of human communication. Students learn to collect data about human interaction using observational, survey and experimental methods. Limited statistical training is provided to enable students to interpret their own data as well as critically evaluate the quality of claims made in other scientific studies.. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	SPCH 3340 - Rhetorical Criticism (3 credits) A study of the methods for analyzing public messages, including speeches, television, film, and advertising. Focus is placed on the implications of message design. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	SPCH 3346 - Speaking for Social Change (3 credits) Prerequisites: SPCH 1300 SPCH 2300 , or SPCH 2320 or permission of instructor. Provides advanced-level training in various forms of public address for use in civic engagement efforts. Speeches address issues of privilege, power, and difference. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	SPCH 3350 - Relational Communication (3 credits) Study of the effect that communication has on the quality of intimate relationships. The impact of communication on attraction, relationship development, conflict and relationship termination is examined. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	SPCH 3380 - Communicating in Groups (3 credits) Prerequisites: Either SPCH 1300 , SPCH 2300 , or SPCH 2320 . An exploration of creative decision-making and conflict management strategies, leadership abilities, and the development of skillful communication with diverse group members. As an oral intensive class, emphasis will be placed on the ability to work on long, well-developed group projects and presentations. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	SPCH 3390 - Persuasion (3 credits) A study of available means of influencing another person/group and conducting mass campaigns and advertising. Emphasis is on influence through the speech medium, but other verbal and nonverbal channels of persuasion are considered. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	SPCH 4018 - Honors Thesis (3-6 credits) Open only to students accepted in ETSU honors programs. A capstone experience serving as the culmination of an honors curriculum. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	SPCH 4200 - Gender and Communication (3 credits) A study of how communication and gender influence each other. Explores how communication practices reinforce and/or resist ways that gender is defined.. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	SPCH 4210 - Family Communication (3 credits) Explores how families use communication to create, sustain, and change individual and family identity and social meaning. This course views the term ‘family’ broadly. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	SPCH 4317 - Rhetoric and Public Address (3 credits) Historical study of rhetorical theory as applied to manuscripts, speakers, and audiences. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	SPCH 4327 - Popular Communication (3 credits) Prerequisites: SPCH 2330 or instructor approval. Discusses contemporary images in television and film from a critical perspective, focusing on the depictions of gender, sexuality, race, and class. Emphasis on the ways media communicates identity and power relationships. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	SPCH 4346 - Business and Professional Communication (3 credits) Prerequisites: Either SPCH 1300 , SPCH 2300 , or SPCH 2320 . A study of communication insights and development of skills to achieve professional competence. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	SPCH 4350 - Organizational Communication (3 credits) An investigation of how communication impacts modern organizations and their members, including leadership development, new technologies, enhancing employee-supervisor relationships, and well-functioning work teams. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	SPCH 4356 - Intercultural Communication (3 credits) This course explores theories, research, and practice of cross-cultural communication. Cultural differences and similarities will be explored, as will methods for improving intercultural communication. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	SPCH 4366 - Communication Ethics (3 credits) Examines how the attitudes, values, and beliefs we hold influence how we choose to communicate with others. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	SPCH 4377 - Health Communication (3 credits) A study of the interpersonal, group, organizational, and public communication processes that shape beliefs, decisions, and behavior regarding health, sickness, and health care. The course examines the attitudes and actions of many participants in health communication, including citizens, health professionals, and those engaged in public debate of health issues. Students cannot receive credit for both SPCH 4377 and COBH 4377 . View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	SPCH 4380 - Communication Studies Internship (3 credits) A supervised experience in an agency, business, church, or other organization in a position that significantly utilizes communication theories and skills. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	SPCH 4417 - Teaching Secondary Speech and Theatre (3 credits) May not be applied to major or minor in speech or theatre. A study of speech and theatre teaching methods for the secondary school. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	SPCH 4437 - Conducting Secondary Speech Program (3 credits) A study of the co-curricular activities related to the effective curricular offering in the secondary school. