KINE 120 The Science of Basic Health and Fitness

Credit 1. 1 Lecture Hour. 1 Lab Hour.

Overview of the human body; scientific fundamentals of stress, fitness, nutrition, disease and drug use; interdisciplinary focus on wellness and longevity; integrated physical activity experiences centering on principles and applications of the scientific basis of conditioning; not open to students who have taken KINE 223; also taught at Galveston campus.

KINE 121 Physical and Motor Fitness Assessment

Credits 2. 1 Lecture Hour. 2 Lab Hours.

Assessment of individual physical fitness and motor ability profiles for students majoring in kinesiology.
Prerequisite: Kinesiology major.

KINE 167 Visual and Performing Arts—Jazz Dance II

Credit 1. 2 Lab Hours.

Visual and Performing Arts--Jazz Dance II. Intermediate study of jazz dance; review of historical background and cultural heritage; includes several jazz styles; proper body mechanics and alignment; placement exam required on the second day of class.
Prerequisite: Beginning jazz dance or approval of instructor.

KINE 175 Gender Neutral Partnering

Credit 1. 2 Lab Hours.

Explores the fundamental principles of partnering; explores the properties of momentum, weight sharing, contact improvisation, breath, timing and trust; develops movement phrases on the principles of impromptu and partnering.

KINE 198 Health and Fitness Activity

Credit 1. 2 Lab Hours.

Half lecture; half activity; student choice of designated fitness or strength related activities; lecture portion covers current health topics.

KINE 199 Required Physical Activity

Credit 1. 2 Lab Hours.

(Any 1-hour PHED activity course) Required Physical Activity. Selection from a wide variety of activities designed to increase fitness and/or encourage the pursuit of lifetime activity; also taught at Galveston campus.

KINE 201 Pilates Apparatus

Credits 2. 2 Lecture Hours.

Study of Pilates apparatus work as designed by Joseph H. Pilates; basic principles of Pilates including breathing, pelvic and ribcage placement, scapulae stabilization, head and cervical alignment; uses apparatuses such as reformer, cadillac, chair, and barrel; incorporates the use of props such as rollers, mini balls, physioballs, blocks, therabands and pinky balls into apparatus work. May be taken 2 times for credit.
Prerequisites: KINE 120 or concurrent enrollment; dance science track majors only or approval of instructor.

KINE 210 The Art of Movement

Credits 3. 3 Lecture Hours.

Introductory course that examines and appreciates movement as expressed by every culture; movement is a function driven by context, whether practical or artistic; this course examines how dance is used to advance personal, social expression via design, patterning, connoted meaning, and inter-connectivity of form; in-class discussions, applications, and presentations, students attend and critique off-campus dance productions to enhance perspective, experience and appreciation of dance movement; Galveston campus; also taught at College Station campus.

KINE 213 Foundations of Kinesiology

Credits 3. 3 Lecture Hours.

(PHED 1301) Foundations of Kinesiology. History, principles, objectives, current concepts of kinesiology.

KINE 214/HLTH 214 Health and Physical Activity for Children

Credits 3. 3 Lecture Hours.

(PHED 1331) Health and Physical Activity for Children. Coordinated school health and physical activity programs appropriate for elementary aged children; focus on the content of the curriculum and the philosophical underpinnings of programming related to health and physical activity.
Cross Listing: HLTH 214/KINE 214.

KINE 215 Fundamentals of Coaching

Credit 1. 1 Lecture Hour.

(PHED 1321) Fundamentals of Coaching. Study modern theories and applications related to coaching; philosophies, styles, techniques, team organization, liability and administration.
Prerequisite: Kinesiology majors and coaching minors only.

KINE 223 Introduction to the Science of Health and Fitness

Credits 3. 2 Lecture Hours. 2 Lab Hours.

Overview of the human body systems; interdisciplinary focus on wellness, fitness, nutrition, disease, drug use; integrated physical activity centering on principles and applications of conditioning; collect data, evaluate information, formulate plans based on findings; experience with pedometers, heart rate monitors, bioelectrical impedance devices, software and other technology; also taught at Galveston campus.

KINE 240/HLTH 240 Computer Technology in Health and Kinesiology

Credits 3. 2 Lecture Hours. 2 Lab Hours.

