Seward County Community College/Area Technical School
Course Syllabus

1. TITLE OF COURSE: - PE1091 Senior Fitness Testing
2. COURSE DESCRIPTION: 1 credit hour lab. The course will assess the functional mobility of independent living older adults, ages 60-90+. This class does not fulfill 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/ATS 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 outcomes.
   • Outcome #1 Read with comprehension, be critical of what is 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.
6. COURSE OUTCOMES:
   • To investigate the importance of exercise in alleviating health problems.
   • To explore the benefits of overall wellness.
   • To recognize the importance of fitness and all of the components.
   • To develop a life long fitness program
7. COURSE OUTLINE:
8. INSTRUCTIONAL METHODS:
   • Reading and writing assignments.
   • Fitness Assessment.
   • Demonstrations.
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 Outcome #1 will be based on attendance and participation.
    • SCCC Outcome #2 will be based on assignments indicating comprehension of pertinent materials.
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