» B.S. Applied Human Physiology
The B.S. in Applied Human Physiology involves a solid foundation in basic science courses that are essential for advanced courses in one of two areas of study. One area of study is “Applied Clinical Physiology” that offers elective choices for students with an aspiration for admission to medical school, dental school, pharmacy school, Ph.D. physiology programs, and food science graduate/doctorate programs. The other area of study is “Applied Exercise Science” that offers elective choices for students with an aspiration for admission to graduate or doctorate programs in kinesiology, exercise physiology, or exercise science.
4 Year Program
Freshman: | ||
Fall | Interterm | Spring |
BIO 204/204L | HSCI 101 | BIO 205/205L or BIO 208/208L |
CHEM 140/140L | CHEM 150/150L | |
MATH 110 | MATH 111 | |
Sophomore: | ||
Fall | Interterm | Spring |
PHYS 107/107L | PHYS 108/108L | |
MATH 203 or PSY 203 | HSCI 365 | |
HSCI 210/210L | ||
Junior: | ||
Fall | Interterm | Spring |
HSCI 366/366L | AoS* Elective | |
AoS* Elective | AoS* Elective | |
AoS* Elective | AoS* Elective | |
Senior: | ||
Fall | Interterm | Spring |
AoS* Elective | AHP 498 | |
AoS* Elective | AoS* Elective |
*Area of Study (AoS) Coursework 24 credits
Faculty and Student Publications
Barrett, N.D., C.W. James, J.P. Tam, E.S. Levesque, A.S. Ketterer, W.R. Memon, C.S. Rakovski, and F. Frisch. Evaluating the predictive quality of the Chapman Bone Algorithm using aggregated data sets. International Journal of Community Medicine and Public Health 6(1): 38-43, 2019.
Dror, A.D., K. Virk, K. Lee, A. Gerston, A. Prakash, M.J. Abbott, S.V. Jaque, and K.D. Sumida. Resistance training threshold for elevating bone mineral density in growing female rats. International Journal of Sports Medicine 39(5): 382-389, 2018.
Joo, W., H. Singh, C.P. Ahles, Y. Lee, W. Colazas, L.C. Lee, R.A. Pierce, A. Prakash, S.V. Jaque, and K.D. Sumida. Training-induced increase in bone mineral density between growing male and female rats. International Journal of Sports Medicine 36: 992-998, 2015.
Ahles, C.P., H. Singh, W. Joo, Y. Lee, L.C. Lee, W. Colazas, R.A. Pierce, A. Prakash, S.V. Jaque, and K.D. Sumida. High volumes of resistance exercise are not required for greater bone mineral density during growth. Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise 45(1): 36-42, 2013.
Horani, M., A. Dror, D. Holland, F. Caporaso, K.D. Sumida, and F. Frisch. Prevalence of vitamin D3 deficiency in Orange County residents. Journal of Community Health 36(5): 760-764, 2011.
Pierce, R.A., L.C. Lee, C.P. Ahles, S.M. Shdo, S.V. Jaque, and K.D. Sumida. Different training volumes yield equivalent increases in BMD. International Journal of Sports Medicine 31: 803-809, 2010.
Kayser, B.D., J.K. Godfrey, R.M. Cunningham, R.A. Pierce, S.V. Jaque, and K.D. Sumida. Equal BMD after daily or triweekly exercise in growing rats. International Journal of Sports Medicine 31: 44-50, 2010.
Godfrey, J.K., B.D. Kayser, G.V. Gomez, J. Bennett, S.V. Jaque, and K.D. Sumida. Interrupted resistance training & BMD in growing rats. International Journal of Sports Medicine 30: 579-584, 2009.
Goettsch, B.M., M.Z. Smith, J.A. O’Brien, G.V. Gomez, S.V. Jaque, and K.D. Sumida. Interrupted vs. uninterrupted training on BMD during growth. International Journal of Sports Medicine 29: 980-986, 2008.
Smith, M.Z., B.M. Goettsch, R.D. Van Ramshorst, J.A. O’Brien, S.V. Jaque, and K.D. Sumida. Resistance training & bone mineral density during growth. International Journal of Sports Medicine 29: 316-321, 2008.
For the below manuscript listings, the names of student authors are bolded.
Student Research Awards:
Woojin Joo (2012), Suzie Shdo (2010), James Godfrey (2008), and Brady Slater (2016) under the supervision of Dr. Sumida, were either awarded or among the finalist for the David Bruce Outstanding Undergraduate Abstract sponsored by the American Physiological Society.
Lucy Lee (2010) and Brittany Goettsch (2007), under the supervision of Dr. Sumida, were awarded second place for their presentation of data at the Graduate Women in Science annual meeting.
Shantae Thornton (2016), under the supervision of Dr. Abbott won the John C. Johnson award for excellence in undergraduate research poster presentation at the Tri Beta Pacific District Conference at Cal Poly Pomona, 2016.
