HFMG 3140- Exercise Testing & PrescriptionCourse Syllabus – Fall 2015

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Course Description:

Number and Title:

HFMG 3140 (CRN 80381)Exercise Testing & Prescription

Credit Hours:

3.0 semester credit hours (3-0-3)

Catalog Description:

An emphasis on the proper knowledge and skills required to conduct health and fitness testing. A variety of assessments principles and techniques are covered with a focus on both measurement expertise and safe and effective exercise prescription.

Course Prerequisites and Co-requisites:

Prerequisite: BIOL 1151 and BIOL 1151L with a minimum grade of C

Computer Requirement:

Each CSU student is required to have ready access throughout the semester to a notebook computer that meets faculty-approved hardware and software requirements for the student's academic program. Students will sign a statement attesting to such access.  For further information on CSU's Official Notebook Computer Policy, please go to http://www.clayton.edu/hub/itpchoice/notebookcomputerpolicy.

Computer Skill Prerequisites:

Able to use the WindowsTM operating system Able to use Microsoft WordTM word processing Able to send and receive e-mail using OutlookTM or Outlook ExpressTM Able to attach and retrieve attached files via email Able to use a Web browser.

In-class Use of Student Notebook Computers:

Student notebook computers will be used in the classroom in this course. Computers will be required to access course materials and to communicate with your instructor.

GeorgiaVIEW Desire2Learn (Online Classroom):

On-line activity will take place in Desire2Learn, the virtual classroom for the course.

You can gain access to Desire2Learn, by signing on to the SWAN portal and selecting :”GaVIEW” on the top right side.  If you experience any difficulties in Desire2Learn, please email or call The HUB at TheHub@mail.clayton.edu or (678) 466-HELP. You will need to provide the date and time of the problem, your SWAN username, the name of the course that you are attempting to access, and your instructor's name.

Program Learning Outcomes:

General education outcomes:

The following link provides the Clayton State University Core Curriculum outcomes (see Learning Goals A2,B, D and III)

http://www.clayton.edu/Portals/5/core_curriculum_outcomes_clayton.pdf

Health and Fitness Management program outcomes:

1. Identify and portray ethical behaviors and values consistent with the health and fitness profession and the professional standards of the American College of Sports Medicine and the National Strength and Conditioning Association.

2. Collect and analyze data concerning an individual’s medical history, conduct baseline fitness testing and make appropriate decisions concerning the design of an exercise program; further, recognize the need for medical clearance/referral.

3. Provide planned educational services using appropriate interpersonal communication skills, educational strategies, and computer techniques to promote optimal physical, mental, and emotional health and fitness programs.

4. Use strategies of health promotions, illness/injury prevention, and illness/injury rehabilitation to maximize healthy outcomes of individuals, families and communities in a multicultural society.

5. Integrate critical thinking strategies with a theoretical knowledge base in health and fitness, business, the liberal arts, and physical and behavioral sciences to make decisions which promote health and facilitate caring for self, client, and society.

6. Acquire and synthesize health and fitness information in a critical, scientific, and effective manner.

7. Explain and demonstrate a broad range of assessment procedures utilized in health and fitness environment.

8. Explain and demonstrate first aid and emergency procedures for an injured/ill victim.

Course Learning Outcomes:

Demonstrate an understanding of the benefits and risks associated with various types of physical activity.

Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of conducting a pre-participation health screening and risk stratification.

Identify the various risk factors associated with chronic diseases and how to design exercise programs to accommodate these disease states.

Identify the appropriate values for heart rate, blood pressure, lipids, lipoproteins, blood profiles and pulmonary function.

Demonstrate proper technique for measuring heart rate, blood pressure, and ECG at rest and during exercise.

Explain and demonstrate the proper technique during the measurement of body composition using various methods, including skinfold measurements, circumferences, body mass index, and bioelectrical impedance.

Explain and demonstrate the proper technique for measuring cardiorespiratory fitness utilizing various submaximal exercise tests, including cycle ergometer tests, treadmill tests and step tests.

Identify and perform appropriate testing techniques for measuring flexibility and muscular strength and endurance.

Demonstrate an understanding of the general principals of exercise prescription including exercise mode, frequency, intensity and duration.

Develop exercise programs for variety of client goals, including increasing muscular strength, muscular endurance and aerobic fitness, and improving body composition.

American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) Job Task Analysis (JTAs) covered by this course:

Task Performance Domains and Associated Job TasksLecture, Lab, or both

I.A.1.a Knowledge of pre-activity screening procedures and tools that provide accurate information about the individual’s

health/medical history, current medical conditions, risk factors, sign/symptoms of disease, current physical activity habits, and

Lecture

medications.I.A.1.b Knowledge of the key components included in informed

consent and health/medical history.Lecture

I.A.1.c Knowledge of the limitations of informed consent and health/medical history.

Lecture

I.B.1.a Knowledge of risk factor thresholds for ACSM risk stratification including genetic and lifestyle factors related to the

development of CVD.

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I.B.1.b Knowledge of the major signs or symptoms suggestive of cardiovascular, pulmonary and metabolic disease.

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I.B.1.c

Knowledge of cardiovascular risk factors or conditions that may require consultation with medical personnel prior to exercise

testing or training (e.g., inappropriate changes in resting heart rate and/or blood pressure, new onset discomfort in chest,

neck, shoulder, or arm, changes in the pattern of discomfort during rest or exercise, fainting, dizzy spells, claudication).

Lecture

I.B.1.dKnowledge of the pulmonary risk factors or conditions than may require consultation with medical personnel prior to

exercise testing or training (e.g., asthma, exercise-induced asthma/bronchospasm, extreme breathlessness at rest or

during exercise, chronic bronchitis, emphysema).

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I.B.1.eKnowledge of the metabolic risk factors or conditions than may require consultation with medical personnel prior to exercise

testing or training (e.g., obesity, metabolic syndrome, diabetes or glucose intolerance, hypoglycemia).

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I.B.1.fKnowledge of the musculoskeletal risk factors or conditions

than may require consultation with medical personnel prior to exercise testing or training (e.g., acute or chronic pain,

osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoporosis, inflammation/pain, low back pain).

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I.B.1.g Knowledge of ACSM risk stratification categories and their implications for medical clearance before administration of an

exercise test or participation in an exercise program.

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I.B.1.h Knowledge of risk factors that may be favorably modified by physical activity habits.

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I.B.1.i

Knowledge of medical terminology including, but not limited to, total cholesterol (TC), high-density lipoprotein cholesterol

(HDL-C), low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C), triglycerides, impaired fasting glucose, impaired glucose

tolerance, hypertension, atherosclerosis, myocardial infarction, dyspnea, tachycardia, claudication, syncope and ischemia.

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I.B.1.j Knowledge of recommended plasma cholesterol levels for adults based on National Cholesterol Education Program/ATP

Guidelines.

