Note: Semesters listed are when courses are normally offered. However, course offerings may change due to low course enrollment or unexpected staffing changes.

PE 110      Lifetime Fitness and Wellness (FALL, SPRING)

Students will gain an understanding of the basic principles of physical fitness as well as the components of a healthy lifestyle. Students will develop and follow an individualized fitness program. Fulfills the physical wellness general education requirement. Credit Hours: 1

PE 112      Nutrition and Weight Management (FALL, SPRING)

Students will learn basic principles of nutrition as it relates to healthy eating and to weight management. Fulfills the physical wellness general education requirement. Credit Hours: 1

PE 130      Individual Sport Skills (FALL)

This course introduces the skill techniques and strategies in the activities of badminton, fitness, bowling, golf, gymnastics/tumbling, dance, tennis, and track and field. Credit Hours: 2

PE 131      Team Sport Skills (SPRING)

This course introduces the skill techniques and strategies in the sports of basketball, flag football, floor hockey, soccer, softball, volleyball, and team handball. Credit Hours: 2

PE 140      Physical Education for K-9 Educators (FALL, SPRING)

This course introduces movement experiences and physical activity as they relate to elementary age children. For elementary education majors. Credit Hours: 1

PE 150      CPR Certification (FALL)

This course provides instruction in cardiopulmonary procedures for adults, children and infants leading to certification through the American Heart Association. Credit Hours: 1

PE 160      Intercollegiate Soccer - Women

Intercollegiate Teams Student-athletes may apply one hour of credit toward graduation for their participation on an intercollegiate team. To receive credit, students must complete the entire season of the sport, which includes all practices as well as the home and away contests. If a student participates on multiple intercollegiate teams, only one hour of credit for each sport may be applied toward graduation. Note: Participation in intercollegiate teams does not fulfill the physical wellness general education requirement. Credit Hours: 4

PE 161      Intercollegiate Soccer - Men

Intercollegiate Teams Student-athletes may apply one hour of credit toward graduation for their participation on an intercollegiate team. To receive credit, students must complete the entire season of the sport, which includes all practices as well as the home and away contests. If a student participates on multiple intercollegiate teams, only one hour of credit for each sport may be applied toward graduation. Note: Participation in intercollegiate teams does not fulfill the physical wellness general education requirement. Credit Hours: 1

PE 162      Intercollegiate Volleyball - Women

Intercollegiate Teams Student-athletes may apply one hour of credit toward graduation for their participation on an intercollegiate team. To receive credit, students must complete the entire season of the sport, which includes all practices as well as the home and away contests. If a student participates on multiple intercollegiate teams, only one hour of credit for each sport may be applied toward graduation. Note: Participation in intercollegiate teams does not fulfill the physical wellness general education requirement. Credit Hours: 1

PE 163      Intercollegiate Basketball - Men

Intercollegiate Teams Student-athletes may apply one hour of credit toward graduation for their participation on an intercollegiate team. To receive credit, students must complete the entire season of the sport, which includes all practices as well as the home and away contests. If a student participates on multiple intercollegiate teams, only one hour of credit for each sport may be applied toward graduation. Note: Participation in intercollegiate teams does not fulfill the physical wellness general education requirement. Credit Hours: 1

PE 164      Intercollegiate Basketball - Women

Intercollegiate Teams Student-athletes may apply one hour of credit toward graduation for their participation on an intercollegiate team. To receive credit, students must complete the entire season of the sport, which includes all practices as well as the home and away contests. If a student participates on multiple intercollegiate teams, only one hour of credit for each sport may be applied toward graduation. Note: Participation in intercollegiate teams does not fulfill the physical wellness general education requirement. Credit Hours: 1

PE 165      Intercollegiate Baseball

Intercollegiate Teams Student-athletes may apply one hour of credit toward graduation for their participation on an intercollegiate team. To receive credit, students must complete the entire season of the sport, which includes all practices as well as the home and away contests. If a student participates on multiple intercollegiate teams, only one hour of credit for each sport may be applied toward graduation. Note: Participation in intercollegiate teams does not fulfill the physical wellness general education requirement. Credit Hours: 1

PE 166      Intercollegiate Softball

Intercollegiate Teams Student-athletes may apply one hour of credit toward graduation for their participation on an intercollegiate team. To receive credit, students must complete the entire season of the sport, which includes all practices as well as the home and away contests. If a student participates on multiple intercollegiate teams, only one hour of credit for each sport may be applied toward graduation. Note: Participation in intercollegiate teams does not fulfill the physical wellness general education requirement. Credit Hours: 1

PE 167      Intercollegiate Track and Field

Intercollegiate Teams Student-athletes may apply one hour of credit toward graduation for their participation on an intercollegiate team. To receive credit, students must complete the entire season of the sport, which includes all practices as well as the home and away contests. If a student participates on multiple intercollegiate teams, only one hour of credit for each sport may be applied toward graduation. Note: Participation in intercollegiate teams does not fulfill the physical wellness general education requirement. Credit Hours: 1

PE 169      Intercollegiate Cross-Country

Intercollegiate Teams Student-athletes may apply one hour of credit toward graduation for their participation on an intercollegiate team. To receive credit, students must complete the entire season of the sport, which includes all practices as well as the home and away contests. If a student participates on multiple intercollegiate teams, only one hour of credit for each sport may be applied toward graduation. Note: Participation in intercollegiate teams does not fulfill the physical wellness general education requirement. Credit Hours: 1

PE 201      Foundations of Physical Education and Sport (FALL, ODD)

Students study the history, goals, and philosophy of physical education and athletics. Credit Hours: 3

