PE 100 FOUNDATIONS OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION
2 credits
An introduction to the foundations of sport, fitness, and physical education professions. Examines the historical, sociological, and psychological concepts, issues, and current trends. This course is designed for students who intend to major in Physical Education. Fall.

PE 140 INTRODUCTION TO ATHLETIC TRAINING
2 credits
An orientation for students applying to the Athletic Training major. Includes the historical perspective of athletic training as a career, introduction of legal concerns and basic terminology related to athletic training. Provides opportunities to develop basic clinical skills and knowledge through observation hours and skills proficiencies. Lecture and labs. Prerequisites: Permission of instructor. Fall, Spring.

PE 141 PERSONAL HEALTH
2 credits
An introduction to a broad range of concepts in personal health. Topics covered include emotional health, stress and stress management, nutrition, drugs and alcohol, tobacco, family planning and safe sexual practices, the aging process, infectious diseases, heart disease, cancer and other noncommunicable diseases, and physical activity benefits. Prerequisites: Permission of instructor. Fall.

PE 150-199 SPORT AND LEISURE ACTIVITIES
1 credit each (2 credits as noted) Each course provides an opportunity for students to acquire basic knowledge, skills, and techniques in a sport or leisure activity. Designed for non-PE majors. Graded Pass/Fail.

PE 150-155 AQUATICS

PE 150 Beginning Swimming. Fall.

PE 152 Aquatics Conditioning. Fall.

PE 154 Lifeguard Training
2 credits
Note: Candidates must pass a swimming competency test given on the first day of class. This course provides an opportunity for students to acquire basic knowledge, skills, and techniques in a sport or leisure activity. Designed for non-PE majors. Graded Pass/Fail. Fall, Spring.

PE 155 Water Safety Instructor
2 credits
Note: Candidates must pass a written water safety exam and a swimming competency test on the first day of class. This course provides an opportunity for students to acquire basic knowledge, skills, and techniques in a sport or leisure activity. Designed for non-PE majors. Graded Pass/Fail. Spring.

PE 160-162 Physical Conditioning

PE 161 Strength Training. Fall, Spring.

PE 162 Tension Control. Fall, Spring.

PE 176-184 Individual Sports

PE 176 Badminton. Fall.

PE 177 Golf. Fall.

PE 181 Tennis. Fall.

PE 185-186 Team Sports

PE 185 Volleyball. Fall, 1st quarter.

PE 186 Basketball. Spring, 4th quarter.

PE 191 FIRST AID AND CPR FOR THE PROFESSIONAL RESCUER
First aid and CPR for the Professional Rescuer procedures for certification. Fall, Spring.

PE 200 APPLIED KINESIOLOGY
Study of the skeletal and muscular systems as applied to physical education activities. Mechanical analysis of basic motor patterns and sports skills using video and high-speed film. Lecture and labs. Prerequisites: BIO 230 or permission of instructor. Fall, Spring.

PE 201 PHYSIOLOGY OF EXERCISE
The study of physiological principles and adaptations to exercise and physical activity. Focuses on the scientific evaluation and understanding of immediate and long-term effects of exercise on the human body. Emphasis placed on the muscular, cardiovascular, endocrine and respiratory systems. Lecture and labs. Prerequisites: BIO 230 and BIO 232 or permission of instructor. Fall, Spring, Summer.

PE 210 INTRODUCTION TO COACHING
3 credits
Course is designed as an introduction to coaching. Topics covered include developing a personal coaching philosophy, planning for coaching, conditioning for sport participation, effective teaching of sport skills, sport psychology, legal responsibilities, and nutrition for competition. Spring.

PE 240 EMERGENCY RESPONSE
Emergency Response and CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer provides knowledge and skills to assess and manage emergencies for all ages including sudden illnesses, trauma injuries, shock, oxygen therapy, cardiac and respiratory arrest, safety and disease related issues are addressed throughout. Lecture and labs. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Fall, Spring.

