43 courses with the subject EXSS, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
EXSS 12000Anatomy and Physiology I (LA)4
Develops a comprehensive understanding of the close interrelationship between anatomy and physiology as seen in the human organism. Covers the cells and tissues: epithelial, connective, muscle, and nerve. (F,Y)
Introduction to the psychological factors that influence individual and group sport and exercise participation. Psychological skills training (PST) techniques used to enhance sport and exercise performance are presented. Topics include exercise and rehabilitation adherence, management of eating disorders and substance abuse, burnout and overtraining, self-confidence, goal setting, anxiety and stress management, concentration and attention control, imagery and visualization, group cohesion, sport and exercise leadership, motivation, and communication. Prerequisites: Any 100-level course. (F,Y) 2026-2027 Catalog 319
EXSS 21500Pre-Athletic Training Practicum 4 (NLA)1
Reinforces elements of health care, the athletic training profession, and clinical practice. Expands on skills learned in courses from the Exercise Science curriculum (Anatomy & Physiology I, Anatomy & Physiology II, Foundations of Human Performance and Wellness, Kinesiology), including stretching and strengthening exercises. Introduces assisted ambulatory and general medical assessment skills. Part 4 of a 6-course Pre-Athletic Training Practicum series. Prerequisites: EXSS 21000. (S,Y)
EXSS 26400Strength and Conditioning Foundations (NLA)3
This course examines the building blocks necessary to design, implement, and test a sport specific training program. Assessment tools will be examined and how their results are used to develop training programs for the athlete will be discussed. Determination of training needs through individualized, sport specific needs analyses and performance goal setting is emphasized. Short and long term benefits of training programs and the application of training cycles are discussed. The course develops the theoretical framework for the practice-based application classes that follow. The course helps prepare the student for a national certification exam. Prerequisites: EXSS 12100, EXSS 12500. (F)
EXSS 27300Community Service in Exercise and Sport Sciences (NLA)1
Volunteer work in the community. This experience emphasizes donating time to promote community well-being, using skills developed in exercise and sport sciences programs. Examples include working at health fairs, checking blood pressure, measuring body composition, and determining blood lipid profiles. Pass/fail only. Prerequisites: EXSS 26200; permission of the instructor. (F-S,Y)
Study of sensorimotor and musculoskeletal systems involved in producing coordinated and purposeful movements. Injury, training, practice, learning, and other cognitive-emotional processes are examined as they affect the neuromuscular control of finely coordinated skills and vigorous physical performance. Emphasis is placed on understanding the relevant neurophysiological mechanisms of movement and how training and practice can be used to maximize performance, wellness, and rehabilitation ease. Exploration of theories of motor learning and control, from the general motor program to the dynamic system theory.
EXSS 34900Fieldwork in Exercise and Sport Sciences (NLA)1-6
Practical experience in corporate or clinical settings, amateur and professional sport agencies, and community organizations. Focus is on observation, guided learning, and supervised practical experiences. or above; permission of department chair. (F-S,Y)
EXSS 39000Advanced Strength and Conditioning (NLA)
This enhances students understanding of strength and conditioning service provision through examination of more advanced concepts of performance testing, program design and program implementation. Technological advancements and recent developments in the areas of performance testing and athlete monitoring will be examined. Objective determination of athletes’ needs will be emphasized further. Student understanding of program design will be enhanced through discussion and application of advanced periodization models. The course helps prepare the student for the national certification exam. Prerequisites:
EXSS 46000Internship in Exercise Science and Athletic Training (NLA)6-12
Supervised work experience in corporate or clinical exercise settings, amateur and professional sport agencies, and community sport organizations. Student assumes a leadership role in various job-related activities and performs administrative tasks in support of such activities under an experienced agency supervisor and faculty sponsor. Permission of department chair required. (IRR)
EXSS 46600Administration, Mentoring, and Professional Preparation3
(NLA) Provides opportunities to develop administrative and leadership skills. Emphasis is on appreciation for excellent leadership, staffing, equipping, and operations of a fully-functioning human performance facility. Majority of learning occurs by leading and working with apprentice students (i.e., underclass) in the program and through the completion of a project that allows the student to design their own facility. Preparation for external certification is emphasized. Prerequisites: EXSS 38500, EXSS 39000. (F,Y)
This course will provide exploration and self-reflection upon the relationship between the Ithaca College core curriculum courses and its application to the field of Exercise Science and/or Athletic Training. Emphasis on the creation of a reflective artifact that demonstrates the changes that have occurred as a result of the ICC experience inside and outside of their major study. Permission of instructor required. (F,S,Y) Attributes: CP
Analyzes the research experience that includes completion of data collection, data analyses, interpretation, and results dissemination by teams of students under the direction of one or more faculty members. Attributes: CP Exercise Science - B.S. This B.S. degree requires 60 liberal arts credits out of the 120 credits required for graduation.
