Austin Community College
Spring 2011 - OPEN COURSES
Course Descriptions All Courses Classroom Courses Distance Learning Courses
Updated: 11/30/2011 11:01:38
PERSONAL FITNESS TRAINER
16 Week Session January 18 - May 15
FITT 1343 Performance Enhancement for Athletics
P+ [8/9] 23621 Lec 001 RVS 109 Th 1:10pm - 3:00pm OH Soto, Pamela
Lab 001 RVS 1160 Th 3:00pm - 4:50pm
FITT 2313 Exercise Science
E+ [10/12] 23622 Lec 001 RVS 109 T 1:10pm - 3:40pm OH Soto, Pamela
FITT 2409 Theory of Exercise Program Design and Instruction
E+ [10/11] 23623 Lec 002 RVS 103 MW 7:00pm - 8:20pm OH Smith, Paul
Lab 002 RVS 103 MW 8:30pm - 9:50pm
FITT 1343 Performance Enhancement for Athletics
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. Prerequisite: BIOL 2404 or BIOL 2304 and BIOL 2101.
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 2313 Exercise Science
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. Prerequisite: BIOL 2404 or BIOL 2304 and BIOL 2101.
FITT 2409 Theory of Exercise Program Design and Instruction
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. Site Fee: $20. Prerequisite: BIOL 2404 or BIOL 2304 and BIOL 2101.