Seward County Community College/Area Technical School
Course Syllabus

1. TITLE OF COURSE: PE1011 - Personal Wellness I-IV
2. COURSE DESCRIPTION: Emphasis on fitness assessment, appropriate exercise program, proper exercise form exposure to various exercise equipment. This class fulfills general education physical education requirements.  For each unit of credit, a minimum of three hours per week with one of the hours for class and two hours for studying/preparation outside of class is expected. Pre-requisite: none
3. PROGRAM AND/OR DEPARTMENT MISSION STATEMENT: The Seward County Community College/Area Technical School physical education program will broaden the understanding of fitness for life by providing general education, appropriate technology, and professional development opportunities that promote a healthy lifestyle.
4. TEXTBOOK AND MATERIALS: No textbook required.
5. SCCC/ATS OUTCOMES: Those successfully completing this course will demonstrate the ability to do the following SCCC/ATS instructional outcomes.
   • Outcome #1 -Read with comprehension, be critical of what they read, and apply knowledge gained to real life situations.
   • Outcome #2 -Communicate ideas clearly and proficiently in writing, appropriately adjusting content and arrangement for varying audiences, purposes and situations.
   • Outcome #5 -Demonstrate the ability to think critically by gathering facts, generating insights, analyzing data, and evaluating information.
   • Outcome #6 -Exhibit skills in information and technological literacy.
6. COURSE OUTCOMES: To gain knowledge of:
   • Importance of exercise in preventing/alleviating health problems.
   • Benefits to overall wellness lifestyle.
7. TOPICAL COURSE OUTLINE:
   • Fitness Assessment
     • Cardiovascular fitness
     • Body Composition
     • Muscular Strength
     • Muscular Endurance
     • Flexibility
     • Blood Pressure
     • Resting Heart Rate
   • Importance of positive health behavior and lifestyles
     • Heart Disease/Risk Factors
     • Premature Death
     • Lifestyle related diseases
   • Understanding the importance of Wellness for optional health
     • Nutrition
     • Weight Control
     • Stress Management
     • Smoking
     • Low Back Care
     • Risk Factors
8. INSTRUCTIONAL METHODS:
   • Reading and writing assignments
   • Fitness Assessment
   • Assessments
9. INSTRUCTIONAL AND RESOURCE MATERIALS:
   • Handouts provided by Wellness Center
   • Health articles, newsletters, etc.
10. METHODS OF ASSESSMENT: Methods of assessing the general course outcomes and the specific course competencies include attendance, participation, and assignments.
    • SCCC/ATS Outcome #1 will be based on attendance and participation
    • SCCC/ATS Outcome #2 will be based on a written assignment of how physical activity pertains to your life.
    • SCCC/ATS Outcome #5 will be based on how you apply these activities to your life.
    • SCCC/ATS Outcome #6 will be based on how you properly use the machines.
11. ADA STATEMENT: If you believe that you are entitled to special accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Dean of Student Services at 620-417-1016 or visit the office located in the Hobble Academic Building.
    
    

    Syllabus Reviewed: March 2014