EXSS Exercise & Sport Science

May be repeated for credit. Fee.

The purpose of this course is to expose students in the Strength and Conditioning Education Program (SCEP) to the field of strength and conditioning in a strength and conditioning setting. Students are required to accumulate 25 hours of in-person observation under a National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS).

This course provides field based leadership opportunities that are specific to each major field of study in Exercise & Sport Science. The instructor will assign supervised professional experience in selected venues under qualified personnel. Fee.

This course provides students an overview of various careers in the health sciences including the aptitudes, abilities and educational pathways required for each. A basic overview of the U.S. health care system and current issues affecting the delivery of health care will also be provided. Throughout the course, interprofessional practice, communication, and ethics in health care will be explored.

This course is an in-depth professional orientation into the field of teaching physical education. It will provide the prospective teacher with a general concept of the history, philosophy, current practices, teacher qualifications and opportunities in the field of physical education.

An exploratory course which introduces the student to areas of study within Exercise and Sport science. The course surveys foundational components of exercise and sport through the perspectives of experience, research, and professional practice.

This course provides the basic principles of human anatomy. Students will learn human anatomy as it related to function through the study of photographs, models, drawings, and their own bodies. Concentration will be on skeletal, muscular, nervous, cardiovascular, as well as other basic organ systems as they relate to Exercise and Sport Sciences (EXSS) and allied health. * This course will not satisfy the UMHB core requirement for Laboratory Science.

This course is designed to introduce students interested in coaching athletics to prevention and care of injuries and conditions related to athletic participation. Emergency management, injury signs and symptoms, basic injury care, rehabilitation and taping and wrapping techniques are also covered.

A study of factors that contribute to personal health, including nutrition, diet, weight control, emotional health, stress, proper use of drugs, and medical and dental services.

This course will address the role of nutrition throughout the lifespan and across world cultures. Topics will include the issues of culture in food choices, energy balance, and their relationship to overall health and the worldwide obesity epidemic. This course is an introduction to nutrition, including nutritive and cultural value of foods, factors influencing nutritional requirements, and promoting health and preventing nutritionally related diseases.

This course emphasizes medical terminology used in healthcare related professions. This course will go through a full understanding of medical terminology, from word origins to their application in areas such as pathological conditions, major bodily systems, disorders, treatments, medications and more.

This course emphasizes Safety, CPR, and First Aid for the allied healthcare professional in the Community, School, and Athletic healthcare settings.

An introduction to the basic concepts, career preparation skills and professional opportunities available in sport management.

A capstone fitness course designed for Exercise & Sport Science majors with an in-depth understanding of the concepts of cardiovascular fitness, including cardiovascular endurance, muscular endurance, body composition, and stress. The nucleus of this course focuses on cardiovascular/aerobic conditioning. A variety of cardiovascular workouts in an applied setting are incorporated to enhance an optimal fitness level for the exercise and sport science major. VO2max testing is required.

Principles of program design, supervision, musculoskeletal risk factor identification, and methods of resistance training and assessment are emphasized in laboratory demonstrations. The course emphasizes a theoretical understanding of program design. (EXSS Majors only) Lab fee. Prerequisite: EXSS 3390.

This course provides field based leadership opportunities that are specific to each major field of study in Exercise and Sport Science. The instructor will assign supervised professional experience in selected venues under qualified personnel. Fee. Prerequisite

Students must be a Health Sciences major in good academic standing. The clinical program provides the Health Sciences student with opportunity to observe physical therapy or occupational therapy setting to learn about the field of study, the events that occur in a clinical setting, and to develop professional contacts specific to the profession. Students are required to fulfill 50 hours of observation under a licensed physical therapist or occupational therapist for search section of 3170, 4170 and 4171 by the summer before their senior year for a total of 150 hours minimum. The clinical hours will be completed under the supervision of the supervising therapist at the clinical site and a faculty member from the EXSS Department.

