HPE 225 - Fundamentals of Fitness Theory, Programming and Assessment

Institution:

Community College of Allegheny County

Subject:

Health Physical Education

Description:

This course provides students with the theoretical and practical basis to properly select and utilize instrumentation and techniques for assessing physical fitness and prescribing exercise based on a subject's tolerance for physical activity. Students practice, analyze and validate field tests through laboratory experiences by discussing results. Special emphasis is given to risk factors, injuries, environmental factors, motivation and their role in the physical conditioning of various populations.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.ccac.edu

Phone Number:

(412) 323-2323

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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