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HSC 608 Research Methods in Health Science

This course will cover research designs and research methods for exercise and health related studies. In particular, this course will focus on qualitative, quantitative and mixed method research designs, data collection techniques and statistical analyses. This course builds on the basic knowledge of biostatistics to explore more advanced research analysis techniques with both parametric and nonparametric data. This course will enable the student to develop instruments that align with specific research questions/hypotheses.  Students will become knowledgeable of mixed methods research and a greater understanding of the usage of one design informing the other for more robust research endeavors.

Credit Hours: 3

Prerequisites

Must be admitted in the Master of Science in Exercise and Nutrition Science Program, or by instructor permission.

HSC 618 Professional Issues and the Practitioner

This course encompasses professional topics and current issues in exercise and nutrition science. 

Credit Hours: 3

Prerequisites

Must be admitted in the Master of Science in Exercise and Nutrition Science program, or by instructor permission.

HSC 627 Sports Supplements and Ergogenic Aids

This course provides the student with a comprehensive overview of nutritional supplementation as it applies to body composition, performance (strength, endurance, power) and general health. The course will cover the major supplements touted to enhance energy, fat loss, strength, muscle, endurance, inflammatory status and the overall hormonal milieu.

Credit Hours: 3

Prerequisites

Must be admitted in the Master of Science in Exercise and Nutrition Science program, or by instructor permission.

HSC 635 Special Topics in Exercise and Nutrition Science

This course is an exploration of one or more special topics in exercise and nutrition science. The course gives students a comprehensive overview of a specialized field in sports and/or nutrition as provided by a visiting professor. May be repeated if content varies.

Credit Hours: 3

Prerequisites

Must be admitted in the Master of Science in Exercise and Nutrition Science program, or by instructor permission.

HSC 637 Sports Nutrition

This course provides students with an advanced understanding of the role that nutrition plays in the acute and chronic response to exercise. In-depth discussion of macro and micro nutrients are discussed as they relate to exercise and sport.

Credit Hours: 3

Prerequisites

Must be admitted in the Master of Science in Exercise and Nutrition Science program, or by instructor permission.

HSC 690 Practicum

The practicum provides clinical field based experiences in preparation for employment in the exercise and nutrition science related professions. Graduate students will gain insight into various practices, disciplines, techniques, administrative duties and clinical processes related to exercise and nutrition science.  Graduate students will provide documentation of their experience. Graded on a satisfactory/unsatisfactory basis.

Credit Hours: 1-3

Prerequisites

By permission of the instructor.

HSC 699 Comprehensive Exam

This course includes the master’s program comprehensive exam which must be satisfactorily completed to graduate with the MS Exercise and Nutrition Science degree.  The course also includes review for the comprehensive exam.  Satisfactory completion of this course will also help prepare those students who plan to take Certified Sports Nutritionist Exam (CISSN) offered by the International Society of Sports Nutrition but passage of the CISSN exam is not required for graduation from the MS program.

Credit Hours: 1

Prerequisites

Satisfactory completion of all core courses in the M.S. in Exercise and Nutrition Science program with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or greater. By permission of the program director.