Department of Kinesiology
Department Head: Stanley P. Brown
Office: 216 McCarthy Gym
Division of Exercise Science Coordinator: John Eric Smith
Office: 235 McCarthy Gym
Division of Sport Studies Coordinator: Brad Vickers
Office: 123 McCarthy Gym
The Department of Kinesiology offers five undergraduate concentrations: Physical Education and Coaching (PEC), Neuromechanics (NM), Performance Fitness (PF), Clinical Exercise Physiology (CLEP), and Sport Administration (SA).
Community college transfer hours not to exceed 62 semester hours may be applied to the Kinesiology degree program.
All concentrations require the specified course requirements cited within the General Education and major core listings below. Specified area content courses vary among the five concentrations and are listed following the core section. Pre-Occupational Therapy and Pre-Physical Therapy curricula have different core and program requirements. Students electing to pursue Pre-OT or Pre-PT should consult their advisor.
Physical Education and Coaching Concentration (PECO)
Major Advisors: J.J. Chen, Rachel Foreman, Kristy Gourley, Matthew Rye, and Brad Vickers
The physical education and coaching concentration requires 124 semester hours of prescribed courses to complete the Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology. The curriculum is designed to meet the need of students interested in becoming physical education teachers in public and private schools. The teaching block of courses must be included in the on-campus requirement of 32 semester hours of junior and senior courses. Students who complete the program will be eligible for teacher licensure by the Mississippi Department of Education.
Neuromechanics Concentration (NRMC)
Major Advisors: Harish Chander, J.J. Chen, Rachel Foreman, Kristy Gourley, Adam Knight, John Lamberth, and Zhujun Pan
The Neuromechanics concentration requires 124 semester hours of prescribed courses to complete a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology. The Neuromechanics concentration combines the disciplines of "neuroscience" and "biomechanics" and deals with the study of human movement accomplished by the interaction of the nervous, muscular, and skeletal systems of the human body. Students learn concepts of the neuromechanical basis of kinesiology in the development, learning, control, and production of human movement. This enhances their knowledge and understanding of neural, biomechanical, cognitive, and behavioral mechanisms underlying human movements to help improve performance and prevent injuries in a variety of populations ranging from recreational, athletic, occupational, geriatric, and special populations such as Downs' syndrome, autism, and Parkinson's disease. The curriculum provides students a foundation in the mechanisms underlying human movement to prepare them for careers in physical therapy, occupational therapy, medicine/physician assistance, neuromechanics, human factors ergonomics, sport science, and disability and rehabilitation science.
Performance Fitness Concentration (PRFT)
Major Advisors: Rachel Foreman, Zachary Gillen, Kristy Gourley, Megan Holmes, JohnEric Smith, and Benjamin Wax
The Performance Fitness concentration provides students with the necessary knowledge to incorporate exercise physiology concepts into activates that enhance fitness and performance. This concentration covers everything from the development of plans to enhance fitness in apparently healthy populations to improving performance in elite athletes. Performance Fitness takes into consideration a combination of the physiological, biomechanical, and psychological aspects of training in the development of individual and team needs for customized programming. The concentration serves as the foundation for students to become sport scientists, strength and conditioning coaches, personal trainers, and specialists within corporate fitness/wellness programs.
Clinical Exercise Physiology Concentration (CLEP)
Major Advisors: Stamatis Agiovlasitis, Erin Grant-Butler, Rachel Foreman, Kristy Gourley, Megan Holmes, Lee Ann Joe, Zhujun Pan, and Holly Wiley
The clinical exercise physiology concentration is designed as a professional preparation program of study that enables students to work in clinical settings as exercise physiologists in cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation, or other clinical rehabilitation settings, such as those for individuals with diabetes, orthopedic limitations, arthritis, cancer, osteoporosis, renal failure, obesity, and in programs dealing with issues of aging. The clinical exercise physiology concentration also provides students with the necessary background to pursue graduate health professions, such as physical or occupational therapy, physician assistant studies, medicine, or other graduate level educational programs.
Sport Administration Concentration (SPAD)
Major Advisors: Dae Eun Kim, Younghan Lee, Soyoun Lim, Matthew Rye, Matthew Zimmerman, and Greggory Twietmeyer
The Sport Administration concentration provides students with knowledge and skills necessary for careers in the sport industry. A concentration in Sport Administration helps prepare students to work in such fields as sport marketing & promotions, sporting event and/or facility management & operations, sport communication & media relations, and other administrative areas at the professional, collegiate, and recreational levels of the industry. The program seeks to combine classroom education with hands-on experience, as all students will complete an internship in the sport industry prior to graduation. Students choosing a concentration in Sport Administration choose either the Business, Communication, or Foreign Language cognate field.
