Physical Education Activity (PE)/Professional Physical Education (PE) Courses

PHYSICAL EDUCATION ACTIVITY COURSES (PE) AND
PROFESSIONAL PHYSICAL EDUCATION (PE)

1998-1999 Bulletin Information

PE 100 Concepts of Health and Fitness 3 cr
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.
PE 101 PE Activity 1 cr
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.
PE 102 Weight Training 1 cr
A progressive resistance training course designed to improve muscular strength and
muscular endurance. May be repeated for credit.
PE 103 PE Activity 1 cr
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 charges for these activities.
PE 104 PE Activity 1 cr
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.
PE 105 PE Activity 1 cr
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.
PE 106 Gymnastics 1 cr
Instruction and practice in gymnastic skills. A varying-content course treating different
skill levels in gymnastics. May be repeated for credit.
PE 107 PE Activity 1 cr
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.
PE 110 Dance 1 cr
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.
PE 113 Creative Dance 1 cr
An introduction to the dance as an art form; the vocabulary of movement as a means of
self-expression. May be repeated for credit.
PE 114 Aerobics 1 cr
Aerobic exercise is a physical fitness program that offers complete and effective
conditioning. It involves jogging, jumping, lunging, kicking, and stretching to music.
PE 117 Ballet 1 cr
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.
PE 118 Jazz 1 cr
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.
PE 119 Modern Dance 1 cr
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.
PE 120 Tennis (Basic) 1 cr
Instruction and practice in beginning and intermediate tennis. May be repeated for credit.
PE 121 Golf (Basic) 1 cr
Instruction and practice in beginning golf. May be repeated for credit.
PE 122 Bowling 1 cr
Instruction and practice in beginning bowling. Requires special fee. May be repeated for
credit.
PE 123 Archery 1 cr
Instruction and practice in beginning archery. May be repeated for credit.
PE 125 Badminton 1 cr
Instruction and practice in beginning and intermediate badminton. May be repeated for
credit.
PE 130 Beginning Swimming 1 cr
Instruction and practice in beginning swimming and water safety. May be repeated for
credit.
PE 131 Intermediate Swimming 1 cr
Instruction and practice in intermediate swimming and water safety. May be repeated for
credit.
PE 141 Softball 1 cr
Instruction and practice in softball. May be repeated for credit.
PE 142 Volleyball 1 cr
Instruction and practice in volleyball. May be repeated for credit.
PE 143 Basketball 1 cr
Instruction and practice in basketball. May be repeated for credit.
PE 144 Soccer 1 cr
Instruction and practice in soccer. May be repeated for credit.
PE 147 Racquetball 1 cr
Instruction and practice in racquetball. May be repeated for credit.
PE 155 Martial Arts 1 cr
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.
PE 157 ICA-Varsity Sports 1 cr
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.
PE 166 Movement, Rhythms, and Developmental Activities 3 cr
Movement exploration experiences, developmental games, rhythmic and dance activities
are explained, developed, and practiced. Clinical or field experience required.
PE 201 Orientation to Health and Physical Education 3 cr
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.
PE 231 ARC Lifeguard Training 3 cr
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
depart-ment secretary for specific skill requirements.
PE 278 Sport and Human Behavior 3 cr
A study of the psychological and sociological aspects of sport and their relationship to
human behavior.
PE 282 Introduction to Athletic Training 3 cr
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.
PE 296 Observation in Athletic Training I 1 cr
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.
PE 297 Observation in Athletic Training II 1 cr
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.
PE 351 Sports Skills 3 cr
The development of skills and the understanding of fundamentals and strategies in
selected individual, dual, and team sports.
PE 370 Basic Motor Learning 3 cr
Study of the psychological, experimental, developmental, and social aspects of learning
in the psychomotor domain.
PE 372 Coaching Gymnastics 3 cr
History, theory, and fundamentals of coaching and officiating gymnastics.
PE 373 Coaching Volleyball 3 cr
History, theory, and fundamentals of coaching and officiating volleyball.
PE 374 Coaching Soccer 3 cr
History, theory, and fundamentals of coaching and officiating soccer.
PE 375 Coaching Football 3 cr
History, theory, and fundamentals of coaching and officiating football.
PE 376 Coaching Basketball 3 cr
History, theory, and fundamentals of coaching and officiating basketball.
PE 377 Coaching Baseball 3 cr
