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MPSY 6840 - Compassion Meditation Lab *This course can be repeated.
(2 cr Pass/Fail)
This course will provide students with training in Cognitively-Based Compassion Training (CBCT), a secularized meditation protocol for developing compassion towards oneself and others. Through a systematic, eight-step process, CBCT employs analytical meditation alongside non-analytical techniques to foster insight into one’s own mental experiences, self-compassion and resilience, gratitude and forgiveness, empathy, and unbiased compassion. Students will be guided through this process in weekly meditation sessions. Although CBCT has shown to have demonstrable psychological and physical health benefits, the focus of this course will be on the actual practice of the meditation, rather than on meditation theory and the scientific study of meditation.
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MPSY 6850 - Advanced Seminar in Contemplative Psychology
(4 cr)
Prerequisites: MPSY 6500 , MPSY 6550 , MPSY 6800
This course provides students with an opportunity to engage in an in-depth examination of one specific contemplative tradition through the lens of both traditional texts and sources and contemporary psychology and neuroscience, in order to see what contemplative psychology has to offer positive psychology, and vice versa. The format will be seminar-style. The specific contemplative tradition to be examined can vary depending on instructor expertise and student interest, and possible topics include the Tibetan lojong or ‘mind training’ tradition; the medieval Christian contemplative tradition; or Sufi spirituality. The psychological, cognitive science, and neuroscientific literature presented will focus on research on emotions and emotion regulation, areas that are particularly amenable to comparisons with contemplative psychologies that largely focus on transforming emotional patterns.
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MPSY 6880 - Positive Psychology Capstone
(1 credit)
Prerequisites: MPSY 6500 and MPSY 6000
The primary aim of this capstone course is to allow students to reflect on what they have learned in previous positive psychology courses, to see how the various areas of research interrelate with each other and with the world, to see how students can use positive psychology in their lives and careers, and to polish students’ writing and presentation skills in preparation for the world after graduation.
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MPSY 6890 - Positive Psychology Capstone
(1 credit)
Prerequisites: MPSY 6880
The primary aim of this capstone course is to allow students to reflect on what they have learned in previous positive psychology courses, to see how the various areas of research interrelate with each other and with the world, to see how students can use positive psychology in their lives and careers, and to polish students’ writing and presentation skills in preparation for the world after graduation.
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MPSY 6900 - Contemplative Science and Secular Ethics Practicum
(1-5 credits)
Prerequisites: Completion of all required courses in the Contemplative Science and Secular Ethics track and at least 3 quarters of Meditation Lab courses (MPSY 6380 .
This course enables students in the Contemplative Science and Secular Ethics track to engage in a training practicum that will place them in a setting where they can (a) create an intervention related to contemplative science and secular ethics or adapt an existing intervention to a specific population; and (b) implement such an intervention (either the one they designed or an established protocol). Typical settings would include educational and clinical settings, such as a local school. Students may also be involved in participating in on-going meditation studies taking place in the Atlanta area, where they would serve in capacities such as meditation instructor or assistant meditation instructor.
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MPSY 6950 - Contemplative Science and Secular Ethics Research Project *This course can be repeated.
Total Credit Hours: (15 credit hours-5 Fall, 5 Winter, and 5 Spring)
Prerequisites: MPSY 6500 and completion of all required core courses in the Contemplative Science and Secular Ethics track.
This course is for students who will submit a thesis based on an independent research project in the Contemplative Science and Secular Ethics track. Students will be given the opportunity to carry out a research project on a topic related to positive psychology, contemplative science and secular ethics, with the approval and supervision of a member of the graduate faculty. Students should already have identified a research issue early in their course of study and prior to enrollment in this course, and must also have completed the necessary prerequisites in research methods and any other coursework necessary for the successful completion of their project.
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MPSY 6990 - Comprehensive Exam
(0 cr)
Prerequisite: Must be taken during final quarter of program with instructor permission
Comprehensive examination related to general and coaching track.
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Master of Sport Health Science |
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MSHS 5410 - Physiological Therapeutics – Adjunct Procedures
(3-2-4)
This course is designed for those who will be utilizing physiological therapeutic modalities to augment their treatment and care programs. Instruction on the use of various electrotherapy, acoustical, and mechanical devices, as well as safe and effective treatment procedures are covered. (Note: only three (3) credits will transfer to DC Program.)
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MSHS 5430 - Physiological Therapeutics – Rehabilitative Procedures
(3-2-4)
This course is designed for the student who will be utilizing rehabilitative procedures in conjunction with various modalities to augment their treatment and care programs. Instruction on therapeutic/rehabilitative exercises and treatment protocols are covered. Also included are discussions on the use of thermotherapies and soft tissue work in conjunction with exercise. (Note: only three (3) credits will transfer to DC Program.)