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I.B.1.k Knowledge of recommended blood pressure levels for adults based on National High Blood Pressure Education Program

Guidelines.

Both

I.B.1.l Knowledge of medical supervision recommendations for cardiorespiratory fitness testing.

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I.B.1.m Knowledge of the components of a health-history questionnaire (e.g., past and current medical history, family history of cardiac

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disease, orthopedic limitations, prescribed medications, activity patterns, nutritional habits, stress and anxiety levels, and

smoking and alcohol use).

I.B.2.aSkill in the risk stratification of participants using CVD risk factor thresholds, major signs or symptoms suggestive of

cardiovascular, pulmonary, or metabolic disease, and/or the presence of known cardiovascular, pulmonary, and metabolic

disease status.

Both

I.B.2.b Skill in reviewing pre-activity screening documents to determine the need for medical clearance prior to exercise and

to select appropriate physical fitness assessment protocols.

Both

II.B.2.a Skill in teaching and demonstrating exercises. LabI.C.1.b Knowledge of selecting the most appropriate testing protocols

for each participant based on preliminary screening data.Lecture

I.C.1.c Knowledge of calibration techniques and proper use of fitness testing equipment.

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I.C.1.d Knowledge of the purpose and procedures of fitness testing protocols for the components of health related fitness.

Both

I.C.1.e Knowledge of test termination criteria and proper procedures to be followed after discontinuing health fitness tests.

Both

I.C.1.f Knowledge of fitness assessment sequencing. Both

I.C.1.g

Knowledge of the effects of common medications and substances on exercise testing (e.g., antianginals,

antihypertensives, antiarrhythmics, bronchodilators, hypoglycemics, psychotropics, alcohol, diet pills, cold tablets,

caffeine, nicotine).

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I.C.1.hKnowledge of the physiologic and metabolic responses to

exercise testing associated with chronic diseases and conditions (e.g., heart disease, hypertension, diabetes mellitus,

obesity, pulmonary disease).

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I.C.2.a Skill in analyzing and interpreting information obtained from assessment of the components of health related fitness.

Both

I.C.2.bSkill in modifying protocols and procedures for testing

children, adolescents, older adults and individuals with special considerations.

Both

I.D.1.a Knowledge of common submaximal and maximal cardiorespiratory fitness assessment protocols.

Both

I.D.1.b Knowledge of blood pressure measurement techniques. BothI.D.1.c Knowledge of Korotkoff sounds for determining systolic and

diastolic blood pressure.Both

I.D.1.d Knowledge of the blood pressure response to exercise. BothI.D.1.e Knowledge of techniques of measuring heart rate and heart

rate response to exercise.Both

I.D.1.f Knowledge of the rating of perceived exertion (RPE). Both

I.D.1.gKnowledge of heart rate, blood pressure and RPE monitoring techniques before, during, and after cardiorespiratory fitness

testing.

Both

I.D.1.h Knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of the cardiovascular and pulmonary systems.

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I.D.1.i Knowledge of cardiorespiratory terminology including angina Lecture

pectoris, tachycardia, bradycardia, arrhythmia, and hyperventilation.

I.D.1.jKnowledge of the pathophysiology of myocardial ischemia,

myocardial infarction, stroke, hypertension, and hyperlipidemia.

Lecture

I.D.1.kKnowledge of the effects of myocardial ischemia, myocardial

infarction, hypertension, claudication, and dyspnea on cardiorespiratory responses during exercise.

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I.D.1.lKnowledge of oxygen consumption dynamics during exercise (e.g., heart rate, stroke volume, cardiac output, ventilation,

ventilatory threshold).

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I.D.1.m Knowledge of methods of calculating VO2max. BothI.D.1.n Knowledge of cardiorespiratory responses to acute graded

exercise of conditioned and unconditioned participants.Both

I.D.2.a Skill in interpreting cardiorespiratory fitness test results. BothI.D.2.b Skill in locating anatomic landmarks for palpation of peripheral

pulses and blood pressure.Lab

I.D.2.c Skill in measuring heart rate, blood pressure, and RPE at rest and during exercise.

Lab

I.D.2.d Skill in conducting submaximal exercise tests (e.g., cycle ergometer, treadmill, field testing, step test).

Lab

I.D.2.e Skill in determining cardiorespiratory fitness based on submaximal exercise test results.

Lab

I.E.1.a Knowledge of common muscular strength, muscular endurance, and flexibility assessment protocols.

Both

I.E.1.b Knowledge of interpreting muscular strength, muscular endurance, and flexibility assessments.

Both

I.E.1.c Knowledge of relative strength, absolute strength, and repetition maximum (1-RM) estimation.

Both

I.E.2.a Skill in identifying the major bones, muscles, and joints. Lab

I.E.2.bSkill in conducting assessments of muscular strength, muscular endurance and flexibility (e.g., 1-RM, hand grip dynamometer,

push-ups, curl-ups, sit-and-reach).

Lab

I.E.2.c Skill in estimating 1-RM using lower resistance (2-10 RM). LabI.E.2.d Skill in interpreting results of muscular strength, muscular

endurance and flexibility assessments.Lab

I.F.1.a

Knowledge of the advantages, disadvantages and limitations of body composition techniques (e.g., air displacement plethysmography (BOD POD®), duel-energy x-ray

absorptiometry (DEXA), hydrostatic weighing, skinfolds, and bioelectrical impedance.

Both

I.F.1.b Knowledge of the standardized descriptions of circumference and skinfold sites.

Both

I.F.1.c Knowledge of procedures for determining BMI and taking skinfold and circumference measurements.

Both

I.F.1.dKnowledge of the health implications of variation in body fat

distribution patterns and the significance of BMI, waist circumference, and waist-to-hip ratio.

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I.F.2.a Skill in locating anatomic landmarks for skinfold and circumference measurements.

Lab

I.F.2.b Skill in interpreting the results of anthropometric and body composition assessments.

Lab

II.A.1.a Skill in synthesizing pre-screening results and reviewing them with participants

Lab

II.B.1.a Knowledge of strength, aerobic, and flexibility based exercise. Lecture

II.B.1.bKnowledge of the benefits and precautions associated with

exercise training in apparently healthy participants and those with controlled disease.

Lecture

II.B.1.cKnowledge of program development for specific client needs (e.g., sport specific training, performance, health, lifestyle,

functional ability, balance, agility, aerobic, anaerobic).

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II.B.1.dKnowledge of the six motor skill related physical fitness

components; agility, balance, coordination, reaction time, speed, and power.

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II.B.1.e Knowledge of the physiologic changes associated with an acute bout of exercise.

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II.B.1.f Knowledge of the physiologic adaptations following chronic exercise training.

Lecture

II.B.1.gKnowledge of ACSM exercise prescription guidelines for

strength, aerobic, and flexibility based exercise for apparently healthy clients, clients with increased risk, and clients with

controlled disease.

