Exercise Science Major (126 hours)

The Exercise Science major prepares students to assume careers in non-school settings such as corporate, wellness, commercial and in some cases clinical adult fitness programs. Students completing the Exercise Science major are not eligible for teaching certification.

Baccalaureate-Level Writing Requirement

Students who have chosen the Exercise Science major will satisfy the Baccalaureate-Level Writing Requirement by successfully completing HPER 4440: Professional Development in Exercise Science.

General Education

A list of approved General Education courses can be found in “Graduation and Academic Advising” earlier in this catalog.

Required Cognates (14 hours)

BIOS 1100 - Biology Laboratory Credits: 1 hour
BIOS 1120 - Principles of Biology Credits: 3 hours
BIOS 2110 - Human Anatomy Credits: 4 hours
BIOS 2400 - Human Physiology Credits: 4 hours
HPER 1110 - Healthy Living Credits: 2 hours

Required Courses (45 hours)

HPER 1520 - Foundations of Exercise Science Credits: 3 hours
HPER 2950 - Biomechanics Credits: 3 hours
HPER 2960 - Stress Management and Flexibility Credits: 2 hours
HPER 2980 - Exercise Physiology Credits: 3 hours
HPER 3150 - Measurement and Evaluation for Exercise Science, Health, and Physical Education Credits: 3 hours
HPER 3170 - Cardiovascular Health Credits: 2 hours
HPER 3500 - Modification of Health Behavior Credits: 2 hours
HPER 3800 - Foundations of Sports Injuries Credits: 2 hours
HPER 3950 - Cardiovascular Endurance: Aerobic Conditioning Credits: 2 hours
HPER 3960 - Muscular Strength and Endurance Credits: 2 hours
HPER 3970 - Body Composition and Weight Control Credits: 2 hours
HPER 4440 - Professional Development in Exercise Science Credits: 3 hours
HPER 4450 - Exercise Testing and Prescription Credits: 3 hours
HPER 4690 - Fitness Management Credits: 2 hours
HPER 4800 - Basic Electrocardiography Credits: 2 hours
HPER 4910 - Exercise for Special Populations Credits: 3 hours
HPER 4980 - Exercise Science Internship Credits: 6 hours