Physical Education

Classes

PED 100: FUNDAMENTALS OF FITNESS

Class Program
Physical Education
Credits 3
This lecture course includes the basic principles of physical education and physical fitness. It explores psychological and physiological effects of exercise and physical fitness, including effects on the human skeleton, muscle development, respiration, and coordination. It is viewed as an introduction to such laboratory courses as slimnastics, weight training, and conditioning. The course may also include fitness evaluation, development of individual fitness programs, and participation in fitness activities.

PED 101: SLIMNASTICS (Beginning)

Class Program
Physical Education
Credits 1
This course provides an individualized approach to physical fitness, wellness, and other health-related factors. Emphasis is placed on the scientific basis for setting up and engaging in personalized physical fitness programs. Upon completion, students should be able to set up and implement an individualized physical fitness program.

PED 102: SLIMNASTICS (Intermediate)

Class Program
Physical Education
Credits 1
This course is an intermediate-level slimnastics class. Topics include specific exercises contributing to fitness and the role exercise plays in developing body systems, nutrition, and weight control. Upon completion, students should be able to implement and evaluate an individualized physical fitness program.
Prerequisite Courses
PED 101
Notes
Activity classes listed for one hour will meet at least two hours per week. Classes listed for two hours will meet at least three hours per week.

PED 103: WEIGHT TRAINING (Beginning)

Class Program
Physical Education
Credits 1
This course introduces the basics of weight training. Emphasis is placed on developing muscular strength, muscular endurance, and muscle tone. Upon completion, students should be able to establish and implement a personal weight training program.
Notes
Activity classes listed for one hour will meet at least two hours per week. Classes listed for two hours will meet at least three hours per week.

PED 104: WEIGHT TRAINING (Intermediate)

Class Program
Physical Education
Credits 1
This course covers advanced levels of weight training. Emphasis is placed on meeting individual training goals and addressing weight training needs and interests. Upon completion, students should be able to establish and implement an individualized advanced weight training program.
Prerequisite Courses
PED 103
Notes
Activity classes listed for one hour will meet at least two hours per week. Classes listed for two hours will meet at least three hours per week.

PED 105: PERSONAL FITNESS

Class Program
Physical Education
Credits 1
This course is designed to provide students with information to participate in a personally developed fitness program. Topics include cardiovascular, strength, muscular endurance, flexibility and body composition.
Notes
Activity classes listed for one hour will meet at least two hours per week. Classes listed for two hours will meet at least three hours per week.

PED 106: AEROBICS

Class Program
Physical Education
Credits 1
This course introduces a program of cardiovascular fitness involving continuous, rhythmic exercise. Emphasis is placed on developing cardiovascular efficiency, strength, and flexibility and on safety precautions. Upon completion, students should be able to select and implement a rhythmic aerobic exercise program.
Notes
Activity classes listed for one hour will meet at least two hours per week. Classes listed for two hours will meet at least three hours per week.

PED 107: AEROBICS DANCE (Beginning)

Class Program
Physical Education
Credits 1
This course introduces the fundamentals of step and dance aerobics. Emphasis is placed on basic stepping up, basic choreographed dance patterns, and cardiovascular fitness; and upper body, floor, and abdominal exercises. Upon completion, students should be able to participate in basic dance aerobics.
Notes
Activity classes listed for one hour will meet at least two hours per week. Classes listed for two hours will meet at least three hours per week.

PED 108: AEROBIC DANCE (Intermediate)

Class Program
Physical Education
Credits 1
This course provides a continuation of step aerobics. Emphasis is placed on a wide variety of choreographed step and dance patterns; cardiovascular fitness; and upper body, abdominal, and floor exercises. Upon completion, students should be able to participate in and design an aerobics routine.
Prerequisite Courses
PED 107
Notes
Activity classes listed for one hour will meet at least two hours per week. Classes listed for two hours will meet at least three hours per week.

