COURSE DESCRIPTIONS FOR ATHLETIC TRAINING
ATR 195 Introduction to Athletic Training 3
This course is an introductory course to the fundamentals of athletic training. Basic athletic training procedures include: emergency care, injury prevention protocols, athletic training materials, athletic training room management, and patient care. The students will complete 30 observational hours in the athletic training room (under the supervision of a Certified Athletic Trainer) as part of the class requirements. This course is mandatory for application to the professional phase of the ATEP. Prerequisites: None
ATR 220 Athletic Training Practicum I 1
The focus of this clinical course is to provide the athletic training student a supervised clinical practicum experience. Each student will complete 50 hours of specialized clinical education experience for the first semester sophomore AT major students under the supervision of an Approved Clinical Instructor. Students will not obtain more than 20 hours per week. This clinical experience introduces the unique features of male and female sports and covers clinical integration proficiencies associated with ATR 301, BIO 233 and ATR 250. The course includes limited classroom lecture, practical applications and educational competency and clinical proficiency completion for the purpose of review and assessment. The didactic component of this course evaluates educational competencies from ATR 195, EXSC200 and to some extent BIO152. Prerequisite: admission to the Professional Phase of the Athletic Training Education Program (ATEP), current CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer Certification, current First Aid Certification and current PA State child abuse / criminal background / fingerprinting clearances.
ATR 221 Athletic Training Practicum II 2
The focus of this clinical course is to provide the athletic training student a supervised clinical practicum experience. Each student will complete 90-100 clinical hours of specialized clinical education experience for the second semester sophomore AT major students under the supervision of an Approved Clinical Instructor. Students will not obtain more than 20 hours per week. This clinical experience focuses on training, injury recognition/evaluation, and rehabilitation of the lower extremity, and how that differs with a variety of sports and physical activities and covers clinical integration proficiencies associated with ATR 275, ATR 371, BIO 234, EXSC 351. The course includes limited classroom lecture, practical applications and educational competency and clinical proficiency completion for the purpose of review and assessment. The didactic component of this course evaluates educational competencies from ATR 301, BIO 233, and ATR 250. Prerequisite: Minimum grade of C in ATR 220.
ATR 250 Foundational Techniques in Athletic Training 2
This is a technical skills course that provides instruction in the basics skills needed to engage in the clinical setting. Foundational skills sets will provide the students the skills necessary to function at a proficient level at each clinical site. Skill sets include but are not limited to; Fitting of protective equipment, protective padding/splint fabrication, taping and wrapping skills, modality application, and basic therapeutic exercise techniques. Prerequisite: Minimum grade of C in ATR 195. Lab fee.
ATR 275 Sports Nutrition and Conditioning 3
This course is an introductory course to concepts related to nutrition and conditioning for physically active individuals. The nutrition component of the course will include such topics as: micro and macro nutrients, dietary planning (pre/post competition meals/appropriate caloric intake), body composition and behavior management. The conditioning component of the course will include such topics as Christian stewardship of the body, principles of strength training/endurance training/flexibility training, pre-season/in-season/post-season conditioning programs, as well as individualized programs designed for injury prevention. Prerequisites: Minimum grade of C in BIO 233, or permission of the instructor.
ATR 280 Pharmacology for Athletic Training 1
The student will learn pharmacokinetics of varies types of medications most commonly encountered in athletic training clinical practice. This includes but is not limited to anti-inflammatory medications, asthma medication, pain control medicine, corticosteroids, and performance enhancement drugs. This course will serve as a pre-requisite to Medical Aspects of Physical Activity (ATR 425). Prerequisites: Minimum grade of C or above in BIO 233 or permission of the instructor.
ATR 301 Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries 3
This course focuses on immediate care and prevention of common injuries related to individuals completing sport activities, conditioning programs and other physical activity. It serves as an introduction to pathology, signs and symptoms recognition of common injuries, and management procedures common in evaluating and treating injuries incurred through sport and physical activity. Clinical applications of basic injury prevention strategies are emphasized as well as the application of clinically relevant anatomy. Special attention is given to specific “Statements” by the National Athletic Trainer’s Association. Prerequisite: Minimum grades of C in ATR 195 and concurrent BIO 233.
ATR 320 Athletic Training Practicum III 2
The focus of this clinical course is to provide the athletic training student a supervised clinical practicum experience. Each student will complete 90-100 clinical hours of specialized clinical education experience for the first semester junior Athletic Training students under the supervision of an Approved Clinical Instructor. Students will not obtain more than 20 hours per week. This clinical experience focuses on training, injury recognition/evaluation, and rehabilitation of the upper extremity, and how that differs with a variety of sports and physical activities and covers clinical integration proficiencies associated with ATR 375, ATR 372 and EXSC 352. The course includes limited classroom lecture, practical applications and educational competency and clinical proficiency completion for the purpose of review and assessment. The didactic component of this course evaluates educational competencies from ATR275, ATR 371, BIO 234 and EXSC 351. Prerequisite: Minimum grade of C in ATR 221.
