PE 320 - Fitness Testing

Institution:

Oakwood University

Subject:

Description:

2 hours This course is designed to enhance the understanding of fitness and the scientific aspects of evaluating fitness levels, and focuses on the hands-on application of advanced fitness testing. Tests include, but are not limited to, body fat analysis (hydrostatic weighing), treadmill stress testing, strength analysis, flexibility testing, lung capacity, nutrition analysis, stress profile, and varied other fitness and wellness evaluations. Requiring the student to understand how to administer these tests to each other is preparation for administering these and other tests in areas such as health clubs, hospital settings, and corporate fitness. This course is also preparation for academic environment application at the elementary, secondary, and University level. Prerequisite: PE 101.

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.oakwood.edu

Phone Number:

(256) 726-7000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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