SC- Strength and Conditioning
SC 121 Theory and Practical Application of Skill-Related Fitness (3)
Examines the scientific theory and practical application of the skill related components of physical fitness (i.e. agility, coordination, balance, reaction time, and speed). Topics will include recent trends and a multi-component approaches to teaching and coaching weight room technique and various other skills in strength and conditioning. (Does not count toward the KIN major.) (Students who received credit for EXSC 121 may not also receive credit for KIN 121.)
SC 293 Practicum in Strength and Conditioning I (3)
Prerequisite: instructor’s permission. Entry-level study of Olympic lifts, torso training, functional warm-ups and speed drills. Discussions related to applications and concepts in strength and conditioning will be emphasized. Allows the student to develop basic knowledge to be able to assist the strength and conditioning staff to perform, instruct and correct basic lifting technique. Pass/No Credit basis. (Students who received credit for EXSC 293 may not also receive credit for KIN 293.)
SC 372 Principles and Theories of Strength and Conditioning (4)
Prerequisite: KIN 254 and 257. Advanced study of the scientific principles and theories related to strength and conditioning. Discussions related to applications and concepts in the exercise sciences, testing and evaluation, program design, and strength and conditioning administration and facility organization will be emphasized. (Students who received credit for EXSC 372 may not also receive credit for KIN 372.)
SC 393 Practicum in Strength and Conditioning II (3)
Prerequisite: instructor’s permission. Advanced study of implementation of Olympic lifts, core training, functional warm-ups, functional rehabilitation, functional training and warm-up methodology. Discussions related to applications and concepts in strength and conditioning will be emphasized. The students will be expected to practice, demonstrate, refine and apply competencies gained in previous setting. The students will also demonstrate appropriate communication skills with other professionals working with their team. Pass/No Credit basis. (Students who received credit for EXSC 393 may not also receive credit for KIN 393.)
SC 493 Practicum in Strength and Conditioning III (3)
Prerequisite: instructor’s permission. Senior level review and evaluation of practicum competencies and proficiencies. Extensive content in organization and administration of Strength and Conditioning programs. Discussions related to applications and concepts in strength and conditioning will be emphasized. Preparation for the National Strength and Conditioning Association’s Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist examination will occur. The students will be expected to practice, demonstrate, refine and apply competencies gained in previous setting. The students will also demonstrate appropriate communication skills with other professionals working with their team. Pass/No Credit basis. (Students who received credit for EXSC 493 may not also receive credit for KIN 493.)