Health and Sport Sciences (HSS)
Subject-area course lists indicate courses currently active for offering at the University of Louisville. Not all courses are scheduled in any given academic term. For class offerings in a specific semester, refer to the Schedule of Classes.
500-level courses generally are included in both the undergraduate- and graduate-level course listings; however, specific course/section offerings may vary between semesters. Students are responsible for ensuring that they enroll in courses that are applicable to their particular academic programs.
Course Fees
Some courses may carry fees beyond the standard tuition costs to cover additional support or materials. Program-, subject- and course-specific fee information can be found on the Office of the Bursar website.
HSS 101. Beginning Swimming1 Unit
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Fee: An additional $50.00 is charged for this course.
Description: Focuses on basic skills for swimming and water safety. Intended to encourage current and future physical activity and provide insight into the benefits of cardiovascular activity.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 102. Advanced Swimming1 Unit
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Fee: An additional $50.00 is charged for this course.
Description: This course, fundamentals and skills will be reviewed. Advanced swimming concepts will be taught to further participation in swimming.
Note: Enrollment is contingent upon passing a swimming competency test.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 103. Life Saving1 Unit
Prerequisite(s): HSS 102 or equivalent or Red Cross Junior Life Saving Certificate.
Fee: An additional $50.00 is charged for this course.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 104. Scuba1 Unit
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Prerequisite(s): HSS 101.
Fee: An additional $50.00 is charged for this course.
Description: This course is designed for students who have basic swimming skills and desire to learn the basic principles of underwater scuba diving. Upon successful completion of the course, the student will be prepared to take the Open Water Diving Certification.
Note: The open water dives are not included in the scope of the course.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 108. Water Fitness1 Unit
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Fee: An additional $50.00 is charged for this course.
Description: An activity class designed to enhance aerobic fitness, performed in water without submersion of the head. Information relating to health and fitness will be distributed throughout the semester.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 109. Weight Training1 Unit
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Fee: An additional $50.00 is charged for this course.
Description: Introduces students to resistance training, with an emphasis on proper form and technique development. Individuals will learn to develop a safe and efficient weight training program.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 110. Physical Fitness and Conditioning1 Unit
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Fee: An additional $50.00 is charged for this course.
Description: Introduces students to the components of fitness: cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength and endurance, flexibility and body composition.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 111. Aerobic Fitness1 Unit
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Fee: An additional $50.00 is charged for this course.
Description: An exercise/fitness program, done to music, based on weight training, aerobic activity and flexibility.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 112. Mini-Marathon Training1 Unit
Term Typically Offered: Spring Only
Fee: An additional $50.00 is charged for this course.
Description: This course is designed for students who are novice runners and desire to learn the basic training principles and the physiology of long distance running.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 114. Fitness Walking1 Unit
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Fee: An additional $50.00 is charged for this course.
Description: Promotion of cardiovascular fitness through a walking program. Students can begin as any level of fitness and progress on an individual basis toward improvement.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 115. Step Aerobics1 Unit
Term Typically Offered: Occasionally Offered
Fee: An additional $50.00 is charged for this course.
Description: Introduction to the step techniques used to develop cardiovascular fitness, muscular endurance, and flexibility.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 116. Introduction to Yoga1 Unit
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Fee: An additional $50.00 is charged for this course.
Description: This course is designed to introduce the foundation poses of Yoga, the basics of healthy posture, simple breathing techniques, and progressive deep relaxation skills.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 117. Intermediate Yoga1 Unit
Prerequisite(s): HSS 116 or consent of instructor.
Fee: An additional $50.00 is charged for this course.
Description: This course is designed to review foundation poses of Yoga and to introduce intermediate level poses.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 118. Beginning Martial Arts1 Unit
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Fee: An additional $50.00 is charged for this course.
Description: Beginning judo, karate, tae-kwan-do, tai-chi, as indicated.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 119. Intermediate Martial Arts1 Unit
Fee: An additional $50.00 is charged for this course.
Description: Intermediate judo, karate, tae-kwan-do, tai-chi, as indicated.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 120. Beginning Racquetball1 Unit
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Fee: An additional $50.00 is charged for this course.
Description: Provides students with the basic racquetball rules, strategies and basic racquetball skills and techniques to enjoy playing the game at an introductory level.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 121. Billiards and Table Games1 Unit
Fee: An additional $50.00 is charged for this course.
Description: This course covers fundamental strokes, techniques, strategies, and rules of billiards and table games.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 122. Badminton1 Unit
Term Typically Offered: Occasionally Offered
Fee: An additional $50.00 is charged for this course.
Description: Designed to familiarize students with skills, practices, techniques, rules, and theory of badminton.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 123. Tennis1 Unit
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Fee: An additional $50.00 is charged for this course.
