Exercise Sciences (ExSc)

Undergraduate Courses

100-Level Courses


EXSC 100R : Intercollegiate Athletics. (.5:2:10.5)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 100R : Intercollegiate Athletics. (.5:2:10.5)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:

Fall; Winter; Spring

           : Intercollegiate Athletics: Cheer.
           : Intercollegiate Athletics: Men's Baseball.
           : Intercollegiate Athletics: Men's Basketball.
           : Intercollegiate Athletics: Men's Diving.
           : Intercollegiate Athletics: Men's Football.
           : Intercollegiate Athletics: Men's Golf.
           : Intercollegiate Athletics: Men's Swimming.
           : Intercollegiate Athletics: Men's Tennis.
           : Intercollegiate Athletics: Men's Track and Field.
           : Intercollegiate Athletics: Men's Volleyball.
           : Intercollegiate Athletics: Women's Basketball.
           : Intercollegiate Athletics: Women's Diving.
           : Intercollegiate Athletics: Women's Golf.
           : Intercollegiate Athletics: Women's Gymnastics.
           : Intercollegiate Athletics: Women's Soccer.
           : Intercollegiate Athletics: Women's Softball.
           : Intercollegiate Athletics: Women's Swimming.
           : Intercollegiate Athletics: Women's Tennis.
           : Intercollegiate Athletics: Women's Track and Field.
           : Intercollegiate Athletics: Women's Volleyball.


EXSC 101R : Aerobic Activities for Fitness and Weight Control. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 101R : Aerobic Activities for Fitness and Weight Control. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:	Fall; Winter; Spring; Summer
DESCRIPTION:	Regular participation in aerobic activity improves fitness levels and body composition and can lead to weight loss; it also improves cardiovascular endurance.


EXSC 102R : Adapted Physical Education. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 102R : Adapted Physical Education. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

PREREQUISITE:

Medical referral.


EXSC 105 : (ExSc - Hlth) Healthy Living. (.5:1:0)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 105 : (ExSc - Hlth) Healthy Living. (.5:1:0)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:	Fall; Winter
DESCRIPTION:	Scientific evidence supporting the importance of a healthy lifestyle. An online course covering such topics as body mind spirit, cardiorespiratory endurance, muscular strength and flexibility, nutrition, healthy weight recommendations, and consumer health.


EXSC 106 : Badminton, Beginning. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 106 : Badminton, Beginning. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:

Fall; Winter


EXSC 111 : Basketball, Beginning. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 111 : Basketball, Beginning. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:

Fall; Winter; Spring


EXSC 112 : Basketball, Intermediate. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 112 : Basketball, Intermediate. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:	Fall; Winter
PREREQUISITE:	ExSc 111 or equivalent.


EXSC 116 : Bowling, Beginning. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 116 : Bowling, Beginning. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:	Fall; Winter
NOTE:	Fee.


EXSC 117 : Bowling, Intermediate. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 117 : Bowling, Intermediate. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:	Fall; Winter; Spring
NOTE:	Fee.


EXSC 120 : Cycling. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 120 : Cycling. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

DESCRIPTION:

Basic knowledge and skills in cycling and bike maintenance.


EXSC 121 : Diving, Springboard. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 121 : Diving, Springboard. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:

Fall; Winter


EXSC 125 : Flexibility. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 125 : Flexibility. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:

Fall; Winter


EXSC 129 : (ExSc - Hlth) Fitness and Lifestyle Management. (2:2:1)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 129 : (ExSc - Hlth) Fitness and Lifestyle Management. (2:2:1)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:	Fall; Winter
DESCRIPTION:	Obtaining and maintaining physical fitness now and throughout the life span.


EXSC 130 : Weight Management. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 130 : Weight Management. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:	Fall; Winter
DESCRIPTION:	Improving fitness levels and body composition by participating in regular physical activity and monitoring and reducing dietary intake.


EXSC 131 : Golf, Beginning. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 131 : Golf, Beginning. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:

Fall; Winter; Spring; Summer


EXSC 132 : Golf, Intermediate. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 132 : Golf, Intermediate. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:	Fall; Winter; Spring; Summer
PREREQUISITE:	ExSc 131 or equivalent.


