PHED 1210

Physical Fitness

 

 

COURSE                 Physical Fitness PHED 1210 1 hour credit

 

CATALOG             PHED 1210 Physical Fitness (1) This course is designed for students

DESCRIPTION      interested in an individualized exercise program that can improve

                                strength, flexibility, endurance, and cardiovascular fitness while using

                                the campus fitness center. The student, along with an assigned

                                instructor, will develop a personal fitness program designed for

                                students interested in keeping physically fit through regular workouts.

                                All workouts must be scheduled and completed in the College fitness

                                center.

 

INSTRUCTOR       Ron Timberlake                  

                                Phone Number: (615) 452‑8600,Ext. 3245         

                                Office:  Pickel Bldg. P-125

                                                                                                           

TEXTBOOK         None

 

GENERAL            The general education goal of this course is to provide

EDUCATION       students with an opportunity to develop an awareness of

GOAL                   the relationship between physical and mental well being and give

                              training in skills that can be used to maintain a healthy balance in this

                              relationship.

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GENERAL            As a result of successful completion of this course,

EDUCATION       students will have demonstrated an acceptable level of

OUTCOME          effectiveness in designated fitness concepts. They will

                              also have demonstrated an ability to apply these principles to their

                              present lifestyles.

 

OTHER                This course also provides opportunities for the student

GOALS                 to use problem solving skills in the assessment of certain physical.

                              fitness components and values. Additionally, the course will require

                              effective oral and written communication skills in both receiving and

                              giving information.

 

It is the intent of Volunteer State Community College to fully comply with Executive Order 11246, as amended, the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, and the Vietnam Veterans Readjustment Act of 1974, as amended, and all regulations implementing those laws and orders, for the promotion and ensuring of equal opportunity for all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or status as a qualified disabled veteran or veteran of the Vietnam era.  It is the intent of VSCC to be free of discrimination or harassment on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, veteran status, or physical appearance.  It is the intent of VSCC to fully comply with Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, and the CRA of 1991, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, as amended, the Equal Pay Act of 1963, as amended, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1976, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and the Pregnancy Discrimination Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicable state status and all regulations promulgated pursuant thereto.

 

It is the student's responsibility to self identify with the Office of Disability Services in order to receive accommodations.  Only those students with appropriate documentation will receive services.  Disability Services is located in the Campus center, Suite C122.

 

METHODS OF ASSESSMENT

 

GENERAL              The degree to which the outcomes of the primary goals

EDUCATION         of this course have been achieved will be determined by

GOAL                     an assessment of the specific course outcomes. In addition, the course

                                will be assessed by students through faculty evaluation and/or a student

                                opinionnaire to determine student's perception of the achievement

                                of stated course goals and outcomes.

 

OTHER                  The degree of accomplishment pertaining to the problem

GOALS                   solving and critical skills goals will be determined through the

                                assessment of the student's achievement of the specific course

                                outcomes, but to a limited extent, as these are lifetime skills requiring

                                future assessment. Communication skills are not assessed in this

                                course, but these skills are essential in receiving and giving

                                information.

 

OUTCOMES         Outcomes statements will be assessed through written

STATEMENTS      examination, laboratory exercises and class participation. The written

                                examination will cover lecture/discussion material. The laboratories

                                will require student participation and will be graded on the lab

                                exercises from the textbook as well as student participation in these

                                exercises.

 

POLICIES                 A. Grading System

AND                         The grading system is based on the following system:

PROCEDURES

                                        POINTS           GRADE

 

90‑100             A

80‑  89             B

70‑  79             C

60‑  69             D

Below 60 =         F

Incomplete =      I

8 absences =        F

 

Incomplete = I ‑ the mark of "I" (incomplete) indicates that the student has not completed the requirements for the course due to an unavoidable circumstance that is acceptable to the instructor. If the "I" is not completed by one week before the first day of final exams for the next semester, the "I" becomes an "F" on the student's record.

 


B. Explanation of Grading System:

Points ‑ There are 100 possible points in this course. These points are awarded on the following basis:

 

Point Value for Assignments:

 

1. Workout Points (80 Possible Points)

     30 workouts = 80 points           25 workouts = 55 points                       20 workouts = 30 points           

 29 workouts = 75 points          24 workouts = 50 points                        Below 20 workouts = F

 28 workouts = 70 points          23 workouts = 45 points

 27 workouts = 65 points          22 workouts = 40 points

 26 workouts = 60 points          21 workouts = 35 points

 Total number of workouts allowed per week for credit is three.

 

Workout hours ‑ The Fitness Center (P-105) will be open during the following times for workouts (EXCEPT during classes):

 

Monday through Thursday           7:00am – 4:30pm

 

(Students are required to arrange workout times with the instructor.)

 

2.  Fitness Manual (10 possible points)

     (See Manual Worksheet) Manual must be typed.