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MSHS 6000 - Exercise Physiology
(4-0-4)
This course offers the study of the physiological responses and adaptations to exercise in terms of how they relate to human performance limitations, training effects, and health-related benefits. Emphasis will be given to a study of the components of physical fitness. Exercise metabolism and nutrition will be covered.
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MSHS 6020 - Cardiorespiratory Exercise Physiology
(4-0-4)
Prerequisite: MSHS 6000
This course offers the study of the responses of the cardiorespiratory system to physical activity, as well as the adaptations to exercise training. Topics covered include energy expenditure, oxygen consumption, cardiovascular responses (acute and chronic) to training, physiological control mechanisms, and physiological changes due to diseased states and various environmental conditions.
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MSHS 6040 - Neuromuscular Exercise Physiology
(4-0-4)
Prerequisite: MSHS 6000
This course will examine the relationship between neuromuscular structure and function with an emphasis on understanding the acute responses and chronic adaptations of skeletal muscle to exercise and training. Topics discussed include the biochemical and morphological characteristics of skeletal muscle fibers, neural regulation, and bioenergetics of muscular contraction and fatigue, and muscle plasticity as related to development, growth and adaptation.
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MSHS 6050 - Evaluation Fundamentals
(2-0-2)
This course provides the student with an introduction to the injury evaluation principles of patient care. Topics include: patient interviewing and history taking, medical documentation, monitoring vital signs, positioning, transfers, the use of assistive equipment for ADL activities, gait instruction, and wheelchair prescription and training. Students will also be introduced to goniometry, manual muscle testing, reflex testing and sensory testing.
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MSHS 6100 - Exercise Electrocardiography (EKG)
(3-2-4)
This course offers the study of the electrical activity of the heart and its mechanical function with emphasis on arrhythmia and 12-lead interpretation. Topics discussed include cardiovascular structure and function, EKG interpretation, stress testing protocols and ergometry used in the clinical setting, and interpretation of EKG/GXT data in various patient populations.
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MSHS 6120 - Exercise Testing & Prescription
(3-2-4)
Prerequisite: MSHS 6000
This course offers the study of the fundamental principles of exercise testing and prescription for healthy and diseased states. Ergometry commonly employed in human performance labs, clinical settings and health clubs will be evaluated. Topics discussed include medical screening, strength testing, power and flexibility, anaerobic and aerobic fitness assessment, body composition, exercise prescription and metabolic calculations.
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MSHS 6220 - Nutrition for Fitness and Sport
(4-0-4)
Prerequisite: MSHS 6000
The course examines the nutritional requirements of fitness enthusiasts and athletes in relation to metabolism during exercise and recovery. The relationship of exercise and diet to health and disease is also examined.
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MSHS 6240 - Strength Training and Development
(4-0-4)
This course examines the design and implementation of various types of resistance training programs, the underlying neuromuscular and physiological basis for various types of resistance training exercises, and the acute responses and chronic adaptations to resistance training exercise.
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MSHS 6280 - Ergogenic Aids and Substance Abuse
(4-0-4)
Prerequisite: MSHS 6000
This course offers the examination of the pharmacological and nutritional agents used by athletes in order to enhance muscular development and exercise performance. Commonly abused, recreational drugs and their effects on athletic performance will also be discussed.
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MSHS 6320 - Exercise and Aging
(4-0-4)
Prerequisite: MSHS 6000
This course examines the effects of aging and exercise on the fitness and health of aging individuals. Topics discussed include theories of aging, the interaction of aging and disease processes, and the effects of aging and exercise on body composition, cardiorespiratory function, muscular strength and endurance, and motor and cognitive function.
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MSHS 6340 - Advanced Exercise Biochemistry
(4-0-4)
Prerequisites: MSHS 6220 and MSHS 6800
This course is designed to provide a comprehensive overview of exercise biochemistry. Reading and discussion of current topics in exercise biochemistry related to control mechanisms, methods used in research to assess biochemical adaptations, mechanisms regulating carbohydrate, lipid and protein metabolism; adaptations with exercise training; influence of acute and chronic exercise on energy metabolism, insulin signaling and action; skeletal muscle lactate utilization and transporters, and the relationship between metabolism and fatigue.
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MSHS 6400 - Sport Injury Management
(4-0-4)
This course explores the foundations of the athletic care profession with emphasis on injury prevention, assessment/evaluation, systemic conditions and other special conditions, treatment and rehabilitation of athletic injury.
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MSHS 6410 - Athletic Injury Care
(4-0-4)
Students continue to learn about the athletic training profession. They are taught basic principles in the prevention, evaluation and care of athletic injuries. Students also learn basic taping and wrapping; and CPR/AED for the professional rescuer.