PE 241-289 MAJOR SKILLS AND TECHNIQUES
1 credit each (2 credits as noted)

PE 241 Techniques of Athletic Taping
1 credit
This laboratory course is designed to present an introduction of techniques used when applying athletic taping, compressive/ supportive wrapping and padding for sports injuries. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Spring.

PE 242 Management of Cardiac and Respiratory Emergencies
1 credit
Provides recertification for CPR for the Professional Rescuer, develops skills and knowledge in respiratory and circulatory emergency management, develop skills for AED and oxygen administration, and provides blood pathogen training. May be repeated for a total of 3 credits. Must have current certification in CPR for the Professional Rescuer. Fall, Spring.

PE 255 Developmental Movement
2 credits
Develops skill and knowledge to perform and teach fundamental motor skills. Teaching emphasis on skill practice, feedback, skill application, and incorporating cognitive objectives. Prerequisite: PE major or permission of instructor. Fall.

PE 256 Rhythms
2 credits
Develops skill and knowledge to perform and teach selected rhythmic activities. Teaching emphasis on cueing. Prerequisites: PE 360 and PE major, or permission of instructor. Spring. Designed for non-PE majors. Graded Pass/Fail.

PE 260 Total Fitness
2 credits
Develops skills and basic knowledge related to principles of physical fitness. Students will have opportunities to participate in various fitness activities. Teaching emphasis on leading warm-up. Prerequisite: PE major or permission of instructor. Fall, Spring.

PE 261 Fitness Curriculum for K-12 Learners
1 credit
Provides students with opportunities to plan health-related physical fitness curriculum for K-12 learners. Teaching emphasis will be on designing learning experiences and activity demonstration/explanation with feedback. Prerequisites: PE 260 and PE major, or permission of instructor. Spring.

PE 265 Secondary Activities
1 credit
Develops skill and knowledge to perform and teach selected secondary activities. Teaching emphasis on game supervision, including teachable moments, cueing, and incorporating affective (psychosocial) objectives. Prerequisite: PE major or permission of instructor. Spring.

PE 268 Outdoor Skills
1 credit
Provides students with basic knowledge and introductory experiences in outdoor leisure activities that would be appropriate to be taught in a physical education setting. Emphasis is on learning to provide safe outdoor experiences for physical education students. Prerequisites: PE 360 and PE major, or permission of instructor. Spring.

PE 278 Racquet Sports
2 credits
Develops skill and knowledge to perform and teach selected racquet sports. Teaching emphasis on skill practice and group feedback. Prerequisite: PE major or permission of instructor. Spring.

PE 282 Track and Field
1 credit
Develops skill and knowledge to perform and teach track and field. Teaching emphasis on leading warm-up and skill review and practice with feedback. Prerequisites: PE 360 and PE major, or permission of instructor. Fall.

PE 283 Gymnastics
2 credits
Develops skill and knowledge to perform and teach gymnastics. Teaching emphasis on leading warm-up, skill review and practice with feedback, and incorporating cognitive and affective goals. Prerequisite: PE major or permission of instructor. Spring.

PE 285 Volleyball
1 credit
Develops skill and knowledge to perform and teach volleyball. Teaching emphasis on skill review and individual and group feedback. Prerequisite: PE major or permission of instructor. Fall.

PE 286 Basketball
1 credit
Develops skill and knowledge to perform and teach basketball. Teaching emphasis on skill practice, individual feedback, and officiating. Prerequisite: PE major, or permission of instructor. Spring.

PE 287 Softball
1 credit
Develops skill and knowledge to perform and teach softball. Teaching emphasis on skill review and practice with feedback. Prerequisite: PE major or permission of instructor. Fall.

PE 288 Soccer/Speedball
1 credit
Develops skill and knowledge to perform and teach soccer and speedball. Teaching emphasis on skill demonstration/ explanation. Prerequisite: PE major or permission of instructor. Fall.

