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The Exercise Science major is designed to give students a scientific understanding of exercise and its effects on the body. Coursework and hands-on opportunities ensure that students are well-prepared for careers as exercise professionals in corporate, clinical, commercial and community settings. Students may also choose this major as a pre-professional program or as preparation for graduate study. The curriculum is endorsed by the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM).
Exercise Science majors who intend to pursue graduate studies are encouraged to take additional courses in the sciences, Business Administration, Gerontology, and Psychology. It is possible to earn a second major or minor in supportive or related areas such as Biology, Business Administration, Communication Studies, Fitness Management, Gerontology, Psychology, or Sociology.
EXERCISE SCIENCE MAJOR: 44 credit hours.
Required HPER Courses: 24 credit hours
EXSC 277 - Motor Development (2 cr)
EXSC 320 - Physiology of Exercise (3 cr)
EXSC 322 - Structural Kinesiology (2 cr)
EXSC 323 - Biomechanics (2 cr)
EXSC 360 - Fitness Measurement and Exercise Prescription (2 cr)
EXSC 361 - Fitness Prescription and Programs Administration (2 cr)
EXSC 490 - Fitness Seminar (1 cr)
HLTH 216 - Stress Management (2 cr)
HLTH 222 - Nutrition and Exercise (2 cr)
PE 214 - History and Principles of PE/Fitness (W) (2 cr)
PE 230 - First Aid and CPR (2 cr)
PE 395 - Fitness Internship (2-4 cr)
Required Supportive Courses: 20 credit hours
A grade of C- or higher is required for each of these required supportive courses.
BIOL 120 - Biological Principles I (4 cr)
BIOL 150 - Human Anatomy (4 cr)
BIOL 225 - Human Physiology (4 cr)
CHEM 120 - Introduction to Chemistry (4 cr)CHEM 145 - Introduction to Organic and Biochemistry (4 cr)
– OR –
CHEM 201 - Organic Chemistry I (4 cr)
EXSC 277 - MOTOR DEVELOPMENT (2 credits)
Major concepts and principles fundamental to development of motor behavior will be explored. Factors
such as aging, maturation, socialization, and growth will be examined in the context of their contribution
to motor skill development.
NOTE: OFFERED EVERY FALL SEMESTER
EXSC 320 - PHYSIOLOGY OF EXERCISE: LECTURE AND LAB (3 credits)
This course will examine the physiological responses and adaptations to exercise and training.
NOTES: PREREQUISITE: BIOL 150
OFFERED EVERY SPRING SEMESTER, AND FALL SEMESTER, ODD YEARS
EXSC 322 - STRUCTURAL KINESIOLOGY: LECTURE AND LAB (2 credits)
This course will focus on the anatomical basis of human motion with primary focus on the skeletal, neural,
and muscular systems. Within this focus, the human body will be examined with regard to how movement
is created and maintained.
NOTE: OFFERED EVERY FALL SEMESTER
EXSC 323 - BIOMECHANICS: LECTURE AND LAB (2 credits)
This course will focus on the application of mechanical principles of human motion. Within this focus, the
human body and external forces will be examined with regard to how they create movement. Systematic
approaches to analyzing motor skill activities and exercise programs also will be examined.
NOTE: OFFERED EVERY SPRING SEMESTER
EXSC 325 - KINESIOLOGY/BIOMECHANICS: LECTURE AND LAB (3 credits)
This course will focus on the anatomical basis of human motion along with the external forces that create and sustain such movement. Skeletal, neural, and muscular systems will be reviewed and systematic approaches to analyzing motor skills and exercise programs will be examined.
NOTE: OFFERED EVERY SPRING SEMESTER
EXSC 360 - FITNESS MEASUREMENT AND EXERCISE PRESCRIPTION: (2 credits)
LECTURE AND LAB
This course provides techniques, procedures, and practical laboratory experience in aerobic, strength,
flexibility, blood pressure and related measurements. The module development and presentation practice in
this course serve as a synthesis of the prerequisite content courses.
NOTES: PREREQUISITES OR COREQUISITE: HLTH 216, HLTH 222, PE 320 AND PE 322
OFFERED EVERY FALL SEMESTER
EXSC 361 - FITNESS PRESCRIPTION AND PROGRAMS ADMINISTRATION (2 credits)
This course will address concerns in developing resistance training programs and issues in prescribing
exercise for special groups. An introduction to various administrative aspects of fitness programming
including program planning, marketing, personnel management, development of policies and procedures,
and facility planning will be examined.
NOTES: PREREQUISITE OR COREQUISITE: PE 360
OFFERED EVERY SPRING SEMESTER
EXSC 490 - FITNESS SEMINAR (1 credit)
Senior Fitness Management and Exercise Science majors will look at current issues and opportunities in the
field of fitness and wellness. Classroom learning is supplemented with hands-on experiences.
NOTES: PREREQUISITE: PE 360
OFFERED EVERY FALL SEMESTER
Please contact:
Associate Professor Sherry Barkley
Health, Physical Education and Recreation Department
E-mail: Sherry Barkley