2017-2018 Undergraduate and Graduate Catalog 
    
    May 16, 2024  
2017-2018 Undergraduate and Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Speech-language Pathology

  
  • SLP 450 Optional Clinic


    3 credits

    This is an undergraduate in-house practicum assignment for exceptional students in the second semester of the junior year. This course includes writing lesson plans, reports, and case histories of a detailed nature for individuals or groups of persons who exhibit speech, language, or hearing problems. An experience in working with individuals or groups of persons who exhibit speech or hearing problems is included.

    Prerequisite(s): SLP 305 , SLP 415 .
    Spring only
  
  • SLP 500 Articulation and Phonological Disorders


    3 credits

    An examination of normal and deviant articulatory acquisition and behavior will be covered. Presentation of major theoretical orientations and the therapeutic principles will be discussed.

    Fall only
  
  • SLP 505 Clinic I (sec I-IV)


    3 credits

    This is an in-house or off-campus practicum assignment for students in the senior year of study. The student will receive hands-on clinical experience in the assessment and remediation of communication disorders in persons with a variety of speech, language, and hearing impairments. This practicum is intended to supplement what students are learning in the academic coursework and will be accomplished under the supervision of a faculty member, clinical staff, or a licensed speech-language pathologist who holds the certificate of clinical competence from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.

  
  • SLP 510 Fluency Disorders


    3 credits

    Theories, assessment and treatment techniques for persons with fluency disorders across the lifespan will be covered.

    Spring only
  
  • SLP 512 Methods and Critical Consumerism in Research


    3 credits

    A study of research design and statistical analysis as it pertains to communication disorders is covered in this course. Topics will include levels of measurement, single and group research designs, nonparametric and parametric statistics, and the organization and implementation of research from formulation of research questions through dissemination of results. The seminar will involve the critical review of representative samples of research in the speech-language pathology literature.

    Spring only
  
  • SLP 515 Hearing Seminar


    1 credit

    Students will receive hands-on experiences in audiometric testing and audiological intervention within the scope of practice for speech-language pathology students.

  
  • SLP 525 Child Language Disorders


    3 credits

    This course provides an overview and evaluation of the language skills of preschool and school aged children including metalinguistic and discourse development. Contemporary theory and practice in language assessment and intervention for children from birth through high school will be reviewed.

    Spring only
  
  • SLP 530 Vocal and Velopharyngeal Disorders


    3 credits

    The study of etiology, symptoms, and treatment strategies for a variety of vocal and velopharyngeal disorders will be covered.

    Fall only
  
  • SLP 540 Augmentative and Alternative Communication


    3 credits

    Assessment and intervention strategies and technology for individuals with severe communication impairments will be covered.

    Summer only
  
  • SLP 545 Aphasia and Cognitive Communication Disorders


    3 credits

    Neurological and psychological aspects of aphasia and other cognitive communication disorders will be covered. Assessment and intervention approaches will be discussed and evaluated.

    Fall only
  
  • SLP 555 Diagnostic Clinic in Communication Disorders


    1 credit

    Supervised practicum experience in performing in-depth diagnostic evaluations with individuals exhibiting any type of speech, hearing, or language dysfunction will be included. Students will gain experience in obtaining case history information, administering diagnostic tests, conferring with parents or their responsible party, and writing reports.

    Corequisite(s): SLP 560  
  
  • SLP 560 Differential Diagnosis in Communication Disorders


    3 credits

    This course covers an introduction to formal and informal procedures for evaluating and diagnosing speech and language disorders, selection of tests and techniques, validity and reliability of procedures, interview techniques appropriate to a case history, preparation of evaluation and case history reports, as well as preparation of management programs.

    Corequisite(s): SLP 555 
  
  • SLP 565 Speech-language Pathology Seminar I


    1 credit

    This course will cover the American Speech-language Pathology Code of Ethics, Licensure Handbook of Pennsylvania, clinical policies and procedures, clinical documentation, and clinical issues regarding client care.

    Fall only
  
  • SLP 566 Speech-language Pathology Seminar II


    1 credit

    This course will cover resume building, school and hospital issues in speech-language pathology, development of therapeutic intervention strategies and materials, and clinical issues regarding client care.

    Spring only
  
  • SLP 575 Motor Speech Disorders


    3 credits

    A study of the medical, physical, occupational, speech, language and hearing problems of the neuro-motorically impaired client will be covered. Assessment and therapy techniques are reviewed and evaluated.

    Fall only
  
  • SLP 585 Speech-language Pathology Seminar III


    3 credits

    This course may change from year to year. At present, interviewing and counseling skills related to speech and language disorders across the lifespan is taught in this course.

    Spring only
  
  • SLP 590 Dysphagia


    3 credits

    Information and training in the evaluation and treatment of swallowing disorders throughout the lifespan is covered in this course.