EXSC 136 : Gymnastics, Beginning. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 136 : Gymnastics, Beginning. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:

Fall; Winter; Spring


EXSC 137 : Gymnastics, Intermediate. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 137 : Gymnastics, Intermediate. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:	Fall; Winter; Spring
PREREQUISITE:	ExSc 136 or equivalent.


EXSC 139 : Jogging. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 139 : Jogging. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:

Fall; Winter; Spring; Summer


EXSC 141 : Martial Arts. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 141 : Martial Arts. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:

Fall; Winter; Spring; Summer


EXSC 143R : Physical Training--ROTC. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 143R : Physical Training--ROTC. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:	Fall; Winter; Spring
PREREQUISITE:	For ROTC students only.


EXSC 146 : Racquetball, Beginning. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 146 : Racquetball, Beginning. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:

Fall; Winter; Spring; Summer


EXSC 147 : Racquetball, Intermediate. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 147 : Racquetball, Intermediate. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:

Fall; Winter; Spring; Summer


EXSC 150 : Ice Skating. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 150 : Ice Skating. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:	Fall; Winter
DESCRIPTION:	Developing figure skating and ice hockey skills.
NOTE:	Taught off campus. Fee.


EXSC 151 : Ice Hockey. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 151 : Ice Hockey. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:	Fall; Winter
PREREQUISITE:	ExSc 150 or equivalent.
DESCRIPTION:	Basic power skates, puck and stick handling, and game strategies.
NOTE:	Taught off campus. Fee.


EXSC 152 : Intermediate Ice Skating. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 152 : Intermediate Ice Skating. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:	Fall; Winter
PREREQUISITE:	ExSc 150 or equivalent.
DESCRIPTION:	Developing intermediate ice skating skills.
NOTE:	Taught off campus. Fee.


EXSC 153 : Intermediate Ice Hockey. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 153 : Intermediate Ice Hockey. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:	Fall; Winter
PREREQUISITE:	ExEc 151 or equivalent.
DESCRIPTION:	Developing intermediate ice hockey skills.
NOTE:	Taught off campus. Fee.


EXSC 155 : Self-Defense. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 155 : Self-Defense. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:	Fall; Winter; Spring; Summer
DESCRIPTION:	Fundamental principles, skills, and techniques.


EXSC 156 : Soccer, Beginning. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 156 : Soccer, Beginning. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:

Fall; Winter; Spring; Summer


EXSC 157 : Soccer, Intermediate. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 157 : Soccer, Intermediate. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

PREREQUISITE:

ExSc 156 or equivalent.


EXSC 161 : Skiing, Beginning. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 161 : Skiing, Beginning. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:	Winter
NOTE:	Sections formed on basis of ability. Students responsible for following costs: bus transportation, ski equipment, lift fees. Students required to use bus transportation provided. Fee.


EXSC 162 : Skiing, Intermediate. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 162 : Skiing, Intermediate. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:	Winter
NOTE:	Sections formed on basis of ability. Students responsible for following costs: bus transportation, ski equipment, lift fees. Students required to use bus transportation provided. Fee.


EXSC 164 : Skiing, Cross-Country. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 164 : Skiing, Cross-Country. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:	Winter
NOTE:	Students responsible for following costs: bus transportation, ski equipment, trail fees. Students required to use bus transportation provided. Fee.


EXSC 170 : Swimming for Nonswimmers. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 170 : Swimming for Nonswimmers. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:

Fall; Winter


EXSC 171 : Swimming, Beginning. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 171 : Swimming, Beginning. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:

Fall; Winter; Spring; Summer


EXSC 172 : Swimming, Intermediate. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 172 : Swimming, Intermediate. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:	Fall; Winter; Spring; Summer
PREREQUISITE:	ExSc 171 or equivalent.


EXSC 174R : Swimming for Students with Disabilities. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 174R : Swimming for Students with Disabilities. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:	Fall; Winter
NOTE:	Can be taken repeatedly to fulfill the university physical education activity requirement for any student with special needs.


EXSC 175 : Beginning Scuba Diving. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 175 : Beginning Scuba Diving. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:	Fall; Winter; Spring; Summer
DESCRIPTION:	Developing scuba diving skills. Open Water Diver Certification upon successful completion.
NOTE:	Taught off campus. Fee.


