Physical Education Course Offerings
Please see the section on “Course Description Symbols and Terms” in The University Catalog for an explanation of course description terminology
and symbols, the course numbering system, and course credit units. All
courses are lecture and discussion and employ letter grading unless otherwise
stated. Some prerequisites may be waived with faculty permission. Many
syllabi are available on the Chico Web.
All activity courses, except beginning, require permission of the instructor.
Unless otherwise noted, beginning activity courses may be taken twice for
credit; intermediate and advanced courses may each be taken up to four
times for credit.
The following letter coding is used to differentiate activity courses.
Beginning:
A (co-ed), I (men only), V (women only)
Intermediate: B (co-ed), J
(men only), W (women only)
Advanced: C (co-ed), K (men only), X (women
only)
PHED 001
Safety Instruction in Physical Education 1.0 Fa/Spr
Red Cross multimedia certification and accident procedures for school settings.
PHED 011A
Orienteering 1.0 Fa/Spr
Basic understanding of topographic maps and the compass, combined with
orienteering races. 2.0 hours activity. ABC/no credit grading only. You
may take this course more than once for a maximum of 4.0 units.
PHED 012A
Beginning Badminton 1.0 Fa/Spr
Skills, rules, and strategy, with primary emphasis on the application of
skills and strategy in game play. 2.0 hours activity. You may take this
course more than once for a maximum of 2.0 units.
PHED 012B
Intermediate Badminton 1.0 Fa/Spr
Skills, rules, and strategy, with primary emphasis on the application of
skills and strategy in game play. 2.0 hours activity. You may take this
course more than once for a maximum of 4.0 units.
PHED 013I
Beginning Ballroom 1.0 Fa/Spr
The ballroom-dance sequence covers the range of contemporary social or
ballroom dancing in Western culture. Beginning ballroom introduces the
basic techniques of Waltz, Foxtrot, Swing, Samba, Rhumba, and Tango. For
men only. 2.0 hours activity. You may take this course more than once for
a maximum of 2.0 units.
PHED 013V
Beginning Ballroom 1.0 Fa/Spr
The ballroom-dance sequence covers the range of contemporary social or
ballroom dancing in Western culture. Beginning ballroom introduces the
basic techniques of Waltz, Foxtrot, Swing, Samba, Rhumba, and Tango. For
women only. 2.0 hours activity. You may take this course more than once
for a maximum of 2.0 units.
PHED 014J
Intermediate Ballroom 1.0 Fa/Spr
Prerequisites: PHED 013I.
Intermediate ballroom builds upon the foundation of Beginning Ballroom.
More sophisticated, modern, and complicated steps and dances are studied
and mastered in a practical setting. For men only. 2.0 hours activity.
You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 4.0 units.
PHED 014W
Intermediate Ballroom 1.0 Fa/Spr
Prerequisites: PHED 013V.
Intermediate ballroom builds upon the foundation of Beginning Ballroom.
More sophisticated, modern, and complicated steps and dances are studied
and mastered in a practical setting. For women only. 2.0 hours activity.
You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 4.0 units.
PHED 016A
Beginning Aerobic Dance 1.0 Fa/Spr
Aerobic fitness through dance. 2.0 hours activity. You may take this course
more than once for a maximum of 2.0 units.
PHED 016B
Intermediate Aerobic Dance 1.0 Fa/Spr
Aerobic fitness through dance. 2.0 hours activity. You may take this course
more than once for a maximum of 2.0 units.
PHED 016C
Advanced Aerobic Dance 1.0 Fa/Spr
Aerobic fitness through dance. 2.0 hours activity. You may take this course
more than once for a maximum of 2.0 units.
PHED 017A
Bicycling 1.0 Fa/Spr
Techniques of bicycling. Knowledge and understanding of the methods related
to repair and maintenance of either the racing and/or touring bikes combined
with short touring trips. 2.0 hours activity. You may take this course
more than once for a maximum of 4.0 units.
PHED 018J
Intermediate Basketball: Men 1.0 Fa/Spr
Skills, rules, and strategy, with primary emphasis on the application of
skills and strategy in game play. 2.0 hours activity. You may take this
course more than once for a maximum of 4.0 units.
PHED 018V
Beginning Basketball: Women 1.0 Fa/Spr
Skills, rules, and strategy, with primary emphasis on the application of
skills and strategy in game play. 2.0 hours activity. You may take this
course more than once for a maximum of 2.0 units.
PHED 018W
Intermediate Basketball: Women 1.0 Fa/Spr
Skills, rules, and strategy, with primary emphasis on the application of
skills and strategy in game play. 2.0 hours activity. You may take this
course more than once for a maximum of 4.0 units.
PHED 018Z
Basketball: Movement Design 3.0 Fa/Spr
A movement design class applying basketball as both a medium and metaphor
for personal and cooperative learning strategies. Content encourages planning,
action, and reflective thinking processes in a lifetime physical education
activity. 1.0 hour lecture, 2.0 hours activity, 2.0 hours activity.
PHED 019A
Cross-Country Skiing 1.0 Fa/Spr
Cross-country skiing is a class designed for the person interested in exploring
the back country of the High Sierra during the winter and spring months.
The class is for the beginning cross-country skier. 2.0 hours activity.
Credit/no credit grading only. You may take this course more than once
for a maximum of 4.0 units. Special fee required; see The Class Schedule.
PHED 020A
Beginning Bowling 1.0 Fa/Spr
Special fee required; see The Class Schedule. Skills, rules, tournament
play. 2.0 hours activity. You may take this course more than once for a
maximum of 2.0 units.
PHED 020B
Intermediate Bowling 1.0 Fa/Spr
Special fee required; see The Class Schedule. Skills, rules, tournament
play. 2.0 hours activity. You may take this course more than once for a
maximum of 4.0 units.
PHED 020C
Advanced Bowling 1.0 Fa/Spr
Special fee required; see The Class Schedule. Skills, rules, tournament
play. 2.0 hours activity. You may take this course more than once for a
maximum of 4.0 units.
PHED 021A
Backpacking 2.0 Fa/Spr
The wilderness experience is a special retreat into a different way of
living; a journey away from the paved-over world that brings us new perceptions
of ourselves. The backpacking course is a random collection of information,
news, and sources about the wilderness. Tips on hiking gear, eating for
the trail, and other wilderness details, plus actual wilderness experiences
will be offered. 4.0 hours activity. You may take this course more than
once for a maximum of 6.0 units. Special fee required; see The Class Schedule.
PHED 023A
Basic Rock Climbing 1.0 Fa/Spr
Basic Rock Climbing is designed to give the beginning climber a basic exposure
to the thrill of rock climbing. The course will give the student the basic
skills, techniques, and safety elements necessary to climb efficiently
and safely. 2.0 hours activity. ABC/no credit grading only. You may take
this course more than once for a maximum of 6.0 units. Special fee required;
see The Class Schedule.
PHED 023B
Intermediate Rock Climbing 1.0 Fa/Spr
This class is designed to give the experienced rock climber the opportunity
to develop, use, and perfect those skills learned at the beginning level
and study and work with the skills and techniques essential to effective
climbing at the intermediate level. In-class sessions will include video,
pro-demonstrations, and hands-on experiences involving knots, systems,
and advanced skill training. 2.0 hours activity. ABC/no credit grading
only. You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 6.0 units.
PHED 024
Methods of Teaching Rock Climbing 3.0 Fall
Prerequisites: Wilderness 1st Responder or faculty permission.
This course is for outdoor education and recreation leaders and is an introduction
to the skills and safety systems associated with beginning rock climbing
(e.g., top rope climbing, rappelling, bouldering) and the management of
rock climbing in outdoor programs. Additionally, teaching methods appropriate
for rock climbing are discussed, demonstrated, and evaluated. 2.0 hours
lecture, 2.0 hours activity.
PHED 025
Beginning Scuba Diving 2.0 Fa/Spr
Prerequisites: Ability to swim in deep water.
