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Minor in Exercise Science
This minor is designed for students in majors other than exercise science who are planning careers in the health sciences and clinical fields and who wish to acquire knowledge regarding the mechanical, neurological, and physiological aspects of exercise. Students applying for the minor must have completed at least one semester of full-time study with a minimum GPA of 2.0. A grade of C- or better in required courses is needed for successful completion of the minor.
Required Courses:
| HESC 309 Pre-Clinical Anatomy and Physiology I |
(4) |
| HESC 310 Pre-Clinical Anatomy and Physiology II |
(4) |
| HESC 375 Neuromechanical Basis of Human Motion |
(3) |
| HESC 426 Bimechanics I |
(4) |
| HESC 428 Motor Control and Learning |
(3) |
| HESC 429 Motor Control and Learning Laboratory |
(1) |
| HESC 430 Physiology of Activity |
(3) |
| HESC 431 Physiology of Activity Laboratory |
(3) |
| Total Credits |
23 |
Prerequisite courses:
PREREQ for HESC 310: HESC 309
PREREQ for HESC 426: PHYS 201 or PHYS 207, and HESC 310; COREQ:HESC 375
PREREQ for HESC 428: HESC 310 and HESC 375; COREQ HESC 429
PREREQ for HESC 430: HESC 310 or HESC 220; COREQ HESC 431
Minor in Leisure Service Management
This minor is designed to provide students the knowledge and skills needed for management positions in public, private, commercial, and nonprofit leisure service agencies. Admission to the minor requires a minimum GPA of 2.0 based on at least 12 units of coursework. A grade of C- or better in all required courses is necessary for successful completion of the minor.
Required Courses:
| HESC 210 Emergency Mgmt of Injuries & Illnesses |
(3) |
| HESC 261 Leadership in Leisure and Sport Managment |
(3) |
| HESC 263 Leadership Practicum |
(1-3) |
| HESC 341 Principles of Outdoor Recreation |
(3) |
FREC 201 Records & Accounts or
ACCT 200 Survey of Accounting
|
(3)
(4) |
LEAD 100 Leadership, Integrity, and Change or
BUAD 100 Introduction to Business
|
(3)
(3)
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Minor in Nutrition
This minor is for students interested in the area of nutrition and believes that good nutrition and personal lifestyles are important for the well being of individuals.
Minor in Figure Skating Science
This program is targeted for students who have achieved a high level of proficiency in their own personal skating program and have plans to pursue a career as a figure skating teaching/coaching professional.
Minor in Coaching Science
The minor helps students develop a personal coaching philosophy, an understanding of the body, how the body performs, injury prevention, the teaching of skills and progressions, sport psychology, and a variety of team responsibilities. A practicum/field experience is also required in the student's choice in order to further enhance the development of coaching skills and philosophy.
Minor in Strength and Conditioning
The minor is designed to provide students with in depth understanding of the theory and practical considerations associated with physical training to enhance strength and conditioning. Students successfully completing the minor will be prepared to take the Strength and Conditioning Specialist Certification examination offered by the National Strength and Conditioning Association.
For additional information about specific programs/concentrations, contact:
| Nutrition Majors and Minors |
Sandra Baker (302) 831-0856 |
| Figure Skating Minor |
Dr. Shelley Provost-Craig, (302) 831-6326 |
| Coaching Science Minor |
Mr. John Schuster, (302) 831-3208 |
| Strength & Conditioning Minor |
Mr. Jeffrey Schneider, (302) 831-4107 |
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