ESSE-3100 Strength and Conditioning–Sp
3 hours
This course includes the study of the varied aspects of strength
training in a variety of sports. In addition to learning and practicing
strength training techniques, students will design a conditioning
program for preseason, in-season, off-season, and recovery
modules. Prerequisites: GBIO-1000 Principles of Biology, BIO-1110
Introduction to Biology, or permission of the instructor.
ESSE-4850 Independent Study in Sport Ministry 1–3 hours
Independent study in the area of Sport Ministry by students
pursuing the Sport Ministry minor. Prerequisites: Departmental
approval is required.
End-User Information Systems (EUIS)
EUIS-1000
3 hours
Word Processing Concepts and Applications
Designed to develop a working knowledge of word processing
software and hardware components and to apply these concepts
to various software applications. The student will create, format,
edit, store, retrieve, and print different types of documents as
well as apply advanced features of the software to expand basic
documents. Also an overview of the current operating system.
EUIS-1010
3 hours
Presentation Graphics Concepts and Applications
–Sp
Designed to explain basic concepts of graphics software, give
detailed information about the types of graphics that are available
and when to use each type, demonstrate how to create each of
the major types of graphics, and teach basic design concepts.
EUIS-2010
3 hours
Spreadsheet and Database Concepts and Applications
–Sp
Designed to identify concepts and terminology used with
electronic spreadsheets and to identify tasks that can be
accomplished with spreadsheet software. The students will be
able to use the computer to create, format, edit, store, retrieve,
and print worksheets, graphs, and charts. The course will
also introduce the student to database management systems.
Fundamentals of database management concepts will be
covered using a microcomputer database application package.
Topics will include table design, query, maintenance, and reports.
Prerequisite: ITM-1510 Software Tools for Business.
EUIS-2200 Desktop Publishing
2 hours
Writing, assembling, and designing publications commonly
found in businesses, such as newsletters, brochures, reports, and
promotional materials using PageMaker software.
Exercise Science (EXSC)
EXSC-2000 Worksite Observation–Fa, Sp, Su
0 hours
Students are required to arrange a field experience for five
consecutive full days (minimum of 30 contact hours) in an exercise
science work setting approved by their advisor where they can
observe and participate in exercise science worksite activities.
Prerequisites: Departmental approval and a follow-up report are
required. Credit/no credit.
EXSC-3000 Exercise Science Practicum–Fa, Sp
1 hour
This practicum is a minimum of 30 contact hours assisting
or instructing in group aerobics, muscle strength conditioning
instruction and workout supervision, muscle toning instruction and
workout supervision, or personal training. Departmental approval
is required. Credit/no credit.
EXSC-3010 Campus Exercise Science Practium–Fa, Sp 1 hour
This practicum is a minimum of 30 contact hours assisting
or instructing on-campus experiences such as group aerobics,
strength conditioning, workout supervision and personal training.
Departmental approval is required. Credit/No Credit. Prerequisite:
EXSC-2000 Worksite Observation.
EXSC-3020
1 hour
Community Exercise Science Practicum–Fa, Sp
This practicum is a minimum of 30 contact hours and is
intended to provide a hands-on experience in either a sports
enhancement facility, hospital cardiac rehabilitation center, or
similar facility. Departmental approval is required. Credit/No Credit.
Prerequisite: EXSC-2000 Worksite Observation.
EXSC-3180 Legal Issues in the Sport Industry–Sp 3 hours
This course will focus on the three major areas of law that have
a direct impact on the management of sport: tort liability and risk
management, contract law, and constitutional law. Prerequisite:
Junior status. Crosslisted with SMGT-3180 Legal Issues in the
Sport Industry.
EXSC-3810
3 hours
Organization and Administration of Exercise Science–Fa
This course is designed to provide the knowledge and begin to
develop the skills and abilities necessary to organize, administer,
manage, promote, and deliver quality health/fitness programs
effectively, safely, and efficiently, meeting the needs and desires
of both the client and the employer. Prerequisites: Junior status or
permission of the instructor.
EXSC-3860 Basic Exercise Testing–Fa
4 hours
This course includes guidelines and techniques of evaluation
for basic fitness testing with emphasis on aerobic capacity,
flexibility, strength, and body composition. Basic concepts of
EKG interpretation, including electrode placement, arrhythmia,
and electrophysiology, are introduced. The content is consistent
with the skills necessary to prepare students for the American
College of Sports Medicine health fitness instructor certification.
Prerequisite: GBIO-2010 Human Anatomy and Physiology I or
ESS-3890 Human Anatomy and Physiology for the Physical
Educator; GMTH-1020 College Algebra. (Fee:$100)
EXSC-3870 Basic Exercise Prescription–Sp
4 hours
This course stresses the scientific foundations of conditioning
with specific attention to exercise programming using the
components of frequency, duration, intensity, mode, and
progression, for apparently healthy individuals. The content is
consistent with the skills necessary to prepare students for the
American College of Sports Medicine health fitness instructor
certification. Prerequisite: EXSC-3860 Basic Exercise Testing.
(Fee:$100)
EXSC-4600 Research in Exercise Science–Sp
3 hours
Designed to develop an appreciation for the importance of and
need for research in exercise science. Orientation to methods and
procedures utilized in exercise science research, emphasizing
basic principles of conducting research using the case study,
literature review and typical outcomes measurement. Prerequisite:
Junior status or permission of the instructor.
EXSC-4700 Senior Research–Fa
3 hours
Students will work with a faculty mentor to conduct a research
project, write a paper, and present the project for peers and
faculty. The opportunity to present at conferences and/or publish
the paper exists for those interested. Prerequisite: EXSC-4600
Research in Exercise Science. (Fee: $35)
EXSC-4850
1–3 hours
Independent Study in Exercise Science–Fa, Sp
Independent study in the area of exercise science by students
pursuing the exercise science major. Prerequisite: Departmental
approval is required.
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