Program Advising
For questions about general education requirements and registration, contact the Crean College specialist from the Office of Academic Advising, Pablo Arias, at paarias@chapman.edu.
For questions about program requirements, please contact your faculty advisor. If you don’t know who your faculty advisor is, please check my.chapman.edu. If you don’t see a faculty advisor listed, please email the department Administrative Coordinator, Erika Orejola, at orejola@chapman.edu.
Students interested in medical school can contact their science faculty advisor or any faculty listed below. Students interested in health care professions other than an allopathic medical school can contact the following individuals listed below who have knowledge of each specialty indicated:
Dentistry - Dr. Rowland-Goldsmith
Veterinary - Dr. Marco Bisoffi
Pharmacy - Dr. Elaine Schwartz
Optometry - Dr. Frank Frisch
Osteopathic Medicine - Dr. Caroline Wilson
PT, OT, PA, and NP - Dr. Ken Sumida
To connect with a current HPA student peer advisor, email Dylan Holder at dholder@chapman.edu
Office: 1st Floor "cubes" Argyros Forum Walk-in hours: Wednesday, 11-1 pm and Thursday, 9:30- 11:30 am
Internship Opportunities
Clubs and Honor Societies
Chapman is home to hundreds of student organizations. We have clubs for any interest you can think of (and maybe a few you didn’t even know existed), and that includes healthcare focused organizations, such as:
- Tri-Beta (a.k.a. Beta Beta Beta): National honor society for medical students.
- The American Medical Student Association: Our chapter of the largest community of medical students in the country.
- Global Medical Brigades: Implementing sustainable medical practices in other countries.
- Chapman STEMtors: Inspiring young scientists in the local community.
- Pre-PT/OT Club: A community for future physical and occupational therapists.
- Pre Dental Society: Get informed about and prepared for dental school.
- Pre-PA Club: Begin your path to becoming a physician assistant.
- Emergency Medical Education Club: Learn how to provide first aid and help those in need.
- Chapman MEDLIFE: Join volunteer clinics around the world.
Global Education Opportunities
Applied Human Physiology majors are encouraged to consider spending a semester abroad and have many opportunities around the globe. Earn credit toward your Chapman degree by taking unique courses that may be applied for credit for both general education and your major such as Exercise Physiology, Biomechanics, Nutrition, Chemistry, and more! Below are sample courses and recommended programs for Applied Human Physiology majors. Apply two semesters prior. Visit the Global Gateway for more options.
Europe
- ISA – University of Roehampton (London): Biomechanical Analysis of Movement, Intro to Sports & Exercise Psychology, Fundamentals of Exercise Physiology, Principles of Human Nutrition, Cell Biology, Physiology of Exercise, Applied Biomechanics, Physiology of Exercise
- Temple University Rome (Italy): Contemporary Biology, Biostatistics, Biochemistry
- Arcadia – University of Glasgow (Scotland): Forensic Medicine, Sports Science, Functional Anatomy for International Pre-Medical Students, Genes, Molecules, & Cells
Pacific Region
- University of Auckland (New Zealand): Basic Concepts of Physics, Physics for the Life Sciences, Biophysical Foundations, Physiology, Exercise, & Fitness, Health, Fitness, & Culture
- ISA – University of Sydney (Australia): Fundamentals of Exercise Physiology, Exercise Physiology-Training Adaptations, Exercise physiology and Biochemistry, Biomechanical Analysis of Movement, Physiological Testing and Training, Environmental Stress and Physiological Strain, Diet and Nutrition for Health and Sports
- ISA – University of Newcastle (Australia): Exercise Physiology, Exercise Testing and Prescription, Biomechanics, Motor Control
- ISA – La Trobe University (Australia): Exercise Biomechanics, Brian, Mind, & Behavior, Chemistry, Physics for Life Sciences, Practical Skills in Biomedical Science, X-Ray Science
Asia
- ISEP – Pendidikan Sultan Idris (Malaysia): Applied Exercise Physiology, Mind and Body, Nutrition for Specific Sports, Positive Psychology and Sports Excellence, Sports Injuries and Rehabilitation, Sports Stress Management
Africa
- University of Cape Town (South Africa): Applied Human Biology, Human Neurosciences, Integrated Anatomical and Physiological Sciences
Students can partake in a Summer International Internship to obtain hands-on work and culture experience while earning 3 Chapman credits. Internships are offered in seven locations worldwide including Santiago, Shanghai, Prague, Madrid, Dublin, Australia (multiple cities), and New Zealand (multiple cities). Placements are customized and based on the student’s major, career goals, and interests. Apply fall semester prior.
Every Interterm and summer, Chapman faculty lead groups of students on Travel Courses for 1-4 weeks and you can earn 3-4 Chapman credits to a range of international and domestic locations. Travel Course subjects include language, environmental science, leadership, business, humanities, and others. Apply one semester prior.
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