PED 109: JOGGING

Class Program
Physical Education
Credits 1
This course covers the basic concepts involved in safely and effectively improving cardiovascular fitness. Emphasis is placed on walking, jogging, or running as a means of achieving fitness. Upon completion, students should be able to understand and appreciate the benefits derived from these activities.
Notes
Activity classes listed for one hour will meet at least two hours per week. Classes listed for two hours will meet at least three hours per week.

PED 113: TUMBLING AND GYMNASTICS (Beginning)

Class Program
Physical Education
Credits 1
This course introduces basic tumbling and gymnastic techniques. Topics include the safe use of gymnastic apparatus such as uneven bars, parallel bars, pommel horse, and balance beam. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate skills on selected pieces of apparatus.
Notes
Activity classes listed for one hour will meet at least two hours per week. Classes listed for two hours will meet at least three hours per week.

PED 114: TUMBLING AND GYMNASTICS (Intermediate)

Class Program
Physical Education
Credits 1
This course is a continuation of PED 113 in tumbling and gymnastics techniques. Topics include the safe use of gymnastic apparatus such as uneven bars, parallel bars, pommel horse, and balance beam. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate skills on selected pieces of apparatus and participate in selected events.
Prerequisite Courses
PED 113
Notes
Activity classes listed for one hour will meet at least two hours per week. Classes listed for two hours will meet at least three hours per week.

PED 118: GENERAL CONDITIONING (Beginning)

Class Program
Physical Education
Credits 1
This course provides an individualized approach to general conditioning utilizing the five major components. Emphasis is placed on the scientific basis for setting up and engaging in personalized physical fitness and conditioning programs. Upon completion, students should be able to set up and implement an individualized physical fitness and conditioning program.
Notes
Activity classes listed for one hour will meet at least two hours per week. Classes listed for two hours will meet at least three hours per week.

PED 119: GENERAL CONDITIONING (Intermediate)

Class Program
Physical Education
Credits 1
This course is an intermediate-level fitness and conditioning program class. Topics include specific exercises contributing to fitness and the role exercise plays in developing body systems. Upon completion, students should be able to implement and evaluate an individualized physical fitness and conditioning program.
Prerequisite Courses
PED 118
Notes
Activity classes listed for one hour will meet at least two hours per week. Classes listed for two hours will meet at least three hours per week.

PED 121: BOWLING (Beginning)

Class Program
Physical Education
Credits 1
This course introduces the fundamentals of bowling. Emphasis is placed on ball selection, grips, stance, and delivery along with rules and etiquette. Upon completion, students should be able to participate in recreational bowling.
Notes
Activity classes listed for one hour will meet at least two hours per week. Classes listed for two hours will meet at least three hours per week.

PED 122: BOWLING (Intermediate)

Class Program
Physical Education
Credits 1
This course covers more advanced bowling techniques. Emphasis is placed on refining basic skills and performing advanced shots, spins, pace, and strategy. Upon completion, students should be able to participate in competitive bowling.
Prerequisite Courses
PED 121
Notes
Activity classes listed for one hour will meet at least two hours per week. Classes listed for two hours will meet at least three hours per week.

PED 123: GOLF (Beginning)

Class Program
Physical Education
Credits 1
This course emphasizes the fundamentals of golf. Topics include the proper grips, stance, alignment, swings for the short and long game, putting, and the rules and etiquette of golf. Upon completion, students should be able to perform the basic golf shots and demonstrate a knowledge of the rules and etiquette of golf.
Notes
Activity classes listed for one hour will meet at least two hours per week. Classes listed for two hours will meet at least three hours per week.

PED 124: GOLF (Intermediate)

Class Program
Physical Education
Credits 1
This course covers the more advanced phases of golf. Emphasis is placed on refining the fundamental skills and learning more advanced phases to the game such as club selection, trouble shots, and course management. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the knowledge and ability to play a recreational round of golf.
Prerequisite Courses
PED 123
Notes
Activity classes listed for one hour will meet at least two hours per week. Classes listed for two hours will meet at least three hours per week.

