Physical Education (PHED)

PHED 1101  Beginning Tennis  1 Credit   (0 Lec, 3 Lab)  

This course introduces students to beginning skills and strategies in tennis. Lecture topics include history, rules, strategy (both singles and doubles), etiquette, proper care and selection of equipment and proper attire.
Course Type: Academic

PHED 1102  Advanced Tennis  1 Credit   (0 Lec, 3 Lab)  

This course includes instruction of advanced techniques, development of a variety of strokes, singles and doubles strategy in game situations and USTA tournament rules and procedures.
Prerequisite(s): PHED 1101 or Department Chair approval
Course Type: Academic

PHED 1104  Volleyball  1 Credit   (0 Lec, 3 Lab)  

The student will receive instruction in the skills of passing, setting, spiking, service and blocking. Basic offensive and defensive strategies, rules, tournament play and officiating will be covered.
Course Type: Academic

PHED 1105  Beginning and Intermediate Swimming  1 Credit   (0 Lec, 3 Lab)  

This course offers explanation, demonstration, and practice in the five basic strokes, diving, survival skills, and basic elements of water safety.
Course Type: Academic

PHED 1106  Canoeing  1 Credit   (0 Lec, 3 Lab)  

Lectures, demonstrations and practice in the basic skills and techniques of canoeing are included. Additional fee required.
Course Type: Academic

PHED 1109  Racquetball  1 Credit   (0 Lec, 3 Lab)  

This course introduces the student to the rules, terms, safety, basic skills and strategies necessary to play racquetball.
Course Type: Academic

PHED 1110  Advanced Racquetball  1 Credit   (0 Lec, 3 Lab)  

This course includes instruction in advanced techniques, stroke development, offensive and defensive strategies in game situations, refereeing, serving techniques and strategies, and tournament play.
Prerequisite(s): PHED 1109 or Department Chair Approval
Course Type: Academic

PHED 1111  Bowling  1 Credit   (0 Lec, 3 Lab)  

This course introduces the student to the basic skills and techniques of bowling. Class hours will include instruction in etiquette, selection of equipment, basic techniques, scoring, computing handicaps, league play, and a variety of tournaments. This course is conducted off-campus and requires an additional fee.
Course Type: Academic

PHED 1112  Badminton  1 Credit   (0 Lec, 3 Lab)  

This course covers lectures, demonstrations and practice in the basic skills and techniques of badminton.
Course Type: Academic

PHED 1113  Golf  1 Credit   (0 Lec, 3 Lab)  

Basic skills in playing golf are stressed, including rules and etiquette of the game.
Course Type: Academic

PHED 1114  Jogging  1 Credit   (0 Lec, 3 Lab)  

A variety of methods and materials are presented in the area of cardiovascular and overall physical fitness.
Course Type: Academic

PHED 1116  Water Aerobics  1 Credit   (0 Lec, 3 Lab)  

This is a total body fitness program including cardiovascular and muscular endurance, strength and flexibility in the water. Emphasis is placed on improving muscle tone and maintaining a healthy body weight through water fun and fitness activities.
Course Type: Academic

PHED 1117  Aerobic Activities  1 Credit   (0 Lec, 3 Lab)  

This is a cardiovascular conditioning program designed to improve muscle tone and to help maintain a healthy body weight through fun and fitness activities.
Course Type: Academic

PHED 1118  Advanced Aerobics  1 Credit   (0 Lec, 3 Lab)  

This course is an advanced cardiovascular conditioning program. It is designed to increase energy, mental clarity and health as part of one’s lifestyle. This class will incorporate high energy and low impact movements. Some classes include bench-step aerobics.
Prerequisite(s): PHED 1117 or Department Chair Approval
Course Type: Academic

PHED 1119  Exercise for Health and Fitness  1 Credit   (0 Lec, 3 Lab)  

This course is designed to provide students with an essential knowledge of exercise and fitness on health using lecture, reading, labs on health related fitness components and fitness activities. This course will provide an understanding of cardiovascular disease, risk factors and the role of exercise in prevention. Labs will include fitness testing, self assessments and maintenance programs, nutritional analysis, and individualized programs. A variety of activities will be used including low impact aerobics, power walking, bench stepping, toning and flexibility exercises, and weights.
Course Type: Academic

PHED 1120  Basketball  1 Credit   (0 Lec, 3 Lab)  

