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2016-2017 Graduate Studies Bulletin (Archived Copy)
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2016-2017 Graduate Studies Bulletin (Archived Copy) 
    
 
  May 11, 2024
 
2016-2017 Graduate Studies Bulletin (Archived Copy) [Archived Catalog]

Course Descriptions


 
  
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    HIST 805 - Research Seminar in Medieval History

    Credits: 3

    Note: Restricted to M.A. and Ph.D. students in history.

  
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    HIST 806 - Research Seminar in Early Modern European History

    Credits: 3

    Note: Restricted to M.A. and Ph.D. students in history.

  
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    HIST 807 - Research Seminar in Modern European History

    Credits: 3

    Note: Restricted to M.A. and Ph.D. students in history.

  
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    HIST 810 - Research Seminar in British History

    Credits: 3

    Note: Restricted to M.A. and Ph.D. students in history.

  
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    HIST 811 - Research Seminar in Latin American History

    Credits: 3

    Note: Restricted to M.A. and Ph.D. students in history.

  
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    HIST 812 - Research Seminar in East Asian History

    Credits: 3

    Note: Restricted to M.A. and Ph.D. students in history.

  
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    HIST 813 - Research Seminar in African History

    Credits: 3

    Note: Restricted to M.A. and Ph.D. students in history.

  
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    HIST 814 - Research Seminar in Middle Eastern and Islamic History

    Credits: 3

    Note: Restricted to M.A. and Ph.D. students in history.

  
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    HIST 815 - Dissertation Prospectus Seminar

    Credits: 3

    Preparation for the Dissertation Prospectus Defense and for professional activities such as grant writing, the preparation and submission of articles, and conference presentations.

    Note: Restricted to Ph.D. students in history.

  
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    HIST 816 - Historical Research Methods

    Credits: 3

    The historical research process, including the definition of research, the determination, collection, and analysis of historical evidence.

  
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    HIST 899 - Dissertation Preparation



  
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    HPEB 501 - Human Sexuality Education

    Credits: 3

    Planning, implementation and evaluation of effective sexuality education programs. Includes strategies for educating about a variety of sexuality topics (e.g., reproductive biology, relationships, HIV/AIDS, sexual orientation, pregnancy, childbirth, and parenting).

    Prerequisites: senior or graduate level standing or consent of instructor

  
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    HPEB 502 - Applied Aspects of Human Nutrition

    Credits: 3

    Application of nutrition principles including functions of food and nutrients in health and disease prevention throughout the life cycle. Applied topics include weight management, food safety, and other contemporary issues.

  
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    HPEB 511 - Health Problems in a Changing Society

    Credits: 3

    Current and emerging health problems in society: causes, effects, and prevention.

  
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    HPEB 512 - Southern Discomfort: Public Health in the American South

    Credits: 3

    Investigation of the unique health and disease profile of the American South, including regional disparities that remain unresolved despite a public health revolution. Topics range from endemic diseases of the antebellum period to the current HIV/AIDS crisis, and ethics of research.

  
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    HPEB 513 - Race, Ethnicity, and Health: Examining Health Inequalities

    Credits: 3

    A comprehensive overview of race/ethnicity and health. Class discussions will focus on comparing health status and health outcomes of different racial/ethnic groups in the U.S. and discussing possible explanations for inequalities from a behavioral science perspective.

  
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    HPEB 521 - The Total School Health Program

    Credits: 3

    A course designed to acquaint the student with the various facets of the modern school health program. Includes school responsibilities for health and safety instruction, school health services, school environmental health problems, school and community relationships, resources for health, and evaluation of programs.

  
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    HPEB 540 - Drug Prevention

    Credits: 3

    Nature of drug actions, motivational factors that influence the use and abuse of drugs, and examination and evaluation of procedures to provide effective drug prevention efforts.

  
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    HPEB 542 - Tobacco Prevention and Control in Public Health

    Credits: 3

    Examines policies and practices for tobacco prevention and control in public health.