ATR 321 Athletic Training Practicum IV 2
The focus of this clinical course is to provide the athletic training student a supervised clinical practicum experience. Each student will complete 90-100 clinical hours of specialized clinical education experience for the second semester junior Athletic Training students under the supervision of an Approved Clinical Instructor. Students will not obtain more than 20 hours per week. This clinical experience focuses on the use of therapeutic exercise and rehabilitation techniques and general medical aspects of illnesses and conditions common in sports and physical activity. Clinical integration proficiencies covered are associated with ATR 370, and ATR 425. The course includes limited classroom lecture, practical applications and educational competency and clinical proficiency completion for the purpose of review and assessment. The didactic component of this course evaluates educational competencies from ATR 372, ATR 375, and EXSC 352. Prerequisite: Minimum grade of C in ATR 320.
ATR 370 Therapeutic Exercise 4
This course will focus on therapeutic exercise and rehabilitation of orthopedic disease and injury. Lecture, discussions, and practical lab sessions will focus on exercise and rehabilitation techniques prescribed for the extremities, trunk/thorax and head and neck. Theories and practices of therapeutic exercise techniques are integrated with kinetic chain theory. This course is required for all Athletic Training Students. Prerequisite: Minimum grade of C in Bio 233.
ATR 371 Lower Extremity Evaluation 3
This course will provide theories and techniques focusing on pathology to the lower extremities. The student is instructed in theory and skills related to prevention, recognition, evaluation, treatment, and referral of lower extremity athletic injuries and illnesses. Evidence-based medicine topics pertaining to diagnosis will be introduced and discussed relative to lower extremity evaluation. Skill mastery is obtained through practice, evaluation-feedback, and testing during lecture and lab activities. Prerequisite: Minimum grade of C in BIO 233, ATR 301.
ATR 372 Upper Extremity Evaluation 3
This course will provide theories and techniques focusing on pathology to the upper extremities. The student is instructed in theory and skills related to prevention, recognition, evaluation, treatment, and referral of upper extremity athletic injuries and illnesses. Evidence-based medicine topics pertaining to diagnosis will be introduced and discussed relative to upper extremity evaluation. Skill mastery is obtained through practice, evaluation-feedback, and testing during lecture and lab activities. Prerequisite: Minimum grade of C in BIO 233, ATR 301.
ATR 375 Therapeutic Modalities 4
The course is an overview of the physical, chemical, and mechanical modalities utilized in treating injuries and illnesses. Topics will include the components, function, indications and contraindications, and physiological responses of each modality. Concepts include selection of appropriate modality per condition, protocol for use, and ramifications of improper use. This course is required for Athletic Training Students. Prerequisite: Minimum grade of C in Bio 233.
ATR 420 Athletic Training Practicum V 2
The focus of this clinical course is to provide the athletic training student a supervised clinical practicum experience. Each student will complete 90-100 clinical hours of specialized clinical education experience for the first semester senior Athletic Training Students under the supervision of an Approved Clinical Instructor. Students will not obtain more than 20 hours per week. This clinical experience focuses on professional preparation, which includes increased administrative responsibilities and supervised autonomy. Included are protocols and safety issues as they relate to sports requiring specialized protective athletic equipment. Clinical integration proficiencies will focus on topics presented in ATR 475. The course includes limited classroom lecture, practical applications and educational competency and clinical proficiency completion for the purpose of review and assessment. The didactic component of this course evaluates educational competencies from ATR 370, ATR 360 and ATR 425. Prerequisite: Minimum grade of C in ATR 321.
ATR 421 Athletic Training Practicum VI 1
The focus of this clinical course is to provide the athletic training student a supervised clinical practicum experience. Each student will complete 50 hours of specialized clinical education experience for the second semester senior Athletic Training students under the supervision of an Approved Clinical Instructor. Students will not obtain more than 20 hours per week. This clinical experience focuses on professional preparation, which includes increased administrative responsibilities and supervised autonomy. Students will review clinical integration proficiencies from previous practicum courses in order to prepare for the Board of Certification Exam. This course will continue to encourage increased administrative responsibilities and supervised autonomy of the ATS at the clinical site. Each student will construct and present a professional case study of publication quality. The course includes limited classroom lecture, practical applications and educational competency and clinical proficiency completion for the purpose of review and assessment. The didactic component of this course evaluates educational competencies from ATR 370, ATR 360 and ATR 425. Prerequisite: Minimum grade of C in ATR 420.
