PCC/ CCOG / PE

Course Content and Outcome Guide for PE 183M

Date:
29-SEP-2006
Posted by:
Curriculum Office
Course Number:
PE 183M
Course Title:
Advanced Volkswalking
Credit Hours:
1
Lecture hours:
0
Lecture/Lab hours:
0
Lab hours:
30
Special Fee:
$12

Course Description

Allows student to independently continue progress from intermediate age-related walking/fitness levels through individual walking program and active participation in advanced Volkswalking activities. Due to nature of course, requires weekly walking log reports via current email account. Recommend: Intermediate Volkswalking or above average fitness level.

Addendum to Course Description

Student provides appropriate sport clothing for activity. Sport shoes designed for walking are required.

Intended Outcomes for the course

  1. Improve physical conditioning
  2. Improve cardiovascular conditioning
  3. Develop skills/techniques for age-related lifelong walking/fitness plan
  4. Recognize/develop skills for holistic health
  5. Maintain walking/fitness log
  6. Develop/apply principles, terminology and techniques for overall conditioning
  7. Develop method for walk pacing/timing
  8. Develop additional appreciation of Volkswalking through continued participation in event opportunities

Outcome Assessment Strategies

  1. Pre/post walking/fitness testing
  2. Individual fitness participation
  3. Personal walking/fitness log
  4. Volkswalking event participation records

Course Content (Themes, Concepts, Issues and Skills)

SUBJECT MATTER: CONCEPTS, THEMES, ISSUES (TOPICAL AREAS)

  1. Warm-ups, cool-downs
  2. Target heart rate zone training
  3. Perceived rate of exertion technique
  4. Pace/speed setting for walking
  5. Components of fitness/walking
  6. Appreciation and benefits of lifelong Volkswalking activities
  7. Safety concepts

COMPETENCIES/SKILLS:

  1. Practice warm-ups, cool-downs
  2. Apply components of fitness to advanced levels
  3. Apply present physical condition to appropriate walking levels
  4. Alter routine for special weather and physical conditions
  5. Select appropriate level Volkswalking events
  6. Maintain walking/fitness log