| PHYSICAL
EDUCATION ACTIVITY AND |
| PROFESSIONAL PHYSICAL EDUCATION (PE) |
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| PE 100 |
Concepts
of Health and Fitness |
3 cr |
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| An
introductory course designed to show students
the contributions of physical activity to preventive
health. Students learn how to evaluate their physical
and nutritional needs, and to design individual
programs for healthy living. |
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| Instruction and
practice of basic sport and activity skills. A
varying content course that gives students choices
from designated semester offerings. May be repeated
for credit. |
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| PE 102 |
Weight
Training |
1 cr |
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| A progressive
resistance training course designed to improve
muscular strength and muscular endurance. May
be repeated for credit. |
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| Instruction and
practice of sport and activity skills. A varying
content course that gives students choices from
designated semester offerings. May be repeated
for credit. An additional fee will be charged
for these activities. |
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| Instruction and
practice of basic sport and activity skills. A
varying content course that gives students choices
from designated semester offerings. May be repeated
for credit. An additional fee will be charged
for these activities. |
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| Instruction and
practice in basic sport and activity skills. A
varying content course that gives students choices
from designated semester offerings. May be repeated
for credit. An additional fee will be charged
for these activities. |
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| Instruction and
practice in gymnastics skills. A varying-content
course treating different skill levels in gymnastics.
May be repeated for credit. |
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| Instruction and
practice of basic sport and activity skills. A
varying content course that gives students choices
from designated semester offerings. May be repeated
for credit. An additional fee will be charged
for these activities. |
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| PE 108 |
Ballroom Dancing |
1 cr |
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| Knowledge, skills, and techniques associated with various forms of Ballroom dancing through demonstration, practice, and partnering. |
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| PE 109 |
Swing Dancing |
1 cr |
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| Knowledge, skills, and techniques associated with various forms of Swing dancing through demonstration, practice, and partnering. |
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| Instruction and
practice in dance. A varying-content course treating
different types of dance such as but not limited
to: social, folk, square, and dance performance.
May be repeated for credit. |
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| PE 112 |
Latin Dancing |
1 cr |
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| Knowledge, skills, and techniques associated with various forms of Latin dancing through demonstration, practice, and partnering. |
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| PE 113 |
Creative
Dance |
1 cr |
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| An introduction
to the dance as an art form; the vocabulary for
movement as a means of self-expression. May be
repeated for credit. |
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| Aerobic exercise
is a physical fitness program that offers complete
and effective conditioning. It involves jogging,
jumping, lunging, kicking, and stretching to music. |
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| PE 115 |
Ballroom and Swing Dancing |
1 cr |
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| Knowledge, skills, and techniques associated with various forms of Ballroom and Swing dancing through demonstration, practice, and partnering. |
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| PE 116 |
Cajun and Swing Dancing |
1 cr |
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| Knowledge, skills, and techniques associated with various forms of Cajun and Swing dancing through demonstration, practice, and partnering. |
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| Instruction
and practice in ballet. A varying-content course
treating the different skill levels of ballet
with emphasis on body placement through barre
and centre exercises. May be repeated for credit. |
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| Instruction and
practice in jazz dancing. A varying-content course
treating the various skill levels of jazz with
emphasis on correct body placement through isolation
and locomotor techniques. May be repeated for
credit. |
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| Instruction and
practice in modern dance. A varying-content course
with exposure to various skill levels and modern
dance styles. May be repeated for credit. |
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| PE 120 |
Tennis
(Basic) |
1 cr |
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| Instruction and
practice in beginning and intermediate tennis.
May be repeated for credit. |
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| Instruction and
practice in beginning golf. May be repeated for
credit. |
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| Instruction and
practice in beginning bowling. Requires special
fee. May be repeated for credit. |
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| Instruction and
practice in beginning archery. May be repeated
for credit. |
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| PE 124 |
Latin and Swing Dancing |
1 cr |
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| Knowledge, skills, and techniques associated with various forms of Latin and Swing dancing through demonstration, practice, and partnering. |
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| Instruction and
practice in beginning and intermediate badminton.
May be repeated for credit. |
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| PE 126 |
Ballroom and Latin Dancing |
1 cr |
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| Knowledge, skills, and techniques associated with various forms of Ballroom and Latin dancing through demonstration, practice, and partnering. |
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| PE 127 |
Country Western/Partner Dancing |
1 cr |
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| Knowledge, skills, and techniques associated with various forms of Country Western/Partner dancing through demonstration, practice, and partnering. |
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| PE 128 |
Dance Performance |
1 cr |
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| Knowledge, skills, and techniques associated with various forms of Dance Performance through demonstration and practice. |
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| PE 129 |
Folk and Square Dancing |
1 cr |
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| Knowledge, skills, and techniques associated with various forms of Folk and Square dancing through demonstration, practice, and partnering. |
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| PE 130 |
Beginning
Swimming |
1 cr |
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| Instruction and
practice in beginning swimming and water safety.
