May 24, 2024

2016-2017 Graduate Catalog

2016-2017 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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Public Administration
	PUAD 6033 - Special Graduate Topics in Administration of Justice 3 (3-0) Prerequisite(s): 15 hours of Public Administration or consent of instructor. Topics vary. May be repeated with different content. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PUAD 6053 - Graduate Seminar in Public Policy Analysis 3 (3-0) Prerequisite(s): 15 hours of Public Administration including PUAD 5023 , or its equivalent, or consent of instructor. This course develops capacities to both conduct and utilize analyses of public policies as part of the decision making process. Both quantitative and non-quantitative skills are emphasized. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PUAD 6063 - Graduate Seminar in Advanced Research 3 (3-0) Prerequisite(s): Must have completed at least 15 credit hours of core courses and completed PUAD 5023 , or have permission of the instructor. The course focuses on defining a clear research question, effective literature reviews, and critically reviewing published research. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PUAD 6093 - Graduate Internship 3 Prerequisite(s): 9 hours of Public Administration and consent of faculty advisor. Application of textbook knowledge to real-world work experience in a public agency. Internships are arranged only for students without significant professional-level work experience. Open only to MPA majors. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PUAD 6983 - Thesis 6 Prerequisite(s): Completion of 27 hours of graduate course work in Public Administration and/or a related subject areas as approved by the student’s advisor and consent of the Graduate Coordinator. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	PUAD 6993 - Thesis 6 Prerequisite(s): Completion of 27 hours of graduate course work in Public Administration and/or a related subject areas as approved by the student’s advisor and consent of the Graduate Coordinator. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
Radiologic Sciences
	RADS 5003 - Research Methods I 3 (3-0) Prerequisite(s): RADS 5013 and an undergraduate statistics course. This course explores the process of scholarly research design including qualitative and quantitative methodologies appropriate to the research process in the Radiologic Sciences. It provides opportunities for the critical analysis of published research using appropriate APA format. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	RADS 5013 - Contemporary Trends in Radiologic Science 3 (3-0) This course explores current professional issues in Radiologic Sciences and the health care delivery system. Students will explore, analyze, and evaluate advances that impact all disciplines of radiologic science. Content includes such topics as health care reform, professional practice issues, educational standards and technological advances, and writing with APA format. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	RADS 5023 - Legal and Regulatory Considerations 3 (3-0) This course presents an overview of the legal issues, concepts, laws, and regulations facing the health care industry and higher education. Students will explore these in the context of the daily professional practice of radiology administrators, educators, and radiologist assistants. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	RADS 5033 - Leadership for Change in Radiologic Science 3 (3-0) Application of theories and models of leadership and change to practice in the radiologic sciences. Students will explore, analyze, and evaluate contemporary and historical theories of leadership and change, and develop strategies for use in the professional practice of radiology administrators, educators, and radiologist assistants in the rapidly changing health care delivery system. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	RADS 5043 - Patient Interactions 3 (3-0) Prerequisite(s): Radiologist Assistant majors only. This advanced level professional skills course helps the radiologist assistant develop more advanced and independent patient care skills. It includes such direct patient care as management of tubes and lines, advanced pharmacology interactions, and overall image observation skills. It also includes identifying appropriate imaging modalities for various clinical pathways, information management including clinical reporting, and auditing systems. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	RADS 5103 - Management Techniques for Radiologic Administrators 3 (3-0) Prerequisite(s): RADS 5013 and RADS 5023 or consent of Graduate Coordinator. An in-depth study of the administrative requirements for radiologic administrators within the health care environment. Emphasis will be placed on organizational behavior theory and practices as they pertain to personnel management, staffing issues/strategies, performance appraisal, risk management, policies/procedures, time management, interview techniques/strategies, departmental scheduling, computer software applications, and the wellness paradigm. