Students review and analyze current research. Selected laboratires are conducted to illustrate concepts. Topics include ergogenic aids, heat and cold stress, attitude, and the role of exercise in various disease states. Students review and analyze current research. Students study biomechanical considerations of various sport and exercise activities to determine optimal movement patterns for performance enhancement and injury reduction.
Emphasis is placed on calibration theory and collection and analysis of data.
Students study research techniques, data gathering, and intensive interpretation of results as they apply to the performance of complex occupational tasks as commonly found in the workplace. Students study research techniques, data gathering, and intensive interpretation of results as they apply to the performance of activities of daily living. Students study research techniques, data gathering, and intensive interpretation of results as they apply to the performance of complex sport and exercise skills such as throwing and striking. The purpose of the cognate requirement is to provide opportunities for the doctoral student to develop an extended knowledge base associated with the major field of study. The course work chosen should lead to the development of an understanding of the origin, history, ontology, philosophy, conceptual underpinning, or appropriate application of the major field of study.