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PHYSICAL EDUCATION (PE )
208. Aerobic Dance Fitness (1) *
211. Badminton (1) *
213. Basketball (2) *
214. Cooperative Activity Learning (1)*
217. Folk Dance (1) *
218. Football (1) *
219. Golf (1) Fee*
221. Women's Gymnastics (2) *
223. Handball-Racquetball (1)*
225. Soccer (2) *
227. Softball (1) *
228. Strength and Conditioning Training (1) *
229. Swimming-Lifeguard Training (2) *
230. Tennis (2) *
231. Track and Field (2) *
232. Volleyball (2) *
*Development of knowledge and skill competencies necessary for teaching each activity, with emphasis on skill progressions, practice opportunities, and error diagnosis and correction.
260. Water Safety Instructor (2) American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Certificate will be issued to those students qualifying. P, current advanced lifesaving certificate.
261. Advanced First Aid and Emergency Care (2) Instruction in first-aid and emergency care procedures. The American Red Cross Advanced First Aid and Emergency Care Certificate will be awarded to those students qualifying.
262. Lifeguard Training Instructor (2) Principles and techniques for teaching American Red Cross Basic Water Safety, Emergency Water Safety, Lifeguard Training, and Lifeguard Training Review courses. 4S. P, PE 150.
267. Controlling Stress and Tension (2) Psychophysiology of stress and its relationship to health, with emphasis on identifying and understanding personal stress patterns and learning appropriate stress management techniques such as relaxation, cognitive intervention strategies, meditation, autogenic training, and physical activity.
269. Peak Performance (2) Examines approaches to psychological training which lead to peak performance in sport and other endeavors. Develops individualized training procedures for maintaining optimal arousal, motivation, concentration, and confidence.
279. Motor Development (2) Developmental changes in motor patterns of children and adults; methods of diagnostic evaluation of motor skill performance and the selection of appropriate movement experiences.
285. Principles of Teaching Physical Activities (3) General principles and practical experiences related to analysis of movement skills, correction of movement errors, and pre-instructional planning applied specifically to teaching physical activities. Change units to: (2). Spring 99
286. Sports Officiating (1) Guiding principles and standards; rules, mechanics and procedures for officiating sports common to secondary school interscholastic and community club programs. Consult department before enrolling.
a. Basketball (Men and Women's Rules)
b. Baseball-Softball
f. Volleyball
288. Historical and Philosophical Perspectives of Sport and Physical Education (3) Study of the development of sport and physical education from ancient societies through the 20th century; history of philosophic thought and influences on current practices.
293. Internship (1-3) {Rpt./]
294. Practicum
a. Movement Experiences for Children (1) [Rpt./1] P, PE 279, PE 285.
299. Independent Study (1-3) {Rpt./]
299H. Honors Independent Study (1-3) {Rpt./1]
320. Psychological Foundations for Exercise and Sport (3) Examines principles of motor learning and performance; psychological factors such as personality, anxiety, and motivation which influence learning and performance; and psychology of exercise. P, PSYC 101.
350. Movement Experiences for Elementary School Children (2) Development of knowledge and skill competencies necessary for teaching fundamental movements, rhythms and dance, gymnastics, games and sports to children. Open to physical education majors only.
351. Elementary School Physical Education (2) Purposes and practices of physical education at the elementary school level; instruction in recommended activities; teaching and evaluation techniques; class organization.
354. Theory of Coaching (2) Advanced instruction in sports common to secondary school curricula; teaching and coaching principles, advanced techniques, and organizational and practice methods. P, 285 (not required for athletic coaching minor).
a. Aquatics (2) P, PE 169D, PE 229.
b. Baseball (2)
c. Basketball (2) P, PE 213.
f. Softball (2) P, PE 227.
g. Tennis (2) P, PE 230.
h. Track and Field/Cross Country (2) P, PE 231.
i. Volleyball (2) P, PE 232.
355. Physical Education Instruction Strategies (2) Analysis of alternative models of teaching physical education; research of teaching physical education; and systematic analysis of physical education teacher effectiveness. Open to majors only. P or CR, PE 285, PE 394B.
360. Functional Kinesiology (3) (Identical with PSIO 360, which is home). Change home from PSIO to PE. Change units to: (3). Spring 99
371. Special Physical Education (3) Designed to provide the knowledge and experience necessary for the physical education and recreation of persons having various handicaps. Three hours per week of related experiences by arrangement required. P, PSIO 201, PSIO 202. Change units to: (2). Spring 99
373. Physiological Basis of Physical Education and Athletics (3) (Identical with PSIO 373, which is home). Change home from PSIO to PE. Change units to: (3). Spring 99
374. Physiological Basis of Physical Education and Athletics Laboratory (1) (Identical with PSIO 374, which is home). Change home from PSIO to PE. Change units to: (3). Spring 99
377. Techniques in Prevention and Treatment of Athletic Injuries (3) Prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries; practical experience in application of preventive taping and bandaging. P, PSIO 201, PSIO 202.
380. Motor Learning (3) Introductory investigation of principles underlying the production of skilled motor behavior, factors which determine the quality of motor performance, and how humans acquire and perfect motor skills. P, PE 360, PSYC. 101. Writing-Emphasis Course* for physical education majors.
381. Measurement and Evaluation (3) Tests and measurements in physical education; data analysis techniques for test evaluation, test construction, and grading; experience with tests of fitness, sport skills, and sociometric measurements. Change units to: (2). Spring 99
385. Principles of Athletic Coaching (3) Duties, responsibilities and ethics of the athletic coach; the role of interscholastic sport in public school settings with emphasis on administrative functions, legal liability, facilities coordination, and game and contest management. P, 8 units of 200- or 300-level PE coursework.