This course covers basic skills and techniques of basketball.
Course Type: Academic

PHED 1121  Slow Pitch Softball  1 Credit   (0 Lec, 3 Lab)  

This course covers development of basic techniques and skills of slow-pitch softball.
Course Type: Academic

PHED 1122  Soccer  1 Credit   (0 Lec, 3 Lab)  

This course covers lectures, demonstrations and practice in basic skills and techniques of soccer.
Course Type: Academic

PHED 1123  Weight Training  1 Credit   (0 Lec, 3 Lab)  

This course covers lectures, demonstrations and practice in the basic skills and techniques of weight training.
Course Type: Academic

PHED 1124  Advanced Weight Training  1 Credit   (0 Lec, 3 Lab)  

This course builds upon basic skills and knowledge of weight training. Topics covered include advanced lifting technique, advanced training theory, biomechanics, and in-depth understanding of the components of fitness.
Prerequisite(s): PHED 1123 or instructor approval
Course Type: Academic

PHED 1126  Team Sports  1 Credit   (0 Lec, 3 Lab)  

This course provides the student with opportunities to participate in a variety of team sports. Volleyball, basketball, flag football, soccer, softball, and floor hockey are included.
Course Type: Academic

PHED 1130  Modern Dance  1 Credit   (0 Lec, 3 Lab)  

This course covers the fundamental techniques of movement and practice in beginning composition.
Course Type: Academic

PHED 1131  Advanced Modern Dance  1 Credit   (0 Lec, 3 Lab)  

This course covers advanced skills and techniques in movement with emphasis on choreography.
Course Type: Academic

PHED 1133  Beginning Jazz  1 Credit   (0 Lec, 3 Lab)  

This course includes basics and background in varied jazz dance forms, from blues to funky, stressing presentation and exploration to creative potential.
Course Type: Academic

PHED 1134  Yoga I  1 Credit   (0 Lec, 3 Lab)  

This is an introduction to basic yoga postures, breathing, and relaxation techniques with emphasis on physical practice.
Course Type: Academic

PHED 1135  Social Dance  1 Credit   (0 Lec, 3 Lab)  

This course is designed to offer students instruction in the fundamentals of social dance patterns and the more basic ballroom dance steps.
Course Type: Academic

PHED 1136  Beginning Tap Dance  1 Credit   (0 Lec, 3 Lab)  

This course covers fundamentals of beginning tap movement and basic steps with emphasis on combination and techniques.
Course Type: Academic

PHED 1137  Beginning Ballet  1 Credit   (0 Lec, 3 Lab)  

This is an introduction to the theory and terminology of classical ballet with emphasis on techniques including barre and centre work.
Course Type: Academic

PHED 1138  Intermediate and Advanced Ballet  1 Credit   (0 Lec, 3 Lab)  

This course covers theory and terminology of pointe and pas de deux with greater emphasis on centre and allegro work.
Course Type: Academic

PHED 1139  Yoga II  1 Credit   (0 Lec, 3 Lab)  

This course is an extension of Yoga I, designed to provide students with expanded knowledge of life management skills by placing emphasis on yoga strength, flexibility and stress reduction techniques. Lectures and practice will also focus on concentration techniques, nutrition and self- assessment.
Prerequisite(s): PHED 1134 or Department Chair Approval
Course Type: Academic

PHED 1140  Martial Arts  1 Credit   (0 Lec, 3 Lab)  

Practice and training in the physical and psychological aspects of self-defense and sport is provided through vigorous flexibility, muscular endurance, and technical instruction. Technical instruction will include martial arts skills, combination tactics and sparring training using partner drills, solo work, and pad drills.
Course Type: Academic

PHED 1141  Advanced Jazz  1 Credit   (0 Lec, 3 Lab)  

This course is designed for the advanced jazz student who wants to develop technical expertise beyond the beginning level of jazz.
Prerequisite(s): PHED 1133
Course Type: Academic

PHED 1142  Fitness Swimming  1 Credit   (0 Lec, 3 Lab)  

This is a course designed to promote participation in the lifetime sport of swimming. Lectures and practice in the basic swimming strokes will be done. Daily workouts promoting cardiovascular endurance will be emphasized. Students should be good swimmers to take this class.
Course Type: Academic

