Exercise and Sport Science emphasis, Associate of Science
Students who successfully complete all Exercise and Sports Science emphasis, Associate of Science degree requirements will be able to:
- Design an individual, comprehensive program for physical fitness.
- Analyze factors associated with behavior change and motivation.
- Demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge of nutritional needs and weight management factors associated with physical activity, exercise, and sports participation.
- Participate in health screenings and fitness assessments with the ability to interpret and analyze results.
- Analyze the basic physiological responses of the body caused by disease, heredity, and other risk factors.
- Develop knowledge of career pathways and job opportunities in exercise sport science/Pre-therapy.
Program Course Requirements
See the graduation requirements for the Associate of Science degree. For information on the advised sequence of program courses, see the Exercise and Sport Science emphasis, Associate of Science Program Map.
General Education Courses
| CH 122 | College Chemistry II | 5 |
| or | |
| CH 222 | General Chemistry | 5 |
| CH 123 | College Chemistry III | 5 |
| or | |
| CH 223 | General Chemistry | 5 |
| COMM 111Z | Public Speaking | 4 |
| or | |
| COMM 218Z | Interpersonal Communication | 4 |
| MTH 111Z | Precalculus I: Functions | 4 |
| PE 231 | Lifetime Health & Fitness | 3 |
| WR 121Z | Composition I | 4 |
| Biological Sciences | 4 |
| Cultural Diversity | 3 |
| Difference Power & Oppression | 3 |
| Literature & the Arts | 3 |
| Social Processes & Institutions | 3 |
| Western Culture | 3 |
| Writing/Composition | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 44 |
CH 122 and CH 123: Four credits apply toward general education requirements; one credit applies toward program.
COMM 111Z and COMM 218Z: Three credits apply toward general education requirements; one credit applies toward program.
Core Courses
| CH 121 | College Chemistry | 5 |
| or | |
| CH 221 | General Chemistry | 5 |
| HE 100 | Introduction to Public Health | 4 |
| HE 225 | Social & Individual Health Determinants | 4 |
| PE 131 | Intro To Health And Physical Education | 3 |
| PE 212 | Sociocultural Dimensions Of Physical Activity | 3 |
| Mathematics | 4 |
| Electives | 20 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 46 |
Approved Program Electives
These courses may be taken to meet specific program requirements at OSU. Students should work with an advisor as soon as possible to select courses that fit their goals.
Pre-Therapy/Allied Health Electives
Recommended for students interested in Pre-Therapy/Allied Health.
Additional Approved Electives
These courses count towards the AS degree in Exercise and Sports Science (EXSS) at LBCC. They will transfer as lower division transfer credits but may not fulfill specific program requirements at OSU.
| BI 112 | Cell Biology for Health Occup | 4 |
| CH 112 | Chemistry for Health Occupations | 5 |
| CH 150 | Preparatory Chemistry | 3 |
| HE 125 | Occupational Safety and Health | 3 |
| HE 151 | Drugs in Society | 3 |
| HE 204 | Exercise & Weight Management | 3 |
| HE 207 | Relaxation for Stress Management | 3 |
| HE 220 | Intro to Epidemiology/Health Data Analysis | 3 |
| HE 252 | First Aid | 3 |
| HE 256 | Foundations of Public Health Education and Promotion | 4 |
| HE 267 | Wellness Coaching Fundamentals | 3 |
| HE 280 | CWE Health | 1 TO 12 |
| or | |
| PE 280 | CWE | |
| PE 194H | Foundations of Strength Training and Conditioning | 4 |
| PE 270 | Sport Psychology | 3 |
Students can take 3 credits of HE 280 Cooperative Work Experience (CWE).
Total Credit Hours: 90