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EXSC 468

Exercise Prescription

Exercise Sciences College of Life Sciences

Course Description

Applying knowledge of human physiology in developing appropriate exercise programs for individuals with a variety of needs and fitness levels; using the effects of exercise to improve health and quality of life.

When Taught

Fall and Winter

Grade Rule

Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)

Min

3

Fixed

3

Fixed

2.5

Fixed

0.5

Title

Preparticipation Screening

Learning Outcome

Students will perform preparticipation screening to minimize the risk of participation in an exercise program.

Title

Assessments

Learning Outcome

Select appropriate cardiorespiratory fitness, muscular strength/endurance, and flexibility assessments to tailor exercise prescription and provide personal feedback during goal attainment.

Title

Programs for Healthy Adults

Learning Outcome

Create a personalized activity or exercise program that will enable an apparently healthy individual to accomplish a specific physical, health, or performance goal.

Title

Adapted Programs

Learning Outcome

Tailor exercise programs to individuals with controlled chronic disease or musculoskeletal limitations.

Title

Programs for All Ages

Learning Outcome

Prescribe life-stage-appropriate exercise programs for individuals across the lifespan.

Title

Motivation

Learning Outcome

Motivate successful behavior change in others and promote continued progress toward their personal goals.