Lecture

II.B.1.hKnowledge of the components and sequencing incorporated

into an exercise session (e.g., warm-up, stretching, conditioning or sports related exercise, cool-down).

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II.B.1.i Knowledge of the physiological principles related to warm-up and cool-down.

Both

II.B.1.jKnowledge of the principles of reversibility, progressive

overload, individual differences and specificity of training, and how they relate to exercise prescription.

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II.B.1.k Knowledge the role of aerobic and anaerobic energy systems in the performance of various physical activities.

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II.B.1.m Knowledge of the psychological and physiological signs and symptoms of overtraining.

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II.B.1.oKnowledge of the advantages and disadvantages of exercise

equipment (e.g., free weights, selectorized machines, aerobic equipment).

Lecture

II.B.2.b Skill in designing safe and effective training programs. Lecture

II.B.2.cSkill in implementing exercise prescription guidelines for apparently healthy clients, clients with increased risk, and

clients with controlled disease.

Lecture

II.C.1.a Knowledge of the recommended FITT framework for the development of cardiorespiratory fitness.

Lecture

II.C.1.bKnowledge of the benefits, risks and contraindications of a wide variety of cardiovascular training exercises based on

client experience, skill level, current fitness level and goals.

Lectrure

II.C.1.c Knowledge of the minimal threshold of physical activity required for health benefits and/or fitness development.

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II.C.1.d Knowledge of determining exercise intensity using HRR, VO2R, peak HR method, peak VO2 method, peak METs method, and

Both

the RPE Scale.II.C.1.e Knowledge of the accuracy of HRR, VO2R, peak HR method,

peak VO2 method, peak METs method, and the RPE Scale.Both

II.C.1.f Knowledge of abnormal responses to exercise (e.g., hemodynamic, cardiac, ventilatory).

Both

II.C.1.g Knowledge of metabolic calculations (e.g., unit conversions, deriving energy cost of exercise, caloric expenditure).

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II.C.1.h Knowledge of calculating the caloric expenditure of an exercise session (kcalsession1).

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II.C.1.i Knowledge of methods for establishing and monitoring levels of exercise intensity, including heart rate, RPE, and METs.

Both

II.C.1.j Knowledge of the applications of anaerobic training principles. LectureII.C.2.a Skill in determining appropriate exercise frequency, intensity,

time and type for clients with various fitness levels.Lecture

II.C.2.bSkill in determining the energy cost, absolute and relative

oxygen costs (VO2), and MET levels of various activities and applying the information to an exercise prescription.

Lecture

II.C.2.c Skill in identifying improper technique in the use of cardiovascular equipment.

Both

II.C.2.d Skill in teaching and demonstrating the use of a variety of cardiovascular exercise equipment.

Both

II.D.1.aKnowledge of the recommended FITT framework for the

development of muscular strength, muscular endurance and flexibility.

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II.D.1.b Knowledge of the minimal threshold of physical activity required for health benefits and/or fitness development.

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II.D.1.c Knowledge of safe and effective exercises designed to enhance muscular strength and/or endurance of major muscle groups.

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II.D.1.d Knowledge of safe and effective stretches that enhance flexibility.

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II.D.1.e Knowledge of indications for water based exercise (e.g., arthritis, obesity).

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II.D.1.fKnowledge of the types of resistance training programs (e.g.,

total body, split routine) and modalities (e.g., free weights, variable resistance equipment, pneumatic machines, bands).

Lecture

II.D.1.gKnowledge of acute (e.g., load, volume, sets, repetitions, rest

periods, order of exercises) and chronic training variables (e.g., periodization).

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II.D.1.h Knowledge of the types of muscle contractions (e.g., eccentric, concentric, isometric).

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II.D.1.j Knowledge of acute and delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS).

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II.D.1.m Knowledge of muscle-related terminology including atrophy, hyperplasia, hypertrophy.

Lecture

II.D.1.n Knowledge of the Valsalva maneuver and its implications during exercise.

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II.D.1.p Knowledge of the contraindications and potential risks associated with muscular conditioning activities (e.g., straight-

leg sit-ups, double leg raises, squats, hurdler’s stretch, yoga plough, forceful back hyperextension, and standing bent-over

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toe touch, behind neck press/lat pull-down).II.D.1.q Knowledge of prescribing exercise using the calculated %1-RM. LectureII.D.1.s Knowledge of periodization (e.g., macro, micro, mesocycles)

and associated theories.Lecture

II.D.1.t Knowledge of safe and effective Olympic weight lifting exercises.

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II.E.1.a Knowledge of the basic principles of exercise progression. LectureII.D.1.u Knowledge of safe and effective core stability exercises (e.g.,

planks, crunches, bridges, cable twists).Lecture

II.E.1.a Knowledge of the basic principles of exercise progression. LectureII.E.1.b Knowledge of adjusting the FITT framework in response to

individual changes in conditioning.Lecture

II.E.1.c Knowledge of the importance of performing periodic reevaluations to assess changes in fitness status.

Lecture

II.E.1.dKnowledge of the training principles that promote

improvements in muscular strength, muscular endurance, cardiorespiratory fitness, and flexibility.

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II.E.2.a Skill in recognizing the need for progression and communicating updates to exercise prescriptions.

Lecture

II.F.1.q Knowledge of the recommended FITT framework for participants who are overweight or obese.

Lecture

II.F.1.rKnowledge of comorbidities and musculoskeletal conditions

associated with overweight and obesity that may require medical clearance and/or modifications to exercise testing and

prescription.

Lecture

II.F.2.b Skill in modifying exercises for individuals limited by body size. LectureII.F.2.c Skill in calculating the volume of exercise in terms of

kcalsession-1.Lecture

II.G.1.aKnowledge of ACSM risk stratification and exercise

prescription guidelines for participants with cardiovascular, pulmonary, and metabolic diseases and other clinical

populations.

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II.G.1.bKnowledge of ACSM relative and absolute contraindications for initiating exercise sessions or exercise testing, and indications

for terminating exercise sessions and exercise testing.

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II.G.1.c

Knowledge of physiology and pathophysiology of cardiac disease, arthritis, diabetes mellitus, dyslipidemia, hypertension, metabolic syndrome, musculoskeletal injuries, overweight and obesity, osteoporosis, peripheral artery disease, and pulmonary

disease.

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II.G.1.d Knowledge of the effects of diet and exercise on blood glucose levels in diabetics.

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II.G.1.e

Knowledge of the recommended FITT principle for the development of cardiorespiratory fitness, muscular fitness and

flexibility for participants with cardiac disease, arthritis, diabetes mellitus, dyslipidemia, hypertension, metabolic

syndrome, musculoskeletal injuries, overweight and obesity, osteoporosis, peripheral artery disease, and pulmonary disease.

