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School of Kinesiology, Recreation & Sport
RSA 515/530 or SPM 456 – Indianapolis Sport Facility Symposium
Summer 2015 – 3 credit hours
Faculty/Staff
Dr. Fred Gibson, Associate Professor
Dr. Lauren McCoy, Visiting Assistant Professor
Dr. Evie Oregon, Assistant Professor
Dr. Brad Stinnett, Assistant Professor
Ms. Amy Fitzpatrick, Graduate Programs Coordinator
Welcome
Welcome to the 2015 Indianapolis Sport Facility Symposium. This exciting WKU Study-Away
course is designed to give students an understanding of the facility planning, design, and
construction process for recreation and sport facilities. This course will include exposure to
some the most outstanding facilities and professionals in the country. This cutting edge
experience will provide a tremendous learning experience that will enhance student resumes.
Course Description
Facility development process with emphasis on the unique features of different types of
facilities. Site visits coordinated in cooperation with the International Association of Venue
Managers (IAVM).
Objectives
Students should be familiar with the following concepts and content areas upon completion of
the course:
• Master plan, site selection, and development phases
• Planning facilities for safety and risk management
• Sustainable design, construction, and building operations
• Universal and accessible design
• Electrical, mechanical, and energy management
• Ancillary area considerations
• Planning for effective graphics and signage
• Indoor and outdoor surfaces
• Landscape design, sports turf, and parking lots
• Development of specialized recreational spaces

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• Design trends in stadiums and arenas
• Trends in equipment and supplies
• Equipment and facility design standards
Textbook Information
2015 Indianapolis Sport Facility Symposium Course Packet (issued to students upon arrival).
Required Coursework:
Students will be expected to:
1. Attend and participate in all class activities and site visits
2. Submit required Facility Profiles
3. Complete Group Projects
4. Complete Examinations
5. Represent WKU and KRS with pride and professionalism
Site Visits
Actual site visits to a variety of facilities will comprise the bulk of the coursework. For each site
visit, students will need to bring the course packet, copy of the Facility Profile (for each
facility), portfolio, pen, walking shoes, comfortable casual clothing (check weather and
suggested attire sheet), and a camera (optional). A complete listing of venues is on the course
site with corresponding web links to each.
Facility Profiles:
Students are responsible for completing Facility Profiles for all facilities during the site visits
and submitting the completed profiles to instructors by the specified deadlines. The Facility
Profiles can be viewed and printed on the course site.
Group Project/Presentation:
A culminating activity, in the form of a group project and presentation, will be assigned to
students. The instructors will provide specific information and instructions on the course site
and at a group meeting on the trip.
Exams:
Two exams will be administered. One exam will cover coming facility terminology in the
industry, while the other exam will pertain to the venues on the course/trip schedule. Both
exams will be administered via Blackboard.

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Graduate Student Component
Additional work will be required of the graduate students above and beyond normal course
expectations as outlined in this syllabus. The instructors will meet with the graduate
students on Monday, May 18th
to outline the additional course activities.
Evaluation Procedure
Facility Profiles (8 @ 50 each) 400
Exams (2 @ 100 each) 200
Attendance/Participation/Conduct 200
Group Project & Presentation 200
Total Points 1,000
Grading Scale
A 90-100% B 80-89% C 70-79% D 60-69% F Below 60%
Grade Book:
The instructors reserve the right to make grade book corrections to ensure grades accurately
reflect performance. Please alert instructors if you notice a mistake or discrepancy.
Academic Honesty:
Facility Profiles, Exams, Projects, and Discussion Board posts must be your own work. Any
work borrowed without appropriate citations or permission of the author (including other
students) will result in the grade of zero and possible course failure. Students who are
unfamiliar with the University policy on plagiarism should consult the most recent edition of the
WKU Student Handbook:
http://www.wku.edu/Dept/Support/StuAffairs/StuLife/handbook/toc.htm.
Student Disability Services:
In compliance with university policy, students with disabilities who require accommodations
(academic adjustments and/or auxiliary aids or services) for this course must contact the Office
for Student Disability Services in Downing University Center A-200. The OFSDS telephone
number is (270) 745-5004; TTY is (270) 745-3030. Per university policy, please DO NOT
request accommodations directly from the instructor without a letter of accommodation from
the Office for Student Disability Services.
Study Away Student Handbook Statement
All students participating in the 2015 Indianapolis Sport Facility Symposium are required to
read and be familiar with the WKU Study Away Student Handbook. The handbook can be
found at https://www.wku.edu/studyaway/.
Last Updated: April 27, 2015