Exercise Science Major (B.S.) - Undergraduate - 2012 University Catalog
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EXERCISE SCIENCE MAJOR
Complete 74 semester hours including the following 4 requirement(s):
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REQUIRED THEORY COURSES
Complete the following for 22 semester hours:
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REQUIRED ACTIVITY COURSES
Complete the following for 13 semester hours: .
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THEORY SPECIALIZATION CORE
Complete the following for 20 semester hours: .
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EXERCISE SCIENCE COLLATERAL COURSES
Complete 6 courses for 19 semester hours:
Course Descriptions:
BIOL240: Mammalian Anatomy and Physiology I (2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab)
Human anatomy and physiology for health education and physical education majors. Not for biology majors. Biology majors may only take this course as a free elective. 3 sh.
BIOL241: Mammalian Anatomy and Physiology II (2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab)
Human anatomy and physiology for health education and physical education majors. Not for biology majors. Biology majors may only take this course as a free elective. 3 sh.
Prerequisites: BIOL 240.
CHEM113: Fundamentals of Chemistry (3 hours lecture; 3 hours laboratory)
A one semester introductory lecture and laboratory course in the fundamental concepts of chemistry. This course is suitable for students who have no prior background in chemistry. It is intended for students majoring in Food and Nutrition and other non-science majors. It is also suitable for science majors who want a basic introduction to Chemistry before proceeding to General Chemistry I. Some aspects of the course are quantitative, and a bakground in algebra is assumed. This course prepares students to proceed to CHEM 130 Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry. 4 sh.
CMPT109: Introduction to Computer Applications: Being Fluent with Information Technology (3 hours lecture)
An introduction to the skills, concepts, and capabilities necessary to effectively use information technology across the curriculum through computer applications. Not for mathematics major elective credit or computer science elective credit. Meets Gen Ed 2002 - Computer Science. 3 sh.
Prerequisites: MATH 051 or MATH 061 or satisfactory score on both of the mathematical components of the MSUPT.
EXSC151: Yoga, Relaxation and Stress Reduction (1 hour lab)
Provides for the development of basic skills in the performance and teaching of hatha yoga and basic neuromuscular relaxation. Each student will be able to plan and implement stress reduction programs for individuals in a one-to-one counseling situation and teach sessions in a classrom format. Previous course PEMJ 151 effective through Winter 2012. 1 sh.
EXSC231: Fitness Assessment and Exercise Prescription (3 hours lecture, 1 hour lab)
This course provides the student with the knowledge and basic skills necessary to effectively perform a variety of fitness evaluations prior to the development of individualized exercise recommendations tailored to the needs and goals of each client. Students will be exposed to all aspects of equipment and instrumentation commonly used in the fitness industry to determine cardiovascular and neuromuscular fitness. In addition, assessment protocols for estimating body composition and flexibility will also be reviewed. Meets the University Writing Requirement for majors in Exercise Science. Previous course PEMJ 231 effective through Winter 2012. 3 sh.
Prerequisites: PEMJ 131.
EXSC233: Aerobic Exercise Leadership (2 hours lab)
Students will acquire skills in performing, demonstrating, and teaching aerobic activities. Previous course PEMJ 233 effective through Winter 2012. 2 sh.
Prerequisites: PEMJ 131.
EXSC234: Leadership in Anaerobic Exercise (2 hours lecture, 1 hour lab)
Students will acquire skills in performing, demonstrating, and teaching strength training and anaerobic conditioning. Previous course PEMJ 234 effective through Winter 2012. 2 sh.
Prerequisites: PEMJ 131.
EXSC300: Practicum in Exercise Science (3 hours lecture)
This course provides the student with the knowledge and basic skills necessary to evaluate potential career choices in the exercise science and fitness industries. Students will visit and observe a variety of fitness related work sites and then apply this knowledge as they engage in real and practical leadership experiences while under the supervision of a fitness professional. 3 sh.
Prerequisites: EXSC 233 and EXSC 234.
EXSC420: Theories in Strength and Conditioning (3 hours lecture)
An advanced course about the scientific principles, concepts, and theories of strength training and conditioning and their application to athletic performance. Students examine the effects of both acute and chronic anaerobic training on several physiological systems. Students also investigate the bioenergetics, biomechanics, and administrative concerns of anaerobic training. Additionally, students analyze the effects of age, sex, performance-enhancing substances, nutrition, and psychology on athletic performance. 3 sh.
Prerequisites: PEMJ 320 and PEMJ 321.
EXSC430: Exercise for Special Poplulations (3 hours lecture)
This course provides the student with the knowledge to apply principles of personalized fitness to individuals in special populations. Students examine responses to exercise and special considerations for individuals of varying age (children, older adults) and clinical conditions other than heart disease (arthritis, diabetes, dyslipidemia, hypertension, metabolic syndrome, obesity, osteoporosis, pregnancy, pulmonary disease). Emphasis is placed on preparing students to develop safe and effective exercise programs for individuals with special needs. 3 sh.
Prerequisites: PEMJ 320 or departmental approval.
EXSC475: Foundations and Practices in Cardiac Rehabilitation (3 hours lecture)
This course provides the student with the knowledge and basic skills necessary for patient care in a cardiac rehabilitation setting. Students examine the underlying pathology of coronary disease and learn to apply concepts of exercise testing and exercise prescription to patients in this population. Substantial time is allotted to developing student competences in electrocardiographic interpretation necessary for patient monitoring during exercise. Previous course PEMJ 375 effective through Winter 2012. 3 sh.
