Introductory course that will provide the student with a general overview of the key theories and concepts, professions, and research areas associated with the field of Exercise Science. Educational pathways and career options will also be examined. Prerequisites: None.

Basic principles of fitness for the prospective fitness professional and characteristics of quality communication and fitness leadership. Topics include behavior modification, enhancing motivation components of fitness, fitness assessment, risk stratification, exercise programming and modifications. Prerequisites: None.

Principles of exercise science applied to fitness instruction. Major factors related to the function of the human body will be examined/introduced with an emphasis on exercise physiology and functional anatomy. A grade of C or better required in all Prerequisites. Prerequisites or Corequisites: EXS101 or permission of Instructor.

Principles and techniques of strength training including strength physiology, performance factors, training recommendations, exercise techniques, and program design and management. Prerequisites: None.

Covers principles and techniques of aerobic training and the application of these to the development of aerobic training programs. Includes instructional techniques and safety, and stresses injury prevention. Prerequisites: None.

Follows the current ACSM guidelines for health appraisal, risk assessment, safety of exercise, exercise testing, and exercise prescription. Prerequisites: None.

Introductory course in exercise testing, to include health appraisal, risk stratification, and the selection and administration of common evidence-based assessments for apparently healthy populations. A grade of C or better required in all Prerequisites. Prerequisites or Corequisites: EXS101 or permission of Instructor. Prior completion of or concurrent enrollment in EXS125 is recommended.

Principles of muscular fitness training including evaluation of movement patterns, selection and interpretation of assessment techniques and evidence-based program design for healthy and special populations. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in EXS125.

Principles of flexibility and balance including evaluation of movement patterns, selection and interpretation of assessment techniques and evidence-based program design for healthy and special populations. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in EXS125.

Principles of cardiorespiratory fitness training including evaluation of client needs and health, selection and interpretation of safe and effective assessment techniques and evidence-based program design for healthy and special populations. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in EXS125.

Principles of weight management including evidence-based program design and interpretation of assessments for various populations as well as explanation of theories of motivation and behavior modification. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in EXS125.

Fundamental methods of instructing and leading fitness activities including flexibility activities. Core competencies identified by professional certification agencies. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (EXS125 and HES100) or permission of Instructor.

Fundamental methods for safe and effective instruction of resistance, functional, and athletic conditioning exercises. Application of foundational principles of physiology and kinesiology. Overview of warm-up, cooldown, and recovery techniques. A grade of C or better required in all Prerequisites. Prerequisites or Corequisites: EXS101 or permission of Instructor.

Fundamental methods of instructing and leading fitness activities including strength and conditioning activities. Core competencies identified by professional certification agencies. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (EXS125 and HES100) or permission of Instructor.

Fundamental methods for safe and effective instruction of cardiorespiratory and flexibility training exercises. Application of foundational principles of physiology and kinesiology. A grade of C or better required in all Prerequisites. Prerequisites or Corequisites: EXS101 or permission of Instructor.

Fundamental methods of instructing and leading fitness activities including cardiorespiratory exercises and activities. Core competencies identified by professional certification agencies. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (EXS125 and HES100) or permission of Instructor.

A capstone experience in a fitness or health related facility. Eighty (80) hours of designated work per credit. Prerequisites: Completion of a grade of C or better in nine (9) credits of EXS courses, approved by the Department Chair and/or Director, current CPR and AED card, and permission of Department or Division. Course Notes: CPR certification must be current through the duration of the internship. EXS239 may be repeated for a maximum of six (6) credits.

A capstone experience in a fitness or health related facility. Eighty (80) hours of designated work per credit. Prerequisites: Completion of a grade of C or better in nine (9) credits of EXS courses, approved by the Department Chair and/or Director, current CPR and AED card, and permission of Department or Division. Course Notes: CPR certification must be current through the duration of the internship. EXS239AA may be repeated for a maximum of six (6) credits.

