Upon successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: Apply key exercise science, training methodology and health behavior change principles in context to the provision of exercise; Apply the practice of exercise and fitness screening and assessment, health appraisal and risk stratification, while simultaneously integrating ethical considerations and client preferences

Upon successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: Apply effective, exercise science-based group sessions for different fitness levels; Explain proper technique, demonstrate exercise, and teach appropriate methods to strengthen and stretch certain muscles

1) Understand the unique circumstances and outcomes of working with women in the field of wellness and fitness; 2) Identify preventative strategies (such as exercise prescription and nutrition guidance) that can compensate for health risks, issues, and deficiencies that female clients and patients may experience throughout their life; 3) Explain exercise modifications and varied benefits during specific periods in a woman's life (adolescents, pregnancy, postpartum, menopause)

At the successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: 1) Lead designed group exercises and activities which consider individual needs and differences; 2) Apply training principles and program variables to increase strength, endurance, power, or hypertrophy for the identified client or population; 3) Evaluate the designed exercise prescribed over time for an individual and/ special population; 4) Integrate cognate materials necessary to support the full development of physical performance including nutrition, environment, mobility, clothing and equipment; 5) Design individualized exercise programs for individuals and special groups; 6) Adjust exercise programs based on individual performance and safety considerations

At the successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: 1) Create patient/client focused exercise programs, with modifications and progressive programming based on physiologic alterations; 2) Understand the effect of exercise on the physiological systems of the body and disease states; 3) Analyze exercise testing data from healthy individuals and individuals with physiological alterations; 4) Evaluate EKG responses to exercise; 5) Implement testing protocols and modifications for individuals with physiological alterations; 6) Understand acute responses and chronic adaptations to exercise and the impact on individuals with physiological adaptations

At the successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: 1) Understand the relations between health conditions, disease, disability and physical activity; 2) Establish physical activity outcomes in individuals with health conditions, diseases or disabilities; 3) Modify existing physical activity prescriptions to match individual capabilities and needs; 4) Demonstrate an understanding of the risks and benefits associated with exercise participation: 5) Analyze the results of exercise tests and fitness evaluations in various populations; 6) Modify equipment arrangement and facility resources to accommodate use by individuals with special needs

At the successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: 1) Explain the relationship between biomechanics, anatomy and human movement; 2) Understand upper and lower limb musculoskeletal anatomy, physiology, and function; 3) Apply functional anatomy in the analysis of normal physical performance; 4) Develop individualized plans to correct movement based on the assessment of the individual; 5) Evaluate movement techniques in various populations; 6) Evaluate client outcomes as a result of prescribed exercise modifications to improve movement patterns

Examine various research and writing to gain understanding and knowledge in the areas of physical therapy; Evaluate scientific literature; Explore the impact a physical therapist has on their patient through movement improvement, pain management and prevention

1) Describe major milestones, influences, and future directions in the development of the science of exercise physiology; 2) Explain the importance of the physiological adaptations that occur as a result of properly designed training programs; 3) Analyze measures of the physiology of respiration, circulation, energy production, metabolism, and muscle function in rest and exercise states; 4) Interpret research findings focused on cardiovascular, respiratory, metabolic and neuromuscular physiology in exercise science; 5) Perform selected laboratory and field tests of physiological function and physical fitness; 6) Interpret results from laboratory and field tests of physiological function and physical performance; 7) Differentiate positive training changes and signs and symptoms of overtraining among healthy individuals throughout the life cycle

1) Understand theoretical approaches that drive motor control and motor learning research; 2) Analyze principles and processes underlying movement skilled performance; 3) Analyze the human motor system and how it supports the acquisition and retention of complex movement skills; 4) Adapt instruction situations to achieve maximum performance and retention of learned skills; 5) Relate information processing and decision-making models to performance and movement

1) Relate concepts of health, health promotion, and wellness that influence individual and group health and quality of life; 2) Assess the health education and health promotion needs of individuals and groups in diverse populations; 3) Design culturally congruent health education, wellness, and behavioral modification programs, focused on improved health and quality of life, in community-based settings; 4) Implement health education, wellness, health promotion, and behavioral modification programming for diverse populations; 5) Evaluate health education, wellness, health promotion and behavioral modification programming in a variety of settings, using an outcomes-oriented approach; 6) Identify cultural, social, economic, and political influences on decision making and action in health and wellness

