Physical Education Major/MinorThe major in physical education is designed to be flexible in meeting the needs and special interests of students. The department offers both teaching and non-teaching majors. Additionally, several areas of emphasis are offered within the non-teaching major. Required for a major: Plan I (teaching). PE 100 (Personal Fitness and Wellness) plus two additional 110 courses (selected from the courses titled "racquet sports," "individual and dual sports," or "team sports"), PE 190, 221, 247, 250, 251, 260, 261, 342, 364, 365, 366, 446, 456, 463; EDUC 365. See education department for K-12 minor requirements. Plan II (non-teaching). PE 100 (Personal Fitness and Wellness), PE 190, 247, 261, 342, 365, 366; and completion of one area of emphasis described below. 1. Exercise Science. PE 223, 224, 260, 364 (or BIO 256); HLTH 125 and 226 (or SCI 130 as a substitute for both); two of PE 243, 244, 248, 380, HLTH 233, 372; or other courses approved by the department chair. 2. Sport Psychology. PE 248, 250; PSYC 130; two of PE 231, 243, 244, HLTH 233; one of PSYC 240, 243, 350, 353, or other courses approved by the department chair. Required for a minor: PE 100 (Personal Fitness and Wellness), PE 190, 247, 261, 342, 366; two of PE 223, 224, 248, 250, 251, 260, 364. Required for second teaching area: See Education department for specific requirements. The second teaching area license is offered only in the state of Iowa. Coaching Required for coaching endorsement (men and women): Sports Management Program: The program in sports management is described in this catalog under Special Programs. PE 139, 239, 339, 439 Special Topics Credit arr. PE 180 Wellness and Fitness Abroad 4 hours This physical education course affords students a unique opportunity to explore wellness concepts and participate in fitness activities in an international setting. The course is designed to promote healthy lifestyles and increase the enjoyment of physical activity. The international setting, which may vary from year to year, exposes students to a different culture and unique fitness activities. This course will fulfill both the wellness and skills health and physical education general education requirement. Consent of instructor. (Wel, Skl) PE 185 First-year Seminar 4 hours A variety of seminars for first-year students offered each January term. PE 190 First Aid 1 hour Instruction, preparation, and practice in first aid techniques, principles, and procedures necessary in providing emergency care. The test for First Aid and CPR certification from either the American Red Cross or the American Heart Association will be administered to students enrolled in this course. Students successfully meeting the minimum standards set by the appropriate agency will be certified. PE 221 Special Skills Classes for Physical Education Majors 2 hours This course will provide students with special instruction, preparation, and participation in outdoor activities, social dance, and tumbling. PE 223 Principles of Strength Training and Conditioning 2 hours The course will be taught in accordance with the principles recommended by the National Strength and Conditioning Association. Course content will include: facility organization and management; equipment purchase and maintenance; program design and organization; theory of strength training and conditioning; and experiential learning in weight training and conditioning. PE 224 Principles of Fitness Assessment and Exercise Prescription 2 hours Theories of fitness training, review of clinical and diagnostic cardiovascular information, and program design and evaluation will be discussed. Areas of emphasis will be population characteristics, participant screening and referral process, and fitness planning and prescription. PE 231 Psychological Skills Training 2 hours This course is designed to teach skills and techniques that can be used to enhance performance and personal growth in sport and exercise. Managing competitive stress, emotion management, improving confidence, controlling concentration, performance preparation, and increasing communication skills will be emphasized. Offered alternate years during January term. PE 243 Sport and Society 4 hours Students will examine how sport has influenced their lives and their perspectives and take a broader look at how sport has been influential in American society (e.g. family, gender, race, education, media, and politics). Offered alternate years. PE 244 Psychology of Coaching 2 hours Intended to familiarize prospective coaches with the area of sport psychology, this course focuses on the coach's role and influence on the psychological well-being of athletes, coaching philosophy, coaching styles, team building, and other topics. Offered alternate years. PE 247 Foundations of Physical Education 2 hours An introductory course involving historical, philosophical, and sociological foundations of physical education, exercise science, and sport. An overview of the field, as well as contemporary issues concerning physical education and the related areas of exercise science and sport, are examined. Emphasis is placed upon career opportunities in this multi-faceted profession. PE 248 Foundations of Sport Psychology 4 hours This course examines psychological theories and research related to sport and exercise behavior. The course is designed to introduce students to the field of sport and exercise psychology by providing a broad overview of the major topics in the discipline. Offered alternate (even) years. PE 250 Coaching of Sports 2 hours Theory and technique of coaching baseball, basketball, football, golf, soccer, softball, swimming, tennis, track