PE 290 SPECIAL TOPICS
1-6 credits
Study of a selected topic in physical education. May be repeated as topics change. Prerequisite: PE major or permission of instructor. Fall, Spring.

PE 298 INDEPENDENT STUDY
1-6 credits
An opportunity for a qualified student to explore work in an area of individual interest, selected and pursued in consultation with a faculty member. Consent required of the instructor who will supervise the independent study. May be repeated for a total of 6 credits. Fall, Spring.

PE 340 PREVENTION AND CARE OF ATHLETIC INJURIES
An introduction to the primary mechanisms of athletic injuries, techniques of injury prevention including specialized equipment for collision sports, basic knowledge presented dealing with injury specific to extremities and head, and the impact of the Certified Athletic Trainer in the prevention and care of athletic injuries. Lecture and labs. Prerequisites: PE 140, PE 240, and Athletic Training major, or permission of instructor. Fall.

PE 341 EVALUATION OF THE LOWER EXTREMITY AND AXIAL REGION
Analyzes the inflammatory process and the implications for treatment of sports injuries. Identifies of signs, symptoms and pathology of common sports injuries of the lower extremity and axial region. The evaluation process including history, observation, palpation, range of motion, joint stability, muscle function and special tests. Lecture and labs. Prerequisites: PE 200, PE 340, PE 383, and Athletic Training major, or permission of instructor. Spring.

PE 342 THERAPEUTIC MODALITIES
Provides knowledge and skills in the application of contemporary therapeutics modalities used in the treatment of athletic injuries. Modalities covered are classified as thermal agents, electrical agents or mechanical agents. Emphasis is placed on physiological effects, therapeutic indications and contraindications, and clinical application. Lecture and labs. Prerequisites: PE 340, PE 383, and PE Athletic Training major, or permission of instructor. Spring.

PE 343 CLINICAL EXERCISE THERAPY
Design and modification of rehabilitation protocols based on evaluation of structural and functional pathology, postural anomalies, and gait modification. Includes multiple methods and techniques of therapeutic exercise emphasizing basic principles and specific rehabilitation programs. Resistance training and cardiovascular conditioning program design for prevention of sports injuries. Lecture and labs. Prerequisites: PE 341, PE 342, PE 384, and Athletic Training major, or permission of instructor. Fall.

PE 344 SPORTS NUTRITION
An introduction to Sports Nutrition, including the digestion, absorption, and assimilation of food nutrients; bioenergetics in training; optimal nutrition for sports and exercise; thermoregulation and fluid balance; body composition, weight control, and disordered eating. Prerequisites: CHEM 100 or CHEM 103, PE 201, and Athletic Training or PE major, or permission of instructor. Spring.

PE 360 TEACHING PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Developmental characteristics and needs in relation to physical education and curriculum planning. Emphasis on the development of effective teaching skills including planning and preparation, the classroom environment (classroom management and interpersonal relationships), instruction, and professional responsibilities. Prerequisites: EDUC 100, EDSP 202, and PE major, or permission of instructor. Spring.

PE 361 ADAPTED PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Treats legal issues and the concept of inclusion as they apply to the physical educator. Motor and perceptual motor development, screening, and programming. Adaptation of physical education activities to meet special needs of students. Individual child work included. Prerequisites: PE 360 and PE major, or permission of instructor. Fall.

PE 362 ORGANIZATION AND ADMINISTRATION OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS
Issues related to the organization and delivery of PE programs including philosophy, licensure, program standards, curricular approaches to programming, collaboration, advocacy, and behavior, resource, and risk management. Prerequisites: PE 360 and PE major, or permission of instructor. Spring.