EXSC 176 : Intermediate Scuba Diving. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 176 : Intermediate Scuba Diving. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:	Fall; Winter; Spring; Summer
PREREQUISITE:	ExSc 175 or Open Water Diver Certification.
DESCRIPTION:	CPR, first aid, and diving rescue procedures and concepts. Rescue Diver Certification upon successful completion.
NOTE:	Taught off campus. Fee.


EXSC 177 : Advanced Scuba Diving. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 177 : Advanced Scuba Diving. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:	Fall; Winter; Spring; Summer
PREREQUISITE:	ExSc 176 or Rescue Diver Certification.
DESCRIPTION:	Advanced open water skills and concepts. Advanced Open Water Diver Certification upon successful completion.
NOTE:	Taught off campus. Fee.


EXSC 179 : Water Aerobics. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 179 : Water Aerobics. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:	Fall; Winter; Spring; Summer
DESCRIPTION:	Exercise workout in water emphasizing flexibility, strength, and endurance.
NOTE:	For nonswimmers and swimmers.


EXSC 181 : Tennis, Beginning. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 181 : Tennis, Beginning. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:

Fall; Winter; Spring; Summer


EXSC 182 : Tennis, Intermediate. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 182 : Tennis, Intermediate. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:	Fall; Winter; Spring; Summer
PREREQUISITE:	ExSc 181 or equivalent.


EXSC 183 : Tennis, Advanced. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 183 : Tennis, Advanced. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:	Fall; Winter
PREREQUISITE:	ExSc 182 or equivalent.


EXSC 186 : Volleyball, Beginning. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 186 : Volleyball, Beginning. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:

Fall; Winter; Spring; Summer


EXSC 187 : Volleyball, Intermediate. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 187 : Volleyball, Intermediate. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:	Fall; Winter; Summer
PREREQUISITE:	ExSc 186 or equivalent.


EXSC 188 : Volleyball, Advanced. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 188 : Volleyball, Advanced. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

PREREQUISITE:

ExSc 187 or equivalent.


EXSC 191 : Weight Training, Beginning. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 191 : Weight Training, Beginning. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:

Fall; Winter; Spring; Summer


EXSC 192 : Weight Training, Intermediate. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 192 : Weight Training, Intermediate. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:	Fall; Winter; Spring; Summer
PREREQUISITE:	ExSc 191 or equivalent.
DESCRIPTION:	Theory and technique of maximal strength development, emphasizing "power" and "Olympic" lifts.


EXSC 199R : Academic Internship. (1-9:0:0)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 199R : Academic Internship. (1-9:0:0)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)




200-Level Courses


EXSC 201R : Extramural Sports. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 201R : Extramural Sports. (.5:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:

Fall; Winter; Spring; Summer

           : Extramural Lacrosse.
           : Extramural Racquetball.
           : Extramural Rugby.
           : Extramural Soccer.


EXSC 277 : Techniques of Lifeguarding. (2:1:3)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 277 : Techniques of Lifeguarding. (2:1:3)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:	Fall; Winter
PREREQUISITE:	Swim competency test (given first day of class).
DESCRIPTION:	First-aid and lifeguard skills training, including instruction in CPR, and American Red Cross certification for lifeguard training.


EXSC 278 : Water Safety Instructor Training. (2:1:3)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 278 : Water Safety Instructor Training. (2:1:3)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:	Fall; Winter
PREREQUISITE:	ARC Swimmer--level competency.
DESCRIPTION:	Leads to American Red Cross WSI certification. Swimming teaching methods that include teaching swimming to special needs students.


EXSC 285 : Personal Training Strategies. (2:2:0)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 285 : Personal Training Strategies. (2:2:0)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:	Fall; Winter
DESCRIPTION:	Designing and implementing individual and group fitness and wellness programs based upon the latest scientific concepts, utilizing safe and effective techniques, to develop flexibility, strength, and cardiovascular endurance.



300-Level Courses


EXSC 302 : Philosophical and Ethical Issues in Exercise Sciences. (1:1:0)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 302 : Philosophical and Ethical Issues in Exercise Sciences. (1:1:0)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:	Fall; Winter; Spring
DESCRIPTION:	Philosophical and ethical issues common to exercise sciences majors. Concept of mind, body, spirit.


EXSC 320 : Basic Athletic Training. (3:3:0)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 320 : Basic Athletic Training. (3:3:0)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:	Fall; Winter; Spring
PREREQUISITE:	Concurrent enrollment in ExSc 321.
RECOMMENDED:	PDBio 220.
DESCRIPTION:	Recognition, evaluation, and care of athletic injuries. Techniques in taping, preventing, and rehabilitating injuries.


