Biology - Major in Biology Program

EXSC Requirements:

EXSC 100 Introduction to Exercise Health Professions

This course introduces students to health and fitness professions that require an exercise science foundation. Opportunities are provided to identify the various content areas of exercise science, characteristics of health and fitness professionals and current trends in the field. Emphasis is placed on the development of professional behavior and professionalism components, and career or practice settings/opportunities. Graded pass/fail. 1 credit.

EXSC 101 Anatomy and Physiology I

A detailed study of the human organism according to levels of chemical and structural organization with special reference to cytology, histology, and organs of the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems and fluid and electrolyte balance. Fulfills requirement: Natural Science Analysis. Corequisite: EXSC-101L. 4 credits.

EXSC 102 Anatomy and Physiology II

A detailed study of the human organism according to levels of chemical and structural organization with special reference to cytology, histology, and organs of the sense organs, endocrine, cardiovascular, respiratory, urinary, digestive and reproductive systems and genetics. Fulfills requirement: Natural Science Analysis. Prerequisite: EXSC 101/L with a minimum grade of "C" or better. 4 credits.

EXSC 123 Scientific Basis of Coaching

Coaching theory and methodologies are reviewed relative to specific sport teams and the relationship to team development. Students will develop a coaching philosophy and apply such to exercise and sport case studies. Recommended prerequisite: PSY 110. 3 credits.

EXSC 202 Training and Conditioning

This course is designed to provide EXSC students with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required of a strength and conditioning professional and to prepare them for the Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) exam. Successful completion of the National Certification Examination will facilitate recognition as a unique professional in both the Fitness Industry and Sports Science Programs. The theoretical component of the course will further advance the student's knowledge of biomechanics, bioenergetics, adaptations to training, as well as program design and periodization. The practical component of the course mimics responsibilities of a Strength and Conditioning professional. Prerequisite: EXSC 216 or a pre/co-requisite of EXSC 315. 3 credits.

EXSC 210 Exercise Physiology Lab

This course presents students with a comprehensive study of the human body's responses to exercise. Topics include cardiovascular and respiratory response to exercise, adaptations of the human body, energy production, metabolism, body composition, and muscular adaptations to exercise. This course is the corresponding lab content for exercise physiology didactic material. Pre- or co-requisite: EXSC 216 or 315. 1 credit.

EXSC 211 Introduction to Human Movement

This Course is designed to introduce principles, terminology, and function of the human body. Specific topics will include joint movements, muscle action, and basic function associated with the neuromuscular system. Laboratory experiences will allow the student to visualize and demonstrate movement patterns associated with basic functional movement. Fulfills requirement: Natural Science Analysis. Prerequisite: BIO 111/L or EXSC 101/L, with a grade of "C" or better, or permission of the department chairperson. 4 credits.

EXSC 221 Fitness Instruction and Design

This course is designed to provide students with an overview of the educational concepts, performance techniques, program design, music knowledge and leadership skills needed to teach instructor-led exercise programs. The course will include basic analysis and application of safe and effective exercise procedures for all fitness levels. Fulfills requirement: Oral Communication. 3 credits.

EXSC 240 Teaching Lifetime Activities

Students will learn the knowledge, fundamental skills, strategy, and rules of lifetime activities that are commonly taught in K-12 schools. Students will apply various strategies to teach these activities to K-12 students using different pedagogical techniques to enhance learning. Skill learning, performance analysis, and progressions will be emphasized. Student will be evaluated (self, peer, and instructor) on teaching methods, class management, and safety appropriateness for all grade levels. Activities to be learned include golf, volleyball, softball, pickleball, tennis, and weight training. Fulfills requirement: Oral Communication. 3 credits.

EXSC 241 Teaching Invasion Sports

Students will learn the knowledge, fundamental skills, strategy, and rules of invasion sports that are commonly taught in K-12 schools. Students will apply various strategies to teach these sports to K-12 students using different pedagogical techniques to enhance learning. Skill learning, performance analysis, and progressions will be emphasized. Student will be evaluated (self, peer, and instructor) on teaching methods, class management, and safety appropriateness for all grade levels. Sports to be learned include soccer, football, hockey, lacrosse, basketball, team handball, and ultimate frisbee. Fulfills requirement: Oral Communication. 3 credits.

