2022-2023 Graduate Course Catalog 
    
    May 18, 2024  
2022-2023 Graduate Course Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Exercise Science Courses


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Department of Exercise Science

Courses

Exercise Science

  • EXE 500 - Selected Topics


  • EXE 514 - Exercise and Aging

    Exercise Science
    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    The influence of aging on physical performance and the consequences of exercise on the physiological processes associated with aging.
    PREREQ: EXE 497
  • EXE 515 - Graded Exercise Testing and Interpretation

    Exercise Science
    4 credit(s) Irregularly
    The administration of standardized exercise tests for the evaluation of health and fitness status. Presentation of normal and abnormal physiological responses these tests. Lab includes administration of exercise tests and equipment use.
    PREREQ: EXE 497
  • EXE 516 - Exercise Prescription: Health and Disease

    Exercise Science
    3 credit(s) Irregularly
    Exercise prescription for health and fitness in the apparently healthy and a variety of clinical populations.
    PREREQ: EXE 497
  • EXE 517 - Pathophysiology

    Exercise Science
    3 credit(s) Irregularly
    Physiology of disease processes emphasizing metabolic, cardiovascular, and neuromuscular pathophysiology. Suggested for students pursuing careers in clinical exercise physiology.
    PREREQ: BIO 216 AND BIO 217 AND PPE 497
  • EXE 518 - Cardiac Rehabilitation

    Exercise Science
    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Exercise training and prescription for individuals with cardiovascular disease.
    PREREQ: EXE 497
  • EXE 519 - Metabolic Aspects of Physical Activity

    Exercise Science
    3 credit(s) Irregularly
    Examines metabolic processes that influence or are affected by acute and chronic physical activity. Emphasis on metabolism and human physical performance.
    PREREQ: PPE 497
  • EXE 600 - Selected Topics


  • EXE 606 - Current Literature in Exercise and Sport Science

    Exercise Science
    1-3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Current books, periodicals, and peer-reviewed articles. Literature review, library research, and research proposal preparation.
  • EXE 615 - Worksite Health Promotion

    Exercise Science
    3 credit(s) Irregularly
    Double Numbered with: EXE 415
    Principles and applications of health promotion in the workplace.
  • EXE 636 - Scientific Principles of Conditioning

    Exercise Science
    3 credit(s) Irregularly
    Double Numbered with: EXE 463
    Development of physical conditioning programs based on scientific principles.
  • EXE 675 - Internship Pre-Planning

    Exercise Science
    0 credit(s) Every semester
    Double Numbered with: EXE 375
    Pre-planning for matching and securing an internship. Course facilitates access to the Tevera Internship system via BlackBoard.
    Repeatable 4 time(s)
  • EXE 686 - Systemic Physiology and Exercise

    Exercise Science
    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Immediate and chronic effects of exercise on the cardiovascular, respiratory, excretory, endocrine, and nervous systems. Laboratory experiences.
  • EXE 693 - Research Methods in Exercise and Sport Science

    Exercise Science
    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Quantitative research designs and analyses in exercise and sport sciences. Written and oral research report preparation and presentation.
    PREREQ: EXE 606 AND EDU 647
  • EXE 700 - Selected Topics


  • EXE 753 - Cardiovascular Physiology

    Exercise Science
    3 credit(s) Irregularly
    The principles of cardiac function, blood flow, oxygen transport, and metabolism with emphasis given to the adaptations to acute and chronic exercise training.
    PREREQ: EXE 686
  • EXE 764 - Internship in Exercise Science

    Exercise Science
    3-6 credit(s) Every semester
    Full-time experience in exercise science under the guidance of a professional and a faculty member.
    Repeatable 2 time(s), 6 credits maximum
  • EXE 773 - Exercise Endocrinology

    Exercise Science
    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Integrates endocrine physiology and exercise on the endocrine system. Focus on the glands producing hormones, the target organs, mechanisms, and how both acute and chronic exercise impact hormone action.
    PREREQ: EXE 686
  • EXE 785 - Energy, Metabolism and Exercise

    Exercise Science
    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Probable causes for differences in muscle-fiber types in relationship to exercise. Total body metabolism during exercise.
  • EXE 795 - Skeletal Muscle Physiology

    Exercise Science
    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Emphasizing basic muscle microanatomy and physiology and advanced applied muscle physiology topics.
    PREREQ: EXE 686
  • EXE 997 - Master’s Thesis


  • EXE 999 - Dissertation

    Exercise Science
    0 credit(s) Every semester