EXSC 321 : Basic Athletic Training Lab. (.5:0:.5)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 321 : Basic Athletic Training Lab. (.5:0:.5)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:	Fall; Winter; Spring
PREREQUISITE:	Concurrent enrollment in ExSc 320.
NOTE:	Fee.


EXSC 349 : Body, Mind, Spirit. (3:3:0)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 349 : Body, Mind, Spirit. (3:3:0)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

OFFERED:	Honors also.
WHEN TAUGHT:	Winter
DESCRIPTION:	Sacredness of the body and its meaningfulness to the whole being. Comparative approach utilizing ideas from the restored gospel and Western and Eastern philosophy (nature of being).

          : Honors Body, Mind, Spirit.


EXSC 362 : Kinesiology and Biomechanics. (3:3:0)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 362 : Kinesiology and Biomechanics. (3:3:0)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:	Fall; Winter; Spring
PREREQUISITE:	Math 110 or higher.
RECOMMENDED:	Phscs 105 or 121; PDBio 220.


EXSC 364 : Scientific Bases of Sport 1: Motor Learning. (2:2:0)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 364 : Scientific Bases of Sport 1: Motor Learning. (2:2:0)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:	Fall; Winter
DESCRIPTION:	Motor learning principles for physical education/coaching minor.


EXSC 365 : Scientific Bases of Sport 2: Kinesiology. (2:2:0)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 365 : Scientific Bases of Sport 2: Kinesiology. (2:2:0)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:	Fall; Winter
DESCRIPTION:	Kinesiology and biomechanics for physical education/coaching minor.


EXSC 366 : Scientific Bases of Sport 3: Exercise Physiology. (2.5:2:0)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 366 : Scientific Bases of Sport 3: Exercise Physiology. (2.5:2:0)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:	Fall; Winter; Spring Odd Yrs.; Summer Even Yrs.
RECOMMENDED:	PDBio 305.
DESCRIPTION:	Physiology of activity for physical education teaching students.


EXSC 387 : Lifestyle and Chronic Disease Prevention. (3:3:0)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 387 : Lifestyle and Chronic Disease Prevention. (3:3:0)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:	Fall; Winter; Spring
DESCRIPTION:	Current scientific evidence demonstrating how lifestyle affects disease processes. Healthy lifestyle concepts specifically needed by wellness professionals, health educators, and health promotion practitioners; influence of unhealthy lifestyle as basis for chronic diseases, i.e., cardiovascular disease, cancer, and diabetes.


EXSC 394 : Athletic Training Clinical Education 1. (2:1:5)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 394 : Athletic Training Clinical Education 1. (2:1:5)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:	Fall; Winter
PREREQUISITE:	Athletic training major status.
DESCRIPTION:	Classroom and field experience. Orientation to athletic training program and clinical expectations. Modules include emergency care, taping skills, and basic modalities.


EXSC 395 : Athletic Training Clinical Education 2. (2:1:5)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 395 : Athletic Training Clinical Education 2. (2:1:5)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:	Fall; Winter
PREREQUISITE:	EXSC 394
DESCRIPTION:	Classroom and field experience. Modules include taping skills, assessment, and modalities.


EXSC 399R : Academic Internship. (1-9:0:ARR)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 399R : Academic Internship. (1-9:0:ARR)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:	Fall; Winter; Spring; Summer
PREREQUISITE:	Internship coordinator's consent.
DESCRIPTION:	On-the-job experience for physical education majors and coaching and physical education minors.

           : Exercise and Wellness Internship. (.5-9:0:ARR)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)



400-Level Courses


EXSC 400 : Functional Anatomy and Kinesiology. (4:3:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 400 : Functional Anatomy and Kinesiology. (4:3:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:	Fall; Winter; Spring; Summer
PREREQUISITE:	PDBIO 220
RECOMMENDED:	ExSc 362 or equivalent.
DESCRIPTION:	Advanced examination of structure and function of skeletal, articular, muscular, and peripheral nervous systems with clinical applications; cadaver lab included.


EXSC 410 : Stress Management. (2:2:0)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 410 : Stress Management. (2:2:0)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:	Fall; Winter
DESCRIPTION:	Practical experience in learning to understand and manage stress.


