HPER-P 140 Foundations of Physical Education (2 cr)

Introduction to kinesiology as a discipline and physical education as a subdiscipline for students interested in teaching physical education. Historical and philosophical perspectives on the teaching of physical education as a profession.

HPER-P 141 Fundamentals of Human Movement (3 cr)

Introduction to identification, analysis, and evaluation of fundamental motor patterns, progressions in skill development, and skills for effective teaching. Analysis, evaluation, and development of personal movement and sport skills.

HPER-P 205 Structural Kinesiology (3 cr)

Overview of basic human body structures and functions appropriate for beginning students in physical education. Fundamental concepts concerning the interaction of biological and mechanical aspects of the musculoskeletal and neuromuscular structures. Emphasis on practical application to study and teaching of skilled human movement.

HPER-P 214 Basics of Teaching Physical Education (3 cr)

Introduction to teaching methods in physical education including writing goals, objectives, and lesson plans; peer teaching; self-evaluation of teaching; teaching and learning styles; skill analysis; and assessment. Includes observation and teaching experiences.

HPER-P 280 Principles of Athletic Training and Emergency Care (2 cr)

An introduction to the principles of injury prevention through proper application of current training techniques. Lecture and demonstration of emergency measures will allow the student to develop techniques to treat basic training injuries which may include sprains, strains, fractures, dislocations, and spinal injuries. Skill training in bandaging, taping, and splinting techniques.

HPER-P 290 Movement Experiences for Preschool and Elementary School Children (3 cr)

Provides you with knowledge of potential outcomes of preschool and elementary school motor-development programs, of how to implement such programs, and of appropriate movement experiences for young children. Also provides the student with opportunities for observing and teaching young children in a structured gymnasium setting.

Offered spring and summer semester.

HPER-P 398 Adapted Physical Education (3 cr)

Study of conditions that require physical education programs to be adapted to the special needs of individuals. Principles and practices in the application of exercise and activities for persons with specific disabling conditions.

HPER-P 405 Introduction to Coaching Psychology (3 cr)

An overview of the field, including psychological aspects of sport performance, coaching, and the relationship of exercise with mental health. Various theoretical orientations will be addressed with an emphasis on empirical research.

HPER-P 409 Exercise Physiology (3 cr)

A survey of human physiology parameters as related to physical exercise and work and the development of physiological fitness factors. Physiological foundations will be considered. Not available for graduate credit

HPER-P 141 Fundamentals of Human Movement (3 cr)

Introduction to identification, analysis, and evaluation of fundamental motor patterns, progressions in skill development, and skills for effective teaching. Analysis, evaluation, and development of personal movement and sport skills.

HPER-P 280 Principles of Athletic Training and Emergency Care (2 cr)

Course will focus on basic priniciples of prevention recognition and managment of sports-related injuries. An introduction to the principles of injury prevention through proper application of current training techniques. Lecture and demonstration of emergency measures will allow the student to develop techniques to treat basic training injuries which may include sprains, strains, fractures, dislocations, and spinal injuries. Skill training in bandaging, taping, and splinting techniques.

HPER-P 335 Theories of Conditioning for Coaching (3 cr)

(Limited to coaching minor students or permission of instructor.)

A practical application of conditioning and physical training theory of coaching and high level fitness. The class utilizes physiological principles of conditioning to prepare athletes for optimal performance. Discusses various types of training and organization of workouts for endurance, speed, and strength. Includes lab time which consists of hands on work with various training techniques.

• Pre-requisite HPER-P 280.

HPER-P 435 Philosophical Foundations of Coaching (3 cr)

(Limited to coaching minor students or permission of instructor)

A philosophical approach to coaching for various sports. Topics include, but are not limited to, different coaching styles and strategies, growth and development characteristics, legal issues and liability, pedagogical considerations, coaching relationships, and other issues and problems related to sport.

HPER-P 455 Practicum in Coaching (3 cr)

Junior/Senior standing and admission to the coaching minor. (Limited to coaching minor students or permission of instructor.) Students will serve as an assistant under an experienced coach and will participate in weekly seminars. CPR and First Aid Certification must be completed and recorded prior to HPER-P455.

HPER-A 361 Coaching of Football (2 cr)

Fundamentals of offensive and defensive line and backfield play, passing techniques, tackling techniques, outstanding rules, offensive plays, most frequently used defenses, special team strategies, conditioning. Equipment selection and proper fitting of equipment.

HPER-A 362 Coaching of Basketball (2 cr)

Fundamentals of basket shooting, passing, ball handling, and footwork; patterns against man-to-man defense, zone defense, and zone pressure defense - full court and half court. Strategy of playing regular season and tournament play. Psychology of coaching.

HPER-A 363 Coaching of Baseball (2 cr)

Fundamentals of pitching, catching, batting, base running, infield and outfield play, offensive and defensive strategy, practice organization and management, equipment selection, field care.

HPER-A 364 Coaching of Cross Country, Track and Field (2 cr)

Fundamental procedures in conditioning and training for cross country, track, and field. Gives basic understanding of each event's coaching strategy and coaching psychology. Home meet organization and management.