Description: Designed to familiarize students with skills, practices, techniques, and theory of tennis.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 124. Advanced Tennis1 Unit
Prerequisite(s): HSS 123 or equivalent.
Fee: An additional $50.00 is charged for this course.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 125. Golf1 Unit
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Fee: An additional $50.00 is charged for this course.
Description: Instruction for acquiring the basic knowledge and skills for golf. The course will focus on grip, stance, swing, and other primary skill components of the game.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 126. Tumbling and Apparatus1 Unit
Fee: An additional $50.00 is charged for this course.
Description: Teaches fundamental skills of tumbling and the use of apparatus.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 127. Beginning Fencing1 Unit
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Fee: An additional $50.00 is charged for this course.
Description: Teaches fundamental skills, techniques, tactics, and basic rules necessary to participate in fencing activities at the novice level.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 128. Pickleball1 Unit
Fee: An additional $50.00 is charged for this course.
Description: The purpose of this course is to learn the proper strokes and strategy of Pickleball. This game combines tennis and badminton skills.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 132. Canoeing1 Unit
Prerequisite(s): HSS 102 or equivalent.
Fee: An additional $50.00 is charged for this course.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 133. Backpacking and Hiking1 Unit
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Fee: An additional $50.00 is charged for this course.
Description: Provides the knowledge of the physical activity and recreational components involved in backpacking and hiking. Emphasis is placed on planning, equipment, clothing, environmental impact and safety.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 134. Rappelling1 Unit
Fee: An additional $50.00 is charged for this course.
Description: This course is designed to teach students the skills of rappelling. Emphasis will be placed on knots, seats, and safety. The majority of the class will be taught from a rappelling tower.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 136. Soccer1 Unit
Term Typically Offered: Spring Only
Fee: An additional $50.00 is charged for this course.
Description: Development of fundamental skills necessary to skillfully play the team sport of soccer.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 137. Volleyball1 Unit
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Fee: An additional $50.00 is charged for this course.
Description: Focuses on learning and developing basic volleyball skills such as passing, serving, attacking, and playing defense. Additionally, team concepts, strategies, sport history, rules and terminology, and sportsmanship are also covered.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 138. Basketball1 Unit
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Fee: An additional $50.00 is charged for this course.
Description: Focuses on learning and developing basic basketball skills such as dribbling, shooting, passing, and playing defense. Additionally, team concepts, strategies, sport history, rules, terminology, and sportsmanship will be covered.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 140. Softball1 Unit
Term Typically Offered: Occasionally Offered
Fee: An additional $50.00 is charged for this course.
Description: Focuses on learning and developing softball skills such as throwing, pitching, hitting, catching, and fielding. Additionally, team concepts, strategies, sport history, rules, and terminology, and sportsmanship are also covered.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 144. Physical Activity for the Older Adult1 Unit
Fee: An additional $50.00 is charged for this course.
Description: Exercise program for the older adult.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 145. Activity for the Physically Challenged1 Unit
Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.
Fee: An additional $50.00 is charged for this course.
Description: This course is designed for the University disabled student. An individual program is established based on the needs of the student.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 150. Special Topics: Physical Education Activities1 Unit
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Fee: An additional $50.00 is charged for this course.
Description: Classes announced in Schedule of Courses.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 160. Beginning Aerobic Dance1 Unit
Fee: An additional $50.00 is charged for this course.
Description: Develops cardiovascular fitness through the medium of dance.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 161. Intermediate Aerobic Dance1 Unit
Prerequisite(s): HSS 160 or equivalent.
Fee: An additional $50.00 is charged for this course.
Description: Teaches techniques of intermediate aerobic dance.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 162. Beginning Modern Dance1 Unit
Term Typically Offered: Occasionally Offered
Fee: An additional $50.00 is charged for this course.
Description: Teaches techniques of creative dance to include movement sequences leading to individual and group dances for initial composition.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 163. Intermediate Modern Dance1 Unit
Prerequisite(s): HSS 162 or faculty consent.
Fee: An additional $50.00 is charged for this course.
Description: Teaches techniques of intermediate modern dance.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 164. Beginning Country Western Dance1 Unit
Fee: An additional $50.00 is charged for this course.
Description: Course is designed to teach the basic steps of two-steps, waltz, East-Coast swing, and a variety of line dances. Additional emphasis is on terminology and history.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 165. Ballroom Dance1 Unit
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Fee: An additional $50.00 is charged for this course.
Description: This course is designed to teach students the basic ballroom dance steps including the foxtrot, waltz, cha-cha, East-West swing and others. Dance terminology and history of ballroom dance will be covered.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 166. African Dance1 Unit
Term Typically Offered: Occasionally Offered
Fee: An additional $50.00 is charged for this course.
