Health & Physical Education Courses
Health
HLTH 2513 Principles of Personal Health
A study of principles, problems, and practices involved in the improvement of individual and community health. The course is designed to stimulate a greater appreciation and understanding of health for more intelligent self direction of health behavior and safety awareness. (3 Credits)
HLTH 2523 First Aid and Safety (Responding to Emergencies)
Fundamentals, techniques, and practice of first aid as prescribed by the responding to emergencies course of the American Red Cross. Emphasis is given to programs of accident prevention in school, home, recreation and traffic. Certification may be earned in standard first aid and community CPR (adult, infant, and child) through the American Red Cross. (3 Credits)
HLTH 2553 Basic Physiology of Activity
A basic study of the organs and systems of the human body, with particular emphasis on the effects of physical activity on the functioning of the system. (3 Credits)
Physical Education
PE 1012 Fitness for Life
A course designed for students who wish to improve their personal physical fitness. Activities in the course will provide the student with the opportunity to develop physical strength, cardiovascular endurance, and flexibility. The student will have the opportunity to be certified in ARC/Adult CPR. Motivational materials provided by the instructor will be included in this study so that students can assess and select future fitness activities. (2 Credits)
PE 1022 Physical Conditioning I
The purpose of this course is to provide an understanding and personal appreciation of the relationship of physical activity and fitness to health so that the individual will select an appropriate personal life-style for optimal lifelong health and well being. The course is a conditioning class consisting of physical fitness tests, weight room activities, and cardiovascular conditioning. Emphasis upon self-improvement as related to fitness, conditioning, strength development, weight loss or gain, and decreasing or increasing body measurements. (2 Credits)
PE 1032 Physical Conditioning II
Physical Conditioning II is a continuation of Physical Conditioning I. (2 Credits)
PE 1301 Recreational Games
The course is designed for individuals who wish to be introduced to a variety of recreational games. It is designed to develop the basic skills, knowledge, and techniques of badminton, pickle ball, volleyball, table tennis, racquetball, wallyball, and horseshoes. (1 Credit)
PE 1421 Beginning Racquetball
Designed for individuals who wish to learn the basic fundamentals of racquetball. The course includes the fundamental skills and techniques needed to play racquetball successfully. It also includes the knowledge of rules, terminology, etiquette, and strategy. (1 Credit)
PE 2421 Intermediate Racquetball
Review of the game of racquetball: rules, etiquette, and selection of equipment. Develop racquetball skills with emphasis upon serves, backhand, and strategy. For students who have already acquired basic skills. (1 Credit)
PE 1461 Fundamentals of Archery
Fundamentals, techniques, and practice in recreational archery. (1 Credit)
PE 1481 Beginning Tennis
Introduction to the basic skills, rules and strategy of tennis. (1 Credit)
PE 2481 Intermediate Tennis
Instruction in skill, strategy, and techniques of tennis. (1 Credit)
PE 1491 Badminton
Introduction to the basic skills, rules, and strategy of badminton. (1 Credit)
PE 1501 Beginning Golf
An introduction to the basic skills, rules, and strategy of golf. (1 Credit)
PE 2501 Intermediate Golf
Instruction in skills, strategy, and techniques of golf for students who have already acquired basic skills in golf. (1 Credit)
PE 1601 Soccer
Introduction to the basic skills, rules, and strategy of soccer. (1 Credit)
PE 1611 Basketball
Introduction to the basic skills, rules, and strategy of basketball. (1 Credit)
PE 1621 Volleyball
Introduction to the basic skills, rules, and strategy of volleyball. (1 Credit)
PE 1623 Concepts of Fitness
Provides knowledge and appreciation of the importance of physical activity for lifelong health, wellness, and a quality life; provides opportunities for psychomotor development. A required course for physical education majors. The course may be taken by the general population. It will satisfy the 2 hours activity physical education requirement for the core curriculum. (3 Credits)
PE 1651 Softball
Introduction to the basic skills, rules and strategy of softball. (1 Credit)
PE 1701 Beginning Bowling
The course is designed for individuals who wish to learn the basic fundamentals of bowling. The course includes the fundamental skills and techniques of bowling. It also includes the knowledge of the rules, terminology, history, scoring, strategy, and safety practices. (1 Credit)
PE 1852 Yoga
The purpose of this course is to instill knowledge and appreciation for the relationship between physical fitness and health. This multi-level activity course concentrates on Hatha Yoga, which includes the physical practice of yoga postures linked to the breath, for the purpose of developing strength, balance, flexibility, postural alignment, and mind-body awareness. (2 Credits)
PE 1862 Aerobic Exercise I
The principles and concepts of exercise as related to the enhancement of cardiovascular development. (2 Credits)
PE 1872 Aerobic Exercise II
A continuation of PE 1862. (2 Credits)
PE 1883 Foundations of Physical Education
An introductory course designed for the prospective physical education major. Areas of special emphasis are history, principles, scope of program, relationship of physical education to general education, current professional literature, and vocational opportunities. (3 Credits)
PE 2803 Physical Education for Elementary Grades
A course designed to assist prospective elementary teachers in planning and conducting a well-rounded program. Emphasis is placed on proper selection of activities, program organization, and teaching procedures. For course transferability, see an advisor. (Fall, Spring, Summer) (3 Credits)
