Interdisciplinary Studies Bachelor of Science degree - Exercise Science
Department of Sport Management and Exercise Science
Office: 112 Dods Hall
(716) 673-4959
Todd Backes, Coordinator
Email: sport-exercise.studies@fredonia.edu
Website: http://www.fredonia.edu/department/sportmanagement/
The Interdisciplinary Studies - Exercise Science major, which concentrates on Human Performance, offers a curriculum for students pursuing careers in profit and nonprofit fitness and health promotion industries, Physical Therapy, Physicians Assistant, and Athletic Training programs. This major follows the protocols established by the National Association for Sport and Physical Education (NASPE) (Exercise Science Track). The Sport and Exercise Psychology Track follows the protocols established by the Association for Applied Sport Psychology (AASP).
This Interdisciplinary Studies major is housed within the Department of Sport Management & Exercise Science.
Exercise Science Track (57 credit hours)
The Applied Exercise Council of (NASPE) established the following national program guidelines for an undergraduate degree in Exercise Science. Foundation Science Core: anatomy, physiology, prevention and care of injuries, biomechanics, first aid, CPR and emergency procedures for exercise settings. Exercise Prescription for Normal and Special Populations: exercise testing, exercise class leadership, and exercise and aging. Specific knowledge relating to physiological testing and program leadership. Exercise prescription: interpreting exercise testing results, safety issues; individualized fitness prescriptions and re-evaluation of fitness programs; understanding precautions and modifications of exercise programs such as altitude, temperatures, environmental pollution, type; intensity, frequency, progression of an exercise program, and fitness for special populations. Exercise and Aging: knowledge of aging process. Health Promotion: competency in nutrition, weight control, stress management, goal setting, substance abuse. Administrative Tasks: knowledge of the organization and management of a fitness program such as facility scheduling, management, equipment purchasing, marketing and legal liability. Human Relations: written communications skills including writing business letters, reports and business proposals, speaking, motivating, program adherence and retention. Professional Development: knowledge of organizations, publications, programs, professionals and career planning.
Practical Experience: practical experience includes observation and an internship.
Exercise Science Track
Core courses:
CHEM 115/ 125 |
General Chemistry I & Lab |
CHEM 116/ 126 |
General Chemistry II & Lab |
BIOL 133/ 134 |
Principles of Biology II & Lab |
STAT 200 |
Statistical Methods I |
SPMG 218 |
Technology in Sport |
PSY 237 |
Sport Psychology |
BIOL 245 |
Human Anatomy & Physiology I |
BIOL 246 |
Human Anatomy & Physiology II |
EXSC 301 |
Kinesiology |
EXSC 302 |
Exercise Prescription |
HLTH 303 |
Fitness and Nutrition |
EXSC 304 |
Exercise Nutrition |
EXSC 305 |
Biomechanics |
EXSC 306 |
Biomechanics Lab |
HLTH 315 |
Prevention & Care of Athletic Injuries |
EXSC 410 |
Advanced Exercise Physiology I |
EXSC 420 |
Advanced Exercise Physiology II |
Choose Capstone courses from the following:
SPMG 400 |
Internship |
or |
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SPMG 499 |
Independent Study |
Pre-Requisite Courses
HLTH 115 |
First Aid Skills and Techniques |
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CSIT 120 |
Computer Science Overview |
or |
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CSIT 121 |
Computer Science I |
Elective Courses: recommended as free electives beyond the major requirements.
PHED 101 |
Aqua-Aerobics |
PHED 124 |
Basic Aerobics |
PHED 125 |
Step Aerobics |
PHED 139 |
Weight Training |
SPMG 211 |
Facility Management |
PHED 321 |
Coaching Techniques |
PHED 390 |
Special Topics in Exercise Science |
PHED 401 |
Senior Seminar in Exercise Science |
PHED 499 |
Independent Study |
PHIL 211 |
Philosophy of Sport |
PSY 247 |
Health Psychology |
PSY 447 |
Introduction to Counseling |
PSY 351 |
Physiological Psychology |
SOC 335 |
Sociology of Sport |
Internship/Independent Study
An internship and/or independent study will be offered as part of the Exercise Science Track. Students will be placed in appropriate settings in which they can develop personal skills and an understanding of sport science. Students must meet all transportation and living expenses while involved in the intern experience.