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MSHS 6420 - On-Field Emergency Care
(2-0-2)
This course offers the comprehensive study of the assessment and management of traumas and medical emergencies that occur in sports. The course focuses on the life-threatening conditions that occur to the head, neck, chest, abdomen and spinal cord. Physiological, environmental and physical processes that lead to these life-threatening injuries are examined.
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MSHS 6430 - Principles in Therapeutic Exercise
(4-0-4)
The study of the basic principles and techniques used to rehabilitate joints, muscles and other soft tissue conditions.
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MSHS 6440 - Practices of Therapeutic Exercise
(2-2-3)
Prerequisite: MSHS 6430
This course provides practical experience in the development and application of exercise programs for musculoskeletal conditions utilizing manual exercise, gymball (Swiss ball), free weights, calisthenics and theraband. The practical experiences and application are based on the theoretical principles covered in Therapeutic Exercise.
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MSHS 6450 - Injury Assessment: Upper Extremity
(3-2-4)
This course provides the student with information and basic skills used to evaluate injuries and special problems of the upper body and cervical spine. Students will acquire a basic understanding and skills in palpation methods, neurological tests, and special tests. In addition, students will learn pathological and etiological information for a variety of injuries.
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MSHS 6460 - Therapeutic Interventions
(3-2-4)
Prerequisite: Acceptance into the M.A.T. program
This course provides advance knowledge for the professional intending to use the different physical agents or modalities in their practice. These include thermo, hydro, electro, mechano, and massage therapies and the use of the light and sound spectra for patient treatments. The course explores the theoretical concepts, rational for use, effects, and indications and contraindications for each agent or modality. The course includes a supervised laboratory to ensure the students learn the safe and efficient use of each agent or modality.
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MSHS 6470 - Therapeutic Exercise Lab for Athletic Training
(0-2-1)
Prerequisite: Acceptance into the M.A.T. program
The purpose of this course is to provide an application of exercises and techniques based on current evidence. Skills taught in this course will include range of motion, flexibility, strength, balance, proprioception, aerobic exercise, aquatic exercise, manual therapy and others.
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MSHS 6480 - Therapeutic Exercise I- Athletic Training
(4-0-4)
Prerequisite: Acceptance into the M.A.T. program
This course provides an introduction to the theory, scientific principles, and evidence for the use of various types of exercise utilized by the athletic trainer for the promotion, maintenance, and restoration of optimal health and physical function. Emphasis of this course provides basic understanding of therapeutic exercise as it relates to the rehabilitation process of musculoskeletal injuries. The athletic training students will be able to design safe and effective therapeutic exercise programs for various patient diagnoses.
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MSHS 6490 - Therapeutic Exercise II- Athletic Training
(3-2-4)
Prerequisite: MSHS 6480 ; Acceptance into the M.A.T. program
This course will build on the fundamental theories, scientific principles, and evidence-based practice of therapeutic interventions in order to use advanced techniques. Students will have the opportunity to apply and analyze therapeutic exercise interventions. Students will design and implement comprehensive therapeutic interventions and corrective exercise plans for patients with movement limitations and post-operative rehabilitation. Advanced techniques will be demonstrated and practiced in lab.
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MSHS 6500 - Injury Assessment: Lower Extremity
(3-2-4)
This course provides the student with information and basic skills used to evaluate injuries and special problems of the lower body and thoracic spine. Students will acquire a basic understanding and skills in palpation methods, neurological tests, and special tests. In addition, students will learn pathological and etiological information for a variety of injuries.
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MSHS 6510 - Musculoskeletal Assessment and Diagnosis I
(3-2-4)
Prerequisite: Acceptance into the M.A.T. program
This course provides a comprehensive approach to the assessment and diagnoses of lower extremity musculoskeletal injuries including the risk factors, the role of clinical outcome measures, and appropriate referral decisions.
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MSHS 6520 - Musculoskeletal Assessment and Diagnosis II
(3-2-4)
Prerequisite: MSHS 6510 ; Acceptance into the M.A.T. program
This course provides a comprehensive approach to the assessment and diagnoses of upper extremity musculoskeletal injuries including the risk factors, the role of clinical outcome measures, and appropriate referral decisions.
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MSHS 6530 - Musculoskeletal Assessment and Diagnosis III
(3-2-4)
Prerequisite: MSHS 6520 ; Acceptance into the M.A.T. program
This course provides a comprehensive approach to the assessment and diagnoses of musculoskeletal injuries to the spine and head including the risk factors, the role of clinical outcome measures, and appropriate referral decisions.
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MSHS 6540 - Administration in Healthcare
(4-0-4)
This course is designed to enhance the understanding of the basics regarding the day-to-day functions of health care facility – especially the athletic training room. This includes the management strategies needed to operate these facilities in a timely and efficacious manner. This is accomplished by apply concepts of planning, organizing, directing, controlling, and evaluating the resources and procedures by which needs and demands are met for health care services to individuals, organizations, and communities.