393. Internship (1-3) [Rpt./]
394. Practicum
a. Athletic Coaching (3) P, PE 354, PE 360, PE 373, PE 374, PE 377.
b. Physical Education Teaching (1) P, PE 285 and professional activities requirement.
399. Independent Study (1-3) [Rpt./]
399H. Honors Independent Study (1-3) [Rpt./]
410. Sport in Contemporary Society (3) Study of contemporary sport from the perspectives of its personal, social, cultural, economic and educational dimensions. May be convened with 510.
452. Teaching Physical Education in the Elementary School (3) Theory and methods of providing movement experiences for young children; emphasis placed upon curriculum development, methods of teaching, class organization, and management. Practical experiences at the elementary level. Open to physical education majors only. P, PE 221, PE 231, PE 285, PE 350.
477. Advanced Sport Injury Management (3) Advanced techniques in recognition, evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation and prevention of athletic injuries. 2R, 3L. P, PE 377 and a minimum of 300 clinical hours in athletic training or physical therapy.
493. Internship (1-3) [Rpt./]
494. Practicum (1-3) [Rpt./]
497. Workshop
a. Physical Education Student Teaching Forum (1) Open to physical education majors only. CR, TTE 493A or 493B. P, Satisfaction of the upper-division writing-proficiency requirement (see Writing-Emphasis Courses in the Academic Policies and Graduation Requirements section of this manual).
498. Senior Capstone (1-3) [Rpt./]
498H. Honors Thesis (1-3) [Rpt./]
499. Independent Study (1-3) [Rpt./]
499H. Honors Independent Study (1-3) [Rpt./]
*Writing-Emphasis Courses. P, satisfaction of the upper-division writing-proficiency requirement (see "Writing-Emphasis Courses" in the Academic Policies and Graduation Requirements section of this manual).
510. Sport in Contemporary Society (3) For a description of course topics see 410. Graduate-level requirements include an in-depth research paper on one issue of contemporary sport. May be convened with 410.
524. Behavioral Management of the Injured Athlete (3) Behavioral/psychological processes involved in the rehabilitation of the injured athlete, pain perception, and the use of behavioral approaches in sports medicine. P, PSIO 201, PSIO 202, PSYC 101.
527. Psychology of Sport and Exercise (3) Examines the effects of motivation, personality, attitudes, competition and group dynamics on sport performance as well as the psychological effects of exercise, exercise adherence and exercise addiction. (Identical with PHL 527).
529. Psychological Interventions and Ergogenic Aids for Peak Performance (3) The application and effectiveness of ergogenic aid mechanisms, particularly psychological interventions, in enhancing performance.
536. Administration of Sports Programs (3) Designed to provide a theoretical framework for students pursuing sports management careers and others interested in various functions involved in the conduct of sport programs.
566. Physical Activity in Aging and Chronic Diseases: Psychosocial Aspects (3) Psychosocial dimensions of exercise programs designed for populations with chronic diseases as well as for older populations.
580. Evaluation of Athletic Injuries (3) Advanced study of the etiology, pathology, and clinical signs of common athletic injuries. Emphasis on clinical evaluation of athletic injuries by the athletic trainer. P, PE 377; 800 hrs. of clinical experience in athletic training.
581. Therapeutic Modalities (2) Advanced study of the role of hydrotherapeutic and electrotherapeutic agents in the rehabilitation of athletic injuries. P, PE 580.
582. Anatomical Basis of Sport Injuries (3) Comprehensive survey of bones, ligaments, muscles, nerves, and vessels of the trunk and upper and lower extremities, with emphasis on their relationship to sport injuries. 2R, 3L. P or CR, PE 580.
583. Medical Aspects of Sports Injuries (3) Common surgical procedures and post-surgical immobilization techniques used in the management of sports-related injuries; implications for post-surgical therapeutic exercise programs. P, PE 580, PE 582.
584. Rehabilitation of Athletic Injuries (3) Principles in the planning and implementation of rehabilitation programs for injured athletes with emphasis on application of contemporary therapeutic exercise techniques. P, PE 580.
585. Issues in Athletic Training and Sports Medicine (3) Current issues and trends in athletic training and sports medicine with emphasis on the professional preparation of athletic trainers and the role of the certified athl etic trainer in athletic health care delivery systems. P, PE 580.
586. Physical Education and the Law (3) Investigation and analysis of legal parameters within which the physical educator and coach operate; negligence theory; common defenses; product liability; insurance; legal implications for program development and methodology.
588. Legal Aspects of Sports Administration (3) Development of administrative and coaching techniques from the legal perspective. Analysis of personnel procedures, purchase of equipment, athletic associations, certification, transportation, medical procedures, officiating, and the handicapped athlete as influenced by litigation. P, PE 586.
591. Preceptorship (1-3) [Rpt./]
593. Internship
a. Sports Medicine (2) P, 581, 584.
b. Sport Psychology (1-3) [Rpt./6 units] P, PE 529.
597. Workshop
a. Biofeedback: Theory and Application (1) I II
599. Independent Study (1-3) [Rpt./]
694. Practicum (1-3) [Rpt./]
791. Preceptorship (1-3) [Rpt./]
793. Internship (1-3) [Rpt./]
a. Sport Psychology (1-3) [Rpt./12 units] P, PE 529.