A capstone experience in a fitness or health related facility. Eighty (80) hours of designated work per credit. Prerequisites: Completion of a grade of C or better in nine (9) credits of EXS courses, approved by the Department Chair and/or Director, current CPR and AED card, and permission of Department or Division. Course Notes: CPR certification must be current through the duration of the internship. EXS239AB may be repeated for a maximum of six (6) credits.

Advanced course in exercise testing, to include health appraisal, risk stratification, and the selection and administration of evidence-based assessments for apparently healthy and athletic populations. Pharmacology, special populations, and environmental conditions are also examined. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in EXS146 or permission of Instructor.

Advanced principles of muscular fitness, sports performance, and recovery techniques including needs analysis, interpretation of assessment outcomes, and evidence-based program design for healthy and athletic populations. Considerations for special populations and environments also examined. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (EXS125 and EXS146) or permission of Instructor.

Advanced principles of cardiorespiratory fitness and weight management including needs analysis, interpretation of assessment outcomes, and evidence-based program design for healthy and athletic populations. Considerations for special populations and environments are also examined. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (EXS125 and EXS146) or permission of Instructor.

A capstone experience in a fitness or health related facility. Eighty (80) hours of designated work per credit. Prerequisites: Completion of nine (9) credits of EXS courses with a grade of C or better, current CPR and AED card, and permission of Department/Division Chair and/or the Program Director. Course Notes: CPR and AED certifications must be current through the duration of the internship. EXS270 may be repeated for a maximum of six (6) credits.

A capstone experience in a fitness or health related facility. Eighty (80) hours of designated work per credit. Prerequisites: Completion of nine (9) credits of EXS courses with a grade of C or better, current CPR and AED card, and permission of Department/Division Chair and/or the Program Director. Course Notes: CPR certification must be current through the duration of the internship. EXS270AA may be repeated for a maximum of six (6) credits.

A capstone experience in a fitness or health related facility. 160 hours of designated work per credit. Prerequisites: Completion of nine (9) credits of EXS courses with a grade of C or better, current CPR and AED card, and permission of Department/Division Chair and/or the Program Director. Course Notes: CPR and AED certifications must be current through the duration of the internship. EXS270AB may be repeated for a maximum of six (6) credits.

A capstone experience in a fitness or health related facility supervised by a National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialists (CSCS) professional. Eighty (80) hours of designated work per credit. Prerequisites: Completion of a grade of C or better in nine (9) credits of EXS courses, approved by the Department Chair and/or Director, current CPR and AED card, and permission of Department or Division. Course Notes: EXS275 may be repeated for a maximum of six (6) credits.

A capstone experience in a fitness or health related facility supervised by a National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialists (CSCS) professional. Eighty (80) hours of designated work per credit. Prerequisites: Completion of a grade of C or better in nine (9) credits of EXS courses, approved by the Department Chair and/or Director, current CPR and AED card, and permission of Department or Division. Course Notes: EXS275AA may be repeated for a maximum of six (6) credits.

A capstone experience in a fitness or health related facility supervised by a National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialists (CSCS) professional. Eighty (80) hours of designated work per credit. Prerequisites: Completion of a grade of C or better in nine (9) credits of EXS courses, approved by the Department Chair and/or Director, current CPR and AED card, and permission of Department or Division. Course Notes: EXS275AB may be repeated for a maximum of six (6) credits.

Conceptual and research basis of current topics in exercise science. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in EXS101, or EXS112, or EXS125, or permission of Instructor. Course Notes: EXS280 may be repeated for credit.

Conceptual and research basis of current topics in exercise science. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in EXS101, or EXS112, or EXS125, or permission of Instructor. Course Notes: EXS280AB may be repeated for credit.

Introduction to best practices in the acquisition, analysis, synthesis, and potential application of research in the discipline of exercise science. Specific emphasis on the application of research-based evidence for applied problem solving in exercise science. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101 or ENG107 or permission of Instructor. EXS101 recommended.