History, theory, and fundamentals of coaching and officiating baseball.
PE 378 Coaching Track and Field 3 cr
History, theory, and fundamentals of coaching and officiating track and field.
PE 380 Kinesiology 3 cr
Theory and application of the mechanical and anatomical principles of human movement.
PE 381* Evaluation and Measurement in Health and Physical Education 3 cr
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.
PE 385 Evaluation and Treatment of Athletic Injuries I 3 cr
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.
PE 386 Evaluation and Treatment of Athletic Injuries II 3 cr
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.
PE 396 Practicum in Athletic Training I 1 cr
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.
PE 397 Practicum in Athletic Training II 1 cr
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.
PE 429 Opening School Laboratory Experience 1 cr
Professional laboratory experiences of observation and participation at a local public
school.
PE 430* Student Teaching-Early Childhood/Elementary 6 cr
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.
PE 452* Methods of Teaching Physical Education (W) 3 cr
Organizing materials and developing methods of teaching physical education in
elementary, middle, and high schools.
PE 460* Student Teaching-Secondary 6 cr
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.
PE 461* Physical Education for Atypical Children and Youth 3 cr
Principles and techniques for adapting physical education activities to meet the needs of
children with special problems. Teaching candidacy required for Special Education majors
ONLY.
PE 470* Student Teaching in the N-12 Program 12 cr
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
Department.
PE 473 Problems in Health and Physical Education 3 cr
Special problems in health and physical education are assigned to individuals and to
groups of students.
PE 474 Sport and Fitness Conditioning 3 cr
Study of the theory, principles, methods, and techniques in the development,
implementation, and evaluation of various strength and conditioning programs designed to
enhance athletic per-formance and improve physical fitness. The conditioning needs of various
populations with disease and degenerative conditions will be examined.
PE 475 Organizations and Administration of Health and Physical Education (W) 3 cr
Planning, policies, administrative/management functions and duties in health and
physical education programs..
PE 476 Physiology of Exercise 3 cr
The study of the body's physiological responses and adaptations to exercise and training.
PE 477 Water Safety Instructor 3 cr
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 department secretary for specific skill
requirements.
PE 478 Coaching Theory 3 cr
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.
PE 480 Rehabilitation of Athletic Injuries 3 cr
Theory, current research, principles, application and techniques of rehabilitation used to
treat injuries to athletes and the physically active are studied. Psychological and physical
parameters of rehabilitation and exercise conditioning are presented.
PE 481 Therapeutic Modalities in Athletic Training 3 cr
Theory, current research, principles, application and techniques of various therapeutic
modalities used in treating athletes and the physically active are studied.
PE 482 Advanced Athletic Training 3 cr
Advanced and contemporary topics, issues, and application in athletic training.
PE 490 Special Topics in HPELS 3 cr
A varying content course treating different aspects of health, physical education, and
leisure studies. May be repeated for credit when course content varies.
PE 494 Directed Study in Health, PE and Leisure Studies 1-3 cr
Directed research. Prerequisite: Permission of Department. No more than two directed
studies can be counted toward the Bachelor's Degree and Class B Certification.
PE 495 Internship in HPELS 1-12 cr
Observation and supervised practicum experiences in a professional setting. May be
repeated for credit not to exceed 12 hours. Special Permission Required.
PE 496 Practicum in Athletic Training III 1 cr
A practical and clinical experience to allow students to develop and master skills,
methods, and techniques associated with various therapeutic exercise and
rehabilitation/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.
PE 497 Practicum in Athletic Training IV 1 cr
A practical and clinical experience to allow students to develop and master skills,
methods, and techniques associated with various therapeutic modalities in
rehabilitation/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.
PE 499 Clinical Internship in Athletic Training 6 cr
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.

* Only for students admitted to teacher candidacy.

Department of Health, Physical Education, and Leisure Studies

College of Education