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	RADS 5124 - Financial Management in Radiologic Administration 4 (4-0) Prerequisite(s): RADS 5013 and RADS 5023 or consent of Graduate Coordinator. Examination of fiscal management in health care organizations in relation to economic and societal trends. Emphasis will be placed on the use of fiscal information in decision-making, and the implications of financial management decisions on radiology services and health care delivery. Budgeting, marketing, cost analysis, cost finding, rate setting, and cost containment will be included. The impact of new technologies such as PACS will be explored. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	RADS 5153 - RA Procedures I 3 (3-0) Prerequisite(s): Radiologist Assistant majors only. This course prepares the radiologist assistant for clinical medical imaging of the chest. Students complete reading and writing assignments, take online quizzes, participate in classroom and online discussions, do research, and make presentations on assigned topics. Students also participate in rigorous in-class image reviews to demonstrate their understanding of the course content. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	RADS 5174 - Clinical Preceptorship I 4 (1-24) Prerequisite(s): Radiologist Assistant majors only. This clinical course will focus on chest imaging procedures. Students present one (1) case study to reinforce appropriate medical imaging clinical pathways. In addition to scheduled in-class activities, the students observe and participate in radiographic procedures and imaging under the direct supervision of preceptor radiologists for at least twenty-four (24) clinical hours per week. Students document their clinical competencies and professional accomplishments in a portfolio. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	RADS 5204 - Curriculum Development in Radiologic Education 4 (4-0) Prerequisite(s): RADS 5013 and RADS 5023 or consent of Graduate Coordinator. This course provides an in-depth study of radiologic sciences curriculum development, implementation, and evaluation. Institutional and professional requirements and constraints will be examined for their effect on the curriculum. Teaching methods for courses will be discussed for various curriculum structures and levels. Various curriculum design models as well as decision-making strategies will be included. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	RADS 5223 - Administration of Radiologic Education Programs 3 (3-0) Prerequisite(s): RADS 5013 and RADS 5023 or consent of Graduate Coordinator. This course focuses on the planning, administration, and evaluation of radiologic education programs in the various disciplines. Includes recruitment and retention of students, accreditation issues, budgeting, facilities planning, personnel relations and evaluations, public relations, and educational policy formation. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	RADS 5233 - Administrative Radiology Evidence-Based Project 3 (3-0) Prerequisite(s): RADS 5003 , RADS 5013 , RADS 5023 , RADS 5033 , RADS 5103 , RADS 5124 . (formerly 5235) Students will use radiologic sciences administration and management best practices to propose, conduct, and evaluate a faculty-approved evidence-based project. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	RADS 5243 - Radiologic Education Evidence-Based Project 3 (3-0) Prerequisite(s): RADS 5003 , RADS 5013 , RADS 5023 , RADS 5033 , RADS 5204 , RADS 5223 . (formerly 5245) In this course students will identify and complete an evidence-based project within the area of radiologic education. The design of this course affords the student the opportunity to apply knowledge and skills obtained throughout the program to the planning, administration, and evaluation of a faculty approved project. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	RADS 5253 - RA Procedures II 3 (3-0) Prerequisite(s): RADS 5043 , RADS 5153 , and RADS 5174 or consent of Graduate Coordinator. This course prepares the radiologist assistant for clinical medical imaging procedures involving patient preparation, fluoroscopy, filming for gastrointestinal and genitourinary systems, and non-contrast studies of the abdomen. Students complete reading and writing assignments, take online quizzes, participate in classroom and online discussions, do research, participate in hands-on laboratory experiences, and make presentations. Students also participate in rigorous in-class image reviews to demonstrate their understanding of the course content. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	RADS 5274 - Clinical Preceptorship II 4 (1-24) Prerequisite(s): RADS 5043 , RADS 5153 , and RADS 5174 or consent of Graduate Coordinator. This clinical course will focus on gastrointestinal and genitourinary systems and noncontrast abdomen imaging procedures. Students present two case studies to reinforce appropriate medical imaging clinical pathways. In addition to scheduled in-class activities, the students observe and participate in radiographic procedures and imaging under the direct supervision of preceptor radiologists at least 24 clinical hours per week. Students document their clinical competencies and professional accomplishments in a portfolio. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	RADS 5353 - RA Procedures III 3 (3-0) Prerequisite(s): RADS 5253 and RADS 5274 or consent of Graduate Coordinator. This course prepares the radiologist assistant for clinical medical imaging of the musculoskeletal system. Students complete reading and writing assignments, take online quizzes, participate in classroom and online discussions, do research, and make presentations. Students also participate in rigorous in-class image reviews to demonstrate their understanding of the course content. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	RADS 5374 - Clinical Preceptorship III 4 (1-24) Prerequisite(s): RADS 5253 and RADS 5274 or consent of Graduate Coordinator. This clinical course will focus on musculoskeletal imaging procedures. Students present two case studies to reinforce appropriate medical imaging clinical pathways. In addition to scheduled in-class activities, the students observe and participate in radiographic procedures and imaging under the direct supervision of preceptor radiologists at least 24 clinical hours per week. Students document their clinical competencies and professional accomplishments in a portfolio. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	RADS 5403 - Information Management in Health Sciences 3 (3-0) An independent study course designed to develop the student’s skill in health communications and information management. The course specifically addresses competency skills in computer knowledge, information management, and computer applications. It emphasizes an applied approach to experience with computers and information technologies, encouraging life-long learning skills in information management for the 21st century. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	RADS 5453 - RA Procedures IV 3 (3-0) Prerequisite(s): RADS 5353 and RADS 5374 or consent of Graduate Coordinator. This course prepares the radiologist assistant for patient preparation, fluoroscopy, and filming for selective invasive clinical medical imaging procedures. Students complete reading and writing assignments, take online quizzes, participate in classroom and online discussions, do research, participate in hands-on laboratory experiences, and make presentations. Students also participate in rigorous in-class image reviews to demonstrate their understanding of the course content. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	RADS 5474 - Clinical Preceptorship IV 4 (1-24) Prerequisite(s): RADS 5353 and RADS 5374 or consent of Graduate Coordinator. This clinical course will focus on invasive imaging procedures. Students present one case study to reinforce appropriate medical imaging clinical pathways. In addition to scheduled in-class activities, the students observe and participate in radiographic procedures and imaging under the direct supervision of preceptor radiologists at least twenty-four clinical hours per week. Students document their clinical competencies and professional accomplishments in a portfolio. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	RADS 5553 - RA Procedures V 3 (3-0) Prerequisite(s): RADS 5453 and RADS 5474 or consent of Graduate Coordinator. This course prepares the radiologist assistant for understanding and applying appropriate clinical medical imaging clinical pathways, advanced modalities, and performance improvement. Students complete reading and writing assignments, take online quizzes, participate in classroom and online discussions, do research, participate in hands-on laboratory experiences, and make presentations. Students also participate in rigorous in-class image reviews to demonstrate their understanding of the course content. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	RADS 5574 - Clinical Preceptorship V 4 (1-24) Prerequisite(s): RADS 5453 and RADS 5474 or consent of Graduate Coordinator. This clinical course will focus on all medical imaging procedures with particular attention to advanced modalities and clinical pathways. Students present two case studies to reinforce appropriate medical imaging clinical pathways. In addition to scheduled in-class activities, the students observe and participate in radiographic procedures and imaging under the direct supervision of preceptor radiologists at least 24 clinical hours per week. Students document their clinical competencies and professional accomplishments in a portfolio. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	RADS 6003 - Special Graduate Topics in Radiologic Administration 3 (3-0) Topics will vary. May be repeated with different content. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	RADS 6113 - Special Graduate Topics in Radiologic Education 3 (3-0) Topics will vary. May be repeated with different content. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	RADS 6223 - Independent Graduate Study 3 (3-0) Designed to offer the advanced student an opportunity to select a special area of interest in Radiologic Science for intensive research. May be repeated once for credit. