WHES 2081 - Introduction to Exercise Science

Credit Hours: 3.00

Prerequisites: None

(formerly WHES 2080)

This course introduces students to the concepts within fields of exercise science, health sciences, physical education, and sports medicine. The focus is on the basic concepts of biomechanics, motor learning, exercise physiology, nutrition, and psychological theories, as well as career paths within these associated fields.

Billable Contact Hours: 3

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Transfer Possibilities
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OUTCOMES AND OBJECTIVES
Outcome 1: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to summarize the systems and theories involved in exercise science and its associated fields.

Objectives:

Outline the anatomical and physiological systems.
Describe the role of nutrition.
Outline the associated psychological theories.
Describe the role of biomechanics and motor learning.

Outcome 2: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to describe the roles scientific methods and research within exercise science and its associated fields.

Objectives:

Explain the importance of research within exercise science and its associated fields.
Explain the research process.
Explain evidence-based practice.

Outcome 3: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to explain the various career paths associated with exercise science and their roles within wellness, health, and medicine.

Objectives:

Describe the training and role of exercise physiology.
Describe the training and role of physical education.
Describe the training and role of athletic training and sports medicine.

COMMON DEGREE OUTCOMES (CDO)

Communication: The graduate can communicate effectively for the intended purpose and audience.
Critical Thinking: The graduate can make informed decisions after analyzing information or evidence related to the issue.
Global Literacy: The graduate can analyze human behavior or experiences through cultural, social, political, or economic perspectives.
Information Literacy: The graduate can responsibly use information gathered from a variety of formats in order to complete a task.
Quantitative Reasoning: The graduate can apply quantitative methods or evidence to solve problems or make judgments.
Scientific Literacy: The graduate can produce or interpret scientific information presented in a variety of formats.

CDO marked YES apply to this course:
Communication: YES
Critical Thinking: YES
Information Literacy: YES
Quantitative Reasoning: YES
Scientific Literacy: YES

COURSE CONTENT OUTLINE

Introduction to Exercise Science
Exercise Science: A Review of Systems
Exercise Physiology
Clinical Exercise Physiology
Athletic Training and Sports Medicine
Exercise and Sports Nutrition
Exercise and Sports Psychology
Motor Behavior
Biomechanics
Tools of Assessment in Exercise Science
Careers and Professional Issues in Exercise Science
Future Directions within Exercise Science and Its Associated Fields

Primary Faculty
Bondurant, Paul
Secondary Faculty
Allor, Tina
Associate Dean
Primeau, Paula
Dean
Mirijanian, Narine

Primary Syllabus - Macomb Community College, 14500 E 12 Mile Road, Warren, MI 48088