This course will provide students with learning experiences in teaching motor skills, and activities in a variety of individual and team sports, Students will also gain greater knowledge of the activity or sport, and an appreciation for the basic skills needed for successful participation.

An investigation of public relations and communication practices in sport including reputation management, media relations, crisis communications, community relations, and fostering relationships with key publics. Emphasis placed upon interpersonal, small group, and mass communication, electronic media applications, public speaking, and written communications in the sport industry.

The purpose of this course is to instruct students in the methodology behind the technical (motor skill) and tactical (strategic) aspects of team and individual sports. Students will learn different approaches to methodology as well as how to effectively design practice, in-season, off-season plans, and game plans. Player and team skill analysis and feedback will be highlighted.

This course explores the emerging use of technology in sport management, specifically the evolution and role of new media. Students will gain knowledge and an understanding of new media through the use of various digital platforms utilized throughout the sport industry.

This course introduces students to the aspects of personal fitness training.  Topics will include exercise prescriptions, training systems, equipment, safety, risk management, marketing, and program development.  Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate personal training techniques and competencies.

This course will address the associated factors leading to weight gain, increased body fat, and obesity.  Additionally, attention will be given to the various strategies and techniques supported in the scientific literature that have been shown to assist in decreasing overall body weight, decreasing levels of adiposity, and improving lean muscle mass.  More specifically, various dietary/nutritional approaches, strategies, and exercise interventions will be discussed.  Long-term weight maintenance following weight loss will also be addressed in this course.

This course is an introduction to the effects of nutrition on various parameters of exercise performance. Emphasis will be given to whole food nutritional strategies and ergogenic aids that impact energy production, exercise performance, recovery from exercise, body composition, and overall health.

A study in the basic principles of pharmacology to include, administration, absorption, metabolism, excretion and pharmacokinetics. Other topics included will be prescriptions, tolerance, side-effects, interactions, polypharmacy, body responses and abuse. Prerequisite: BIOL 2340/BIOL2140.

A study of the responsibilities of facility managers including event planning, security, administration, sales/marketing, finance/budgeting, human resources, legal issues, risk management, operations/maintenance, systems planning, site selection/design, and construction issues. Students are exposed to practical procedures involving applied theory to actual practice in solving facility management dilemmas. Prerequisite: Junior standing.

A study of sport function from an economic, political, sociological, and educational perspective. Includes examination of social influences regarding mass media, race, gender, and group behavior in relation to sport as a microcosm of society. Prerequisite: Junior standing.

An investigation of the various agencies governing sport. Includes an examination of the agencies, their authority, organizational structure, and their function.

A focus on applying the fundamental concepts of marketing, including product, price, public relations, promotions, sales, and advertising in relation to the sport industry. Prerequisite: Junior standing.

An examination of core economic concepts and applications within the sport industry including industrial organization, public finance, labor relations, non-profit entities, and economic theory applied to sport manufacturing and service industries, professional and intercollegiate sports, and stadiums/arenas applications. Economic principles studied include micro/macro perspectives, economic growth, economic impact, and competitive strategy.

This course is designed to prepare students to conduct effective research to address problems facing managers in the contemporary sport industry. Students will be provided with the appropriate skills and perspectives relating to research designs, implementation, analysis, and assessment criteria unique to sport management. Contemporary and innovative research methods will be examined in an attempt to address the current internet and technologically driven sport industry.

This course is an examination of sport business in a global society. It promotes awareness of the magnitude of the global expansion and development of sport. Emphasis is placed on the business opportunities created internationally through contrasting the U.S. sport industry with foreign markets. Issues covered include globalization, importing and exporting, cultural implications, international sporting events, international sport marketing, and cultural case studies.

This course examines psychological theories and research related to exercise behavior. The course introduces the student to the field of psychology by providing a broad overview of the major topics in the field.

This course examines psychological theories and research related to sport behavior. The course introduces the student to the field of sport psychology by providing a broad overview of the major topics in the field.

