Delivery of strength and conditioning principles related to musculoskeletal movement and the utilization of energy systems for the development and administration of sport-based exercise programs.

Pre-req: ESS 543 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of D.

Direct application of strength and conditioning principles in the development and administration of sport-based exercise programs. Emphasis will be on the training and demonstration of proper communication and technique regarding the components of flexibility, resistance training, power-lifting, Olympic weightlifting, and speed and agility.

Pre-req: ESS 542 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of D.

An in depth study of the principles and problems of coaching.

Addresses the principles of sport nutrition and its effects on physiological systems, body composition, and human exercise performance.

A critical analysis of and engagement with leading ethical thinking as applied to sport.

Exercise testing techniques presented to determine the biological responses to exercise stress and to investigate the physiological limitations to human performance as it relates to disease and/or sport performance.

Topics would include bioenergetics, integration of metabolism, metabolic response to exercise, neuroendocrine control of metabolism during exercise, cardiovascular control and adaptation during exercise and respiratory control and adaptation during exercise.

Addresses neuromuscular plasticity and physiological adaptations to environmental stimuli during exercise.

An investigation of historical events, political and social climates, and personalities as well as philosophies which have influenced physical education and sport from early civilizations to the present.

Analysis of lead-up, intermediate and advanced techniques of a selected team, individual or dual sports. Emphasis given to mechanics of performance psychological stress components, psychological factors, strategies and teaching/coaching methodology.

Analysis of lead-up, intermediate and advanced techniques of a selected team, individual or dual sports. Emphasis given to mechanics of performance psychological stress components, psychological factors, strategies and teaching/coaching methodology.

Analysis of lead-up, intermediate and advanced techniques of a selected team, individual or dual sports. Emphasis given to mechanics of performance psychological stress components, psychological factors, strategies and teaching/coaching methodology.

Analysis of lead-up, intermediate and advanced techniques of a selected team, individual or dual sports. Emphasis given to mechanics of performance psychological stress components, psychological factors, strategies and teaching/coaching methodology.

Instruction and laboratory experiences involving musculoskeletal anatomy and biomechanics as applied to human movement.

Application of neuromuscular and physiological knowledge to the examination of the administration and content of existing exercise programs as well as the development of new programs.

Detailed study of the anatomy and physiology of the cardiovascular system and its response to acute and chronic exercise.

Pre-req: ESS 621.

Detailed study of the anatomy and physiology of the respiratory system and its response to acute and chronic exercise.

Pre-req: ESS 621 and ESS 623 and ESS 670.

This course is a detailed study of the structure and function of the neuromuscular system along with the etiology and functional consequences of numerous neuromuscular diseases.

Pre-req: ESS 621 and ESS 623 and ESS 670.

Analysis of motor skills through the application of the principles of physics.

A study of objectives, methods, personnel, facilities, and program uniqueness of the physical education of selected nations and world regions. National sport programs, international sport programs and competition, and international professional organizations are considered.

An examination of experimental research design, laboratory methods, construction of instruments, execution of research, and presentation of research papers with an emphasis on science.

An examination of experimental research design, laboratory methods, construction of instruments, execution of research, and presentation of research papers with an emphasis on science.

Considers cardiovascular assessment strategies, including EKG interpretation, related medical profile variables, patient/client/athlete screening and risk stratification.