Exercise Science, Minor
The Exercise Science minor is available to all non-EXPER majors. This minor is ideal for other majors interested in Exercise Science or Strength and Conditioning.
Specific Requirement for Exercise Science Minor
- Complete the credit hour requirement of the minor;
- Complete all required coursework with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher;
- Earn a minimum grade of a “C” in all minor courses;
- Repeat minor courses with a grade of “D” or lower until a grade of “C” or higher is achieved;
- Possess content knowledge and skills necessary for their perspective fields of study;
- Evaluate and integrate critical concepts and skills acquired in the EXPER program to common professional problems in the fields of interest; and
- Exhibit effective oral and written communication regarding subjects related to EXPER in an individual and group setting.
(for Non-EXPER Majors)
Course | Title | Credits |
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Required Courses | ||
EPER 101 | INTRO TO EXPER | 2.0 |
BIOL 112 | NUTRITION | 3 |
EPER 162 | PERSONAL HEALTH | 3.0 |
EPER 162L | PERSONAL HEALTH LAB | 1.0 |
EPER 300 or Higher Level | Select 9 credits of Student Electives | 9 |
Select 2 credits of Exercise Science and Health Promotion Electives (see below) | 2 | |
Total Credits | 20 |
1 | Students pursuing the WEA Outdoor Leadership Certification must enroll in REC 102 MOUNTAIN ORIENTATION (2.00 c.h.) and complete additional leading experiences as per the certification requirements. |
Exercise Science Electives
Course | Title | Credits |
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EPER 102 | MOUNTAIN ORIENTATION | 2.0 |
EPER 103 | WINTER ORIENTATION | 2.0 |
EPER 104 | DESERT ORIENTATION | 2.0 |
EPER 106L | MARTIAL ARTS AND SELF-DEFENSE | 1.0 |
EPER 126L | PERSONAL FITNESS | 1.0 |
EPER 108L | YOGA | 1.0 |
EPER 109L | VOLLEYBALL | 1.0 |
EPER 110L | WEIGHT TRAINING | 1.0 |
EPER 112L | ROCK CLIMBING | 1.0 |
EPER 113L | WHITEWATER BOATING | 1.0 |
EPER 114L | BASIC MOUNTAINEERING TECHNIQUES | 1.0 |
EPER 116L | CAMPING | 1.0 |
EPER 117L | BACKPACKING | 1.0 |
EPER 118L | FLY FISHING | 1.0 |
EPER 120L | INTRODUCTION TO SEARCH AND RESCUE | 1.0 |
EPER 119L | WALKING FOR FITNESS | 1.0 |
EPER 123L | ZUMBA | 1.0 |
EPER 174L | TENNIS | 1.0 |
EPER 128L | AEROBICS | 1.0 |
EPER 175L | RACQUETBALL | 1.0 |
EPER 176L | LIFE GUARD TRAINING | 2.0 |
EPER 205L | SNOW SPORTS II | 1.0 |
EPER 208L | YOGA II | 1.0 |