Exercise Science
Degrees and Certificates
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Exercise Science Major -
Exercise Science Minor
Courses
EX 100: Introduction to Exercise Science.
Class Program
This course will provide an overview of exercise science and related areas, in order to help students develop an understanding of the foundations of exercise science and the range of career paths within the field of study.
Semester Offered
Fall
Spring
EX 230: Prevention and Treatment of Athletic Injuries.
Class Program
Techniques, theories and principles connected with the prevention and treatment of athletic injuries. Conditioning and taping techniques will be taught.
Prerequisites
“C” or better in BI275.
Semester Offered
Fall
Spring
As needed
EX 245: Personal Health and Conditioning
Class Program
A detailed study of health, fitness, and conditioning as it pertains to a healthy lifestyle and sports performance. Excellent background material for health and human performance professionals as course content includes instruction in the techniques of cardiovascular fitness, strength training, flexibility exercises, speed and agility training, and body composition. This course includes rigorous physical activity. Students are expected to participate fully. It is the student's responsibility to notify the instructor of any restrictions, illnesses, or other limitations, physical or otherwise, they may have, whether these be short-term or otherwise. This statement does not override the ADA policy or procedure; students needing accommodations should follow the ADA policy.
Semester Offered
Fall
Spring
EX 307: Theories of Strength and Conditioning
Class Program
This course provides the student with a comprehensive overview and integration of advanced dimensions and theory of strength and conditioning in a safe and client-centered manner. It will cover multiple theoretical and practical components of strength & conditioning and how they relate to human performance across the lifespan.
Prerequisites
BI275 with a “C” or better and EX245 with a “C” or better.
Semester Offered
Fall
Spring
EX 320: Health and Fitness Testing
Explores the scientific and theoretical basis for graded exercise testing and prescription writing. Introduces the procedures, methods, and technical skills involved in the evaluation of human subjects. Includes a three-hour lecture and a two-hour laboratory.
Prerequisites
BI 275 and MA 200.
Semester Offered
Fall
Spring
EX 334: Kinesiology
Class Program
Human movement with emphasis on anatomical and mechanical analysis. A study of osteology, arthrology and myology as it relates to physical education and teaching.
Prerequisites
“C” or better in BI 275, MA 150 or above.
Semester Offered
Fall
Spring
EX 335: Exercise Physiology
Class Program
Physiology of muscles, energy systems, and the cardiovascular and respiratory systems. Emphasis will be placed on how the physiology of these systems relates to aerobic, anaerobic, and resistance training.
Recommended Background
one semester of college chemistry.
Prerequisites
A grade of “C” or better in BI275.
Semester Offered
Fall
Spring
EX 341: Professional Credentialing
This course will review the professional organizations within the field of exercise science and the professional certification requirements associated with each. The advantages of joining a professional organization, networking, resources, professionalism and the value of continuing education will be discussed. Additional time will be spent in preparing the student to take the Certified Personal Training examination. All students will become members of a professional organization and sit for the CPT examination that will be conducted at the conclusion of the course.
Prerequisites
Current CPR/AED certification (must show proof), and BI275 with a “C” or better.
Semester Offered
Spring
EX 359: Community Health
Class Program
A detailed study of health in the community representing the intersection of many disciplines and sectors with ecology, environmental health, public health, school health, occupational health, social and recreational services, and self care. The course offers a synthesis of the perspectives and content of these spheres of health action. Lecture and outside class projects are used.
Semester Offered
Fall
Spring
EX 385: Human Nutrition
Class Program
Application of nutrition fundamentals essential to health from a physiological point of view: Nutrient requirements, food sources and adequate diet selection.
Prerequisites
C or better in BI 275 or concurrent enrollment.
Semester Offered
Fall
Spring
EX 400: Health Promotion and Exercise Prescription
Explores current health promotion trends and programs designed to facilitate behavioral and lifestyle changes through exercise and nutritional prescription. Emphasizes the development, implementation, and evaluation of health promotion programs. Work with a client to implement a program over a 7 week period.
Prerequisites
“C” or better in EX 320.
Semester Offered
Fall
Spring
EX 401: Health Promotion Internship
This course is designed to allow the student to apply skills and knowledge in a practical setting off campus. Each Credit is equivalent to 50 hours of work in an appropriate setting for an exercise science degree.
Prerequisites
Senior year, permission of instructor. all internships must be approved by the division chair and if on campus by the Vice President of academics affairs.
Semester Offered
Fall
Spring
EX 402: Sports Nutrition
Class Program
An examination of the nutritional needs for sports performance. Focus will be placed upon macronutrient needs, micronutrient needs, and sports performance supplementation for athletes in accordance with recommendations by the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA).
Prerequisites
EX 385.
Semester Offered
Intersession
EX 485: Senior Seminar
Class Program
A seminar course and capstone experience required of all exercise science majors. This course will bridge the gap between undergraduate education, clinical practicums, and graduate school. The course will examine current scientific ideology, health-related trends, technological integration, and evidence-based concepts. The student will learn how to apply their undergraduate exercise science degree within the legal confines, while valuing lifelong professional development.
Prerequisites
Senior Standing or permission of the instructor.
Semester Offered
Fall
Spring