The application of mechanical principles in the study of the internal and external forces acting on the human body and the effects produced by those forces.

An in-depth study of the immediate and long-term effects of exercise on the human organism. The course will include topics such as the role of exercise in health-related issues as well as physical training for fitness and sports performance. Current areas of research and controversies in exercise physiology will also be discussed.

An analysis of written and motor performance tests in health, safety, physical education, and recreation. Practical experiences in the administration, scoring, and interpretation of motor performance tests are provided.

The course addresses fundamental principles of Exercise Science specifically as they relate to the testing and exercise prescription of apparently healthy individuals or individuals with a medically managed disease. The class will review concepts essential for successful completion of the American College of Sports Medicine's Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) and Certified Exercise Physiologist (EP-C) exams.

This course is designed as a variable credit course in which the topic can vary from semester-to-semester. A variety of topics will be offered in the areas of health promotion and health education. May be repeated up to a maximum of six credits.

A concentrated study in a specific sport or activity or field of emphasis in physical education. May be repeated to a maximum of six credits.

An analysis of research findings in the psychology of teaching and coaching with emphasis placed on those factors which influence the acquisition of motor skills as well as on the psychological benefits of exercise and sport.

This course will provide students with the knowledge to design strength and conditioning programs for athletes. In addition, students will learn how to teach strength training, flexibility, and plyometric exercises. This class prepares students for the National Strength and Conditioning Association's certifications.

KHP 577 is a three- or six-hour course which focuses on gaining practical experience in the professions of Kinesiology, Health Education and Health Promotion. It provides an opportunity for Kinesiology, Health Promotion minors and majors to apply the theories, knowledge and experiences gained from their coursework to real life situations.