Jonathan Harris

Entry-Level Master's Program

Hometown: Taftsville, VT
Undergraduate degree: Health Science/ Athletic Training
Research interest: Golf Swing Mechanics
Directed research: The effect of lower extremity mechanics on the quality of the golf swing
Plans after graduating: Work in a College setting

Course Descriptions

For a full list of all graduate course descriptions, go to our course descriptions page.

AT 5000 Psychomotor Skills in Athletic Training - 3 credits
This course will examine the psychomotor skills that the entry-level Athletic Trainer must possess to effectively prevent and treat the injuries of athletes and others involved in physical activity.

AT 5010 Orthopedic Assessment I - 4 credits
A systematic approach to orthopedic assessment will be examined. Each body section will be studied individually, stressing the anatomy, myology, neurology, physiology, etiology, pathology and assessment techniques. This course will cover the lower extremity, trunk, abdomen and lumbar spine.

AT 5020 Orthopedic Assessment II - 4 credits
A systematic approach to orthopedic assessment will be examined. Each body section will be studied individually, stressing the anatomy, myology, neurology, physiology, etiology, pathology and assessment techniques. This course will cover the upper extremity, cervical spine, head and face.

AT 5100 Athletic Training Administration - 3 credits
This course will examine the knowledge, skills and values that the entry-level athletic trainer must possess to develop, administer and manage a healthcare facility and associated venues that provide healthcare to athletes and others involved in physical activity. Additionally, this course will provide the knowledge, skills and values that an entry-level athletic trainer must possess to understand professional responsibilities, avenues of professional development, and national and state regulatory agencies and standards in order to promote athletic training as a professional discipline and to educate athletes, students of athletic training, the general public, the physically active and associated individuals.

AT 5200 Pharmacology in Sports Medicine - 2 credits
This course will examine knowledge, skills and values required of the entry-level athletic trainer on pharmacological applications including awareness of the indications, contraindications, precautions and interactions of medications, and governing regulations relevant to the treatment of injuries to and illnesses of athletes and others involved in physical activity.

AT 5250 Therapeutic Exercise in Athletic Training - 4 credits
This course will examine the knowledge, skills and values the entry-level athletic trainer must possess to plan, implement, document and evaluate the efficacy of therapeutic exercise programs for the rehabilitation and reconditioning of the injuries and illnesses of athletes and others involved in physical activity.

AT 5255 Introduction to Burdenko Conditioning - 1 credit
This course will identify the principles for, and the relationship between, water and land exercises. Participants will learn how to use water as a modality to develop the qualities of flexibility, balance, endurance, strength, speed and coordination.

AT 5300 General Medical - 3 credits
This course will examine the knowledge, skills and values that the entry-level athletic trainer must possess to recognize, treat and refer, when appropriate, the general medical conditions and disabilities of athletes and others involved in physical activity.

AT 5500 Modalities in Sports Medicine - 4 credits
This is a comprehensive course in the theory and use of therapeutic modalities in a sports medicine setting. Principles of neurophysiology, pain control, the electromagnetic and acoustic spectra will be discussed and applied through lab experiences.

AT 5600 Research Design in Health Sciences - 3 credits
This course is designed to develop skills in research design, as well as to enhance the student's understanding of literature searching, reading and synthesizing of information in health science. In this course, students will conduct a review of literature to explore potential research topics. Students will develop a research question in preparation for their research experience.

AT 5610 Statistics in Health Sciences - 3 credits
This course is designed to be a continuation of Research Design in Health Sciences and will further develop skills in statistical design and research procedures. This course will outline the procedures for piloting and collecting data, and will provide guidelines for writing results, discussion and the development of a paper acceptable for submission for publication.

AT 5700 Instructional Strategies in Burdenko Conditioning - 1-3 credits
Students will learn and apply the instructional knowledge base on how to plan, implement and evaluate comprehensive conditioning programs based on the Burdenko conditioning method. This method identifies the principles for, and the relationship between, water and land exercises. Students will learn how to use water as a modality to develop the qualities of flexibility, balance, endurance, strength, speed and coordination.

AT 5710 Burdenko Certification Part I - 3 credits
The Part I (level 1, 2, 3) core program introduces the student to the philosophy of the Burdenko Method both on land and in water. Techniques are introduced that exemplify, illustrate and expand upon that philosophy. This learning phase is accomplished through written material, demonstrations and active participation. Active practice occurs both in large groups and pairs, under the supervision of the instructor. The student is then asked to teach that sequence to his or her partner and the instructor. The student will then receive feedback from the partner and the instructor. It is expected that the student will prepare for the practical and written exams. Prerequisite: anatomy, physiology and kinesiology coursework.

