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Exercise Science Program of Study

Every effort is made to ensure this information is current, but please be aware that some content may have changed. There is no substitute for developing a careful course registration plan in consultation with your advisor. The class sequence listed is suggested only. The final decision rests with the student and academic advisor.

2023-24 Academic Year

Freshman - 1st semester
ENG 102 Composition Skills (General Studies CAT 1) (3)
PED 105 Anatomy and Physiology I (3)
PED 130 Introduction to Exercise and Allied Health Professions (3)
General Studies CAT 2 (3)
General Studies CAT 4 (3)

Freshman - 2nd semester
MAT 110 Contemporary Applications of Math or MAT 180 Applied Probability and Statistics (General Studies CAT 3) (3)
PED 205 Anatomy and Physiology II (3)
PED 207 Athletic Performance and Nutrition (3)
PGH 200 Intro to Personal, Public, and Global Health (General Studies CAT 9) (3)
General Studies CAT 7 (3)

Sophomore - 1st semester
PED 227 Weight Training (1)
PED 305 Exercise Physiology (3)
General Studies CAT 5 (3)
General Studies CAT 6 (3)
General Studies CAT 8 (3)
Electives (3)

Sophomore - 2nd semester
PED 351 Biomechanics (3)
PED 411 Sport Marketing and Promotion or PED 464 Facility Management in Sport and Wellness (3)
General Studies CAT 10 (3)
Electives (6)

Junior - 1st semester
PED 330 Research and Current Trends in Exercise Science (3)
PED 470 Fitness Evaluation and Assessment (3)
PED 471 Tests and Measurements (3)
Electives (6-9)

Junior - 2nd semester
PED 357 Principles of Strength and Conditioning (3)
PED 472 Advanced Fitness Assessment, Exercise Prescription, and Applied Research (3)
Electives (9-12)

Senior - 1st semester
PED 400 Exercise for Clinical Populations (3)
PED 473 Applications of Physical Fitness and Program Design (3)
Electives (9)

Senior - 2nd semester
PED 493 Fieldwork in Exercise Science (2.5 GPA required) (12)

As the field in exercise science continues to diversify, students are encouraged to compliment this major with numerous electives to enhance their knowledge, skills, and aptitudes. To distinguish your professional potential, consider minors and electives that increase your ability to connect with clients, patients, and communities. These could include courses and minors in the arts, social sciences, communication, languages, business, and technology.