Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science (BS)
2013-2014
Department of Health, Leisure
and Exercise Science
Exercise Science
Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science (BS)
2013-2014
Welcome to the Department of Health, Leisure and
Exercise Science
The mission of the Department of Health, Leisure, and Exercise Science (HLES) is to deliver student-centered education that is
accentuated by quality teaching, scholarly activity, and service. Although united by a common mission, each of the five interrelated
academic units (Athletic Training, Exercise Science, Health Promotion, Physical Education, and Recreation Management) has its own
distinct body of knowledge to achieve the following goals:
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provide undergraduate degrees in each discipline;
provide graduate degrees in selected disciplines;
provide basic instruction/wellness literacy and discipline-specific courses which support attainment of knowledge and skills that
enable effective active lifestyle choices;
provide professional service to undergraduate students, the University community, allied groups, organizations and
practitioners and
conduct theoretical and applied research that contributes to the body of knowledge in each discipline.
The Department of Health, Leisure and Exercise Science is made up of five separate programs: Athletic Training, Exercise Science, Health
Promotion, Physical Education Teacher Education, and Recreation Management. All of the programs share a commitment in the
accomplishment of our departmental mission which is to enhance the human condition through the development of physical, mental,
social and spiritual health.
The Department of HLES is one of the largest academic units at Appalachian State University with more than forty faculty members, over
one thousand undergraduate majors, and thirty graduate students. All of the HLES faculty members are involved in individual or
collaborative research efforts that contribute to the body of knowledge in each of the five respective disciplines. This activity also allows
the faculty to remain on the cutting edge of their specialty areas and contributes to their effectiveness in the classroom.
Although we are a large department, HLES has a reputation for outstanding academic advising and being student centered. Opportunities
for student involvement in research and community-based service learning activities abound. Experiential education opportunities are
also plentiful. Some of these are class related, allowing students to engage in research or service activities in the High Country region.
Other experiential learning occurs in our numerous laboratories, through clinical supervision, or in full time internships. The department
has an impressive record of placing students in nationwide and international internship positions, preparing them for exciting careers in
the health, leisure, and fitness industries. We also have an expanding international program which allows students to travel abroad on
study tours or study abroad for a semester or a year.
Through all of this, the faculty maintains a dedication to being effective teachers. They are actively involved in faculty development
pursuits which help them achieve excellence in their teaching responsibilities. The department employs state of the art teaching
evaluation systems that provide timely student feedback to faculty members and ultimately lead to improved teaching performance.
We hope you enjoy learning more about the Department of HLES as you browse through our home page. For further information or to
arrange a visit/tour of our department, please do not hesitate to click on our contact link and we will be happy to respond.
N Travis Triplett, PhD
Interim Department Chair
Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science (BS)
2013-2014
Exercise Science
The Exercise Science degree has an interdisciplinary commitment from scientists and educators to provide
students with an understanding of exercise and sports performance. Majors in exercise science can choose
concentrations in Pre-Professional, Strength & Conditioning or Clinical Exercise Physiology.
Pre-Professional Concentration
This course of study provides the science-related foundation required for successful admission to professional
schools for students interested in becoming Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Chiropractors,
Physicians and Physician's Assistants.
Strength and Conditioning Concentration
Students interested in attending graduate school to study exercise science, pursuing a career as a conditioning
coach, or working in fitness/wellness programs (personal training, etc.) may want to consider this academic course
of study. Strength and Conditioning courses prepare students to work in applied and academic settings by
focusing on the science behind exercise and sport performance.
Clinical Exercise Physiology Concentration
This concentration provides the academic preparation for students interested in working in a clinical setting with a
variety of populations which include obese, cardiovascular, pulmonary, metabolic, and pediatric. Classes designed
to teach students about specific pathophysiologies and the accompanying exercise recommendations along with a
substantial internship experience will prepare students for graduate study or immediate entry into the work force.
This academic course of study is designed to prepare students for successful completion of the American College
of Sports Medicine's Clinical Exercise Specialist certification.
Minor in Exercise Science
A minor in Exercise Science consists of 19 semester hours. The minor is designed individually according to the
student’s interests and designated major, and in consultation with the advisor, area director, and departmental
chair.
Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science (BS)
2013-2014
College of Health Sciences (CHS)
Department of Health, Leisure and Exercise Science
Major Code 567*
Concentration Codes 567 B or D or E
Non-Teaching
Director: Dr. N. Travis Triplett
828-262-7148
triplttnt@appstate.edu
HLES.Appstate.edu
GENERAL EDUCATION ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….… 44
MAJOR REQUIREMENTS………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 97
Note: Note: Up to 17 sh of the following courses may be counted in General Education. An overall 2.0 GPA is required in the major.
18 sh must be completed at Appalachian *C MINIMUM REQUIRED BEFORE ENROLLMENT IN E S COURSES
MAT 1025_____(4) OR above (Gen Ed: Quantitative Literacy)
*CHE 1101_____(3) & *CHE 1110_____(1) (Gen Ed: Sci. Inquiry)
*CHE 1102_____(3) & *CHE 1120_____(1) (Gen Ed: Sci. Inquiry)
PSY 1200_____(3) (Gen Ed themes: H&S: Individual & Society, Mind)
NUT 2202 _____(3) (2 s.h. Gen Ed: Wellness Literacy)
Allied Core (16 sh)
*BIO 1801_____(4) Biological Concepts I
PHY 1103_____(4) General Physics I
CHE 2101_____(3) Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry
PHY 1104_____(4) General Physics II
CHE 2102_____(1) Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry Laboratory
Exercise Science Core (33 sh)
E S 2031_____(4) Human Anatomy & Physiology I
*E S 3005_____(3) Physiological Assessment & Program Mgt
E S 2032_____(4) Human Anatomy & Physiology II
E S 3450_____(3) Advanced Exercise Physiology
E S 2005_____(3) Concepts in Fitness & Performance Eval
E S 3550_____(4) Introduction to Biomechanics
E S 2010_____(3) Exercise Physiology (WID)
E S 4555_____(3) Nutritional Aspects of Exercise & Sports
E S 2020_____(3) Measurement & Eval in Exercise Science
E S 4650_____(1) Seminar (CAP)
P E 1700-1889 activity courses _______(1) _______(1) [total of 2 sh]
Note: P E 1754 required for Strength and Conditioning concentration students.
REQUIRED OF ALL EXERCISE SCIENCE MAJORS: CPR PROFICIENCY ______________(Certification must be valid at time of graduation)
CONCENTRATION (30 sh): CHOOSE ONE CONCENTRATION
567B Pre-Professional (30 sh)
Required Courses (9 sh)
PSY 2210______(3) Psychology of Human Growth & Development
PSY 2212______(3) Abnormal Psychology
E S 4050_______(3) Practicum: Pre-Professional
And 21 sh with approval from advisor ____________________________________________________________________
Note: Minors in Biology, Chemistry, Health Care Management, Health Promotion, Nutrition, or Psychology may be counted as hours.
567E Clinical Exercise Physiology (30 sh)
Note: A Health Promotion Minor may be obtained by taking HP 1105, HP 2100, 2200, 3700, 4300 & NUT 2202.
Required Courses: (24 sh of which includes a 6 sh internship)
SOC 3100_____(3) Gerontology
HP 3700______(3) Health Behavior Change
E S 4635_____(3) Electrocardiographic Interpretation
E S 4625_____(3) Concepts of Clinical Exercise Testing
E S 4645_____(3) Cardiopulmonary Pathophysiology & Rehab
#E S 3900_____(6-12) Internship (6 sh minimum required)
E S 4660_____(3) Exer Prescription & Chronic Disease Mgt
#If internship is done for 6 sh, you must choose 6 sh of electives from the following courses:
A T 1600______(2) Intro to Athletic Training
H P 3200_____(3) Health Risk Appraisal
NUT 4552_____(1) Medical Terminology/Records
PHY 4820_____(3) Medical Physics
H P 2100_____(3) Health Program Planning & Eval I
BIO 4563______(3) Biology of Aging
H P 2200_____(3) Lifestyle Disease & Risk Reduction
E S 3500_____(1-4) Independent Study
567D Strength & Conditioning (30 sh)
Required Courses (14 sh)
E S 4000_____(3) Strength and Conditioning Theory and Practice
A T 1600_____(2) Intro to Athletic Training
E S 4060_____(3) Practicum: Strength & Conditioning
P E 4002_____(3) Psychological Aspects of Sport
E S 4600_____(3) Survey of Sports Performance
And 16 sh with approval from advisor ____________________________________________________________________
Note: Minors in Biology, Chemistry, Health Care Management, Health Promotion, Nutrition, or Psychology may be counted as hours.
