Weight Training and Conditioning II Syllabus for 2011-2012
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Course

PHED-2113-004 Weight Training and Conditioning II

Prerequisites

PHED 1113

Course Description

Designed to develop the muscular and cardiovascular systems beyond the basic weight training and conditioning level.

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Hours

(1 sem hr; 3 act)

Class Type

On Campus Course

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

\ Textbooks are not required.

Supplies

\ Workout clothes, tennis shoes, paper and pens.

Student Performance

By the end of the semester the student will be able to satisfactorily complete all of the listed learning objectives with a minimum 70% competency level based upon regular participation in moderate fitness activities and completion of required assignments. Also the student will:

1. Complete a medical history assessment and a pre and post fitness evaluation.
2. Set specific long term and short term goals and monitor progress throughout the semester.
3. Keep a daily log of exercise activities.
4. Define frequency, intensity, and duration of exercise.
5. Identify a weight training program and progress through it during the semester.
6. Demonstrate proper weight training exercises for each muscle group.
7. Complete a pre and post strength evaluation.
8. Learn the effects of types of training methods of the body and to demonstrate those methods.
9. Become familiar with weight training equipment for weight training program and cardio
training equipment for warm-up/cardio training.
10. Acquire essential skills for making positive behavior changes in the areas of Nutrition,
Fitness, Stress Management and Weight Management
11. Choose and participate in a weight training program throughout the semester.
12. Complete a Physical Activity Readiness Questionaire(PAR-Q) form.

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Log in using the AC Connect Portal

In order to receive your AC Connect Email, you must log in through AC Connect at https://acconnect.actx.edu .

If you are an active staff or faculty member according to Human Resources, use "Exchange". All other students, use "AC Connect (Google) Email".

Expected Student Behavior

\ Students are expected to follow all Amarillo College and Carter Fitness Center policies and procedures.
\ Students are REQUIRED to use college IDs to gain entry to class/lab.

Grading Criteria

\ Attendance is essential in order to successfully complete this course. 

\ TTH                   MW                            

\ 0 Absences    0 Absences = 100   
\ 1 “                     1 “ = 90                       
\ 2 “                     2 “ = 80                       
\ 3 “                     3 “ = 70                       
\ 4 “                     4 “ = 60                       
\ 5+ “                   5+ “ = Automatic F

\ In addition to attendance, there will be a Pre and Post Fitness Test that will make up 10% of your grade.

Attendance

\ Regular attendance is necessary for satisfactory achievement.  Therefore, it is the responsibility of the student to attend class.

\ TTH                   MW                            

\ 0 Absences    0 Absences = 100   
\ 1 “                     1 “ = 90                       
\ 2 “                     2 “ = 80                       
\ 3 “                     3 “ = 70                       
\ 4 “                     4 “ = 60                       
\ 5+ “                   5+ “ = Automatic F
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\ You will be required to scan in each time you visit the facility. To do this, you must have a current student ID. You must bring your ID card with you each time you visit the facility to gain access at the front desk.

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Additional Information

\ Makeup classes must be arranged with instructor.  In order to makeup a class you will need to fill out a Class Makeup sheet at the front desk of the Carter Fitness Center.  The sheet will be placed in my Carter Fitness mailbox after you makeup the class.