Prerequisites: PEMJ 320 or departmental approval.
EXSC476: Seminar in Exercise Science (3 hours lecture)
This course is specifically designed to allow the Exercise Science major to synthesize information from a series of background topics. Presented in a seminar format, this course will include discussions regarding: the role of the exercise practitioner, critical health issues as they relate to exercise, evaluation of criteria for individual and group exercise programs in a variety of settings, individual factors which influence participation and adherence to exercise programming and professional preparation for employment in health and fitness industry. 3 sh.
Prerequisites: EXSC 300, EXSC 420, EXSC 430 and EXSC 475.
EXSC480: Internship in Exercise Science (8 hours internship)
The internship offers the student an opportunity to work as a trainee with professionals in organizations and/or agencies. Previous course PEMJ 380 effective through Winter 2012. 8 sh.
Prerequisites: EXSC 300 and EXSC 476.
HLTH101: Personal Health Issues (3 hours lecture)
Personal Health Issues examines health through six interrelated dimensions: physical, emotional, intellectual, spiritual, interpersonal and social, and environmental. This course examines how health choices impact society and the health of a community. Additionally, health policies and societal health issues are examined for their impact on the individual. This course emphasizes contemporary health issues using the national initiative Health People 2010 as a framework. Assessing health status, increasing health competencies to enhance decision-making skills, eliciting health-promoting behaviors, and interpreting existing and proposed social actions that ultimately affect individual, family, community and environmental health are central focuses of this course. Meets Gen Ed 2002 - Interdisciplinary Core, Scientific Issues. 3 sh.
HPEM150: Principles and Practice of Emergency Care (3 hours lecture)
Provides for study of emergency care management. Provides knowledge and skills for teaching principles and practices of emergency care in a school or adult fitness setting. 3 sh.
HPEM199: Freshman Seminar in Health and Physical Education (1 hour seminar)
A professional orientation and an introduction to the breadth of the field of health and physical education in schools, industry and community agencies. Special emphasis is given to the program at Montclair State University. Meets Gen Ed 2002 - New Student Seminar. Meets the University Writing Requirement for majors in Physical Education. 1 sh.
HPEM355: Measurement and Evaluation in Health and Physical Education (3 hours lecture)
Tests and measurements specifically concerned with the areas of health and physical education. Tests and measurements as tools for better teaching as well as for research. 3 sh.
Prerequisites: MATH 103 or MATH 104 or MATH 106 or MATH 109.
HPEM356: Management of Health, Physical Education, Athletics and Fitness Programs (3 hours lecture)
Comprehensive information about the management of health and physical education, athletics, and fitness programs. Current trends, practices and support services essential to the development of these programs will be examined. 3 sh.
Prerequisites: Junior standing.
NUFD182: Nutrition (3 hours lecture)
This course is designed to give students a general knowledge of the components of the food we eat, the nutrients necessary for a healthy life, the functions of nutrients and the interrelationships and metabolism of nutrients. The factors which influence the recommended dietary intake of nutrients, and theories and guidelines for screening nutrition risk and disease and prevention are presented. Meets Gen Ed 2002 - Interdisciplinary Core, Scientific Issues. 3 sh.
PEMJ131: Fitness Activities
A comprehensive course to provide the student with knowledge needed for developmental programming of personalized fitness activities utilizing all modes of fitness training. 2 sh.
Prerequisites: Physical Education w/conc: AdultFitnessProgram (PEAF) major or Physical Education (PHED) major or Teaching (TEPE/TEHP) majors or departmental approval.
PEMJ320: Physiology of Exercise (3 hours lecture)
The physiological effects of physical activity upon the human organism. The reaction of exercises of speed, strenght, and endurance upon the muscular and circulo-respiratory systems. 3 sh.
Prerequisites: BIOL 240 and BIOL 241. For ATTR majors only, BIOL 244 and BIOL 245.
PEMJ321: Kinesiology (3 hours lecture)
An overview of the integrated functioning of the skeletal, muscular, and nervous systmes and the biomechanical principles governing efficient movement, in order to effectively analyze the performance of motor skills. 3 sh.
Prerequisites: BIOL 240 and BIOL 241. For Athletic Training (ATTR) majors only, BIOL 244 and BIOL 245.
PEMJ324: Basic Motor Learning (3 hours lecture)
This course provides students with knowledge of the theoretical basis of human learning and performance in motor activity. 3 sh.
Prerequisites: BIOL 240 and BIOL 241. For Athletic Training (ATTR) majors only, BIOL 244 and BIOL 245.
PSYC101: Introduction to Psychology (3 hours lecture)
This course is an introduction to the study of human behavior and surveys major topics within the diverse discipline of psychology. Topics covered will come from each of four core areas offered by the psychology department: Social/Applied (e.g., Social, Industrial-Organizational, Health), Biological Basis of Behavior (e.g., Physiology, Perception, Motivation/Emotion, Comparative Animal Behavior), Cognition (e.g., Learning and Memory, Conditioning and Learning, Cognition, Language) and Personality (e.g., Personality, Abnormal, Development). Meets Gen Ed 2002 - Social Science for non-psychology majors only. 3 sh.
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