FITT 1343 PERFORMANCE ENHANCEMENT FOR ATHLETICS (3-2-2). A study of the scientific principles and methodologies to enhance athletic performance. Emphasis on the concepts of periodization of training as it relates to preseason, competitive season, and off-season goals. Topics include evaluation and assessment protocols, exercise techniques, and safety. Offered in Spring Semester. Insurance: $13.10Skills: E Prerequisites: or corequisite: FITT 2409. Corequisite: FITT 2231. (FIT 2312) Course Type: W
FITT 1401 FITNESS AND EXERCISE TESTING (4-3-3). A study of the techniques for conducting physical fitness assessments including tests of cardiorespiratory fitness, muscular strength and endurance, joint flexibility, body composition, and pulmonary capacity. Topics include an introduction to electrocardiography and equipment use and maintenance. Emphasis on safety guidelines and precautions. Insurance: $3.10Skills: R (FIT 1104) Course Type: W
FITT 2231 GROUP EXERCISE INSTRUCTION (2-1-3). A study of guided and sequential experiences for developing aerobic based group exercise leadership skills. Opportunities provided for students to practice these skills under a professional mentor in a group setting. Offered in Spring Semester. Insurance: $3.10Skills: R Prerequisites: or corequisite: FITT 2409. Corequisite: FITT 1343. (FIT 2302) Course Type: W
FITT 2280 PERSONAL FITNESS TRAINER COOPERATIVE (2-1-7). An intermediate course with lecture and work-based instruction that helps students gain practical experience in the fitness industry, enhance skills and integrate knowledge. Indirect supervision is provided by the work supervisor and lecture is provided by the college faculty. This is a paid learning experience. Insurance: $13.10Skills: E Prerequisites: FITT 1401 and FITT 1313. ( ) Course Type: W
FITT 2301 LIFESTYLE CHANGE FOR WELLNESS (3-3-0). A study of the components of weight control, smoking cessation, stress management, and other current trends. Topics include techniques in behavior modification, motivation, teaching, and counseling. Offered in Fall Semester. Skills: E (FIT 2203) Course Type: W
FITT 2333 FITNESS INDUSTRY OPERATIONS AND TECHNOLOGY (3-3-0). A survey of the practical aspects of the physical fitness industry. Emphasis on equipment cost analysis, program marketing, legal issues, policy formation, budgetary planning, computer software applications, and current industry trends. Offered in Spring Semester. Skills: E ( ) Course Type: W
FITT 2364 FITNESS TECHNOLOGY PRACTICUM (3-0-21). Practical general training and experiences in the workplace. The college with the employer develops and documents an individualized plan for the student. The plan relates the workplace training and experiences to the student's general and technical course of study. The guided external experiences may be for pay or no pay. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. This is a capstone course. Insurance: $13.10Skills: Z Prerequisites: FITT 1343 and FITT 2231. (FIT 2404) Course Type: W
FITT 2409 THEORY OF EXERCISE PROGRAM DESIGN AND INSTRUCTION (4-3-3). The study of health related components of physical fitness including cardiorespiratory endurance, muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility, and body composition. Topics include the theoretical basis underlying physical fitness; instructional techniques for fitness development; and methods for leading an exercise session, including design, instruction, and evaluation. Offered in Spring Semester. Site Fee: $20. Insurance: $3.10Skills: E Prerequisites: FITT 1313. Prerequisite or corequisite: BIOL 2402 or BIOL 2305 and BIOL 2102. (FIT 2204) Course Type: W