Description of Course Content:

Students will acquire the necessary knowledge and skills needed to
competently and confidently assume a management role in the area of
Aquatics. The course will introduce students to all aspects of
managing a variety of aquatic settings and the unique
responsibilities that are involved. Students will also become
acquainted with the latest trends in aquatic programs, facilities,
and equipment.  Included in the course will be materials and testing
to become certified in American Red Cross Lifeguard Management.



Required Book List:
Griffith, T (2002) The Complete Swimming Pool Reference, Second
Edition, American Red Cross-Lifeguard Management, subscription to
Aquatics International Magazine (free of charge).
Supplemental readings, to provide further background for topics,
will be available on electronic reserve referenced ԤRamos, R317Ԭ.
Access via IUCAT. Password for the account will be announced in
class.


Summary of Assignments:

„«	Attendance		40 days @ 2 points		
	  80 points	
„«	Section Quizzes/
	In-Class Assignments	8 @ 10 points each		
	  80 points
„«	Section Exams		3 @ 50 points each		
	150 points
„«	Mid Term Paper						  30
points
„«	Facility Management/Design Project		       	
	  60 points
„«	Final Exam - Cumulative		      			  75
points	
TOTAL								475
Points