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PE 101: Aerobics
Basic dance steps, calisthenic-type movements and locomotor skills (running, jumping, hopping, skipping, etc.) are combined into vigorous routines which are performed to the beat of popular music. All classes offer components of strength development, flexibility and cardio-vascular fitness. No experience necessary. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes with good support (no running shoes).
offered Fall 2007, Winter 2008, Spring 2008
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PE 103: Aikido, Beginning
Having gradually developed from the traditions of the Japanese Samurai warrior, Aikido is a "soft" martial art, with an emphasis on philosophy, exploration and creation of harmonious action with a partner. Students learn to fall (without hurting themselves), roll, follow and lead. The class meets in conjunction with the Aikido Club. An additional fee of $20-25 is required.
offered Fall 2007, Winter 2008, Spring 2008
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PE 104: Aikido, Advanced Training in empty-hand techniques are continued, and weapon techniques are introduced. More varieties of breakfalls are learned as the emphasis of the class shifts to higher-level techniques. Prerequisite: Beginning Aikido. offered Fall 2007, Winter 2008, Spring 2008
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PE 105: Badminton, Beginning
Fundamental skills of the game are presented (serve, clear, drop shot, smash and drive). Various drills are used to improve skills, with ample opportunity for play. Rules and strategy for both singles and doubles are stressed. Open to all abilities. All equipment is furnished.
offered Fall 2007, Winter 2008, Spring 2008
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PE 106: Badminton, Intermediate The objective of the course is to review basic skills and strategies of badminton, in addition to learn new techniques and strategies of singles and doubles play with greater emphasis on competition. Advanced singles and doubles strategies will be covered as well as involvement in tournament play. offered Winter 2008
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PE 107: Ballet I A beginning course in the technique of ballet, it includes beginning patterns and basic positions and exercises. Students develop an awareness of the many ways their body can move, an appreciation of dance as an artistic expression and a recognition of the dancer as an athlete. offered Fall 2007, Winter 2008, Spring 2008
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PE 108: Ballet II For the student with previous dance experience this course emphasizes articulation of the technique and development of ballet vocabulary and movement theories. Opportunity to continue to work on technique and to more finely tune the awareness of movement begun in Level I. offered Fall 2007, Winter 2008, Spring 2008
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PE 109: Ballet III This is an advanced class for students who have some capabilities and proficiency in technique. Content is sophisticated and demanding in its use of ballet vocabulary and musical phrasing. offered Spring 2008
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PE 110: Fundamentals of Baseball
Fundamental skills of the game are introduced including throwing, catching and hitting. Rules and strategies will be introduced but the focus will be on developng skills. Students must provide their own baseball or softball gloves.
offered Fall 2007
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PE 111: Basketball, Three on Three Open to all who enjoy basketball and have a basic understanding of the game. Stress will be placed upon vigorous activity, though instruction will be given on basic rules, strategy and skill improvement drills. This course offers an opportunity for a great workout in a co-ed team setting. offered Winter 2008
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PE 117: Cote Fitness Students are tested (aerobic condition, strength, blood pressure, flexibility, and body fat) at the beginning and end of the term. Individualized exercise programs are established based on test results and goal setting by the students. offered Fall 2007, Winter 2008, Spring 2008
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PE 119: Cycling, Recreational
The class is geared to beginning, recreational cyclists, not the competitive cyclist. Students must provide their own bicycles. Helmets are mandatory. Information on equipment, repair of equipment, and rules of the road are interspersed with opportunities to develop fitness by riding the various routes around Northfield.
not offered 2007-2008
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PE 121: Fencing, Beginning
An instructional class for beginners. Students learn footwork, techniques and simple attacks and defense. Foils, masks and fencing jackets are provided. Students are encouraged to continue with intermediate fencing to further develop skills.
offered Fall 2007, Winter 2008, Spring 2008
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PE 121: Fencing, Intermediate
More advanced students continue to improve their foil fencing skills through instruction, practice and competition. Students also have opportunity to learn epee and sabre weapons as well. Fencing Club is available to those who wish to continue with their interest after the class.
not offered 2007-2008
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PE 124: Fitness for the Athlete For the off-season or pre-season competitor (IM, club, or Varsity) who wants to stay in shape and hone their flexibility, balance, strength and an aerobic threshold. This is a challenging course that will teach techniques and strategies to work out on your own as well as motivate you to improve or work weaker areas. Each day will be different, incorporating internal training on the track and machines, free weights, bosu, jump ropes and much more. Expect to sweat! offered Winter 2008
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PE 125: Folk Dance
Folk dance includes a variety of dances of varying intricacy from around the world. No experience necessary.