Description: This course is designed to teach students various West African dances, emphasizing movement, improvisation and individual expression.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 167. Country Line Dance1 Unit
Fee: An additional $50.00 is charged for this course.
Description: This course is designed to teach students the basic steps to Country Western line dances and become familiar with the basic terminology and appropriate music selections for each dance.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 180. First Aid and Safety Education3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Description: Safety procedures and first aid measures; lecture and demonstration with skill training in all procedures.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 181. First-Year Experience1 Unit
Term Typically Offered: Fall Only
Description: An introduction to the University of Louisville and the College of Education and Human Development. The course focuses on individual student success, as well as students' personal and academic development as they navigate their first year of college. The course helps students clarify purpose and meaning through exploration of their individual skills, and interests; students are also introduced to potential career paths in their major of interest.
Note: Cross-listed with EDTP 101.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 184. Healthy Lifestyles I3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Description: This class is an exploration of the relationship of human characteristics and behaviors to wellness; specifically, the biological, psychological, and sociological factors that influence and promote healthy lifestyles and wellness.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 190. Exploration of Working with Collegiate Student-Athletes3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Description: This course will explore the various career options that work directly with collegiate student-athletes, specifically at a Division I institution, and will provide tools and strategies for working with this population.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 200. Introduction to Health Education3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Description: An introduction to the historical, philosophical, and biopsychosocial foundations of health education and prevention science.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 201. Introduction to Prevention Science3 Units
Description: The foundations of school health and public health education as a profession, a discipline, and an occupation.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 202. Human Anatomy & Physiology - S3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Description: Introduction to structure and function of human body. Covers basic concepts related to anatomical terminology, cells, tissues, integument, skeletal, muscular, nervous, and endocrine systems. Interrelationships of organ systems are emphasized.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 225. Skill Acquisition & Analysis3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Spring Only
Description: The purpose of this course is to provide learning experiences that will lead to the development of teaching skills in both the individual and team sports. In addition to skill acquisition, the course will focus on how to plan and implement skill development in individual and team sports for students in grades 5-12.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 251. Officiating2 Units
Term Typically Offered: Spring Only
Description: Classroom and laboratory experiences in the ethics of sports officiating; the mastery, interpretation, and application of sports rules.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 252. Coaching of Aquatics2 Units
Prerequisite(s): Senior life saving.
Description: Basic techniques in various events. Knowledge of personnel, training procedures, facilities, equipment, and management.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 253. Fundamentals of Baseball Coaching2 Units
Term Typically Offered: Fall Only
Description: The techniques of position play, offensive and defensive team play, strategy, rules, scoring, facilities, equipment, and management.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 254. Track and Field Coaching2 Units
Description: Basic techniques in various events; knowledge of personnel, training procedures, facilities, equipment, and management.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 255. Fundamentals of Football Coaching2 Units
Description: Fundamentals of individual play, offensive and defensive team play, rules, program organization, training methods, and management.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 256. Fundamentals of Basketball Coaching2 Units
Term Typically Offered: Spring Only
Description: Fundamentals of individual play. Offensive and defensive team play, organization, training methods.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 257. Fundamentals of Soccer Coaching2 Units
Term Typically Offered: Spring Only
Description: Theoretical study of Soccer from a coaching standpoint; fundamental individual and team play; methods of teaching fundamental skills associated with the sport and team organization.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 258. Fundamentals of Softball Coaching2 Units
Term Typically Offered: Fall Only
Description: Theoretical study of Softball from a coaching standpoint; fundamental individual and team play; methods of teaching fundamental skills associated with the sport and team organization.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 261. Fundamentals of Coaching Volleyball2 Units
Term Typically Offered: Spring Only
Description: Theoretical study of Volleyball from a coaching standpoint; fundamental individual and team play; methods of teaching fundamental skills associated with the sport and team organization.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 263. Environmental Biology3 Units
Description: A study of the biological principles of environmental effects on living organisms; emphasis on ecological relationships of man, including resource exploitation, pollution, environmental degradation, and human behavior.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 270. Introduction to Physical Education3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Description: This class focuses on the history, aims, objectives, and principles of physical education to their application to present-day educational programs.
Course Attribute(s): CBL - This course includes Community-Based Learning (CBL). Students will engage in a community experience or project with an external partner in order to enhance understanding and application of academic content.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 271. Teaching Physical Education3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Fall Only
Description: This course focuses on foundations of teaching and classroom management strategies, observational techniques and tools, instructional design, and teacher reflection for working with diverse learners.
Course Attribute(s): CBL - This course includes Community-Based Learning (CBL). Students will engage in a community experience or project with an external partner in order to enhance understanding and application of academic content.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 274. Physical Education and Health for Elementary Teachers3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Description: Physical education and health practices, activities, and basic approaches for the elementary classroom teacher.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 275. Elementary School Physical Education Laboratory1 Unit
Prerequisite(s): HSS 274 (or concurrent).
