BS - Exercise Science 26

Program Information

Program Description

The Exercise Science program is a scientifically based program designed to prepare competent entry-level Exercise Science professionals in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (abilities) learning domains. The Exercise Science program offers a diversified program that includes both introductory and advanced coursework, laboratory experiences and the opportunity for practical application of knowledge through community and research based experiences. The program can also be used as pre-professional preparation for post graduate study in exercise science or other health related disciplines including physical therapy, occupational therapy and medical programs. The Exercise Science program is designed to prepare students for appropriate professional organization certifications.

The Exercise Science program is a scientifically based program designed to prepare competent entry-level Exercise Science professionals in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (abilities) learning domains. The Exercise Science program offers a diversified program that includes both introductory and advanced coursework, laboratory experiences and the opportunity for practical application of knowledge through community and research based experiences. The program can also be used as pre-professional preparation for post graduate study in exercise science or other health related disciplines including physical therapy, occupational therapy and medical programs. The Exercise Science program is designed to prepare students for appropriate professional organization certifications.

Term 1

Requirement

Hours

ENGL 1101 English Composition I
ENGL 1101 English Composition I

3 Credits
A composition course focusing on skills required for effective writing in a variety of contexts, with emphasis on exposition, analysis, and argumentation, and also including introductory use of a variety of research skills.

3
POLS 1101 American Government
POLS 1101 American Government

3 Credits
This course examines the institutions and processes of American government and Georgia State government. Global comparisons are made between the governments of the U.S. and other modern nation-states.

3
General Education Core IMPACTS- Mathematics
General Education Core IMPACTS- Mathematics

3 Credits
MATH 1101 or MATH 1111 or MATH 1113 or MATH 1190 or STAT 1401 or MATH 1001

3
General Education Core Curriculum Mathematics & Quantitative Skills
General Education Core Curriculum Mathematics & Quantitative Skills

3 Credits
MATH 1101 or MATH 1111 or MATH 1113 or MATH 1190 or STAT 1401 or MATH 1001

3
General Education Core IMPACTS- Institutional Priority (Critical Thinking)
General Education Core IMPACTS- Institutional Priority (Critical Thinking)

3 Credits
BLCK 1102 or AMST 1102 or ASIA 1102 or GWST 1102 or LALS 1102 or PAX 1102 or ISD 2700 or LDRS 2300 or POLS 2401 or RELS 1102 or COMM 1100

3
General Education Core Curriculum Institutional Priorities
General Education Core Curriculum Institutional Priorities

3 Credits
BLCK 1102 or AMST 1102 or ASIA 1102 or GWST 1102 or LALS 1102 or PAX 1102 or ISD 2700 or LDRS 2300 or POLS 2401 or RELS 1102 or COMM 1100

3
General Education Core IMPACTS- Technology, Mathematics, and Sciences (Technology and Science)
General Education Core IMPACTS- Technology, Mathematics, and Sciences (Technology and Science)

4 Credits
(BIOL 1107 and BIOL 1107) or (CHEM 1211 and CHEM 1211L) or (PHYS 1111 and PHYS 1111L) or (CHEM 1151 and CHEM 1151L) or (BIOL 1108 and BIOL 1108L) or (CHEM 1212 and CHEM 1212L) or (PHYS 1112 and PHYS 1112L) or (CHEM 1152 and CHEM 1152L) or (CSE 1321 and CSE 1321L)

4
General Education Core Curriculum Technology, Mathematics, and Sciences (1 of 2) -recommended CHEM 1211/L
General Education Core Curriculum Technology, Mathematics, and Sciences (1 of 2) -recommended CHEM 1211/L

4 Credits
(BIOL 1107 and BIOL 1107) or (CHEM 1211 and CHEM 1211L) or (PHYS 1111 and PHYS 1111L) or (CHEM 1151 and CHEM 1151L) or (BIOL 1108 and BIOL 1108L) or (CHEM 1212 and CHEM 1212L) or (PHYS 1112 and PHYS 1112L) or (CHEM 1152 and CHEM 1152L) or (CSE 1321 and CSE 1321L)

