DEPARTMENTAL COURSE SYLLABUS

 

Department: Kinesiology/Dance

Revision Date: November 2005

San Antonio College  *  1300 San Pedro  *  San Antonio, TX  *  78212-4299

Course Number and Title: KINE 1104, Physical Conditioning

Credit Hours: 1

Office: 131B

Instructor: Varies

Phone: (210)733-2761   Fax: (210)733-2765

Email: lbleamas@accd.edu

Web Address (URL): http://www.accd.edu/sac/kine

 

 

I.

Catalog Description: This course emphasizes the development of cardiovascular fitness, muscular

strength and endurance, flexibility, and control of body fat through the use of aerobic activities and

weight training.  Typical activities include circuit training, the use of aerobic machines and weight

machines, and stretching exercises.  Discussion of nutritional guidelines is also included.

 

II.

Pre-requisites, co-requisites and other requirements: None

 

III.

Text: None

 

IV.

Instruction will consist of:

Lecture

                                                            Demonstration

                                                            Class Discussion

                                                            Handouts and Written Assignments

 

V.

Course Content:           Cardiovascular Program

                                    Muscular Strength and Endurance Program

                                    Circuit/Interval Workouts

                                    Fitness Assessment

                                    Body Composition Analysis

                                    Flexibility Program

                                    Components of Health-Related Fitness

                                    Nutrition Guidelines

                                    Injury Prevention

                                    Safety Guidelines

                                    Relevant Fitness and Wellness Issues

 

VI.

Learning Outcomes and Performances Objectives with their methods of measurements as used to determine the students’ mastery of those outcomes.

 

Learning Outcome 1:  Students will improve cardio respiratory fitness.

 

Performance Objective/Method(s) of measurement for each objective.

1.      The students will demonstrate the ability to exercise aerobically for 20 to 60 minutes at an intensity of 70-85% of heart rate.  This will be measured by performance and heart rate checks. 

2.      The students will complete a 1.0 mile walk or 1.5 mile run test for time.  This will be measured by fitness tests.

 

Learning Outcome 2:  Students will improve muscular strength and endurance.

 

Performance Objective/Method(s) of measurement for each objective.

1.      The students will demonstrate the ability to execute muscular strength and endurance activities using resistance equipment, free weights, body bars, and calisthenics.  This will be measured by performance. 

2.      The students will be able to perform timed upper body, lower body, and torso tests.  This will be measured by performance tests.

 

Learning Outcome 3:  Students will improve muscular flexibility.

 

Performance Objective/Method(s) of measurement for each objective.

1.      The students will demonstrate the ability to engage in static stretching routines at the end of each class.  This will be measured by performance.

2.      The students will demonstrate current levels of flexibility by performing a hamstring and lower back flexibility stretch.  This will be measured by the AccuFlex sit and reach test.

 

Learning Outcome 4:  Students will positively affect their body composition.

 

Performance Objective/Method(s) of measurement for each objective.

1.      The students will participate in aerobic activities to burn fat.  This will be measured by performance.

2.      The students will participate in resistance activities to build muscle.  This will be measured by performance.

3.      The students will determine current levels of body composition by assessing their body fat.  This will be measured appropriate body composition analyzing tests.

 

Learning Outcome 5: Students will explain how knowledge of proper nutrition and the components of

health-related fitness can contribute to a healthy lifestyle, can prevent chronic disease and minimize

stress.

 

Performance Objective/Method(s) of measurement for each objective.

1.      The student will participate in classroom lectures and open discussions.  This will be measured by administration of written tests and participation.

 

 

VII.

Course requirements and grade computation.

 

 

A.

College Requirements:

 

A written, comprehensive final examination, not to exceed three hours in length, shall be given at the end of each semester for each course at the regular scheduled time.  Any exceptions to these requirements must be approved by the appropriate dean.  Other examinations are given at the discretion of the instructor.

 

A student who must be absent from the final examination should petition that instructor for permission to postpone the examination.  A student absent without permission from a final examination is graded “F.” Postponed examinations result in a grade of “I.” The final exam must be taken within 120 calendar days from the end of the semester or the grade automatically becomes an “F.” (San Antonio College Bulletin, Faculty Handbook – January 1995)

 

 

B.

Department Requirements: Health Questionnaire completed and furnished your own lock.

 

 

C.

Instructor Requirements: Varies

 

VIII.

College Policies:

 

 

A.

San Antonio College does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability with respect to access, employment programs or services.

 

 

B.

Students are urged not to bring children to either a class or lab.  Minors under the age of twelve (12) must not be left unattended on campus.  College Academic Council – April, 1998

 

 

C.

ADA Statement: “As per section 504 of the Vocational Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, if accommodations is needed contact the Office of DisABILITY Support Services, CAC 124C, Phone: (210) 733-2347.

 

 

D.

A Rapid Response Team exists for the purpose of responding to emergencies.  If you have a disability that will require assistance in the event of a building evacuation, notify Disability Support Services, Chance Academic Center 124C, Phone: (210) 733-2347.

 

 

E.

Academic Dishonesty: Students may be subject to disciplinary proceedings resulting in an academic penalty or disciplinary penalty for academic dishonesty.  Academic Dishonesty includes, but is not limited to, cheating on a test, plagiarism and collusion. For additional information refer to the “Student Code of Conduct” in the San Antonio College Bulletin.

 

 

F.

Students are required to silence all electronic devices (e.g., pagers, cellular phones, etc.) when in classrooms, laboratories and library.  College Academic Council, 01/2000.

 

 

G.

San Antonio College Attendance Policy: Regular and punctual attendance is required.  A student absent for any reason is responsible for all work missed.  Absences are recorded from the first day of class.  A student absent the equivalent of two weeks of instruction, may be dropped by the instructor with a grade of “W.” Both tardiness and early departure from class are forms of absenteeism.  The instructor establishes the policy with regards for each.

 

 

H.

San Antonio College is a smoke free campus.

 

 

I.

ACCD DPS Emergency Phone Numbers:

 

ACCD DPS Emergency Phone (210) 222-0911

 

ACCD DPS General Phone      (210) 208-8099

 

ACCD DPS Emergency Phone (210) 208-8189 (For information on college closures)

 

 

J.

Students must also abide by the policies, procedures, and rules set forth in the “Student Code of Conduct” and all other policies set forth in the San Antonio College Bulletin.

http://www.accd.edu/sac/sacmain/schedule/SAC_Bulletin_05-06.pdf