This course is a comprehensive introduction to the sports coaching profession. The primary goal of the course is to develop and enhance students’ knowledge and understanding of modern concepts and techniques of sports coaching and their application. This class emphasizes positive coaching to build character and self-esteem through sports.

Application of the basic mechanics of human motion in the movement sciences. Includes a study of gross anatomy with application of the anatomical and mechanical principles involved in human movement.

This course is a study of physiology as relates to the acute and chronic effects of exercise.  Areas of focus include bioenergetics, exercise metabolism, and temperature regulation.  Skeletal muscle physiology and the physiology of the nervous, cardiovascular, and pulmonary systems and their responses and adaptations to exercise are emphasized. Prerequisite: BIOL2340/2140

A continuation of study in physiology related to exercise and the bodily systems.  Emphasis will be placed exercise endocrinology, exercise and the threat of acid-base balance disturbance, applied physiology related to elite sport performance, special populations, environment physiology, and an increased emphasis on the laboratory components related exercise physiology. Prerequisite: EXSS 3395

Required of all Health Science majors. This course will assess the application process and acceptance rates into professional schools for all Health Science majors during their senior year.

This capstone professional preparation course guides that students in their respective allied health graduate school application process. This writing emphasis course helps direct the students in the production of all required documents related to the application process including: resume preparation, cover letters, personal essays, and letters of application/interest. Other emphasis includes etiquette of letter of recommendations, exercising interview skills, and continues education on the application process including an overview of centralized application services. Additionally, the course provides interaction with professionals in both clinical and academic backgrounds to best prepare them for a successful application process into their respective graduate programs. Prerequisite: Junior standing.

The Senior Seminar course is designed to prepare those students seeking teacher certification in All-Level Physical Education, to successfully complete the physical education content  exam. Emphasis will be given to testing strategies, study material and practice questions. A passing score on the practice examination administered at the end of the course will be required for clearance to take the Texas Physical Education certification exam. Prerequisite: EXSS 3107 and Junior standing.

This course is designed to prepare students to sit in on the ACSM Exercise Physiologist Certification Exam. An emphasis will be placed on the four tested domains. Topics such as health and fitness assessment, exercise prescription implementation (general and special population), exercise counseling, behavior modification and responsibilities of an exercise physiologist will be covered.  Lab Fee Required.

Prerequisites: Senior level status

This course will examine the technique and skills related to performing the primary Olympic lifts. The snatch, the clean, and jerk. The focus of the course will be to improving hands-on coaching skill of a future strength and condition specialist. Identification of cues and the movement pattern concerns will be included to ensure these moves are performed safely and powerfully.

Students must be a Health Sciences major in good academic standing. The clinical program provides the Health Sciences student with opportunity to observe physical therapy or occupational therapy setting to learn about the field of study, the events that occur in a clinical setting, and to develop professional contacts specific to the profession. Students are required to fulfill 50 hours of observation under a licensed physical therapist or occupational therapist for search section of 3170, 4170 and 4171 by the summer before their senior year for a total of 150 hours minimum. The clinical hours will be completed under the supervision of the supervising therapist at the clinical site and a faculty member from the EXSS Department.

Students must be a Health Sciences major in good academic standing. The clinical program provides the Health Sciences student with opportunity to observe physical therapy or occupational therapy setting to learn about the field of study, the events that occur in a clinical setting, and to develop professional contacts specific to the profession. Students are required to fulfill 50 hours of observation under a licensed physical therapist or occupational therapist for search section of 3170, 4170 and 4171 by the summer before their senior year for a total of 150 hours minimum. The clinical hours will be completed under the supervision of the supervising therapist at the clinical site and a faculty member from the EXSS Department.

The course will provide the students a thorough understanding of the components of the electrocardiogram (ECG) waveform, recognition and interpretation of cardiac rhythms, and diagnosing abnormal conditions such as ischemia using ECG patterns that are most seen in clinical settings both at rest and during exercise.

