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  • EXSC 7580: App Principle Human Nutrition

    3.00 Credits
    Pennsylvania Western University

    This course covers the basic concepts physiological components and science of human nutrition. Dietary requirements and recommendations, nutrient composition of foods, assessment of nutritional status, physical activity, and relationship of human nutrition to health and disease prevention will be covered.
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  • EXSC 7590: Tact Strngth & Cond Prgm Dsgn

    3.00 Credits
    Pennsylvania Western University

    This course provides a systematic approach to designing effective strength and conditioning programs for the tactical professional. The student will assess and analyze job demands and athlete capabilities from a bio-mechanical and metabolic perspective. The student will utilize the results of these analyses in conjunction with principles of strength and conditioning to guide the design of a safe and effective training program. The student will scale and adapt idealistic programs to realistic constraints encountered within the tactical training environment. Prerequisite:    EXSC 7190
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  • EXSC 7600: Leadership/Professional Dev

    3.00 Credits
    Pennsylvania Western University

    This course is intended to prepare students for the leadership decisions and actions that are inherent in practice as well as every-day life issues. Professional and personal growth are discussed at great length and principles and applications of personal leadership practices will be explored in depth. Techniques for managing change and empowering others also are included in this course. Topics related to effective leadership are issues of communication, motivation, delegation, team building, and quality improvement. Finally, students will have the opportunity to perform a SWOT analysis on their business or self (whichever is applicable). This culminating activity is designed to strengthen the students' leadership abilities and skills.
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  • EXSC 7650: Nutrition for Peak Performance

    3.00 Credits
    Pennsylvania Western University

    An in-depth examination of contemporary issues such as performance enhancement dietary supplements, dietary lipids and heart disease, dietary fiber and health, influence of lifestyle factors on nutrition. Controversies in nutrition, ergogenic aides, hydration, and eating disorders are also discussed. Energy and nutrient needs for activity with emphasis on particular physical and athletic activities; common myths and fallacies concerning diet and athletic performance; and appropriate dietary approaches for specific activities and active people. This course is a dually listed course applicable to the Master of Science, Exercise Science and Health Promotion, and to the Doctor of Health Science, Health Science and Exercise Leadership, within the department of Exercise Science and Sport Studies.
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  • EXSC 7700: Exercise Physiology

    3.00 Credits
    Pennsylvania Western University

    This course offers a comprehensive discussion of the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed for American College of Sports Medicine certifications and current clinical practices in sports medicine. Emphasis will be placed on the value and application of exercise testing and prescription in persons with and without chronic disease. Special topics to be addressed include, exercise prescription in children, the elderly, pulmonary patients, cardiac patients, and pregnant women. This course is a dually listed course applicable to the Master of Science, Exercise Science and Health Promotion, and to the Doctor of Health Science, Health Science and Exercise Leadership, within the department of Exercise Science and Sport Studies.
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  • EXSC 7740: Current Topics in Golf

    3.00 Credits
    Pennsylvania Western University

    This course examines topics, tends and technology that impacts the way golf performance professionals approach teaching and training. In a world where new technologies allow for faster and more precise data, the student will need to examine the data, compare it with previous research and create informed solutions to improve player performance.
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  • EXSC 7800: Cur Topic Perform Enhance

    3.00 Credits
    Pennsylvania Western University

    The purpose of this course is to increase student understanding of various performance enhancement and injury prevention issues facing America and the world today. This course introduces students to the field of exercise science as a discipline and profession with a specific focus on contemporary topics facing all performance enhancement and injury prevention professionals.
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  • EXSC 7810: Cur Topic in Fit & Wellness

    3.00 Credits
    Pennsylvania Western University

    The purpose of this course is to increase student understanding of various fitness and wellness issues facing America and the world today. This course introduces students to the field of exercise science as a discipline and profession with a specific focus on contemporary topics facing all fitness and wellness professionals.
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  • EXSC 7820: Current Topic Rehabilitation

    3.00 Credits
    Pennsylvania Western University

    The purpose of this course is to increase student understanding of various rehabilitation issues facing America and the world today. This course focuses students toward the ever-changing contemporary issues that impact direct and indirect client care.
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  • EXSC 7830: Special Topic Sport Psych

    3.00 Credits
    Pennsylvania Western University

    This course is designed to cover a diverse range of professional issues related to sport psychology. Various organizations (Division 47 of the American Psychological Association and the Association for the Advancement of Applied Sport Psychology) affiliated with sport psychology and ethical concerns will be addressed.
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