EXS - Exercise Science

EXS 151 Principles of Exercise Assessment and Prescription
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 2 Lab Hours.

A course on techniques used in the personal training fitness field. Topics include: the body's response to exercise, screening and consultation guidelines, dietary principles, and communication and documentation.
Prerequisites: Placement into ENG 101A, and MAT 093 or MAT 105A or appropriate Math placement (minimum grade C for both), and admitted to the Personal Fitness Trainer Certificate program
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EXS 152 Exercise Programming
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 2 Lab Hours.

A continuation of EXS 151 that prepares students for the American Council on Exercise National Certified Personal Trainer Exam. Topics include: applying exercise principles, using therapeutic exercise, working with special populations, understanding legal issues, and analyzing and evaluating fitness techniques.
Prerequisites: EXS 151 (minimum grade C)
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EXS 191 Part-Time Cooperative Education: Exerci se Science
1 Credit. 1 Lecture Hour. 20 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their first part-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students are expected to register for academic courses during the same semester. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: EXS 250 and EMS 100 (minimum grade C for both), and instructor consent
Corequisites: EXS 260
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EXS 255 Anatomical Kinesiology
3 Credits. 3 Lecture Hours. 0 Lab Hour.

A course on principles of human anatomy and motion as they relate to physical activity and skill performance. Topics include: the function of the skeletal, muscle, and nervous systems in generation and maintenance of human movement.
Prerequisites: EXS 130 (minimum grade C)
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EXS 294 Internship: Exercise Science
2 Credits. 1 Lecture Hour. 40 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in an unpaid field learning experience related to their degree. Students must follow applicable policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: EXS 250 and EMS 100 (minimum grade C for both), and instructor consent
Corequisites: EXS 260
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