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	RADS 6333 - Special Graduate Topics in Clinical Practice 3 (3-0) Prerequisite(s): Radiologist Assistant majors only. Topics will vary. May be repeated with different content. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	RADS 6443 - Survey Design in Radiologic Sciences 3 (3-0) This course explores the design and administration of electronic and paper-based questionnaires/surveys as part of a research project. Additional topics will include types of questionnaires, presenting and describing survey data, and sampling procedures. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	RADS 6553 - Graduate Data Analysis in Radiologic Sciences 3 (3-0) This course is designed to familiarize graduate students with the calculation and interpretation of common statistical tests and the use of SPSS as a tool in research projects. The student is guided through a series of lessons using SPSS that will both familiarize the student with the software and teach appropriate statistical testing and the interpretation and reporting of results. The course culminates with an application project that showcases all that has been learned in the course. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	RADS 6773 - Research Methods II 3 (3-0) Prerequisite(s): RADS 5003 . This advanced level course explores appropriate research processes as students complete a Radiologic Sciences research project and produce a substantial scholarly paper. It provides opportunities for the critical analysis of published research and requires students to create their own contributions to the body of professional literature. This course also requires students to provide a personal reflection of the research experience. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	RADS 6983 - Thesis 3 Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	RADS 6993 - Thesis 3 Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
Reading Education
	READ 6213 - Foundations of Reading 3 (3-0) Historical, philosophical, physiological, and psychological foundations of reading. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	READ 6223 - Discipline Literacy 3 (3-0) Examines discipline literacy across the content area. Provides an overview of content area reading practices and language arts programs at middle and high school levels; these practices and programs are intended to focus on efficient reading, writing, and study strategies across the curriculum with diverse populations. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	READ 6243 - Current Trends 3 (3-0) Examines current trends in reading instruction. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	READ 6283 - Practicum in Reading 3 (2-2) Designed to provide clinical practice in the correction of reading disabilities in a supervised situation. Field work required. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	READ 6293 - Content Reading 3 (3-0) Survey of current reading and writing development in content subjects. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	READ 6303 - Literacy Coaching 3 (3-0) Examines professional activities in reading education including mentoring and coaching in-service teachers. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	READ 6313 - Reading and Writing Strategies 3 (3-0) Examines reading and writing strategies. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	READ 6403 - Assessment Practicum 3 (1-4) Examines and applies different assessment strategies in a school setting. This course involves the study and use of standardized and informal instruments for determining kinds of reading difficulties. Students will demonstrate competencies in the use of the test instruments, interview procedures, and report writing. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	READ 6903 - Independent Graduate Study in Reading Education 3 (3-0) Prerequisite(s): Approval of graduate advisor is required. Designed to offer the advanced student an opportunity to select a special area of interest in Reading Education for intensive research. May be repeated once for credit. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	READ 6953 - Special Graduate Topics in Reading Education 3 (3-0) Topic as announced. Major project and/or field study with group sharing and analysis. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
Special Education
	SPED 5013 - Exceptional Individuals 3 (3-0) Etiology, characteristics of and concepts related to exceptional individuals. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	SPED 5103 - Survey of Dyslexia and Related Learning Disabilities 3 (3-0) A study of the characteristic symptoms of dyslexia, implications of the disorder, diagnosis, and multisensory and discovery language remediation techniques using the Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children (TSRHC) Take Flight: A Comprehensive Intervention for Students with Dyslexia intervention program. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	SPED 5113 - Promoting Early Language Development of the Dyslexic Student/Practicum Experience 3 (3-3) An introduction to teaching beginning reading, spelling, and handwriting focused on the TSRHC “Take Flight” approach to teaching basic language skills. Teachers plan, present, and evaluate instructional sequences for students with dyslexia. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	SPED 5123 - Reading Fluency Instruction and Assessment for the Dyslexic Student/Practicum Experience 3 (3-3) Prerequisite(s): SPED 5113 . Continuation of training in the TSRHC “Take Flight” based techniques taught in EDUC 5113. Includes a systematic exploration of the articulation of phonemes, fluency, testing procedures, and data collection to evaluate student growth and effectiveness of instructional approach. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	SPED 5133 - Morphological and Syntactical Awareness for the Dyslexic Student/Practicum Experience 3 (3-3) Focuses on provision of comprehensive instruction, including decoding, encoding, written expression, reading comprehension, fluency, and study skills using collection to evaluate student growth and effectiveness of instructional approach. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	SPED 5143 - Cognitive and Linguistic Structure of Written Language for the Dyslexic Student/Practicum Experience 3 (3-3) Focuses on skills for teaching upper level language skills involving reading, spelling, and handwriting using the TSRHC “Take Flight” based approach. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	SPED 5613 - Foundations of Special Education 3 (3-0) Philosophical, historical, and legal foundations of special education. Introduction to roles and responsibilities of the special educator, and legal and ethical requirements of the profession. Theoretical perspectives related to the nature and needs of persons with disabilities; involvement in disability advocacy. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	SPED 5813 - Tier III Reading Strategies 3 (3-0) Explicit, sequential, research-supported reading instruction for students with reading disabilities; focus on students with dyslexia and other reading-related learning disabilities. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	SPED 6013 - Teaching Strategies for Affective Disorders 3 (3-0) Planning effective programming using data-based decision-making, Positive Behavioral Supports, technology, and evidence-based practices. Includes nature and needs of students with emotional/behavioral disorders, and legal issues related to the education of such students. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	SPED 6033 - Early Childhood Special Education 3 (3-0) Strategies for promoting the development of infants and young children with disabilities, using child and family-focused interventions. Emphasis on language development. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	SPED 6613 - Individualized Diagnostic Assessment I 3 (2-2) Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor. Demonstration of competency in administration, scoring, reporting, and interpreting cognitive assessment data. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	SPED 6623 - Individualized Diagnostic Assessment II 3 (2-2) Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor. Demonstration of competency in administration, scoring, reporting, and interpreting achievement tests. Includes curriculum-based measurement and progress monitoring. Extensive fieldwork required. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	SPED 6633 - Vocational, Motor Skills, and Assistive Technology Assessment 3 (2-2) Demonstration of competence in administration, scoring, and interpreting vocational, motor skills, and assistive technology assessments, and knowing when referrals are appropriate. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	SPED 6903 - Independent Graduate Study in Special Education 3 Prerequisite(s): Approval of graduate advisor is required. Designed to offer the advanced student an opportunity to select a specific area of interest in Special Education for intensive research. May be repeated once for credit. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	SPED 6913 - Special Education Law 3 (3-0) Historical foundations of special education law, federal and state regulations, and case law related to special education; includes assessment-related law. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	SPED 6943 - Practicum in Special Education 3 (0-6) Prerequisite(s): 12 hours of special education and consent of instructor. Field experience (90 hours) in a special educational setting specific to the candidate’s career goals. May be repeated for credit. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	SPED 6953 - Special Graduate Topics in Special Education 3 (3-0) Prerequisite(s): 12 graduate hours of special education or consent of instructor. Group investigation of emerging issues in special education. May be repeated with consent of coordinator. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	SPED 6963 - Foundations of Special Education Leadership 3 (3-0) Provides a foundation for candidates who are going to assume leadership positions in the field of special education, with an emphasis on organization and structure of special education programs, policy analysis, and the role of the special education administrator. Includes current legal issues and trends and independent study in an area of interest. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