This course is designed for students who have no previous experience scuba
diving. Students will develop safe scuba diving practices through lecture,
video, reading, and pool sessions. Upon successful completion of the course,
the student will be able to participate in Open Water Certification. 4.0
hours activity.
PHED 026
Methods of Teaching Wilderness Living 3.0 Fall
Prerequisites: Wilderness 1st Responder or faculty permission.
Introduction to basic summer backpacking skills, including equipment, nutrition,
fitness, minimum impact camping, safety, beginning map and compass skills,
leadership issues, and environmental ethics. Emphasis on technical applications
and the implementation of these skills in adventure programs. 2.0 hours
lecture, 2.0 hours activity. Special fee required; see The Class Schedule.
PHED 027
Winter and the Mountain 4.0 January
Prerequisites: Wilderness 1st Responder, PHED 026 or RECR 115.
Introduction to winter wilderness living skills including nutrition, minimum
impact camping, snow physics, avalanche, safety, medical issues, back country
skiing techniques, snow shelters, leadership issues, and environmental
ethics. Emphasis is on technical applications and the implementations of
these skills in adventure programs. Successful completion of this class
earns the student Level I avalanche certification. 2.0 hours lecture, 4.0
hours activity. ABC/no credit grading only. Special fee required; see The Class Schedule. Formerly PHED 024.
PHED 028
Methods of Teaching Canoeing and Kayaking 3.0 Spring
Prerequisites: Wilderness 1st Responder.
This course gives students a basic introduction to whitewater canoeing
and kayaking skills. Students gain a basic understanding of the equipment,
techniques, and procedures to conduct kayaking activities in flat water,
moving water, and whitewater environments. Emphasis is on the development
of individual paddling skills, safe and conscientious paddling, and group
management while on moving water. 2.0 hours lecture, 2.0 hours activity.
Special fee required; see The Class Schedule.
PHED 029
Flag Football 1.0 Fall
Skills, rules, and strategy, with primary emphasis on the application of
skills and strategy in game play. 2.0 hours activity. You may take this
course more than once for a maximum of 4.0 units.
PHED 034A
Beginning Golf 1.0 Fa/Spr
Skills, rules, etiquette, strategy, participation. 2.0 hours activity.
You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 2.0 units. Special
fee required; see The Class Schedule.
PHED 034B
Intermediate Golf 1.0 Fa/Spr
Skills, rules, etiquette, strategy, participation. 2.0 hours activity.
You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 4.0 units. Special
fee required; see The Class Schedule.
PHED 036I
Beginning Gymnastics: Men 1.0 Fa/Spr
Skills on parallel bars, side horse, horizontal bar, and still rings. 2.0
hours activity. You may take this course more than once for a maximum of
2.0 units.
PHED 036J
Intermediate Gymnastics: Men 1.0 Fa/Spr
Skills on parallel bars, side horse, horizontal bar, and still rings. 2.0
hours activity. You may take this course more than once for a maximum of
4.0 units.
PHED 036V
Beginning Gymnastics: Women 1.0 Fa/Spr
Skills on uneven bars, balance beam, vaulting, and floor exercise. 2.0
hours activity. You may take this course more than once for a maximum of
2.0 units.
PHED 036W
Intermediate Gymnastics: Women 1.0 Fa/Spr
Skills on uneven bars, balance beam, vaulting, and floor exercise. 2.0
hours activity. You may take this course more than once for a maximum of
4.0 units.
PHED 040
People Games 1.0 Fa/Spr
New games, activities, and modified sports created and played in various
settings. Competition and cooperation exist without emphasis on “winning.”
Play forms from diverse cultures. 2.0 hours activity. You may take this
course more than once for a maximum of 4.0 units.
PHED 041A
Beginning Jujitsu and Self-Defense 1.0 Fa/Spr
See description below. 2.0 hours activity. You may take this course more
than once for a maximum of 2.0 units.
PHED 041B
Intermediate Jujitsu and Self-Defense 1.0 Fa/Spr
Covers the basic history and philosophy of Japanese jujitsu as well as
its application to self-defense. Students will acquire self-defense theory
and skills, including escapes from grabs and holds, how and where to strike
an assailant, how to roll and fall safely, and theories of attack and defense
such as throwing, grappling, and submission techniques. 2.0 hours activity.
You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 4.0 units.
PHED 042
Aikido 1.0 Fa/Spr
Introductory instruction in the non-aggressive martial art of Aikido. Students
will acquire skills in controlled breathing, energy development, mind-body
coordination, and self-defense. Exposure to traditional Japanese culture,
discipline, and learning techniques are emphasized. 2.0 hours activity.
You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 6.0 units.
PHED 043A
Beginning Karate 1.0 Fa/Spr
This course has been designed to teach the fundamentals of a traditional
Japanese form of Karate (Shotokan). The primary emphasis is on the acquisition
of basic techniques and physical conditioning. 2.0 hours activity. You
may take this course more than once for a maximum of 2.0 units.
PHED 043B
Intermediate Karate 1.0 Fa/Spr
A continuation of the fundamentals of Karate but with a working knowledge
of basic techniques. Intermediate students will also learn at least four
katas. 2.0 hours activity. You may take this course more than once for
a maximum of 2.0 units.
PHED 043C
Advanced Karate 1.0 Fa/Spr
Instruction for the advanced student in Karate. 2.0 hours activity. You
may take this course more than once for a maximum of 2.0 units.
PHED 044A
Beginning TaeKwonDo 1.0 Fa/Spr
Instruction in the martial art of TaeKwonDo. Students will learn the history
and purpose of TaeKwonDo as well as developing self-discipline and skills
for personal safety and protection. 2.0 hours activity. You may take this
course more than once for a maximum of 2.0 units.
PHED 044B
Intermediate TaeKwonDo 1.0 Fa/Spr
Instruction in TaeKwonDo for students who have some knowledge of this martial
art. Students will learn increased proficiency in mental and physical skills.
2.0 hours activity. You may take this course more than once for a maximum
of 2.0 units.
PHED 044C
Advanced TaeKwonDo 1.0 Fa/Spr
Instruction for the student at the advanced level of TaeKwonDo. 2.0 hours
activity. You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 2.0
units.
PHED 046A
Beginning Skiing 1.0 Spring
Prerequisites: Faculty permission.
Special fee required; see The Class Schedule. 2.0 hours activity. Credit/no
credit grading only. You may take this course more than once for a maximum
of 2.0 units. Special fee required; see The Class Schedule.
PHED 046B
Intermediate Skiing 1.0 Spring
Prerequisites: Faculty permission.
A four-consecutive-day concentrated class at high altitude lodge with emphasis
on orientation to skiing and technique. Offered during semester break and
also spring vacation. Special fee required; see The Class Schedule. 2.0
hours activity. Credit/no credit grading only. You may take this course
more than once for a maximum of 4.0 units. Special fee required; see The Class Schedule.
PHED 047I
Beginning Indoor Soccer: Men 1.0 Fa/Spr
Skills, rules, and tactics, with primary emphasis on the application of
technique and tactics to game play. 2.0 hours activity. You may take this
course more than once for a maximum of 4.0 units.
PHED 047J
Intermediate Indoor Soccer: Men 1.0 Fa/Spr
Skills, rules, and tactics, with primary emphasis on the application of
technique and tactics to game play. 2.0 hours activity. You may take this
course more than once for a maximum of 4.0 units.
PHED 047V
Beginning Indoor Soccer: Women 1.0 Fa/Spr
Skills, rules, and tactics, with primary emphasis on the application of
technique and tactics to game play. 2.0 hours activity. You may take this
course more than once for a maximum of 2.0 units.
PHED 047W
Intermediate Indoor Soccer: Women 1.0 Fa/Spr
Skills, rules, and tactics, with primary emphasis on the application of
technique and tactics to game play. 2.0 hours activity. You may take this
course more than once for a maximum of 4.0 units.
PHED 048I
Beginning Soccer: Men 1.0 Fa/Spr
Skills, rules, and strategy, with primary emphasis on the application of
skills and strategy in game play. 2.0 hours activity. You may take this
course more than once for a maximum of 2.0 units.
