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3.00 Credits
Emphasizes the basic physiological changes in older adults. Methods to improve the quality of life among older adults will be stressed. Additional content will include elements of health promotion, wellness programming, behavior change, lifelong learning and development, and relevant research findings pertaining to older adults. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Outline the changes in major organ systems pertaining to the aging population. 2. Consider selected disease and their relationship to the aging population at the developmental level. 3. Interpret research topics in the field of the aging population. 4. Compile a review of current literature on relevant topics. Prerequisites: XSCI 3700 and XSCI 3705 (both grade C- or higher). FA
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3.00 Credits
This course provides students with the knowledge and skills to develop and provide fitness programs for at-risk populations and older adults. Course objectives include health related fitness assessments, interpretation and counseling based on results of fitness assessments, and the construction of individually tailored exercise prescriptions to meet the clients' unique needs and goals. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Classify the current demographics in the US and the attitudes toward aging. 2. Discriminate the physiology of aging systems from young adults as well as and physical conditions requiring special consideration for exercise programming. 3. Analyze psychosocial barriers and applying psychosocial concepts to exercise programming (inclusive of cultural, demographic, gender, and socioeconomic factors) associated with the development and maintenance of a healthy lifestyle. 4. Design programming guidelines, including components of a fitness class, safety training techniques to optimize desired health-related fitness results, and minimize safety hazards. 5. Create a fitness training program based upon individualized goals. 6. Apply skills in community-based and senior living environments. Prerequisites: BIOL 2320 & BIOL 2325 & BIOL 2420 & BIOL 2425 (Grade C or higher) OR Instructor Permission. SP
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3.00 Credits
Emphasizes information and skills related to exercise testing and prescription in healthy and clinical populations. Teaches American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) exercise testing guidelines. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Outline the scope of practice and responsibilities of a clinical exercise physiologist. 2. Explain the pathophysiology of multiple disorders in the areas of cardiovascular, pulmonary, immune, neuromuscular, and metabolism. 3. Distinguish commonly used medications for specific clinical conditions and their effects on exercise capacity. 4. Adapt the limitations for physical activity in clinical populations, taking into consideration disease processes and methods to assess functional capacity. Prerequisites: XSCI 3700 and XSCI 3705 (Grade C- or higher). FA
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3.00 Credits
Provides future exercise science professionals with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to provide appropriate fitness and nutritional guidelines for the demands unique to children and adolescents. Techniques to evaluate milestones in this population will also be covered. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1: Analyze a child's capacity to exercise at the age-appropriate recommendation. 2: Describe pediatric and adolescent unique nutritional needs. 3: Identify developmental milestones used to assess health-related fitness and skills in children by using and comparing various assessment methods. 4: Design training and fitness programs tailored and optimized to meet the development needs of children and adolescents. 5: Evaluate the physical activity and nutritional needs of a child with a chronic disease and implement an appropriate intervention plan. Prerequisites: XSCI 2020 OR XSCI 1025, BIOL 2320 & BIOL 2325 & BIOL 2420 & BIOL 2425 (all Grade C or higher). SP
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3.00 Credits
Focuses on behavior change theory, principles, and predictive models, with their application to health behavior change programs and interventions. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Outline theories related to individual and group motivation. 2. Express how leadership theories can be used to create an optimal learning environment. 3. Develop appropriate, theory-driven intervention strategies for promoting a healthy lifestyle, through activity participation in given scenarios. 4. Synthesize information critical to the understanding of research in Behavioral Change through cultural lens scenarios. 5. Analyze and implement research for the development of optimal health promotion programs. Prerequisites: XSCI 2060 (Grade C or higher).
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1.00 - 3.00 Credits
Designed to provide students with hands-on professional experience in the field of exercise science. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits toward graduation. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Integrate classroom theory to real world decision making. 2. Develop increased proficiency in specific skills in relation to exercise science techniques. 3. Develop personal skills in communication, technology, teamwork, and quantitative reasoning. 4. Collaborate in professional operations and decision making. 5. Create relationships with professional role models and potential mentors. 6. Develop network of professional relationships and contact. Prerequisite: Minimum 20 credits completed in XSCI courses at 3000-level or higher and Instructor permission.
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3.00 Credits
Course covers knowledge and theory related to coaching principles relative to sport psychology, sport pedagogy, and sport management. Also covers the integration of basic coaching skills into the work of health-care/fitness professionals to help clients achieve self-determined goals related to health and wellness. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Outline theories related to individual and group motivation. 2. Integrate leadership theories in creating an optimal learning environment. 3. Assess research related to leadership in sport, exercise, fitness, and health promotion, through activity participation in class discussions, and research abstract presentations at the developmental level. 4. Compile information critical to the understanding of research in Motivation and Coaching through cultural lenses scenarios. 5. Outline the components of effective leadership, through class discussions and scenarios. Prerequisites: XSCI 2060 & XSCI 2120 (Grade C or higher).
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1.00 - 3.00 Credits
Provides students the opportunity to conduct research under the mentorship of a faculty member. Students will put in practice the theoretical knowledge gained in prior major courses. Students will create a significant intellectual or creative product that is characteristic of the Exercise Science discipline and worthy of communication to a broader audience. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits toward graduation. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Design a research study based upon existing literature in the field. 2. Prepare a research study proposal and qualify for the human subject's research certification as well as Institutional Review Board approval. 3. Prepare and execute a data collection according to a research study design protocol. 4. Analyze collected data and test study hypotheses. 5. Compose and prepare for dissemination the findings of a research study. Prerequisite: Instructor permission required. FA, SP, SU
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3.00 Credits
This three-credit undergraduate-level course provides students a once in a lifetime opportunity to participate in a multi-week study abroad program led by the Exercise Science program at Utah Tech University. Designed for students who want more hands-on emphasis and experiences regarding human physiological adaptations at differing environments while incorporating elements of independent research, data collection, data testing, data assessment, and international travel. For international travel, see studyabroad.utahtech.edu for additional travel costs that may apply. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Explain the major changes that occur to human physiology during rest and exercise at varying locations and environments. 2. Collect sample data regarding physiological adaptations at varying locations and environments. 3. Analyze collected data regarding physiological adaptations at varying locations and environments. 4. Interpret collected data and explain the relevance of findings in relationship to the field of exercise science.
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