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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
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 277 - Motor Development (2 cr)
PE 320 - Physiology of Exercise (3 cr)
PE 322 - Structural Kinesiology (2 cr)
PE 323 - Biomechanics (2 cr)
PE 360 - Fitness Measurement and Exercise Prescription (2 cr)
PE 361 - Fitness Prescription and Programs Administration (2 cr)
PE 395 - Fitness Internship (2-4 cr)
PE 490 - Fitness Seminar (1 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)
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CHEM 201 - Organic Chemistry I (4 cr)
Please contact:
Associate Professor Sherry Barkley
Health, Physical Education and Recreation Department
E-mail: Sherry Barkley