Norcross High School

Weight Training

Course Syllabus

Course Title: Weight Training Term: 2014-2015

Teacher: Jesse McMillan room#: Field House

Email Address

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Teacher Support

(Help sessions etc.) / Please email or call Coach McMillan for support in Weight Training.

Course Description

Weight Training has been designed to enhance the physical well-being of students with a beginning to advanced level of

training. The program promotes a training principle based upon Undulating Periodization. All Students will be expected to

learn and perform all lifts in a safe and efficient manner. All students will be involved with high level of Olympic lifts

as well as auxiliary lifts and will be evaluated on their proficiency of these lifts. Students may also be called upon to

perform peer evaluations within the weight room environment. The students will be expected to improve on max tests each

six weeks of the semester.

Course Curriculum Content

The entire list of Academic, Knowledge and Skills for each of the following curriculum strands in this course can be accessed through the district web address at www.gwinnett.k12.ga.us

AKS Strands
A – Weight Training for Fitness
demonstrate correct training methods used in weight training (PEWT_A2009-1)
identify weight loads, number of sets, and repetitions in various weight training programs (PEWT_A2009-2)
identify the types of exercises to be performed in order to enhance the development of various muscle groups (PEWT_A2009-3)
develop and plan a series of exercises in order to maximize the benefits of a weight training program (CE) (PEWT_A2009-4)
explain the importance of performing large muscle group exercises prior to small or isolated muscle group movements (PEWT_A2009-5)
describe why the altering method of push-pull or upper body-lower body exercise method is performed in order to maximize training benefits (PEWT_A2009-6)
describe the importance of determining the amount of rest needed between sets and training workout routines in order to maximize training (PEWT_A2009-7)
describe the causes and effects of over-training (PEWT_A2009-8)
identify the major muscle groups of the body (PEWT_A2009-9)
achieve and maintain a health-enhancing level of physical fitness (GPS) (PEWT_A2010-1)
B - Weight Training Equipment and Aids
identify how to properly use the two major types of weight training equipment, machines, and free weights (PEWT_B2009-10)
C - Program Organization and Technique
demonstrate proper technique in executing various lifts (PEWT_C2009-11)
describe the importance of the “warm-up” and “cool-down” phase of the training program in order to prepare the body for stress and recovery (PEWT_C2009-12)
demonstrate the proper spotting techniques for various lifts (PEWT_C2009-13)
describe the importance of charting and record-keeping in a weight training program (PEWT_C2009-14)
D - Nutrition, Rest, and Ergogenic Aids
identify the harmful effects of anabolic steroids and dietary supplements on the body and how they affect the weight training
program (PEWT_D2009-15)

Instructional Materials and Supplies

Published Materials / Instructional Supplies
PERSONAL FITNESS FOR YOU
2ND ED. STOKES AND SCHULTZ / DRESS DOWN CLOTHES, PENCIL AND PAPER, ATHLETIC SHOES, PERSONAL COMBINATION LOCK

Evaluation and Grading

Assignments / Grade Weights / Grading Scale
SKILLS ASSESSMENTS, WRITING ASSESSMENTS, FITNESS TESTS (based on improvements only), INFORMAL OBSERVATIONS OF SKILLS AND PERFORMANCE, FORMAL UNIT/AKS ASSESSMENTS / Class Assessments 35%
Summative Assessment 45%
Final Exam 20% / A: 90 and above
B: 80 – 89
C: 74 – 79
D: 70 – 73
F: 69 or below

Other Information

Expectations for Academic Success / Additional Requirements/Resources
CLASS EXPECTATIONS :
1.  DRESS REQUIREMENTS FOR CLASS :
a.  APPROPRIATE CLOTHING REQUIRED***
i.  FULL LENGTH, SOLID OR NHS, GRAY, NAVY, or WHITE TSHIRTS
ii.  NAVY BLUE/GRAY SHORTS AND/OR GRAY OR NAVY SWEAT PANTS/ TRACK PANTS
iii. SOCKS AND GYM SHOES
b.  APPROPRIATE BEHAVIOR IS REQUIRED AT ALL TIMES
i.  In the gym area, safety first
ii.  At all times, be respectful of self and others
*NOTE:
REASONS FOR DRESS : SAFETY, FREEDOM OF MOVEMENT, ABILITY TO MASTER THE AKS, HYGIENE
ABSENCES :
2.  ONLY a doctor’s note excuses a student from having to dress out for class. Make-up work for these days is required. IT IS THE STUDENT’S RESPONSIBILITY TO TALK WITH HIS/HER TEACHER ABOUT ARRANGING A TIME TO OBTAIN/COMPLETE MAKE-UP WORK.
3.  MAKE UP WORK IS DUE 5 DAYS FROM THE DATE OF THE ABSENCE.
4.  EXTENDED MEDICAL EXCUSES: Any student with an extended medical excuse from a doctor (more than 10days) will be evaluated. The teachers will determine the appropriate means for making up physical activity during the illness or injury, and the recovery process..
5.  Students must respect school equipment and follow school rules and policies. / ACTIVITES :
Students will be lifting weights 4 days per week and run/stretch one day per week. Please prepare for the class by eating a healthy breakfast, drinking plenty of water, and wearing appropriate clothing to class.
a.  Fitnessgram Testing – state required fitness test. Parents and students will receive a report at the end of the semester
b.  Running – One day per week students will work on aerobic capacity or agilities and flexibility
c.  Weightroom – Perform Olympic lifts and auxiliary lifts.
d.  Mastery of the AKS for Physical Education