PHED 048J
Intermediate Soccer: Men 1.0 Fa/Spr
Skills, rules, and strategy, with primary emphasis on the application of
skills and strategy in game play. 2.0 hours activity. You may take this
course more than once for a maximum of 4.0 units.
PHED 048V
Beginning Soccer: Women 1.0 Fa/Spr
Skills, rules, and strategy, with primary emphasis on the application of
skills and strategy in game play. 2.0 hours activity. You may take this
course more than once for a maximum of 2.0 units.
PHED 048W
Intermediate Soccer: Women 1.0 Fa/Spr
Skills, rules, and strategy, with primary emphasis on the application of
skills and strategy in game play. 2.0 hours activity. You may take this
course more than once for a maximum of 4.0 units.
PHED 049A
Beginning Slow Pitch Softball 1.0 Fa/Spr
Skills, rules, and strategy, with primary emphasis the application of skills
and strategy in game play. 2.0 hours activity. You may take this course
more than once for a maximum of 2.0 units.
PHED 050V
Beginning Softball: Women 1.0 Spring
Skills, rules, and strategy, with primary emphasis the application of skills
and strategy in game play. 2.0 hours activity. You may take this course
more than once for a maximum of 2.0 units.
PHED 050W
Intermediate Softball: Women 1.0 Spring
Skills, rules, and strategy, with primary emphasis the application of skills
and strategy in game play. 2.0 hours activity. You may take this course
more than once for a maximum of 4.0 units.
PHED 051
Aquatics for the Adapted Instructor 2.0 Spring
Prerequisites: First Aid and CPR or faculty permission; WSI recommended.
Specific instructor training in aquatics programs for individuals with
disabilities. Inclusive and developmentally appropriate aquatic activities,
sports, and games are included. Qualified students may earn Special Olympic
coach’s certification in aquatics. You may take this course more than once
for a maximum of 4.0 units.
PHED 054A
Beginning Swimming 1.0 Fa/Spr
For non-swimmers and those knowing only one or two elementary strokes.
2.0 hours activity. You may take this course more than once for a maximum
of 2.0 units.
PHED 054B
Intermediate Swimming 1.0 Fa/Spr
Prerequisites: Ability to swim in deep water; satisfactory performance
of front crawl, sidestroke, and elementary backstroke.
Improvements of stroke mechanics and conditioning. 2.0 hours activity.
You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 4.0 units.
PHED 054C
Advanced Swimming 1.0 Fa/Spr
Prerequisites: Ability to swim in deep water; satisfactory performance
of front crawl, side stroke, and elementary back stroke.
Improvements of stroke mechanics and conditioning. 2.0 hours activity.
You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 4.0 units.
PHED 054E
Swimming for Individualized Program Needs 1.0 Fa/Spr
Special content mastery objectives are planned for students with unique
needs, i.e. the disabled and those with low fitness levels. 2.0 hours activity.
You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 4.0 units.
PHED 056A
Beginning Tennis 1.0 Fa/Spr
Skills, rules, and strategy, with primary emphasis on the application of
skills and strategy in game play. 2.0 hours activity. You may take this
course more than once for a maximum of 2.0 units.
PHED 056B
Intermediate Tennis 1.0 Fa/Spr
Skills, rules, and strategy, with primary emphasis on the application of
skills and strategy in game play. 2.0 hours activity. You may take this
course more than once for a maximum of 4.0 units.
PHED 056C
Advanced Tennis 1.0 Fa/Spr
Skills, rules, and strategy, with primary emphasis on the application of
skills and strategy in game play. 2.0 hours activity. You may take this
course more than once for a maximum of 4.0 units.
PHED 059
Jogging 1.0 Fa/Spr
Skills, individualized fitness program, participation. 2.0 hours activity.
You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 4.0 units.
PHED 060A
Beginning Tumbling 1.0 Fa/Spr
Tumbling skills, including trampolining and competition. 2.0 hours activity.
You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 2.0 units.
PHED 060B
Intermediate Tumbling 1.0 Fa/Spr
Tumbling skills, including trampolining and competition. 2.0 hours activity.
You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 4.0 units.
PHED 061A
Beginning Wallyball 1.0 Fa/Spr
Analysis and development of techniques and game strategy for Wallyball.
2.0 hours activity. ABC/no credit grading only. You may take this course
more than once for a maximum of 2.0 units.
PHED 061B
Intermediate Wallyball 1.0 Fa/Spr
Intermediate skills, rules, and strategy, with primary emphasis on the
application of the skills and strategies in game play. 2.0 hours activity.
ABC/no credit grading only. You may take this course more than once for
a maximum of 4.0 units.
PHED 062A
Beginning Volleyball 1.0 Fa/Spr
Cultural orientation, rules, skills, and strategies, with primary application
through game play. 2.0 hours activity. You may take this course more than
once for a maximum of 2.0 units.
PHED 062B
Intermediate Volleyball 1.0 Fa/Spr
Rules, strategies, and skills for the intermediate player, with primary
application through game play. 2.0 hours activity. You may take this course
more than once for a maximum of 4.0 units.
PHED 062C
Advanced Volleyball 1.0 Fa/Spr
Rules, strategies, and skills for the advanced player, with primary application
through game play. 2.0 hours activity. You may take this course more than
once for a maximum of 4.0 units.
PHED 062K
Advanced Volleyball: Men 1.0 Fa/Spr
Rules, strategies, and skills for the advanced player, with primary application
through game play. 2.0 hours activity. You may take this course more than
once for a maximum of 4.0 units.
PHED 064A
Beginning Water Polo 1.0 Fa/Spr
Skills, rules, offensive and defensive strategy. Field player and goalie
play, competition, and international styles of water polo. 2.0 hours activity.
You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 2.0 units.
PHED 064B
Intermediate Water Polo 1.0 Fa/Spr
Skills, rules, offensive and defensive strategy. Field player and goalie
play, competition, and international styles of water polo. 2.0 hours activity.
You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 4.0 units.
PHED 064K
Advanced Water Polo 1.0 Fall
Skills, rules, offensive and defensive strategy. Field player and goalie
play, competition, and international styles of water polo. 2.0 hours activity.
You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 4.0 units.
PHED 064V
Beginning Water Polo: Women 1.0 Inquire
Skills, rules, offensive and defensive strategy. Field player and goalie
play, competition, and international styles of water polo. 2.0 hours activity.
You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 2.0 units.
PHED 064W
Intermediate Water Polo: Women 1.0 Inquire
Skills, rules, offensive and defensive strategy. Field player and goalie
play, competition, and international styles of water polo. 2.0 hours activity.
You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 4.0 units.
PHED 066A
Beginning Weight Training 1.0 Fa/Spr
Instruction in the techniques of weight training. Individually adapted
exercise programs, and the basic development of strength, endurance, speed,
and agility through specific weight training programs. 2.0 hours activity.
You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 2.0 units.
PHED 066B
Intermediate Weight Training 1.0 Fa/Spr
Instruction in the techniques of weight training. Individually adapted
exercise programs, and the basic development of strength, endurance, speed,
and agility through specific weight training programs. 2.0 hours activity.
You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 4.0 units.
PHED 066V
Beginning Weight Training: Women 1.0 Fa/Spr
Instruction in the techniques of weight training. Individually adapted
exercise programs, and the basic development of strength, endurance, speed,
and agility through specific weight training programs. 2.0 hours activity.
You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 2.0 units.
PHED 067A
Beginning Lifetime Fitness 1.0 Fa/Spr
A course designed to promote wellness through use of stairmaster, lifecycle,
treadmill and other aerobic machines and activities. 2.0 hours activity.
You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 2.0 units.
PHED 067B
Intermediate Lifetime Fitness 1.0 Fa/Spr
A course designed to promote wellness through use of stairmaster, lifecycle,
treadmill and other aerobic machines and activities. 2.0 hours activity.
You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 2.0 units.