    Summer only
  
  • SLP 601 Summer Clinic I (sections I-IV)


    3 credits

    This is an in-house or off-campus practicum assignment for students in the senior year of study. The course is offered in the summer semester. The student will receive hands-on clinical experience in the assessment and remediation of communication disorders in persons with a variety of speech, language, and hearing impairments. This practicum is intended to supplement what students learn in academic coursework and will be accomplished under the supervision of a faculty member, clinical staff, or a licensed speech-language pathologist who holds the certificate of clinical competence from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.

    Summer only
  
  • SLP 602 Summer Clinic II (sections I-IV)


    3 credits

    This is an in-house or off-campus practicum assignment for students in the senior year of study. The course is offered in the summer semester and is typically taken after the student has completed SLP 505 , SLP 605 , or SLP 601 . The student will receive hands-on clinical experience in the assessment and remediation of communication disorders in persons with a variety of speech, language, and hearing impairments. This practicum is intended to supplement what students learn in academic coursework and will be accomplished under the supervision of a faculty member, clinical staff, or a licensed speech-language pathologist who holds the certificate of clinical competence from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.

    Summer only
  
  • SLP 605 Clinic II (sec I-IV)


    3 credits

    This is an in-house or off-campus practicum assignment for students in the senior year of study. The course is usually taken after a student has completed SLP 505 . The student will receive hands-on clinical experience in the assessment and remediation of communication disorders in persons with a variety of speech, language, and hearing impairments. This practicum is intended to supplement what students learn in academic coursework and will be accomplished under the supervision of a faculty member, clinical staff, or a licensed speech-language pathologist who holds the certificate of clinical competence from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.

  
  • SLP 610 Fieldwork I


    9 credits

    Students receive supervised clinical experience with persons presenting various speech and/or language disorders, fluency disorders, voice disorders, and dysphagia. This off-campus practicum experience is to be taken in the student’s fifth year of study.

  
  • SLP 620 Fieldwork II


    9 credits

    Students receive supervised clinical experience with persons presenting various speech and/or language disorders, fluency disorders, voice disorders, and dysphagia. This off-campus practicum experience is to be taken in the student’s fifth year of study. This practicum experience is to be taken in the student’s fifth year of study. This course is typically taken after the student has completed SLP 610 .

  
  • SLP 630 Fieldwork III


    6 credits

    Students receive supervised clinical experience with persons presenting various speech and/or language disorders, fluency disorders, voice disorders, and dysphagia. This practicum is to be taken during the summer term following the student’s fifth year of study and/or if all practicum requirements have not been met.

  
  • SLP 650 Professional Issues


    3 credits

    A seminar devoted to issues pertinent to the field of speech-language pathology, including but not limited to pre-professional academic and practicum requirements, accreditation standards, ASHA practice policies and guidelines, legislative and regulatory policies, business practices, reimbursement issues, certification requirements, specialty recognition, licensure requirements, and professional ethics.

    Fall only
  
  • SLP 660 Comprehensive Seminar In Communicative Disorders


    3 credits

    This a 3 credit hour graduate level course that provides extensive study that covers all aspects of the Speech-Language Pathology Program from undergraduate coursework through graduate coursework. The course is designed to cover all nine ASHA areas of specialty, including articulation/phonological disorders, child language disorders, adult language/neurological disorders, voice disorders, fluency disorders, augmentative and alternative communication, dysphagia, research methods, and cultural aspects of communication disorders. The course also covers all 7 areas of the PRAXIS SLP, including, basic human communication, phonological and language disorders, speech disorders, neurogenic disorders, audiology/hearing, clinical management, professional issues, psychometrics, and research.

  
  • SLP 680 Thesis Option


    3 credits

    Independent design and implementation of a research study under the supervision of a faculty member.


Special Education

  
  • SPE 111 Special Education and Exceptional Learners


    3 credits

    This course prepares education majors to understand the nature and purpose of special education; its historical, legal, and structural bases; and how it attempts to understand and meet the needs of students with various disabilities.

  
  • SPE 211 Educational Assessment


    3 credits

    This course familiarizes future teachers with the uses of assessment in educational settings. Basic concepts of measurement; the types and uses of assessments, both formal and informal, in the education process will be described; and legal and ethical considerations in assessment will be explored. This course will prepare students to further develop and refine their skills in assessment in subsequent coursework and practicum.

  
  • SPE 311 Transition


    3 credits

    This course prepares special education majors to develop and implement transition plans needed by students with disabilities as they prepare to experience post-secondary opportunities, including post-secondary training and education, and community living skills.

  
  • SPE 361 Intensive Reading, Writing, and Math Instruction


    3 credits

    This course prepares special education majors to use specially designed instruction and assistive technology to help students with learning problems (i.e., primarily students with Learning Disabilities enrolled in Learning Support Programs), most of whom are included in regular education, to develop oral language, reading, writing, and math skills.

  
  • SPE 362 Methods High Incidence


    3 credits

    This course prepares education majors to teach students with learning problems (i.e., primarily students with Learning Disabilities), including those that are inclusion-based.

