| The general goals and
objectives for the Exercise Science majors are based upon
current guidelines and criteria established by nationally recognized
professional organizations in the field as well as the mission statement
of the university.
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Exercise Science
students should be able to: |
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Express/articulate a personal philosophy of health and wellness,
including the integration of the physical, social, emotional,
spiritual, and intellectual components.
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Use knowledge of functional anatomy and biomechanics to analyze
and evaluate movement and to prescribe exercises to prevent
injuries and enhance performance.
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Apply understanding of basic exercise physiology to exercise
evaluation and prescription in the areas of joint flexibility,
muscular strength/endurance, and aerobic/anaerobic training.
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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 professions.
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Be familiar with psychological factors (i.e., motivation, support)
that influence health behaviors and with strategies for
encouraging healthy patterns of behavior.
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Identify and demonstrate appropriate techniques for assessing and
evaluating health components (i.e., fitness, stress, body
composition, diet).
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Demonstrate competence in basic life support, first aid, and other
emergency procedures.
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Demonstrate and understanding of principles of nutrition, body
composition, and weight management when analyzing current status
and prescribing desirable changes.
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Understand the general principles and techniques relating to
stress/distress prevention and management.
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Demonstrate understanding of the basic principles of program
planning, management, evaluation, and administration of health and
wellness programs and facilities. |
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The exercise science and
wellness department is located in the Stewart Center (26th and Menlo) on
the campus of
the University of Sioux Falls.
To contact the department, you can call the University of Sioux
Falls at:
1-800-888-1047 or 1-605-331-5000
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