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Undergraduate Physical Education Professionl

2011 Fall Term

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INTRODUCTION TO PHYSICAL EDUCATION

PEPROF 165

This course is designed for the beginning student considering a career as a professional physical educator with a Physical Education Broadfield K-12 License or a Health, Human Performanace, Recreation major. The class will focus on the development of a physical education philosophy, career orientation, the history of physical education and sport, and the various sub-disciplines related to the field of physical education.

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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 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 SOCCER AND SPEEDBALL

PEPROF 178

A course designed to teach the physical education major/minor the basic skills, knowledge, strategies and mechanical principles relative to soccer and speedball.

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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 TENNIS

PEPROF 213

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

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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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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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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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TECHNIQUES OF TEACHING GYMNASTICS

PEPROF 324

A course for physical education majors and minors designed to develop an understanding of progressions in and mechanical skill analysis of tumbling, apparatus, and floor exercise activities to be used in the teaching of gymnastics. It includes hands on teaching experiences.

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PHYSICAL EDUCATION FOR THE CLASSROOM TEACHER

PEPROF 328

This course is designed for those who plan to work with children middle childhood/early adolescence. Emphasis will be placed on understanding, planning, and teaching a developmentally appropriate and integrative physical activity for children within these ages.

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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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METHODS OF TEACHING PHYSICAL EDUCATION

PEPROF 400

This course focuses on the teaching and learning process including selection of content, methods of presentation, class management, supervision, community influences, curriculum planning, professional responsibilities and establishing an environment for learning which includes conflict resolution.

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STUDENT TEACHING SEMINAR-PHYSICAL EDUCATION

PEPROF 410

Restricted to students currently enrolled in Directed Teaching.

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HEALTH APPRAISAL AND EXERCISE TESTING

PEPROF 415

Theoretical considerations and practical applications of health appraisal and exercise testing. Includes the use of written health appraisal instruments, tests of muscular strength, endurance and flexibility, tests of aerobic capacity, pulmonary function testing, electrocardiography and graded exercise testing. Applications for healthy populations, medical populations and special populations.

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EXERCISE PRESCRIPTION AND LEADERSHIP

PEPROF 416

Theoretical considerations and practical applications of exercise prescription and leadership. Includes risk stratification, prescription techniques, program progression, exercise leadership, health counseling and program administration. Applications for healthy populations, medical populations and special populations.

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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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WORKSHOP IN PHYSICAL EDUCATION

PEPROF 490

Variable topics. Group activity oriented presentations emphasizing `hands on` and participatory instructional techniques. 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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HEALTH, HUMAN PERFORMANCE & RECREATION INTERNSHIP

PEPROF 493

The internship is a culminating learning experience for students studying in Health, Physical Education, and Recreation. This experience allows students the opportunity to practice the application of theory and apply the knowledge acquired through academic preparation. The internship is an in-depth supervised work and study experience, preferably at the supervisor or mid-management level, where the student has a degree of responsibility for planning, directing and supervising the work of others. A desired result of this course design is to stimulate good judgement and sound decisions while improving problem solving, communication, human development and relation building skills.

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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.