Exercise Science (BS)
Exercise Science is the study of physiological and functional adaptations that occur during and in response to exercise and human movement. The exercise science major is designed to provide a broad-based study of scientific principles relating to health, exercise, and wellbeing. Advanced coursework includes tracks preparing students for advanced health professions, fitness and sport careers, and health and wellness.
Requirements for a Bachelor of Science Degree with a Major in Exercise Science
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Exercise Science Core | ||
| Select one of the following: | 4 | |
| General Biology I | ||
| Essentials of Biology and Lab-Essentials of Biology | ||
| Select one of the following: | 4-8 | |
| Essentials-Human Anatomy & Physiology | ||
| Human Anatomy & Physiology I and Human Anatomy & Physiology II | ||
| KIN-101 | Introduction to Wellness | 3 |
| KIN-150 | Practical Skills in Exercise Science | 2 |
| KIN-216/DPT-540 | Exercise and Sport Psychology | 3 |
| KIN-240 | Nutrition Concepts | 3 |
| KIN-293 | Exercise Testing and Prescription | 3 |
| KIN-361 | Functional and Structural Kinesiology | 4 |
| KIN-390 | Exercise Physiology | 4 |
| PSYC-105 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| STAT-145 | Introductory Statistics | 3 |
| Select three credits of the following: | 3 | |
| Practical Applications in Personal Training | ||
| Internship in Kinesiology | ||
| Health Intervention Practicum | ||
| Select 6 credits from the following Advanced Topics: | 6 | |
| Pharmacology in Exercise Science | ||
| Biomechanics | ||
| Sports Nutrition | ||
| Pathophysiology of Cardiovascular Disease | ||
| Pathophysiology of Musculoskeletal Injuries | ||
| Special Topics in Exercise Science | ||
| Kinesiology/Biomechanics | ||
| Analyzing Movement in Occupational Performance | ||
| Tracks | ||
| Select either the Performance and Fitness track or Pre-Health Science track: | ||
| Total Credits | 45-49 | |
Performance and Fitness Track
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Select one of the following: | 2-3 | |
| Methods in Group Fitness Leadership | ||
| Scientific Principles of Strength and Conditioning | ||
| Exercise Prescription for Special Populations | ||
| KIN-217 | Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries | 2 |
| KIN-363 | Legal Issues in Sport and Physical Activity Settings | 3 |
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Promotion and Marketing in Sport and Recreation Management | ||
| Facility and Event Management in Sport And Recreation | ||
| Principles of Marketing | ||
| Principles of Management | ||
| Select one course from PSYC 200-level or above | 3 | |
| Select one of the following: | 3-6 | |
| Practical Applications in Personal Training | ||
| Internship in Kinesiology | ||
| Health Intervention Practicum | ||
| Total Credits | 16-20 | |
Pre-Health Science Track
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Select one of the following: | 2-3 | |
| Methods in Group Fitness Leadership | ||
| Scientific Principles of Strength and Conditioning | ||
| Exercise Prescription for Special Populations | ||
| Select four courses of the following: | 15-16 | |
| General Biology II | ||
| Microbiology | ||
| Introduction to Chemistry | ||
| General Chemistry I | ||
| General Chemistry II | ||
| Survey of Biochemistry | ||
| Organic Chemistry I | ||
| College Physics I | ||
| College Physics II | ||
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Pharmacology in Exercise Science | ||
| Biomechanics | ||
| Sports Nutrition | ||
| Pathophysiology of Cardiovascular Disease | ||
| Pathophysiology of Musculoskeletal Injuries | ||
| Special Topics in Exercise Science | ||
| Select one course from PSYC 200-level or above | 3 | |
| Total Credits | 23-25 | |
DPT-540 Neuroanatomy and Neurophysiology may replace KIN-216 Exercise and Sport Psychology, DPT-635 Clinical Exercise Physiology may replace KIN-395 Exercise Prescription for Special Populations, DPT-530 Kinesiology/Biomechanics may replace one of the advanced topics courses. OTD-550 Interventions IA may replace KIN-395 Exercise Prescription for Special Populations.