  
  • SPE 363 Methods Low Incidence


    3 credits

    This upper level course focuses on the characteristics of students with low incidence disabilities across the life span and prepares students to educate and support these students in a variety of settings.

  
  • SPE 364 Methods PDD


    3 credits

    This course will familiarize students with the characteristics of students with autism spectrum disorders and help students develop skills necessary to implement educational and behavioral intervention with these students. Research findings and strategies to support students in a variety of settings, including inclusive classrooms, will be discussed.

  
  • SPE 365 Methods and Management/Emotional Support


    3 credits

    This course prepares special education majors to teach in middle and secondary-level therapeutic emotional support programs, including those that implement inclusion.

  
  • SPE 411 Inclusive Practices


    3 credits

    This course prepares special education majors to support students with disabilities included in regular education programs and collaborate with their teachers to facilitate students’ success.


Sport Management

  
  • SMG 101 Introduction to Sport Management


    3 credits

    The course examines the discipline of sport management. Areas to be covered include: careers in the industry, growth trends in the industry, and an overview of the management of a variety of sport organizations including professional and intercollegiate athletics.

  
  • SMG 110 Sport in Society


    3 credits

    This course provides students with an understanding of the relationship between sport and the society we live in. Theoretical framework, assumptions, and principles associated with this phenomenon will be examined. Students will be encouraged to think critically about sport and the place it holds in social life. Using this body of knowledge, the student will complete a research paper on a topic such as deviance in sport, youth sports, sport and race, etc.

    Prerequisite(s): SMG 101  
  
  • SMG 201 Sport and Athletic Administration


    3 credits

    Sport and Athletic Administration will provide the student an understanding of the various components and activities involved in an athletic or sport program administration. The inter-relationship within the institution, tasks to be performed, policies, and procedures will be examined. Attention will also be given to the role of the organization’s sport or athletic leader.

    Prerequisite(s): SMG 101  
  
  • SMG 210 Sport Event and Facility Management


    3 credits

    This course investigates the fundamental principles in sport event and facility management. Various managerial practices will be analyzed. Topics to be discussed include, but are not limited to, risk management, event planning, housekeeping and maintenance, and current trends in the industry.

    Prerequisite(s): SMG 101  
  
  • SMG 220 Practicum in Sport Management


    1-3 credits

    This course provides students with the opportunity to apply learned sport management skills, theories, and ideas in a work experience. This course will allow a student to bridge the gap between classroom learning and practical application in a sport setting. This course is optional. The practicum will be a minimum of four weeks working forty-five hours per credit earned.

    Prerequisite(s): SMG 101 , SMG 110 , and completion of at least 30 credits
  
  • SMG 301 Sport Marketing


    3 credits

    This course focuses on the application of marketing principles and practices relevant to the sport industry. Theoretical and practical applications of marketing professional and amateur sports are examined.

    Prerequisite(s): SMG 101  and BUS 269  
  
  • SMG 310 Sport Law


    3 credits

    Sport Law examines the legal environment in which professional and amateur sports presently operate. Included will be aspects of tort, contract, labor, and antitrust law as they apply to the sport industry.

    Prerequisite(s): SMG 101 , SMG 110 , and BUS 352  
  
  • SMG 401 Sport Economics


    3 credits

    This comprehensive course focuses on methods and procedures as they apply to the economics of sport. Areas such as cost analysis, purchasing, budgeting, and what a franchise means to a municipality will be examined.

    Prerequisite(s): SMG 101 , SMG 110 , and BUS 207 
  
  • SMG 410 Sport Management Internship


    1-12 credits

    This course provides students with the opportunity to apply learned sport management skills, theories, and ideas in a work experience. The internship is designed to be an in-depth experience and students are encouraged to consider internship sites that reflect their own career aspirations in the sport industry. The internship requires 45 work hours per each 1 academic credit hour.

    Prerequisite(s): SMG 101 , SMG 110 , SMG 301 , SMG 310 , completion of at least 90 credits and permission of the instructor

Teacher Education (Undergraduate Program)

  
  • TED 100 Education Seminar


    0 credit

    The purpose of this seminar is to prepare students to successfully complete the TED program. The course explores the people, procedures, and policies of the TED program, the state requirements of TED students, the curriculum and course sequences of the TED program, and the TED field experience program.

    Corequisite(s): TED 190 
  
  • TED 121 Educational Technology


    3 credits

    This course introduces students to educational technology. The course seeks to expose students to a variety of different technologies, including assistive technology, used in education. Students will develop competence in using technology, and explore different ways in which technology can be used effectively in teaching/learning situations.

  
  • TED 131 Cultural Awareness


    1 credit

    This course focuses on preparing future teachers to understand the challenges presented by English Language Learners (ELLs) enrolled in their classrooms. This course has a service learning component.

