Courses
BIOL-108C P4 Fund of Nutrition (3)
A basic introduction to the classification, digestion, absorption, and ultimate use of nutrients. Includes aspects such as sources, consequences of deficiencies and excesses, energy production, and vitamin and mineral utilization. Discussions of contemporary problems, fad diets, and an individual evaluation of dietary intake are undertaken.
Attributes: P4 YLIB
Restrictions: Including: -Major: Athletic Performance, Nursing, Public HealthBIOL-131 Anatomy & Physiology I (3)
This course begins the study of the structure and function of the human body including basic chemistry and investigations of cells and tissues. The integumentary, skeletal, muscular and nervous systems are considered in depth. Students must also register for the laboratory.
Attributes: YLIB
Pre-requisites: BIOL-131L Y D-
Restrictions: Including: -Major: Athletic Performance, NursingBIOL-131L Anatomy & Physiology I Lab (1)
The laboratory provides experimental study of the microscopic and macroscopic structure and function of the human body including cellular physiology and tissue identification. The anatomy and physiology of the skeleton, the muscular and the nervous systems (including sensory systems) are investigated.
Attributes: YLIB
Pre-requisites: BIOL-131 Y D-
Restrictions: Including: -Major: Athletic Performance, NursingBIOL-132 Anatomy&Physiology II (3)
This course continues the study of the structure and function of the human body including the endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, urinary and reproductive systems. Students must also register for the laboratory.
Attributes: YLIB
Pre-requisites: BIOL-132L Y D- AND BIOL-131 N D-
Restrictions: Including: -Major: Athletic Performance, NursingBIOL-132L Anatomy&Physiology II Lab (1)
This laboratory provides experimental study of the microscopic and macroscopic structure and function of the human body including endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, urinary and reproductive systems. Students consider in depth and present information on physiologically-based diseases.
Attributes: YLIB
Pre-requisites: BIOL-132 Y D-
Restrictions: Including: -Major: Athletic Performance, NursingBIOL-208 Sports Nutrition (3)
This course will explore the links between nutrition, exercise and performance. Through examining topics such as human metabolism and energy needs for athletes, as well as body composition and performance, individuals will explore how nutrition benefits, or adversely affects sports performance. Additional topics to be explored include as eating disorders, fad/focused diets and performance, as well as the role of supplements in nutrition.
Attributes: YLIB
Pre-requisites: BIOL-108C D-BIOL-335 Exercise Physiology (3)
This course examines the acute and chronic effects of aerobic and anaerobic exercise on functions of the human body from the cellular to the whole body level. Structural and functional aspects of the skeletomuscular, cardiovascular, endocrine and respiratory systems as well as nutrition and bioenergetics are emphasized.
Attributes: YLIB
Pre-requisites: BIOL-128C D- OR BIOL-132 D- OR BIOL-314 D- AND BIOL-335L Y D-
Restrictions: Excluding: -Class: Freshman, SophomoreBIOL-335L Exercise Physiology Lab (1)
This course examines the acute and chronic effects of aerobic and anaerobic exercise on functions of the human body from the cellular to the whole body level. Structural and functional aspects of the skeletomuscular, cardiovascular, endocrine and respiratory systems as well as nutrition and bioenergetics are emphasized. Laboratory experiences will include standard aerobic and anaerobic fitness testing, health diagnostic tests, and exercise prescription development.
Attributes: YLIB
Pre-requisites: BIOL-335 D-
ITDY-302 Resistance,Speed & Agility (2)
This course will provide rationale and examples, as well as hands- on opportunities for students to learn and demonstrate a variety of movements and training techniques focused on speed, agility and resistance. Through sports-specific drills, and examination of modification options based on individual needs, students will learn to create a personalized training program for individuals and/or groups.
Attributes: NLIB
Pre-requisites: BIOL-131 D- AND BIOL-131L D- AND BIOL-132 D- AND BIOL-132L D-ITDY-303 Strength & Conditioning (2)
This course will provide a basis in theories, concepts and scientific principles in strength and conditioning, as well as allow for practice and application to performance. In this class students will create a variety of strength and conditioning programs utilizing multiple skills for multiple ages/populations.
