Seward County Community College/Area Technical School
Course Syllabus

1. TITLE OF COURSE: PE Boot Camp - PE1271
2. COURSE DESCRIPTION: 1 credit hour and 2 hours of lab per week. This course is designed to improve muscular endurance and strength, weight loss, cardiovascular endurance, and flexibility. Students will learn the benefits of resistance training, proper body composition, aerobic and anaerobic conditioning, and flexibility. Students also will receive nutrition information and advice. 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.
3. PROGRAM AND DEPARTMENT MISSION STATEMENT:The SCCC/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: None
5. SCCC/ATS OUTCOMES:
   • Outcome #6 - Exhibit skills in information and technological literacy.
6. COURSE OUTCOMES:
   • To improve cardio and muscular endurance and/or strength.
   • To improve overall muscle definition through a healthier body composition
   • To improve exercise knowledge and proficiency through active learning.
7. COURSE OUTLINE:
   • Safe techniques and forms of exercise.
   • Fitness testing and tracking
   • Program planning
     • Beginning Exercise & Health/Fitness Testing
     • Intermediate Exercise & Fitness Testing
     • Advanced Exercise & Health and/or Fitness Testing
8. INSTRUCTIONAL METHODS:
   • Discussion
   • Individual testing
   • Record keeping
   • Demonstrations
   • Practical teaching examples
9. INSTRUCTIONAL AND RESOURCE MATERIALS:
   • Exercise equipment such as, but not limited to:
     • Weight Machines
     • Steps
     • Dumbbells
     • Kettle bells
10. METHODS OF ASSESSMENT:
    • SCCC/ATS Outcome #6 will be assessed and measured by class participation and attendance.
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