PE 205      Principles and Foundations of Health Education (FALL, ODD)

This course will focus on foundational principles as it relates to historical and philosophical perspectives in the development of health education. Students will gain insight into the skills and knowledge needed to develop successful health education programs. Credit Hours: 3

PE 221      Coaching Soccer (FALL, ODD)

The study and practice of the administration of a soccer program, including skill techniques, coaching strategies, and methods of training and conditioning. Credit Hours: 2

PE 222      Coaching Volleyball (FALL, EVEN)

The study and practice of the administration of a volleyball program, including skill techniques, coaching strategies, and methods of training and conditioning. Credit Hours: 2

PE 223      Coaching Basketball (FALL, EVEN)

The study and practice of the administration of a basketball program, including skill techniques, coaching strategies, and methods of training and conditioning. Credit Hours: 2

PE 224      Coaching Baseball/Softball (SPRING, ODD)

The study and practice of the administration of a baseball/softball program, including skill techniques, coaching strategies, and methods of training and conditioning. Credit Hours: 2

PE 225      Coaching Track and Field (SPRING, EVEN)

The study and practice of the administration of a track and field program, including skill techniques, coaching strategies, and methods of training and conditioning. Credit Hours: 2

PE 231      Recreation and Leisure Studies (SPRING, ODD)

This course provides an introduction to concepts and central issues relevant to recreation and leisure. The organization and administration of various recreation and leisure services will also be studied. Credit Hours: 3

PE 236      Prevention and Treatment of Sports Injuries (SPRING)

This course provides an overview of sports injury management and care that can be applied to a variety of settings. Prerequisites: BIOL 205. Credit Hours: 3

PE 240      School Health Programs (SPRING, ODD)

This course will take a look at identifying the health needs and problems of middle and high school students. There will be an emphasis on developing teaching and learning strategies as it relates to health education. Prerequisites: PE 205. Credit Hours: 3

PE 251      Measurement and Evaluation in Physical Education and Health (FALL, ODD)

This course examines the theory and practice of measurement and evaluation in physical education, the selection and construction of tests and physical measurements, and the interpretation of their results by fundamental statistical procedures. Credit Hours: 3

PE 260      Drug/Chemical Use and Abuse (FALL, EVEN)

This course will study the psychological, social, medical, legal, and economic use, misuse, and abuse of substances along with the implications for education. Credit Hours: 2

PE 285      Principles and Practices of Coaching (SPRING, ODD)

This course looks at the organizational and administrative aspects of coaching at the interscholastic and intercollegiate level, as well as issues that arise within the profession. Credit Hours: 3

PE 290      Exercise Physiology (SPRING)

Students will study the physiological effects of exercise on the human body and examine how the body responds and adapts to a physical training program. Prerequisites: BIOL 205. Credit Hours: 3

PE 295      Fitness Assessment and Exercise Prescription (SPRING, EVEN)

Students will study the application of physiological principles as they relate to the evaluation of physical fitness and exercise prescription. Emphasis is placed on the design of individual and group exercise programs. Prerequisites: BIOL 205, BIOL 206, PE 290. Credit Hours: 3

PE 302      Organization and Administration of Physical Education and Athletics (SPRING)

Students study management, theories, structures, and functions involved in organizing and administering a physical education and athletics program. Credit Hours: 3

PE 310      Community Health Programs (SPRING, EVEN)

This course will look at the organization and administration in local, state, and national health agencies, along with their purposes and functions. The students will get an overview of methods for meeting community health needs and for solving community health problems. Credit Hours: 3

PE 315      Adaptive Physical Education (FALL)

This course will enable students to identify, evaluate and develop activities for children with disabilities. An understanding of state and federal laws for persons with disabilities as well as study of various conditions identified by law. Credit Hours: 3

PE 320      Psychology of Sport (SPRING, EVEN)

Students will gain an understanding of the relationship of human behavior to sport and how sport influences individuals. Emphasis is given to theory, research, and application in the area of sport psychology. Credit Hours: 3

PE 325      Curriculum and Instruction in Physical Education and Health (SPRING, ODD)

This course is a study of the curriculum and various methods used to teach physical education and health to both regular and special populations. Credit Hours: 3

PE 333      Kinesiology (FALL)

This course examines the basic principles, laws, and concepts of human movement. Prerequisites: BIOL 205. Credit Hours: 3

PE 345      Strength Training Theory and Application (FALL, ODD)

This course examines the organization, design, and supervision of strength training programs. Emphasis is placed on the anatomical and biomechanical aspects of strength training. Prerequisites: PE 333. Credit Hours: 3

PE 360      Special Populations and Exercise Prescription (SPRING, ODD)

This course studies the effects of exercise and chronic activity on persons with disabilities, the elderly, and children. Factors to consider when structuring exercise programs for special populations are examined. Credit Hours: 3

PE 380      Instructional Strategies in Physical Education 6-12 (SPRING, EVEN)

This course examines various teaching methods and classroom management in grades 6-12. Credit Hours: 3

PE 381      Methods in Physical Education for the Elementary School (FALL, EVEN)

Students will learn the theory and practice of organizing, teaching, and evaluating physical education activities at the elementary level. Credit Hours: 3

PE 399      Independent Study (FALL, SPRING)

Credit hours range from 1-3 hours. Credit Hours: 1

PE 400      Field Education (FALL, SPRING)

Credit hours range from 4-6 hours. Credit Hours: 4

PE 401      Senior Seminar (FALL, SPRING)

This capstone course will allow students to explore the Christian worldview as it impacts the physical education profession and their role within that career. Credit Hours: 1