Exercise Science (BS.EXS)

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For further information about this major, contact Dr. Justin Carlstrom, the Exercise Science Coordinator: Justin.Carlstrom@Castleton.edu

Exercise Science is the study of the physiological responses and adaptations to exercise. This program offers specializations in three areas: Strength and Conditioning, Clinical Specialist, and Research. Coursework is designed to aid students in the preparation for graduate school and nationally recognized certifications, including those offered by the American College of Sports Medicine and National Strength and Conditioning Association.

Students who complete a degree program in the Exercise Science will:

Master knowledge and concepts fundamental to the pursuit of their disciplines, including those drawn from other fields of study;
Locate, comprehend, assess, and apply the scholarly work of scientists;
Communicate scientific information both orally and in writing;
Demonstrate the ability to follow laboratory protocols, safety standards, and data collection procedures;
Connect their course content to an internship experience;
Administer tests and interpret results in accordance with the requirements of the American College of Sports Medicine;
Instruct patients, clients, and athletes as to the proper procedures for performing self-administered fitness tests and assessing their readiness for physical activity.

Complete the following courses (56 cr):

complete all of these courses:
CHE 1041 - General Chemistry I 4 cr
CHE 1042 - General Chemistry II 4 cr
AHS 2170 - Strength Training Principles 2 cr
BIO 2011 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I 4 cr
BIO 2012 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II 4 cr
PED 2160 - Emergency Care and Personal Safety 3 cr
AHS 3120 - Kinesiology 3 cr
AHS 3150 - Physiology of Exercise 4 cr
AHS 3820 - Practicum in Exercise Leadership 3 cr
AHS 4152 - Pathophysiology and Clinical Exercise Physiology 3 cr
AHS 4160 - Clinical Exercise Testing and Prescription 4 cr
AHS 4220 - Scientific Foundations of Strength and Conditioning I 3 cr
AHS 4221 - Scientific Foundations of Strength and Conditioning II 3 cr
AHS 4250 - Clinical Electrocardiography 3 cr
AHS 4260 - Nutrient Metabolism and Athletic Performance 3 cr
PED 4910 - Senior Thesis 3 cr
and complete one of these courses:
AHS 4830 - Internship In Exercise Science 1-12 cr (3 cr required)
AHS 4912 - Senior Research In Exercise Science 3 cr

And complete 9 credits of Electives from this list:

AHS 1070 - Basic Athletic Training 3 cr
AHS 3813 - Pharmacology and General Medical Conditions 2 cr
AHS 4170 - Enhancement of Athletic Performance 3 cr
BIO 2010 - Cell and Molecular Biology 4 cr
BIO 2125 - Fundamentals of Microbiology 4 cr
BIO 3070 - Genetics 4 cr
BIO 3240 - Advanced Human Physiology 3 cr
CHE 2111 - Organic Chemistry I 4 cr
CHE 2112 - Organic Chemistry II 4 cr
CHE 3011 - Biochemistry with Discussion 4 cr
MAT 2021 - Statistics I 3 cr
PED 2140 - Fitness Center Management 3 cr
PED 2072 - Advanced Strength and Conditioning 1 cr
PED 4020 - Applied Nutrition and Weight Control 3 cr
PSY 1050 - Human Growth and Development 3 cr
PSY 3130 - Health Psychology 3 cr
PHY 1051 - General Physics I 4 cr
PHY 1052 - General Physics II 4 cr

(Credits required for the major: 65 cr)

And complete the university's Gen Ed requirements

Review the Gen Ed requirements.

Additional Information

Admittance to and retention in the Exercise Science Program is based on the following criteria throughout the student's undergraduate experience:

Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50
Earn a minimum grade of "C" in required AHS prefix courses, BIO 2011, and BIO 2012

Any student failing to meet any of the above requirements will be placed on probation for a maximum period of one year.

Students receiving a grade lower than a "C" in required AHS courses, BIO 2011, and BIO 2012 will not be allowed to sequence into post-requisite course work until the prerequisite deficiency has been rectified. Students failing to rectify deficiencies within the one-year probation period will be removed from the Exercise Physiology major.