ACADEMIC CATALOG - Purdue University Calumet

FM 109 SPINNING
(Lab. 2, Cr. 1)
This course is repeatable for credit. This course will provide students
with a working knowledge of healthy living practices, an
assessment of the students’ present fitness status, and an opportunity
to choose a physical activity as well as develop additional
wellness strategies, that can be enjoyed throughout life.
FM 110 INLINE SKATING
(Lab. 2, Cr. 1)
This course is repeatable for credit. This course will provide students
with a working knowledge of healthy living practices, an
assessment of the students’ present fitness status, and an opportunity
to choose a physical activity as well as develop additional
wellness strategies, that can be enjoyed throughout life.
FM 111 SWIMMING
(Lab. 2, Cr. 1)
This course is repeatable for credit. This course will provide students
with a working knowledge of healthy living practices, an
assessment of the students’ present fitness status, and an opportunity
to choose a physical activity as well as develop additional
wellness strategies, that can be enjoyed throughout life.
FM 250 PRINCIPLES OF ADULT FITNESS
(Class 2, Lab. 1, Cr. 3)
The purpose of this course is to expose students to the effects
of exercise on health over the life course. The health benefits
of different types of exercise will be reviewed. Students will
have the opportunity to utilize fitness equipment and develop
their own exercise plans. Existing community programs and
resources will be discussed.
FM 268 PHYSIOLOGY OF EXERCISE
(Class 2, Lab. 2, Cr. 3)
Prerequisite: CHM 119 and BIOL 214 Co-requisite: F&N 303
Physiological concepts and principles underlying human
responses and adaptations to exercise. Selected methods and
techniques of assessing physiological function and evaluating
performance in physical efforts in a laboratory setting.
FM 280 PRINCIPLES OF FIRST AID
(Class 1, Lab. 2, Cr. 2)
A course designed to instruct students in the immediate and
temporary care given victims of an accident or illness.
Covers dressings, bandaging, CPR, lacerations, insect and
animal bites and other first aid topics. Certification Included.
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FM 112 AIKIDO
(Lab. 2, Cr. 1)
This course is repeatable for credit. This course will provide students
with a working knowledge of healthy living practices, an
assessment of the students’ present fitness status, and an opportunity
to choose a physical activity as well as develop additional
wellness strategies, that can be enjoyed throughout life.
FM 113 TIA CHI
(Lab. 2, Cr. 1)
This course is repeatable for credit. This course will provide students
with a working knowledge of healthy living practices, an
assessment of the students’ present fitness status, and an opportunity
to choose a physical activity as well as develop additional
wellness strategies, that can be enjoyed throughout life.
FM 114 PILATES
(Lab. 2, Cr. 1)
This course is repeatable for credit. This course will provide students
with a working knowledge of healthy living practices, an
assessment of the students’ present fitness status, and an opportunity
to choose a physical activity as well as develop additional
wellness strategies, that can be enjoyed throughout life.
FM 115 SCUBA DIVING
(Lab. 2, Cr. 1)
This course is repeatable for credit. This course will provide students
with a working knowledge of healthy living practices, an
assessment of the students’ present fitness status, and an opportunity
to choose a physical activity as well as develop additional
wellness strategies, that can be enjoyed throughout life.
FM 116 WING CHUN
(Lab. 2, Cr. 1)
This course is repeatable for credit. This course will provide students
with a working knowledge of healthy living practices, an
assessment of the students’ present fitness status, and an opportunity
to choose a physical activity as well as develop additional
wellness strategies, that can be enjoyed throughout life.
FM 219 ISSUES AND PROBLEMS IN HEALTH
(Class 3, Cr. 3)
Designed to acquaint students with various aspects of
personal and community health problems. Emphasis will
be on current health issues such as pollution, mental health,
venereal disease, aging, medical care, etc.
FM 300 PRACTICUM IN HEALTH,
FITNESS AND NUTRITION
(Class 1, Lab. 4, Cr. 3)
Prerequisite: F&N 303 or FM 315 and FM 268 and limited to students
enrolled in Nutrition, Fitness & Health degree with a classification of 4
or higher.
Clinical field experience of at least 300 hours in an approved
health, fitness, and/or nutrition facility under the direction of a
certified or registered instructor. The on-campus Total Fitness
Center and their degreed/ professional staff is the primary site
for this practicum.
FM 301 RECREATION LEADERSHIP
(Class 3, Cr. 3)
Provides instruction in various aspects of recreation.
Community, school, camping, travel and leisure time activities
will be part of the instruction. Identification of the principles
of recreation and the many organizations promoting
recreational activities are included.
FM 302 ANATOMY AND KINESIOLOGY
(Class 3, Cr. 3)
Prerequisite: BIOL 213 and BIOL 214
Overview of human body structures and functions appropriate
for exercise science. Emphasis on musculoskeletal and
neuromuscular systems as they relate to human movement.
FM 305 PRACTICUM IN FITNESS MANAGEMENT
(Class 1, Lab. 4, Cr. 3)
Prerequisite: FM 300 and FM 410 and FM 474 and limited to students
enrolled in the Fitness Management degree with a classification of 8.
Advanced level clinical field experience in fitness management
facility. At least 300 hours in an approved health and/or
nutrition facility under the direction of a certified or registered
instructor. An off-campus facility or club and their managerial/professional
staff is the primary site for this practicum.
FM 314 BEGINNING CONCEPTS OF GROUP
EXERCISE AND PERSONAL TRAINING
(Class 1, Lab. 2, Cr. 2)
Prerequisite: FM 268 and FM 302
Instruction and laboratory experience in group exercise and
personal training. Designed for Nutrition, Fitness, and Health
majors or Fitness Management majors with an interest in
group exercise and personal training careers. Includes basic
competencies/skills leading to certification as a personal
trainer and/or group exercise instructor.
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