Performance Analysis of Weight Training KNES 154 Kinesiology Program Course Outline COURSE IMPLEMENTATION DATE: May 1999 OUTLINE EFFECTIVE DATE: September 2018 COURSE OUTLINE REVIEW DATE: March 2023 GENERAL COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course builds on knowledge and skills presented in KNES 152, and KNES 190 or KNES 200. This course includes theory and practice of fitness development through progressive resistance exercise. Students develop knowledge and skills in beginner and intermediate weight training programs and techniques. Course content is based on the Canadian Fitness Education Service (CFES) recognized for the Weight Training Instructor Course. Following completion, students have the opportunity to become a CFES Certified Weight Training Instructor. Program Information: This course may be used as one of the two elective performance courses in the Kinesiology Diploma Program and may be used as an elective for students in other disciplines. Delivery: This course is delivered face to face. COTR Credits: 1.5 Hours for this course: 30 hours Typical Structure of Instructional Hours: Practicum Hours (if applicable): Instructional Activity Duration Type of Practicum Duration Lecture Hours 15 On-the-job Experience Seminars / Tutorials Formal Work Experience Laboratory / Studio Hours 15 Other Practicum / Field Experience Hours Total Other Contact Hours Total 30 1
Course Outline Author or Contact: Jani Vogell, BSc, MKin, CEP Signature APPROVAL SIGNATURES: Acting Department Head Sandi Hill E-mail: shill@cotr.bc.ca Acting Dean of Health and Human Services Norma Sherret E-mail: nsherret@cotr.bc.ca Department Head Signature Dean Signature EDCO Valid from: September 2018 March 2023 Education Council Approval Date COURSE PREREQUISITES AND TRANSFER CREDIT: Prerequisites: Corequisites: KNES 190 or KNES 200 with a minimum grade of C- (55%) and KNES 152 with a minimum grade of C- (55%), or a National Fitness Leadership Alliance affiliated Fitness Knowledge course. None Flexible Assessment (FA): Credit can be awarded for this course through FA Yes No Learners may request formal recognition for flexible assessment at the College of the Rockies through one or more of the following processes: External Evaluation, Worksite Assessment, Demonstration, Standardized Test, Self-assessment, Interview, Products/Portfolio, Challenge Exam. Contact an Education Advisor for more information. Transfer Credit: For transfer information within British Columbia, Alberta and other institutions, please visit http://www.cotr.bc.ca/transfer. Students should also contact an academic advisor at the institution where they want transfer credit. Prior Course Number: HKIN 154 KNES 154 Date changed: September 2012 Dec. 11, 2017/jk/z:\outline\2018_fall\knes154.docx 2
Textbooks and Required Resources: Textbook selection varies by instructor and may change from year to year. At the Course Outline Effective Date the following textbooks were in use: CFES Weight Training Instructor Course: Student Resource Manual, CFES Ltd. 2012, 7 th Edition. CFES Weight Training Student Program Booklet Optional: Delavier, F., Strength Training Anatomy, 2 nd Edition, Human Kinetics, 2006 Please see the instructor s syllabus or check COTR s online text calculator http://www.cotr.bc.ca/bookstore/cotr_web.asp?idnumber=164 for a complete list of the currently required textbooks. LEARNING OUTCOMES: Upon successful completion of this course, students should be able to apply principles of fitness theory to resistance training and individual exercise prescription; use a variety of resistance equipment and various training methods and techniques; understand the biomechanics of force production and physiological responses to weight training; analyze movement and identify correct positioning and safe vs. unsafe exercise technique; instruct exercises effectively, including demonstration, description and corrective feedback; effectively select and order resistance exercises; design personalized programs to meet an individual s goals, fitness level and lifestyle; recognize specific characteristics of adult learners and demonstrate appropriate leadership for this audience; recognize the characteristics of specialized groups such as older adults, pre-pubescent youth and pre or post-natal clients, and demonstrate appropriate leadership for this audience; design programs that affect all health-related fitness components and that also include proper warm-up and post workout stretch; provide healthy eating recommendations to clients based on Canada s Food Guide; prescribe appropriate type, duration, intensity and progression of exercise; identify risks associated with exercise and know how to modify exercise and reduce risk of injury; health screen individuals prior to exercise and maintain a safe workout environment; and work within an identified scope of practice and know when to refer to other professionals. COURSE TOPICS: Weight Training Performance performance principles stabilization during exercise exercises for each muscle group proper exercise technique and spotting technique Dec. 11, 2017/jk/z:\outline\2018_fall\knes154.docx 3
Weight Training Instruction adult learners participant centred teaching demonstration, description, performance, and correction Exercise Safety high risk exercises exercise modification maintaining a safe environment Program Planning and Exercise Prescription consent and liability release workout components exercise prescription for fitness components health screening client consultation goal setting program monitoring and adherence client-specific exercise prescription Nutritional Support Professional Profile communication goal setting See instructor s syllabus for the detailed outline of weekly readings, activities and assignments. EVALUATION AND ASSESSMENT: Assignments In-class Assignments Program Design Assignment and Instruction Exams TOTAL % Of Total Grade 15% 50% 35% 100% Please see the instructor s syllabus for specific classroom policies related to this course, such as details of evaluation, penalties for late assignments, and use of electronic aids. Dec. 11, 2017/jk/z:\outline\2018_fall\knes154.docx 4
EXAM POLICY: Students must attend all required scheduled exams that make up a final grade at the appointed time and place. Individual instructors may accommodate for illness or personal crisis. Additional accommodation will not be made unless a written request is sent to and approved by the appropriate Department Head prior to the scheduled exam. Any student who misses a scheduled exam without approval will be given a grade of 0 for the exam. COURSE GRADE: Course grades are assigned as follows: Grade A+ A A- B+ B B- C+ C C- D F Mark (Percent) 90 89-85 84-80 79-76 75-72 71-68 67-64 63-60 59-55 54-50 < 50 A grade of "D" grants credit, but may not be sufficient as a prerequisite for sequential courses. ACADEMIC POLICIES: See www.cotr.bc.ca/policies for general college policies related to course activities, including grade appeals, cheating and plagiarism. COURSE CHANGES: Information contained in course outlines is correct at the time of publication. Content of the courses is revised on an ongoing basis to ensure relevance to changing educational, employment and marketing needs. The instructor will endeavour to provide notice of changes to students as soon as possible. The instructor reserves the right to add or delete material from courses. Dec. 11, 2017/jk/z:\outline\2018_fall\knes154.docx 5