UNDERGRADUATE CATALOG 1999–2000
 Brigham Young University
Back Health Sciences

   

Gordon B. Lindsay, Chair
213 RB, PO Box 22115, (801) 378-4428

College of Health and Human Performance Advisement Center
205 RB, PO Box 22117, (801) 378-3638

Admission to Degree Program

All degree programs in the Department of Health Sciences are open enrollment except for the health promotion emphasis. In addition, special limitations apply for teaching majors.

Graduation Requirements

To receive a bachelor's degree a student must fill three groups of requirements: (1) general education requirements; (2) university requirements; and (3) major requirements.

General Education Requirements

Students should contact their college advisement center for information about general education courses that will also fill major requirements.

Languages of Learning

Precollege Math (zero to one course)
(or Math ACT score of at least 22)
0–3.0 hours
First-Year Writing (one course) 3.0
Advanced Writing (one course) 3.0
Advanced Languages/Math/Music
(one to four courses)
3–20.0

Liberal Arts Core

Biological Science (one to two courses) 3–6.0
Physical Science (one to two courses) 3–7.0
American Heritage (one to two courses) 3–6.0
Wellness (one to three courses) 1.5–2.0
Civilization (two courses) 6.0

Arts and Sciences Electives

Arts and Letters (one course) 3.0
Natural Sciences (one course) 3–4.0
Social and Behavioral Sciences (one course) 3.0

Note 1: For a complete list of courses that will fill each GE category, see the General Education section of the current class schedule.

Note 2: Additional information about general education requirements can be found in the General Education section of the current class schedule or this catalog.

Minimum University Requirements

Religion 14.0
Upper-division hours 40.0
Residency 30.0
Hours needed to graduate 120.0

Cumulative GPA must be at least 2.0.

Note: See the Graduation section of this catalog for more information.

Major Requirements

Complete the major requirements listed under one of the following undergraduate degree programs.

Undergraduate Programs and Degrees

BS Health Sciences
Emphases:
Community Health Education
School Health Education
BS Health Promotion
Minors Health Education
Driver Safety Education

Students should see their college advisement center for help or information concerning the undergraduate programs.

Graduate Programs and Degrees

MS Health Sciences

For more information see the 1999–2000 BYU Graduate Catalog.



BS Health Sciences: Community Health Education Emphasis (57 hours*)

The Discipline

Community Health Educators serve many publics in our society. Health promotion and risk reduction are their major aims. They accomplish their objectives by planning and implementing educational programs that increase public understanding and awareness about health and health maintenance. From these programs, people can resolve personal health problems and attain a higher level of physical, social, and mental well-being.

The activity of the Community Health Educator emerges from three objectives: assessment of health needs in a specific population; dissemination of information that will meet these health needs; and motivation of individuals and groups to seek and maintain good health.

Career Opportunities

There are a variety of career positions available for community health education graduates. Job titles include Health Education Specialist, Health Promotion Specialist, Health Program Evaluator, etc. Main professional duties would be centered on three areas: disease prevention, prolonging life, and health promotion through positive lifestyle patterns.

In a public-sector career, graduates are qualified to work in governmental health agencies on the local, state, federal, and international levels. Public health departments are examples of this area. Private-sector employees would work in health maintenance organizations (HMOs), private hospitals and clinics, and specialized health agencies such as the American Heart Association, the American Cancer Society, the American Diabetes Association, and the American Lung Association, etc. Insurance companies, consultant agencies, and other health provider companies make good use of health educators in preparing health promotion pamphlets, film media, lectures, and other activities promoting positive lifestyle changes for their clients.
The undergraduate major can lead to advanced-degree studies in hospital administration, public health administration, medicine, and other health-related professions.

Major Requirements

  1. No D credit is allowed in major courses.

  2. Complete the following courses:
    Hlth 300, 302, 320, 325, 365, 370, 451, 460, 461, 463, 478, 482, 485.
    Stat 221.
    Zool 355.

  3. Select one course from the following:
    Engl 315, 316.

  4. Complete 1 hour of the following:
    Hlth 449R (two enrollments).

  5. Complete 2 hours of the following:
    Hlth 496R.

  6. Complete 2 hours of the following:
    IP&T 286.

  7. Select 8 hours from the following:
    BusM 340.
    Comms 150, 235, 311.
    FSN 100.
    Mcbio 221, 222, 311.
    PlSc 311, 330.
    Psych 361, 365.
    Soc 113, 358.
    Zool 260.

  8. Select 4 hours from the following:
    Hlth 403R, 431R, 436, 465, 466, 480.

*Hours include courses that may fulfill GE or university requirements.