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MSHS 6550 - Professional Development in Athletic Training
(3-0-3)
This course is for athletic training students to engage in advanced study and discussion of specialized topics and contemporary issues related to the field of athletic training. Emphasis is placed on professional development and employment issues.
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MSHS 6560 - Sport Psychology
(4-0-4)
This course will examine psychological theories and techniques applied to sport to enhance the performance and personal growth of athletes, coaches and others. Emphasis is given to understanding personality, motivation, confidence, discipline, imagery use, relaxation training, performance anxiety, attention and concentration, the psychology of injury and rehabilitation, and clinical issues common in athletics.
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MSHS 6570 - Arthrokinematics and Proprioception of the Lower Body
(3-2-4)
Prerequisite: TECH 3838
The study of lower extremity joint function that is not produced by the action of voluntary muscles. as well as advanced techniques of extremity adjusting as an adjunct to spinal adjusting.
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MSHS 6580 - Arthrokinematics and Proprioception of the Upper Body
(3-2-4)
Prerequisite: TECH 3837
This course offers the study of upper extremity joint function that is not produced by the action of voluntary muscles. Advanced techniques of extremity adjusting, as an adjunct to spinal adjusting, are studied as well.
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MSHS 6590 - Sport Chiropractic Case Study
(4-0-4)
Prerequisites: MSHS 6570 and MSHS 6580
This course offers the study of a systematic process of developing of case management skills as it pertains to sport injury. The course focuses on the more common athletic injuries seen in the clinical and on field settings. The student learns how to diagnose, rehabilitate and adjust such injuries.
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MSHS 6600 - Sport Management
(4-0-4)
This course offers the study of the organization and administration of athletic programs. Areas of consideration include, but are not limited to, policies and procedures, intercollegiate and youth sports, budgeting, marketing, event planning and legal issues.
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MSHS 6611 - Clinical Education I
(0-2-1)
Students are introduced to the profession of athletic training and the athletic training education program. Students will learn basic taping and wrapping; modalities, spine boarding, and other basic skills. They will also be assigned to clinical education rotations under the direct supervision of a preceptor.
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MSHS 6612 - Clinical Education II
(0-2-1)
The student will develop advanced taping, wrapping, bracing, fitting sports equipment. They will also be assigned to clinical education rotations under the direct supervision of a preceptor.
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MSHS 6613 - Clinical Education III
(0-2-1)
Students will be assessed on psychomotor skills learned from the previous quarter - posture, acute injury care and injury prevention. They will also be assigned to clinical education rotations under the direct supervision of a preceptor.
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MSHS 6614 - Clinical Education IV
(0-2-1)
Students will be assessed on psychomotor skills learned from the previous quarters - injury prevention, upper extremity and therapeutic modalities. They will also be assigned to clinical education rotations under the direct supervision of a preceptor.
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MSHS 6615 - Clinical Education V
(0-2-1)
Students will be assessed on psychomotor skills learned from the previous quarters-posture, body composition, injury assessment proficiencies, and therapeutic exercise. They will be assigned to a clinical education rotation under the direct supervision of a clinical preceptor.
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MSHS 6616 - Clinical Education VI
(0-2-1)
Students will be assessed on psychomotor skills learned from the previous quarters- spine, head/neck, clinical conditions, and football equipment fitting. They will be assigned to a clinical education rotation under the direct supervision of a clinical preceptor.
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MSHS 6617 - Clinical Education VII
(0-2-1)
Students will be assessed on psychomotor skills learned from the previous quarters - clinical conditions, strength training, and thorax/abdomen. They will be assigned to a clinical education rotations under the direct supervision of a clinical preceptor.
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MSHS 6618 - Clinical Education VIII
(0-2-1)
Students will be assessed on psychomotor skills learned from all previous quarters and practice for the national BOC exam. They will be assigned to a clinical education rotations under the direct supervision of a clinical preceptor.
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MSHS 6670 - Clinical Conditions
(4-0-4)
This course covers the evaluation and prevention of the most common clinical conditions. This course will also cover medications commonly encountered in the practice of physical medicine. It will include categories of medications, generic and trade names of common medications, the use, effects and precautions of common medications, as well as their interactions and pharmacokinetic principles.
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MSHS 6700 - Kinesiology of Sport
(4-0-4)
This course offers the study of anatomical and kinesiological principles applied to the qualitative analysis of human motion in sports skills. Topics include movement terminology, muscle mechanics and function, levers, and an introduction to kinematics and kinetics of human motion.
