Exercise Science
Suggested Course Schedule by Semester
See FWS program advisor as requirements may vary depending on your goals.
Fall Semester- Year 1
| Number | Title | |
|---|---|---|
| ENG-101 | Composition I | |
| FWS-260 | Introduction to Exercise Science | |
| PSY-170 | General Psychology | |
| MTH-220 | Elements of Statistics | |
| FWS-231 | Contemporary Health Issues | |
| FWS-233 | Community Health | |
| FWS-235 | Alcohol and Drug Education | |
| FWS-126 | Beginning Weight Lifting |
* or MTH from list
** or activity course from approved list
Spring Semester- Year 1
| Number | Title | |
|---|---|---|
| ENG-103 | Composition II | |
| FWS-255 | Sociology of Sport | |
| FWS-256 | History of Physical Education & Sport | |
| BIO-103 | Introductory Life Science | |
| BIO-104 | Introductory Life Science Laboratory | |
| CHM-110 | General Organic & Biochemistry I | |
| FWS-270 | FWS Practicum I | |
| FWS-127 | Advanced Weight Lifting |
* or Gen Ed requirement (see FWS advisor) (3)
** or activity course from approved list
Summer Session- Year 1
Taking one of the following courses in the summer reduces the credit hours needed in spring semester year one: Gen Ed requirement, BIO-103 and BIO-104, or CHM-110.
Fall Semester- Year 2
| Number | Title | |
|---|---|---|
| BIO-185 | Foundations Anatomy & Physiology | |
| FWS-258 | Sport & Exercise Psychology | |
| FWS-263 | Nutrition, Exercise and Weight Control | |
| FWS-266 | Personal Trng I-Concepts & Applications | |
| FWS-271 | FWS Practicum II |
* plus activity course from approved list if needed (1)
Spring Semester- Year 2
| Number | Title | |
|---|---|---|
| SPH-131 | Fundamentals of Communication | |
| FWS-255 | Sociology of Sport | |
| FWS-256 | History of Physical Education & Sport | |
| FWS-261 | Nutrition for Fitness & Sport | |
| FWS-243 | First Aid, General Safety, CPR & AED | |
| FWS-254 | ASEP Sport First Aid and CPR | |
| FWS-267 | Personal Trng II-Concepts & Application | |
| FWS-272 | FWS Practicum III |
* or Gen Ed requirement (see FWS advisor) (3)
Disclaimer: For students concerned about completion of program in two years, it is strongly suggested that you explore summer course offerings at RVC. Several general education and degree program courses are available during summer session.
Requirements for admission to the program:
- Complete Rock Valley College enrollment steps.
- Complete application for FWS department.
- Receive follow-up acceptance notification.
- Meet with FWS program advisor.
Educational Planning
Download this helpful Advising Sheet to help you better plan each semester.
