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EXS101: Introduction to Exercise Science – 3 credits

Introductory course that will provide the student with a general overview of the key theories and concepts, professions, and research areas associated with the field of Exercise Science. Educational pathways and career options will also be examined.
Prerequisites: None.

Class#	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Instructors	Availability
12797	Chandler-Gilbert CGCC Online	Online	3/23 – 5/15 Spring 2026	N/A	N/A	J. Harper C. Vickrey	Open 7 of 28 seats available
12797	Notes Second Eight (8) Week Class Book Information Get books at the Bookstore
15287	Phoenix ONLINE CANVAS	Online	3/23 – 5/15 Spring 2026	N/A	N/A	Staff	Open 21 of 27 seats available
15287	Notes Flex Start Class Class Meets for Eight (8) Weeks Textbook info pending
33004	Scottsdale Online Course	Online	3/23 – 5/15 Spring 2026	N/A	N/A	R. Martin III	Open 23 of 25 seats available
33004	Notes This course requires the use of a computer or mobile device with internet access and speakers. This class meets for an 8-week period during the full length semester. Students should expect an increased amount of work each week during the 8 weeks as compared to the same class offered in the full semester. Students are encouraged to work with an academic advisor to be sure their course load is balanced over the course of a given semester. Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0. Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others. For more information contact the Instructor at https://directory.scottsdalecc.edu Textbook info pending

EXS146: Introduction to Exercise Testing – 1 credit

Introductory course in exercise testing, to include health appraisal, risk stratification, and the selection and administration of common evidence-based assessments for apparently healthy populations. A grade of C or better required in all Prerequisites. Prerequisites or Corequisites: EXS101 or permission of Instructor. Prior completion of or concurrent enrollment in EXS125 is recommended.

Class#	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Instructors	Availability
32130	Paradise Valley F 131 - Classroom	Hybrid In-Person	3/25 – 5/15 Spring 2026	W	12:30PM – 2:30PM	D. Heuser	Open 11 of 16 seats available
32130	Notes Hybrid Class meets in-person on campus at the designated location, days and times. Additional online work will be required. This type of class is designed for highly motivated, self disciplined, technology-literate students; requires reliable Web and e-mail address for communication and assignments outside of the classroom. Contact the PVCC Technology Help Desk for more information at 602.787.7780. No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor

EXS215: Resistance Training and Recovery Techniques – 3 credits

Fundamental methods for safe and effective instruction of resistance, functional, and athletic conditioning exercises. Application of foundational principles of physiology and kinesiology. Overview of warm-up, cooldown, and recovery techniques. A grade of C or better required in all Prerequisites. Prerequisites or Corequisites: EXS101 or permission of Instructor.

Class#	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Instructors	Availability
12824	Chandler-Gilbert: Pecos Campus Pecos Coyote Center Rm 2310	Hybrid In-Person	3/24 – 5/15 Spring 2026	Tu,Th	11:30AM – 1:10PM	B. Sutton	Open 10 of 25 seats available
12824	Costs include EXS Course Fee: $15.00 Notes Hybrid classes combine a reduced amount of scheduled classroom time with required out-of-class learning activities, typically conducted online. Second Eight (8) Week Class Class 12824 costs include EXS Course Fee: $15 Book Information Get book at the Bookstore

EXS217: Cardiorespiratory and Flexibility Training – 3 credits

Fundamental methods for safe and effective instruction of cardiorespiratory and flexibility training exercises. Application of foundational principles of physiology and kinesiology. A grade of C or better required in all Prerequisites. Prerequisites or Corequisites: EXS101 or permission of Instructor.

Class#	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Instructors	Availability
12875	Chandler-Gilbert: Pecos Campus Pecos Coyote Center Rm 2310	Hybrid In-Person	3/23 – 5/15 Spring 2026	M,W	11:30AM – 1:10PM	G. Trone	Open 13 of 25 seats available
12875	Notes Hybrid classes combine a reduced amount of scheduled classroom time with required out-of-class learning activities, typically conducted online. Second Eight (8) Week Class No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
26908	Paradise Valley F 131 - Classroom	In Person	3/26 – 5/15 Spring 2026	Th	1:00PM – 4:00PM	J. Valenzuela	Open 10 of 16 seats available
26908	Book Information Get book at the Bookstore

EXS246: Advanced Exercise Testing – 2 credits

Advanced course in exercise testing, to include health appraisal, risk stratification, and the selection and administration of evidence-based assessments for apparently healthy and athletic populations. Pharmacology, special populations, and environmental conditions are also examined. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in EXS146 or permission of Instructor.

Class#	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Instructors	Availability
28236	Glendale ESN 101	Hybrid In-Person	3/23 – 5/15 Spring 2026	M	10:00AM – 12:45PM	L. So	Open 6 of 18 seats available
28236	Costs include EXS Course Fee: $20.00 Notes Class 28236 costs include EXS Course Fee: $20 No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
26134	Mesa: Dobson Campus HW 850	Hybrid In-Person	3/24 – 5/15 Spring 2026	Tu,Th	12:00PM – 1:15PM	A. Stock	Open 2 of 16 seats available
26134	Costs include EXS Course Fee: $15.00 Notes Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session. Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0. iBelong Student Success Initiative. #CLS# is part of “iBelong” utilizing an iPad to complete coursework. Please visit our iBelong website for more information on student iPad checkouts. https://www.mesacc.edu/ibelong Class 26134 costs include EXS Course Fee: $15 No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor

EXS290: Introduction to Evidence-Based Practice – 3 credits

Introduction to Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) as a framework for logical reasoning and informed decision-making in professional settings, particularly in the movement sciences. Students formulate professional questions, acquire and appraise relevant evidence, synthesize findings, and explore practical applications. Specific emphasis on the use of data to inform recommendations and consideration of audience, purpose and context to communicate effectively in both written and oral presentations. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101 or ENG107 or permission of Instructor. EXS101 OR HES100 OR FON100 OR FON241 recommended.

General Education Designations: L

Class#	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Instructors	Availability
12864	Chandler-Gilbert: Pecos Campus Pecos Coyote Center Rm 2310	Hybrid In-Person	3/23 – 5/15 Spring 2026	M,W	10:00AM – 11:15AM	J. Sudimack IV M. Burgoyne	Open 13 of 25 seats available
12864	Notes Hybrid classes combine a reduced amount of scheduled classroom time with required out-of-class learning activities, typically conducted online. Second Eight (8) Week Class Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0. No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
29816	Chandler-Gilbert CGCC Online	Online	3/23 – 5/15 Spring 2026	N/A	N/A	J. Alexander A. Carter	Open 11 of 28 seats available
29816	Notes Second Eight (8) Week Class Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0. No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
28216	Glendale Online Class	Online	3/23 – 5/15 Spring 2026	N/A	N/A	A. Fried	Open 4 of 24 seats available
28216	Book Information Get books at the Bookstore