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Subject. (Brief description of proposed change, addition or deletion.)
New Minor in Sports Health.
Justification. (Briefly list main reasons for proposed change, addition or deletion.)
To provide interested students from a variety of backgrounds the opportunity to develop knowledge and skills in Sports
Health.
Use the Current and Proposed spaces below for course changes only. Otherwise, mark “N/A”.
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(Course changes: present catalog info.)
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Proposed:
(Course changes: new catalog information.)
See attached Proposal.
Course Objectives. (For new courses only. List main learning objectives. If lengthy, attach as separate page.)
This program has been designed to:
1. Acquire a background of experience in general education including humanities, sciences, and social sciences.
2. Utilize a conceptual framework and specialized skills in the field of Sports Health.
3. Integrate an understanding of human development, theories pertaining to sports health, and environmental
influences in certain situations.
4. Demonstrate personal and professional behavior relevant to the profession.
5. Develop an honor value system that is sensitive to the dignity and welfare of the human being.
6. Translate professional knowledge, research, and competencies in sports health.
Impact on Students. (State “N/A” if proposal will not greatly affect students.)
Provide students additional knowledge and opportunities for careers in sports health.
Impact on University Resources. (State “N/A” if proposal will not require new resources, faculty or funds.)
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Have discussed with the Chair of Biology/Chemistry the courses that will be affected within the B/C department to
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Curriculum Document 12-C-61
New Minor in Sports Health
Purdue University North Central
April 2013
Proposal for New Program Approval
Minor in Sports Health
Westville, IN 46391
(219) 785-5200
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Purpose
The Sports Health Minor at Purdue University North Central is intended for students who are interested in the
broad field of Sports Health.
Objective
To provide BS in Health Studies majors and other interested students, from a variety of backgrounds, with the
opportunity to develop knowledge and skills in Sports Health.
PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES
Identification of Objectives:
The developing of this program has been based on the following general objectives:
1. To provide a great number and wide variety of learning experiences in subject matter (cognitive
learning) and practical skills. This objective will be accomplished through structured course work.
2. To provide the opportunity for students to learn up-to-date concepts, and applications in Sports
Health. Thus, all courses reflect current emphasis on matters of interest and concern of elementary,
secondary, college, professional, clinical, and industrial settings.
3. To provide the opportunity for students to become aware of the need for specialties and diversity in
Sports Health settings.
The three preceding objectives and the means of accomplishing them are consistent with overall
objectives of Purdue University North Central.
Upon completion of the minor program, students will be equipped with the basic knowledge of Sports
Health in general and Athletic Training, specifically. The knowledge obtained may be used by students to
enhance their academic major and ultimately their career or use the information to continue their education in
the field of Sports Health and/or Athletic Training
The Student Learning Outcomes of the Sports Health Program:
This program has been designed to:
1. Acquire a background of experience in general education including humanities, sciences, and social
sciences.
2. Utilize a conceptual framework and specialized skills in the field of Sports Health.
3. Integrate an understanding of human development, theories pertaining to sports health, and
environmental influences in certain situations.
4. Demonstrate personal and professional behavior relevant to the profession.
5. Develop an honor value system that is sensitive to the dignity and welfare of the human being.
6. Translate professional knowledge, research, and competencies in sports health.
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Required Courses for Minor
(Students with GBH 20000, BIOL 21300 & 21400 in their major)
Course Number
HST 11000
HST 21000
HST 22000
HST 25000
HST 35000
HST 36000
HST 4000
Course
Orientation to Sports Health
First Responder: First Aid and Emergency Care
Concepts of Fitness
Prevention and Care of Injuries
Biomechanics and Structural Kinesiology
Exercise Physiology
Advanced Sports Health
TOTAL
Credits
2
3
1
2
3
3
2
16
Required Courses for Minor
(Students without GBH 20000, BIOL 21300 & 21400 in their major)
Course Number
HST 11000
HST 21000
HST 22000
GBH 20000
BIOL 21300
BIOL 21400
HST 25000
HST 35000
HST 36000
HST 40000
Course
Orientation to Sports Health
First Responder: First Aid and Emergency Care
Concepts of Fitness
Medical Terminology
Human A&P
Human A&P
Prevention and Care of Injuries
Biomechanics and Structural Kinesiology
Exercise Physiology
Advanced Sports Health
TOTAL
Credits
2
3
1
3
4
4
2
3
3
2
27
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Course Descriptions
NOTE: Student Learning Outcomes for new courses are listed in their respective curriculum documents.
