PHYSICAL EDUCATION - GENERAL EDUCATION (ACTIVITY
COURSES) (PE)
All students are required to elect two semester
hours of activity courses (numbered 1000 to
1082). Nonswimmers are urged to take PE 1000.
Courses need not be taken in any particular
sequence. The primary aim will be the attainment
of knowledge and understanding of skills for the
enjoyment of lifetime physical activity. The
physical education activity courses will
provide opportunities for skill analysis, skill
acquisition and physical fitness development
through skill participation which will afford
healthful experiences for both the present and
the future.
Physical education attire is furnished and
laundered by the University for campus
activity. Students furnish their own athletic
socks, rubber-soled shoes, jackets, and swimming
suits. Towel service is provided.
Physical education attire must be turned in
after the last period a class is required to
"dress out." A FINE OF $10 WILL BE ASSESSED FOR
TURNING IN ATTIRE LATE.
The following activity courses (numbered 1000-
1050, 1057, 1071-1082) are open to all students to
fulfill the CORE CURRICULUM requirements of two
semester hours of PHYSICAL ACTIVITY/WELLNESS
courses and for those electing to take more than
the minimum. Physical Education majors must take
PE 3008 to fulfill the Physical Education
Activity/Wellness requirement in the core
curriculum.
Aquatics Courses
1000 through 1005 are graded on an S/U basis.
PE 1000. Swimming for Nonswimmers (1).F;S.
PE 1002. Beginning Swimming (1).F;S.
PE 1003. Intermediate Swimming (1).F;S.
PE 1005. Open Water Scuba Diving (1).F;S.
(Fee charged)
Developmental Courses
1010 through 1016 are graded on an S/U basis.
PE 1010. Physical Education for the Disabled.
On Demand. (1).
PE 1011. Lifestyles (1).F;S.
PE 1013. Jogging/Conditioning (1).F;S.
PE 1014. Weight Training (1).F;S.
PE 1016. Self-Defense (1).F;S.
Individual/Dual Sports Courses
1018 through 1059 are graded on an S/U basis.
PE 1018. Racquetball (1).F;S.
PE 1020. Aerobics/(1).F;S.
PE 1025. Badminton (1).F;S.
PE 1026. Recreation Dance (1).F;S.
PE 1027. Beginning Tennis (1).F;S.
PE 1028. Modern Dance (1).F;S.
PE 1029. Intermediate Tennis (1).F;S.
PE 1030. Fencing (1).F;S.
PE 1032. Gymnastics (1).F;S.
PE 1038. Archery (1).F;S.
PE 1044. Beginning Skiing (Fee charged) (1).S.
PE 1046. Intermediate Skiing (Fee charged) (1).S.
PE 1047. Cross Country Skiing and Snowshoeing
(1).S.
(Fee charged)
PE 1049. Backpacking/Orienteering (1).F;S.
(Fee charged)
PE 1050. Bowling (Fee charged) (1).F;S.
PE 1055. Horsemanship (Fee charged) (1).F;S.
PE 1057. Canoeing (Fee charged) (1).F;S.
PE 1058. Marksmanship (1).F;S.
PE 1059. Ice Skating (Fee charged) (1).F;S.
Team Sports
1071 through 1082 are graded on an S/U basis.
PE 1071. Softball/Basketball (1).F;S.
PE 1074. Soccer (1).F;S.
PE 1076. Volleyball (1).F;S.
PE 1080. Field Hockey (1).F.
PE 1082. European Team Handball (1).F;S.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION MAJORS ACTIVITY CORES (PE)
The following course will be graded according to
the regular grading scale (A-F):
PE 1111. Adapted Aquatics/(1).F;S.
The purpose of this course is to familiarize
students with the procedures for providing
services for remediation of physical and mental
needs of clients, using water as the source of
therapeutic remediation. Theories and concepts
will be presented and applied as they pertain to
using water to address various needs of persons
with disabilities.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION PROFESSIONAL COURSES
The following physical education professional
courses (numbered 1500-4580) are open to physical
education majors and as electives to all students.
