Course Atlas, Summer 2008

All students must complete four (4) 1-credit hour courses in Health and Physical Education as follows:
1) PE 101 Health Education*

*The Health Waiver Exam is administered to incoming freshmen only during Freshmen Orientation before classes begin for the Fall Semester. If a passing score is achieved on the Exam, the student does not have to take PE 101. However, they must take another PE class. The four (4) PE credits are still applicable, including the Principles of Physical Fitness course.

2) One course from the Principles of Physical Fitness (PPF) program:

PE 110
PE 112
PE 114
PE 122
PE 124
PE 132
PE 134
DANC 226 (see Dance Program Course Offerings)

3) Two other PE or 1-credit hour DANC courses

OR Participate in one varsity sport for two semesters**

OR Participate in two different varsity sports for one semester each**

**Students MUST register through the Registrar for the sport for the semester in which they are participating in order to receive credit for that semester. Permission to register is required from the coach prior to pre-registration. Retroactive grades will not be awarded to athletes who fail to register for credit the semester in which they participate in the varsity sport.

Note: PE 101 must be taken for a letter grade; the S/U option is not available for this course. All other PE courses may be taken for either a letter grade or on an S/U option.
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PE 134 00A: PPF/Weight /Resistance Training
Johnson, M-F 8:30-9:50 a.m.
MAX: 22
WRT: NO
First class meeting in WPEC Weight Training corridor-4th floor

Content: This course uses the Cybex machines plus selected free standing equipment. NO free weights will be used. Students will be able to engage in programs designed to enhance muscle fitness, muscle strength, muscle endurance, and flexibility. Nutrition, body composition, and general physical fitness information/labs will also be included in this course.

Particulars: Written exams will cover principles of weight training as well as nutrition, body composition, and general physical fitness. Pre and post physical fitness assessment will be administered. Additional materials may be provided by instructor. Fulfills Principles of Physical Fitness requirement.
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PE 164 00A: Basic Tai Chi
Yang, M-F 10:00-11:20 a.m.
Location: 4th Floor Aerobic Studio
MAX: 18
WRT: NO

Content: This course teaches the history, philosophy, and physical performance of the ancient Chinese martial art of Tai Chi Chuan. Topics covered include stress management through moving meditation, physical and mental balance, strength building, flexibility, and traditional Chinese medical theory. Learn 10 forms of Yang-style Tai Chi Chuan.

Particulars: Loose fitting athletic workout clothes are required as well as flat soled (non-platformed) athletic shoes.
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PE 164 00C: Basic Tai Chi
Xu, M-F 8:30-9:50 a.m.
Location: 4th Floor Aerobic Studio
MAX: 18
WRT: NO

Content: This course teaches the history, philosophy, and physical performance of the ancient Chinese martial art of Tai Chi Chuan. Topics covered include stress management through moving meditation, physical and mental balance, strength building, flexibility, and traditional Chinese medical theory. Learn 10 forms of Yang-style Tai Chi Chuan.

Particulars: Loose fitting athletic workout clothes are required as well as flat soled (non-platformed) athletic shoes.

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PE 173 00A: Beginning Tennis
Schroer, M-F 11:30-12:50 p.m.
Location: First meeting will be on the indoor tennis courts-4th floor
MAX: 20

Content: Emphasis on groundstrokes, serve, return of serve, scoring, and singles and doubles match play.

Particulars: Beginning class, no experience necessary. Students who have had tennis experience should not register for the course.
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PE 173 00C: Beginning Tennis
England, M-F 11:30-12:50 p.m.
Location: First meeting will be on the indoor tennis courts-4th floor
MAX: 20

Content: Emphasis on groundstrokes, serve, return of serve, scoring, and singles and doubles match play.

Particulars: Beginning class, no experience necessary. Students who have had tennis experience should not register for the course.

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PE 194 00C: Stress Reduction and Flexibility
Peck, M-F 10:00 a.m. - 11:20 a.m.
Location: 4th Floor Aerobic Studio
MAX: 25

Content: This course is designed to equip the student with both physical skills and mental strategies necessary to achieve greater flexibility and deeper states of relaxation. Topics covered include: effective time management, meditation, coping with academic and peer pressure, and phobia treatment, among others.

Particulars: Because physical exercise is a proven stress management strategy students should come to class prepared for a thorough physical workout.
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PE 196 00A: Beginning Backpacking
Chelko, MWF 8:30-10:30 a.m.
MAX: 12
WRT: NO
Meets in WPEC Room 308

Content: This course provides the knowledge and skills necessary for safe, recreational excursions into the great outdoors. Topics covered include proper selection of equipment, clothing and food. Group cooperation and self-sufficiency will be emphasized.
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PE 231: Wellness: An Inside/Out Approach
 Stewart, MW 2:30 - 4:45 p.m. plus one week intensive seminar July 7, 9, 11 at 2:30-6:00 – see particulars
MAX: 22

Content : By design, traditional fitness classes focus on the PHYSICAL dimension of wellness. This new course will take an inside/out approach, and encourage student growth through balance in social-emotional, spiritual, mental, as well as physical well being. Students will explore the deep connection between mind, body, and spirit. This course will be based on the premise that effective change starts from the inside out. Students will develop and nurture an integrated definition of health and wellness through interactive exercises, stories, reflection, engaging video segments, and “teach to learn” strategies.

The course is grounded in the foundational concept of principle-centered living and includes an exploration of individual perceptions, experiences, and knowledge. Students will work to develop habits of mind, body, and spirit along with the processes, thoughts, and behaviors that affect the results they achieve. . Students will be offered a framework to balance their commitment to fitness along with their studies, their social lives, and other priorities that are important to living well.

Text: FranklinCovey, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective College Students

Particulars: One weekend intensive seminar will be required (Friday evening, Saturday)

The 10 hour weekend intensive will incorporate The 7 Habits of Highly Effective CollegeStudents content including interactive exercises based on The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen R. Covey.

Students will also experience weekly meetings designed to motivate and fully establish habits of renewal for mind, body, and spirit.

NOTE: PERMISSION ONLY FROM INSTRUCTOR!!

Prerequisite: Principles of Physical Fitness (PPF) course. PE 110, PE 112, PE 113, PE 114, PE 122, PE 124, PE 126, PE 130, PE 132, PE 134, or DANC 226.