PED 126: RECREATIONAL GAMES

Class Program
Physical Education
Credits 1
This course is designed to give an overview of a variety of recreational games and activities. Emphasis is placed on the skills and rules necessary to participate in a variety of lifetime recreational games. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an awareness of the importance of participating in lifetime recreational activities.
Notes
Activity classes listed for one hour will meet at least two hours per week. Classes listed for two hours will meet at least three hours per week.

PED 131: BADMINTON (Beginning)

Class Program
Physical Education
Credits 1
This course covers the fundamentals of badminton. Emphasis is placed on the basics of serving, clears, drops, drives, smashes, and the rules and strategies of singles and doubles. Upon completion, students should be able to apply these skills in playing situations.
Notes
Activity classes listed for one hour will meet at least two hours per week. Classes listed for two hours will meet at least three hours per week.

PED 132: BADMINTON (Intermediate)

Class Program
Physical Education
Credits 1
This course provides the student to participate in intermediate level competition in badminton. Emphasis is placed on advanced skills and strategies in badminton.
Prerequisite Courses
PED 131
Notes
Activity classes listed for one hour will meet at least two hours per week. Classes listed for two hours will meet at least three hours per week.

PED 133: TENNIS (Beginning)

Class Program
Physical Education
Credits 1
This course emphasizes the fundamentals of tennis. Topics include basic strokes, rules, etiquette, and court play. Upon completion, students should be able to play recreational tennis.
Notes
Activity classes listed for one hour will meet at least two hours per week. Classes listed for two hours will meet at least three hours per week.

PED 134: TENNIS (Intermediate)

Class Program
Physical Education
Credits 1
This course emphasizes the refinement of playing skills. Topics include continuing the development of fundamentals, learning advanced serves, and strokes and pace and strategies in singles and doubles play. Upon completion, students should be able to play competitive tennis.
Prerequisite Courses
PED 133
Notes
Activity classes listed for one hour will meet at least two hours per week. Classes listed for two hours will meet at least three hours per week.

PED 140: SWIMMING (Beginning)

Class Program
Physical Education
Credits 1
This course is designed for non-swimmers and beginners. Emphasis is placed on developing confidence in the water, learning water safety, acquiring skills in floating, and learning elementary strokes. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate safety skills and be able to tread water, back float, and use the crawl stroke for 20 yards.
Notes
Activity classes listed for one hour will meet at least two hours per week. Classes listed for two hours will meet at least three hours per week.

PED 141: SWIMMING (Intermediate)

Class Program
Physical Education
Credits 1
This course is designed for those who have mastered basic swimming skills. Emphasis is placed on refining basic skills and learning new swim strokes. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the four basic strokes, the scissor kick, the underwater swim, and other related skills.
Prerequisite Courses
PED 140
Notes
Activity classes listed for one hour will meet at least two hours per week. Classes listed for two hours will meet at least three hours per week.

PED 153: KARATE (Beginning.)

Class Program
Physical Education
Credits 1
This course is designed to introduce the martial arts and teach the basic skill of Isshinryu karate. Topics include basic punches, kicks, conditioning exercises, proper terminology, historical foundations, kata, and etiquette relating to karate. Upon completion, students should be able to perform line drill techniques and Kata.
Notes
Activity classes listed for one hour will meet at least two hours per week. Classes listed for two hours will meet at least three hours per week.

PED 154: KARATE (Intermediate)

Class Program
Physical Education
Credits 1
This course is a continuation of beginning Karate. Topics include basic punches, kicks, conditioning exercises, proper terminology, historical foundations, kata, and etiquette relating to karate. Isshinryu karate teaches discipline, self-defense and confidence. Upon completion, students should be able to perform line drill techniques and Kata according to their rank.
Prerequisite Courses
PED 153
Notes
Activity classes listed for one hour will meet at least two hours per week. Classes listed for two hours will meet at least three hours per week.

