PED 141 Introduction to Exercise Science

Spring 2020
University of Mount Olive, T/R 9:30am – 10:50am
Kornegay Arena 213

Instructor: Jaime Kylis Higginbotham

Email: Jkylis@moc.edu
Phone: 919-658-2502 (Extension: 1137)
Office: Waylin Center
Office Hours: faculty schedule posted on Moodle & Office door
RLS Chair: Dr. Jill Mills (jmills@umo.edu)

Course Description (3 credit hours)

This course is designed to introduce students to the field of exercise science. Upon completion of this course,
the student will have a basic knowledge of exercise physiology, exercise prescription (for the apparently healthy
and special populations), strength and conditioning as well as the administration and interpretation of
standardized physical fitness tests

Required Text
ACSM. 2014. ACSM’s Introduction to Exercise Science (Third edition). Philadelphia: Lippincott Williams &
Wilkins.

Student Learning Outcomes

Student Learning Outcomes Means of Assessment

Upon successful completion of this course, students This outcome will be indicated by successful:
should be able to:
 Have a basic understanding of the history 1. Quizzes/tests
of Exercise Science 2. Homework assignments
 Understand the basics of the different 3. Online discussion forums
bodily systems; Exercise Physiology; and 4. Article Reviews
clinical Exercise Physiology 5. Individualized fitness & nutrition plan
 Demonstrate how Athletic Training, Sports
Nutrition, and Sports Psychology fit into
Exercise Science
 Describe the relationship between Exercise
Science and Motor Behavior & Learning
 Have a basic understanding of beginning
concepts in biomechanics
 Define the use of standard tests, test
equipment, and testing protocol for the
measurement of cardiovascular respiratory
fitness, body composition, posture,
flexibility, muscular strength, power and
endurance.
 Know where the field of Exercise Science
is headed

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Course Requirements
 Participate in class discussions as well as online discussion forums.
 Homework will be assigned and expected to be done. All assignments will be posted on Moodle
with the due date and point value. NO LATE HOMEWORK WILL BE ACCEPTED
 Come to class prepared (book/pencil/paper).
 Monitor your grades through Moodle.
 During the lab portion of class you will be required to participate in physical exercise if required to
do so. Appropriate attire is expected (workout shorts/pants/sneakers/shirt).

Evaluation/Grading Scale
1. Quizzes/tests 500 (5 @ 100 points)
2. Homework assignments 100 (10 @ 10 points)
3. Fitness/Nutrition PLAN 100
5. Article Reviews 100 (2 @ 50 points)

TOTAL 800

Grading Scale:
Percentage Letter GPA

93-100 A 4.0
90-92 A- 3.7
87-89 B+ 3.3
83-86 B 3.0
80-82 B- 2.7
77-79 C+ 2.3
70-76 C 2.0
60-69 D 1.0
59-below F 0.0

Attendance Policy
Attendance at all class meetings is a professional disposition for each student. Therefore, attendance is a
requirement for this course. The candidate may be excused from 2 class meetings without a legitimate excuse
(unexcused). The third and every one thereafter, unexcused absence will deduct 5 points from the student’s final
grade (total points). There are circumstances that cannot be helped. If you are absent or cannot participate you
must provide appropriate documentation (University recognized written excuse) to receive credit. Examples of
legitimate excuses for being absent include predetermined athletic competitions, college events, etc... The
instructor determines final decisions on excuses.

Tardiness Policy
Beyond 3 tardies, is considered extreme tardiness and points will also be deducted from final grade (5 points
from the student’s final grade (total points). If a student shows up 10 minutes after class has officially started
(when lecture begins), that will be an absence. Extreme tardiness can result in a reduction in assignments being
turned in during that class period.

Missed Work
Opportunity to make up missed exams will be provided, yet it must be approved by the professor PRIOR to the
missed exam. Failure to do so will result in a zero for that test. Assignments will not be accepted late unless
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prior approval is given/or a written excuse is given. If you know you will be absent you must turn assignments
in early. Daily attendance will be taken. For information on requesting an incomplete in the course, see the
college catalog, pages 25-31.

E-Mail and Moodle Communication

UMO e-mail is the only acceptable form of e-mail communication for students and instructors. Students may
expect messages from the instructor on this account. Failure to check your UMO e-mail account and Moodle
shell is not an acceptable excuse for missing messages.

Electronic Interruptions
Disruptive activities in the classroom will not be tolerated and may result in dismissal from the class. This
includes cell phone use (including text messaging), pagers and other electronic devices. These must be turned
off during class. You will get 1 warning in class regarding cell phone use. Violation of this rule is grounds for
dismissal from class and you will be granted an unexcused absence (SEE ABOVE CONSEQUENCES FOR
EXCESSIVE ABSENCES). There will also be point deductions for your cell phone being out in your learning
space.

To access the Honor Policy and information about Student Success Center Resources and Moye library,
please refer to Moodle or the following website: https://mymoc.moc.edu/Documents/Catalog.pdf#page=27

Students must abide by the University of Mount Olive academic policies. Links to these policies and
available academic resources are available on Moodle.

UMO Writing Center

I strongly encourage you to make use of the writing assistance provided by the Writing Center. One-on-one
coaching sessions, workshops, and other learning resources are available at no charge for students. Specially-
trained Writing Coaches can help you at any phase of your writing process. To make an appointment, see the
Writing Center which is located in 106 Henderson.

Course Outline
See Moodle for your weekly breakdown; instructor reserves the right to make necessary changes or
adjustments.

ADDITIONAL COURSE RULES

1. Exams, quizzes, labs and assignments are taken and due at the assigned due date and time. I will not accept
late assignments or students who do not show or show late for examinations/quizzes. You are considered
absent from an exam/quiz once the first student turns in his/her exam. Exams/quizzes and assignments cannot
be made up. Exceptions may apply under very special circumstances (e.g., death/illness in family, participation
in University sponsored function) but will be dealt with on a one-on-one basis. You must request before class
to miss an examination/lab. Otherwise, your absence will more than likely be unexcused. If an examination or
assignment is to be made up, it must be made up before the start of the next class period.
2. The instructor will not supply pencils, calculators or paper for class lectures or examination.
3. Bring your own pencil and calculator (not a cell phone) to each class period and to an examination.
4. Bring your books to class.
5. There is no sharing of calculators during class or examinations.
6. There is no wearing of hats during class or examinations.
7. During examinations all books, backpacks, etc must be left in the front of the classroom or on the floor.
8. Unless otherwise noted all written assignments must be typed. If the assignment involves multiple pages it
must be stapled. The instructor will not supply a stapler. Poor presentation of the assignment (e.g., grammar,

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did not type question, sentence structure, typing errors, coffee spills, etc) will result in deduction of 2 points for
the assignment.
9. The final examination will be given during the final examination date and time unless otherwise stated.
10. Grades, test scores, term grades etc will be posted on ‘Moodle’ and will not be given over the phone or
email.
11. It is your (the student) responsibility to continuously check ‘Moodle’ for updates such as assignments and
recent grades.
12. LATE HOMEWORK WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED!
13. If you are having any problems throughout the course, please see me after class to make an appointment to
talk about your problems and or send me an email so we may work on getting it resolved ASAP.
14. It is YOUR responsibility to track Moodle and communicate with me if you see any sort of discrepancy.
15. NO CELL PHONES OR LAPTOPS ALLOWED IN CLASS