May be repeated for credit. |
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| PE 131 |
Intermediate
Swimming |
1 cr |
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| Instruction
and practice in intermediate swimming and water
safety. May be repeated for credit. |
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| PE 132 |
Step Aerobics |
1 cr |
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| A physical activity class which includes the instruction and practice of Step Aerobics. The course is designed to improve cardiovascular and muscular endurances and improve coordination. |
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| PE 133 |
Muscle Toning and Conditioning |
1 cr |
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| Muscle Toning and Conditioning is a physical activity course in which the student, through active participation, will develop knowledge and skills sufficiently adequate to tone the body and improve cardio-respiratory fitness using weights, body bars, resistance tubes, and other equipment. |
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| A beginning course in Karate designed to develop physical fitness, self-discipline, the fundamentals and techniques of blocking, punching, striking, kicking, and stances. |
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| An intermediate course in Karate designed as a continuation of Karate I with the introduction of additional blocks, kicks, and footwork. Self-discipline and physical fitness continue to be stressed. |
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| An advanced course in Karate designed as a continuation of Karate II with the addition of more advanced and versatile concepts of speed, distance, timing, and footwork. Vigorous training methods are used and self-discipline is stressed. |
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| Tai Chi training presents basic concepts and techniques to enhance physical fitness and develop mental discipline for stress reduction and personal wellness. |
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| The purpose of this course is to introduce the basic concepts of yoga theory, teach safe yoga posture, and to help participants in developing balance and fitness, as well as manage stress wisely. |
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| Instruction
and practice in softball. May be repeated for
credit. |
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| Instruction
and practice in volleyball. May be repeated for
credit. |
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| Instruction
and practice in basketball. May be repeated for
credit. |
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| Instruction
and practice in soccer. May be repeated for credit. |
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| Instruction and practice in the activity of jogging designed to improve cardiovascular endurance. |
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| An introductory course to bicycling for leisure and fitness emphasizing the selection and care of bicycles, safety concerns, apparel, route selection, bike handling skills, and development of a bicycle fitness program. |
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| Instruction
and practice in racquetball. May be repeated for
credit. |
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| PE 148 |
Intermediate Golf |
1 cr |
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| Instruction and practice in intermediate golf. Demonstrable beginner golf skills necessary. |
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| PE 149 |
Ultimate Frisbee |
1 cr |
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| Fundamental skills, rules, and strategies with Frisbees with opportunities for participation. |
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| Instruction
and practice in the various forms of Martial Arts.
A varying-content course treating different skill
levels of karate, judo, kung-fu, etc. Requires
special fee. May be repeated for credit. |
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| PE 157 |
ICA-Varsity
Sports |
1 cr |
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| Restricted
to members of South Alabama intercollegiate athletic
teams by special permission of the respective
coaches. Includes but not limited to: basketball,
soccer, baseball, track, golf, tennis, and volleyball.
May be repeated for credit with the exception
of education majors. |
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| PE 166 |
Movement,
Rhythms, and Developmental Activities |
3 cr |
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| Movement
exploration experiences, developmental games,
rhythmic and dance activities are explained, developed,
and practiced. |
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| PE 201 |
Orientation
to Health and Physical Education |
3 cr |
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| An
overview of the fields of Health, Physical Education
and Athletic Training. An introduction to the
Department of HPELS followed by a survey of philosophical
and historical aspects, and professional preparation
standards of the specific fields. |
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| PE 231 |
ARC Lifeguard
Training |
3 cr |
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| Prepares
the student for American Red Cross Lifeguard,
CPR for the Professional Rescuer, and first aid
certification. Emphasis is placed on emergency
action plans, life guarding techniques, and all
forms of victim rescue. Prerequisite: Strong swimmers
only. See instructor for specific skill
requirements. |
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| PE 278 |
Sport
and Human Behavior |
3 cr |
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| A
study of the psychological and sociological aspects
of sport and their relationship to human behavior. |
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| PE 282 |
Introduction to Athletic Training |
3 cr |
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| Survey
of the basic techniques and practices of athletic
training. Study includes prevention, recognition,
care, and treatment of athletic injuries. Development
of basic athletic training skills in the use of
preventive and protective techniques of adhesive
tape application. |
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| PE
