• EXPW 1021: Connections to EXPW

  1.00 Credits

  Tennessee Technological University

  
  Introduction to professional program of studies, problem solving processes related to self and group participation, and skills for academic success.
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• EXPW 1022: Introduction to EXPW

  2.00 Credits

  Tennessee Technological University

  
  Historical background, general scope, occupational opportunities, principles and objectives of exercise science, and physical education and wellness.
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• EXPW 1110: Intro to Athletic Training

  1.00 Credits

  Tennessee Technological University

  
  This course will define and explore the profession of Athletic Training. Critical tasks, domains, essential competencies, and associated knowledge that Athletic Trainers should possess to perform the required functions satisfactorily will be identified and explored. The various job settings, career paths, and educational requirements of Athletic Trainers will be investigated. Areas to be covered include: the history of Athletic Training, the role of the Athletic Trainer in Sports Medicine, athletic training facility organization, blood borne pathogens and OSHA, administrative concepts, legislative and legal concerns, basic medical terminology, and record-keeping.
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• EXPW 1120: Intro to Occupational Therapy

  1.00 Credits

  Tennessee Technological University

  
  This course provides interested students the fundamental concepts in Occupational Therapy (OT). It presents a broad overview and history of the profession while discussing current professional roles within the practice setting, current issues and trends in the field, and treatment development based on the theoretical models of practice applicable to OT. Students will examine the OT process, ethics in regards to practice, interdisciplinary team process, and meaningful occupation in various contexts of practice.
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• EXPW 1130: Intro to Physical Therapy

  1.00 Credits

  Tennessee Technological University

  
  This course provides interested students the fundamental concepts in Physical Therapy (PT). It presents a broad overview and history of the profession while discussing current professional roles within the practice setting, current issues and trends in the field, and treatment development based on the theoretical models of practice applicable to PT. Students will examine the PT process, ethics in regards to practice, interdisciplinary team process, and meaningful occupation in various contexts of practice.
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• EXPW 1140: Intro to Strength/Conditioning

  1.00 Credits

  Tennessee Technological University

  
  Designed for students interested in pursing a career as a strength and conditioning coach, this course provides an overview of the educational process, testing requirements, necessary practical experience and more directly related to being a strength coach.
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• EXPW 1150: Care/Prevention-Athl Injuries

  3.00 Credits

  Tennessee Technological University

  
  Care and prevention of athletic injuries: preventing, recognizing, managing, and rehabilitating athletic injuries.
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• EXPW 2001: Orthopedic Assessment I

  0.00 - 4.00 Credits

  Tennessee Technological University

  
  Prerequisite: Sophomore standing. Co-requisite: BIOL 2010. This course is designed for advanced study of the etiology, pathology, and clinical signs and symptoms of common injuries to the lower extremities and lumbar spine. Students will learn the elements of the evaluation, assessment, management, and rehabilitation of common athletic injuries in the lower extremities and lumbar spine region. Emphasis is placed on clinical evaluation of injuries by the Athletic Trainer. Students will have opportunities for demonstration and hands-on experience related to skills learned in the classroom.Clinical experiences are designed to evaluate specific clinical competencies introduced in this course. Students will participate in clinical instruction and must demonstrate proficiency in the clinical competencies. Students must work in the field with a Certified Athletic Trainer in the 30-hour supervised clinical/field experience. Students with the Pre-Athletic Training concentration must pass this class with a ?B? or better to continue in the program.
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• EXPW 2002: Orthopedic Assessment II

  0.00 - 4.00 Credits

  Tennessee Technological University

  
  Prerequisite: Sophomore standing, EXPW 2001 & BIOL 2010. Co-requisite: BIOL 2020. This course is designed for advanced study of the etiology, pathology, and clinical signs and symptoms of common injuries to the upper extremities, cervical and thoracic spine, and abdomen. Students will learn the elements of the evaluation, assessment, management, and rehabilitation of common athletic injuries in these anatomical regions. Emphasis is placed on clinical evaluation of injuries by the Athletic Trainer. Students will have opportunities for demonstration and hands-on experiences directly related to the skills learned in the classroom. Clinical experiences are designed to evaluate specific clinical competencies introduced in the classroom. Students will participate in clinical instruction and must demonstrate proficiency in the clinical competencies. Students must work in the field with a Certified Athletic Trainer in the 30-hour supervised clinical/field experience. Students with the Pre-Athletic Training concentration must pass this class with a ?B? or better to continue in the program.
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• EXPW 2015: Concepts of Health/Wellness

  3.00 Credits

  Tennessee Technological University

  
  Exploration of the impact of health and wellness as it affects personal behavior, social development, and quality of life for individuals, families and communities. Analysis of behavioral change theories regarding social context of individual human behavior and examination of current social and behavioral science research within the context of health and wellness.
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