MILITARY CONDITIONING 1122 SPRING SEMESTER 2005
COURSE SYLLABUS
TIME: M/W/F 0600-0720
THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT EL PASO, EL PASO, TEXAS
1. INTRODUCTION: Physical fitness is a reflection of the ability to do work with vigor and pleasure, without undue fatigue, with energy left over for enjoying hobbies and recreational activities. As a citizen or a future leader it is your personal responsibility to achieve and maintain a level of physical fitness consistent with your ability. In the military, physical fitness is not just something we do; it is a way of life. This physical training plan is designed to develop your individual potential and aid you in achieving physical and mental health.
2. COUSRE OBJECTIVES:
a. Test each person's ability to deal with and adapt to a physically stressful event.
b. Adequately prepare cadets to pass the Army's Physical Fitness Test (APFT) and the physical rigors of Field Training Exercises and LDAC.
c. Screen basic course cadets for future potential as Army Officers.
d. Assist every Student or cadet in achieving the APFT goals.
Freshman/Introduction GOAL = 210
Sophomore / Secondary GOAL = 225
Junior GOAL = 250 (LDAC participants 270)
Senior GOAL = 270
e. Enhance everyone’s fitness level and lifestyle. Provide nutrition counseling for those who request it or are in need.
3. The following information is provided for your guidance reference Military Conditioning 1122.
a. This course will concentrate on the components of physical fitness: cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility, body composition and principles of exercise.
b. The program will include stretching exercises each period. Each period will include both strength building and cardiovascular endurance exercises or activities. Supervision, direction and accountability of physical training will by MSG Gerardo Dominguez. Please direct any questions, comments accordingly.
c. The course is designed to meet the academic requirements of the University as well as to prepare you for leadership roles in The Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC) Leadership Development Assessment Course (LDAC), The United States Army, or corporate America. You will become familiar with the Army's Physical Fitness Program (APFT) and have the opportunity to improve your leadership Style and confidence.
d. FINAL GRADE: Your final grade is determined by:
1). ATTENDANCE Attendance is mandatory. The course is designed for you to attend all periods of instruction to gradually improve your physical condition, endurance and performance on the APFT. For each unexcused absence over three absences, your final grade will be reduced by one full letter grade. Class attendance will comprise 25% of your final grade. Make-Up classes are allowed on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Students will sign-in on the class roster each class period. Failure to do so will result in an unexcused absence. Excused absences will be considered only when students have provided a written statement of absence (i.e. doctor's excuse, etc.).
2). PARTICIPATION / ATTITUDE Merely "showing up" for class is not enough. You must put some earnest effort into the workouts. This is the only way you will improve your physical condition. This will constitute 25% of your grade.
3). THE ARMY PHYSICAL FITNESS TEST (APFT) This test will measure your improvement over the course of the semester. Everyone will be graded by the Army scale. The Army test is the standard three-event test: push-ups, sit-ups, and two mile run. Each participant in Military Conditioning 1122 is expected to achieve at least the minimum passing score on the APFT, which is 60 points per event. So as not to unfairly disadvantage cadets/non-cadets, different APFT evaluation criteria will be utilized for those two groups.
a. Non-cadets: An initial diagnostic APFT test will be administered on 24 January, and monthly thereafter. This will establish a baseline for gauging and grading your subsequent improvement on the final APFT. There will be three diagnostic tests given during the semester. The best two out of three improvements on the diagnostic test will be graded, which will account for 10% each towards your final grade. Your final PT test will be administered 22 April 2004 (prior to final exams). Your score on the Final APFT will account for 30% of your final grade. This entails achieving a score of at least 60 points per event in order to receive the full 10% portion of your final grade. Note; students who miss any of the diagnostic or final APFT tests with an unexcused absence will receive a score of "0" for that test. Those with excused absences will have ten calendar days to make-up the test. After ten days, the student will receive a "0" for the test. It is the student's responsibility to schedule a make-up test: the cadre will not "track down" students to constantly remind them to make-up the test.
