Develops students' basic evidence-based practice knowledge and skills, and applies findings to their practice as health and wellness professionals. Topics addressed include evidence-based practice research methods, research study design, basic statistics, and evaluation of research evidence as they apply to clinical practice and decision making. Prerequisite: Exercise Science major.
Emphasis on personality and behavioral dynamics of sport, psychological changes associated with exercise, assessment, performance enhancement, motivation, anxiety, group processes, and exercise adoption and maintenance. Prerequisite: PSYS 1400.
On-site supervised work experience combined with a structured academic learning plan directed by a faculty member or a faculty-staff team in which a faculty member is the instructor of record, for which academic credit is awarded. Offered at department discretion.
A course which is tailored to fit the interests of a specific student, which occurs outside the traditional classroom/laboratory setting under the supervision of a faculty member, for which credit is awarded. Offered at department discretion.
Undergraduate student service as a teaching assistant, usually in an introductory level course in the discipline, for which credit is awarded. Offered at department discretion.
Undergraduate student work on individual or small team research projects under the supervision of a faculty member, for which credit is awarded. Offered at department discretion.
Review of selected advances in the field of exercise science as they pertain to Health and Human Performance to help future health professionals from a range of disciplines improve their observational and analytical abilities. Incorporates hands-on learning models to give a more in depth understanding of Health and Human Performance. Prerequisites: EXSC 3500, EXSC 3501, Senior standing, Exercise Science student.
Understanding biomechanical principles for the description and analysis of human movement (whole-body, joint, gait, balance, etc.) in relation to performance, injuries, and other conditions. Applying biomechanical knowledge and tools to design assessments, quantify movement, and evaluate results. Prerequisites: ANPS 1190, ANPS 1200, EXSC 2750.
Explores the acute and long-term responses to exercise on the metabolic, skeletal, cardiovascular, and respiratory systems. Prerequisites: ANPS 1190, ANPS 1200.
Teaches how to measure and evaluate physiological function and structure. Prerequisites: ANPS 1190, ANPS 1200. Co-requisites: EXSC 3500.
Examines current issues surrounding physical activity programming for individuals with disabilities. Emphasizes instructional strategies and modifications for effectively including individuals with diverse abilities into physical activity. Prerequisite: Exercise Science or Teacher Education Physical Education major; minimum Junior standing.
Advanced course in exercise prescription for a variety of unique populations. Recommended modifications and techniques that support fitness testing and and programming for individuals with specific exercise needs will be reviewed. Prerequisites: EXSC 3600; Senior standing in Exercise Science.
Junior seminar that bridges the foundational curricular experience with professional practice and/or post-graduate education. Professional seminar topics include but are not limited to: resume development, interviewing techniques, collaborative communication, etc.
Provides a hands-on, applied overview of current research in the fields exercise and sport science. Emphasis on the understanding and application of findings specific to acute and chronic adaptations in resistance training and conditioning from the cellular to whole-body/functional levels. Prerequisites: EXSC 2750, EXSC 3500.
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Supervised capstone experience in Exercise Science. Prerequisite: Senior standing in Exercise Science.
Graduate student work on individual or small team research projects under the supervision of a faculty member, for which credit is awarded. Offered at department discretion.