Description: Experiences in an elementary school situation related to HSS 274.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 293. Social and Psychological Dimensions of Physical Activity - SB3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Description: Emphasis on socialization and cultural diversity as these affect physical education. Examination of psychological factors that influence learning and enhance the effects of participation.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 300. The Theory and Art of Movement2 Units
Description: Basic movements and the elements in them, observation of, and appreciation for, skilled movement; application of principles of movement.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 301. HSS 301 3 Units
Grading Basis: Credit/No Credit
Description: Theoretical study of motivation in sport and athletics, including the strategies and tactics teachers and coaches, utilize to provide sport participants with genuine and impactful experiences.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 302. Nutrition in Healthy Living3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Prerequisite(s): Restricted to HSS students only.
Description: Introduction to nutritional needs from prenatal to elderly. Issues relevant to diet and popular topics in nutrition.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 303. Human Nutrition3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 101, CHEM 201, or CHEM 105.
Description: Principles of nutrition and the importance of food for physical and social needs.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 304. HSS 304 3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Description: The purpose of this course is to provide a basic overview of key concepts in the coaching profession. Content will discuss sports coaching at various levels. The primary goal of the course is to develop and enhance students' knowledge and understanding of concepts and techniques of coaching and their application to working with athletes.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 310. Healthy Lifestyles II3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Description: A community based approach to addressing health issues facing Americans in the 21st century.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 318. Diverse Populations in Physical Activity and Health3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Description: The study of social and cultural systems of diverse groups, related to physical activity and health.
Course Attribute(s): CBL - This course includes Community-Based Learning (CBL). Students will engage in a community experience or project with an external partner in order to enhance understanding and application of academic content.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 319. Adapted Physical Education3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Fall Only
Description: Adapted physical education in an academic and practical approach to teach P-12 physical education students with disabilities in school settings during physical education classes and after school programs.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 320. Growth and Motor Development Across the Lifespan3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Description: Provides the student with a knowledge base in the study of growth and motor behavior across the life-span for individuals with and without disabilities.
Course Attribute(s): CBL - This course includes Community-Based Learning (CBL). Students will engage in a community experience or project with an external partner in order to enhance understanding and application of academic content.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 326. Movement Skills and Concepts in Physical Education3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Spring Only
Description: The course develops content knowledge in foundational skills fundamental movement skills and concepts, rhythmic activities, gymnastics, lead-up/modified games, and fitness.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 327. Invasion and Net Games3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Spring Only
Description: Development and analysis of invasion and net game skills used to the respective sports.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 328. Target and Fielding Games3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Spring Only
Description: Development and analysis of target game and fielding game skills used in the respective sports.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 350. Culinary Nutrition3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Occasionally Offered
Description: Principles of healthy cooking techniques and hands-on experience to create flavorful and appealing nutrient dense foods. The focus is on using herbs and spices to enhance the taste and nutritional value of food.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 359. Fundamentals of Camping and Outdoor Recreation3 Units
Prerequisite(s): HSS 201 or consent of instructor.
Description: Development of camping and outdoor recreation skills and knowledge including backpacking, canoeing, car camping, etc. Certification through American Camping Association.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 364. Women's Health Issues - SB, D13 Units
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Description: This course will identify a broad range of health issues that can be unique to women or of special importance to women throughout the world. The course will examine the roles women play as both providers and consumers of health care nationally and internationally.
Note: Cross-listed with WGST 364.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 374. Elementary Physical Education Methods3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Spring Only
Prerequisite(s): HSS 326.
Corequisite(s): HSS 493.
Description: An elementary physical education methods course that provides in-depth analysis of basic, rhythmic movements, fundamental motor and manipulative skills, and physical fitness activities at the elementary grade level. Students will learn age appropriate strategies for instruction in elementary physical education.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 377. Introduction to Statistics in Health and Human Performance - QR3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Prerequisite(s): ACT Score of 19 or above or equivalent.
Description: Theory and practice of measurement; administration of tests and interpretation of their results by fundamental statistical procedures.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 380. Medicinals: Their Use and Misuses3 Units
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing.
Description: A study of the mechanisms by which drugs influence living systems, with emphasis on heavy metals, birth control drugs, pesticides, noxious gases, natural poisons, various nonprescription drugs, and the use and abuse of drugs affecting the central nervous system.
Note: Nursing students may not register for credit without consent of the instructor.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 381. Anatomy and Physiology Lab I1 Unit
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Prerequisite(s): HSS 202 or BIOL 260; HSS 386 or BIOL 261 (or concurrent).
