EXS Courses

GE Designates a course that fulfills all or part of a Core Curriculum requirement; see the Core Curriculum Program section of the catalog for more information.

EXS 1000 Personal Health (2 sh) GE

A study of physical and psychological well-being, including exercise and nutrition.

EXS 1400 Introduction to Exercise Science (4 sh)

An overview of health/fitness professions and content areas including exercise physiology, biomechanics, and exercise programming. Career paths and professional ethics are also presented. This also offers the basic knowledge and skills required to work as a Personal Trainer.

EXS 1500 Introduction to Physical Education (4 sh)

An introductory course giving an overview of physical education including history and principles and a study of organization, administration, and assessment in physical education, exercise science, and sport. Includes the development of a philosophy of physical education.

EXS 2290 Coaching Principles and Administration (2 sh)

This course will focus on examining theoretical and applied concepts of sports coaching, including administrative coaching duties. Emphasis will be placed on coaching at a secondary or college level. The goal of the class will be for students to improve their own coaching practices through research, reflection, and observation.

EXS 2500 Health and Behavior (4 sh) GE

Study of the dimensions of health and selected health topics with emphasis on how one’s behavior affects health. Prerequisite: EXS 1000 or PSYC 1200.

EXS 2600 Applied Musculoskeletal Anatomy (4 sh)

This course will provide a foundational knowledge base regarding the structure and biomechanics of the musculoskeletal system as it relates to movement and function. Prerequisite: BIOL 1250.

EXS 2700 Movement Experiences for Pre-K and Elementary School Age Children (4 sh)

Introduction to designing physical education programs in preK and elementary schools, emphasizing the practical application of key physical education concepts. These include fundamental motor skills and movement concepts, rhythmic movement skills, gymnastic-related skills, game skills, cooperative skills, basic principles of motor skill learning and development, and the history and philosophy of physical education.

EXS 2800 Physical Education Curriculum: 6-12 (4 sh)

Introduction to designing physical education programs for regular and special populations in the secondary schools. Emphasis is on application of curricular models to programming of physical education activities in order to accomplish desired outcomes within an established philosophical framework.

EXS 2950 Sport Psychology (2 sh)

Develop an understanding of the principles of motivation, the importance of leadership and communication skills, and the different psychological skills athletes can use to improve performance.

EXS 3010 Biomechanics (4 sh)

Systematic analysis of human movement. The integrated study of applied anatomy and applied mechanics to the analysis of movement. Movement terminology as well as muscular system function in sport will be studied. Prerequisite: BIOL 1250.

EXS 3070 Introduction to Evidence Based Practice (4 sh)

This course is designed to introduce exercise science students to concepts related to evidence-based practice. In addition, students will develop literacy and communication (i.e. written and verbal) skills necessary to explain their findings to a variety of audiences.

EXS 3120 Principles and Practice of Physical Education for Children and Adolescents (2 sh)

Study of child growth and development, motor learning, and movement experiences, including teaching of elementary and middle school games, as well as evaluation procedures with regular and special education students. Cross-listed with EDUC 3120. Co-requisite: EDUC 3520.

EXS 3130 Individual and Dual Sports (4 sh)

Instruction and practice for teaching basic motor skills related to individual and dual activities to regular and special populations with specific study of rules and equipment required. Prerequisite: EXS 1500, EXS 2800, EXS 3010, or EDUC 2140.

EXS 3140 Team Sports (4 sh)

Instruction and practice for teaching basic motor skills related to team sports to regular and special populations and specific study of the rules and equipment required. Prerequisite: EXS 1500, EXS 2800, EXS 3010, or EDUC 2140.

EXS 3160 Exercise Physiology (4 sh) GE

Study of human physiology with emphasis on the acute and chronic effects of exercise upon the muscular and cardiorespiratory systems. Lecture and lab required. Cross-listed with BIOL 3160. Prerequisite: BIOL 1250.

EXS 3180 Nutrition (2 sh)

This course will introduce students to an evidence-based review of the direct effects of diet on health and physical activity. Specific topics addressed include nutrient metabolism, body composition management, hydration, health effects, supplement and food ethics.

EXS 3190 Health Promotion (4 sh)

Study of health issues as they relate to fitness professionals. Topics of study include weight management, stress management, and substance abuse. Counseling skills, screening instruments, and referral procedures will also be covered. Co-requisite or Prerequisite: EXS 2500.

EXS 3500 Health Appraisal and Fitness Testing (4 sh)

Knowledge and skills necessary to obtain health appraisals and conduct physical fitness assessments for diverse populations. Interpretation of results and application to fitness activities is also emphasized. Co-requisite or Prerequisite: EXS 3160.

EXS 3700 Exercise Programming and Leadership (4 sh)

Class planning and exercise prescription based on test and appraisal results. Teaching group exercise classes and use of exercise equipment is also emphasized. Co-requisite or Prerequisite: EXS 3010, EXS 3160.

EXS 3800 Conditioning for Health and Performance (4 sh)

Classroom education and practical experience using advanced techniques of conditioning. Includes theory and practice of a variety of conditioning models, exercises, and equipment. Prerequisite: EXS 3160.

EXS 3910 Topics in Exercise and Sport (1-4 sh)

Concentrated study in areas of special interest to students and faculty. Consent of Instructor required. Prerequisite: Two Exercise and Sport Courses.

EXS 4000 Departmental Honors in Exercise and Sport (1-4 sh)

Consent of instructor required.

EXS 4010 Seminar in Exercise Science (4 sh) GE

This course examines principles and practices of program organization and administration, including equipment design and purchase, marketing and promotion strategies, and legal issues. Guidelines of professional organizations and government agencies will be studied, compared, and applied to diverse populations. Co-requisite or Prerequisite: EXS 3700.

EXS 4200 Assessment of Human Movement (4 sh)

Investigates issues in human movement through the lenses of the practitioner and researcher. The course will emphasize quantitative reasoning and application of concepts from various disciplines including exercise physiology, biomechanics, and motor control.

EXS 4910 Independent Study in Exercise and Sport (1-4 sh)

Consent of instructor and chairperson of division required.

EXS 4930 Directed Research (1-4 sh)

This course is open to students with an interest in a special topic in research related to Athletic Training, Exercise Science or Physical Education. Students must be an EXS major, either a junior or senior in standing, with a minimum EXS GPA of 3.0. Students will work under the direction of a faculty mentor on a novel research project. Permission of the faculty mentor and departmental approval is required prior to enrollment in this course.

EXS 4970 Internship in Exercise and Sport (1-4 sh)

Please refer to internship requirements and guidelines in another section of this catalog. Prerequisite: Completion of at least 30 hours in the Exercise and Sport department.