Physical Education

101. Physical Education Activity.

Students select from a broad range of activities. These individual, dual, and team activities are designed to further physical fitness, to increase knowledge and recreational resourcefulness, and to provide instruction in and practice of skills and techniques. A maximum of two hours of credit in physical education activity may be applied toward graduation. One-half hour for each activity.

101J. Physical Education Activity: Water Safety Instruction.

Successful completion leads to Red Cross Water Safety Instructor’s certification. Prerequisite: Level VI Swimming Proficiency. Note: course meets entire semester. One hour.

108. Sport in Society.

An introduction to athletics, sport, and physical education as it affects human behavior and social structure and the contribution from this discipline to the social science perspective. Attention given to relevant research and theory concerning cultural and societal issues. Emphasis also placed on knowledge of physical activity and sport values in relationships to the individual and society. Cornerstone 3. Three hours.

116. Movement Education.

Concepts of movement, dance, use of manipulatives, rhythms, gymnastics, and large apparatus will be examined. Emphasis on individual skill development and preparation of students for teaching in the school setting. Three hours.

122. Practicum in Athletic Training I.

This course is designed to acquaint the incoming student athletic trainer with the beginning skills associated with athletic training and an introduction to training room procedure. The class is task-oriented and the student must complete a series of modules and competencies and proficiencies. It is designed specifically for athletic training majors. One hour.

151. Foundations of Physical Education.

This course examines the history, philosophy, and principles of physical education as a profession and its relationship to modern education. Three hours.

165. Medical Terminology and Pharmacology.

This course is designed for students pursuing any health-related field. The students will become familiar with common medical prefixes, suffixes and root words and combine these skills to build medical words. Students will also be introduced to basic pharmacology; including common prescription and over-the-counter (OTC) drugs, drug interactions, how drugs are administered, and how they are absorbed and metabolized in the human body. Following the course, students will be able to recognize medical terms and apply them to real-life situations and communicate with other allied-health care professionals. Same as Biology 165. Three hours.

190. Special Topics in Physical Education.

201. Basic Athletic Training.

Methods of athletic training and conditioning and the prevention and care of athletic injuries are studied. Practical experience in taping and wrapping techniques are included. There is a minimum charge to each student for tape fees. Prerequisite of Biology is recommended. Three hours.

205. Theory of Individual and Team Sports.

This course is designed to develop knowledge of sport rules and allow opportunities for the students to acquire skills and strategies of competition. Designed for the physical education major or minor, it will prepare the student to teach activities in the school setting. Three hours.

208. Elementary Methods of Physical Education.

Curricula, administration, activities, and methods of teaching and supervising physical education in the elementary school. Emphasis is on the teaching of activities which contribute to the total development of the elementary school child. Prerequisites: Physical Education 151 and either Education 114 or Education 165. Three hours.

210. Scientific Principles of Strength & Conditioning.

This course will focus on the concepts and applications of the exercise sciences. Students will learn basic principals of muscle anatomy and physiology, the neuromuscular, cardiorespiratory, and endocrine adaptations to anaerobic and aerobic exercise, the biomechanics of exercise, the bioenergetics of training, nutritional factors associated with good health and performance, eating disorders and obesity, and performance-enhancing substances. Three hours. Prerequisites: Biol 110 and one of the following: Biol 104, 105, 225.

214. Recreation and Park Programming.

This course will be a study of leisure and recreation in their sociological aspects with regard to present day needs. Public, private and commercial areas within recreation and philosophical differences between them will be explored. Fundamentals of organizing and administering programs within park and recreation settings will be addressed. Three hours.

215. Officiating.

Designed to provide practical experience in officiating football, basketball, volleyball, baseball, and softball. Three hours.

219. Employment Experience in Physical Education.

221. Practicum in Athletic Training II.

This course is task-oriented where each student will continue to complete modules and competencies and proficiencies. Students are required to complete designated clinical education modules which involves rotating to different clinical instructors through various sports (see clinical education, student handbook, or website). Students will be routinely evaluated by their clinical instructor as well as their peers. Prerequisite: Formal acceptance into Athletic Training Education Program, Physical Education 122. One hour.

222. Practicum in Athletic Training III.

This is a continuation course in the Athletic Training room where the student continues to complete more advanced modules and competencies and proficiencies. Prerequisite: Physical Education 221. One hour.