Application of current technology in the areas of health and kinesiology; fundamentals of computers and their use; application of commercial software to health and kinesiology settings; use of computer networks for communications and research.
Prerequisite: Freshman or sophomore classification in health or kinesiology.
Cross Listing: HLTH 240/KINE 240.

KINE 260 Movement Lab: Ballet I

Credits 2. 0 Lecture Hours. 5 Lab Hours.

Understand body alignment through ballet technique; assess individual muscular and skeletal imbalances during a ballet technique class; video references of proper body alignment; anatomical explanation and assessment of individual's use of lateral rotation in ballet technique. May be taken 3 times for credit.
Prerequisite: Dance science majors, dance concentration majors and dance minors; or approval of instructor.

KINE 271 Movement Lab: Modern Dance I

Credits 2. 0 Lecture Hours. 5 Lab Hours.

Understand body alignment through modern dance; assess individual muscular and skeletal body imbalances during a modern dance class; introduction of how to work with imbalances in the body while executing proper dance technique; understand the structural and muscular alignment of parallel versus lateral rotation. May be taken 3 times for credit.
Prerequisite: Dance science majors, dance concentration majors and dance minors; or approval of instructor.

KINE 282 Culture of Wellness

Credits 3. 2 Lecture Hours. 2 Lab Hours.

Explore the dimensions of wellness across worldwide cultures; analyze, compare and contrast wellness choices and their impact on the individual and society; investigate a global region and its wellness practices; integrate physical activity experiences that are centered on the history and culture of a focus activity that originated outside the United States; also taught at Galveston campus.

KINE 285 Directed Studies

Credits 0 to 4. 0 to 4 Other Hours.

Work on a specified topic with the intent of promoting independent reading, research and study; supplement existing course offerings or subjects nor presently covered.
Prerequisites: Freshman or sophomore classification; approval of instructor.

KINE 289 Special Topics in...

Credits 0 to 4. 0 to 4 Lecture Hours.

Selected topics in an identified area of kinesiology. May be repeated for credit.

KINE 291 Research

Credits 0 to 4. 0 to 4 Other Hours.

Research conducted under the direction of faculty member in kinesiology. May be repeated 4 times for credit.
Prerequisites: Freshman or sophomore classification and approval of instructor.

KINE 302 Applied Exercise Physiology for Coaches

Credit 1. 1 Lecture Hour.

Survey of the physiology of exercise with an emphasis on topics in applied physiology that coaches should understand in working with student athletes of both genders and different ages.
Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in KINE 306 or concurrent enrollment; junior or senior classification or approval of instructor.

KINE 305 Sport Nutrition

Credits 3. 3 Lecture Hours. 0 Lab Hours.

Optimal nutritional intake in support of peak performance in sport and dance; food as fuel and which fuels are most important to specific sport/dance activities; the role nutritional supplements can play; fluid balance; weight management for athletes and dancers.
Prerequisites: NUTR 202 or equivalent or approval of instructor; junior or senior classification.

KINE 306 Functional Anatomy for Coaches

Credit 1. 2 Lab Hours.

Introduction to musculoskeletal anatomy and movement analysis and the applications of these topics to basic sport skills.
Prerequisite: Junior or senior classification or approval of instructor.

KINE 307 Lifespan Motor Development

Credits 3. 3 Lecture Hours.

Developmental characteristics and contemporary issues associated with motor behavior across the lifespan.
Prerequisite: Junior or senior classification or approval of instructor.

KINE 308 Integrated Adventure Education

Credits 3. 2 Lecture Hours. 3 Lab Hours.

Philosophy of outdoor education in a physical education program; designing and implementing outdoor adventure activities in an experiential and interdisciplinary manner for reinforcing the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills.
Prerequisites: Junior or senior classification or instructor approval.

KINE 311 Fundamental Rhythms and Dance

Credits 3. 2 Lecture Hours. 3 Lab Hours.

Appreciation of rhythms and dance movements in a cultural context; analysis of dance performance; basic understanding of the various dance components.
Prerequisite: Approval of instructor.

KINE 312 Coaching of Baseball

Credits 2. 1 Lecture Hour. 2 Lab Hours.

Theory and practice of coaching fundamentals in baseball.
Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in KINE 215.

KINE 314 Coaching of Soccer

Credits 2. 1 Lecture Hour. 2 Lab Hours.

Study of modern theories and applications related to coaching soccer.
Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in KINE 215.

