2019-2020 Undergraduate Academic Catalog

Exercise and Sport Science Education (ESED) ESED-2900 2 hours Health and Movement Education for the Young Child –Fa, Sp An investigation of current trends, methods of instruction, and curriculum design in health and physical education for early childhood classrooms, including review of appropriate Ohio models. Emphasis is given to the importance of nutrition, safety, and movement education for the young child, including a look at basic nutritional, health, and safety management, especially in relationship to childhood illnesses and communicable diseases. Prerequisite: EDUC-1000 The Education Profession. Exercise and Sport Science (ESS) ESS-1000 Foundations of Physical Education –Fa 1 hour Orientation to the history, philosophy, and scope of modern exercise and sport science from a theistic perspective ESS-1350 Introduction to Exercise Science –Fa 2 hours Orientation to the history, philosophy, and scope of modern exercise science from a biblical perspective. ESS-1400 First Aid and Safety Education –Fa, Sp 2 hours American Red Cross Standard First Aid and C.P.R. certificate may be granted at the end of the course. (Fee: $35) ESS-2380 Motor Learning and Development –Sp 3 hours A study of the stages in motor development and the factors affecting the acquisition of motor skills and learning as it relates to motor skill acquisition. The course provides cognitive and psychomotor knowledge of fundamental locomotor, non-locomotor, and manipulative motor skills. ESS-3800 Sport Psychology –Fa 3 hours Surveys the concepts and issues related to the human psyche in the context of sports and from a biblical perspective. Prerequisite: PYCH-1600 General Psychology, junior status, or permission of instructor. ESS-3880 1–3 hours Special Topics in Exercise and Sport Science Investigation of special topics in exercise science that have intrinsic worth and engage student interest. Prerequisite: permission of instructor. ESS-3890 5 hours Human Anatomy and Physiology for the Physical Educator –Fa This course is designed to be a study of the structure and function of the human body from a Christian theistic perspective with particular emphasis on applications and understanding for physical educators. Prerequisite: GBIO-1000 Principles of Biology. (Fee: $25) ESS-3900 Physiology of Exercise –Sp 3 hours A study of the physiological processes of the body and how they are affected by and adapt to varying exercise conditions. Prerequisite: GBIO-2010 Human Anatomy and Physiology I or ESS-3890 Human Anatomy and Physiology for the Physical Educator. (Fee: $25) ESS-3920 Biomechanics –Fa, Sp 3 hours Application of the facts and principles of basic physics to body movement, sports performance, and teaching of physical education skills. (Fee: $25) ESS-3940 Structural Kinesiology –Fa, Sp 3 hours Application of physical laws and analysis of human movement with special reference to anatomical principles underlying human movement. Prerequisites: GBIO-2010 Human Anatomy and Physiology I or ESS-3890 Human Anatomy and Physiology for the Physical Educator. (Fee: $25) ESS-4850 1–3 hours Independent Study in Exercise and Sport Science –Fa, Sp Independent study in the area of exercise and sport science. Prerequisite: Departmental approval is required. Exercise and Sport Science Elective (ESSE) ESSE-1350 Foundations of Sport Ministry –Sp 3 hours This introductory course will give an overview of sport ministry. It will explore the breadth of such a ministry as it attempts to establish a Biblical base for sports evangelism. It will also attempt to demonstrate the balance of a spirit-filled life and the impact it can have in reaching the world with the message of Christ through sports. (even years) ESSE-3100 Strength and Conditioning –Sp 3 hours This course is designed to provide a comprehensive overview of strength and conditioning. Emphasis is placed on exercise technique, program design, organization and administration, and testing and evaluation. Additionally, this course is designed to prepare students for the nationally accredited Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) certification. PEAE-1400 Weight Training (coed) is strongly recommended prior to taking this course. 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. 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-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-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 certified exercise physiologist certification. Prerequisite: ESS-3900 Physiology of Exercise; GMTH-1020 College Algebra. (Fee:$75) 2019–20 Undergraduate Academic Catalog Page 301 Course Descriptions ESED-2900 – EXSC-3860 KINESIOLOGY AND ALLIED HEALTH

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