GEO 111 – World Regional Geography

Geography
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Work: 0 Credits: 3
This course introduces the regional concept, which emphasizes the spatial association of people and their environment. Emphasis is placed on the physical, cultural, and economic systems that interact to produce the distinct regions of the earth. Upon completion, students should be able to describe variations in physical and cultural features of a region and demonstrate Read More

GEO 112 – Cultural Geography

Geography
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Work: 0 Credits: 3
This course is designed to explore the diversity of human cultures and to describe their shared characteristics. Emphasis is placed on the characteristics, distribution, and complexity of earth’s cultural patterns. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the differences and similarities in human cultural groups. This course has been approved for Read More

GEO 130 – General Physical Geography

Geography
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Work: 0 Credits: 3
This course introduces both the basic physical components that help shape the earth and the study of minerals, rocks, and evolution of landforms. Emphasis is placed on the geographic grid, cartography, weather, climate, mineral composition, fluvial processes, and erosion and deposition. Upon completion, students should be able to identify these components and processes and explain Read More

HEA 110 – Personal Health/Wellness

Health
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Work: 0 Credits: 3
This course provides an introduction to basic personal health and wellness. Emphasis is placed on current health issues such as nutrition, mental health, and fitness. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the factors necessary to the maintenance of health and wellness. This course has been approved for transfer under the Read More

HEA 112 – First Aid & CPR

Health
Lecture: 1 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Work: 0 Credits: 2
This course introduces the basics of emergency first aid treatment. Topics include rescue breathing, CPR, first aid for choking and bleeding, and other first aid procedures. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate skills in providing emergency care for the sick and injured until medical help can be obtained. This course has been approved Read More

HFS 110 – Exercise Science

Health and Fitness Science
Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Work: 0 Credits: 4
This course is a survey of scientific principles, methodologies, and research as applied to exercise and physical adaptations to exercise. Topics include the basic elements of kinesiology, biomechanics, and motor learning. Upon completion, students should be able to identify and describe physiological responses and adaptations to exercise.

HFS 111 – Fitness & Exercise Testing I

Health and Fitness Science
Lecture: 3 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Work: 0 Credits: 4
This course introduces the student to graded exercise testing. Topics include various exercise testing protocols with methods for prescribing exercise programs based on exercise tolerance tests and the use of various equipment and protocols. Upon completion, students should be able to conduct specific exercise tests and the use of various equipment.

HFS 116 – Prev & Care of Excercise Injuries

Health and Fitness Science
Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Work: 0 Credits: 3
This course provides information about the care and prevention of exercise injuries. Topics include proper procedures, prevention techniques, and on- site care of injuries. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to prevent and care for exercise related injuries.

HFS 118 – Fitness Facility Management

Health and Fitness Science
Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Work: 0 Credits: 4
This course provides information about the management and operation of health and fitness facilities and programs. Topics include human resources, sales and marketing, member retention, financial management, facility design and maintenance, and risk management. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively manage a fitness facility.

HFS 120 – Group Exercise Instruction

Health and Fitness Science
Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Work: 0 Credits: 3
This course introduces the concepts and guidelines of instructing exercise classes. Topics include program designs, working with special populations, and principles of teaching and monitoring physical activity. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate basic skills in instructing an exercise class and monitoring workout intensity.