2012-2013 Catalog 
    
    May 28, 2024  
2012-2013 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Physical Education Course List


Physical Education

Courses

  • PE _____ - ______________________________



    _____ Credits
    This is a placeholder course used in degrees and certificates to indicate that students can select a course that meets a certain requirement in a certificate or degree. Students should consult associated notes to make sure they select an appropriate course.

  • PE 100 - Introduction to Sports and Fitness Lab



    2.0 Credits
    Skills and conditioning program for the individual or group. Basic fitness program with weight training and cardiovascular conditioning. Personalized to fit everyone’s motivation. S/U grade option. Independent hours may be arranged with the instructor.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Record daily accomplishments of performance strategies in all programs and individual improvements. [COMMUNICATE]
    2. Demonstrate basic fitness strategies to enhance and provide skill competencies in weight training and cardiovascular improvement. [ACT]
    3. Demonstrate the ability to design and implement a fitness program. [ACT]
    4. Evaluate personal body weight, body fat percentage, basal metabolic rate and caloric need. [REASON]
  • PE 101 - Sports and Fitness Lab: Beginning



    2.0 Credits
    Skills and conditioning program for the individual or group. Beginning fitness program with weight training and cardiovascular conditioning. Personalized to fit everyone’s motivation. S/U grade option. Independent hours may be arranged with instructor.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Construct daily fitness goals including cardiovascular and weight training components. [EXPLORE]
    2. Record daily accomplishments of performance strategies in all programs and individual improvements. [COMMUNICATE]
    3. Demonstrate understanding of beginning fitness strategies. [ACT]
    4. Demonstrate and implement a personal fitness program. [ACT]
    5. Evaluate personal well-being relative to weight, body fat percentage, basal metabolic rate and means to achieve desired fitness balance. [REASON]
  • PE 102 - Sports and Fitness Lab: Intermediate



    2.0 Credits
    Skills and conditioning program for the individual or group. Intermediate fitness program with weight training and cardiovascular conditioning. Personalized to fit everyone’s motivation. S/U grade option. Independent hours may be arranged with the instructor. Prerequisite: PE 101 , 105 , 124 , 134 , or instructor permission.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Achieve intermediate levels of cardiovascular fitness, strength and muscle tone through daily fitness goals. [COMMUNICATE]
    2. Record daily accomplishments of performance strategies in all programs and individual improvements. [COMMUNICATE]
    3. Demonstrate understanding of different fitness strategies to enhance and provide intermediate skill competencies in weight training and cardiovascular improvement. [ACT]
    4. Demonstrate improved ability to design and implement a fitness program for life. [ACT]
    5. Evaluate personal well-being relative to weight, body fat percentage, basal metabolic rate and means to achieve desired fitness balance. [REASON]
  • PE 103 - Sports and Fitness Lab: Advanced



    2.0 Credits
    Skills and conditioning program for the individual or group. Advanced fitness program with weight training and cardiovascular conditioning. Personalized to fit everyone’s motivation. S/U grade option. Independent hours may be arranged with the instructor. Prerequisite: PE 102 , 105 , 124 , 134 , or instructor permission.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Achieve advanced levels of cardiovascular fitness, strength and muscle tone through daily fitness goals. [COMMUNICATE]
    2. Record daily accomplishments of performance strategies in all programs and individual improvements. [COMMUNICATE]
    3. Demonstrate understanding of different fitness strategies to enhance and provide advanced skill competencies in weight training and cardiovascular improvement. [ACT]
    4. Demonstrate advanced ability to design and implement a fitness program for life. [ACT]
    5. Evaluate personal well-being relative to weight, body fat percentage, basal metabolic rate and means to achieve desired fitness balance. [REASON]
  • PE 105 - Athletic Performance and Conditioning



    3.0 Credits
    Athletic performance developed through combination of skill, strength, and balance. Understanding strategies for analyzing and improving athletic performance. Emphasis on sport specific conditioning. Attendance required for lecture, testing, training, and conditioning.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

