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.

This course is designed to provide the student a thorough understanding of acute and chronic responses to exercise. Particular attention is placed upon muscle
bioenergetics as well as responses of the cardiovascular, pulmonary, and endocrine systems to exercise.

The focus of the course will be on how nutrition improves athletic performance and overall health. Sport participation, gender, age, and environments related to nutrition including an emphasis on the use of dietary supplements and ergogenic aids will be reviewed.

The student will gain an advanced understanding of aerobic and anaerobic adaptations and chronic and acute physiological responses as a result of training as
well as how to identify and collect athlete information that is critical when designing and implementing sport-specific conditioning programs to enhance athletic
performance.

The student will gain an advanced understanding of aerobic and anaerobic adaptations and chronic and acute physiological responses as a result of training as
well as how to identify and collect athlete information that is critical when designing and implementing sport-specific conditioning programs to enhance athletic
performance.

This course will explore advanced resistance training concepts, techniques, and programs for individual and team sports. Functional movement, hypertrophy, force
and power development, as well as speed, agility, and quickness training will be discussed.

This course provides an in-depth understanding of how exercise affects overall health. Students learn the effects that physical activity has at the cellular and systemic levels, how to customize exercise based on specific health conditions and medical guidelines, and public health strategies that reduce the prevalence of lifestyle related diseases.

The course focuses on postural imbalances and dysfunctional human movement patterns that lead to common injuries. Application of corrective exercises and
rehabilitation techniques to treat athletic and physically active populations post-injury, to reduce injury risks, and prepare an individual to return to activity will be discussed.

This course examines fundamental principles of bioenergetics, biomechanics, strength and conditioning that prepares students on how to design and facilitate
physical fitness training programs for tactical occupations, including military, law enforcement, fire, search and rescue, and other emergency services to increase
performance and readiness, while reducing the likelihood of injuries.

This course examines the application of business, marketing, and management principles to various enterprises within the fitness and sport industries, such as health facilities, sport teams, community wellness centers, recreational settings, or corporate wellness centers.

This course offers an opportunity to gain practical experience and develop skills in an exercise science setting. Additionally, students will be required to complete a project that examines current issues in exercise science, collect and analyze data, and arrive at a conclusion in preparation to present findings.