The nature of research; methods of acquiring knowledge; the role of research in human performance and exercise science with emphasis on the scientific method. (formerly Exercise Science)

An introduction to the foundation and principles of therapeutic exercise. There will be a lecture and a hands-on lab portion to the lecture where students will learn how to perform these exercises.

Acute and chronic physiological adaptations to exercise stress. Topics include: metabolic, skeletal muscle, respiratory and cardiovascular function during exercise, body composition, the elite athlete, ergogenic acids, and performance. Includes labs on techniques to quantify human performance capacity.

Introduction to mechanics and its application to human motion. Includes linear and angular kinematics and kinetics, mechanics of fluids, and elementary analysis of human motion.

An introduction to the biomechanics and motor control of human movement using applications from clinical rehabilitation, sporting and workplace environments.

An introductory course designed to provide students with entry-level knowledge for the development and implementation of comprehensive wellness programs.

(formerly Exercise Science)

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A practicum course designed to have students learn a variety of exercise tests and an introduction to developing exercise prescriptions.