Sport Administration
	SPAD 5013 - Research Methods in Sport Management 3 (3-0) An introduction to reading, evaluating, conducting, and writing research in the sport management field. A study of the basic methodological approaches to research, writing a literature review, and the basic statistical techniques common in sport management research. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	SPAD 5023 - Leadership in Sport Management 3 (3-0) A study of leadership in sport including a review of philosophical foundations, theoretical foundations, and best practices. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	SPAD 5033 - Ethics & Legal Issues in Sport Management 3 (3-0) Study of ethical and legal issues related to the sport industry and historical foundations of sport law. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	SPAD 5053 - Psychosocial Aspects of Sport 3 (3-0) Theoretical study of the psychosocial dynamics involved in sport and exercise performance. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	SPAD 5063 - Sport in American Culture 3 (3-0) Theoretical study of the historical foundations and interactions between sport, society, and culture. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	SPAD 5073 - Globalization & Sports 3 (3-0) Exploration of the globalization of sports and how global economic, political, and cultural forces influence the sport industry. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	SPAD 5513 - Managing Diversity in Sport Environments 3 (3-0) Examination of the ways in which people differ and how these differences can influence sport organizations. Major topics include age, race, mental and physical ability, gender, sexual orientation, religious beliefs, and social class. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	SPAD 5523 - Event & Facilities Management 3 (3-0) In-depth study of best practices associated with operations and the overall management of sport facilities and event formats. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	SPAD 5533 - Focused Study: Event & Facilities Management 3 (3-0) Designed to offer students an opportunity to develop a facilities-related special event. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	SPAD 5623 - Media & Community Relations in Sport 3 (3-0) Theoretical and practical examination of best practices and trends in media and community relations associated with the sport industry. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	SPAD 5633 - Focused Study: Media & Community Relations in Sport 3 (3-0) Designed to offer students an opportunity to research and create a sport-related media package. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	SPAD 5723 - Sport Marketing & Finance 3 (3-0) Study of applied concepts and practices in sport marketing and finance specific in the field of sport management. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	SPAD 5733 - Focused Study: Sport Marketing & Finance 3 (3-0) Designed to offer students an opportunity to research and develop a plan for marketing and financing a sport organization. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	SPAD 6023 - Graduate Project in Sport Administration 3 (3-0) Practical application of philosophical constructs, skills, and best practices associated with the administration of sport, recreation, and leisure services leading to the completion of a formal written research-supported project or paper. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	SPAD 6053 - Graduate Practicum in Sport Administration 3 (3-0) Prerequisite(s): Students must have completed 9 hours of SPAD coursework and be fully admitted to the Sport Administration program. Designed to offer students an opportunity to work with professionals in the field through practical application of acquired knowledge, skills, and best practices associated with sport management. Students are required to complete 220 contact hours. May be repeated for credit with approval of the instructor and graduate advisor. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	SPAD 6903 - Independent Graduate Study in Sport Administration 3 (3-0) Prerequisite(s): Approval of graduate advisor. Designed to offer the advanced student an opportunity to select a special area of interest in Sport Administration for intensive research. An acceptable research project is required. May be repeated once for credit. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	SPAD 6951 - Special Graduate Topics in Sport Administration 1 (1-0) This course is for students who have completed all coursework required in the major field of study but are still working on a final paper or project. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	SPAD 6953 - Special Graduate Topics in Sport Administration 3 (3-0) A critical analysis of a current sport-related topic. A research paper on the topic is required. May be repeated for credit with approval of graduate advisor. Click here for the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer I 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Summer II 2024 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes