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MSHS 6720 - Biomechanics of Sport
(4-0-4)
Prerequisite: MSHS 6700
This course offers the study of mechanical principles applied to the analysis of sports movements. Topics include in-depth study of muscular mechanics, kinematics, kinetics, and modeling of human movement.
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MSHS 6740 - Biomechanics of Sport Techniques
(4-0-4)
Prerequisite: MSHS 6700
This course offers the study of numerous sports and sport activities from a biomechanical perspective. The course will concentrate on the application of the laws of motion to individual and team sports.
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MSHS 6760 - Biomechanics of Sport Injury
(4-0-4)
Prerequisite: MSHS 6700
This course is designed to introduce students to the force-motion relationships within the musculoskeletal system and the various techniques used to understand these relationships. Topics include the biomechanics of major joints, tissues, and structures of the musculoskeletal system such as bone, cartilage, tendon, ligament, nerve and muscle. The student will utilize the concepts learned to investigate the injuries in specific sports.
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MSHS 6780 - Biomechanics Instrumentation
(1-2-2)
Prerequisite: MSHS 6720
The study of laboratory utilization of the equipment, research techniques and test devices in measuring biomechanical parameters of human performance.
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MSHS 6800 - Research Methods
(4-0-4)
This course is designed to introduce students to the research process in exercise science, which includes problem solving, methods development, and ethical issues in research. Students will acquire the skills necessary to write the first three chapters of a thesis. An introduction to statistical concepts, selected statistical measures and computer skills are covered.
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MSHS 6820 - Design and Analysis
(4-0-4)
Prerequisite: MSHS 6800
This course is designed to equip the graduate student with the skills needed to conduct research, analyze, and interpret experimental data in sport health science. Commonly used research methods and designs are discussed. Frequently employed descriptive, correlational, inferential (univariate and multivariate), and nonparametric statistical techniques are covered. Use of computer programs for each statistical technique is included.
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MSHS 6841 - Sport Seminar: Manual Muscle Testing
(2-0-2)
This course is designed to offer the student an integrated background into manual muscle testing as it relates to evaluation of athletic injury. Students will be assessed on psychomotor skills learned and outside projects for the course.
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MSHS 6842 - Sport Seminar: Taping and Bracing
(2-0-2)
This course is designed to offer the student an integrated background into Taping and Bracing as it applies to the injury care program.
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MSHS 6843 - Sport Seminar: Kinetic Chain Assessment
(1-2-2)
This course offers the study of the integrated nature of the kinetic chain with respect to assessment of deviation from normal structure and function and the resulting potential for injury and impaired physical performance.
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MSHS 6844 - Sport Seminar: Functional Rehabilitation of the Kinetic Chain
(1-2-2)
This course offers the study of the application of rehabilitation techniques in an integrated fashion in the treatment of kinetic chain dysfunction that may adversely affect the potential for injury and impaired physical performance.
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MSHS 6845 - Sport Seminar: Neuromechanics of Sport
(2-0-2)
This course investigates and discusses the field of neuromechanics and its implications in human performance.
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MSHS 6860 - Individual Study *This course can be repeated.
(1-8 cr. hrs.)
This course provides the student an opportunity to conduct a research project, write a scientific paper, and prepare teaching and resource manuals in a specific area of interest under the direction of a faculty member. A proposal MUST be completed prior to registration with the approval of the academic advisor.
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MSHS 6880 - Current Topics in Sport Health Science *This course can be repeated.
(4-0-4)
This course examines various topics related to current science and issues regarding athletic performance, fitness and health.
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MSHS 6900 - Practicum *This course can be repeated.
(1-12 cr. hrs.)
This course is a supervised practical experience on the campus of Life University and in the local community. A detailed proposal form must be completed one quarter prior to registration with the approval of the academic advisor and supervising professor. For this course a credit hour is equivalent to 30 contact hours in the clinical setting. A minimum of four credit hours is required in the Chiropractic Sport Science concentration.
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MSHS 6920 - Internship
(12-0-12)
This course is a supervised practical experience at a site of the student’s choosing. A detailed proposal/contract must be completed one quarter prior to registration with the approval of the academic advisor and supervising professor.
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MSHS 6980 - Thesis *This course can be repeated.
(12-0-12)
The formal publication of a research thesis is accomplished under the direct supervision of a graduate faculty member.
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MSHS 6990 - Written Comprehensive Exam *This course can be repeated.
(0-0-0)
Each non-thesis candidate is required to take a written comprehensive examination as one component toward advancement to candidacy. To be eligible to take the examination, the student must file an application with the Sport Health Science Department that has been approved by the student’s advisor and the department head of the program. Application for the comprehensive exams must be completed and filed with the SHS Department the quarter prior to completion of exam after the student has completed all core and required courses with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 and all required application materials on file.
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MNTR 501 - Nutritional Concepts & Nutritional Analysis
(4 cr.)
