The minor in exercise science is for undergraduate students from any discipline wishing to expand their understanding in this area. Exercise science is a discipline that examines the short- and long-term responses to exercise and benefits of exercise training for healthy persons, as well as persons with chronic diseases such as heart disease, pulmonary diseases, diabetes, and obesity. Through this minor, undergraduate students have an opportunity to broaden their understanding of exercise and physical activity in health promotion, disease prevention, and interventions. Students who elect a minor in exercise science may then apply to the Master of Science in Exercise Science upon graduation.
Complete all courses listed below unless otherwise indicated. Also complete any corequisite labs, recitations, clinicals, or tools courses where specified.
Exercise Science Requirements
A minimum grade of C is required in all courses taken toward the minor.
Required Courses
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| BIOL 2217 and BIOL 2218 | Integrated Anatomy and Physiology 1 and Lab for BIOL 2217 | 5 |
| BIOL 2219 and BIOL 2220 | Integrated Anatomy and Physiology 2 and Lab for BIOL 2219 | 5 |
| EXSC 4500 and EXSC 4501 | Exercise Physiology 1 and Lab for EXSC 4500 | 5 |
| EXSC 5200 | Cardiopulmonary Physiology | 3 |
| EXSC 5220 | Advanced Exercise Physiology | 3 |
GPA Requirement
2.000 GPA required in the minor