Choose one of the following concentrations:
Physical Education and Coaching Concentration (PECO)
English | 6 | |
English Composition I | ||
or EN 1104 | Expanded English Composition I | |
English Composition II | ||
or EN 1173 | Accelerated Composition II | |
Fine Arts | 3 | |
History and Appreciation of Dance (or other approved Fine Art elective) | ||
Natural Sciences | 10 | |
Plants and Humans (or any core approved lab science) | ||
Anatomy and Physiology | ||
Animal Biology (or any core approved lab science) | ||
Math | 6 | |
College Algebra (or higher ) | ||
Introduction to Statistics (or math above MA 1313) | ||
Humanities 1 | 6 | |
Introduction to Literature (or other approved humanities course) | ||
or EN 2243 | American Literature Before 1865 | |
or EN 2253 | American Literature After 1865 | |
Early U.S. History (or other approved humanities course) | ||
or HI 1073 | Modern U.S. History | |
Social/Behavioral Sciences 1 | 6 | |
General Psychology | ||
Sociology of Families (or other approved Gen Ed course) | ||
Major Core Courses | 31 | |
Exercise Physiology | ||
Methods of Teaching Games and Sports | ||
Methods of Teaching Lifetime Activities | ||
Methods of Teaching Rhythms | ||
Adapted Physical Education | ||
Methods of Elementary Physical Education | ||
Motor Development and Movement | ||
Coaching Sports | ||
Developing Coaching Expertise | ||
Sport Biomechanics | ||
Kinesiology Core Courses | 11 | |
Play, Fitness & Physical Activity (or any 2 PE activity courses) | ||
Sport Psychology | ||
Fundamentals of Kinesiology | ||
Anatomical Kinesiology | ||
Select one of the following: | 3 | |
Athletic Training | ||
Emergency Health Care | ||
Professional Education Courses | 6 | |
Social Foundations of Education | ||
Individualizing Instruction for Exceptional Children | ||
Courses Required for Admission into Teacher Ed | 21 | |
Principles and Methods of Secondary School Health and Physical Education | ||
Tests and Measurements in Health and Physical Education | ||
Motor Learning and Skill Analysis | ||
School Health Education | ||
Human Development and Learning Strategies in Education | ||
Evaluating Learning | ||
Planning for the Diversity of Learners | ||
Final Semester: Teaching Internship | 15 | |
Professional Classroom Management Seminar in Physical Education and Athletics | ||
Teaching Internship in Physical Education | ||
Teaching Internship in Physical Education | ||
Total Hours | 124 |
Neuromechanics (NRMC)
English | 6 | |
English Composition I | ||
English Composition II | ||
or EN 1173 | Accelerated Composition II | |
Fine Arts | 3 | |
Any Gen Ed course | ||
Natural Sciences | 8 | |
Biology | BIO 1134 or other four credit hour approved Gen Ed BIO Lab Science course above or equivalent 1 | |
Chemistry | CH 1213/1211 or other four credit hour approved Gen Ed CH Lab Science course above or equivalent 1 | |
Natural Science (if appropriate) 1 | 3 | |
Any Gen Ed course | ||
Math | 6 | |
College Algebra (or higher ) | ||
Introduction to Statistics | ||
Humanities 1 | 6 | |
Any Gen Ed course(s) | ||
Social/Behavioral Sciences 1 | 6 | |
General Psychology (or other approved Gen Ed course) | ||
Introduction to Sociology (or other approved Gen Ed course) | ||
Exercise Science Core | 27 | |
Foundations of Health Education | ||
Exercise Physiology | ||
Applied Anatomy and Pathophysiology | ||
Fitness Programs and Testing Procedures | ||
Exercise and Weight Control | ||
Mechanical Analysis of Movement | ||
Physical Activity Epidemiology | ||
Exercise Science Internship | ||
Kinesiology Core Courses | 12 | |
Play, Fitness & Physical Activity (or any 3 PE activity courses) | ||
Philosophy of Sport & Physical Activity | ||
or SS 4303 | Globalization and Sport | |
or PE 3163 | Sport Psychology | |
or EP 3183 | Exercise Psychology | |
Fundamentals of Kinesiology | ||
Anatomical Kinesiology | ||
Concentration Courses | 15 | |
Disability & Physical Activity | ||
Neural Control of Human Movement | ||
Motor Development and Movement | ||
Sport Biomechanics | ||
Motor Learning and Skill Analysis | ||
Electives | 15 | |
See advisor for approved list of courses | ||
Additional Requirements | 11 | |
Human Anatomy (or equivalent Gen Ed Bio/Lab Science course) | ||
Human Physiology (or equivalent Gen Ed Bio/Lab Science course) | ||
Medical Terminology | ||
Oral Communication Requirement | ||
CO 1003 | Fundamentals of Public Speaking | 3 |
or CO 1013 | Introduction to Communication | |
or CO 2253 | Fundamentals of Interpersonal Communication | |
Computer Literacy Requirement | ||
Satisfied by successful completion of EP 4803 | ||
Writing Requirement | ||
EDF 3413 | Writing for Thinking | 3 |
or MGT 3213 | Organizational Communications | |
or BIO 3013 | Professional Writing for Biologists | |
Total Hours | 124 |
Performance Fitness Concentration (PRFT)
English | 6 | |
English Composition I | ||
English Composition II | ||
or EN 1173 | Accelerated Composition II | |
Fine Arts | 3 | |
Any Gen Ed course | ||
Natural Sciences | 8 | |
Biology | BIO 1134 or other four credit hour approved Gen Ed BIO Lab Science course above or equivalent 1 | |
Chemistry | CH 1213/1211 or other four credit hour approved Gen Ed CH Lab Science course above or equivalent 1 | |
Natural Science (if appropriate) 1 | 3 | |
Any Gen Ed Natural Science course | ||
Math | 6 | |
College Algebra (or higher ) | ||
Introduction to Statistics | ||
Humanities 1 | 6 | |
Any Gen Ed course(s) | ||
Social/Behavioral Sciences 1 | 6 | |
General Psychology (or other approved Gen Ed course) | ||
Introduction to Sociology (or other approved Gen Ed course) | ||
Exercise Science Core | 27 | |
Foundations of Health Education | ||
Exercise Physiology | ||
Applied Anatomy and Pathophysiology | ||
Fitness Programs and Testing Procedures | ||
Exercise and Weight Control | ||
Mechanical Analysis of Movement | ||
Physical Activity Epidemiology | ||
Exercise Science Internship | ||
Kinesiology Core Courses | 12 | |
Play, Fitness & Physical Activity (or any 3 PE activity courses) | ||
Philosophy of Sport & Physical Activity | ||
or SS 4303 | Globalization and Sport | |
or PE 3163 | Sport Psychology | |
or EP 3183 | Exercise Psychology | |
Fundamentals of Kinesiology | ||
Anatomical Kinesiology | ||
Concentration Courses | 15 | |
Sports Nutrition | ||
Sport Physiology | ||
Training Techniques for Exercise and Sport | ||
Sport Biomechanics | ||
Developing Coaching Expertise | ||
Electives | 15 | |
See advisor for approved list of courses | ||
Additional Requirements | 11 | |
Human Anatomy (or equivalent Gen Ed Bio/Lab Science course) | ||
Human Physiology (or equivalent Gen Ed Bio/Lab Science course) | ||
Medical Terminology | ||
Oral Communication Requirement | ||
