Physical Education

Classes

PED 100 : Fundamentals of Fitness

This lecture course includes the basic principles of physical education and physical fitness. It explores the psychological and physiological effects of exercise and physical fitness, including effects on the human skeleton, muscle development, respiration, and coordination. It is viewed as an introduction to such laboratory courses as slimnastics, weight training, and conditioning. The course may also include fitness evaluation, development of individual fitness programs, and participation in fitness activities.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

None.

PED 118 : General Conditioning (Beginning)

This course provides an individualized approach to general conditioning utilizing the five major components. Emphasis is placed on the scientific basis for setting up and engaging in personalized physical fitness and conditioning programs. Upon completion, students should be able to set up and implement an individualized physical fitness and conditioning program.

Credits

1

Prerequisites

None.

PED 119 : General Conditioning (Intermediate)

This course is an intermediate-level fitness and conditioning program class. Topics include specific exercises contributing to fitness and the role exercise plays in developing body systems. Upon completion, students should be able to implement and evaluate an individualized physical fitness and conditioning program.

Credits

1

Prerequisites

PED 118 or permission of instructor.

PED 251 : Varsity Basketball

This course covers advanced fundamentals of basketball. Emphasis is placed on skill development, knowledge of the rules, and basic game strategy. Upon completion, students should be able to participate in competitive basketball.

Credits

1

Prerequisites

Permission of Instructor.

PED 252 : Varsity Baseball

This course covers advanced baseball techniques. Emphasis is placed on refining skills and developing more advanced strategies and techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to play baseball at a competitive level.

Credits

1

Prerequisites

Permission of Instructor.

PED 258 : Varsity Volleyball

This course covers more advanced volleyball techniques. Emphasis is placed on refining skills and developing more advanced strategies and techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to participate in competitive volleyball.

Credits

1

Prerequisites

Permission of Instructor.