Austin Community College
Fall 2009 - ALL COURSES
Course Descriptions All Courses Classroom Courses Distance Learning Courses
Updated: 01/27/2010 14:01:19
PERSONAL FITNESS TRAINER
16 Week Session August 24 - December 13
FITT 1401 Fitness and Exercise Testing
R [12/15] 40785 Lec 001 RVS 109 T 1:00pm - 3:30pm OH Soto, Pamela
Lab 001 RVS 9110 Th 2:30pm - 5:00pm
FITT 2301 Lifestyle Change for Wellness
E [13/16] 40786 Lec 001 RVS 2267 M 7:05pm - 9:35pm OH Smith, Paul
FITT 2333 Fitness Industry Operations and Technology
E [10/12] 40787 Lec 001 RVS 109 T 7:00pm - 9:30pm OH Melkerson-Granryd, Michele
FITT 1401 Fitness and Exercise Testing
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.
FITT 2301 Lifestyle Change for Wellness
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.
FITT 2333 Fitness Industry Operations and Technology
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.