    1. Analyze specific sports fitness movements. [REASON]
    2. Execute basic sports specific fitness skills. [ACT]
    3. Demonstrate the ability to design a personal fitness training regime. [EXPLORE]
    4. Demonstrate an understanding of basic anatomy. [COMMUNICATE]
  • PE 107 - Baseball Conditioning



    3.0 Credits
    The baseball candidate conditioning program will develop hitting, fielding, and throwing skills. Weight training and cardiovascular fitness will be emphasized along with baseball strategy. Prerequisite: Baseball experience or instructor’s permission.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of course, the student will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate basic baseball-conditioning techniques. [REASON]
    2. Identify individual fitness needs and create workout portfolio. [REASON]
  • PE 108 - Women’s Softball



    3.0 Credits
    Fastpitch softball strategy and theory for the competitive athlete. Strategies toward development of hitting, throwing and pitching skills. Weight training and cardiovascular conditioning emphasized. Attendance required. Prerequisite: Fastpitch softball experience or instructor permission.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Develop base-running strategy and team cohesiveness and organizational play. [COMMUNICATE]
    2. Observe critically and analyze hitting skills. [ACT]
    3. Develop defensive and offensive playing skill. [ACT]
    4. Develop base-running skills. [ACT]
    5. Develop throwing accuracy and velocity. [ACT]
    6. Develop base-running strategy and team organizational play. [ACT]
    7. Develop and improves cardiovascular endurance and muscular strength. [ACT]
  • PE 111 - Jogging/Cardio Fitness



    2.0 Credits
    Improvement of cardio respiratory efficiency, flexibility, muscle tone and weight control through walking and jogging. Individualized to meet everyone’s need and ability with hours arranged independently. S/U grade option. Note: Individualized hours may be arranged with the instructor.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate and describe progress in basic fitness goals identified in personal fitness portfolio. [ACT]
    2. Demonstrate and explain the basics of the five components of health-related fitness. [COMMUNICATE]
    3. Describe and explain basic health indicators and how exercise affects each. [REASON]
  • PE 112 - Jogging/Cardio Fitness



    2.0 Credits
    Continuation of PE 111. S/U grade option. Note: Individualized hours may be arranged with the instructor.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate and describe progress in ongoing fitness goals identified in personal fitness portfolio. [REASON]
    2. Describe advanced application of the five components of health-related fitness and how exercise affects each component. [COMMUNICATE]
  • PE 117 - Yoga-Basic Poses for Strength and Flexibility



    1.5 Credits
    A centered, grounded technique to gain better balance, strength, flexibility and stability from one’s core. Varied approaches will blend energizing effort with relaxing, inhaling with exhaling, while quieting the mind, toning the body and inspiring personal confidence.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Practice, organize, and demonstrate selected Yoga poses that facilitate an understanding of proper alignment and sequence placement. [REASON]
    2. Utilize breathing techniques and describe how they are intended to cool and relax the mind and body, or build energy and heat. [REASON]
    3. Describe how yoga techniques are intended to focus the mind on the present moment. [COMMUNICATE]
  • PE 118 - Aerobic Bench and Exercise



    1.5 Credits
    Challenging fun aerobic exercise class designed to improve cardiovascular fitness and burning fat. Uses STEP exercise apparatus in variety of movements, including traditional athletic moves and dance style. Floorwork involves weight resistance training and toning. S/U grade option.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate proper form, body position, and techniques for basic bench/step movements and routines. [REASON]
    2. Demonstrate listening and communication skills through correct physical responses to verbalized dance instructions. [COMMUNICATE]
  • PE 119 - Aerobic Dance and Exercise



    1.5 Credits
    Aerobic dance, exercise, relaxation and body conditioning, designed to improve cardiovascular fitness, muscle tone and flexibility. Information given on exercising safely. S/U grade option.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Identify and demonstrate intermediate Yoga poses and sequences. [REASON]
    2. Describe and explain Yoga-pose alignment, principles and terminology. [COMMUNICATE]
    3. Describe and develop Yoga sequences that facilitate risk prevention and proper sequence placement. [REASON]
  • PE 120 - Yoga Pilates



