Exercise Science (EXSC)

15010 Introduction to Exercise Science (2)
Introduction to the discipline of exercise science, including the history of the field, current position stands of the American College of Sports Medicine, the responsibilities and roles of the exercise physiologist and the current trends in exercise science. Prerequisite: none.

25057 Human Anatomy Physiology I (3)
Comprehensive examination of anatomy and physiology related to the organization of the body and basic cell and tissue types. Specific structure and function of the muscular, skeletal, cardiovascular, nervous and respiratory systems are addressed. Prerequisite: none.

25058 Human Anatomy Physiology II (3)
Comprehensive examination of anatomy and physiology related to the human body under rest and exercise conditions. Specific structure and function of the metabolic, endocrine, lymphatic, digestive, urinary and reproductive systems are addressed. Advanced coverage of neurological, cardiovascular and respiratory systems are also addressed. Prerequisite: ATTR 25057 or EXSC 25057.

35022 Exercise Leadership (3)
Designed to provide the students with a knowledge base in exercise leadership. Topic areas and competencies using a variety of techniques in leading and demonstrating safe and effective methods of applying the fundamental principles of exercise science. The exercise leader will demonstrate all forms of group exercise, flexibility and balance training. Prerequisites: none.

35054 Biomechanics (3)
Anatomical and mechanical bases of human movement. Emphasis is placed on tools and techniques for motion analysis, mechanical concepts, forces and performance analysis. Lecture and laboratory. Prerequisite: ATTR 25057 or EXSC 25058; and ATTR 25058 or EXSC 25058.

35075 Exercise Programming (3)
Problems and issues in developing exercise programs in institutional and commercial settings. Prerequisites: ATTR 25057 or EXSC 25057; and ATTR 25057 or EXSC 25057.

40612 Exercise Leadership for the Older Adult (3)
Designed to provide students with a knowledge base in exercise leadership in the older adult population, including special populations. Students participate in the leading, supervision and evaluation of participants within the exercise program. They also assist in the collection of functional fitness data. Prerequisite: none.

43093 Variable Title Workshop in Exercise Science and Exercise Physiology (1-3)
(Repeatable for a total of 6 credit hours) Workshop in exercise science or physiology, topics vary. S/U graded. Prerequisite: none.

43098 Research in Exercise Science (1-3)
(Repeatable for a total of 12 credit hours) Research project completed under the supervision of a faculty member. Written approval of supervising faculty member and School Director required prior to registration. S/U graded. IP permissible. Prerequisite: special approval

45065 Exercise Testing (3)
Lecture and laboratory experiences dealing with the administration and interpretation of exercise tests. Prerequisites: ATTR 25057 or EXSC 25057; and ATTR 25058 or EXSC 25058.

45070 Electrocardiography for the Exercise Physiologist (3)
Designed to provide students with the knowledge base in electrocardiography. Students work on interpreting the 12-lead electrocardiogram with clinical case studies to enhance the knowledge base of the exercise specialist. Prerequisites: ATTR 25057 or EXSC 25057; and ATTR 25058 or EXSC 25058.

45080 Physiology of Exercise (3)
Response of the human to acute and chronic exercise with emphasis on the underlying physiological mechanisms. Prerequisites: ATTR 25057 or EXSC 25057; and ATTR 25058 or EXSC 25058.

45096 Individual Investigation in Exercise Science (1-3)
(Repeatable for a total of 6 credit hours) Independent study completed under the supervision of a faculty member. Written approval of supervising faculty member and school director required prior to registration. Prerequisite: special approval.

45480 Internship Seminar in Exercise Science (1)
Overview of the internship possibilities that are available for the exercise science major. The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) certification workshops and the scope of the practice for the exercise specialist is discussed in detail. Prerequisite: special approval.

45481 Senior Seminar in Exercise Science (1)
Provides an overview of the research possibilities available for the exercise science major. The Institutional Review Board, research methodology and the risks and benefits of research in the area of exercise science are discussed in detail. Prerequisite: special approval.

45492 Internship in Physical Fitness/Cardiac Rehabilitation (2-8)
(Repeatable for a total of 8 hours) Supervised experience providing practical experience in administration and operation of programs in physical fitness, health enhancement and/or cardiac rehabilitation. S/U grading; IP grade permissible. Sixty clock hours per credit hour. Prerequisites: special approval.

46095 Special Topics in Exercise Science (1-3)
(Repeatable for credit) Selected topics in exercise science dependent upon interest. Prerequisite: none.