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PES - Physical Educ Professional Crses

PES 115 Motor Development

Comprehensive study of motor development across the lifespan as a change in functional capacity from prenatal development to elderly adult movement patterns.

Credits
2(2-0)

Prerequisites

None

Corequisites

None.

PES 119 Introduction to Sport Management

Introduction to the field of sport management. Specific focus on the nature, scope, and significance of the industry. A survey of professional opportunities.

Credits
3(3-0)

PES 125 Principles and Foundations of Coaching

Practical information and issues relevant to professional practice for all athletic coaches. Includes eligibility for Coaching Advancement Program (C.A.P.) certification.

Credits
3(3-0)

PES 175 Introduction to Esport Management

Overview of the various areas of the esport industry including career opportunities and business concepts required to manage esport organizations and operations. This course may be offered in an online format.

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

None

Corequisites

None.

PES 180 Sport Management Governance & Organizational Theory

The managerial fundamentals and principles applied to the sport industry: concepts and functions of management, organizational theories, human resources, integrated issues and trends. Pre/Co-requisite: PES 119.

Credits
3(3-0)

PES 186QR Principles of Physical Fitness for Lifelong Wellness

Designed to enable lifetime fitness for individuals from all backgrounds. Study and demonstrate physical fitness concepts; develop and implement personal fitness program. Quantitative Reasoning.

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

None

Corequisites

None.

PES 210 Mental Training for Sport Performance

Development of the mental skills of self-concept, confidence, tension control, concentration, and visual imagery to allow students to perform to their potential in athletic competition.

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

None

Corequisites

None.

PES 218QR Sport Analytics

Theory, development, and application of analytics in sport for purposes of player performance, team management/operations, team valuation, social media analysis, sponsorship metrics, and fantasy competitions. Quantitative Reasoning. Prerequisites: PES 119, PES 180 both with a B- or better.

Credits
3(3-0)

PES 225 Athletic Conditioning for Coaches

Principles of physical training and nutrition as they apply to the short and long term conditioning of athletes at various levels of competition and sports. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisite: PES 125.

Credits
3(3-0)

PES 255 Athletic Skills and Techniques

A study of the skills necessary for athletes to be successful, and the techniques, drills and strategies coaches need to facilitate skilled performance. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisite: PES 125.

Credits
2(2-0)

PES 279 Sport First Aid and Athletic Emergencies

A coach’s role from the perspective of policy and practice in managing injuries and emergencies common to the athletic and sport culture. This course may be offered in an online format. Pre/Co-requisite: PES 125.

Credits
3(3-0)

PES 280 Economics & Finance in the Sport Industry

Examines and introduces the principles of economics, accounting, and finance as they apply to the sport industry. Prerequisites: PES 119, PES 180 both with B- or better. If not pursuing a Sport Management major, course listed on declared major or minor. 

Credits
3(3-0)

PES 293 Field Study in Sport Management

Provides exposure via experiences in select sport related organizations. Students enroll in 1 to 4 credits (45-180 clock hours to meet course requirements). Prerequisite: PES 119 with a B- or better; Pre/Co- requisite: PES 180.

Credits
1-4(Spec)

PES 297 Special Topics in Physical Education and Sport

Contains subject matter not included in courses currently listed in the Bulletin.

Credits
1-12(Spec)

PES 301 Exercise Psychology

An overview of exercise psychology, introducing a broad base of knowledge of how to alter exercise-related behaviors and understand psychological outcomes of physical activity. May be offered as Writing Intensive. Recommended: HSC 106QR  or PES 186QR or PSY 100. (University Program Group III-A: Behavioral Sciences)

 

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

None

Corequisites

None.

PES 302 Fundamentals of Motor Learning

Components of successful motor performance, theories of learning, nervous system function, practice methods, teaching methodology, and psychological concepts related to physical education, coaching, and rehabilitation. Prerequisites: Completion of at least 24 credit hours; Recommended: PES 115, PSY 100.

Credits
3(3-0)

PES 304 Youth Sports and Diverse Learners

Comprehensive study of problems involved in organizing and coaching youth sports. Investigation into coaching youth athletes of diverse backgrounds. Recommended: PSY 100 or SOC 100 or SOC 201. (University Program Group IV-A: Studies in Discrimination)

Credits
3(3-0)

PES 305 Physical Activity and Wellness within Nordic Culture

An investigation of physical activity behaviors and wellness status of the Nordic culture, one of the most physically active and fit cultures in the world. Recommended: HSC 106QR; PES 186QR; SOC 100; SOC 201, junior standing. (University Program Group IV-B: Studies in Cultures Outside the Anglo-American Tradition)

Credits
3(3-0)

PES 311 Psychology of Coaching

A study of the interaction between psychological variables and performance in sports and physical activity. Coaching applications are emphasized. Prerequisite: PES 125.

Credits
3(3-0)

PES 318 Social, Historical, & Global Issues in Sport

A critical examination of sport through prevailing theories in sport sociology. Historical perspectives will also be addressed. Prerequisites: minimum 56 credits.

Credits
3(3-0)

PES 328 Sport Analytics II

Sport Analytics II enhances theory, development, and application of quantitative data. The analytics field in the sport industry has seen significant growth through technological advancements. Prerequisites: PES 218QR for Sport Management Majors/Minors (with a minimum grade of B-); students from other areas of academic study across campus may also be admitted to the course if they have completed a 200-level QR course with a grade of B- or higher.

