Undergraduate Program

Undergraduate Program

Exercise Science Program

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Exercise Science

"Old" Program (prior to Fall 2010 semester)

 


Coursework

The following courses are required for the Exercise Science Major.

Note:  Some courses may be offered during Summer Sessions I or II.  Consult the scheduling guide for specifics.

To view a course description from the WMU Undergraduate Catalog, click on the Course Number and the course information will open in a new window.

Click here to view the B.S. in Exercise Science Program Guide

Course Number
Course Title Semester(s) Offered
Required Cognates:
Principles of Biology and Lab (4 cr) Consult Schedule Book
BIOS 2110 Human Anatomy (4 cr) Consult Schedule Book
BIOS 2400 Human Physiology (4 cr) Consult Schedule Book
Healthy Living (2 cr) Fall, Spring
Required Courses:
Foundations of Exercise Science (3 cr) Fall, Spring
Biomechanics (3 cr) Fall, Spring
Stress Management and Flexibility (2 cr) Fall, Spring
Exercise Physiology (3 cr) Fall, Spring
Measurement and Evaluation in HPER (3 cr) Fall, Spring
Cardiovascular Health (2 cr) Fall
Modifications of Health Behavior (2 cr) Fall, Spring
Foundations of Sports Injuries (2 cr) Fall, Spring
HPER 3950 Cardiovascular Endurance: Aerobic Conditioning (2 cr) Fall, Spring
HPER 3960 Muscular Strength and Endurance (2 cr) Fall, Spring
HPER 3970 Body Composition and Weight Control (2 cr) Fall
HPER 4440 Professional Development in Exercise Science (3 cr) Fall, Spring
HPER 4450 Exercise Testing and Prescription (3 cr) Fall, Spring
HPER 4690 Fitness Management (2 cr) Fall, Spring
HPER 4800 Basic Electrocardiography (2 cr) Fall, Spring
HPER 4910 Exercise for Special Populations (3 cr) Fall, Spring
HPER 4980 Exercise Science Internship (6 cr) All

For more information on HPER 4980 Exercise Science Internship, please follow this link.

 

 

Exercise Science/Physiology Program
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo MI 49008-5426 USA
(269) 387-2706 | (269) 387-2704 Fax
chris.cheatham@wmich.edu