ATR 425 Medical Aspects of Physical Activity 3
This course instructs athletic training students in medical conditions pertinent to the field of athletic training. The areas covered incorporate pathophysiology, (including congenital and acquired abnormalities, physical disabilities, and diseases), therapies, pharmacology, physical examination, and psychosocial aspects of the patient-provider relationship. These areas will be explored through a systems approach: nervous, pulmonary, integumentary, endocrine, cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, renal, and genitourinary. Prerequisite: Minimum grade of C in BIO 234.
ATR 450 Senior Seminar 3
This course serves as the culminating senior experience for the ATEP and as preparation for the professional world of athletic training. The students will engage in current issues facing the athletic training profession by investigating local, regional and national topics involving the National Athletic Trainers’ Association, the Eastern Athletic Trainers’ Association and the Pennsylvania Athletic Trainers’ Society. Students will also focus on preparation for the Board of Certification examination. This is an intensive writing course. Each student will construct and present a professional case study of publication quality. Prerequisites: Senior status within the ATEP.
ATR 475 Pathology and Differential Diagnoses in Athletic Training 3
This course allows the athletic training student to perform evaluations and investigate cases that do not fit all components of a medical diagnosis. The students will diagram signs and symptoms of injuries and develop a differential diagnosis. Physicians are an integral component of this course as they share their expertise. Prerequisites: Minimum grade of C in ATR 371, ATR 372 and ATR 425.
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS FOR EXERCISE SCIENCE
EXSC 140 Concepts of Fitness 2
This course is foundational in the preparation of individuals as fitness professionals. It provides the fundamental theories, paradigms, and history necessary for a basic and complete understanding of fitness as a profession and a lifestyle. Concepts related to physical, mental and social fitness will be explored. Practical participation in fitness activities reinforces these concepts.
EXSC 200 Health Promotion 3
This course addresses attitudes and lifestyle behaviors as they influence life-long health. Personal health issues, such as health habits, fitness, nutrition, safety, and emergency measures, heart health, mental health, sexuality, and family living will be addressed. Concepts of preventative medicine, disease prevention, and health education will be considered. Students are introduced to, and practice, different mechanisms for communication: oral presentations, bulletin board presentations, and informational newsletters.
EXSC 201 First Aid 3
This course presents topics of prevention, safety and treatment of illnesses, injuries and accidents in order to provide prompt and efficient action in times of emergency. The course integrates lecture with practical drills to learn techniques of administering CPR, cardioversion, rescue breathing, and emergency treatment for injuries and acute illness. Students earn Red Cross Community CPR and First Aid certification upon successful completion of the course.
EXSC 204 Principles of Coaching Sport 3
The foundational principles and techniques of teaching and coaching sports are presented in this course. Areas such as team selection, psychology of coaching, women in sports, parental involvement, and ethics will be discussed. Embedded in the topics will be presentations and discussions of coaching sport using Christian principles. Not open to first-year students.
EXSC 220 Basic Nutrition Science 3
This course focuses on the basic functions of nutrients, their influence on disease prevention and health promotion, and the specific nutrient requirements throughout the lifecycle. Tools for designing a healthy diet, weight control, nutrition for fitness and sports, and consumer issues will be addressed. Prerequisite: a biology or chemistry course.
EXSC 240 Medical Terminology 3
The objective of this course is foundational fluency in the language of medicine. To that end, it introduces concepts of word construction and basics of medical language organized by organ systems. A case study approach, reinforces previously learned material and builds in its complexity throughout the semester. Instruction and practice in SOAP note construction puts medical terms in a written context commonly used by health care providers. This is a prerequisite course for admission to most physician assistant programs and a suggested elective for any student pursuing a career in health care. Prerequisite: Minimum grades of C in BIO 233 and BIO 234 (or enrolled concurrently).
EXSC 250W Research Methods in Biokinetics 3
This course examines contemporary research methods utilized in exercise science and athletic training. Emphasis is placed upon learning science sufficiently well with the goal of preparing the students for critical consumption of research. It introduces the design and application of research projects measuring cognitive, affective and psychomotor performance in the disciplines of exercise science and athletic training. Statistical procedures and the interpretation of published research are discussed. Prerequisite: Minimum grade of C in six credits of EXSC or ATR courses.
EXSC 310 Aging, Health, and Physical Activity 3
This course is designed to assist the student in developing an understanding of the multifaceted changes which occur with age and an appreciation of how these changes impact future behavior. Emphasis is placed on the evaluation of physical, psychological and social changes which accompany advancing age. The impact of lifestyle factors on the quality of life are examined with special emphasis on the role of physical activity in healthy aging. The social responsibility of Christians to respect and care for older adults is also discussed. Open to Social Work and Psychology majors. Prerequisite: Minimum grade of C in one of these courses: BIO 104, 151, 152, or 233.