PE 363 ASSESSMENT OF K-12 PE LEARNERS
2 credits
Overviews the purpose of evaluation in K-12 physical education programs. Program standards and various methods of evaluation are examined. Emphasis is placed on designing effective assessment tools that are aligned with program objectives as well as methods for using and reporting results. Prerequisites: PE 360 and PE major, or permission of instructor. Spring.

PE 371 PRACTICUM: COACHING
1-6 credits
Provides an experience in coaching within a public school or recreational sport program designed to give the student an opportunity to plan, implement and evaluate selected activities such as practice sessions, conditioning programs, and game strategies. Maximum of 6 credits. Prerequisites: PE 210 and permission of instructor. Fall, Spring.

PE 375 PRACTICUM: TEACHING ELEMENTARY
1-6 credits
Provides an opportunity for students to plan, teach, and evaluate Physical Education lessons and units at the elementary school level, apply knowledge of elementary school children, and understand the role of Physical Education within the school curriculum. Maximum of 6 credits. Prerequisites: PE 255, PE 360 (grade C or higher), admission to the PE major, admission to Teacher Education, and current certification in CPR for the Professional Rescuer and Standard First Aid. Cannot be taken concurrently with PE 376. Fall, Spring.

PE 376 PRACTICUM: TEACHING SECONDARY
1-6 credits
Provides an opportunity for students to plan, implement, and evaluate secondary level Physical Education programs, gain knowledge of the school environment, and develop an understanding of the social and psychological dynamics experienced by novice teachers. Maximum of 6 credits. Prerequisites: PE 360 (grade C or higher), admission to the PE major, admission to Teacher Education, and current certification in CPR for the Professional Rescuer and Standard First Aid. Cannot be taken concurrently with PE 375. Fall, Spring.

PE 383 CLINICAL ATHLETIC TRAINING I
2 credits
A supervised clinical experience designed to provide an opportunity for students to apply previously learned knowledge and skills in an athletic training setting. Responsibilities reflect an introductory level of cognitive, psychomotor and affective skills. Cannot be taken concurrently with participation in varsity or club sport. Prerequisites: Permission of instructor. Fall.

PE 384 Clinical athletic training II
2 credits
A supervised clinical experience designed to provide an opportunity for students to apply previously learned knowledge and skills in an athletic training setting. Responsibilities reflect an intermediate level of cognitive, psychomotor, and affective skills. Cannot be taken concurrently with participation in varsity or club sport. Prerequisites: PE 340, PE 383, and PE or Athletic Training major, or permission of instructor. Spring.

PE 400 BIOMECHANICS
3 credits
Review of basic mechanical principles related to human movement. Application of these principles to everyday skills and to Physical Education activities. Prerequisite: PE 200, PE 201, or permission of instructor. Fall.

PE 440 EVALUATION OF THE UPPER EXTREMITY AND SPINE
Analysis of the inflammatory process and implications for treatment of sports injuries and the identification of signs, symptoms and pathology of common sports injuries of the upper extremity and spine. The evaluation process including history, observation, palpation, range of motion, joint stability, muscle function and special tests. Lecture and labs. Prerequisites: PE 341, PE 384, and Athletic Training major, or permission of instructor. Spring.

PE 441 PHARMACOLOGY AND PATHOLOGY FOR ATHLETIC TRAINERS
Provides knowledge of pharmacology application in athletic training including pharmakinetics, indications and contraindications for pharmacological agents used in the treatment of sports injuries. Provides knowledge and skills in the identification of etiology, signs and symptoms, treatment alternatives and assessment for general medical conditions with applications for athletic trainers. Prerequisites: PE 440, PE 483, and Athletic Training major, or permission of instructor. Spring.

PE 443 ADMINISTRATION OF ATHLETIC TRAINING
Introduction to the managerial tasks and administrative issues regarding athletic training including successful management skills, staffing, financial resource management, information management, athletic injury insurance, legal considerations, employment techniques and the formal interview process. Information on current sports medicine policies for national athletic governing organizations. Prerequisites: PE 440, PE 483, and Athletic Training major, or permission of instructor. Spring.

