BS in Exercise Science & Wellness

Courses

ESW 201 Sport, Functional Training and Performance I
Students receive instruction and experience in functional training of athletes and non-athletes for strength, balance, stability, agility, power and flexibility using a systematic progressive approach. Student learns basic exercises. Additional time is required other than the standard meeting times. This course has an additional fee.
Credits: 1
Every Fall

ESW 202 Sport, Functional Training and Performance II
Students receive instruction and experience in functional training of athletes for balance, agility, power and flexibility. Using a systematic progressive approach, student progresses to more advanced and challenging exercises. Additional time is required other than the standard meeting times. The pre-requisite of ESW 201 is required or permission of the Division.
Credits: 1
Every Spring

ESW 202 Adapted Aquatics for People with Multiple Sclerosis
This course introduces principles of exercise in an aquatic environment and approaches to adapt aquatic exercise for people with multiple sclerosis (MS). Through lecture, simulations, laboratory and hands-on experience students learn about MS and how to organize and adapt activities to meet each individual's needs. Students will support participants with MS in the aquatic sessions and will develop knowledge and leadership skills in co-leading sessions. Students will learn principles of safety in the aquatic environment and how to assist people effectively.
Credits: 3
Every Spring

ESW 220 Anatomy of Exercise
This course will investigate the mechanics of movement and the means by which movement can be analyzed and improved. This course explores basic exercise vocabulary structured to include a comprehensive look at muscle origin, insertion, actions and nerve innervations. This course will include lecture and practical experiences. 3 credits. Offered every semester. BIO 137 must be taken as a Pre- or Co-Requisite.
Credits: 3
Every Fall and Spring

ESW 221 Introduction to Physical Education and Exercise Science
This course provides an overview of professions in exercise science, physical education, and athletic training including career opportunities, certifications, professional standards critical current issues and professional organizations. Students will also learn about the role and implemenation of interprofessional practice within each field of study.
Credits: 2
Every Fall and Spring

ESW 232 Health Advocacy and Wellness for people with Intellectual Disabilities
This course introduces principles of health advocacy and wellness into an adult day habilitation environment at LIU for adults with intellectual disabilities. Through lecture, simulations, laboratory and hands-on experiences, students learn about intellectual disabilities and how to organize, adapt and present wellness activities such as health eating, stress reduction, basic first aid, relaxation, exercise and socialization to meet each individual's needs. Students will support participants with intellectual disabilities in the wellness classes and develop knowledge and leadership skills in co-leading sessions. Students will learn principles of safety and how to assist people to become more independent.
Credits: 3
Every Fall, Spring and Summer

ESW 235 Exercise and Wellness for Individuals with Multiple Sclerosis
Through lectures and hands-on experience, students will learn to design and implement exercise and wellness programs for individuals with Multiple Sclerosis. In both individual and group settings, students will conduct flexibility, cardiovascular, and strength training programs to improve physical function and quality of life. In addition, wellness education will focus on developing healthy lifestyles in areas of nutrition, stress management, relaxation, etc. Students will learn functional assessments of individuals with Multiple Sclerosis performed by the faculty member of the program and will learn ethical and safety standards during evaluation and exercise. The lecture portion of the class will provide students with basic information about the causes, symptoms, progression, and treatment of Multiple Sclerosis with special emphasis on the roles of exercise and wellness. Students will become familiar with the role of community support groups and how to build positive social-emotional relationships with their clients as health care professionals.
Credits: 3
Cross-Listings: ESW 235, HS 235
On Demand

ESW 251 Functional Kinesiology
The class explores the science of human motion from a neuromuscular perspective. Emphasis will be on the application of knowledge relative to the movements, vocabulary and training principles in health sciences. Areas of course emphasis will include: Functional anatomical review of the musculoskeletal system, review of muscle morphology and an examination of movement patterns and configurations. BIO 137 must be taken as a Pre- or Co-Requisite.
Credits: 3
Every Fall and Spring

ESW 252 Exercise Physiology I
This course will consider the physiologic effects of exercise on the human body, covering topics such as bioenergetics, energy transfer and thermogenics. The effect of activating on several physiologic support systems (i.e. pulmonary, circulatory, neuromuscular, and hormonal will be discussed in detail. The pre-requisite of BIO 237 or CHE 1 is required.
Credits: 3
Cross-Listings: ESW 252, PE 252
Every Fall

ESW 254 Adapted Physical Education I
This course provides students with an understanding of the physical, psychosocial and medical characteristics of people with various disabilities. Based on assessment, students learn to adapt exercise, physical activity and sports programs to the unique abilities, needs and preferences of each individual. In addition, students learn to analyze case studies and write individualized education plans (IEPs) in Adapted Physical Education.
Credits: 3
Every Fall

ESW 256 Evaluation in Health and Fitness
This course combines measurement and evaluation, theory coupled with laboratory experiences in the physical assessment of health and fitness. The objective of this course is to provide the student with a broad understanding of pre-participation screening, risk stratification and assessment of strength, muscular endurance, muscular power, body composition, and flexibility.
Credits: 3
Cross-Listings: ESW 256, PE 256
Every Fall and Spring

ESW 264 Field Experience
This course is an opportunity for students to apply knowledge and skills at an assigned field experience site according to their field of study. Each student will work closely with their site supervisor and faculty adviser to complete assignments. Students will be required to attend all classes and complete a minimum of 90 hours at their field experience site. This course requires additional hours other than the standard meeting times listed in the schedule of classes. This course has an additional fee.
Credits: 3
Every Fall, Spring and Summer