KINE 317 Coaching of Football

Credits 2. 1 Lecture Hour. 2 Lab Hours.

Theory and practice of coaching fundamentals in football.
Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in KINE 215.

KINE 318 Athletic Injuries

Credits 3. 3 Lecture Hours.

Overview of the profession of athletic training; comprehensive analysis of the theories and practices in preventing, recognizing and treating common athletic injuries.
Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in BIOL 319 or KINE 302; junior or senior classification.

KINE 320 Advanced Athletic Injuries

Credits 3. 3 Lecture Hours.

Principles and procedures of therapeutic modalities, therapeutic exercise and rehabilitation as they relate to physical education, athletic training and physical therapy.
Prerequisites: KINE 318 and approval of instructor.

KINE 321 Coaching of Volleyball

Credits 2. 1 Lecture Hour. 2 Lab Hours.

Coaching fundamentals in volleyball.
Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in KINE 215.

KINE 324 Career Development in Coaching and Youth Development

Credits 3. 3 Lecture Hours.

Topic relevant to and career options in the coaching profession; preparation of future coaches and youth development professionals for successful careers; exploration and development of skills and knowledge to lead and manage individuals and teams.
Prerequisites: Junior or senior classification; approval of instructor.

KINE 325 Event and Tournament Operations for Coaches

Credits 2. 2 Lecture Hours.

Develop knowledge and skills related to event and tournament organization; working with sport governing bodies, school officials, comprehending risk management, financial management; classroom experiences, observations and field-based experiences to link theory into practice.

KINE 334 Coaching in Personal Training

Credits 2. 1 Lecture Hour. 2 Lab Hours.

An overview of the knowledge, skills, and expectations associated with being a competent personal trainer or fitness professional; fundamentals in addressing an individual’s health, medical and fitness status, along with comprehending fitness concepts including nutrition, bioenergetics, biomechanics and applied anatomy.
Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in KINE 215.

KINE 335 Coaching in Group Fitness

Credits 2. 1 Lecture Hour. 2 Lab Hours.

An overview of the knowledge, skills and expectations associated with being a competent group fitness instructor; creation, application and adaptation of a variety of group fitness classes based on population size, skill level, equipment available and facility space; basic business practices and professional certification procedures that are required of a fitness professional.
Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in KINE 215.

KINE 340 Essentials of Strength and Conditioning

Credits 3. 3 Lecture Hours.

Current principles and procedures essential to strength training and conditioning practices; emphasis on development and practical applications of scientific based anaerobic conditioning, flexibility, mobility, muscular strength, power and aerobic endurance program designs.
Prerequisites: Junior or senior classification; grade of C or better in KINE 318 or KINE 320; recommend KINE 199 Majors Aerobic Movement, KINE 199 Majors Resist Flex prior to registering.

KINE 351 Coaching of Basketball

Credits 2. 1 Lecture Hour. 2 Lab Hours.

Theory of fundamental skills needed to coach basketball with emphasis on knowledge of rules, strategies and skill analysis.
Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in KINE 215.

KINE 355 Coaching of Track

Credits 2. 1 Lecture Hour. 2 Lab Hours.

Theory and practice of coaching fundamentals in track and field events.
Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in KINE 215.

KINE 361 Movement Lab: Ballet II

Credits 2. 0 Lecture Hours. 5 Lab Hours.

Self evaluation of correct body alignment and imbalances while executing proper ballet technique; observation and assessment of the student's progression throughout the semester in regards to proper alignment and technique. May be taken 3 times for credit.
Prerequisite: Dance science majors, dance concentration majors and dance minors; or approval of instructor.

KINE 372 Movement Lab: Modern Dance II

Credits 2. 0 Lecture Hours. 5 Lab Hours.

Self evaluation of correct body alignment and imbalances while executing proper modern dance technique; observation and assessment of the student's progression throughout the semester in regards to proper alignment and technique. May be taken 3 times for credit.
Prerequisite: Dance science majors, dance concentration majors and dance minors; or approval of instructor.

KINE 386 Sport Physiology

Credits 3. 3 Lecture Hours.

Scientific physiological principles as they relate to sport and exercise in the preparation of current and future coaches; emphasis on cognitive, physiological knowledge and practical applications necessary to earn a creditable national certification; safely and effectively train athletic, fitness and general populations.
Prerequisites: KINE 121 and KINE 213; grade of C or better in KINE 302.