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II.G.2.a Skill in progressing exercise programs, according to the FITT principle, in a safe and effective manner.

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II.G.2.b

Skill in modifying the exercise prescription and/or exercise choice for individuals with cardiac disease, arthritis, diabetes

mellitus, dyslipidemia, hypertension, metabolic syndrome, musculoskeletal injuries, overweight and obesity, osteoporosis,

peripheral artery disease, and pulmonary disease.

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II.G.2.cSkill in identifying improper exercise techniques and modifying

exercise programs for participants with low back, neck, shoulder, elbow, wrist, hip, knee and/or ankle pain.

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II.H.1.a

Knowledge of normal maturational changes, from childhood to old age, and their effects on the skeletal muscle, bone, reaction time, coordination, posture, heat and cold tolerance, maximal oxygen consumption, strength, flexibility, body composition,

resting and maximal heart rate, and resting and maximal blood pressure.

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II.H.1.bKnowledge of techniques for the modification of cardiovascular,

flexibility, and resistance exercises based on age, functional capacity and physical condition.

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II.H.1.cKnowledge of techniques for the development of exercise

prescriptions for children, adolescents and older adults with regard to strength, functional capacity, and motor skills.

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II.H.1.dKnowledge of the unique adaptations to exercise training in children, adolescents, and older participants with regard to

strength, functional capacity, and motor skills.

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II.H.1.e Knowledge of the benefits and precautions associated with exercise training across the lifespan.

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II.H.1.fKnowledge of the recommended FITT framework for the

development of cardiorespiratory fitness, muscular fitness and flexibility in apparently healthy children and adolescents.

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II.H.1.gKnowledge of the effects of the aging process on the

musculoskeletal and cardiovascular structures and functions during rest, exercise, and recovery.

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II.H.1.hKnowledge of the recommended FITT framework necessary for the development of cardiorespiratory fitness, muscular fitness,

balance, and flexibility in apparently healthy, older adults.

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II.H.1.i Knowledge of common orthopedic and cardiovascular exercise considerations for older adults.

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II.H.1.jKnowledge of the relationship between regular physical activity

and the successful performance of activities of daily living (ADLs) for older adults.

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II.H.1.kKnowledge of the recommended frequency, intensity, type, and duration of physical activity necessary for the development of

cardiorespiratory fitness, muscular fitness and flexibility in apparently healthy pregnant women.

Lecture

II.H.2.a Skill in teaching and demonstrating appropriate exercises for healthy populations with special considerations. Lab

II.H.2.b Skill in modifying exercises based on age, physical condition, and current health status.

Lecture

III.C.1.aKnowledge of the relationship between physical inactivity and

common chronic diseases (e.g., Atherosclerosis, type II diabetes, obesity, dyslipidemia, arthritis, low back pain,

hypertension).

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III.C.1.b Knowledge of the dynamic inter-relationship between fitness level, body composition, stress and overall health.

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III.C.1.c Knowledge of modifications necessary to promote healthy lifestyle behaviors for diverse populations.

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III.C.1.e Knowledge of the activities of daily living (ADLs) and how they relate to overall health.

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III.C.1.fKnowledge in accessing and disseminating scientifically-based,

relevant health, exercise, nutrition, and wellness-related resources and information.

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III.D.1.cKnowledge of symptoms and causal factors of test anxiety (i.e., performance, appraisal threat during exercise testing) and how

they may affect physiological responses to testing.

Both

IV.A.1.p Knowledge of the components of the ACSM Code of Ethics and the ACSM Certified Health Fitness Specialist scope of practice.

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III.B.2.a Skill in explaining the purpose and value of understanding perceived exertion. Both

IV.B.1.dKnowledge of safety plans, emergency procedures and first-aid techniques needed during fitness evaluations, exercise testing,

and exercise training

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IV.B.1.e

Knowledge of potential musculoskeletal injuries (e.g., contusions, sprains, strains, fractures),

cardiovascular/pulmonary complications (e.g., tachycardia, bradycardia, hypotension/hypertension, dyspnea) and

metabolic abnormalities (e.g., fainting/syncope, hypoglycemia/hyperglycemia, hypothermia/hyperthermia).

Lecture

IV.B.2.d Skill in demonstrating emergency procedures during exercise testing and/or training.

Both

Task Performance Domains and Associated Job Tasks

I.A.1.aKnowledge of pre-activity screening procedures and tools that provide

accurate information about the individual’s health/medical history, current medical conditions, risk factors, sign/symptoms of disease,

current physical activity habits, and medications.I.A.1.b Knowledge of the key components included in informed consent and

health/medical history.I.A.1.c Knowledge of the limitations of informed consent and health/medical

history.I.B.1.a Knowledge of risk factor thresholds for ACSM risk stratification

including genetic and lifestyle factors related to the development of CVD.

I.B.1.b Knowledge of the major signs or symptoms suggestive of cardiovascular, pulmonary and metabolic disease.

I.B.1.c

Knowledge of cardiovascular risk factors or conditions that may require consultation with medical personnel prior to exercise testing or training (e.g., inappropriate changes in resting heart rate and/or

blood pressure, new onset discomfort in chest, neck, shoulder, or arm, changes in the pattern of discomfort during rest or exercise, fainting,

dizzy spells, claudication).I.B.1.d Knowledge of the pulmonary risk factors or conditions than may

require consultation with medical personnel prior to exercise testing or training (e.g., asthma, exercise-induced asthma/bronchospasm,

extreme breathlessness at rest or during exercise, chronic bronchitis, emphysema).

I.B.1.eKnowledge of the metabolic risk factors or conditions than may

require consultation with medical personnel prior to exercise testing or training (e.g., obesity, metabolic syndrome, diabetes or glucose

intolerance, hypoglycemia).

I.B.1.fKnowledge of the musculoskeletal risk factors or conditions than may require consultation with medical personnel prior to exercise testing

or training (e.g., acute or chronic pain, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoporosis, inflammation/pain, low back pain).

I.B.1.g Knowledge of ACSM risk stratification categories and their implications for medical clearance before administration of an

exercise test or participation in an exercise program.I.B.1.h Knowledge of risk factors that may be favorably modified by physical

activity habits.

I.B.1.i

Knowledge of medical terminology including, but not limited to, total cholesterol (TC), high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C), low-

density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C), triglycerides, impaired fasting glucose, impaired glucose tolerance, hypertension, atherosclerosis, myocardial infarction, dyspnea, tachycardia, claudication, syncope

and ischemia.I.B.1.j Knowledge of recommended plasma cholesterol levels for adults based

on National Cholesterol Education Program/ATP Guidelines.I.B.1.k Knowledge of recommended blood pressure levels for adults based on

National High Blood Pressure Education Program Guidelines.I.B.1.l Knowledge of medical supervision recommendations for

cardiorespiratory fitness testing.

