188 189 (MEduc) Health 6300. Health Education in the Elementary School (2) Su, F, S Provides elementary school teachers the resources and skills needed to teach the Utah Healthy Lifestyles curriculum. MASTER LEVEL HISTORY COURSES - HIST (MEduc) Hist 6010. Colonial America (3) The colonial origins of the United States to 1763. (MEduc) Hist 6020. The Era of the American Revolution 1763-1800 (3) Causes of American Revolution, including the military, diplomatic and social aspects; the formation of the Union under the Articles of Confederation; the Constitution; and the Federalist era. (MEduc) Hist 6040. The Era of the Civil War and Reconstruction 1840-1877 (3) Slavery and the causes of the Civil War with attention to the political, economic, social, and military aspects of the conflict, including the period of reconstruction to 1877. (MEduc) Hist 6130. History of Utah (3) A study of Utah history from its Native American beginnings through the 20th Century-emphasizing political, economic and social developments. (MEduc) Hist 6590. Middle Eastern History (3) The Middle East from the rise of Islam to the present with emphasis on the 19th and 20th centuries. (MEduc) Hist 6610. History of Africa (3) Africa from earliest times to the twentieth century, with emphasis on the Sub Sahara from its ancient kingdoms through the travails of the slave trade, European colonialism, and the independence movement. (MEduc) Hist 6710. Reading Seminar in American History (3) When offered will focus on a specific subject in American History. It is assumed that these topics would generally be non-repetitive or repeated only infrequently based on the demand for the course and the instructor assigned to it. Students would be assigned readings on various aspects of the topic and respond through discussion in a seminar setting and written work. (MEduc) Hist 6720. Reading Seminar in European History (3) When offered will focus on a specific subject in European History. It is assumed that these topics would generally be non-repetitive or repeated only infrequently based on the demand for the course and the instructor assigned to it. Students would be assigned readings on various aspects of the topic and respond through discussion in a seminar setting and written work. (MEduc) Hist 6760. Reading Seminar in World History (3) When offered will focus on a specific subject in World History. It is assumed that these topics would generally be non-repetitive or repeated only infrequently based on the demand for the course and the instructor assigned to it. Students would be assigned readings on various aspects of the topic and respond through discussion in a seminar setting and written work. (MEduc) Hist 6830. Directed Readings (1-3) Independent readings under the supervision of a department member on special topics in History. For each hour of credit approximately 1500 pages of material will be read. A written assignment on this material will also be completed. Prerequisite: Instructor approval. MASTER LEVEL NUTRITION COURSES - NUTRI (MEduc) Nutri 6320. Current Issues in Nutrition (2) F, S Review of the current literature will be the premise of student presentations given throughout the semester. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. (MEduc) Nutri 6220. Sports Nutrition (3) F The nutritional support necessary to achieve optimum athletic performance will be discussed in the context of diet and metabolism. In addition, the use of ergogenic aids will be addressed with reference to athletic performance. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. MASTER LEVEL PHYSICAL EDUCATION COURSES - PE (MEduc) PE 6010. Leadership in Physical Education (3) As Needed Designed to provide graduate students with an understanding of both theoretical and practical aspects of leadership in their respective fields of study. The ultimate goal of the course is to encourage daily application of leadership concepts in the personal and professional lives of the students. (MEduc) PE 6100. Current Trends in Health and Physical Education (3) As Needed A study of health and physical education perspectives with an emphasis on the changes, trends, and future prospects that will affect the profession and the needs of those they serve. (MEduc) PE 6300. Advanced Biomechanics (3) As Needed Designed to expose the graduate student to appropriate research in sports biomechanics and to be involved in the analysis of movement based on selected mechanical principles such as balance, buoyancy, leverage, force, angles of rebound, projection and motion. (MEduc) PE 6370. Exercise Management for Special Populations (2) As Needed Exercise management for populations with special conditions. Overview of each condition's unique physiology, effects of the condition on the exercise response, effects of exercise training on the condition, and recommendations for exercise testing and programming are presented in a selected topics format. Prerequisites: PE 2300 and PE 3510. (MEduc) PE 6400. Advanced Exercise Physiology (3) As Needed Understanding the physiological changes associated with exercise and training and the reasons for change are the paramount directives of this course. Concurrent with the lecture component is the practicum laboratory experience of equipment operation and individual assessment of physiological parameters. (MEduc) PE 6420. Curriculum in Physical Education (3) As Needed Designed to provide an understanding of the role and importance of physical education in today's society, steps involved in curriculum planning, trends and issues in curriculum and to orient the student to various ideas in curriculum design. (MEduc) PE 6520. Improving Physical Education (3 ) As Needed Designed for elementary classroom teachers to provide an opportunity for the teacher to further develop teaching skills, personal performance skills, knowledge and competencies. A major goal of this course will be to help the classroom teacher gain additional confidence in teaching physical education activities. (MEduc) PE 6540. Physiological Aspects of Human Performance (2) F, S Designed to provide coaches and teachers of sports activities with the latest knowledge and trends in conditioning practices for improving sport performance. General