Exercise Science Major (M)
Concordia University Wisconsin’s Exercise Science Program prepares students to be leaders in the fitness, performance, health, and rehabilitation fields through a broad curriculum and applied research.
The Exercise Science Program consists of several overlapping disciplines that provide an understanding of anatomy and physiology, the impact of exercise on the body, and application of this knowledge to improve human performance and impact health in a variety of populations. Faculty combine classroom and laboratory instruction with the latest research to provide quality educational experiences. Students graduating with a degree in exercise science are prepared for careers in health and fitness industries, strength and conditioning organizations, clinical exercise physiology settings, or entry into graduate-level health professions programs such as physical therapy, occupational therapy, or the exercise sciences. Opportunities are available to participate in exercise science research projects and/or pursue internships to gain practical experiences in a preferred vocation.
Program Learning Outcomes
Students will:
- Students will apply Lutheran Christian values, vocation, and principles of ethical practice.
- Students will apply Lutheran Christian values, vocation, and principles of ethical practice.
- Students will apply anatomy, physiology, and kinesiology knowledge when working with individuals in healthy, athletic, and clinical populations.
- Students will appropriately conduct fitness and movement assessments to determine personalized exercise prescriptions for diverse populations.
- Students will analyze psychosocial factors related to exercise, fitness, and performance.
- Students will communicate effectively using a variety of strategies.
- Students will evaluate scientific literature and apply evidence-based practices in exercise science research.
Curriculum
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Core Requirements | 45 | |
| Major Requirements | 43 | |
| Electives | 32 | |
Minor: Optional | ||
| Total Hours | 120 | |
Major Requirements
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required Core Courses | ||
| Human Anatomy and Physiology I (Natural World) | ||
| Advanced Weight Training | ||
| Statistics I (Natural World) | ||
| General Psychology (Human Beings and Being Human) | ||
| Required Major Courses | ||
| BIO 1802 | Human Anatomy and Physiology II | 4 |
| EXS 2225 | Introduction to Exercise Science | 1 |
| EXS 2275 | Administration of Exercise Science Programs | 3 |
| EXS 2280 | Psychology of Sport | 3 |
| EXS 3342 | Nutrition for Wellness and Performance | 3 |
| EXS 3373 | Motor Development | 3 |
| EXS 3375 | Biomechanics | 3 |
| EXS 3442 | Exercise Testing and Prescription | 4 |
| EXS 3470 | Exercise Physiology | 4 |
| EXS 3471 | Advanced Exercise Physiology | 4 |
| EXS 4475 | Research in Exercise Science | 2 |
| EXS 4480 | Strength and Conditioning Program Design | 3 |
| EXS 4494 | Exercise and Chronic Disease | 3 |
| EXS 4995 | Senior Seminar in Exercise Science | 3-6 |
| or EXS 4960 | Internship | |
| Recommended Electives | ||
| Healthy Lifestyles | ||
| School and Community Health | ||
| General Biology I | ||
| General Biology II | ||
| Human Physiology | ||
| Elements of General and Biological Chemistry | ||
| General Chemistry I 1 | ||
| General Chemistry II 1 | ||
| General Physics I 1 | ||
| General Physics II 1 | ||
| Life Span Development | ||
| Abnormal Psychology | ||
| Advanced Anatomy | ||
| Total Hours | 43-46 | |
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Although CHEM 1414 General Chemistry I/CHEM 1424 General Chemistry II, and PHYS 1514 General Physics I/PHYS 1524 General Physics II are recommended for all Exercise Science majors, only Pre Physical Therapy are required to take them for admittance into a Physical Therapy program. Students should check with their advisor for further information on options within the Exercise Science curriculum.
Plan
| Semester 1 | Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| HHP 1100 | Stewardship of the Body | 1 |
| CCE 1010 | Christian Citizen | 3 |
| PSY 1010 | General Psychology | 3 |
| BIO 1801 | Human Anatomy and Physiology I | 4 |
| EXS 2225 | Introduction to Exercise Science | 1 |
| ENG 1040 | Introduction to Writing | 3 |
| Hours | 15 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| CCE 1030 | Western Thought & Worldview | 3 |
| MATH 2050 | Statistics I | 3 |
| COMMUNICATION & LANGUAGE | 3 | |
| BIO 1802 | Human Anatomy and Physiology II | 4 |
| HHP 1530 | Advanced Weight Training | 2 |
| Hours | 15 | |
| Semester 3 | ||
| EXS 3373 | Motor Development | 3 |
| REL 1000 | The Bible | 3 |
| CCE 1040 | Science & Humanity | 3 |
| CCE 1020 | Western Culture & Worldview | 3 |
| ELECTIVE/MINOR | 3 | |
| Hours | 15 | |
| Semester 4 | ||
| EXS 2275 | Administration of Exercise Science Programs | 3 |
| EXS 2280 | Psychology of Sport | 3 |
| REL 1100 | Christian Faith | 3 |
| EXS 3375 | Biomechanics | 3 |
| ELECTIVE/MINOR | 3 | |
| Hours | 15 | |
| Semester 5 | ||
| EXS 3442 | Exercise Testing and Prescription | 4 |
| EXS 3470 | Exercise Physiology | 4 |
| HUMAN CREATIVITY & EXPRESSION | 3 | |
| ELECTIVE/MINOR | 3 | |
| ELECTIVE/MINOR | 1 | |
| Hours | 15 | |
| Semester 6 | ||
| EXS 3471 | Advanced Exercise Physiology | 4 |
| EXS 4494 | Exercise and Chronic Disease | 3 |
| EXS 3342 | Nutrition for Wellness and Performance | 3 |
| ELECTIVE/MINOR | 3 | |
| ELECTIVE/MINOR | 3 | |
| Hours | 16 | |
| Semester 7 | ||
| SOCIETY & CULTURE | 3 | |
| EXS 4475 | Research in Exercise Science | 2 |
| EXS 4480 | Strength and Conditioning Program Design | 3 |
| ELECTIVE/MINOR | 3 | |
| ELECTIVE/MINOR | 3 | |
| Hours | 14 | |
| Semester 8 | ||
| EXS 4995 or EXS 4960 |
Senior Seminar in Exercise Science or Internship |
3 |
| FAITH & LIFE | 3 | |
| ELECTIVE/MINOR | 3 | |
| ELECTIVE/MINOR | 3 | |
| ELECTIVE/MINOR | 3 | |
| Hours | 15 | |
| Total Hours | 120 | |
Course options and schedule are subject to change.