This course is designed to provide students the opportunity to apply the principles and practices of coaching in a junior high or high school environment. The student will be allowed to actively participate in practical coaching experiences under the guidance and supervision of a qualified coach. Through this experience, the student is provided with the opportunity to engage in the various dimensions of coaching to demonstrate their coaching abilities in a practical setting.

The CSCS Seminar course is designed to prepare those students seeking certification as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS). Emphasis will be placed on a review of the exam content, structure of the exam, and include a guided review of exam specific content. Additionally, professional practices related to the field of strength and conditioning will be discussed. Prerequisite: Junior standing.

The purpose of this course is to provide prospective physical education teachers insight into the overall physical education program for children and adolescents in grades K-12. Emphasis is placed on program development, curriculum planning, and instructional methods and strategies needed to conduct a quality physical education program.

This course provides the student with a comprehensive overview of ergogenic aids in the world of sport. Concentration will be on ergogenic aids related to nutritional interventions, dietary supplements, and mechanical aids, and their proposed effects on performance (strength, endurance, power), body composition, and anything that theoretically improves an individual’s capacity to do work. Prerequisite: Junior standing.

This course is focused on the manipulation of various training variables that elicit adaptations in strength and conditioning. This will include in-depth study of program design, periodization models, and other considerations for developing endurance, power, strength, agility and speed in athletic populations. Prerequisite: Junior standing.

This course is an examination of the process of developing an effective group fitness environment with programming attention to safety, optimal coaching & teaching, training principles, and correction/progression techniques. An applied emphasis on tailoring programs to achieve desirable, long-term results associated with a physically active, healthy lifestyle. Students will be encouraged to obtain a Group Fitness Certification.

This course examines the role of the entrepreneur and the decision making process associated with a start-up enterprise relating to the fitness, wellness and sport industries. Students will develop a business plan for a sport, fitness, recreation or wellness related organization that will include an emphasis on marketing, financing options, and sources of funding. Students will understand the entrepreneurial process and the skill sets required of entrepreneurs

This course is a study of the components of designing, implementing, and evaluating a worksite wellness program while investigating the methodology of behavioral change. The course is an examination of the role of worksite health promotion on disease prevention while addressing physical activity, nutrition, and preventive care with an emphasis on program development, effective management, and the related health and economic benefits associated with wellness in the workplace. Examples provided of methods for engaging and motivating employees to become active in their health and take responsibility for their well-being.

This course is the study of the basic principles of mechanics and human motion to provide students with an understanding of the internal and external forces that act on the body during movement. The role of muscle in generating force and controlling movement in the human body will be emphasized. Prerequisite: Junior standing.

This course will provide pre-service students insight into the overall physical education program for children in grades K-5. Emphasis is placed on program development, curriculum planning, and instructional methods and strategies that are intended to provide an understanding of the fundamental motor skill approach to children's physical education. Students are provided with both observation and peer teaching experiences.

This course will provide prospective physical education teachers insight into the overall physical education program for children in grades 6-12. Emphasis is placed on program development, curriculum planning, and instructional methods and strategies at the secondary level. Students are provided with both observation and peer teaching experiences. 

This course presents leadership and management theories and concepts with opportunities to enhance personal skill development through self-assessment exercises. It provides students with contemporary perspectives on ethics, coaching, organizational culture, networking, learning organizations, strategic and crisis leadership in Health Sciences. Prerequisite: Junior standing.

Study of current principles and procedures essential to strength and condition (S&C) practices. Emphasis placed on an introduction to all areas of performance and sport specific testing procedures related to performance variables such as speed, agility, power, endurance and strength. Proper procedures and policies related to facility set-up and management in a S&C setting will be emphasized. Prerequisite: Junior standing.

This course will address the roles of rehabilitation professionals regarding evaluation and treatment of various musculoskeletal related injuries and pathologies. An emphasis will be placed upon basic anatomy, pathophysiology of various organ systems, tissue healing, orthopedic assessment techniques and rehabilitation interventions. Prerequisite: Junior standing.

