Introduction to Sport and Exercise Science

Lecture 1

What is Intro?

Intro to Sport and Exercise Science is:• An examination of the different opportunities in the field• An examination of the key topics in the field today

What is all available to us?• Teaching• Coaching– Strength and

Conditioning– Sport Specific

• Corporate Fitness• Personal Training

• Athletic Training• Physical Therapy• Occupational Therapy• Medical School• Research• Sports

Media/Management

What are the Controversial Topics?• Should performance

enhancing agents be allowed?

• Should personal trainers be required to complete a four year degree?

• Who can/should be able to give nutritional/fitness advice?

• Should college athletes be paid?

• Should children be specializing in sports at such a young age?

• Title IX; do we still need it?

Syllabus

Contact Information• Instructor: Adam Jajtner, CSCS• Office: ED 172• Phone: NA• Email: adam.jajtner@knights.ucf.edu• Class Webpage: www.jajtner.pbworks.com

Class Information• Class: PET 3005-002• Meeting Day/Time: Mondays; 1:30-4:20 PM• Class Location: ED 174A

Course ObjectivesBy the end of the course students will be able to:•Understand challenges and changes that have taken place in history and present day in Physical Education, Exercise Science and Sport.•Identify and understand sub disciplines of Physical Education, Exercise Science and Sport.•Understand current and future issues regarding sport and exercise science.•Develop and defend objective opinions regarding key issues in Sport and Exercise Science.•Effectively communicate their ideas verbally in a clear, concise manner.

Textbook• There are no required textbooks for this class.• The class will use the following text, however,

there will be no assigned readings.

Wuest, D. A., Fisette, J. L. (2012) Foundations of Physical Education, Exercise Science, and Sport (17th Ed.) Boston, MA: McGraw Hill.

Course PoliciesLate Work Policy: Homework assignments and other late submissions will be assessed a half letter grade deduction for each day that they are late. Extra Credit Policy: There are three possibilities for extra credit throughout the semester; however, students will be able to attain a MAXIMUM of 10 points throughout the semester. The options are as follows: •Participate in a study conducted in the Human Performance Lab (10 pts).•Recruit an individual to participate in a study conducted at the Human Performance Lab (5 pts).•Read and complete a one page written review of an empirical article relevant to the students’ particular interest (Possible 10 pts). Grades of "Incomplete": The current university policy concerning incomplete grades will be followed in this course. Incomplete grades are given only in situations where unexpected emergencies prevent a student from completing the course and the remaining work can be completed the next semester. Your instructor is the final authority on whether you qualify for an incomplete. Incomplete work must be finished by the end of the subsequent semester or the “I” will automatically be recorded as an “F” on your transcript.

Course Policies: Technology and MediaEmail: Feel free to e-mail me at anytime with questions regarding the course at adam.jajtner@knights.ucf.edu. Class Webpage: The class webpage is Jajtner.pbworks.com. Any changes to class schedule and/or assignment due dates will be posted on the webpage. Online Grades: Grades will be posted online at myUCF grades, and will be updated weekly.

Course Policies: Student Expectations

• Students will be expected to arrive on time for each class.

• Participate in all class activities.• Show common courtesy and respect for the

instructor as well as fellow classmates.

Grading

Grade Breakdown Grading ScaleAttendance 60 pts 93 – 100 A 73 – 76 C Quizzes 60 pts 90 – 92 A- 70 – 72 C-Assignments 80 pts 87 – 89 B+ 67 – 69 D+Class Project 100 pts 83 – 86 B 63 – 66 DMid-Term 100 pts 80 – 82 B- 60 – 62 D-Final Exam 100 pts 77 – 79 C+ 59 – Below FTotal 500 pts **Proper rules of rounding apply**

•Graded tests and materials in this course will be returned individually only by request. It is against UCF policy to e-mail you your grades directly. This is done in an attempt to protect confidentiality.

Grade EvaluationAttendance: (60 pts.) Students will be expected to attend class every day. Each class period will be worth 4 points. Quizzes: (60 pts.) There will be a 5 pt quiz every week we have class. The quiz will be projected at the front of the room starting at 10:30 until 10:35. If you arrive after this point, you will not be permitted to take the quiz.

Grade EvaluationAssignments: (80 pts.) There will be three assignments throughout the semester:

Occupation descriptions (30 pts. Each):Each student will complete two descriptions of their choosing.Occupation descriptions will consist of two components. The first component is a written review of the specific occupation; 1-2 pages (10 points). The second component is a spreadsheet highlighting specific aspects of the occupation. The spreadsheet will consist of at least seven key concerns relating to the occupation (can include, but is not limited to certifications accepted/required, salary/wage, etc.). Additionally, it will include three employers in the field, and what they accept/require, pay, etc.

One paper (20 pts.)This paper will be on the students’ personal philosophy in regards to Physical Education, Exercise Science and Sport. We will go over this in more detail during class.

Grade EvaluationClass Project: (100 pts.) The class project will consist of a 10-15 minute persuasive presentation on one side of a controversial topic. Students will select the topic they are interested in, and will be randomly assigned to the stance they will take (for or against). Each group will have 4-5 members. Topics that will be discussed are as follows:•Should performance enhancing agents be allowed in sport?•Should a four year degree and state approved licensing exam be required for personal trainers?•Should individuals be required to be a RD (registered dietician) to give any kind of nutritional advice?•Should children specialize in sports prior to age 14 or high school?•Should college athletes be paid?

Questions?

Personal Introductions• Name• Where you’re from• Year in school• What you are planning on doing with your

degree• One interesting thing about yourself