BS Health Sciences: School Health Education Emphasis (77-83 hours,* including certification hours)

The Discipline

The health teaching major prepares students to become health educators in secondary schools. Curriculum development, instructional methods, and behavioral modification strategies are among the skills required to facilitate health enhancement in a broad range of concerns such as substance abuse and addictive behaviors, sexuality, emergency care, crisis prevention and intervention (suicide, rape, etc.), chronic disease prevention and control, interpersonal relationships, decision making, and sexually transmitted diseases (e.g., AIDS).

As educators work with youth, they affect their lives, influencing their self-esteem and broadening their abilities to cope with life. All this is occurring at a time when habits are being formed and attitudes are being established that will influence the rest of their lives. The health educator plays an important role in the growth and maturation of a capable and caring human being.

Career Opportunities

Graduates seek careers teaching health in the secondary schools in combination with a chosen minor. With an advanced degree, career teaching positions at institutions of higher learning become accessible.

Major Requirements

  1. No D credit is allowed in major courses.

  2. An approved teaching minor must be completed (approximately 16–21 hours).

  3. Complete the following:
    Hlth 300, 320, 365, 370, 381, 421, 436, 451, 460, 461, 465.
    FSN 100.

  4. Complete 1 hour of the following:
    Hlth 449R.

  5. Select 5 hours from the following:
    Hlth 325, 431R, 463, 480.

  6. Complete the Professional Education Component (28–29 hours): see the Secondary Education section of this catalog for certification requirements.

*Hours include courses that may fulfill GE or university requirements.



BS Health Promotion (59.5-60 hours*)

This is a limited-enrollment program requiring departmental admissions approval. Please see the college advisement center for information regarding requirements for admission to this major.

This major is also offered through the Physical Education Department.

The Discipline

Health promotion is a departure from the typical U.S. health paradigm in that the focus is on preventing illnesses. Rising health care costs have spurred an interest in keeping people healthy to avoid unnecessary health-related expenses. Health promotion professionals assist individuals and organizations in improving their health-related procedures and policies so that the goals of both are more likely to be fulfilled.

Career Opportunities

Health promotion personnel find employment with organizations committed to health enhancement: Business, industry, health clinics and resorts, health maintenance organizations, hospitals, insurance companies, senior citizen groups, and voluntary organizations.

Major Requirements

  1. Be admitted to the program by the Interdisciplinary Health Promotion Committee. Admittance into the health promotion major requires the student to earn an average GPA of 3.0 in PE 297, Zool 355, and Stat 221.

  2. No D credit is allowed in major courses.

  3. Complete the following core requirements:
    Hlth 320, 365, 420, 460, 461, 463.
    PE 125, 239, 297, 360, 363, 365, 367, 468.
    Acc 200.
    BusM 300.
    FSN 100.

  4. Select one course from the following:
    Hlth 455.
    PE 451.

  5. Select 4 hours from the following:
    Hlth 496R (see Dr. Brent Hafen, 229-A RB, ext. 8-2348).
    PE 399R (see Dr. Steven Aldana, 276 SFH, ext. 8-2145).

  6. Select 15–15.5 hours from the following:
    BusM 340.
    Comms 150.
    CSE 546.
    Dance 336.
    FSN 410.
    Hlth 370, 403R, 431R, 465, 466.
    IP&T 286.
    OrgB 320.
    PE 320, 321, 361.

*Hours include courses that may fulfill GE or university requirements.



Minor Health Education (21 hours)

Minor Requirements

  1. No D credit is allowed in minor courses.

  2. Complete the following:
    Hlth 300, 320, 365, 381, 421, 460.

  3. Select 8 hours from the following:
    Hlth 325, 370, 420, 431R, 436, 451, 461, 463, 465, 466, 480.



Minor Driver Safety Education (16 hours)

Minor Requirements

  1. No D credit is allowed in minor courses.

  2. Select one course from the following:
    Hlth 121, 320.

  3. Complete the following:
    Hlth 325, 444, 445, 446.

  4. Select 4 hours from the following:
    Hlth 402R, 420, 460.
    Psych 321.

  5. Students majoring in health sciences may not double-count hours in the driver education minor.



Health/Physical Education (HEPE)

Class Schedule

Undergraduate Courses

129. Fitness and Lifestyle Management. (2:2:1)

Why a healthy lifestyle is needed and how to write individualized programs to meet these needs.



Health Sciences (Hlth)

Class Schedule Major Academic Plan (MAP)

Undergraduate Courses

10. Beginning Driver Education. (0:0:2)

Satisfies the prerequisite necessary to apply for the Utah driver's license. No driving experience necessary. Fee.