KINE 403 Dance Wellness

Credits 3. 3 Lecture Hours.

Using scientific methods to evaluate the dancer's body; implementation of dance screening process and creation of programs to address specific dance related injuries, imbalances or misalignments; study of current research in dance medicine/science and application of this knowledge to increase longevity of movement.
Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in BIOL 319, BIOL 320, and PHYS 201; junior or senior classification.

KINE 404 Coaching Psychology

Credits 3. 3 Lecture Hours.

Mental aspects of coaching for performance improvement in athletic and exercise settings; focus on coaching applications of theoretical concepts including individual differences, motivation, team and group dynamics, leadership, performance enhancement, positive and negative health behaviors and youth development..
Prerequisite: Junior or senior classification, or approval of instructor.

KINE 406 Motor Learning and Skill Performance

Credits 3. 3 Lecture Hours.

Learning in psychomotor domain; motor learning theories, physiological bases of skill behavior, motor and skill learning, state of performer and application of instructional techniques in motor learning and skill performance.
Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in BIOL 319 and PHYS 201; concurrent enrollment BIOL 320; junior or senior classification.

KINE 407 Motor Control and Learning Lab

Credit 1. 2 Lab Hours.

Collection and analysis of measures of human performance; study of how humans control voluntary actions; extension of basic knowledge of behavioral and cognitive processes.
Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in KINE 213 and BIOL 319; junior or senior classification; grade of C or better or concurrent enrollment in KINE 406.

KINE 425 Tests and Measurements

Credits 3. 3 Lecture Hours.

Comprehensive examination of the conceptual and theoretical aspects of measurement and evaluation in the field of kinesiology; emphasis on the application of statistical techniques germane to measurement and evaluation.
Prerequisites: Junior or senior classification; or approval of instructor for non-majors.

KINE 426 Exercise Biomechanics

Credits 4. 3 Lecture Hours. 3 Lab Hours.

An integrated, mechanistic study of biomechanics of human motion during physical activity and exercise; biology and mechanical properties of the human movement system including bones, tendons, ligaments, cartilage, skeletal muscles, joints and whole body systems investigated.
Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in PHYS 201, BIOL 319, and BIOL 320; junior or senior classification.

KINE 427 Therapeutic Principles

Credits 3. 3 Lecture Hours.

Examination of human tissue types, characteristics, and physiology pertaining to injury, pain transmission, and the healing process; study of common therapeutic modalities such as ultrasound and electricity with emphasis on physiological mechanisms of effect.
Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in BIOL 319, BIOL 320, and PHYS 201; junior or senior classification.

KINE 429 Adapted Physical Activity

Credits 3. 2 Lecture Hours. 2 Lab Hours.

Kinesiology for individuals with handicapping conditions; emphasis on cognitive recognition of such handicaps as postural deviations, emotional disturbances, convulsive disorders, vision and auditory problems, and other learning disability conditions.
Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in HEFB 222/KNFB 222 or KNFB 222/HEFB 222; grade of C or better in BIOL 107 or BIOL 111; grade of C or better in PHYS 201 or CHEM 119; junior or senior classification.

KINE 431 Ropes Course and Group Process

Credits 3. 2 Lecture Hours. 2 Lab Hours.

Techniques of group facilitation for initiatives of ropes/challenge course events; activity presentation and sequencing, safety techniques and construction principles, and processing experiences for transfer of learning.
Prerequisite: Junior or senior classification; approval of instructor.

KINE 433 Physiology of Exercise

Credits 3. 3 Lecture Hours.

Physiological bases of exercise and physical conditioning; measurement of metabolic efficiency during exercise, neuromuscular efficiency and body composition.
Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in PHYS 201, BIOL 319, and BIOL 320; junior or senior classification.

KINE 435 Physiology of Exercise Lab

Credit 1. 2 Lab Hours.

Utilization of up-to-date equipment to provide a comprehensive understanding of the physiology relating to cardio-pulmonary, skeletal muscle and metabolic responses to aerobic and anaerobic exercise.
Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in KINE 433 or concurrent enrollment; junior or senior classification.

KINE 439 Exercise Evaluation and Prescription

Credits 4. 3 Lecture Hours. 3 Lab Hours.

