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Department of Sport Science and Physical Education
Mike Lester, Ed.D., ChairThe Sport Science and Physical Education Department (SSPE) offers undergraduate majors and minors in Physical Education. A Physical Education component is available for students majoring in Elementary Education. A K-12 Physical Education major is available for students admitted into the Teacher Education Program.
The SSPE Department also offers three minors (in coaching, outdoor education, and sport management) for those students not seeking teacher certification.
The SSPE Department also provides a broad activity program for the university that encompasses a varied selection of activity-related courses to meet individual student needs. Students may apply up to eight hours of activity courses in a University degree program.
Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in Physical Education
Physical Education Standards
The Physical Education Learning Goals are aligned with 2 sets of standards: The ISU College of Education Core Standards (described previously), and the Content Standards in Physical Education of the National Association for Sport and Physical Education (NASPE).NASPE Content Standards in Physical Education
The NASPE Standards identify seven areas that include the following. The student completing this program:1. Demonstrates competency in many movement forms and proficiency in a few movement forms;
2. Applies movement concepts and principles to the learning and development of motor skills;
3. Exhibits a physically active lifestyle; Achieves and maintains a health-enhancing level of physical fitness;
4. Achieves and maintains a health-enhancing level of physical fitness;
5. Demonstrates responsible personal and social behavior in physical activity settings;
6. Demonstrates understanding and respect for differences among people in physical activity settings; and
7. Understands that physical activity provides opportunities for enjoyment, challenge, self-expression, and social interaction.
Admission to ProgramAdmission to a major in physical education or any of the minors available in the department should be done as early as possible during the student's career. Admission to the PE major is dependent upon successful completion (grade of C or better) of PE 221 and PE 292, and a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0.
Students must make formal application for full admission to the Sport Science and Physical Education program. Application forms are available in the Sport Science and Physical Education office. Students may not register for upper division courses until admittance to the program is achieved.
- Completion of the following General Education Goals: 1, 2, 3, 4, 6 (P E 201), and 12.
- Overall GPA of 2.5.
- GPA of 2.5 in Professional Physical Education courses.
- No grades below "C" in Professional Physical Education courses.
- Enrollment in P E 292 Leadership Practicum for a minimum of one credit.
- Student portfolio initiation.
- Faculty review and recommendation of students for admission to the Sport Science and Physical Education program based upon successful completion of the above requirements.
Denial of Admission to the Sport Science and Physical Education Major Program
Students who have been denied full admission to the Sport Science and Physical Education program may reapply; however, they must meet the standards for admission in place at the time of their reapplication to attain full admission.
Graduation Requirements
In order to graduate from the Sport Science and Physical Education Program as a major, the student must achieve the following in addition to completing the course requirements :*
*Transfer students and change of major/minor students will be allowed to enroll in 6 credits of upper division courses while completing admission requirements.
- Minimum grade of "C" in professional courses.
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75.
- Minimum GPA of 2.75 in the major.
- Completion of student portfolio.
- Exit interview with advisor.
Major in Physical Education
The following courses are required in addition to the General Education Requirements for the B.A. or B.S. degree:DANC 260 Methods of Dance for Children 3 cr P E 221 History and Philosophy of Physical Education and Sport 3 cr P E 235 Activity Performance Techniques I 3 cr P E 236 Activity Performance Techniques II 3 cr P E 237 Activity Performance Techniques III 3 cr P E 243 Anatomical Foundations of Human Activity 3 cr P E 281 Practical Outdoor Skills 1 cr P E 292 Leadership Practicum 1 cr P E 300 Movement Theory and Motor Development 3 cr P E 301 Physiology of Exercise 3 cr P E 302 Human Kinesiology 3 cr P E 322 Psycho-Social Aspects of Human Activity 3 cr P E 357 Methods of Teaching Elementary Physical Education 3 cr P E 362 Tests and Measurements in Physical Education 3 cr P E 437 Methods of Teaching Secondary Physical Education 3 cr P E g475 Organization and Administration of Physical Education and Sport 3 cr P E g493 Gender Issues in Education and Sport 3 cr P E g494 Adapted Physical Activity 3 cr Aquatics (consult with advisor) 1 cr Approved electives in Physical Education 3 cr TOTAL: 54 cr IN ADDITION: Student must present a current Red Cross First Aid and CPR Card to advisor at the time of graduation.Students majoring in Sport Science and Physical Education are encouraged to complete at least one of the following options in addition to the major:All courses with P E prefix that are listed in any of the Sport Science and Physical Education minor programs may be used as approved electives. Students should check with their advisors concerning approved substitutions. In addition to the Sport Science and Physical Education departmental electives, the courses listed below are approved electives for the major.
