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4.00 Credits
This course presents a basic understanding of physical fitness as it relates to health and disease. Emphasis is placed on safe, effective, techniques for developing all components of physical fitness. Course assists students in critically evaluating exercise information promoted by the media. Includes discussion of the many and varied career opportunities in exercise science. 4 credits (3 lecture hours and 2 lab hours per week), fall semester
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3.00 Credits
This course is designed to provide the student with his/her first practical experience in the corporate, clinic and/or community setting. The primary objective of this practicum is to give the student an opportunity to closely observe the daily operations of a facility in which exercise is used. This experience is intended to assist the student in determining potential areas of interest for the senior internship. Prerequisite or Co-requisite: PHYS 107 and permission of Human Performance and Health Promotion Coordinator 1 credit (45 fieldwork hours), spring semester
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3.00 Credits
Examines physiological changes that occur during exercise, after exercise, and as a result of training adaptations. Integrative approach linking basic theories of science with logical application of concepts to normal and special populations. Cardiovascular and respiratory systems emphasized. Prerequisite or Co-requisite: MAGN 101 4 credits (3 lecture hours and 3 laboratory hours per week), fall semester
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3.00 Credits
Examines physiological changes that occur during exercise, after exercise, and as a result of training adaptations. Integrative approach linking basic theories of science with logical application of concepts to normal and special populations. Continuation of coursework covered in HPHP 200. Metabolic and skeletal systems emphasized. Prerequisite: HPHP 200 4 credits (3 lecture hours and 3 laboratory hours per week), spring semester
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3.00 Credits
This course introduces the student to the psychological factors that influence individual and group sport and exercise participation. Topics include the influence of personal psychology and the environment on athletic performance, techniques to enhance athletic and exercise performance and adherence, and the dynamics of group processes as they relate to sports. Discussion to address psycho-social factors related to the healthy psychological growth and development of children including aggression, character development, and sportspersonship. 3 credits (3 lecture hours per week) Prerequisite: Junior or senior standing and C or better in SOC 105, or by permission of the instructor, fall semester
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3.00 Credits
This course deals with the study of the musculoskeletal system and its involvement in human movement. Emphasis is placed on understanding the functional anatomy of the musculoskeletal and articular systems. Basic neuromuscular and biomechanical principles are introduced. Laboratory exercises concentrate on the role of muscle and joint action during basic movements and the adaptations resulting from pathologic conditions. Analysis of skill performances and their relationship to muscle, skeletal, and nervous systems will be emphasized. Prerequisites: C or better in BIOL 150 or ESCI 110 and PHYS 107 4 credits (3 lecture hours and 2 laboratory hour per week), fall semester
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3.00 Credits
This course is designed to enable the student to participate in and to lead volunteer work in the community promoting health and fitness. This experience emphasizes donating time to promote community well-being through application of a variety of skills developed in Human Performance and Health Promotion classes. The experience may include work at health or wellness fairs, at county health department functions, or in public schools. Prerequisites: BEMT 103, HPHP 201, and permission of the faculty member. 1 credit (45 fieldwork hours), spring semester
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3.00 Credits
Appraisal of various fitness parameters including functional capacity, muscle strength and endurance, flexibility and body composition. Application of appraisals in the development of exercise programming. Methods of quantifying energy cost of exercise, basic electrocardiography, cardiovascular risk stratification and interpretation of vital signs emphasized as components of exercise programming. Prerequisite: HPHP 201 4 credits (3 lecture hours, 3 laboratory hours), spring semester
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3.00 Credits
Provides students with the ability to develop and to implement sport-specific training programs, including periodization of the training cycle. Sport-specific conditioning of aerobic and anaerobic systems, including strength training, and discussion of short- and long-term benefits of specialized programs. Emphasis will be on appraisal and determination of individualized training needs and the establishment of personal performance goals. Includes instruction in the proper techniques and execution of training activities, as well as skill development in client education. Practical mastery is included. Prerequisite: HPHP 201 Credits: 3 credits (3 lecture hours), fall semester
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3.00 Credits
Integration of cardiorespiratory physiological concepts into the assessment of an individual's aerobic capacity and the application of these data in designing an effective aerobic exercise program. ACSM Guidelines will be followed. Prerequisite: HPHP 201, HPHP 305 Credits: 3 credits (3 lecture hours), fall semester
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