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Undergraduate Physical Education Professionl

2003 Spring Term

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INTRODUCTION TO PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND MECHANICAL PRINCIPLES

PEPROF 165

A required introductory course for Physical Education majors and minors designed to develop an understanding of philosophical concepts and mechanical principles as applied to physical education and human movement.

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FUNDAMENTALS OF FLAG FOOTBALL AND TEAM HANDBALL

PEPROF 171

A course designed to teach the physical education major/minor the basic skills, knowledge, strategies, and mechanical principles relative to flag football and team handball.

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FUNDAMENTALS OF BASKETBALL

PEPROF 172

Designed to teach the physical education major/minor the basic skills, knowledge, strategies, and mechanical principles relative to basketball.

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FUNDAMENTALS OF TUMBLING

PEPROF 173

An activity-centered course designed to provide the physical education major/minor with basic tumbling skills as well as an understanding of the mechanics of movement.

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FUNDAMENTALS OF VOLLEYBALL

PEPROF 174

Designed to teach physical education majors/minors the basic skills, knowledge, strategies and mechanical principles relative to volleyball.

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FUNDAMENTALS OF BOWLING AND BADMINTON

PEPROF 175

Designed to teach the physical education major/minor the basic skills, knowledge, strategies and mechanical principles relative to bowling and badminton.

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FUNDAMENTALS OF ARCHERY AND GOLF

PEPROF 176

Designed to teach the physical education major/minor the basic skills, knowledge, strategies and mechanical principles relative to golf and archery.

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FUNDAMENTALS OF TRACK AND FIELD

PEPROF 177

Designed to teach the physical education major/minor the basic skills, knowledge, strategies and mechanical principles relative to track and field.

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FUNDAMENTALS OF RHYTHMS

PEPROF 200

A course designed to teach movement patterns that will be used in the execution of basic dance steps and dances.

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INVESTIGATING COMMUNITY PROFESSIONS IN PHYSICAL EDUCATION

PEPROF 209

This course prepare students majoring in Physical Education, who are not pursuing a teaching license, for the required Field Study course. This course provides resources and instruction for designing a plan for professional development and field study placement. Students will visit potential field study sites, interview professionals and develop a resume. Satisfactory/No Credit grade basis only.

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FUNDAMENTALS OF APPARATUS

PEPROF 212

An activity course designed to teach the physical education major/minor the skills necessary for performance on apparatus and an understanding of the mechanical principles involved.

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FUNDAMENTALS OF WEIGHT TRAINING & PHYSICAL FITNESS

PEPROF 215

A course designed to develop a general understanding of physical fitness programs and the use of weights as a means of developing strength and physical fitness. The course involves surveying weight training and fitness programs and learning when and where each is used.

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THEORY OF TEAM AND INDIVIDUAL ACTIVITIES

PEPROF 240

A course that bridges the gap between participation in and the teaching of team and individual activities.

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WATER SAFETY INSTRUCTOR

PEPROF 251

This course leads to American Red Cross certification as a Water Safety Instructor. It prepares Instructor candidates to conduct 13 different swimming and water safety courses.

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STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION OF THE HUMAN BODY

PEPROF 271

Study of the basic structure and function of the human body. Emphasis will be placed on the interrelationships between the systems of the body and their application to human movement.

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FIRST AID AND C.P.R.

PEPROF 281

A study of the human body in relation to accidents and emergency care. A study of the methods of, and the importance of, immediate care of a person who has been injured or has been suddenly taken ill. It includes self-help and home care if medical assistance is not available or is delayed. It includes techniques of cardio-pulmonary resuscitation.

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LIFEGUARDING

PEPROF 291

This course leads to a three-year certification as an American Red Cross Lifeguard, a Waterfront Lifeguard and a Head Lifeguard as well as certification in First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation for the Professional Rescuer.

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TECHNIQUES OF TEACHING DANCE

PEPROF 314

A course designed to emphasize techniques of teaching dance and the organization of rhythms and dance programs for the elementary and secondary levels.

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P.E. FOR THE KINDERGARTEN PRIMARY (K-3) CLASSROOM TEACHER

PEPROF 325

Required of students in elementary education who intend to teach children in the kindergarten through third grade levels. Emphasis is placed upon the preparation of the classroom teacher to meet the developmental needs of children in grades K-3 through the medium of motor activities.

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P.E. FOR THE ELEMENTARY (4-8) CLASSROOM TEACHER

PEPROF 326

Required of students enrolled in the elementary education curriculum. Specific emphasis is placed upon preparing the classroom teacher to meet the needs of children in grades 4-8 in the area of physical education.

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TECHNIQUES OF TEACHING MOVEMENT ACTIVITIES IN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

PEPROF 330

A course which combines the theory of curriculum development with the planning and conducting of lessons suitable for both the K-3 grades and the upper elementary grades. Emphasis is on the planning for lessons suitable for the K-3 child including basic manipulative, non-manipulative and locomotor skills, activities of simple organization and lead-up activities in progression.

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TEAM AND INDIVIDUAL SPORTS

PEPROF 340

An integration of organizational procedures, lesson planning, program planning progression and teaching techniques relating to team and individual sports.

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KINESIOLOGY

PEPROF 371

The study of mechanical principles which are essential to the analysis of sport techniques as well as the performance of motor skills. The course includes a review of muscle-skeletal anatomy and the thorough study of human movement.

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PERCEPTUAL MOTOR ACTIVITIES FOR YOUNG CHILDREN

PEPROF 380

A study of motor maturation, developmental variances affecting motor efficiency, gross motor assessment instruments, and prescriptive techniques involving perceptual motor activities.

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STUDENT TEACHING SEMINAR-PHYSICAL EDUCATION

PEPROF 410

Restricted to students currently enrolled in Directed Teaching.

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PHYSIOLOGY OF EXERCISE

PEPROF 471

A comprehensive study of physiological changes which occur during exercise and the adaptations which occur during exercise training. The student receives practical experience in the organization, interpretation and reporting of laboratory experiences relative to class discussion.A study of physiological adaptations of the human body during work and play while under stress. A study of nutritional and environmental aspects of exercise and the effect of conditioning on the body.

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ADAPTED PHYSICAL EDUCATION

PEPROF 475

A study of the problems of the atypical child in relation to the physical education activity program. Emphasis is placed on the atypical child in the public school. Areas studied include postural deviations, orthopedic and neurological disabilities, sensory handicaps, the mentally handicapped and the behaviorally deviant child.

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FITNESS PROGRAM OPERATIONS

PEPROF 480

Theoretical considerations and practical applications of management, operations and programs for health and fitness organizations. Begins with the planning, design, financing and construction of health and fitness facilities. Includes the hiring and organization of staff members, the development and marketing of special programs and the administration and finance of fitness organizations.

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WORKSHOP IN PHYSICAL EDUCATION

PEPROF 490

Variable topics. See Schedule of Classes. Repeatable for a maximum of 9 credits in major/degree.

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FIELD STUDY

PEPROF 492

A course designed to increase the student's understanding of a specific area of recreation through involvement in an off-campus internship at a recognized Physical Education agency or business which is suited to the student's area of interest. Repeatable. Prereq: Junior status or consent of department chair.

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INDEPENDENT STUDY

PEPROF 498

Study of a selected topic or topics under the direction of a faculty member. Repeatable for a maximum of 3 credits in major/degree.