FIT2226 Psychology (Fitness and Health Promotion)
Course Description
Psychology is an important field of study for the fitness leader or wellness coach. Students learn the basic concepts
in the field of psychology. A variety of schools of thought in psychology are presented. Historical research methods
and popular theories are discussed. Topics include classical and operant conditioning, motivation, behaviour
change, learning and development.
in the field of psychology. A variety of schools of thought in psychology are presented. Historical research methods
and popular theories are discussed. Topics include classical and operant conditioning, motivation, behaviour
change, learning and development.
NOTE: Mid-Term & Final Exam are worth 50% of the final mark.
When is this course happening?
| Semester: | Winter 2019 |
| Campus: | Ottawa |
| Start Date: | Week of January 6th |
| End Date: | Week of April 18th |
| Link Code: | TBD |
| Number of Weeks: | 14 |
| Hours per Week: | 3 |
| Campus visits per week: | 1 |
| Online instructional time: | 1 hour |
| Delivery Type: | Integrated |
| Schedule: |
Various College sections – will selected best suited to student’s stated availability |
| Associated Area of Interest: | Sport and Recreation |
| Associated College Program: |
Who should take this course?
Students prepared to complete learning by:
| X | submitting multiple written assignments |
|---|---|
| using research and essay writing strategies | |
| delivering presentations | |
| X | participating in group-based activities |
| completing hands-on learning | |
| learning in a fast-paced environment | |
| X | completing online work |
| performing highly-specialized tasks | |
| using industry software tools |