- Teacher Education
- Coaching Minor
- Dance Minor
- Outdoor Education Minor
- Sport Management Minor
Biological Science Approved Electives:
BIOS 250 Physiological Aspects of Mountaineering 3 cr BIOS g420 Musculo-Skeletal Anatomy 2 cr BIOS g430 Human Performance Physiology 4 cr BIOS g449 Human Physiology 4 cr BIOS g456 Human Physiology II 4 cr BIOS g460 Neuroanatomy 2 cr BIOS g463 Human Pathophysiology 4 cr BIOS g486 Human Systemic Physiology 5 crHealth Education Approved Electives:H E 200 Promoting Wellness 2 cr H E 340 Fitness and Wellness Programs 3 cr H E 460 Healthy Lifestyle Management 3 crNutrition and Dietetics Approved Electives:NTD 439 Sports Nutrition 3 crSport Science and Physical Education Approved Electives:P E 160 Rape Aggression Defense 1 cr P E 205 Methods and Techniques of Gymnastics 2 cr P E 241 Sports Officiating 2 cr P E 259 Lifeguarding 2 cr P E 358 Water Safety Instructor's Course 3 cr P E 380 Field Experience 1 cr P E 397 Professional Education Development 1-3 cr P E g465 Organization and Administration of Intramural Sports 3 cr P E g470 Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries 2 cr P E g473 Facilities Planning and Design 3 cr P E g480 Coaching Problems 2 cr P E g481 Coaching Clinic 1 cr P E g485 Independent Problems in Physical Education 1-3 cr P E 490 Practicum-Physical Education 1-16 cr P E g491 Physical Education Workshop 1-3 crMinor in Coaching
Coaching Standards
The Coaching minor is modeled from the NASPE National Standards for Athletic Coaches which are intended to provide direction for administrators, coaches, athletes and the public regarding the skills and knowledge that coaches should possess. There are a total of 37 standards organized in 8 domains. The domains include: Injury Prevention, Care and Management; Risk Management; Growth, Development and Learning; Training, Conditioning and Nutrition; Social-Psychological Aspects of Coaching; Skills, Tactics and Strategies; Teaching and Administration; and Professional Preparation and Development.To be eligible for the Coaching minor, students must complete 13 credits of required courses and 11 credits of elective courses, and be able to show satisfactory completion of three ASEP courses, as listed below.
Required Courses (13 credits):
P E 301 Physiology of Exercise 3 cr P E 302 Human Kinesiology 3 cr P E 322 Psycho-Social Aspects of Human Activity 3 cr P E 470 Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries 2 cr P E 480 Coaching Problems 2 cr Elective Courses (11 credits): Select eight (8) credits: P E 312 Practical Applications of Coaching Baseball/Softball 2 cr P E 313 Practical Applications of Coaching Basketball 2 cr P E 314 Practical Applications of Coaching Football 2 cr P E 315 Practical Applications of Coaching Soccer 2 cr P E 316 Practical Applications of Coaching Tennis 2 cr P E 317 Practical Applications of Coaching Track and Field 2 cr P E 318 Practical Applications of Coaching Volleyball 2 cr P E 319 Practical Applications of Coaching Wrestling 2 cr Select three (3) credits: P E 300 Movement Theory and Motor Development 3 cr P E g475 Organization and Administration of Physical Education and Sport 3 cr P E g493 Gender Issues in Education and Sport 3 cr TOTAL: 24 crComplete ALL of the following:ASEP Coaching Principles Course ASEP Sport First Aid Course ASEP Citizenship Through Sport CourseSport Science, Physical Education and Dance Electives:P E 300 Movement Theory and Motor Development 3 cr P E 302 Human Kinesiology 3 cr P E g470 Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries 2 cr P E g475 Organization and Administration of Physical Education and Sport 3 cr P E g493 Gender Issues in Education and Sport 3 cr P E g494 Adapted Physical Activity 3 crArt and Architecture Electives:ART 100 Survey of Art 3 cr ART 103 Creative Process 3 cr ART 105 Drawing I 3 crMusic Electives:MUSC 102 Elements of Music 2 cr MUSC 106 American Music 3 crTheatre Electives:THEA 101 Appreciation of Drama 3 cr THEA 251 Beginning Acting 3 cr THEA 209 Stage Lighting 2 crMinor in Outdoor Education
Outdoor Education Standards
The Outdoor Education minor is modeled around 4 goals that were developed after an extensive review of several other Outdoor Education program curriculums. The Association of Outdoor Recreation and Education (AORE) recommends that individual programs establish goals that are relevant to their specific programs. The 4 component areas in the Outdoor Education minor include Leadership and Teaching, Outdoor Education Safety, Natural History, and Experiential Skills.Leadership and Teaching Component (7 credits)
PE 386 Outdoor Leadership 2 cr PE 440 Survey of Outdoor Education Literature 2 cr PE 445 Methods of Teaching Outdoor Activities and Practicum 3 crOutdoor Education Safety ComponentMinimum of five (5) credits required from at least three different courses. Only one of the three courses may be first aid related.
