32 courses with the subject EXS, 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.
This foundational course will provide students with fundamental knowledge, technique, and application of the suspension training system. This course will also introduce progressive applications of the suspension training system, specifically, proprioceptive and balance training, relation components to rehabilitiation, and sports specificity.
EXS 201Principles and Application of Group Exercise Instruction
This course is designed to provide theoretical knowledge and practical skills in preparation for group exercise instruction and sitting for a national certification exam in group fitness instruction. Topics include guidelines for instructing safe, effective, and purposeful exercise, essentials of the instructor–participant relationship, principles of motivation to encourage adherence in the group fitness setting, effective instructor-to-participant communication techniques, methods for enhancing group leadership, and the group fitness instructor’s (GFI’s) professional role.
This foundational course is designed to introduce students to the field of exercise science by providing a curriculum overview, explanation of the sub-disciplines, professional organizations and certifications, and potential careers in the field of Exercise Science and related allied-health professions.
Examines seven of the major organ systems that includes the human integumentary, skeletal, muscular, circulatory, and respiratory structures and functions as related to health and movement.
Examines six major organ systems that include the human nervous, endocrine, immune, digestive, urinary and reproductive systems as related to health and movement.
EXS 266Applications of Computers in Physical Education and Health3
Introduction to technology for students in physical education and health. Topics include microcomputer operations, computer software applications, the Internet, distance learning technologies, and ethics of computer use.
Methods of research in the field of exercise science. Identification of research problems, sampling methods, data analysis and interpretation, and planning of evaluation studies.
Introduction to legal aspects of amateur sport and physical activity emphasizing knowledge required of the exercise science and sport professional. Focus upon current terminology, legal procedures and operations, and case studies.
This course will focus upon managerial theories and its applications in exercise science and allied-health organizations. Specific topics include organizational theories, communication, leadership,motivation, managerial skills, functions of management, issues of policies, marketing, and financial aspects of management.
EXS 313Measurement and Evaluation in Exercise Science3
Application of measurment and evaluation theories, concepts, and practices to the planning and administration of effective physical activity programs; includes basic statistical techniques and interpretation of data.
EXS 314Entrepreneurship, Leadership, and Legal Concepts in the Health and Fitness Industry3
Introduction to legal aspects of amateur sport and physical activity emphasizing knowledge required of the exercise science and sport professional. Focus upon current terminology, legal procedures and operations, and case studies. Furthermore, this course will focus upon managerial theories and its applications in exercisescience and allied-health organizations. Specific topics include organizational theories, communication, leadership, motivation, managerial skills, functions of management, issues of policies, marketing, and financial aspects of management.
This course is designed to enhance knowledge with respect to the physiological considerations and associated mechanisms related to physical activity, exercise, and performance.
Neuromuscular and mechanical principles of human movement with emphasis on movement analysis most often encountered in fitness activities and sport skills.
Relationship of exercise, physical activity, and performance to human nutrition. In-depth information on human energy systems, weight management, macronutrients, micronutrients, and ergogenic aids.
EXS 342Skill Analysis for Sport and Physical Activity3
Advanced analysis of sport and physical activity skills. Emphasis on observation, error detection and analysis, and improvement prescription. Focus on beginner to intermediate level of performance. Required physical performance of skills.
Motor skill acquisition, control, and performance. Physiological and psychological principles of human growth and development. Includes analysis of the sequential progression of fundamental motor skills from infancy through adulthood with primary focus on school-age children.
EXS 410Essentials of Strength Training and Conditioning I3
This course is a comprehensive overview of the scientific foundations of strength and conditioning. Emphasis will be placed on the exercise sciences, including anatomy, exercise physiology, biomechanics, nutrition, and the psychology of performance.
EXS 320 with a “C” or better and EXSL 320 with a “C” or better.
Corequisite
EXS 321 . Additional Restrictions/Requirements: Restricted to Exercise Science (EXS) majors only or permission of instructor. Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated. Maximum
EXS 411Exercise Prescription I3
Concepts of health related physical fitness with emphasis on the design of an individualized exercise program for all ages within an apparently healthy population.
Study of behavioral principles as they relate to exercise participants, the exercise environment and adherence to a physically active lifestyle. Emphasis on practical application of behavior modification strategies related to exercise adherence.
EXS 420Essentials of Strength Training and Conditioning II3
This course is designed to provide an in-depth overview of the practical/applied principles of strength and conditioning. Emphasis is placed on applying knowledge of testing and evaluation, exercise techniques, organization and administration and program design.
Emphasis on the design of safe and appropriate individualized exercise programs for persons of all ages with acute and chronic health-related conditions. The topics include benefits and risks, screening, pre-exercise evaluations, fitness testing, and exercise prescription.
EXS 472Exercise for Cancer Rehabilitation and Survivorship3
Physiological and psychological changes and side effects resulting from cancer and its treatment and the potential reversal of those side effects with the implementation of individualized, prescriptive exercise interventions.
Students will gain hands on experience in research through research study implementation. Specifically, students will be required to assist with project design, preparing applications for the Institutional Review Board review, recruiting participants, implementing the intervention, and collecting data. The level and degree of involvement will be determined based on the credit hours selected.
Involves investigation under faculty supervision beyond what is offered in existing courses. For further information, consult the Directed Individual Studies section in the catalogue.
EXS 497Advanced Field Experience in Exercise Science3
Minimum of 90 hours of supervised applied learning experience in an exercise science-related agency or organization to better understand the depth and breadth of career opportunities in the industry, and to apply academic coursework to meet personal and professional goals.