AT 5720 Burdenko Certification Part II - 3 credits
Part II (levels 4, 5, 6) expands on the techniques utilizing more complex movement patterns both on land and in water relative to rehabilitation, conditioning and training. This learning phase is accomplished through written material, demonstrations, active participation and feedback. Active practice occurs both in large groups and pairs, under the supervision of the instructor. The student is then asked to teach that sequence to his or her partner and is given feedback by both the partner and the instructor. Prerequisite: Burdenko Certification Part I.

AT 5730 Burdenko Certification Part III - 3 credits
Part III certification is designed to train a student who is already currently certified in Burdenko Part I and Part II, and committed to become a certifying instructor of the method. Upon completion and certification of this course, the student would be able to host and teach certification level programs for both Part I and Part II. Prerequisite: Burdenko Certification Parts I and II.

AT 5740 Aquatic Exercise for Therapeutic Intervention and Sports Training and Conditioning - 3 credits
This course provides students with the opportunity to explore the use of water as a therapeutic, conditioning and training modality. Principles of hydrostatic pressure, buoyancy, drag and turbulence will be introduced and applied in this student-centered, active learning course, Therapeutic, conditioning and training progression will be introduced from the more elementary exercises for rehabilitation and reconditioning through the introduction of aquatic exercises for strength and conditioning. Prerequisite: anatomy and kinesiology coursework.

AT 5750 Practicum in Athletic Training I - 1 credit
Practicum in Athletic Training is designed to provide the graduate student in Athletic Training some hands-on experiences with which to understand, recognize, evaluate and treat athletic injuries and illnesses using the range of skills required of an athletic training professional. Experience is completed under the direct supervision of a certified athletic trainer. Prerequisites: AT 5010, AT 5020, AT 5500, AT 5250.

AT 5760 Practicum in Athletic Training II - 1 credit
Practicum in Athletic Training is designed to provide the graduate student in Athletic Training some hands-on experiences with which to understand, recognize, evaluate and treat athletic injuries and illnesses using the range of skills required of an athletic training professional. Experience is completed under the direct supervision of a certified athletic trainer. Prerequisites: AT 5010, AT 5020, AT 5500, AT 5250.

AT 5770 Practicum in Athletic Training III - 1 credit
Practicum in Athletic Training is designed to provide the graduate student in Athletic Training some hands-on experiences with which to understand, recognize, evaluate and treat athletic injuries and illnesses using the range of skills required of an athletic training professional. Experience is completed under the direct supervision of a certified athletic trainer. Prerequisites: AT 5010, AT 5020, AT 5500, AT 5250.

AT 5780 Practicum in Athletic Training IV - 1 credit
Practicum in Athletic Training is designed to provide the graduate student in Athletic Training some hands-on experiences with which to understand, recognize, evaluate and treat athletic injuries and illnesses using the range of skills required of an athletic training professional. Experience is completed under the direct supervision of a certified athletic trainer. Prerequisites: AT 5010, AT 5020, AT 5500, AT 5250.

AT 5790 Advanced Practicum in Athletic Training - 1-6 credits
Practicum in Athletic Training is designed to provide the graduate student in Athletic Training a variety of opportunities to expand their knowledge of the profession. The practicum coordination, content and requirements are determined by the student's advisor. Repeatable.

AT 5800 Current Issues in Athletic Training - 3 credits
This course was designed to provide a forum for discussion of contemporary issues in athletic training. Presentations will be made by students, instructor and guest lecturers.

AT 5850 Performance Enhancement Specialization - 3 credits
This course is based on the National Academy of Sports Medicine certification program for the Performance Enhancement Specialist. The curriculum will follow the required content material to prepare each student to take the Performance Enhancement certification exam upon completion of the course.

AT 5875 Special Topics in Athletic Training - 1-3 credits
An in-depth study of a particular topic, contemporary issue or concern in athletic training. The course will be taught by a specialist in the field related to the topic. May be repeated with a different topic. Use of WebCT for support material is expected.

AT 5900 Directed Research - 1-3 credits
This course will give students valuable experience in research design, data collection and/or analysis by playing an integral role in a faculty sponsored research project. Repeatable.

AT 5910 Independent Study - 1-6 credits
This course is designed to provide enrichment to the background of students in athletic training through the pursuit of a special topic pertinent to their interest and abilities. This course provides an opportunity for in-depth study of a problem in the field of athletic training. The consent of a faculty supervisor is required.

AT 5950 Graduate Thesis - 1-6 credits
Students select a topic for study in consultation with their program advisor and related faculty. A time line, thesis proposal and defense are outlined. Two copies of the thesis must be submitted to Lamson Library; bound copies are presented to the thesis committee. Students will be required to enroll in AT 5950 Thesis every term until thesis is complete. Repeatable. P/NP