preparation of fitness for participation in sports and specificity of training for sports both in-season and off-season programs will be covered. A broad range of ideas will be generated to help coaches construct training and conditioning programs that will be more successful and lead to greater individual and team performance. (MEduc) PE 6830. Motor Learning (3) As Needed An in-depth study of the psychomotor domain of development. Special emphasis is given to skilled performance, learning theory, motor abilities, individual differences, developmental considerations, instructional and training procedures. Secondary school and athletic populations are considered regarding these topics. MASTER LEVEL RECREATION COURSES - REC (MEduc) Rec 6930. Outdoor Education Workshop (2) Su A broad inter-disciplinary approach to the methodology of outdoor education teaching techniques. DEPARTMENT Child and Family Studies Chair: Dr. Rosalind Charlesworth Location: Education Bldg., Room 204 Telephone Contact: Penny Pack 801-626-7151 Professors: James Bird, S. Craig Campbell, Rosalind Charlesworth, Chloe D. Merrill; Associate Professors: Randy S. Chatelain; Assistant Professors: Dilek O. Buchholz, Tom Day; Instructors: Joyce Buck, Carole J. Haun I he Department of Child and Family Studies offers a broad personal and professional education by providing majors in the following areas: Early Childhood (Bachelor's and Associate of Applied Science), Early Childhood Education, and Family Studies. Minors in Child Development and Family Studies are also offered. Learning is enhanced by the Melba S. Lehner Children's School where preschool laboratory experience is provided for practical application. Practical experience is built into all areas of study. Honors credit is available for students who desire greater depth. Preparation for graduate study can be pursued in any area represented in the department. Early Childhood Laboratory The Melba S. Lehner Children's School serves as an early childhood laboratory to give students practical experience in early childhood environments. Students must complete Child and Family Studies 2610, 2620, and 3640 at a B level and apply to the Director of the Melba S. Lehner Children's School two semesters prior to student teaching. Other practical experience can be arranged with an advisor. Early Childhood Major BACHELOR DEGREE (B.S. OR S.A.j Students preparing to work in childhood programs or agencies serving young children that do not require a teaching certificate graduate with a major in Early Childhood. Students who wish to obtain certification to teach in kindergarten through 3rd grade graduate with a major in Early Childhood Education. (See Early Childhood Education description.) » Program Prerequisite: Students must have completed at least 30 credit hours of General Education and relevant prerequisite courses and have a cumulative GPA of 2.50 or above. » Minor: Optional (cannot be within the Department of Child and Family Studies). In lieu of a minor, a concentration of 15 credit hours outside the Department of Child and Family Studies may be substituted as approved by the department. » Grade Requirements: A grade of "B-" or better in each course is required for this major in addition to a cumulative GPA of 2.50 for all courses. » Credit Hour Requirements: A total of 120 credit hours is required for graduation ~ 43 of these are required within the major. A minimum of 40 credit hours must be upper division (courses numbered 3000 and above) - 22 of these are required within the major. Advisement Students must follow the Department of Child and Family Studies Advisement procedures. Contact the student advisor located in the Education Building, Room 241 (801-626-6411). Admission Requirements Declare your program of study (see page 18). Sign a Program of Study Contract with the Department of Child and Family Studies. Contact the Student Advisor, 801-626-6411. Before enrolling in ChFam 2610 or 2620, students must be fingerprinted and have a background check. If the background check reveals misconduct you will not be allowed to enroll in these courses or any others which include field experiences, practica, or student teaching. This is in compliance with Utah State law. Allow for an eight week response time from the state. General Education Refer to pages 36-41 for either Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts requirements. ChFam SSI500 (3) will satisfy a general education requirement and is prerequisite to most major courses. Course Requirements for B.S. or B.A. Degree Pre Core Course Required (3 credit hours) ChFam SS1500 Human Development (This course will satisfy a general education requirement.) Core Courses Required (40 credit hours) ChFam 2400 ChFam 2500 ChFam 2570 ChFam 2600 ChFam 2610 ChFam 2620 ChFam 3500 ChFam 3640 ChFam 4500 ChFam 4710* ChFam 4720* ChFam 4890 ChFam 4990A * Taken concurrently In addition, students must complete an advisor-approved concentration of 15 hours or advisor-approved minor. Family Relations (3) Development of the Child: Birth Through Eight (3) The Child from Six to Twelve (3) Intro to Early Childhood Educ (3) Guidance Based on Development Theory (3) Planning Creative Experiences for Young Children (3) Young Children at Risk (3) Working with Parents (3) Study of Child & Adolescent Development (3) Advanced Guidance and Planning (3) Student Teaching-Children's School (6) Cooperative Work Experience (3) Seminar in Child Development (1) -al PROFILE ENROLLMENT STUDENT AFFAIRS ACADEMIC INFO DEGREE REQ GEN ED Interdisciplinary FYE HNRS BIS LIBSCI INTRD MINORS Applied Science A Technology CEET CS MFET/MET CMT CDGT ENGR AUTOSV/AUTOTC IDT SST TBE ArtsAHumahWm COMM ENGL FORLNG DANCE MUSIC THEATR ART Business A Econ MBA MPACC/ACCTNG BUSADM FIN LOM MGMT MKTG ECON/QUANT IS&T Education MEDUC CHFAM-* ATHL/AT HEALTH/NUTRI PE/REC EDUC HeaUnPtotassions CLS DENSCI PARAMD HTHSCI HAS/HIM NURSNG RADTEC DMS NUCMED RADTHR RESTHY Science if BOTANY CHEM GEOSCI MATH/MATHED MICRO PHSX ZOOL Social A Behavioral MCJ/CJ ECON GEOGR HIST POLSC PHILO PSYCH SOCLWK GERONT SOCLGY ANTHRO AEROSP MILSCI NAVSCI Continuing Ed Davis Campos Weber State Universit 2002-2003 Catalog Weber State 2002-2003 U N I V E R S Catalog i T Y