EXSC 414 : Advanced Athletic Training Lab. (1:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 414 : Advanced Athletic Training Lab. (1:0:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:	Fall; Winter
PREREQUISITE:	Athletic training major status.
DESCRIPTION:	Advanced athletic training skills, including taping, bracing and splinting, custom-fitted equipment, massage and stretching techniques, and emergency splinting and transport.


EXSC 415 : Therapeutic Modalities. (3:2:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 415 : Therapeutic Modalities. (3:2:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:	Fall; Winter
PREREQUISITE:	Athletic training major status.
DESCRIPTION:	Hydrotherapy, massage, traction, radiant energy, heat, cold, and electrotherapy.


EXSC 416 : Injury Evaluation: Lower Extremities. (3:3:0)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 416 : Injury Evaluation: Lower Extremities. (3:3:0)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:	Fall; Winter
PREREQUISITE:	Athletic training major status.
DESCRIPTION:	Basic principles of injury evaluation; evaluation techniques specific to lower-extremity injuries.


EXSC 417 : Injury Evaluation: Upper Extremities and Trunk. (3:3:0)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 417 : Injury Evaluation: Upper Extremities and Trunk. (3:3:0)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:	Fall; Winter
PREREQUISITE:	EXSC 416
DESCRIPTION:	Injury evaluation techniques specific to the upper extremities and trunk.


EXSC 418 : Rehabilitation of Orthopedic Injuries. (3:3:0)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 418 : Rehabilitation of Orthopedic Injuries. (3:3:0)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:	Fall; Winter
PREREQUISITE:	EXSC 415
DESCRIPTION:	Basic principles, techniques, and progression of orthopedic/musculoskeletal rehabilitation.


EXSC 419 : Medical Issues in Athletic Training. (1:1:0)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 419 : Medical Issues in Athletic Training. (1:1:0)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:	Winter
PREREQUISITE:	ExSc 417 or concurrent enrollment.
DESCRIPTION:	Discussion of current medical issues in athletic training with guest lectures by medical specialists.


EXSC 423 : Administration of Athletic Training Programs. (2:2:0)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 423 : Administration of Athletic Training Programs. (2:2:0)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:	Fall; Winter
PREREQUISITE:	EXSC 415
DESCRIPTION:	Management and administration of athletic training facilities and staff members.


EXSC 455 : Worksite Health Promotion. (3:3:0)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 455 : Worksite Health Promotion. (3:3:0)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:	Fall; Winter
PREREQUISITE:	EXSC 387 & EXSC 463
DESCRIPTION:	Managing, designing, marketing, implementing, assessing, and administering health promotion programs in a worksite setting.


EXSC 460 : Orthopaedic Impairments and Therapeutic Exercise. (3:3:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 460 : Orthopaedic Impairments and Therapeutic Exercise. (3:3:2)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:	Fall; Winter; Spring
PREREQUISITE:	PDBio 220 or equivalent; ExSc 400 or concurrent enrollment.
DESCRIPTION:	Fundamentals of body mechanics and therapeutic exercise, coupled with kinesiological principles for detection and correction of basic neuromusculoskeletal anomalies.


EXSC 463 : Exercise Physiology. (3:3:0)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 463 : Exercise Physiology. (3:3:0)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:	Fall; Winter; Spring; Summer
PREREQUISITE:	PDBIO 305; or PDBIO 362
RECOMMENDED:	Concurrent enrollment in ExSc 464.
DESCRIPTION:	The function of the physiological systems and their responses to acute and chronic exercise.


EXSC 464 : Exercise Physiology Lab. (.5:0:1)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 464 : Exercise Physiology Lab. (.5:0:1)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:	Fall; Winter; Spring; Summer
PREREQUISITE:	ExSc 463 or concurrent enrollment.
DESCRIPTION:	Introduction of laboratory and field methods; applying principles of exercise physiology to assessing physical fitness and physiological responses to exercise.


EXSC 468 : Problems in Exercise Prescription. (2:2:0)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 468 : Problems in Exercise Prescription. (2:2:0)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:	Fall; Winter; Spring
PREREQUISITE:	EXSC 463
DESCRIPTION:	Applying scientific principles to problems in conditioning.