Fee: An additional $95.00 is charged for this course.
Description: This course will introduce the fundamental structures of the human body and physiological mechanisms involved in normal functioning, disease, and exercise through lectures and student participation activities. There will be a strong emphasis on the connection between structures and function, usually in the healthy individual but with some exploration of abnormalities found in disease states. This course specifically focuses on the histology, physiology, and anatomical characteristics of the muscular, skeletal, cardiovascular, and respiratory systems.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 382. Wellness Coaching3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Prerequisite(s): HSS 184 or instructor consent.
Description: This course is designed to provide a hands-on wellness coaching opportunity for university students. Students will practice wellness coaching techniques with their peers in class, under direct supervision of their instructor.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 383. Public Health Principles and Practices3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Fall Only
Description: Philosophy of public health; the structure, personnel, and programs of public health agencies.
Note: Offered as needed.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 384. Teaching Health Education3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Fall Only
Description: The effective design, implementation and evaluation of health instruction within the school and community setting; emphasis on the development of sequential learning opportunities.
Course Attribute(s): CBL - This course includes Community-Based Learning (CBL). Students will engage in a community experience or project with an external partner in order to enhance understanding and application of academic content.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 385. Teaching Health Education3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Prerequisite(s): HSS 384 or permission of instructor.
Description: Selecting methods, resources and media for implementing health program plans for diverse learners. Focus on strategies for Coordinated School Health and community based programs.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 386. Advanced Anatomy and Physiology I3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Prerequisite(s): HSS 202 or BIOL 260.
Description: The course will introduce the fundamental structure of the human body and the physiological mechanisms involved in normal functioning and during exercise through lecture and student participation activities. This course specifically focuses on the histology, skeletal, muscular, cardiovascular, lymphatic, and respiratory systems.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 387. Biomechanics3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Prerequisite(s): HSS 202 or BIOL 260.
Fee: An additional $40.00 is charged for this course.
Description: The anatomical and physiological analysis of human motion emphasized for the purpose of promoting normal development and improvement of performance. Mechanical physics principles will be discussed as they are related to the structure and function of the human body as it moves. Students will learn anatomy and structure of the neuromuscular system and be able to observe and describe human movement.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 388. Principles of Athletic Conditioning3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Prerequisite(s): HSS 387.
Fee: An additional $40.00 is charged for this course.
Description: Restricted to students admitted to the School of Education. Practical application of physiological theory in order to write activity prescription for athletic conditioning.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 389. Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries I3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Prerequisite(s): HSS 387.
Description: Restricted to students admitted to the College of Education and Human Development. Course stresses importance of prevention of injuries by conditioning and material aids and offers supervised training in caring of injuries.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 390. Advanced Anatomy and Physiology II3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Prerequisite(s): HSS 202 or BIOL 260; HSS 386 or BIOL 261.
Description: The course will introduce the fundamental structure of the human body and the physiological mechanisms involved in normal functioning through lecture and student participation activities. This course specifically focuses on the nervous, endocrine, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 391. Anatomy and Physiology Lab II1 Unit
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Prerequisite(s): HSS 202 or BIOL 260; HSS 386 or BIOL 261; HSS 381 or BIOL 262; HSS 390 (or concurrent).
Fee: An additional $95.00 is charged for this course.
Description: This course will introduce the fundamental structures of the human body and physiological mechanisms involved in normal functioning, disease, and exercise through lectures and student participation activities. There will be a strong emphasis on the connection between structures and function, usually in the healthy individual but with some exploration of abnormalities found in disease states. This course specifically focuses on the histology, physiology, and anatomical characteristics of the muscular, skeletal, cardiovascular, and respiratory systems. Students will also be introduced to the embryological origin and development of key structures and body systems.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 392. Principles of Sport and Exercise Psychology3 Units
Description: Examination of psychological factors influencing participation in physical activity and performance of motor skills. Consideration of practices to enhance the psychological effects of participation.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 393. Medical Terminology3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing.
Description: This course will familiarize students with the basics of vocabulary used in the medical and health professions. Students will gain an understanding of basic elements, rules of building and analyzing medical words, and medical terms associated with the body as a whole.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 394. Foundations of Exercise Physiology3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Prerequisite(s): HSS 202 or BIOL 260.
Description: This course provides an overview of selected topics in exercise physiology and sports medicine with emphasis on practical applications.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 395. Fitness Assessment and Prescription3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Prerequisite(s): HSS 394.
Fee: An additional $40.00 is charged for this course.
Description: Restricted to students admitted to the College of Education and Human Development. Theoretical overview of competencies necessary for Health Fitness Certification through the American College of Sports Medicine and Certified Personal Trainer credential through the National Strength and Conditioning Association including functional anatomy and biomechanics, exercise leadership, exercise programming, health appraisal and program administration.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 396. Lab Methods in Fitness Evaluation3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Prerequisite(s): HSS 394.