PHED 067C
Advanced Lifetime Fitness 1.0 Fa/Spr
A course designed to promote wellness through use of stairmaster, lifecycle,
treadmill and other aerobic machines and activities. 2.0 hours activity.
You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 2.0 units.
PHED 069
Yoga 1.0 Inquire
Introduction to basic yoga postures. Study and practice of exercises for
self-awareness, breathing, relaxation, visualization, and meditation. 2.0
hours activity. You may take this course more than once for a maximum of
2.0 units.
PHED 097
Adapted Physical Activity 1.0 Fa/Spr
This course provides individualized activity programs for adults with disabilities.
Individuals participate in weight training, stretching and relaxation,
lap swimming, water jogging, or walking programs to meet their personal
wellness goals. Programs are designed to meet individual physical and motivational
needs. In addition, students who become injured and cannot complete an
activity class may enter to complete their hours for credit through an
individualized program. 2.0 hours activity. You may take this course more
than once for a maximum of 6.0 units.
PHED 098
Special Topics 1.0-3.0 Fa/Spr
This course is for special topics offered as 098A-C for 1.0 to 3.0 units
respectively. Typically the topic is offered on a one-time-only basis and
may vary from term to term and be different for different sections. See
The Class Schedule for the specific topic being offered.
PHED 100
Computer Application to Physical Education 3.0 Fa/Spr
The legal, ethical, social, and economic implications of computer usage;
basic operations, terminology and system components; and the use of representative
spreadsheet, telecommunication, and networking programs. Special emphasis
is placed on developing and reviewing applications unique to physical education.
2.0 hours lecture, 2.0 hours activity. Special fee required; see The Class Schedule. Formerly PHED 200.
PHED 102
Foundations of Childhood Physical Education 3.0 Fa/Spr
This course is designed to present a knowledge base of physical education
that includes the analysis of movement skills and movement patterns, physical
fitness, and how physical education is inherently linked to health and
wellness. Also studied in this course will be children’s motor development
and how emotional, cognitive, and social growth characteristics influence
motor development.
PHED 103
Motor Development in Children 3.0 Fa/Spr
This course is designed for individuals who intend to work with young children.
The focus will be on understanding motor development in infants and children
(birth to age 10). This course studies the physical, cognitive and social/emotional
aspects of motor development. 2.0 hours lecture, 2.0 hours activity.
PHED 104
Principles of Physical Education 3.0 Fa/Spr
Prerequisites: ENGL 001 (or its equivalent) with a grade of C- or higher.
Philosophical, sociological, and historical perspectives and principles
of physical education and sport; including communication skills, competition/cooperation,
and selected social dimensions. 2.0 hours lecture, 1.0 hour discussion.
This is a writing proficiency, WP, course; a grade of C- or better certifies
writing proficiency for majors.
PHED 105
Analysis of Basic Movement 3.0 Fa/Spr
The analysis of selected movement activities which emphasize advanced locomotor,
manipulative, and stability performance. Application of skill and knowledge
in basic movements (running, jumping, and throwing within a track and field
context) provide entry level movement competencies. 2.0 hours clinical,
2.0 hours activity.
PHED 106
Aquatics 3.0 Fa/Spr
Prerequisites: Intermediate swimming or the equivalent.
The analysis of selected movement activities which emphasize aquatic skill.
Application of skill and knowledge includes stroke mechanics, synchronized
swimming, off-deck diving, water polo, and water games. 2.0 hours clinical,
2.0 hours activity.
PHED 107
Analysis of Physical Education Theory 2.0 Fa/Spr
Prerequisites: Special permission required. See department secretary.
Supervised on-campus leadership course in physical education activity courses.
Critical analyses of physical education leadership techniques. You may
take this course more than once for a maximum of 6.0 units.
PHED 108
Dance, Rhythms, 3.0 Fa/Spr
and Educational Gymnastics
Prerequisites: Faculty permission.
The analysis and performance of basic fundamental movement skills and rhythmic
activities for various dance forms (modern, social, folk, square). Developmentally
appropriate learning experiences in educational gymnastics. This course
is for Physical Education majors and Liberal Studies Concentration students.
2.0 hours clinical, 2.0 hours activity.
PHED 109
Developmentally Appropriate 3.0 Fa/Spr
Physical Education for Children
The philosophies and objectives, curriculum content (movement concepts
and motor skills), and evaluative techniques for developmentally appropriate
children’s physical education are emphasized. 2.0 hours clinical, 2.0 hours
activity.
PHED 110
Developmentally Appropriate 3.0 Fa/Spr
Physical Education for Middle School
Students
Students learn about developmentally appropriate physical education for
youth in middle school (grades 6-8). Students also learn about the philosophies
and goals/objectives, curriculum content, and evaluative techniques using
sport activities such as lacrosse, team handball, ultimate frisbee, and
disc golf. 2.0 hours clinical, 2.0 hours activity.
PHED 111
Developmentally Appropriate 3.0 Fa/Spr
Physical Education for High School
Students
Developmentally appropriate physical education curriculum for students
at the high school level with the focus on lifetime health-enhancing physical
activities, aspects of curriculum and instruction to enhance the quality
of the programs, and implications of research for the practice of physical
education. Development and improvement of skills and knowledge in individual
and dual activities such as tennis, pickleball, golf, in-line skating,
and step aerobics. 2.0 hours clinical, 2.0 hours activity.
PHED 112
Outdoor Education and Aquatics 3.0 Fa/Spr
Prerequisites: Faculty permission.
The analysis and practice of selected movement activities that emphasize
wilderness travel and survival. Application of skill and knowledge includes
camping, backpacking, orienteering, and rock climbing. Analysis of selected
aquatic skill. Application of skill and knowledge includes stroke mechanics,
off-deck diving, water polo and water games. 2.0 hours lecture, 2.0 hours
activity. Special fee required; see The Class Schedule.
PHED 114
Foundatons of 3.0 Fa/Spr
Embodied Knowledge in Kinesiology
Prerequisites: ENGL 001 (or its equivalent) with a grade of C- or higher.
This course examines social and psychological principles, theories, and
research related to physical education, sport, fitness and exercise behavior.
It is designed to introduce one to embodied knowledge and psychosocial
movement concepts and practices. Select topics will include exercise psychology,
motivation, arousal, motor learning, stress, anxiety and competitive and
cooperative behaviors of humans in individual, team, and group movement
settings. This is a writing proficiency, WP, course; a grade of C- or better
certifies writing proficiency for majors.
PHED 116
Principles of Sports Injury Management 4.0 Fa/Spr
Prerequisites: Basic First Aid or equivalent course; faculty permission.
Theory and practice in the prevention, care, and rehabilitation of injuries
commonly encountered in sport and competitive athletics. Concepts of injury
recognition and management will be covered. 3.0 hours clinical, 2.0 hours
activity.
PHED 117
Advanced Athletic Training 3.0 Fa/Spr
Prerequisites: PHED 116.
Advanced bandaging techniques, evaluation of individual injuries, and special
field work experience.
PHED 123
African and Afro-Haitian Dance 1.0 Fa/Spr
Through dance, song, reading, and discussion, students will experience
the rich cultural traditions of West Africa and the island of Haiti, where
African traditions have evolved and flourished in a “New World” setting
for 300 years. Both dance forms challenge the strength and athleticism
of the body. The African dances are high energy and polyrhythmic, with
fast footwork, expressive and sweeping movements and free use of the back,
head, shoulders, and pelvis. Haitian dance mixes African roots with indigenous,
Spanish, and French colonial influences to create a unique form emphasizing
spinal waves and torso, hip, and shoulder movements over rhythmic foot
patterns. 2.0 hours activity.
This course is the same as AFRI 123 which may be substituted.
PHED 126
Lifeguard Training 3.0 Fa/Spr
Prerequisites: Advanced Lifesaving; faculty permission.
Certification, 500 yd. swim, surface dive to 8 ft. depth and recover 10-pound
object, underwater swimming, towing 10-pound object 200 yards. Qualifications,
responsibilities, skills, and training of lifeguards. Swimming rescues
of actively drowning victims will be emphasized. A field trip to study
special aquatic environments will be included. American Red Cross Certification
in lifeguard training may be obtained. 1.0 hour lecture, 4.0 hours activity.
