Exercise Science (HESNA)

• OneSearch
• SDCCD Books+
• Course Reserves
• EBSCO Articles

Search Tips:

*OneSearch doesn't show you everything! Some databases, like those from EBSCO, may be excluded so you may need to search them separately.

• To find Books, e-books and reference materials --> Use SDCCD Books+, A-Z Databases, or OneSearch
• To find Textbooks for your class--> Use Course Reserves
• To find Articles from journals, magazines, and newspapers --> Use A-Z Databases, EBSCO Articles, or OneSearch
• To find Periodicals by title --> Use Journal Finder or OneSearch
• To find Videos and media --> Use Videos link, A-Z Databases (choose Films on Demand, Films Platform, Swank, or Kanopy), or OneSearch

What should I put in a search box?

Use these terms in SDCCD Books+ or OneSearch Advanced Search to find resources in the SDCC Library. See image of an example search below.

Aerobic and anaerobic conditioning key terms can include: agility training, aerobic dance techniques, cardiovascular conditioning, exercise routines, flexibility, interval and sprint training, nutrition, plyometrics, running, sports cross training, and weight training. 

Fitness Specialist key terms can include exercise physiology, applied kinesiology, weight training techniques, exercise and fitness assessment, fitness and sports nutrition, exercise for special populations, and exercise leadership. 

General health key terms can include total body conditioning, hiking, outdoor cycling, fitness walking, and yoga. 

Health and Wellness Coaching key terms can include physiology and nutrition, as well as emotional, spiritual, social, cognitive, and environmental health.

Sports key terms can include Swimming, Martial Arts, Badminton, Baseball, Basketball, Golf, Pickleball, Racquetball, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Volleyball, Intercollegiate Athletics, Cross-Country, Track & Field, Sand Volleyball

How to do an Advanced Search in SDCCD Books+ with Key Terms: 

1. Select SDCCD Books + (you can also do this in OneSearch)

2. Select Subject from the dropdown menu

3. Type in the key term

4. Click the Search button to get results

Not sure where to begin your research? Here are some guides that can help you:

Access to Library Resources from Off-Campus Locations

How the login system works: 

When you click on a link for a database article, video, or e-book...

• Students: you will be prompted with a Microsoft single sign-on (SSO) login, which is your student email address and your email password. You must be currently taking at least one City College class and have fully paid your tuition and fees in order to log in. If you are having problems with your login, please email citylib@sdccd.edu and include your full name and student ID number.

• Staff: you will be prompted with a Microsoft single sign-on (SSO) login, which is your SDCCD email address and the same password you use to log into your email (your Windows credentials). If you are having problems logging in, email citylib@sdccd.edu and include your full name, department, and employee number.
• Faculty: you will be prompted with a Microsoft single sign-on (SSO) login, which is your SDCCD email address and the same password you use to log into your email (your Windows credentials). If you are not teaching in the current semester/session or you are having problems with your login, please email citylib@sdccd.edu and include your full name, department, and employee number.

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• More troubleshooting details here.