Fee: An additional $95.00 is charged for this course.
Description: Restricted to students admitted to the College of Education and Human Development. This course will provide hands-on experience with fitness and performance testing. It will cover health risk assessment, anthropometric measurements, and measurements of strength, flexibility, aerobic fitness, anaerobic capacity, and body composition. The course will also discuss how to create an appropriate testing battery and fitness testing for special populations. Students will learn to collect appropriate physiological data and be able to interpret it.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 397. Special Topics in Health and Sport Science3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing.
Description: Examination of well-defined topics not studied in regular undergraduate courses. Topics will be announced in Schedule of Courses.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 401. Internship in Coaching2 Units
Grading Basis: Pass/Fail
Prerequisite(s): HSS 304.
Description: This course is designed to provide students with experiential learning within professional careers associated with coaching. The course is designed to prepare the student for an internship or full-time employment within the fields relevant to coaching.
Note: To be taken within the last 9 hours of minor coursework.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 402. Practicum in Health and Human Performance1 Unit
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Prerequisite(s): Admission to HHP major.
Description: The purpose of HSS 402 is to provide HHP majors with opportunities to understand their intended discipline and have a chance to participate in practical applications.
Course Attribute(s): CBL - This course includes Community-Based Learning (CBL). Students will engage in a community experience or project with an external partner in order to enhance understanding and application of academic content.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 404. Methods in Elementary Physical Education4 Units
Term Typically Offered: Fall Only
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Initial Teacher Certification Program.
Description: This course includes the philosophy, objectives, curriculum and methods of teaching physical education to elementary children. This course includes 70+ hours of field experience in elementary physical education in public schools.
Course Attribute(s): CBL - This course includes Community-Based Learning (CBL). Students will engage in a community experience or project with an external partner in order to enhance understanding and application of academic content.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 405. Methods in Secondary Physical Educaiton4 Units
Term Typically Offered: Fall Only
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Initial Teacher Certification Program.
Description: This course includes the philosophy, objectives, curriculum and methods of teaching physical education to secondary students. Must be taken prior to student teaching. This course includes 70+ hours of field experience in secondary (middle or high) physical education in public schools.
Course Attribute(s): CBL - This course includes Community-Based Learning (CBL). Students will engage in a community experience or project with an external partner in order to enhance understanding and application of academic content.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 409. Experiential Outdoor Education Leadership3 Units
Prerequisite(s): Major in HSS or consent of instructor.
Description: This course will develop the necessary skills to lead outdoor-experiential education programs.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 410. Theories of Sport Pedagogy - CUE3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Fall Only
Corequisite(s): HSS 493.
Description: Provides students with the basic effective teaching strategies along with research from which they are based.
Course Attribute(s): CUE - This course fulfills the Culminating Undergraduate Experience (CUE) requirement for certain degree programs. CUE courses are advanced-level courses intended for majors with at least 90 earned credits/senior-level status.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 411. Theory and Analysis of Team Sport Skills3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Fall Only
Prerequisite(s): HSS 320.
Description: Instruction, analysis, and evaluation of team sport skills.
Course Attribute(s): CBL - This course includes Community-Based Learning (CBL). Students will engage in a community experience or project with an external partner in order to enhance understanding and application of academic content.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 412. Theory and Analysis of Individual Sport Skills3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Spring Only
Description: Instruction, analysis, and evaluation of individual sport skills.
Course Attribute(s): CBL - This course includes Community-Based Learning (CBL). Students will engage in a community experience or project with an external partner in order to enhance understanding and application of academic content.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 414. Student Teaching in Elementary Physical Education3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Spring Only
Prerequisite(s): HSS 404, HSS 405, and HSS 485.
Description: This course provides supervised observation, participation and teaching in physical education at the elementary school level (K-5).
Course Attribute(s): CBL - This course includes Community-Based Learning (CBL). Students will engage in a community experience or project with an external partner in order to enhance understanding and application of academic content.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 415. Student Teaching in Health Education3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Spring Only
Prerequisite(s): HSS 404, HSS 405, and HSS 485.
Description: Five weeks of supervised observation, participation, and teaching health education in middle and high schools.
Note: Must be taken concurrently with HSS 414 and HSS 416.
Course Attribute(s): CBL - This course includes Community-Based Learning (CBL). Students will engage in a community experience or project with an external partner in order to enhance understanding and application of academic content.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 416. Student Teaching in Secondary Physical Education3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Spring Only
Prerequisite(s): HSS 404, HSS 405, and HSS 485.
Description: This course provides supervised observation, participation and teaching in physical education at the secondary school level (middle or high school).
