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POE CORE COURSES
EXERCISE SCIENCE & KINESIOLOGY
Take the following courses:
ESK-101 Introduction to Exercise Science
Introduction to Exercise Science will cover the history and development of Exercise Science and its relative components within sports, physical education, health, fitness, and kinesiology professions. Students will be introduced to current trends, characteristics, and content areas of exercise science, along with career and practice settings and opportunities.
ESK-105 Intro to Human Anatomy & Physiology I
Anatomy and Physiology I is the first of a two-course sequence that will explore the human body from the simplest level of atoms to the most complex level as an organism. It is primarily designed for Exercise Science and Kinesiology students, as well as students pursuing majors in Health Sciences. Students will learn about some of the major organ systems (i.e., skeletal, muscular), which will be supported by laboratory experiences.
4 Credits
ESK-106 Intro to Human Anatomy & Physiology II
This is the second of a two-course sequence that will continue exploring the human organism. It is primarily designed for Exercise Science and Kinesiology students, as well as students pursuing Health Sciences. Students will learn about some of the major organ systems (i.e., cardiovascular, respiratory) not covered in A & P I.
4 CreditsPrerequisite: ESK-105.
ESK-206 Musculoskeletal Anatomy
This course introduces principles, terminology, and function of the musculoskeletal system. Specific topics will include joint movements, muscle action, and basic function associated with the neuromuscular system. Laboratory experiences will allow the student to visualize and demonstrate movement patterns associated with basic functional movement.
3 CreditsPrerequisite: ESK-106.
ESK-303 Motor Learning & Control
This course will introduce students to basic knowledge of the development of fundamental motor patterns and perceptual motor skills for a more effective understanding as to why and how children and adults learn and perform motor skills. In addition, students will learn assessment and evaluation of motor skills, and methods and activities for developing these skills.
ESK-310 Exercise Physiology
Exercise Physiology will introduce and investigate physiological responses and adaptations of the human body to exercise, as well as adaptations necessary to sustain and/or develop exercise tolerance. Concepts of cardiovascular and respiratory responses to exercise, energy production, metabolism, neuromuscular, will be investigated in laboratory settings.
Prerequisite: ESK-106.
ESK-312 Strength & Conditioning
Strength & Conditioning will introduce students to the knowledge, skills, and abilities required of a strength and conditioning professional and to prepare them for the Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) exam. Such an experience and certification will facilitate recognition as a unique professional in Exercise and Sport Science programs, including the fitness industry.
Prerequisite: ESK-206.
ESK-340 Biomechanics
Biomechanics will introduce and investigate the principles of mechanics and how they apply to human movement, including sports, injuries, and rehabilitation. Students will learn about the basic principles of mechanics, including kinematics, kinetics, and the laws of motion. Certain concepts will be investigated in laboratory settings.
Prerequisites: ESK-206, PC-200, and PC-200L.
ESK-430 Exercise Testing & Prescription
Exercise Testing & Prescription will prepare students to understand the principles and practices of exercise testing and prescription. Students will learn how to engage in exercise prescription aimed to improve fitness and health outcomes, how to administer health and fitness assessments, and how to problem solve and make decisions.
Prerequisite: ESK-303 and ESK-340.
BIOLOGY
Take the following course:
This course covers basic principles and facts about nutrition, explores the role of
nutrition in human health, and considers a range of societal and political issues
surrounding food and nutrition in the U.S. and abroad. (WK: Scientific Process). 3 CreditsN, WK-SPPrerequisite FYC-101 or EN-110 or EN-109BI-290 Nutrition
STATISTICS
Take one of the following courses:
Introduction to traditional statistical concepts including descriptive statistics,
binomial and normal probability models, confidence intervals, tests of hypotheses,
linear correlation and regression, two-way contingency tables, and one-way analysis
of variance. 4 CreditsN, QS, WK-SPPrerequisite: FYC-101 or EN-110 or EN-109 An introduction to the basic ideas and techniques of probability theory and to selected
topics in statistics, such as sampling theory, confidence intervals, and linear regression. 4 CreditsN, QS, CTGESPrerequisite: MA130 This course deals centrally with quantitative and statistical methodology in the biological
sciences. It includes experimental design and the conventions of generating, analyzing,
interpreting and presenting biological data. Counts as a math course for graduate
and professional school requirements. 4 CreditsN, QS, CTGESPrerequisites: BI106 or ESS100MA-205 Elementary Statistics
MA-220 Introduction to Probability & Statistics
BI-305 Biostatistics
PSYCHOLOGY
Take the following course:
An overview of the content and methodology in the field. Topics such as the history
of psychology, physiological psychology, learning and memory, perception, motivation,
child development, personality and social foundations are considered 3 CreditsSPY-101 Introduction to Psychology
Take one of the following courses:
Course will examine empirical findings from disciplines of psychology, medicine, and
public health. Course topics include research methods, stress and social support,
health behavior and primary prevention, management of chronic/terminal illnesses,
gender and cultural issues in health, and psychoneuroimmunology. An underlying theme
will be to dispel health-related myths and fads that are so prevalent in the popular
media. 4 CreditsSPrerequisites: PY-101. This course provides an overview of sport psychology. Students will gain insight into
the psychological processes involved in sport and other fields involving human performance.
