Human Performance Requirements (BS)
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Major Requirements - 47 units 1, 2, 3 | ||
| PEPROF 209 | HUMAN PERFORMANCE CAREER EXPLORATION AND INTERNSHIP PREPARATION | 1 |
| PEPROF 201 | STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION OF THE HUMAN BODY I | 4 |
| PEPROF 202 | STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION OF THE HUMAN BODY II | 3 |
| PEPROF 270 | MOTOR BEHAVIOR | 3 |
| PEPROF 282 | NUTRITION FOR HEALTH | 3 |
| PEPROF 302 | BIOMECHANICS OF SPORT AND EXERCISE | 3 |
| PEPROF 311 | EXERCISE PSYCHOLOGY | 3 |
| PEPROF 361 | INCLUSIVE PHYSICAL ACTIVITY AND RECREATION | 3 |
| PEPROF 391 | HEALTH BEHAVIOR DEVELOPMENT & SOCIETY | 3 |
| PEPROF 415 | HEALTH APPRAISAL AND EXERCISE TESTING | 3 |
| PEPROF 416 | EXERCISE PRESCRIPTION AND FUEL UTILIZATION | 3 |
| PEPROF 471 | PHYSIOLOGY OF EXERCISE | 3 |
| PEPROF 481 | CAPSTONE: RESEARCH IN THE PERFORMANCE SCIENCES | 3 |
| PEPROF 493 | INTERNSHIP - HUMAN PERFORMANCE | 6-12 |
| STAT 230 | INTRODUCTION TO STATISTICAL REASONING AND ANALYSIS | 3 |
| Total Units | 47-53 | |
- 1
An approved minor is required for this major.
- 2
Minimum 2.25 GPA in courses in the major and minor required for graduation.
- 3
Proficiency Requirement: First Aid Proficiency, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Proficiency, and Automatic External Defibrillation Proficiency
| First Year | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall | Units | Spring | Units |
| ENGLISH 101 | 3 | ENGLISH 102 | 3 |
| MATH 139 or MATH 142 - COLLEGE ALGEBRA1 | 3-4 | PEGNRL 192 | 1 |
| CORE 110 | 3 | PEPROF 209 | 1 |
| General Education Elective | 3 | BIOLOGY 1201 | 4 |
| GENED U.S. Racial/Ethnic Diversity Elective | 3 | STAT 230 | 3 |
| INTRAUNV 104 | 1 | COMM 110 | 3 |
| 16-17 | 15 | ||
| Second Year | |||
| Fall | Units | Spring | Units |
| Minor Course | 3 | GENED Lab or Non-Lab Science | 3 |
| PEPROF 270 | 3 | GENED Elective | 3 |
| CORE 120 or CORE 140 HISTORICAL OR GLOBAL PERSPECTIVES | 3 | B.S. Degree Requirement Course | 3 |
| PEPROF 201 | 4 | Minor Course | 3 |
| PEPROF 282 | 3 | PEPROF 202 | 3 |
| CORE 130 | 3 | ||
| 16 | 18 | ||
| Third Year | |||
| Fall | Units | Spring | Units |
| CORE 390 | 3 | PEPROF 471 | 3 |
| PEPROF 415 | 3 | PEPROF 302 | 3 |
| PEPROF 416 | 3 | PEPROF 361 | 3 |
| PEPROF 311 | 3 | B.S. Degree Requirement Course | 3 |
| Minor Course | 3 | Minor Course | 3 |
| 15 | 15 | ||
| Fourth Year | |||
| Fall | Units | Spring | Units |
| GENED Elective | 3 | PEPROF 493 | 6-12 |
| PEPROF 481 | 3 | Minor Course | 0-6 |
| PEPROF 391 | 3 | ||
| Minor Course | 3 | ||
| Minor Course | 3 | ||
| 15 | 6-18 | ||
| Total Units: 116-129 | |||
The curriculum in the College of Education and Professional Studies is structured so that students move through classes in a prescribed order. Prerequisites are important and are strongly enforced. The four year plan illustrates the type of curriculum a new freshman could take to complete a degree in four years; it is not an official document. Refer to Academic Advising Report for full requirements.
First Year Advising Notes: *If you are interested in graduate school for Physical Therapy or Occupational Therapy, we suggest taking Bio 141 instead of Bio 120 as well as Math 142 instead of Math 139.
Goals: Talk to your academic advisor about your interests and goals and begin to understand career options for your major. Explore student groups and organizations and join one that feels right for you. These groups offer a great way to learn more about the major and begin networking. Explore on-campus resources such as undergraduate research opportunities, the Mary Poppe Chrisman Success Center, and the Center for Global Education.
After your first year: Become comfortable in understanding and reading your Academic Advising Report.
Second Year Advising Notes: This is the time in which you should be choosing a minor to go along with your major. Common choices are Athletic Coaching, Health Promotion, Recreation, and Strength & Conditioning and Sport Management. Please work with your assigned advisor to find a good fit for you and your professional goals.
Goals: Explore leadership positions within student organizations and participate in the Hawk Career Fair. If you are considering studying abroad, research program options and talk to your advisor about how it will fit in your plan. The Center for Global Education will be a great resource for both Study Abroad and Travel Study options.
After your second year: Understand your program plan and graduation requirements.
Third Year Advising Notes: Work with you Academic Advisor to start looking at internship opportunities for your senior year.
Goals: Research specific career options. Attend the Hawk Career Fair as well as networking events and employer information meetings. Pursue a leadership position within a student organization or volunteer group. Get to know your professors, especially in your major.
After your third year: Work with your faculty advisor to make sure you’re on track to graduate. Continue to seek major-related employment.
Fourth Year Advising Notes: Apply for graduation online through the Registrar’s Office one full semester before you anticipate graduating. Complete all required testing.
Goals: Work with the Career Service Office to perfect your resume and cover letter. Attend networking events, career fairs, and employer information meetings. Read professional journals and consider a student membership in a professional organization.
Students must begin their Math and English sequences with the appropriate course. The English course a student starts with will be determined by their ACT English or SAT Verbal score. The Math course a student starts with will be determined by their UW System math placement score.
The Human Performance major at UW-Whitewater provides students preparation for rewarding careers in fields based on kinesiology and performance sciences. Graduates will be equipped to pursue opportunities in exercise science, cardiac rehabilitation, exercise physiology, fitness/strength training, health promotion, sport and recreation management and graduate studies in exercise science, athletic training and administration, and physical therapy.