Prerequisite: Graduate Standing
This course is intended to provide an advance overview of nutritional concepts and nutrients analysis. The relationship between carbohydrates, amino acids, and fatty acids metabolism will be discussed. Water, electrolytes and acid base balance will be reviewed. Biochemical, physiological and functional aspects of nutrient metabolism and utilization are explored. Mechanisms through which macronutrients meet human biological needs are emphasized, as well as understanding of concepts of menu planning and nutrients analysis. Students will develop their critical thinking skills by using learned concepts in assessing their own nutritional status and determining their nutritional needs and finally to formulating nutritional plan/intervention to meet their own nutritional needs.
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MNTR 502 - Assessment & Nutritional Intervention
(5 cr.)
Prerequisite: Graduate Standing
Application of nutritional process, evaluation of nutritional status, and nutritional needs of individuals are determined through screening and assessment. The pathophysiology, (anatomy, physiology, and metabolic) of disease, and the relationship between diet, disease, health attainment, and maintenance is discussed. Diet modification for the prevention and treatment of acute and chronic disease is addressed. Emphasis is placed on nutrition intervention for a multitude of problems such as: the GI Tract (oral cavity, esophagus, stomach, intestinal), endocrine diabetes mellitus, hypoglycemia, weight management, eating disorders, cardiovascular disease, hypertension, the disease of liver, biliary system, pancreas; metabolic stress, sepsis, trauma, burns, surgery, pulmonary disease, and renal disease.
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MNTR 6000 - Advanced Nutritional Biochemistry, Vitamins and Minerals
(4 cr.)
Prerequisites: CHM 315 , CHM 316
This master level course will provide a comprehensive overview of the nutritional biochemistry of macro- and micronutrients with a focus on nutrient deficiencies, affluence, and nutrient metabolic disorders. Lectures will focus on chemical structures, chemical properties, metabolism pathways, the function of nutrients, and enzymatic regulations. The main goal of this course is to provide a common foundational prerequisite knowledge for subsequent courses MNTR 6100 and MNTR 6980 Thesis.
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MNTR 6030 - Advanced Functional Nutrition and Diagnosis
(4 cr.)
Prerequisite: MNTR 6000
Underlying mechanisms of disease and interrelationships between body systems will be discussed. Advanced level functional nutrition principles, functional labs and their use in practice, and advanced functional assessment tools will be covered. Students will discuss case studies on inflammatory conditions, various digestive conditions, metabolic disorders and others.
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MNTR 6040 - Communication, Counseling, and Behavior
(4 cr.)
This course covers advanced behavioral management and counseling theory / technique with a focus on motivational interviewing. Topics include verbal and written communication, analyzing scientific literature, collaboration and team dynamics, professionalism and career enhancement. Through analyzing, synthesizing and evaluation information, this course advances the learner’s communication skills for the development of more abstract intellectual abilities and practitioner success.
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MNTR 6060 - Leadership Theory and Self-Leadership
(5 cr.)
This course covers contemporary leadership theories with an emphasis on their application to case-studies and real world examples. Leadership behaviors and skill development are emphasized through the use of self-assessments and reflections. The coursework will guide the students’ leadership development. Students will learn to become informed and effective leaders with in work and community settings. Topics covered include: leadership theories and models; differences between management and leadership; followership, influence, and power; and introduction to leadership coaching.
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MNTR 6070 - Outcomes Research & Evidenced Based Practice
(4 cr.)
Students are able to differentiate and manipulate the variety of clinical terminology and standards of health care and decision analysis that support evidenced based practice. This knowledge will guide the student in justifying written practice guidelines and research protocol.
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MNTR 6080 - Biostatistics
(4 cr.)
The is an applied course in statistical methodology focused on topics in the health sciences. Students learn to design experiments and research protocol related to nutrition, gather and tabulate data as well as interpret the research results. A basic statistics course is required prior to taking this class.
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MNTR 6100 - Nutritional Epigenetics
(4 cr.)
Prerequisites: MNTR 6000
This master level course will provide an in depth analysis of the role of nutrients in gene regulation above DNA sequence (Nutriepigenetics). Class discussion will stimulate critical thinking and strengthen students learning ability in state-of-art technologies. Course content will cover the molecular basis of functional nutrients. This course will prepare students to translate nutrition epigenetics into the field of nutrition and dietetic practices.
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MNTR 6110 - Cultural Environment & Agricultural Issues
(4cr.)
This course investigates the food industry and the process of food product development and processing. Students research and critically analyze and discuss cultural, environmental and agricultural issues as they related to food, the food industry and food product development.
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MNTR 6120 - Graduate Seminar
(1 cr.)
