Bachelor of Science in Health and Sport Studies

Exercise Science

Effective January, 2002

Description of Program

     The Exercise Science major is designed to give breadth and depth of knowledge in the physiological and behavioral factors that effect health and performance. Coursework emphasizes health and performance benefits and consequences of regular physical activity on physiological, psychological, cellular, and motor integrity. Students in this major have a strong interest in chemistry, physics, physiology, and anatomy, for these subjects are foundational in the scientific analysis of exercise and sport performance.

     The program prepares students for careers in the health and fitness industry, health promotion, rehabilitation, research and development, and clinical aspects of the allied health field. This major is also appropriate for students interested in preparing for professional programs in physical or occupational therapy, medicine, physician assistant, or chiropractic.

Program Requirements

1. Miami Plan for Liberal Education Courses (48 hours)

Courses required in the Miami Plan for Liberal Education provide a broadened context for exploring personal and career choices and complement more specialized major studies. All students must complete the requirements of the Miami Plan including (A) Foundation courses (MPF), (B) Thematic Sequence (MPT), and (C) a Capstone experience (MPC). All students must also take at least one Foundation course that presents a historical perspective (H) and at least one Foundation course that presents a perspective different from the dominant cultural heritage of the United States (ND). The same course may meet the H and ND requirements.

Foundation Course Requirements:

I. English Composition (6 hours)
II. Fine Arts, Humanities (9 hours)
     A. Fine Arts (3 hours minimum)
     B. Humanities (6 hours minimum)
III. Social Science, World Cultures (9 hours)
     A. Social Science (3 hours minimum)
     B. World Cultures (3 hours minimum)
IV. Natural Science (9 hours, must include one laboratory course)
     A. Biological Science (3 hours minimum)
     B. Physical Science (3 hours minimum)
V. Mathematics, Formal Reasoning, Technology (3 hours)

Thematic Sequence (9 hours minimum)

Capstone Experience (3 hours minimum)

2. Department of Kinesiology and Health Undergraduate Core Curriculum Courses (19-20 hours)

KNH 102 Fundamentals of Nutrition (3)

KNH 184 Motor Skill Learning and Performance (3)

KNH 184.L Motor Skill Learning and Performance Laboratory (1)

KNH 202 Knowledge Development in Health and Physical Culture (3)

KNH 276 The Meaning of Leisure (3) (MPF IIIA, H, ND)

OR

KNH 274 Critical Perspectives on the Body (3)

KNH 188 Exercise and Health (3) (MPF IIIA) AND

KNH 188.L Exercise and Health Laboratory (1) (MPF IIIA)

OR

KNH 242 Personal Health (3) (MPF IIIA)

OR

KNH 245 Personal Health and Pedagogy for Early Childhood Teachers (3)

KNH 402 Critical Reflection on Practices in Health & Physical Culture (3) (MPC)

3. Exercise Science Major Courses (52 hours)

PSY 111 Introduction to Psychology (4) (MPF IIIA)

CHM 141/144 College Chemistry and Laboratory (5) (MPF IVB)

CHM 142/145 College Chemistry and Laboratory (5) (MPT CHM 2)

CHM 231 Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry (4) (MPT CHM 2)

ZOO 161 Human Physiology (4) (MPF IVA)

PHY 171/183 College Physics and Laboratory (4)

KNH 188 Exercise and Health (MPF IIIA) (3)

KNH 188.L Exercise and Health Laboratory (MPF IIIA) (1)

KNH 194 Standard First Aid/CPR (2)

KNH 194.L Standard First Aid/CPR Laboratory (1)

KNH 244 Functional Anatomy (4)

KNH 375 Psychological Perspectives in Sport and Exercise (3)

KNH 381 Biodynamics of Human Performance (3)

KNH 381.L Biodynamics of Human Performance Laboratory (1)

KNH 468 Physiology and Biophysics of Human Activity (3)

KNH 468.L Physiology and Biophysics of Human Activity (1)

KNH 483 Fitness Assessment and Exercise Prescription (4)

 4. Program Electives

Because several Miami Plan courses are included in the KNH core and Exercise Science major, students can fulfill all Exercise Science program requirements in 96 hours, allowing an additional 32 hours of elective courses.