ESW 275 Fitness Marketing, Social Media and Management
In this course students will learn critical marketing skills such as how to create a website, an Instagram page, a business Facebook page, a business card and other relevant activities. In addition, they will develop customer service, administrative and facility management skills that are essential for health and fitness professionals, personal trainers and health coaches. The course will provide students with a strong business foundation to become future leaders, managers and entrepreneurs in the fitness industry.
Pre requisite: ESW 256
Credits: 3
On Occasion

ESW 293 Exercise Training for Individuals With Parkinson's Disease
Through lecture and clinical study students will learn to design exercise training programs for individuals with Parkinson's disease in a group setting by implementing cardiovascular and resistance training to improve and maintain physical function and quality of life. Students will become familiar with the role of community-based support groups and how to build a relationship as health professionals with support group members. Students will observe functional assessments of individuals with Parkinson's performed by faculty and staff of the program and will learn about ethical and safety standards during evaluation and exercise. The lecture portion of the class will provide basic information about the causes, presentation, progression, and treatment of Parkinson's disease with special emphasis on the role of exercise as a non-medical treatment. The role of government funding and advocacy will also be considered for conditions like Parkinson's disease that require significant long-term financial, health, and socio-emotional support.
Credits: 3
Cross-Listings: ESW 293, HS 293
Every Fall and Spring

ESW 303 Exercise Prescription I
This course is designed to teach students how to prescribe exercise for healthy individuals based on information gathered in the fitness evaluation, client health history and lifestyle questionnaire. Areas addressed will include flexibility, strength, cardio-respiratory endurance and body composition. Laboratory experiences and case studies are used to study problems and develop exercise solutions.
Credits: 3
Every Fall and Spring

ESW 312 Yoga 101
This course will give students an introduction to the foundations of Ashtanga Yoga's Primary Series. The focus will be on practice, with an emphasis on the integration of breathing, posture, and mental concentration.
Credits: 2
Cross-Listings: ESW 312, HS 312
Every Fall and Spring

ESW 315 Principles of Resistance Training
This course will introduce students to the fundamental skills, and principles behind resistance training. Students will learn proper exercise techniques utilizing free weights, machines, bands and other various forms of exercise modalities.
Credits: 3
Every Fall and Spring

ESW 323 Yoga in Action
Students will read and discuss several aspects of Yoga's place in the contemporary world, in the context of its historical, philosophical, and sociological implications. The lecture component will be supported and complimented by regular practice in the lab, so that students come away with an understanding of both the theoretical and practical aspects of yoga, as well as the relationship between them.
Credits: 3
Cross-Listings: ESW 323, HS 323
Every Fall and Spring

ESW 339 Health and Wellness
This course provides a holistic approach of what it really means to be healthy today. It explores the positive mind and body relationship to achieve a healthy and active lifestyle. Topics include managing stress, wellness principles, nutrition guidelines, aging and disease prevention, spiritual perspectives and physical activity and exercise protocols.
Credits: 2
Cross-Listings: ESW 339, HS 339
Every Fall and Spring

ESW 346 Principles and Philosophy of Coaching I
A study of theory and methods of coaching in elementary, secondary schools and collegiate settings. A focus on administrative, organizational and interpersonal skills for potential coaches. The course will also address planning and teaching sports skills and strategies with recommendations concerning the mechanics of coaching.
Credits: 3
Every Spring

ESW 355 Group Exercise Leadership
This course is designed to provide students with an overview of the foundational knowledge, instruction techniques and leadership skills needed to teach individual and group-led exercise classes. Students will assess their personal leadership qualities and develop a plan to enhance their leadership potential. This course will also help prepare students to sit for the ACE Group Fitness/Exercise Instructors Certification. 2 credits
Credits: 2
Every Fall and Spring

ESW 357 Fitness Evaluation for Athletic Performance
This course will provide students with a broad understanding of the evaluation of athletic ability. Through a combination of theory with actual measurement and evaluation, students will learn how to properly assess muscular strength, speed, agility, muscular power, body composition, flexibility and other attributes necessary for athletic competition.
Credits: 3
Every Fall and Spring

ESW 363 Community Service
Opportunity for students to be involved in an applied working environment that may be related to their career interest. Working with an assigned faculty member, students must present a detailed outline of proposed practicum including learning objectives, activities and outcomes. Can be used as an internship type placement with an off-campus organization and/or at LIU under the auspices of a Division of Athletic Training, Health and Exercise Science faculty member. Students will begin to develop ethical and professional behaviors. This course requires additional hours other than the standard meeting times listed in the schedule of classes.
Credits: 3
Every Fall, Spring and Summer

ESW 380 Beginning Fitness and Exercise for Living
This course will investigate the effects of physical activity on the human body, the training modalities used to enhance physical, mental and cognitive lifestyles.
Credits: 1
Every Fall

ESW 394 Senior Project
A culmination experience for students in Sports Sciences. With the approval of faculty, a student identifies and conducts an intensive review of a topic within his or her area of concentration. The student must submit a written project and orally defend the work at the end of the course.
Credits: 3
Every Fall, Spring and Summer

ESW 495 Culmination in Sports Sciences
This course will provide students with an opportunity to apply the knowledge, theory, techniques and skills they learned throughout their academic career as a sports science student in the Division of Athletic Training, Health and Exercise Science. Students will perform a functional and dynamic movement assessment and identify goals and objective. Students will be required to design an appropriate program for their client and develop a professional plan for the future. Students will be evaluated as to their expertise in areas of fitness health including, but not limited to, intake, assessment, program design, reassessment, analysis of results and presentation of results.
Pre-requisites of ESW 303 and either ESW 220 or ESW 251 are required.
Credits: 3
Every Fall and Spring

SPS 177 Branding in Sports Culture
This course walks students through the process of brand development. Students study several intriguing brands in today's sports marketplace and learn how several brands were built, the impact a sports-marketing agency can have on a brand, and how to promote brand awareness and attributes.
Credits: 3
On Occasion