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420 Biomechanics
This course covers the study of biomechanics with respect to the effects of forces, structure, and motion, on and within the human body, and how they are related to the development of various musculoskeletal injuries. Biomechanical assessment and correction for prevention and rehabilitation of musculoskeletal injury will also be developed. Emphasis on both qualitative and quantitative analyses of human movement. Pre-requisite: HLS 300 and PHY 121, or instructor approval. (3 credits)
430 Assessment & Rehabilitation of Injuries
This course covers the advanced theory and application of techniques in injury evaluation, therapeutic modalities and rehabilitative exercises currently used in the fields of athletic training and physical therapy. Emphasis will be on learning common injuries/pathologies seen in sport and/or exercise, including prevention strategies, etiologies, diagnoses, management approaches, and possible complications. Pre-requisite: BIO 310, or instructor approval. (3 credits)
499 HLS Capstone: Paper/Project and Presentation
The Liberal Studies major at Providence Christian College culminates in two capstone courses. These courses are designed to allow students to demonstrate their mastery of institution-wide learning outcomes as well as their achievement of competency in their chosen area of concentration through a presentation of a paper or project. Particular components of this course including goals, objectives and methods of assessment appropriate for the particular concentration will be set by the faculty member. (3 credits)
Health and Physical Education (HPE)
A maximum of eight HPE credits will be allowed to count towards graduation. HPE credits for transfer students will be prorated based on their status at transfer. While no course credit is given for intercollegiate athletics, athletes can waive their two HPE credit requirements through participation in two semesters of intercollegiate athletics. HPE courses may be repeated once for credit.
Personal Health Fitness
101 Walking/Jogging
This course introduces lifetime physical fitness principles through low-impact walking and an introduction to jogging. Student experience includes both indoor and outdoor walking routines with the inclusion of boxing and kickboxing elements. (1 credit)
102 Racquetball
This course introduces lifetime physical fitness principles through the sport of racquetball. Students will learn the fundamental skills and rules of racquetball in a fitness-based setting. Course fee: TBD (1 credit)
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