Exercise Science - Biomechanics Concentration (MS)

The Master of Science with a major in Exercise Science requires 24 credits of coursework at the 600 or 800 level, and 6 credits of thesis. The 24 credits of coursework are specified in the individual planned programs of study, and must include 15-18 credits of coursework in courses within Exercise Science, and 6-9 credits of coursework in cognate areas as specified by the requirements for each concentration. A total of 30 credits is required to complete the degree.

Concentration: Biomechanics

Biomechanics is an interdisciplinary science that objectively interprets movement in living organisms. Emphasis is placed on techniques of measuring kinematic and kinetic characteristics of living organisms and on mathematical methods of analysis. Students in the MS program in biomechanics are required to conduct research and complete a thesis.

Credit Requirements:

Credits within Exercise Science: 15-18 credits
Credits in Cognate Areas: 6-9 credits
Thesis: 6 credits
Total number of required credits: 30 credits

A. Courses Required Within Exercise Science

KAAP 601 - Research Methods Credit(s): 3
KAAP 602 - Data Analysis and Interpretation in Health Sciences Credit(s): 3
KAAP 617 - Biomechanical Lab Instrumentation Credit(s): 3

At least one of the following courses:

Total Credits from Area A - 15-18 credits

B. A minimum of 2 courses from the following list:

KAAP 655 - Advanced Physiology of Exercise Credit(s): 3
KAAP 607 - Motor Learning and Control Credit(s): 3
KAAP 666 - SPECIAL PROBLEM Credit(s): 1-12
MEEG 682 - Clinical Biomechanics Credit(s): 3
MEEG 683 - Orthopedic Biomechanics Credit(s): 3
STAT 615 - Design and Analysis of Experiments Credit(s): 3
KAAP 627 - Biomechanical Methods Credit(s): 3
KAAP 686 - Mathematics for Biomechanics Credit(s): 3
PHYT 604 - Functional Anatomy and Biomechanics Credit(s): 4

Total Credits from Area B - 6-9 credits

C.

KAAP 869 - Master’s Thesis Credit(s): 1-6