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EXSC 320

Basic Athletic Training

Exercise Sciences College of Life Sciences

Course Description

Recognition, evaluation, and care of athletic injuries. Techniques in taping, preventing, and rehabilitating injuries.

When Taught

Fall, Winter, Spring

Grade Rule

Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)

Min

3

Fixed

3

Fixed

3

Fixed

0

Other Prerequisites

PDBio 220; some majors require concurrent enrollment in ExSc 321. Check MAP requirements for major.

Note

Concurrent registration in EXSC 321 may be required. Please check the MAP for your major.

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Responsibilities, Roles, and Tasks

Learning Outcome

Review general responsibilities, roles, and tasks of athletic trainers, physical therapists, and otherallied health professionals involved in sports medicine.

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Musculoskeletal Injuries

Learning Outcome

Learn assessment, first aid, and treatments for common musculoskeletal injuries.

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Injury Prevention

Learning Outcome

Examine methods of injury prevention including conditioning principles, environmental hazards,and protective equipment.

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Application

Learning Outcome

Apply knowledge to practical situations.

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Resources

Learning Outcome

Learn and utilize resources available to sports medicine professionals.