b. Cadets: Cadet APFT evaluation will include PT scores, as listed in DA Form 705 (APFT Score Card)
4). Grades will be awarded according to the following scales:
a. A 90-100 B 80-89 C 70- 79 D 60-69 F < 60
Attendance 25% Participation/Attitude 25% Top Diagnostic Score 10% 2nd Best Diagnostic Score 10% Record APFT Score 30%
5). Everyone also will go through a height and weight screening IAW Army Regulation 600-9. For those cadets who do not meet the standards they will be taped for body fat percentage. For non-cadets who would like to know their body fat percentage they will be afforded the opportunity to be taped. Cadets who do not meet the standard will be referred to the nutritionist here on campus to assist in losing the desired body fat. Non-cadets will be given the choice to attend an appointment with the nutritionist. It is highly recommended for non-cadets to take the appointment since it will help with the whole concept of total fitness. Body fat percentage is determined using the girth tape method, which consists of:
a. For the males, three measurements of the neck and abdomen. For the females, three measurements of the hips, forearm, neck and wrist. A copy will be provided to those who request the height/weight, body fat standards and how the measurements are done.
b. At the weigh-in and for taping the uniform/clothing attire will be T-shirt, shorts and socks. No spandex will be worn during the weigh-in/taping.
c. If a female requires taping, she may request another female to be present in the room while undergoing the taping procedure. If no request is made then the taping will continue with at least two cadre members present at all times regardless if it is a male or female being taped.
4. REFERENCES:
a. Army Physical Fitness Training Guide, dated 2003, the Army Field Manual 21-20 Physical
Fitness Training dated 30 Sep 92, Army Regulation 600-9 The Army Weight Control Program dated 10 June 87, and Army Regulation 40-501 Standards of Medical Fitness dated 12 April 04.
b. Course handouts as required.
5. UNIFORM:
a. Non-cadet: Uniform should be comfortable in good taste and provide warmth for early morning outdoor exercise and running. On very cold mornings, knit caps and gloves are recommended. Nylon type running shoes with multi-layered flexible soles, adequate arch and heel support are recommended and will be the most comfortable for running. Gym shoes are mandatory for inside workouts. Black soles or cleated shoes are not allowed on the floor of the gym.
b. Cadet: Uniform will be the Army Physical Fitness uniform. Army sweats, knit cap, and gloves will be used during cold weather training. See the cadet chain of command for uniform policy.
6. TIME / LOCATION: Class starts at 0600 Monday, Wednesday and Friday. It is at the instructor's discretion whether the exercises will be inside or outside. Formation will be outside on Baltimore Field unless otherwise noted.
7. INSTRUCTOR: MSG Dominguez @ 747-6699. Office hours are 0900-1630, Monday, Wednesday and Friday at the Military Science building. If this is not convenient, please call and make an appointment.
8. PARKING: Students will park only in authorized student parking lots.
9. MEDICAL RELEASE: All students will sign a medical release form stating that to the best of their knowledge, they are physically able to participate in the course and will hold no liability toward the Military Science Department or the university.
a. If you do hurt yourself, let the instructor know immediately. We have an enormous amount of athletic experience in our group and someone can advise you on what to do. If needed we can use athletic trainers in the Physical Education Department for help.
b. Stay with the program and you will get better and see improvement. It may be a struggle at first, but we will be there with you to encourage you. You can do this and we will show you how.
14. AMERICAN DISABILITIES ACT STATEMENT:
a. If you have, or think you may have a disability that interferes with your performance as a student in this class, you are encouraged for academic reasons to discuss this on a confidential basis with your instructor, or the Disabled Student Programs Coordinator at 747-5148.
b. If you have a condition, which may affect your ability to exit from the premises in case of emergency, you are urged, for safety reasons, to notify any of the above named individuals.
JOHNEE O. CARR
LTC, IN
Professor of Military Science