EXSC 315 Principles of Human and Exercise Physiology

The course is designed to provide EXSC students with an overview of exercise physiology to improve their physiological understanding of how the body responds to exercise. Students will be able to identify behaviors, choices, and environments that impact health and training. Fulfills requirement: Natural Science Analysis. Prerequisite: CHM 105/106 or CHM 111/113 or EXSC 102/L with a minimum grade of "C". 3 credits.

EXSC 420 Lifespan Health Promotion

Students will explore the concept of health across the lifespan. Emphasis will be placed on the understanding of health, its impact on individuals and the community and the development of health promotion programs unique to ages ranging from young children to the older adult. 3 credits.

EXSC 430 Nutritional Aspects of Exercise and Eating Disorders

This course is designed to educate exercise science majors on the basics of exercise nutrition, as well as the impacts that body image can have on eating habits. Students will explore details of macronutrients, micronutrients and proper hydration. They will correctly identify nutritional needs of persons undertaking a variety of levels of physical exertion, and be proficient in educating their patients of those needs. Students will understand disordered eating patterns, their physiological and psychological impacts, and will be able to identify obvious and subtle signs of disordered eating patterns. Prerequisite: EXSC 216 or 315. 3 credits.

EDU Requirements:

EDU 245 Language, Cultural Diversity, and Academic Achievement: Grade 7 - Grade 12

This course is designed to allow the pre-service music, art, language, or grade 7 - grade 12 secondary teacher certification candidate to gain an understanding of the complex factors impacting the education and language acquisition of the diverse language and cultural minority groups of the United States. This course is required under Act 49-2 and may be taken by early childhood, special education, and secondary education students while student teaching. Music education students may not take this course while student teaching. Fulfills requirement: Human Diversity. 3 credits.

EDU 367 Methods for Teaching Health Education (K-12)

This course will offer comprehensive preparation for teaching health education in k-12 schools through discussing, reading, writing, and completing projects. Students enrolled in this course will explore and utilize materials, techniques, and methods of instruction for a variety of populations; synthesize, reconfigure, and connect what they have learned within the areas of health literacy, writing, and education; evaluate student work by creating their rubrics to assess learning in units and assignments for all students including those with disabilities; use technology effectively as an instructional tool; establish and practice appropriate classroom management strategies for all students including those with disabilities; design lessons/units of study that meaningfully integrate different and varied aspects of health education; explore and utilize materials, techniques and methods of classroom instruction for a variety of populations. Four hours a week of fieldwork is required. Students must be admitted to the LVC's Teaching Certification Program. 3 credits.

EDU 368 Methods for Teaching Physical Education (K-12)

This course will offer comprehensive preparation for teaching physical education in k-12 schools through discussing, reading, writing, and completing projects. Students enrolled in this course will explore and utilize materials, techniques, and methods of instruction for a variety of populations; synthesize, reconfigure, and connect what they have learned within the areas of physical education literacy, writing, and delivery; evaluate student work by creating their rubrics to assess learning in units and assignments for all students including those with disabilities; use technology effectively as an instructional tool; establish and practice appropriate classroom management strategies for all students including those with disabilities; design lessons/units of study that meaningfully integrate different and varied aspects of physical education; explore and utilize materials, techniques and methods of classroom instruction for a variety of populations. Four hours a week of fieldwork is required. Students must be admitted to the LVC's Teaching Certification Program. 4 credits.

SED 115 Introduction to Teaching and Learning

This course is designed to provide an introduction to secondary education majors about how people learn and how to successfully use that information in the classroom. It will cover the characteristics of secondary schools and students and the management of teaching and learning resources. 2 hours a week of fieldwork is required. 3 credits.

SED 421 Content Area Literacy

This course will guide preservice students to develop competencies in teaching literacy strategies in their content area subject(s) in middle and high school. Emphasis will be placed on teaching activities, specialized skills, technology skills and study strategies for learning substantive content. 6 hours a week of fieldwork is required. Prerequisite: SED 115. 3 credits.

SPE 250 Cognitive Development of Diverse Learners

This course is designed to introduce all categories of disability. Specific attention will be given to the potential cognitive, physical, social, behavioral, and language differences in children with disabilities. Delivery approach will include, but not be limited to lecture, case study discussions, and writing instruction. Students will be expected to write two papers (totaling 3,000 words) researching various aspects of disability. Writing instruction will be provided throughout this course. The instructor will provide substantive written and/or oral feedback through individual writing conferences, which will be held throughout the semester. In addition, this course has a two hour per week required field experience. Fulfills requirement: Critical Thinking through Writing. Course restricted to Education majors. 3 credits.