    Corequisite(s): TED 191  
  
  • TED 190 Education Seminar Field


    0 credit

    After completing TED 100  Education Seminar, students participate in this on-campus seminar (last two-thirds of the semester). It introduces students (all majors) to the purposes and expectations of the TED’s field experience requirements. Faculty and guest presenters, including district administrators and classroom teachers, help students prepare to effectively participate in required field experiences. Students must “shadow” a teacher for an entire day. Note: Students must possess current clearances required by PA law.

    Corequisite(s): TED 100  
  
  • TED 191 Freshman Field


    0 credit

    This Stage One field experience is designed to help pre-service teachers interact with diverse learners. Students must complete a minimum of twenty (20) hours tutoring at an after school program working with diverse learners and must complete a series of projects. This field is taken concurrently with TED 131  Cultural Awareness and will be integrated in the course. Note: Students must possess current clearances required by PA law.

    Corequisite(s): TED 131  
  
  • TED 232 Educational Psychology


    3 credits

    Also offered as PSY 342 : Educational Psychology. This course introduces students to current learning that explains how learning occurs, both typically and atypically, from birth through adolescence. This course prepares students to use learning theories to explain and critique teaching and formal testing methods used with students at various stages of development. Students may not receive credit for both TED 231 and TED 232, nor for both PSY 342  and TED 232. (Previously offered as TED 231: Learning)

  
  • TED 242 Child Development


    3 credits

    This course introduces students to the sequence of child development and to key factors that interact to govern how children grow and develop across domains. The processes and stages of growth and development through childhood are explored, with an emphasis on using the core concepts and research findings to create supportive, developmentally appropriate environments (including educational environments) that enhance growth and well-being.

    Prerequisite(s): PSY 123 
  
  • TED 243 Adolescent Development


    3 credits

    This course prepares middle-level and secondary education majors to understand the physical growth and development of adolescents and explain how factors associated with adolescence affect educational programs and decisions. Note: Students must possess current clearances required by PA law.

    Prerequisite(s): PSY 123  
    Corequisite(s): TED 292  
  
  • TED 271 Classroom Management


    2 credits

    This course introduces all education majors to evidence-based practices relative to managing classrooms and student behaviors. Education majors explore the challenges they will face as teachers as they create safe classrooms conducive to learning, help students regulate their own behavior, and establish fair and consistent classroom practices. This course also addresses the needs of students with disabilities as research-based routines and techniques are examined to help teachers manage student behaviors across various levels and settings. This course is followed by a 1-credit course which focuses on early childhood, middle level or secondary grade bands. Note: Students must possess current clearances required by PA law.

    Prerequisite(s): ECE 242 or TED 243 , TED 232  
    Corequisite(s): TED 293  
  
  • TED 292 Sophomore Field I


    0 credit

    This Stage Two field experience is designed to help pre-service teachers observe, interact and collaborate with early education practitioners. In addition pre-service teachers will create hands-on activities as well as lesson plans and materials needed using developmentally appropriate practices. Students must complete a minimum of twenty-five (25) hours observing veteran classroom teachers and must complete a series of projects. Note: Students must possess current clearances required by PA law.

    Prerequisite(s): TED 242 , TED 232 
    Corequisite(s): TED 250 for ECE/SPE majors; TED 243  for Middle Level or Secondary Ed majors
  
  • TED 293 Sophomore Field II


    0 credit

    This Stage Two field experience is designed to help pre-service teachers understand the daily responsibilities of classroom teachers relative to managing classrooms, motivating students, and creating environments conducive to learning. Students must complete a minimum of twenty-five (25) hours observing veteran classroom teachers and must complete a series of projects. This field is taken concurrently with TED 271 Classroom Management  and will be integrated in the course. Note: Students must possess current clearances required by PA law.

    Prerequisite(s): TED 242  or TED 243 , TED 232 
    Corequisite(s): TED 271 
  
  • TED 310 Teaching Pennsylvania History


    1 credit

    Also offered as HIS 310. This junior level course examines Pennsylvania history from its beginnings to the present. The political, social, and cultural contributions of individuals and groups, as well as documents and artifacts, are examined. Students who have previously taken the course as HIS 310 may not take TED 310, except for the purposes of grade replacement.

    Prerequisite(s): HIS 103 , HIS 104 , TED 243  and TED 351  
  
  • TED 351 Introduction to Instructional Planning for Middle/SecEd


    1 credit

    This junior level course prepares students to begin the lesson and unit planning processes. During this course students write instructional objectives, plan lessons, and learn about the unit planning process.

    Prerequisite(s): TED 232  
    Corequisite(s): TED 396  
  
  • TED 357 Curriculum and Methods: Middle Level


    3 credits

    This junior-level course prepares middle-level majors (Grades 4-8) to understand the unique nature and purpose of middle schools and their curricula, and identify and use developmentally responsive planning, teaching, and assessment techniques to meet the needs of young adolescents, including integrated students with disabilities, those who are ELLs, and students who are gifted. The course addresses a series of generic topics for all students enrolled and, relative to students’ specializations, topics specifically related to (A) English/Language Arts, (B) Mathematics, (C) Science, and (D) Social Studies. Students must address two of the four specializations.

