HPE-117 Basic Weight Training

This course will explore basic techniques of weight training, focusing on the various exercises applied in a weight training program, demonstration of proper technique, and development of an overview of a comprehensive training program.

Credits

1

Lecture Contact Hours

1

Lab Contact Hours

1

Other Contact Hours

0

Department

• Health Science and Human Performance

Grading Scheme

• Letter

SUNY Gen Ed Credit

• No

Semesters Course Will Be Offered

• Fall
• Spring

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Identify the wellness benefits of a weight training program and the life-long importance of physical fitness.
2. Execute basic components of a weight training program following standards of practice (eg. demonstrating correct technique, apply proper safety procedures).
3. Develop a training program based on the evaluation of personal results.
4. Describe principles of muscular strength, muscular endurance and body composition.

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HPE 117: Basic Weight Training

Department

Health Science and Human Performance

Course Description

This course will explore basic techniques of weight training, focusing on the various exercises applied in a weight training program, demonstration of proper technique, and development of an overview of a comprehensive training program.

Credit Hours

1

Contact Hours

Lecture	1
Lab	1
Other	0

Grading Scheme

Letter

Semester(s) Course Will Be Offered

Fall, Spring

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Identify the wellness benefits of a weight training program and the life-long importance of physical fitness.
2. Execute basic components of a weight training program following standards of practice (eg. demonstrating correct technique, apply proper safety procedures).
3. Develop a training program based on the evaluation of personal results.
4. Describe principles of muscular strength, muscular endurance and body composition.