HE g491 Health Education Workshop 1-3 cr* PE 282 Map, Compass and Backcountry Navigation 1 cr PE 286 Avalanche and Winter Sports Safety 1 cr PE 381 River Safety and Swiftwater Rescue 1 cr PE 383 Advanced Rock Climbing and Climbing Safety 2 cr *When workshop is a certified first aid course, i.e. Wilderness First Responder (3 credits).Students who at the time of graduation possess a current certificate in American Red Cross Standard or Community First Aid and CPR may apply one (1) credit toward the completion of this component. Students who at the time of graduation possess a current certificate in Red Cross Emergency Response, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), or Wilderness First Responder may apply three (3) credits. Note that only one first aid certification or course may be counted. At least two additional courses unrelated to first aid must be taken to fulfill the requirements of this component.Natural History Component
Minimum of four (4) credits required. (The Natural History Component is waived for majors or minors in geology, biology, botany, zoology or ecology.)
BIOS 209 General Ecology 4 cr BIOS 213 Fall Flora 2 cr BIOS 214 Spring Flora 2 cr BIOS g426 Herpetology 3 cr BIOS g427 Ichthyology 3 cr BIOS g438 Ornithology 3 cr BIOS g441 Mammalogy 3 cr GEOL 110 Physical Geology for Scientists Laboratory 1 cr GEOL 201 Rocks, Rails, and Trails 1 cr GEOL 210 Rocks, Minerals, Fossils and Maps 2 cr GEOL g491 Seminar 1 crExperiential Skills ComponentMinimum of five (5) credits required. Courses selected must be different from those used to fulfill the requirements of the Outdoor Education Safety Component.
PE 280 Winter Camping and Backcountry Travel 1 cr PE 281 Practical Outdoor Skills 1 cr PE 282 Map, Compass and Backcountry Navigation 1 cr PE 284 Intermediate Kayaking and Whitewater Safety 1 cr PE 286 Avalanche and Winter Sports Safety 1 cr PE 381 River Safety and Swiftwater Rescue 1 cr PE 383 Advanced Rock Climbing and Climbing Safety 2 cr PE g491 Physical Education Workshop* 1-3 cr PEAC 101 Adaptive Snow Skiing 1 cr PEAC 108 Instructor Training of Adapted Snowskiing 1 cr PEAC 175A Beginning Kayaking 1 cr PEAC 176A Beginning Rock Climbing 1 cr PEAC 177A Beginning Cross-Country Skiing 1 cr PEAC 178A Beginning Telemark Cross-Country Skiing 1 cr PEAC 178B Intermediate Telemark Cross-Country Skiing 1 cr PEAC 181 Bicycling 1 cr PEAC 182C Advanced Dutch Oven Cooking 1 cr PEAC 185 Basic Mountaineering 1 cr PEAC 188 Winter Survival Skills 1 cr PEAC 189 Beginning Gym Climbing 1 cr PEAC 192 Wilderness Survival Skills 1 cr *When workshop relates to outdoor education, i.e. Canoe Workshop (1 cr), Whitewater Rafting Workshop (1 cr), Backpacking Workshop (1 cr), Advanced Kayaking-Summer Field Experience (1 cr), Beginning Rock Climbing-Summer Field Experience (1 cr), Advanced Rock Climbing-Summer Field Experience (1 cr).Minor in Sport Management
Sport Management Standards
The Sport Management Minor is modeled to frame the NASPE-NASSM Content Standards for undergraduate Sport Management programs. The standards encompass 10 core areas that include: Behavioral Dimensions of Sport; Management and Organizational Skills; Ethics in Sport Management; Marketing in Sport; Communication in Sport; Finance in Sport; Economics in Sport; Legal Aspects of Sport; Governance in Sport; and Field Experience in a Sport Setting.Students completing this minor must complete a total of 24 credits, including 18 credits of required courses and 6 approved elective credits from the courses listed below. No more than 32 credit hours of College of Business courses may be counted toward the minor in Sport Management. In addition, the student must show satisfactory completion of the ASEP Citizenship Through Sports Course.
