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ESS Courses of Description
All students are REQUIRED to take ESS 1351 Personal Fitness. Other activity classes are offered as a student's schedule permits. All activity courses are graded A-F. Only 1 hour in varsity sports may be earned per year. A total of three (3) credits for Varsity Sports may apply toward graduation. Credit for varsity athletics does not count toward fulfillment of the Exercise and Sports Science activity requirement.
ESS 1001 Beginning Tennis/Badminton
ESS 1011 Advanced Tennis/Badminton
ESS 1021 Softball/Volleyball
ESS 1031 Archery/Badminton
ESS 1041 Beginning Weight Training and Conditioning
ESS 1051 Advanced Weight Training and Conditioning
ESS 1061 Basketball/Soccer
ESS 1071 Volleyball/Soccer
ESS 1081 Basketball Beginning Golf (Special Fee)
ESS 1091 Volleyball/Advanced Golf (Special Fee)
ESS 1101 Outdoor Living (Special Fee)
ESS 1111 Social Dancing
ESS 1121 Folk and Square Dancing
ESS 1141 Bowling (Special Fee)
ESS 1151 Varsity Basketball
ESS 1161 Basketball/Badminton
ESS 1171 Varsity Volleyball
ESS 1181 Beginning Swimming
ESS 1191 Intermediate Swimming
ESS 1201 Advanced Swimming
ESS 1221 Equitation (Special Fee)
ESS 1251 Skiing (Special Fee)
ESS 1261 Archery/Basketball
ESS 1271 Varsity Baseball
ESS 1281 Varsity Golf
ESS 1291 Tumbling and Gymnastics
ESS 1312 Lifeguarding* (Counts for only 1 of the 3 ESS activities)
ESS 1321 Varsity Tennis
ESS 1331 Varsity Softball
ESS 1341 Varsity Soccer
ESS 1351 Personal Fitness (required of all students)
ESS 1361 Racquet Sports
ESS 1351 - Personal Fitness
This course is designed to empower students to get fit, make friends and have fun - not just for a single semester, but for a lifetime. Combining principles of exercise and health science with multi-million dollar exercise facilities, this course will enable students to assess, design and engage in scientifically-sound, individualized exercise programs. Due to the many physical, psychological and relational benefits that may result from this course, students are urged to enroll in their first year. (Fall/Spring)
ESS 1361 Racquet Sports
This course provides students with experiences in acquiring the fundamental skills to participate in and instruct racquetball, tennis, table tennis, & badminton.
ESS 1131 Exercise Leadership
This course is designed to instruct students of exercise and sport science practical skills necessary to teach group exercise classes. The course focuses on the specific exercises and techniques needed for moving to music, designing choreography, and cueing. Students are also provided the opportunity to explore the most popular varieties of group exercise classes.
ESS 2012 Aquatic Leadership
This is a practicum in aquatic leadership, which requires the student to have a WSI or permission of instructor. Prerequisites: WSI and Instructor’s Permission. (Fall/Spring) ESS 2023 - Basic Athletic Injuries
Students will explore the role of the athletic trainer and coaches in the prevention, recognition, and treatment of injuries to athletes. The course will emphasize the immediate care of serious and life threatening injuries and illnesses and the recognition, immediate treatment, secondary treatment, and the rehabilitation for common athletic injuries. Students will learn various basic techniques of taping, wrapping, bracing, and pad construction, and the use of selected basic treatment modalities. This course will give students a comprehensive foundation and introduction into the basics of athletic training. Required of all ESS Division majors. (Fall/Spring)
ESS 2071, 2072, 2073 Exercise and Sports Science Internship,
2082, 2083 Intramural Internship
The administration, supervision, and practical educational application of all facets of the intramural-recreational sports program at the College. For information and application see the Director of Intramural/Recreational sports. See Criteria for Internships in the Bluefield College Academic Catalog. (Fall and Spring) ESS 2233 Motor Learning
An examination of the processes underlying the acquisition of motor skill performance and the practical application of motor learning principles in teaching, coaching and exercise science settings. (On Demand)
ESS 2253 Theory of Coaching Basketball and Track
Basic skills, theories, practices, rules analysis, and techniques for coaching. Prerequisite: ESS 2113. (On Demand)
ESS 2263 Theory of Coaching Baseball and Football
Theory and practice in the fundamentals as well as review of the various systems and types of strategies. Prerequisite: ESS 2113. (On Demand)
ESS 2273 Theory of Coaching Volleyball and Softball
Theory and practice in the fundamentals as well as review of the various systems of play. Prerequisite: ESS 2113. (On Demand)
ESS 3003 PE for the Young Child
Emphasis is given to the growth, development, and characteristics of children as they relate to physical activity. The course includes an in-depth study of fundamental movements, developmental skill levels, and movement education for the young child. Prerequisite: PSY 2043. (Every Fall)
ESS 3053 Administration of Sports and Recreation
This course examines organizational and administrative patterns for conducting a recreation program in a variety of settings. Prerequisite: SOPH standing. (Every Spring)
ESS 3103 Individual and Dual Sports
This course assists the student in developing competency in a variety of individual, and lifetime sports. It includes organization, and administration of individual and dual sports programs. Prerequisite: JR standing. (Every Spring)
ESS 3153 Team Sports
This course assists the student in developing competency in a variety of team sports. Students will be tested as to their skill level in a variety of team sports. The course seeks to improve the student’s proficiency in these team sports. Prerequisite: JR standing. (Every Spring)
ESS 3203 Outdoor Recreation
This course develops student proficiency in outdoor recreational activities such as compass reading, camping, canoeing, and hiking. Classroom and wilderness settings are utilized. Prerequisite: SO standing. (On Demand)
ESS 3303 Exercise Physiology
This course gives emphasis to physiological adjustments and changes occurring in the human organism as a result of physical activity. The physiology of muscular contraction and the roles of the circulatory and respiratory systems in exercise are included. Prerequisites: BIO 2024 or Instructor’s Permission. (Every Fall)
ESS 3343 Kinesiology
Emphasis is given to a study of human movement from the point of view of the physical sciences, including the relationship of anatomy to the mechanics of movement. Prerequisites: BIO 1114 or BIO 2024 or Instructor’s Permission. (Every Spring)
ESS 3403 Tests and Measurements for Exercise and Sports Science
This course includes experiences in the development and application of various tests and evaluation techniques and their uses in Exercise and Sports Science measurement and evaluation. Prerequisites: MAT 2023 or Instructor’s Permission. (Every Spring).
