Faculty: Sports Sciences This major provides a comprehensive understanding of the principles and practices of exercise and sport science, focusing on the study of human movement, physical activity, and sports performance. Students will explore key topics such as exercise physiology, biomechanics, sports nutrition, and motor control. The major emphasizes the integration of theoretical knowledge and practical skills to prepare students for careers in fitness, sports performance, rehabilitation, and health promotion. **Learning Objectives:** - Understand the fundamental principles of exercise and sport science and their role in promoting health and performance. - Develop skills in assessing and analyzing human movement and physical performance. - Learn techniques for designing and implementing exercise and training programs. - Explore the principles of exercise physiology and their application in health and sports. - Understand the impact of nutrition and recovery on athletic performance and overall health. - Analyze the challenges and opportunities of working in exercise and sport science. - Develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills to address challenges in health and performance optimization. **Major Outline:** 1. **Introduction to Exercise and Sport Science** - Overview of exercise and sport science, its history, and its significance in health and sports. 2. **Exercise Physiology** - Fundamentals of exercise physiology, including the study of cardiovascular, respiratory, and muscular systems. - Techniques for understanding and applying physiological principles to enhance performance and health. 3. **Biomechanics of Human Movement** - Principles of biomechanics, including the analysis of forces, motion, and structure in human movement. - Techniques for improving performance and reducing injury risk through biomechanical analysis. 4. **Sports Nutrition and Metabolism** - Fundamentals of sports nutrition, including macronutrients, micronutrients, hydration, and supplementation. - Techniques for optimizing nutrition to support performance, recovery, and overall health. 5. **Motor Control and Learning** - Principles of motor control and learning, including skill acquisition, coordination, and motor development. - Techniques for enhancing motor skills and performance in athletes and individuals. 6. **Strength and Conditioning** - Overview of strength and conditioning principles, including resistance training, plyometrics, and agility drills. - Techniques for designing and implementing effective training programs. 7. **Injury Prevention and Rehabilitation** - Fundamentals of injury prevention, including risk assessment and exercise-based interventions. - Techniques for rehabilitation and recovery through targeted exercise programs. 8. **Emerging Trends in Exercise and Sport Science** - Impact of emerging trends, such as wearable technology, data analytics, and personalized training, on exercise and sport science. - Techniques for integrating new trends into practice to enhance performance and health outcomes. **Assessment Methods:** - Practical projects and training programs to evaluate hands-on skills. - Written assignments and research papers to assess knowledge of exercise physiology, biomechanics, and nutrition. - Presentations and reports on training program design and implementation. - Participation in group projects and sports performance simulations. **Recommended Textbooks:** - "Exercise Physiology: Nutrition, Energy, and Human Performance" by William D. McArdle, Frank I. Katch, and Victor L. Katch. - "Biomechanics of Sport and Exercise" by Peter M. McGinnis. - "Sports Nutrition: A Practice Manual for Professionals" by Marie Dunford and J. Andrew Doyle. **Prerequisites:** Basic knowledge of biology, anatomy, and physiology is recommended. This major is suitable for students in exercise science, kinesiology, sports studies, and related fields. **Major Duration:** Typically, this major runs for four academic years, with a combination of lectures, laboratory work, and practical exercises. **Certification:** Upon successful completion, students may receive a degree in Exercise and Sport Science, depending on the program and institution. **Target Audience:** This major is designed for undergraduate and graduate students in exercise science, kinesiology, sports studies, and related fields, as well as professionals seeking to enhance their skills in exercise and sport science. This major prepares students and professionals to excel in the field of exercise and sport science, leveraging theoretical knowledge, practical skills, and an understanding of emerging trends to promote health, optimize performance, and support rehabilitation.