Health and Exercise Science (B.S.)

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Major Courses

BIO 264 - Anatomy and Physiology I Credit Hours: 4 (see General Education below) π
BIO 265 - Anatomy and Physiology II Credit Hours: 4 *
BIO 365 - Introduction to Pharmacology Credit Hours: 3 *
HES 345 - Principles of Exercise Prescription Credit Hours: 2 ^*
HES 351 - Statistics Credit Hours: 3 (see General Education below) ^*π
HES 381 - Nutrition and Energy Metabolism Credit Hours: 3 ^*
HES 382 - Functional Anatomy and Application Credit Hours: 4 ^*
HES 462 - Cardiovascular Function and Electrophysiology Credit Hours: 3 ^*
HES 473 - Biomechanical and Anatomical Analysis of Human Movement Credit Hours: 4 ^*
HES 474 - Physiology of Exercise Credit Hours: 3 ^*
HES 475 - Physiology of Exercise Lab Credit Hours: 2 ^*
HES 480 - Senior Seminar Credit Hours: 1 ^*
HPR 151 - Introduction to Health, Human Performance, and Recreation Credit Hours: 2
HPR 153 - Foundations of Physical Fitness, Health, and Wellness Credit Hours: 3 (see General Education below) π
HPR 178 - Aerobic Activities Credit Hours: 2 *
HPR 179 - Strength and Power Training Credit Hours: 2 *
Choose one of the following
CHE 105 - Food Science Credit Hours: 4
CHE 111 - General Chemistry I Credit Hours: 4 *

Health and Exercise Science Major Credit Hours 49

General Education

Liberal Arts Pathways Courses

Art Pathway - See General Education Requirements - Main Campus 2 Credit Hours
History Pathway - See General Education Requirements - Main Campus 3 Credit Hours
Literature Pathway - See General Education Requirements - Main Campus 3 Credit Hours
Mathematics Pathway - HES 351 - Statistics (see Major courses)
Music Pathway - See General Education Requirements - Main Campus 2 Credit Hours
Philosophy Pathway - See General Education Requirements - Main Campus 3 Credit Hours
Science with Lab Pathway -BIO 264 - Anatomy and Physiology I (see Major courses)
Social Science Pathway - See General Education Requirements - Main Campus 3 Credit Hours

General Education Credit Hours 42

Elective Credit Hours 29

B.S. in Health and Exercise Science Total Credit Hours 120

Symbol Key

^ Grade of “C” or better required.
* This course has a prerequisite.
# Possible waiver by exam.
π A major course that meets a General Education requirement.
+ Possible waiver with a specified number of transfer credits upon first-time admission.

Health and Exercise Science Learning Outcomes

Students majoring in health and exercise science will demonstrate preparedness for careers in health and exercise science and recreation. Students will be able to identify anatomical components of the human body and explain how movement and nutrition impact health. Students will be able to assess and prescribe an appropriate exercise and health regimen.

Curriculum Design

The health and exercise science program is carefully designed to provide students with knowledge, skills, and abilities congruent with careers in the discipline and tailored according to guidelines of recognized professional organizations in exercise science and sports medicine.

Program Oversight

The health and exercise science major is overseen by the Department of Health and Human Performance. Courses with HES, HPR, and REC numbers are administered by this department. Questions about the major should be directed to the department chair.