1) Analyze the relation between resistance training and human performance; 2) Incorporate appropriate exercises, such as resistance training, medicine ball, balance, plyometric, and linear and lateral movement exercises into exercise prescriptions; 3) Differentiate between general fitness prescriptions and specific training to enhance athletic performance; 4) Evaluate biomechanical aspects of efficiency and performance; 5) Apply performance enhancement training principles to individuals' specific needs and goals

1) Attribute major functions of macronutrients and micronutrients to health, exercise, fitness and performance; 2) Apply principles of evidence-based nutrition to the food habits and practices of diverse individuals and populations; 3) Analyze energy and nutrient intake based on level of training and type of sport and exercise; 4) Understand roles and domains of practice of collaborating professions in promoting health, fitness and performance; 5) Develop interprofessional competencies to collaborate with nutrition professionals in optimizing nutrition for health, fitness, and performance

Identify the relation between cumulative stress and human performance; Plan periodized practices of strength and conditioning, sport training, nutrition, and psychological preparation to optimize performance in individual and team sport

1) Understand anatomy and physiology associated with cardiopulmonary health and disease; 2) Relate pathophysiology changes in cardiac and pulmonary disease to exercise prescription; 3) Explain diagnostic tests and procedures used in exercise assessment and intervention in cardiac and pulmonary health and disease; 4) Understand essential elements and phases of cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation; 5) Design preventive exercise prescriptions for cardiac and pulmonary health in individuals and groups; 6) Design rehabilitative exercise prescriptions for patients with cardiac and pulmonary health alterations

1) Understand the signs, symptoms and scope of cardiovascular conditions, respiratory conditions, and metabolic conditions, and the development of these pathologies; 2) Apply risk assessment and stratification models in the diagnostic and functional assessment of individuals; 3) Evaluate the indications and contraindications of subject selection for testing, considering safety precautions, indications for test termination, and emergency procedures for conducting a graded exercise stress test; 4) Interpret results of exercise stress tests; 5) Differentiate normal and abnormal electrocardiographic responses to exercise of varying duration and intensity; 6) Design appropriate exercise test mode and protocols in consideration of client characteristics; 7) Understand responses to various emergency situations that may occur in exercise settings

1) Understand the advanced physiology of growth and development, aging, and the pathophysiology of health conditions, disease and disability in special populations; 2) Analyze the effects of exercise training and nutrition on the underlying etiology and pathophysiology of acute and chronic conditions; 3) Prescribe exercise activities to optimize health and performance in special populations; 4) Adapt exercise prescriptions based on the individualized needs of individuals with anatomic, physiologic, or sensory challenges; 5) Evaluate the effectiveness of adaptations to exercise prescriptions and programming in special populations

1) Apply periodization models in the optimization of athletic or physical training and performance; 2) Analyze the relationship between training volume and intensity over time; 3) Analyze principles of program design for performance enhancement; 4) Evaluate testing approaches to the assessment of strength and conditioning; 5) Generate exercise program modifications for individuals based on youth development, injuries, and inexperience; 6) Relate variables of overload, variation, and specificity to strength and conditioning training

1) Understand scholarly inquiry processes in relation to evidence-based practice and knowledge generation in the field of Exercise Science; 2) Formulate research questions that address clinical, educational, administrative, or policy issues for evidence-based practice in Exercise Science; 3) Understand the elements of various quantitative research designs; 4) Assess the adequacy of selected quantitative and qualitative designs in answering research questions in Exercise Science; 5) Evaluate extant evidence and theories relevant to knowledge gaps in the field of exercise science; 6) Analyze ethical issues and concerns in research related to Exercise Science

Students will use and apply laboratory measurement techniques commonly used in exercise science

1) Understand research findings and scholarly writings in a specific topical area of Exercise Science; 2) Evaluate scientific and theoretical literature in s specific topic area of Exercise Science; 3) Direct scholarly discussion in a topical area of exercise science, with a focus on the individual, family, and community

1) Apply specialized skills and knowledge acquired in exercise science core courses in a practicum setting; 2) Work collaboratively with the interprofessional team; 3) Participate in planning sessions, meetings, and other activities of the professional staff in the field setting; 4) Evaluate the effectiveness of the exercise science interventions on the individuals or populations served