Department of Health, Physical Education and Movement Science
Health and Physical Education
Theory Courses Appropriate for all Students
PE 202
Basic First Aid and Emergency Care
Lecture, demonstration, and laboratory work. Basic knowledge and
procedures for first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Emphasis
will be given to emergency conditions likely to occur in educational
settings and sports-related traumas. Students will have an opportunity
to earn First Aid and CPR Certification.
Every Semester, 2 credits
PE 203
Kinesiology and Biomechanical Analysis of Movement
Introduction to the basic concepts of human motion, including
anatomical and mechanical description of movement. Analysis of
basic locomotion and selected sports skills. Laboratory experiences
develop competencies in error identification and correction for
teachers of movement.
Prerequisites: BIO 7-8, BIO 118 or CHEM 1 or PHY 11.
Three hours lecture plus two hours laboratory per week.
Laboratory fee $50.
Every Semester, 4 credits
PE 250
Physiology of Exercise
Introduction to the physiological basis of exercise and physical
training. Practical applications of physiology concepts to the
fields of health, Physical Education and athletics. Laboratory
experiences designed to demonstrate physiological effects of physical
performance.
Prerequisite: PE 203.
Lecture plus one hour laboratory.
Laboratory fee $50.
Every Semester, 3 credits (formerly PE 208)
PE 255
Motor Learning*
Discussion of studies, concepts, and principles relating to human
motor behavior and learning. Physical, mental, and emotional factors
of skill acquisition, growth and development, environmental considerations,
personality factors, and other aspects of skill learning.
Prerequisite: PE 203, EDU 159.
Annually, 3 credits (formerly PE 210)
PE 257
Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries
Method of treating and preventing injuries common to athletes.
Annually, 2 credits (formerly PE 221)
HE 201
Critical Health Problems I*
Discussion of various health problems that are of greatest concern
to individual, community, and future health educators: (1) chronic
diseases; (2) communicable diseases; (3) environmental effects
on health; (4) genetic disorders.
Fall, 3 credits (formerly HE 32)
HE 204
Human Sexuality and the Family
Included general discussion of human sexuality and the family
through a values approach. Various problems in human sexuality
are discussed through a broad range of psychological and philosophical
disciplines. The course attempts through an examination of the
place and meaning of sexuality and the family in our education,
lives, and society.
Every Semester, 3 credits (formerly HE 41)
HE 205
Substance Abuse*
Examination of the uses of prescription, over-the-counter, and
consciousness-altering drugs in contemporary America. Emphasis
is placed on making improved health-related decisions when confronted
by substance use. A non judgmental approach is used to encourage
students to discuss their experiences, attitudes, and values relating
to drug use.
Every Semester, 3 credits (formerly HE 43)
HE 280
Marriage and Parenting
This course is designed to assist the student in gaining insight
into the commitments of marriage and parenting. It will help the
participants to disseminate important information dealing with
attitudes, conflict and adjustments, and with all the aspects
of planning a marriage, getting married, and what is entailed
in making a legal, moral, and religious commitment.
Every Semester, 3 credits (formerly HE 44)
*May be taken and recognized as Liberal Arts credit.
