Academic Catalog 2018-2019

ESS 2603 Foundations of Exercise and Sport Science This course investigates the scientific underpinnings of Exercise and Sports Science as well as various careers available to Exercise and Sport Science students. (Fall) ESS 3003 PE for the Young Child Emphasis is given to the growth, development, and characteristics of children as they relate to physical activity. The course includes an in-depth study of fundamental movements, developmental skill levels, and movement education for the young child. (On Demand) ESS 3013 Coaching Principles The student will engage in class instruction, research and analysis of specific topics with a view to providing a more in-depth knowledge and understanding of such areas of concern. (On Demand) ESS 3023 Assessment of Athletic Injuries Students will explore the role of the athletic trainer and coaches in the prevention, recogni- tion, and treatment of injuries to athletes. The course will emphasize the immediate care of serious and life threatening injuries and illnesses and recognition, immediate treatment, secondary treatment, and rehabilitation of common athletic injuries. Students will learn various basic techniques of taping, wrapping, bracing, and pad construction, and the use of selected basic treatment modalities. This course will give students a comprehensive foun- dation and introduction into the basics of athletic training, principles of first aid, safety, and CPR. Prerequisite: ESS 3343/3341. ESS 3053 Administration of Sports and Recreation This course examines organizational and administrative patterns for conducting a recre- ation program in a variety of settings. Prerequisite: JR/SR Standing. (Spring) ESS 3061 Exercise Testing and Prescription Lab This lab covers clinical exercise physiology topics needed to understand and apply the foundational principles for fitness testing in special populations. Prerequisite: ESS 3303, 3301, 3343, 3341. Must be taken concurrently with ESS 3063. ESS 3063 Exercise Testing and Prescription This course covers exercise physiology and related topics in exercise science needed to understand and apply the foundational principles for fitness testing and exercise program- ming. In addition, human behaviors related to exercise adherence and proper nutrition are explored. Finally, this course investigates important aspects of program administration as- sociated with personal training. Prerequisite: ESS 3303, 3301, 3343, 3341. Must be taken concurrently with ESS 3061. (Fall) ESS 3103 Individual and Dual Sports This course assists the student in developing competency in a variety of individual and lifetime sports. It includes organization and administration of individual and dual sports programs. Prerequisite: JR Standing. (On Demand) ESS 3153 Team Sports This course assists the student in developing competency in a variety of team sports. Stu- dents will be tested as to their skill level in a variety of team sports. The course seeks to improve the student’s proficiency in these team sports. Prerequisite: JR Standing. (On Demand)

176