    1.5 Credits
    Combines Yoga and Pilates techniques to increase flexibility, strength and balance. Blends the core toning exercise of Pilates and the relaxing benefits of Yoga to increase a balanced workout. No experience required, all levels welcome.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Describe the difference between Yoga and Pilates. [COMMUNICATE]
    2. Describe knowledge of basic anatomy and muscle function. [REASON]
    3. Practice, organize, and demonstrate selected Yoga poses that show a proper alignment and sequence placement. [REASON]
    4. Practice, organize, and demonstrate selected Pilates exercise sequences that facilitate proper muscle recruitment and muscle balance. [REASON]
    5. Demonstrate breathing and meditation techniques and describe how they are intended to cool and relax the mind and body, or build energy and heat. [REASON]
  • PE 122 - Pilates Mat Work



    1.5 Credits
    Focus on integrating the entire body rather than exercising each body part separately. Mat work uses body weight and gravity to strengthen and lengthen the entire body, with special emphasis on core strength and stability.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Describe the history and founding principles of Pilates. [COMMUNICATE]
    2. Describe basic anatomy and muscle function. [COMMUNICATE]
    3. Practice, organize, and demonstrate selected Pilates exercise sequences that facilitate proper muscle recruitment and muscle balance. [REASON]
    4. Demonstrate breathing techniques and describe how they are intended to cool and relax the mind and body, or build energy and heat. [COMMUNICATE]
  • PE 124 - Men’s Body Conditioning



    2.0 Credits
    Body conditioning and fitness developed through weight training. Strategies of independent fitness goals and nutrition guidelines. Designed for the beginner. Attendance required.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Perform basic individualized exercises. [REASON]
    2. Describe and record their progression. [REASON]
    3. Demonstrate proper lifting form and technique on a wide variety of exercises. [COMMUNICATE]
    4. Develop an individualized-strength training and cardiovascular-training program. [REASON]
  • PE 127 - Golf Co-ed Intermediate



    1.0 Credits
    Golf strategies for the intermediate player. Develop and learn the stance, grip, swing and approach shots using various clubs. Clubs furnished for in class use.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate the proper grip, stance and posture to putt, chip or swing. [ACT]
    2. Exhibit the proper golf club alignment in the back-swing, downswing and follow through. [ACT]
    3. Show the ability to transfer energy to the golf club through effective body mechanics and wrist action in play. [ACT]
    4. Learn the scoring methods of play, proper golf etiquette and rules of the game. [REASON]
  • PE 129 - Aerobic Dance and Exercise: Intermediate



    1.5 Credits
    Aerobic dance offers a combination of stretching, aerobic conditioning and strengthening exercises while moving to music. It is a safe class which incorporates both low impact and high impact aerobic movements in a rhythmical, energetic dance.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Analyze and demonstrate intermediate level movements involved in dance. [REASON]
    2. Analyze and demonstrate proper form and body position during intermediate level strength and conditioning activities. [REASON]
    3. Identify and describe muscles groups that are involved in intermediate dance movements and exercise activities. [COMMUNICATE]
  • PE 130 - Aerobics Hip-Hop



    1.5 Credits
    An energetic, creative aerobic exercise class with dance routine and body motion designed to be different. This active, fun program enhances muscle tone, flexibility, coordination, speed of motion and body mechanics.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of course, students will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate basic hip-hop techniques to improve endurance, skill, coordination, balance and flexibility. [REASON]
    2. Demonstrate choreographed basic movements to selected music. [COMMUNICATE]
    3. Identify common dance moves and methods for counting. [REASON]
  • PE 132 - Aerobic Instructor Training



