Weight Training and Conditioning I Syllabus for 2014-2015
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Course

PHED-1113-007 Weight Training and Conditioning I

Prerequisites

Course Description

Designed to teach the technique of physical conditioning through weight training and various types of exercise. Includes warm-up drills, conditioning exercises and fundamental skills and techniques of weight training.

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Hours

(1 sem hr; 3 act)

Class Type

On Campus Course

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

Textbooks are not required.

Supplies

\ Clothing suitable for working out.  Tennis shoes.

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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Expected Student Behavior

\ All students are required to abide by the policies of Carter Fitness Center while attending class/lab.
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\ Students are REQUIRED to use college IDs to gain entry to class/lab.

Grading Criteria

\ GRADING POLICY:
\ 1. Attendance - 75%
\ 2. Performance Assessment – 25%

\ MAKEUP POLICY:
\ Pick up make-up form at front desk of Carter Fitness Center. Participate in activity for 1 hour. Check out with front desk upon completion of make-up. Check fitness center hours before planning make-up workout.

Attendance

\ ABSENTEE POLICY:
\ Three make-ups are allowed.  Once you have used your 3 make-ups, the class attendance grade is as follows:
\ 0 absence A
\ 1 absence B
\ 2 absences C
\ 3 absences D
\ 4 or more F

\ An absence is defined as not attending class during scheduled class time.  Special considerations must be put in written form and will be taken into consideration.  Work, doctor's appointments, make-up tests and any other personal matters should be scheduled around class time.
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Additional Information

\ In addition to the objectives listed above, after completing this course, the student will be able to do the following:

\ 1. Demonstration of proper weight training exercises for each muscle group.
\ 2. To be able to illustrate proper warm-up training and cardiovascular training..
\ 3. Demonstrate knowledge of training techniques.
\ 4. To achieve normal strength development as tested by strength battery test. (25% of grade)
\ 5. Complete medical history assessment and liability waiver.
\ 6. Set specific goals and monitor progress throughout the semester.
\ 7. Keep a daily log of exercise.

\ Designed to teach techniques of physical conditioning through weight training and various types of exercises. Includes warm-up exercises, conditioning, and fundamental skills in various techniques of weight training.
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