Ohio University
Graduate Catalog

Recreation and Sport Sciences

The School of Recreation and Sport Sciences offers programs leading to the degrees of Master of Science in Physical Education , Master of Science in Physiology of Exercise , and Master of Sports Administration . Courses are offered in Athletic Training , Physical Education and Sport Sciences , Recreation Studies , and Sports Administration and Facility Management .

Faculty

Athletic Training (RSAT) Courses

518A Instructional Experience (1-5) Prereq: perm.

600 Guided Independent Study (1-2, max 2) Selected areas of study with written report based on research.

610 Orthopedic Assessment (2)
Methods of objective evaluations of effects of neuromuscular impairment injuries and measurement of changes in neuromuscular functioning.
Staff; F; Y.

611 Special Problems (1-6) Individual research and experimentation of professional issues. Identifies pertinent problems and plans effective attack toward potential solution.

620 Therapeutic Exercise: Theory and Application (3)
Advanced techniques in prevention, management, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries.
Staff; W; Y.

625 Therapeutic Modalities: Theory and Application (3)
Advanced techniques in the principles and practical skills of therapeutic modalities.
Staff; Sp; Y.

630 Injury Prevention Techniques in Sports Medicine (3)
In-depth study of evaluating and developing conditioning techniques and programs for prevention of athletic injuries.
Staff; W; Y.

635 Seminar in Sports Medicine Problems (3)
Thorough examination of problems that exist in sports medicine as reviewed by various allied health professions.
Staff; Sp; Y.

650 Practicum (1-5, max 5) Supervised work experience in various aspects of administration and operation of athletic training programs.

651 Medical Aspects (3)
Study of functional and structural changes in tissues and organs caused by athletic injury.
Carin; F; Y.

691 Seminar (4)
Research and investigation in athletic training. Topics and problems suitable for thesis writing, methods of research, writing practice, and critical analysis of outlines for research study.
Staff, F; Y.

Recreation Studies (REC)

518A Instructional Experience (1-5) Prereq: perm. Supervised practice in organizing and teaching activities in college and recreational settings.

518B-Z Special Programs in Recreation (1-15) Courses designed to provide the recreation major or professional unique experiences and instruction in specialized topics. Courses designed as short-term, mini-courses, seminars, or specialized workshops.

560 Understanding Play (4)
Designed to explore meaning, theories, and development of play from infancy through middle childhood.
King; Sp; Y.

600 Guided Independent Study (1-2, max 2) Selected areas of study with written report based on research.

601 Contemporary Issues (4)
Selected problems in recreation programs; research reading, discussion analysis, written reports.
Staff; W; Y.

611 Special Problems (1-6) Individual research and experimentation of professional issues. Identifies pertinent problems and plans effective attack toward potential solution.

649 Administration of Community Recreation (4)
Administration of public recreation services; programs and facilities; fiscal considerations including grant writing; and legal considerations.
Dingle; W, Su; Y.

650 Practicum (1-5, max 5) Supervised work experience in various aspects of administration of intercollegiate and interscholastic athletics.

675 Adventure Programming (3)
Principles and procedures involved in planning, organizing, and conducting various types of outdoor adventure activities in national/state/private facilities.
Dingle; Sp; Y.

691 Seminar (4)
Research and investigation in recreation. Topics and problems suitable for thesis writing; methods of research; writing practice; and critical analysis of outlines for research study.
Staff; F, Su; Y.

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University Publications and the Computer Services Center revised this file ( https://www.ohio.edu/~gcat/95-97/areas/recsport.html ) April 13, 1998.

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