Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science (120 hours and completion of a minor)
(Must complete the Essential Liberal Arts courses and the Great Conversation Series, Exercise Science core, Exercise Science Cognates, Exercise Science Electives, and a minor from another department.)
Program Outcomes
Apply foundational scientific knowledge in anatomy, physiology, kinesiology and exercise prescription to design, implement and assess safe fitness and wellness programs for diverse populations.
Demonstrate proficiency with industry-standard assessment techniques including fitness testing, health screening and basic movement evaluations to support entry-level practice in health, wellness and performance settings.
Demonstrate competency in research literacy by locating, evaluating and interpreting peer-reviewed scientific literature to inform clinical decision making.
Prepare for workforce readiness and professional advancement by identifying appropriate minors and pursuing relevant professional certifications.
Essential Liberal Arts Courses (31 hours)
Required
| CCC100 | Introduction to College Writing | 3 |
| CCC102 | Public Speaking | 3 |
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| MATH100 | Mathematics for the Liberal Arts | 4 |
| Or | |
| MATH101 | Intermediate Algebra | 4 |
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| Scientific Inquiry | 4 |
| ESAT404 | Capstone: Senior Seminar | 2 |
Great Conversation Series
Required
| GCON110 | Great Conversation: The Meaning of Life | 3 |
| GCON120 | Great Conversation: Western Civilization | 3 |
| GCON130 | GCON130 - Great Conversation: Global Civilization | 3 |
| GCON140 | GCON140 - Great Conversation: Art | 3 |
| GCON150 | GCON150 - Great Conversation: What It Means to Be A U.S. Citizen | 3 |
Exercise Science Core (21 hours)
Required
Exercise Science Cognates (14 hours)
Required
Choose 4 of Chemistry OR Physics:
| CHEM101 | The World of Chemistry | 4 |
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| CHEM105 | General Chemistry I | 3 |
| And | |
| CHEM117 | Introductory Chemistry Laboratory I | 1 |
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| PHYS101 | Introductory Physics I | 3 |
| And | |
| PHYS103 | Introductory Physics I Lab | 1 |
Four Year Plan
Fall - First Year
| CCC100 | Introduction to College Writing | 3 |
| MATH101 | Intermediate Algebra | 4 |
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| BIOL101 | Biology and Society | 4 |
| And | |
| BIOL101L | Biology and Society Lab | 0 |
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| Or | |
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| BIOL131 | General Biology I - Molecules and Cells | 4 |
| And | |
| BIOL131L | General Biology Lab I | 0 |
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ELE/ELEC
| General Elective | 2 |
GCON
| Great Conversation | 3 |
Spring - First Year
| PSYC100 | General Psychology | 3 |
ELE/ELEC
| General Elective | 3 |
ELE/ELEC
| General Elective | 3 |
GCON
| Great Conversation | 3 |
GCON
| Great Conversation | 3 |
Fall - Second Year
| ESAT225 | Human Anatomy | 3 |
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| CHEM101 | The World of Chemistry | 4 |
| And | |
| CHEM101L | The World of Chemistry-Laboratory | 0 |
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| Or | |
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| CHEM105 | General Chemistry I | 3 |
| And | |
| CHEM117 | Introductory Chemistry Laboratory I | 1 |
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| Or | |
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| PHYS101 | Introductory Physics I | 3 |
| And | |
| PHYS103 | Introductory Physics I Lab | 1 |
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| CCC102 | Public Speaking | 3 |
ELE/ELEC
| General Elective | 3 |
GCON
| Great Conversation | 3 |
Spring - Second Year
| BIOL209 | Human Nutrition | 3 |
| Or | |
| ESAT250 | Human Physiology | 3 |
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| ESAT240W | Introduction to Research | 3 |
ELE/ELEC
| General Elective | 3 |
GCON
| Great Conversation | 3 |
Fall - Third Year
Spring - Third Year
| ESAT339 | Principles of Strength and Conditioning | 3 |
MINOR/ELEC
| Minor Elective | 3 |
MINOR/ELEC
| Minor Elective | 3 |
MINOR/ELEC
| Minor Elective | 3 |
ELE/ELEC
| General Elective | 3 |
Fall - Fourth Year
| ESAT404 | Capstone: Senior Seminar | 2 |
ESAT/EXP
| Experiential Learning | 3 |
MINOR/ELEC
| Minor Elective | 3 |
ELE/ELEC
| General Elective | 3 |
ELE/ELEC
| General Elective | 3 |
ELE/ELEC
| General Elective | 1 |
Spring - Fourth Year
MINOR/ELEC
| Minor Elective | 3 |
MINOR/ELEC
| Minor Elective | 3 |
ELE/ELEC
| General Elective | 3 |
ELE/ELEC
| General Elective | 3 |
ELE/ELEC
| General Elective | 3 |
Note:
- General elective credit hours will vary dependent upon the following degree requirements:
- Must complete a minimum of 120 credit hours
- Must complete a minimum of 30 credit hours of coursework at the 300 or 400-level
- Courses requiring prerequisites and corequisites are noted on the course which can be found in the course description section of the catalog.