MINOR NOT REQUIRED (Although a minor is not required, a minor may be obtained as noted above by the concentrations.)
FREE ELECTIVE (to total a minimum of 122 sh) ………………………………………………………………………………..… 2
Note: 2 sh of free electives outside the major discipline are required
General Education Courses taken for the major …………………………………………………………………………. – Up to 17
TOTAL ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 126
SEE REVERSE FOR PREREQUISITES
COURSE:
PREREQUISITES:
BIO 1801
BIO 4563
CHE 1101
CHE 1102
CHE 2101
CHE 2102
ES 2010
ES 2020
ES 2031
ES 2032
ES 3005
ES 3450
ES 3550
ES 3900
ES 4000
ES 4050
ES 4060
ES 4555
ES 4600
ES 4625
ES 4635
ES 4645
ES 4650
ES 4660
PE 4002
PHY 1103
PHY 1104
PHY 4820
PSY 2210
PSY 2212
Corequisite: CHE 1101
BIO 1801
Pre- or Corequisite: CHE 1110
CHE 1101 & 1110; Pre- or Corequisite: CHE 1120
Prerequisites: CHE 1102 and CHE 1120; corequisite or prerequisite: CHE 2102.
Prerequisites: CHE 1102 and CHE 1120; corequisite or prerequisite: CHE 2101.
ES 2000 or 2031, or equivalent
MAT 1025 or higher
BIO 1101 & 1102 or BIO 1801 & 1802 or CHE 1101 & 1102
ES 2031
ES 2005 & ES 2010 or equivalent
BIO 1101 or BIO 1801 & CHE 1101 and CHE 1110 & ES 2010 or equivalent
ES 2000 or 2031, or equivalent & MAT 1025 or higher
Senior Standing
ES 2010; Pre- or Corequisite: ES 3450
ES 2010 & ES 3450 or equivalent
ES 2010 & ES 3450 & ES 3350 or equivalent
ES 2000 or 2031, or equivalent & ES 2010 & ES 3450; Pre- or Corequisite: CHE 2101 (or CHE 2201) & CHE 2203
ES 2010; Pre- or Corequisite: ES 3450
ES 2010 & ES 3450 or similar coursework, and senior standing
ES 3450 or equivalent, and senior standing
ES 2005 & ES 3450 or equivalent, and senior standing
Senior standing
ES 2010 & ES 3450 or equivalent, and senior standing
Permission of Instructor
Corequisite: MAT 1020 or 1025
PHY 1103
PHY 1104 or 1151
SUGGESTED COURSE/SEMESTER SEQUENCE (With GEN ED effective Fall 2011) ES Major: Clinical Exercise
Physiology Concentration
Freshmen: (fall
semester)
ENG 1000 (3) "GEN ED"
(Perspective) (3) "GEN ED"
CHE 1101 (3)/1110 (1) "GEN ED"
BIO 1801 (4) PE
(1)
l5 sh
Sophomores: (fall
semester)
ENG 2001 (3) "GEN ED"
ES 2031 (4)
CHE 2101 (3)/2102 (1)
(Perspective) (3) "GEN ED"
NUT 2202 (3) "GEN ED"
(spring semester) PSY
1200 (3) "GEN ED" MAT
1025 (4) "GEN ED"
CHE 1102 (3)/1120 (1) "GEN ED"
(Perspective) (3) "GEN ED"
UCO 1200 (3) "GEN ED"
17 sh
(spring semester)
ES 2032 (4)
ES 2005 (3)
ES 2010 (3)
(Perspective) (3) “GEN ED"
ES 2020 (3)
17 sh
Juniors:
(fall semester)
PHY 1103 (4)
(Perspective) (3) "GEN ED"
ES 3450 (3)
HP 3700 (3)
(Clinical elective) (3)
16 sh
(spring semester)
PHY 1104 (4)
ES 3005 (3)
SOC 3100 (3)
(Cinical
elective)
(3)
(Perspective) (3) "GEN ED"
16 sh
Seniors:
(fall semester)
ES 3550 (4)
ES 4625 (3)
ES 4645 (3)
ES 4650 (1)
"free electives" (2 sh min)
15 sh
*Required: one course each
in the fine arts (FA), historical
studies (HS), and literary
studies (LS); CPR current at
time of graduation
TOTAL: 126 sh
16 sh
(spring semester)
ES 3900 (6)
ES 4555 (3)
ES 4635 (3)
ES 4660 (3)
current CPR cert.