240. Kinesiology and Body Mechanics.

Anatomy and its application in movement, mechanics, and muscular exercise in relation to sports, posture, corrective exercise, and everyday living. Three hours.

251. Contemporary Health.

This course will examine the major health concerns being experienced in our country. The materials to be studied include: drugs, alcohol, tobacco, human sexuality, communicable diseases, physical fitness, and family life issues. Also, such problems as cancer, heart disease, aging, and weight control will be investigated. Prerequisite: Biology is recommended. Three hours. (Offered every other year).

255. Exercise Techniques/Weight Training

Students will learn a better understanding of the many varied exercise techniques associated in the field of exercise science. Emphasis will be placed on performing resistance training exercises with correct technique and spotting protocols. Also studied will be the different stretching techniques and programs such as static, ballistic, and PNF. Students will utilize many different pieces of equipment within the athletic department. Prerequisites: PhyE 210, 240. Three hours.

260. Therapeutic Modalities in Sport Medicine.

This course will teach students the scientific theories, clinical application, indication, and contraindications for therapeutic modalities used in the sports medicine arena. Specific areas will include ultrasound, electrical stimulation and massage techniques, with an overview of pain and mechanisms of pain relief and basic principles of electricity. Prerequisite: Physical Education 201. Three hours.

271. Recognition of Athletic Injuries I.

This course is designed to help you acquire the knowledge needed to perform a thorough evaluation of athletic injuries. It will include anatomy, physiology, and some kinesiology. This course will also help the student prepare for the National Athletic Trainers’ Association Board of Certification Examination. Prerequisite: Physical Education 201 or permission of instructor. Three hours.

272. Recognition of Athletic Injuries II.

This course is a continuation of Physical Education 271 and is designed to help you acquire the knowledge and skills that are vital in performing a thorough evaluation of athletic injuries. This course will be solely based on athletic injury assessment. This course will also help the student prepare for the National Athletic Trainers’ Association Board of Certification Examination. Prerequisite: Physical Education 271. Three hours.

275. Administration of Athletic Training and Sport Law.

This course will present the fundamentals of administration aspects of athletic training including; inventory, bidding, program evaluation and development, quality control, organizational structure, insurance claims, and staff supervision. In addition, the student will be introduced to the legal principles that apply to the athletic trainer such as liability, negligence, standard of care, malpractice, and risk management. It will also offer in-depth analysis of documentation and record keeping. Prerequisite: Physical Education 201. Three hours.

290. Special Topics in Physical Education.

300. Foundations of Coaching.

The organization, administration, financing, legal responsibilities, and ethics of athletic programs for both men and women. The philosophy, psychology, and scientific principles of coaching with emphasis on experiences and problems related to high school athletics. Prerequisite: two of the following three courses: Physical Education 201, Physical Education 240, or Education 165. Three hours.

301. Theory of Coaching Football.

Rules, offensive and defensive systems, strategies, and techniques of football. Designed for the preparation of physical education majors and the coaching endorsement in a program of interscholastic athletics. Prerequisite: Physical Education 300. Three hours.

302. Theory of Coaching Basketball.

Rules, strategies, and techniques of basketball. Designed for the preparation of physical education majors and the coaching endorsement in a program of interscholastic athletics are also included. Prerequisite: Physical Education 300. Three hours.

303. Theory of Coaching Wrestling.

Rules, strategies, and techniques of wrestling. Designed for the preparation of physical education majors and the coaching endorsement in a program of interscholastic athletics. Prerequisite: Physical Education 300. Three hours.

304. Theory of Coaching Track and Field.

Rules and techniques of track and field. Designed for the preparation of physical education majors and the coaching endorsement in a program of interscholastic athletics. Prerequisite: Physical Education 300. Three hours.

305. Theory of Coaching Baseball and Softball.

Rules, strategies, and techniques of baseball and softball. Designed for the preparation of physical education majors and the coaching endorsement in a program of interscholastic athletics. Prerequisite: Physical Education 300. Three hours.

306. Theory of Coaching Volleyball.

Rules, offensive, and defensive systems, strategies, and techniques of volleyball. Designed for the preparation of physical education majors and the coaching endorsement in a program of interscholastic athletics. Prerequisite: Physical Education 300. Three hours.