Attributes: NLIB
Pre-requisites: ITDY-302 D- AND BIOL-131 D- AND BIOL-131L D- AND BIOL-132 D- AND BIOL-132L D-
Restrictions: Including: -Major: Athletic PerformanceITDY-304 Hlth/Wellness:RiskAppraise (3)
This course will prepare students to conduct pre-participation health screenings and to assess risk in healthy individuals as well as those with various conditions or health concerns. Students will conduct fitness assessments, such as cardiovascular testing, strength assessment, flexibility and body composition analysis. Issues of confidentiality and standards of ethics will be addressed.
Attributes: NLIB
Pre-requisites: ITDY-303 D- AND ITDY-302 D- AND BIOL-131 D- AND BIOL-131L D- AND BIOL-132 D- AND BIOL-132L D-
Restrictions: Including: -Major: Athletic Performance
PHYS-141 General Physics Workshop I (4)
PHYS 141 is the first part of a two-semester course in general physics. The course is an introduction to basic mechanics, waves, heat, forces, energy, properties of matter, and thermodynamics in applications-based contexts. The course is taught in a workshop style with hands-on learning during each meeting.
Attributes: YLIBPHYS-305 Biomechanics (3)
This course will give students an introduction to the basic mechanical principles of human movement and exercise. Topics in kinematics and kinetics will be examined and applied to strength/conditioning, movement enhancement, as well as coaching and injury prevention and rehabilitation.
Attributes: YLIB
Pre-requisites: PHYS-141 C- AND BIOL-131 C- AND BIOL-132 C-
PSYC-100C P3 Intro to Psychology (3)
This course provides the student with an integrated approach to psychology. Students are introduced to both the empirical and theoretical views of behavior within a discipline noted for its breadth and diversity of interests.
Attributes: P3 YLIBPSYC-135 Helping in Emergency Sit (1)
This course is designed to provide students with an introduction to emergency skills. It provides some of thepsychological knowledge about helping. It also provides several certifications that are necessary to know
Attributes: NLIB
how to act during emergency situations. As part of the class, you’ll have the opportunity to gain certifications
in AED/CPR (American Heart Association), Outdoor First Care emergency first aid (National Ski Patrol),
Stop the Bleed (American College of Surgeons), Narcan administration (Monroe County Department of
Health, and the Incident Command System (FEMA ICS-100) used in mass casualty incidents (1 credit,
hybrid). Note: There are additional fees for equipment and third-party certifications.PSYC-212 Psychology of Sport (3)
An overview of the field of exercise psychology as it applies to sport. Both individual psychological behavior and team psychological behavior are examined. Topics include the psychology of competition, motivation, leadership, and aggression.
Attributes: SPHR YLIB
Cross-listed with SPST 212.
Pre-requisites: PSYC-100C D-PSYC-240 Motivation and Performance (3)
This course will explore the biological, emotional, social and cognitive factors that influence motivation and performance with a specific focus on sport. Some topics include an exploration of various theories of motivation, intrinsic and extrinsic motivations on individual and team levels, goal setting, and strategies for increasing motivation in order to improve performance.
Attributes: YLIB
Pre-requisites: PSYC-100C C-PSYC-450 Exp Cap in Ath Perf (3)
Under faculty direction, students will complete an experiential capstone project. This may be field work, internship, or involve shadowing depending on the student’s interests and community needs. All projects will involve application of theory and practice in a sports setting and will involve construction of training programs, as well as application of basic concepts of business such as duration of sessions and training plan, creation of contracts, and submission of report on work completed. Projects should address issues of ethics and inclusion based on a history of sport, community and industry. Credit will not be given until the student’s report has been completed. (Fisher Outcomes: ER, DEI, Integrative/Applied Learning, Inquiry/Analysis, CDField)
Attributes: NLIB
Pre-requisites: ITDY-302 D- AND ITDY-303 D-
Restrictions: Including: -Major: Athletic Performance