Course Descriptions

This course is designed to provide training in the many aspects of self-defense. Course includes both aggressive and non-aggressive techniques. Course is geared to both Criminal Justice and general student population.

• Health and Physical Education
• 2 Credit(s)
• (0.5-1.5) Contact Hour(s)

This course is intended for any student interested in the benefits of a healthy lifestyle obtained through behavior changes. The course focuses on behaviors and lifestyle factors that affect individual well-being and disease. Emphasis is placed on how physical, emotional, social, intellectual, environmental, spiritual and occupational wellness relates to overall health. Students earn certification in child abuse identification and reporting.

• Health and Physical Education
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

This course will teach the student how to recognize an emergency and how to respond. The student will be prepared to make appropriate decisions regarding first aid care and how to provide care for injuries or sudden illness until professional medical help arrives. Upon completion of this course, student will be eligible for National Safety Council Certification in Advanced First Aid, CPR and AED.

• Health and Physical Education
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

This course is a requirement for all students enrolled in the AS Kinesiology and Human Performance or AS Physical Education program. In addition, this course is appropriate for students intending to transfer to pursue a degree in sports medicine, including exercise science and athletic training. This course provides students with an opportunity to deepen their understanding of the body's responses and adaptations to exercise. Each of the body's systems will be reviewed with a focus on the influences of activity. Laboratory experiences will allow students to integrate and apply the concepts of exercise physiology through investigative experiments. Prerequisite: Take BIO-110 or BIO-171 with a Minimum Grade of C-

• Health and Physical Education
• 4 Credit(s)
• (3-2) Contact Hour(s)

Designed for the student who wishes to pursue a career in coaching in New York State elementary and secondary schools. Course covers philosophy and principles of athletics as integral parts of physical education and general education. Requirement for New York State coaching certification.

• Health and Physical Education
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

Provides experience in techniques of coaching a specific sport. Designed for persons who are preparing to meet the New York State certification requirements to coach in public schools. Via an internship, students will get hands-on experience working with an area program specific to the sport they desire to coach. Prerequisite: Take HPE-230 with a Minimum Grade of C-

• Health and Physical Education
• 2 Credit(s)
• (2) Contact Hour(s)

This course covers topics related to the prevention and care of the athletic injuries. This course will be taken by second-year students in the AS Sports Medicine degree, as well as by any students interested in pursuing a New York State Coaching Certification. Principles of human anatomy and physiology, biomechanics, and psychology will be presented, along with liability and administrative issues in sports medicine. Students will also have the opportunity to meet the certification requirements for First Aid/CPR/AED.

• Health and Physical Education
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

Designed to provide an enrichment of learning through the use of outdoor experiences. This advanced course will give the student an opportunity to better understand the ecological balance and to take part in a wilderness camping environment. A half-day trip, an organizational meeting, and a three-day trip are required. A minimal fee is required.

• Health and Physical Education
• 1 Credit(s)
• (0.5-1.5) Contact Hour(s)

This course is a requirement for all students enrolled in the AS Kinesiology and Human Performance, and AS Physical Education and Exercise Science programs. In addition, this course is appropriate for students intending to transfer to pursue a degree in sports medicine (e.g. athletic training, exercise science, and physical/occupational therapy). Students will be introduced to simple patterns of movement and progress to the analysis of complex motor skills that comprise the biomechanical and kinesiological basis of movement in exercise and sport. Topics include the musculoskeletal and neurological components of human anatomy; isolated and combined joint actions; and basic physics principles related to movement. Prerequisite: Take BIO-110 or BIO-171 with a Minimum Grade of C-

• Health and Physical Education
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

This course will discuss various concepts of exercise training and will provide students with the opportunity to develop and implement exercise programs to a variety of diverse populations. It is a second-year course required of students in the AS Sports Medicine degree. The course will prepare students looking to take the American College of Sports Medicine's Personal Training Certification Exam, but will also provide expanded information for other sports medicine practitioners.

• Health and Physical Education
• 3 Credit(s)
• (2-2) Contact Hour(s)

Designed for the student who has athletic skills beyond the recreational level and desires to participate on an intercollegiate athletic team. Skills are refined and integrated into concepts of team play. Competitive opportunities within the conference and region are a part of this course.

• Health and Physical Education
• 1 Credit(s)
• (2) Contact Hour(s)

Designed for the student who has athletic skills beyond the recreational level and desires to participate on an intercollegiate athletic team. Skills are refined and integrated into concepts of team play. Competitive opportunities within the conference and region are a part of this course.

• Health and Physical Education
• 1 Credit(s)
• (2) Contact Hour(s)

Designed for the student who has athletic skills beyond the recreational level and desires to participate on an intercollegiate athletic team. Skills are refined and integrated into concepts of team play. Competitive opportunities within the conference and region are a part of this course.

• Health and Physical Education
• 1 Credit(s)
• (2) Contact Hour(s)

Designed for the student who has athletic skills beyond the recreational level and desires to participate on an intercollegiate athletic team. Skills are refined and integrated into concepts of team play. Competitive opportunities within the conference and region are a part of this course.

• Health and Physical Education
• 1 Credit(s)
• (2) Contact Hour(s)

Designed for the student who has athletic skills beyond the recreational level and desires to participate on an intercollegiate athletic team. Skills are refined and integrated into concepts of team play. Competitive opportunities within the conference and region are a part of this course.

• Health and Physical Education
• 1 Credit(s)
• (2) Contact Hour(s)

Designed for the student who has athletic skills beyond the recreational level and desires to participate on an intercollegiate athletic team. Skills are refined and integrated into concepts of team play. Competitive opportunities within the conference and region are a part of this course.

• Health and Physical Education
• 1 Credit(s)
• (2) Contact Hour(s)

Designed for the student who has athletic skills beyond the recreational level and desires to participate on an intercollegiate athletic team. Skills are refined and integrated into concepts of team play. Competitive opportunities within the conference and region are a part of this course.

• Health and Physical Education
• 1 Credit(s)
• (2) Contact Hour(s)

Designed for the student who has athletic skills beyond the recreational level and desires to participate on an intercollegiate athletic team. Skills are refined and integrated into concepts of team play. Competitive opportunities within the conference and region are a part of this course.

• Health and Physical Education
• 1 Credit(s)
• (2) Contact Hour(s)

Designed for the student who has athletic skills beyond the recreational level and desires to participate on an intercollegiate athletic team. Skills are refined and integrated into concepts of team play. Competitive opportunities within the conference and region are a part of this course.

• Health and Physical Education
• 1 Credit(s)
• (2) Contact Hour(s)

Designed for the student who has athletic skills beyond the recreational level and desires to participate on an intercollegiate athletic team. Skills are refined and integrated into concepts of team play. Competitive opportunities within the conference and region are a part of this course.

• Health and Physical Education
• 1 Credit(s)
• (2) Contact Hour(s)