ESS 3501, 3502, 3503 Directed Studies in Exercise and Sports Science
This course offers the student the opportunity to explore topics of interest under the direction of a faculty member. Variable credit. Prerequisite: JR standing and Instructor’s Permission. (On Demand)
ESS 3603 Methods and Curriculum for PE K-12
This course examines methods along with curriculum development for physical education and sports in the kindergarten, primary grades, middle school, and high school settings. Practicum experiences are required at multiple levels. Prerequisite: ESS 3003 and JR standing. (Every Spring)
ESS 3623 Facility Design and Management
This course examines the design and management of recreation and sport facilities.
ESS 3633 Sport Law
This course examines state and federal legislation specific to sport with emphasis placed on the ability to identify and apply various areas of law to the sports industry.
ESS 4133 Adapted Physical Education
This course includes an in-depth study of the characteristics, learning considerations, and adaptations for the exceptional child including the gifted, mentally retarded, visually impaired, deaf or hard of hearing, physically impaired, learning disabled, and emotionally disturbed. This course includes a practicum experience. Prerequisites: EDU 2043 and eligibility for admission to TEP. (Every Fall)
ESS 4206 Exercise Science Internship
The student is placed in a wellness center under the supervision of an exercise specialist. Observation and guided hands-on practice is provided in the conducting of physiologic assessments, exercise recommendations, and supervised exercise sessions. Textbook and classroom material will emphasize EKG interpretation, metabolic calculations, and applied exercise physiology concepts. This experience is designed to help prepare students for American College of Sports Medicine exam which students are strongly encouraged to take upon course completion. Placement is for 15 weeks. Prerequisites: ESS 2023, 3303, 3403 and possession of an appropriate liability insurance policy. See Criteria for Internships in the Bluefield College Academic Catalog.(Fall/Spring/Summer) ESS 4219 Recreation & Sports Management Internship
This course involves placement of the student in a recreational setting under the supervision of recreation and college personnel. The student begins with observation and limited participation and ends by assuming major responsibility for the recreation program. Placement is for a period of 15 weeks. Prerequisites: ESS 2073, JR standing, and one semester prior approval by student's advisor. See Criteria for Internships in the Bluefield College Academic Catalog. (Fall/Spring/Summer) ESS 4223 -Therapeutic Exercise
A study of clinical sports therapy techniques used in the rehabilitation and reconditioning of orthopedic conditions. The course includes goniometry, manual muscle testing, therapeutic and resistance exercises and proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation. Prerequisites: BIO 2014 & BIO 2024, ESS 4103, ESS 4101, ESS 4213, ESS 4211. (Spring) ESS 4313 - Foundations of Strength & Conditioning
The study of current principles and procedures essential to strength training and conditioning practices. Emphasis is placed on the development and practical applications of aerobic conditioning, joint flexibility and muscular strength, and power and endurance programs. Prerequisites: BIO 1114 or BIO 2024, ESS 3303 & ESS 3343, or upon the discretion of the instructor. (Spring/On Demand) ESS 4413 - Internship in Strength & Conditioning
This course is offered concurrently with ESS 4313 and involves the placement of the student in a wellness or fitness center under the supervision of a Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist or NSCA-Certified Personal Trainer. Observation and guided hands-on practice is provided in the area of strength training and conditioning while applying the physiological foundations of strength & conditioning. Prerequisites: BIO 1114 or BIO 2024, ESS 3303 & ESS 3343, and concurrently with ESS 4313, or upon the discretion of the instructor. (Fall or Spring/On Demand) Required for Strength &Conditioning emphasis.
ESS 4501, 4502 Special Topics in Exercise and Sports Science
The student will engage in class instruction, research and analysis of specific topics with a view to providing a more in-depth knowledge and understanding of such areas of concern. Prerequisite: JR/SR standing. (On Demand) ESS 4503 - Sport Psychology
An overview of essential psychological considerations involved in athletic participation, athletic training, and in coaching athletic teams. Prerequisite: PSY 1013. (Fall or Spring)
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