2012 - 2013 catalog - Delta College

Lifelong Wellness Theory
LWT 165 Community First Aid 1 Sem Hr
Introduction to basic first aid skills. Necessary as the primary link in
the Emergency Medical Services system. Adult CPR certification may
be received. (15-0)
LWT 170 Basic Life Support for the Health
Care Provider
1 Sem Hr
Develops cardiopulminary resuscitation (CPR) and automated external
defibrillator (AED) knowledge and skills to the level of a health care
provider. (15-0)
LWT 175 Advanced First Aid and Emergency
Care
3 Sem Hrs
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. CJ 101, LW 280, and OAT 153
must be taken concurrently for Basic Police Training Academy. Provides
knowledge and practical skills necessary to assist victims of injury or
sudden illness. Covers CPR, wounds, choking, poisoning, substance
abuse, burns, exposure to heat and cold, emergency childbirth, fractures,
stroke, convulsive disorders, diabetes, auto and pool extrication.
Successful completion of course entitles student to American Red Cross
CPR and Advanced First Aid Certifications. Grade of “C” (2.0) or better
in this course in order to complete Basic Police Training Academy. (45-15)
LWT 176 Lifeguarding 1 Sem Hr
Prerequisite: Skill and knowledge of the five basic strokes. Provides
knowledge and skills of the American Red Cross units and progressions.
Results in certification upon successful completion of all the lifesaving
and water safety requirements. Credit may be earned in LW 176 or LWT
176 but not in both. (0-30)
LWT 181 Adapted Aquatics Aide 1 Sem Hr
Introduces swimming techniques, water exercises, simulation of
disabilities, supervised practice teaching, and basic water safety involved
with physical and mental impairments. Credit may be earned in LW 181
or LWT 181 but not in both. (0-30)
LWT 185 Water Safety Instructor 1 Sem Hr
Prerequisite: Current American Red Cross Emergency Water Safety or
Lifeguard card and swimmer level skills. Provides theory and techniques
in aquatics, practice teaching, water safety, survival swimming, swimming
program development and pool and waterfront administration.
Certification as a Water Safety Instructor may result upon satisfactory
completion of the course. Credit may be earned in LW 185 or LWT 185
but not in both. (0-30)
LWT 186 Women’s Self Defense 1 Sem Hr
Provides female students with information, tactics, and considerations
that may be useful in avoiding and defending themselves against
attacks. (15-0)
LWT 210 Nutrition: The Science of Optimal
Living
3 Sem Hrs
Presents nutrition science as a key element for optimal living. Plans
diet, principles, food nutrients, metabolism, diet analysis, and the health
effects of nutrition will all be evaluated and applied. (45-0)
LWT 211W Sports Nutrition 3 Sem Hrs
Prerequisite: LWT 210. Examines the metabolic and physiologic basis
for macronutrient and micronutrient recommendations during general
exercise, pre-season training, competition/performance, and recovery.
Includes nutritional assessments of exercises varying in intensity and
duration, training and recovery periods, and various sports demands.
(45-0)
LWT 212 Introduction to Meditation 1 Sem Hr
Provides an overview of the history and purpose of meditation. Introduces
students to the practice of various meditation techniques. Emphasizes
the role of meditation for concentration, relaxation, stress relief, and
personal and spiritual growth. (15-0)
LWT 213W Vitamins Minerals and Health 3 Sem Hrs
Prerequisite: LWT 210 Studies the various rating systems for the daily
intake of vitamins; functions and uses of specific vitamins, minerals
and other key supplements; signs of deficiency for specific nutrients;
and recommends amounts of specific nutrients for average people and
individuals with specific needs. (45-0)
LWT 230 Theory of Strength and Conditioning 3 Sem Hrs
Prerequisite: BIO 101, BIO 140 or BIO 152 with a “C” (2.0) minimum
grade. Explores a variety of strength training principles and theories
through the study of multiple exercise modes including free and machine
weights, plyometrics, speed and agility, and cardiovascular training.
Discusses specific anatomy and physiology, as well as exercise guidelines,
in preparation for program development. (45-0)
LWT 231W Introduction to Athletic Training 3 Sem Hrs
Introduces students to the roles, responsibilities, and qualifications of
a Certified Athletic Trainer (A.T.C.). Provides an overview of the basic
knowledge and skills possessed by an A.T.C. including their role in the
sports medicine team, nutrition, injury prevention, assessment, and
treatment, as well as learning to identify emergency situations and
provide direction for their management. (45-0)
LWT 240 Health Fitness Instructor/Personal
Trainer
4 Sem Hrs
Prerequisites: BIO 101 or BIO 152 and LWT 251 or BIO 251 with a “C”
(2.0) minimum grade. Introduces the skills and knowledge needed to
become a certified personal trainer. Covers how to screen and evaluate
prospective clients, design safe and effective exercise programs, identify
physiological and psychological response to exercise, promote lifestyle
behavior modification, quantify the energy cost of work (physical
activity), and communicate effectively. Includes self-employment issues
as well as legal issues. (60-0)
LWT 241 Personal Trainer 4 Sem Hrs
Prerequisite: BIO 101, BIO 111, or BIO 130. Introduces the skills and
knowledge needed to become a certified personal trainer. Covers how
to screen and evaluate prospective clients, design safe and effective
exercise programs, and instruct clients in correct exercise technique to
avoid and prevent injury. Includes self-employment issues as well as
legal issues. (60-0)
LWT 242 Group Fitness Instructor 4 Sem Hrs
Prerequisites: BIO 101 or BIO 152, LW 220 and concurrent enrollment
in one of the following: LW 151, LW 153, LW 155, or LW 157. Introduces
the skills and knowledge needed to become a certified Group Fitness
Instructor. Includes how to screen and evaluate prospective clients,
design safe and effective exercise programs, instruct clients in correct
exercise techniques to avoid injury, and respond to the typical questions
and problems that arise in a group exercise setting. (60-0)
LWT 251 Exercise Physiology 4 Sem Hrs
Prerequisites: BIO 101 or BIO 152, and LW 220. Emphasizes the
physiological responses of the human body to acute and chronic bouts
of exercise. Presents the study of health/fitness appraisal, exercise
prescription, quantifying the energy cost of work (physical activity),
identifying physiological and psychological responses to exercise, and
the administration of exercise programs to diverse populations. Credit
may be earned in LWT 251 or BIO 251 but not both. (60-0)
LWT 252 Environmental Physiology - The
Limits of Human Performance
3 Sem Hrs
Prerequisites: BIO 101 or BIO 153 or BIO 241. Emphasizes the physiological
responses of the human body to acute and chronic bouts of varying
environmental conditions. Presents the study of physiological responses
to hot and cold environments, altitude, underwater and microgravity
environments, and the effect of air quality on human performance. (30-15)
388 Delta College 2012-2013