Exercise Science

A study of the organ systems of the human body, their gross and microscopic structure and their functions. Laboratory demonstrations and dissections. Three lectures, one three-hour lab. Prerequisite: one semester of college chemistry. Offered every spring.

A study of the organ systems of the human body, their gross and microscopic structure and their functions. Laboratory demonstrations and dissections. Three lectures, one three-hour lab. With permission of the instructor, biology majors may take Biol 204 for two...

A study of the nutritive needs of the body in normal stages of growth and development, food sources of nutrients, nutrient functions and factors affecting nutrient utilization. Current U.S. and global nutritional problems are explored. Prerequisite: Chem 101, 103 or...

The course provides an introduction to first aid, practical experience in basic first aid skills, and first aid for specific sport injuries. Successful completion of the course and passing the ARC certification exam will result in certification for one year....

This course is valuable to anyone who plans to coach or pursue future certification in athletic training. Topics covered include: emergency procedures, evaluation and management of injuries to the foot, ankle, knee, shoulder, elbow and hand. Students learn taping techniques.

This course is designed to provide foundational knowledge in a variety of modes of aerobic conditioning including running, cycling, using aerobic machines and aerobic classes in preparation for upper level classes in exercise science. Students learn basic information about determining...

Weight Training. (Women’s weight training or COED)

This course provides an introduction to kinesiology and sub-disciplinary areas of study in the field. An overview and history of kinesiology, physical education, sport and exercise science is included as is a review of various careers in the majors offered.

This course focuses on the description and analysis of human movement from anatomical and mechanical perspectives. Laws and principles from anatomy and physics that govern the use of the human body, objects and implements are applied to the analysis of...

In this course, students study how the human body responds during various kinds of exercise and how it adapts as a result of a regular exercise program. The course includes an analysis of neuromuscular activity, circulation, respiration and metabolism as...

This course, required for all physical education teacher licensure and general physical education majors, will examine attitudes, methods, techniques, and special considerations important in addressing physical activity needs and interests of children and adolescents with disabilities. Critical aspects of motor...

This course addresses concepts in the sub-discipline of motor behavior, primarily focusing on motor learning theory and psychological variables in the acquisition of motor skills. In completing this course, students will examine the nature of the learner, the learning process,...

Students will work with a certified personal trainer to conduct basic fitness screenings and assessments, and then to develop programs with clients based on their goals and interests. The student will phase into full responsibility for conducting personal training sessions...

In this practicum experience students will work with a group fitness instructor in leading exercise classes such as aerobic dance, step aerobics, spinning, conditioning, strength and flexibility classes. Student will study techniques for directing classes and will phase into full...

Students work with a supervisor or director of the Roman-Gingerich Recreation and Fitness Center in management aspects of this facility. Content is based in sport management (Kin 310) areas of facility design, maintenance and administration. Responsibilities include scheduling of rooms,...

In this course, students learn exercise testing protocols, procedures and techniques. Content includes knowledge development and practice of a wide variety of tests for different populations. Ideally, this course should be taken prior to KIN 400: Exercise Prescription since the...

Students will learn how to to practice personal training with individual clients. Content includes how to conduct basic health screenings and practical fitness appraisals for the purpose of developing appropriate fitness programs for individuals. The emphasis will be on professional...

A practical experience related to the student’s interest and ability. This professional experience ccurs in an off-campus setting as establishing community and career connections is valued. For non-teaching majors only.

A capstone kinesiology class focused on career or graduate school preparation and completion of a major project. The course includes an introduction to research methods and descriptive and inferential statistics in kinesiology. Course includes the consideration of professional and ethical...