Exercise Science

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.

Techniques, theories and principles connected with the prevention and treatment of athletic injuries. Conditioning and taping techniques will be taught.

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.

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.

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.

Human movement with emphasis on anatomical and mechanical analysis. A study of osteology, arthrology and myology as it relates to physical education and teaching.

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.

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.

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.

Application of nutrition fundamentals essential to health from a physiological point of view: Nutrient requirements, food sources and adequate diet selection.

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 10 week period.

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.

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).

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.