I.B.1.mKnowledge of the components of a health-history questionnaire (e.g., past and current medical history, family history of cardiac disease, orthopedic limitations, prescribed medications, activity patterns,

nutritional habits, stress and anxiety levels, and smoking and alcohol use).

I.B.2.aSkill in the risk stratification of participants using CVD risk factor thresholds, major signs or symptoms suggestive of cardiovascular,

pulmonary, or metabolic disease, and/or the presence of known cardiovascular, pulmonary, and metabolic disease status.

I.B.2.b Skill in reviewing pre-activity screening documents to determine the need for medical clearance prior to exercise and to select appropriate

physical fitness assessment protocols.II.B.2.a Skill in teaching and demonstrating exercises.

I.C.1.b Knowledge of selecting the most appropriate testing protocols for each participant based on preliminary screening data.

I.C.1.c Knowledge of calibration techniques and proper use of fitness testing equipment.

I.C.1.d Knowledge of the purpose and procedures of fitness testing protocols for the components of health related fitness.

I.C.1.e Knowledge of test termination criteria and proper procedures to be followed after discontinuing health fitness tests.

I.C.1.f Knowledge of fitness assessment sequencing.I.C.1.g Knowledge of the effects of common medications and substances on

exercise testing (e.g., antianginals, antihypertensives, antiarrhythmics, bronchodilators, hypoglycemics, psychotropics,

alcohol, diet pills, cold tablets, caffeine, nicotine).

I.C.1.hKnowledge of the physiologic and metabolic responses to exercise testing associated with chronic diseases and conditions (e.g., heart

disease, hypertension, diabetes mellitus, obesity, pulmonary disease).I.C.2.a Skill in analyzing and interpreting information obtained from

assessment of the components of health related fitness.I.C.2.b Skill in modifying protocols and procedures for testing children,

adolescents, older adults and individuals with special considerations.I.D.1.a Knowledge of common submaximal and maximal cardiorespiratory

fitness assessment protocols.I.D.1.b Knowledge of blood pressure measurement techniques.

I.D.1.c Knowledge of Korotkoff sounds for determining systolic and diastolic blood pressure.

I.D.1.d Knowledge of the blood pressure response to exercise.

I.D.1.e Knowledge of techniques of measuring heart rate and heart rate response to exercise.

I.D.1.f Knowledge of the rating of perceived exertion (RPE).

I.D.1.g Knowledge of heart rate, blood pressure and RPE monitoring techniques before, during, and after cardiorespiratory fitness testing.

I.D.1.h Knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of the cardiovascular and pulmonary systems.

I.D.1.i Knowledge of cardiorespiratory terminology including angina pectoris, tachycardia, bradycardia, arrhythmia, and hyperventilation.

I.D.1.j Knowledge of the pathophysiology of myocardial ischemia, myocardial infarction, stroke, hypertension, and hyperlipidemia.

I.D.1.kKnowledge of the effects of myocardial ischemia, myocardial

infarction, hypertension, claudication, and dyspnea on cardiorespiratory responses during exercise.

I.D.1.lKnowledge of oxygen consumption dynamics during exercise (e.g., heart rate, stroke volume, cardiac output, ventilation, ventilatory

threshold).I.D.1.m Knowledge of methods of calculating VO2max.

I.D.1.n Knowledge of cardiorespiratory responses to acute graded exercise of conditioned and unconditioned participants.

I.D.2.a Skill in interpreting cardiorespiratory fitness test results.

I.D.2.b Skill in locating anatomic landmarks for palpation of peripheral pulses and blood pressure.

I.D.2.c Skill in measuring heart rate, blood pressure, and RPE at rest and during exercise.

I.D.2.d Skill in conducting submaximal exercise tests (e.g., cycle ergometer, treadmill, field testing, step test).

I.D.2.e Skill in determining cardiorespiratory fitness based on submaximal exercise test results.

I.E.1.a Knowledge of common muscular strength, muscular endurance, and flexibility assessment protocols.

I.E.1.b Knowledge of interpreting muscular strength, muscular endurance, and flexibility assessments.

I.E.1.c Knowledge of relative strength, absolute strength, and repetition

maximum (1-RM) estimation.I.E.2.a Skill in identifying the major bones, muscles, and joints.

I.E.2.bSkill in conducting assessments of muscular strength, muscular

endurance and flexibility (e.g., 1-RM, hand grip dynamometer, push-ups, curl-ups, sit-and-reach).

I.E.2.c Skill in estimating 1-RM using lower resistance (2-10 RM).

I.E.2.d Skill in interpreting results of muscular strength, muscular endurance and flexibility assessments.

I.F.1.aKnowledge of the advantages, disadvantages and limitations of body

composition techniques (e.g., air displacement plethysmography (BOD POD®), duel-energy x-ray absorptiometry (DEXA), hydrostatic

weighing, skinfolds, and bioelectrical impedance.I.F.1.b Knowledge of the standardized descriptions of circumference and

skinfold sites.I.F.1.c Knowledge of procedures for determining BMI and taking skinfold and

circumference measurements.

I.F.1.dKnowledge of the health implications of variation in body fat

distribution patterns and the significance of BMI, waist circumference, and waist-to-hip ratio.

I.F.2.a Skill in locating anatomic landmarks for skinfold and circumference measurements.

I.F.2.b Skill in interpreting the results of anthropometric and body composition assessments.

II.A.1.a Skill in synthesizing pre-screening results and reviewing them with participants

II.B.1.a Knowledge of strength, aerobic, and flexibility based exercise.

II.B.1.bKnowledge of the benefits and precautions associated with exercise training in apparently healthy participants and those with controlled

disease.

II.B.1.cKnowledge of program development for specific client needs (e.g., sport specific training, performance, health, lifestyle, functional

ability, balance, agility, aerobic, anaerobic).II.B.1.d Knowledge of the six motor skill related physical fitness components;

agility, balance, coordination, reaction time, speed, and power.II.B.1.e Knowledge of the physiologic changes associated with an acute bout

of exercise.II.B.1.f Knowledge of the physiologic adaptations following chronic exercise

training.

II.B.1.gKnowledge of ACSM exercise prescription guidelines for strength,

aerobic, and flexibility based exercise for apparently healthy clients, clients with increased risk, and clients with controlled disease.

II.B.1.hKnowledge of the components and sequencing incorporated into an exercise session (e.g., warm-up, stretching, conditioning or sports

related exercise, cool-down).II.B.1.i Knowledge of the physiological principles related to warm-up and

cool-down.

II.B.1.jKnowledge of the principles of reversibility, progressive overload,

individual differences and specificity of training, and how they relate to exercise prescription.

II.B.1.k Knowledge the role of aerobic and anaerobic energy systems in the

performance of various physical activities.II.B.1.m Knowledge of the psychological and physiological signs and symptoms

of overtraining.

