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  • EXSC 4050: Obesity Physiology and Physical Activity

    3.00 Credits
    Utah Valley University

    Prerequisite(s): EXSC 2700G and University Advanced Standing. Pre- or Corequisite(s): ZOOL 2420 and ZOOL 2425. Provides a broad understanding of the negative health impacts of obesity on physiology. Focuses on exercise modalities that are safe and appropriate as means to treat and ameliorate the negative health consequences of obesity.
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  • EXSC 4100: Physiology of Aging

    3.00 Credits
    Utah Valley University

    Prerequisite(s): ZOOL 2320 (or 2320H), ZOOL 2325 (or 2320L), ZOOL 2420 (or 2420H), ZOOL 2425 (or 2420L), and Pre or Co-requisite EXSC 2700G all with a C- or higher and (MATH 1050 or MATH 1055), and University Advanced Standing.. Examines physiological changes which accompany the advancement of age, including age-related changes in body composition, musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, pulmonary, and endocrine systems. Addresses solutions to exercise barriers and adherence, physical activity and exercise recommendations for functional health.
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  • EXSC 4200: Exercise Metabolism

    3.00 Credits
    Utah Valley University

    Prerequisite(s): ZOOL 2320 (or 2320H), ZOOL 2325 (or 2320L), ZOOL 2420 (or 2420H), ZOOL 2425 (or 2420L), EXSC 2700G all with a C- or higher and (MATH 1050 or MATH 1055), and University Advanced Standing. Examines how exercise affects the functioning of human and animal organisms at the molecular level. Focuses on the tools of basic principles of biochemistry and teaches how to use the tools to understand how exercise affects metabolism. Studies how to use biochemical tests to assess an exercising person's health and performance.
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  • EXSC 4300: Research Methods in Exercise Science and Outdoor Recreation

    3.00 Credits
    Utah Valley University

    Prerequisite(s): EXSC Majors: ZOOL 2320 (or 2320H), ZOOL 2420 (or 2420H), and Pre or Co-requisite EXSC 2700G all with a C- or higher and (MATH 1050 or MATH 1055). REC Majors: ZOOL 1090 and Pre or Co-requisite REC 2200 both with a C- or higher and (STAT 1040 or STAT 1045 or MATH 1050 or MATH 1055). All: University Advanced Standing.. Introduces students to key research in their field. Emphasizes analytical and interpretive skills. Develops scientific writing skills. Promotes design and utilization of comprehensive research methodologies commonly applied in Exercise Science and Outdoor Recreation.
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  • EXSC 4400: Physical Activity Promotion in the Community

    3.00 Credits
    Utah Valley University

    Prerequisite(s): ZOOL 2320 (or 2320H), ZOOL 2325 (or 2320L), ZOOL 2420 (or 2420H), ZOOL 2425 (or 2420L), EXSC 2700G all with a C- or higher and (MATH 1050 or MATH 1055), and University Advanced Standing. Emphasizes concepts related to physical activity promotion in the community. Critically reviews literature associated with physical activity programming in communities including barriers to physical activity participation, behavioral change theory, and social, environmental, and biological factors that influence physical activity behavior. Promotes application of concepts developed in class through introductory supervised field experience.
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  • EXSC 4500: Advanced Sports Nutrition

    3.00 Credits
    Utah Valley University

    Prerequisite(s): ZOOL 2320 (or 2320H), ZOOL 2325 (or 2320L), ZOOL 2420 (or 2420H), ZOOL 2425 (or 2420L), EXSC 2700G and Pre or Co-requisite EXSC 3700 and 3705 all with a C- or higher and (MATH 1050 or MATH 1055), and University Advanced Standing. Designed to provide exercise science students a comprehensive understanding of basic nutritional principles as they relate to sports.
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  • EXSC 4550: Principles of Strength and Conditioning

    3.00 Credits
    Utah Valley University

    Prerequisite(s): EXSC 3500 and EXSC 3700 and EXSC 3705 all with a C- or higher and University Advanced Standing. Evaluates knowledge of physiological principles and training techniques used in strength and conditioning. Investigates guidelines from the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA). Prepares students for several sections of the NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist exam.
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  • EXSC 4600: Advanced Biomechanics

    3.00 Credits
    Utah Valley University

    Prerequisite(s): ZOOL 2320 (or 2320H), ZOOL 2325 (or 2320L), ZOOL 2420 (or 2420H), ZOOL 2425 (or 2420L), EXSC 2700G all with a C- or higher and (MATH 1050 or MATH 1055), and University Advanced Standing. Pre- or Corequisite(s): EXSC 3730. Teaches the application of mechanical principles to the development of motor skills. Includes research and technology utilized in the field of biomechanics.Course fee of $20 for supplies applies.
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  • EXSC 4650: Applied Sports Science

    3.00 Credits
    Utah Valley University

    Prerequisite(s): ZOOL 2320 (or 2320H), ZOOL 2325 (or 2320L), ZOOL 2420 (or 2420H), ZOOL 2425 (or 2420L), EXSC 2700G, EXSC 3500, EXSC 3700, EXSC 3705, and (MATH 1050 or MATH 1055), all with a C- or higher, and University Advanced Standing. Introduces students to tasks commonly completed by sports scientists. Students will learn how and when to use state-of-the-art technology to collect and analyze human performance data and disseminate the results.
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  • EXSC 4670: Athlete Programming

    3.00 Credits
    Utah Valley University

    Prerequisite(s): EXSC 3700 with a C- or higher and University Advanced Standing. Introduces students to the science and art of programming exercise for athletic performance and resiliency through published research and hands-on testing to guide programming.
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