307. Theory of Coaching Soccer.

Rules, offensive and defensive strategies, and analysis of philosophy of techniques and practices. Designed for the preparation of physical education majors and the Coaching endorsement in a program of interscholastic athletics. Prerequisite: Physical Education 300. Three hours.

308. Health Methods and Curriculum.

A course designed to prepare goals, content, material, teaching strategies and evaluation procedures. Students will learn planning and implementing strategies and lessons for a health education program. Topics will include first aid, sex education, drug education, family life issues, health social problems and various others mandated by state guidelines. Prerequisites: Education 114 or Physical Education 151. Three hours.

310. Exercise Physiology.

The study of how the human body responds to exercise and physical activity. A course designed to acquaint students with the functional responses and adaptations which accompany single and repeated prescribed exercises. Three hours.

312. Public/Community Health and Safety.

This course will introduce to the student the issues relating to consumer health, safety and emergency care; and the relationship of personal health maintenance and the general condition of the environment and the community as a whole. The major subject areas are safety and emergency care, consumer health, and environmental health. For juniors and seniors. Three hours.

317. Therapeutic Exercise I.

This course will teach the athletic training student considerations in designing and implementing rehabilitation programs for athletic injuries. Content will include, but not limited to, goals in rehabilitation, tissue healing review, psychological aspects of rehabilitation and tools of rehabilitation. Prerequisite: Physical Education 272. Three hours.

318. Therapeutic Exercise II.

This course is a continuation of Physical Education 317 and will focus on rehabilitation protocols for specifi c body parts/injuries. This course will help prepare you for the National Athletic Trainers’ Association board of Certification Examination. Prerequisite: Physical Education 317. Three hours.

319. Internships in Physical Education Cooperative Education:

Coaching Internship.

Internship in the public schools is designed to give students practical “hands-on” coaching experience. The student will serve as an assistant coach working under the supervision of the head coach. Prerequisites: Physical Education 201, 240, 300, Education 165. Student must also have approval from the Physical Education Department Chairperson. One to three hours.

Athletic Training Internship.

Internship with the Simpson College athletic trainer designed to give students practical “hands-on” experience in the prevention and care of athletic injuries. The student will work under the supervision of the Simpson College athletic trainer. Prerequisites: Biology 110 and either 111 or 225, Physical Education 240 and 310. The student must also obtain approval from Physical Education Department Chairperson. One-four hours.

Health Club/Physical Fitness Internship.

Designed to give students practical “hands-on” experience in one of the related areas for employment of physical educators, i.e., health clubs, wellness centers, racquetball clubs, YWCA-YMCA. Students will work under the supervision of the director. Prerequisites: Biology 110 and either 111 or 225. Candidate must also obtain approval from Physical Education Department Chairperson. One-four hours.

Exercise Science Internship

Designed to give students practical “hands on” experience in one of the related areas for employment in physical education, fitness clubs, personal training, wellness or health centers, etc. Students will work under certified strength and conditioning or other approved professionals. Candidate must also obtain approval from Physical Education Department Chairperson. One–four hours.

320. Organization and Administration of Physical Education, Athletics and Recreation.

The course will include discussion of policy formation and organizational tasks; programs in physical education, intramural, recreation, interscholastic, and intercollegiate athletics; evaluation; supervision; public relations; legal questions; and management of fi nancial resources, equipment, supplies and facilities. Prerequisite: Physical Education 151. Three hours.

321. Secondary Methods of Physical Education.

A course designed for those planning to teach in the secondary school. Curriculum, evaluation, organization, and administration of secondary school physical education. Emphasis on the method and technique of teaching physical education activities. Prerequisites: Physical Education 151 and either Education 114 or Education 165. Three hours.

322. Practicum in Athletic Training IV.

This course is a continuation of Physical Education 222. The student continues to complete advanced modules and specific competencies in the Athletic Training room. ). Students will be routinely evaluated during their clinical education by their clinical instructor. This class also requires a sports medicine clinical experience. Prerequisite: Physical Education 222. One hour.