offered Fall 2007, Winter 2008, Spring 2008
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PE 127: Frisbee, Beginning Ultimate For the beginning or moderately experienced player who wants to develop basic skills. See what all the fuss is about. If a golden retriever can do it, so can you! offered Fall 2007
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PE 128: Frisbee, Advanced Ultimate Enhance your skills and abilities in Ultimate. offered Spring 2008
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PE 129: Golf, Beginning
Basic instruction and opportunities to improve your game are provided. All equipment is provided. Experience not necessary.
offered Fall 2007, Spring 2008
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PE 130: Advanced Golf
For students who have experience with the fundamentals of the swing and the game and have also played (several times) on regulation golf courses. Each student must have (or have access to) their own set of clubs.
offered Fall 2007, Spring 2008
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PE 131: Ice Hockey
This course is designed to give men and women the opportunity to play ice hockey together in a fun and non-competitive setting. Absolutely no body checking or rough play is allowed. Skill development in skating, stick handling, passing and shooting is stressed as well as position play and rules necessary to ensure the safety of the participants. Helmets are recommended and furnished. Students must provide their own skates and hockey sticks. Highly accomplished or "hard-core" hockey players have no place in this class.
offered Winter 2008
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PE 133: Ice Skating, Beginning The class is divided into several ability groups with an instructor assigned to each small group. Figure skating skills are presented in progressive order allowing individuals to move along at their own pace. Classes meet outdoors on the Bald Spot rink. Students must provide their own figure skates. offered Winter 2008
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PE 134: Ice Skating, Intermediate Designed for students with previous skating experience, this course develops skills with emphasis on edges, backward stroking, basic combinations, jumps and figures. Classes meet outdoors on the Bald Spot rink. Students must provide their own figure skates. offered Winter 2008
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PE 135: Outdoor Activity Course
Possible activities will include but are not limited to: canoeing, hiking and exploring the Upper and Lower Arb, tree climbing, fishing and orienteering. Course emphasis will be upon life-skill activities that are enjoyable and environmentally friendly.
offered Fall 2007, Spring 2008
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PE 137: Indoor Soccer Fundamental skills of indoor soccer are introduced. Skills will be developed using exercises, small-sided games and other methods. Rules and strategy will be introduced and full-sided games will be incorporated into each session. There is an emphasis on teamwork and enjoyment of the game. offered Winter 2008
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PE 139: Outdoor Soccer Fundamental skills of outdoor soccer are introduced. Skills will be developed using exercises, small-sided games and other methods. Rules and strategy will be introduced and full-sided games will be incorporated into each session. There is an emphasis on teamwork and enjoyment of the game. offered Spring 2008
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PE 140: Jogging This class is designed to introduce you to the "running world," enhance your aerobic fitness level, and to meet others with similar goals. No experience necessary. Plan to jog twice a week independently and twice a week in class. Does not fulfill a distribution requirement; offered Spring 2008 -- L. Battaglini
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PE 141: Intramural Sports
This course is designed to give men and women the opportunity to play a variety of intramural sports together in a fun setting. Kickball, Dodgeball, Broomball, 3 v 3 basketball, Volleyball, Whiffle Ball, and other sports will be included. Open to all looking for an enjoyable workout and athletic social interaction.
offered Winter 2008
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PE 142: Karate An art of self-defense which originated in Okinawa. Karate involves mastering techniques, sharpening concentration and refining one's spirit. Karate develops self-confidence and self-discipline while providing a solid workout. Ideally, the Karateka carries a clarity of concentration and serenity of spirit every day in whatever she/he is doing. Beginners are welcome and appreciated. offered Fall 2007, Winter 2008, Spring 2008
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PE 146: Life Guard Training American Red Cross course that encompasses training in aquatic safety and rescue skills. On successful completion of the course, participants will receive 2 certifications: one for A.R.C. Lifeguard Training (includes First Aid), valid for 3 years, and the second for A.R.C. C.P.R. for the Professional Rescuer, valid for one year. In order to be eligible for this course, students must demonstrate competence in the basic swimming strokes (front crawl, breaststroke, and sidestroke), be able to tread water (without use of hands/arms) for 2 minutes and exhibit an ability to swim under water to depths of at least 9 feet. The course is approximately 35 hours in length, with 80 percent of the class time spent in the pool and 20 percent in the classroom. offered Spring 2008
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PE 147: Moving Anatomy
This course seeks to provide an underlying awareness of body structure and function. Using movement to expand knowledge of our anatomy will encourage participants to integrate information with experience. Heightened body awareness and class studies are designed to activate the general learning process.