14 sh
SUGGESTED COURSE/SEMESTER SEQUENCE (With GEN ED effective Fall 2011) ES Major: Pre-Professional
Concentration
Freshmen: (fall
semester)
ENG 1000 (3) "GEN ED"
(Perspective) (3) "GEN ED"
CHE 1101 (3)/1110 (1) "GEN ED"
BIO 1801 (4) PE
(1)
l5 sh
Sophomores: (fall
semester)
ENG 2001 (3) "GEN ED"
ES 2031 (4)
CHE 2101 (3)/2102 (1)
(Perspective) (3) "GEN ED"
NUT 2202 (3) "GEN ED"
17 sh
Juniors:
(fall semester)
PHY 1103 (4)
(Perspective) (3) "GEN ED"
ES 2020 (3)
ES 3450 (3)
PSY 2212 (3)
16 sh
Seniors:
(fall semester)
ES 3550 (4)
(Pre-prof elective) (3)
(Pre-prof elective) (3)
ES 4050 (3)
"free electives" (2 sh min)
15 sh
*Required: one course each
in the fine arts (FA), historical
studies (HS), and literary
studies (LS); CPR current at
time of graduation
TOTAL: 126 sh
(spring semester) PSY
1200 (3) "GEN ED" MAT
1025 (4) "GEN ED"
CHE 1102 (3)/1120 (1) "GEN ED"
(Perspective) (3) "GEN ED"
UCO 1200 (3) "GEN ED"
17 sh
(spring semester)
ES 2032 (4)
ES 2005 (3)
ES 2010 (3)
(Perspective) (3) “GEN ED"
PSY 2210 (3)
16 sh
(spring semester)
PHY 1104 (4)
ES 3005 (3)
(Pre-prof elective)
(Pre-prof elective)
(Pre-prof elective) (3)
(3)
(3)
16 sh
(spring semester)
ES 4555 (3)
(Perspective) (3) "GEN ED"
(Pre-prof elective) (3) (Pre-prof
elective) (3)
ES 4650 (1)
PE (1) current CPR cert.
14 s
SUGGESTED COURSE/SEMESTER SEQUENCE (With GEN ED effective Fall 2011) ES Major: Strength and
Conditioning Concentration
Freshmen: (fall
semester)
ENG 1000 (3) "GEN ED"
(Perspective) (3) "GEN ED"
CHE 1101 (3)/1110 (1) "GEN ED"
BIO 1801 (4) PE
1754 (1)
l5 sh
Sophomores: (fall
semester)
ENG 2001 (3) "GEN ED"
ES 2031 (4)
CHE 2101 (3)/2102 (1)
(Perspective) (3) "GEN ED"
AT 1600 (2)
16 sh
Juniors:
(fall semester)
PHY 1103 (4)
(Perspective) (3) "GEN ED"
ES 2020 (3)
ES 3450 (3)
(S & C elective) (3)
16 sh
Seniors:
(fall semester)
ES 3550 (4)
(S & C elective) (3)
ES 4000 (3)
ES 4060 (3)
PE _____ (1)
"free electives" (2 sh min)
16 sh
*Required: one course each
in the fine arts (FA), historical
studies (HS), and literary
studies (LS); CPR current at
time of graduation
TOTAL: 126 sh
(spring semester) PSY
1200 (3) "GEN ED" MAT
1025 (4) "GEN ED"
CHE 1102 (3)/1120 (1) "GEN ED"
(Perspective) (3) "GEN ED"
UCO 1200 (3) "GEN ED"
17 sh
(spring semester)
ES 2032 (4)
ES 2005 (3)
ES 2010 (3)
(Perspective) (3) “GEN ED"
NUT 2202 (3) "GEN ED"
16 sh
(spring semester)
PHY 1104 (4)
ES 3005 (3)
(Perspective) (3) "GEN ED"
(S & C elective) (3)
(S & C elective) (3)
16 sh
(spring semester)
ES 4555 (3)
PE 4002 (3)
(S & C elective) (3)
(S & C elective) (3)
ES 4650 (1)
ES 4600 (3) current CPR cert.
