Physical Education Classes

139, 239, 339, 439 Special Topics Credit arr.

180 Wellness and Fitness abroad 3 hours.

190 First Aid 1 hour
Instruction, preparation, and practice in first aid techniques, principles, and procedures necessary in providing emergency care. The test for First Aid and CPR certification from either the American Red Cross or the American Heart Association will be administered to students enrolled in this course. Students successfully meeting the minimum standards set by the appropriate agency will be certified. (F,S)

221 Special Skills Classes for Physical Education Majors 2 hours
This course will provide students with special instruction, preparation, and participation in various physical activities (F).
223 Principles of Strength Training and Conditioning 2 hours
The course wil be taught in accordance with the principles recommended by the National Strength and Conditioning Association. Course content will include: facility organization and managment; equipment purchase and maintenance; program design and organization; theory of strength training and conditioning; and experiential learning in weight training and conditioning. (F)
224 Principles of Fitness Assessment and Exercise Prescription 2 hours
Theories of fitness training, review of clinical and diagnostic cardiovascular information, and program design and evaluation will be discussed. Areas of emphasis will be population characteristics, participant screening and referral process, and fitness planning and prescription. (S)

231 Psychological Skills Training 2 hours
This course is designed to teach skills and techniques that can be used to enhance performance and personal growth in sport and exercise. Managing competitive stress, emotion management, improving confidence, controlling concentration, performance preparation, and increasing communication skills will be emphasized. Offered alternate years. (J)

243 Sport and Society 3 hours
Students will examine how sport has influenced their lives and their perspectives and take a broader look at how sport has been influential in American society (e.g. family, gender, race, education, media, and politics). Offered alternate years. (J)
244 Psychology of Coaching 2 hours
Intended to familiarize prospective coaches with the area of sport psychology. Students will be introduced to team dynamics including techniques and strategies which can help enhance athletes' and coaches' performances. The coaches' role and influence of the psychological well-being of athletes will be emphasized. Offered alternate (even) years. (S)

247 Foundations of Physical Education 2 hours
An introductory examination of the exercise and fitness profession including goals, objectives, trends, and employment opportunities. Basic historical and sociological principles will be discussed. (F)
248 Foundations of Sport Psychology 3 hours
This course examines psychological theories and research related to sport and exercise behavior. The course is designed to introduce students to the field of sport and exercise psychology by providing a broad overview of the major topics in the discipline. Offered alternate (odd) years. (S)
250 Coaching of Sports 2 hours
Theory and technique of coaching baseball, basketball, football, golf, soccer, softball, swimming, tennis, track and field, volleyball, wrestling. Taught in 2 credit hour units. A maximum of 4 such credit hours may be counted toward the 128 required for graduation. Some sports are offered alternate years. For sophomores, juniors and seniors. (F,J,S)
251 First Aid: Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries 2 hours
Instruction and practice in techniques of first aid relating primarily to settings in physical education and athletics. Practice in the evaluation of initial care of athletic injuries and procedures which can be used to prevent further injury to athletes or physical education students. Prerequisite or corequisite: 361, or consent of instructor. For sophomores, juniors and seniors. (F)

260 Adaptive Physical Education 4 hours
A study of the nature of neuromuscular and skeletal-muscular limitations of an atypical student and the methods of adapting physical and recreational activities to fit the student's needs and abilities. For sophomores, juniors and seniors. (F,S)
261 Applied Human Anatomy 2 hours
A study of the essential features of anatomy with special reference to the principles of structure in the human body. Applications of human anatomy to health, athletic injury, movement and principles of sports skills will be made. For sophomores, juniors, and seniors. (F)
342 Growth and Development: Motor Learning 4 hours
An examination of the growth and development patterns of the child from prenatal stages through adolescence, with special emphasis on nervous and motor development and behavior. Principles of motor learning will be incorporated as they relate to methods of teaching movement to various age groups. For first-year students and sophomores. (S)
364 Measurement and Evaluation 2 hours
Designed to introduce students to basic measurement and evaluation principles. Topics include research design and data collection, statistical concepts, test selectionand administration, evaluation, and grading principles. (S)
365 Kinesiology 2 hours
Designed to introduce students to the study of human movement. It will include the identification of planes of motion and the movements possible at the various joints. It will focus on the primary muscles that accomplish each movement and those which serve to assist and stabilize. It will also include the analysis of basic movement patterns such as walking, running, jumping, throwing, and striking. The class will meet twice a week. Prerequisite or corequisite: 361. For sophomores, juniors, or seniors. (F)
366 Physiology of Exercise 4 hours
Designed to provide scientific background and laboratory experience essential for understanding the nervous, muscular, cardiovascular, and respiratory system responses and adaptation to physical stress. Prerequisite: biology 121, or consent of instructor. For sophomores, juniors and seniors. (S)