121. First Aid and Safety Instruction. (2:2:0) Independent Study also.

Emergency procedures for sudden illness and traumatic injuries; leads to first aid and CPR certifications.

129. Health and Lifestyle Management. (1:1:0) Independent Study only.

Self-responsibility approach to health and wellness. Meets university graduation requirement.

201R. Contemporary Issues for Student Athletes. (1:1:0 ea.)

Eligibility issues for intercollegiate student athletes. Skills relating to academic performance and career selection.

300. History, Philosophy, and Foundations of Health. (2:2:0) Independent Study also.

Entry class for all health sciences majors. Principles of the discipline and preparation for professional service. Theoretical models of health, professional and ethical issues, and future trends.

302. Computer Applications in Health Education. (2:2:0)

Exploring computer applications in health sciences: health assessments, risk approvals, health program planning and database access, computer-assisted instruction, biostatistical health applications, medical-legal issues.

320. First Aid and Emergency Care. (3:3:0)

In-depth coverage of first aid procedures for injuries and sudden illness. Leads to first aid and CPR certifications.

325. Safety Education. (2:2:0) Independent Study also.

Magnitude of the injury problem; concepts for injury prevention; safety instruction.

361. School Health for Elementary Teachers. (2:2:0) Independent Study also.

Health for the elementary teacher, emphasizing his or her role as a health educator; appraisal of typical elementary student health problems.

365. Modifying Health Behavior. (2:2:0)

Positive emotional health; attitude and behavior modification. Changing negative health behavior to positive.

370. Consumer Health. (2:2:0) Independent Study also.

Current consumer health issues; selecting proper health products, services, and information; sources of consumer health protection.

381. Health Science Teaching Methods. (2:2:0)

Teacher and student activities required for conceptual learning in health science.

402R. Driver and Safety Education Workshop. (1–7:0:2 ea.) Independent Study also.

Current safety education problems.

403R. Health Problems Workshop. (1–5:Arr:Arr.ea.)

410. Stress Management. (1:1:0)

Practical experience in learning to understand and manage stress.

415. Safety Program Management. (2:2:0)

Designing and implementing occupational safety programs.

420. Injury Prevention. (2:2:0)

Injury prevention programs dealing with back injuries, defensive driving, off-the-job injuries.

421. Secondary Health Education Curriculum. (2:2:0) Prerequisite: Hlth 381.

Courses of study in health, with specific program planning and health course curriculum and content review.

425. Occupational and Industrial Health and Safety. (3:3:0)

Anticipation, recognition, evaluation, and control of health and safety hazards in the work environment.

426. Occupational and Industrial Health and Safety Lab. (1:0:1)

Instrumentation techniques in occupational health and safety.

430. Environmental Toxicology. (3:3:0)

Principles of toxicology as they relate to environmental hazards and public health.

431R. First Aid Instructor Training and Recertification. (2:2:1 ea.) Prerequisite: current first aid and CPR certification or Hlth 320.

First aid and CPR instructor training leading to several instructor certifications; updating knowledge and skills.

436. Social Hygiene. (2:2:0)

Preparing prospective teachers to teach family life education as it relates to health. Sexual maturation, family health problems, parenthood, and other social hygiene factors.

444. Organization and Administration of Driver and Traffic Safety Education. (2:2:0) Independent Study also.

Organization, administration, and supervision of high school driver education programs.

445. Driver and Traffic Safety Education. (4:2:4) Prerequisite: Hlth 444.

Prepares teachers to instruct classroom and behind-the-wheel phases of driver education.

446. Driver Simulators and Driving Ranges. (2:2:1)

Simulator and multiple-car driving range methodology, emphasizing operation and maintenance.

449R. Seminar in Professionalism, Senior Seminar. (0.5:1:0 ea.)

Professional and career characteristics of health-related professions.

450. Women's Health Issues. (2:2:0)

Analyzing health care options for women in today's society.

451. Community Health. (2:2:0) Independent Study also.

Individual, school, and community involvement in preventing disease, improving human efficiency, and prolonging life. Emphasis is placed on needs assessment and community resources for health promotion.

452. Environmental Health Evaluation and Management 1. (2:2:0)

Comprehensive study of contemporary environmental health practices centered on food sanitation standards, insect and rodent control, housing, and institutional environments.

453. Environmental Health Evaluation and Management 2. (2:2:0)

Water procurement and quality standards, liquid waste treatment and disposal, water pollution control, and air quality management.

455. Health Promotion. (3:3:0)

Planning for the effective designing, marketing, implementing, and administering of health promotion programs.

