Faculty Syllabus

Course Description:

Weight Training I: Designed to help students identify and understand the benefits of weight training and how weight training affects the body. Students will also learn to design and develop a balanced weight training program to meet their needs. 

Instructional Methodology:

This class is an activity and participation course; the specific task/exercise(s) for students to complete will be demonstrated. Students will then complete the task/exercise(s) to the best of their ability.

Course Policies: 

ALL students will complete health information form prior to participating in class. Those students who require modification of any specific activity or exercise need to inform the instructor as soon as possible.

Cell phones, food, gum, and soft drinks are not allowed in classrooms/workout areas.

Proper workout shoes and clothing are required. You will need a good quality athletic shoe; sandals and other open toed footwear are not allowed. Shirts are required.

 Attendance: All students are expected to attend classes.  Non-attendance will have an impact on the student’s grade. The specific attendance policy for this particular class is as follows: Each absence will result in the loss of 3 points. Please see me about making up course material.  No more than 3 make up classes will be allowed.

Withdrawal:  It is the student’s responsibility to withdraw from a course.  Instructors are allowed to withdraw students but students must not rely on their instructor to withdraw them if they wish to withdraw. See school calendar for last day to withdraw.

Incomplete: An incomplete (I) will be granted to a student in rare circumstances. Generally, to receive a grade of I, a student must have completed all examinations and assignments to date, be passing, and have personal circumstances that prevent course completion that occur after the deadline to withdraw with a grade of I.

 AustinCommunity Collegepolicies for Academic Freedom, Scholastic Dishonesty, Student Discipline, and Students with Disabilities are as follows:

Scholastic Dishonesty: Acts prohibited by the College for which discipline may be administered include scholastic dishonesty. Prohibited acts include those related to academic integrity. Academic work submitted by students shall be the result of their own thought, research or self expression. For purposes of these regulations, academic work is defined as, but not limited to exams and quizzes, whether taken electronically or on paper: projects either individual or group: papers: classroom presentations: and homework. When students borrow ideas, wording, or organization from another source they shall reference that information in an appropriate manner. (Student Handbook,) Penalties for scholastic dishonesty will depend upon the nature of the violation and may range from lowering a grade on one assignment to an F in the course and/or expulsion from this institution.

Academic Freedom: Each student is strongly encouraged to participate in class. In any classroom situation that includes discussion and critical thinking, there are bound to be many differing viewpoints. These differences enhance the learning experience and create an atmosphere where students and instructors alike will be encouraged to think and learn. On sensitive and volatile topics, students may sometimes disagree not only with each other but also with the instructor. It is expected that faculty and students will respect the views of others when expressed in classroom discussions. Students may achieve their course goals by more than one method. 

Student Discipline:  By applying to and registering at Austin Community College, students agree to abide by the Student Discipline Policy and Student Rights and Responsibilities regulations. ACC's policy on student discipline can be found in the Student Handbook,

OSD (Office of Students with Disabilities) Statement:The Office for Students with Disabilities assists students with documented disabilities to access reasonable accommodations. To request ACC accommodations, students must submit appropriate diagnostic documentation to the OSD supervisor at their primary campus.  Students attending multiple campuses must meet with the supervisor at each campus where accommodations are needed. Students are urged to do this at least three weeks before the start of each term. (Student Handbook,).

 Adding, dropping, or withdrawing from a course may affect financial aid, veterans’ benefits, international student status, or academic standing. See an advisor, counselor or your instructor before making changes.
Adding or dropping a course (schedule changes): Students may add or drop a course before open registration ends or during the session’s official schedule change (add/drops) period. See the course schedule for information on add/drops procedures, deadlines, and tuition refunds.
Withdrawing from a course: Students may withdraw from one or more courses prior to the withdrawal deadline by submitting a request form to Admissions and Records. Withdrawal deadlines are published in the academic calendar. Withdrawal courses appear on the student’s record with a grade of W. Until a student is officially withdrawn, the student remains on the class roll and may receive a grade of F for the course.
Students are responsible for understanding the impact withdrawing from a course may have on their financial aid, veterans’ benefits, international student status, and academic standing. Students are urged to consult with their instructor or an advisor before making schedule changes.
Per state law, students enrolling for the first time in fall 2007 or later at any Texas college or university may not withdraw (receive a W) from more than six courses during their undergraduate college career. Some exemptions for good cause could allow a student to withdraw from a course without having it count toward this limit. Students are encouraged to carefully select courses; contact an advisor or counselor for assistance. 

Text/Materials: Getting Stronger(30th) Bill Pearl, Shelter Publications, ISBN 0936070382.

Handouts will be given in class as needed. The text is NOT required.

Course Rationale:

The purpose of this course is to learn the specific skills and/or the techniques of the activity. By actively participating in an activity class, the student may gain health benefits such as increased improved body composition, increased muscular endurance, and increased muscular strength. Participating in activity classes leads to a healthier lifestyle.

Departmental Objectives:

1.To learn the rules, fundamentals, skills and strategies of learning how to weight train.

2. To learn how to correctly execute required skills and techniques as well as to use the equipment/facilities safely.

3. To understand how Kinesiology relates to a healthy individual lifestyle.

Course Objectives:

1. To learn the rules, fundamental skills, history and safety of weight training.
2. To understand the structure, physiological, and performance effects of weight training.
3. To improve physical fitness through weight training and conditioning.
4. To guide students in planning an individualized weight training program.
5. To learn and perform higher level lifts (Olympic weightlifting) and integrate them into a training program.

Grades: A= 90-100% (90-100 points)

B= 80-89% (80-89 points)

C=70-79% (70-79 points)

D=60-69% (60-69 points)

F=0-59% (0-59 points)

Grades are based upon attendance, participation and tests. If you have any questions concerning grading, please ask your instructor. The specific grading requirements for this course are as follows:

45% attendance (45 points)-showing up to class (see attendance policy below)

45% participation (45 points)-fully participating in class activities to the best of your ability.

                           10% written test (10 points).