Physical Education

Physical Education

Associate Professor Stieger (Chair); Assistant Professors Tyree; Instructor Tucker; Adjunct Assistant Professor Moore; Adjunct Instructors Daugherty, Hayes, Seibert.

The Physical Education Department seeks to provide students with knowledge and skills designed to enhance the quality of campus life as well as to provide them with suitable basic experiences for lifelong personal use.

Although physical education within a school setting is a continuing area of professional opportunity, personal physical activity and enjoyment of spectator sports has created new areas of opportunity for the physical educator: adult fitness, leisure services, exercise science, sports writing and broadcasting, and sports management. Students can select courses from the departmental curriculum to reflect these new areas.

Degree. Completion of the degree requirements of the College of Arts and Sciences with a major in physical education leads to the Bachelor of Science in Physical Education degree. The Sports Management major and Exercise Science major are noted on a student's transcript as Physical Education: Sports Management or Physical Education: Exercise Science.

Physical Education Major. A minimum of 28 credit hours in physical education constitutes a major. Courses must include PE 150, 190, 230, 235, 240, 350, 370, 410, and 440. In addition, students must complete BIO 151, 152, and 205, CHEM 111, and PSY 110.

Physical Education Minor. A minimum of 18 credit hours in physical education constitutes a minor. Courses must include PE 150, 190, 230, and 370.

Physical Education Teacher Education. Students who plan to teach elementary or secondary schools with a major or minor in Physical Education must also complete a complementary major in secondary education.

The Physical Education Teacher Education Major: All Levels (Early/Middle Childhood, Middle Level, Adolescence/Young Adult). This teaching major requires a minimum of 53

credit hours. Courses must include PE 150, 170, 180, 190, 210, 211, 230, 235, 240, 250, 260, 270, 350, 360, 370, 389, 410, 440, and 489. Additionally, students must pass all portions of the Pre-Professional Skills Test (PPST) and gain formal admission into the Teacher Education program in the Education Department. The complementary major in Secondary Education for Physical Education Teacher Education students includes the following: ED 203, 204, 305, 370, 460, SPED 440, ED 485, and 459.

Physical Education Teaching Middle School/Secondary Major (Middle Level, Adolescence/Young Adult). This teaching major requires a minimum of 36 credit hours. Courses must include PE 150, 180, 190, 235, 240, 250, 260, 340, 370, 410, and 440. Additionally, students must pass all portions of the Pre-Professional Skills Test (PPST) and gain formal admission into the Teacher Education program in the Education Department.

Physical Education Teaching Middle School/Secondary Minor (Middle Level, Adolescence/Young Adult). This teaching minor requires a minimum of 23 credit hours. Courses must include PE 150, 170, 180, 190, 235, 240, 260, 389, and 370 or 440. In addition, students must complete BIO 151 and 152.

Health Education Content Area. This teaching minor requires a minimum of 21 credit hours. Courses must include PE 190, 230, 235, BIO 151, 152, 205 and SOC 160.

Coaching Certificate. This certificate requires a minimum of 17 credit hours. Courses must include PE 180, 190, 220, 235, 310, 370, and 440.

Sports Management Major. A minimum of 30 credit hours in physical education is required. Courses must include PE 150, 220, 233, 240, 310, 320, 333, 343, 410, 473, 486 (3 credit hours). Either the Senior Project or the Internship must be an off-campus experience. In addition, students must complete COMM 100 and 265, and the 21-credit Liberal Arts Business Minor.

Exercise Science Major. A minimum of 24 credit hours in physical education is required. Courses must include PE 150, 220, 370, 387,410, 440, 473 (3 credits) 477. In

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addition, students must complete PHYS 111, PSY 201, either BIO 205 or BIO 260, and a minor in either chemistry or human biology.

Exercise Science Minor. The exercise science minor requires a minimum of 15 credit hours in physical education. Courses must include PE 150, 220, 370, 387, 440, 477. In addition, students must also complete BIO 205 or BIO 260.

Approval of Schedules. All students pursuing a major or minor in the Department, and all students who plan to achieve certification in the teaching of physical education must have their schedules approved by the Chair of the Department or a departmental adviser before each registration period.

Basic Courses in Physical Education. All students must take one credit hour of Fitness Principles and Activities courses PE 101-105. Each section meets twice a week for fourteen weeks. Anyone who has served in the Armed Forces for at least one year is exempted from this requirement, except a National Guard member.

No more than four credit hours earned in PE 100-149 may be counted toward any degree.

PE 101. Individual Exercise.

0+2, Cr. 1. Principles and physiology of physical fitness with topics such as resistive exercise training, nutrition and aerobic conditioning. A personalized exercise program is developed.

PE 102. Aerobic Dance.

0+2, Cr. 1. Principles and physiology of physical fitness is included in conjunction with the physical activities involved in an aerobic dance program.