PHED 1143  Fitness Walking  1 Credit   (0 Lec, 3 Lab)  

This course introduces students to walking as a lifetime fitness activity. Emphasis is placed on correct form and pacing to maintain working heart rate. Other topics covered are proper shoe selection, training principles for improved cardiovascular fitness, safety, and injury prevention.
Course Type: Academic

PHED 1144  Camping  1 Credit   (0 Lec, 3 Lab)  

This course includes lectures, demonstrations, practices and field trips related to camping. Other topics may be included such as hiking, backpacking and similar topics.
Course Type: Academic

PHED 1145  Kickboxing for Fitness  1 Credit   (0 Lec, 3 Lab)  

Kickboxing is a fitness program designed to improve muscle tone and cardiovascular endurance through constant motion and repetition using martial arts techniques. A variety of techniques and some martial arts applications are taught.
Course Type: Academic

PHED 1164  Introduction to Physical Fitness and Wellness  1 Credit   (0 Lec, 3 Lab)  

This course will provide an overview of the lifestyle necessary for fitness and health. Students will participate in physical activities and assess their fitness status. Students will be introduced to proper nutrition, weight management, cardiovascular health, flexibility, and strength training.
Course Type: Academic

PHED 1301  Foundations of Kinesiology  3 Credits   (3 Lec, 0 Lab)  

The purpose of this course is to provide students with an introduction to human movement that includes the historical development of physical education, exercise science, and sport. This course offers the student both an introduction to the knowledge base, as well as information on expanding career opportunities.
Prerequisite(s): Reading level 6
Course Type: Academic

PHED 1304  Personal/Community Health  3 Credits   (3 Lec, 0 Lab)  

This course provides an introduction to the fundamentals, concepts, strategies, applications, and contemporary trends related to understanding personal and/or community health issues. This course also focuses on empowering various populations with the ability to practice healthy living, promote healthy lifestyles, and enhance individual well-being.
Prerequisite(s): Reading level 6
Course Type: Academic

PHED 1306  First Aid  3 Credits   (3 Lec, 0 Lab)  

This course covers instruction and practice for emergency care. Designed to enable students to recognize and avoid hazards within their environment, to render intelligent assistance in case of accident or sudden illness, and to develop skills necessary for the immediate and temporary care of the victim. Successful completion of the course may enable the student to receive a certificate from a nationally recognized agency.
Course Type: Academic

PHED 1308  Sports Officiating  3 Credits   (3 Lec, 0 Lab)  

The purpose of the course is to study officiating requirements for sports and games with an emphasis on mechanics, rule interpretation, and enforcement.
Course Type: Academic

PHED 1338  Concepts of Physical Fitness  3 Credits   (2 Lec, 3 Lab)  

This course is designed to familiarize students with knowledge, understanding and values of health related fitness and its influence on the quality of life emphasizing the development and implementation of fitness programs. This course will not satisfy one hour of physical education activity.
Prerequisite(s): Reading level 7
Course Type: Academic

PHED 1346  Drug Use & Abuse  3 Credits   (3 Lec, 0 Lab)  

Study of the use, misuse and abuse of drugs and other harmful substances in today's society. Physiological, sociological, pharmacological and psychological factors will be emphasized. This course will not satisfy one hour of physical education activity.
Course Type: Academic

PHED 2100  Varsity Conditioning I  1 Credit   (0 Lec, 3 Lab)  

This course provides students with opportunities to participate in varsity team sport conditioning.
Course Type: Academic

PHED 2101  Varsity Conditioning II  1 Credit   (0 Lec, 3 Lab)  

This course provides students with opportunities to participate in varsity team sport conditioning.
Course Type: Academic

PHED 2102  Varsity Conditioning III  1 Credit   (0 Lec, 3 Lab)  

This course provides students with opportunities to participate in varsity team sport conditioning.
Course Type: Academic

PHED 2103  Varsity Conditioning IV  1 Credit   (0 Lec, 3 Lab)  

This course provides students with opportunities to participate in varsity team sport conditioning.
Course Type: Academic

PHED 2106  Varsity Baseball I  1 Credit   (0 Lec, 3 Lab)  

This course is designed for skilled baseball players who are competing on a collegiate level.
Course Type: Academic

PHED 2107  Varsity Baseball II  1 Credit   (0 Lec, 3 Lab)  

