60 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 100Introduction to College and Service – An introduction to
the skills and attitudes needed to succeed in college, particularly for students called to work in exercise science or sport management professions. These skills and attitudes include appreciation of oneself; one’s skills and talents; others and their skill and talents; management of resources such as talents, time, and money; and an awareness of the history and culture of Milligan. Required of first-time freshmen in the exercise science or sport management major; required during their first semester of attendance. Offered fall semester each year. One-half semester hour.
EXSC 101MLifetime Wellness - A study of the fundamentals
principles, and techniques for development of a lifestyle of wellness with a specific focus on physical, emotional, and spiritual wellness. Students are introduced to the nine dimensions of wellness and consider how these dimensions may be inter-related with the effect of impacting overall wellness. Offered every term. One semester hour.
EXSC 104Swimming - A course designed for students with differing
levels of swimming skills. American Red Cross methods and skills are emphasized. Students will learn aquatics skills, swimming strokes, and life saving skills. Concepts related to competitive swimming are included. A student majoring in exercise science may take a proficiency exam to receive credit for this course. Offered fall term each year. One semester hour.
EXSC 105Lifeguarding - A course designed for students who are strong
swimmers and proficient in basic swimming strokes. American Red Cross certification is available. Special fee. Offered occasionally. One semester hour.
EXSC 112Resistance Training – An introductory course involving
participation in various resistance training exercise techniques. Free weights, variable resistance machines, calisthenics, plyometrics, and other techniques and equipment may be included. Offered occasionally. One semester hour.
EXSC 122Intercollegiate Men’s Basketball – This course provides
credit for participation in training sessions, practices, games, and other team activities for student-athletes. The course may be taken up to four times for elective credit. Grading is pass/fail. Offered every term. One semester hour.
EXSC 123Intercollegiate Women’s Basketball – This course provides
credit for participation in training sessions, practices, games, and other team activities for student-athletes. The course may be taken up to four times for elective credit. Grading is pass/fail. Offered every term. One semester hour.
EXSC 124Intercollegiate Cheer/Dance - This course provides credit
for participation in training sessions, practices, games, and other team activities for student-athletes. The course may be taken up to four times for elective credit. Grading is pass/fail. Offered every term. One semester hour.
EXSC 125Intercollegiate Cross Country/Track & Field – This course
provides credit for participation in training sessions, practices, games, and other team activities for student-athletes. The course may be taken up to four times for elective credit. Grading is pass/fail. Offered every term. One semester hour.
EXSC 126Intercollegiate Cycling – This course provides credit for
participation in training sessions, practices, games, and other team activities for student-athletes. The course may be taken up to four times for elective credit. Grading is pass/fail. Offered every term. One semester hour.
EXSC 127Intercollegiate Golf – This course provides credit for
participation in training sessions, practices, games, and other team activities for student-athletes. The course may be taken up to four times for elective credit. Grading is pass/fail. Offered every term. One semester hour.
EXSC 128Intercollegiate Men’s Soccer – This course provides credit
for participation in training sessions, practices, games, and other team activities for student-athletes. The course may be taken up to four times for elective credit. Grading is pass/fail. Offered every term. One semester hour.
EXSC 129Intercollegiate Women’s Soccer – This course provides credit
for participation in training sessions, practices, games, and other team activities for student-athletes. The course may be taken up to four times for elective credit. Grading is pass/fail. Offered every term. One semester hour.
EXSC 130Intercollegiate Softball – This course provides credit for
participation in training sessions, practices, games, and other team activities for student-athletes. The course may be taken up to four times for elective credit. Grading is pass/fail. Offered every term. One semester hour.
EXSC 131Intercollegiate Swimming – This course provides credit for
participation in training sessions, practices, games, and other team activities for student-athletes. The course may be taken up to four times for elective credit. Grading is pass/fail. Offered every term. One semester hour.
EXSC 132Intercollegiate Tennis – This course provides credit for
participation in training sessions, practices, games, and other team activities for student-athletes. The course may be taken up to four times for elective credit. Grading is pass/fail. Offered every term. One semester hour.
EXSC 133Intercollegiate Volleyball – This course provides credit for
participation in training sessions, practices, games, and other team activities for student-athletes. The course may be taken up to four times for elective credit. Grading is pass/fail. Offered every term. One semester hour. undergraduate course descriptions 147
EXSC 134Intercollegiate Baseball - This course provides credit for
participation in training sessions, practices, games, and other team activities for student-athletes. The course may be taken up to four times for elective credit. Grading is pass/fail. Offered every term. One semester hour.