370 Personal Trainer Practicum 2 hours

380 Internship Credit arr.
Supervised on- or off-campus work situations in public or private organizations.

395 Independent Study (1-4 credits)

446 Methods of PE in Secondary Schools 4 hours An examination of techniques used in teaching selected team, individual, and dual sports, and social dance in the secondary schools. Lesson planning, evaluation procedures, class and behavior management, teaching techniques, and skills testing will be incorporated into this lecture-laboratory course. Prerequisite: 221 and two of the following PE 110 skills courses: team sports, individual sports, racquet sports. (S)

456 Administration and Curriculum in Physical Education 2 hours
Administrative and curricular issues in secondary physical education will be explored. Organization, scheduling, facility, personnel, fiscal management, and legal issues in physical education, intramurals, and athletic programs will be examined. Students will also explore theories and be afforded practical work in curriculum construction based on growth and development characteristics. (S)

463 Teaching Movement Skills in the Elementary School 4 hours
A study of curricular and methodology experiences in elementary physical education, including lecture and laboratory experiences. Students may opt to receive certification as a master teacher with the American Master Teacher Program (AMTP). (F)

485 Seminar Credit arr.
490 Senior Project 1-4 hours
493 Senior Honors Project 3 hours
A year-long independent research project. Applications are completed on the "Honors Program" form available at the registrar's office, requiring the signatures of a faculty supervisor, the department head, the honors program director, and the registrar. Interdisciplinary projects require the signatures of two faculty supervisors. The project must be completed by the due date for senior projects. The completed project is evaluated by a review committee consisting of the faculty supervisor, another faculty member from the major department, and a faculty member from outside the major department. All projects must be presented publicly. Only projects awarded an "A- or A" qualify for "department honors" designation. The honors project fulfills the all-college senior project requirement.

Athletic Training Classes

265 Clinical I: Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries 2 hours This course will provide instruction, practice, and testing of selected athletic training clinical proficiencies. The primary focus will be on injury prevention and acute care skills. Students are required to complete 75 filed experience hours supervised by Approved Clinical Instructor. Corequisite: physical education 251, sophomore standing. (F)

268 Clinical II: Head, Neck, Thorax, Abdomen, and Upper Extremity Assessment 2 hours An in-depth study of the assessment of common injuries in athletics. Injuries to the head, cervical spine, thorax, and upper extremity will be covered. Students are also required to complete 120 field experience hours supervised by Approved Clinical Instructor. Prerequisite: 265, sophomore standing. (S)

365 Clinical III: Spine, Lower Extremity, and Posture Assessment 2 hours An in-depth study of the assessment of common injuries in athletics. Injuries to the abdomen, lumbar spine, and lower extremities will be covered. Students are also required to complete 120 field experience hours supervised by Approved Clinical Instructor. Prerequisite: 268, junior standing. (F)

367 Clinical IV: General Medical and Pharmacology 2 hours Designed to expose athletic training students to didactic and clinical education related to general medical conditions and pharmacology. Each student completes a series of observation experiences with local physicians, registered nurse practitioners, and physical therapists. There is one daily lecture in addition to the observation schedule. Students are required to complete 35 graded field experience hours supervised by Approved Clinical Instructor. Prerequisite: 365, junior standing. (J)

368 Clinical V: Therapeutic Modalities and Exercise 2 hours This course will provide instruction, practice, and testing of selected athletic training clinical proficiencies. The primary focus will be on the use of modalities and therapeutic exercise for recovery from injuries. Students are also required to complete 150 field experience hours supervised by Approved Clinical Instructor. Corequisite: 370 and 372. Prerequisite: junior standing. (S)