and field, volleyball, wrestling. Taught in 2 credit hour units. A maximum of 4 such credit hours may be counted toward the 128 required for graduation. Some sports are offered alternate years. PE 251 Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries 2 hours Instruction and practice in the recognition and initial care of injuries to physically active individuals. Instruction and practice in preventative measures and first aid techniques relating primarily to settings in physical education and athletics. PE 260 Adaptive Physical Education 4 hours A study of the nature of neuromuscular and skeletal-muscular limitations of an atypical student and the methods of adapting physical and recreational activities to fit the student's needs and abilities. The primary emphasis is on experiential learning. Luther students work individually with young students (ages 3-18) from local and area school districts to adopt activities to their special needs. PE 261 Applied Human Anatomy 2 hours A study of the essential features of anatomy with special reference to the principles of structure in the human body. Applications of human anatomy to health, athletic injury, movement and principles of sports skills will be made. PE 285 Directed Study 2, 4 hours An opportunity to pursue individualized or experiential learning with a faculty member in the January term, at the sophomore level, either within or outside the major. PE 342 Growth and Development: Motor Learning 4 hours An examination of the growth and development patterns across the lifespan. Developmental theories and research findings in human growth and development are explored. Principles of motor learning theory will be incorporated as they relate to teaching movement across the lifespan. This course involves a laboratory and service-learning component. PE 364 Measurement and Evaluation 2 hours Designed to introduce students to basic measurement and evaluation principles. Topics include research design and data collection, statistical concepts, test selection and administration, evaluation, and grading principles. PE 365 Kinesiology 2 hours Designed to introduce students to the study of human movement. It will include the identification of planes of motion and the movements possible at the various joints. It will focus on the primary muscles that accomplish each movement and those which serve to assist and stabilize. It will also include the analysis of basic movement patterns such as walking, running, jumping, throwing, and striking. The class will meet twice a week. Prerequisite or corequisite: PE 261. PE 366 Physiology of Exercise 4 hours Designed to provide scientific background and laboratory experience essential for understanding the nervous, muscular, cardiovascular, and respiratory system responses and adaptation to physical stress. Prerequisite: BIO 116 or PE 261 or consent of instructor. (NWL) PE 370 Personal Trainer Practicum 1-2 hours This experiential learning course is designed to give students the opportunity to apply knowledge, skills, and abilities acquired in the classroom. Students will serve as a personal trainer for members of the campus community, provide physical assessments, prescribe appropriate exercise, provide proper instruction on equipment usage, and develop and retain a client base. Prerequisites: PE 223, 224. PE 380 Internship Credit arr. Supervised on- or off-campus work situations in public or private organizations. PE 395 Independent Study 1, 2, or 4 hours PE 446 Methods of PE in Secondary Schools 4 hours An examination of techniques used in teaching selected team, individual, and dual sports, and social dance in the secondary schools. Lesson planning, evaluation procedures, class and behavior management, teaching techniques, and skills testing will be incorporated into this lecture-laboratory course. Prerequisite: PE 221 and two PE 110 skills courses titled: "team sports," "individual sports," "racquet sports." PE 456 Administration and Curriculum in Physical Education 2 hours Administrative and curricular issues in physical education will be explored. Current topics and trends involving physical education and athletic programs will be examined. Students will also explore curriculum models and be afforded practical work in projects involving the elementary or secondary physical education setting. PE 463 Teaching Movement Skills in the Elementary School 4 hours A study of the dynamic and rapidly changing field of elementary physical education. This course will examine current trends and pedagogy. Unit planning, teaching strategies, and practical teaching experiences are woven into this lecture-laboratory course. Pre- or corequisite: PE 221 and two of the following PE 110 skills courses: team sports, individual sports, and racquet sports. PE 485 Seminar Credit arr. PE 490 Senior Project 1, 2, or 4 hours PE 493 Senior Honors Project 4 hours A yearlong independent research project. Applications are completed on the "Honors Program" form available at the registrar's office, requiring the signatures of a faculty supervisor, the department head, the honors program director, and the registrar. Interdisciplinary projects require the signatures of two faculty supervisors. The project must be completed by the due date for senior projects. The completed project is evaluated by a review committee consisting of the faculty supervisor, another faculty member from the major department, and a faculty member from outside the major department. All projects must be presented publicly. Only projects awarded an "A-" or "A" qualify for "department honors" designation. The honors project fulfills the all-college senior project requirement. |