Student ID:__________________________ Student Name:_______________________ Adviser Name:_______________________ Bulletin: 2014-2015 Undergraduate Bulletin Program: Exercise Science Major, Pre-Occupational Therapy Track, B.A./B.S. Minimum Credits Required:__________________

Exercise Science Major, Pre-Occupational Therapy 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 and 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 (48 hours)

Course NameCredits:Term TakenGradeGen Ed
KIN 188 - Introduction to Kinesiology and Sport Credits: 2
KIN 281 - Personal Health Science Credits: 3
KIN 282 - CPR and Sports Injury Prevention Credits: 2
KIN 283 - Field Experience in Sport and Exercise Credits: 1
KIN 291 - Motor Behavior Credits: 2
EXSC 383 - Kinesiology Credits: 3
EXSC 391 - Biomechanics Credits: 3
EXSC 394 - Measurement and Evaluation Credits: 3
EXSC 397 - Physiology of Exercise Credits: 4
EXSC 484 - Exercise Testing and Prescription Credits: 3
EXSC 487 - Principles and Applications of Fitness Training Credits: 3
EXSC 488 - Program Design for Healthy and Special Populations Credits: 3
KIN 492 - Contemporary Issues in Sport and Exercise Credits: 3

 

Other Required Courses

BIOL 121 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I Credits: 4
BIOL 122 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II Credits: 4
NUTR 378 - Nutrition for Fitness and Sports Credits: 3
HP 115 - Medical Terminology For The Health Professions Credits: 2

Pre-Occupational Therapy Track (42-44 hours)

Required Courses

Course NameCredits:Term TakenGradeGen Ed
EXSC 496 - Practicum in Exercise Science (must be taken for 6 hours) Credits: 3-6

 

MATH 111 - College Algebra   or Credits: 4
MATH 115 - Pre-Calculus Mathematics Credits: 4

 

PHYS 101 - Introduction to the Physical Sciences   or Credits: 3
PHYS 175 - General Physics I and PHYS 175L - General Physics I Laboratory Credits: 0 Credits: 4

 

PSY 201 - Introduction to Psychology Credits: 3
PSY 261 - Lifespan Developmental Psychology Credits: 3
PSY 322 - Abnormal Psychology Credits: 3
HP 225 - Pharmacology and Therapeutics Credits: 3
HP 302 - Biostatistics Credits: 3

Elective Courses

Choose 15 hours of electives from:

Course NameCredits:Term TakenGradeGen Ed
KIN 199 - Special Activities (approved topics: Yoga; Tai Chi) Credits: 1
KIN 284 - Stress Management Credits: 2
EXSC 381 - Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries Credits: 3
HP 211 - The Healthcare Delivery System Credits: 3
HP 234 - Mechanisms of Pathophysiology Credits: 3
HP 236 - Eastern Medicine and Alternative/Complimentary Healthcare Credits: 3
HP 356 - Ethics and Healthcare in a Pluralistic Society Credits: 3
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