PHED 127
Water Safety Instruction 3.0 Fa/Spr
Prerequisites: Superior skill in swimming strokes; current American Red
Cross Lifesaving Certificate.
A.R.C. Water Safety Instructor Certificate is issued upon satisfactory
completion of course. Part I: review, analysis, and evaluation of basic
strokes and lifesaving techniques. Part II: theoretical background of aquatics
instruction and practical experience.
PHED 140
Educational Games, Gymnastics, and Dance 3.0 Fa/Spr
Prerequisites: PHED 100 or faculty permission, PHED 105, PHED 109.
Developmentally appropriate learning experiences in educational games,
gymnastics, and dance will be emphasized. Content progressions and application
of movement concepts and motor skills, using a developmental perspective,
provide prospective teachers with content knowledge that goes beyond fundamental
movements but preceeds structured (official) sports, games, gymnastics,
and dance. 2.0 hours lecture, 2.0 hours activity.
PHED 143
Philosophy of School Based 3.0 Fa/Spr
Teaching Physical Education
This course is designed for Single Subject majors and prospective teachers
using a reflective approach to school based physical education. The course
focuses on seven primary content areas to include teacher socialization,
teaching/coaching role conflict, reflective teaching and learning, lifespan
model of physical education, diversity and equity, and curriculum models.
2.0 hours lecture, 2.0 hours activity.
PHED 144
Motor Development and Behavior 3.0 Fa/Spr
Theories of motor development, acquisition, and refinement of skills as
well as skill themes and movement concepts are studied. Physical, neurological,
and physiological principles and qualitative changes in motor skills occurring
from infancy to preadolescence and adolescence to older adulthood are analyzed.
PHED 145
Human Movement, Learning, 3.0 Fa/Spr
and Performance
Prerequisites: Basic computer skills or faculty permission.
This course, designed for the prospective teacher of physical education,
focuses upon the theory and application of motor skill learning, and behavioral
characteristics of participants in motor activities. Topics include motor
growth and development, performance and skill, attentional factors, motivational
factors, personality factors, stress, and perceptual motor learning.
PHED 146
Sport and Society 3.0 Fa/Spr
This course synthesizes the latest research on sport from a variety of
sources and presents methods of evaluating current social controversies.
This course will promote a sounder understanding of current and future
trends of sport in America.
This course is the same as SOCI 146 which may be substituted.
PHED 147
Sport, Games, and Play 3.0 Fa/Spr
in Non-Western Cultures
The course seeks to develop an understanding of the dimensions along which
the human experience varies. Sport, game, and play forms vary dependent
upon the cultural environment and historical period in which they are embedded.
Analysis of variations in sport forms will provide cultural and temporal
perspective on differences in human behaviors, beliefs, and social institutions.
This is an approved General Education course. This is an approved Non-Western
Course.
PHED 152
Introduction to Dance 3.0 Fa/Spr
Survey course of dance as an art form, including social, ballet, modern,
post-modern, jazz, and musical comedy. Topics covered will include the
artistic role of dance and the roots, theories, criticisms, and concepts
which inform the contemporary dance aesthetic. An appreciation course employing
lecture, discussion, video/film. This course is entirely Internet based,
with some additional on-campus time. This is an approved General Education
course.
PHED 173
Principles of Strength and Conditioning 3.0 Fa/Spr
Prerequisites: PHED 180A, PHED 185, or faculty permission.
Course is designed to offer sound, systematic training programs for those
men and women who wish to apply strength and conditioning techniques to
specific sports and/or physical activities. Various new and traditional
weight training techniques and programs will be reviewed in light of desired
outcomes for the individual participant in sports and physical activities.
6.0 hours activity.
PHED 179
Physical Fitness: A Way of Life 3.0 Fa/Spr
Prerequisites: PHED 100.
Students participate in and monitor the results of a training program in
swimming, running, weight training, cycling, or aerobics. Lectures explore
the body’s response to exercise and how to best exercise. Information and
guidelines on how to begin or maintain a program of healthy and enjoyable
exercise are presented. Topics discussed include the values of exercise,
the body’s responses to exercise and training, fitness assessment, exercise
prescription, exercise and the environment, exercise for special populations,
and sports nutrition. 2.0 hours lecture, 2.0 hours activity. This is an
approved General Education course.
PHED 180A
Physiology of Exercise 4.0 Fa/Spr
Prerequisites: BIOL 004.
This course is an in-depth study of the physiology of exercise. Emphasis
will be placed on energy metabolism during exercise and its relationship
to the circulatory, pulmonary, and neuro-endocrine systems. Practical application
will be stressed through discussions of clinical exercise physiology, exercise
prescription, environmental exercise physiology, exercise and disease,
special populations, biological adaptation, and the biology of peak performance.
Concepts will be reinforced through laboratory exercises. 3.0 hours clinical,
2.0 hours activity. Special fee required; see The Class Schedule.
PHED 181
Reconditioning of Athletic Injuries 3.0 Spring
Prerequisites: PHED 116; a course in anatomy is recommended.
The role of exercise in the reconditioning of common athletic injuries.
Principles in the development and application of exercise programs for
injured athletes.
PHED 184
Assessment in Physical Education 3.0 Fa/Spr
Prerequisites: Faculty permission.
The course is designed for the prospective physical education teacher.
Application of tests and measurements in the evaluation process will be
defined. Included will be the evaluation of sport skill, motor ability,
physical performance, and cardiovascular fitness. 2.0 hours lecture, 2.0
hours activity. Special fee required; see The Class Schedule.
PHED 185
Biomechanics 4.0 Fa/Spr
Prerequisites: BIOL 003 or faculty permission for non-majors, basic computer
literacy skills.
Anatomical and mechanical bases of human movement with application to more
skillful and safe performance. Qualitative and quantitative methods of
analysis are introduced. 3.0 hours lecture, 2.0 hours activity. Special
fee required; see The Class Schedule.
PHED 186
Sports Epidemiology 3.0 Fa/Spr
Prerequisites: Basic computer skills or faculty permission.
Methods of epidemiology are now being applied to sports performance, injury
prevention and recovery, and exercise-related disease prevention. This
course will cover observational study design and analysis, including elementary
probability theory using Bayes rule, sampling, relative risk, odds ratio,
data adjustment via elementary analysis covariance, and data extrapolation
and prediction.
PHED 187
Introduction to Field Work 3.0 Fa/Spr
in Athletic Training
Prerequisites: BIOL 003, Basic First Aid, CPR, PHED 116, faculty permission.
Introduction to the practical application of basic athletic training principles.
Includes becoming familiar with strapping techniques, wound care, modality
use, policies, procedures, and NATA Certification Requirements. Formerly
PHED 188.
PHED 188
Advanced Field Work in Athletic Training 3.0 Fa/Spr
Prerequisites: PHED 117, PHED 181, PHED 187, Basic First Aid and CPR cards,
faculty permission.
Experience in applying advanced athletic training principles in rendering
care to athletic teams and/or individual student athletes. Designed to
meet requirements for NATA Certification. You may take this course more
than once for a maximum of 15.0 units. Formerly PHED 189.
PHED 189
Internship Seminar 3.0 Fa/Spr
Prerequisites: At least junior standing and faculty permission.
Preparation and supervised practical work or leadership experience in various
private and public agencies, organizations and services which may include:
hosptials, recreation programs, community and professional organizations,
health clubs, corporations, clinics, schools and athletic programs. Specific
internship placements are required for given emphases and certifications.
See your advisor. Formerly PHED 190.
PHED 192
Seminar: Leadership in Physical Education 1.0 Fa/Spr
Prerequisites: Faculty permission.
Planning and coordinating leadership assignments, with emphasis on the
discussion and solution of problems experienced in simulated situations.
Credit/no credit grading only.