II.B.1.oKnowledge of the advantages and disadvantages of exercise

equipment (e.g., free weights, selectorized machines, aerobic equipment).

II.B.2.b Skill in designing safe and effective training programs.

II.B.2.cSkill in implementing exercise prescription guidelines for apparently

healthy clients, clients with increased risk, and clients with controlled disease.

II.C.1.a Knowledge of the recommended FITT framework for the development of cardiorespiratory fitness.

II.C.1.bKnowledge of the benefits, risks and contraindications of a wide

variety of cardiovascular training exercises based on client experience, skill level, current fitness level and goals.

II.C.1.c Knowledge of the minimal threshold of physical activity required for health benefits and/or fitness development.

II.C.1.dKnowledge of determining exercise intensity using HRR, VO2R, peak

HR method, peak VO2 method, peak METs method, and the RPE Scale.

II.C.1.e Knowledge of the accuracy of HRR, VO2R, peak HR method, peak VO2 method, peak METs method, and the RPE Scale.

II.C.1.f Knowledge of abnormal responses to exercise (e.g., hemodynamic, cardiac, ventilatory).

II.C.1.g Knowledge of metabolic calculations (e.g., unit conversions, deriving energy cost of exercise, caloric expenditure).

II.C.1.h Knowledge of calculating the caloric expenditure of an exercise session (kcalsession1).

II.C.1.i Knowledge of methods for establishing and monitoring levels of exercise intensity, including heart rate, RPE, and METs.

II.C.1.j Knowledge of the applications of anaerobic training principles.

II.C.2.a Skill in determining appropriate exercise frequency, intensity, time and type for clients with various fitness levels.

II.C.2.bSkill in determining the energy cost, absolute and relative oxygen costs (VO2), and MET levels of various activities and applying the

information to an exercise prescription.II.C.2.c Skill in identifying improper technique in the use of cardiovascular

equipment.II.C.2.d Skill in teaching and demonstrating the use of a variety of

cardiovascular exercise equipment.II.D.1.a Knowledge of the recommended FITT framework for the development

of muscular strength, muscular endurance and flexibility.II.D.1.b Knowledge of the minimal threshold of physical activity required for

health benefits and/or fitness development.II.D.1.c Knowledge of safe and effective exercises designed to enhance

muscular strength and/or endurance of major muscle groups.II.D.1.d Knowledge of safe and effective stretches that enhance flexibility.

II.D.1.e Knowledge of indications for water based exercise (e.g., arthritis, obesity).

II.D.1.f Knowledge of the types of resistance training programs (e.g., total

body, split routine) and modalities (e.g., free weights, variable resistance equipment, pneumatic machines, bands).

II.D.1.g Knowledge of acute (e.g., load, volume, sets, repetitions, rest periods, order of exercises) and chronic training variables (e.g., periodization).

II.D.1.h Knowledge of the types of muscle contractions (e.g., eccentric, concentric, isometric).

II.D.1.j Knowledge of acute and delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS).

II.D.1.m Knowledge of muscle-related terminology including atrophy, hyperplasia, hypertrophy.

II.D.1.n Knowledge of the Valsalva maneuver and its implications during exercise.

II.D.1.p

Knowledge of the contraindications and potential risks associated with muscular conditioning activities (e.g., straight-leg sit-ups, double leg

raises, squats, hurdler’s stretch, yoga plough, forceful back hyperextension, and standing bent-over toe touch, behind neck

press/lat pull-down).II.D.1.q Knowledge of prescribing exercise using the calculated %1-RM.

II.D.1.s Knowledge of periodization (e.g., macro, micro, mesocycles) and associated theories.

II.D.1.t Knowledge of safe and effective Olympic weight lifting exercises.II.E.1.a Knowledge of the basic principles of exercise progression.

II.D.1.u Knowledge of safe and effective core stability exercises (e.g., planks, crunches, bridges, cable twists).

II.E.1.a Knowledge of the basic principles of exercise progression.

II.E.1.b Knowledge of adjusting the FITT framework in response to individual changes in conditioning.

II.E.1.c Knowledge of the importance of performing periodic reevaluations to assess changes in fitness status.

II.E.1.dKnowledge of the training principles that promote improvements in

muscular strength, muscular endurance, cardiorespiratory fitness, and flexibility.

II.E.2.a Skill in recognizing the need for progression and communicating updates to exercise prescriptions.

II.F.1.q Knowledge of the recommended FITT framework for participants who are overweight or obese.

II.F.1.rKnowledge of comorbidities and musculoskeletal conditions

associated with overweight and obesity that may require medical clearance and/or modifications to exercise testing and prescription.

II.F.2.b Skill in modifying exercises for individuals limited by body size.II.F.2.c Skill in calculating the volume of exercise in terms of kcalsession-1.

II.G.1.aKnowledge of ACSM risk stratification and exercise prescription guidelines for participants with cardiovascular, pulmonary, and

metabolic diseases and other clinical populations.

II.G.1.bKnowledge of ACSM relative and absolute contraindications for

initiating exercise sessions or exercise testing, and indications for terminating exercise sessions and exercise testing.

II.G.1.cKnowledge of physiology and pathophysiology of cardiac disease, arthritis, diabetes mellitus, dyslipidemia, hypertension, metabolic

syndrome, musculoskeletal injuries, overweight and obesity, osteoporosis, peripheral artery disease, and pulmonary disease.

II.G.1.d Knowledge of the effects of diet and exercise on blood glucose levels in diabetics.

II.G.1.e

Knowledge of the recommended FITT principle for the development of cardiorespiratory fitness, muscular fitness and flexibility for

participants with cardiac disease, arthritis, diabetes mellitus, dyslipidemia, hypertension, metabolic syndrome, musculoskeletal injuries, overweight and obesity, osteoporosis, peripheral artery

disease, and pulmonary disease.II.G.2.a Skill in progressing exercise programs, according to the FITT

principle, in a safe and effective manner.

II.G.2.b

Skill in modifying the exercise prescription and/or exercise choice for individuals with cardiac disease, arthritis, diabetes mellitus,

dyslipidemia, hypertension, metabolic syndrome, musculoskeletal injuries, overweight and obesity, osteoporosis, peripheral artery

disease, and pulmonary disease.

II.G.2.cSkill in identifying improper exercise techniques and modifying

exercise programs for participants with low back, neck, shoulder, elbow, wrist, hip, knee and/or ankle pain.

II.H.1.a

Knowledge of normal maturational changes, from childhood to old age, and their effects on the skeletal muscle, bone, reaction time, coordination, posture, heat and cold tolerance, maximal oxygen consumption, strength, flexibility, body composition, resting and

maximal heart rate, and resting and maximal blood pressure.

II.H.1.bKnowledge of techniques for the modification of cardiovascular,

flexibility, and resistance exercises based on age, functional capacity and physical condition.