    Prerequisite(s): TED 351  
    Corequisite(s): TED 397  
  
  • TED 368 Reading Methods: Middle Level


    3 credits

    This course prepares middle level education majors (Grades 4-8) to use research-based standards oriented techniques to teach students, including those with disabilities who are included in their classrooms, to improve their reading skills. Its foci include developmental reading, content area reading, remedial reading, and introduces students to specially designed instruction that might be used by special education teachers.

    Prerequisite(s): TED 351 , SPE 111 
  
  • TED 369 Curriculum and Methods in Secondary Education


    3 credits

    This course prepares secondary education students to identify, develop, and use a variety of planning, teaching, and assessment methods appropriate for secondary education, including those which include students with disabilities and other atypical learners. During the course, students are required to develop a course, a unit, and component lessons to teach content and learning processes, and deliver demonstration lessons to their classmates. Students define standards-based curriculum, state how it is established and governed, and identify the specific content area curricula they must address as teachers.

    Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of freshman and sophomore TED course sequences.
    Corequisite(s): Students enrolled in this course must co-register for the designated field component, TED 397 .
  
  • TED 377 Classroom Management in Secondary Education


    1 credit

    This course identifies the classroom management challenges unique to today’s diverse secondary classrooms. It identifies a series of routines and techniques appropriate for use in secondary classrooms.

  
  • TED 378 Classroom Management in Middle Level Education


    1 credit

    This course identifies the classroom management challenges unique to middle level classrooms. It identifies a series of routines and techniques which might be used by teachers in middle level classrooms.

  
  • TED 388 Language Arts Methods


    3 credits

    This course prepares students to provide instruction to middle level students in the language arts. The primary focus is to familiarize students with state and professional standards, research-based practices, curriculum, methods, materials, and assessment measures used to implement effective teaching and learning. During this course students prepare to use a series of specialized methods and materials designed to teach students with atypical learning styles, including those with disabilities, and students who are not proficient in the English language.

  
  • TED 396 Practicum I


    0 credit

    This Stage Three field experience is designed to help pre-service teachers with the implementation of lessons, assessments, and materials. Students must complete a minimum of fifty (50) hours of observation and small or whole group instruction in the classroom setting and must complete a series of projects. This field is taken concurrently with an upper level education course (dependent on major) and will be integrated in the course. This is a supervised practicum. Note: Students must possess current clearances required by PA law.

    Corequisite(s): ECE 382  for ECE/SPE majors; TED 351  for Middle Level and Secondary Ed majors
  
  • TED 397 Practicum II


    0 credit

    This Stage Three field experience is designed to help pre-service candidates understand how they should plan, teach, and assess students. Students must complete a minimum of fifty (50) hours observing veteran classroom teachers and must complete a series of projects. This field is taken concurrently with SPE 362  for ECE/SPE majors, with TED 357  for Middle Level majors and TED 369  for Secondary Education majors and will be integrated into each course. This is a supervised practicum. Note: Students must possess current clearances required by PA law.

    Prerequisite(s): TED 232 , TED 271 , SPE 111 , SPE 211  
    Corequisite(s): SPE 362  Methods for High Incidence Disabilities for ECE/SPE majors, TED 357  for Middle Level majors and TED 369  for Secondary Education majors.
  
  • TED 401 Senior Seminar


    0 credit

    This semester-long seminar prepares students (all majors) to participate in the national teachers examination and other high stakes assessments used in teacher certification. It also helps students identify and negotiate the processes and procedures they must complete to become certified in Pennsylvania and in other states. The seminar prepares students to identify open teaching positions, prepare applications and presentation portfolios, interview for teaching positions, and plan and present demonstration lessons.

  
  • TED 411 Professional Practice


    2 credits

    This course will focus on the values that underpin procedures, rules and expectations for professionals in the educational field. In addition, candidates will focus on making sure every student has equitable learning environments while responding to children’s cultural context for understanding their actions and intentions. Use of appropriate interactions between teacher and students and among students will also be discussed. Pennsylvania’s Code of Professional Practice and Conduct and other professional codes will be discussed. This course will also support students in preparation of a professional portfolio.

  
  • TED 412 English Language Learners


    2 credits

    This course focuses on preparing future teachers to address the challenges presented by English Language Learners (ELLs) enrolled in their classrooms through identification of research-based methods and materials.

  
  • TED 443 Parent Conferencing


    1 credit

    This senior-level course prepares students (all majors) to plan and conduct parent conferences and to participate in meetings, such as those conducted by planning teams for IEPs. It emphasizes ways to develop partnerships and cooperation with parents and families. Students prepare to develop written educational reports.

  
  • TED 445 Independent Study


    Variable credits

    This course provides students with the opportunity to work independently with the TED faculty to explore specific topics in education.

  
  • TED 480 Special Topics


    Variable credits

    Topics vary from semester to semester and will be announced with pre-registration information.