Course Attribute(s): CBL - This course includes Community-Based Learning (CBL). Students will engage in a community experience or project with an external partner in order to enhance understanding and application of academic content.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 430. Epidemiology of Health, Physical Activity and Nutrition3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Spring Only
Description: The course provides an overview of the epidemiology of physical activity and nutrition in relationship to coronary heart disease, stroke, cancer and type II diabetes.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 431. Leadership in Health Promotion - CUE3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Spring Only
Description: Analysis of administrative and organizational factors of health education and promotion from within the program, within the organization, and between organizations. Emphasis will be placed on policy making, administration, and functional issues such as collaboration and consultation at the organizational level.
Note: Cross-listed with HSS 631.
Course Attribute(s): CUE - This course fulfills the Culminating Undergraduate Experience (CUE) requirement for certain degree programs. CUE courses are advanced-level courses intended for majors with at least 90 earned credits/senior-level status.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 432. Biostatistics in Health and Exercise Science3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Fall Only
Prerequisite(s): HSS 377 or permission of instructor.
Description: An introduction to biostatistical methods in health and exercise science.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 434. Public Health Education Methods3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Description: This course is designed to cover strategies and methods for delivering public health education.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 455. Current Trends and Issues in Health Education - CUE3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Spring Only
Description: Examination of current literature, research, and trends in the health education field.
Course Attribute(s): CUE - This course fulfills the Culminating Undergraduate Experience (CUE) requirement for certain degree programs. CUE courses are advanced-level courses intended for majors with at least 90 earned credits/senior-level status.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 460. Human Body in Health and Disease3 Units
Description: Basic structure and function of body cells, tissues, organs, and organ systems; their interrelationship in health and disease. Infectious and degenerative diseases, mental and emotional problems, nutrition, environmental health, health care delivery.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 462. Alcohol and Drug Education3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Fall Only
Description: Study of key components of alcohol and drug education, i.e., self-concept information, coping skills, refusal skills, and decision-making. Alcohol and drug education programs at the national, state, and local level will be reviewed.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 463. Sexuality Education3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Fall Only
Description: Survey of the dynamics of family life and parenting skills. Scope of family life education, methods, source materials and current issues.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 469. Administering Health Promotion and Disease Prevention Programs3 Units
Prerequisite(s): Senior standing.
Description: Special problems in administering health promotion and disease prevention programs in a variety of community organizations. Program planning and organization; financing and budgeting; measuring program effectiveness; integration of programs and strategies with existing healthcare delivery systems.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 477. Capstone Seminar: Initial Teacher Certification - CUE3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Spring Only
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Initial Teacher Certification Program.
Corequisite(s): HSS 414, HSS 415 and HSS 416.
Description: Designed as an analysis of student professionalism and reflective teaching skills, and understanding the learner with the instructional context.
Course Attribute(s): CUE - This course fulfills the Culminating Undergraduate Experience (CUE) requirement for certain degree programs. CUE courses are advanced-level courses intended for majors with at least 90 earned credits/senior-level status.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 485. Methods in Health Education4 Units
Term Typically Offered: Fall Only
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Initial Teacher Certification Program.
Description: This course covers planning, instructional strategies, implementation and assessment of health education related to practical living at the middle and high school levels. This course includes 70+ hours of field experience in secondary (middle or high) physical education in public schools.
Course Attribute(s): CBL - This course includes Community-Based Learning (CBL). Students will engage in a community experience or project with an external partner in order to enhance understanding and application of academic content.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 486. Advanced Exercise Physiology - CUE3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Prerequisite(s): HSS 394, HSS 387.
Description: Restricted to students admitted to the College of Education and Human Development. This course provides knowledge about exercise physiology through a uniform and physiology-based curriculum.
Course Attribute(s): CUE - This course fulfills the Culminating Undergraduate Experience (CUE) requirement for certain degree programs. CUE courses are advanced-level courses intended for majors with at least 90 earned credits/senior-level status.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 492. Exercise Science Internship1-3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Prerequisite(s): HSS 402; HHP - Exercise Science Major; 90+ hours.
Description: This course involves practical application of the exercise science knowledge and skills through community engagement. The internship is an individually arranged course combining work experience with critical thinking skills project.
Note: Course may be repeated to a maximum of 9 hours with a maximum of 6 credits (2 sections per term).
Course Attribute(s): CBL - This course includes Community-Based Learning (CBL). Students will engage in a community experience or project with an external partner in order to enhance understanding and application of academic content.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 493. Internship in Physical Education1-3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Spring Only
Prerequisite(s): HSS 410 (or concurrently) An individually arranged course combining a work experience with a related academic or creative project.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 494. Internship in Public Health Education1-3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Prerequisite(s): HSS 402.