PED 155: SELF DEFENSE

Class Program
Physical Education
Credits 1
This course is designed to aid students in developing rudimentary skills in self-defense. Emphasis is placed on stances, blocks, punches, and kicks as well as non-physical means of self-defense. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate basic self-defense techniques of a physical and non-physical nature.
Notes
Activity classes listed for one hour will meet at least two hours per week. Classes listed for two hours will meet at least three hours per week.

PED 171: BASKETBALL (Beginning)

Class Program
Physical Education
Credits 1
This course covers the fundamentals of basketball. Emphasis is placed on skill development, knowledge of the rules, and basic game strategy. Upon completion, students should be able to participate in recreational basketball.
Notes
Activity classes listed for one hour will meet at least two hours per week. Classes listed for two hours will meet at least three hours per week.

PED 172: BASKETBALL

Class Program
Physical Education
Credits 1
This course covers more advanced basketball techniques. Emphasis is placed on refining skills and developing more advanced strategies and techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to play basketball at a competitive level.
Prerequisite Courses
PED 171
Notes
Activity classes listed for one hour will meet at least two hours per week. Classes listed for two hours will meet at least three hours per week.

PED 176: VOLLEYBALL (Beginning)

Class Program
Physical Education
Credits 1
This course covers the fundamentals of volleyball. Emphasis is placed on the basics of serving, passing, setting, spiking, blocking, and the rules and etiquette of volleyball. Upon completion, students should be able to participate in recreational volleyball.
Notes
Activity classes listed for one hour will meet at least two hours per week. Classes listed for two hours will meet at least three hours per week.

PED 177: VOLLEYBALL (Intermediate)

Class Program
Physical Education
Credits 1
This course covers more advanced volleyball techniques. Emphasis is placed on refining skills and developing more advanced strategies and techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to participate in competitive volleyball.
Prerequisite Courses
PED 176
Notes
Activity classes listed for one hour will meet at least two hours per week. Classes listed for two hours will meet at least three hours per week.

PED 178: SOCCER (Beginning)

Class Program
Physical Education
Credits 1
This course introduces the basics of soccer. Emphasis is placed on rules, strategies, and fundamental skills. Upon completion, students should be able to participate in recreational soccer.
Notes
Activity classes listed for one hour will meet at least two hours per week. Classes listed for two hours will meet at least three hours per week.

PED 179: SOCCER (Intermediate)

Class Program
Physical Education
Credits 1
This course introduces the basics of soccer. Emphasis is placed on rules, strategies, and advanced techniques, skills, and strategies. Upon completion, students should be able to participate in introductory competitive soccer.
Prerequisite Courses
PED 178
Notes
Activity classes listed for one hour will meet at least two hours per week. Classes listed for two hours will meet at least three hours per week.

PED 180: FLAG FOOTBALL

Class Program
Physical Education
Credits 1
This course introduces the fundamentals and rules of flag football. Emphasis is placed on proper techniques and strategies for playing in game situations. Upon completion, students should be able to participate in recreational flag football.
Notes
Activity classes listed for one hour will meet at least two hours per week. Classes listed for two hours will meet at least three hours per week.

PED 181: BASEBALL (Beginning)

Class Program
Physical Education
Credits 1
This course covers the fundamentals of baseball. Emphasis is placed on skill development, knowledge of the rules, and basic game strategy. Upon completion, students should be able to participate in recreational baseball.
Notes
Activity classes listed for one hour will meet at least two hours per week. Classes listed for two hours will meet at least three hours per week.

PED 182: BASEBALL (Intermediate)

Class Program
Physical Education
Credits 1
This course covers more advanced baseball techniques. Emphasis is placed on refining skills and developing more advanced strategies and techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to play baseball at a competitive level.
Prerequisite Courses
PED 181
Notes
Activity classes listed for one hour will meet at least two hours per week. Classes listed for two hours will meet at least three hours per week.