Required Courses (18 credits): ACCT 201 Principles of Accounting I 3 cr MGT 312 Individual and Organizational Behavior 3 cr MGT 473 Human Resource Management 3 cr P E g473 Facilities Planning and Design 3 cr P E g475 Organization and Administration of Physical Education and Sport 3 cr P E 490 Sport Management Practicum 3 cr IN ADDITION: ASEP Citizenship Through Sports Course Sport Management Elective Courses (6 credits): ECON 201 Principles of Macroeconomics 3 cr ECON 202 Principles of Microeconomics 3 cr FIN 315 Corporate Financial Management 3 cr MGT 216 Business Statistics 3 cr MKTG 325 Basic Marketing Management 3 cr MKTG 327 Consumer Behavior 3 cr P E g465 Organization and Administration of Intramural Sports 3 cr P E g493 Gender Issues in Education and Sport 3 cr P E g491 Physical Education Workshop* 1-3 cr * When workshop relates to Sport Management.Teacher Education (K-12 Teacher Certification)Students may obtain K-12 Teacher Certification in Physical Education. In addition to completing departmental major requirements, students must make formal application and complete an interview for admission to the Teacher Education Program. The student is advised to become familiar with the requirements in the College of Education Teacher Education section.
Required Professional Education Core:
EDUC 201 Development and Individual Differences 3 cr EDUC 204 Families, Communities, Culture 3 cr EDUC 301 Inquiring, Thinking, Knowing 3 cr EDUC 302 Motivation and Management 3 cr EDUC 309 Instructional Planning, Delivery, and Assessment 6 cr EDUC 311 Instructional Technology 3 cr EDUC 401 Language and Literacy 3 cr EDUC 402 Adaptations for Diversity 3 cr P E 495 Physical Education: Student Teaching Internship 7-14 cr TOTAL: 41 crProfessional Physical Education Courses
P E 160 Rape Aggression Defense 1 credit. Strategies for self-defense in physically threatening situations. Methods to enhance possibilities for avoidance of physical harm are also covered. Cross-listed as H E and W S 160. F, SP E 205 Methods and Techniques of Gymnastics 2 credits. Fundamental methods and techniques for teaching a variety of gymnastic activities, including tumbling and apparatus. F
P E 211 Physical Education Methods/Elementary 1 credit. A study of subject content of the physical education program with emphasis on methods and materials to be used by the teacher. F, S, Su
P E 221 History and Philosophy of Physical Education and Sport 3 credits. Study of the historical development and philosophy of Physical Education and sport in educational settings. Also includes curriculum development, current practices and projected trends in the Physical Education and Sport professions. F, S
P E 235 Activity Performance Techniques I 3 credits. Laboratory enhanced skills in field based activities and games. Emphasis on participant skill development and performance. F
P E 236 Activity Performance Techniques II 3 credits. Laboratory enhanced skills in racquet and court sports. Emphasis on participant skill development and performance. S
P E 237 Activity Performance Techniques III 3 credits. Laboratory-enhanced skills in fitness and conditioning-based recreation, nontraditional games and activities. Emphasis on skill development and performance. F
P E 241 Sports Officiating 1 credit. Proper instruction for game officials and coaches including knowledge of rules, mechanisms of officiating, and game administration. May be repeated to four credits. D
P E 243 Anatomical Foundations of Human Activity 3 credits. Study of human body structure including the neuromuscular, skeletal, circulatory, respiratory, digestive, endocrine, reproductive, and organ systems. Course is designed for health and physical education students. F, S
P E 259 Lifeguarding 2 credits. Provides a fundamental knowledge and practical application of principles involving lifesaving techniques in an aquatic environment. Academic course work and pool activity is required of all students. Can result in American Red Cross certification. Su
P E 280 Winter Camping and Backcountry Travel 1 credit. Techniques, equipment and safety of overnight winter wilderness travel, backcountry skiing and snowshoeing. PREREQ: Permission of instructor. S
P E 281 Practical Outdoor Skills 1 credit. Study and application of knowledge and skills common to most outdoor activities, and ways in which such skills can be integrated in school, youth and adult activity programs. Practical outdoor knots, map and compass, sheltering strategies, outdoor emergencies, safety procedures, minimal impact techniques, and outdoor team building. S
P E 282 Map, Compass and Backcountry Navigation 1 credit. Practical application of map and compass and wilderness navigation concepts including map and field bearings, declination, resection, contour line interpretation, GPS receiver use, map types, scales, and coordinate systems. F
P E 284 Intermediate Kayaking and Whitewater Safety 1 credit. Combines practical field experience in moving water with a study of river safety and accident prevention. Topics include hazard evaluation, self and team rescue, case history review, and whitewater safety procedures. PREREQ: PEAC 175A or permission of instructor. F, S
P E 286 Avalanche and Winter Sports Safety 1 credit. A study of snow, winter hazards, avalanche safety and rescue. Topics include basic snow physics, crystal identification, metamorphic processes, factors influencing avalanches, use of transceivers, snow pack evaluation, and avalanche rescue techniques. S
P E 292 Leadership Practicum 1 credit. Students develop, implement, and evaluate an individual program of professional leadership activities. F, S
P E 300 Movement Theory and Motor Development 3 credits. Introduces the student to the science of developmental human movement including fundamental concepts of movement behavior presented in a bio-social context and the concepts of learning in the psychomotor domain. S
P E 301 Physiology of Exercise 3 credits. Theoretical and applied study of the effects of physical work and exercise on physiological processes of the human body. Lecture and laboratory. PREREQ: P E 243, or BIOS 301 and BIOS 302. COREQ: P E 301L. F
P E 301L Physiology of Exercise Laboratory 0 credit.