Description: This course involves practical application of public health knowledge and skills in a community setting.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 495. Internship in School Health Education1-3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Prerequisite(s): HSS 402.
Description: This course involves practical application of school health knowledge and skills in a community setting.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 496. Internship in Wellness Coaching3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Occasionally Offered
Prerequisite(s): HSS 382.
Description: Provides a hands-on wellness opportunity for university students to coach participants toward a positive health behavior change.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 499. Directed Readings in Health and Sport Science1-3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Spring Only
Prerequisite(s): Faculty consent.
Description: Supervised readings pertaining to a research topic in Health Education.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 500. Neuromechanics of Human Performance3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Prerequisite(s): HSS 387; HSS 394, and Consent of Instructor.
Description: This course provides a foundation for the interaction of the nervous system, musculoskeletal system, and the control of human performance.
Note: Cross-listed with EXP 607.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 501. Stress and Tension Control3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Occasionally Offered
Prerequisite(s): HSS 202 or equivalent.
Description: A study of physiological, sociological, and psychological stresses and their underlying mechanisms of action. Emphasis on modification of stress via developed proficiency in relaxation techniques.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 503. Obesity: Causes, Control3 Units
Prerequisite(s): HSS 202 or equivalent.
Description: A study of the physiological, psychological, and sociological factors in the development and modification of obesity. Laboratory experiences in the assessment of obesity will be provided.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 504. Physical Activity and Public Health3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Description: Students will examine individual, social, organizational, community, environmental, and policy factors that serve as facilitators and barriers to the promotion of physical activity and public health. This course is designed to provide students with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to conduct physical activity and public health needs assessments; to plan, implement, evaluate, lead, and manage physical activity and public health interventions, initiatives, and programs; to conduct physical activity and public health research; and to communicate and advocate for physical activity and public health promotion.
Course Attribute(s): CBL - This course includes Community-Based Learning (CBL). Students will engage in a community experience or project with an external partner in order to enhance understanding and application of academic content.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 505. Stress and Disease3 Units
Prerequisite(s): HSS 202 or equivalent.
Description: Relationship of stress to acute and chronic disease and the effects of contemporary stressors on psychophysiological responses. Examination of mechanisms of adaptation, treatment, and prevention.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 506. Athlete Monitoring and Data Management3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Prerequisite(s): Graduate Standing or Consent of Instructor.
Description: Basic Data Management will be taught including data collection, entry, and management in both XCEL and R Programs. Students will learn data collection techniques for Global Positioning Systems (GPS), Force Plate, and Velocity-Based Training forms of athlete monitoring. By the end of the course, students will have strong skills in analyzing monitoring data, visualization of data into meaningful charts, and be proficient in the ability to interpret results into comprehensive reports for coaches and the sports performance team.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 507. Senior Seminar in Exercise Physiology3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Occasionally Offered
Prerequisite(s): HSS 387 and HSS 394; 90+ hours; and permission of instructor.
Description: Critical and comprehensive examination of well-defined topics related to exercise physiology that are not studied in regular courses. Topics will be announced in schedule of courses.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 530. Nutrition and Athletic Performance3 Units
Prerequisite(s): HSS 302 and HSS 303; or consent of instructor.
Description: Principles of nutrition with special emphasis on nutrient and energy needs of athletes of optimal performance.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 564. Women's Health Issues3 Units
Description: This course will identify a broad range of health issues that can be unique to women or of special importance to women throughout the world. The course will examine the roles women play as both providers and consumers of health care nationally and internationally.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 565. Nutrition for Children and Adolescents3 Units
Description: Nutritional needs during childhood are covered with emphasis on diet evaluation, menu planning and disease prevention. Nutrition units will be developed using the curriculum planning map.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 567. Healthy Sexuality and AIDS Education3 Units
Description: A study of the basic competencies required for AIDS/STD education and prevention within the framework of healthy sexual functioning.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 575. Administration of Physical Education Program and Athletics3 Units
Description: Administration of the total physical education program on the secondary school level, including units on budget, staff, facilities, programs, equipment, public relations, and evaluation.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 589. Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries II3 Units
Prerequisite(s): HSS 389 or equivalent or consent of instructor.
Description: Focuses on basic anatomy and its relationship in sports-induced injuries. Provides framework for adapting prevention, evaluation, management and rehabilitation techniques to aid in the treatment of athletic injuries.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 597. Special Topics in Health and Sport Science3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Occasionally Offered
Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor.
Description: Examination of well-defined topics not studied in regular courses. Topics will be announced in Schedule of Courses.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
HSS 598. Independent Study in Health and Sport Science1-3 Units
Description: Opportunity for the student, under the supervision of a sponsoring faculty member, to pursue individualized study related to research or practice that is not included in regular courses in the curriculum.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