These courses may NOT be used to fulfill the
core curriculum requirement of two semester
hours of physical activity/wellness courses.
PE 1501. Officiating Volleyball, Football and
Soccer/(3).F.
A study of the rules and rule interpretations of
volleyball, football and soccer with emphasis on
the proper techniques of officiating. Two hours
lecture; two hours lab (a minimum of 32 hours lab
per semester without pay and with supervision.)
PE 1502. Officiating Basketball, Softball,
Baseball, Track and Field/(3).S.
A study of the rules and rule interpretations of
basketball, softball, baseball, track and field
with emphasis on the proper techniques of
officiating. Two hours lecture; two hours lab (a
maximum of 32 hours lab per semester without pay
and with supervision.)
PE 1530-1549. Selected Topics/(1).On Demand.
PE 1550. Introduction to Principles and Philosophy
of Physical Education/(3).F;S.
A course to orient prospective physical education
majors by introducing them to the foundations,
principles, and history of physical education.
This course will survey the professional
opportunities available in the field of physical
education teaching and provide an evaluation of
the dispositions, knowledge, and skills required
to be an effective physical education teacher. A
minimum grade of "C" (2.0) is required to be
admitted to the physical education major program.
Three hours lecture. (WRITING; SPEAKING)
PE 1590. Advanced Life Saving and Water
Safety/(2).F;S.
A course designed to provide an opportunity for an
individual to acquire the skills and knowledge
necessary to save her/his own life or the life of
another in the event of an emergency while in, on
or about the water. Student must meet the American
Red Cross requirements. One hour lecture, two
hours laboratory.
PE 2002. Motor Skill Learning/(3).F;S.
This course is a lecture/discussion course which
will focus on the basic principles in the learning
and control of motor skills and recent theories of
how movements are acquired and performed.
Prerequisites: BIO 1101 and 1102 or CHE 1101, 1110
and 1102, 1120 or PHY 1103 and 1104, or PHY 1150
and 1151, and ES 2001 (with a grade of "C" or
higher).
PE 2015. Curriculum and Administration in Sport
Pedagogy/(3).F;S.
Curriculum planning, curriculum theories and
models and administration application. Curriculum
development will be emphasized including unit and
lesson plans. Administration will cover budgeting,
facilities, liability and public relation. A team
approach with lecture and practical experiences.
Prerequisites: PE 1550 and 2002 (both courses with
a grade of "C" or higher).
PE 2020. Measurement and Evaluation in Physical
Education/(3).F;S.
A theory and methods course in the meaning and
application of measurement, tests, elementary
statistical procedures and evaluation in physical
education. Two hours laboratory and two hours
lecture. Prerequisite: MAT 1020 or higher.
(COMPUTER; NUMERICAL DATA)
(ND Prerequisite: Passing the math placement test
or successful completion of MAT 0010.)
PE 2115. Instructional Systems/(3).F;S.
Prospective physical education teachers will
develop competencies in the design,
implementation, and assessment of instructional
systems and in the effective employment of
interactive pedagogical skills in physical
education settings. Prerequisites: PE 1550 and
2002.
PE 2500. Independent Study/(1-4).F;S.
PE 3002. Motor Development/(3).F;S.
Fundamental motor skills from childhood to old age
with emphasis on the motor skill stages of
development. Three hours lecture. Prerequisite: PE
2002 (with a grade of "C" or higher).
PE 3003. Planning, Implementation, and Assessment
of the Elementary Curriculum/(3).F;S.
This course is designed to prepare prospective
physical education teachers to instruct elementary
school-aged children. Students will learn to plan,
implement, and assess developmentally appropriate
pedagogical practices in physical education
related to the cultivation of physically educated
school-aged children. The application of
pedagogical concepts will take place in clinical
or field-based laboratory experiences. Three hours
lecture, one hour laboratory. Prerequisites: PE
2115 and 3002. Corequisite: PE 2020.
