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2025 Spring > UGRD > EHS > EHS 230

Strength and Conditioning

Course #: EHS 230

Description:
This course addresses the scientific and theoretical basis of strength training and conditioning. Basic terms and concepts will be discussed and an overview of the major research that has been conducted in this area will be explored. The fundamental concepts and variables that influence the design of strength and conditioning programs will be discussed, with an emphasis on functional training. The bioenergetics of exercise and training will be explored. Anaerobic training adaptions will be compared and contrasted with aerobic training adaptions. The course is designed to serve as basic preparations for the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) certification.
Pre Requisites:
Pre-req = EHS Students Only

Section Class Number Schedule/Time Instructor Location
01 8015 MWF
8:00 - 9:15 am
TBD McCormack M01-0213
Session: Regular
Class Dates: 01/27/2025 - 05/14/2025
Capacity: 25
Enrolled: 0
Status: Open
Credits: 3/3
Class Notes:
Pre Requisites: Pre-req = EHS Students Only
Course Attributes: Non-degree exclude from list
02 8222 MWF
10:00 - 10:50 am
TBD Wheatley W01-0041
Session: Regular
Class Dates: 01/27/2025 - 05/14/2025
Capacity: 25
Enrolled: 0
Status: Open
Credits: 3/3
Class Notes:
Pre Requisites: Pre-req = EHS Students Only
Course Attributes: Non-degree exclude from list
03 8575 MW
2:00 - 3:45 pm
TBD Wheatley W01-0045
Session: Regular
Class Dates: 01/27/2025 - 05/14/2025
Capacity: 25
Enrolled: 0
Status: Open
Credits: 3/3
Class Notes:
Pre Requisites: Pre-req = EHS Students Only
Course Attributes: Non-degree exclude from list