HST 11000 Orientation to Sports Health
Class 1.5, lab 0.5, 2 credits
Overview of the basic prevention, assessment, and management techniques for athletic injuries. Students will
be instructed in the basic policies and procedures of a variety of health disciplines and how each discipline is
connected to Sports Health.
HST 21000 First Responder: First Aid and Emergency Care
3 credits (class 3, lab 0, 3 credits)
The students will learn consistent and universal guidelines that enable first responder rescuers (athletic trainers)
to be able to respond to and provide appropriate care, regardless of the type of emergency. Classroom and
practice sessions introduce the acute athletic injury care environment, as well as traumatic emergency triage,
and the primary principles of first aid, spinal injury management, and emergency action plan creation and
application.
Prerequisite: HST 11000 Orientation to Sports Health.
Co-requisites: BIOL 21300 and BIOL 21400.
HST 22000 Concepts of Fitness
1 credits (class 1, lab 0, 1 credits)
The purpose of this course is to provide knowledge and appreciation of the importance of regular physical
activity for life-long health, wellness, and a quality of life and to provide opportunities for psychomotor
development. This will be a one hour class lecture and a one hour lab, applying what has been learned in class.
Co-requisites: BIOL 21300 and BIOL 21400.
GBH 20000 Medical Terminology
3 credits (class 3, lab 0, 3 credits)
This course prepares students to gain proficiency in both the spoken and written communication with the
medical language used by health professionals. Methods are used to aid in the learning and building of medical
words by using root, suffix, prefix, and combining forms word parts. Emphasis is given to word dissections,
thru word analysis, labeling exercise, and answering questions the anatomic and clinical terms pertaining to
each body system is learned. Disease, diagnosis, and treatments are discussed. Students are coached with
proper pronunciation, the use of abbreviations and given sample medical documents and case studies to analyze.
BIOL 21300 Human A&P
4 Credits
An introduction to human anatomy and physiology. Topics include the basic structural and functional
organization of the human body, cellular anatomy and physiology, body tissues, the integument, and the
skeletal, muscular and nervous systems. Lecture material is reinforced and expanded upon during laboratory
studies of gross anatomy histology and physiology.
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BIOL 21400 Human A&P
4 Credits
A continuation of BIOL 213. Topics include: structure and function of the endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic,
immune, respiratory, digestive, urinary and reproductive systems; basic hematology, field and electrolyte
balance and acid-base balance. Lecture material is reinforced and expanded upon during laboratory studies of
gross anatomy, histology, and physiology.
HST 25000 Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries
2 credits (class 1.5, lab 0.5, 2 credits)
This course is designed to introduce the necessary skills and competencies required for treatment of basic
athletic injuries. This course will include the study of modern theories and principles of athletic training
mechanisms as well as the nature and causes of the most common sports-related injuries.
Prerequisites: HST 11000 Orientation to Sports Health, BIOL 21300, BIOL 21400 and GBH 20000.
HST 35000 Biomechanics and Structural Kinesiology
3 credits (class 3, lab 0, 3 credits)
This course looks at the analysis of structural principles and mechanical application pertaining to human
movement. Course will discuss concepts of human movement with investigation of biomechanics and structural
kinesiology. Efficiency of movement, neuromuscular integration, proprioception, mechanical concepts related
to muscular function, and analysis of human motion/motor skills will be extensive.
Prerequisites: BIOL 21300, BIOL 21400 and GBH 2000.
HST 36000 Exercise Physiology
Class 3, lab 0, 3 credits
Exercise physiology is an evaluation of the acute responses and some chronic adaptations of the body to the
stresses of exercise.
Prerequisites: BIOL 213 and BIOL 214.
HST 40000 Advanced Sports Health
Class 1, lab 1, 2 credits
This course integrates professional aspects of athletic training, including collaborating with other health
professionals. There will be a focus on relations organizations and the administration of an athletic training
program.
Prerequisites: BIOL 21300, BIOL 21400 and HST 25000 Prevention and Care of Injuries.
May be taken concurrently with HST 35000 Biomechanics and Kinesiology and HST 36000 Exercise
Physiology.