PED 186: SOFTBALL (Beginning)

Class Program
Physical Education
Credits 1
This course introduces the fundamental skills and rules of softball. Emphasis is placed on proper techniques and strategies for playing softball. Upon completion, students should be able to participate in recreational softball.
Notes
Activity classes listed for one hour will meet at least two hours per week. Classes listed for two hours will meet at least three hours per week.

PED 187: SOFTBALL (Intermediate)

Class Program
Physical Education
Credits 1
This course presents advanced skills and competitive practice in softball. Emphasis is placed on proper techniques and strategies for playing softball. Upon completion, students should be able to participate in competitive softball.
Prerequisite Courses
PED 186
Notes
Activity classes listed for one hour will meet at least two hours per week. Classes listed for two hours will meet at least three hours per week.

PED 188: YOGA

Class Program
Physical Education
Credits 1
This course introduces basic instruction in yoga for beginners. Emphasis is placed on instruction in gentle stretching, breathing practices, progressive deep relaxation, and posture. Upon completion, students should be able to participate in and appreciate the benefits of the activity.
Notes
Activity classes listed for one hour will meet at least two hours per week. Classes listed for two hours will meet at least three hours per week.

PED 191: TEAM SPORTS

Class Program
Physical Education
Credits 1
This covers the basic concepts involved in team sport competition. Emphasis will be placed on refining basic skills, rules and regulations, officiating and team play. Upon completion, students should be able to participate and implement an intramural program.
Notes
Activity classes listed for one hour will meet at least two hours per week. Classes listed for two hours will meet at least three hours per week.

PED 200: FOUNDATIONS OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION

Class Program
Physical Education
Credits 3
In this course, the history, philosophy, and objectives of health, physical education and recreation are studied with emphasis on the physiological, sociological, and psychological values of physical education. It is required of all physical education majors.

PED 216: SPORTS OFFICIATING

Class Program
Physical Education
Credits 3
This course surveys the basic rules and mechanics of officiating a variety of sports, including both team and individual sports. In addition to class work, students will receive at least 3 hours of practical experience in officiating.

PED 223: METHODS OF INSTRUCTION

Class Program
Physical Education
Credits 3
This course provides instruction for the student on specialized teaching techniques in becoming a wellness instructor. The student will learn the basis on instruction in the area of aerobic types of exercises and weight training. This course will enable the student to instruct as well as supervise these types of programs. The student will learn basic anatomy and exercise physiology as it applies to the movement of the body during exercise. This course will address and explain safety and teaching methods for the exercise instructor in the development of a comprehensive fitness program.

PED 224: PRINCIPLES OF NUTRITION

Class Program
Physical Education
Credits 3
This course introduces students to the principles of nutrition and the role and functions of nutrients in man's food. Basic information concerning food selection and nutrition as a factor in health, ecology, and economy is included. Implications of nutrition for children may be stressed. NOTE: This course is a suitable substitute for HEC 140.

PED 227: ANGLING

Class Program
Physical Education
Credits 1
This course introduces the sport of angling. Emphasis is placed on fishing with the use of artificial lures. Upon completion, students should be able to cast and retrieve using baitcaster and spinning reels and identify the various types of artificial lures.
Notes
Activity classes listed for one hour will meet at least two hours per week. Classes listed for two hours will meet at least three hours per week.

PED 228: FIREARM SAFETY AND UTILIZATION

Class Program
Physical Education
Credits 1
This course provides a general knowledge and usage of handguns. Opportunities are provided for target practice, emphasizing safety and accuracy.
Notes
Activity classes listed for one hour will meet at least two hours per week. Classes listed for two hours will meet at least three hours per week.

PED 238: SAILING

Class Program
Physical Education
Credits 1
This course provides instruction in the basic fundamentals of small boat sailing. Topics include sailing terminology, knot tying, rigging, and various skills necessary to maneuver the boat. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate safe handling of a small boat.
Notes
Activity classes listed for one hour will meet at least two hours per week. Classes listed for two hours will meet at least three hours per week.