PE 3004. Legal Aspects of Sport/(3).S.
A study of the legal aspects of amateur sports,
physical education and leisure activities with
emphasis upon the avoidance of litigation. Legal
terminology, current issues, potential problems,
and case studies will be utilized.
PE 3007. Planning, Implementation, and Assessment
of Invasion Tactics/(2).F;S.
Prospective physical education teachers will
participate as pupils in an invasion tactics
instructional unit. There will be an emphasis on
curriculum development as well as design,
implementation and analysis of an instructional
unit. The application of pedagogical concepts will
take place in clinical or field-based laboratory
experiences. Two hours lecture, one hour
laboratory. Prerequisites: PE 2115 and 3002.
Corequisite: PE 2020.
PE 3008. Planning, Implementation, and Assessment
of Health Related Fitness/(2).F;S.
Prospective physical education teachers will
participate as pupils in a Health Related Fitness
instructional unit. There will be an emphasis on
curriculum development as well as design,
implementation and analysis of an instructional
unit. The application of pedagogical concepts will
take place in clinical or field-based laboratory
experiences. Two hours lecture, one hour
laboratory. Prerequisite(s): PE 2020 and 3007.
(CORE: PHYSICAL ACTIVITY/WELLNESS/For Physical
Education Majors Only)
PE 3009. Planning, Implementation, and Assessment
of Dance and Rhythms/(1).F;S.
Prospective physical education teachers will
participate as pupils in a Dance/Rhythm
instructional unit. Additionally there will be an
emphasis on curriculum development as well as
design, implementation and analysis of an
instructional unit. The application of pedagogical
concepts will take place in clinical or
field-based laboratory experiences. A
collaborative instructional approach with faculty
from the Department of Theatre and Dance will be
incorporated in this course. One hour lecture, one
hour laboratory. Prerequisites: PE 2020 and 3007.
SKILL AND TECHNIQUE COURSES (3090 THROUGH 3099)
Each course will emphasize the correct
movement patterns and conditioning necessary for
efficient performance and will encourage the
prospective teacher* to integrate teaching
strategies into lessor organization and
planning. Each future teacher will be
requested to demonstrate proficiency in the
teaching process related to selected aspects of
each course. The skills and techniques courses
are designed to guide the prospective teacher to
select activities based upon growth maturation
levels for preschool, elementary, junior high,
secondary and college students. The prospective
teacher will apply basic anatomical,
physiological, kinesiological, and socio-
psychological concepts as related to analysis, and
evaluation of motor performance. When applicable,
the future teacher will also synthesize the
principles relevant to the construction,
selection, purchase, and maintenance of
facilities, equipment, and supplies.
When applicable, the student is to complete the
appropriate physical education majors activity
core prior to the corresponding skill and
technique course. For the student in the athletic
coaching minor or the junior transfer student
majoring in physical education, the appropriate
fundamental movements and sports skills part is
pre/corequisite to the corresponding skill and
technique course.
Each skills and techniques course will further
permit the prospective teacher to judge the
appropriateness of measurement procedures and
evaluation tools devised to meet the individual
needs of the future student.
*Teaching is considered to be synonymous with
coaching - coaching is teaching.
CORE I.
Individual and dual skills and techniques
(physical education majors must complete four-five
semester hours).
CORE II.
Team Sports Skills and Techniques (physical
education majors must complete four semester
hours).
CORE III.
Recreational sport skills and techniques (physical
education majors must complete two semester
hours).
PE 3090. Aquatics/Water Safety Instructor/(2).F;S.
A course designed to train students to be swimming
instructors in aquatic areas and facilities.
Students must meet the American Red Cross
requirements and certifications.
PE 3092. Skiing/(2).S.
Intermediate skiing ability required. Includes
teaching skiing and ski patrolling.
PE 3099. Golf and Archery/(2).F;S.
Two hours lecture, one hour lab.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION PROFESSIONAL COURSES (PE)
(CONTINUED)
PE 3500. Independent Study/(1-4).F;S.