    

3.  Five Fitness Articles (10 possible points)

Each student must summarize five fitness articles. These articles must be typed and should include         author, title of journal or magazine, date, and page numbers.

 

4.     Lab Folder (10 possible points)

The following material must be in the lab folder.

*a.  Clearance for Participation

*b.  Par Q and You

*c.  Resting Heart Rate and Blood Pressure

  d.  Estimated Daily Expenditure

  e.  Achieving Desired Percent Body Fat

  f.  Physical Activity Questionaire

*(Required of all students)

Last Day To Turn In Outside Work                                                  .

 

Students are encouraged to turn assignments in early. Assignments may be turned in to my office (P‑106) or to

the department secretary in the P building. Assignments should be presented in a pocket folder with a coversheet including the following information:

 

Name

Section

Date

Address (Optional)

 

Neatness is expected with all assignments. Points could be deducted for messy work. Students will be given a grade of zero when assignments are turned in on spiral notebook paper. Assignments should be typed, but handwritten work is acceptable.

 

 

C. Other Policies and Procedures

1.  When a student is participating in a school activity which has been approved by the Dean of the College, the student will not be counted absent, but must make up the work within a week of the scheduled event.

 

2.  The policy relating, to cheating and student conduct can be found in the College Student Handbook.

 

3.  Persistent unexcused absences can result in the instructor having the student administratively withdrawn from the class. The procedure involves the recommendation of the instructor to administratively withdraw the student. If the Dean of the College approves the recommendation, the student is withdrawn from the class.

 

4.  The student should have a physical examination prior to taking

    an activity course (especially physical fitness).

    Other‑wise, the student will be taking the course at his or her

    own risk.

 

5.  All students will be required to dress appropriately for all labs. Students not dressing appropriately will not be allowed to participate. Students must wear either shorts, sweats, jogging clothes, or appropriate athletic apparel. Jeans are not acceptable for class participation, and tennis shoes must be worn at all times.

 

6.  Children are not allowed to attend this class.

                                            

MANUAL REQUIREMENTS

 

1.    Explain how to measure resting heart rate, and the target heart rate training zone.

 

2.   Explain the FIT Formula.

 

3.   Explain the components of health related physical fitness: cardiovascular, muscular strength and endurance, flexibility, and body composition.

 

4.    Explain the components of an individualized exercise program: warm‑up, aerobic exercise, muscular strength and endurance, and cool-down.

 

5.    Develop a safe exercise program through selection of appropriate exercises, proper body alignment, correct adjustment of equipment, proper technique, and cool‑down.

 

6.    Explain the generally accepted current recommendations for healthy eating.

 

7.    Describe how to improve your resistance to stress, and describe some techniques to manage stress.

 

NO LATE MANUALS WILL BE ACCEPTED FOR ANY REASON.

 

 


 

General Safety Information

 

1.  Please ask an instructor for assistance when using new equipment or designing a program. Use equipment only for its intended purpose.

 

2.  For your safety we suggest a medical examination. This should be updated each semester.

Some individuals may be required to have a medical release from a physician. If you are over 40, have diabetes, heart surgery, high blood pressure, or heart problems please consult your physician before beginning an exercise program.

 

3.  Before you begin your exercise program, we recommend that you warm up. Ride a bike or walk for at least 5   minutes to elevate your heart rate and get your muscles warm.

 

4.   During the Aerobic (cardiovascular) segment of your exercise, you should check your pulse to be sure you are within your target rate zone. If you do not know what this number is, please ask an instructor. If you experience nausea, dizziness or any other physical problem, contact an instructor.

 

5.   When you are finished with an exercise, return equipment to proper starting position:

·       treadmill‑return elevation to zero

·       free weights-return to racks

 

6.  When walking around the Fitness Center, always watch for moving parts on equipment that is in use. Keep hands away from weight stacks when others are lifting. If equipment appears to be broken, notify an instructor.

 

7.  Cool down. After completion of your workout, slowly walk or ride a bike until your heart rate is below 100 beats per minute. Cool down is a good time to do your stretching

 

8.  If you get injured, please notify an instructor on duty no matter how minor the injury seems at the time.

 

 


 

Free Weight Rules

 

1.    You must use collars on all curl bars and straight bars.

2.    You must use the safety stops on the bench pres and smith machine.

3.    If you are trying a new exercise, please have an instructor evaluate your form

4.    Use a trained spotter whenever possible.

5.    When lifting dumbbells or weight plates off the floor, use your legs‑not you back.

6.    Please do not drop the dumbbells at the end of your set.

7.    Return all weights to the proper racks when finished.

8.    Weight belts are recommended for many free weight exercises.

9.    Always warm up before you lift and cool down when you’re finished.

 

PLEASE ALLOW OTHERS TO

WORK IN WHEN YOU ARE BETWEEN