    Prerequisites: senior or graduate level standing or consent of instructor

  
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    HPEB 547 - Consumer Health in Contemporary Society

    Credits: 3

    An analysis and appraisal of issues related to the production and distribution of products and services as these activities affect consumer health.

  
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    HPEB 550 - Behavioral Concepts and Processes for the Health Professional

    Credits: 3

    The development of interpersonal skills in dealing with health clients in various settings.

  
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    HPEB 551 - Medical Anthropology: Field Work

    Credits: 3

    Application of observation techniques, field notes, informant interviewing, and secondary data analysis to interpreting differential perceptions of health problem solving in the community and clinic.

    Cross-listed Course: ANTH 551

  
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    HPEB 552 - Medical Anthropology

    Credits: 3

    Socio-cultural factors in health, illness, healing, and in medical systems. Cross-cultural and ethnographic evidence for public health research and program applications.

    Cross-listed Course: ANTH 552

  
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    HPEB 553 - Community Health Problems

    Credits: 3

    Identification and analysis of major community health problems, their causes, the roles of individuals, community agencies, and government in affecting their solutions. Emphasis upon personal involvement and the responsibility for community health.

  
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    HPEB 555 - Managing Stress

    Credits: 3

    Conceptualizing the nature of the stress; psychological, emotional, and spiritual aspects of stress; competency in the active management of stress and mobilizing support.

  
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    HPEB 620 - Nutrition Through the Life Cycle

    Credits: 3

    Examination of nutritional concerns, requirements, and metabolism from pre-conception through the aging process; analysis of cultural, environmental, psychosocial, physical, and economic factors affecting nutritional status through the life cycle; and methods for assuring adequate nutrition through dietary selection, promotion of healthy eating throughout the life cycle and nutritional assessment for each state of the life cycle.

    Prerequisites: HPEB 502 or equivalent introductory nutrition course

  
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    HPEB 621 - Maternal and Child Health

    Credits: 3

    Public health issues, social and behavioral science, policies, programs, and services related to maternal and child health in the United States and other countries.

    Cross-listed Course: WGST 621

  
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    HPEB 627 - Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) Health

    Credits: 3

    Health status and concerns of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender communities. Includes an examination of measurement issues and methodological considerations in research, as well as intervention efforts targeting LGBT populations.

    Prerequisites: Graduate standing or upper-level (junior or senior) undergraduate standing

    Note: Restricted to: Graduate students or upper-level (junior or senior) undergraduate students.

    Excluded: First or second year undergraduates. Special permission required by professor.

  
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    HPEB 631 - Health Promotion for Elementary and Middle School Teachers

    Credits: 3

    A multimedia course emphasizing health education strategies for major S.C. health problems, risk factors, and concepts of positive health behavior.

  
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    HPEB 653 - Nutrition Assessment and Counseling

    Credits: 3

    Assessment of nutritional outcomes and work with research participants/patients. Methods for collection of dietary data, anthropometry, and body composition, including the use of new technologies. Nutrition counseling and interviewing techniques useful in gathering nutrition information.

  
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    HPEB 654 - Maternal and Child Nutrition

    Credits: 3

    A survey of current concepts in clinical and public health nutrition which are unique to infants, children, and pregnant and lactating women.

  
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    HPEB 674 - Social Networks, Social Capital, and Health

    Credits: 3

    Examination of health sciences and sociological research on social networks, social capital, and health. Theoretical and methodological foundations for network analysis of social relationships and health, design of public health interventions, and use of online social networks to promote health. Key constructs include social support, social capital, and social diffusion.

  
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    HPEB 679 - Addressing Childhood Obesity through Community Approaches

    Credits: 2

    Prevention of childhood obesity, using perspectives from health, social work, exercise science, pharmacy, medicine, and behavioral nutrition. Training to teach diet/physical activity lessons in elementary school settings.