    3.0 Credits
    Advanced aerobics dance and exercise program with emphasis on instructional methodology, fitness dynamics, nutrition and anatomy. Completion will assist students to successfully complete the national accredited ACE certification evaluation. S/U grade option.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Design various group exercise class formats. [REASON]
    2. Demonstrate the ability to teach a group exercise class. [COMMUNICATE]
    3. Identify muscle groups and describe which muscles are working during various exercises. [REASON]
    4. Describe strategies for healthy living, weight management and injury prevention. [EXPLORE]
    5. Demonstrate safe exercises and modifications. [ACT]
  • PE 133 - Body Sculpting and Stretching



    1.5 Credits
    Sculpt and improve one’s self image and energy level through a directed and guided beginning fitness program. Exercise to music with resistance training using dynabands and light weights to improve muscle tone, strength, endurance and flexibility. S/U grade option.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Recognize strength and endurance improvement through assessment and testing. [REASON]
    2. Demonstrate the effects of exercise and principles as it applies to individual fitness goals. [REASON]
    3. Develop improved range of motion and increased flexibility. [ACT]
  • PE 134 - Women’s Body Conditioning



    2.0 Credits
    Body conditioning and fitness developed through weight training. Development of independent fitness goals. Designed for the beginner/ intermediate.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Perform basic individualized exercises. [REASON]
    2. Describe and record their progression. [REASON]
    3. Demonstrate proper lifting form and technique on a wide variety of exercises. [COMMUNICATE]
    4. Develop an individualized-strength training and cardiovascular-training program. [REASON]
  • PE 136 - Women’s Fastpitch Softball Conditioning



    3.0 Credits
    Fastpitch softball conditioning program for the competitive athlete. On-field experience in softball strategy, hitting and fielding. Daily attendance required in hitting and weight lifting. S/U grade option. Prerequisite: Fastpitch softball experience or instructor’s permission.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Perform basic softball skills. [ACT]
    2. Describe and explain the rules of collegiate fastpitch. [REASON]
  • PE 142 - Volleyball Co-ed



    1.5 Credits
    Strategies/skills in volleyball (pass, set, hit, serve, block, defend). Drills designed to develop and improve performance skills with competitive inter class play. Previous knowledge of team volleyball, offensive/defensive system encouraged. Class attendance required.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Describe, analyze, and demonstrate basic volleyball skills and team concepts. [REASON]
    2. Apply individual and team skills in drills and games. [ACT]
    3. Describe volleyball rules and regulations. [EXPLORE]
  • PE 145 - Self Defense for Women and Men



    1.0 Credits
    Course teaches students basic self-defense techniques. Punches, kicks, blocks, and various evading techniques will be taught, along with discussion of preventative measures for ones safety. Along with the physical skills needed to protect oneself, awareness, distance, and quick decision making are practiced so that students can gain confidence and prevent victimization. S/U grade option.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Explain and define the basic philosophy of defense. [COMMUNICATE]
    2. Understand self defense, assault, and battery laws. [COMMUNICATE]
    3. Understand reactions to physical assaults and the definition of confrontation time. [COMMUNICATE]
    4. Demonstrate an understanding of when to exercise rights from a legal point of view. [COMMUNICATE]
    5. Demonstrate methods of unarmed self defense. [ACT]
    6. Demonstrate use of everyday instruments as defense weapons. [ACT]
    7. Demonstrate kicking, punching, blocking escape strategies, throwing techniques and other methods of unarmed self defense. [ACT]
  • PE 146 - Beginning Karate Co-ed



    1.0 Credits
    Course introduces the Japanese martial art of karate. Course will cover basic karate techniques, stances, forms, along with proper terminology and etiquette. Class includes a physical warm-up component to improve strength, flexibility and endurance.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate and apply basic Karate procedures, techniques, and exercises. [REASON]
    2. Demonstrate different escape techniques from various kinds of assaults. [REASON]
    3. Demonstrate the ability to apply the learned techniques in sparring. [ACT]
  • PE 150 - Soccer Co-ed Beginning