PHED 196
American Sports in Film 3.0 Fa/Spr
The study of American sport history, the language of sport, and the contributions
made by men and women from a variety of ethnic backgrounds. The principal
mode of study is a group of selected sport films. Special note is made
concerning humor, legend, and herosim. You may take this course more than
once for a maximum of 6.0 units.
PHED 198
Special Topics 1.0-3.0 Fa/Spr
Prerequisites: Department permission.
This course is for special topics offered as 198A-C for 1.0 to 3.0 units
respectively. Typically the topic is offered on a one-time-only basis and
may vary from term to term and be different for different sections. See
The Class Schedule for the specific topic being offered.
PHED 199
Special Problems 1.0-3.0 Fa/Spr
This course is an independent study of special problems and is offered
as 199A-C for 1.0 to 3.0 units respectively. You must register directly
with a supervising faculty member. Credit/no credit grading only.
PHED 201
Principles of Skill Acquisition 3.0 Inquire
A study of the processes involved in learning motor skills. Emphasis is
placed on conditions which promote the acquisition and retention of skills
and their transfer to the sports contest and performance. Topics include
task analysis, stages of learning, practice conditions, and the use of
learning aids.
PHED 202
Psychology of Coaching 3.0 Fa/Spr
Exploration of how certain guides for teaching the process of learning
may be applied to the successful coaching of sports. To offer the experienced
and the beginning coach the opportunity of becoming more sensitive to certain
aspects of interpersonal behavior and motivational psychology as they apply
to today’s more perceptive and value-oriented athlete.
PHED 203
Computer Applications for 3.0 Fa/Spr
Movement Design in Physical Education
Prerequisites: PHED 100.
This course includes tutorials and demonstrations of selected software
programs applicable to physical education movement design projects. Laboratory
projects and written examinations cover practice and theory elements of
the course. Two major projects will be designed by each student. 2.0 hours
lecture, 2.0 hours activity. You may take this course more than once for
a maximum of 9.0 units. Special fee required; see The Class Schedule.
PHED 204
Technology Network-Physical Education 3.0 Fa/Spr
Prerequisites: Faculty permission.
Students will provide leadership for Movement Design Student Networks.
Part of the assignment includes learning to develop instructional tools
suitable for interactive presentation to remote sites off campus using
videolinking tools. Students will learn to use the available technology,
and to evaluate the presentations. You may take this course more than once
for a maximum of 9.0 units. Special fee required; see The Class Schedule.
PHED 208
Social Psychology of Sport, Play, and Games 3.0 Fa/Spr
This course investigates individual and group behavior within sport, play,
and games. Social psychological research, principles, and issues will be
presented, including performance enhancement, personality, interpersonal
relations, group dynamics, socialization, communication, attitudes, emotions,
and cognitions relative to sport, play, and games.
This course is the same as PSY 208 which may be substituted.
PHED 210
Seminar in School Physical Education 3.0 Fa/Spr
Prerequisites: Faculty permission.
This is a capstone course designed for prospective teachers of school physical
education who have completed the requirements of the Physical Education
Option in Teacher Education. Students will synthesize content from coursework
taken within the option and learn contemporary strategies for promoting
developmentally appropriate physical education programs in schools (K-12).
In addition to a review of option content this course will focus on 6 other
topics: physical education curricular models, pedagogical content knowledge,
program development, change agent skills for promoting school-based physical
education programs, long-term professional development, and membership
and involvement in professional organizations.
PHED 210H
Seminar in 3.0 Fa/Spr
School Physical Education-Honors
Prerequisites: Acceptance into the Honors Program.
Honors students will complete all PHED 210 course requirements. In addition,
they will identify a research question in one of the following areas: curriculum
development, professional development, school culture, or change agentry
in education. Once a research question has been identified and approved
by the instructor, students will write a reiew of research literature in
an attempt to answer their questions. This review will carry forward to
PHED 299H, where honors students will use their review to design and conduct
a study, paper, or project.
PHED 211
Seminar in Disciplines and Games 3.0 Inquire
A seminar on the general topic of structural concepts basic to disciplines
and games. Course activities include game construction and presentation,
oral reports on library readings, and analytical research papers. Emphasis
will be placed upon application of theoretical models to game performances
in movement and language.
PHED 212
Introduction to Adapted Physical Activity 3.0 Fa/Spr
A study of common disabilities found across the lifespan. Discussion are
held about the historical and philosophical basis for adapted physical
activity, and the impact of state and federal legislation. Analysis of
the roles and responsibilities of the adapted physical education specialist
and the inclusive educational environment also are examined. This course
is applicable to all disciplines dealing with the disabled.
PHED 213
Programming for Individuals with 3.0 Spring
Physical and Neurological Disabilities
Prerequisites: PHED 212 or faculty permission.
A study of prescriptive programming for individuals with orthopedic, neurological,
and sensory disabilities. Evaluation of the anatomical and physiological
implications and their effect upon psychomotor functioning.
PHED 214
Programming for Individuals with 3.0 Fall
Mental, Emotional, and Learning
Disabilities
Prerequisites: PHED 212 or faculty permission.
A study of prescriptive programming for individuals with disabilities,
including mental, emotional, learning, and other health impairments. Instructional
methods and intervention strategies will be explored in the psychomotor
domain.
PHED 215
Collaboration in Adapted Physical Education 3.0 Spring
Prerequisites: PHED 212 or faculty permission.
The development and interrelationships personal-social aspects of human
movement, groups, and physical education, recreation, and sport experiences
throughout the lifespan for individuals with disabilities. Focus includes
social influences and interrelationships of peer relations, professional
interactions, interdisciplinary team dynamics, and family systems.
PHED 216
Motor Assessment for 3.0 Fall
Individuals with Disabilities
Prerequisites: PHED 212 or faculty permission.
Assessment of physical growth, motor development and proficiency, nutrition,
motor fitness, and perceptual motor characteristics of individuals with
disabilities. Emphasis is placed on testing procedures, evaluation of screening
devices, authentic assessment, and practical implementation. Specific assessment
instruments will be those commonly used in an adapted physical education
setting.
PHED 217
Fieldwork in Adapted Physical Education 3.0 Fa/Spr
Prerequisites: PHED 215; faculty permission.
Fieldwork with children in an adapted physical education setting. Involves
assessing, diagnosing, and implementing individualized educational programs
to meet the needs of the disabled populations. May include either teaching
or coaching experiences.
PHED 218
3-D Desktop Video Applications 3.0 Fa/Spr
Class topics and projects will explore human movement activities in 3 dimensions.
Students will use video cameras, computers, the Video Toaster and Lightwave
5 to produce a 3-D videotape of human movement.
2.0 hours lecture, 2.0
hours activity.
PHED 220
Physical Education for At-Risk Youth 3.0 Fa/Spr
Prerequisites: Faculty permission.
Learning about and working with At-Risk youth in the school environment.
2.0 hours clinical, 2.0 hours activity. You may take this course more than
once for a maximum of 6.0 units.
PHED 224
Biomechanical Analysis 3.0 Fa/Spr
Prerequisites: PHED 185 and basic computer literacy.
Introduction to research in biomechanics. Emphasis is on quantitative videographic
techniques of sport and exercise activities. Other technological and bibliographic
research methods are covered. Special fee required; see The Class Schedule.
PHED 224H
Biomechanical Analysis-Honors 3.0 Fa/Spr
Prerequisites: PHED 185, basic computer literacy; acceptance into the Honors
Program.
Introduction to research in biomechanics. Emphasis is on quantitative videographic
techniques of sport and exercise activities. Other technological and bibliographic
research methods are covered. Honors students are required to complete
an additional biomechanical research project for PHED 299H. Special fee
required; see The Class Schedule.
PHED 226
Interactive Multimedia 3.0 Fa/Spr
A study in the development of interactive multi-media presentation software.
Students will learn how to develop presentation modules based on hardware
and software limitations. 2.0 hours lecture, 2.0 hours activity. You may
take this course more than once for a maximum of 9.0 units.
PHED 230
Administration and Management 3.0 Fa/Spr
of Sport and Fitness Programs
Prerequisites: Basic computer literacy skills.
