Physical Education

Courses

PED 100: Fundamentals of Fitness

Semester Hours 3
This lecture course includes the basic principles of physical education and physical fitness. It explores psychological and physiological effects of exercise and physical fitness including effects on the human skeleton, muscle development, respiration and coordination. It is viewed as an introduction to such laboratory courses as slimnastics, weight training and conditioning. The course may also include fitness evaluation, development of individual fitness programs and participation in fitness activities.

PED 103: Weight Training (Beginning)

Semester Hours 1
This course introduces the basics of weight training. Emphasis is placed on developing muscular strength, muscular endurance and muscle tone. Upon completion, students should be able to establish and implement a personal weight-training program.

PED 104: Weight Training (Intermediate)

Semester Hours 1
This course covers advanced levels of weight training. Emphasis is placed on meeting individual training goals and addressing weight training needs and interests. Upon completion, students should be able to establish and implement an individualized advanced weight-training program.

PED 106: Aerobics

Semester Hours 1
This course introduces a program of cardiovascular fitness involving continuous, rhythmic exercise. Emphasis is placed on developing cardiovascular efficiency, strength and flexibility and on safety precautions. Upon completion, students should be able to select and implement a rhythmic aerobic exercise program.

PED 118: General Conditioning (Beginning)

Semester Hours 1
This course provides an individualized approach to general conditioning utilizing the five major components. Emphasis is placed on the scientific basis for setting up and engaging in personalized physical fitness and conditioning programs. Upon completion, students should be able to set up and implement an individualized physical fitness and conditioning program.

PED 119: General Conditioning (Intermediate)

Semester Hours 1
This course is an intermediate-level fitness and conditioning program class. Topics include: specific exercises contributing to fitness and the role exercise plays in developing body systems. Upon completion, students should be able to implement and evaluate an individualized physical fitness and conditioning program.

PED 188: Yoga

Semester Hours 1
This course introduces basic instruction in yoga for beginners. Emphasis is placed on instruction in gentle stretching, breathing practices, progressive deep relaxation, and posture. Upon completion, students should be able to participate in and appreciate the benefits of the activity.

PED 200: Foundations of Physical Education

Semester Hours 3
In this course, the history, philosophy and objectives of health, physical education and recreation are studied with emphasis on the physiological, sociological and psychological values of physical education. It is required of all physical education majors.

PED 248: VARSITY BASKETBALL I

Semester Hours 1
This course covers advanced fundamentals of basketball. Emphasis is placed on skill development, knowledge of the rules and basic game strategy. Upon completion, students should be able to participate in competitive basketball.

PED 249: VARSITY BASKETBALL II

Semester Hours 1
This course covers advanced fundamentals of basketball. Emphasis is placed on skill development, knowledge of the rules and basic game strategy. This course builds upon previous instruction and provides additional opportunities to develop skills. Upon completion, students should be able to participate in competitive basketball.

PED 250: VARSITY BASKETBALL III

Semester Hours 1
This course covers advanced fundamentals of basketball. Emphasis is placed on skill development, knowledge of the rules and basic game strategy. This course builds upon previous instruction and provides additional opportunities to develop skills. Upon completion, students should be able to participate in competitive basketball.

PED 251: VARSITY BASKETBALL IV

Semester Hours 1
This course covers advanced fundamentals of basketball. Emphasis is placed on skill development, knowledge of the rules and basic game strategy. This course builds upon previous instruction and provides additional opportunities to develop skills. Upon completion, students should be able to participate in competitive basketball.

PED 252: VARSITY BASEBALL I

Semester Hours 1
This course covers advanced baseball techniques. Emphasis is placed on refining skills and developing more advanced strategies and techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to play baseball at a competitive level.

PED 254: VARSITY SOFTBALL I

Semester Hours 1
This course introduces fundamental skills and rules of softball. Emphasis is placed on proper techniques and strategies for playing softball. Upon completion, students should be able to play competitive softball.

PED 261: VARSITY BASEBALL II

Semester Hours 1
This course covers advanced baseball techniques. Emphasis is placed on refining skills and developing more advanced strategies and techniques. This course builds upon previous instruction and provides additional opportunities to develop skills. Upon completion, students should be able to play baseball at a competitive level.

PED 262: VARSITY BASEBALL III

Semester Hours 1
This course covers advanced baseball techniques. Emphasis is placed on refining skills and developing more advanced strategies and techniques. This course builds upon previous instruction and provides additional opportunities to develop skills. Upon completion, students should be able to play baseball at a competitive level.

PED 263: VARSITY BASEBALL IV

Semester Hours 1
This course covers advanced baseball techniques. Emphasis is placed on refining skills and developing more advanced strategies and techniques. This course builds upon previous instruction and provides additional opportunities to develop skills. Upon completion, students should be able to play baseball at a competitive level.

PED 271: VARSITY SOFTBALL II

Semester Hours 1
This course covers advanced softball techniques. Emphasis is placed on refining skills and developing more advanced strategies and techniques. This course builds upon previous instruction and provides additional opportunities to develop skills. Upon completion, students should be able to play softball at a competitive level.

PED 272: VARSITY SOFTBALL III

Semester Hours 1
This course covers advanced softball techniques. Emphasis is placed on refining skills and developing more advanced strategies and techniques. This course builds upon previous instruction and provides additional opportunities to develop skills. Upon completion, students should be able to play softball at a competitive level.

PED 273: VARSITY SOFTBALL IV

Semester Hours 1
This course covers advanced softball techniques. Emphasis is placed on refining skills and developing more advanced strategies and techniques. This course builds upon previous instruction and provides additional opportunities to develop skills. Upon completion, students should be able to play softball at a competitive level.