PE 103. Aerobic Run.

0+2, Cr. 1. Principles and physiology of physical fitness is included in conjunction with the physical activities involved in an aerobic run program.

PE 104. Aerobic Swim.

0+2, Cr. 1. Principles and physiology of physical fitness is included in conjunction with the physical activities involved in an aerobic swim program.

PE 105. Weight Training.

0+2, Cr. 1. Principles and physiology of physical fitness is included in conjunction with the physical activities involved in a weight training program.

PE 106-149. Elective Activities.

0+1, Cr. 0.5. Individual, dual, team, indoor and outdoor activities are presented in various combinations. A specific activity may not be repeated for credit. Each course meets twice a week for seven weeks. S/U graded only.

PE 150. Introduction to Physical Education.

Cr. 1. Seven weeks course. An introductory course for students interested in physical education. The course provides an opportunity for students to explore physical education: teacher education, athletic training, exercise science or sports management as fields of study.

PE 160. Advanced Lifesaving/Lifeguarding.

1+2, Cr. 2. Analysis and practice of skills in swimming and lifesaving which lead to an American Red Cross Advanced Lifesaving Certificate (2 Cr.). Analysis and practice of skills in swimming, lifesaving and lifeguarding which lead to an American Red Cross Lifeguarding Certificate (2 Cr.: Mini or Summer Session only). Prerequisite: Intermediate Swim, instructor's approval.

PE 170. Water Safety Instruction.

1+2, Cr. 2. A study of the techniques for teaching swimming and lifesaving. This course leads to an American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor's Certificate. Additional hours may be announced. Prerequisite: PE 160 or approval of instructor.

PE 180. Officiating in Sports.

Cr. 1. May be offered as a seven weeks course. A study of the general principles and techniques involved in officiating interscholastic sports. May lead to state certification when appropriate. Because the course is divided into one-credit sections each dealing with a specific sport, no section may be repeated for credit.

PE 190. First Aid, Health and Safety.

Cr. 2. Seven weeks course. A study of the prevention and emergency care of sudden illness and injury, which leads to American Red Cross Certification in Advanced First Aid Responding to Emergencies and Community CPR.

PE 210. Team Sports.

Cr. 1. Seven weeks course. Skills, knowledge, attitudes and appreciation of team sports such as football, soccer, baseball, softball, and basketball.

PE 211. Individual Sports.

Cr. 1. Seven weeks course. Skills, knowledge, attitudes and appreciation of individual and dual sports such as golf, badminton, racquetball, and tennis.

PE 220. Coaching Theory.

Cr. 1-2. Seven week course. The 1-credit sections involve a study of the methods and principles of coaching interscholastic and intercollegiate

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PE 290. Special Topics in Recreation and Leisure Studies.

Cr. 1-3. An open topic course which may investigate various topics pertaining to recreational and leisure programs (e.g., organization of intramural programs, adult fitness, outdoor recreation program management, pool management, SCUBA).

PE 310/510. Psychology of Sport.

Cr. 3. A study of the competitive sports experience, with emphasis on the multidimensional factors involved in the psychology of sport. Prerequisite: PSY 110.

PE 320/520. Sport and Society.

Cr. 3. A study of the role of sports in society and the effects of culture and society on sports.

PE 333/533. Management and Development of Facilities.

Cr. 3. The course explores planning, developing, and managing sports facilities. Students examine existing facilities and plan for the development and management of new sports facilities. Prerequisite: PE 233 or approval of the Chair of the Department.

PE 340. Movement and Learning.

2+2, Cr. 3. Introduction to human motor development emphasizing major theoretical viewpoints; factors affecting motor development including physiological change, perceptual change, cognitive change, sociocultural practices, and intervention. The course will have applications to kinesiology, motor learning, adapted physical education, and both elementary and secondary education.

PE 343/543. Sports Marketing, Promotions and Fund Raising.

Cr. 3. A study of the roles of marketing, promotions, and fund raising in the sports enterprise. Students are involved in planning and organizing programs in these areas. Students also receive experience in implementing a group project on campus or in a community setting. Prerequisite: PE 233 or approval of the Chair of the Department.

PE 350. Methods of Middle School Physical Education.

1+2, Cr. 2. A study of methods designed to address the specific needs of middle school physical education students. Course topics include specific needs of middle school learners, including teaching behaviors, instructional styles and strategies, and new technologies.

PE 360. Adapted Physical Education.

Cr. 3. A study of the needs and problems of the exceptional individual with emphasis on adapting appropriate activities to meet these needs.

sports. The 2-credit section also includes a study of the methods associated with the planning, periodization, peaking, and bio-motor development in coaching. Students will develop a comprehensive seasonal plan for a specific sport. The 1-credit sections may not be repeated with the same sport.

PE 230. Seminar in Health.

