Exercise Science – Nutrition Concentration Course Descriptions

Principles of structure, function, and cellular organisms. Includes an introduction to the scientific method, characteristics of cytoplasm and basic cytology, energy acquisition and release and heredity. Also includes basic plant structure and function. Students must enroll concurrently in BIO 1620. Four hours

This course is designed for students pursuing a career in an allied health field (nursing, medical imaging, health and wellness, etc.) The class includes the study of basic gross and microscopic anatomy and the function of the body on cellular, tissue, and organ system levels. The class will include organization of the body, cytology, basic histology, and the study of several organ systems – integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, and endocrine. Remaining body systems are covered in course BIO 2040. Students must enroll concurrently in BIO 2020. Four hours.

The laboratory is designed to support BIO 2010 and must be taken concurrently with the course. This course has a fee for consumables used in its labs.

Functions and interrelationships of food nutrients throughout the life cycle of man. Includes digestion, absorption and metabolism of nutrients, as well as dietary evaluation and modification for physiological needs. Other areas of study include: role of social, psychological and cultural factors in food selection. Prerequisite: BIO 1610/1620 or consent of the biology program director. Three hours.

This is an introductory course in public health designed for students pursuing careers in healthcare. Various aspects of public health are explored, including: infection disease, psychosocial behavior, environmental issues, and governmental policy-making. Epidemiological approaches to understanding public health data feature prominently throughout the course. Three hours

A study of the basic composition, function and metabolism of carbohydrates, lipids and proteins. Emphasis is placed on the catalytic function and regulation of enzymes, and on the process of cellular respiration. Some consideration given to the role of nucleic acids in cellular metabolism. The course includes hands-on laboratory experiments involving current procedures in biochemistry. This course has a fee for consumables used in its labs. Prerequisite: CHM 1710/1720 and BIO 1610/1620, or consent of instructor. Three hours.

An organ systems approach to the study of disease-related microorganisms intended for the nursing major. The foundations of microbiology are presented through the lens of disease processes as bacterial, viral and parasitic infections relevant to health professionals are explored. Other course topics include: host-parasite interaction; virulence factors; hospital and community acquired infections; mechanisms of gene transfer; disinfection; antimicrobial drugs; and, immunology. Prerequisite: BIO 1010/1020; or BIO 1610/1620; or BIO 2010/2020; or consent of the instructor. Students must enroll concurrently in BIO 2710. Four hours.

This course is designed to investigate all topics normally found within the American Chemistry Society recommended guidelines (i.e., atomic structure, physical measurements, chemical reactions and balancing equations, percent composition, solubility and precipitation, redox chemistry, gas laws, thermochemistry, quantum chemistry, VSEPR theory, molecular orbital theory, unit cells and unit cell calculation, and intermolecular forces) for a first-semester freshmen chemistry course. Students must enroll concurrently in CHM 1620. Prerequisite: one year of high school chemistry; minimum of Algebra II completed in high school. Four hours.

This is the second part of a two-semester sequence in general chemistry. This course studies and problem solves topics in solution chemistry, chemical kinetics, chemical equilibria, thermodynamics, acid-base equilibria, electrochemistry, and an introduction to organic chemistry. Prerequisite: CHM 1610/1620. Students must enroll concurrently in CHM 1720. Four hours.

This is a first part of a two-semester sequence in organic chemistry. Fundamentals of organic chemistry will be studied which include atomic structure, functional groups, acidbase chemistry, chemical nomenclature, alkane conformations (Newman configurations, chair conformations), SN2/SN1/E2/E1 reactions and their mechanisms, alkene reactions and mechanisms, radical reactions and their mechanism and general physical and chemical properties of all organic compounds presented herein. Additionally, FT-IR, 1 H NMR and 13 C NMR spectroscopy will be investigated along with mass spectrometry. Prerequisite: CHM 1710/1720. Students must enroll concurrently in CHM 2620. Four hours.

This is a 3-credit course that examines human behavior within the workplace. It explores how psychological principles apply to organizational settings, covering topics like employee motivation, leadership, conflict management, and group dynamics, all taught through the lens of a Christian, redemptive framework. Three hours.

This course will investigate major topics in the study of lifestyle management. Topics included are: wellness, physical fitness, nutrition, disease, prevention, stress management, and consumerism. Three hours.

Nutrient requirements and anthropometric aspects of nutrition for the following life stages: prenatal, pregnancy, lactation, infancy, childhood, adolescence, adult, and late adulthood. Exploration of the influences on the diet of each life cycle, including physiological, psychological, sociological, and cultural factors. Pre-requisite: CHM 1010/1020. Three hours.

Supporting and advancing athletic performance through nutritional strategies and therapies. Exploring specific nutritional needs among a variety of sports, as well as proper recovery methods and diet planning for optimizing body composition, speed, explosive and endurance based performances. Examination of the risks and benefits of ergogenic supplements found in fitness and details concerning the effects of eating disorders. Students will frequently practice planning and strategizing diet and recovery methods for various sports and athlete profiles. Prerequisite: BIO 2210. Three hours.

This course evaluates current methodologies and professional techniques used to assess an individual’s nutritional status, lifestyle, and diet planning abilities. Students explore the utilization of nutritionally therapeutic interventions for disease prevention, counseling techniques for client support, building counselor-client rapport, and proper diet care documentation. Laboratory experience will provide numerous hands-on assessment opportunities and planning experiences. Prerequisite: EXS 3280. Three hours.

This course examines the biochemical relationship between food and chronic illness and introduces the use of nutrition as an intervention for pathological conditions, encompassing the complex relationship between nutrients and human cells. Additional focus includes the human microbiome, as well as nutrigenetics – how personal genetics impact nutrient uptake and utilization – and nutrigenomics – how food components impact genetic expression. Prerequisites: BIO 2210 and CHM 1010/1020. Three hours.

This is a course taught by a partner college/university

This is a course taught by a partner college/university

This is a course taught by a partner college/university

A practical experience rotation in real-world settings. Students observe exercise science professionals in their prospective fields, and work on interpersonal skills at rotation settings. Pre-requisite: EXS 1000. Two hours.

The internship includes activity in a work environment, allowing the student to experience a hands-on opportunity to apply the skills and principles learned in class to a real-world, professional setting. Three hours of credit is given and is equivalent to approximately 120 hours in the work-place (or 40 work hours per credit hour). Prerequisites: EXS 1000 and EXS 2150. Three hours.

A course designed to give the student an opportunity to do individual research on a topic of interest in Exercise Science. Prerequisites: EXS 1000 and EXS 2150. Two hours.