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enhancing substances, and sports and religion. The course will provide an in-depth analy-
sis of these topics and ask the student to explore his/her views on these issues. (3 credit
course offered every Fall)
ESS 2233 Motor Learning
An examination of the processes underlying the acquisition of motor skill performance and
the practical application of motor learning principles in teaching, coaching and exercise
science settings. (Spring)
ESS 2253 Theory of Coaching Basketball and Track
Basic skills, theories, practices, rules analysis, and techniques for coaching. Prerequisite:
ESS 2113. (On Demand)
ESS 2263 Theory of Coaching Baseball and Football
Theory and practice in the fundamentals as well as review of the various systems and types
of strategies. Prerequisite: ESS 2113. (On Demand)
ESS 2273 Theory of Coaching Volleyball and Softball
Theory and practice in the fundamentals as well as review of the various systems of play.
Prerequisite: ESS 2113. (On Demand)
ESS 2303 Sport Governance
This course is an examination of sport organizations focused on both professional and ama-
teur governance structures and processes. The study of policy in educational, non-profit,
professional and international sport venues will also be addressed. (3 credit course offered
every Spring)
ESS 2603 Foundations of Exercise, Sport Science, and Recreation
This purpose of this course is twofold. The first part of the course provides students with
self-analysis tools whereby each student can individually understand what occupations
best match their unique make-up. The second part of the course examines the diversity of
careers available in the ESSR attempting to match student’ career interests with career op-
portunities in the ESSR profession. (Spring)
ESS 3003 PE for the Young Child
Emphasis is given to the growth, development, and characteristics of children as they relate
to physical activity. The course includes an in-depth study of fundamental movements,
developmental skill levels, and movement education for the young child. (On Demand)
ESS 3013 Coaching Principles
The student will engage in class instruction, research and analysis of specific topics with a
view to providing a more in-depth knowledge and understanding of such areas of concern.
(On Demand)
ESS 3023 Assessment of Athletic Injuries
Students will explore the role of the athletic trainer and coaches in the prevention, recogni-
tion, and treatment of injuries to athletes. The course will emphasize the immediate care
of serious and life threatening injuries and illnesses and recognition, immediate treatment,
secondary treatment, and rehabilitation of common athletic injuries. Students will learn
various basic techniques of taping, wrapping, bracing, and pad construction, and the use of
selected basic treatment modalities. This course will give students a comprehensive foun-
dation and introduction into the basics of athletic training, principles of first aid, safety, and
CPR. Prerequisite: ESS 3343/3341.