EXSC 351 Kinesiology 3
This course involves the study of human movement from anatomical, biomechanical and neuromuscular perspectives. Emphasis is placed on muscles, joints and connective tissues. Students are required to analyze specific motions and or exercises with respect to joint actions, muscle activity and the mechanical principles that apply to the specific skill. Prerequisite: Minimum grade of C in BIO 233.
EXSC 352 Physiology of Exercise 3
Exercise physiology is the study of human work. This course focuses on the body systems, their inter-relationships and adjustments during exercise and stress as a result of training, physical activity, and physical inactivity. Emphasis is on current research findings and what remains to be discovered in humans as moving beings. Prerequisite: Minimum grade of C in BIO 234.
EXSC 353 Exercise Testing and Prescription 3
This course will focus on developing individualized prescriptive exercise programs with regard to physical assessments, fitness test evaluations and individual contraindications. The influence of environmental conditions along with frequency, intensity and duration of physical activity will be studied in order to develop programs to improve or maintain high levels of wellness in normal and high risk populations. Prerequisite: Minimum grade of C in EXSC 352 and EXSC 395.
EXSC 360 Sports Psychology 3
This course focuses on the importance of mental preparation in sport. It studies psychological assessment methods of sport participation and applications that enhance athletic performance. In examining human behavior within the context of competitive sports, special emphasis is placed on integrating Christian faith. Not open to first-year students. Prerequisite: Minimum grade of C in PSY 100.
EXSC 365 Exercise for Special Health Populations 3
This course will study exercise as a therapeutic regimen for the most prevalent diseases in North America. Important interactions between medications and physical activity will be investigated through the exploration of current medical research and evidence-based practices. The synergy of faith and physical activity in the treatment of people with special physical needs and diseases will be explored through personal, spiritual and scientific evidence. Prerequisite: Minimum grade of C in BIO 234 and EXSC 353 (or concurrent).
EXSC 395 Field Assessment Skills and Techniques 3
This comprehensive, interactive course teaches a variety of health and fitness assessments that are utilized in the health care industry. Students will actively participate in the measuring of body composition, blood pressure, flexibility, muscular strength, endurance and aerobic fitness. Prerequisite: Minimum grade of C in EXSC 352.
EXSC 398 Fitness Leadership 2
This course prepares students to promote fitness in a variety of venues and to a range of population groups. Students apply previously learned concepts of health and fitness to the process of leading groups in exercise and presenting educational seminars. Prerequisite: Minimum grade of C in EXSC 140 and EXSC 200.
EXSC 411 Cardiovascular Physiology and Pathophysiology 3
This course is an extensive study of the structure and function of the cardiovascular system, on the biochemical, cellular, and organismal levels, integrated with the etiology of cardiovascular dysfunction. Other areas covered include diagnostic tools of cardiovascular disease, EKG interpretation, and current treatments. Prerequisite: Minimum grade of C in EXSC 352 or concurrent enrollment.
EXSC 416 Metabolic Interactions 3
Advanced concepts of physiological responses and adaptations to exercise are explored in relation to pharmacological intervention, human performance limitations, training effects, and health related benefits. Emphasis is on human bioenergetics, pharmacological interactions and cardiovascular responses to exercise. Prerequisite: Minimum grade of C in EXSC 220 and 352.
EXSC 445 Exercise Science Research 3
This is an advanced elective course that pairs an exercise science faculty member with a student interested in research. The student selects a thesis topic of interest in the field of exercise science, and prepares a comprehensive literature review. Under the direction of the faculty member, the student establishes the method for testing the thesis, collects appropriate data, and analyzing the findings. Analysis and discussion of findings are presented in a poster. This course can only be taken with approval by the chair. Prerequisite: Minimum grade of C in EXSC 352.
EXSC 451 Administration in Exercise Science 3
Principles and philosophies pertinent to the development of organizational policies and administrative practices in the fields of athletics, physical education and exercise science will be covered. Topics include fiscal practices, legal liability, facility development, staff management and case analysis. Prerequisite: Minimum grade of C in six credits of EXSC courses.
EXSC 495 Internship 2-12
Internships are independent field experiences arranged and supervised by a designated Biokinetics faculty member. They offer exercise science students an opportunity to learn the practical aspects of their area of interest in a chosen community setting. The cooperative arrangement involves a pre-determined onsite preceptor who provides direct supervision and instruction. A collaboration of approved internship sites are provided by the department of Biokinetics. Additional sites may be considered upon approval of the Biokinetics faculty member. Application must be made during registration in the semester prior to the intended experience. Objectives are available from Biokinetics faculty and evaluation is made by on-site preceptor(s) and by Biokinetics faculty review of a student prepared portfolio. Prerequisite: Minimum grade of C in EXSC 353 and EXSC 395 or permission of the chair.
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