Exercise Science
Program Overview
College of Health, Department of Health & Exercise Science
Anderson Athletic Recreation Center (AARC) 206, (651) 962-5982
Mellick (Chair), Arogbokun, Bruininks, Hedman-Robertson, Korak, Mead, Mellick, Roy, Sage, Scibora
A major in exercise science prepares students for entrance into a doctor of physical therapy program or other related medical field. A student graduating with a major in exercise science will be trained on highly sophisticated assessment equipment and gain real-world experience outside the classroom.
Exercise Science Major
Major Courses:
- NUTR 245 Introduction to Nutrition (4 credits)
- EXSC 130 Foundations of Exercise Science (2 credits)
- EXSC 211 Introduction to Research Methods (2 credits)
- EXSC 213 Human Anatomy and Lab (4 credits)
- EXSC 214 Physiology (4 credits)
- EXSC 214L Physiology Lab (0 credits)
- EXSC 326 Kinesiology (4 credits)
- EXSC 332 Exercise Physiology (4 credits)
- EXSC 332L Exercise Physiology Lab (0 credits)
- EXSC 413 Exercise Testing & Prescription (4 credits),
OR EXSC 414 Essentials of Strength & Condition (4 credits) - EXSC 426 Biomechanics (4 credits)
- EXSC 426L Biomechanics Lab (0 credits)
- EXSC 449 Exercise Science Research Methods (2 credits)
- EXSC 450 Ex Sci/Hlth Prom Internship (100 hours) (2 credits)
Elective Courses (select 8 credits):
- HLTH 250 Personal Health & Wellness (4 credits)
- EXSC 313 Motor Development (4 credits)
- EXSC 314 Aging & Exercise (4 credits)
- EXSC 413 Exercise Testing & Prescription (4 credits)
- EXSC 414 Essentials of Strength & Condition (4 credits)
- EXSC 432 Advanced Exercise Physiology (4 credits)
- PHYS 110 General Physics II (4 credits)
- CHEM 112 General Chemistry II (4 credits)
Allied Courses:
- BIOL 207 Genetics, Ecology, and Evolution (4 credits)
- BIOL 208 Biological Communication and Energetics (4 credits)
- CHEM 111 General Chemistry I (4 credits)
- PHYS 109 General Physics I (4 credits)
- STAT 220 Statistics (4 credits)
- PSYC 111 General Psychology (4 credits)
- PSYC 301 Psychopathology (4 credits)
Select one of the following:
- MATH 108/109 Calculus with Review I & Review II (4 credits each)
- MATH 113 Calculus (4 credits)
Exercise Science Minor
This minor is for students looking to enhance their career objectives and goals who may be considering work in the allied health, wellness or fitness world. A minor increases a student's knowledge base, enhances qualifications, provides for a greater competitive edge in the job market and builds individual credibility.
This minor is a good complement to a number of other disciplines such as business, marketing, communications and psychology. Students interested in pursuing careers in fields such as sports broadcasting, sports marketing, and advertising and promotions may also be interested in this minor.
Core Courses:
- EXSC 213 - Human Anatomy and Lab (4 credits)
- EXSC 214 - Human Physiology and Lab (4 credits)
- EXSC 326 - Kinesiology (4 credits)
- EXSC 332 - Exercise Physiology (4 credits)
Select one of the following:
- EXSC 426 Biomechanics (4 credits)
or EXSC 432 Advanced Exercise Physiology (4 credits)
The following prerequisites must be observed:
- EXSC 213 is a prerequisite for EXSC 326
- EXSC 214 is a prerequisite for EXSC 332
- EXSC 326 is a prerequisite for EXSC 426
- EXSC 332 is a prerequisite for EXSC 432
Please note: Health Promotion majors may not earn an Exercise Science Minor.