323. Practicum in Athletic Training V.

This is a continuation course of Physical Education 322. The student continues to complete advanced modules and specified competencies. Students are required to complete designated clinical education modules which involve team athletic training student duties and being assigned to a clinical instructor (see clinical education, student handbook, or website). Students will be routinely evaluated during their clinical education by their clinical instructor. This class also requires a sports medicine clinical experience. Prerequisites: Physical Education 271, 272, and 322. One hour.

325. Physical Education for Students with Special Needs.

The course will be an introduction to physical education programming for students with special needs. Course will include the role of physical education for the disabled; understanding of specific disabilities; motor development and fundamental patterns; evaluation and identification of students’ physical education needs; adapted activities, sports and games; curriculum planning; class organization; and special facilities and equipment. Course will also include a practical experience in which students will have the opportunity to observe and work with those with special needs in physical education and recreation programs. Prerequisite: Physical Education 151. Three hours.

340. Program Design and Exercise Prescription & Testing.

This course is designed to teach the student how to construct and implement the principles and exercise techniques into a consolidated exercise program customized to the athlete’s needs. Students will also learn how to measure and test athletes as well as interpret these results. Prerequisites: PhyE 240, 255, and 310.

351. Practicum in Athletic Training VI.

This course is taken by Level III Athletic Training Students where students take part in a senior seminar that involves 30 hours under the supervision of an approved clinical instructor to evaluate clinical proficiency teaching objectives. Students must complete the two XII modules and the X12 module. Students will be routinely evaluated during their clinical education by their clinical instructor. The student also learns how to prepare for the NATABOC Certification Exam. Prerequisites: Physical Education 271, 272, 322 and 323. One hour.

352. Practicum in Athletic Training VII.

This is the last in a series of continuation courses that deal with the most advanced competencies and profi ciencies in the Athletic Training room. The student also learns how to prepare for the NATABOC certification exam. Prerequisite: Physical Education 351. One hour.

370. Screening Assessment of Health Conditions.

This course is designed for students who wish to pursue a career in health-related fields. It will focus on examination strategies and techniques outside of the traditional musculo-skeletal area, and prepare the student to perform assessments for diseases such as cancer, AIDS, muscular dystrophy, asthma and many others. Three hours.

