| ENGL 7400 | Research in American Literature (3-0-3)| Studies in selected, authors, movements, or subjects in American literature. Intensive research project required. Prerequisites: Admission to the graduate program and permission of the instructor.
| ENGL 7500 | Research: Major Author (3-0-3) | Study of the works of a major author. Intensive research project required. Prerequisites: Admission to the graduate program and permission of the instructor.
| | ESCI - Education and Sports Science Courses ESCI 3210 | Motor Behavior (3-0-3) | This course focuses on the growth and development of individuals throughout the lifespan, with particular attention to motor development. The theory and application of motor skill development and the behavioral characteristics of participants in motor activities will be discussed. Topics include, growth and motor development, performance and skill, attentional factors, motivational factors, stress, and perceptual motor learning. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Area F.
| ESCI 3220 | Structural Kinesiology (3-0-3) | A study of the structural basis underlying human motion, with emphasis on the skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems. An analysis of the mechanical principles which apply to the techniques used in physical activity, sport, and dance. An evaluation of posture and body mechanics of daily life skills which are used by both typical and atypical populations. Prerequisites: BIO 2111 and BIOL 2112 with a grade of at least "C".
| ESCI 3300 | Practicum in Exercise & Sport Science (3-0-3) | The purpose of the Practicum is to provide the student hands-on experience in exercise testing and prescription of physical fitness. Appropriate protocols will be practiced based on the age, health status, and physical activity level of the person to be tested.
| ESCI 3310 | Behavioral Fitness (3-0-3) | This course examines physical activity as a health behavior and health-related dimension of physical fitness. The association between physical activity and fitness are analyzed. Other topics include health habits, chronic diseases, the behavior physiology of stress and mental health. In the process, wellness is contrasted with health-risk reduction. The main topics analyze methods to improve the health and quality of life of Americans by promoting moderate amounts of physical activity.
| ESCI 3320 | Fitness and Wellness Programming (3-0-3) | This course is an introduction to basic principles of fitness and wellness. The measurement prescription, and evaluation of health-related factors of physical fitness are critical elements. Practical experience in fitness and wellness programming will be an integral part of this course. Topics include, cardiorespiratory fitness, flexibility, muscular strength and endurance, weight management, exercise prescription, and fitness assessment.
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