Topics such as motivation, arousal and stress, burnout, skill acquisition, team dynamics,
and psychological skills training will be explored as they relate to maximizing our
ability to perform at a high level. 3 CreditsSPre-Req: PY-101PY-321 Health Psychology
PY-322 Sport Psychology
CONCENTRATIONS
In addition to the CORE courses, students must complete one of the following concentrations:
HEALTH PROFESSIONS/SCIENCE CONCENTRATION
Complete 12 credits from the following courses:
BI-101 General Biology I
General Biology I is the first course in the Biology POE core curriculum. This course will be structured around four primary case studies on the opioid crisis, climate change, environmental toxicology and the evolution of speed in animals. The cases will outline foundational concepts in molecular biology and evolution.
4 Credits
BI-102 General Biology II
General Biology II is the second course in the Biology POE core curriculum. In the first four weeks of this course, each lab section will work through basic lab skill development. After that, students will deploy those skills to answer a specific open-ended research question that is part of their instructor's area of expertise.
4 CreditsPrerequisite: BI-101 or BI-105
CH-142 Integrated Chemistry Principles I
An introduction to the principles of chemistry, this course begins a two semester sequence that integrates information from all aspects of chemistry while focusing on the core principles of the relationships between energy, the structure of atoms and molecules, and atomic and molecular properties and reactivity. Topics include energy, reactions, atomic structure, elemental properties, bonding, and molecular properties.
3 CreditsNCorequisite CH143
CH-143 Integrated Chem Principles I Lab
This semester will focus on learning good laboratory practices, primarily through the quantitative analysis of compounds. The quantitative analysis of materials and an understanding of reproducibility and bias are relevant to many fields, including medical analysis or the analysis of contaminants in the environment. This course will also teach you how to keep an excellent laboratory notebook, identify safety hazards in the lab, and complete data analysis and graphing in Excel. All of these tools will serve you well in a variety of careers.
1 CreditsN, QSCH142 is a corequisite of this course. A lab fee is associated with this course.
CH-144 Integrated Chemistry Principles II
An introduction to the principles of chemistry, this course completes a two semester sequence that integrates information from all aspects of chemistry while focusing on the core principles of the relationships between energy, the structure of atoms and molecules, and atomic and molecular properties and reactivity. Topics include thermodynamics, equilibrium reactions, acid/base and redox reactions, kinetics and nuclear reactions.
3 CreditsNPrerequisite: CH-142
CH-145 Integrated Chemistry Principles II Lab
This semester will focus on learning good laboratory practices, primarily through the quantitative analysis of compounds. The quantitative analysis of materials and an understanding of reproducibility and bias are relevant to many fields, including medical analysis or the analysis of contaminants in the environment. This course will also teach you how to keep an excellent laboratory notebook, identify safety hazards in the lab, and complete data analysis and graphing in Excel. All of these tools will serve you well in a variety of careers.
1 CreditN, QSPrerequisite: CH-143. A lab fee is associated with this course.
CH-232 Organic Chemistry I
Students enrolled in CH-242 will become familiar with the fundamental concepts and nomenclature needed to understand and communicate organic chemistry. The course is furtherdesigned to teach the structure-function relationships that exist across many classes of organic and bio-organic systems, and therefore provide a foundation for further study in chemistry, biochemistry, biology, and medicine.
3 CreditsNPrerequisite: CH-144; Corequisite: CH-233.
CH-233 Organic Chemistry I Lab
This course will utilize techniques learned in CH-145 and carry out experiments illustrative of concepts learned in CH-232. The course will focus on spectroscopy, organic laboratory techniques and reactions, and compound characterization. This course will also reinforce good record-keeping skills continue to stress safe lab practices. A lab fee is associated with this course.
1 CreditsNPrerequisite: CH-145. Corequisite: CH-232.
PC-200 General Physics I
An algebra-based introduction to the basic principles of mechanics (including periodic motion, fluid static's and dynamics), heat and thermodynamics, molecular theory and wave motion (including acoustics). Note: a working knowledge of algebra and trigonometry is required.
3 CreditsN, QMCorequisite: PC200L.
PC-200L General Physics Lab I
An introductory algebra-based laboratory experience designed to accompany PC200. The individual experiments will involve topics in mechanics, energy, sound, and waves. Labs Involve computer acquisition of data for some experiments. Note: A special fee is assessed.