4

Total: 26

Term 2

Requirement

Hours

ENGL 1102 English Composition II
ENGL 1102 English Composition II

3 Credits
A composition course that develops writing skills beyond the levels of proficiency required by ENGL 1101, that emphasizes interpretation, and evaluation, and that incorporates a variety of more advanced research methods.
Prerequisites: (ENGL 1101 with a minimum grade of C
or ENGL 101 with a minimum grade of C)

3
ECON 1000 Contemporary Economic Issues
ECON 1000

Credits
Description not available

2
BIOL 2221 Human Anatomy & Physiology I
BIOL 2221 Human Anatomy & Physiology I

3 Credits
The course begins with cellular chemistry and function, tissues, and continues through the nervous, skeletal and muscular systems. Homeostasis and structural and functional relationships will be emphasized. Primarily recommended for students interested in nursing, physical therapy and health, physical education and sports science. Cannot be used for credit toward a degree in Biology.
Prerequisites: (CHEM 1151 with a minimum grade of D
and CHEM 1151L with a minimum grade of D
CHEM 1211 with a minimum grade of D
and CHEM 1211L with a minimum grade of D
or CHEM 1211K with a minimum grade of D)
or PHYS 1111 with a minimum grade of D
and PHYS 1111L with a minimum grade of D
or BIOL 1107 with a minimum grade of D
and BIOL 1107L with a minimum grade of D

3
BIOL 2221L Human Anatomy&Physiology I Lab
BIOL 2221L Human Anatomy&Physiology I Lab

1 Credits
Basic anatomy and physiology of the skeletal, nervous, and muscular systems as well as basic histology. Structural and functional relationships will be emphasized.
Prerequisites: BIOL 2221** with a minimum grade of C

1
General Education Core IMPACTS- Technology, Mathematics, and Sciences (Applied Math)
General Education Core IMPACTS- Technology, Mathematics, and Sciences (Applied Math)

3 Credits
MATH 1113 or MATH 1160 or MATH 1190 or MATH 2202 or STAT 1401 or DATA 1501 or MATH 1179

3
General Education Core Curriculum Technology, Mathematics, and Sciences
General Education Core Curriculum Technology, Mathematics, and Sciences

3 Credits
MATH 1113 or MATH 1160 or MATH 1190 or MATH 2202 or STAT 1401 or DATA 1501 or MATH 1179

3
General Education Core IMPACTS- Technology, Mathematics, and Sciences (Technology and Science)
General Education Core IMPACTS- Technology, Mathematics, and Sciences (Technology and Science)

4 Credits
(BIOL 1107 and BIOL 1107L) or (BIOL 1108 and BIOL 1108L) or (CHEM 1211 and CHEM 1211L) or (CHEM 1212 and CHEM 1212L) or (CHEM 1151 and CHEM 1151L) or (CHEM 1152 and CHEM 1152L) or (PHYS 1111 and PHYS 1111L) or (PHYS 1112 and PHYS 1112L) or (CSE 1321 and CSE 1321L)

4
General Education Core Curriculum Technology, Mathematics, and Sciences (2 of 2)- recommended CHEM 1212/L
General Education Core Curriculum Technology, Mathematics, and Sciences (2 of 2)- recommended CHEM 1212/L

4 Credits
(BIOL 1107 and BIOL 1107L) or (BIOL 1108 and BIOL 1108L) or (CHEM 1211 and CHEM 1211L) or (CHEM 1212 and CHEM 1212L) or (CHEM 1151 and CHEM 1151L) or (CHEM 1152 and CHEM 1152L) or (PHYS 1111 and PHYS 1111L) or (PHYS 1112 and PHYS 1112L) or (CSE 1321 and CSE 1321L)

4

Total: 23

Year 1 (Hours: 49)

Term 3

Requirement

Hours

BIOL 2222L Human Anatomy&Phys II Lab
BIOL 2222L Human Anatomy&Phys II Lab

1 Credits
Basic anatomy and physiology of the cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, urinary endocrine, and reproductive systems. Structural and functional relationships will be emphasized.
Prerequisites: BIOL 2221L with a minimum grade of C
and BIOL 2221 with a minimum grade of C
and BIOL 2222** with a minimum grade of C

1
BIOL 2222 Human Anatomy & Physiology II
BIOL 2222 Human Anatomy & Physiology II

3 Credits
A continuation of Biology 2221. Emphasizes homeostasis and structural and functional relationships in the study of cardiovascular, respiratory, urinary, digestive, endocrine, and reproductive systems. Primarily recommended for students interested in nursing, physical therapy and health, physical education, and sports science. Cannot be used for credit toward a degree in Biology.
Prerequisites: BIOL 2221 with a minimum grade of C

3
ES 2100 Phy Activity in Hlth & Disease
ES 2100 Phy Activity in Hlth & Disease

3 Credits
This course provides an epidemiological foundation to physical activity research specific to public health. Participants will examine the literature relative to the physiological impact of regular physical activity on chronic diseases (e.g. cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, cancer, etc.).