CO 1003 | Fundamentals of Public Speaking | 3 |
or CO 1013 | Introduction to Communication | |
or CO 2253 | Fundamentals of Interpersonal Communication | |
Computer Literacy Requirement | ||
Satisfied by successful completion of EP 4803 | ||
Writing Requirement | ||
EDF 3413 | Writing for Thinking | 3 |
or MGT 3213 | Organizational Communications | |
or BIO 3013 | Professional Writing for Biologists | |
Total Hours | 124 |
Clinical Exercise Physiology Concentration (CLEP)
English | 6 | |
English Composition I | ||
English Composition II | ||
or EN 1173 | Accelerated Composition II | |
Fine Arts | 3 | |
Any Gen Ed course | ||
Natural Sciences | 8 | |
Biology | BIO 1134 or other four credit hour approved Gen Ed BIO Lab Science course above or equivalent 1 | |
Chemistry | CH 1213/1211 or other four credit hour approved Gen Ed CH Lab Science course above or equivalent 1 | |
Natural Science (if appropriate) 1 | 3 | |
Any Gen Ed course | ||
Math | 6 | |
College Algebra (or higher ) | ||
Introduction to Statistics | ||
Humanities 1 | 6 | |
Any Gen Ed course(s) | ||
Social/Behavioral Sciences 1 | 6 | |
General Psychology (or other approved Gen Ed course) | ||
Introduction to Sociology (or other approved Gen Ed course) | ||
Exercise Science Core | 27 | |
Foundations of Health Education | ||
Exercise Physiology | ||
Applied Anatomy and Pathophysiology | ||
Fitness Programs and Testing Procedures | ||
Exercise and Weight Control | ||
Mechanical Analysis of Movement | ||
Physical Activity Epidemiology | ||
Exercise Science Internship | ||
Kinesiology Core Courses | 12 | |
Play, Fitness & Physical Activity (or any 3 PE activity courses) | ||
Philosophy of Sport & Physical Activity | ||
or SS 4303 | Globalization and Sport | |
or PE 3163 | Sport Psychology | |
or EP 3183 | Exercise Psychology | |
Fundamentals of Kinesiology | ||
Anatomical Kinesiology | ||
Concentration Courses | 15 | |
Advanced Exercise Physiology | ||
Exercise Electrocardiography | ||
Aging and Physical Activity | ||
Exercise Programs for Clinical Populations | ||
Disability & Physical Activity | ||
Electives | 15 | |
See advisor for approved list of courses | ||
Additional Requirements | 11 | |
Human Anatomy (or equivalent Gen Ed Bio/Lab Science course) | ||
Human Physiology (or equivalent Gen Ed Bio/Lab Science course) | ||
Medical Terminology | ||
Oral Communication Requirement | ||
CO 1003 | Fundamentals of Public Speaking | 3 |
or CO 1013 | Introduction to Communication | |
or CO 2253 | Fundamentals of Interpersonal Communication | |
Computer Literacy Requirement | ||
Satisfied by successful completion of EP 4803 | ||
Writing Requirement | ||
EDF 3413 | Writing for Thinking | 3 |
or MGT 3213 | Organizational Communications | |
or BIO 3013 | Professional Writing for Biologists | |
Total Hours | 124 |
Sport Administration Concentration (SPAD)
English | 6 | |
English Composition I | ||
English Composition II | ||
or EN 1173 | Accelerated Composition II | |
Fine Arts | 3 | |
History and Appreciation of Dance (or any approved Fine Arts Gen Ed course) | ||
Natural Sciences (2 labs required from Gen Ed) | 8 | |
Anatomy and Physiology | ||
Any 3-4 hour Gen Ed lab science course | ||
Extra Science 1 | 3 | |
Any Gen Ed course | ||
Math | 6 | |
College Algebra (or higher ) | ||
Calculus for Business and Life Sciences I | ||
Humanities 1 | 6 | |
Introduction to Ethics (or other approved Humanities Gen Ed course) | ||
See Gen Ed course list for an additional 3 hour course | ||
Social/Behavioral Sciences 1 | 6 | |
Introduction to Sociology | ||
Principles of Macroeconomics | ||
Kinesiology Core Courses | 12 | |
Fundamentals of Kinesiology | ||
Play, Fitness & Physical Activity (or any 3 PE activity courses) | ||
Philosophy of Sport & Physical Activity | ||
or SS 4303 | Globalization and Sport | |
or PE 3163 | Sport Psychology | |
or EP 3183 | Exercise Psychology | |
Anatomical Kinesiology | ||
Concentration Courses | 30 | |
Foundations of Sport Industry | ||
Sport Careers and Practicum | ||
Sport Sponsorship | ||
Sport Law | ||
Facility and Event Management in Sport | ||
Ethics in Sport Management | ||
Funding of Sport | ||
Sports Studies Internship | ||
Seminar in Sports Studies | ||
Concentration Electives | 15 | |
Communication Management in Sport | ||
Sport and Recreational Leadership | ||
Program Planning in Sport and Recreation | ||
Contemporary Issues in Intercollegiate Athletics | ||
Ancient and Medieval Sport History | ||
Directed Individual Study in Sport Studies | ||
Philosophy of Sport & Physical Activity | ||
Gender and Sport | ||
Sport Promotion and Sales Management | ||
Sport Psychology | ||
Sport Physiology | ||
Sport Biomechanics | ||
Emergency Health Care | ||
Sociology of Sport | ||
Cognate Courses | 24-26 | |
Choose one of the following cognates to complete the concentration requirements: | ||
--Business (25 hrs) | ||
Principles of Financial Accounting | ||
Principles of Managerial Accounting | ||
Introduction to Statistics | ||
Principles of Microeconomics | ||
Principles of Marketing | ||
Financial Systems | ||
Financial Management | ||
Principles of Management | ||
7 hours of Free Electives | ||
--Communication (24 hrs) | ||
Introduction to Communication Theory | ||
Introduction to the Mass Media | ||
Television Production | ||
Introduction to News Writing and Reporting | ||
News Writing for the Electronic Media | ||
Feature Writing | ||
Digital Communication | ||
Principles of Public Relations | ||
8 hours of Free Electives | ||
--Foreign Language (26 hours) | ||
Spanish I | ||
or FLF 1113 | French I | |
or FLG 1113 | German I | |
Spanish II | ||
or FLF 1123 | French II | |
or FLG 1123 | German II | |
Spanish III | ||
or FLF 2133 | French III | |
or FLG 2133 | German III | |
Spanish IV | ||
or FLF 2143 | French IV | |
or FLG 2143 | German IV | |
Advanced Spanish Composition and Advanced Spanish Laboratory | ||
or FLF 3114 | Advanced French Composition | |
or FLG 3114 | Advanced German Composition | |
Advanced Spanish Conversation and Advanced Spanish Conversation Practicum | ||
or FLF 3124 | Advanced French Conversation | |
or FLG 3124 | Advanced German Conversation | |
Hispanic Civilization | ||
or FLF 3143 | French Civilization | |
or FLG 3143 | German Civilization | |
Economics of the Spanish-Speaking World | ||
or FLF 3313 | Business French I | |
or FLG 3313 | Business German I | |
6 hours of Free Electives | ||
Total Hours | 124 |
Exercise Physiology Courses
EP 2013 Fundamentals of Kinesiology: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. The course introduces the history of exercise science and examines the academic disciplines and professions comprising exercise science and kinesiology
EP 2990 Special Topics in Exercise Physiology: 1-9 hours.
