Southwestern Oklahoma State University Undergraduate Catalog 2024-2025
SPRTM 4153 SPORTS MANAGEMENT STATISTICS Sports Management Statistics provides the student with a math-based understanding of statistical concepts such as measurement, organizing data, measures of variability, probabilities, sampling, mode, median and mean within a sports setting. While a previous knowledge of advanced mathematics is not required, and an introduction to computer applications will be discussed, the students are encouraged to use classic mathematical computations rather than a computer program, in order to gain a deeper understanding of the statistical methods which affect calculations related to exercise science, sports management, and physical education. F SPRTM 4163 SPORTS NUTRITION This course is to equip the student with the tools necessary for counseling an athlete in the area of nutrition. Although this course is strongly sports oriented, it is also helpful to those people who want to know how to maximize the body’s movement potential through nutrition. S SPRTM 4502 RODEO MANAGEMENT Theory and practice of rodeo management. Includes rodeo planning, marketing, and execution. F, S SPRTM 4513 GOLF MANAGEMENT Theory and practice of golf course management. Special emphasis will be placed on fiscal and human resource management issues, PGA standards, marketing, and turf management practices. F, S SPRTM 4523 SPORTS REPRESENTATION This course is designed to give the student the basic understanding of the ideals and processes involved with representation of athletes in the four major sport arenas of MLB, NFL, NBA and NHL. This is not a certification course of any of those sports but instead a theory course as to how to proceed in representing an athlete and what pitfalls to look for when talking with representatives from teams. F, S SPRTM 4533 SPORTS INFORMATION MANAGEMENT Sports Information Management will provide the student with an overview of the sports information field. Topics will include marketing, fundraising, statistics, and media contact. F, S SPRTM 4573 FITNESS PROGRAM MANAGEMENT This course is designed to provide the student with the knowledge, organization, and techniques to create, maintain and adjust fitness programs in individual and team settings. The student will also be asked to evaluate workout facilities, create total programs (including cardio, resistance, and nutrition) for individuals, create sport specific/goal specific programs for individuals and teams using budgetary considerations. F, S
NRM 2143 WILDLAND FUEL REDUCTION This course combines classroom instruction with practical field exercises to demonstrate effective fuel reduction on wildlands. Prerequisite: PRM 2122 or PRM 2143. NRM 2223 LAND NAVIGATION Navigating with a compass and map is an essential skill for professionals in the field. Topics and exercises will include overview of maps, reading topographic maps and making calculations, using geographic location systems, coordinating systems, map projections and datum, and use of a compass and clinometer. Also included will be Global Positioning System (GPS) use, overview and functionality, error sources, setting up and using a GPS receiver – key pads/touchscreens and menus as well as the Wide Area Augmentation System (WAAS). NRM 2993, 2995, 2996 INTERNSHIP IN WILDLAND FIRE MANAGEMENT Practical application devoted to serving an apprenticeship in a wildland fire management setting. Student will serve under selected wildland fire professionals in a local, state, federal or non-profit agency. Prerequisite: NRM 2103. NRM 3112 INTRODUCTION TO PARKS AND WILDLIFE LAW ENFORCEMENT This course provides an overview of the Parks and Wildlife Law Enforcement Field. NRM 4001-4 INDIVIDUAL STUDY IN NATURAL RESOURCE MANAGEMENT Individual study in a natural resource management area and/or associated field. NRM 4011-4 SEMINAR IN NATURAL RESOURCE MANAGEMENT Group study of specified topic in Natural Resource Management for the undergraduate student. NRM 4162 MOUNTAIN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT This course will explore the diversity of mountain environments, the geo- ecological processes that shape them, and the role that people play in using, transforming, and conserving them. The course is divided into two broad sections: physical geography of mountain environments and human geography of mountain environments. It will examine physical processes, including plate tectonics and mountain building, along with volcanism, mountain climate, landforms, and geomorphology. It will also look at climate change, mountain resource use practices and the conservation of mountain environments. NRM 4172 NATURAL RESOURCE LAW An intensive study of federal and Oklahoma Laws relating to land, water, wildlife and environmental management. NRM 4192 BIRD IDENTIFICATION FOR WILDLIFE MANAGERS This course is designed to teach students how to identify commonly managed wild bird species within the context of wildlife management. Topics will include identification of migratory birds and resident birds with an emphasis on game birds, species of concern, and species of legal significance. This course will be conducted in the classroom and in the field with hands-on demonstrations and activities. NRM 4201 THE PARK RANGER Theory and practice of park law enforcement. NRM 4211 GAME AND FISH LAW Introduction to federal and state laws pertaining to game and fish management. NRM 4773 NATURAL RESOURCE MANAGEMENT Theory and practice of natural resource and park area management. Special attention is placed on the organization and administration of state and federal level natural resource areas. Interpretive techniques in natural, cultural, and historical sites are discussed as well. F, S
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION MANAGEMENT Natural Resource Management
NRM 2103 WILDLAND FIRE MANAGEMENT This course will provide the student with extensive exposures to the theory and practice of wildland fire management. NRM 2112 ADVANCED FIREFIGHTING METHODS This course is designed to further the student’s knowledge of portable pumps, the use of water, and the use of fireline reference tools. Prerequisite: NRM 2103. NRM 2122 IGNITION OPERATIONS This course provides instruction relating to the functional roles and responsibilities associated with wildland firing operations. Prerequisite: NRM 2103. NRM 2132 FIRELINE LEADERSHIP & ICS Prepare student for leadership role in firefighting with a detailed look into the incident command system. Student will complete courses that are recognized by federal governmental agencies that participate in wildland fire activities. Prerequisite: NRM 2103.
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