    2.0 Credits
    Introduction to soccer fundamentals including ball control, field positioning and finishing. Focus on high intensity strengthening and cardio exercise specific to soccer. Students provide their own regulation equipment. Classes are on a turf field.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Communicate verbally and non-verbally with attacking strategies associated with soccer. [ACT]
    2. Analyze and execute effective defensive/attacking styles associated with soccer. [REASON]
    3. Demonstrate stronger aerobic and anaerobic fitness conditioning level through pre and post fitness testing. [ACT]
    4. Demonstrate understanding and appreciation for the principles, rules, techniques and strategies associated with soccer through participation and observation of the game. [REASON]
    5. Demonstrate development in specific aspects of the game, including ball control, field positioning, fitness and finishing. [ACT]
    6. Demonstrate understanding of the expectations and commitments commonly associated with team sports. [EXPLORE]
  • PE 154 - Beginning Tennis Co-ed



    1.5 Credits
    Footwork, grip, forehand and backhand strokes and service. Singles and doubles strategy and competition. Racquets provided as needed. Courts are off campus. Car transportation necessary.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate fundamental tennis form and timing relative to footwork, back-swing, forehand and backhand strokes, volley, lob and slice service. [ACT]
    2. Improve individual awareness of ball trajectory, ball-spin, and speed. [ACT]
    3. Apply fundamental skills in doubles and singles play strategies. [REASON]
  • PE 156 - Tennis Co-ed Intermediate



    1.5 Credits
    Progressive improvement of footwork, speed, timing and techniques for the forehand, backhand, service, lob and volley strokes. Singles and doubles competition and strategy. Courts are off campus. Car transportation necessary.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate intermediate to advanced techniques in tennis form and timing relative to footwork, back-swing, forehand and backhand strokes, volley, lob and slice service. [ACT]
    2. Improve individual awareness of ball trajectory, ball-spin, and speed. [ACT]
    3. Apply fundamental skills in doubles and singles play strategies. [REASON]
  • PE 160 - Men’s Basketball Skills



    3.0 Credits
    Principles, rules, techniques and strategies to prepare the student for competitive play. S/U grade option.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate selected basketball techniques and skills which include: team cooperation; strategies of inbound play; fast break offense; pass patterns; defensive patterns against selected offensive patterns; zone defense; man-to-man press; passing, blocking, and shooting skill improvement. [ACT]
    2. Demonstrate the understanding of rules, strategies and basketball fundamentals. [EXPLORE]
    3. Communicate within a team like atmosphere. [COMMUNICATE]
  • PE 161 - Women’s Basketball



    3.0 Credits
    Principles, rules, techniques and strategies of competitive women’s basketball. Daily attendance required. S/U grade option.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate selected basketball techniques and skills which include: team cooperation; strategies of inbound play; fast break offense; pass patterns; defensive patterns against selected offensive patterns; zone defense; man-to-man press; passing, blocking, and shooting skill improvement. [ACT]
    2. Demonstrate the understanding of rules, strategies and basketball fundamentals. [EXPLORE]
    3. Communicate within a team like atmosphere. [COMMUNICATE]
  • PE 170 - Men’s Baseball Skills



    3.0 Credits
    Principles, rules, techniques and strategies to prepare for competition play. Prerequisite: Experience or instructor’s permission.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of course, the student will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate basic baseball fundamentals; such as fielding, throwing, hitting, base-running, etc. [REASON]
    2. Develop basic strategies for in game situation. [REASON]
    3. Describe and demonstrate a basic baseball workout. [REASON]
    4. Demonstrate effective team communication. [COMMUNICATE]
  • PE 199 - Special Projects



    1.0 to 5.0 Credits
    Individual projects in physical or health education to include research, coaching, officiating, individual and team sport participation, community service projects and work experience. S/U grade option.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate an understanding of the selected activity or specific research project given. [REASON]
    2. Demonstrate completion of project through the development of a personal portfolio. [EXPLORE]
  • PE 205 - Athletic Performance and Conditioning: Advanced



    3.0 Credits
    Athletic progression toward advanced skill, strength and balance. Understand strategies to analyze improving athletic performance. Emphasis on sport specific conditioning. Attendance required for lecture, testing, training and conditioning. Prerequisite: PE 105  or instructor permission.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

