Course Name
EXS 216-Human Anatomy and
Physiology I (Course has a lab
component)
EXS 217-Human Anatomy and
Physiology II
EXS 340-Biomechanics of Sport &
Exercise
Prerequisite(s)
BIO 201, CHM 101
EXS 216
EXS 216 or BIO 240
EXS 349-Physiology of Exercise & Sport EXS 216 or BIO 240
(Course has a lab component)
PED 350/EXS 350-Motor Behavior
EXS 216 or BIO 240
EXS 355-Measurement & Evaluation of
Human Physical Performance
N/A
EXS 359-Research Methods in Exercise
Science
EXS 355
EXS 379-Sport, Physical Activity & The
Law
JR/SR Standing
Course Descriptions
Examination of seven of the major organ systems: skeletal, muscular,
circulatory, human integumentary and respiratory structures and
functions related to health and movement
Examination of the human nervous, urinary, endocrine, digestive, and
reproductive systems related to health and movement
Neuromuscular and mechanical principles of human movement.
Emphasis of movement analysis most often encountered in fitness
activities and sport skills
Fundamental responses of the human body to the stress of exercise,
including compensatory adjustments to long-term physical training.
Exposure to theoretical aspects related to health and fitness related
concepts
Motor Skill acquisition, control, and performance. Physiological and
psychological principles of human growth and development. Focus on
motor skill performance, motor skill learning and factors influencing
motor skill acquisition
Statistical techniques used in research and interpretation of data,
identification of physical fitness and movement components, evaluation
of measures now available in the field, and administration of
performance tests.
Methods of research in the fields of physical education and health.
Identification of research problems, sampling methods, data analysis
and interpretation, and planning of evaluation studies.
Introduction to legal aspects of amateur sport and physical activity
emphasizing knowledge required of sport & exercise science
professionals. Current terminology, legal procedures & operations.
Revised 5-27-2015
EXS 410-Essentials of Strength Training EXS 216 or BIO 240,
EXS 340, EXS 349
& Conditioning (Course has a lab
component)
EXS 440-Special Topics in Exercise
Science
EXS 460-Exercise & Sport Psychology
In-Depth overview of strength and conditioning. Emphasis on
anatomy, EXS. Physiology, & biomechanics, exercise science
technique, testing and evaluation and program design. Course designed
to prepare students for National Strength and Conditioning
Association's (N.S.C.A) nationally accredited certified Strength and
Conditioning Specialist CSCS) certification exam
EXS 349, EXS 355, SR Standing
Selected topics in Exercise Science
JR/SR Standing
Study of psychological knowledge and principles as they relate to sport
and exercise participants and the sport and exercise environment.
Emphasis on practical application of psychological concepts related to
sport and exercise
EXS 349
Concepts of health related physical fitness with an emphasis on the
EXS 470-Exercise Prescription &
design of an individualized exercise program for all ages within an
Assessment (Course has a lab component)
apparently healthy population.
EXS 470
Continuation of EXS 470. Topics include benefits and risks, screening,
EXS 471-Exercise Prescription &
pre-exercise evaluations, fitness testing, exercise prescription and
Assessment: Special Populations
clinical conditions.
EXS 216 or BIO 240,
Relationship of exercise, physical activity, and performance to human
HEA 465- Exercise, Performance, &
EXS 217 or BIO 241, JR nutrition. In-depth information on human energy systems, weight
Nutrition
standing
control, and proper dieting. Intermediate and cellular metabolism in
relation to nutrition and overall health.
EXS 216 or BIO 240 SR Provide students theoretical and practical knowledge to plan and
PED 415-Adapted Physical Activity
Standing or Instructor
implement appropriate physical activity programs for individuals with
Consent
disabilities in integrated and inclusive settings.
**EXS 347 Practicum in Exercise Science Taken Last semester of 90 credit hour practicum intended to provide an opportunity to
Senior Year
gain hands-on experience, expose you to a breadth of career
opportunities in the industry and focus academic studies to meet
personal and professional goals.
Revised 5-27-2015