P E 302 Human Kinesiology 3 credits. The anatomical and mechanical principles involved in human movement. Special emphasis includes qualitative analysis of physical education and sport activities. Lecture and laboratory. PREREQ: P E 243, or BIOS 301 and BIOS 302. COREQ: PE 302L. S
P E 302L Human Kinesiology Laboratory 0 credit.
P E 312 Practical Applications of Coaching Baseball and Softball 2 credits. Essential elements of coaching baseball and softball. Emphasis on application and practice in the educational setting. D
P E 313 Practical Applications of Coaching Basketball 2 credits. Essential elements of coaching basketball. Emphasis on application and practice in the educational setting. F
P E 314 Practical Applications of Coaching Football 2 credits. Essential elements of coaching football. Emphasis on application and practice in the educational setting. S
P E 315 Practical Applications of Coaching Soccer 2 credits. Essential elements of coaching soccer. Emphasis on application and practice in the educational setting. D
P E 316 Practical Applications of Coaching Tennis 2 credits. Essential elements of coaching tennis. Emphasis on application and practice in the educational setting. D
P E 317 Practical Applications of Coaching Track and Field 2 credits. Essential elements of coaching track and field. Emphasis on application and practice in the educational setting. S
P E 318 Practical Applications of Coaching Volleyball 2 credits. Essential elements of coaching volleyball. Emphasis on application and practice in the educational setting. S
P E 319 Practical Applications of Coaching Wrestling 2 credits. Essential elements of coaching wrestling. Emphasis on application and practice in the educational setting. D
P E 322 Psycho-Social Aspects of Human Activity 3 credits. Study of theoretical and applied psychological parameters in sport settings. Specific topics include the coach-athlete relationship and issues in sport performance. Also includes motivation, leadership, communication, ethics, and intervention strategies. S
P E 357 Methods of Teaching Elementary Physical Education 3 credits. Prepares students to teach elementary physical education activities. Emphasis on a variety of teaching methods and their application to all skill levels at the elementary level. F, S
P E 358 Water Safety Instructor's course 3 credits. Techniques of teaching swimming, diving, and community water safety skills including small craft safety. Emphasis on skill progressions and planning/organizing courses. American Red Cross certificate awarded if examination is passed. Su
P E 362 Tests and Measurements in Physical Education 3 credits. Study of constructive practical and written tests applicable to physical education. Study of the theory of practice of test administration, brief study of statistical methods and measurements in physical education. F
P E 380 Field Experience 1 credit. Orientation, observation, planning and supervised experience exposes the student to activity instruction under the direction of a major advisor. D
P E 381 River Safety and Swiftwater Rescue 1 credit. A comprehensive safety and rescue course for river users and rescue service personnel. Topics include safety equipment, river hazards, river crossings, tag line procedures, zip line and Z-pulley use, moving water extrications, and first aid considerations. Su
P E 383 Advanced Rock Climbing and Climbing Safety 2 credits. A comprehensive examination of climbing safety anchor placement, self-rescue, belaying, route protection, case history review, equipment limitations--along with field experience including lead and aid climbing, advanced knots, movement techniques, and minimal impact procedures. PREREQ: PEAC 176A or permission of instructor. S
P E 386 Outdoor Leadership 2 credits. Designed to provide students with the knowledge to organize and lead outdoor activities. Includes leadership styles, liability, program promotion, planning, safety, and environmental impact. Practical experiences are included. S
P E g397 Professional Education Development 1-3 credits. A course for the practicing educator aimed at the development and improvement of educational skills. Various sections will have different subtitles. A maximum of 10 credits may be applied to fifth year program. Graded S/U. D
P E 437 Methods of Teaching Secondary Physical Education 3 credits. Designed to prepare the student for teaching secondary physical education activities. Emphasis on a variety of teaching methods and their application to all skill levels at the secondary level. PREREQ: P E 300. S
P E 440 Survey of Outdoor Education Literature 2 credits. An examination of recent research, literature and contemporary writing in outdoor education. Course work consists of a series of reading assignments followed by oral reports and class discussions. F