    1. Analyze advanced sports and fitness movements. [REASON]
    2. Execute advanced sports specific fitness skills. [ACT]
    3. Demonstrate the ability to design a nutritional regime. [EXPLORE]
    4. Demonstrate the ability to develop a personal training regime that builds on previous performance goals. [REASON]
  • PE 207 - Baseball Conditioning: Advanced



    3.0 Credits
    Baseball conditioning and weight training for competitive athletes. On-field experience in baseball strategy, hitting, and fielding. Weight lifting and cardiovascular training emphasized. Daily attendance required. S/U grade option. Prerequisite: PE 107 .

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of course, students will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate advanced baseball-conditioning techniques. [REASON]
    2. Demonstrate and record progress with individualized workout portfolio. [REASON]
  • PE 208 - Women’s Advanced Softball



    3.0 Credits
    Advanced strategies toward development of the competitive athlete. Strategies toward development in hitting, fielding, throwing, base running and pitching skills. Attendance required. Prerequisite: PE 108  or instructor permission.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Develop base-running strategy and team cohesiveness and organizational play. [COMMUNICATE]
    2. Observe critically and analyze advanced hitting skills. [ACT]
    3. Develop improved defensive and offensive playing skill. [ACT]
    4. Develop advanced base-running skills. [ACT]
    5. Demonstrate advanced throwing accuracy and velocity. [ACT]
    6. Develop advanced base-running strategy and team organizational play. [ACT]
    7. Demonstrate improvements in cardiovascular endurance and muscular strength. [ACT]
  • PE 217 - Yoga-Poses for Strength and Flexibility-Advanced



    1.5 Credits
    Advanced progressive yoga techniques to gain better balance, strength, flexibility and stability from one’s core. Varied approaches will blend energizing effort with relaxing, inhaling, while quieting the mind, toning the body and inspiring personal confidence. Prerequisite: PE 117  or instructor permission.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Identify and demonstrate intermediate Yoga poses and sequences. [REASON]
    2. Describe and explain Yoga-pose alignment, principles and terminology. [COMMUNICATE]
    3. Describe and develop Yoga sequences that facilitate risk prevention and proper sequence placement. [REASON]
  • PE 218 - Aerobic Bench and Exercise-Advanced



    1.5 Credits
    Progressive advanced aerobics designed to improve cardiovascular fitness and burn fat. Uses STEP exercise apparatus in a variety of movements including traditional athletic moves and dance style. FLoorwork involves weight resistance training and toning. S/U grade option. Prerequisite: PE 118  or instructor permission.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate proper form, body position, and techniques for advanced bench/step movements and routines. [REASON]
    2. Demonstrate listening and communication skills through improved physical responses to verbalized dance instructions. [COMMUNICATE]
  • PE 219 - Aerobic Dance/Exercise: Advanced



    1.5 Credits
    Progressive development of aerobic dance offers a combination of stretching, aerobic conditioning and strengthening exercises while moving to music. It is a safe class which incorporates both low impact and high impact aerobic movements in a rhythmical, energetic dance. Prerequisite: PE 119 .

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Analyze and demonstrate advanced level movements involved in dance. [REASON]
    2. Analyze and demonstrate proper form and body position during advanced level strength and conditioning activities. [REASON]
    3. Identify and describe muscle groups that are involved in advanced dance movements and exercise activities. [COMMUNICATE]
  • PE 220 - Yoga Pilates-Advanced



    1.5 Credits
    Progression towards advanced Yoga and Pilates techniques to increase flexibiilty, strength and balance. Blends the core toning exercise of Pilates and the relaxing benefits of Yoga to increase a balanced workout. Prerequisite: PE 120  or instructor permission.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Practice and demonstrate advance Yoga poses and Pilates exercises. [ACT]
    2. Demonstrate and describe advanced Yoga pose alignment, principles, philosophy and terminology. [COMMUNICATE]
    3. Develop and demonstrate PiYo sequences that facilitate risk prevention and proper sequence placement. [REASON]
  • PE 222 - Pilates Mat Work-Advanced



    1.5 Credits
    Progression towards intermediate/advanced Yoga and Pilates techniques to increase flexibility, strength and balance. Mat work uses body weight and gravity exercise principals learned in the Pilates Mat course to strengthen and lengthen the entire body, with special emphasis on core strengths and stability. Prerequisite: PE 122 .