HPER-A 370 Coaching of Soccer (2 cr)

Theory and methods of coaching soccer covering technical, administrative, and organizational aspects of the process. Emphasis on execution of individual and small group skills, team offense and defense patterns, conditioning, and organizing practice sessions.

HPER-A 371 Coaching of Volleyball (2 cr)

Theory and methods of coaching volleyball, covering technical, administrative, and organizational aspects of the process. Emphasis on execution of advanced skills and team offense and defense patterns, conditioning, organizing practice sessions.

HPER-P 211 Introduction to Sport Management (3 cr)

An examination of the broad spectrum of career opportunities available in the sport management profession. Special emphasis on career planning, sport management terminology, and an overview of specific skills and courses required for professional preparation in sport management.

HPER-W 211 Managing a Business for Non-Business Majors (3 cr)

No prerequisites. Course focuses on key business management principles, with a particular focus on the organization and human resource aspects. The course is designed for nonbusiness majors who are interested in learning more of the practical aspects of managing a business. The course is designed for individuals who are non-business majors, such as those students interested in sports management, arts/ music management, social services or scientific enterprise management. (Business students may take the course but it will only serve as an elective course)

HPER-W 202 Marketing a Business for Non-Business Majors (3 cr)

Course focuses on key business marketing principles and practices. The course is designed for non-business majors who are interested in learning more about how they would market the businesses and organizations or their personal practices. The course is designed for individuals who are non-business majors, such as those students interested in sports management, musicians, artists, social services, scientific management or individual entrepreneurs (Business students may take the course but it will only serve as an elective course).

• Prerequisites: BUS-W 201 or consent of instructor.

HPER-W 203 Financial Management Basics for Non-Business Majors (3 cr)

Students will need to have completed math general education requirements. Course focuses on key financial management principles and practices for running a business. The course is designed for non-business majors who are interested in learning more about how they would manage the finances and budgets of their businesses and organizations or their personal practices. The course is designed for individuals who are non-business majors, such as those students interested in sports management, musicians, artists, social service professionals, scientific enterprise managers, or individual entrepreneurs (Business students may take the course but it will only serve as an elective course).

• Prerequisites: BUS-A 201 or consent of instructor

HPER-P 328 Issues in Intercollegiate Athletics (3 cr)

Examination of current issues in intercollegiate sport in America. This course presents the historical foundation of current issues and solutions, and examines current positions and arguments.

HPER-P 439 Practicum in Sport Studies (3 cr)

Practical job-related learning experience in sport management or marketing under supervision of professional in area. Prior approval required. Only S/F grades given.

HPER-E 100 Pickleball (1 cr)

Course is designed to teach the foundational skills of pickleball. Learn the basic equipment and techniques of the low-impact sport.

HPER-E 111 Basketball (1 cr)

Instruction in the fundamental skills of shooting, passing, ball handling, footwork, basic strategies of offensive and defensive play, and interpretation of rules.

Offered during year

HPER-E 113 Billiards (1 cr)

Instruction in basic skills, including bridge forming, stroke techniques, bank shots, and cue ball spin.

Offered during year

HPER-E 119 Personal Fitness (2 cr)

Instruction in the basic principles of conditioning and fitness. Emphasis on muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility, and cardiorespiratory endurance. Especially beneficial to individuals whose occupations require above normal standards of physical fitness. This class can be taken Pass/Fail or Audit.

Offered every semester

HPER-E 219 Weight Loss and Exercise (2 cr)

Designed for health conscious students, this class will stress the importance of diet and exercise in permanent weight control. Uses dietary behavior modification techniques and an exercise program to achieve a gradual reduction and maintenance of ideal weight.

Offered every semester

HPER-E 121 Conditioning and Weight Training (1 cr)

Instruction in basic principles of conditioning and weight training. Emphasis on muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility, and cardiorespiratory endurance.

Offered during year.

HPER-E 133 Fitness and Jogging I (1 cr)

Beginning instruction in the basic principles of fitness, as they apply to a jogging and fitness walking programs. Emphasis on cardio- respiratory endurance and flexibility.

Offered during year.

HPER-E 135 Golf (1 cr)

Course is designed to teach basic instruction in the game of golf. Learn stroke technique in both putting and driving, keeping score, maintaining course etiquette, and lowering overall handicap.

Offered during year.

HPER-E 160 First Aid and Emergency Care (2 cr)

Lecture and demonstration on first-aid measures for wounds, hemorrhages, burns, exposure, sprains, dislocations, fractures, unconscious conditions, suffocation, drowning, and poisons with skill training in all procedures.

Offered during year

HPER-E 185 Volleyball (1 cr)

Instructions in the fundamental skills of power volleyball, including the overhand serve, bump, set, dig, and spike. Team offensive and defensive strategies.

Offered during year

HPER-E 190 Yoga (1 cr)

Course is designed to teach basic skills in the art of Yoga. Learn basic relaxation and meditation techniques. Course is effective in lowering stress levels and maintaining internal and external body control.

HPER-P 290 Movement Experiences for Preschool and Elementary School Children (3 cr)

Provides you with knowledge of potential outcomes of preschool and elementary school motor-development programs, of how to implement such programs, and of appropriate movement experiences for young children. Also provides the student with opportunities for observing and teaching young children in a structured gymnasium setting.

Offered spring and summer