Science Education (SCED) SCED-3120 Teaching Science–Fa 3 hours This course presents the professional knowledge, skills, methods, and instructional strategies required for teaching adolescent and young adult science, based on Ohio Educator Standards and NSTA science teacher preparation standards within the context of a biblical framework. Emphasis will be given to the facilitation of learning and innovation skills for adolescents and young adult students. Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Program. (Fee $100) Sport Management (SMGT) SMGT-2100 Sport in Society–Sp 3 hours The purpose of this course is to expand the student’s understanding of sport by investigating how sport and society interact. The relationship of sport to social variables, institutions, and social issues/problems will be examined. SMGT-2500 3 hours Organizational Behavior in Sport–Fa, Sp This course will help students define and understand the concepts of management and leadership within sport organizations. There will be a focus upon the various skills, roles, and functions of sport managers. This course places sport organizations in the context of their environment and emphasizes the manager’s role in adapting and reacting to changes in the environment. SMGT-2910 1 hour Campus Sport Business Management Practicum–Fa, Sp This practicum provides the sport business management major with the opportunity to assist faculty members or staff on the Cedarville University campus with their sport business management responsibilities for a required minimum of 40 hours total. Prerequisite: Sophomore status or permission of the instructor. SMGT-2920 1 hour Sport Business Management Practicum–Fa, Sp This practicum provides the sport business management major with the opportunity to assist an off-campus sport business professional for a required minimum of 40 total hours. Prerequisite: Sophomore status or permission of the instructor. SMGT-3180 Legal Issues in the Sport Industry–Sp 3 hours This course will focus on the three major areas of law that have a direct impact on the management of sport: tort liability and risk management, contract law, and constitutional law. Prerequisite: Junior status. SMGT-3200 Facility Design and Management–Fa 3 hours This course includes planning and designing areas and facilities in sports and utilization of those facilities for sporting events. Topics will include maintenance, supervision, scheduling, planning, renovation, etc. Prerequisite: Junior status or permission of the instructor. (Fee: $35) SMGT-3300 Event Planning and Production–Sp 3 hours This course includes the process of planning for and organizing an event in sport. Organizing a plan for an event would include financial planning, risk management, scheduling, facility use, communication, promotions, registration, etc. Prerequisite: Junior status or permission of the instructor. SMGT-3880 1–3 hours Special Topics in Sport Management–Su This course will be a means of exposing students to current issues and trends in the sport industry. SMGT-4100 3 hours Sponsorship and Promotion in the Sport Industry–Fa This course builds upon basic principles of marketing by applying promotional and sponsorship activities to the sport and fitness industry. Areas of application include professional sport, intercollegiate sport, Olympic sport, interscholastic sport, fitness clubs and resorts. Prerequisite: Senior status or permission of the instructor. (Fee: $65) SMGT-4200 Financing Sport Operations–Fa 3 hours This course provides the student with an overview of the financial aspects of the sport industry. SMGT-4850 1–3 hours Independent Study in Sport Management–Fa, Sp Independent study in the area of sport management by students pursuing the sport management major. Departmental approval is required. SMGT-4910 Athletic Administration Practicum–Fa, Sp 1 hour This practicum provides the sport management major the opportunity to assist a local athletic administrator with their responsibilities for a required minimum of 30 hours total. Prerequisites: SMGT-3200 Facility Design and Management; SMGT-3300 Event Planning and Production. SMGT-4990 6–12 hours Internship in Sport Business Management–Fa, Sp This internship is an actual work experience in a sport management setting. Students must work a minimum of 40 hours per credit hour. Capstone course. Departmental approval is required. Credit/no credit. (Fee: $35) Sociology (SOC) SOC-1300 Introduction to Sociology–Fa, Sp 3 hours Introduction to the concepts of sociology. The structure and processes of social life are studied. SOC-2200 Criminology–Fa 3 hours Introduction to the major criminological perspectives regarding crime causation. Selected notorious crimes are considered as case studies to enhance understanding of each perspective. Crosslisted as CRJU or SOC. SOC-2310 Juvenile Delinquency–Fa 3 hours Study and assessment of casual theory and problems of correction and prevention of delinquency. Crosslisted as CRJU or SOC. (Fee: $30) SOC-2330 Introduction to Social Work–Fa, Sp 3 hours See course description for SWK-2330 Introduction to Social Work. SOC-2400 Marriage and the Family–Fa, Sp 3 hours A biblical theology of marriage and the family is developed as a means by which to evaluate contemporary dating, marriage, and family arrangements. A major focus of the course is upon practical application related to such topics as dating/courtship, engagement, marital adjustment, in‑law relations, communication and conflict resolution, family planning, and discipline. SOC-2840 3 hours Concepts of Chemical Dependency–Fa Available to all students. This course presents an overview of the social, economic, political, legal, spiritual, and ethical considerations concerning the use and abuse of alcohol and other drugs in our culture. A primary emphasis of the course includes application of a biblical perspective to assess use of various philosophies and perspectives on drugs and abuse. Treatment and prevention options for individuals and families will be discussed. Crosslisted as CRJU, PYCH, SOC, or SWK. 2025–26 Undergraduate Academic Catalog Page 295 Course Descriptions SCED-3120 – SOC-2840
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