Physical Education

Course Descriptions

PED 101 Life Sports 0-2-1
This course is an introduction to activities such as, but not limited to, golf, dancing, bowling, and net games. Emphasis will be placed on developing lifelong habits of physical fitness. (FA, SP)

PED 120 Health and Hygiene (2 or 3)-0-(2 or 3)
Health and Hygiene is a study of personal health issues with the goal of developing decision-making skills. An emphasis is placed on health behavior and health decision-making dealing with consumer choices, personal habit choices, sexual choices, and chemical choices. (FA, SP)

PED 121 First Aid 2-0-2
This course provides instruction in emergency first aid procedures, including basic life support; resuscitations; control of bleeding; and treatment of shock, wounds, and fractures. Additional instruction is provided in procedures to follow in other medical emergencies and environmental emergencies. (FA)

PED 140 Methods and Techniques of Officiating I 3-0-3
This course focuses on qualifications, rules, and practical work in officiating basketball, softball, and baseball. (SP)

PED 141
PED 142
PED 241
PED 242 Varsity Sports/Basketball 0-4-.5
This course is designed for the experienced player. Techniques of shooting, passing, dribbling, and rebounding are used in actual game situations. Course may be repeated to a maximum of two semester hours. Prerequisite: Approval of the Athletic Director. (FA, SP)

PED 145 Coaching Football 3-0-3
This course examines coaching football as a possible profession and career with emphasis on offensive and defensive systems, fundamentals, coaching/teaching techniques, and building and developing a team. The role of the teacher/coach will be discussed as it relates to the total educational process and the development of a coaching philosophy. (IN)

PED 150 Coaching Basketball 3-0-3
This course provides insight into the requirements and skills needed to coach basketball at any level. The course will cover offensive and defensive systems of play, the teaching of fundamentals, and organizational skills needed to succeed in the coaching profession. The role of the teacher/coach will be discussed as it relates to each student developing a coaching philosophy. (FA)

PED 201 Introduction to Physical Education 3-0-3
This course addresses the philosophy, principles, problems, and professional outlook on physical education. It is designed for students majoring or minoring in physical education. (FA)