Sport and Exercise Science B.S. - Human Performance Emphasis
College of Natural and Health Sciences
Contact: Gary D. Heise, Ph.D., Program Coordinator
Location: Gunter 2620
Telephone: 970.351.1738
Website: http://www.unco.edu/NHS/ses
Advising Information:
Students must consult with their assigned major advisor each semester prior to registering.
Assigned advisor is available through the Ursa login; ursa.unco.edu; under Student tab Academic Profile channel and is term specific. If no advisor is listed, contact the major program for advisor information.
The program consists of three parts:
- Liberal Arts Core (LAC) Credits
- Required Major Credits
- University-Wide Credits
Program Description:
The Human Performance program is designed to provide students quality academic and professional preparation in the scientific study of human movement. The program offers a sound theoretical foundation and practical applications. Graduates will be prepared to work in one or more of the following areas: cardiac rehabilitation, gerontological fitness, fitness and exercise program management, conditioning of athletes, biomechanics, ergonomics, sport and exercise leadership, and /or stress management. The Human Performance program is a National Strength and Conditioning Association education recognition program.
Program Requirements:
- Prior to registering for SES 492, students must complete all SES prefix courses with a GPA of 2.7; have current CPR certification; and have consent of the Internship Director.
- A grade of “C” or higher is required in all SES prefix courses; the course must be retaken until a "C" or higher is achieved, C minus is not acceptable.
Degree Requirements - 120 Credits
Degree Requirements
1. Required Specific LAC - 8 credits
LAC area 6 - Phyiscal and Life Sciences
Remaining LAC - 32 credits
See "Liberal Arts Core"
2. Required Major - 56 credits
Take all of the following courses:
| BIO 245 | Introduction to Human Anatomy and Physiology | 4 |
| BIO 246 | Advanced Human Anatomy and Physiology | 3 |
| SES 123 | Introduction to Sport and Exercise Science | 3 |
| SES 200 | Weight Training and Conditioning | 1 |
| SES 280 | Prevention and Care of Sports Injuries | 3 |
| SES 322 | Exercise Physiology I | 3 |
| SES 324 | Exercise Physiology II | 3 |
| SES 331 | Biomechanics | 3 |
| SES 333 | Psychology of Exercise and Physical Activity | 3 |
| SES 426 | Motor Control | 3 |
| SES 490 | Exercise Assessment and Programming | 3 |
| SES 492 | Internship in Sport and Exercise Science | 1-12 |
Note: SES 492: Take 12 credits total; can be taken in 6 credit semester blocks.
Choose 12 credits from the following courses:
Minimum of 6 credits must be from these courses:
| SES 323 | Motor Learning and Development | 3 |
| SES 405 | Exercise Programming for Cancer Patients | 3 |
| SES 410 | Cardiac Rehabilitation | 3 |
| SES 431 | Advanced Methods in Biomechanics | 3 |
| SES 480 | Advanced Functional Assessment of Strength and Conditioning | 3 |
Remaining credits may also include:
| SES 335 | Principles of Coaching | 3 |
| SES 337 | Sport for High Performance Athletes | 3 |
| SES 424 | Complementary and Integrative Health | 3 |
| SES 436 | Social Influences on Sport and Exercise Behavior | 3 |
3. University Wide Credits - 24 credits
Complete additional credits to achieve the minimum credits needed for this degree at UNC; for this degree that will typically be 24 credits.