Prerequisites: MNTR 6000 and MNTR 6070
Review of nutrition journals, critical evaluation of research papers, discuss specific nutrition problems of current interest. Propose thesis studies, present and analyze cases relevant to nutritional therapy or interventions.
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MNTR 6130 - Individual Study *This course can be repeated.
(2 cr.)
This course offers many opportunities to engage in an area of specific interest to the student. By choosing an area of nutrition that is of interest to the student, he/she would be expected to tailor research to this area. Masters’ projects can potentially cover topics supporting coursework such as in food production development, contemporary nutrition issues, new developments in the field of medical nutrition therapy, community food security or community based food and nutrition assistance, or local or statewide food system assessment. Students can tailor their program to manage research projects associated with the “Seeds of Life” garden and other nutrition research through the Life University Nutrition Department.
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MNTR 6140 - Advanced Clinical Field Experience
(3 cr.)
Prerequisites: MNTR 6200 , MNTR 6030 , and permission of instructor
In addition to practical experience, students must demonstrate the comprehension and understanding of the theories that are essential for achieving the competencies in a clinical nutrition setting. This course briefly provides an overview of the nutrition screening/assessment, nutrition diagnosis, nutrition intervention (MNT) and the monitoring/evaluation process.
Under supervision then students have the opportunity to put into practice their acquired knowledge of clinical screening assessment, nutritional intervention, monitoring and evaluation of the client’s progress. Practice sites include clinic nutrition services in nursing homes, private practice, and wellness centers. The student is exposed to and participates in all clinical operations at their sites. Theories learned in the Menu Planning, Advanced Nutrition, Assessment/Interviewing & Counseling, Nutrition Therapy sessions, Vitamins & Minerals, Alternative Nutrition and Food Nutrition, Culture are put into use.
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MNTR 6150 - Advanced Management Field Experience
(2 cr./6 credit hours of lecture and field experience)
Prerequisite: MNTR 6060 and permission of instructor
In addition to practical experience, students must demonstrate the comprehension and understanding of the theory and materials that are essential for achieving the competencies in a Food Science & service management. Content of Domain III for Registration Examination for Dietitian will be reviewed and discussed. Also under supervision, students have the opportunity to put into practice their acquired knowledge of community nutrition, nutrition assessment counseling, research, and nutritional education. The practice sites include a variety of the Community based programs such as Senior Citizen’s Center, Head Start, and others. The student will be exposed to all operations at these sites.
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MNTR 6160 - Advanced Community Field Experience
(2 cr./6 credit hours of lecture and field experience)
Prerequisite: MNTR 6230 and permission of instructor
In addition to practical experience, students must demonstrate the comprehension and understanding of the theory and materials that are essential for achieving the competencies in a Food Science & service management. Content of Domain III for Registration Examination for Dietitian will be reviewed and discussed. Also under supervision, students have the opportunity to put into practice their acquired knowledge of community nutrition, nutrition assessment counseling, research, and nutritional education. The practice sites include a variety of the Community based programs such as Senior Citizen’s Center, Head Start, and others. The student will be exposed to all operations at these sites.
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MNTR 6170 - Advanced Teaching Field Experience
(3 cr.)
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
Advanced Teaching Field Experience is designed to provide students with training in the theoretical and practical approaches to teaching as well as experience in the design, presentation and evaluation of a teaching session. They will explore systematically the kinds of knowledge, skills, and commitments that should enable teachers to be effective. Students will apply course content in classes and labs through teaching. Students will examine the special teaching challenges faced in planning for, and responding to, non-routine situations and student issues.
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MNTR 6180 - Advanced Food Science
(4 cr.)
Prerequisites: CHM 315 and CHM 316
Advanced Food Science course is intended to give students an overview of the chemistry of the principal components of foods, their properties and interactions, and the changes that occur during processing, storage, and utilization. Emphasis will be on evidence derived from original research literature, interpretation of research findings, and problem solving based on the scientific principles of food chemistry.
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MNTR 6190 - Advanced Herbs, Spices and Essential Oils
(4 cr.)
Prerequisite: MNTR 6030
Students will learn how herbs and spices can be used in both traditional and cultural cuisines as well as therapeutically for promoting health and healing disease. Students will study botanicals ingredients for their phytonutrient properties, synergy and use in functional nutrition protocols. Various preparations will be explored.
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MNTR 6200 - Advanced Culinary Nutrition, Therapeutic Diets, and Menu Planning
(4 cr.)
Prerequisite: MNTR 6030
Topics covered will be using food based interventions vs conventional nutritional interventions, using food, diet, botanicals and supplements therapeutically, and planning individualized menus based upon biochemical and systems oriented nutritional diagnosis. Students will discuss historical and modern food systems and dietary patterns. Therapeutic diets discussed will include cardiometabolic, elimination (GF, CF, grain free), SCD, FODMAPS, candida, Failsafe, Feingold, ketogenic and others.
