Faculty: INSTITUTE OF GRADUATE PGROGRAMS This major provides a comprehensive understanding of the principles and practices of physical exercise, health, and sports science. Students explore the physiological, psychological, and biomechanical aspects of human performance, health promotion, and disease prevention. The program emphasizes evidence-based practice, innovation, and the application of scientific principles to enhance physical fitness, optimize athletic performance, and improve overall health. Graduates are prepared for careers in sports science, health and wellness, coaching, rehabilitation, and research. **Learning Objectives:** - Understand the fundamentals of physical exercise, health, and sports science. - Develop skills in designing and implementing exercise and training programs. - Learn techniques for assessing physical fitness and health indicators. - Explore the role of exercise in preventing and managing chronic diseases. - Understand the physiological and psychological factors influencing performance and health. - Analyze challenges and opportunities in health promotion and sports performance. - Develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills for optimizing health and performance. **Major Outline:** 1. **Introduction to Physical Exercise, Health, and Sports Science** - Overview of the field and its applications in health, fitness, and sports. 2. **Exercise Physiology** - Study of how the body responds and adapts to physical activity. - Techniques for assessing cardiovascular, respiratory, and muscular fitness. 3. **Biomechanics of Human Movement** - Principles of mechanical analysis of human movement. - Techniques for optimizing movement efficiency and performance. 4. **Health Promotion and Disease Prevention** - Role of physical activity in preventing and managing chronic diseases. - Techniques for designing health promotion programs. 5. **Sports Nutrition** - Fundamentals of nutrition for athletic performance and recovery. - Techniques for developing personalized nutrition plans. 6. **Motor Control and Learning** - Study of how the brain and nervous system control movement. - Techniques for improving motor skills and coordination. 7. **Strength and Conditioning** - Principles of designing strength, endurance, and conditioning programs. - Techniques for enhancing athletic performance. 8. **Psychology of Sport and Exercise** - Exploration of psychological factors influencing performance and motivation. - Techniques for mental skills training and enhancing athlete well-being. 9. **Injury Prevention and Rehabilitation** - Fundamentals of identifying risk factors and preventing sports-related injuries. - Techniques for designing rehabilitation programs. 10. **Capstone Project** - Real-world project applying skills in exercise programming, health promotion, or sports performance. - Techniques for delivering a comprehensive solution to a health or performance challenge. **Assessment Methods:** - Laboratory experiments and fitness assessments. - Written assignments on exercise physiology, biomechanics, and health promotion. - Group projects in program design and performance optimization. - Internships with sports teams, fitness centers, or health organizations. **Recommended Textbooks:** - "Exercise Physiology: Nutrition, Energy, and Human Performance" by McArdle, Katch, and Katch. - "Biomechanics of Sport and Exercise" by Peter M. McGinnis. - "Essentials of Strength Training and Conditioning" by NSCA. - "Psychology of Sport and Exercise" by Weinberg and Gould. **Prerequisites:** Basic knowledge of biology, anatomy, and physiology. Suitable for students in sports science, kinesiology, and health sciences. **Major Duration:** Typically 4 years, including coursework, labs, and internships. **Certification:** Graduates may receive a degree in Physical Exercise, Health, and Sports Science or a related field. **Target Audience:** Aspiring sports scientists, health and wellness professionals, coaches, rehabilitation specialists, and researchers. This major equips students with technical, analytical, and practical skills to excel in physical exercise, health, and sports science, driving advancements in fitness, performance, and overall well-being.