Theory and techniques for evaluation of human performance and cardiovascular disease risk factors in healthy and diseased populations; exercise prescription for disease prevention and rehabilitation.
Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in KINE 433 or concurrent enrollment; junior or senior classification.

KINE 440 Planning and Conduct of Human Subjects Research

Credits 3. 3 Lecture Hours.

Principles of practical issues associated with human subjects research from a multidisciplinary approach with consideration of gender, race, ethnicity and vulnerable subjects on study design; discussion of the basics of clinical trial study design, recruitment materials, informed consent and assent procedures, questionnaires, and assessments, and case report forms; importance of medical oversight and participant safety.
Prerequisite: Junior or senior classification.

KINE 462 Movement Lab: Ballet III

Credits 2. 0 Lecture Hours. 5 Lab Hours.

Peer evaluation of body alignment, imbalances and biomechanics of movement; explanation of kinesthetic principles and injury prevention through ballet technique; conditioning programs for a peer's imbalances and improper technique in a ballet class. May be taken 3 times for credit.
Prerequisite: Dance science majors, dance concentration majors and dance minors; or approval of instructor.

KINE 473 Movement Lab: Modern Dance III

Credits 2. 0 Lecture Hours. 5 Lab Hours.

Peer evaluation of body alignment, imbalances and biomechanics of movement; explanation of kinesthetic principles and injury prevention through modern dance technique; develop conditioning program for a peer's imbalances and improper technique in a modern dance class. May be taken 3 times for credit.
Prerequisite: Approval of instructor.

KINE 482 Seminar

Credit 1. 1 Lecture Hour.

Acquaint students with current research and the research process in their chosen field of study (kinesiology). May be taken four times for credit. Must be taken on a satisfactory/unsatisfactory basis.
Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in BIOL 319 and BIOL 320, or KINE 302 and KINE 306; junior or senior classification.

KINE 483 Practicum in Kinesiology

Credits 3. 2 Lecture Hours. 2 Lab Hours.

Participation and study in the areas of fitness assessment, exercise and/or sport programming, and fitness/sport administration; acquisition and practice of professional and/or clinical skills in kinesiology.
Prerequisite: Senior classification; approval of instructor.

KINE 484 Internship in Kinesiology

Credits 0 to 12. 0 to 12 Other Hours.

Supervised internship with corporate fitness centers, rehabilitation centers, hospitals, recreation centers and similar agencies and organizations.
Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in KINE 483; completion of all coursework.

KINE 485 Directed Studies

Credits 0 to 4. 0 to 4 Other Hours.

Special problems in kinesiology assigned to individual students or to groups.
Prerequisites: Junior or senior classification; approval of instructor.

KINE 489 Special Topics in...

Credits 0 to 4. 0 to 4 Lecture Hours. 0 to 4 Lab Hours.

Selected topics in an identified area of kinesiology; also taught at Galveston campus. May be repeated for credit.

KINE 491 Research

Credits 0 to 4. 0 to 4 Other Hours.

Research conducted under the direction of faculty member in kinesiology. May be repeated 4 times for credit.
Prerequisites: Junior or senior classification and approval of instructor.

SPMT 217 Foundations of Sport Management

Credits 3. 3 Lecture Hours.

History, principles, and objectives of the sport management profession; an overview of the structure of the sport industry; introduction to the scope and variety of career opportunities in sport.

SPMT 220 Olympic Studies

Credits 3. 3 Lecture Hours.

History of the Olympic Games and their development over time; analyze, compare and contrast the relationship between the Olympics, cultures and societies; examination of central problems, accomplishments and collaborations revolving around the Olympics from a variety of viewpoints.

SPMT 225 Practical Skills for Sport Professionals

Credits 3. 3 Lecture Hours.

Introduction to the writing, communication and technical skills required to succeed in the sport industry; segmented into units based on different professions within the sport industry such as journalism, marketing, technology, public relations, organizational communication and law.

SPMT 230 Introduction to Leadership in Sport Organizations

Credits 3. 3 Lecture Hours.

Attainment and application of leaderships skills in the sports setting; analysis of sports leaders and their styles; ethics in sport leaders; preparation to work in youth sports institutions; youth community agencies and sport related non-profit agencies.

SPMT 260 Overview of Practices in Sport

Credits 2. 2 Lecture Hours.

