Sport Studies/Sport Science (SPRT)

Provides information to students about the sociological aspects of sport. (Formerly 5550:510)

Analysis of marketing/promotions from a sport manager's perspective. Emphasis on marketing strategy, tactics and development in sport delivery systems. (Formerly 5550:522)

Basics for becoming a successful coach. Discussion of principles applying to most sports, players and coaches. (Formerly 5550:553)

This course will integrate leadership principles with coaching practices to enhance student understanding of coaching as a profession and a discipline. The course aims to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and values necessary to become ethical, effective, and reflective coaches who contribute positively to athlete development and the broader coaching profession.

Organizational and administrative efficiency in implementing sports programs (event management, budgeting, public relations); objective and effective procedures for evaluation/selection of personnel; periodic program reviews. (Formerly 5550:601)

Coaching education principles related to the application of motor behavior and motor skill learning in sport.  Focus is on effective practices for learning, coaching and evaluating skills in sport at all levels of development. (Formerly 5550:602)

Course focuses on coaching and teaching the skills, tactics, and strategies in individual and team sports. (Formerly 5550:603)

This course explores contemporary challenges and emerging trends in sport and coaching, examining their impact on athlete development, team dynamics, and organizational success. Students will engage in critical analysis of topics such as ethical dilemmas, technological advancements, and diversity in sports. Through case studies and discussions, the course prepares future leaders to navigate the complexities of modern sports environments. (Formerly 5550:604)

This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the principles, theories, and practices essential for effective leadership in the fields of sport and athletics administration. This course explores the multifaceted roles of leaders within educational and athletic institutions, emphasizing the development of strategic leadership skills tailored to the unique demands of these settings.

This course will introduce theory of remedial exercise, sport and individualizing of physical activities to meet the needs of the physically, mentally and emotionally disabled individuals. This course will provide students with experience and knowledge in assisting individuals with special needs by creating activities that are engaging and will enhance motor abilities for all. 

This course will investigate the interconnectedness of athletic performance and overall well-being by studying physical conditioning, mental health, nutrition strategies, recovery techniques, and lifestyle factors of the athlete. 

Students will examine how technology enhances athletic performance, aids in injury prevention, and transforms sport management and fan engagement.

This course will review psychological components of physical activity and sport coaching. There will be a review of psychological mechanisms that influence healthy levels of physical activity and influence athletes positively. (Formerly 5550:609)

This course will focus on improving organizational and administrative efficiency in sport programs. The course will emphasize event planning/management, budgeting, clinics, fundraising and public relations.  It will also emphasize the development of effective procedures for personnel  and program evaluation.

This course is designed to provide an in-depth exploration of the changing landscape of coaching, with a specific focus on the tactics and strategies that drive success in coaching across diverse sports.  Training coaches to have an understanding of the important concepts, strategies, key pedagogical, physiological, and psychological concepts in teaching sport is crucial in the development of expert coaches and sport educators.

Special topics in athletic development and coaching are presented. Special topics courses may be repeated with a change in topic for no more than 6 credits.