    Cross-listed Course: SOWK 679

  
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    HPEB 680 - Laboratory Techniques in Physiological Measurement

    Credits: 3

    Practical laboratory skills and theoretical bases of measurements in human physiology; bioelectrical potentials, respiratory physiology, energy expenditure, body composition, temperature regulation, and biochemical assays.

  
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    HPEB 683 - Contemporary Topics in Sexual Health

    Credits: 3

    Comprehensive overview of contemporary topics in sexual health.

  
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    HPEB 684 - HIV/STI Prevention

    Credits: 3

    The role of effective behavioral interventions in preventing the spread of the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and other sexually transmitted infections (STI) among diverse populations.

  
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    HPEB 690 - Independent Study

    Credits: 1-3

    Topics to be assigned and approved by advisor and department head.

  
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    HPEB 700 - Concepts and Methods in Health Promotion

    Credits: 3

    Fundamental principles and practices of public health promotion including history, ethics, cultural competence, professional responsibilities, overview of theory and models, and selection and implementation of instructional methods.

  
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    HPEB 701 - Theoretical Foundations of Health Promotion

    Credits: 3

    Role of theory in shaping research and practice in health promotion and education; historical and ongoing interaction between health education and the applied social sciences.

  
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    HPEB 702 - Planning Health Promotion Programs

    Credits: 3

    Health promotion planning frameworks; issues in planning, implementing, and evaluating health promotion programs in a variety of settings.

  
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    HPEB 703 - Public Health Education Seminar

    Credits: 1-3

    An examination of controversial and critical issues confronting the health educator, including ethical and professional concerns relating to the practice of health education in a variety of settings.

  
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    HPEB 704 - Health Promotion Research Seminar

    Credits: 1

    Presentation and discussion of research topics in health promotion, education and behavior.

    Note: May be repeated for up to a total of 3 hours.

    Pass-Fail grading

  
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    HPEB 705 - Contemporary Concepts of Health and Health Education

    Credits: 3

    This course will explore and analyze various concepts of health, disease, and illness as applicable to health education. Consideration will be given to alternative concepts of health and their implications for directions in health education.

  
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    HPEB 706 - Consultation in Health Systems

    Credits: 3

    Consultation for role, program, and organization development in local and state health agencies, and in communities. Advanced practice in consulting roles aimed at system change.

    Prerequisites: consent of instructor

  
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    HPEB 707 - Health Promotion Research Methods

    Credits: 3

    Research methods applicable to the study of individual and group health behavior. Interfaces behavioral theory, research design and methods, and data analysis/interpretation. Introduction to evaluating health promotion research and evaluation.

  
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    HPEB 708 - Health Education Methods

    Credits: 3

    Curricular planning and instructional strategies utilized in public health education settings.

  
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    HPEB 709 - Stress and Support Concepts and Management

    Credits: 3

    Identifies environmental, organizational, interpersonal, and individual patterns of stress with particular reference to health professionals; competency in the active management of stress and mobilizing support in health settings and organizations is evaluated.

  
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    HPEB 710 - Evaluation of Health Promotion Programs

    Credits: 3

    Planning and implementation of health education program evaluations. Emphasis on political, practical, and theoretical aspects of evaluation.

    Prerequisites: HPEB 700 or consent of instructor

  
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    HPEB 711 - Applied Health Communication

    Credits: 3

    Application of communication, media, and health behavior theory to the development of health communication messages and campaigns.

  
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    HPEB 712 - Changing Health Practices

    Credits: 3

    Students plan and implement a class on changing a health practice such as exercise, diet, or smoking. Lectures and reading assignments on theoretical foundations of how to conduct classes in changing health practices.

  
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    HPEB 713 - Behavioral Aspects of Physical Activity

    Credits: 3

    Psychosocial and behavioral factors in physical activity. Topics include mental health effects of exercise, behavior change theories applied to physical activity, and physical activity determinants and interventions.