380. Independent Study in Physical Education.

390. Special Topics in Physical Education.


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Physical Education 101. Physical Education Activity. Students select from a broad range of activities. These individual, dual, and team activities are designed to further physical fitness, to increase knowledge and recreational resourcefulness, and to provide instruction in and practice of skills and techniques. A maximum of two hours of credit in physical education activity may be applied toward graduation. One-half hour for each activity. 101J. Physical Education Activity: Water Safety Instruction. Successful completion leads to Red Cross Water Safety Instructor’s certification. Prerequisite: Level VI Swimming Proficiency. Note: course meets entire semester. One hour. 108. Sport in Society. An introduction to athletics, sport, and physical education as it affects human behavior and social structure and the contribution from this discipline to the social science perspective. Attention given to relevant research and theory concerning cultural and societal issues. Emphasis also placed on knowledge of physical activity and sport values in relationships to the individual and society. Cornerstone 3. Three hours. 116. Movement Education. Concepts of movement, dance, use of manipulatives, rhythms, gymnastics, and large apparatus will be examined. Emphasis on individual skill development and preparation of students for teaching in the school setting. Three hours. 122. Practicum in Athletic Training I. This course is designed to acquaint the incoming student athletic trainer with the beginning skills associated with athletic training and an introduction to training room procedure. The class is task-oriented and the student must complete a series of modules and competencies and proficiencies. It is designed specifically for athletic training majors. One hour. 151. Foundations of Physical Education. This course examines the history, philosophy, and principles of physical education as a profession and its relationship to modern education. Three hours. 165. Medical Terminology and Pharmacology. This course is designed for students pursuing any health-related field. The students will become familiar with common medical prefixes, suffixes and root words and combine these skills to build medical words. Students will also be introduced to basic pharmacology; including common prescription and over-the-counter (OTC) drugs, drug interactions, how drugs are administered, and how they are absorbed and metabolized in the human body. Following the course, students will be able to recognize medical terms and apply them to real-life situations and communicate with other allied-health care professionals. Same as Biology 165. Three hours. 190. Special Topics in Physical Education. 201. Basic Athletic Training. Methods of athletic training and conditioning and the prevention and care of athletic injuries are studied. Practical experience in taping and wrapping techniques are included. There is a minimum charge to each student for tape fees. Prerequisite of Biology is recommended. Three hours. 205. Theory of Individual and Team Sports. This course is designed to develop knowledge of sport rules and allow opportunities for the students to acquire skills and strategies of competition. Designed for the physical education major or minor, it will prepare the student to teach activities in the school setting. Three hours. 208. Elementary Methods of Physical Education. Curricula, administration, activities, and methods of teaching and supervising physical education in the elementary school. Emphasis is on the teaching of activities which contribute to the total development of the elementary school child. Prerequisites: Physical Education 151 and either Education 114 or Education 165. Three hours. 210. Scientific Principles of Strength & Conditioning. This course will focus on the concepts and applications of the exercise sciences. Students will learn basic principals of muscle anatomy and physiology, the neuromuscular, cardiorespiratory, and endocrine adaptations to anaerobic and aerobic exercise, the biomechanics of exercise, the bioenergetics of training, nutritional factors associated with good health and performance, eating disorders and obesity, and performance-enhancing substances. Three hours. Prerequisites: Biol 110 and one of the following: Biol 104, 105, 225. 214. Recreation and Park Programming. This course will be a study of leisure and recreation in their sociological aspects with regard to present day needs. Public, private and commercial areas within recreation and philosophical differences between them will be explored. Fundamentals of organizing and administering programs within park and recreation settings will be addressed. Three hours. 215. Officiating. Designed to provide practical experience in officiating football, basketball, volleyball, baseball, and softball. Three hours. 219. Employment Experience in Physical Education. 221. Practicum in Athletic Training II. This course is task-oriented where each student will continue to complete modules and competencies and proficiencies. Students are required to complete designated clinical education modules which involves rotating to different clinical instructors through various sports (see clinical education, student handbook, or website). Students will be routinely evaluated by their clinical instructor as well as their peers. Prerequisite: Formal acceptance into Athletic Training Education Program, Physical Education 122. One hour. 222. Practicum in Athletic Training III. This is a continuation course in the Athletic Training room where the student continues to complete more advanced modules and competencies and proficiencies. Prerequisite: Physical Education 221. One hour. 240. Kinesiology and Body Mechanics. Anatomy and its application in movement, mechanics, and muscular exercise in relation to sports, posture, corrective exercise, and everyday living. Three hours. 251. Contemporary Health. This course will examine the major health concerns being experienced in our country. The materials to be studied include: drugs, alcohol, tobacco, human sexuality, communicable diseases, physical fitness, and family life issues. Also, such problems as cancer, heart disease, aging, and weight control will be investigated. Prerequisite: Biology is recommended. Three hours. (Offered every other year). 