Credit and title to be arranged. This course is to be used on a limited basis to offer developing subject matter areas not covered in existing courses. (Courses limited to two offerings under one title within two academic years)
EP 3183 Exercise Psychology: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. This course will explore the theory and research related to psychological and sociological perspectives of physical activity and how exercise may impact the individual’s psychosocial health and behavior
EP 3233 Anatomical Kinesiology: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. A functional account of body structure, analysis of human movement and related injury mechanisms
EP 3304 Exercise Physiology: 4 hours.
(Prerequisite: BIO 1004 or BIO 3014 and CH 1043 or CH 1213). Three hours lecture.Two hours laboratory. Examines physiological systems central to exercise performance, interrelationships of those systems during exercise, and adaptations of the human body during both acute and chronic exercise
EP 3613 Exercise Electrocardiography: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: BIO 1004 or BIO 3014). Three hours lecture. Basic and intermediate electrocardiography including cardiac function, lead systems, rate, rhythm, axis, infarction, ischemia, hypertrophy and effects of cardiovascular drugs and exercise on the ECG
EP 3623 Exercise Physiology II: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: PE 3303). Three hours lecture. This course examines the cardiovascular, respiratory, endocrine, immunologic, and osteogenic aspects of physiology and their application to acute and chronic exercise throughout the lifespan
EP 3643 Applied Anatomy and Pathophysiology: 3 hours.
(Prerequisites: BIO 1004 or BIO 3004). Three hours lecture. Anatomical foundation of the human body with related pathophysiology of the cardiovascular, peripheral and central nervous system, and musculoskeletal disease states
EP 3803 Advanced Exercise Physiology: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in EP 3304). Three hours lecture. An examination of the physiological basis for human movement and exercise with emphasis of the cardiorespiratory systems and application to the rehabilitation setting
EP 4000 Directed Individual Study in Exercise Physiology: 1-9 hours.
Hours and credits to be arranged
EP 4113 Fitness Programs and Testing Procedures: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in EP 3304). Two hours lecture. Two hours laboratory. Provides study of and practice in conducting adult fitness programs and fitness testing procedures
EP 4123 Aging and Physical Activity: 3 hours.
(Prerequisites: EP 3304). Three hours lecture. This course addresses the process of aging as it affects physical activity. Students will develop a good knowledge of the physiological, psychological, and socio-economic issues affecting the functional performance levels in later life
EP 4133 Exercise Programs for Clinical Populations: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in EP 3304). Three hours lecture. This course describes the methods of prescribing exercise programs for individuals with medical conditions
EP 4143 Disability & Physical Activity: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. An examination of how physical activity can improve health in people experiencing disability across the lifespan
EP 4153 Training Techniques for Exercise and Sport: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in EP 3304). Three hours lecture. Training techniques used for exercise and sport and their acute and chronic effects
EP 4183 Exercise and Weight Control: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in EP 3304). Three hours lecture. The course describes the relationship between physical activity and nutrition for the maintenance of ideal body weight and optimal health throughout life
EP 4504 Mechanical Analysis of Movement: 4 hours.
(Prerequisite: EP 3233). Three hours lecture. Two hours lab. Overview of biomechanical principles and applications to the musculoskeletal system with an emphasis on the clinical setting for the treatment and rehabilitation of orthopedic injuries
EP 4603 Physical Activity Epidemiology: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in EP 3304). Three hours lecture. Survey of the health-related, epidemiological aspects of exercise, physical activity and physical fitness. Biological mechanisms for healthy adaptations to physical activity are addressed. Behavioral determinants of physical activity and regular participation in exercise are reviewed
EP 4703 Neural Control of Human Movement: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite:BIO 1004 or BIO 3014;EP 3643) Three hours lecture. Overview of the neural processes associated with human movement with the major focus being the mechanistic control of coordinated movement
EP 4814 Exercise Science Internship: 4 hours.
(Prerequisites: senior status, completion of at least 12 of 15 hours within student's concentration, and receive both advisor and internship coordinator approval). A supervised observation and teaching experience in an exercise science setting
EP 4990 Special Topics in Exercise Physiology: 1-9 hours.
Credit and title to be arranged. This course is to be used on a limited basis to offer developing subject matter areas not covered in existing courses. (Courses limited to two offerings under one title within two academic years)
EP 6153 Training Techniques for Exercise and Sport: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in EP 3304). Three hours lecture. Training techniques used for exercise and sport and their acute and chronic effects
EP 6990 Special Topics in Exercise Physiology: 1-9 hours.
