Exercise Science, B.S.

The Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science explores the interrelationships among lifestyle, physical activity and health, and the science of improving human performance.

Opportunities exist for students to establish personal programs of exercise, weight control, nutrition, stress management and substance abuse avoidance. Disease prevention and quality of life are components of many of the course offerings. Selecting courses in exercise science can be especially meaningful to students entering a health-related career, with the current emphasis placed on health promotion and disease prevention within the health care delivery system.

The exercise science major allows students opportunities for practicum, research, and laboratory experiences. The major prepares graduates for positions in the field and for competitive graduate degree programs.

Specific offerings for each semester may be found in the Schedule of Classes.

Requirements for the B.S. degree with a major in Exercise Science

Students pursuing a degree in Exercise Science must complete a minimum of 123 credits, including the following requirements.

1. General Education requirements

In order to graduate on-schedule without taking additional courses, it is highly recommended that students meet with an Undergraduate Academic Adviser concerning the selection of all of their general education courses.

Each candidate for an Oakland University baccalaureate will need to satisfactorily complete approved courses in each of the following areas: Foundation, Exploration, Integration, Writing, U.S. Diversity and Capstone. For details, refer to the General Education Requirements section of the catalog.

2. Complete the exercise science core courses

3. Complete the pre-physical therapy academic concentration, Orthotist and Prosthetist Assistant Studies Specialization or electives to meet a minimum of 123 credits. Students are encouraged to complete a minor to contribute to the elective requirements.

Exercise Science Core Curriculum:

BIO 1200 - Biology I (4)
BIO 2100 - Human Anatomy (4)
BIO 2101 - Human Anatomy Laboratory (1) or BIO 3621 - Physiology Laboratory (1)
BIO 2600 - Human Physiology (4)
CHM 1440 - General Chemistry I (4) * and CHM 1470 - General Chemistry Laboratory I (1)
EXS 1000 - Exercise (Strength Training) and Health Enhancement (2) or EXS 1100 - Cardiovascular Fitness Training (2)
EXS 2200 - Introduction to Exercise Science (2)
EXS 2410 - Nutrition for Exercise, Sport and Health (3) or NTR 2500 - Human Nutrition and Health (3) and NTR 3250 Sports Nutrition (3)
EXS 2700 - Safety and First Aid in Exercise Settings (2)
EXS 3010 - Exercise Physiology (3)
EXS 3020 - Biomechanics (3)
EXS 3030 - Motor Control (3)
EXS 4030 - Assessment and Interventions Laboratory (3)
EXS 4715 - Integrated Laboratory in Exercise Science (3) *
EXS 4960 - Practicum in Exercise Science (3) or EXS 4995 - Directed Research (3)
HS 2000 - Introduction to Health and Health Behaviors (3) * and HS 2050 Introduction to Health and Health Behaviors Lab (1) *
MTH 1441 - Precalculus (4) or MTH 1554 - Calculus I (4) or MTH 1331 - College Algebra (4) and MTH 1332 - Trigonometry (3)
PHY 1010 - General Physics I (4) * or PHY 1510 - Introductory Physics I (4)
PHY 1100 - General Physics Lab I (1)
PSY 1000 - Introduction to Psychology (4)
PSY 2500 - Research Design in Psychology (4)
STA 2220 - Introduction to Statistical Concepts and Reasoning (4) *

*Indicates courses that fulfill General Education Requirements.

Complete a minimum of 13 credit hours of electives

Electives can be chosen either from the following recommended courses or any course not required for the Exercise Science degree or used to fulfill general education requirements (not required for the Pre-PT concentration or the Orthotist and Prosthetist Assistant Studies specialization).

EXS 1000 - Exercise (Strength Training) and Health Enhancement (2)
EXS 1100 - Cardiovascular Fitness Training (2)
EXS 1500 - Exercise (Judo) and Health Enhancement (2)
EXS 2000 - Group Exercise Instruction I (2)
EXS 2100 - Group Exercise Instruction II (2)
EXS 3015 - Exercise Physiology Laboratory (1)
EXS 3510 - Clinical Assessments (3)
EXS 3520 - Material Characteristics (2)
EXS 3535 - Patient & Practice Management (1)
EXS 3540 - Fit, Function and Modifications (3)
EXS 3550 - Neuropathic Disorders (1)
EXS 4100 - Introduction to Personal Training (2)
EXS 4110 - Advanced Personal Training (2)
EXS 4200 - Physical Activity and Aging (2)
EXS 4210 - Children and Exercise (2)
EXS 4300 - Human Performance Enhancement (2)
EXS 4310 - Environment and Human Performance (2)
EXS 4400 - Obesity and Physical Activity (2)
EXS 4500 - Healthy Lifestyle Choices (2)
EXS 4510 - Spinal Orthotics (2)
EXS 4520 - Upper Extremity Orthotics (2)
EXS 4530 - Lower Extremity Orthotics (3)
EXS 4540 - Upper Extremity Prosthetics (2)
EXS 4550 - Lower Extremity Prosthetics (3)
EXS 4600 - Health and Disease (2)
EXS 4620 - Clinical Biomechanics (2)
EXS 4630 - Basic Athletic Training (2)
EXS 4640 - Exercise Electrocardiography (2)
EXS 4650 - Yoga Therapy (3)
EXS 4700 - Corporate and Worksite Wellness Programs (2)
EXS 4800 - Exercise Endocrinology (2)
EXS 4810 - Physical Activity Epidemiology (2)
EXS 4830 - Muscle Physiology (2)
EXS 4900 - Special Topics (1 TO 4)
EXS 4996 - Independent Study (1 TO 4)
EXS 4997 - Apprentice College Teaching (1 TO 3)