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Practice and demonstrate advanced Pilates exercises. [REASON]
    2. Describe how Pilates fundamentals relate to the Pilates exercises. [REASON]
    3. Demonstrate advanced Pilates sequences that facilitate risk prevention and proper sequence placement, and balanced muscle development. [REASON]
    4. Demonstrate breathing techniques and describe how they are intended to cool and relax the mind and body, or build energy and heat. [COMMUNICATE]
  • PE 224 - Men’s Body Conditioning: Advanced



    2.0 Credits
    Continuation of PE 124. Personalized independent fitness goals will be developed. Attendance required.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Perform advanced individualized exercises. [REASON]
    2. Describe and record advancements in their conditioning and fitness program. [REASON]
    3. Demonstrate proper lifting form and technique on advanced exercises. [COMMUNICATE]
    4. Develop a strength and cardiovascular training program demonstrating an improvement and continuation of fitness goals. [EXPLORE]
  • PE 227 - Golf Co-ed Advanced



    1.0 Credits
    Strategies for the advanced golfer. Improve swing, stroke, grip, approach shots and putting. Prerequisite: PE 127 . Clubs furnished for in class use.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate advanced grip, stance and posture to putt, chip or swing. [ACT]
    2. Exhibit the proper golf club alignment in the back-swing, downswing and follow through. [ACT]
    3. Demonstrate the continued ability to transfer energy to the golf club through effective body mechanics and wrist action in play. [ACT]
    4. Critically analyze scoring methods of play, proper golf etiquette and rules of the game. [REASON]
  • PE 230 - Aerobics Hip-Hop-Advanced



    1.5 Credits
    An advanced energetic, creative aerobic exercise class with dance routine and body motion designed to be active and fun. This program enhances muscle tone, flexibility, coordination, speed of motion and body mechanics. Prerequisite: PE 130  or instructor permission.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate advanced techniques to improve endurance, skill, coordination, balance and flexibility. [REASON]
    2. Demonstrate advanced choreographed movements to selected music. [COMMUNICATE]
    3. Identify advanced dance moves and methods for counting. [REASON]
  • PE 234 - Women’s Conditioning: Advanced



    2.0 Credits
    Advanced strategies in body conditioning using free barbell and dumbbell methods to improve tone, image, strength and endurance. Personalized independent fitness goals will be developed. Prerequisite: PE 134 .

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Perform advanced individualized exercises. [REASON]
    2. Describe and record advancements in their conditioning and fitness program. [REASON]
    3. Demonstrate proper lifting form and technique on advanced exercises. [COMMUNICATE]
    4. Develop a strength and cardiovascular training program demonstrating an improvement and continuation of fitness goals. [EXPLORE]
  • PE 236 - Women’s Advanced Fastpitch Conditioning



    3.0 Credits
    Advanced fastpitch softball conditioning program for the competitive athlete. On-field experience in softball strategy, hitting and fielding. Daily attendance required in hitting and weight lifting. S/U grade option. Prerequisite: PE 136 .

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate a continued improvement in softball skills, cardiovascular endurance, and muscular strength. [REASON]
    2. Perform advanced softball skills. [REASON]
  • PE 242 - Volleyball Co-ed: Advanced



    1.5 Credits
    Advanced strategies/skills in volleyball (pass, set, hit, serve, block, defend). Drills designed to develop and improve performance skills with competitive interclass play. Previous knowledge of team volleyball, offensive/defensive system encouraged. Class attendance required. Prerequisite: PE 142  or instructor permission.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Describe, analyze, and demonstrate advanced volleyball skills and team concepts. [REASON]
    2. Apply advanced individual and team skills in drills and games. [ACT]
  • PE 246 - Karate Co-ed: Advanced



    1.0 Credits
    Advanced karate strategies, disciplines and techniques for development of strength, pose, balance and routines. Prerequisite: PE 146 .