Credit and title to be arranged. This course is to be used on a limited basis to offer developing subject matter areas not covered in existing courses. (Courses limited to two offerings under one title within two academic years)
EP 7000 Directed Individual Study in Exercise Physiology: 1-9 hours.
Hours and credit to be arranged
EP 8203 Advanced Exercise Physiology: 3 hours.
Two hours lecture. Two hours laboratory. Overview of major organ systems and cellular metabolism during exercise; physiological aspects of fatigue and factors influencing physical working capacity and performance; laboratory investigation/demonstration
EP 8243 Cardiorespiratory Exercise Physiology: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: EP 3304 or equivalent).Three hours lecture. Advanced principles of cardiovascular and respiratory physiology,with special emphasis on the physiological responses of these systems to acute and chronic exercise
EP 8253 Doping and Supplement Use in Sports: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: EP 3304 or equivalent, or consent of instructor). Three hours lecture. Examination of the pharmacological and nutritional agents used to enhance muscular development and athletic performance. Examination of commonly abused recreational drugs
EP 8263 Exercise Metabolism: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite:EP 3304) Three hour lecture. An advanced review of exercise metabolism with special emphasis on aerobic processes during muscular effort
EP 8283 Environmental Exercise Physiology: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: EP 3304). Three hours lecture.Advanced principles and applications in exercise physiology including responses to acute exercise and chronic training in the heat, cold, and at high and low pressures
EP 8303 Heart/Lung Rehabilitation: 3 hours.
(Prerequisites: EP 3304 or equivalent). Three hours lecture. The physiological basis of cardiopulmonary rehabilitation theory and practice
EP 8443 Neuromuscular Mechanisms in Exercise: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: EP 3304 or equivalent). Three hours lecture. Overview of the neural processes associated with movement with the major focus being the adaptation of the human muscular system to exercise
EP 8453 Biomechanics of Human Movement: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite :EP 3233 or equivalent). Three hours lecture. Overview of biomechanical principles/laws and their application to human movements (sport techniques and daily activities)
EP 8503 Occupational Physiology: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. Evaluation of physiological, biomechanical, and ergonomic demands and responses to occupational demands, including task design and evaluation, employee selection and placement, and work-rest scheduling
EP 8990 Special Topics in Exercise Physiology: 1-9 hours.
Credit and title to be arranged. This course is to be used on a limited basis to offer developing subject matter areas not covered in existing courses. (Courses limited to two offerings under one title within two academic years)
Kinesiology Courses
KI 1001 First Year Seminar: 1 hour.
One hour lecture. First-year seminars explore a diverse array of topics that provide students with an opportunity to learn about a specific discipline from skilled faculty members
KI 1803 Health Trends and Topics: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. An introductory survey of the multiple dimensions of health. Focus is upon healthy behaviors across the lifespan as well as environmental and social influences
KI 2023 Foundations of Health Education: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. Introduction to the discipline of Health Education. This course entails the examination of fundamental concepts and required competencies of the health educator and how to incorporate in a variety of settings
KI 2213 Emergency Health Care: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. Provide students with knowledge and practical experience necessary to prevent, recognize, and provide basic care for injuries and sudden illnesses until advanced medical care arrives
KI 2603 Medical Terminology: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. A working knowledge of terminology related to the human body through descriptive definitions, practical applications, and medical abbreviations will be developed
KI 2990 Special Topics in Kinesiology: 1-9 hours.
Credit and title to be arranged. This course is to be used on a limited basis to offer developing subject matter areas not covered in existing courses. (Courses limited to two offerings under one title within two academic years)
KI 3273 Athletic Training: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: BIO 1004 or BIO 2004). Three hours lecture. Designed for those beginning careers in coaching, physical education, and the fitness profession, the course prepares students to prevent, recognize, and treat of injuries prevalent and manage emergency situations in athletics, physical education, and adult fitness programs
KI 4000 Directed Individual Study in Kinesiology: 1-9 hours.
Hours and credits to be arranged
KI 4990 Special Topics in Kinesiology: 1-9 hours.
Credit and title to be arranged. This course is to be used on a limited basis to offer developing subject matter areas not covered in existing courses. (Courses limited to two offerings under one title within two academic years)
KI 6990 Special Topics in Kinesiology: 1-9 hours.
Credit and title to be arranged. This course is to be used on a limited basis to offer developing subject matter areas not covered in existing courses. (Courses limited to two offerings under one title within two academic years)
KI 7000 Directed Individual Study in Kinesiology: 1-9 hours.
Hours and credits to be arranged
KI 8000 Thesis Research/ Thesis in Kinesiology: 1-13 hours.
Hours and credits to be arranged
KI 8303 Research in Kinesiology: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. Study of the methods and techniques used in kinesiology research. During the course of the semester students prepare a research proposal
KI 8313 Interpretation of Data in Kinesiology: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. Statistical interpretation of qualitative and quantitative data in the various disciplines of kinesiology
KI 8543 Postural and Locomotor Rehabilitation: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. Principles of Neuromechanics in the analysis of posture and locomotion, with special emphasis on rehabilitation of balance and gait disorders
KI 8553 Exercise Management for Persons with Disabilities: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. Focuses on theory, research, and practice in exercise management in special populations
KI 8563 Motor Behavior in Special Populations: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. This course focuses on theory, research, and practice in movement control and learning in special populations
KI 8603 Disability, Physical Activity and Health: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. An examination of health disparities experienced by persons with disabilities with special emphasis on how these disparities can be alleviated with physical activity and exercise
KI 8710 Internship: 3-6 hours.
Opportunity for practical experience in the sport industry, fitness/wellness programs, or clinical rehabilitation settings
KI 8913 Doctoral Seminar in Exercise Science: 3 hours.
Three hours seminar. Discussions using current research literature in exercise science with in-depth analyses of selected research from exercise physiology, integrative kinesiology, and biobehavioral kinesiology
KI 8923 Doctoral Seminar in Sports Studies: 3 hours.