255. Exercise Techniques/Weight Training Students will learn a better understanding of the many varied exercise techniques associated in the field of exercise science. Emphasis will be placed on performing resistance training exercises with correct technique and spotting protocols. Also studied will be the different stretching techniques and programs such as static, ballistic, and PNF. Students will utilize many different pieces of equipment within the athletic department. Prerequisites: PhyE 210, 240. Three hours. 260. Therapeutic Modalities in Sport Medicine. This course will teach students the scientific theories, clinical application, indication, and contraindications for therapeutic modalities used in the sports medicine arena. Specific areas will include ultrasound, electrical stimulation and massage techniques, with an overview of pain and mechanisms of pain relief and basic principles of electricity. Prerequisite: Physical Education 201. Three hours. 271. Recognition of Athletic Injuries I. This course is designed to help you acquire the knowledge needed to perform a thorough evaluation of athletic injuries. It will include anatomy, physiology, and some kinesiology. This course will also help the student prepare for the National Athletic Trainers’ Association Board of Certification Examination. Prerequisite: Physical Education 201 or permission of instructor. Three hours. 272. Recognition of Athletic Injuries II. This course is a continuation of Physical Education 271 and is designed to help you acquire the knowledge and skills that are vital in performing a thorough evaluation of athletic injuries. This course will be solely based on athletic injury assessment. This course will also help the student prepare for the National Athletic Trainers’ Association Board of Certification Examination. Prerequisite: Physical Education 271. Three hours. 275. Administration of Athletic Training and Sport Law. This course will present the fundamentals of administration aspects of athletic training including; inventory, bidding, program evaluation and development, quality control, organizational structure, insurance claims, and staff supervision. In addition, the student will be introduced to the legal principles that apply to the athletic trainer such as liability, negligence, standard of care, malpractice, and risk management. It will also offer in-depth analysis of documentation and record keeping. Prerequisite: Physical Education 201. Three hours. 290. Special Topics in Physical Education. 300. Foundations of Coaching. The organization, administration, financing, legal responsibilities, and ethics of athletic programs for both men and women. The philosophy, psychology, and scientific principles of coaching with emphasis on experiences and problems related to high school athletics. Prerequisite: two of the following three courses: Physical Education 201, Physical Education 240, or Education 165. Three hours. 301. Theory of Coaching Football. Rules, offensive and defensive systems, strategies, and techniques of football. Designed for the preparation of physical education majors and the coaching endorsement in a program of interscholastic athletics. Prerequisite: Physical Education 300. Three hours. 302. Theory of Coaching Basketball. Rules, strategies, and techniques of basketball. Designed for the preparation of physical education majors and the coaching endorsement in a program of interscholastic athletics are also included. Prerequisite: Physical Education 300. Three hours. 303. Theory of Coaching Wrestling. Rules, strategies, and techniques of wrestling. Designed for the preparation of physical education majors and the coaching endorsement in a program of interscholastic athletics. Prerequisite: Physical Education 300. Three hours. 304. Theory of Coaching Track and Field. Rules and techniques of track and field. Designed for the preparation of physical education majors and the coaching endorsement in a program of interscholastic athletics. Prerequisite: Physical Education 300. Three hours. 305. Theory of Coaching Baseball and Softball. Rules, strategies, and techniques of baseball and softball. Designed for the preparation of physical education majors and the coaching endorsement in a program of interscholastic athletics. Prerequisite: Physical Education 300. Three hours. 306. Theory of Coaching Volleyball. Rules, offensive, and defensive systems, strategies, and techniques of volleyball. Designed for the preparation of physical education majors and the coaching endorsement in a program of interscholastic athletics. Prerequisite: Physical Education 300. Three hours. 307. Theory of Coaching Soccer. Rules, offensive and defensive strategies, and analysis of philosophy of techniques and practices. Designed for the preparation of physical education majors and the Coaching endorsement in a program of interscholastic athletics. Prerequisite: Physical Education 300. Three hours. 308. Health Methods and Curriculum. A course designed to prepare goals, content, material, teaching strategies and evaluation procedures. Students will learn planning and implementing strategies and lessons for a health education program. Topics will include first aid, sex education, drug education, family life issues, health social problems and various others mandated by state guidelines. Prerequisites: Education 114 or Physical Education 151. Three hours. 310. Exercise Physiology. The study of how the human body responds to exercise and physical activity. A course designed to acquaint students with the functional responses and adaptations which accompany single and repeated prescribed exercises. Three hours. 312. Public/Community Health and Safety. This course will introduce to the student the issues relating to consumer health, safety and emergency care; and the relationship of personal health maintenance and the general condition of the environment and the community as a whole. The major subject areas are safety and emergency care, consumer health, and environmental health. For juniors and seniors. Three hours. 317. Therapeutic Exercise I. This course will teach the athletic training student considerations in designing and implementing rehabilitation programs for athletic injuries. Content will include, but not limited to, goals in rehabilitation, tissue healing review, psychological aspects of rehabilitation and tools of rehabilitation. Prerequisite: Physical Education 272. Three hours. 