3
General Education Core IMPACTS- Arts and Humanities
General Education Core IMPACTS- Arts and Humanities

3 Credits
ART 1107 or MUSI 1107 or TPS 1107 or DANC 1107

3
General Education Core Curriculum Arts and Humanities
General Education Core Curriculum Arts and Humanities

3 Credits
ART 1107 or MUSI 1107 or TPS 1107 or DANC 1107

3
General Education Core IMPACTS- Arts and Humanities
General Education Core IMPACTS- Arts and Humanities

3 Credits
ENGL 2110 or ENGL 2120 or ENGL 2130 or PHIL 2010 or ENGL 2140 or FL 1001 or WLC 1002 or WLC 2209

3
General Education Core Curriculum Arts and Humanities
General Education Core Curriculum Arts and Humanities

3 Credits
ENGL 2110 or ENGL 2120 or ENGL 2130 or PHIL 2010 or ENGL 2140 or FL 1001 or WLC 1002 or WLC 2209

3
General Education Core IMPACTS- Political Science and US History
General Education Core IMPACTS- Political Science and US History

3 Credits
HIST 2111 or HIST 2112

3
General Education Core Curriculum Political Science and US History
General Education Core Curriculum Political Science and US History

3 Credits
HIST 2111 or HIST 2112

3

Total: 25

Term 4

Requirement

Hours

ES 2200 Safety Training for Ex.Science
ES 2200 Safety Training for Ex.Science

2 Credits
The purpose of this course is to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary for using the Exercise Physiology Laboratory safely. Students will learn and practice the emergency action plan. This course will provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to help provide a safe environment for athletes when they are participating in sport/exercise and, in an emergency, to help sustain life and minimize the consequences of injury or sudden illness until advanced medical help arrives. Students will have an opportunity to become certified in First Aid and CPR/ AED for the Professional.

2
ES 2300 Medical Terminology
ES 2300 Medical Terminology

2 Credits
This course will cover the basic techniques for anatomical, physiological, and medical word-building. The course will teach a systematic approach to defining general medical terms and terms for pathological disorders by dividing them into word roots, combining forms, suffixes, and prefixes.
Prerequisites: (BIOL 2221** with a minimum grade of C
or HPE 2250** with a minimum grade of C)

2
ES 2500 Principles of Nutrition
ES 2500 Principles of Nutrition

3 Credits
This course is designed to introduce students to the basic principles of nutrition as needed for general health. Topics include the role of diet in the development and prevention of chronic diseases, such as cardiovascular disease, cancer, diabetes, etc.; macro- and micro-nutrient needs for optimum health; U.S. dietary guidelines (and international equivalents); tools to assist with menu planning; and dietary analysis.

3
General Education Core IMPACTS- Social Sciences (World History)
General Education Core IMPACTS- Social Sciences (World History)

3 Credits
HIST 1100 or HIST 1111 or HIST 1112

3
General Education Core Curriculum Social Sciences
General Education Core Curriculum Social Sciences

3 Credits
HIST 1100 or HIST 1111 or HIST 1112

3
General Education Core IMPACTS- Social Sciences
General Education Core IMPACTS- Social Sciences

3 Credits
ANTH 1102 or GEOG 1101 or CRJU 1101 or PSYC 1101 or SOCI 1101 or STS 1101 or ECON 2106

3
General Education Core Curriculum Social Sciences
General Education Core Curriculum Social Sciences

3 Credits
ANTH 1102 or GEOG 1101 or CRJU 1101 or PSYC 1101 or SOCI 1101 or STS 1101 or ECON 2106

3

Total: 19

Year 2 (Hours: 44)