Three hours seminar. Discussions on current research literature in sport studies with in-depth analyses of selected research from the sport industry and cultural, social and historical studies
KI 8990 Special Topics in Kinesiology: 1-9 hours.
Credit and title to be arranged. This course is to be used on a limited basis to offer developing subject matter areas not covered in existing courses. (Courses limited to two offerings under one title within two academic years)
KI 9000 Dissertation Research /Dissertation in Kinesiology: 1-13 hours.
Hours and credits to be arranged
Physical Education Courses
PE 1000 Play, Fitness & Physical Activity: 1-3 hours.
One to three hours lecture. The examination and practice of play, fitness and physical activity as an important element of human culture and as means to health and well-being
PE 1001 Racquetball: 1 hour.
Two hours laboratory. Emphasis is on rules, knowledge, skill development, and team tactics necessary to successfully participate in an organized game
PE 1011 Badminton: 1 hour.
Two hours laboratory. Emphasis is on rules, knowledge, skill development, and team tactics necessary to successfully participate in an organized game
PE 1021 Volleyball: 1 hour.
Two hours laboratory. Emphasis is on rules, knowledge, and team tactics necessary to successfully participate in an organized game
PE 1031 Tennis: 1 hour.
Two hours laboratory. Emphasis is on rules, knowledge, skill development, and team tactics necessary to successfully participate in an organized game
PE 1041 Aerobics: 1 hour.
Two hours laboratory. Assessment, development and maintenance of physical fitness through aerobic exercises to music
PE 1051 Beginning Karate: 1 hour.
Two hours laboratory. The essential principles both physical and psychological will be stressed. Emphasis is placed on organization of karate techniques and training methods
PE 1061 Fitness Walking/Jogging: 1 hour.
Two hours laboratory. An exercise and activity class emphasizing walking and/or jogging to develop and maintain fitness, weight control and flexibility
PE 1071 Soccer: 1 hour.
Two hours laboratory. Emphasis is on rules, knowledge, skill development, and team tactics necessary to successfully participate in an organized game
PE 1081 Beginning Golf: 1 hour.
Two hours laboratory. Instruction and laboratory experience in the development of individual skills for participation in golf
PE 1091 Contemporary Dance: 1 hour.
Two hours laboratory. A non-majors course designed to develop skills in contemporary dance routines
PE 1101 Karate for Intermediates: 1 hour.
(Prerequisite: PE 1051 or prior Karate experience having attained the rank of Yellow Belt). Two hours laboratory. Current events of the American Karate world. Advanced free-fighting and self-defense techniques. Interpretation of forms
PE 1151 Strength Training: 1 hour.
Two hours laboratory. Principles and practice of strength training with particular emphasis on specificity of design and management of load, repetitions, rate of exercise and recovery time
PE 1161 Modern Dance: 1 hour.
(Prerequisite: Consent of Department Head). Two hours laboratory. Laboratory experience including a wide range of fundamental exercises and techniques, movement patterns, and dance choreography
PE 1171 Strength and Conditioning: 1 hour.
Two hours laboratory. This course is designed to provide a comprehensive overview of strength and conditioning techniques and principles for the design of a personal fitness program
PE 1191 First Year Seminar: 1 hour.
One hour lecture. First-year seminars explore a diverse array of topics that provide students with an opportunity to learn about a specific discipline from skilled faculty members
PE 1201 Adapted Physical Activity: 1 hour.
(Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor). Two hours laboratory. Designed one-to-one or small group instruction in various fitness programs, lifetime sport activities and a weight room program
PE 1211 Basketball: 1 hour.
Two hours laboratory. Emphasis is on rules, knowledge, skill development, and team tactics necessary to successfully participate in an organized game of basketball
PE 1243 Methods of Teaching Games and Sports: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. Theory of and participation in non-traditional games and sports. Classroom management and methods of teaching games and sports, skill analysis, discussion of developmental appropriateness, basic rules and teaching strategies
PE 1253 Methods of Teaching Lifetime Activities: 3 hours.
Two hours lecture. Two hours laboratory. Methods and theories of teaching physical education. Introduction of concepts, activities, technologies and teaching methods for strength training and aerobic conditioning
PE 1261 Flag Football: 1 hour.
Two hours laboratory. Emphasis is on rules, knowledge, skill development, and team tactics necessary to successfully participate in an organized game of flag football
PE 1263 Methods of Teaching Rhythms: 3 hours.
Two hours lecture and two hours lab/studio instruction, demonstration, skill development, and teaching techniques in the areas of folk, square, creative, and contemporary dance
PE 1281 Self-Defense: 1 hour.
Two hours laboratory. Emphasis is on basic self-defense skills, escape and avoidance strategies, offensive and defensive postures, defensive techniques and simulated attacks
PE 1323 History and Appreciation of Dance: 3 hours.
Two hours lecture, two hours laboratory. A course designed to acquaint students with the history of dance and to develop a greater sensitivity, appreciation and understanding of this art
PE 1371 Advanced Strength and Conditioning: 1 hour.
Two hours laboratory.This course provides advanced training principles and activities for strength and conditioning programs, including a combination of aerobic fitness and strength/power activities
PE 2990 Special Topics in Physical Education: 1-9 hours.
Credit and title to be arranged. This course is to be used on a limited basis to offer developing subject matter areas not covered in existing courses. (Courses limited to two offerings under one title within two academic years)
PE 3033 Basketball and Football Officials: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. A course designed to qualify officials for major sports officiating in Mississippi. Rules, rules interpretation, and mechanics of officiating for the major sports are covered
PE 3111 Advanced Military Physical Fitness: 1 hour.