EXSC 135Intercollegiate Triathlon - This course provides credit for
participation in training sessions, practices, games, and other team activities for student-athletes. The course may be taken up to four times for elective credit. Grading is pass/fail. Offered every term. One semester hour.
EXSC 137Intercollegiate Flag Football - This course provides credit
for participation in training sessions, practices, games, and other team activities for student-athletes. The course may be taken up to four times for elective credit. Grading is pass/fail. Offered every term. One semester hour.
EXSC 138Intercollegiate Bowling - This course provides credit for
participation in training sessions, practices, games, and other team activities for student-athletes. The course may be taken up to four times for elective credit. Grading is pass/fail. Offered every term. One semester hour.
EXSC 153Golf and Pickleball - An introduction to basic strokes and
skills necessary for active participation in golf and pickle ball, including game competition and the application of official rules. Offered occasionally. One semester hour.
EXSC 154Disc Golf – An introduction to the basic skills required for
active participation in disc golf including disc selection for varying distances, skill development, and an understanding of the rules that govern disc golf and disc golf facilities. Offered occasionally. One semester hour.
EXSC 162Aerobic Fitness - Active participation involving but not
limited to work with stability ball training, water and land aerobics, kettle ball workouts, spinning, power stick activities, and workout bands. Offered occasionally. One semester hour.
EXSC 175Introduction to Exercise Science and Sport Management
– An introduction to the fields of study under the umbrella of exercise and sport. Content will include the history of exercise and sport and current employment opportunities and professional development in these fields. Offered fall term each year. Three semester hours.
EXSC 180Evidence-based Practice in Exercise Science (3 hrs)
*EXSC 341 Exercise Physiology (4 hrs) *EXSC 352 Kinesiology and Biomechanics (4 hrs) *Students should complete BIOL 250 and 251, Human Anatomy and Physiology I and II, prior to or concurrently with EXSC 341/352. Choose 7 hours from the following:
EXSC 181CPR for the Professional Rescuer - A study of infant, child
and two-person adult CPR. This course does not fulfill the Exercise Science activity general education requirement. Special fee. Offered occasionally. One semester hour.
EXSC 208Principles of Training – A study of speed and strength
training principles focusing on practical application. Biomechanics, physiology, training techniques, and program design for athletic performance, general fitness, and recreation will be discussed. Offered fall term each year. Three semester hours.
EXSC 260Sport Psychology - An overview of the psychological factors
affecting behavior in exercise and sport settings. The course examines the major topics in sport psychology, including personality, motivation, arousal, imagery, goal setting, and burnout. The goal is that students would milligan university academic catalog | 2026-27 | www.milligan.edu
EXSC 307Outdoor Recreation - Preparation, training, and practice in the
skills of outdoor recreational activities. The course focuses on the following experiential activities: camping, hiking, caving, kayaking, flora identification and orienteering. Classroom preparation culminates in a weekend outing. Special fee. Offered summer term each year. Two semester hours.
*EXSC 341 Exercise Physiology (4 hrs) *EXSC 352 Kinesiology and Biomechanics (4 hrs) *Students should complete BIOL 250 and 251, Human Anatomy and Physiology I and II, prior to or concurrently with EXSC 341/352.
EXSC 309Sport Injuries - A course designed to familiarize the student
with recognition and management of injuries related to sport participation. Also covered are aspects of sport medicine, conditioning, strength training, nutrition, and protective equipment. Offered spring term each year. Three semester hours.
EXSC 333Human Nutrition – A more advanced study of basic nutrition
concepts, building on content covered in EXSC 101M, Wellness for Life. Nutrients and their requirements, sources, digestions, and roles in body function are covered with concentration on their relation to exercise and athletics. Offered occasionally. Three semester hours.
EXSC 341Exercise Physiology - A study of the physiological and
biochemical responses of the human body to exercise. The basic concepts of physiology are applied to sport performance, personal wellness, and aging. Prerequisite: BIOL 250 and 251. Offered fall term each year. Four semester hours.
The following general education requirements are fulfilled in the minor: 8 hours of laboratory science Total number of required hours: 20 Once a student enrolls in the traditional undergraduate program at Milligan with a minor in Human Anatomy and Physiology, any future lab science transfer courses for the major or minor must include an in-person lab. Online labs will not be accepted. milligan university academic catalog | 2026-27 | www.milligan.edu
EXSC 395Seminar - A seminar designed to promote in-depth discussion
independent research, and writing in areas not included in the regular course offerings. Topics considered vary from semester to semester. Offered occasionally. One to three semester hours.