 

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

PES 218QR for Sport Management Majors/Minors (with a minimum grade of B-); students from other areas of academic study across campus may also be admitted to the course if they have completed a 200-level QR course with a grade of B- or higher.

Corequisites

None.

PES 335 Principles of Effective Coaching Instruction

Principles of effective instruction as they apply to assisting athletes in becoming proficient performers. Pre/Co-requisite: PES 255.

Credits
3(3-0)

PES 340 Esport Event Management

An introduction to the fundamentals of Esport event management combined with a supervised experience of best practices for planning and executing an event. Prerequisites: Junior status and PES 175.

Credits
3(Spec)

PES 360 Sport Sales & Marketing

An in-depth study of the nature, scope and significance of sales and marketing within the sport industry. Prerequisites: PES 119, PES 180 both with a B- or better.

Credits
3(3-0)

PES 373 Esport in Society

This course examines the sociological factors that influence esport in our society. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisite: 56 Credits. (University Program III-B: Studies in Social Structures)

Credits
3(3-0)

PES 380 Sport Communication & Mass Media

Students are provided theory and concepts to examine the role of public relations, communication, and mass media in the sport industry. Prerequisites: PES 119, PES 180 both with a B- or better.

Credits
3(3-0)

PES 390 Practicum in Physical Education and Coaching

Offers the student an opportunity to assist in on-campus and off-campus experiences in the areas of sport, dance, intramurals or aquatics, etc. CR/NC only. Prerequisites: Permission of the department chairperson and PES 311, 560; HSC 205 for students who are receiving credit for an athletic coaching minor or an athletic coaching endorsement. Permission of the department chairperson and PES 215 for students receiving elective credit for physical education major or minors.

Credits
1-3(Spec)

Prerequisites

Permission of the department chairperson and PES 311, PES 560; HSC 205 for students who are receiving credit for an athletic coaching minor or an athletic coaching endorsement. Permission of the department chairperson and PES 215 for students receiving elective credit for physical education major or minors

Corequisites

None.

PES 410 Competition Oriented Strategies and Preparations

Specific strategies and tactics that prepare individuals or teams for maximizing their performance in athletic competition. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisites: PES 255.

Credits
2(2-0)

Prerequisites

PES 255

Corequisites

None.

PES 445 Athletic Season Planning and Evaluation

Prepares coaches to plan in- and out-of-season activities, and provides them with the tools they need to evaluate program strengths and weaknesses. This course may be offered in an online format. Pre/Co- requisite: PES 410.

Credits
2(2-0)

Prerequisites

None

Corequisites

None.

PES 470 Athletic Coaching Internship

A practical experience in coaching athletes in a competitive setting at any level of competition under the supervision of a superior. Prerequisite: PES 445.

Credits
3(Spec)

PES 480 Integration of Sport Management Theory & Practice

A capstone experience for sport management majors, including fundraising, event management, strategic planning, game day operations, leadership, problem solving, sales, and communication. Prerequisites: PES 119, PES 180, and PES 293, all with grade of B- or better; PES 218QR, PES 280, PES 360, and PES 380 all with a grade of C or better; minimum 86 credit hours (senior status).

Credits
3(Spec)

Corequisites

None.

PES 485 Theoretical Foundations of Strength and Conditioning

Theory and application of physiological, biomechanical, psychological components of physical performance needed to analyze, develop and implement strength and conditioning programs. NSCA standards and guidelines. Prerequisites: HSC 211 or HSC 214; HSC 302.

Credits
3(3-0)

PES 499 Internship in Sport Management

Provides practical experience in a select sport-related organization. Students enroll in 1 to 12 credits. A minimum of 400 clock hours is required (9 credit hours to meet course requirements). Prerequisites: PES 318, PES 360, PES 380 all with a C or better; minimum 86 credits; permission of the sport management internship coordinator. Course requires affiliation agreement (otherwise known as the Site Assignment)

Credits
1-12(Spec)

PES 525 International Travel Course in Sport

A study abroad course that investigates the components of sport management from an international perspective, including historical and cultural influences on sport. Prerequisites: Junior standing or higher; permission of instructor.

Credits
3(3-0)

PES 550 Sport Fundraising

Provides theoretical and practical applications of fundraising in the sport industry. Prerequisites: 86 credit hours; or graduate standing.

Credits
3(3-0)

PES 564WI Sport Governance: Ethics, Morals, & Values

Investigation of how ethics, morals, and values influence the interpretation of laws and adherence to rules governing sport competition by athletes, coaches, and administrators. Writing Intensive. Prerequisites: PES 119, PES 180, and PES 293 with a B- or better; PES 218QR, PES 280, and PES 318 with a C or better; PES 360 or PES 380 with a C or better; minimum of 86 credits; or graduate status.

Credits
3(3-0)

PES 592 Independent Reading

Exploration of one or more aspects of the field of physical education by individual study. Prerequisite: Permission of the department chairperson and instructor required.

Credits
1(Spec)

PES 595 Issues in Physical Education and Sport

Investigation of selective major issues in physical education and sport. Prerequisite: permission of the instructor.

Credits
1-6(Spec)

Prerequisites

permission of the instructor

Corequisites

None.

PES 599 Integrated Sport Management Internship

An integrated internship experience applying theoretical and practical knowledge in a sport management setting. Prerequisites: Enrolled in the Accelerated MA in Sport Administration degree program; 3.0 overall GPA or better; and permission of the sport management internship supervisor.

Credits
1-6(Spec)