MS in Physiology of Exercise
Program Information and Course Descriptions

Degree
Master of Science in Physiology of Exercise

Master’s Degree Plan
Thesis

Chair: John B. Buckwalter
Graduate Advisor: Mark Ricard
Graduate Studies Curriculum Committee Chairperson: Mark Ricard

Graduate Faculty

Professors
McKeown

Associate Professors
Fincher

Assistant Professors
Ables, Blevins, Trowbridge, Upton, Wilson

Laboratory Supervisor (non-graduate faculty)
Heddins

Program Objectives

Admission Requirements

Graduate Assistantships

Degree Requirements | Degree Plans (PDF)

Degree Courses

Research Core (9 Semester Credit Hours)
KINE 5300 Research Methods in Kinesiology (3-0)
KINE 5305 Applied Statistical Principles in Kinesiology (3-0)
KINE 5320 Advanced Physiology of Exercise (2-3)

Disciplinary Core (15 Semester Credit Hours)
KINE 5125 Immunology (1-0)
KINE 5226 Pulmonary Physiology of Exercise (1-3)
KINE 5326 Cardiocirculatory Physiology of Exercise (2-3)
KINE 5322 Metabolism (2-3)
KINE 5328 Neuromuscular Physiology of Exercise (2-3)
KINE 5330 Body Composition (2-3)

Electives (6 Semester Credit Hours)
Electives approved by the graduate advisor or coordinator will be selected to support the academic foundation in Physiology of Exercise. These graduate level courses may be taken within or outside of the department with graduate advisor permission.

Thesis (6 Semester Credit Hours)
KINE 5398 or 5698 Thesis

Course Descriptions

KINE 5125 Immunology (1-0) This course will include a brief review of the immune system and factors that affect immune function with emphasis on the effect of exercise and stress on muscle and overall immune function. The effect of nutrition and over-training on the immune system and associated syndromes/diseases will also be presented. Prerequisite: KINE 5320.

KINE 5226 Pulmonary Physiology of Exercise (1-3) Examines the structure and function of the pulmonary system including mechanics of breathing, lung capacity tests, pulmonary circulation, lung diseases, gas exchange, ventilation, diffusing capacity, acid/base balance, neural and chemical regulation of breathing, and blood flow with respect to rest and exercise values in healthy and diseased populations. Prerequisite: KINE 5320.

KINE 5300 Research Methods in Kinesiology (3-0) This course is an overview of concepts and procedures necessary for designing, conducting, and analyzing research in Kinesiology from multiple research paradigms. The course will focus on the steps involved in the administration of a research project, including literature review, design, data collection and analysis.


KINE 5305 Applied Statistical Principles in Kinesiology (3-0) The course covers descriptive statistics, elementary probability, one- and two-population mean and variance comparisons, ANOVA, simple linear regression, and correlations. In addition, more advanced principles in parametric and non-parametric statistics will be emphasized.

KINE 5320 Advanced Physiology of Exercise (2-3) Lecture and laboratory sessions are designed to investigate concepts of energy metabolism, lactate production and accumulation, energy expenditure, excess post exercise oxygen consumption, cardiovascular and temperature regulation, neuromuscular control, aerobic and anaerobic adaptations and ergonomics.

KINE 5322 Metabolism (2-2) This course will address the regulation of fat and carbohydrate metabolism at rest and during exercise, cellular respiration, energy transfer, and energy systems. Calorimetry, respiratory exchange ratio, and substrate utilization during exercise will be assessed as part of the laboratory section of this course. Prerequisite: KINE 5320

KINE 5326 Cardiocirculatory Physiology of Exercise (2-3) The structure and function of the cardiovascular and circulatory system will be studied, as well as, cardiac control, the cardiac cycle, cardiac output, hemodynamics, vascular resistance, arterial-venous oxygen difference and oxygen delivery and consumption. Heat production and thermal control during exercise will also be addressed in lecture and laboratory sessions. Prerequisite: KINE 5320.

KINE 5328 Neuromuscular Physiology of Exercise (2-3) The structure and function of muscle, including the motor unit, control and integration, central and peripheral modifiers of neuromuscular control and biochemical characteristics of fibers will be studied. These concepts will also be applied to concepts in strength and power development. Prerequisite: KINE 5320.

KINE 5330 Body Composition (2-3) Lecture and laboratory sessions will investigate component models, anthropometry, morphological considerations, obesity and techniques for assessing body composition. Prerequisite: KINE 5320 or concurrent enrollment.

KINE 5335 Graded Exercise Testing and Prescription (2-3) The knowledge and skills necessary for assessment of health history and appraisal, blood pressure, electrocardiogram, cardiovascular fitness and function will be acquired in lecture and laboratory sessions. Various test modalities and protocols will be discussed for health and diseased populations. Prerequisite: KINE 5320.

KINE 5345 Nutrition in Health and Fitness (3-0) This course will examine the relationship between diet and development and treatment of chronic diseases including cardiovascular disease, diabetes, osteoporosis, and cancer. Research on clinical, epidemiological, animal, and lab studies will be examined, as appropriate.

KINE 5350 Applied Biomechanics (3-0) Students will investigate the application of biomechanical principles to human motor skill performance in sport and exercise settings. Emphasis will be placed on motor skill instruction as well as characteristics of skilled performance.

KINE 5190, 5290, 5390 Special Topics in Kinesiology In-depth study of selected topics in physical education and exercise science. May be repeated when topics vary. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.

KINE 5194, 5294, 5394, 5694, 5994 Research in Kinesiology Individually approved research projects selected from the various areas of Kinesiology.

KINE 5398, 5698 Thesis