This course is designed for skilled baseball players who are competing on a collegiate level.
Course Type: Academic

PHED 2108  Varsity Baseball III  1 Credit   (0 Lec, 3 Lab)  

This course is designed for skilled baseball players who are competing on a collegiate level.
Course Type: Academic

PHED 2109  Varsity Baseball IV  1 Credit   (0 Lec, 3 Lab)  

This course is designed for skilled baseball players who are competing on a collegiate level.
Course Type: Academic

PHED 2112  Varsity Basketball I  1 Credit   (0 Lec, 3 Lab)  

This course is designed for skilled basketball players who are competing on a collegiate level.
Course Type: Academic

PHED 2113  Varsity Basketball II  1 Credit   (0 Lec, 3 Lab)  

This course is designed for skilled basketball players who are competing on a collegiate level.
Course Type: Academic

PHED 2114  Varsity Basketball III  1 Credit   (0 Lec, 3 Lab)  

This course is designed for skilled basketball players who are competing on a collegiate level.
Course Type: Academic

PHED 2115  Varsity Basketball IV  1 Credit   (0 Lec, 3 Lab)  

This course is designed for skilled basketball players who are competing on a collegiate level.
Course Type: Academic

PHED 2118  Varsity Soccer I  1 Credit   (0 Lec, 3 Lab)  

This course is designed for skilled soccer players who are competing on a collegiate level.
Course Type: Academic

PHED 2119  Varsity Soccer II  1 Credit   (0 Lec, 3 Lab)  

This course is designed for skilled soccer players who are competing on a collegiate level.
Course Type: Academic

PHED 2120  Varsity Soccer III  1 Credit   (0 Lec, 3 Lab)  

This course is designed for skilled soccer players who are competing on a collegiate level.
Course Type: Academic

PHED 2121  Varsity Soccer IV  1 Credit   (0 Lec, 3 Lab)  

This course is designed for skilled soccer players who are competing on a collegiate level.
Course Type: Academic

PHED 2124  Varsity Softball I  1 Credit   (0 Lec, 3 Lab)  

This course is designed for skilled softball players who are competing on a collegiate level.
Course Type: Academic

PHED 2125  Varsity Softball II  1 Credit   (0 Lec, 3 Lab)  

This course is designed for skilled softball players who are competing on a collegiate level.
Course Type: Academic

PHED 2126  Varsity Softball III  1 Credit   (0 Lec, 3 Lab)  

This course is designed for skilled softball players who are competing on a collegiate level.
Course Type: Academic

PHED 2127  Varsity Softball IV  1 Credit   (0 Lec, 3 Lab)  

This course is designed for skilled softball players who are competing on a collegiate level.
Course Type: Academic

PHED 2130  Varsity Volleyball I  1 Credit   (0 Lec, 3 Lab)  

This course is designed for skilled volleyball players who are competing on a collegiate level.
Course Type: Academic

PHED 2131  Varsity Volleyball II  1 Credit   (0 Lec, 3 Lab)  

This course is designed for skilled volleyball players who are competing on a collegiate level.
Course Type: Academic

PHED 2132  Varsity Volleyball III  1 Credit   (0 Lec, 3 Lab)  

This course is designed for skilled volleyball players who are competing on a collegiate level.
Course Type: Academic

PHED 2133  Varsity Volleyball IV  1 Credit   (0 Lec, 3 Lab)  

This course is designed for skilled volleyball players who are competing on a collegiate level.
Course Type: Academic

PHED 2140  Advanced Martial Arts  1 Credit   (0 Lec, 3 Lab)  

This course features advanced training in the physical and psychological aspects of street defense situations through vigorous flexibility, muscular endurance, and technical instruction and practice. Technical instruction will include martial art skills, combinations, and advanced training techniques. In addition, psychological strategies such as cognitive behavior modification, vision-motor behavior rehearsal and stress inoculation training will be taught.
Prerequisite(s): PHED 1140 or instructor approval
Course Type: Academic

PHED 2356  Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries  3 Credits   (3 Lec, 0 Lab)  

This course covers prevention and care of athletic injuries with emphasis on qualities of a good athletic trainer, avoiding accidents and injuries, recognizing signs and symptoms of specific sports injuries and conditions, immediate and long-term care of injuries, and administration procedures in athletic training. This course will not satisfy one hour of physical education activity.
Course Type: Academic