370 Therapeutic Modalities in Athletic Training 2 hours Designed to introduce students to the concepts and principles of therapeutic modalities and their application in athletic training. Treatment effects, safety considerations, indications and contraindications for each modality will be presented. Class meets first seven weeks. Prerequisite: junior standing. Corequisite: 368. (S)

372 Therapeutic Exercise in Athletic Training 2 hours This course is designed to introduce students to rehabilitation techniques in athletic training and to basic principles of design, implementation, and supervision of rehabilitation protocols. The course is divided into two sections: the first focuses on design, goals, and techniques of therapeutic exercise; the second addresses rehabilitation protocols for specific regions of the body. Class meets second seven weeks. Prerequisite: junior standing. Corequisite: 368. (S)

375 Directed Readings Credit arr. Students who develop an interest in a specialized area of the discipline for which course offerings are limited may follow a prescribed reading list under the direction of a member of the faculty with expertise in that area.

380 Internship 2-8 hours Supervised on- or off-campus work situations in public or private organizations.

395 Independent Study 104 hours

465 Clinical VI: Health Care Administration 2 hours This course will provide instruction, practice, and testing of selected athletic training clinical proficiencies. The primary focus will be in the area of health care administration. Students are also required to complete 150 field experience hours supervised by Approved Clinical Instructor. Prerequisite: 368, senior standing. (F)

468 Clinical VII: Advanced Health Care 1 hour This course will provide instruction, practice, and testing of advanced assessment/acute care skills. Students will secure certification in CPR for the Professional Rescuer and in use of the Automated External Defibrillator. Students are also required to complete 150 field experience hours supervised by Approved Clinical Instructor. Prerequisite: 465, seniour standing. (S)

490 Senior Project 1-4 hours

493 Senior Honors Project 3 hours A year-long independent research project. Applications are completed on the "Honors Program" form available at the registrar's office, requiring the signatures of a faculty supervisor, the department head, the honors program director, and the registrar. Interdisciplinary projects require the signatures of two faculty supervisors. The project must be completed by the due date for senior projects. The completed project is evaluated by a review committee consisting of the faculty supervisor, another faculty member from the major department, and a faculty member from outside the major department. All projects must be presented publicly. Only projects awarded an "A- or A" qualify for "department honors" designation. The honors project fulfills the all-college senior project requirement.


