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Nov 21, 2024
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UofM 2019-2020 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Health Studies - Exercise, Sport & Movement Sciences Concentration, (B.S.)
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Health Studies (B.S.)
Program objectives for a B.S. in Health Studies are: (a) to demonstrate critical thinking skills, specifically in the areas of evaluating evidence and understanding sources; (b) to demonstrate proficiency in written and oral communication and computer utilization; (c) to use knowledge of functional anatomy and biomechanics to analyze and evaluate movement and to prescribe exercises to prevent injuries and enhance performance; (d) to recognize risk factors (i.e., cardiovascular, metabolic, musculoskeletal) and their relationship to physical activity, nutrition and other lifestyle behaviors; identify risk factors, which may require consultation with medical or allied health professionals (e) to demonstrate an understanding of principles and research-based guidelines for nutrition, body composition, and weight management when analyzing current status and prescribing desirable changes; (f) to demonstrate understanding of the basic principles of program planning, management, evaluation, and administration of health and wellness programs and facilities.
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Exercise, Sport & Movement Sciences (51 hours):
Electives (19 hours)
Selected in consultation with advisor to bring the total number of credit hours to 120. Guided Electives.
In some of the above courses, variable hours of supervised laboratory/field experience will be required.
Typical 4-Year Exercise, Sport, & Movement Sciences Concentration Sequence
Total Hours Required for Graduation: 120
*Must satisfy University General Education Program Requirement
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