I. General Information

1. Course Title:
Introduction to Exercise Science

2. Course Prefix & Number:
PHED 1528

3. Course Credits and Contact Hours:

Credits: 3

Lecture Hours: 3

Lab Hours: 0

4. Course Description:

This course is designed to take a broad-based look at the field of exercise science. This course will explore the historical and philosophical foundations of physical education, and the exercise science field. Students will investigate careers in the field of study and related certifications within the field. The purpose of this course is to acquaint students with prospective career paths within the exercise science field and introduce them to professional organizations that provide certification and career enrichment opportunities.

5. Placement Tests Required:

Accuplacer (specify test):

Reading College Level CLC or Reading College Level

Score:

6. Prerequisite Courses:

There are no prerequisites for this course.

9. Co-requisite Courses:

There are no corequisites for this course.

II. Transfer and Articulation

1. Course Equivalency - similar course from other regional institutions:

North Hennepin Community College, EXCS 1500 Foundations of Excercise Science, 3 credits
Normandale Community College, EXSC 2300 Introduction to Excercise Science, 3 credits

III. Course Purpose

1. Program-Applicable Courses – This course is required for the following program(s):

Exercise Science Transfer Pathway

IV. Learning Outcomes

1. College-Wide Outcomes

College-Wide Outcomes/Competencies	Students will be able to:
Demonstrate oral communication skills	List career opportunities within the field.
Utilize appropriate technology	Demonstrate technology used in field.
Work as a team member to achieve shared goals	Research and present the benefits of professional organizations within the field.

2. Course Specific Outcomes - Students will be able to achieve the following measurable goals upon completion of the course:

• Discuss the historical and philosophical foundations of the exercise science field;

• Discuss various career opportunities within the field of Exercise Science;

• Differentiate the various professional organizations and certifying agencies within the field;

• Identify professional expectations of employment within the field of exercise science;

• Discuss history of human movement;

• Explain human motor performance;

• Identify pre-professional activities within the field;

• Explain types of muscle functions; and

• Explain how exercise science relates to sports psychology.

V. Topical Outline

Listed below are major areas of content typically covered in this course.

1. Lecture Sessions

1. Overview

• Key terms and definitions

• Exercise physiology

• Research in field of exercise science

• Physical activity assessments

2. Career Exploration in Exercise Science

• Medicine

• Physical therapy

• Corporate strength and fitness

• Athletic training

• Ergonomics

3. Professional Associations

• ACSM (American College of Sport Medicine)

• NSCA (National Strength and Conditioning Association)

• ACE (American College of Exercise)

4. Certifications in the Field of Exercise Science

• Professional qualifications and licensing

• American Dietician Association

• Commission for Accreditation of Athletic Training Education

• Commission for Accreditation of Physical Therapy Education

5. Government Agencies related to Exercise Science

• CDC

• DHHS

• NIH

6. Human Movement and Muscle Function

• Kinesiology

• Types of muscles

• Metabolic syndrome

• Immune system

• Cardiovascular/Respiratory/Pulmonary Systems

• Sources of energy

• Motor control/behavior

7. Nutrition

• Nutritional intake for performance

• Supplementing carbohydrates for performance

• Vitamins (B1, Biotin, C)

8. Exercise Psychology

• Exercise psychology

• Rehabilitation psychology

• Sports psychology

• Model and theories of exercise behavior

• Lifespan