Physical Education

Classes

PED 100: Fundamentals of Fitness

Program
Physical Education
Hours 3
Theory Hours
3
This lecture course includes the basic principles of physical education and physical fitness. It explores psychological and physiological effects of exercise and physical fitness, including effects on the human skeleton, muscle development, respiration, and coordination. It is viewed as an introduction to such laboratory courses as slimnastics, weight training, and conditioning. The course may also include fitness evaluation, development of individual fitness programs, and participation in fitness activities.

PED 103: Weight Training

Program
Physical Education
Hours 1

This course introduces the basics of weight training.  Emphasis is placed on developing muscular strength, muscular endurance, and muscle tone.  Upon completion, students should be able to establish and implement a personal weight training program. 

 

PED 251: Varsity Basketball IV

Program
Physical Education
Hours 1
This course covers advanced fundamentals of basketball. Emphasis is placed on skill development, knowledge of the rules, and basic game strategy. This course builds upon previous instruction and provides additional opportunities to develop skills. Upon completion, students should be able to participate in competitive basketball.

PED 255: Varsity Tennis I

Program
Physical Education
Hours 1
This course emphasizes the refinement of playing skills. Topics include continuing the development of fundamentals, learning advanced serves, and strokes and pace and strategies in singles and doubles play. Upon completion, students should be able to play competitive tennis.

PED 258: Varsity Volleyball I

Program
Physical Education
Hours 1
This course covers more advanced volleyball techniques. Emphasis is placed on refining skills and developing more advanced strategies and techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to participate in competitive volleyball.