35 courses with the subject EXER, 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.
EXER 150Introduction to Exercise Science Credits: 33
This course provides students with an overview of the foundational content within the areas of exercise science. Course topics include athletic training and sports medicine, clinical and sport biomechanics, clinical and exercise physiology, exercise and sport nutrition, fitness training, exercise and sport psychology, and motor behavior. Students in the course will explore options available for professional career opportunities, career development, and employment.
Designed to assist young adults in the understanding of and planning for a lifelong healthful lifestyle. Wellness topics discussed include the five components of health-related fitness, chronic disease prevention, stress management, nutrition, and weight management with an emphasis on lifetime fitness. Students will design and implement an individualized fitness and behavior modification program.
Students will examine how stress is conceptualized, analyze our body’s physiological stress response, and evaluate the relationship between stress and well-being. Sources of stress in different populations and settings will be explored. Emphasis will be placed on evaluating one’s own stressors and stress reactions. Students will also gain skill in using different types of stress management interventions, including relaxation techniques.
EXER 213Organization and Administration for Fitness and Sport Facilities Credits: 33
Explores organization and administrative procedures for health, fitness and sport settings. May include health and safety concerns, fitness facility maintenance and planning, fitness facility design and evaluation, financial management, legal liability issues, organizational design, security, and facility and event assessment.
The Fundamentals of Coaching course provides students with the foundational knowledge that is essential for coaching any sport. Successful coaches help athletes master new skills, enjoy competing with others, and develop self-esteem. Successful coaches are not only well versed in the technical and tactical skills of their sports but also know how to teach these skills to young people. And successful coaches not only teach athletes sport skills, they also teach and model the skills athletes need to live successfully in our society.
This course will help students explain how and why a basic understanding of mechanical principles helps produce improved sport and exercise performance. Students will analyze human movement and make recommendations for improvements that are based on sound mechanical principles. Students will learn how to apply the mechanics of human movement to real-world scenarios in health, fitness, and sport settings.
Provides students with foundational information on nutrition science, a cornerstone of human health. The roles of macro- and micro-nutrients as well as population specific recommendations for facilitating and improving health and wellness will be address. Other issues related to the socio/environmental influence of nutrition, eating disorder, different diet strategies, and utility of supplements and safety issues will be examined.
This course is designed to introduce students with language of medicine used in health related settings. Students will gain understanding of basic elements and rules of building and analyzing medical terms. These medical terms will be discussed in the context of anatomy, physiology, pathology, diagnostic and treatment procedures, and pharmacology. Special attention will also be paid on some common chronic diseases including heart disease, pulmonary disorder, hypertension, diabetes, and vascular diseases. In depth exploration of how each of these diseases relates to exercise will be made. Restricted to Exercise Science majors until schedule clean-up.
Focus on development of knowledge in applied physiology as a basis for understanding the physiological responses and adaptations related to acute and chronic exercise stress. Includes applied laboratory learning experiences that facilitate student understanding. Open to exercise science majors only.
EXER 150 (with a minimum grade of C) and [ BIOL 238 (with minimum grade of of C) or BIOL 350 (with minimum grade of C)]
EXER 325Sport Psychology Credits: 33
This course will provide students with knowledge of how psychological factors (e.g., anxiety, confidence, coaching strategies) affect sport behavior and performance, and how participation in sport affects one’s psychology (e.g., motivation, personality development). An additional focus of the course will be on how psychological skills (e.g., goal setting, imagery, self-talk) can be used to improve sport performance.
This course helps students analyze human motion using qualitative and quantitative mechanical principles. Students will perform kinematic and kinetic analyses of linear and angular motions associated with sport skills and exercise movements. Students also perform laboratory activities where they can apply their knowledge in practical settings.
EXER 244 with minimum grade of C and ( PHYS 121 with minimum grade of C and PHYS 123 with minimum grade of C) or PHYS 110 with minimum grade of C) and ( BIOL 371 with minimum grade of C or BIOL 237 with minimum grade of C)
EXER 336Motor Behavior Credits: 33
Students will learn the principles underlying the acquisition of motor skills and how control of skilled movements is gained, maintained, and adapted. Laboratory activities will help students understand how people learn to move, learn skilled actions, and how the principles of motor performance and learning can be useful in health, fitness, sport, and rehabilitation settings. Restricted to exercise science majors/minors.
EXER 340Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries Credits: 33
This course will provide students with a broad foundation of sports medicine concepts. Students will develop a greater understanding of sports medicine terminology, injury prevention, acute injury recognition, and the care, evaluation, and treatment of common sport and fitness related injuries/conditions. Other areas addressed include the roles of different allied health professions, relevant sports medicine issues, organization and administration, physical conditioning and training, and psychological concerns. Students will receive instruction on a variety of sports medicine skills and will have the opportunity to complete a First Aid, CPR, and AED certification.
Grade of C or better in EXER 150 or EXER 220 , and BIOL 150 or BIOL 238 or BIOL 350 or HONR 186 .
EXER 343Foundations of Exercise Physiology Credits: 44
Involves the study of the physiological response to physical activity and structured exercise with a focus on how the body responds and adapts in both the acute and chronic condition.
EXER 321 with minimum grade of C or EXER 343 with minimum grade of C.
