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Core Course Requirements (Both Concentrations)
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EXSS 700 - Applied Statistics and Research Methods in Exercise and Sport Science (3 credit hours)
Prerequisite, general undergraduate statistics course.
Selected research techniques and designs, with emphasis on planning,
conducting, and reporting of research; and applied statistical analysis and
interpretation of data from the field of exercise and sport science.
Fall and Spring. Shields.
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EXSS 705 - Applied Statistics and Research Methods Laboratory (3 credit
hours)
Prerequisite, general undergraduate statistics course.
Problem-solving and practical experience in planning, conducting, and
reporting of research; and applied statistical analysis and interpretation and
presentation of data from the field of exercise and sport science. Fall
and Spring. Guskiewicz, McMurray, Shields.
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EXSS 780 - Physiology of Exercise (4 credit hours)
The application of physiological principles relevant to the
effect of exercise on human functioning. Emphasis is placed on collection
and evaluation of experimental data. Laboratory work shall be conducted
in facilities provided by the Department of Exercise and Sport Science
and the Medical School.
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EXSS 785 - Seminar in Exercise Physiology (3 credit hours)
In-depth study of selected advanced topics in exercise physiology.
Emphasis on metabolism, biochemical, and cardiorespiratory physiology with
presentations on selected topics.
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EXSS 993 - Master's Thesis (5 credit hours)
Please contact the program coordinator for specific information
regarding thesis research.
Additional Course Requirements, Research Concentration
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EXSS 410 - Exercise Testing and Prescription in a Healthy Population
(3 credit hours)
Methods and protocols for screening, evaluating and prescribing exercise
programs for healthy adults. Emphasis is on exercise testing procedures
and interpretation of results to promote a healthy physically active lifestyle.
Registration for EXSS 410L is also required. Prerequisites: EXSS
175, 276, and
376 (C or better required).
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EXSS
782 - Nutritional Aspects of Exercise (3 credit hours)
Exploration of the role of macronutrients and micronutrients as they
apply to exercise, physical conditioning, and competition. Students obtain
experience in dietary analysis as it applies to athletic populations.
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NUTR 600 - Nutritional Biochemistry and Normal Cell Function (3 credit
hours)
Covers normal cell biochemistry and physiology, emphasizing roles of
nutrients throughout the life cycle; chemistry and metabolism of proteins,
nucleic acids, carbohydrates and lipids; endocrine/neuroendocrine regulation
of metabolism.
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PHYS 471 - Cell and Organ System Physiology (3 credit hours)
This course covers the function of mammalian organs and the underlying
electrical, mechanical, cellular and molecular mechanisms in a lecture/recitation
format.
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Other Approved Classes
Additional Course Requirements, Fitness/Wellness Concentration
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EXSS
781
- Clinical Exercise Testing and Prescription (3 credit hours)
This course concentrates on the knowledge and skills necessary
for providing exercise testing and prescription in the clinical setting,
emphasizing cardiac rehabilitation. Prerequisites: EXSS 376, 410, or permission of instructor.
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EXSS
782 - Nutritional Aspects of Exercise (3 credit hours)
Exploration of the role of macronutrients and micronutrients
as they apply to exercise, physical conditioning, and competition. Students
obtain experience in dietary analysis as it applies to athletic populations.
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EXSS
789 - Practicum in Exercise Physiology (3 credit hours)
The implementation of theories and practices in a professional
setting under the direction of a competent practitioner. Prerequisites:
EXSS 410 or 780 or 781 or permission of instructor.
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EXSS
410/410L - Exercise Testing and Prescription in a Healthy Population
(3 credit hours)
Methods and protocols for screening, evaluating and prescribing
exercise programs for healthy adults. Emphasis is on exercise testing
procedures and interpretation of results to promote a healthy physically
active lifestyle. Registration for EXSS 410L is also required.
Prerequisites: EXSS 175, 276, and
376 (C or better required).
Selectives (3 hours)
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EPID 735 - Cardiovascular Disease Epidemiology (3 credit hours)
Review of major issues in cardiovascular disease epidemiology, summarization
of relevant pathology and analogies of population determinants and strategies
for prevention.
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EXSS
730 - Management of Athletic Injuries (3 credit hours)
Designed to provide basic knowledge and skill that aid in the prevention
and treatment of injuries common to athletics.
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NUTR 400 - Introduction to Medical Nutrition (3 credit hours)
Function of the human body focusing on nutrient interaction.
Review of structure and function of cells and organs.
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HBHE 772 - Planning Health Promotion in Medical and Worksite Settings
(4 credit hrs)
This course builds skills developing the components of health care
and worksite health promotion programming, including needed assessments,
message development, message channel options, health counseling and training
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Other Approved Classes.
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