PE 3520. Instructional Assistance/(1).F;S.
A supervised experience in the instructional
process on the university level through direct
participation in a classroom situation. Grading
will be on a satisfactory/unsatisfactory basis
only. Prerequisite: junior or senior standing. May
be repeated for a total credit of three semester
hours. Approved contract required.
PE 3530-3549. Selected Topics/(1-4).On Demand.
PE 3556. How Children Move: Implications for
Elementary Education/(2).F;S.
An overview of movement experiences in games and
dance focusing on the teaching of children K-8.
One hour lecture, two hours lab.
PE 3580. Apprenticeship/(1).F;S.
I. A practical experience for the physical
education major in the teaching of physical
education activities under direct supervision.
REQUIRED PRIOR TO STUDENT TEACHING. The
apprenticeship should be done in an activity in
which the student has completed the corresponding
course in the physical education major activity
cores or a corresponding skill and technique
course. Pre/corequisite: ES 2001. Two hours
laboratory with periodic seminars. (S/U). May be
repeated.
II. A practical experience for the non-physical
education major who is minoring in sport coaching.
The apprenticeship should be completed twice under
the supervision of a coach at the middle school,
secondary school or collegiate levels.
Pre/corequisite: ES 2001. Two hours laboratory
with periodic seminars. (S/U). May be repeated.
PE 4000. Adapted Physical Education and
Recreation/(3).F;S.
A survey of abnormalities and atypical cases;
identification, with preventive, corrective and
rehabilitative techniques and activities. Two
hours lecture and three hours laboratory.
Prerequisites: ES 2001, 2010, PE 3002, and 3003
(all prerequisites with a grade of "C" or higher)
or by permission of instructor.
PE 4002. Psychological Aspects of Sport/(3).F;S.
A view of the influence of social forces and
psychological factors affecting the individual's
performance in sport. Prerequisite: PE 3007 (with
a grade of "C" or higher).
PE 4003. Assessment and Evaluation of Physical
Disabilities/(3).F;S.
The purpose of this course is to introduce
students to theories and concepts related to
assessing and evaluating physical activity needs
of clientele with disabilities. Students are
provided with practical opportunities to apply
theories and concepts. Prerequisites: PE 4000 or
RM 3210, and PE 3002 or permission of the
instructor.
PE 4012. Planning, Implementation, and Assessment
of Net/Wall Tactics/(1).F;S.
Prospective physical education teachers will
participate as pupils in a net/wall tactics
instructional unit. Additionally, there will be an
emphasis on curriculum development as well as
design, implementation and analysis of an
instructional unit. The application of pedagogical
concepts will take place in clinical or
field-based laboratory experiences. One hour
lecture, one hour laboratory. Prerequisite: PE
3008 or 3009.
PE 4013. Planning, Implementation, and Assessment
of Field, Run, Score, and Target Tactics/(1).F;S.
Prospective physical education teachers will
participate as pupils in a field, run, score and
target tactics instructional unit. Additionally,
there will be an emphasis on curriculum
development as well as design, implementation and
analysis of an instructional unit. The application
of pedagogical concepts will take place in
clinical or field-based laboratory experiences.
One hour lecture, one hour laboratory.
Prerequisite: PE 3008 or 3009.
PE 4060. Developing a Physical Education
Curriculum/(3).Offered every third semester.
A study of the significance of physical education
and its role in a school curriculum. Three hours
lecture. Prerequisite: PE 3003.
PE 4453. Program Development in Adapted Physical
Activity/(3).F;S.
The purpose of this course is to introduce
students to theories and concepts related to
developing a physical activity program for persons
with disabilities. Students are provided with
practical opportunities to apply theories and
concepts. Prerequisites: PE 4000 or RM 3210, PE
3002, ES 2001 or the permission of the instructor.
PE 4553. Women and Sport/(3).F;S.
A study and analysis of sport from a feminist
prospective and its impact on women's
participation in sport.
PE 4580. Workshop/(2).On Demand.