  
  • TED 495 Practicum III


    0 credit

    This Stage Three field experience is designed to help candidates understand how they should plan, teach, and assess in learning support programs. Students must complete a minimum of fifty (50) hours in a setting where appropriate special education services are delivered observing veteran classroom teachers and must complete a series of projects. This field is taken concurrently with either SPE 363  for ECE/SPE majors or SPE 411  for Middle Level and Secondary Education majors and will be integrated in the courses. This is a supervised practicum. Note: Students must possess current clearances required by PA law.

    Prerequisite(s): TED 231, TED 271 , SPE 111 , SPE 211 , SPE 363  for ECE/SPE majors, SPE 411  for Middle Level and Secondary Education majors.
  
  • TED 496 Senior Field


    0 credit

    During the semester they are not enrolled in Student Teaching (TED 497), seniors are expected to independently propose and then complete a series of activities. The activities might be completed in specially selected community classrooms or in related settings (e.g., a group home, a tutorial setting, a business or industry, etc.). Students majoring in SECED/Biology or SECED/CHE must complete their senior field on campus assisting professors in lab classes.

  
  • TED 498 Student Teaching


    9 credits

    The culminating activity of the university’s TED places students (all majors) in classroom situations where they complete their development as teachers by demonstrating their abilities to fully function as classroom teachers. TED students spend the first half of the student-teaching semester in one setting and the second half in another. In each placement, student teachers work under the guidance and supervision of master teachers and university supervisors. NB: TED 498 may only be taken by students graduating after January 1, 2013.


Transition Doctor of Physical Therapy

  
  • TDPT 801 Orientation to Doctoral Studies


    1 credit

    This is the first of six courses in the transition doctor of physical therapy curriculum. This course is designed as an orientation to the doctoral curriculum as well as issues related to program content, expectations and delivery. Course content will include distance education principles and procedures, professional standards of practice, professional ethics, advanced clinical decision-making, evidence based practice, service learning and professional socialization of an autonomous practitioner.

  
  • TDPT 803 Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapy


    3 credits

    This is one of six courses in the transition doctor of physical therapy curriculum. This course is designed with the practicing physical therapist in mind. It builds upon Orientation to Doctoral Studies (TDPT 801 ) and focuses on the content area of cardiopulmonary physical therapy across the lifespan. Course content includes integration of moderating variables, screening and diagnostic procedures, professional standards of practice, professional ethics, advanced clinical decision-making, evidence-based practice, service learning and professional socialization of an autonomous practitioner.

    Prerequisite(s): TDPT 801 
  
  • TDPT 805 Integumentary Physical Therapy


    3 credits

    This is one of six courses in the transition doctor of physical therapy curriculum. This course is designed with the practicing physical therapist in mind. It builds upon Orientation to Doctoral Studies (TDPT 801 ) and focuses on the content area of integumentary physical therapy across the lifespan. Course content includes integration of moderating variables, screening and diagnostic procedures, professional standards of practice, professional ethics, advanced clinical decision-making, evidence-based practice, service learning and professional socialization of an autonomous practitioner.

    Prerequisite(s): TDPT 801 
  
  • TDPT 807 Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy


    3 credits

    This is one of six courses in the transition doctor of physical therapy curriculum. This course is designed with the practicing physical therapist in mind. It builds upon Orientation to Doctoral Studies (TDPT 801 ) and focuses on the content area of musculoskeletal physical therapy across the lifespan. Course content includes integration of moderating variables, screening and diagnostic procedures, professional standards of practice, professional ethics, advanced clinical decision-making, evidence-based practice, service-learning and professional socialization of an autonomous practitioner.

    Prerequisite(s): TDPT 801  
  
  • TDPT 809 Neuromuscular Physical Therapy


    3 credits

    This is one of six courses in the transition doctor of physical therapy curriculum. This course is designed with the practicing physical therapist in mind. It builds upon Orientation to Doctoral Studies (TDPT 801 ) and focuses on the content area of neuromuscular physical therapy across the lifespan. Course content includes integration of moderating variables, screening and diagnostic procedures, professional standards of practice, professional ethics, advanced clinical decision-making, evidence-based practice, service-learning and professional socialization of an autonomous practitioner.

    Prerequisite(s): TDPT 801 
  
  • TDPT 810 Proposal Development


    1 credit

    This is one of six required courses in the transition doctor of physical therapy program. During completion of this course the student will develop a service learning proposal that has the potential to be implemented. Service-learning is a structured experiential learning experience that provides students with the opportunity to meet academic objectives through provision of community service. When possible, students will work with community members to identify needs and develop and implement projects to address those needs and then reflect on the value of the experience for the community and themselves.

    Prerequisite(s): TDPT 801  , Written approval of the topic for the proposal from one of the primary course instructors.

Military Science

  
  • MIL 100 Physical Fitness Training


    1 credit

    U.S. Army Master Fitness trainers supervise a comprehensive fitness program based on the latest military fitness techniques and principles. The classes are conducted on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings. Classes are held at the King’s College Scandlon Fitness Center or other facilities in the Wilkes-Barre area and are one hour each.