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	SPCH 4607 - Communication Studies Practicum (3 credits, repeatable) Prerequisites: Permission of instructor. A practical study experience with appropriate supportive research. May be repeated. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	SPCH 4900 - Independent Studies (1-3 credits) Prerequisites: Permission of instructor. Designed to provide opportunities for study in subject matter areas not provided in the regular course offerings. May be repeated. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	SPCH 4957 - Special Topics in Communication Studies (1-6 credits) Varying subject matter depending on the semester and instructor teaching the class. This course is repeatable. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
Sport, Exercise, Recreation & Kinesiology
	PEXS 2701 - Aquatics (1 credit) Knowledge, skills, and methods of basic water safety, survival, and rescue techniques. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PEXS 2955 - Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries (3 credits) Basic principles in the prevention, recognition, and care of athletic injuries are presented. Students will also learn the duties of an athletic trainer and sports medicine team. $20 lab fee required. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PEXS 3000 - Physical Education Programs for the Elementary Schools (3 credits) Study of the curricular content of the elementary school physical education program which includes components relating to the development of physical fitness, perceptual motor skills, rhythmical movement education, and educational game activities. This course is for students in elementary education programs. Field experience is required. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PEXS 3005 - Instructional Delivery Techniques for Movement (3 credits) The purpose of this course is to assist prospective teachers and movement instructors in acquiring the fundamental knowledge and skills needed to promote learning. Opportunities will be provided for students to learn and practice the essential skills of effective instruction and delivery. Instruction will be provided to assist students in developing the skills of reflective thinking, problem solving, and working with individuals with different cultural perspectives. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PEXS 3022 - Theory and Techniques of Coaching Track and Field (2 credits) Theory and practice of the techniques involved in coaching track and field. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PEXS 3025 - Sports Officiating (3 credits) Instruction in the terminology, rules, strategies, and skills for sports officials in a variety of sports (Football, Volleyball, Basketball, Softball, Baseball). Officiating mechanics, positioning, and signals are emphasized. Students are required to complete field experience hours outside the classroom. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PEXS 3032 - Psychomotor Development in Children (3 credits) This course will provide instruction in the psychomotor development of children, with special consideration for capabilities, diagnostic tests, and perceptual-motor programs. Field experience is required. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PEXS 3061 - Theory and Techniques of Coaching Basketball (2 credits) Theory and practice in the coaching of basketball. Emphasis will be placed on coaching philosophies, fundamental skills, and offensive and defensive strategies. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PEXS 3062 - Theory and Techniques of Coaching Volleyball (2 credits) Theory and practice in coaching fundamentals of power volleyball. Emphasis will be on coaching philosophies, basic skills, and strategies. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PEXS 3071 - Theory and Techniques of Coaching Football (2 credits) Theory and practice in the coaching of football. Emphasis will be on coaching philosophies, fundamentals, psychology, and strategies. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PEXS 3072 - Theory and Techniques of Coaching Baseball (2 credits) Theory and practice in coaching fundamentals of baseball. Emphasis will be placed on coaching philosophies, basic skills, and strategies. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PEXS 3080 - Teaching Aerobic Conditioning (3 credits) Includes the theory and teaching techniques of the principles of aerobic fitness as it relates to exercise to music (aerobic dance), exercise in water (aqua fitness), and jogging/running. These components will be incorporated into a conditioning program designed to bring improvement in health relative to flexibility, body composition, and cardiovascular endurance. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PEXS 3085 - Teaching Rhythms and Gymnastics (3 credits) This course will present a broad base of information as it relates to fundamental movement skills, teaching techniques, and vocabulary basic to elementary rhythmical activities. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PEXS 3095 - Teaching Sports Skills (3 credits) The purpose of this course is to teach students performance and instructional skills for selected individual, dual, and team sports. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PEXS 3510 - Foundations of Physical Education and Sport (3 credits) This course is designed as an introduction to the historical, philosophical and sociological foundations of physical education and sport. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PEXS 3610 - Exercise Physiology I (3 credits) Prerequisites: HSCI 3000 and HSCI 3020 or HSCI 2010 and HSCI 2020 The study of the physiological responses and adaptations of the human body to exercise and training. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PEXS 3850 - Scientific Basis of Human Performance (4 credits) Prerequisites: HSCI 2010 /HSCI 2011 or HSCI 2020 /HSCI 2021 . Designed to provide a student with an understanding of the scientific principles of human performance. Students will learn how training and detraining affect various aspects of an individual’s physiological, biochemical, and biomechanical performance attributes. Students must be accepted into the teacher education program. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PEXS 4001 - Teaching Sports Skills II (3 credits) The purpose of this course is to teach students performance and instructional skills for selected team sports. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PEXS 4007 - Residency I: Elementary Physical Education Methods (3 credits) Provides instruction and experiences in program content, teaching methods, and learning styles for developmentally appropriate physical education programs for children ages 5 to 9. Emphasis will be placed on movement education, rhythm, body management, fundamental motor skills, and fitness/wellness appropriate to the kindergarten through fifth grade child. Experiences will include working with students within a public elementary school setting during class time. Admission to Teacher Education is required. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PEXS 4018 - Honors Thesis (3-6 credits) Open only to students accepted in ETSU honors programs. A capstone experience serving as the culmination of an honors curriculum. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PEXS 4060 - Measurement and Evaluation in Physical Education (3 credits) Designed to acquaint future teachers with techniques of evaluating and measuring the process of physical education and the psychomotor, cognitive, and affective domains of the student. Students must be accepted into the teacher education program. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PEXS 4061 - Exercise Fitness Testing (3 credits) (PEXS 3610 can be taken concurrently.)The purpose of this course is to provide knowledge in exercise testing and prescription for healthy populations. Students will develop the skills and technical procedures necessary in the training of exercise fitness technologists. Hands-on experience will be available in the following: underwater weighing, VO2 max testing, treadmill, ergometer cycle, and other laboratory tests and equipment. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PEXS 4062 - Cardiovascular Exercise Testing and Electrocardiography (3 credits) This course is designed to provide the student with the background needed to function as a clinical exercise specialist. Additionally, the course will provide the background to allow the student to obtain exercise specialist or other clinical specialty certifications, offered by the American College of Sports Medicine and other internationally recognized organizations. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PEXS 4065 - Pre-Residency: First Two Weeks of School (1 credit hour) Prerequisites: Admission to Teacher Education. A supervised advanced field experience in physical education settings during the first two weeks of the school year which includes establishing classroom management and curriculum development of a scope and sequence that has developmentally appropriate activities based on the TN Standards. Admission to Teacher Education required. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PEXS 4075 - Residency I: Field Experience (2 credit hours) This course provides teacher candidates with experience in observing and teaching physical education and lifetime wellness in the public schools. It includes 50 hours at an elementary placement and 50 hours at a secondary placement. This course is to be taken with the other Residency I courses: PEXS 4007, PEXS 4700 and PEXS 4717. Admission to Teacher Education is required. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PEXS 4150 - Special Olympics Coaching (3 credits) Designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to apply for coaching certification through Special Olympics International, Inc., in the areas of bowling, aquatics, and athletics. Approximately one-third of the course will be a field experience working with Special Olympic athletes. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PEXS 4250 - Adapted Physical Education (3 credits) Prerequisites: PEXS 3005 and PEXS 3032 . A study of the legal, medical, and educational bases for physical activity programs for individuals with disabilities, with emphasis on evaluation, placement, and instruction. Field experience is required. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PEXS 4270 - Structural Kinesiology (3 credits) Prerequisites: Required: HSCI 3000 , Recommended: HSCI 3020 , physics. An introduction to the study of the anatomical bases of human movement, with emphasis on bone growth and development, joint structure and movement potential, and muscular involvement during movement. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PEXS 4370 - Exercise and Sport Psychology (3 credits) This course examines how individuals behave in physical activity, exercise, and sport settings. Psychological antecedents and consequences of primary and secondary involvement in exercise, sport, and related physical activities will be introduced. