Physical Education Recreation 462. Administration of P.E. Intramurals and Athletics (3) A study of administrative problems in physical education, intramurals, and athletics dealing with budget and finance, legal aspects, purchase and care of equipment, programs, public relations, and class organization. Prerequisite: PE 168 463. Adaptive Physical Education (3) Study on how to adapt programs to meet the needs of individuals requiring special attention above and beyond the regular physical education program. Prerequisites: PE 350 and 351. 480. Independent Study (2-5) A comprehensive study of a significant problem in the field of physical education. Hours to be arranged. For seniors only. 489. Cooperative Work Experience (1-9) A continuation of PE 289, Cooperative Work Experience. 492. Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs (1-6) In order to provide flexibility and to meet many different needs, a number of specific offerings are possible using this catalog number. When the number is used it will be accompanied by a brief and specific descriptive title. The specific title with the credit authorized for the particular offering will appear on the student transcript. 499. Senior Seminar (1) Seminar treatment of various topics and problems in Physical Education. For senior only. Master of Education Courses PE 601 Leadership in Physical Education (3) Designed to provide graduate students with an understanding of both theoretical and practical aspects of leadership in their respective fields of study. The ultimate goal of the course is to encourage daily application of leadership concepts in the personal and professional lives of the students. PE 610 Current Trends in Health and Physical Education (3) A study of health and physical education perspectives with an emphasis on the changes, trends, and future prospects that will affect the profession and the needs of those they serve. PE 630 Advanced Biomechanics (3) Designed to expose the graduate student to appropriate research in sports biomechanics and to be involved in the analysis of movement based on selected mechanical principles such as balance, buoyancy, leverage, force, angles of rebound, projection and motion. PE 636 Physiological Aspects of Human Performance in Athletics (3) Designed to provide coaches and teachers of sports activities with the latest knowledge and trends in conditioning practices for improving sport performance. General preparation of fitness for participation in sports and specificity of training for sports both in- season and off-season programs will be covered. A broad range of ideas will be generated to help coaches construct training and conditioning programs that will be more successful and lead to greater individual and team performance. PE 637 Physical Fitness Evaluation and Individualized Exercise Prescription (3) Designed to prepare the student to evaluate the physical fitness of individuals and prescribe exercise and conditioning programs. Three major areas of study will be emphasized: 1) Delineation of the concept of physcial fitness and discussion of the ramifications and benefits associated with physical fitness activities; 2) discussion and selection of methods and procedures for evaluation of physical fitness indicants; 3) prescription and implementation of individualized physical fitness programs. PE 640 Advanced Exercise Physiology (3) Understanding the physiological changes associated with exercise and training and the reasons for change are the paramount directives of this course. Concurrent with the lecture component is the practicum laboratory experience of equipment operation and individual assessment of physiological parameters. PE 642 Curriculum in Physical Education (3) Designed to provide an understanding of the role and importance of physical education in today's society, steps involved in curriculum planning, trends and issues in curriculum and to orient the student to various ideas in curriculum design. PE 652 Improving Physical Education (3) Designed for elementary classroom teachers to provide an opportunity for the teacher to further develop teaching skills, personal performance skills, knowledge and competencies. A major goal of this course will be to help the classroom teacher gain additional confidence in teaching physical education activities. PE 653 Nutrition for Fitness and Sport (3) Designed to provide coaches, teachers, fitness center consultants, trainers, diet counselors, sports medicine enthusiasts, physically active people and competitors with the most recent and factual information on sound nutrition. The physiological basis of essential nutrients, fuel efficiency, food preparation and meal selection for competition will be covered, as well as exercise and a total fitness program. PE 655 Psychosocial Aspects of Human Performance in Athletics (3) Designed to provide necessary skills and udnerstanding to adequately deal with psychological and social aspects of athletic coaching. The student will be expected to attend classes and participate in the lecture-discussion sessions, write a selected research paper, and through research reading, develop an oral report on a specified problem relating to the psychosocial dimensions of athletics. PE 683 Motor Learning (3) An in-depth study of the psychomotor domain of development. Special emphasis is given to skilled performance, learning theory, motor abilities, individual differences, developmental considerations, isntructional and training procedures. Secondary school and athletic populations are considered regarding these topics. Information RECREATION COURSES-REC 168. Introduction to Recreation (2) Acquaint the student with the content, nature, extent and significance of recreation. 280. Arts and Crafts in Recreation (3) Construction and basic techniques in a variety of arts and craft processes utilizing inexpensive and throw away materials. 283. Games and Game Leadership (2) Leadership techniques, methods, and practical experience in low organized games. New games concepts emphasized. 289. Cooperative Work Experience (1-9) Open to all students in Recreation who meet the minimum Cooperative Work Experience requirements of the department. The course objective for each student will be developed between the student, the department, and a suitable employer providing the opportunity for an on-the-job experience. Evaluation of course participants will be shared between the employer, student, and the department. Grade and amount of credit will be determined by the department. 292. Short Course, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs (1-6) In order to provide flexibility and to meet many different needs, a number of specific offerings are possible using this catalog number. When the number is used, it will be accompanied by a brief and specific descriptive title. The specific title with the credit authorized for the particular offering will appear on the student transcript. 355. Recreation Leadership (3) Prepare the student in the effective planning and leadership of groups in social and recreation games, arts and crafts, music, skits, and dance activities. 360. Backpacking (2) Give students a foundation in the skills and principles of backpack camping leadership. Overnight field trip(s) required. PD361. Outdoor Survival (3) Provide the necessary opportunity for a student to acquire skills needed to survive and to live off the land. One lecture and 3 hour . field trip are required each week. 362. Winter Camping (2) Develop camping skills in winter environment and teach the student how to survive under adverse conditions. (Overnight field trips required). 386. Field Experience (2) Provide opportunities for students to gain practical experience in the field by assisting in the activities of community agencies, schools, and the college. Registration for the course requires prior approval of the instructor for the course and the cooperating agency. It cannot be repeated for credit in the same area of concentration. Prerequisite: Rec 168. 453/553. Advanced Outdoor Survival (2-6) Provide rigorous outdoor survival experiences for students through direct application. Advanced skills will be learned and applied in a primitive environment where students will learn to make decisions in relation to their basic needs. 455. Outdoor Education (3) Provides basic concepts of outdoor education, and direct, firsthand experiences with learning resources beyond the classroom. 480. Independent Study (2-5) A comprehensive study of a significant problem in the field of recreation. Hours to be arranged. For seniors only. 489. Cooperative Work Experience (1-9) A continuation of Rec 289, Cooperative Work Experience. 492. Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs (1-6) In order to provide flexibility and to meet many different needs, a number of specific offerings are possible using this catalog number. When the number is used, it will be accompanied by a brief and specific descriptive title. The specific title with the credit authorized for the particular offering will appear on the student transcript. 493. Outdoor Educational Workshop (3) A broad inter-disciplinary approach to the methodology of outdoor education teaching techniques. Student Services Interdisc. Programs Allied Health Sciences Arts& Humanities Business i Economic; Education Natural Sciences Social Sciences Technology 152 153 Continuing Education