HEA 101 - Foundations of Health, Exercise and Sport

3 credit hours - Three hours weekly; one term.
Examine the disciplines and subdisciplines in exercise science. Discuss the scientific basis that underlies health, exercise, and sport. Collect, analyze, and interpret laboratory data related to the diverse functions of the human body. Identify career opportunities within exercise science and allied health, including requirements for advanced study and appropriate coursework for the profession.

Note: This course does not fulfill the General Education Wellness requirement for AACC. Typically offered at MC and OL; fall and spring terms.

Course Outcomes:

Examine the disciplines and sub-disciplines in health, exercise and sport.
Apply fundamental concepts of human anatomy, physiology and kinesiology to applications in health, exercise and sport.
Demonstrate laboratory techniques to collect, analyze, and interpret data from course activities related to the diverse functions of the human body.
Analyze primary research articles in the literature and discuss the results in relation to class topics.
Identify potential careers in exercise science related fields and identify the requirements needed for advanced study.