524 Course Descriptions PEP 3500 - Kinesiology (3) F, Sp A study of muscle structure and motion of the human body with emphasis on kinesiological and mechanical analysis. Prerequisite: Quantitative Literacy (a) MATH 1050 or MATH 1060 ONLY or (b) > or = 70 ACCUPLACER or (c) > or = 3 on AP Calculus/Statistics Requirement; and grade C or better in PEP 2600 (for PE majors) or PEP 2300 (for Human Performance Management majors). PEP 3510 - Exercise Physiology (3) F, Sp A study of various physiological and environmental factors which affect performance of exercise and sport during acute exercise and physiological adaptations to chronic exercise. Prerequisite: HTHS 1110 or ZOOL 1020 or ZOOL 2200. PEP 3520 - Curriculum Development/ Instructional Strategies (3) F, Sp Emphasis on materials, strategies, activities, and techniques for instruction and curriculum development necessary to meet the diverse needs of the students. Prerequisite: PEP 2600 and two Skill Development and Methods of Teaching PEP 3540 - Physiological Aspects of Human Performance (2) F Examine, evaluate, and apply the latest physiological concepts and ideas in conditioning practices for improving human performance. Prerequisite: PEP 2000 or PEP 2200 and 3 hours of General Education Life Science (LS). PEP 3550 - Issues in Sport (2) Sp Examine and evaluate both psychological and sociological aspects and practices of human performance. Prerequisite: PEP 2000, PEP 2500, and 6 hours of General Education Social Science (SS). PEP 3600 - Measurement for Evaluation and Research (3) F, Sp The selection, administration, and interpretation of measurement techniques and statistical procedures for the purpose of evaluation and research as related to human performance, health promotion and education. Prerequisite: Meet WSU Quantitative Literacy requirement and complete NTM 1700. PEP 3610 - Assessment/Technology in Physical Education (3) F This course is designed to help students develop assessment strategies that correctly match objectives and instruction. The students are given a basic understanding of the statistical use of data for grade determination. Students will have hands on experience in designing and implementing various assessment (affective, cognitive, and psychomotor) and grading methods relating to physical education objectives. Students will also be provided the opportunity to learn how to design and implement lessons using up-to-date forms of technology that are currently being used in public schools. Prerequisite: A minimum of 3 Skill Development and Methods of Teaching Courses. PEP 3630 - Physical Education K-6 (3) Su,F,Sp The course is designed to provide students with instructional methods, activities and skills for teaching Physical Education K-6. The course will include a 15-hour hands-on-practicum teaching experience in an area public school. The content of this course will be presented through various instructional strategies and teaching models. Prerequisite: EDUC 3140 or PEP 2600. PEP 3660 - Physical Education for Students with Disabilities (2) F, Sp Physical education for students with disabilities course is designed to provide a unique approach to instructional strategies and activity modifications for differing abilities. This course will also include a practicum experience at a public school in the area of adaptive physical education. Prerequisite: PEP 3520 and two Skill Development and Methods Teaching courses. PEP 3700 - Recreation and Sports Facilities and Events Management (3) F Studies the principles, guidelines, and fundamental practices involved in indoor and outdoor facilities planning, construction, use and management, as well as publicity and management of events for recreation and sports. Integrates tenets of the law and risk management as they relate to recreational and athletic facilities and events. Prerequisite: PEP 2200. PEP 4370 - Exercise Management for Special Populations (2) Sp Exercise management for populations with special conditions. Overview of each condition's unique physiology, effects of the condition on the exercise response, effects of exercise training on the condition, and recommendations for exercise testing and programming are presented in a selected topics format. Prerequisite: PEP 2300 and PEP 3510. PEP 4620 - Leadership Concepts for Human Performance Management (3) Students will study the current philosophical leadership concepts and the principles, practices, and issues of administration. Prerequisite: PEP 2200. PEP 4800 - Individual Projects (1-4) Su, F, Sp A comprehensive study of a significant problem in the field of physical education. Hours to be arranged. For seniors only. PEP 4830 - Directed Readings (1-3) As Needed Individualized readings and investigation of professional literature and its application to current and future specialized topics supervised by a faculty member. Extensive reading and formal writing required. Hours to be arranged. For seniors only. PEP 4860C - Field Experience Coaching (3) F, Sp Work experience which applies prior academic learning in a supervised setting. Prerequisite: PEP 2600, Junior/Senior status and department approval. PEP 4890 - Cooperative Work Experience (1-6) Su, F, Sp A continuation of PEP 2890. PEP 4920 - Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Events (1-4) As Needed PEP 4990 - Field Experience/Senior Seminar (2) F, Sp This course is designed to provide students with the opportunity to gain practical experiences in the field of physical education by teaching a class or classes in local public school grades 6-12. The course is also designed for students to meet and discuss a variety of issues relevant to preparing students to be physical educators. Prerequisite: PEP 3520,12-14 hours Skill Development and Methods of Teaching Courses, Junior/ Senior status and department approval. No substitutions can be made for this course. Weber State University 2012-2013 Catalog