History, principles, and objectives of the sport management profession; an overview of the structure of the sport industry; introduction to sport management practices and career opportunities in sport.
Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in SPMT 270.

SPMT 262 Human Capital Management in Sport

Credits 3. 3 Lecture Hours.

Dynamic issues of individual and organizational change; overview of human resources, relational and conflict management, and leadership principles.
Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in SPMT 260; concurrent enrollment in SPMT 272.

SPMT 265 Professional Communication for the Sport Industry

Credits 4. 4 Lecture Hours.

Application of the writing, communication and technical skills required to succeed in the sport industry; utilizing various communication types including oral, written, digital and listening from a global perspective.
Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in ENGL 103 or ENGL 104; grade of C or better in COMM 203, SPMT 260, SPMT 262, SPMT 270, and SPMT 272, or concurrent enrollment.

SPMT 270 Sport Marketing

Credits 2. 2 Lecture Hours.

Broad and contemporary overview of the sport marketing field; differentiating the field of sport and entertainment marketing with the practices and applications of mainstream marketing.
Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in SPMT 260.

SPMT 272 Sport Marketing Issues

Credits 2. 2 Lecture Hours.

Recognition of current issues within the sport marketing field while gaining transferable skills necessary for the sport industry.
Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in SPMT 270; concurrent enrollment in SPMT 262.

SPMT 285 Directed Studies

Credits 0 to 4. 0 to 4 Other Hours.

Work on a specified topic with the intent of promoting independent reading, research and study; supplement existing course offerings or subjects not presently covered. May be repeated for credit.
Prerequisites: Freshman or sophomore classification; approval of instructor.

SPMT 289 Special Topics in…

Credits 0 to 4. 0 to 4 Lecture Hours.

Selected topics in an identified area of sport management. May be repeated for credit.

SPMT 291 Research

Credits 0 to 4. 0 to 4 Other Hours.

Research conducted under the direction of a faculty member in sport management. May be repeated 4 times for credit.
Prerequisites: Freshman or sophomore classification; approval of instructor.

SPMT 295 Introduction to the Culminating Experience

Credit 1. 1 Lecture Hour.

Orientation, observations and experiences in preparation for the Culminating Experience.
Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in SPMT 260 and SPMT 270; grade of C or better in SPMT 265 or concurrent enrollment.

SPMT 304 Sport Psychology Management and Practice

Credits 3. 3 Lecture Hours.

The relationship of psychology to sport and exercise; topics include history, application of learning principles, social psychology, personality variables, psychological assessment, youth sport, and diversity issues in sport and exercise.
Prerequisite: Junior classification.

SPMT 316 Sales Strategies in Sport Organizations

Credits 3. 3 Lecture Hours.

Preparation for the sport business workforce via the sales outlet; emphasis on developing skills for success in sport sales.
Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in SPMT 217; junior or senior classification.

SPMT 319/SOCI 319 Sociology of Sport

Credits 3. 3 Lecture Hours.

Social institution of sport and its consequences for American society; social organization from play to professional sport; violence, discrimination, women in sport; socialization implications from participation in sports.
Prerequisite: Junior or senior classification.
Cross Listing: SOCI 319/SPMT 319.

SPMT 321 Risk Management in Sport Organizations

Credits 3. 3 Lecture Hours.

Legal principles and rules of law affecting the administration and operation of health, human performance, recreation and sports programs, resources, areas and facilities; risk management and legal concepts applied to contracts, human rights, constitutional issues, supervision of recreation activities and torts.
Prerequisites: Junior or senior classification; or approval of instructor.

SPMT 330 Application of Leadership Skills in Sport Organizations

Credits 3. 3 Lecture Hours.

Development and application of leadership vision to sport organizations; development of leadership skills that create collaborative and management of groups in sports organizations.

SPMT 333 Sport Management

Credits 3. 3 Lecture Hours.

Introduction to techniques for proper management of programs in physical activities and athletics including the basic physical education instructional program, intercollegiate and interscholastic athletics, intramural and club programs, and alternative athletic programs such as health clubs, corporate fitness centers and YMCA/YWCAs.
Prerequisites: Junior or senior classification; admission to professional phase of program.

SPMT 334 Sport Communication

Credits 3. 3 Lecture Hours.

Communications from the interorganizational level to mass media specific within the unique setting of sport industry.
Prerequisites: Junior or senior classification; sport management majors only or approval of instructor.