PE 460 EXPERIMENTAL DESIGN AND ANALYSIS FOR PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Introduction to practical methods and techniques for experimental design and analysis. Topics include simple distributions, correlation, regression, basic statistical tests (both parametric and nonparametric), analysis of variance through factorial analysis, and analysis of frequencies. Prerequisite: Athletic Training or PE major or permission of instructor. Fall, Spring.

PE 475 STUDENT TEACHING: ELEMENTARY
6 credits
Full-time placement in an elementary physical education setting. Supervision provided by college supervisor and field-based professional toward mastery of principles, attitudes, and techniques for successful teaching. Graded Pass/Fail. Prerequisite: Permission of Teacher Education Office. Fall, Spring.

PE 476 STUDENT TEACHING: SECONDARY
6 credits
Full-time placement in a secondary physical education setting. Supervision provided by college supervisor and field-based professional toward mastery of principles, attitudes, and techniques for successful teaching. Graded Pass/Fail. Prerequisite: Permission of Teacher Education Office. Fall, Spring.

PE 477 STUDENT TEACHING SEMINAR
Issues faced by physical education professionals in schools including but not limited to school policies and procedures, behavior management, record keeping, assessing student performance, student equity, collaboration, technology, advocacy, professional development, licensure, job search, interview skills. Corequisites: PE 475 and PE 476. Fall, Spring.

PE 483 CLINICAL ATHLETIC TRAINING III
Supervised clinical experience that provides students with an opportunity to demonstrate their ability to problem solve, employ critical thinking skills and integrate previously learned knowledge and skills. Responsibilities reflect an advanced level of cognitive, psychomotor and affective skills. Cannot be taken concurrently with participation in varsity or club sport. Prerequisites: PE 341, PE 342, PE, 384 and Athletic Training major, or permission of instructor. Fall.

PE 484 CLINICAL ATHLETIC TRAINING IV
A supervised clinical experience designed to provide the student with an opportunity to demonstrate analytical decision-making and refine clinical application of previously learned knowledge and skills. Responsibilities reflect an advanced, accomplished level of cognitive, psychomotor and affective skills. Cannot be taken concurrently with participation in varsity or club sport. Prerequisites: PE 341, PE 342, PE 440, PE 483, and Athletic Training major, or permission of instructor. Spring.

PE 490 ADVANCED SPECIAL TOPICS
1-6 credits
Study of a selected topic in Physical Education at an advanced level. May be repeated as topics change. Prerequisite: PE major or permission of instructor. Fall, Spring.

PE 493 ATHLETIC TRAINING EXTERNSHIP
6 credits
An intensive clinical experience at an off campus site providing students with an opportunity to demonstrate analytical decisionmaking and refine clinical application of knowledge and skills. Includes exposure to diverse allied health settings. Cannot be taken concurrently with participation in varsity or club sport. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Fall, Spring.

PE 494 ATHLETIC TRAINING PRACTICUM
2 credits
A supervised experience designed to provide the advanced student with an intensive experience in rehabilitation of sports injuries. Provides the pre-professional student an opportunity to refine and demonstrate decision-making skills in the application of theory to practical situations. Cannot be taken concurrently with participation in varsity or club sport. Prerequisites: PE 341, PE 342, PE 343, PE 440, PE 484, and Athletic Training major, or permission of instructor. Fall, Spring.

PE 495 SEMINAR
1-6 credits
Small group discussion of problems and issues in Physical Education. May be repeated as seminar topics change. Prerequisite: PE major or permission of instructor. Spring.

PE 498 INDEPENDENT STUDY
1-6 credits
Advanced independent study. The student completes a written research project under supervision of a PE faculty member who, in consultation with the dean of Professional and Graduate Studies, determines the credit value. May be repeated for a total of 6 credits. Prerequisites: PE major and permission of instructor. Fall, Spring.