Exercise Testing and Prescription
Students will acquire the knowledge and skill to conduct various aspects of exercise testing such as the assessment of risk stratification, cardiorespiratory endurance, muscular fitness, and flexibility. Students will then learn how to apply these assessments in developing exercise prescriptions and programs. The American College of Sports Medicine’s Guidelines will be emphasized with specific focus on the knowledge, skills, and abilities for the Certified Exercise Physiologist Certification. Prerequisite: BIOL 303
Personal Training and Exercise Leadership
This course is designed to prepare students to take the American College of Sports Medicine Personal Training Certification. The course will cover the basic scientific foundations of personal training as well as provide the tools and knowledge for an individual to conduct initial fitness assessments and exercise programming. Additional topics will include behavior change, leadership and coaching techniques, business planning, and legality issues in personal training. Prerequisite: EXSC Exercise Phys
Nutrition for Health and Fitness
Explores the fundamental biochemical and physiological rationale for optimal nutrient intake for health, physical fitness, and athletic performance. Topics include how nutrients can influence exercise performance, weight management, and sport performance, as well as investigate the role of ergogenic aids in exercise and sport performance. Prerequisite: BIOL 210
Fitness and Wellness for Special Populations
This course is designed to increase the understanding of practical application of exercise to special populations. Students will learn and apply knowledge on how to modify exercise for individuals and groups based on age, medical conditions, and special needs. Areas covered include: pregnancy, youth, elderly, obesity, diabetes, heart disease, and mentally challenged. Prerequisite: EXSC Exercise Testing and Prescription
Research Methods in Exercise Science
This course is designed to provide students with an understanding of the role of research in the field of exercise science as well as provide them the tools to successfully conduct research upon entering his or her chosen profession. (WI)
Internship
The internship course requires direct participation experience within the areas of exercise and wellness that allows the students to apply their academic knowledge and training. Hours must be completed under a certified exercise/fitness professional or a licensed clinical professional. Graded Pass/Fail Only. Prerequisite: Department permission.
Senior Seminar
Through inquiry and analysis, students will explore the latest research in the field of exercise science. A closer look at the current literature and research methods will also be accomplished by having students complete their own research capstone projects. Topics such as professionalism in a clinical setting and professional development will also be discussed in this course. Prerequisite: EXSC writing intensive and senior standing
Foundations of Strength and Conditioning
Provides students a comprehensive overview of the principles of strength and conditioning for sport performance. Emphasis is placed on the exercise sciences (including anatomy, exercise physiology, and biomechanics), nutrition, exercise technique, program design, organization and administration, and testing and evaluation. Additionally, this course is designed to prepare students for the nationally accredited Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) certification exam. Prerequisite: EXSC Exercise Physiology