P E 445 Methods of Teaching Outdoor Activities and Practicum 3 credits. This culminating course for outdoor education minors consists of two parts: a study of the objectives, programs and methods of teaching outdoor recreation activities followed by a practicum experience in which students assist in teaching and leading outdoor activities. PREREQ: PE 386, PE 440 and permission of instructor. S
P E g465 Organization and Administration of Intramural Sports 3 credits. Study of various methods of organizing and administering intramural sports programs on the junior high school, high school, and college levels. D
P E g470 Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries 2 credits. Prevention, cause and care of athletic injuries. Emphasis on the role of the coach relative to responsibility and resultant liability. F, S
P E 473 Facilities Planning and Design 3 credits. An investigation of the various components, principles, and fundamental practices involved in facility planning and design for physical education, athletics, and recreation. AF
P E g475 Organization and Administration of Physical Education and Sport 3 credits. Study of the management theory and practices utilized in conducting physical education and sport programs. Emphasis will be placed on interscholastic as well as intercollegiate physical education and athletic programs. F
P E g480 Coaching Problems 2 credits. Athletic control, eligibility, new coaching techniques, finances, safety measures, public relations, duties of coaches, managers, and officials. May be repeated once for additional credit. F, S, Su
P E g481 Coaching Clinic 1 credit. Idaho State University is a sponsor of the annual Idaho Coaches Association Clinic held during the first week of August. Instruction offered in football, basketball, and other sports by coaches of national reputation. Total cost of registration at the clinic, board, room, and privileges for the full period of the clinic will be about $50. An extra fee will be charged for those who register at the clinic for credit. May be repeated up to 6 credits. Graded S/U. Credits will not be acceptable for degree completion requirements/electives. D
P E g485 Independent Problems in Physical Education 1-3 credits. Individual work under staff guidance. Field and/or library study on specific physical education problems of interest to majors and minors. May be repeated up to 6 credits. PREREQ: Permission of instructor. F, S, Su
P E 490 Practicum-Physical Education 1-16 credits. Practical experience in a field based setting, congruent with student's employment goals. May require multiple experiences in a variety of settings outside K-12 school settings. F, S, Su
P E g491 Physical Education Workshop 1-3 credits. Critical analysis of one or more areas of physical education. May be repeated up to 6credits. PREREQ: Permission of instructor. D
P E g493 Gender Issues in Education and Sport 3 credits. Using gender as a springboard, students will explore issues of social justice in education and sport. PREREQ: General Education Goal 1. F, S, Su
P E g494 Adapted Physical Activity 3 credits. History, philosophy, and the teaching/learning processes in providing adapted physical activity in schools and community-based settings. Includes clinical experiences. PREREQ: BIOS 301 or equivalent, or P E 243, P E 300, and P E 362. S
P E 495 Physical Education: Student Teaching Internship 7-14 credits. Observation and teaching under supervision in approved physical education programs with the opportunity to assume direct responsibility for the learning activities of secondary level students. PREREQ: Admission to Teacher Education Program and approved application for student teaching. Graded S/U. F, S
Activity Courses in Physical Education
PEAC 100 Adaptive Martial Arts 1 credit. Adaptive and corrective exercise programs in the martial arts (including judo and tae know) designed for individuals unable to participate in a regular activity class. F, SPEAC 101 Adaptive Snow Skiing 1 credit. Adaptive and corrective exercise program in snowmaking designed for individuals unable to participate in a regular activity class. S
PEAC 102 Adaptive Water-skiing 1 credit. Adaptive and corrective exercise program in water-skiing designed for individuals unable to participate in a regular activity class. Su
PEAC 103 Adaptive Swimming 1 credit. Adaptive and corrective exercise programs in aquatics designed for individuals unable to participate in a regular activity class. Su
PEAC 104 Adaptive Weight Training 1 credit. Adaptive and corrective exercise programs in progressive body building and conditioning exercises designed for individuals unable to participate in a regular activity class. F, S
