Fall 2025 Trine Course Catalog

Bachelor of Science — Exercise Science Major (120 hrs.)

The Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science equips students with the knowledge and experience essential for the exercise science field. The coursework emphasizes subjects such as biology, anatomy, kinesiology, exercise physiology, lifetime wellness, nutrition, health problems and promotion, fitness assessment, and professional ethics. This structured curriculum builds a solid exercise science foundation, encompasses a capstone research project, and includes a real-world internship experience.

Outcomes

Understand exercise science and wellness foundational concepts and key terminology.

Perform exercise testing for health, mobility, and performance.

Analyze and synthesize health information for a variety of populations and age groups.

Demonstrate the ability to address individual health and wellness needs.

Assess dynamic movement to improve mobility, functionality, and performance.

Apply a variety of injury prevention and risk management strategies.

Communicate effectively and professionally through written, verbal, and digital mediums, fostering collaboration within groups and teams.

Demonstrate research proficiency and analytical skills.

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Degree Requirements

General Education Requirements - 30 hours

Communication – 9 hrs.

ENG 133Technical Communication

3

Or

ENG 143College Composition

3

 

HUM 203Humanities Seminar

3

 

SP 203Effective Speaking

3

Or

COM 163Interpersonal Communication

3

Humanities and Social Science – 9 hrs.

PSY 113Principles of Psychology

3

PSY (200 Level or Above) Elective (3)

3

Humanities Elective (3)

3

Mathematics and Science – 10 hrs.

MA 113College Algebra

3

Biology Elective (3)

3

Biology Electives (4)

4

Other – 2 hrs.

EXS 102Lifetime Wellness

2

Content Requirement - 58 hours

Required Courses - 43 hours

UE 101University Experience

1

EXS 113Intro to Exercise Science

3

EXS 203Risk and Sports

3

EXS 263Motor Learning

3

EXS 273Nutrition

3

EXS 283Fitness Evaluation Assessment

3

EXS 293Biomechanics

3

EXS 323Performance Nutrition

3

EXS 333Kinesiology

3

EXS 343Principles of Human Performance

3

EXS 353Exercise Physiology

3

EXS 363Capstone Experience in Health Sciences I

3

EXS 373/AHS 373Health Promotion & Problems

3

EXS 383/AHS 383Health Coaching

3

EXS 483Professional Development in Exercise Science

3

Or

EXS 474Professional Development in Athletic Training

4

Exercise Science Electives - 15 hours
AHS 113Introduction to Public Health

3

EXS 103Teaching Sport Skills I

3

EXS 193Personal Training Preparation

3

EXS 243Athletic Training

3

EXS 413Corrective Exercise

3

EXS 423Evaluation of Athletic Injuries

3

EXS 453Capstone Experience in Health Sciences II

3

EXS 473/AHS 473Global Perspectives Health & Wellness

3

EXS 483Professional Development in Exercise Science

3

EXS 493Strength and Conditioning Preparation

3

Professional Electives - 12 hours

AHS 203Medical Law and Ethics for Health Science

3

CH 104General Chemistry I

4

CH 114General Chemistry II

4

ENG 453Advanced Composition

3

MA 123Trigonometry

3

MA 253Statistics

3

MGT 323Leadership

3

PH 154College Physics I

4

PH 164College Physics II

4

PSY 323Abnormal Psychology

3

PSY 363/SOC 363Human Behavior & Counseling

3

PSY 413The Psychology of Addiction

3

SM 313Principles of Sport & Recreation Management

3

SM 393Sport Psychology

3

Elective hours determined in conjunction with advisor and based on student career objectives.

Electives - 20 hours

Total Credit Hours: 120