Fitness/Sport Science Minor Program Requirements

AHS 2150

Designs for Fitness

This course investigates the basic components of fitness. Topics include: fitness assessment testing, individualized exercise prescriptions, team conditioning programs, risk factor analysis and chronic disease prevention, behavior modification, nutrition and weight control, body composition analysis, hydration and heat illness prevention, physiological effects of training and overtraining.

This course fulfills the Scientific and Mathematical Understanding Frame of Reference.

Fee Fee $15

Every semester

PED 2070

Conditioning

This course introduces the student to a variety of activities including speed and agility drills, strength training, circuits and cardiovascular training.

PED 2140

Fitness Center Management

This course is designed to explore and analyze current management practices in public, private, and corporate fitness centers. Topics to be considered include assessment practices, facility design, planning marketing, organizational aspects, and evaluation. Additionally, a review of certifications through various professional organizations and job opportunities will be discussed.

Prerequisite: Current CPR certification or permission of the instructor

Spring

PED 2160

Emergency Care and Personal Safety

Emergency Care is an American Red Cross Emergency Response Course based on the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) 1995 First Responder: National Standards Curriculum. This course will provide the participant essential information for developing the functional first aid capabilities of a first responder. As a crucial link in the EMS system, first responders evaluate and treat patients until more advanced medical help can arrive. This course does not provide state licensure for ambulance personnel.

Fee Fee $15.

Every semester

PED 2210

Physical Methods of Stress Management

Every semester, 7 week course

PED 4020

Applied Nutrition and Weight Control

Principles of human nutrition, the metabolism of nutrients during rest and exercise modes; the role of carbohydrates, fats, proteins and vitamins during rest and exercise; the role of exercise in the energy balance system for weight control; a study of various fad diets for weight control; and the concepts of overweight and obesity will be studied. An individualized project will be included.

Prerequisite: BIO 2012 or consent of instructor.

Spring

AHS 2170

Strength Training Principles

Strength Training Principles is a course designed to develop the student’s knowledge in the techniques and theories of strength training. Focus will be on proper lifting technique and safety. Secondary attention will be devoted to designing strength-training programs. This is an activity class and participation is mandatory.

Every semester