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PEXS 4600 - Athletic Coaching Practicum (3 credits) Prerequisites: See department. Provides the student with the opportunity to be actively involved in a middle, junior high, or secondary coaching experience. Includes the application of theoretical knowledge to practical situations. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PEXS 4620 - Exercise Physiology II (3 credits) Prerequisites: HSCI 3000 and HSCI 3020 or HSCI 2010 and HSCI 2020 . This course presents a foundation for understanding the underlying mechanisms behind the physiological and biochemical acute responses to exercise and also discusses the long-term physiological and biochemical adaptations to exercise. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PEXS 4630 - Exercise Science Internship I (6 credits) Prerequisites: PEXS 3610 , PEXS 3095 , PEXS 4061 and permission of instructor. This course is designed to provide the student with an actual worksite experience in the area of exercise science. The internship experience will require a minimum of 240 hours of field experience. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PEXS 4631 - Exercise Science Internship II (6-12 credits) Prerequisites: PEXS 3610 , PEXS 3095 , PEXS 4061 , and permission of instructor. This course is the second in a series designed to provide the student with an actual worksite experience in the area of exercise science. The internship experience will require a minimum of 240 hours of field experience. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PEXS 4650 - Strategies in Developing Wellness Programs (3 credits) Prerequisites: PEXS 3650. This course was designed to provide students with an opportunity to evaluate current wellness program strategies at the educational (K-12 initiatives), university, community, corporate, and clinical setting. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PEXS 4656 - Sport Conditioning and Training (3 credits) Prerequisites: PEXS 3610 - Exercise Physiology I . The study of the theory and application of biomechanics and sport science and the development of strength and conditioning programs for a given sport or athlete. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PEXS 4657 - Sports Nutrition and Ergogenic Aids (3 credits) Prerequisites: NTFD 2420 Principles of Nutrition Science . This course is designed to provide the student with an understanding of how to enhance athletic performance with proper nutrition. Examines principles of nutritionally sound diets for endurance, speed and strength-related activities. Special nutritional needs will also be discussed (e.g. gaining muscle mass or lowering body fat content). View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PEXS 4700 - Secondary Wellness Education (3 credits) Provides students with content knowledge and pedagogical skills necessary to teach lifetime wellness in the secondary school. Must be admitted in Teacher Education. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PEXS 4717 - Residency I: Secondary Physical Education Methods (3 credits) This course is designed to provide content knowledge and methodological skill necessary for the physical education specialist to develop and implement a physical education curriculum for the middle/high school setting. Emphasis will be placed on curriculum planning, sports, physical fitness activities, and dance that are developmentally appropriate for middle/high school students. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PEXS 4850 - Residency II in Physical Education (9 credits) Prerequisites: Admission to Teacher Education is required and all content courses must be completed. Corequisites: PEXS 4851 Provides Physical Education teacher candidates with experience in observing and teaching Physical Education and Lifetime Wellness in the public schools. It includes fifteen weeks split between an elementary placement and a secondary placement. The course is taken along with the required three-credit hour co-requisite, PEXS 4851 Residency II Seminar. Admission to Teacher Education is required and all content courses must be completed. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PEXS 4851 - Residency II Seminar (3 credits) Corequisites: PEXS 4850 Provides teacher candidates in physical education with support in completing the Residency capstone, edTPA,a performance-based, national norm assessment of a teaching unit. Instruction is provided to assist students in developing the skills of reflective thinking, problem solving, and working with individuals with different levels of abilities. This course is to be taken with PEXS 4850 Residency II in Physical Education. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PEXS 4900 - Independent Study (1-3 credits) Prerequisites: Completed contract must be on file in department prior to registration. Designed for students who, under the direction of a KLSS faculty member, wish to engage in independent research or intensive study of pre-determined topic(s). View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PEXS 4977 - Exercise Management for Persons with Chronic Diseases and Disabilities (3 credits) Prerequisites: PEXS 3610 . This course will examine chronic diseases and disabilities that occur in many individuals. It is oriented toward understanding the disease, the effects exercise may have on the disease, and modifications to general exercise programs. Annually View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PHED 1115 - Aerobics (1 credit) This course offers various aerobic-style exercises to music. The purpose is to develop a healthy lifestyle, develop and maintain aerobic fitness, and understand the fundamentals of aerobic training and conditioning. