1998-1999 Catalog
Department of Physical Education
and Leisure Management

The Department of Physical Education and Leisure Management (PELM) offers three undergraduate programs which include a BSEd in health and physical education for students preparing to teach in grades P-12; a BS in recreation and park administration for students preparing to serve as leaders/administrators in public, commercial, private or volunteer-social oriented recreation settings; and a BS in exercise science for students preparing for jobs related to exercise science, athletic training, or professional programs in physical therapy, occupational therapy and related professions.

Graduate studies include a MEd in health and physical education for students desiring to further their education and secure advanced teaching certifications.

BSEd Health and Physical Education

Expected Outcomes
Graduates will:

• Possess a strong knowledge base in the discipline of physical education
• Possess knowledge of literature and research which enhances creative and effective teaching
• Be knowledgeable of the fundamental and sports skills, physical abilities, and sport forms which provide the foundation of P-12 physical education programs
• Demonstrate competence in a variety of physical skills
• Display an active lifestyle that reflects a high level of fitness and wellness
• Apply acquired knowledge by planning and implementing developmentally appropriate learning experiences and sound progression in P-12 settings
• Think critically and reflectively about their teaching
• Possess a desire for learning and knowledge, as well as a commitment to continued professional growth
• Be sensitive to the needs of students of varying abilities and skills

Course Requirements

BIOL 1216 Human Biology
EDUF 2214 The American Education Experience
EDUF 2216 Human Development, Motivation, and Learning
HESC 2105 Personal Health
PELM 2205 Introduction to Physical Education and Recreation

Education Requirements (18 hours)
EDUF 4795 Student Teaching Seminar
EDUT 3215 Technology in the Workplace
PELM 4485 Student Teaching in Health and Physical Education
SPED 3255 Learning and Behavioral Characteristics of Children and Youth with Disabilities, Gifts and Talents
SPED 4255 Instructional Strategies for Teaching Children and Youth with Disabilities, Gifts and Talents
Health Area (seven hours)
HESC 3107 Habit-Forming Substances
HESC 4106 Methods and Materials in Health Education
PELM 2345 Emergency Care and First Aid
Physical Education Foundations (15 hours)
PEDS 2371 Skills and Concepts of Physical Activity 1
PEDS 2372 Skills and Concepts of Physical Activity 2
PELM 3135 Kinesiology
PELM 4131 Basic Exercise Physiology
PELM 4146 Testing, Measurement, and Evaluation in PELM
Teaching Core (18 hours)
PELM 3216 Teaching Dance
PELM 3217 Physical Education in the Elementary School
PELM 3317 Physical Education in the Elementary School - Lab
PELM 4215 Physical Education at the Middle Level
PELM 4216 Physical Education in the Secondary School
PELM 4245 Physical Activity for Students with Disabilities
PELM 5115 The Development of Motor Skills: A Lifespan Perspective

Select from the following:
HESC 2125 Applied Nutrition
PEDS 2275 Skills and Concepts of Outdoor Recreation
PELM 3235 Basic Principles of Athletic Training
PELM 3255 Coaching and Officiating Baseball
PELM 3256 Coaching and Officiating Basketball
PELM 3257 Coaching and Officiating Softball
PELM 3258 Coaching and Officiating Football
PELM 4149 Emergency Care Instructor Training
PELM 4416 Teaching Practicum in Physical Education
PELM 5116 Physical Education and Athletic Administration
PELM 5795 Seminar in Physical Education
PELM 5899 Independent Study

Total Hours Required 123

BS Recreation and Park Administration

Expected Outcomes
Graduates will:

• Demonstrate knowledge of the conceptual foundations, trends, and related professional concerns of the recreation/park movement
• Demonstrate ability to plan, develop, implement, and evaluate community recreation programs
• Demonstrate ability to assess individual needs and develop personalized interventions for general and special populations
• Demonstrate ability to work effectively with clientele from varying demographics
• Demonstrate ability to perform and teach a variety of physical and leisure activities
• Demonstrate understanding and application of administrative procedures and techniques utilized in leisure management settings
• Demonstrate knowledge and utilization of resources available for implementation and enhancement of leisure services

Course Requirements

PELM 2205 Introduction to Physical Education and Recreation
PELM 2206 Recreation Program Design
Select 12 semester hours in electives, 1000-2000 level (advisor approval required).

EDUT 3215 Technology in the Workplace
PEDS 2275 Skills and Concepts in Outdoor Recreation
PEDS 2371 Skills and Concepts of Physical Activity 1
PEDS 2372 Skills and Concepts of Physical Activity 2
PELM 2345 Emergency Care and First Aid
PELM 3125 Managing and Directing Recreation Programs
PELM 3225 Outdoor Resources in Recreation
PELM 3226 Facility Development in Parks and Recreation
PELM 3425 Practicum in Recreation and Parks
PELM 4146 Testing, Measurement and Evaluation in PELM
PELM 4225 Administration of Leisure Services
PELM 4226 Grant Applications in Parks and Recreation
PELM 4227 Commercial Recreation and Tourism
PELM 4245 Physical Activity for Students with Disabilities
PELM 4698 Internship
SPED 3255 Learning and Behavioral Characteristics of Children and Youth with Disabilities, Gifts and Talents

Area I General Electives Required Hours: 7

Total Hours Required 123

BS Exercise Science

Expected Outcomes
Graduates will:

• Have an extensive base of knowledge in regard to structure and function of the human body during rest and exercise, development of programs of exercise for health purposes, and other related content areas
• Exhibit a wide range of practical skills including exercise testing and other physical evaluations, exercise leadership in a variety of activities, and ability to develop a comprehensive fitness program for an individual or industry
• Have developed technological competence utilizing widely-used computers and software, industry specific software, industry specific apparatus, and equipment for metabolic and body composition analysis
• Contribute to the well being of the community, region, and nation through advanced study and/or employment in a meaningful occupational setting

Course Requirements

BIOL 2221 Human Anatomy and Physiology 1
BIOL 2222 Human Anatomy and Physiology 2
PELM 2105 Weight Control
PELM 2205 Introduction to Physical Education and Recreation
RESP 2105 Medical Terminology
Select one math/science course (advisor approval required)

EDUT 3215 Technology in the Workplace
HESC 3115 Applied Nutrition
PELM 2345 Emergency Care and First Aid
PELM 3135 Kinesiology
PELM 4131 Basic Exercise Physiology
PELM 4132 Clinical Exercise Physiology
PELM 4135 Exercise Risk Identification
PELM 4137 Nutritional Bases Human Performance
PELM 4245 Physical Activity for Students with Disabilities
PELM 4331 Basic Exercise Physiology Lab
PELM 4337 Nutritional Bases Human Performance Lab
PELM 4698 Internship
PELM 5135 Program Design in Exercise Science

Upper division courses approved by advisor.
Courses required for students preparing to be athletic trainers include:
PELM 3235 Basic Principles of Athletic Training
PELM 4285 Recognition and Evaluation of Athletic Injuries
PELM 4286 Advanced Techniques in Athletic Training

Total Hours Required 123

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