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2015-2016 Undergraduate Bulletin [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

FCS Courses

Department of Counseling, Family and Consumer Sciences, and Kinesiology

Courses

  • KNES 472 - Adapted Physical Education

    3 credit hours
    Content, organization, conduct, and application of activities designed for individuals with permanent or temporary physical limitations. Restricted to Kinesiology majors only, and junior or senior standing. Prerequisite(s): KNES 211 .

  • KNES 473 - Human Nutrition and Metabolism I

    3 credit hours
    FCS 473 is the first of a two-semester sequence of courses that addresses the integration of physiological, biochemical, and chemical principles in an in depth study of human nutrition and intermediary metabolism of carbohydrates, fats, proteins, and nucleic acids. Prerequisite(s): BIO 341  and 342 .

  • KNES 474 - Human Nutrition and Metabolism II

    3 credit hours
    FCS 474   is the second of a two-semester sequence of courses that addresses the integration of physiological, biochemical, and chemical principles in an in-depth study of human nutrition and intermediary metabolism of vitamins and minerals. In addition, this course focuses on advanced concepts related to fluid and electrolyte balance and the interrelationships between the regulation of macronutrient metabolism and energy balance in both health and disease. Prerequisite(s): BIO 341  and 342  and KNES 473  with a minimum grade of C, and KNES 380 .

  • KNES 477 - Quantity Foods

    3 credit hours
    Planning, procuring, storing, producing, and serving foods for families and commercial production. Emphasis is placed on nutritional needs, culture, socioeconomic levels, safety, sanitation, and management. Prerequisite(s): FCS /KNES 170 .

  • KNES 480 - Workshop in Health, Safety, and Physical Activity for the Elementary School Teacher

    1 credit hour
    The course explores health, safety, and physical activity concepts and skill-development strategies that are appropriate for the K-6 classroom. Prerequisite(s): ED 410 .

  • KNES 482 - Organization and Administration of Physical Education

    2 credit hours
    Problems and issues involved in the organization and administration of physical-education programs in elementary and secondary schools. Kinesiology majors only.

  • KNES 483 - Nutrition Care Process I

    3 credit hours
    Foundations of client interviewing and counseling, methods of education, health behavior concepts, nutrition assessment, documentation techniques, medical terminology, weight management, eating disorders, fluid and electrolyte balance, diabetes, and tube feeding. Prerequisite(s): BIO 341  and 342 .

  • KNES 484 - Nutrition Care Process II

    3 credit hours
    Application of clinical nutrition foundations to disease systems; case-study approach to medical nutrition therapy. Prerequisite(s): KNES 482 .

  • KNES 485 - Life Cycle and Community Nutrition

    3 credit hours
    Human nutrition needs from conception through old age; emphasis on nutrition services and resources available in a community for individuals of all ages. Prerequisite(s): FCS 281  or equivalent.

  • KNES 489 - Methods of Teaching Physical Education in the Elementary School

    3 credit hours
    Emphasis on planning, organization, and management strategies, as well as instructional strategies. Course is field-based for 10 weeks at an elementary school. Admission to the TEP required.

  • KNES 490 - Health Promotion Internship

    3-12 credit hours
    Fall and Spring Semesters and Summer Sessions. Consent of instructor required.

  • KNES 493 - Practicum in Nutrition and Wellness

    3 credit hours
    Application of nutrition and wellness foundations to the professional practice setting through the pre-internship practicum. Emphasis on the steps of the nutrition care process. Prerequisite/Co-requisite(s): FCS 484 .

  • KNES 494 - Exercise and Wellness for Senior Adults

    3 credit hours
    This course is designed to provide Health Promotion majors with the knowledge and skills to develop and implement appropriate exercise and wellness programs for senior adults. The students will develop knowledge related to the physical, mental, psychological, and social factors that influence the exercise and wellness habits of senior adults. In addition, the students will gain valuable experience in working with senior adults through field experiences in a variety of settings. Junior or senior standing required. Prerequisite(s): KNES 211 .

  • KNES 495 - Directed Reading and Independent Study

    1-3 credit hours
    This course can be repeated two times for up to 6 hours credit with Program Coordinator approval. Consent of instructor required.

  • KNES 496 - Strength and Conditioning

    3 credit hours
    This course will provide Health Promotion students with an in-depth study of the latest strength training and conditioning techniques endorsed by the National Strength and Conditioning Association. The course will include the study of current research related to strength and conditioning and will focus on scientific principles, concepts, and strength training and conditioning techniques. In addition, the course will prepare Health Promotion students to develop safe, effective, and appropriate strength training and conditioning programs for clients in the world of practice. This course will be linked to a strength and conditioning certification, which the students can earn by applying for the certification test, paying for the certification test, and passing the test.  Junior or senior standing required. Prerequisite(s): BIO 342 .

  • KNES 497 - Pharmacology

    3 credit hours
    This course will provide the Health Promotion candidate with an in-depth study of the effects of commonly prescribed medications on exercise performance. The interaction of medications and nutritional choices will also be studied. This course will provide valuable and potentially lifesaving information for the Health Promotion candidate who is working with clients in fitness and/or exercise settings, including personal training, physical therapy, and recreational settings. Junior or senior standing required. Prerequisite(s): BIO 342 .

  • KNES 498 - Sports/Fitness Management

    3 credit hours
    Course will provide the general knowledge and basic managerial skills needed in implementing/directing a multi-faceted fitness program. Health-promotion majors only.

  • KNES 499 - Health-Fitness Program Design

    3 credit hours
    Making appropriate decisions in the world of practice; assessment of health-fitness; application of science of physical training to appropriate program design; leadership of variety of exercise sessions serving different skill levels.
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