Applied Kinesiology (APK)

Current concepts, selected problems or issues pertaining to Human Performance are examined by pre-program majors. Topics vary according to recent developments in Human Performance.

Examination of physical fitness assessment techniques, procedures and protocols, including how to prescribe exercise for apparently healthy populations and special populations.

APK 3125L is the accompanying laboratory course to APK 3125. In this course students practice skills utilized to assess and provide guidelines for physical fitness.

A study of personal fitness and wellness concepts. Students evaluate their own personal fitness level and provide opportunities to develop and improve their personal fitness and wellness lifestyle.

Students explore the six foundational sciences of human structure and function. Content focuses on the study of the anatomical, biochemical, behavioral, biomechanical, physiological and developmental aspects of movement science.

Sciences of human structure and function. Content builds on prior course and focuses on study and application of anatomical, biomechanical/kinesiological, and physiological aspects of movement science.

Examines the function of pharmacological and ergogenic aids as they relate to exercise and injury management. Integrates the knowledge, skill and professional responsibility within pharmacologic and ergogenic aid application.

Current concepts, selected problems or issues pertaining to Human Performance are examined by program majors. Topics vary according to recent developments in Human Performance.

This course provides an introduction to critical thinking, information literacy, research design, statistical reasoning, and interpretation of the medical literature. Topics include protection of human subjects, the research question, research methods, issues of measurement, models of experimental and non-experimental designs, and an overview of parametric and on-parametric statistics. The topics provide a basis for understanding and interpreting the literature for use in evidence-based practice.

Students explore in detail concepts related to the psychological aspects surrounding sport and human performance. This course explores psychological concepts and principles from an applied perspective to human performance and sport. Additional Information: Students will have the opportunity to practice skills related to psychological constructs of physical fitness program design and human performance.

Study of exercise physiology in populations that are diagnosed with cardiac, pulmonary, metabolic and musculoskeletal diseases.

Examination of relationship between macronutrients, micronutrients, metabolic intermediates to human performance.

Students explore in detail the acute and chronic responses to exercise. This course will explore metabolic, neuromuscular, respiratory and cardiovascular physiological concepts and principles with practical application to human performance and sport.

Students explore in detail the acute and chronic responses to exercise. Course explores metabolic, neuromuscular, respiratory and cardiovascular physiological concepts and principles with practical application to human performance and sports.

Examination of methods on developing muscular fitness for health and skill-related fitness. Course also explores advanced physical fitness conditioning techniques for apparently health populations and special populations.

APK 4138L is the accompanying laboratory course to APK 4138. In this course students practice skills utilized to assess and provide guidelines for advanced physical fitness and human performance programs.

Investigates the aspects of entering health and wellness professions including preparation for the national examinations, licensure, negotiating employment, career development and consultation.

Community-based experience providing an opportunity for the student to apply previously learned concepts and skills.

Course synthesizing knowledge and skills gained throughout the exercise science program in a community-based experience. Explore the exercise science professional’s role within interdisciplinary work environment during a 16 week experiential learning opportunity. Additional information: students work under the supervision of a community professional. Practice settings and course activities vary and are negotiated between the student and course faculty.

The capstone project provides students with the opportunity to explore a topic in Exercise Science through focused study and applied research under the direction of a faculty member.