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PHED 1120 - AquaFitness (1 credit) This course is taught on a very individualized basis in order to accommodate different skill and comfort levels, as well as a range of health problems. The major purpose of the course is to encourage participants to exercise in the pool on a regular basis and to adopt this activity as a routine part of their lifestyle. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PHED 1130 - Wellness for Life (3 credits) Explores the role and importance of fitness and wellness in the lives of individuals and society in general and provides students the opportunity to assess their fitness/wellness-related status and behaviors. There is an additional fee associated with this class. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PHED 1135 - General Conditioning (1 credit) This course is designed to enable the student to design and implement a personal conditioning program within the context of the class. This course includes both general cardiovascular and strength conditioning. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PHED 1137 - Fitness Walking (1 credit) This course enables students to design and implement a personal walking conditioning program. This course concentrates primarily on the use of fitness walking as a means of improving cardiovascular efficiency. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PHED 1140 - Strength Conditioning (1 credit) The theory and techniques of strength conditioning, including those to improve health, endurance, body composition, and muscular strength. This course will allow the student to develop muscle bulk and tone through the weight lifting process. Muscle toning and shaping are the primary objectives of the course. However, students should expect to realize a significant increase in muscular strength. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PHED 1150 - Weight Management Exercise (1 credit) This course is designed for people who feel a need to lose weight. Students will participate in a weight loss program involving an assessment component (body fat analysis, diet counseling, etc.) and an individual exercise program. Program guidelines are provided by the American College of Sports Medicine. There is an additional fee associated with this class. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PHED 2100 - Relaxation for Health (1 credit) This course instructs students in the practices of utilizing basic relaxation techniques for health and wellness. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PHED 2205 - Archery (1 credit) This course is designed to give students the rudimentary skills in shooting a bow and arrow, including skills, and knowledge of rules and strategies. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PHED 2210 - Badminton (1 credit) Students will be introduced to the fundamentals of badminton and learn to use the basic strokes of the serve (short and long) drive and clear strokes (forehand and backhand) to play a match. Students will learn proper court positions for executing these strokes and effective movement and court coverage. Some attention will be given to badminton terminology, etiquette, and match procedures so that students can conduct matches properly. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PHED 2215 - Basketball (1 credit) This course is designed to help students develop rudimentary skills in basketball such as dribbling, passing, shooting, and the development of offensive and defensive strategies. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PHED 2225 - Bowling (1 credit) Students will learn beginning bowling skills, rules, and strategies required to enjoy recreational bowling. There is an additional fee associated with this class. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PHED 2233 - Disc Sports (1 credit) In this course, the skills needed for successful participation in disc sports will be presented. The skills will be applied along with the rules and strategies needed to participate in the disc sports of Ultimate, disc golf and other disc-related activities. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PHED 2235 - Golf (1 credit) This course will present the history, rules, skills, and techniques of golf. Students will learn fundamental golf skills (driving, pitching, chipping, and putting) throughout the semester and should be able to execute these skills at a proficient level through practice and individual play. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PHED 2255 - Racquetball (1 credit) This course will present the history, rules, skills, and techniques of racquetball. The student will develop racquetball skills throughout the semester and should be able to execute these skills at a proficient level through practice and tournament play. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PHED 2260 - Softball (1 credit) This course is designed to give students a foundation of fundamental skills and knowledge related to the game of slow-pitch softball. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PHED 2265 - Soccer (1 credit) This is a course designed to give students a foundation of fundamental skills and knowledge related to the game of soccer. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PHED 2270 - Tennis (1 credit) Students will be introduced to the fundamentals of tennis and learn to use basic strokes of the serve, return of serve, and ground strokes (forehand and backhand) to play a match. Students will learn proper court positions for executing these strokes and effective movement and court coverage. Some attention will be given to tennis terminology, etiquette, and match procedures so that students can conduct matches properly. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PHED 2275 - Advanced Tennis (1 credit) Prerequisites: beginning tennis or display of tennis skills. This course will present advanced tennis skills. Students will learn advanced strategies and rules for playing tennis. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PHED 2280 - Volleyball (1 credit) Knowledge, skills, and methods of power volleyball activities are taught. Emphasis will be placed on rules and beginning skills. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PHED 2305 - Mixed Martial Arts (1 credit) History, knowledge, skills, and strategy involved in the study of classical karate and self-defense. Special emphasis will be placed on skills and strategy. There is an additional fee associated with this class. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PHED 2310 - Judo (1 credit) This course is designed to introduce Kodokan Judo in a traditional manner. Basic throws, choking, and blocking techniques will be taught. Training methods, ranking, protocol, and contest rules of the International Judo Federation will be used throughout the course. There is an additional fee associated with this class. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PHED 2315 - Self-Defense (1 credit) Basic strategy and skills used in self-defense. Special emphasis will be placed on developing a proper attitude toward self-defense and preventive measures in avoiding confrontations, as well as initiating self-defense techniques for escape. There is an additional fee associated with this class. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PHED 2316 - Self Defense for Women (1 credit) This course is an introduction to basic self-defense skills, escape and avoidance strategies, offensive and defensive postures, defensive techniques and simulated attacks. The course includes an exploration of violence prevention and victim abuse community services. The course addresses basic fitness principles, including strength, flexibility and cardiovascular fitness. Fitness principles are addressed specifically in terms of the student’s ability to practice and perform self-defense skills. This course is repeatable for credit. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PHED 2400 - Beginning Swimming (1 credit) The purpose of this course is for students to learn beginning swimming skills and any additional swimming skills that can be completed during the semester. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PHED 2410 - Advanced Swimming (1 credit) Prerequisites: beginning swimming or display of swimming skills. This course will present advanced swimming skills primarily in the form of stroke work. The primary strokes taught will be the front crawl, breast stroke, side stroke, butterfly, and elementary back stroke. Pre-lifeguarding skills will also be developed. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PHED 2420 - Lifeguarding (2 credit) This course is designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge to meet certification requirements of the American Red Cross. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PHED 2440 - Scuba (1 credit) Prerequisites: The scuba course is designed to provide basic instruction in snorkeling and scuba diving. This course will lead to open water certification following the satisfactory completion of the written examination and checkout dive in open water. Certification is optional. There is an additional fee associated with this class. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PHED 2441 - Advanced SCUBA Diving (1 credit) Prerequisites: Completion of PHED 2440 or equivalent certification and permission of instructor. This course is designed to provide the Open Water Diver with advanced SCUBA skills obtained through additional classroom presentations beyond the basic level and at least five (5) open water SCUBA dives. The Advanced Open Water candidate will develop a more in-depth understanding of equipment, techniques, and safety factors associated with safely enjoying an advanced level of sport SCUBA diving. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PHED 2507 - Kayaking (1 credit) This course is designed to provide the student with the knowledge and skills needed to participate in and enjoy kayaking as a recreational lifetime activity. Special emphasis will be given to the development of sound fundamental knowledge and skills such as paddling and steering techniques; rolling; fitting, care and use of equipment; personal safety skills; and reading moving water. Due to the nature of this course, all students will be required to make class field trips to paddling sites in the surrounding area. This course will be offered in conjunction with the Center for Physical Activity and will involve additional cost to cover the use of equipment and travel to paddling sites in the area. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PHED 2510 - Horseback Riding/Equitation (1 credit) General riding and equestrian skills are taught at the riding stables in Jonesborough, Tennessee. There is an additional fee associated with this class. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes

