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Course Criteria
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3.00 Credits
This course is an introduction to the professional practice and disciplinary dimensions of exercise science. Students will examine concepts including professionalism, ethics, certification and licensure, employment opportunities and scientific foundations of the various sub-disciplines within the exercise science field.
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2.00 Credits
This course is designed specifically for the tactical athlete (military, law enforcement, fire and rescue, protective services, first responders, and other emergency services). The tactical strength and conditioning course is designed to increase the performance, readiness, and longevity of tactical athletes while decreasing the likelihood of fitness and job related injuries by utilizing proven training methods and team training.
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1.00 Credits
This course provides skill, instruction, and experience related to the use of map and compass for off-trail wilderness navigation and problem solving. Navigation techniques will be taught and advanced through practical application. This course concludes with a weekend trip.
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1.00 Credits
This course provides skill, instruction, and experience related to numerous outdoor activities. Activities may include any or all of the following: canoeing, kayaking, orienteering, rock climbing, adventure ropes course, hiking, camping, natures edibles, and/or outdoor cooking. Students are exposed to a variety of skills so they have the opportunity to pursue interests beyond this course and throughout their lives. This course concludes with a weekend trip.
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2.00 Credits
This course is designed to prepare the student enrolled in the Outdoor Education Program for an extended outdoor trip. Special attention will be paid to water purification, hypothermia, wilderness etiquette, and the principles of minimal impact camping. The course culminates with a camping trip in the wilderness.
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1.00 Credits
This course is an introduction to the outdoor leisure sport of hiking. Students will have the opportunity to explore a number of different parks and experience recreational hiking, either in groups or solo. Instruction includes hiking basics, first aid on the trail, trail navigation, and preparation for a days hiking experience.
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1.00 Credits
The focus of yoga will be on the physical dimension. We will stress exercise, movements, and poses which will enhance overall mobility, flexibility, balance, and muscle training. Yoga will train used, underused, and opposing muscles which may improve one's physical quality of life. Yoga instruction will introduce the mental aspect as well. We will begin to develop, practice, and train the relationship between mind and body in order to improve the body's mental and physical communication. This course can be repeated for credit.
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1.00 Credits
This course is designed for the beginner in both kayaking and canoeing. Students will learn how to get in and out of the kayak, wet entry, basic paddling strokes, and safety on the water for flat water kayaking. The canoeing portion covers safety, and proper steering paddling techniques. The course also includes a half day canoe trip and a half day kayak lake tour for skill application.
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1.00 Credits
This course focuses on boxing skill and techniques. Students will be introduced to punching, boxer's stance, footwork, balance and stance in movement, training, safety practices, and the health and physical benefits associated with boxing. The class will utilize heavy bags, speed bags, as well as other sport-specific equipment. Methodology, strategy, and self-defense applications will also be included. Excessive force, violence, or aggression are not required or expected and will not be tolerated. All skill levels welcome.
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1.00 Credits
This course builds upon existing boxing skills and techniques. Students will further advance and develop their striking and defensive skills, advanced footwork, balance, body awareness, safety practices, and overall efficiency in boxing. The class will utilize heavy bags, reflex bags, as well as other sport-specific equipment. Students will also review boxing techniques and strategies utilized by former and modern day athletes/coaches. Methodology, strategy, and self-defense applications will continue to be included. Excessive force, violence, or aggression are not required, expected, or allowed and will not be tolerated.
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