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Physical Eduaction Course Listings

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PEAC 115 Swimming (½)

Swimming instruction elementary through advanced. This course may be repeated twice.

PEAC 125 Track and Field (½)

This course will explore the skills of field events (shotput, discus, pole vault, etc.) As well as track events such as sprints, relays, etc.

PEAC 145 Apparatus (1)

Fundamental skills of mat tumbling, and traditional gymnastic apparatus (parallel bars, uneven bars, balance beam, pommel horse, etc.)

PEAC 155 Weight Training (1)

Principles and skills designed to develop the muscular system of the doby. Circuit training is included.

PEAC 160 Physical Fitness for Life (1)

A course that attempts to increase cardiovascular fitness, strength, flexibility, and muscular endurance. Weight control will be an integral part of the program. After five weeks of instruction, students will develop their own individualized fitness programs. Programs include swimming, jogging, biking, and other aerobic exercises. (Fall and Spring Semesters)

PEAC 165 Racquetball and Squash (1)

Fundamental skills in these sports will be taught.

PEAC 168 Field Hockey and Volleyball (½)

Division of the term will provide for the teaching of skills and strategy relative to each sport.

PEAC 170 Tennis (½)

Fundamental skills and strategy of this sport will be taught.

PEAC 176 Basketball and Soccer (½)

Fundamental skills will be taught. The term will be divided to accommodate the teaching of both sports.

PEAC 184 Aerobic Activities (1)

Physical conditioning is presented employing such activities as jogging, rhythmic aerobics, and appropriate modalities including exercise cycles, treadmills, and stair climbing equipment.

PEAC 185 Independent Activity (½)

Prerequisite: Permission of the Chair, Health and Life Sciences Division. For individuals whose program requires additional PE activity credits. The student and instructor will meet by appointment to evaluate the program and the progress. The following activities are examples for the typical student: cross-country running, swimming, cycling, and other conditioning activities.

Athletes may receive academic credit for PEAC 185 when participating on athletic teams provided they register for the course while concurrently participating on an athletic team. Grade is assigned by the coach. Athletes may repeat the course for credit if they participate in a different sport. Course is graded pass/fail. (Offered as needed)

PEAC 225 Lifeguard Training (1)

Prerequisite: Ability to pass Level V American Red Cross swimming proficiency test. Instruction in accident prevention, aquatic facility supervision, and water rescue techniques.

PEAC 230 Water Safety (1)

Prerequisite: Ability to pass Level V American Red Cross swimming proficiency test. Corequisite: PEAC 225 Lifeguard Training. Skills are taught in instructional swimming technique from elementary through advanced swimming (this corresponds to American Red Cross levels I-VII). Emphasis on learning teaching techniques and water safety.

PETH 275 Introduction to Physical Education (2)

Introduction to the science of physical education with particular attention to providing appropriate health and wellness information, including Adventist health principles, that brings forth basic facts and makes it possible for students to translate them into meaningful action. The role of physical activity in the prevention of cardiovascular disease is emphasized.

PETH 281 Athletic Injuries I (3)

The theory and practice of prevention recognition, and treatment of athletic injuries. Topics include fitness and reconditioning as well as first aid and preventive taping. (Fall Semester)

PETH 282 Athletic Injuries II (3)

Prerequisite: PETH 281. The study of the prevention, mechanisms, and techniques for the advanced care of athletic injuries including evaluation, rehabilitation, prognosis, contraindications, taping/wrappings, protective devices, therapeutic exercises, and modalities. (Spring Semester)

PETH 310 History and Philosophy of Sport (3)

History and philosophy implications of sport and physical education through ancient, medieval, and contemporary periods in western civilization; the ontological and moral implications and dilemmas involving sport.

PETH 325 Kinesiology (3)

Prerequisites: BIOL 111, BIOL 112. The science of human movement, involving principles of mechanics; the application of the knowledge of anatomy to improving performance.

PETH 330 Physiology of Exercise (3)

Prerequisites: BIOL 111, BIOL 112. A study of the physiology effects of exercise upon the body. Special emphasis will be placed upon the application of exercise to the development and maintenance of physical fitness.

PETH 340 Psycho-Social Aspects of Sport (3)

An exploration of personality factors involved in sport, including cognition, motivation, aggression, and emotion, as they affect sport participation and motor performance; discussion of the social issues, both theoretical and practical, regarding contemporary American sport.

PETH 345 Motor Learning (3)

A study of the literature dealing with the learning of motor skills, including individual differences, specificity, proprioceptive control of movement, motivation, timing, transfer, retention, and current concepts of motor control and coordination.

PETH 355 Measurement in Physical Education (3)

Prerequisites: MATH 110, PETH 275. A study of methods of testing in physical education. Practical experience will be given in testing and scoring.

PETH 360 Theory of Coaching Athletics (2)

General theory and practice of coaching selected competitive sports found in secondary schools and community recreation programs.

PETH 370 Theory of Coaching a Specific Sport (2)

Philosophy, preparation for season, practice organization, scouting, film analysis, and strategies.

PETH 405 Principles of Physical Fitness (3)

Prerequisite: PETH 330. An examination of the principles governing physical fitness/athletic conditioning programs, stressing the physiological theories for enhancing athletic performance, including cardiovascular considerations, strength and power development, nutrition, speed, muscular endurance, environmental considerations, and ergogenic aids.

PETH 410 Adapted Physical Education (2)

Prerequisites: PETH 325, PETH 330. A course designed to help prospective teachers meet the exercise needs of those students with physical, mental, and emotional disabilities.

PETH 425 Administration in Physical Education (2)

Prerequisites: PETH 275. The principles involved in administering and supervising a physical education program. PETH 496 Practicum in Coaching (3) The course is designed to give senior students pursuing the coaching option practical experiences in live, on-going athletic programs. Students are required to spend a minimum of 120 hours under professional supervision and to provide extensive reports of their activities.

PETH 496 Practicum in Coaching (3)

The course is designed to give senior students pursuing the coaching option practical experiences in live, on-going athletic programs. Students are required to spend a minimum of 120 hours under professional supervision and to provide extensive reports of their activities.

PETH 499 Senior Seminar (2)

Open for credit to seniors in physical education pursuing a non-teaching option. Synthesizes the courses in a unified theme, leading to an oral and written presentation of a scholarly paper.