offered Spring 2008
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PE 148: Modern Dance I A physical exploration at the introductory level of the elements of dance: time, motion, space, shape and energy. Students are challenged physically as they increase their bodily awareness, balance, control, strength and flexibility and get a glimpse of the art of dance. offered Fall 2007, Winter 2008, Spring 2008
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PE 149: Modern Dance II
Builds upon the concepts and experiences in Level I with more emphasis on the development of technique and expressive qualities as students are aided in a process of solving movement problems and finding solutions. Movement combinations are more complex and physical demands are challenging.
offered Fall 2007, Winter 2008, Spring 2008
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PE 150: Contact Improvisation
This is a course in techniques of spontaneous dancing shared by two or more people through a common point of physical contact. Basic skills such as support, counterbalance, rolling, falling and flying will be taught and developed in an environment of mutual creativity.
offered Fall 2007, Winter 2008
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PE 151: Modern Dance III
Continues to challenge the dance student with more intensive work on technical, theoretical and expressive movement problems. Since students are more able and experienced, exploration of unusual and intricate forms and movements is possible and the goal of each class is to go as deeply into each idea as the limits of time and ability allow.
offered Fall 2007, Winter 2008, Spring 2008
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PE 154: Beginning Racquetball
This course is designed for beginners and people with very limited experience in racquetball. The focus of this course is on basic skills development and practice. Students are introduced to rules and singles strategy. No experience required.
not offered 2007-2008
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PE 156: Advanced Racquetball The focus of this course is on skill refinement, advanced singles strategy as well as instruction in doubles and cutthroat play. Prerequisite: Beginning racquetball or previous racquetball experience required. not offered 2007-2008
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PE 157: Intermediate/Advanced Modern Dance Techniques
Intensive work on technical, theoretical and expressive problems for intermediate and advanced dances in a mutual learning context.
not offered 2007-2008
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PE 158: Rock Climbing The beginning of the course covers climbing knots, belaying and commands. Efficient movement and climbing styles will also be addressed. The majority of the term will allow students to apply their new skills on the Recreation Center's climbing wall. offered Fall 2007, Winter 2008, Spring 2008
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PE 159: Scuba
PADI Open Water SCUBA certification can be earned. The class meets one night and is divided into three parts: class, pool and open water. Classroom and pool sessions are conducted at the West Gym classroom and Thorpe Pool. The open water portion (optional for PE activity credit but required for PADI certification) is conducted off campus. Lab fees apply, please contact instructor.
offered Fall 2007, Spring 2008
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PE 161: Self Defense for Women Taught by Mary Brandl, a third degree Black Belt with the Midwest Karate Association. Course consists of learning basic techniques (kicking, striking, blocking and shifting moves), analyzing and decision making in a crisis, and the role body language, eye contact and assertiveness can play in threatening and attack situations. There will be controlled practice drills with partners. offered Fall 2007, Spring 2008
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PE 162: Women's Health & Fitness
This class will explore current fitness, health, and nutrition issues. The first two weeks will be lecture bases, followed by weekly introduction of new activities. This course is largely designed for non-athletes who want to learn about fitness and the options available to them on or near Carleton's campus. The goal is to find an activity that will encourage students to engage in daily activity and improve their overall health and well-being. Each term new activities will be introduced that will focus on improving coordination, strength, flexibility and aerobic capacity.
not offered 2007-2008
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PE 167: Social Dance I Provides instruction in basic steps and patterns of ballroom dance such as waltz, cha-cha and swing. No previous experience is needed. Additional opportunities are provided by the Social Dance Club. offered Fall 2007, Winter 2008, Spring 2008
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PE 168: Social Dance II
Provides a progression from the basics and begins to move into more rhythmically advanced dances and speciality moves. Previous experience or completion of Social Dance I is required.