EXER 350Nutrition for Sport & Fitness Credits: 33
Builds upon concepts from EXER 260 with an emphasis on metabolic processes and applications of nutrition to sport, performance, and fitness. Explores ergogenic aspects of nutrition and the role of nutrition in weight control.
EXER 260 with minimum grade of C, and EXER 343 with minimum grade of C or EXER 321 with minimum grade of C
EXER 352Psychology of Physical Activity Credits: 33
This course will explore topics about the relationship between physical activity and psychology. Specifically, this includes understanding how and why physical activity improves mental health and cognitive functioning, explaining various psychosocial factors that affect activity levels, using behavior change theories to improve rates of physical activity participation, and identifying issues unique for various diverse populations.
This course is designed to cover various aspects of the sports medicine field. The content will address: basic rehabilitation principles; documentation and note taking; how therapeutic modalities affect pain and healing; and sport pharmacology. Additionally, special considerations for the pediatric, female, and senior athletes related to injury prevention, identification, and rehabilitation will be covered. Finally, this course will cover general medical conditions (gastrointestinal problems, diabetes, hypertension, skin infections, etc.). Prerequisite Courses: ESC 278 & ESC 340
EXER 375Exercise Testing and Programming Credits: 33
This course is designed to aid students in gaining the knowledge and practical application of testing, programming and exercise techniques associated with fitness training. The fitness training will be based on cardiorespiratory, flexibility, and resistance training guidelines from the ACSM and/or the NSCA. Restricted to exercise science majors. Restricted to Exercise Science majors and Exercise Science minors.
ESC 321 or ESC 343 with C or better and Exercise Science Minors: ESC 343 with C or better.
EXER 387Theory and Practice of Power and Agility Training Credits: 33
This course prepares students to design both short-term and longterm training programs for both power and agility training. The primary goal is for the student to be able to develop the knowledge and skills to train a variety of different athletes and populations. Restricted to Exercise Science Majors and Coaching Minors and PAGE Certificate students.
EXER 395Internship in Allied Health Setting Credits: 1-121-12
Students will complete an observational, practical, and/or research-based learning experience in an allied health, rehabilitation, or medical setting of the student’s choice. This will allow students to apply the knowledge and skills they have gained from their coursework to a real-world experience in a professional setting that supports their career goals. Internship placements must be approved by the student’s academic advisor. The Exercise Science Department will schedule students into their internship only when all required paperwork is completed. At least 3 credits are required for the major; additional credits may count towards major elective or free elective credits.
EXER 278 and EXER 495 with a C or better, Junior standing
EXER 399Independent Study in Exercise Science Credits: 1-31-3
Independent study affords students the opportunity to engage in independent study related to their major field, a supporting area, or specialized interest.
Offers a practical, research, observational, study, and/or work experience within an area or career path of student’s choice through constructive participation within the field of Exercise Science.
Requires 2.50 QPA overall; must have completed all exercise science major course requirements with a grade of C or above. Graduate Credit: This course is not available for graduate credit.
EXER 425Exercise Science & Weight Control Credits: 33
Overview of weight control and health. Metabolism, energy balance equation, and role of diet and exercise in preventing/treating over-weight and obesity. Methods for assessing body composition. Examination of eating disorders, and behavior modification approaches, surgical intervention and other methods of dealing with mild to severe obesity.
EXER 260 with a C or higher AND EXER 321 with a C or higher OR EXER 343
EXER 445Coaching Internship Credits: 33
The coaching internship gives students the opportunity to help young athletes develop physically, psychologically, and socially. Students will utilize the sport science knowledge they have obtained in the Coaching Minor curriculum to help coach a local athletic team. The internship experience is completed under the supervision of a local professional and a Shippensburg University supervisor.
ESC 220 with a grade of C or better; and EXER 244 with a grade of C or better; and EXER 340 with a grade of C or better; and ( EXER 321 OR EXER 343 ) with a grade of C or better
EXER 452Psychology of Injury & Rehabilitation Credits: 33
The purpose of this course is to understand the cognitive, emotional, behavioral, and social factors that affect injury, rehabilitation, and return to activity. Theory and research will be examined to understand these psychological factors and to learn how to improve the rehabilitation process. Students will also learn about qualitative research methodologies and conduct a qualitative investigation.
EXER 453Research Design and Statistics Credits: 44
Students will learn basic methodological concepts for designing, implementing, and interpreting research projects within Exercise Science. This will include hypothesis development, data collection, statistical data analysis, presentation of data through written and oral mediums, and ethical principles surrounding research. Restricted to Exercise Science majors only.
EXER 321 or EXER 343 , and EXER 336 , and EXER 352 , and EXER 375 , and MATH 117 or MATH 217 , all with a minimum grade of C. Graduate Credit: This class is not available for graduate credit.
EXER 475Exercise Prescription for Special and Athletic Populations Credits: 33
EXER 495Internship in Fitness & Performance Setting Credits: 3-123-12
Students will complete a practical, observational, and/or research-based learning experience in a fitness, performance, or sport setting of the student’s choice. This will allow students to apply the knowledge and skills they have gained from their coursework to a real-world experience in a professional setting that supports their career goals. Internship placements must be approved by the student’s academic advisor. The Exercise Science Department will schedule students into their internship only when all required paperwork is completed. At least 3 credits are required for the major; additional credits may count towards major elective or free elective credits.