296 |
Observation
in Athletic Training I |
1
cr |
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| An
opportunity to observe and gain practical skills
required in athletic training or the broad field
of sports medicine. A minimum of 75 hours of clinical
work and observation during afternoon and evening
hours and a weekly seminar required. |
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| PE 297 |
Observation
in Athletic Training II |
1 cr |
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| A
continuation of PE 296 providing students with
additional opportunity to observe and master practical
skills required in athletic training or the broad
field of sports medicine. A minimum of 75 hours
of clinical work and observations during afternoon
and evening hours and a weekly seminar required. |
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| PE 351 |
Sports
Skills |
3 cr |
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| The
development of skills and the understanding of
fundamentals and strategies in selected individual,
dual, and team sports. |
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| PE 370 |
Basic
Motor Learning |
3 cr |
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| Study
of the psychological, experimental, developmental,
and social aspects of learning in the psychomotor
domain. |
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| PE 372 |
Coaching
Gymnastics |
3 cr |
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| History,
theory, and fundamentals of coaching and officiating
gymnastics. |
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| PE 373 |
Coaching
Volleyball |
3 cr |
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| History,
theory, and fundamentals of coaching and officiating
volleyball. |
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| PE 374 |
Coaching
Soccer |
3 cr |
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| History,
theory, and fundamentals of coaching and officiating
soccer. |
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| PE 375 |
Coaching
Football |
3 cr |
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| History,
theory, and fundamentals of coaching and officiating
football. |
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| PE 376 |
Coaching
Basketball |
3 cr |
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| History,
theory, and fundamentals of coaching and officiating
basketball. |
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| PE 377 |
Coaching
Baseball |
3 cr |
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| History,
theory, and fundamentals of coaching and officiating
baseball. |
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| PE 378 |
Coaching Track and Field |
3 cr |
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| History,
theory, and fundamentals of coaching and officiating
track and field. |
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| Theory
and application of the mechanical and anatomical
principles of human movement. |
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| PE 381* |
Evaluation
and Measurement |
3 cr |
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in
Health and Physical Education |
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Elementary statistical procedures, evaluation,
and interpretation, and the use of tests and other
measurement devices in health and physical education.
A prerequisite for student teaching. |
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| PE 385* |
Evaluation
and Treatment of Athletic Injuries I |
3 cr |
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| A
study of athletic injuries to the lower extremities
and lumbar spine. Prevention, evaluation, and
management of these injuries will be explored
along with common surgical procedures associated
with these sports related injuries and conditions. |
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| PE 386* |
Evaluation
and Treatment of Athletic Injuries II |
3 cr |
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| Prevention,
evaluation, and management of injuries to the
head, neck, upper extremities, and the trunk will
be discussed in detail. Field and clinical strategies
for the identification of signs and symptoms will
be explored along with common surgical procedures
used to treat upper extremity and axial injuries. |
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| PE 396* |
Practicum
in Athletic Training II |
1 cr |
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| A
practical and clinical application of techniques
utilized in the evaluation and treatment of athletic
injuries to the lower extremities and lumbar spine.
A minimum of 200 hours of clinical work during
afternoon and evening hours and a weekly seminar
is required. |
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| PE 397* |
Practicum
in Athletic Training II |
1 cr |
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| A
practical and clinical application of techniques
utilized in the evaluation and treatment of athletic
injuries to the upper extremities, axial skeleton,
thorax, and abdomen. A minimum of 200 hours of
clinical work during afternoon and evening hours
and a weekly seminar is required. |
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| PE 428 |
Portfolio Assessments |
0 cr |
| Professional portfolio assessments will be collected and monitored. |
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| PE 429 |
School Laboratory Experience |
0-3 cr |
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| Professional
laboratory experiences involving observation and participation
at a local public schools. |
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| PE 430* |
Student
Teaching-Early Childhood/Elementary |
4 cr |
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| Observation
and supervised teaching with opportunity for study
and discussion of problems and issues encountered
at the elementary level. Students will be placed
with a person holding a valid teaching certificate
in the appropriate field. Prerequisite: Admission
to teacher candidacy. |
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| PE 452* |
Methods
of Teaching Physical Education (W) |
3 cr |
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| Organizing
materials and developing methods of teaching physical
education in elementary, middle, and high schools.