Term 5

Requirement

Hours

ES 3600 Health Fitness Management
ES 3600 Health Fitness Management

3 Credits
This course provides an introduction to the professional standards and guidelines that assist a health and fitness facility with providing quality service and program offerings in a safe environment. Course content will include an overview of risk management and emergency policies, operating practices, facility design and construction, equipment concerns and signage issues related to health and fitness facilities.
Prerequisites: BIOL 2221 with a minimum grade of C
and ES 2200 with a minimum grade of C

3
ES 3800 Biomechanics
ES 3800 Biomechanics

3 Credits
This course introduces students to the study of neuromuscular and mechanical principles of motion related to the analysis of human movement.
Prerequisites: ES 2300 with a minimum grade of C
and BIOL 2221 with a minimum grade of C

3
ES 3900 Physiology of Exercise
ES 3900 Physiology of Exercise

3 Credits
This course provides an overview of the human body?s responses to the stress of physical exercise. Students are introduced to the metabolic, cardiovascular, pulmonary and neuromuscular adaptations to acute and chronic exercise.
Prerequisites: BIOL 2222 with a minimum grade of C

3
Major Elective (1 of 7)
Major Elective (1 of 7)

3 Credits
BIOL 3@ or BIOL 4@ or CHEM 3@ or CHEM 4@ or ES 3@ or ES 4@ or HPE 3@ or HPE 4@ or PHYS 3@ or PHYS 4@ or SM 3@ or SM 4@ or IHS 3@ or IHS 4@ or PSYC 3@ or PSYC 4@

3
Major Elective (2 of 7)
Major Elective (2 of 7)

3 Credits
BIOL 3@ or BIOL 4@ or CHEM 3@ or CHEM 4@ or ES 3@ or ES 4@ or HPE 3@ or HPE 4@ or PHYS 3@ or PHYS 4@ or PSYC 3@ or PSYC 4@ or SM 3@ or SM 4@ or IHS 3@ or IHS 4@

3

Total: 15

Term 6

Requirement

Hours

ES 3700 Strength and Conditioning
ES 3700 Strength and Conditioning

3 Credits
This course offers students an introduction to scientific and practical foundations associated with strength and conditioning programs. The course content promotes the use of a structured scientific approach in the prescription of progressive resistance training and cardiorespiratory conditioning.
Prerequisites: BIOL 2221 with a minimum grade of C
and ES 2300 with a minimum grade of C

3
ES 3750 Strength & Conditioning Lab
ES 3750 Strength & Conditioning Lab

3 Credits
This laboratory course provides an introduction to techniques commonly associated with instructing strength and conditioning programs. The laboratory content promotes the use of a structured scientific approach in the prescription of progressive resistance training and cardiorespiratory conditioning.
Prerequisites: BIOL 2221 with a minimum grade of C
and ES 2300 with a minimum grade of C

3
ES 4500 Physiology of Exercise II
ES 4500 Physiology of Exercise II

3 Credits
This course examines the study of the physiological basis of training and factors limiting human performance. Students are introduced to concepts of neuromuscular function, hormonal control, environmental conditions and ergogenic aids as they related to acute and chronic exercise.
Prerequisites: ES 3900 with a minimum grade of C

3
ES 4550 Exercise Sci Laboratory Tech
ES 4550 Exercise Sci Laboratory Tech

1 Credits
This course provides an introduction to laboratory techniques commonly used in the field of exercise science. The course includes an overview of ergometry, energy expenditure, blood pressure, cardiovascular, pulmonary, and musculoskeletal responses during exercise. The topics within the course include safe, legal, and ethical practices required when working in an exercise physiology laboratory.
Prerequisites: ES 3900 with a minimum grade of C

1
Major Elective (3 of 7)
Major Elective (3 of 7)

3 Credits
BIOL 3@ or BIOL 4@ or CHEM 3@ or CHEM 4@ or ES 3@ or ES 4@ or HPE 3@ or HPE 4@ or PHYS 3@ or PHYS 4@ or PSYC 3@ or PSYC 4@ or SM 3@ or SM 4@ or IHS 3@ or IHS 4@

3
Free Elective
Free Elective

1 Credits
Free Elective

1

Total: 14

Year 3 (Hours: 29)

