SECTION 6: Phys Ed & Rec Studies General Course Descriptions-4000 Level

Course Code	PERS 4100  Credits 3
Title	Current Issues
Description	A capstone course examining current issues and strategies for addressing them in the broad fields related to kinesiology, recreation management, and physical education. Prerequisite: Successful completion of 90 credit hours of course work in the BKin or the BRMCD degree programs.

Course Code	PERS 4200  Credits 3
Title	Special Topics
Description	A theoretical and practical examination of selected topics in the fields of recreation, leisure and kinesiology. Topics will vary depending on faculty expertise and student need. Prerequisites: [PERS 1400 or REC 1400 (123.140)(C)] or [PERS 1500 or PHED 1500 (057.150)(C)] or [PERS 1200 or PHED 1200 (057.120)] or departmental approval.

Course Code	PERS 4600  Credits 3
Title	Directed Studies
Description	Completion of an independent study or fieldwork experience, including a major written submission, approved by the department and under the direction of a faculty member.

Course Code	PERS 4630  Credits 12
Title	Supervised Fieldwork Experience
Description	The fieldwork practicum is a professionally supervised field experience that provides an opportunity to apply knowledge gained in academic courses, and exposure to new concepts of professional practice in the fields of physical activity, health and wellness, or leisure. Students are placed for a 13-week period of full-time work within a suitable agancy. May not be held for credit with PHED 4620 (057.462) or REC 3080 (123.308) or REC 4630. Prerequisite: Successful completion of 90 credit hours of couirse work in the Bachelor of Kinesiology degree program and a minimum DGPA of 2.5.