14 sh
Scholarships
applications are due MARCH 31st by 4:00pm. Please turn into office 041 in the Holmes
Convocation Center.
*All
Eric DeGroat:
Established in 1992. Eric DeGroat taught physical education and recreation classes in the HLES
department. He was one of the founders of Appalachian Ski Mountain and taught people how
to use the short skis. He trained military members to ski in Boone. Eric Degraot also started
many of the athletic areas at ASU. This scholarship was established by his wife and children and
is highly supported by Appalachian Ski Mountain.
Requirements:
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Must be in a Health, Leisure, and Exercise Science major
Rising junior or senior
3.0 GPA
Must reapply each year
Amount: Varies, but is usually 500.00 per semester
Careers in Exercise Science
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Athletic trainer. Employers include schools, teams, clinics, and hospitals.
(Undergraduate degree, master’s degree from an accredited National Athletic Trainers’
Association program)
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Biomechanist. Employers include product developers/users in research and clinical
settings; future growth is expected in industrial settings. (Master’s or doctoral degree)
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Cardiopulmonary rehabilitation specialist. Employers include hospitals and clinics.
(Undergraduate degree, often master’s degree, recognized certification)
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Exercise physiologist. Employers include commercial and clinical workplace settings.
(Undergraduate degree minimum)
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Group exercise instructor. Employers include commercial and workplace fitness centers.
(Some college courses, recognized certification)
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Fitness Manager/ Coordinator/ Specialist - Employers include fitness centers, YMCA's,
YWCA's, hospital-based wellness centers, etc. (Undergraduate degree minimum, often
master's degree, recommended ACSM certification)
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Personal trainer/strength and conditioning coach. Personal trainers might be selfemployed or work for a fitness facility. Strength and conditioning coaches are employed
by universities and professional athletic teams. (Undergraduate degree minimum,
recognized certification)
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Physical therapist or Occupational therapist. Employers include hospitals and clinics.
(Most physical therapy programs require 3–4 years of physical therapy school after an
Undergraduate degree)
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Physician/physician’s assistant. Employers include hospitals and clinics. (Undergraduate
degree, 3–5 years of training, plus specialization training)
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Pharmaceutical/medical sales. Employers include pharmaceutical and other medical
development companies. (Undergraduate degree minimum)
Facilities
George Holmes Convocation Center
The George Holmes Convocation Center was designed to
provide the University and the community with an
extremely versatile complex which could be utilized for a
wide range of academic, athletic, and cultural events.
Sited strategically on 8.4 campus acres, the three-story
structure is close to 100 feet in height and contains
200,840 square feet.
In addition to the multi-purpose arena which seats 9,040 people, the building contains thirteen
laboratories, ten classrooms and thirty-two offices for the Department of Health, Leisure, and
Exercise Science, an indoor running track, locker and dressing rooms, management space and
extensive public service areas.
CONTACT
George Holmes Convocation Center
Appalachian State University
PO Box 32071
Boone, NC 28608
Department Chair: Dr. Paul Gaskill
Email: gaskillpl@appstate.edu
Phone: 828-262-3140
Fax: 828-262-3138
Janet Moretz, Administrative Secretary: 3149
Brandy Cornett, Office Assistant: 3139
Magdalena Anoufriev, Office Assistant: 3141