Student ID:__________________________ Student Name:_______________________ Adviser Name:_______________________ Bulletin: 2016-2017 Undergraduate Bulletin Program: Exercise Science Major, Strength and Conditioning Track, B.A./B.S. Minimum Credits Required:__________________

Exercise Science Major, Strength and Conditioning Track, B.A./B.S.

The major in exercise science prepares students for entry-level positions in academic, clinical, corporate, commercial, and community settings that offer exercise programs for health and fitness, performance enhancement, injury prevention and rehabilitation.  The curriculum follows the knowledge, skills, and abilities set forth by the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and the recommendations of the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA).  Students will exit the program highly prepared to complete future certification exams either the ACSM Health Fitness Specialist and/or the NSCA Certified Strength or Conditioning Specialist.  There are currently four distinct academic tracks for students to choose from:  a) general exercise science, b) strength and conditioning, c) pre-occupational therapy, and d) pre-physical therapy.  This major is also designed to prepare student to continue their education at the graduate level.

Exercise Science Major Required Courses (51 hours)

Course NameCredits:Term TakenGradeGen Ed
KIN 188 - Introduction to Kinesiology and Sport
Term(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Credits: 2
KIN 281 - Personal Health Science

USI Core 39: Foundations-Physical Activity & Wellness.


Term(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Credits: 3
KIN 282 - CPR for the Healthcare Provider and Sports Injury Prevention
Term(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Credits: 2
KIN 283 - Field Experience in Sport and Exercise
Term(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Credits: 1
KIN 291 - Motor Behavior
Term(s) Offered: Spring, Summer
Credits: 2
EXSC 383 - Kinesiology
Term(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Credits: 3
EXSC 391 - Biomechanics
Term(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
Credits: 3
EXSC 394 - Measurement and Evaluation
Term(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
Credits: 3
EXSC 397 - Physiology of Exercise
Term(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Credits: 4
EXSC 484 - Exercise Testing and Prescription
Term(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
Credits: 3
EXSC 487 - Principles and Applications of Fitness Training
Term(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
Credits: 3
EXSC 488 - Program Design for Special Populations
Term(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
Credits: 3
KIN 492 - Contemporary Issues in Sport and Exercise

USI Core 39: Embedded Experience-Global.


Term(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Credits: 3

 

Other Required Courses

BIOL 121 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I

USI Core 39: Natural Science with Lab (BA and BS).


Term(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Credits: 4
BIOL 122 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II

USI Core 39: Natural Science with Lab (BA and BS).


Term(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Credits: 4
NUTR 378 - Nutrition for Fitness and Sports
Term(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Credits: 3
HP 115 - Medical Terminology For The Health Professions
Term(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Credits: 2

 

CIS 141 - Computer Skills for Non-Business Majors or
Term(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
Credits: 3
CIS 151 - Computer Applications in Business or
Term(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Credits: 3
KIN 285 - Technology in Kinesiology and Sport Professions
Term(s) Offered: Irregularly offered
Credits: 3

Strength and Conditioning Track (43-45 hours)

Required Courses

Course NameCredits:Term TakenGradeGen Ed
EXSC 496 - Practicum in Exercise Science (must be taken for 6 hours)
Term(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Credits: 3-6

 

MATH 111 - College Algebra   or

USI Core 39: Foundations-Mathematics/Quantitative Reasoning.


Term(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Credits: 4
MATH 115 - Pre-Calculus Mathematics
Term(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
Credits: 3

 

PHYS 101 - Introduction to the Physical Sciences   or

USI Core 39: Ways of Knowing-Scientific and Mathematical Inquiry; Natural Science (BA and BS).


Term(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Credits: 3
PHYS 175 - General Physics I and PHYS 175L - General Physics I Laboratory Credits: 0

USI Core 39: Natural Science with Lab (BA and BS).


Term(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Credits: 4

 

CHEM 107 - Elements in Everyday Chemistry

USI Core 39: Natural Science with Lab (BA and BS).


Term(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Credits: 4
EXSC 475 - Strength and Conditioning Techniques
Term(s) Offered: Spring
Credits: 3
EXSC 476 - Training Science
Term(s) Offered: Fall
Credits: 3
EXSC 477 - Testing and Evaluation of Athletes
Term(s) Offered: Fall
Credits: 3
EXSC 478 - National Strength and Conditioning Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist Exam Review
Term(s) Offered: Spring
Credits: 1
PSY 377 - Sport Psychology
Term(s) Offered: Fall
Credits: 3

Elective Courses

 Choose 14 hours of electives from:

Course NameCredits:Term TakenGradeGen Ed
  • Two 100-199 level KIN activity courses (total Credits: 2)
  • SPTM 225 - Principles of Intercollegiate Athletic Administration
    Term(s) Offered: Fall
    Credits: 3
    SPTM 226 - Principles and Problems of Coaching
    Term(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
    Credits: 3
    SPTM 453 - Diversity in Sport

    USI Core 39: Embedded Experience-Diversity.


    Term(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
    Credits: 3
    SPTM 482 - NCAA Compliance and Institutional Control
    Term(s) Offered: Spring
    Credits: 3
    NUTR 376 - Principles and Applications in Nutrition
    Term(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
    Credits: 3
    NUTR 415 - Dietary Supplements and Herb Use in Nutrition
    Term(s) Offered: Fall
    Credits: 3
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