Course includes laboratory projects and written exams which cover the essential
elements of administration/management of modern day physical education
and athletic programs. Students will be systematically introduced to the
meaning of management and the different styles of management in the conduct
of specific programs such as intramurals, athletics, instructional programs,
clubs, corporate fitness, etc. One major project will be designed by each
student. 2.0 hours lecture, 3.0 hours laboratory. You may take this course
more than once for a maximum of 9.0 units.
PHED 231
Principles of Team Sports 3.0 Fa/Spr
Prerequisites: Basic computer literacy skills. Course includes laboratory
projects and written exams which cover the essential elements of coaching
and performing in a team sport environment. One major project will be designed
by each student.
2.0 hours lecture, 3.0 hours laboratory. You may take this course more
than once for a maximum of 9.0 units.
PHED 232
Principles of Individual Sports 3.0 Fa/Spr
Prerequisites: Basic computer literacy skills.
Course includes laboratory projects and written exams which cover the essential
elements of coaching and performing in an individual sport environment.
One major project will be designed by each student. 2.0 hours lecture,
3.0 hours laboratory. You may take this course more than once for a maximum
of 9.0 units.
PHED 250
Seminar in 3.0 Inquire
Special Topics in Skill Acquisition
Prerequisites: PHED 201.
Students will explore the application of the principles of skill acquisition
in such ways as development of instructional materials for teaching officiating,
substituting new skills for already well-learned less-efficient skills
in a particular sport, sportsmanship behavior, and other examples as suggested
by class members. Students will develop and test their ideas.
PHED 254
Theory and Practice of Play and Games 3.0 Spring
Theoretical analysis of play and games and practical application and practice
of social recreational play activities. Historical, evolutionary, and contemporary
analyses of the play process within cultures.
PHED 257
Seminar in 3.0 Inquire
Theories of Perceptual-Motor Development
Prerequisites: Faculty permission.
Survey of selected theories in perceptual-motor development, with emphasis
on generalized application, program, components, and basic theoretical
premises.
PHED 260
Philosophical Foundations 3.0 Fa/Spr
of Outdoor Education
This course provides the historical and philosophical foundations for using
the outdoors as a medium for learning. Basic teaching and leadership styles
used in instruction are emphasized, including a detailed look at the ethics
involved in using the outdoors and adventure programming in education.
PHED 262
Theory of Experiential Education 3.0 Fa/Spr
Prerequisites: PHED 260.
An overview of the philosophical, psychological, and historical foundations
of experiential education. Central to the course is the examination of
the writings of philosophers/educators such as Jean Jacques Rousseau, John
Dewey, William James, Kurt Hahn, and Willie Unsoeld.
PHED 264
Facilitating the Adventure Experience 3.0 Fa/Spr
Prerequisites: PHED 260.
This course focuses on the process of facilitation. Specific attention
is paid to transfer of learning, outdoor education process/theory, use
of metaphors, small group development, debriefing/processing, providing
appropriate feedback, therapeutic approaches, framing experiences, and
the various theories involved in the use of adventure experiences as a
medium for education/therapy. Applications are generalized to specific
populations (e.g., youth at risk, chemical dependency, businesses, university
orientation programs, and public schools).
PHED 270
Practicum in Outdoor Education 9.0 Summer
Prerequisites: Wilderness 1st Responder, PHED 024, PHED 026, PHED 027,
PHED 028, PHED 260, PHED 264, RECR 040.
Thirty-five-day wilderness experience which provides future teachers, counselors,
and group leaders with a foundation to planning theory, goals, and safety
practices of an extended wilderness expedition. The course is field-based,
meaning that the classroom is remote wilderness settings. Key in this instruction
is the participant’s involvement in a group development experience while
at the same time learning the skills, knowledge, and awareness necessary
to conduct safe, ethical, and effective wilderness-based learning programs.
Substitution with courses from the National Outdoor Leadership School,
Outward Bound, the Wilderness Education Association, or other qualified
programs. 27.0 hours clinical. Credit/no credit grading only. Special fee
required; see The Class Schedule.
PHED 280
Clinic in Exercise Physiology 3.0 Fa/Spr
Prerequisites: PHED 180; faculty permission.
This course will offer students an opportunity to learn to administer a
Human Performance Laboratory. Hands-on use of the equipment will be taught
through corresponding lectures. 2.0 hours lecture, 2.0 hours activity.
Special fee required; see The Class Schedule.
PHED 280H
Clinic in Exercise Physiology-Honors 3.0 Fa/Spr
Prerequisites: PHED 180; acceptance into the Honors Program; faculty permission.
The purpose of this course is to provide the student with hands-on experience
performing physical testing on a wide variety of people. This course will
offer students an opportunity to learn to administer a Human Performance
Lab. Hands-on use of the equipment will be taught through corresponding
lectures. Honors students will participate in a research study using laboratory
equipment to collect physiological data and will present their findings
at the end of the study. 2.0 hours lecture, 2.0 hours activity. Special
fee required; see The Class Schedule.
PHED 281
Bioenergetics 3.0 Inquire
Prerequisites: PHED 180, PHED 185, BIOL 003, BIOL 004, CHEM 028.
Cellular and molecular adaptations of muscle to exercise and training.
How cellular events effect whole body physiology during exercise.
PHED 282
Medical Topics in Exercise Physiology 3.0 Fa/Spr
Prerequisites: Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline or PHED 180A, PHED 185,
PHED 280 or faculty permission.
Seminar course for students and health professionals who desire an in-depth
discussion of medical topics in exercise physiology. Class is designed
for people who are currently working within the medical profession and
students who are preparing for future careers in para-medically related
vocational fields of study. Course is designed to provide the most recent
information, delivered by medical professionals.
PHED 285
Seminar in Sports Medicine 3.0 Fa/Spr
Prerequisites: BIOL 003, BIOL 004, PHED 100 or faculty permission, PHED
180.
This course is designed to explore the diseases and injuries typically
encountered in sports and exercise. Topics include physiology of adaptations,
prevention of athletic injuries, physiology of trauma and inflammation,
musculoskeletal arthritic, and environmental distress.
PHED 285H
Seminar in Sports Medicine-Honors 3.0 Fa/Spr
Prerequisites: BIOL 003, BIOL 004, PHED 100, PHED 180; acceptance into
the Honors Program.
This course is offered concurrently with PHED 285. In addition to exporing
the content of PHED 285, each student will complete an in-depth research
project. The topic will be specific to the field of sports medicine and
must have instructor approval. The student will make a formal presentation
at the conclusion of the semester. The creative implementation of state-of-the-art
technology will be encouraged in the application and/or presentation of
the research projects.
PHED 286
Anatomical and Pathomechanical 3.0 Fa/Spr
Aspects of Sports Injuries
Prerequisites: BIOL 003, BIOL 004, PHED 185.
The study of select human anatomy and specific pathomechanics related to
sports and physical activity injuries. The course will focus on the role
of anatomical structure and pathomechanical mechanisms of joint and tissue
specific to injuries that occur to physically active populations. Previous
study of human anatomy and kinesiology are required.
PHED 288
Seminar in Sport and 3.0 Fa/Spr
Physical Activity Health Care
Prerequisites: PHED 117, PHED 181.
Advanced study of sports and physical activity health care. Topics include
concepts of pathological orthopedic radiography, pharmacology, surgical
techniques and recovery, and current trends in human performance health
care. Previous study of athletic injury evaluation and rehabilitation required.
PHED 298
Special Topics 1.0-3.0 Fa/Spr
This course is for special topics offered as 298A-C for 1.0 to 3.0 units
respectively. Typically the topic is offered on a one-time-only basis and
may vary from term to term and be different for different sections. See
The Class Schedule for the specific topic being offered.
PHED 299H
Physical Education Honors Senior Research 3.0 Inquire
Prerequisites: For Honors students only, who have completed 9 upper-division
units in physical education courses and PHED 104. Permission of Honors
adviser required; faculty permission.