offered Fall 2007, Spring 2008
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PE 169: Social Dance, Winter Ball Course is completed in five weeks - just in time for mid-winter ball. offered Winter 2008
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PE 170: Squash Students are introduced to this fast-paced racquet sport. Played on a court similar to racquetball, squash involves eye-hand coordination and quick reflexes. In general, the smaller squash ball and longer squash racquet create a game faster and more reactive than its relative, racquetball. This class will cover basic stroke production, rules and strategies of the game. Geared toward beginners, all equipment is furnished. offered Winter 2008
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PE 171: Step Aerobics
This class begins with a 5-7 minute warm-up and then moves toward a 20-25 minute straight aerobics routine. Then steps are incorporated into a 20-25 minute aerobics workout. The remaining class time ends with 5-7 minutes of stretches in which one muscle group is chosen for special emphasis and effort.
offered Fall 2007, Winter 2008, Spring 2008
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PE 172: Swimming, Fitness Designed for the accomplished swimmer who desires a vigorous workout as a means of improving or maintaining cardiovascular fitness. Instruction covers stroke mechanics, drills, use of training equipment and general workout design. Students must have the ability to swim front crawl, backstroke, and breaststroke. offered Fall 2007, Winter 2008, Spring 2008
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PE 177: Social Dance, Swing
Provides in-depth instruction in the Lindy Hop, a fun, energetic swing dance that developed from the jazz music of the 1920s and 1930s. Emphasizes lead-follow technique and social dance moves while providing an understanding of the dance's roots. Previous social dance experience is helpful but not required.
offered Winter 2008, Spring 2008
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PE 178: Tae Kwon Do The traditional martial art of Korea. The class meets in conjunction with the Tae Kwon Do Club. Its goal is to strengthen the physical and mental abilities of its members. Students will build skills in Twae Kwon Do forms, self defense, 1 steps, and sparring. Tae Kwon Do offers a well-balanced practical approach to training, promoting physical fitness, self control, confidence, leadership, discipline and an understanding of the art of Tae Kwon Do and the Korean culture from which it originated. offered Fall 2007, Winter 2008, Spring 2008
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PE 182: Tennis, Beginning
This is the introductory class for those wanting to learn the game of tennis. Instruction includes basic stroke techniques, basic strategies, rules and scoring. Students must provide their own rackets and suitable shoes.
offered Fall 2007, Winter 2008
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PE 183: Tennis, Intermediate
This course is for players who have mastered the basics of the game. Previous experience or Beginning Tennis class required. Instruction in more advanced techniques and strategies for both singles and doubles, as well as match opportunities are provided. Students must provide their own rackets and suitable shoes.
offered Fall 2007, Spring 2008
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PE 186: Tennis, Advanced This course is for students with prior competitive tennis experience at the high school level. Instruction in advanced strategy for singles and doubles will be the focus of the course. In addition, students will play both singles and doubles matches. offered Spring 2008
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PE 188: Triathlon Training
An excellent preparation for the "Carleton Triathlon" held at the end of May. Students will learn how to effectively train in each of the three traditional sports of triathlon (swim, bike, run). Instruction covers basic training principles, technique development, competitive preparation. This course is open to all levels of experience from novice to advanced. Students must possess a minimal amount of skill and conditioning in the three sports prior to enrollment.
offered Spring 2008
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PE 190: Volleyball, Co-ed
Open to all experience levels. It provides an introduction to basic volleyball skills, rules, and offensive/defensive strategies within a structure that provides both skill practice and scrimmage opportunities. There is an emphasis on teamwork and social interaction.
offered Fall 2007, Winter 2008, Spring 2008
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PE 191: Water Polo
not offered 2007-2008
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PE 192: Water Safety Instructor
American Red Cross certification course for those wishing to teach swimming and water safety classes. In order to be eligible to participate in this course, students must pass a precourse written test and skills test. The written test and skills test are based on a proficiency level equal to the American Red Cross Community Water Safety course and Level VI of the American Red Cross Learn to Swim Program. Although not mandatory, all instructor candidates should have current certification in first aid and CPR. This course requires time outside of class for teaching experiences. Certification is acquired by successfully passing all written tests and skillful demonstration of all required aquatic skills.
offered Spring 2008
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PE 194: Weight Training, Beginning
The focus of this course is introduction to the basics of resistance training including a variety of machines, simple free weight and free hand activity. The course is designed for those students with little or no weight training experience. Perfection of basic techniques, strength assessment and personalized programming are ultimate goals of the course.