  
  • MIL 211 Concepts of Leadership I


    1 credit

    Military Science 211 and 212 courses introduce Cadets to the personal challenges and competencies that are critical for effective leadership. Cadets learn how the personal development of life skills such as critical thinking, goal setting, time management, physical fitness, and stress management relate to leadership and officership. The courses help students develop a basic knowledge and understanding of Army leader attributes and core leader competencies and understand the role of R.O.T.C. and its purpose in the Army. In addition to classroom instruction all students enrolled in Military Science 211/212 will participate in Army Physical Training three days a week, Military Leadership Labs once a week, and a Battalion Level Field Training Exercise each semester. Classes are one hour and meet once each week.

  
  • MIL 212 Concepts of Leadership II


    1 credit

    Military Science 211 and 212 courses introduce Cadets to the personal challenges and competencies that are critical for effective leadership. Cadets learn how the personal development of life skills such as critical thinking, goal setting, time management, physical fitness, and stress management relate to leadership and officership. The courses help students develop a basic knowledge and understanding of Army leader attributes and core leader competencies and understand the role of R.O.T.C. and its purpose in the Army. In addition to classroom instruction all students enrolled in Military Science 211/212 will participate in Army Physical Training three days a week, Military Leadership Labs once a week, and a Battalion Level Field Training Exercise each semester. Classes are one hour and meet once each week.

  
  • MIL 221 Dynamics of Leadership I


    2 credits

    The Military Science and Leadership 221 and 222 courses will highlight dimensions of terrain analysis, patrolling, and operation orders. Additional learning objectives of this course are to explore leadership in the operational environment incorporating tactical strategies and team development. Cadets will continue to explore theoretical foundations of the Army leadership framework and investigate adaptive leadership in the context of military operations. This course is designed to provide the student with a glimpse of future subjects and to provide the student with enough information to make an informed decision on their interest level for this course. In addition to classroom instruction all students enrolled in Military Science 221/222 will participate in Army Physical Training three days a week, Military Leadership Labs once a week, and a Battalion Level Field Training Exercise each semester. Classes are two hours and meet once each week.

  
  • MIL 222 Dynamics of Leadership II


    2 credits

    The Military Science and Leadership 221 and 222 courses will highlight dimensions of terrain analysis, patrolling, and operation orders. Additional learning objectives of this course are to explore leadership in the operational environment incorporating tactical strategies and team development. Cadets will continue to explore theoretical foundations of the Army leadership framework and investigate adaptive leadership in the context of military operations. This course is designed to provide the student with a glimpse of future subjects and to provide the student with enough information to make an informed decision on their interest level for this course. In addition to classroom instruction all students enrolled in Military Science 221/222 will participate in Army Physical Training three days a week, Military Leadership Labs once a week, and a Battalion Level Field Training Exercise each semester. Classes are two hours and meet once each week.

  
  • MIL 231 Basic Military Leadership I


    2 credits

    The Military Science 231 and 232 courses challenge Cadets to study, practice, and evaluate leadership skills as they are presented with the demands of preparing for the R.O.T.C. Leader Development and Assessment Course (LDAC). Students are presented with challenging scenarios related to small-unit tactical operations in order to develop self-awareness and critical-thinking skills. Cadets are expected to apply effective oral and written communications skills to operations. Cadets receive systematic and specific feedback from peers and instructors on their leadership values, attributes, skills, and actions. In addition to classroom instruction all students enrolled in Military Science 231/232 will participate in Army Physical Training four days a week, Military Leadership Labs once a week, and a Battalion Level Field Training Exercise each semester. Classes are two hours each week.

    Prerequisite(s): Advanced placement credit.
  
  • MIL 232 Basic Military Leadership II


    1 credit

    The Military Science 231 and 232 courses challenge Cadets to study, practice, and evaluate leadership skills as they are presented with the demands of preparing for the R.O.T.C. Leader Development and Assessment Course (LDAC). Students are presented with challenging scenarios related to small-unit tactical operations in order to develop self-awareness and critical-thinking skills. Cadets are expected to apply effective oral and written communications skills to operations. Cadets receive systematic and specific feedback from peers and instructors on their leadership values, attributes, skills, and actions. In addition to classroom instruction all students enrolled in Military Science 231/232 will participate in Army Physical Training four days a week, Military Leadership Labs once a week, and a Battalion Level Field Training Exercise each semester. Classes are two hours each week.

    Prerequisite(s): Advanced placement credit.
  
  • MIL 241 Advanced Military Leadership I


    2 credits

    Military Science and Leadership 241 and 242 are designed to develop a student’s proficiency in leading, planning, executing, and assessing complex operations, as well as functioning as a member of a staff and providing leadership-performance feedback to subordinates. These courses provide students with situational opportunities to assess risk, analyze Military History, make ethical decisions and provide mentoring to fellow Military Science students. Students are expected to analyze and evaluate their own leadership skills, as well as those of fellow cadets in order to further develop those leadership abilities. In addition to classroom instruction all students enrolled in Military Science 241/242 will participate in Army Physical Training four days a week, Military Leadership Labs once a week, and a Battalion Level Field Training Exercise each semester. Additionally, all MS 241 Cadets will take part in a Military Staff Ride to a National Battlefield as part of the course and their professional development. Classes are two hours each week.

