Exercise Science and Kinesiology Transfer Major Courses

The first of a two-semester sequence especially designed for students pursuing careers in allied health fields as well as any student desiring an in-depth undergraduate transfer course. The course focuses on the interdependent relationships between the structure and functions of body systems and the ways these parts interact (homeostasis) to insure the survival of the organism. Major topics addressed include levels of organization, the chemistry of life, support/movement, integration/control, and coordination. Coordinated laboratory exercises focus on anatomical knowledge and physiological functions.

Lecture Hours: 48 Lab Hours: 32

Composition I emphasizes fluency, thesis-driven organization, the use of supporting details, and research techniques. Writing is approached as a recursive process that includes prewriting strategies, drafting, revising, and editing. The course helps students shape writing to serve readers' needs and define a sense of purpose in their writing. It also gives students strategies for reading college-level material.

Lecture Hours: 48

Prerequisite(s): Appropriate placement score or equivalent.

This course is designed to orient students to the college campus, resources, services, and expectations. This course also provides a brief overview and practice of study skills and academic strategies.

Lecture Hours: 16

The second of a two-semester sequence designed for students pursuing careers in allied health fields or wishing an in-depth undergraduate transfer course in the biological sciences. The course focuses on interdependent relationships between the structures and functions of body systems and the way these parts interact (homeostasis) to insure survival of the organism. Major topics addressed include systems associated with circulation, maintenance, elimination and continuity. Coordinated laboratory exercises focus on anatomical knowledge and physiological functions.

Lecture Hours: 48 Lab Hours: 32

Prerequisite(s): Minimum grade of C- in BIO-168.

Composition II aims to review and extend writing principles learned in Composition I to analytical, argumentative, and research-based writing. This course emphasizes critical reading, evaluation, and precise and responsible source citation.

Lecture Hours: 48

Prerequisite(s): Minimum grade of D- in ENG-105.

This is one of the four courses required to receive a coaching authorization or endorsement. This course will describe the duties and responsibilities in protecting the health of athletes. The course is aimed at recognizing injuries and providing basic care for those injuries as well as techniques to prevent injuries from occurring.

Lecture Hours: 32

This course will present basic principles of human nutrition and the nutritional needs of athletes and/or physically active populations. Examination of nutrition’s effects on health and human performance, focusing on fuel sources, metabolism, hydration, supplement use and ergogenic aids, maintaining a healthy body composition, and eating disorders will also occur.

Lecture Hours: 48

Principles of Nutrition will introduce students to the science of nutrition. The course will examine individual nutrients; their structure and function in the human body; nutrient composition of food; and selection of food to meet nutrient needs, maintain health and satisfaction. Students will understand and apply present day knowledge of nutrition to dietary patterns and needs of selected individuals and groups. The course is an advanced beginning course in human nutrition designed for students with a science background.

Lecture Hours: 48

This course reviews health coaching and its relevance in today’s health care industry. Includes information on coaching psychology, insight on weight management psychology, the physiology of obesity, techniques for lifestyle coaching, and the relationship between exercise and nutrition for weight control.

Lecture Hours: 48

This course covers the fundamental concepts, principles and laws of physics and their applications. It covers kinematics, dynamics, force, linear and rotational motion, fluids, sound, temperature, and heat.

Lecture Hours: 48 Lab Hours: 32

Prerequisite(s): Minimum grade of C- in MAT-741 or MAT-102. Or equivalent placement score.

This course provides an introduction to living organisms, their diversity, structure and function and how they maintain themselves both during their life cycle and as a species. It is designed to highlight concepts of the biological sciences for the non-biology major.

Lecture Hours: 48 Lab Hours: 32

This lecture and laboratory course is the first of a two semester sequence designed for students with a specific interest in majoring in the biological sciences or a desire for a more comprehensive undergraduate course in the discipline. The course integrates the basic principles of general biology and focuses on their interrelationships. The major themes addressed include levels of organization, cell structure and metabolism, the genetic basis of life, evolution, diversity and ecological relationships. Laboratory exercises are coordinated with lecture topics to enhance the student's understanding of these topics.

Lecture Hours: 48 Lab Hours: 32

This course introduces physics using calculus-level mathematics. Designed for students in Engineering, Mathematics, and Physics. The first semester of this sequence covers the topics of vectors, linear and rotational kinematics, statics, dynamics, oscillatory and wave motion, temperature, and heat.

Lecture Hours: 64 Lab Hours: 32

Prerequisite(s): Minimum grade of C- in MAT-210.

This course introduces students to the oral communication process and how it affects human interaction There will be an emphasis on developing interpersonal, small group, and public speaking skills. Students will be involved in activities that provide opportunity for the understanding and improvement of their oral communication skills.

Lecture Hours: 48

This course studies the fundamentals of public speaking, emphasizing the process of speech preparation and delivery in various contexts.

Lecture Hours: 48

This course is a study of descriptive statistics including graphical representation, central tendency, correlation and regression, intuitive treatment of probability and inferential statistics including hypothesis testing.

Lecture Hours: 48

Prerequisite(s): Minimum grade of C- in MAT-060 or MAT-063. Or equivalent placement score.

This is an introductory level course designed to explore wellness in all dimensions. Students will assess their overall level of wellness, assess current lifestyle choices, and be enabled with strategies that will lead to an improved lifestyle and overall level of wellness.

Lecture Hours: 48

Career exploration course into the fields of physical education, sport, health, and recreation. Philosophies, principles and historical perspectives will be introduced.

Lecture Hours: 48