    Cross-listed Course: EXSC 710

  
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    HPEB 715 - Qualitative Research Methods in Public Health

    Credits: 3

    An overview of qualitative data collection and analysis methods commonly used in public health research with an emphasis on practical applications and hands-on experience.

  
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    HPEB 720 - Coordinating the School Health Program

    Credits: 3

    For persons administratively responsible for the school health program and for individuals involved in discharging the various responsibilities. Characteristics of the Health Education Coordinator; areas of responsibility, policies and procedures relative to health education needs; curricular patterns; criteria for an extensive evaluation of selected school health programs.

    Prerequisites: HPEB 521 or consent of instructor

  
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    HPEB 722 - Health Education Curriculum Development

    Credits: 3

    The basis and nature of the health curriculum, its development, and appraisal of state and national health education curricula.

  
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    HPEB 726 - Prevention of Teen Pregnancy

    Credits: 3

    Design and implementation of community-based educational practices and services to prevent teen pregnancy.

  
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    HPEB 730 - Programs for Patient Education

    Credits: 3

    Knowledge and skills for identifying needs, obtaining support, designing curricula, organizing resources, training personnel, implementing activities, and evaluating patient education programs are presented.

  
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    HPEB 731 - Health Promotion for Older Adults

    Credits: 3

    Research and practice issues in health promotion with older adults, including the impact of ageism, ethnicity, gender, normal aging changes, self-management skills, and social networks on healthy aging.

  
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    HPEB 742 - Alcohol, Drugs, and Public Health Policy

    Credits: 3

    Public health policy issues related to treatment, prevention, research, and education in the field of alcohol and drug abuse.

  
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    HPEB 748 - Community Health Development

    Credits: 3

    Organizational development, policy influence, capacity building, empowerment, community diagnosis and coalition development for enhancing health.

    Note: Graduation with Leadership Distinction: Community Service

  
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    HPEB 750 - Health Implications of Stress and Disease

    Credits: 3

    Causative agents of chronic disease, with particular emphasis placed on those illnesses which have been termed psychosomatic and related to or caused by stress; physiological response of the individual to contemporary psychological stressors as well as methods of adaptation and prophylaxis.

  
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    HPEB 751 - Physical Activity and Health

    Credits: 3

    An examination of physical activity/exercise habit patterns as they relate to health status. Emphasis on the chronic effects of exercise.

    Cross-listed Course: EXSC 882

    Prerequisites: consent of instructor

  
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    HPEB 752 - Nutrition and Public Health

    Credits: 3

    A study of the relationship of human nutrition to public health and the potential for risk reduction through health education.

    Prerequisites: HPEB 502 or equivalent

  
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    HPEB 753 - Obesity and Eating Disorders

    Credits: 3

    The public health implications of obesity and eating disorders, considerations of causes, and intervention strategies.

  
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    HPEB 754 - Community-Based Physical Activity Interventions

    Credits: 3

    Role of the physical activity specialist within the community health department. Development, initiation, and evaluation of campaigns, resources, community capacity building, and coalitions to promote physical activity.

    Cross-listed Course: EXSC 754

    Prerequisites: EXSC 700 or HPEB 700 or consent of instructor

  
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    HPEB 760 - Health Education in Occupational Worksites

    Credits: 3

    An overview of health education program models and strategies designed for workers in industry and business.

  
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    HPEB 769 - Interdisciplinary Perspectives on Child Abuse and Neglect

    Credits: 3

    Current knowledge about child abuse and neglect, including typologies, etiology, effects, and current practice interventions.

    Cross-listed Course: SOWK 769

  
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    HPEB 770 - Health Education in Developing Countries

    Credits: 3

    Development of programs in predominantly rural third world countries.

    Note: Foreign nationals may substitute this course for HPEB 700.

  
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    HPEB 771 - Socio-Cultural Perspectives on Population Health

    Credits: 3

    Theories, measurement, and empirical evidence related to macro-level factors and health. How socio-cultural and physical environments as well as socially ascribed identities can constrain or promote health.