EXSC 401Research Methods - An investigation of research techniques
and methods used in various types of research and an introduction to science-based databases, culminating in the presentation of a research proposal. Prerequisite: EXSC 308 or permission of instructor. Offered fall term each year. Three semester hours.
EXSC 405Motor Behavior – A study of motor control, motor growth
and development, and motor learning. Classical and current theories and laws will be presented. Practical application of these principles will be included especially as related to movement and skill development. Offered occasionally. Two semester hours.
EXSC 422/422M. Integration of Faith and Exercise Science – A fluid
look at recent examples of research in the various areas of exercise science that relate to and incorporate issues of faith and principles of Christianity. Offered spring term each year. Three semester hours.
EXSC 433Sport Nutrition - A study in nutrition focusing on special
undergraduate course descriptions 148 needs and concerns relevant to the training, competing, and active individual. Prerequisite: EXSC 341. Offered fall term each year. Three semester hours.
EXSC 436Exercise in Health and Disease - A study of the
relationship of exercise to the components of wellness and healthy lifestyles, including an in-depth look at the interrelationship of exercise with coronary heart disease, obesity, and nutrition. Exercise prescription for the healthy and diseased is explored. Prerequisite: EXSC 341 or permission of instructor. Offered spring term each year. Three semester hours. ,
EXSC 443Sport Science Practicum – Practical experience in measuring
acute and chronic training responses in Milligan student-athletes. Students will also reduce, graph, and present athletes’ physiologic data to Milligan coaches. Supervised by Milligan faculty. Limited enrollment. Offered occasionally.
EXSC 489Directed Readings - A supervised program of readings which
provides for study of material not included in the regular course offerings. Faculty tutorial required. Offered as needed. One to three semester hours.
The following general education requirement is fulfilled in the minor: 4 hours of laboratory science (EXSC 352) Total number of required hours: 18 Sport Management: See “Sport Management” major. fitness and wellness 93
EXSC 495Seminar - A seminar designed to promote in-depth
discussion, independent research, and writing in areas not included in the regular course offerings. Offered occasionally. One to three semester hours.
EXSC 499AMentored Research - A faculty-mentored research course
in which students craft a research proposal, prepare a literature review, and outline the methods by which they plan to conduct research. Offered every term as needed. One semester hour.
EXSC 499BMentored Research - A faculty-mentored research course
in which students complete their research in a manner consistent with practices in their discipline and submit a written draft of their findings to their mentor. Offered every term as needed. One semester hour.
EXSC 520Coaching Management – Students will develop their
knowledge of effective coaching methods, models, and practices to enhance their own professional growth in the area of sport leadership. Theories of coaching and leadership will be explored for application by the student as a sport professional. Offered every fall. Three semester hours.
EXSC 586Sport Law – A synthesis of the ethical issues encountered in
sport and the legal principles that govern sport environments. Students consider and evaluate contemporary issues in sport from both a legal and ethical perspective. Topics include negligence and risk management. Offered every fall. Three semester hours.
EXSC 595/595M. Special Topics – In these courses, topics are
determined by the Coaching and Sport Management Faculty and provide the student with an opportunity to study and research in various subject areas. Offered occasionally. Three semester hours.
EXSC 620Sport Sociology – An evaluation of contemporary
sociological issues in sport and athletics. Students will examine the role of sport in society including historical and current figures that inform the sociological context of sport. Offered every fall. Three semester hours.
EXSC 660/660M. Psychology of Coaching: Coaching the Mind –
Examination of the psychological factors that influence the athletic environment. Using psychological skills for performance enhancement will milligan university academic catalog | 2026-27 | www.milligan.edu
EXSC 691Internship – On-campus placement with a Milligan sport team
or with the Milligan Athletic Department or off-campus placement with an approved outside organization. Students are required to log a minimum of 180 hours (60 hours per credit) for each internship experience. Students should seek advance approval from the director of the program prior to the term in which the internship will be taken for credit. Offered every semester. Three semester hours.
EXSC 694/694M. Writing and Research in Sport – This course
functions as a thesis for MACSM graduate students and may be entrepreneurial or research based. The entrepreneurial approach involves the student developing a business plan for a proposed sport business. The research approach involves generation of a research proposal (or scholarly paper as approved by the program director). Offered every spring. Three semester hours.