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Course Descriptions

PUAD 6033 - Special Graduate Topics in Administration of Justice

PUAD 6053 - Graduate Seminar in Public Policy Analysis

PUAD 6063 - Graduate Seminar in Advanced Research

PUAD 6093 - Graduate Internship

PUAD 6983 - Thesis

PUAD 6993 - Thesis

RADS 5003 - Research Methods I

RADS 5013 - Contemporary Trends in Radiologic Science

RADS 5023 - Legal and Regulatory Considerations

RADS 5033 - Leadership for Change in Radiologic Science

RADS 5043 - Patient Interactions

RADS 5103 - Management Techniques for Radiologic Administrators

RADS 5124 - Financial Management in Radiologic Administration

RADS 5153 - RA Procedures I

RADS 5174 - Clinical Preceptorship I

RADS 5204 - Curriculum Development in Radiologic Education

RADS 5223 - Administration of Radiologic Education Programs

RADS 5233 - Administrative Radiology Evidence-Based Project

RADS 5243 - Radiologic Education Evidence-Based Project

RADS 5253 - RA Procedures II

RADS 5274 - Clinical Preceptorship II

RADS 5353 - RA Procedures III

RADS 5374 - Clinical Preceptorship III

RADS 5403 - Information Management in Health Sciences

RADS 5453 - RA Procedures IV

RADS 5474 - Clinical Preceptorship IV

RADS 5553 - RA Procedures V

RADS 5574 - Clinical Preceptorship V

RADS 6003 - Special Graduate Topics in Radiologic Administration

RADS 6113 - Special Graduate Topics in Radiologic Education

RADS 6223 - Independent Graduate Study

RADS 6333 - Special Graduate Topics in Clinical Practice

RADS 6443 - Survey Design in Radiologic Sciences

RADS 6553 - Graduate Data Analysis in Radiologic Sciences

RADS 6773 - Research Methods II

RADS 6983 - Thesis

RADS 6993 - Thesis

READ 6213 - Foundations of Reading

READ 6223 - Discipline Literacy

READ 6243 - Current Trends

READ 6283 - Practicum in Reading

READ 6293 - Content Reading

READ 6303 - Literacy Coaching

READ 6313 - Reading and Writing Strategies

READ 6403 - Assessment Practicum

READ 6903 - Independent Graduate Study in Reading Education

READ 6953 - Special Graduate Topics in Reading Education

SPED 5013 - Exceptional Individuals

SPED 5103 - Survey of Dyslexia and Related Learning Disabilities

SPED 5113 - Promoting Early Language Development of the Dyslexic Student/Practicum Experience

SPED 5123 - Reading Fluency Instruction and Assessment for the Dyslexic Student/Practicum Experience

SPED 5133 - Morphological and Syntactical Awareness for the Dyslexic Student/Practicum Experience

SPED 5143 - Cognitive and Linguistic Structure of Written Language for the Dyslexic Student/Practicum Experience

SPED 5613 - Foundations of Special Education

SPED 5813 - Tier III Reading Strategies

SPED 6013 - Teaching Strategies for Affective Disorders

SPED 6033 - Early Childhood Special Education

SPED 6613 - Individualized Diagnostic Assessment I

SPED 6623 - Individualized Diagnostic Assessment II

SPED 6633 - Vocational, Motor Skills, and Assistive Technology Assessment

SPED 6903 - Independent Graduate Study in Special Education

SPED 6913 - Special Education Law

SPED 6943 - Practicum in Special Education

SPED 6953 - Special Graduate Topics in Special Education

SPED 6963 - Foundations of Special Education Leadership

SPAD 5013 - Research Methods in Sport Management

SPAD 5023 - Leadership in Sport Management

SPAD 5033 - Ethics & Legal Issues in Sport Management

SPAD 5053 - Psychosocial Aspects of Sport

SPAD 5063 - Sport in American Culture

SPAD 5073 - Globalization & Sports

SPAD 5513 - Managing Diversity in Sport Environments

SPAD 5523 - Event & Facilities Management

SPAD 5533 - Focused Study: Event & Facilities Management

SPAD 5623 - Media & Community Relations in Sport

SPAD 5633 - Focused Study: Media & Community Relations in Sport

SPAD 5723 - Sport Marketing & Finance

SPAD 5733 - Focused Study: Sport Marketing & Finance

SPAD 6023 - Graduate Project in Sport Administration