II.H.1.cKnowledge of techniques for the development of exercise

prescriptions for children, adolescents and older adults with regard to strength, functional capacity, and motor skills.

II.H.1.dKnowledge of the unique adaptations to exercise training in children, adolescents, and older participants with regard to strength, functional

capacity, and motor skills.II.H.1.e Knowledge of the benefits and precautions associated with exercise

training across the lifespan.

II.H.1.fKnowledge of the recommended FITT framework for the development

of cardiorespiratory fitness, muscular fitness and flexibility in apparently healthy children and adolescents.

II.H.1.gKnowledge of the effects of the aging process on the musculoskeletal and cardiovascular structures and functions during rest, exercise, and

recovery.

II.H.1.hKnowledge of the recommended FITT framework necessary for the development of cardiorespiratory fitness, muscular fitness, balance,

and flexibility in apparently healthy, older adults.II.H.1.i Knowledge of common orthopedic and cardiovascular exercise

considerations for older adults.

II.H.1.jKnowledge of the relationship between regular physical activity and

the successful performance of activities of daily living (ADLs) for older adults.

II.H.1.k Knowledge of the recommended frequency, intensity, type, and duration of physical activity necessary for the development of

cardiorespiratory fitness, muscular fitness and flexibility in apparently

healthy pregnant women.II.H.2.a Skill in teaching and demonstrating appropriate exercises for healthy

populations with special considerations.II.H.2.b Skill in modifying exercises based on age, physical condition, and

current health status.

III.C.1.aKnowledge of the relationship between physical inactivity and

common chronic diseases (e.g., Atherosclerosis, type II diabetes, obesity, dyslipidemia, arthritis, low back pain, hypertension).

III.C.1.b Knowledge of the dynamic inter-relationship between fitness level, body composition, stress and overall health.

III.C.1.c Knowledge of modifications necessary to promote healthy lifestyle behaviors for diverse populations.

III.C.1.e Knowledge of the activities of daily living (ADLs) and how they relate to overall health.

III.C.1.fKnowledge in accessing and disseminating scientifically-based,

relevant health, exercise, nutrition, and wellness-related resources and information.

III.D.1.cKnowledge of symptoms and causal factors of test anxiety (i.e.,

performance, appraisal threat during exercise testing) and how they may affect physiological responses to testing.

IV.A.1.p Knowledge of the components of the ACSM Code of Ethics and the ACSM Certified Health Fitness Specialist scope of practice.

III.B.2.a Skill in explaining the purpose and value of understanding perceived exertion.

IV.B.1.dKnowledge of safety plans, emergency procedures and first-aid

techniques needed during fitness evaluations, exercise testing, and exercise training

IV.B.1.e

Knowledge of potential musculoskeletal injuries (e.g., contusions, sprains, strains, fractures), cardiovascular/pulmonary complications (e.g., tachycardia, bradycardia, hypotension/hypertension, dyspnea)

and metabolic abnormalities (e.g., fainting/syncope, hypoglycemia/hyperglycemia, hypothermia/hyperthermia).

IV.B.2.d Skill in demonstrating emergency procedures during exercise testing and/or training.

Term:

Fall Semester 2015

Instructor Information:

Instructor:

Chris Pitsikoulis, EdD, MBA, CSCSphone: 678-466-4979fax: 678-466-4669

e-mail: chrispitsikoulis@clayton.eduInternet: http://faculty.clayton.edu/cpitsikoulis

Office:

Natural & Behavioral Sciences, Room 130

Office hours:

Tuesday: 8:45AM-9:45AM; 12:30PM-2:00PM

Wednesday: 9:30AM-12:00PM

Other times by appointment

Class Meetings:

Classroom:

Natural & Behavioral Sciences, Room 133

Class times:

Tuesday: 2:10PM – 4:55PM

Textbook Information:

Required Text:

American College of Sports Medicine. ACSM’s Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription 9th Ed. Lippincott, Williams and Wilkins: Baltimore, MD, ; 2013. (ISBN: 9781609139551)

Recommended Text:

Heyward, V. Advanced Fitness Assessment and Exercise Prescription 7th Ed. Human Kinetics: Champaign, IL; 2010. (ISBN: 9780736086592)

Additional reading materials, including class handouts will be posted on Desire2Learn.

Evaluation:

Midterm Exam 140

Online quizzes: 8 quizzes @ 10 points each 80

Lab Participation and Write-Ups: 6 @ 40 points each 240

Class Project:Part 1- 20 pointsPart 2- 45 pointsPart 3- 50 pointsPart 4- 25 points

140

Case Studies: 4 @ 25 points each 100

Practical Exam 100

Comprehensive Final Exam 200

TOTAL 1000

Online Quizzes: Quizzes will cover the procedure for labs and/or topics from previous lectures. Quizzes will be completed online via desire2learn.

Labs: Lab procedures and handouts will be accessible via desire2learn. It is your responsible to print out the procedures and handouts and bring them to each class. Specific instructions for each write-up will be provided in the procedures. Lab write-ups must be submitted via desire2learn. Late submissions will not be accepted. You must be dressed for exercise. Do not underdress.

NOTE: You will be required to have a current and valid CPR card in order to participate in Labs. A grade of zero will be assigned for those without a valid CPR card

Case Studies: You will be assigned a 4 case studies relating to a topic(s) covered in the course via desire 2 learn. You will be required to answer a series of questions pertaining to the case provided. In order to complete the write-up you may use a variety of resources, including any textbook, the internet, or other references. You must properly reference any source that you utilize. Specific instructions will be provided on desire2learn.

Class Project: You will be required to design an exercise program based on the specific needs of one your classmates. The project will include assessments of cardiovascular fitness, muscular strength and endurance, body composition, and flexibility and balance. The project will be broken down in to four (4) parts. Specific instructions will be provided on desire2learn.

Practical Exams: You will be assessed on your ability to conduct specific skills required for this course.

Exams: Exams are closed book.

Grading:

A 90 - 100%

B 80 - 89%

C 70 - 79%

D 60 - 69%

F below 60%

Mid-term Progress Report:

The mid-term grade in this course, which will be issued on October 6, 2015, reflects approximately 30% of the entire course grade.  Based on this grade, students may choose to withdraw from the course and receive a grade of "W."  Students pursuing this option must fill out an official withdrawal form, available in the Office of the Registrar, or withdraw on-line using the Swan by mid-term, which occurs on October 9, 2015. Instructions for withdrawing are provided at this link.

The last day to withdraw without academic accountability is Friday, October 9, 2015.