  
  • MIL 242 Advanced Military Leadership II


    1 credit

    Military Science and Leadership 241 and 242 are designed to develop a student’s proficiency in leading, planning, executing, and assessing complex operations, as well as functioning as a member of a staff and providing leadership-performance feedback to subordinates. These courses provide students with situational opportunities to assess risk, analyze Military History, make ethical decisions and provide mentoring to fellow Military Science students. Students are expected to analyze and evaluate their own leadership skills, as well as those of fellow cadets in order to further develop those leadership abilities. In addition to classroom instruction all students enrolled in Military Science 241/242 will participate in Army Physical Training four days a week, Military Leadership Labs once a week, and a Battalion Level Field Training Exercise each semester. Additionally, all MS 241 Cadets will take part in a Military Staff Ride to a National Battlefield as part of the course and their professional development. Classes are two hours each week.

  
  • MIL 251 Leadership Application Laboratory


    no credit

    Every Cadet enrolled in a Military Science course will normally enroll in and attend a weekly two-hour Leadership Lab conducted each Wednesday or Thursday afternoon. Leadership Labs are designed to allow Cadets to practice the skills and leadership traits they have received in the classroom in a tactical and hands-on setting. Cadets will be trained and tested on a wide-range of Military skills at Leadership Labs throughout the semester. Cadets will receive training and instruction in areas such as Drill and Ceremony, First Aid, Small Unit Tactics/Patrolling, Land Navigation, Weapons Assembly and Disassembly, and much more. Leadership Labs are designed to prepare Cadets to be proficient is skills that they will be expected to demonstrate during the Leadership Develop and Assessment Course held between the MS III and MS IV year. This class meets at various locations in the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton area for two hours each week; it is highly encouraged for students in the basic course and is required for students in the advanced course.

  
  • MIL 252 Leadership Application Laboratory


    no credit

    Every Cadet enrolled in a Military Science course will normally enroll in and attend a weekly two-hour Leadership Lab conducted each Wednesday or Thursday afternoon. Leadership Labs are designed to allow Cadets to practice the skills and leadership traits they have received in the classroom in a tactical and hands-on setting. Cadets will be trained and tested on a wide-range of Military skills at Leadership Labs throughout the semester. Cadets will receive training and instruction in areas such as Drill and Ceremony, First Aid, Small Unit Tactics/Patrolling, Land Navigation, Weapons Assembly and Disassembly, and much more. Leadership Labs are designed to prepare Cadets to be proficient is skills that they will be expected to demonstrate during the Leadership Develop and Assessment Course held between the MS III and MS IV year. This class meets at various locations in the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton area for two hours each week; it is highly encouraged for students in the basic course and is required for students in the advanced course.


Statistics

  
  • STA 255 Computational Statistics


    3 credits

    Using statistical software for data management, graphical and numerical descriptive statistics, and inferential statistics analysis.

    Prerequisite(s): MTH 116  or MTH 315  
    Spring
  
  • STA 325 Design of Experiments


    3 credits

    Completely randomized, randomized block, Latin square, factorial and fractional factorial designs.

    Prerequisite(s): MTH 116  
    Spring
  
  • STA 335 Regression Analysis


    3 credits

    Polynomial and multiple regression, residual analysis, applications to models.

    Prerequisite(s): MTH 116  
    Fall
  
  • STA 413 Statistics Cooperative Education


    3-6 credits

    Academic study combined with work experience in the community.

    Prerequisite(s): Prerequisite determined by project requirements
  
  • STA 415 Sampling


    3 credits

    Sampling methods including random and stratified sampling, unequal probability sampling, cluster and systematic sampling, multistage designs, double sampling.

    Prerequisite(s): MTH 116  or MTH 315  
  
  • STA 428 Nonparametric Statistics


    3 credits

    Nonparametric methods including Sign, Wilcoxon signed rank, Kruskal-Wallis and other distribution-free tests; rank correlation.

    Prerequisite(s): MTH 116  or MTH 315  
  
  • STA 430 ANOVA


    3 credits

    Develops statistical model for the analysis of variance with applications to regression analysis, testing equality of means, fixed and random effects, theory of designs.

    Prerequisite(s): MTH 116  or MTH 315  
  
  • STA 480 Independent Study


    1-3 credits

    Special investigation of a selected topic.

    Prerequisite(s): Prerequisite determined by the topic selected.
  
  • STA 486 Special Topics in Statistics


    3 credits

    Topics vary from semester to semester and will be announced with preregistration information.

    Prerequisite(s): Prerequisite determined by the topic selected.
 

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