PEAC 105 Seated Aerobics 1 credit. Adaptive and corrective exercise programs designed to improve, cardiovascular fitness, flexibility and strength. D
PEAC 107 Instructor Training of Adapted Water-skiing 1 credit. Methods and techniques of teaching water-skiing to people with disabilities. Su
PEAC 108 Instructor Training of Adapted Snowskiing 1 credit. Methods and techniques of teaching snowmaking to people with disabilities. S
PEAC 109 Instructor Training of Adapted Sport 1 credit. Methods and techniques of teaching a variety of sport skills to people with disabilities. F, S
PEAC 110 Military Style Physical Fitness 1 credit. Participate in and learn to lead a physical fitness program. Emphasis on developing an individual fitness program and the role of exercise and fitness in one's life. Cross-listed as M S 110. F, S
PEAC 120 Introduction to Pilates-Based Method 1 credit. Introduction of the Pilates-based methods of exercise and how to safely perform some of the basic fundamental movements on the floor and with the equipment. F, S
PEAC 121 Beginning Pilates Matwork 1 credit. To provide an introduction of this form of exercise and direction on how to perform some of the basic fundamental movements performed on the floor. F
PEAC 130 Acacias 1 credit. Techniques of water exercises for physical conditioning. Physiological self-assessments and water safety will be covered. F, S
PEAC 131A Beginning Aerobics 1 credit. Introduction to elementary techniques and modalities of aerobic exercise. Physiological self-assessments and safety will be covered. F, S
PEAC 131B Intermediate Aerobics 1 credit. Continuation of elementary techniques, and introduction to more strenuous aerobic exercise for the intermediate level student. Physiological selfassessments, safety, and training benefits of a variety of modalities are covered. F, S
PEAC 131C Advanced Aerobics 1 credit. High-level aerobic techniques and modalities designed for the advanced student. More advanced physiological selfassessments and discussion of a variety of modalities will be covered. D
PEAC 132 Individualized Physical Education 1 credit. Introduction to lifetime fitness programming components with individually designed programs. Physiological selfassessments, safety, and equipment are covered. F, S
PEAC 133 Jogging/Personal Fitness 1 credit. Fitness-oriented course, designed for students who wish to maintain or increase their present fitness level. Physiological selfassessments and safety are covered. F, S
PEAC 134A Beginning Weight Training 1 credit. Instruction and participation in fundamentals of progressive bodybuilding and conditioning with resistance, including various modalities. Physiological self-assessments and safety will be covered. F, S, Su
PEAC 134B Intermediate Weight Training 1 credit. Instruction and participation in fundamentals of progressive bodybuilding and conditioning with resistance, including various modalities. Designed for the intermediate lifter. F, S
PEAC 139A Beginning Fencing 1 credit. Introduction to the basic skills of foil fencing including equipment, grip, salute, onguard, advance, retreat, lunge, and defense. Includes safety concerns, basic strategies, and rules. F, S
PEAC 139B Intermediate Fencing 1 credit. Continuation and expansion of the basic skills included in the beginning course with the addition of parries, engagements, and advanced attacks. Also includes advanced strategies. F, S
PEAC 140A Beginning Billiards 1 credit. Introduction to the fundamental skills involved in billiards: technique, game play, scoring, and etiquette. F, S
PEAC 140B Intermediate Billiards 1 credit. Designed for the intermediate level player; this course explores a variety of more advanced shots and strategies. F, S
PEAC 141A Fundamentals of Bowling 1 credit. Introduction to fundamental skills, scorekeeping, handicaps, and rules of bowling. F, S
PEAC 141B Intermediate Bowling 1 credit. Designed for the intermediate level bowler, this course builds upon the skills and knowledges of the fundamentals course. F, S
PEAC 141C Advanced Team Bowling 1 credit. Introduction to more advanced individual techniques and skill assessment and corrections for bowling. F, S
PEAC 142A Beginning Golf 1 credit. Fundamental philosophies and techniques of golf, including grip, use of irons, woods, and putter, and etiquette. F, S, Su
PEAC 142B Intermediate Golf 1 credit. Designed for the intermediate golfer, this course builds on the acquisition of skill in the fundamental strokes; etiquette; and more advanced reading of the course. F, S. Su
PEAC 143A Beginning Judo 1 credit. Rudimentary principles and philosophies of judo, including the techniques of grappling, throwing and falling. F, S
