Courses listed in this catalog are subject to change through normal academic channels. New courses and changes in existing coursework are initiated by respective departments or programs. Courses numbered 100–199 are primarily for freshmen; 200–299 for sophomores; 300–399 for juniors; 400–499 for seniors. Courses with numbers preceded by zeros represent courses that will appear on the transcript but are not applicable toward graduation requirements.
Topics in Spanish Language: Culture
In this course students will use critical analysis categories leading to a deeper understanding of cultures in the Spanish speaking world from geography, topography and demographics to history, art, politics, religion,…
This course is for heritage Speakers of Spanish, which means students who were raised in a home where Spanish was spoken and who are to some degree bilingual in Spanish and English. The course focuses on the common…
Spanish for the Professions
This high-intermediate course focuses on practical Spanish intended to strengthen students communicative skills in Spanish for the professions. Topic areas will vary depending on semester (Health Care, Business, Social…
Domestic Immersion Internship
Students will intern in a domestic Spanish-immersion context. Time commitment is equal to the time commitment for a three-credit Viterbo internship. Prerequisite: grade of C or higher in 305 or 306 or by departmental…
A minimum of four-week language and/or cultural study in a Spanish speaking country to explore the realities of peoples in their context. Courses taken abroad should be transferrable to Spanish courses at Viterbo…
Global Spanish
A course designed to develop conversational strategies and socio-linguistic competence, and to refine grammatical and strategic accuracy for low-advanced speaking proficiency by studying variation in Spanish dialects.…
Spanish Writing for Media
A course designed to guide students to an advanced-low level of writing various forms of Spanish specifically for media and online platforms. Use of authentic digital and print materials drawn from current events,…
Spanish Sounds and Structures
As a general introduction to Spanish linguistics, this course studies phonetic and phonological features as well as morphological and syntactic phenomena of the Spanish language. Building on the grammatical, social, and…
Capstone
This course is designed for students to demonstrate all the linguistic, social and cultural skills acquired in the Spanish program at Viterbo University. Students are expected to integrate their learning about language…
Special Topics
A course offered on a special topic in Spanish on the basis of need, interest, or timeliness. Restricted to students with junior standing or higher. May be repeated for credit. For specific section description, click…
Experiential Learning: Internship
Non-classroom experiences in the field of Spanish. Placements are off-campus, and may be full- or part-time, and with or without pay. Credit for experiences must be sought prior to occurrence, and learning contracts…
Independent Study
Guided reading and research on a topic selected by the student and approved by the instructor. Refer to the academic policy section for independent study policy. Independent study contract is required. May be repeated…
Introduction to Sport Leadership
This course introduces students to the various functional areas of the sport management profession. Current trends and issues in the sport management industry are explored as well as the concepts, models and techniques…
History of Sport
The course provides an introductory description and interpretation of the historical development of sport from ancient civilizations to the present. Sport and its many forms will be examined including historical forces,…
Special Topics
Courses on topics of interest to sport management students offered on the basis of need, interest, or timeliness. Prerequisites as determined by instructor. Restricted to students with freshman or sophomore standing.…
Experiential Learning: Internship
Experiential Learning: Internship (12 Credits) Non-classroom experiences in the field of business. Placements are generally off-campus, and may be full-or part-time, and with or without pay. Credit for experiences must…
Finance for the Sport Leader
This course focuses on the application of the principles of finance to the sport and leisure industries. Students will examine various revenue sources for financing sport, including fundraising, sponsorships, public…
Legal Environment of Sport
This course examines regulations governing the sport industry including sporting association regulations, collective bargaining and codes of industry conduct. In addition, royalties, rights and licensing issues will be…
Event and Facilities Management
This course provides students fundamental knowledge and skills in designing and managing sport and recreational events and facilities. The course examines facility requirements and enhancements for both indoor and…
A comprehensive study of planning, implementation, organization, and evaluation of marketing activities in the sport, recreation, and entertainment industries. Specific emphasis is placed on activities designed for…
Special Topics
Courses on topics of interest to sport management students offered on the basis of need, interest, or timeliness. Prerequisites as determined by instructor. Restricted to students with freshman or sophomore standing.…
Experiential Learning: Internship
Experiential Learning: Internship (12 Credits) Non-classroom experiences in the field of business. Placements are generally off-campus, and may be full-or part-time, and with or without pay. Credit for experiences must…
Special Topics
Courses on topics of interest to sport science and leadership students offered on the basis of need, interest, or timeliness. Prerequisites as determined by the instructor. Restricted to students with freshman or…
Exercise Physiology
Three hours lecture/discussion per week Exercise physiology is an evaluation of the acute responses and chronic adaptations of the body to the stresses of exercise. This course will provide a broad introduction to…
Biomechanics
Four hours lecture/discussion per week The course provides an overview of musculoskeletal anatomy, the mechanical properties and structural behavior of biological tissues, and biodynamics. Specific course topics will…