1 CreditNCorequisites: PC200.
PC-201 General Physics II
An algebra-based introduction to basic principles of electricity, magnetism, electromagnetic waves, and optics. Additional topics may include atoms and molecules, nuclear physics, relativity and solid state physics. Note: a working knowledge of algebra and trigonometry is required.
3 CreditsN, QMCorequisite: PC201L. Prerequisite: PC200.
PC-201L General Physics Lab II
An algebra-based introductory laboratory experience designed to accompany PC201. The individual experiments will involve topics in circuits, light and optics, and nuclear physics. Involves computer acquisition of data for some experiments. Note: A special fee is assessed.
1 CreditNCorequisite: PC201.
BUSINESS/ENTREPRENEUR CONCENTRATION
Take four of the following courses:
This course develops an understanding of management principles in the areas of planning,
organizing, staffing and control, including but not limited to the aspects of strategy,
legal environment, operation/supply chain management. 3 CreditsS Students will be provided with the tools necessary to ignite their entrepreneurial
mindset using tested principles to enable success in the start-up world. In doing
so, students will understand how to develop an innovator's mindset so that they will
have a practical understanding of the creative process and practice in applying it. 3 Credits Introduces fundamental principles and assumptions of accounting as they relate to
transaction analysis and basic financial statements. 3 CreditsS The broad focus of the course is to examine how individuals come together to form
a successful organization. The course is broken into three major sections: people,
organizations, and leadership. The course emphasizes student involvement and engages
students in a variety of in-class exercises, case analysis role playing exercises,
small group exercises, and an off-campus class experience or two. One or more off-campus
experiences are required for the course. 4 CreditsCW,S,WK-SIPrerequisite: Sophomore standing. Analyzes consumer behavior leading to selection of product as well as pricing, promotion
and distribution strategies. Research projects help students apply concepts to the
complexities of decision making in marketing. 3 CreditsSPrerequisite: EB201. EB-100 Introduction to Management
EB-106 Foundations of Entrepreneurship
EB-131 Financial Accounting
EB-202 Behavioral Analysis of Organizations
EB-351 Marketing Management
BEHAVIORAL/SOCIAL SCIENCES CONCENTRATION
Take four of the following courses:
The study of human social groups and the social processes that lead to both structural
and cultural integration and differentiation primarily within contemporary American
society. 3 CreditsS A brief consideration is given to the historical approaches to " mental illness, "
followed by a consideration of present day classification, diagnostic measures, and
therapy. Emphasis throughout is upon experimental data as applied to the various disorders. 3 CreditsSPrerequisite: PY101. This course is designed to integrate core topics in the discipline of developmental
psychology with current key issues in society. Consequently, students will have the
opportunity to analyze scientific literature and make connections to current, everyday
life issues. Additionally, students will have the opportunity to explore developmental
theory and its connection to public policy, known as " best practices " in parenting
and education and consider developmental theory's influence on current trends in our
broader society. 3 CreditsSPrerequisites: PY101 or ED120 or ED130. Course will examine empirical findings from disciplines of psychology, medicine, and
public health. Course topics include research methods, stress and social support,
health behavior and primary prevention, management of chronic/terminal illnesses,
gender and cultural issues in health, and psychoneuroimmunology. An underlying theme
will be to dispel health-related myths and fads that are so prevalent in the popular
media. 4 CreditsSPrerequisites: PY-101. This course provides an overview of sport psychology. Students will gain insight into
the psychological processes involved in sport and other fields involving human performance.
Topics such as motivation, arousal and stress, burnout, skill acquisition, team dynamics,
and psychological skills training will be explored as they relate to maximizing our
ability to perform at a high level. 3 CreditsSPre-Req: PY-101 This course provides an introduction to lifespan development from conception, through
birth, infancy, childhood, adolescence, and various stages of adulthood. Explores
perspectives on the biological, psychological, and socio-cultural aspects of development
over time. Examines human diversity as well as similarities in growth and development,
utilizing theory and research. Discusses implications for prevention and intervention
related to common developmental challenges and adversities. 3 CreditsS,WK-SIPre-Req or Co-Req: FYC-101 or EN-110 or EN-109SO-101 Introduction to Sociology
PY-203 Abnormal Psychology
PY-350 Developmental Psychology
PY-321 Health Psychology
PY-322 Sport Psychology
SW-221 The Life Cycle
CAPSTONE
ESK-498 Practicum Capstone
The Capstone will provide students with supervised experiences in Exercise Science and Kinesiology. The student will have the opportunity to apply their accrued skills and knowledge in an environment that requires hands-on professional practices, or participate in a research opportunity in exercise science. This course must be taken within the the student's final 30 credits at Juniata. Requires instructor permision and senior class standing.
POE Credit Total = 56-64
Students must complete at least 18 credits at the 300/400-level. Any course exception must be approved by the advisor and/or department chair.