An intensive senior year, two-semester culminating experience taken as
two 3-unit classes in consecutive semesters. Project outline and research
first semester. Honors paper or project is prepared during second semester.
High level of academic excellence is required. The paper or project must
be approved by the department’s Honor Adviser, the Department Chair, and
the University Honors Director. The paper or project must be publicly presented.
You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 6.0 units.
PHED 300
Seminar in Physical Education 3.0 Fa/Spr
A course designed to investigate the relationship between the various facets
of the discipline of physical education, including philosophy, history,
psychology, sociology, exercise physiology, perceptual-motor learning,
biomechanics, athletic training, and pedagogy. This is a required course
in the MA program.
PHED 301
Seminar in 3.0 Fa/Spr
Physical Education Research Statistics
Prerequisites: PHED 184 or faculty permission.
Principles of statistical procedures used with selected research tools
and selected types of research. Presentation of computer statistical, graphic
and word processing programs; and evaluation of statistical research in
physical education. This is a required course in the MA program. Special
fee required; see The Class Schedule.
PHED 302
Seminar in 3.0 Fa/Spr
Physical Education Research Design
Selection and formulation of research problems; exploratory, descriptive,
and experimental designs; research report styles; interrelation of theory
and research; evaluation of research. This is a required course in the
MA program.
PHED 303
Seminar in 3.0 Fall
Biological Foundations of Physical Education
Prerequisites: PHED 302, faculty permission.
Immediate and long-range adaptations of the body to exercise. Physiological
limits and work capacities in relation to age, sex, diet, environmental
factors, and the nature of activity.
PHED 305
Sociological and Cultural Perspectives 3.0 Spring
in Physical Education
Prerequisites: PHED 302.
An in-depth study of the theories of the origin of physical education;
evaluation and assessment of findings as they relate to today’s discipline.
PHED 306
Seminar in 3.0 Fa/Spr
Psychological Foundations of Physical Education
Prerequisites: PHED 302.
Evaluation of current research and practices in mental and emotional adjustments
of the human organism to physical activity. Topics will be selected for
concentrated study from areas of motivation, emotional states, personality
variables, mental and behavioral strategies used to enhance performance,
and age and gender differences in performance.
PHED 307
Seminar in Philosophy of Physical Education 3.0 Fa/Spr
An in-depth reading and discussion of selected works of Hetherington, Dewey,
Rousseau, Spinoza, Plato, Whitehead, Locke, Camus, and Sartre.
PHED 311
Principles and Administration 3.0 Fall
of Competitive Athletics
Organization, conduct, and programming of competitive sports in schools
and colleges. Legal aspects, staffing, facilities and equipment, public
relations, budgeting, and financing of athletics. AB/no credit grading
only.
PHED 321
Research on Teaching and Learning 3.0 Fa/Spr
in Physical Education
Prerequisites: PHED 110 or PHED 111 or other appropriate methods courses.
This course helps graduate students analyze, synthesize, and evaluate the
research on teaching and learning in physical education. Content includes
systematic observation, qualitative studies, curriculum theory/design,
and the enhancement of student learning K-12.
PHED 322
Adapted Program Implementation 3.0 Spring
Prerequisites: Faculty permission.
The organization, administration, planning, and evaluation of adapted physical
activity programs across the lifespan. This course is designed for students
who are interested in working with individuals with disabilities in a variety
of settings. Programming placements may be selected from preschool programs,
public school settings, community-based programs, or programs for older
adults.
PHED 323
Seminar in 3.0 Spring
Biomechanics of Sports Techniques
An in-depth analysis of the literature concerning the biomechanical analysis
of selected sports techniques. AB/no credit grading only. You may take
this course more than once for a maximum of 6.0 units.
PHED 324
Biomechanical Analysis 3.0 Fa/Spr
Prerequisites: PHED 185 and basic computer literacy, faculty permission.
Introduction to research in biomechanics. Emphasis is on quantitative videographic
techniques of sport and exercise activities. Other technological and bibliographic
research methods are covered. Special fee required; see The Class Schedule.
PHED 331
Facilities and Equipment for 3.0 Spring
Physical Education and Recreation
This course provides the students with an examination of the functions
of planning, management, evaluation, maintenance, operations, and situational
analysis as they relate to facility management. Course will use guest speakers
and focused field trips to supplement the basic lecture-discussion format.
AB/no credit grading only. Special fee required; see The Class Schedule.
PHED 358
History of Physical Education 3.0 Inquire
and Sport in the United States
The history of physical education and sport in the United States. Major
emphasis is placed upon the relationships of physical education and sport
as they interact with other social phenomena.
PHED 361
Current Trends and Problems 3.0 Fa/Spr
in Physical Education
Trends in physical education, instructional practices, and administration
of physical education. Review of current literature in physical education.
2.0 hours seminar, 2.0 hours activity.
PHED 362
Physical Education and Sport 3.0 Fa/Spr
Around the World
Prerequisites: Faculty permission.
The course is devoted to the study of physical education (sport, dance,
play, and exercise) programs in a variety of countries. Countries representative
of the following geographic zones or political persuasion will be selected:
(1) The British Isles; (2) Continental Europe; (3) The African Continent;
(4) the American Continents; and (5) the Pacific and Far East and the Middle
East.
PHED 378
Exercise and Aging 3.0 Fa/Spr
This course deals with the aging process and how exercise influences this
process. Theories of aging will be presented from both a Western medicine
point of view and an Eastern tradition point of view. The relevant physiology
of aging will be considered from a “normal” aging perspective and from
the perspective of degenerative disease development. Optimal exercise strategies
will be discussed with respect to a healthy aging process.
PHED 380
Seminar in Environmental Physiology 3.0 Spring
Prerequisites: PHED 180.
Physiological function in special environments, such as high altitude,
space, elevated pressure, extreme temperatures, and polluted environments
will be presented. Special consideration will be given to exercising in
these environments.
PHED 381
Exercise Management-Chronic Disease 3.0 Inquire
and Disabilities
Prerequisites: PHED 180, PHED 185, PHED 280, and faculty permission.
This seminar is for students and health professionals who desire an in-depth
discussion of the role of physical exercise as a medically recognized modality
in conjunction with chronic disease and disabilitites. This class is designed
for all people who are currently working within the medical profession
and for those students who are preparing for future careers in paramedical
vocational fields. This course will present the most recent research and
publications available for the exercise physiology working with individuals
who suffer from chronic disease and existing physical disabilities.
PHED 382
Exercise Cardiology 3.0 Inquire
Prerequisites: PHED 180, PHED 280, PHED 282, and faculty permission.
This seminar course is for students and health professionals who desire
an in-depth discussion of cardiology as it relates to exercise physiology.
Exercise will be viewed both in terms of minimizing risk factors and as
a cardiac stressor. The role of physical exercise in generating risk, such
as excessive free radicals and potassium, and as a cardiac trigger, as
in sudden death and heart attack, will be explored. Cardiac rehabilitation
will be related to exercise prescription. This class is designed for all
people who are currently working within the medical profession and for
those students who are preparing for future careers in paramedical vocational
fields. This course will consider the most recent research and publications
available for exercise physiologists in working with individuals who experience
cardiac disease.
PHED 398
Independent Study 1.0-3.0 Fa/Spr
This course is a graduate level independent study offered as 398A-C for
1.0 to 3.0 units respectively. You must register directly with a supervising
faculty member.
PHED 399
Master’s Study 1.0-6.0 Fa/Spr
Prerequisites: See the department secretary.
This course is a master’s study offered as either a Master’s Thesis, identified
as 399A-F for 1.0 to 6.0 units respectively, or as a Master’s Project,
identified as 399G-L for 1.0 to 6.0 units respectively. You must register
directly with a supervising faculty member. The project is the culminating
graduate experience in which you can enroll in lieu of the thesis where
the end result is a tangible product. Examples might include facilities
planning, compilation of data, construction of a course of study, construction
of teaching aids, publication of manuals, or producing a dance production.
In each example there will be a written component intended to describe
the process, the end result, and the candidate’s competence in descriptive
writing.
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