Overview
The Exercise Science program at Trevecca Nazarene University is an interdisciplinary degree program designed to educate, equip and empower students for entrance into the workforce and to pursue graduate or professional study. At Trevecca, students will gain valuable hands-on experience by completing three practicum experiences in various healthcare fields that will expose them to the career opportunities in physical therapy, occupational therapy, athletic training, health sciences, nutrition, personal training and more. Our faculty are committed to provide a rigorous curriculum that will prepare students to be servant leaders in whichever career they choose to pursue.
Exercise science students also have the opportunity to choose an area of concentration to gain a specific focus in exercise science careers and an understanding of how biblical principles apply in exercise science vocations. Choose from one of the following concentrations:
Additionally, students may choose to minor in nutrition, which is an excellent complement to a major in exercise science. A comprehensive and flexible minor, this concentration gives students more knowledge about nutrition, which helps them with greater job performance or to provide more informed treatments for clients.
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Core Classes
General Biology I
BIO 1510
An introduction to fundamental concepts in the biological sciences including the organization of living matter, cellular structure and function, food production by photosynthesis, energy harvest, mechanisms of cellular reproduction, genetics, and evolution. Discussions of current scientific issues will also be included. Lecture and lab. Fee charged.
Course Hours: 4
Anatomy-Physiology I
BIO 2010
A study that includes the anatomy of the body as a whole. Emphasis will be on anatomical structures and organizational relationships of the organs and systems of the body. General physiology of each system and the major influence systems have on one another is emphasized. Laboratory studies include dissection of the cat and study of various skeletons, models, and charts.
Course Hours: 4
Anatomy-Physiology II
BIO 2020
Designed to introduce the anatomy and physiology of multiple subsystems including the endocrine, vascular, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems. The focus will be on developing a working knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of these subsystems that can then be applied to clinical case studies and laboratory experiments. A major objective of this course is to develop critical thinking skills that are essential for students entering various medical careers where they will serve Christ by serving others. Lecture and lab.
Course Hours: 4
Nutrition
BIO 2700
A study of how chemical principles and biochemical pathways create certain nutritional requirements for humans in various states of health and disease. Emphasis will be given to the needs of pregnancy, infancy, adolescence, sports conditioning, maturity, and nutritional therapy in some disease states. The possible benefits of proper nutritional practices for our culture, wellness programs, and managed care will be discussed. The world-wide impact of hunger and disease and our responsibility for relief will be pursued. The laboratory will include various measurements and profiling of nutritional status on the individual students. CHE 1010 or CHE 1040 recommended. Lecture and lab. Fee charged.
Course Hours: 3
Nutrition for Fitness and Performance
EXS 2100
Provide an understanding of optimal nutritional intake in support of peak performance in sport. Address food as fuel and which fuels are most important to specific sport activities, the role nutritional supplements can play, how to assure fluid balance, weight management for athletes, and the effects of disordered eating on performance and health. The unique international food and athletic culture should be incorporated into understanding nutrition for peak performance. Understand what athletes should eat before, during, and after competition, design optimal meal plans for athletes, and be able to identify the best and worst applications of sport supplements such as protein powders/bars, creatine, and sport drinks. This will be prescribed through a Christian worldview for the best stewardship of the body for optimal muscle development, recovery, and sports performance.
Course Hours: 3
Sport Medicine
EXS 3500
A study of conditioning and the care and prevention of athletic injuries.
Course Hours: 3
Physiology of Exercise
EXS 4090
The study of the physiological effects of exercise on the human body. Special emphasis is given to factors which affect performance whether in a competitive situation or in one's personal fitness lifestyle.
Course Hours: 3
Kinesiology
EXS 4100
Examines the knowledge necessary for successful analysis of human motion. Successful application of the course content will give all human performance workers a greater understanding of how the various body parts react to human movement.
Course Hours: 3
Fitness Assessment and Exercise Prescription
EXS 4300
Study of the process and procedures of exercise testing and prescription. Emphasis will be placed on prescribing and testing individual and some group exercise programs.
Course Hours: 3
Practicum in Exercise Science
EXS 4520
This course involves the application and direct observation of things learned in academic preparation. Practicum sites will be determined by the student and his or her advisor in hopes that this experience will be a catalyst to his or her calling and future career. The practicum may be set up in a variety of different areas, such as: physical therapy, occupational therapy, athletic training, personal training, fitness industry sites, etc. The practicum will have specific learning objectives made accountable by the instructor in charge of the practicum. The practicum provides an opportunity for students to experience and observe specific environments and vocations in the area of Exercise Science and related fields. Specific observations, papers, surveys, and reports will be required as a part of the course requirements. A minimum of 40 contact / site hours will be required per academic credit hour.
Course Hours: 1-5
Overview
The Exercise Science program at Trevecca Nazarene University is an interdisciplinary degree program designed to educate, equip and empower students for entrance into the workforce and to pursue graduate or professional study. At Trevecca, students will gain valuable hands-on experience by completing three practicum experiences in various healthcare fields that will expose them to the career opportunities in physical therapy, occupational therapy, athletic training, health sciences, nutrition, personal training and more. Our faculty are committed to provide a rigorous curriculum that will prepare students to be servant leaders in whichever career they choose to pursue.
Exercise science students also have the opportunity to choose an area of concentration to gain a specific focus in exercise science careers and an understanding of how biblical principles apply in exercise science vocations. Choose from one of the following concentrations:
Additionally, students may choose to minor in nutrition, which is an excellent complement to a major in exercise science. A comprehensive and flexible minor, this concentration gives students more knowledge about nutrition, which helps them with greater job performance or to provide more informed treatments for clients.