Field experience required. |
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| PE 460* |
Student
Teaching-Secondary |
1-9 cr |
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| Observation
and supervised teaching with opportunity for study
and discussion of problems and issues encountered
in the secondary schools. Students will be placed
with a person holding a valid teaching certificate
in the appropriate field. Prerequisite: Admission
to teacher candidacy. |
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| PE 461 |
Physical Education for
Atypical Children and Youth |
3 cr |
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| Principles
and techniques for adapting physical education
activities to meet the needs of children with
special problems. |
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| PE 470* |
Student Teaching in the N-12 Program |
9
cr |
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| Observation
and supervised teaching with opportunity for study
and discussion of problems and issues encountered
in the N-12 program. Students will be placed with
a person holding a valid teaching certificate
in the appropriate field. Prerequisite: Permission
of the department. |
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| PE 474 |
Sport
and Fitness Conditioning |
3 cr |
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| Study
of the theory, principles, methods, and techniques
in the development, implementation, and evaluation
of various strength and conditioning programs
designed to enhance athletic performance and improve
physical fitness. The conditioning needs of various
populations with disease and degenerative conditions
will be examined. |
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| PE 475 |
Organizations and Administration of Health
and Physical
Education (W) |
3 cr |
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| Planning,
policies, administrative and management functions
and duties in health and physical education programs. |
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| PE 476 |
Physiology
of Exercise |
3 cr |
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| The
study of the body's physiological responses and
adaptations to exercise and training. |
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| PE 477 |
Water
Safety Instructor |
3 cr |
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| Trains
prospective instructor candidates for American
Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Certification.
Candidates will learn how to teach all levels
of swimming and basic diving to students of all
ages. How to organize classes, use of lesson plans
and practice teaching skills. Prerequisite: Proficient
swimmer in all seven strokes. See instructor for specific skill requirements. |
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| PE 478 |
Coaching
Theory |
3 cr |
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| Introduction
to the profession of coaching. Topics include:
physical, mental, and organizational preparation,
teaching strategies (individual and team aspects),
legal liability, officiating, and national guidelines. |
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| PE
479 |
Fitness
Assessment and Exercise Prescription |
3
cr |
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| Through didactic study and laboratory participation, the
student will develop the knowledge base and clinical
skills needed to assess physical fitness and plan
exercise prescriptions for apparently healthy
individuals. Completion of PE 380 and PE 476 is
recommended. |
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| PE 480 |
Therapeutic
Exercise |
3 cr |
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| Theory,
current research, principles, application and
techniques of rehabilitation used to treat injuries
to athletes and the physically active across
the life span are studied. Psychological
and physical parameters of rehabilitation and
exercise conditioning are presented. |
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| PE 481* |
Therapeutic
Modalities in Athletic Training |
3 cr |
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| Theory,
current research, principles, application and
techniques of various therapeutic modalities used
in treating athletes and the physically active
are studied. |
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| PE 482* |
Advanced Athletic Training |
3 cr |
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| Advanced
and contemporary topics, issues, and application
in athletic training. |
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| PE 490 |
Special
Topics in HPELS |
3 cr |
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| A
varying content course treating different aspects
of health, physical education, and leisure studies.
May be repeated for credit when course content
varies. |
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| PE 494 |
Directed
Study in Health, PE and Leisure Studies |
1-3 cr |
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| Directed
research. Prerequisite: Permission of department.
No more than two directed studies can be counted
toward the Bachelor's Degree and Class B Certification. |
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| PE 495* |
Internship
in HPELS |
1-12 cr |
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| Observation
and supervised practicum experiences in a professional
setting. May be repeated for credit not to exceed
12 hours. Special permission required. |
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| PE 496* |
Practicum
in Athletic Training III |
1 cr |
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| A
practical and clinical experience to allow students
to develop and master skills, methods, and techniques
associated with various therapeutic exercise,
rehabilitation and reconditioning programs commonly
used by athletic trainers serving the physically
active. A minimum of 200 hours of clinical work
during afternoon and evening hours and a weekly
seminar is required. |
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| PE 497* |
Practicum
in Athletic Training IV |
1 cr |
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| A
practical and clinical experience to allow students
to develop and master skills, methods, and techniques
associated with various therapeutic modalities
in rehabilitation and reconditioning programs
commonly used by athletic trainers serving the
physically active. A minimum of 200 hours of clinical
work during afternoon and evening hours and a
weekly seminar is required. |
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| PE 498 |
Seniors
Honors Project |
3-6 cr |
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| Under
the advice and guidance of a faculty mentor, honors
students will identify and carry out a research
project, relevant to the fields of Health, Physical
Education and Leisure Studies that will lead to
a formal presentation at the annual Honors Student
Colloquium. The senior project will be judged
and graded by a three faculty committee chaired
by the honors mentor. This course is required
for Honors recognition and may be repeated for
up to six credit hours. Prerequisites: Participant
in honors program and junior level status. |
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| PE 499* |
Clinical
Internship in Athletic Training |
6 cr |
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| This
course provides supervised clinical experiences
in a traditional athletic training setting. The
student will serve as a team trainer for an athletic
team for an entire sport season. A minimum of 300
hours of clinical work during afternoon and evening
hours and a weekly seminar is required. |
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