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Course Descriptions

SPCH 2330 - Communication Theory

SPCH 2700 - Professional Communication and Technology

SPCH 2999 - Cooperative Education

SPCH 3300 - Qualitative Communication Research Methods

SPCH 3310 - Intrapersonal Communication Processes

SPCH 3330 - Quantitative Communication Research Methods

SPCH 3340 - Rhetorical Criticism

SPCH 3346 - Speaking for Social Change

SPCH 3350 - Relational Communication

SPCH 3380 - Communicating in Groups

SPCH 3390 - Persuasion

SPCH 4018 - Honors Thesis

SPCH 4200 - Gender and Communication

SPCH 4210 - Family Communication

SPCH 4317 - Rhetoric and Public Address

SPCH 4327 - Popular Communication

SPCH 4346 - Business and Professional Communication

SPCH 4350 - Organizational Communication

SPCH 4356 - Intercultural Communication

SPCH 4366 - Communication Ethics

SPCH 4377 - Health Communication

SPCH 4380 - Communication Studies Internship

SPCH 4417 - Teaching Secondary Speech and Theatre

SPCH 4437 - Conducting Secondary Speech Program

SPCH 4607 - Communication Studies Practicum

SPCH 4900 - Independent Studies

SPCH 4957 - Special Topics in Communication Studies

PEXS 2701 - Aquatics

PEXS 2955 - Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries

PEXS 3000 - Physical Education Programs for the Elementary Schools

PEXS 3005 - Instructional Delivery Techniques for Movement

PEXS 3022 - Theory and Techniques of Coaching Track and Field

PEXS 3025 - Sports Officiating

PEXS 3032 - Psychomotor Development in Children

PEXS 3061 - Theory and Techniques of Coaching Basketball

PEXS 3062 - Theory and Techniques of Coaching Volleyball

PEXS 3071 - Theory and Techniques of Coaching Football

PEXS 3072 - Theory and Techniques of Coaching Baseball

PEXS 3080 - Teaching Aerobic Conditioning

PEXS 3085 - Teaching Rhythms and Gymnastics

PEXS 3095 - Teaching Sports Skills

PEXS 3510 - Foundations of Physical Education and Sport

PEXS 3610 - Exercise Physiology I

PEXS 3850 - Scientific Basis of Human Performance

PEXS 4001 - Teaching Sports Skills II

PEXS 4007 - Residency I: Elementary Physical Education Methods

PEXS 4018 - Honors Thesis

PEXS 4060 - Measurement and Evaluation in Physical Education

PEXS 4061 - Exercise Fitness Testing

PEXS 4062 - Cardiovascular Exercise Testing and Electrocardiography

PEXS 4065 - Pre-Residency: First Two Weeks of School

PEXS 4075 - Residency I: Field Experience

PEXS 4150 - Special Olympics Coaching

PEXS 4250 - Adapted Physical Education

PEXS 4270 - Structural Kinesiology

PEXS 4370 - Exercise and Sport Psychology

PEXS 4600 - Athletic Coaching Practicum

PEXS 4620 - Exercise Physiology II

PEXS 4630 - Exercise Science Internship I

PEXS 4631 - Exercise Science Internship II

PEXS 4650 - Strategies in Developing Wellness Programs

PEXS 4656 - Sport Conditioning and Training

PEXS 4657 - Sports Nutrition and Ergogenic Aids

PEXS 4700 - Secondary Wellness Education

PEXS 4717 - Residency I: Secondary Physical Education Methods

PEXS 4850 - Residency II in Physical Education

PEXS 4851 - Residency II Seminar

PEXS 4900 - Independent Study

PEXS 4977 - Exercise Management for Persons with Chronic Diseases and Disabilities

PHED 1115 - Aerobics

PHED 1120 - AquaFitness

PHED 1130 - Wellness for Life

PHED 1135 - General Conditioning

PHED 1137 - Fitness Walking

PHED 1140 - Strength Conditioning

PHED 1150 - Weight Management Exercise

PHED 2100 - Relaxation for Health

PHED 2205 - Archery

PHED 2210 - Badminton