Be encouraged to appreciate the effects that various environmental factors have on the physiological responses to exercise. Be broadened to the over-all understanding the effects of physical conditioning has on energy production, neuromuscular efficiency, and cardiorespiratory function. Develop an appreciation for current research and the medical aspects of the field of Athletic Training. Develop a philosophy which pertains to the ethical and moral issues of using ergogenic aids to enhance performance. Slide presentation and overhead transparencies supplement the class materials.
Evaluation is based on three written tests throughout the semester on assigned readings.
In addition, students will be required to critique recent research in the field of athletic training. Each test will consist of short essay questions worth 100 points. The five article reviews are worth a 20 points each. That is to develop and overall knowledge base of current research supporting exercise physiology and how it pertains to the field of Athletic Training. The critique must be typed and double-spaced.