This course will cover pathophysiology of the major chronic diseased states such as cardiovascular disease, cerebrovascular disease, dyslipidemia, hypertension, diabetes, cancer, obesity, COPD, etc. and will include etiology symptoms, and the physical reactions to diseases. Emphasis is placed on the interactions among body systems, and deviations from homeostasis and the role of lifestyle and nutrition on the progression and prevention of these diseased states. Prerequisite: A "C" or higher in BIOL 2341/2141 and Junior standing.

Students must be a Junior of Senior in good academic standing. The internship program provides the strength and conditioning (S&C) student with an educational opportunity to learn new skills in the area of S&C while working with athletes under the supervision of a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS). Students are required to fulfill 300 hours over a minimum of 10 weeks in an approved setting. The internship will be completed under the supervision of an internship site supervisor holding the CSCS credential and a faculty member from the School of EXSS. Final agreements and arrangements are subject to approval from the EXSS Associate Dean/program director. Prerequisite: Junior standing.

A study of the development, practice, and application of moral values as applied to sport and business. Prerequisite: Junior standing.

An examination of the theory and practice of leadership principles in sport management. Prerequisite: Junior standing.

The field experience is the capstone of the sport management major and provides the EXSS student with an educational opportunity to learn in a professional sport management setting. Evaluation and direction will be given from the program director with appropriate supervision provided by an on-site professional. 150 hours of hands-on field experience subsequent to the senior year must be accumulated under the supervision of a qualified on-site professional. Prerequisite: Junior level academic standing; Final agreements and arrangements are subject to approval from the EXSS Associate Dean/program director.

A study of basic financial concepts relating to the sport industry, including issues, managerial accounting practices, financial systems and business structure, capital structuring, budgeting, and principles of financial analysis. Prerequisite: Junior standing.

A study of legal implications of tort and liability law for education and sport-related industries. Includes and analysis of specific issues, court cases, and court decisions addressed by the American legal system. Prerequisite: Junior standing.

Individual study of a selected topic in Physical Education under the direction of a member of the department. Variable credit hours determined by the Department Chairperson based on the student's needs. Limited to three courses per student. Fee.

Tests and Measurement is designed to teach the student the foundational theory of measurement and evaluation including reliability, validity, objectivity, and relevance. Practical application of test construction and test analysis will be an integral part of the course. Descriptive and inferential statistical procedures will be addressed. Prerequisite: Junior standing.

This course addresses the clinical aspects of exercise testing and prescription including health history assessment and disease risk stratification.  This course will cover the pathophysiology related to diseased states such as cardiovascular disease, cerebrovascular disease, dyslipidemia, hypertension, diabetes, cancer, obesity, etc. and will discuss how physical activity or lack there of influence the progression of these diseases.  Laboratory skills of interest will be assessment of blood pressure, ECG, and administration of an exercise test. Prerequisite: Junior standing.

This course examines factors that influence motor development from conception through adulthood and discusses theoretical perspectives and practical applications of motor development principles throughout the life span. This course also considers factors that influence the learning of motor skills in various stages of learning.

Students must be a Junior or Senior in good academic standing. The internship program provides the EXSS student with an educational opportunity to learn new skills, develop professional contacts and apply academic knowledge in a community setting. Students are required to fulfill 150 hours over a minimum of 10 weeks in an approved clinical, health, nutrition, sport or fitness related setting. The internship will be completed under the supervision of an internship site supervisor and a faculty member from the EXSS Department. Final agreements and arrangements are subject to approval from the EXSS Associate Dean/program director. Prerequisite: Junior standing.

Students must be a Junior of Senior in good academic standing. The internship program provides the strength and conditioning (S&C) student with an educational opportunity to learn new skills in the area of S&C while working with athletes under the supervision of a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS). Students are required to fulfill 300 hours over a minimum of 10 weeks in an approved setting. The internship will be completed under the supervision of an internship site supervisor holding the CSCS credential and a faculty member from the School of EXSS. Final agreements and arrangements are subject to approval from the EXSS Associate Dean/program director.