318. Therapeutic Exercise II. This course is a continuation of Physical Education 317 and will focus on rehabilitation protocols for specifi c body parts/injuries. This course will help prepare you for the National Athletic Trainers’ Association board of Certification Examination. Prerequisite: Physical Education 317. Three hours. 319. Internships in Physical Education Cooperative Education: Coaching Internship. Internship in the public schools is designed to give students practical “hands-on” coaching experience. The student will serve as an assistant coach working under the supervision of the head coach. Prerequisites: Physical Education 201, 240, 300, Education 165. Student must also have approval from the Physical Education Department Chairperson. One to three hours. Athletic Training Internship. Internship with the Simpson College athletic trainer designed to give students practical “hands-on” experience in the prevention and care of athletic injuries. The student will work under the supervision of the Simpson College athletic trainer. Prerequisites: Biology 110 and either 111 or 225, Physical Education 240 and 310. The student must also obtain approval from Physical Education Department Chairperson. One-four hours. Health Club/Physical Fitness Internship. Designed to give students practical “hands-on” experience in one of the related areas for employment of physical educators, i.e., health clubs, wellness centers, racquetball clubs, YWCA-YMCA. Students will work under the supervision of the director. Prerequisites: Biology 110 and either 111 or 225. Candidate must also obtain approval from Physical Education Department Chairperson. One-four hours. Exercise Science Internship Designed to give students practical “hands on” experience in one of the related areas for employment in physical education, fitness clubs, personal training, wellness or health centers, etc. Students will work under certified strength and conditioning or other approved professionals. Candidate must also obtain approval from Physical Education Department Chairperson. One–four hours. 320. Organization and Administration of Physical Education, Athletics and Recreation. The course will include discussion of policy formation and organizational tasks; programs in physical education, intramural, recreation, interscholastic, and intercollegiate athletics; evaluation; supervision; public relations; legal questions; and management of fi nancial resources, equipment, supplies and facilities. Prerequisite: Physical Education 151. Three hours. 321. Secondary Methods of Physical Education. A course designed for those planning to teach in the secondary school. Curriculum, evaluation, organization, and administration of secondary school physical education. Emphasis on the method and technique of teaching physical education activities. Prerequisites: Physical Education 151 and either Education 114 or Education 165. Three hours. 322. Practicum in Athletic Training IV. This course is a continuation of Physical Education 222. The student continues to complete advanced modules and specific competencies in the Athletic Training room. ). Students will be routinely evaluated during their clinical education by their clinical instructor. This class also requires a sports medicine clinical experience. Prerequisite: Physical Education 222. One hour. 323. Practicum in Athletic Training V. This is a continuation course of Physical Education 322. The student continues to complete advanced modules and specified competencies. Students are required to complete designated clinical education modules which involve team athletic training student duties and being assigned to a clinical instructor (see clinical education, student handbook, or website). Students will be routinely evaluated during their clinical education by their clinical instructor. This class also requires a sports medicine clinical experience. Prerequisites: Physical Education 271, 272, and 322. One hour. 325. Physical Education for Students with Special Needs. The course will be an introduction to physical education programming for students with special needs. Course will include the role of physical education for the disabled; understanding of specific disabilities; motor development and fundamental patterns; evaluation and identification of students’ physical education needs; adapted activities, sports and games; curriculum planning; class organization; and special facilities and equipment. Course will also include a practical experience in which students will have the opportunity to observe and work with those with special needs in physical education and recreation programs. Prerequisite: Physical Education 151. Three hours. 340. Program Design and Exercise Prescription & Testing. This course is designed to teach the student how to construct and implement the principles and exercise techniques into a consolidated exercise program customized to the athlete’s needs. Students will also learn how to measure and test athletes as well as interpret these results. Prerequisites: PhyE 240, 255, and 310. 351. Practicum in Athletic Training VI. This course is taken by Level III Athletic Training Students where students take part in a senior seminar that involves 30 hours under the supervision of an approved clinical instructor to evaluate clinical proficiency teaching objectives. Students must complete the two XII modules and the X12 module. Students will be routinely evaluated during their clinical education by their clinical instructor. The student also learns how to prepare for the NATABOC Certification Exam. Prerequisites: Physical Education 271, 272, 322 and 323. One hour. 352. Practicum in Athletic Training VII. This is the last in a series of continuation courses that deal with the most advanced competencies and profi ciencies in the Athletic Training room. The student also learns how to prepare for the NATABOC certification exam. Prerequisite: Physical Education 351. One hour. 370. Screening Assessment of Health Conditions. This course is designed for students who wish to pursue a career in health-related fields. It will focus on examination strategies and techniques outside of the traditional musculo-skeletal area, and prepare the student to perform assessments for diseases such as cancer, AIDS, muscular dystrophy, asthma and many others. Three hours. 380. Independent Study in Physical Education. 390. Special Topics in Physical Education.
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