MVSC 500 Research Methods in Movement Sciences
Training in research methods as they pertain to the specific areas of research in movement sciences. A research paper is required.

MVSC 460 Neuromechanical Basis of Human Movement
Biomechanics of single and multi-joint systems, and its role in neural control of movement. Mechanisms of acute adaptations including warm-up, fatigue and potentiation, and chronic adaptations arising from reduced use or training.

MVSC 442 Principles of ECG Interpretation
Introduction to the basic principles and interpretation of the electrocardiogram (ECG) as it relates to fitness programs involving the apparently healthy as well as cardiac rehabilitation patients.

MVSC 452 Advanced Exercise Physiology
In-depth study of the mechanisms that underly the acute and chronic responses to physical activity.

MVSC/DHD 520 Disability and Physical Activity
Examination of the foundations of physical activity for persons with disabilities. Emphasis on strategies for promoting physical activity among persons with disabilities in community settings.

MVSC 545 Advanced Exercise Programming and Assessment
Emphasis on current recommendations for exercise prescription and assessment methods for adult populations. Diagnostic and prescriptive procedures will be delineated.

MVSC 400 Business Principles for the Fitness Professional
Provides a survey of basic requisite business principles and the application of these principles for students pursuing careers in corporate and community fitness.

MVSC 441 Principles of Resistance Training
This course examines the physiological principles underlying resistance training and the development of safe and effective resistance training programs.

MVSC 593 - Internship in Movement Sciences
Supervised internship in a laboratory or field setting. A written report is required. Normally open only to candidates in the applied exercise physiology MS area of concentration.

Clinical Rotations and/or Elective Coursework and Seminars (These hours may be completed in either the 2nd or 3rd semesters.)

These four semester hours may be completed in a variety of ways. Some recommended options are:

• Four 1 hr. clinical rotations(1)
• One 1 hr. clinical rotation and one 3 hr. elective(2) course
• One 1 hr. seminar(3) and one 3 hr. elective course
• Two 1 hr. seminars and two 1 hr. clinical rotations
• One 1 hr. seminar and three 1 hr. clinical rotations

(1) Clinical rotations require 80 on-site contact hours for every semester hour earned.

(2) Click here for a list of suggested electives.

(3) The 1-hour weekly seminars are "Exercise Prescription for the High-Risk Cardiopulmonary Patient" in the Fall, and "Pharmacological Interventions in Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation" in the Spring.

Total Semester Hours Required

Clinical Rotations

The clinical rotations in the Clinical Exercise Physiology option are designed to fulfill two purposes:

1. To provide a series of short "hands-on" experiences to students in preparation for their internships, allowing them to become comfortable in a professional environment and gain familiarity with current practices in clinical exercise settings
2. To expose students to the breadth of opportunities in the field of clinical exercise physiology. The series of short experiences will hopefully assist in the student's selection of an internship site and help define his or her long-term career goals.

The Cooper Institute

Cooper Clinic at the 30-acre Cooper Aerobics Center in Dallas, Texas, is known throughout the world for its expertise in preventive medicine.

Since opening its doors in 1970, Cooper Clinic has been on the cutting edge of preventive medicine and has served more than 70,000 individual and corporate patients from around the world. Cooper Clinic's mission is to provide patients with the tools, education, and motivation to live a healthy and active lifestyle.

Mission Statement
"In our commitment to excellence in the prevention of disease, we provide our patients with a high quality, thorough medical evaluation, as well as encouragement and education to help them obtain and maintain optimal health."

The Cleveland Clinic Heart Center

The Cleveland Clinic Heart Center is the best Heart Center in America, according to U.S. News & World Report's annual survey. Our doctors are leaders in cardiology, cardiac surgery, cardiothoracic anesthesia and research into the heart and its diseases. No heart program has more experience, more knowledge and better access to technology.

Our heart doctors are pioneers. We invented cardiac angiography and developed the coronary artery bypass. We continue to develop and refine new procedures and devices to provide patients with high quality and innovative treatment for heart disease.

Galter Life Center
(of Swedish Covenant Hospital)

Since its opening on September 1, 1991, the Galter LifeCenter has become a prominent leader in health and wellness. The mission of the LifeCenter is simple: To assist each individual participant to achieve and maintain his/her highest level of health. By following this mission and staying true to its roots in the Evangelical Covenant Church, the Galter LifeCenter strives to provide services beyond its walls. We offer hundreds of wellness and disease prevention activities in the community.

Good Samaritan Hospital

At the Advocate Good Samaritan Health and Wellness Center, our philosophy is that in order to work the whole you, you must nourish your mind as well as your body. Keeping the mind fit, and maintaining focus and clarity requires ongoing stimulation and relaxation. And to work your body requires motivation and access to the best classes, equipment and experts who are ready to show you how.

Exercise Your Body

Cardiovascular equipment An individual workout is easy and safe on our cardiovascular machines which include: treadmills, elliptical machines (easy on the joints), rowing machines, stair steppers, recumbent and stationary bikes . . .

LaGrange Memorial Hospital

Adventist La Grange Memorial Hospital is known for providing quality medical care within a high tech environment, while still maintaining the personal patient touch. The hospital has been a leader in offering a comprehensive range of modern medical services in the western suburbs.

Michigan Heart and Vascular Institute

Our goal is to offer you the very highest quality of cardiovascular care and services, whether it is for a doctor's office visit, a diagnostic test, a hospital stay or for one of our educational programs.