Biomechanics Laboratory

Electives

Directed Electives

3-6 hours from:

EXSCI 652 - Clinical Biomechanics
Biomechanical concepts related to disorders of the skeletal system. Prerequisite: permission of the program coordinator.
College: Applied Science & Tech.
Hours: 3
Permission: Y
Co-requisite: none
Prerequisite: none

EXSCI 655 - Advanced Biomechanics
Biomechanical analyses emphasizing research techniques and procedures. Prerequisite: EXSCI 634; permission of the program coordinator.
College: Applied Science & Tech.
Hours: 3
Permission: Y
Prerequisite: EXSCI 634
Co-requisite: none

Optional Electives

4-6 hours from:

EXSCI 633 - Seminar in Exercise Science
In-depth study of a selected physiological parameter in relation to exercise and the environment. Specific topics include respiratory physiology, fluid-electrolyte balance, muscle physiology, environment, and exercise: one topic per semester. Prerequisite: permission of the program coordinator. A total of 6 hours of credit may be earned, but no more than 2 in any one semester or term.
College: Applied Science & Tech.
Hours: 2
Permission: Y
Co-requisite: none
Prerequisite: none

EXSCI 603 - Exercise Physiology 1
Advanced study of the physiological responses to exercise. Emphasis is on the neuromuscular, metabolic and cardiorespiratory responses. Prerequisite: permission of the program coordinator.
College: Applied Science & Tech.
Hours: 3
Permission: Y
Co-requisite: none
Prerequisite: none

EXSCI 604 - Essentials of Resistance Training and Conditioning
Designed to give the scientific basis of resistance training and conditioning and the ability to apply that knowledge with specific training techniques. Prerequisite: permission of the program coordinator.
College: Applied Science & Tech.
Hours: 3
Permission: Y
Co-requisite: none
Prerequisite: none

EXSCI 699 - Independent Study
Designed for students who wish to conduct independent study in exercise science. Prerequisite: permission of the program coordinator. A total of 3 hours of credit may be earned.
College: Applied Science & Tech.
Hours: 1-3
Permission: Y
Co-requisite: none
Prerequisite: none

BIO 548 - Biometry
Principles and applications of statistics to biological problems. The use of parametric and nonparametric tests of significance in the analysis of data and the interpretation of experiments. Prerequisite: MATHS 108 or its equivalent or permission of the department chairperson. Not open to students who have credit in BIO 448.
College: Sciences & Humanities
Hours: 3
Permission: Y
Co-requisite: BIO 548L
Prerequisite: MATHS 108

EDPSY 642 - Intermediate Statistics
An extension of elementary descriptive and inferential statistics through basic statistical research designs, including analysis of variance and covariance. Prerequisite: PSYSC 241 or EDPSY 641 or a proficiency test administered within the department.
College: Teachers College
Hours: 3
Permission: Y
Prerequisite: PSYSC 241
Prerequisite: EDPSY 641
Co-requisite: none

CS 699 - Reading and Honors
Special advanced work not offered in other courses. Requirements include a final written report and a presentation in the departmental colloquium series. Prerequisite: CS 324, 330, 335; permission of the department chairperson. A total of 6 hours of credit may be earned, but no more than 3 in any one semester or term. A total of 12 hours of combined CS 539, 639, and 699 credit may be earned.
College: Sciences & Humanities
Hours: 3
Permission: Y
Prerequisite: CS 324
Prerequisite: CS 330
Prerequisite: CS 335
Co-requisite: none

Biomechanics Laboratory
Health and Physical Activity Building (HP), Room HP 311
Ball State University
Muncie, IN 47306

Hours: 8 am -5 pm Monday-Friday
Phone: 765-285-5178
Fax: 765-285-8762
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