Seward County Community College/Area Technical School
Course Syllabus

1. TITLE OF COURSE: Core Strength Aerobics - PE1401
2. COURSE DESCRIPTION: 1 credit hour and 2 hours of lab per week. This aerobics course is designed to improve coordination, cardiovascular endurance, muscle tone (including abdominal strength), and improve flexibility. Students will learn to utilize stability balls as well as the equipment. 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.
   • To improve their balance and coordination.
   • To improve overall muscle definition
7. TOPICAL COURSE OUTLINE:
   • Techniques and forms of safe stability ball use.
   • Program planning
     • Combine Stretching
     • Light Weight Training
     • Stability Strength
     • Balance
     • Flexibility for the Individual
8. INSTRUCTIONAL METHODS:
   • Discussion
   • Individual testing
   • Record keeping
   • Demonstrations
   • Practical teaching examples
9. INSTRUCTIONAL AND RESOURCE MATERIALS:
   • Stability balls
   • Weights
   • Steps
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