Term 7

Requirement

Hours

ES 4200 Nutrition and Performance
ES 4200 Nutrition and Performance

3 Credits
This course covers the nutritional needs of individuals participating in exercise and sport. Topics include but are not limited to the dietary needs of the human body before, during and after various modalities and intensities of athletics in order to optimize performance.
Prerequisites: ES 2500 with a minimum grade of C
or CSH 2500 with a minimum grade of C)
and (ES 3900 with a minimum grade of C

3
ES 4300 Phy of Exercise and Aging
ES 4300 Phy of Exercise and Aging

3 Credits
This course provides an overview of exercise physiology and healthy aging. Students are introduced to the study of the exercise, physical activity and health promotion as it relates to the aging population. The course emphasizes physiological changes related to aging, fitness assessment techniques, exercise programming, and health promotion for the older adult.
Prerequisites: ES 3900 with a minimum grade of C

3
ES 4600 Exercise Prescription
ES 4600 Exercise Prescription

3 Credits
This course introduces students to methods utilized in creating exercise prescriptions and developing exercise programs. Emphasis is placed on developing and delivering safe and valid exercise prescriptions.
Prerequisites: ES 4500 with a minimum grade of C
and ES 4550 with a minimum grade of C

3
ES 4650 Exercise Testing
ES 4650 Exercise Testing

3 Credits
Exercise Testing is a detailed examination of various fitness assessments. This course emphasizes current test procedures used for determining body fat percentage, maximum oxygen uptake, maximum power output, and muscular strength and endurance. This course thoroughly familiarizes students with lab procedures, test protocol, and the interpretation of results.
Prerequisites: ES 4500 with a minimum grade of C
and ES 4550 with a minimum grade of C

3
Major Elective (4 of 7)
Major Elective (4 of 7)

3 Credits
BIOL 3@ or BIOL 4@ or CHEM 3@ or CHEM 4@ or ES 3@ or ES 4@ or HPE 3@ or HPE 4@ or PHYS 3@ or PHYS 4@ or PSYC 3@ or PSYC 4@ or SM 3@ or SM 4@ or IHS 3@ or IHS 4@

3

Total: 15

Term 8

Requirement

Hours

ES 4700 Clinical Exercise Physiology
ES 4700 Clinical Exercise Physiology

3 Credits
This course is designed to address the clinical aspects and implications of exercise physiology principles for those with or at risk of developing cardiovascular, pulmonary or metabolic disease.
Prerequisites: ES 4500 with a minimum grade of C
and ES 4550 with a minimum grade of C

3
ES 4900 Exercise Sci Senior Seminar
ES 4900 Exercise Sci Senior Seminar

3 Credits
This course is a capstone course designed as a culminating experience for the major by integrating the student?s prior academic experience in Exercise Science. Students are provided an overview of contemporary issues, trends, theories, and research related to Exercise Science. The course is delivered in a seminar format to encourage student participation and interaction with peers and faculty.
Prerequisites: ES 4600** with a minimum grade of C
and ES 4650** with a minimum grade of C

3
Major Elective (5 of 7)
Major Elective (5 of 7)

3 Credits
BIOL 3@ or BIOL 4@ or CHEM 3@ or CHEM 4@ or ES 3@ or ES 4@ or HPE 3@ or HPE 4@ or PHYS 3@ or PHYS 4@ or SM 3@ or SM 4@ or PSYC 3@ or PSYC 4@ or IHS 3@ or IHS 4@

3
Major Elective (6 of 7)
Major Elective (6 of 7)

3 Credits
BIOL 3@ or BIOL 4@ or CHEM 3@ or CHEM 4@ or ES 3@ or ES 4@ or HPE 3@ or HPE 4@ or PHYS 3@ or PHYS 4@ or PSYC 3@ or PSYC 4@ or SM 3@ or SM 4@ or IHS 3@ or IHS 4@

3
Major Elective (7 of 7)
Major Elective (7 of 7)

3 Credits
BIOL 3@ or BIOL 4@ or CHEM 3@ or CHEM 4@ or ES 3@ or ES 4@ or HPE 3@ or HPE 4@ or PHYS 3@ or PHYS 4@ or PSYC 3@ or PSYC 4@ or SM 3@ or SM 4@ or IHS 3@ or IHS 4@

3

Total: 15

Year 4 (Hours: 30)

Program Total: 152 Hours

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