One hour laboratory. Develops the physical fitness required of an officer in the Army through emphasis of individual fitness programs and examination of the role of exercise/ fitness. (May be taken up to four times for credit)
PE 3123 Principles and Methods of Elementary School Health and Physical Education: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. Principles and methods of teaching health and physical education to elementary school children
PE 3133 Adapted Physical Education: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. A study of the psychomotor domain with emphasis on identifying handicapping problems and developing instructional strategies for remediating these problems
PE 3153 Methods of Elementary Physical Education: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. Designed to provide students with knowledge and practical experience that will enhance their effectiveness in teaching physical education to pre-school through fifth grade students
PE 3163 Sport Psychology: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. This course will provide students with an overview of the theories and research related to sport and exercise behavior. Topics to be covered include the history of sport psychology, behavioral principles, anxiety, motivation, leadership, group dynamics, gender, and personality
PE 3223 Motor Development and Movement: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: BIO 3004). Three hours lecture. A study of human motor development and movement. Introducing the terminology, principles to motor development and the concept of developmentally appropriate practice as it relates to physical education, exercise science, human development, special education, elementary education and other health-related fields
PE 3313 Sport Physiology: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in EP 3304). Three hours lecture. Physiological concepts of sports performance including methods, bioenergetics, ergogenics, and nutrition for athletes are examined
PE 3433 General Safety Methods: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: Junior standing). Three hours lecture. Analysis of accident causes and methods of prevention. Home, school, industry, farm, water, pedestrian problems considered
PE 3533 Coaching Sports: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. Coaching fundamentals and team play; team organization, offensive and defensive sets, and rules of play in football, basketball and baseball
PE 4000 Directed Individual Study in Physical Education: 1-6 hours.
Hours and credits to be arranged
PE 4163 Principles and Methods of Secondary School Health and Physical Education: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: Senior or graduate standing). Three hours lecture. This course is designed to emphasize contemporary teaching methods in all areas of health and physical education in the secondary school
PE 4173 Tests and Measurements in Health and Physical Education: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. Test construction, test administration, and statistical procedures for evaluating test results in health and physical education
PE 4283 Sport Biomechanics: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite:BIO 1004 or BIO 3004).Three hour lecture. Systematic qualitative and quantitative analyses of selected athletic performances and other human movements utilizing observation and other measurement techniques to detect and correct faults that limit performance during sport activity
PE 4413 Basic Drive and Traffic Safety Education I: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: Valid driver's license, two years driving experience). Three hours lecture. Critical analysis of traffic accidents, attitude factors, essential knowledge of automobile operations and traffic laws and regulations for developing driving skills
PE 4423 Drive and Traffic Education Methods II: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: PE 4413). Two hours lecture. Two hours laboratory. Professional preparation of college students who plan to teach driver education in secondary schools; methods of teaching and administering program; scheduling, financing, and public relations
PE 4533 Developing Coaching Expertise: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. This course will provide undergraduate and graduate students with an in depth analysis of the growth and development of coaches from novice to expert
PE 4853 Motor Learning and Skill Analysis: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: PE 3223). Three hours lecture. Designed to provide students with an understanding of how movement is produced and controlled and the principles that underlie the learning of motor skills
PE 4873 Professional Classroom Management Seminar in Physical Education and Athletics: 3 hours.
(Prerequisites: Admission to Teacher Education and senior standing). Three hours lecture. A seminar dealing with legal, professional, administrative, and curriculum issues as they relate to physical education and athletics in the schools
PE 4883 School Health Education: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education). Three hours lecture. Preparation for prospective teachers in planning, implementing, and evaluating all aspects of comprehensive school health education
PE 4886 Teaching Internship in Physical Education: 6 hours.
(Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education, minimum grade point average of 2.5 overall and in major, and completion of all professional education courses with a C or better). Supervised observation and directed teaching in respective field of endorsement
PE 4896 Teaching Internship in Physical Education: 6 hours.
(Prerequisite:Admission to Teacher Education, minimum grade point average of 2.5 overall and in major, and completion of all professional education courses with a C or better). Supervised observation and directed teaching in respective field of endorsement
PE 4990 Special Topics in Physical Education: 1-9 hours.
Credit and title to be arranged. This course is to be used on a limited basis to offer developing subject matter areas not covered in existing courses. (Courses limited to two offerings under one title within two academic years)
PE 6163 Principles and Methods of Secondary School Health and Physical Education: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: Senior or graduate standing). Three hours lecture. This course is designed to emphasize contemporary teaching methods in all areas of health and physical education in the secondary school
PE 6533 Developing Coaching Expertise: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. This course will provide undergraduate and graduate students with an in depth analysis of the growth and development of coaches from novice to expert
PE 6883 School Health Education: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education). Three hours lecture. Preparation for prospective teachers in planning, implementing, and evaluating all aspects of comprehensive school health education
PE 6990 Special Topics in Physical Education: 1-9 hours.
Credit and title to be arranged. This course is to be used on a limited basis to offer developing subject matter areas not covered in existing courses. (Courses limited to two offerings under one title within two academic years)
PE 7000 Directed Individual Study in Physical Education: 1-6 hours.
Hours and credits to be arranged
PE 8000 Thesis Research/ Thesis in Physical Education: 1-13 hours.
Hours and credits to be arranged
PE 8113 Curriculum Construction in Physical Education: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. PE 8113 is a course designed to cover Basic considerations and issues of standards-based physical education curricula in the K-12 schools. Emphasis on program development and design; instructional process; program implementation; and evaluation widely used curricula in physical education
PE 8163 Seminar in Physical Education: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. The course gives a complete review of current literature in Physical Education
PE 8203 Psychological Aspects of Sport: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. An in-depth analysis of the principles, methods and outcomes of sport psychology
PE 8990 Special Topics in Physical Education: 1-9 hours.
Credit and title to be arranged. This course is to be used on a limited basis to offer developing subject matter areas not covered in existing courses. (Courses limited to two offerings under one title within two academic years)
Sport Studies Courses
SS 1001 First Year Seminar: 1 hour.