Cr. 3. A study of the human body in health and disease. Included are discussions of major American health concerns, their incidence and prevention.

PE 233. Theory and Principles of Sports Management.

Cr. 3. This is the foundations course for the Sports Management concentration. The course includes a study of the sports enterprise and the management function within these settings. Students are exposed to basic organizational and problem-solving techniques.

PE 235. Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries.

2+2, Cr. 3. An investigation of principles pertaining to the prevention and care of athletic injuries. Prerequisite: approval of the instructor.

PE 240. Philosophical, Historical and Organizational Perspectives in Physical Education.

Cr. 3. A study of the philosophical, historical, organizational and administrative aspects of physical education.

PE 250. Dance Patterns and Forms.

2+2, Cr. 3. A study of dance with emphasis on modern, folk, social and square dance forms as well as teaching techniques.

PE 260. Gymnastics.

1+2, Cr. 2. This course consists of methods and teaching cues of apparatus and tumbling techniques. May meet three times a week.

PE 270. The Learning Potentialities of the

Out-of-Doors.

1+2, Cr. 2. Seven weeks course. An experience of learning opportunities as provided by camping and outdoor education, including outdoor elementary educational activities. Field trips are required as part of the laboratory experience.

PE 289. Physical Education and Health Methods for Classroom Teachers.

Cr. 2. This course offers content, methods, and materials in health and physical education for elementary classroom teachers. Health and physical education lesson planning, peer teaching, cross-curricular lessons, rhythms and multi-cultural games will be included in course work. Prerequisite: sophomore standing.

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PE 370. Kinesiology.

2+2, Cr. 3. A study and application of the kinesiological and biomechanical principles of movement. Prerequisite: BIO 151.

PE 387. Fitness Assessment and Exercise Prescription.

Cr. 3. Introduction to physiological testing protocols, fitness evaluations and the design of exercise prescriptions based on direct and indirect measures, e.g., oxygen uptake, heart rate, caloric expenditure. Areas of study include but are not limited to cardiac rehabilitation, COPD, diabetes, pregnancy, youth and the elderly. Prerequisite: BIO 151, 152 or approval of the instructor.

PE 389. Teaching Physical Education in the Elementary School.

Cr. 3. Focuses on planning, teaching, and evaluating a developmental physical education program for elementary school students. Includes lab experience designed to enhance planning, management and teaching skills.

PE 410/515. Measurement and Evaluation in Physical Education.

Cr. 3. An analysis of evaluation techniques for activities and an investigation of the measure of central tendency, statistical designs, computer use and empirical research for physical education.

PE 440. Physiology of Exercise.

2+2, Cr. 3. An investigation of the physiological response of the human body to exercise and training, with laboratory experience. Prerequisite: BIO 152.

PE 473. Physical Education Senior Project.

Cr. 3. A personal investigation of a specific area in the field of Physical Education, Sports Management, or Exercise Science. Students utilize research techniques common to the field and culminate the experience with a written report. Prerequisites: senior standing and approval of the Chair of the Department.

PE 477. Advanced Physiology of Exercise.

Cr. 3. Critical review of the most current exercise science literature. Topics include biochemistry of exercise, carbohydrate metabolism, ergogenic aids, muscle physiology, endocrine physiology

and cardiac rehabilitation. Prerequisites: PE 370, 387, 440, CHEM 122, or approval of the instructor.

PE 486. Internship in Physical Education or Athletics.

Cr. 1-3. An opportunity for students to gain practical experience under careful supervision by working in university programs or offices, public agencies or businesses, sport clubs, sports medicine clinics, community or adult fitness programs, high schools, media and communications, programs for the elderly, athletic administration, intramural and facility management or other appropriate work experiences. Objectives, evaluations and procedures for the conduct of the course are jointly planned by the student, the instructor and the program supervisor. This course may be repeated for a maximum of six credit hours. Prerequisites: junior standing, approval of the instructor and consent of the Chair of the Department.

PE 489. The Teaching of Physical Education.

Cr. 3. (See ED 489.) A study of the methods of teaching physical education in the elementary and secondary schools. This course may not be counted towards a major or minor in Physical Education. Prerequisite: admission to Teacher Education.

PE 490. Special Topics in Physical Education.

Cr. 1-3. An open-topic course which examines a variety of topics pertaining to the needs of the physical educator, e.g., motor learning, curriculum construction, advanced athletic conditioning, current issues in physical education.

PE 495. Independent Group Study.

Cr. 1-3. A personal investigation of a research-oriented concern pertaining to physical education. This course may be repeated for a maximum of six credit hours. Prerequisite: approval of the instructor and consent of the Chair of the Department.

PE 497. Honors Work in Physical Education.

Cr. 3. See Honors Work, page 53.

PE 498. Honors Candidacy in Physical Education.

Cr. 3. See Honors Work, page 53.