PED 240: SPORT AND RECREATIONAL SCUBA DIVING

Class Program
Physical Education
Credits 1
This course provides basic instruction in fundamental skills and safety procedures for scuba diving. Emphasis is placed on the history, theory, and principles of diving; development of diving skills; safet and maintenance of equipment. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate skills, knowledge, and techniques of scuba diving in preparation for diver certification.
Notes
Activity classes listed for one hour will meet at least two hours per week. Classes listed for two hours will meet at least three hours per week.

PED 251: VARSITY BASKETBALL

Class Program
Physical Education
Credits 1
This course covers advanced fundamentals of basketball. Emphasis is placed on skill development, knowledge of the rules, and basic game strategy. Upon completion, students should be able to participate in competitive basketball.
Prerequisites

Permission of instructor.

Notes
Varsity Sports may be repeated for credit up to a maximum of four (4) credit hours. Activity classes listed for one hour will meet at least two hours per week. Classes listed for two hours will meet at least three hours per week.

PED 252: VARSITY BASEBALL

Class Program
Physical Education
Credits 1
This course covers advanced baseball techniques. Emphasis is placed on refining skills and developing more advanced strategies and techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to play baseball at a competitive level.
Prerequisites

Permission of instructor.

Notes
Varsity Sports may be repeated for credit up to a maximum of four (4) credit hours. Activity classes listed for one hour will meet at least two hours per week. Classes listed for two hours will meet at least three hours per week.

PED 254: VARSITY SOFTBALL

Class Program
Physical Education
Credits 1
This course introduces the fundamental skills and rules of softball. Emphasis is placed on proper techniques and strategies for playing softball. Upon completion, students should be able to play competitive softball.
Prerequisites

Permission of instructor.

Notes
Varsity Sports may be repeated for credit up to a maximum of four (4) credit hours. Activity classes listed for one hour will meet at least two hours per week. Classes listed for two hours will meet at least three hours per week.

PED 257: VARSITY CHEERLEADING

Class Program
Physical Education
Credits 1
This course provides a specific knowledge and experience of cheerleading skills, with emphasis on tumbling skills, sharpness, stunts, and enthusiasm at the collegiate level.
Notes
Varsity Sports may be repeated for credit up to a maximum of four (4) credit hours. Activity classes listed for one hour will meet at least two hours per week. Classes listed for two hours will meet at least three hours per week.

PED 258: VARSITY VOLLEYBALL

Class Program
Physical Education
Credits 1
This course covers more advanced volleyball techniques. Emphasis is placed on refining skills and developing more advanced strategies and techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to participate in competitive volleyball.
Prerequisites

Permission of instructor.

Notes
Varsity Sports may be repeated for credit up to a maximum of four (4) credit hours. Activity classes listed for one hour will meet at least two hours per week. Classes listed for two hours will meet at least three hours per week.

PED 259: VARSITY CROSS COUNTRY

Class Program
Physical Education
Credits 1
This course covers more advanced cross country techniques. Emphasis is placed on refining skills and developing more advanced strategies and techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to participate in competitive cross country.
Notes
Varsity Sports may be repeated for credit up to a maximum of four (4) credit hours. Activity classes listed for one hour will meet at least two hours per week. Classes listed for two hours will meet at least three hours per week.

PED 297: PRACTICUM IN ATHLETIC TRAINING

Class Program
Physical Education
Credits 3
This course builds upon previous instruction and provides additional opportunities to develop competencies necessary to assess and intervene with athletic injuries while assigned to a healthcare professional at local orthopedic clinics and/or athletic facilities.
Prerequisite Courses
PED 296

PED 299: SPECIAL TOPICS IN ATHLETIC TRAINING

Class Program
Physical Education
Credits 1 3

This course introduces students to the foundation of scientific inquiry and experimental principles through readings, research, analysis, and writing. Topics covered will vary and this course may be repeated for credit. 

Prerequisites

As required by program.