XS285:
An opportunity to gain knowledge and experience (within the fields of Athletic Training or Exercise Science) in professional settings. Experiences are integrated with educational objectives to broaden student learning.
Meeting Times, Location, & Course Delivery Details
In person class.
***If WC should move to an online format, we will meet synchronously at the scheduled class time via Zoom.
Contact Information
Textbook:
Name: Documents/handouts provided by professor in class or on Blk Bd
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- Gain a general understanding of the field of Exercise Science
- Observe (medical) professionals in the clinical setting
- Understand the relationship between professionals in the large field of Exercise Science in the “World of Sport Science”
Tentative Schedule
Week | Topic |
WK 1 8-18 | Introduction and expectations, Exercise Science? How does the student interest fit into the field of Ex Sc? Discuss sign up for clinical hours/Documentation/Updates/P&P/Site P&P Assign #1 |
WK 2 8-25 | In class assignments-lecture
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WK 3 9-1 Labor Day- No Class | ***Site secured, begin hours.
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WK 4 9-8 | Clinical hours, In class assignments- lecture/ discussion
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WK 5 9-15 | Clinical hours, In class assignments-lecture/discussion
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WK 6 9-22 | Clinical hours, In class assignments – lecture/discussion
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WK 7 9-29 | Clinical hours, In class assignments-lecture
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WK 8 10-6 | Clinical hours, in class discussion
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WK 9 10-13 Fall Break, No class | Clinical Hours/ in class assignments, lecture/discussion
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WK 10 10-20 | Clinical Hours / in class assignments-lecture/discussion
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WK 11 10-27 | Clinical Hours/ in class assignments/discussion
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WK12 11-3 | Clinical Hours/ in class assignments/discussion
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WK 13 11-10 | Clinical Hours/ in class assignments/ lecture/discussion
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WK 14 11-17 |
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WK 15 11-24 |
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Week 16, 12-1 ______ Finals Week 12/5-9
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Final Exam: Dec 5, 3:15-5:15pm Present a unique case from clinical experience |
Subject to change during the semester. Adequate notice of changes will be given.
Course Requirements:
- Students must complete three (3) clinical hours a week under the supervision of a preceptor. These hours can be attained through the Wilmington College Athletic Training Department-athletic teams/AT Clinic/Sports Performance Clinics/PT Clinics/Dr Offices/Chiropractor/etc. You will be assigned a site related to your career interests. A minimum of 30 hours TOTAL must be completed during the semester; 3 hr/week required.
2. Students must complete in/out class (journal and variety of others) assignments.
3. Students must abide by all pre professional policies and procedures as described in the provided, in class, documents/discussions (ex: dress code, professional practice). In addition, students shall abide by all site-specific policies (will vary by site).
The grading scale will be as follows:
Evaluation Procedure:
- 300 points for completing 30 supervised observation hours (10 pts per hour, approx. 3 hours/week, approx. 10 weeks)
- 700 points for successful completion of in class assignments (14 assign, 50 pts each). This includes the FINAL PRESENTATION: Unique Case from Clinical Experience, PPT, 5-7 min
- 140 points for class attendance
1140 total points possible
*points may be deducted for clinical disciplinary reasons-including dress code/professionalism issues
Grading Scale: This class will be graded Pass/No Pass. 70% is needed to pass.
Outside-of-Class Work Expectation:
A minimum of 2 hours of out of class student work is expected for each 1 hour of in class time.
** varies for this specific field experience class**
Instructor Course Policies
Attendance:
Students are expected to attend all classes. Class time will involve discussing observation experiences and completing in class assignments (related to lecture and site experiences). More than two (2) absences will result in No Pass.
“See the current Student Handbook for the College’s Attendance Policy especially as it pertains to excused absences.”
Academic Misconduct:
Scholastic misconduct is cause for a failing grade (for assignment and/or the class) and a letter about the incident will be placed in the student’s permanent file in the Office of Academic Affairs. The student may be asked to appear before the Academic Standards and Appeals Committee as well.
Scholastic dishonesty includes, but is not limited to, cheating on assignments or examinations, plagiarizing, misrepresenting as your own work any part of work done by another, or interfering with another student’s work.
“See the current Student Handbook for the College’s Academic Integrity policies as they pertain to examinations, plagiarism, classroom behavior, and the process for handling academic misconduct charges.”
** AI use will NOT be permitted in this class**
Cell Phone/Texting: ABSOLUTELY NO cell phone use (including texting) in class. Your complete attention is needed at all times.
Institutional and Program-Level Policies
All exams will follow the Final Exam Schedule. Students scheduled to take three or more final examinations on one day may request to arrange their examination schedule, so no more than two exams occur on one day.
Requests for early or late exams are considered only under extreme circumstances. Prior to the exam period, the student must file a written request on the Early/Late Exam Form available in the Student One Stop Center, Academic Records, and on the WC portal. The form must be signed by the Instructor and the Academic Dean, approving the alternate exam time. This process must be completed prior to the scheduled exam period.
Undergraduate: SP25 Final Exam Schedule Graduate:
Out-of-class Work Expectation A minimum of 2 hours of out-of-class student work is expected for each hour of in-class time for traditional face-to-face courses. For online and hybrid courses, the combination of face-to-face time and out-of-class work should be equal to 3 hours per credit hour per week. |
Instructional Course Delivery |
Academic Integrity Policy The use of generative AI is prohibited except where expressly allowed in assignment instructions. |
Class Attendance Policy |
Accessibility and Disability Services
Accessibility and Disability Services
Wilmington College provides accommodations and services for student with a variety of disabilities, including chronic illnesses, psychological, physical, medical, learning, and sensory disability amongst others. If you anticipate or experience barriers based on disability and feel you may need a reasonable accommodation to fulfill the essential functions of this course, you are encouraged to contact:
Spencer Izor, Associate Vice President of Compliance - Title IX/ADA Coordinator at spencer.izor@wilmington.edu or 937-481-2365 or Nathan Flack, Academic Resource Manager at 937-481-2208 to learn more about the process and procedures for requesting accommodations, or by visiting College Hall Room 306a or the Robinson Communication Center, Room 103.
Religious Accommodations
Wilmington College strives for an inclusive climate and welcomes students from all backgrounds, faiths, and experiences. If religious observance impedes your ability to participate fully in classroom activities or a principal holiday from your religious tradition occurs during the semester and conflicts with class meetings or activities, please make the professor aware of this immediately to determine if a reasonable accommodation is possible.