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PEH 125. SKILLS AND ACTIVITIES FOR TEACHING 2
sh
Students learn and practice the rules, skills and
strategies for selected activities taught in physical
education settings. Activities include a variety of
individual, dual and team activities. This course
requires significant physical activity. Offered
spring.
PEH 211. HISTORY/FOUNDATIONS OF PHYSICAL
EDUCATION, HEALTH AND SPORT 4 sh
An introduction to the philosophical, psychological
and sociological foundations and history of Physical
Education, Health and Sport. Current issues and trends
are examined including the economic impact of physical
activity on society. Offered spring.
PEH 305. LEGAL ASPECTS 2 sh
This course provides a study of the legal environment
of leisure, sport, health and school organizations,
emphasizing applications of tort, criminal, employment,
contract, property and constitutional law. Students
learn the principles of risk management and relevant
applications and discuss current legislation affecting
the field. Offered fall and spring.
PEH 310. MOTOR LEARNING THEORY FOR TEACHING
AND COACHING 4 sh
This course examines the theories of motor skill
acquisition and performance. Students will study the
neurobiological subsystems associated with learning
motor skills. Synthesis of experimental approaches in
motor learning research will provide students with a
framework for practical application in educational
settings. Prerequisite: junior/senior standing. Offered
fall.
PEH 321. BIOMECHANICS 4 sh
Students study the musculoskeletal system and
biomechanics from the point of view of Physical
Education activities, exercise/sports injuries and
sports skills. Laboratory activities
include the use of motion analysis software for
projectile analysis, gait analysis, vertical jump
analysis, conservation of angular momentum, analysis of
lifting and calculation of center of gravity. This
course requires a two-hour laboratory. Prerequisite:
BIO 161; for ESS majors, ESS 263. Offered fall and
spring.
PEH 324. NUTRITION 4 sh
This course provides a comprehensive study of nutrient
basics, digestion, metabolism, vitamins, minerals,
supplements, steroids, weight management, eating
disorders, nutritional deficiencies and imbalances.
Emphasizes practical application of nutrition concepts
in exercise settings. Prerequisite: junior/senior
standing. Prerequisite: BIO 162. Offered fall and
spring.
PEH 325. SUBSTANCE ABUSE AND HUMAN BEHAVIOR 4
sh
This course provides a comprehensive study of factors
influencing alcohol and other drug use including
personality, societal and biological factors.
Emphasizes prevention through the curriculum,
identifying the high-risk student and appropriate
referrals in the school system and community. Students
will gain experience using technology as a strategic
resource related to this topic. Offered spring.
PEH 341. THEORY OF COACHING 2
sh
Provides a thorough study of the role of coaches in
the school and community, including coaching
philosophies, ethics and motivational theories.
Prerequisite: PEH 125. Offered fall.
PEH 360. PHYSICAL EDUCATION PEDAGOGY, GRADES
K-5 4 sh
This class is designed to prepare students to teach
physical education in grades K-5. This preparation
includes knowledge of movement education, motor skills,
skill analysis and pedagogy. Clinical hours in public
schools are required. Prerequisite: PEH 211. Offered
spring
PEH 362. HEALTHFUL LIVING IN THE ELEMENTARY
SCHOOL 2 sh
This course provides a study of health, safety and
physical education needs of elementary children
(including content and methodology) and the integration
of those needs with the
curriculum. Observation hours in the public schools
required. Prerequisite: EDU 211 or permission of
instructor. Offered fall and spring.
PEH 410. ADMINISTRATION AND MANAGEMENT 4
sh
This course provides students with the opportunity to
critically examine and compare administrative theories,
organizational concepts, principles and procedures.
Students will examine the role of administration in
contemporary physical education, health education and
sport settings. Prerequisite: junior/senior standing.
Offered spring.
PEH 411. MEASUREMENT AND EVALUATION 4
sh
This course includes the study, administration and
interpretation of psychomotor, cognitive and affective
tests for use in K-12 settings. The objective of the
course is to enable physical education and health
majors to gain the knowledge and skills necessary to
conduct and interpret a variety of measurement
techniques. Prerequisite: PEH 211. Offered fall.
PEH 421. CHRONIC AND ACUTE DISEASES 4
sh
Students study the interdependency of body systems and
diseases and conditions that affect human health and
well-being. Topics include the historical foundation of
health professions, immunology, pathophysiology of
prominent acute and chronic diseases, sociocultural
factors that influence health, and consequences and
prevention of major health risk behaviors. Methods of
health appraisal and screening are also investigated.
Prerequisites: BIO 161, 162. Offered fall and
spring.
PEH 423. PHYSICAL EDUCATION PEDAGOGY, GRADES
6-12 4 sh
This course covers the methods, materials and
techniques of teaching physical education, including
organization and planning of the total curriculum and
daily programs. Public school practicum required.
Prerequisite: junior/senior standing. Offered
fall.