  
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    HPEB 772 - Current Trends in Developing World Health

    Credits: 3

    Current issues in health of the developing world as represented in literature, policy documents, and program materials.

    Note: For students having worked either in public health or in the developing world.

  
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    HPEB 773 - International Public Health Seminar

    Credits: 1

    Various lecturers address the state of the art of public health strategies for third world countries aimed at the reduction of death and disease.

    Note: Repeatable up to a maximum of 3 credit hours.

  
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    HPEB 779 - Injury Prevention and Control

    Credits: 3

    Etiology of injuries and strategies for their prevention are examined within an interdisciplinary framework.

  
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    HPEB 782A - Teaching Internship (Health)

    Credits: 3

    Application of effective teaching techniques and organization of instructional settings in health for K-12.

    Cross-listed Course: EDTE 782A

    Prerequisites: acceptance to the Professional Program in Education

  
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    HPEB 782B - Teaching Internship (Health)

    Credits: 9

    Application of effective teaching techniques and organization of instructional settings in health for K-12.

    Corequisite: EDSE 584

    Cross-listed Course: EDTE 782B

    Prerequisites: HPEB 782A

  
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    HPEB 790 - Independent Study

    Credits: 1-6

  
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    HPEB 792 - Special Topics in Health Promotion, Education, and Behavior

    Credits: 1-6

    A study of selected issues confronted in programs in health promotion, education, and behavior. Content varies by suffix and title. Course may be repeatd for a total of 6 credit hours.

  
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    HPEB 796 - Health Education Project

    Credits: 1-6

    Performance of a predetermined work or service project in a health education setting.

    Note: Pass/Fail grading

  
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    HPEB 798A - Public Health Practicum Seminar

    Credits: 3

    Synthesis and application of MPH competencies for professional development, culminating in a practicum fieldwork contract.

    Prerequisites: HPEB 700, 701, 702, 707, 710, 748

    Note: Pass/Fail

  
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    HPEB 798B - Public Health Practicum Fieldwork

    Credits: 1-3

    Performance of a limited work or service project in a public need setting, pursuit of planned, learning objectives related to previously identified aspects of the student’s chosen role.

    Prerequisites: HPEB 798A

    Note: Pass/Fail

  
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    HPEB 799 - Thesis Preparation

    Credits: 1-9

  
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    HPEB 802 - Implementing and Monitoring Health Promotion Interventions

    Credits: 3

    This advanced course will examine the process of implementing and monitoring theory- and evidence-based health promotion interventions with a strong emphasis on research interventions.

    Prerequisites: consent of instructor

  
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    HPEB 810 - Applied Measurement in Health Education Research

    Credits: 3

    This doctoral seminar will examine conceptual and measurement issues regarding psychosocial constructs typically used in health education and health survey research—specifically health beliefs, health attitudes, health behaviors, health status, wellness, and perceptions of health care contexts.

  
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    HPEB 815 - Theory-Driven Analysis

    Credits: 3

    Intermediate-level overview of methods for answering theoretically-informed research questions using quantitative data. Designed for applied researchers who seek a better understanding of statistical methods from describing a population to testing a conceptual model. Practical guidance for organizing, writing about, and presenting results from basic and multivariate statistical analyses.


    Prerequisites: BIOS 757 or an equivalent level course

  
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    HPEB 818 - Advanced Evaluation of Health Promotion Programs

    Credits: 3

    Evaluation methods including formative, retrospective and monitoring techniques; survey and trend analysis; application of experimental and quasi-experimental designs, triangulation, and cost-accounting.

    Prerequisites: permission of instructor

  
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    HPEB 820 - Public Health Advocacy and Policy

    Credits: 3

    Overview of the key concepts and practices in advocacy efforts to promote the health of human populations through policy, including theories and conceptual frameworks for understanding how social and political change happens. Emphasis on strategies for promoting public health policies, and methods for evaluating advocacy activities and policy impacts.