EXSC 470 : Functional Neuroanatomy. (3:3:0)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 470 : Functional Neuroanatomy. (3:3:0)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:	Winter
PREREQUISITE:	PDBIO 220 & EXSC 400
DESCRIPTION:	Function, assessment, and rehabilitation of sensory and motor systems.


EXSC 480 : Obesity and Weight Management. (3:3:0)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 480 : Obesity and Weight Management. (3:3:0)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:	Fall; Winter
PREREQUISITE:	ExSc 463 or concurrent enrollment.
DESCRIPTION:	Review of the scientific literature surrounding obesity and weight management, primarily the causes and consequences of this growing epidemic.


EXSC 485 : Exercise and Wellness Certification Preparation. (3:3:0)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 485 : Exercise and Wellness Certification Preparation. (3:3:0)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:	Winter
PREREQUISITE:	Senior status.
DESCRIPTION:	Review of exercise and wellness certification competencies and curriculum with preparation for professional certification.


EXSC 494 : Athletic Training Clinical Education 3. (2:1:5)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 494 : Athletic Training Clinical Education 3. (2:1:5)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:	Fall; Winter
PREREQUISITE:	EXSC 395
DESCRIPTION:	Classroom and field experience. Modules include injury assessment and management, rehabilitation skills, and knowledge of general medical conditions.


EXSC 495 : Athletic Training Clinical Education 4. (2:1:5)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 495 : Athletic Training Clinical Education 4. (2:1:5)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:	Fall; Winter
PREREQUISITE:	EXSC 494
DESCRIPTION:	Classroom and field experience. Modules include injury assessment and management, rehabilitation skills, nutrition, and dermatology.


EXSC 496R : Academic Internship: Practicum. (.5-8:0:ARR)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 496R : Academic Internship: Practicum. (.5-8:0:ARR)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:	Fall; Winter; Spring
PREREQUISITE:	ExSc 320 and instructor's consent.
DESCRIPTION:	Academic and practical application of skills for athletic trainers.

           : Athletic Training Internship.


EXSC 497R : Undergraduate Research and Study. (.5-4:0:ARR)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 497R : Undergraduate Research and Study. (.5-4:0:ARR)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:	Fall; Winter; Spring; Summer
DESCRIPTION:	Individual research and study in any area of exercise science.


EXSC 498 : Capstone Experience in Athletic Training. (2:2:0)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 498 : Capstone Experience in Athletic Training. (2:2:0)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:	Fall; Winter
PREREQUISITE:	Senior standing in athletic training education program.
DESCRIPTION:	Synthesizing and integrating student classroom and clinical experiences in preparation for BOC examination resulting in certification of allied health professionals.
NOTE:	Course should be taken last semester prior to graduation.



500-Level Graduate Courses (available to advanced undergraduates)

EXSC 501 : Sports Medicine Pathology and Pharmacology. (3:3:0)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 501 : Sports Medicine Pathology and Pharmacology. (3:3:0)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:	Fall; Winter; Spring
PREREQUISITE:	ExSc 320, PDBio 305; or equivalents.
DESCRIPTION:	Sports medicine pathologies and related pharmacology for a variety of sports medicine/allied health care professions.
NOTE:	Meets required NATA athletic training educational competencies.


EXSC 560 : Orthopaedic Pathomechanics. (2:2:1)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 560 : Orthopaedic Pathomechanics. (2:2:1)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:	Fall
PREREQUISITE:	ExSc 460 or equivalent.
DESCRIPTION:	Advanced analysis of neuromusculoskeletal deformities and/or injury. Therapeutic exercise and the use of orthoses.


EXSC 585 : Pedagogical Techniques in Exercise Sciences. (1:1:0)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 585 : Pedagogical Techniques in Exercise Sciences. (1:1:0)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:	Fall Blk 1
PREREQUISITE:	Graduate student with teaching assistantship in exercise sciences.
DESCRIPTION:	Teaching methodologies for instruction in fitness and sports courses.


EXSC 586R : Workshop in Fitness and Sport. (1-4:ARR:ARR)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

EXSC 586R : Workshop in Fitness and Sport. (1-4:ARR:ARR)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)

WHEN TAUGHT:	Fall
PREREQUISITE:	Undergraduate major in physical education or equivalent.

Graduate Courses

For 600- and 700-level courses, see the BYU 2010–2011 Graduate Catalog.

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