The Exercise Science major is concerned with the many aspects of human movement and its application to physical activity and movement skills.
The Exercise Science major explores a full continuum of processes and outcomes, and is concerned with individuals ranging from young to old, healthy to diseased and skilled to unskilled. It prepares individuals for employment in clinical, commercial fitness, cardiac rehabilitation, exercise physiology, corporate wellness, and related professions, as well as being an excellent pre-professional program for students interested in entering physical therapy, occupational therapy, chiropractic, or medical schools. This is accomplished by offering a program of study with a focus on exercise and sport science that also encompasses other fields of science such as anatomy, physiology, chemistry, physics, health, and nutrition. Majors are also prepared to take certifying examinations offered by the American College of Sports Medicine (ASCM) or the American Council on Exercise (ACE).
The Exercise Science major has been successful in preparing its students for the career choices that they have made. The major has prepared students for graduate studies in exercise science, physical therapy, occupational therapy, or chiropractic medicine at many fine institutions such as Duke University, The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Elon University, The University of Maryland, The University of Texas - Medical Branch, The Medical University of South Carolina, Virginia Commonwealth University, St. Augustine University, Old Dominion University, the Palmer College of Chiropractic and many more.
If you have any questions or need further information, please contact:
Dr. Tony Kemerly
Chair, Department of Exercise and Sport Science
Sport Studies Graduate Program Director
Coordinator, Exercise Science Major
High Point University
833 Montlieu Ave.
High Point, NC 27262-3598
(336) 841-4653
skemerly@highpoint.edu
Faculty teaching in Exercise Science Major:
Dr. Tony Kemerly
Kimberly Reich
Curriculum
BIO 206 – Human Physiology
BIO 207 – Human Anatomy
EXS 200 – Introduction to Exercise Science
EXS 209 – Intro to Clinical Evaluation & Exercise Testing
EXS 215 – Exercise Prescription & Training
EXS 249 – Personal Health
EXS 315 – Kinesiology
EXS 327 – Exercise Physiology
EXS 350 – Nutrition
EXS 498 – Field Experience in Exercise Science
EXS 499 – Senior Seminar
CHM 101 – Gen. Chemistry I
CHM 102 – Gen. Chemistry II
MTH 141 – Pre-Calculus Algebra & Trigonometry
PHY 211 – Gen. Physics I
PHY 212 – Gen. Physics II
SPE 203 – Interpersonal Communication
STS 220 – Statistics
Suggested Electives
BIO 301 – Comparative Anatomy
PEC 333 – Motor Development/Motor Control
PSY 260 – Biopsychology
PSY 320 – Abnormal Psychology
PSY 361 – Health Psychology
Course Descriptions
EXS 200 – Introduction to Exercise Science
This course explores exercise science literature that includes both theories and applications and the major themes in the field as they pertain to a variety of populations.
EXS 209 – Intro to Clinical Evaluation & Exercise Testing
An introduction to the basic concepts in clinical evaluations and exercise testing for the exercise science professional, including palpation, special tests, neurological evaluation, goniometry, body fat assessment, and various fitness tests.
EXS 215 – Exercise Prescription & Training
A study of the basic physiological principles and their application to the prescription of exercise and the administration of conditioning programs, for individuals of differing ages, health status, and occupational status. Students will gain experience and knowledge in designing and leading various fitness activities.
EXS 249 – Personal Health
A study of the curricula and content of current personal health programs.
EXS 315 – Kinesiology
A study of contemporary techniques of analyzing movement, the mechanical principles underlying efficient and proficient movement and proper movement patterns.
EXS 327 – Exercise Physiology
A study of physiological causation of activity and the effect of activity upon the organic systems of the body.
EXS 350 – Nutrition
Study of effects of foods and other ingests on athletic performance. Diet analysis, special diets, weight control, and the use of ergogenic aids.
EXS 498 – Field Experience in Exercise Science
This course gives the student the opportunity to gain work experience in the field of exercise science. This is accomplished by allowing them the opportunity to intern at an exercise related site, such as physical therapy, occupational therapy, cardiac rehabilitation, personal training, chiropractic medicine, or any other agreed upon fields in an attempt to give the student experience with their particular career goal.
EXS 499 – Senior Seminar
Independent study, research, and reports in exercise science.