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MNTR 6200L - Advanced Culinary Nutrition, Therapeutic Diets and Menu Planning Lab
(1 cr.)
Prerequisite: CONCURRENT OR PREVIOUS enrollment in MNTR 6200
This is a laboratory class where students will create recipes based upon the dietary patterns and therapeutic diets studied in MNTR 6200 . Students must be registered for or have already taken MNTR 6200 in order to register for this class.
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MNTR 6220 - Nutrition Epidemiology and Public Health Nutrition
(4 cr.)
Nutrition Epidemiology and Public Health Nutrition course focuses on the examination of the methodologies of dietary assessment and their application to design, conduct, analysis, and interpretation of epidemiologic studies related to nutrition. Introduces the practical application of nutritional epidemiology to health programs and policy. Additionally, biochemical, physiological and socioeconomic interactions will be evaluated as they relate to the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of nutrition programs and research that affect women and children.
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MNTR 6230 - Global Health and Policy Development
(4 cr.)
This course emphasizes evidenced based decision making for translating research into public policy. The equitable allocation of resources and program implementation to achieve health goals is discussed. Students will study the interdependence of nations and regions as they intersect with culture and development goals. Underserved populations, diverse global health systems and public policy will be studied to prepare students to engage in and promote public service.
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MAT 100 - Contemporary Mathematics
(5-0-5)
Prerequisite: TSM 099 or placement test
This course provides the non-science major with the base of mathematical knowledge necessary to understand the technical information that is presented in all types of situations today. The course begins with the study of numeration systems and progresses through elementary set theory, algebraic topics and the study of functions and applications. Also presented are topics from geometry, matrix theory, statistics and a brief look at computer programming. Throughout the course the emphasis will be on application problems and developing problem-solving skills.
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MAT 102 - Decision Mathematics
(5-0-5)
Prerequisite: MAT 100 or MAT 101
This course is a study of finite mathematics with an emphasis on application in various fields including business, social sciences and biology. Topics may include linear programming, set theory, probability and statistics, mathematics or finance, logic and truth tables, and graph study.
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MAT 103 - Survey of Calculus
(5-0-5)
Prerequisite: MAT 100 or MAT 101
This course is an overview of calculus with an emphasis on realistic applications in various fields including business and economics. Topics include derivatives, differentials, exponential and logarithmic functions, anti-derivatives and functions of several variables.
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MAT 211 - Pre-Calculus
(5-0-5)
Prerequisite: MAT 101 or higher
This course provides a working knowledge of precalculus and its applications. It begins with a review of algebraic operations. Emphasis is on solving and graphing equations that involve linear, polynomial, exponential, and logarithmic functions. Students learn to graph trigonometric and inverse trigonometric functions and learn to use the family of trigonometric identities. Other topics include conic sections, arithmetic and geometric sequences, and systems of equations.
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MAT 301 - Calculus I
(5-0-5)
Prerequisite: Match 211 (Precalculus) or higher with a grade of “C” or better
The topics of study in this course includes: limits, continuity, differentiation of algebraic and trigonometric functions, applications of the derivative, definite and indefinite integrals, the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus, and applications of the integral.
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MICR 1531 - Bacteriology and Virology
(4-2-5)
The course is designed to present fundamental concepts of general pathogenic bacteriology, virology and community health. Major emphasis is given to the clinical manifestations, epidemiology and host/parasite relationship of bacteria and virus. The course provides a basic knowledge of what bacteria and viruses are and the biological properties that make them pathogenic. The probable mechanisms and theories of host resistance and susceptibility to opportunistic, infectious and communicable microorganisms. This course broadens the basic science background of the chiropractic student, thereby enhancing his/her competence as a primary healthcare provider.
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MICR 2533 - Parasitology and Mycology
(3-0-3)
The course stresses the clinical manifestations, epidemiology and host/parasite relationship of pathogenic fungi, protozoa and worms. Morphological characteristics of representative species are demonstrated.
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MICR 2537 - Immunology and Disease Patterns
(3-0-3)
Prerequisite: MICR 1531
The components of the immune system and their functions are reviewed with the emphasis on the role of the immune system in defense against infection and immunological diseases. The possible roles of chiropractic effects on resistance and susceptibility are considered.
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MNTR 6980 - Thesis *This course can be repeated.
(2 cr.)
Prerequisites: MNTR 6070 and MNTR 6080
This is a process-oriented course that integrates reading, research, writing and oral presentations. The student will complete all facets of a research project from origination of an idea to a final thesis document and its public defense. The student will maintain an organized portfolio (electronic) of work including drafts, communication with advisors, and all articles used in the thesis document. The final thesis document will be scholarly in nature.
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