SPE 252 Special Education Supports for Students in Inclusive Settings

This course is designed to introduce accommodations and supports for students receiving special education services. Special focus will be given to effective instructional strategies in inclusive settings, literacy development in core and intervention areas, and assessment. 3 credits.

SPE 255 Special Education Processes and Procedures

This course will begin with a historical overview of the field of special education, including key legislation and litigation that drives current practice. Assessment tools for diagnosing disability will be introduced, as well as assessment tools for documenting student progress. In addition, collaboration and communication skills essential for working as a part of the special education team will be practiced and further developed. Delivery approach will include, but not be limited to lecture, field experiences, and hands-on experience with various assessments. Two hours per week of fieldwork is required. 3 credits.

One from the following options:

SED 431 Practicum and Methods II

This course is designed to provide preservice secondary education students with the skills to develop an integrated approach to teaching and learning. Students will create lesson and unit plans and develop integrated curricula. 8 hours a week of fieldwork is required. Prerequisites: SED 115, 421; secondary teacher certification candidate; junior or senior status; permission of the instructor; must be taken the semester prior to SED 440. 3 credits.

SED 440 Student Teaching

Students spend an entire semester in an area school under the supervision of a cooperating teacher. Fulfills requirement: Immersive Experience. Prerequisites: A cumulative grade point average at or above the minimum GPA specified by PDE for the secondary 7-12 certificate, SED 431 and the appropriate teaching of course for the content certification, completion of all Chapter 354 and Act 49-2 course requirements. 12 credits.

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EXSC 432 Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist Prep (CSCS)

The course is designed to provide EXSC students with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required of a strength and conditioning professional and to prepare them for the Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) exam given by the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA). Prerequisite: EXSC 202/L. 2 credits.

EXSC 460 Practicum Experience: Internship

Supervised learning experience spanning one, sixteen-week period aimed to emphasize the diversity of career options available with an exercise science degree. Fulfills requirement: Immersive Experience. Graded pass/fail. This course may be repeated for credit as topic changes. Prerequisite: EXSC 316/L; or permission of the department chairperson. Required major GPA of 2.0 or greater prior to Practicum placement. 1-12 credits.

or EXSC 463 Practicum Experience: Research

Experiential research opportunity in exercise science or related field. Fulfills requirement: Immersive Experience. Graded pass/fail. This course may be repeated for credit as topic changes. Prerequisite: EXSC 316/L; or permission of the department chairperson. Required major GPA of 2.0 or greater prior to Practicum placement. 1-12 credits.

EXSC 464 Exam Certification Preparation

The purpose of this course is to ensure student readiness for and completion of their selected national certification exam, as a program requirement, prior to completing their degree in exercise science. Students will take a department organized practice exam that focuses on ensuring student knowledge in domain specific areas, after which they are eligible to register for and take the certification exam of their choice. Graded pass/fail. This course may be repeated for credit as topic changes. Prerequisite: EXSC 316 and in the final semester prior to graduation, or permission of the department chair. 0 credits.

Additional Requirements:

Completion of one approved literature course and two approved mathematics courses.
FYE 111 First Year Experience I

This is a seminar-style course that promotes intellectual inquiry and develops competencies essential to meet the rigorous curricular demands of our College. The primary focus is on writing with a secondary focus on critical reading. Students must take the corresponding companion course of FYE-111C, as evident by matching section numbers. Fulfills requirement: First Year Experience. Students must take the corresponding companion course of FYE-111C, as evident by matching section numbers. 3 credits.

PSY 148 Health Psychology

This course is designed as an introduction to health psychology/behavioral medicine. It will consider the role of psychology in the health field, including medical settings. It covers the relationship between psychological factors and physical disease from predisposition through maintenance. The study of behavioral medicine will include treatment of stress and stress-related disorders, preventive health behaviors and factors related to adherence of treatment programs. It also explores the psychological connections of pain and pain management, and how personal control is related to both health and the disease process. 3 credits. (This course is cross-listed with EXSC 148)

PSY 220 Lifespan Development

This course provides an overview of developmental phenomenon focusing heavily on the prenatal environment through adolescence and highlighting adulthood and aging. Further, we will go beyond a 'milestone approach' to developmental psychology - in other words, rather than just memorizing what ages and stages children acquire certain skills, we will strive to understand why and how those skills are developing. Students will learn to articulate the relationship between theory and data and synthesize information to critically evaluate current developmental theories and apply developmental concepts to real-world issues. This course cannot be completed by students who have already taken PSY 238. 3 credits.