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate advancement in application of Karate procedures, techniques, and exercises. [REASON]
    2. Demonstrate advanced escape techniques from various kinds of assaults. [REASON]
    3. Demonstrate advancement in application of techniques in sparring. [ACT]
  • PE 250 - Soccer Co-ed: Advanced



    2.0 Credits
    Advanced strategies and performance. Includes ball control, field positioning and finishing. Focus on participation in high intensity strengthening and cardio exercise specific to soccer. Students provide their own regulation equipment. Classes are on a turf field. Prerequisite: PE 150  or instructor’s permission.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Communicate verbally and non-verbally with attacking strategies associated with soccer. [COMMUNICATE]
    2. Analyze and execute effective defensive/attacking styles associated with soccer. [REASON]
    3. Demonstrate stronger aerobic and anaerobic fitness conditioning level through pre and post fitness testing. [ACT]
    4. Demonstrate understanding and appreciation for the principles, rules, techniques and strategies associated with soccer through participation and observation of the game. [REASON]
    5. Demonstrate development in specific aspects of the game, including ball control, field positioning, fitness and finishing. [ACT]
    6. Demonstrate understanding of the expectations and commitments commonly associated with team sports. [EXPLORE]
  • PE 255 - Special Topics



    Maximum of 3.0 possible Credits
    Classes, workshops or seminars of current interest in physical education.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate appropriate understanding of the chosen physical education topic. [COMMUNICATE]
    2. Apply advanced knowledge and skills to personal fitness and health. [REASON]
  • PE 256 - Tennis Co-ed: Advanced



    1.5 Credits
    Advanced strategies on footwork, speed, timing and techniques for the forehand, backhand, service, lob and volley strokes. Singles and doubles competition and strategy. Courts are off campus. Car transportation necessary. Prerequisite: PE 156 .

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate fundamental tennis form and timing relative to footwork, back-swing, forehand and backhand strokes, volley, lob and slice service. [ACT]
    2. Improve individual awareness of ball trajectory, ball-spin, and speed. [REASON]
    3. Apply fundamental skills in doubles and singles play strategies. [ACT]
  • PE 260 - Men’s Advanced Basketball Skills



    3.0 Credits
    Advanced principles, rules, techniques and strategies. Fall quarter only. S/U grade option. Prerequisite: PE 160 .

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate advanced selected basketball techniques, skills, and team play. [REASON]
    2. Develop and communicate drills for game situations. [COMMUNICATE]
  • PE 261 - Women’s Advanced Basketball



    3.0 Credits
    Advanced principles, rules, techniques and strategies of competitive women’s basketball. Daily attendance required. S/U grade option. Prerequisite: Basketball experience or instructor’s permission.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate advanced selected basketball techniques, skills, and team play. [REASON]
    2. Develop and communicate drills for game situations. [COMMUNICATE]
  • PE 270 - Men’s Advanced Baseball Skills



    3.0 Credits
    Advanced principles, rules, techniques and strategies to prepare for competition play. Prerequisite: PE 170 .

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of course, the student will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate advanced baseball techniques. [REASON]
    2. Develop advanced strategies for in game situation. [REASON]
    3. Describe and demonstrate a advanced baseball workout. [REASON]
    4. Demonstrate advanced team communication. [COMMUNICATE]
  • PE 299 - Special Projects



    5.0 Credits
    Individual projects in physical or health education to include research, coaching, officiating, dance, ballet, individual and team sport participation, community service projects and work experience. S/U grade option.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate an advanced understanding of the selected activity or specific research project given. [REASON]
    2. Demonstrate completion of project through the development of a personal portfolio. [EXPLORE]


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