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Physical Education Classes 139, 239, 339, 439 Special Topics Credit arr. 180 Wellness and Fitness abroad 3 hours. 190 First Aid 1 hour Instruction, preparation, and practice in first aid techniques, principles, and procedures necessary in providing emergency care. The test for First Aid and CPR certification from either the American Red Cross or the American Heart Association will be administered to students enrolled in this course. Students successfully meeting the minimum standards set by the appropriate agency will be certified. (F,S) 221 Special Skills Classes for Physical Education Majors 2 hours This course will provide students with special instruction, preparation, and participation in various physical activities (F). 223 Principles of Strength Training and Conditioning 2 hours The course wil be taught in accordance with the principles recommended by the National Strength and Conditioning Association. Course content will include: facility organization and managment; equipment purchase and maintenance; program design and organization; theory of strength training and conditioning; and experiential learning in weight training and conditioning. (F) 224 Principles of Fitness Assessment and Exercise Prescription 2 hours Theories of fitness training, review of clinical and diagnostic cardiovascular information, and program design and evaluation will be discussed. Areas of emphasis will be population characteristics, participant screening and referral process, and fitness planning and prescription. (S) 231 Psychological Skills Training 2 hours This course is designed to teach skills and techniques that can be used to enhance performance and personal growth in sport and exercise. Managing competitive stress, emotion management, improving confidence, controlling concentration, performance preparation, and increasing communication skills will be emphasized. Offered alternate years. (J) 243 Sport and Society 3 hours Students will examine how sport has influenced their lives and their perspectives and take a broader look at how sport has been influential in American society (e.g. family, gender, race, education, media, and politics). Offered alternate years. (J) 244 Psychology of Coaching 2 hours Intended to familiarize prospective coaches with the area of sport psychology. Students will be introduced to team dynamics including techniques and strategies which can help enhance athletes' and coaches' performances. The coaches' role and influence of the psychological well-being of athletes will be emphasized. Offered alternate (even) years. (S) 247 Foundations of Physical Education 2 hours An introductory examination of the exercise and fitness profession including goals, objectives, trends, and employment opportunities. Basic historical and sociological principles will be discussed. (F) 248 Foundations of Sport Psychology 3 hours This course examines psychological theories and research related to sport and exercise behavior. The course is designed to introduce students to the field of sport and exercise psychology by providing a broad overview of the major topics in the discipline. Offered alternate (odd) years. (S) 250 Coaching of Sports 2 hours Theory and technique of coaching baseball, basketball, football, golf, soccer, softball, swimming, tennis, track and field, volleyball, wrestling. Taught in 2 credit hour units. A maximum of 4 such credit hours may be counted toward the 128 required for graduation. Some sports are offered alternate years. For sophomores, juniors and seniors. (F,J,S) 251 First Aid: Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries 2 hours Instruction and practice in techniques of first aid relating primarily to settings in physical education and athletics. Practice in the evaluation of initial care of athletic injuries and procedures which can be used to prevent further injury to athletes or physical education students. Prerequisite or corequisite: 361, or consent of instructor. For sophomores, juniors and seniors. (F) 260 Adaptive Physical Education 4 hours A study of the nature of neuromuscular and skeletal-muscular limitations of an atypical student and the methods of adapting physical and recreational activities to fit the student's needs and abilities. For sophomores, juniors and seniors. (F,S) 261 Applied Human Anatomy 2 hours A study of the essential features of anatomy with special reference to the principles of structure in the human body. Applications of human anatomy to health, athletic injury, movement and principles of sports skills will be made. For sophomores, juniors, and seniors. (F) 342 Growth and Development: Motor Learning 4 hours An examination of the growth and development patterns of the child from prenatal stages through adolescence, with special emphasis on nervous and motor development and behavior. Principles of motor learning will be incorporated as they relate to methods of teaching movement to various age groups. For first-year students and sophomores. (S) 364 Measurement and Evaluation 2 hours Designed to introduce students to basic measurement and evaluation principles. Topics include research design and data collection, statistical concepts, test selectionand administration, evaluation, and grading principles. (S) 365 Kinesiology 2 hours Designed to introduce students to the study of human movement. It will include the identification of planes of motion and the movements possible at the various joints. It will focus on the primary muscles that accomplish each movement and those which serve to assist and stabilize. It will also include the analysis of basic movement patterns such as walking, running, jumping, throwing, and striking. The class will meet twice a week. Prerequisite or corequisite: 361. For sophomores, juniors, or seniors. (F) 366 Physiology of Exercise 4 hours Designed to provide scientific background and laboratory experience essential for understanding the nervous, muscular, cardiovascular, and respiratory system responses and adaptation to physical stress. Prerequisite: biology 121, or consent of instructor. For sophomores, juniors and seniors. (S) 370 Personal Trainer Practicum 2 hours 380 Internship Credit arr. Supervised on- or off-campus work situations in public or private organizations. 