PEH 427. HEALTH EDUCATION PEDAGOGY, GRADES
6-12 2 sh
This course examines various methods for curriculum
planning and evaluation. Students develop unit plans
and examine a variety of approaches for teaching middle
and high school health. Public school practicum
required. Prerequisites: PEH 211, junior/senior
standing and should be taken concurrently with PEH 423.
Offered fall.
PEH 481. INTERNSHIP IN COACHING 2
sh
This course provides students with 80 hours of
experiential opportunities in coaching and addresses
the Sports Pedagogy domain of the National Association
of Sport and Physical
Education (NASPE) National Coaching Standards.
Students must make arrangements with their professor
the semester prior to registering for the internship.
The internship may take place in any approved setting
at the middle, high school or college level.
Prerequisite: Completion of 10 hours in the coaching
minor; 2.0 overall GPA. Offered fall, spring and
summer.
PEH 491. INDEPENDENT STUDY 1-4
sh
PEH 499. RESEARCH IN PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND
HEALTH 1-4 sh
Independent research project supervised by faculty
mentor.
HED 111. CONTEMPORARY WELLNESS ISSUES 2
sh
Students will study selected topics in personal
wellness. Topics may include nutrition and weight
management, exercise for health and wellness,
psychosocial aspects of health and wellness and the
effects of alcohol and other drugs. Students will
examine current issues pertaining to personal choices
and well-being. This course meets half-semester and
satisfies first-year core requirements. Offered fall
and spring.
HED 220. FIRST AID AND CPR FOR THE
PROFESSIONAL RESCUER 1 sh
This is a course is designed to teach professional
rescuers the skills needed to respond appropriately to
breathing and cardiac emergencies as well as basic
first aid emergencies. Recommended for any student
pursuing a career as an allied health care
professional, EMT, public safety personnel or medical
professional. Special fee: $23. Offered fall and
spring.
The Physical Education (PED) activity program is
designed to promote the acquisition and application of
psychomotor, cognitive and affective skills in a
variety of recreational and sport settings. Emphasis is
placed on individual skill development. Students will
have the opportunity to test their proficiencies;
demonstrate knowledge of rules and etiquette; and
experience the ways in which physical activity
contributes to the physical, psychological and
emotional states of well being.
PED 100. BEGINNING TENNIS 1 sh
Students learn basic rules, skills and strategies of
tennis. Offered fall and spring.
PED 101. RACQUETBALL 1 sh
Students learn basic rules, skills and strategies of
racquetball. Offered fall and spring.
PED 105. BEGINNING GOLF 1 sh
Students learn basic rules, skills and strategies of
golf. Offered fall and spring. Special fee: $30.
PED 106. BEGINNING SWIMMING AND EMERGENCY
WATER SAFETY 1 sh
An introduction to basic swimming techniques and
general water safety instruction, including how to
respond effectively in a water emergency. The goal is
to create an awareness of causes and prevention of
water accidents. Beginning Swimming and Emergency Water
Safety certificate given. Special fee: $13.
PED 107. LIFEGUARD TRAINING 3
sh
Students gain knowledge and skills for aquatic safety
and nonsurf lifeguarding, first aid, professional
rescuer CPR and head lifeguarding. Students will
receive Red Cross certification upon successful
completion. Prerequisites: strong swimming skills.
Special fee: $28.
PED 109. AEROBIC CONDITIONING AND WEIGHT
TRAINING 1 sh
Progressive development of physiological fitness
designed to meet the needs of the individual student,
including weight and cardiorespiratory training.
Students will learn how to design and implement a
weight program based on their individual needs. Offered
fall and spring.
PED 115. BASIC CANOE AND CANOE CAMPING 1
sh
This is an introductory course in the basics of
canoeing, whitewater canoeing and canoe camping. It is
intended for beginners as well as experienced paddlers.
The course stresses
technique, safety and enjoyment. Instruction is
designed to provide both an understanding of the
principals of river canoeing and an opportunity to
develop skill through practice. You will learn about
equipment, strokes, maneuvering in current, paddling in
class II whitewater, river reading, safety skills,
rescue techniques and knot tying. There will be plenty
of opportunity to paddle both solo and in tandem. You
will also learn how to plan and conduct a multi-day
canoe camping adventure that stresses “Leave No
Trace” principles. Offered fall. Special fee:
$200.
PED 116. OUTWARD BOUND EXPERIENCE 1-3
sh
This is a course in wilderness survival, including
physical survival skills, fitness, cognitive and
emotional skills and study of the natural world.
Offered as personnel are available or Independent
Study. Special fee applies.
PED 120. WHITEWATER CANOEING 1
sh
This is an introductory course in whitewater canoeing.
It stresses technique, safety and enjoyment.
Instruction is designed to give participants a solid
foundation in class II whitewater and includes choosing
the correct equipment, balance, bracing, paddling
strokes, whitewater maneuvers (upstream and downstream
ferries, eddy turns & peel-outs), river reading,
safety and assisted and self-rescue techniques. If
during the course students reach proficiency in class
II whitewater, the class may then advance to paddling
class III whitewater before it concludes. Offered
spring. Special fee: $200.
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