Course Schedule:

Date Lesson/Lab Topic Text Chapter Assignment/Quiz

August 18 Introduction to CoursePhysical Activity (Risks and

Benefits)Health Screening

ACSM:Ch. 1,2,

Heyward:Ch. 1,2

August 25 Pre-Exercise EvaluationECG- Basics

Lab # 1- HR, BP

ACSM:Ch. 3

Appendix CHeyward:Pg. 32-44

Quiz # 1- Closes at11:59PM on August 24Choose classmate for Class Project

September 1

Lab # 2- Cardiovascular Testing I

Assessing Cardiovascular Fitness

ACSM:Pg.72-94& Ch.5-6Heyward:Pg. 47-56

Ch. 4

Quiz # 2- Closes at 11:59PM on August 31Class Project Part 1 Due September 5 by 9:00PM (Via D2L)

September 8

Lab # 2- Cardiovascular Testing I (Con’t)

Lab # 3 Cardiovascular Testing II

ACSM:Pg.72-94& Ch.5-6Heyward:Pg. 47-56

Ch. 4

Quiz # 3- Closes at 11:59PM on September 7Lab # 1 Write-Up Due September 9 by 2:10PM (Via D2L)

September 15

Lab # 3- Cardiovascular Testing II (Con’t)

Cardiovascular Fitness Program Design/ Metabolic

Equations

ACSM:Pg. 162-179;

216-231Heyward:Pg. 56-59

Ch. 5

Lab # 2 Write-Up Due September 16 by 2:10PM (Via D2L)

September 22

Cardiovascular Fitness Program Design/ Metabolic

Equations (Con’t)

ACSM:Pg. 162-179;

216-231Heyward:Pg. 56-59

Ch. 5

Lab # 3Write-Up Due September 23 by 2:10PM (Via D2L)Case Study # 1 Due September 26 by 9:00PM (Via D2L)

September 29

MIDTERM EXAM Case Study # 2Due October 3 by 9:00 PM (Via D2L)

October 6 Lab # 4 Muscular Strength and Endurance Assessment

Assessing Muscular Strength and Endurance

ACSM:Pg. 94-104Heyward:

Ch. 6

Quiz # 4- Closes at 11:59PM on October 5Class Project Part 2 Due October 12 by 9:00PM (Via D2L)

October 9 Last day to withdraw without academic

accountability

October 13

NO CLASS- FALL BREAK

October 20 Resistance Training Program Design

ACSM:Pg. 179-186

Quiz # 5- Closes at 11:59PM on October 19

Heyward:Ch. 7

Lab # 4 Write-Up Due October 21 by 2:10PM (Via D2L)

October 27

Practical Exam (Part 1)

November 3

Lab # 5- Flexibility and Balance

Flexibility and Balance Assessment and Program

Design

ACSM:Pg.105-109;Pg. 186-191

HeywardCh. 10, 11,12

Quiz # 6-Closes at 11:59PM on November 2Case Study # 3Due November 7 by 9:00 PM (Via D2L)

November 10

Assessing Body Composition

Lab # 6- Body Composition Assessment

ACSM:Pg. 62-72Heyward:

Ch. 8

Quiz # 7- Closes at 11:59PM on November 9Lab # 5 Write-Up Due November 11 by 2:10PM (Via D2L)Class Project Part 3 Due November 14 by 9:00 PM (Via D2L)

November 17

Weight Management Programs

Exercise Prescription for Special Considerations/Special

Populations

ACSM:Ch. 8-10

Appendix A Pg. 318-321Heyward:

Ch. 9

Quiz # 8- Closes at 11:59PM on November 16Lab # 6 Write-Up Due November 17 by 2:10PM (Via D2L)

November 24

Practical Exam (Part 2)Class Project Part 4 Due November 28 by 9:00 PM (Via D2L)

December 1

Exercise Prescription for Special Populations (Con’t)

Final Exam Review

Case Study # 4 Due December 4 by 9:00 PM (Via D2L)

December 8

Final Exam2:45PM-4:45PM

Course Policies:

General PolicyStudents must abide by policies in the Clayton State University Student Handbook, and the Basic Undergraduate Student Responsibilities.

University Attendance PolicyStudents are expected to attend and participate in every class meeting. Instructors establish specific policies relating to absences in their courses and communicate these policies to the students through the course syllabi. Individual instructors, based upon the nature of the course, determine what effect excused and unexcused absences have in determining grades and upon students’ ability to remain enrolled in their courses. The university reserves the right to determine that excessive absences, whether justified or not, are sufficient cause for institutional withdrawals or failing grades.

Course Attendance PolicyAttendance is expected for all class periods.  Attendance is required for all quiz and examination periods. Any absence must be accompanied by a written excuse from a doctor or other competent authority. More than two (2) unexcused absences will result in a final grade of F.

Missed Work

A grade of zero points will be assigned for all late work. All work must be submitted by the deadline via Desire2Learn.

Make-up tests will be given only if they are taken prior to the scheduled test date. All examinations must be completed.

Academic DishonestyAny type of activity that is considered dishonest by reasonable standards may constitute academic misconduct. The most common forms of academic misconduct are cheating and plagiarism All instances of academic dishonesty will result in a grade of zero for the work involved. All instances of academic dishonesty will be reported to the Office of Student Life/Judicial Affairs. Judicial procedures are described beginning on page 14 of the Student Handbook (Procedures for Adjudicating Alleged Academic Conduct Infractions)

Disruption of the Learning EnvironmentBehavior which disrupts the teaching–learning process during class activities will not be tolerated. While a variety of behaviors can be disruptive in a classroom setting, more serious examples include belligerent, abusive, profane, and/or threatening behavior.  A student who fails to respond to reasonable faculty direction regarding classroom behavior and/or behavior while participating in classroom activities may be dismissed from class.  A student who is dismissed is entitled to due process and will be afforded such rights as soon as possible following dismissal.  If found in violation, a student may be administratively withdrawn and may receive a grade of WF.

A more detailed description of examples of disruptive behavior and appeal procedures is provided at: 

http://www.clayton.edu/Portals/5/DisruptiveClassroomBehavior.pdf

Writing AssistanceThe Writers’ Studio 224 is located in the A&S building, room 224.  There you can talk with trained writing tutors about your writing projects.  They are available to work with you at any stage of your paper, from generating ideas to organizing your paper to understanding how to format it correctly. The service is free; you may drop in and wait for a tutor or sign up for a regular appointment.  But remember: you, not your tutor, are ultimately responsible for the quality and content of the papers you submit.

http://www.clayton.edu/arts-sciences/english/writersstudio

Other PoliciesThe use of simple calculators is allowed for all quizzes and examinations.

All examinations are closed book.

No student-produced "memory sheets" or note cards are allowed.

Operation StudyAt Clayton State University, we expect and support high motivation and academic achievement.  To foster a change in the perception of studying, improve study habits, and hence promote student success, several Operation Study activities and programs will be offered throughout the semester.  Be on the lookout for study sessions, study breaks, workshops, and other opportunities to earn Study Buck Gift Cards (for use in the University Bookstore) and other items.