SPMT 336 Diversity in Sport Organizations

Credits 3. 3 Lecture Hours.

Examine an encompassing perspective of diversity within North American and international sport organizations.
Prerequisite: Junior or senior classification; also taught at Galveston campus.

SPMT 337 International Sport Business

Credits 3. 3 Lecture Hours.

The magnitude of global expansion and development of sport familiarity with major firms and organizations on the global scene, major issues in global sports; emphasis on business opportunities available internationally; underlying thesis focuses on the contrasts from the U.S. sport industry to foreign markets.
Prerequisite: Junior or senior classification; also taught at Galveston campus.

SPMT 340 Sport Governance

Credits 3. 3 Lecture Hours.

Governance and policy development in sport management; managerial activities related to governance, strategic management, ethics in sport, governance and policy development in specific sport contexts.
Prerequisite: Junior or senior classification.

SPMT 360 Organizational Issues in Sport

Credits 3. 3 Lecture Hours.

Gain knowledge and experience in organizational structure, organizational behavior, global issues, human resources, strategic and operational planning, data information systems, evaluation and assessment.
Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in SPMT 260, SPMT 262, SPMT 265, SPMT 270, SPMT 272, and SPMT 295.

SPMT 362 Sport Leadership

Credits 3. 3 Lecture Hours.

Attainment and application of leadership skills in the sport setting; concepts related to negotiations and change management; ethics and legal issues in sport.
Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in SPMT 260, SPMT 262, SPMT 265, SPMT 270, SPMT 272, and SPMT 295.

SPMT 364 Financial Management in Sport

Credits 3. 3 Lecture Hours.

Financial theories and practical application as they impact sport revenues and expenditures; familiarization with current issues and trends in financing sport organizations.
Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in SPMT 260, SPMT 262, SPMT 265, SPMT 270, SPMT 272, and SPMT 295.

SPMT 366 Sport Facility and Event Management

Credits 3. 3 Lecture Hours.

Orientation into the design, operations and functions related to cost-effectively managing recreational facilities and events; address key elements of program management, conflict management, group dynamics and customer service.
Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in SPMT 260, SPMT 262, SPMT 265, SPMT 270, SPMT 272, and SPMT 295.

SPMT 370 Fan Behavior in Sport

Credits 3. 3 Lecture Hours.

Communication with current and potential consumers; importance of identifying and understanding consumers when planning, creating, and performing marketing activities.
Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in SPMT 260, SPMT 262, SPMT 265, SPMT 270, SPMT 272, and SPMT 295.

SPMT 372 Sales Strategies in Sport Organizations

Credits 3. 3 Lecture Hours.

Preparation for the sport business workforce via the sales outlet with emphasis placed on students developing skills necessary for success in sport sales.
Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in SPMT 260, SPMT 262, SPMT 265, SPMT 270, SPMT 272, and SPMT 295.

SPMT 374 Strategic Sport Marketing

Credits 3. 3 Lecture Hours.

Managing customers to maximize long-term company profits focused on managing at the strategic level by targeting, acquiring, retaining and growing customers.
Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in SPMT 260, SPMT 262, SPMT 265, SPMT 270, SPMT 272, and SPMT 295.

SPMT 402 Pre-Internship Field Experiences

Credit 1. 2 Lab Hours.

Orientation, observations and experiences in preparation for professional internships.
Prerequisites: Senior classification; approved acceptance to field experience.

SPMT 412 Managing Sport Events

Credits 3. 3 Lecture Hours.

Examination of principles involved in planning and managing sport events.
Prerequisites: Junior or senior classification or approval of instructor.

SPMT 420 Sports Facility Planning

Credits 3. 3 Lecture Hours.

Examination of the principles involved in planning and managing sports and recreational facilities.
Prerequisites: Junior or senior classification; admission to professional phase of program or approval of instructor for non-sport management majors.

SPMT 421 Legal Aspects of Sport

Credits 3. 3 Lecture Hours.

Explores the relationship between sport and law, and the fundamentals of law used by sport managers, including contract law, tort law, Constitutional issues, employment and discrimination law, the effect of state and federal statutes on recreational activities and sport, and current legal issues in sports.
Prerequisites: Junior or senior classification; admission to professional phase of program or approval of instructor for non-sport management majors.