395 Independent Study (1-4 credits) 446 Methods of PE in Secondary Schools 4 hours An examination of techniques used in teaching selected team, individual, and dual sports, and social dance in the secondary schools. Lesson planning, evaluation procedures, class and behavior management, teaching techniques, and skills testing will be incorporated into this lecture-laboratory course. Prerequisite: 221 and two of the following PE 110 skills courses: team sports, individual sports, racquet sports. (S) 456 Administration and Curriculum in Physical Education 2 hours Administrative and curricular issues in secondary physical education will be explored. Organization, scheduling, facility, personnel, fiscal management, and legal issues in physical education, intramurals, and athletic programs will be examined. Students will also explore theories and be afforded practical work in curriculum construction based on growth and development characteristics. (S) 463 Teaching Movement Skills in the Elementary School 4 hours A study of curricular and methodology experiences in elementary physical education, including lecture and laboratory experiences. Students may opt to receive certification as a master teacher with the American Master Teacher Program (AMTP). (F) 485 Seminar Credit arr. 490 Senior Project 1-4 hours 493 Senior Honors Project 3 hours A year-long independent research project. Applications are completed on the "Honors Program" form available at the registrar's office, requiring the signatures of a faculty supervisor, the department head, the honors program director, and the registrar. Interdisciplinary projects require the signatures of two faculty supervisors. The project must be completed by the due date for senior projects. The completed project is evaluated by a review committee consisting of the faculty supervisor, another faculty member from the major department, and a faculty member from outside the major department. All projects must be presented publicly. Only projects awarded an "A- or A" qualify for "department honors" designation. The honors project fulfills the all-college senior project requirement. Athletic Training Classes 265 Clinical I: Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries 2 hours This course will provide instruction, practice, and testing of selected athletic training clinical proficiencies. The primary focus will be on injury prevention and acute care skills. Students are required to complete 75 filed experience hours supervised by Approved Clinical Instructor. Corequisite: physical education 251, sophomore standing. (F) 268 Clinical II: Head, Neck, Thorax, Abdomen, and Upper Extremity Assessment 2 hours An in-depth study of the assessment of common injuries in athletics. Injuries to the head, cervical spine, thorax, and upper extremity will be covered. Students are also required to complete 120 field experience hours supervised by Approved Clinical Instructor. Prerequisite: 265, sophomore standing. (S) 365 Clinical III: Spine, Lower Extremity, and Posture Assessment 2 hours An in-depth study of the assessment of common injuries in athletics. Injuries to the abdomen, lumbar spine, and lower extremities will be covered. Students are also required to complete 120 field experience hours supervised by Approved Clinical Instructor. Prerequisite: 268, junior standing. (F) 367 Clinical IV: General Medical and Pharmacology 2 hours Designed to expose athletic training students to didactic and clinical education related to general medical conditions and pharmacology. Each student completes a series of observation experiences with local physicians, registered nurse practitioners, and physical therapists. There is one daily lecture in addition to the observation schedule. Students are required to complete 35 graded field experience hours supervised by Approved Clinical Instructor. Prerequisite: 365, junior standing. (J) 368 Clinical V: Therapeutic Modalities and Exercise 2 hours This course will provide instruction, practice, and testing of selected athletic training clinical proficiencies. The primary focus will be on the use of modalities and therapeutic exercise for recovery from injuries. Students are also required to complete 150 field experience hours supervised by Approved Clinical Instructor. Corequisite: 370 and 372. Prerequisite: junior standing. (S) 370 Therapeutic Modalities in Athletic Training 2 hours Designed to introduce students to the concepts and principles of therapeutic modalities and their application in athletic training. Treatment effects, safety considerations, indications and contraindications for each modality will be presented. Class meets first seven weeks. Prerequisite: junior standing. Corequisite: 368. (S) 372 Therapeutic Exercise in Athletic Training 2 hours This course is designed to introduce students to rehabilitation techniques in athletic training and to basic principles of design, implementation, and supervision of rehabilitation protocols. The course is divided into two sections: the first focuses on design, goals, and techniques of therapeutic exercise; the second addresses rehabilitation protocols for specific regions of the body. Class meets second seven weeks. Prerequisite: junior standing. Corequisite: 368. (S) 375 Directed Readings Credit arr. Students who develop an interest in a specialized area of the discipline for which course offerings are limited may follow a prescribed reading list under the direction of a member of the faculty with expertise in that area. 380 Internship 2-8 hours Supervised on- or off-campus work situations in public or private organizations. 395 Independent Study 104 hours 465 Clinical VI: Health Care Administration 2 hours This course will provide instruction, practice, and testing of selected athletic training clinical proficiencies. The primary focus will be in the area of health care administration. Students are also required to complete 150 field experience hours supervised by Approved Clinical Instructor. Prerequisite: 368, senior standing. (F) 468 Clinical VII: Advanced Health Care 1 hour This course will provide instruction, practice, and testing of advanced assessment/acute care skills. Students will secure certification in CPR for the Professional Rescuer and in use of the Automated External Defibrillator. Students are also required to complete 150 field experience hours supervised by Approved Clinical Instructor. Prerequisite: 465, seniour standing. (S) 490 Senior Project 1-4 hours 493 Senior Honors Project 3 hours A year-long independent research project. Applications are completed on the "Honors Program" form available at the registrar's office, requiring the signatures of a faculty supervisor, the department head, the honors program director, and the registrar. Interdisciplinary projects require the signatures of two faculty supervisors. The project must be completed by the due date for senior projects. The completed project is evaluated by a review committee consisting of the faculty supervisor, another faculty member from the major department, and a faculty member from outside the major department. All projects must be presented publicly. Only projects awarded an "A- or A" qualify for "department honors" designation. The honors project fulfills the all-college senior project requirement.
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