460. Substance Use and Addictive Behavior. (2:2:0) Independent Study also.

Physiological, psychological, sociological, and legal implications of drug use and addictive behaviors, emphasizing nature, cause, treatment, and prevention.

461. Health Problems and Issues. (3:3:0) Prerequisite: Zool 355.

Advanced course in health problems dealing with the major factors in health and disease as they affect the several body systems.

463. Health Protection and Management. (3:3:0)

Management approach to cause and nature of health deterioration; emphasizes health enhancement, disease prevention, and stress management.

465. Health Crisis Intervention. (2:2:0) Independent Study also.

Intervention techniques applied to health crises such as death and dying, suicide, grief and mourning, euthanasia, child abuse, abortion, and sexual assault.

466. Health and the Aging Process. (2:2:1) Independent Study also.

Theories of aging as a normal process, as a pathological process; health promotion and extension of life.

475. Health Assessment and Evaluation. (2:2:0)

Utilizing health assessment instruments, equipment, and software for managing health promotion programs.

478. Principles of Epidemiology. (2:2:0) Prerequisite: Mcbio 221 or instructor's consent.

Applying analytical tools to study acute and chronic disease to facilitate investigation of and control of epidemics.

480. International Health. (2:2:0)

Health values, beliefs, and practices of other cultures, emphasizing how these beliefs and practices affect health and well-being.

482. Program Planning. (2:2:0)

Introduction to needs assessment, program development, evaluation, and implementation of community health programs.

485. Community Health Methods. (3:2:1) Prerequisite: Hlth 482.

Community health methods for promoting healthy lifestyles.

496R. Academic Internship. (1–9:Arr.:Arr. ea.) F, W, Sp, Su

On-the-job experience.

500-Level Graduate Course (available to advanced undergraduates)

599R. Academic Internship. (1–9:Arr.:Arr. ea.) Prerequisite: completion of a major in health sciences or graduate student status in health sciences.

On-the-job experience.

Graduate Courses

For 600- and 700-level courses, see the 1999–2000 BYU Graduate Catalog.



Health Sciences Faculty

Professors

Hafen, Brent Q. (1969) BS, MS, U. of Utah, 1963, 1965; PhD, Southern Illinois U., 1969.

Heiner, Steven W. (1969) BS, MS, EdD, U. of Utah, 1955, 1962, 1969.

Karren, Keith J. (1971) BS, MS, Brigham Young U., 1969, 1970; PhD, Oregon State U., 1975.

Rollins, L. McKay (1962) BS, MS, Brigham Young U., 1961, 1962; PhD, U. of Utah, 1971.

Thygerson, Alton L. (1967) BS, MHEd, EdD, Brigham Young U., 1962, 1965, 1969.

Associate Professors

Barnes, Michael D. (1997) BS, MS, Brigham Young U., 1989, 1990; PhD, Southern Illinois U., Carbondale, 1993.

Hirschi, Willard M. (1964) BS, Brigham Young U., 1956; MA, Arizona State U., 1960.

Hurley, D. Richard (1971) BS, MS, Brigham Young U., 1963, 1964; PhD, Southern Illinois U., 1971.

James, Sherald W. (1962) BS, MS, Brigham Young U., 1956, 1962.

Lindsay, Gordon B. (1994) BS, Brigham Young U., 1978; MS, U. of Utah, 1980; PhD, Ohio State U., 1984.

Neiger, Brad L. (1997) BS, MS, Brigham Young U., 1983, 1984; PhD, U. of Utah, 1991.

Assistant Professors

Coon, Paul E. (1972) BS, MS, Brigham Young U., 1968, 1972.

Merrill, Ray A. (1998) BA, MS, Brigham Young U., 1986, 1989; PhD, Arizona State U., 1994; MPh, Harvard U., 1995.

Salazar, Richard D. (1963) BS, MS, Brigham Young U., 1958, 1962; PhD, Southern Illinois U., Carbondale, 1972.

Emeriti

Burgener, O. Robert (1964) BS, Utah State U., 1953; MPH, U. of California, Berkeley, 1964; PhD, U. of Utah, 1972.

Petersen, Ray A. (1969) BS, MHEd, Brigham Young U., 1960, 1965.

Rhodes, Ronald L. (1962) BS, Elmhurst Coll., 1957; MS, Brigham Young U., 1962; PhD, Oregon State U., 1971.

Robison, Clarence F. (1948) BS, Brigham Young U., 1949; MS, U. of Michigan, 1954.

Tuckett, Glen C. (1959) BS, U. of Utah, 1953; MS, EdD, Brigham Young U., 1962, 1975.






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