SPMT 422 Financing Sport Operations

Credits 3. 3 Lecture Hours.

Study of financial theories and practical application as they impact sport revenues and expenditures; familiarization with current issues and trends in financing sport organizations.
Prerequisites: Junior or senior classification; admission to professional phase of program.

SPMT 423 Marketing Aspects of Sport

Credits 3. 3 Lecture Hours.

Investigation of the rapidly developing sports industry from a marketing perspective; familiarization of marketing terms and tools needed in the sports industry; introduction to the various aspects of marketing that make up the marketing plan.
Prerequisites: Junior or senior classification; admission to professional phase of program.

SPMT 450 Professional Practice in Sport Management

Credits 3. 3 Lecture Hours.

Information, perspectives and skills to promote the management of sports in the community, school, workplace and sport business settings; boundary-crossing partnerships across sport disciplines; the role of collaborative efforts to improve the needs of the sport community.
Prerequisite: Admission to professional phase of program; senior classification.

SPMT 460 Sport Business Planning

Credits 3. 3 Lecture Hours.

Development of a sport business plan; planning, assessing and delivery of all components of a business plan for a sport organization.
Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in SPMT 360, SPMT 362, SPMT 364, SPMT 366, SPMT 370, SPMT 372, and SPMT 374.

SPMT 462 Leadership Application in Sport

Credits 3. 3 Lecture Hours.

Development and application of leadership vision to sport organizations; development of leadership skills that create collaborative management of groups in sports organizations.
Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in SPMT 360, SPMT 362, SPMT 364, SPMT 366, SPMT 370, SPMT 372, and SPMT 374.

SPMT 470 Application of Marketing Strategies in Sport

Credits 3. 3 Lecture Hours.

Examination of the application of marketing principles to the general sport enterprise; creation of sport marketing plans, evaluation of effective methods and practices relevant to sport marketing.
Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in SPMT 360, SPMT 362, SPMT 364, SPMT 366, SPMT 370, SPMT 372, and SPMT 374.

SPMT 472 Data Analysis and Problem Solving in Sport

Credits 3. 3 Lecture Hours.

Acquire market analysis and problem solving skills; understanding of rigorous marketing research methods; learn techniques to create marketing campaigns.
Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in SPMT 360, SPMT 362, SPMT 364, SPMT 366, SPMT 370, SPMT 372, and SPMT 374.

SPMT 481 Seminar

Credit 1. 1 Lecture Hour.

A variety of topical seminars in communicating contemporary and historical sport management subjects designed to complement the curriculum in sport management. May be taken three times for credit.
Prerequisite: Admission to the professional phase of the sport management program; junior or senior classification; or approval of instructor.

SPMT 482 Professional Writing Seminar

Credit 1. 1 Lecture Hour.

Acquaint students with a primary means of communicating contemporary research in sport management; extensive readings, intensive writings and an oral presentation designed to complement the curriculum in sport management by introducing the application of sport management research to organizational decision making. May be taken two times for credit.
Prerequisites: Admission to professional phase of program or approval of instructor; junior or senior classification.

SPMT 483 Practicum in Sport Management

Credits 0 to 3. 0 to 3 Other Hours.

Participation and study in sport management and administration; acquisition and practice of professional and/or clinical skills in sport management. Must be taken on a satisfactory/unsatisfactory basis.
Prerequisites: Admission to professional phase of program; approval of instructor; junior or senior classification.

SPMT 484 Internship in Sport Management

Credits 0 to 12. 0 to 12 Other Hours.

Supervised internship with sport management organizations; acquisition and practice of professional and/or clinical skills in sport management.
Prerequisites: SPMT 402; completion of all coursework.

SPMT 485 Directed Studies

Credits 0 to 4. 0 to 4 Other Hours.

Special problems in sport management assigned to individual students or to groups. May be repeated for credit. Must be taken on a satisfactory/unsatisfactory basis.
Prerequisites: Junior or senior classification; approval of instructor.

SPMT 489 Special Topics in…

Credits 0 to 4. 0 to 4 Lecture Hours.

Selected topics in an identified area of sport management. May be repeated for credit.

SPMT 491 Research

Credits 0 to 4. 0 to 4 Other Hours.

Research conducted under the direction of a faculty member in sport management. May be repeated 4 times for credit.
Prerequisites: Junior or senior classification; approval of instructor.