BC's Indigenous Public Post-Secondary Institute

CAPS-100 - Physical Education Development for Public Safety I - 3.00 Credits

CAPS-100 - Physical Education Development for Public Safety I - 3.00 Credits

Course Details
This course introduces learners to fitness and lifestyle management requirements specific to the field of public safety. Learners explore nutrition, stress management, and physical aptitude through methods such as weight training, anaerobic, aerobic and cardio-vascular capabilities by employing a variety of methods. Physical aptitude assessments will take place throughout the term.
Part of the:
  • CAREER TRAINING (JUSTICE STUDIES) Department
  • Community and Public Safety Department
  • Available/Required in the following Programs:
  • Community and Public Safety Professional Certificate Program - Certificate Completion Plan
  • Prerequisites : Program Admission
    Course Outline
    Instructors Qualifications: Relevant Master’s Degree
    Office Hours: 1.5 per week
    Contact Hours: 45
    Student Evaluation
    Procedure:

    Assignments 50-70%, Final 30-50%, Total 100%. Grading procedures follow NVIT policy.

    Learning Outcomes:

    Upon successful completion of this course students should be able to:



    • demonstrate a commitment to a healthy lifestyle;

    • demonstrate the effects of being physically fit;

    • describe the benefits of maintaining training to increase cardiovascular fitness in a safe and effective manner (aerobic endurance, stamina);

    • examine muscle strength and mass and improve muscular strength; and

    • explore the dynamic in flexibility.

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