  
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    HPEB 824 - Social and Physical Environment Interventions in Health Promotion

    Credits: 3

    This advanced course examines issues related to planning, implementing or evaluating health promotion interventions that target change in physical and social including policy environments.

  
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    HPEB 898 - Doctor of Public Health Practicum

    Credits: 1-6

    Applied comprehensive fieldwork experience which facilitates the synthesis of knowledge, skills and application of DrPH core competencies and core content of the discipline.

    Note: Course may be taken a maximum of 3 times. Enrollment restricted to DrPH students.

  
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    HPEB 899 - Dissertation Preparation

    Credits: 1-12

    Prerequisites: one full year [18 hrs.] of graduate study beyond the master’s level

  
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    HRSM 700 - Quantitative Methods in HRSM

    Credits: 3

    This course introduces the basic knowledge of quantitative concepts, principles, and methods necessary for scientific investigation of research problems related to hospitality, retail, and sport management.

    Corequisite: HRSM 788

  
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    HRSM 787 - Global Seminar in Hospitality, Retail, Sport & Technology Management

    Credits: 3

    This is an interdisciplinary learning experience where students apply major specific constructs and current trends in hospitality, retail, sport and technology management in a study abroad context. Students will visit destinations and venues where they will interact with on site management.

    Prerequisites: This course is for HRSM graduate students only and requires permission of the departmental graduate director.

    Note: This course may be repeated twice for credit.

  
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    HRSM 788 - Applied Research in Hospitality, Retail, and Sport Management

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisites: STAT 515

  
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    HRSM 795 - Field Project in Hospitality, Retail, and Sport Management

    Credits: 6

    Work experience and participation in management decision-making in a hospitality/tourism, retail, or sport/entertainment business environment. Positions assigned on an individual basis with emphasis on oral and written communication skills, planning, and problem solving.

    Prerequisites: permission of instructor

  
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    HRTM 518 - Training and Development in the Hospitality Industry

    Credits: 3

    Effective methods for conducting, costing, and evaluating training and development procedures for hospitality supervisors and managers.

  
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    HRTM 521 - Revenue Management in the Hospitality Industry

    Credits: 3

    Examination of revenue management in the hospitality industry with an emphasis on the theory and dynamics of revenue management, the implementation of capacity management, forecasting and discounting.

    Corequisite: HTRM 421

    Prerequisites: HRTM 450

  
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    HRTM 537 - Multi-Cultural Dimensions of the Hospitality Industry

    Credits: 3

    Multicultural, multiracial, and multiethnic factors within the hospitality and tourism industry.

    Prerequisites: MGMT 371 or RETL 344 or permission of instructor

  
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    HRTM 557 - Security Management of Hotels and Restaurants

    Credits: 3

    Individualized security programs, procedures, legal issues, and review of local, state, and federal laws that apply to the lodging and restaurant industry.

    Prerequisites: HRTM 357 or equivalent

  
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    HRTM 560 - Advanced Lodging Management

    Credits: 3

    Advanced principles of the management of hotels and resorts.

    Prerequisites: HRTM 260

  
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    HRTM 564 - Advanced Meeting Management

    Credits: 3

    Analysis of current issues and problems in the meetings industry with emphasis on planning, organizing, managing, and enhancing meetings.

    Prerequisites: HRTM 364 or permission of instructor

  
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    HRTM 565 - International Lodging Management

    Credits: 3

    Analysis of the structure of international lodging companies, challenges of marketing U.S. lodging companies abroad, and cultural differences in international management.

    Prerequisites: HRTM 260

  
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    HRTM 567 - Timeshare and Vacation Ownership Management

    Credits: 3

    Management of the timeshare and vacation ownership industry.

  
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    HRTM 570 - Managing Food Service Operations

    Credits: 3

    An advanced study of the food-service industry and its operations both internally and externally to the physical plant.

    Prerequisites: HRTM 270 or permission of instructor

 

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