PSY-2200 Introduction to Sport and Exercise Psychology

Credits: 3
This course introduces the principles of psychology as they apply to sport and exercise. Students will describe the research methodology used in sport psychology, including specific ethical issues related to the field. Students will also evaluate how common principals of psychology can be implemented in performance enhancement strategies.

Prerequisite(s): PSY-1010.

Course Outcomes

Discuss the field of sport psychology, including its interdisciplinary nature.
Evaluate how common principles of psychology can be implemented in performance enhancement strategies.
Describe research methodology used in sport psychology, including specific ethical issues related to the field.
Apply the general principles of psychology to sport and exercise.