One hour lecture. First-year seminars explore a diverse array of topics that provide students with an opportunity to learn about a specific discipline from skilled faculty members
SS 2003 Foundations of Sport Industry: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. Overview and analysis of the knowledge in sport management, including an examination of sport and sport-related organizations Acquaints student with job opportunities in the profession and discusses future trends
SS 2103 Sport Careers and Practicum: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: SS 2003). One hour lecture. Two hours practicum. In-depth investigation of skills and competencies necessary for careers in the sport industry. Requires supervised work experience of 100 hours in a sport management setting
SS 3103 Sport Sponsorship: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. The primary objective is to learn the fundamental aspects of sport sponsorship and apply knowledge to management practice. It is to understand how sport sponsorship principles and practices are combined and applied to solve sport industry problems
SS 3203 Sport Law: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. This course addresses the influence of torts, contracts, employment-related issues, and intellectual property on the sport industry
SS 3303 Communication Management in Sport: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. Functions and tasks of communication professionals in the sport business, including such fields as public relations, media relations, community relations, and promotions
SS 3403 Facility and Event Management in Sport: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. This course covers the requisite responsibilities and tasks involved in facility and event management in sport industry
SS 3503 Sport and Recreational Leadership: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. This course examines the process of leadership as it relates to leadership needs in the delivery of recreation, leisure, and sport professions
SS 3603 Program Planning in Sport and Recreation: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: SS 2003). Three hours lecture. Explore and examine the theoretical foundations and community programming skills, methods, and techniques that are necessary to deliver recreational activities within a variety of agencies and organizations
SS 3703 Contemporary Issues in Intercollegiate Athletics: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: SS 2003). Three hours lecture. A comprehensive foundation concerning contemporary issues surrounding intercollegiate athletics. Specifically, social, ethical, financial, economic, management, and governance matters in college level sport will be examined
SS 3903 Ancient and Medieval Sport History: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. The course will explore the history of sports, the history of physical education, and the history of ideas and beliefs about physical activity and human nature. The course will focus on the history of sport in ancient Greece, Rome, and medieval Europe
SS 4000 Directed Individual Study in Sport Studies: 1-9 hours.
Hours and credit to be arranged
SS 4003 Philosophy of Sport & Physical Activity: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. An examination and development of philosophic reasoning skills to better understand the role that philosophy plays in our understanding and conception of physical activity and sport
SS 4103 Ethics in Sport Management: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. Ethical issues relevant to administration in the sport business industry across a range of areas, including professional sport, collegiate sport, and youth/ high school sport
SS 4203 Funding of Sport: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. Foundation of fiscal management concepts in the sport industry, including finance, economics, accounting, and general business practices
SS 4303 Globalization and Sport: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. The impact of globalization trends on the sports industry. The course explores various theories of globalization as they relate to the business of sport
SS 4393 Sport Studies Internship: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: Consent of instructor). Hours and credits to be arranged. A supervised observation and practicum experience in a sports communication setting
SS 4396 Sports Studies Internship: 6 hours.
(Prerequisite: Consent of instructor). Hours and credits to be arranged. A supervised observation and practicum experience in a sports communication setting
SS 4403 Gender and Sport: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. An exploration of how ideologies and inequalities related to gender may be constructed, perpetuated, and/or challenged in and through sport. (Same as GS 4403/6403)
SS 4503 Sport Promotion and Sales Management: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: SS 3103). Three hours lecture. The focus of this course is to examine the sport sales process in sponsorship and ticketing. Role-play exercises will be used extensively to simulate the sales environment, leading to a live attempt at sales
SS 4803 Seminar in Sports Studies: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: Senior standing). Three hours lecture. In-depth investigation of current topics in sport studies with a focus on applying research to address issues in the sport industry
SS 4990 Special Topics in Sport Studies: 1-9 hours.
Credit and title to be arranged. This course is to be used on a limited basis to offer developing subject matter areas not covered in existing courses. (Courses limited to two offerings under one title within two academic years)
SS 6003 Philosophy of Sport & Physical Activity: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. An examination and development of philosophic reasoning skills to better understand the role that philosophy plays in our understanding and conception of physical activity and sport
SS 6303 Globalization and Sport: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. The impact of globalization trends on the sports industry. The course explores various theories of globalization as they relate to the business of sport
SS 6403 Gender and Sport: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. An exploration of how ideologies and inequalities related to gender may be constructed, perpetuated, and/or challenged in and through sport. (Same as GS 4403/6403)
SS 6503 Sport Promotion and Sales Management: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: SS 3103). Three hours lecture. The focus of this course is to examine the sport sales process in sponsorship and ticketing. Role-play exercises will be used extensively to simulate the sales environment, leading to a live attempt at sales
SS 6990 Special Topics in Sport Studies: 1-9 hours.
Credit and title to be arranged. This course is to be used on a limited basis to offer developing subject matter areas not covered in existing courses. (Courses limited to two offerings under one title within two academic years)
SS 7000 Directed Individual Study in Sport Studies: 1-9 hours.
Hours and credit to be arranged
SS 8123 Sport Management: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. Study of principles, problems, human relationships, and procedures in supervision in sports administration. Involves theories of leadership, programs, and philosophies in the sport industry
SS 8203 Funding of Sport: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. Overview of fiscal management concepts in the sport and recreation industries, including finance, economics, accounting, and general business practices
SS 8803 Sport Law: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. The analysis and application of the legal foundations, concepts and issues impacting the sports industry
SS 8823 Sport Sponsorships: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. An examination of the uniqueness of the sport sponsorships and importance of the effective advancement and visibility of the sport brand and positioning
SS 8833 Event and Facility Management: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. The principles and applications of management, design, and maintenance concepts as they apply to indoor and outdoor events and facilities
SS 8883 Ethical Issues in Sport: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. Philosophical exploration in the recognition, analysis, and implementation of ethical thought and the ethical decision making process within the multivalued contexts of the sports industry
SS 8893 History and Philosophy of Sport Seminar: 3 hours.
Three hours seminar. An investigation of historical events, political and social climates, and personalities, as well as philosophies which have influenced sport from early civilization to the present
SS 8990 Special Topics in Sport Studies: 1-9 hours.
Credit and title to be arranged. This course is to be used on a limited basis to offer developing subject matter areas not covered in existing courses. (Courses limited to two offerings under one title within two academic years)