Department of Kinesiology
Exercise Science Major
Degree Requirements
Advising Sheet - Catalog Year 09-10 - Current (PDF)
Advising Sheet - Catalog Year Previous - 08-09 (PDF)
Exercise Science Advising Manual (PDF)
Exerpt of 09-10 Advising Manual:
Students majoring in Exercise Science examine the relationship between exercise and human performance and the role of physical activity in the promotion of healthy lifestyles. Exercise Science consists of several overlapping disciplines, including biomechanics, exercise physiology and biochemistry, growth and development, exercise nutrition, measurement and evaluation, and exercise psychology. The program of study is designed to provide an effective blend of classroom instruction and practical experience.
Following graduation, students are strongly encouraged to seek professional certification through the American College of Sports Medicine or the National Strength and Conditioning Association to enhance their opportunities for employment. Students graduating with a Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science are prepared for the following entry-level positions:
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an exercise/ fitness specialist, group fitness instructor, or personal trainer (potential employment settings include corporate fitness programs, community exercise/ wellness settings, health clubs, and similar fitness related organizations)
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a strength and conditioning coach (potential employment settings include high school, college, and professional sport teams)
The program also serves as a foundation for pursuing health-related careers as a physical therapist or physician's assistant as well as graduate studies.
Course Requirements
KNES Required Core |
| KNES 217 |
Functional Anatomy for EXSC (3) |
| KNES 297 |
Foundations of EXSC (3) |
| KNES 309 |
Tests and Measurements (3) |
| KNES 311 |
Biomechanics (3) |
| KNES 313 |
Physiology of Exercise (3) |
| KNES 315 |
Care & Prevention of Athletic Injuries (3) |
| KNES 361 |
Exercise Psychology (3) |
| KNES 363 |
Nutrition for Sport & Exercise (3) |
| KNES 365 |
Exercise Testing & Prescription (3) |
| KNES 369 |
Clinical Competencies & Fieldwork in EXSC (4) |
| KNES 372 |
Practical & Instructional Skills in Exercise Leadership (3) |
| KNES 398 |
Internship in Exercise Science
(two 3 credit internships or one 6 credit internship) (6) |
| KNES 469 |
Research Methods in EXSC (3) |
KNES Elective (Select one course) |
| KNES 406 |
Exercise Prescription & Programming for Special Populations (3) |
| KNES 407 |
Advanced Principles of Strength & Conditioning (3) |
| KNES 420 |
Advanced Exercise Physiology (3) |
Additional Required Courses |
| BIOL 190 |
Intro to Biology for Health Professions (4) |
| BIOL 213 |
Anatomy & Physiology I (4) |
| BIOL 214 |
Anatomy & Physiology II (4) |
CHEM 105
or
CHEM 110* |
Chemistry for Allied Health Professionals (4)
General Chemistry I (4) * |
| HLTH 101 |
Wellness for a Diverse Society (3) |
PHYS 202
or
PHYS 211* |
Physics for Allied Hlth. Prof. (5)
General Physics I (4) * |
| PSYC 101 |
Introduction to Psychology (3) |
| *Students planning to pursue graduate studeis in Physical Therapy or EXSC related fields should consider taking CHEM 110 (not CHEM 105) and PHYS 211 (not PHYS 202) |
Prerequisite Information for KNES courses
Course |
Prerequisite |
| KNES 217 |
BIOL 213; KNES 297 or KNES 291; academic major: EXSC or ATTR |
| KNES 297 |
EXSC major only |
| KNES 309 |
MATH 109, 111, 115, 119, 211, 231, 273, 274 or 275 |
| KNES 311 |
BIOL 213; BIOL 214 |
| KNES 313 |
BIOL 213; BIOL 214 |
| KNES 361 |
PSYC 101 |
| KNES 363 |
BIOL 213; BIOL 214 |
| KNES 365 |
KNES 313 |
| KNES 369 |
BIOL 213; BIOL 214; KNES 313; concurrent with KNES 365 |
| KNES 372 |
KNES 311; KNES 313 |
| KNES 395 |
KNES 365; KNES 369 |
| KNES 398 |
KNES 369; cum gpa 2.5 or higher; academic major EXSC |
| KNES 406 |
KNES 365; KNES 369 |
| KNES 407 |
KNES 311; KNES 313 |
| KNES 420 |
KNES 313 |
| KNES 469 |
KNES 309; senior status in EXSC (i.e., enrolled in or successful completed KNES 365 & 369) |
Department of Kinesiology
Towson Center, Room 200
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Phone: 410-704-2376
Fax: 410-704-3912
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