offered Winter 2008, Spring 2008
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PE 196: Weight Training for Women
This class is designed to introduce women students to the weight training facilities in a smaller group setting. Women students will learn to set up weight training programs based on a physical assessment done at the beginning of the course and the students' individual goals. Introduction technique and training principles are given as well as basic nutritional, health and wellness information.
offered Fall 2007
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PE 199: Yoga
Learn the basics of a variety of hatha yoga styles. Appropriate for all levels, this class will focus on a variety of seated, standing and balancing postures as well as core strength and breathwork.
offered Fall 2007, Winter 2008, Spring 2008
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PE 210: Baseball Intercollegiate, Menoffered Spring 2008
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PE 211: Basketball Intercollegiate, Menoffered Winter 2008
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PE 212: Basketball Intercollegiate, Womenoffered Winter 2008
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PE 217: Cross Country Intercollegiate, Menoffered Fall 2007
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PE 218: Cross Country Intercollegiate, Womenoffered Fall 2007
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PE 222: Field Hockey Club, Co-edoffered Fall 2007
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PE 226: Football Intercollegiateoffered Fall 2007
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PE 245: Lacrosse Club, Women Teaches the basics and provides intercollegiate competition for players of all experience levels. offered Spring 2008
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PE 259: Rugby Club, Women Anyone interested in trying a new sport in encouraged to come out and play with us. We promise that playing rugby will be one of the best decisions of your Carleton career! offered Spring 2008
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PE 269: Soccer Intercollegiate, Menoffered Fall 2007
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PE 270: Soccer Intercollegiate, Womenoffered Fall 2007
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PE 271: Softball Intercollegiate, Womenoffered Spring 2008
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PE 272: Swimming/Diving Intercollegiate, Menoffered Winter 2008
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PE 273: Swimming/Diving Intercollegiate, Womenoffered Winter 2008
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PE 276: Synchronized Swim, Intercollegiateoffered Winter 2008
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PE 286: Track and Field/Indoor Intercollegiate, Menoffered Winter 2008
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PE 287: Track and Field/Indoor Intercollegiate, Womenoffered Winter 2008
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PE 288: Track and Field/Outdoor Intercollegiate, Menoffered Spring 2008
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PE 289: Track and Field/Outdoor Intercollegiate, Womenoffered Spring 2008
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PE 291: Volleyball Intercollegiate, Womenoffered Fall 2007
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PE 310: First Aid and CPR
An introduction to basic methods useful in the treatment of injuries and sudden illness. Course content involves both theoretical information and practical physical skills. Red Cross Community First Aid and CPR Certification is given upon successful completion. This course does not apply toward required PE activity courses for graduation.
1; S/CR/NC; Does not fulfill a distribution requirement; not offered 2007-2008
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PE 314: Athletic Training I: Gross Human Anatomy
This course is designed to introduce the student to fundamental human anatomy and kinesiology. Emphasis is placed on the musculoskeletal system and its mechanics. Laboratory activities will include surface and palpatory anatomy as well as manual muscle testing. Required of those who want to work as student athletic trainers.
2; Does not fulfill a distribution requirement; offered Winter 2008 -- M. Erickson
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PE 315: Athletic Training II: Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries
A course in the principles, procedures, and techniques of prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries. Classwork will include lecture, discussion, and examinations. Laboratory practical experience will be given in evaluation of injuries, taping and use of rehabilitative modalities. Required of those who want to work as student athletic trainers. Prerequisite: Physical Education, Athletics and Recreation 314.
3; Does not fulfill a distribution requirement; offered Fall 2007, Spring 2008 -- M. Erickson
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PE 348: Principles of Athletics
An examination of Athletics and their relationship to society. This course focuses on the emergence of contemporary sport and the current issues facing participants, coaches, administrators, and spectators. A special emphasis is placed on understanding the motivating factors behind sport and developing a philosophy of sport that will help students evaluate current sporting issues in society.
6; Does not fulfill a distribution requirement; offered Fall 2007 -- T. Metcalf-Filzen
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PE 350: Methods of Coaching Organized Sports
This course emphasizes the methods of teaching skills, structure, and strategies of team oriented sports such as football, basketball, soccer, softball, baseball, and volleyball. Emphasis is placed on developing coaching skills and a philosophy of coaching.
3; Does not fulfill a distribution requirement; offered Spring 2008 -- A. Tenute
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