Austin Community College

FY 2008 Course Descriptions

Personal Fitness Trainer

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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: $13.50Skills: P Prerequisites: or corequisite: FITT 2409. ( ) 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: $3.50Skills: R ( ) Course Type: W

FITT 2264 PRACTICUM (OR FIELD EXPERIENCE) - HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION, GENERAL (2-0-14). Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student. The plan relates the workplace training and experiences to the student's general and technical course of study. This is a capstone course. Insurance: $13.50Skills: I Prerequisites: FITT 1343 and FITT 2409. ( ) 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 ( ) Course Type: W

FITT 2313 EXERCISE SCIENCE (3-3-0). A survey of scientific principles, methodologies, and research as applied to exercise and physical fitness. Emphasis on physiological responses and adaptations to exercise. Topics include basic elements of kinesiology, biomechanics, motor learning, and the physical fitness industry. Skills: E Prerequisites: BIOL 2404 or BIOL 2304 and BIOL 2101. ( ) 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 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: $3.50Skills: E Prerequisites: FITT 2313. Prerequisite or corequisite: BIOL 2305 and BIOL 2102. ( ) Course Type: W

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Course Descriptions as of January 12, 2010 02:30am
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