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EXSC

14 courses with the subject EXSC, 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.

EXSC 101Introduction to Exercise Science3

Letter Grade Introduces students to the discipline of exercise science. Students will gain a better understanding of the history, scientific foundations and career opportunities within the field. Open to Exercise Science majors or by permission of the Department.

Subject
EXSC
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026-undergraduate
Source
www.chc.edu
EXSC 102Wellness in America Seminar3

Letter Grade Using the latest research and media driven publications students will become more familiar with the current state of the US on topics such as epidemiological health measurements, health care, and consumer issues in fitness, nutrition, and wellness.

Subject
EXSC
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026-undergraduate
Source
www.chc.edu
EXSC 270Exercise and Sport Psychology3

Letter Grade Promotes the understanding of exercise and sport psychology. With regards to exercise and health students will examine areas related to exercise behavior, adherence, and psychological well- being. Students will also gain a better understanding of the psychology of sport and athletes by investigating principles such as motivation, stress, arousal, anxiety, competition, and goal setting.

Subject
EXSC
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026-undergraduate
Source
www.chc.edu
Prerequisite
PSYC-101
EXSC 301Kinesiology3

Letter Grade Students will study the musculoskeletal system as it relates to human movement, exercise and sport performance. Students also will gain a better understanding of the basic biomechanical principles that govern human movement as well as examine the application of these principles to physical activity, exercise performance and sport skills.

Subject
EXSC
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026-undergraduate
Source
www.chc.edu
Prerequisite
BIOL-303
EXSC 302Exercise Physiology General Elective4

Major in Biology with Secondary Education Co-Major and Minor in Special Education The Secondary Education Certification Preparation Program in Biology (Grades 7 -12) is available to Biology Majors seeking Pennsylvania Depart- ment of Education (PDE) Certification. The Program integrates educational theory and practice with field experiences that include practicum and student teaching, as well as opportunities to develop teaching competence through innovative and effective approaches to the educational process with focus on students at the Secondary Level. Students interested in the Co-Major/Minor should contact the Education Office at 215.248.7129. The PDE requires that all Secondary Education Certification Preparation Program participants have 9 credits of Special Education and 3 credits of Teaching English as a Second Language, in addition, students must meet field experience competencies before Student Teaching: EDUC-201 provides 20 hours; EDUC-203 provides 20 hours; EDSC-326 provides 75; and Student Teaching, EDSC-420, is 14 weeks in duration. Stage I and Stage II Portfolios are completed in the following courses:

Subject
EXSC
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026-undergraduate
Source
www.chc.edu
EXSC 302LExercise Physiology Lab

Credits: 0 Letter Grade Laboratory techniques in exercise physiology will be used to explore the effect of exercise and the cardiovascular, pulmonary, metabolic, and skeletal systems of the body. Taken in the same semester as EXSC-302. Lab is graded as part of the lecture. Corequisite: EXSC-302

Subject
EXSC
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026-undergraduate
Source
www.chc.edu
EXSC 303Research Methods in Health & Exercise Science

(Writing Intensive)

Subject
EXSC
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026-undergraduate
Source
www.chc.edu
EXSC 304Personal Training and Exercise Leadership
Subject
EXSC
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026-undergraduate
Source
www.chc.edu
EXSC 305Exercise Testing and Prescription3
Subject
EXSC
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
cr
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026-undergraduate
Source
www.chc.edu
EXSC 306Nutrition for Health and Fitness3

Letter Grade Explores the fundamental biochemical and physiological rationale for optimal nutrient intake for health, physical fitness, and athletic performance. Topics include how nutrients can influence exercise performance, weight management, and sport performance, as well as investigate the role of ergogenic aids in exercise and sport performance.

Subject
EXSC
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026-undergraduate
Source
www.chc.edu
Prerequisite
BIOL-210
EXSC 401Internship in Health & Exercise Science
Subject
EXSC
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026-undergraduate
Source
www.chc.edu
EXSC 402Fitness and Wellness for Special Populations

General Elective #4 Minor in Exercise Science Requirements for the Minor in Exercise Science

Subject
EXSC
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026-undergraduate
Source
www.chc.edu
EXSC 403Foundations of Strength and Conditioning
Subject
EXSC
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026-undergraduate
Source
www.chc.edu
EXSC 498Senior Seminar in Health & Exercise Science

General Elective #5 General Elective #6 cr) r) y complete the requirements for the minor. An Independent Study may be re repeatable for credit. Courses are 3 credits unless indicated and may 176

Subject
EXSC
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026-undergraduate
Source
www.chc.edu

Source: Chestnut Hill College's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 59