101 Yoga (2)
Adapted yoga postures and breathing; foundations for meditation. 1 Lecture, 2 Lab.
102 Basic Water Safety Skills (1)
Basic water skills; Level III Stroke Readiness; American Red Cross swimming outline. 2 meetings.
105 Water Safety Instructor-Lifeguarding Instructor (1)
American Red Cross training for water safety instructor and lifeguarding instructor certificates. PREQ: Red Cross Level VII Advanced Swimming Skills. 3 meetings.
107 Synchronized Swimming (1)
Creative patterns and movement with music. PREQ: 103 or equivalent. 2 meetings.
108 Canoeing (1)
PREQ: 103 or equivalent. One 2-hour meeting.
109 Karate (1)
Basics of balance, movement, and flexibility as well as self-defense. 2 meetings.
113 Hiking (1)
Safety and skills for organizing hiking and backpacking trips for small groups; clothing and equipment; map and compass; choosing hiking areas; weekend trips as arranged. 2 meetings.
114 Jogging (1)
Principles and physiological benefits of running and aerobic exercise. 2 meetings.
115 Weight Training (1)
Execution of various lifts; isotonic exercises; related health and safety factors. 2 meetings.
118 Aerobic Dance (1)
A physical fitness program utilizing simple dance routines and exercises. 2 meetings.
122 Beginning Tennis (1)
2 meetings.
123 Beginning Golf (1)
2 meetings.
124 Handball (1)
One-wall and four-wall handball. 2 meetings.
125 Racquetball (1)
One-wall and four-wall racquetball. 2 meetings.
126 Bowling (1)
2 meetings.
130 Lifeguard Training (2)
American Red Cross outline for lifeguarding certificate. 3 meetings.
132 Basketball (1)
2 meetings.
133 Volleyball (1)
2 meetings.
134 Softball (1)
2 meetings.
135 Soccer (1)
2 meetings.
202 Casting (1)
Bait, spin, and fly casting; fundamentals and care of equipment. 2 meetings.
204 Snow Skiing (1)
Meetings as announced.
205 Modern Dance and Choreography (1)
Dance as an art form and a physical activity; elements of composition for expressive, creative, rhythmic movement. 2 meetings.
206 Social, Line, and Folk Dance (1)
Skills, control, and poise required in social, line, and folk dances. 2 meetings.
207 Fencing (1)
2 meetings.
228 Adapted Physical Education (1, R3)
Remedial and therapeutic activities. PREQ: Permission of instructor and recommendation of a physician. 2 meetings.
231 Aquarobics (1)
Pool-based nonswimming aerobic activity for all ages and fitness levels. 2 meetings.
213 (SM 213) Introduction to Athletic Training (3)
Prevention of injuries, bandaging, and the treatment of basic injuries in varsity athletics.
250 Elementary School Physical Education Curriculum (2)
Physical education in relation to the total curriculum.
255 Fitness, Wellness and Conditioning Theory and Practice (2)
This course is designed as practical application of fitness, wellness and conditioning concepts. The student will be actively engaged in planning program design for others.
256 Pedagogical Aspects of Physical Education (2)
Foundational pedagogy course designed to develop knowledge of effective instruction in physical education. COREQ: 353.
264 Skill Acquisition (1)
The course emphasizes skill acquisition in tumbling, gymnastics and swimming. 2 meetings.
265 Sports Officiating I, II (2)
Rules, techniques, and mechanics in sports officiating; football, softball, baseball in 265; basketball, volleyball, soccer in 266.
311 Measurement and Evaluation (3)
Assessment in K-12 health and physical education, including tests of fitness, skill and motor performance, measuring the cognitive and affective domains, and grading procedures.
312 Foundations of Health and Physical Education (3)
The basic physiological, psychological, and sociological principles and historical foundations.
325 Physical Education Curriculum and Methods (3)
Class management, teaching methods, and program content for grades K-12. PREQ: Must be admitted to the professional education sequence.COREQ: 488.
335 Anatomy and Physiology (3)
The study of the structure and function of the human body.
345 Physical Education for Children (3)
Developmental approach to physical education for the elementary school program. PREQ: 256; COREQ: 346 or permission of instructor.
346 Rhythmic Fundamentals (2)
A competency based course of methods and materials in rhythmical movement. COREQ: 345 or permission of instructor. 1 Lecture, 1 Lab.
353 Methods and Teaching Analysis of Team Sports (3)
Methods, materials, and skills used in teaching sports: basketball, soccer, softball, speedball, and volleyball. COREQ: 256. 2 Lecture, 2 Lab.
354 Methods and Teaching Analysis of Dual and Individual Sports (3)
Methods, materials, and skills used in teaching sports: badminton, golf, racquetball, tennis, and track and field. PREQ: 353. 2 Lecture, 2 Lab.
360 Skills in Promoting Healthful Living (1)
A competency-based course of methods and materials in health, firstaid/safety, and physical education for the elementary school program. 2 Lecture, l Lab.
361 Physical Education for the Elementary Teacher (1)
A competency-based course of methods and materials in physical education for the elementary school program. 3 per week for 5 weeks.
380 Independent Study (1-3)
A topic in health, physical education, or recreation agreed upon by student and instructor. PREQ: ENGL 102; permission of department head.
383 Instructional Apprenticeship (1, R3)
Apprenticeship to develop teaching and leadership skills before student teaching. PREQ: Physical education major; permission of instructor. 3 hours per credit hour.
389 Cooperative Education in PE and Sports (1 or 3, R15)
See Cooperative Education Program.
405 Adventure Education (1)
Adventure education and wilderness leadership. Use of games, initiative problem- solving activities, trust building activities and challenge or peak experiences in educational settings. PREQ: Permission of instructor. 1 Lecture, 2 Lab.
410 Coaching Baseball and Football (3)
History, methods, materials, skills, and strategies of coaching baseball and football. PREQ: Junior-level standing; 2 Lecture, 2 Lab.
411 Coaching Basketball, Track, and Field (3)
Methods, materials, skills, and strategies for women's and men's basketball and track and field. PREQ: Junior-level standing; 2 Lecture, 2 Lab.
423 Kinesiology (3)
Structure and function of the human muscular system as related to sports and activities. PREQ: 335 or BIOL 291 and 292.
424 Physical Education for the Exceptional Child (3)
Overview of current concepts and trends in adapted physical education. Topics include: legal rights, disabilities, assessment, planning, and physical activities for exceptional children. PREQ: 256 or permission of instructor. 2 Lecture, 1 Lab.
425 Exercise Physiology (3)
The study of the acute and chronic effects of exercise on the human body. PREQ: 335 or ATTR 210.
435 Motor Behavior (3)
Analysis of the various theories related to motor learning, including equipment, evaluation techniques, and application in an educational environment. PREQ: 335.
488 Physical Education Internship I (2)
A part-time internship in high school physical education. COREQ: 325.
489 Physical Education Internship II (9)
A full-time internship in elementary or middle school physical education. COREQ: 496.
490 Supervised Student Teaching in Physical Education (9)
A full-time teaching experience in physical education. COREQ: 496.
493 Special Topics (3, R6)
Trends and issues in physical education, sport management, and recreation.
496 Seminar in Physical Education (3)
Linking theory to practice during the physical education yearlong seminar. COREQ: 489.
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