Courses

AT 101 (2 credits)
Introduction to Athletic Training
This course is intended to introduce students to the profession of athletic training and sports medicine; including history, function, career opportunities and professional standards of the national (NATA) and state (PATS) organizations, as well as the educational objectives of the Athletic Training major. Facilities where athletic training is practiced, types of clients treated, equipment used, and the various relationships with other healthcare professionals are discussed. One-hour lecture, two hours of lab. Prerequisite for all other AT courses.

AT 113 (3 credits)
Emergency Response
Provides the knowledge, skills, and confidences to help a person who is a victim of injury or sudden illness. Students learn how to assess a person’s condition and how to recognize and care for life-threatening emergencies. Students will also receive OSHA training in the handling of blood borne pathogens. Cross listed with PED 104.

AT 206 (4 credits)
Therapeutic Exercise
Study of the basic types of exercises applied in the treatment of disease and injury. Emphasis is on the teaching aspect of working with the physically active client. Introduction to the physiological effects of exercise and the basic principle of joint range of motion, manual muscle testing and functional activities. Use of mechanical exercise equipment is also taught, stressing safety during exercise, signs of overdosage and use of proper body mechanics. Correct and incorrect exercise procedures as well as indications and contraindications for different exercise are reviewed. Student will acquire skills in performing goniometric measurements. Three hours lecture and two hours lab. Prerequisites: BIO 107.

AT 209 (4 credits)
Therapeutic Modalities and Treatment Techniques
Introduction to patient care activities include draping and positioning, body mechanics, patient transport, bed mobility, transfers, gait training, tilt table, aseptic techniques, vital signs, therapeutic massage, intermittent venous compression. Introduction to theory, application of treatment of the following physical modalities: cold pack, moist heat paraffin, infrared, ultra violet, fluidotherapy, intermittent traction, ultrasound, hydrotherapy, and diathermy. Indications contraindications, and precautions will be emphasized. Three hours lecture and two hours lab. Prerequisites: BIO 107 and 108.

AT 222 (4 credits)
Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries
Introduction to the concepts of injury prevention, recognition and management, as they relate to athletics. Integrates three hours lecture and two hours lab weekly. Prerequisite: permission of instructor.

AT 250 (4 credits)
Recognition and Evaluation of Athletic Injuries I
This course is for students majoring in athletic training. It is designed to provide detailed cognitive, psychomotor and affective domain learning experiences. Students taking this course will be able to conduct thorough clinical injury/illness evaluation and determine the nature, type and severity of injuries for the basis of providing First Aid/Emergency Care, referring for medical diagnosis/treatment and follow up treatment. Major focus is on the upper extremities. This course requires three hours lecture and two hours lab. Prerequisite: BIO 107 and 108.

AT 251 (4 credits)
Recognition and Evaluation of Athletic Injuries II
This course is for students majoring in athletic training. It is designed to provide detailed cognitive, psychomotor and affective domain learning experiences. Students taking this course will be able to conduct thorough clinical injury/illness evaluations and determine the nature, type and severity of injuries for the basis of providing First Aid/Emergency Care, referring for medical diagnosis/ treatment and follow up treatment. Major focus is on the lower extremities. This course requires three hours lecture and two hours lab. Prerequisite: BIO 107 and 108.

AT 301 (3 credits)
Advanced Athletic Training Procedures
Advanced rehabilitation science procedures. Movement science focuses on a study of normal motor control and on movement abilities. This course will discuss current applied neurosciences concepts to allow students to practice the application of motor learning principles to rehabilitation. The electrotherapy unit includes an in-depth discussion of electro-physiology, the instrumentation and application of various types of transcutaneous electrical stimulation. Integrates two hours lecture and two hours lab weekly. Prerequisite: BIO 107, 108, 211.

AT 304 (3 credits)
Pathological Conditions
Introduction to homeostasis and disease entities most commonly encountered in athletic training. Introduction to the study of disease and the concepts of inflammation and pain will be covered. Etiology, pathophysiology, signs and symptoms, prognosis and management of common cardiac and orthopedic conditions are also discussed. Emphasis is placed on the role that Allied Health personnel play in the treatment of the various conditions studied. Prerequisites: BIO 107, 108; AT 251. Cross-listed with OT 302; students may take only one of these courses for credit.

AT 310 (3 credits)
Athletic Training Clinical I
Course includes both seminar and practical application. Students will spend a minimum of 200 hours working with an ACI (approved clinical instructor) at the College’s facilities or an affiliated site. Major focus will be on lower extremities. Prerequisite: AT 206, 209, 251 or permission of program director.

AT 311 (3 credits)
Athletic Training Clinical II
Course includes both seminar and practical application. Students will spend a minimum of 200 hours working with an ACI (approved clinical instructor) at the College’s facilities or at an affiliated site. Major focus will be on upper extremities. Prerequisite: PED 310.

AT 340 (3 credits)
Organization and Administration of Athletic Training
Organization and administration of athletic training programs as identified by the National Athletic Trainers' Association, in the Competencies in Athletic Training document. Topics include licensing, continuing education requirements, record keeping, purchasing and maintenance of equipment and facilities, and policies and procedures for the operation of athletic training program. Pratical experiences are interwoven throughout the course.

AT 410 (3 credits)
Athletic Training Clinical III
Course includes both seminar and practical application. Students will spend a minimum of 200 hours working with an ACI (approved clinical instructor) at the College’s facilities or an affiliated site. Major focus will be on contact sports and general medical conditions and disabilities. Prerequisite: AT 310 and 311, or permission of program director.

AT 411 (3 credits)
Athletic Training Clinical IV
Course includes both seminar and practical application. Students will spend a minimum of 200 hours working with an ACI (approved clinical instructor) at the College’s facilities or an affiliated site. Major focus will be on professional development and responsibilities of an entry-level athletic trainer. Prerequisite: AT 310 and 311, or permission of program director.

AT 433 (3 credits)
Exercise Physiology
Study of the application of physiological principles of human performance to sports/exercise including theories and principles for improving performance. Examination of current literature and research. Focus on examples for athletic training and coaching application. Prerequisites: BIO 107, 108.

AT 444 (3 credits)
Senior Seminar in Athletic Training
This course will explore quantitative and qualitative research methodologies used in athletic training and evaluate published research in the field. The capstone activity involves a research project initiated by the student earlier in the curriculum and culminating in a committee presentation. This course is also designed to further prepare the student for the NATABOC exam. Prerequisites: senior status within the athletic training program.

Updated: September 15, 2006

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