Program: HERS - Performance Analytics 3+2 Program - BS Major - Winona State University

Apr 03, 2025

2025-2026 Undergraduate Catalog

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77 credits (acceptance into PAMS program required)

2.5 GPA required (major and overall)

C grade or better required in major courses.

Overview

The department provides a 3+2 opportunity for students interested in a Master of Science in Performance Analytics (PAMS) degree via the HERS - Exercise & Rehabilitative Sciences - Strength & Conditioning (ERSC) - BS Major and the Performance Analytics (PAMS) - MS degree. This five-year accelerated program is designed to provide students an opportunity to complete both academic degrees in less time than traditional programs.

The Performance Analytics focus of the Strength and Conditioning major prepares students to work as sports scientists, breaking down data from all aspects of physical performance, injury prevention, and preparation for return to play. The Performance Analytics focus contains additional course work in biomechanics, physiology, and fitness programming which are all focused on optimizing athletic performance. Students will apply to the Performance Analytics Master’s program (PAMS) during their third year. Acceptance to PAMS is required to complete HERS 580, HERS 581, HERS 582, and HERS 583 (see graduate catalog).

Core Requirements (41 credits)

Health, Exercise, and Rehabilitative Sciences (30 credits)

✽ HERS 205 - Nutrition for Lifetime Wellness (3 credits)
HERS 280 - Foundations of Exercise Science (3 credits)
HERS 291 - Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries (2 credits)
HERS 314 - Anatomical Kinesiology (3 credits)
△ HERS 340 - Physiology of Exercise (4 credits)
HERS 370 - Mechanical Kinesiology (4 credits)
HERS 380 - Laboratory Methods in Exercise Science (2 credits)
△ HERS 445 - Medical Aspects of Exercise (3 credits)
HERS 460 - Nutrition for the Physically Active (3 credits)
◆ HERS 468 - Pathophysiology for the Health Professions (3 credits)

Note

HERS 560 may count as HERS 460 for students accepted into MSAT and PAMS programs.
HERS 568 may count as HERS 468 for students accepted into the MSAT program.

Biology (8 credits)

BIOL 211 - Anatomy and Physiology I (4 credits)
BIOL 212 - Anatomy and Physiology II (4 credits)

Statistics (3 credits)

Choose one:

STAT 110 - Fundamentals of Statistics (3 credits)
STAT 210 - Statistics (3 credits)

Required Courses (18 credits)

Performance Analytics Courses (18 credits)

The Performance Analytics focus of the Strength and Conditioning major is designed for individuals planning to complete the Master’s of Science degree in Performance Analytics. The focus prepares students to work as sports scientists, breaking down data from all aspects of physical performance, injury prevention, and preparation for return to play. The Performance Analytics focus contains additional course work in biomechanics, physiology, and fitness programming which are all focused on optimizing athletic performance. Students will apply to the Performance Analytics Master’s program (PAMS) during their third year. Acceptance to PAMS is required to complete HERS 580, HERS 581, HERS 582, and HERS 583 (see graduate catalog).

HERS 495 - Internship in Strength and Conditioning (6-12 credits) (min. 6 credits required)
HERS 580 - Exercise Physiology for Performance Analytics (3 credits)
HERS 581 - Performance Analytics in Biomechanics (3 credits)
HERS 582 - Innovation and New Technologies in Human Performance (3 credits)
HERS 583 - Advanced Programming for Peak Performance (3 credits)

Legend

◎ = Oral Intensive

◆ = Math/Critical Analysis Intensive

△ = Writing Intensive

✽ = Physical Development and Wellness Graduation Requirement

HERS - Performance Analytics 3+2 Program - BS Major