PEAC 143B Intermediate Judo 1 credit. A continuation of fundamental judo skills and philosophies for intermediate-skilled students, including basics of some advanced skills. F, S
PEAC 143C Advanced Judo 1 credit. A refinement of fundamental judo skills and philosophies for advanced-skilled students, including advanced techniques of throwing, grappling, and falling. F, S
PEAC 144 Tae Kwondo 1 credit. Presentation of principles and philosophies of Tae Kwondo, a Korean form of karate meant for energy conservation in self defense technique. F, S
PEAC 145 Rodeo 1 credit. An orientation to the safety and techniques of the various events of the modern-day rodeo. F, S
PEAC 146 Archery 1 credit. Introduction to equipment, technique, and safety practices of archery. D
PEAC 148A Beginning Women's Judo 1 credit. Introduction to methods and techniques of judo for women. Includes a variety of holding and throwing techniques. Rules, safety considerations, and the philosophy of judo are emphasized. D
PEAC 149A Tai Chi 1 credit. This course is designed to facilitate fitness through the practice in the Yang-style short form of Tai Chi Chuan. D
PEAC 149B Intermediate Tai Chi 1 credit. This course is designed to further skill competency and fitness through practice in the Yang-style short form of Tai Chi Chuan. PREREQ: PEAC 149A or equivalent skill and ability. D
PEAC 150A Beginning Racquetball 1 credit. Introduction to fundamentals of technique, strategy, and safety in the game of racquetball. F, S
PEAC 150B Intermediate Racquetball 1 credit. Continuation of basic skills and fundamental strategies for the intermediate level racquetball player. F, S
PEAC 150C Advanced Racquetball 1 credit. Refinement of skills, techniques, and strategies for the advanced level racquetball player. D
PEAC 151A Beginning Tennis 1 credit. Rudimentary principles and techniques of tennis, including basic shot selection, conditioning, drill works, and game play. F, S, Su
PEAC 151B Intermediate Tennis 1 credit. A continuation of fundamental tennis skills and principles for intermediate-skilled students, including an introduction to some advanced skills. F, S
PEAC 151C Advanced Tennis 1 credit. Refinement of skills, techniques, and strategies for the advanced level player. D
PEAC 152A Beginning Badminton 1 credit. Introduction to basic skills, game play, and strategies in the game of badminton. D
PEAC 152B Intermediate Badminton 1 credit. Continuation of skill refinement, more advanced game play, and strategies for the intermediate player. D
PEAC 152C Advanced Badminton 1 credit. Refinement of fundamental skills, more advanced game play, and strategies for the advanced player. D
PEAC 155A Beginning Soccer 1 credit. Introduction to basic individual and team soccer skills, including dribbling, shooting, and offensive and defensive techniques and strategies. S
PEAC 155B Intermediate Soccer 1 credit. Continuation of fundamental team and individual skill acquisition, and introduction of more advanced techniques and strategies. D.
PEAC 156A Beginning Basketball 1 credit. Fundamental individual and team techniques, strategies, and play. F, S
PEAC 156B Intermediate Basketball 1 credit. More advanced individual and team techniques, strategies and play for intermediate level players. F, S
PEAC 157A Beginning Volleyball 1 credit. Introduction to fundamental individual and team skills, strategies, and play for beginning level volleyball players. S
PEAC 157B Intermediate Volleyball 1 credit. More advanced individual and team skills, strategies, and play for intermediate level volley ball players. S
PEAC 158 Softball 1 credit. Introduction to fundamental skills, and refinement of more advanced skills, for individual and team techniques, strategies, and play in softball. F, S
PEAC 159 Ultimate Frisbee 1 credit. This course is designed to enhance student skills and abilities in ultimate frisbee. D
PEAC 160A Beginning Skiing 1 credit. Fundamental techniques, etiquette, training, safety practices and skill practice in downhill skiing for beginners. S
PEAC 160B Intermediate Skiing 1 credit. For intermediate level skiers, an emphasis on safety practices, etiquette, more advanced techniques, training, and skill practice. S
PEAC 160C Advanced Skiing 1 credit. Intended for advanced skiers, this course emphasizes high-level skill acquisition, training, safety, ski etiquette, and skill practice. S
PEAC 161A Beginning Night Skiing 1 credit. Skill acquisition and safety practices for beginners who wish to ski at night. S
PEAC 162A Beginning Snowboarding 1 credit. Introduction to snowboarding, including selection of equipment, safety practices, etiquette, and techniques. S
PEAC 162B Intermediate Snowboarding
1 credit. Designed for the experienced snowboarder. A continuation of the basic skills and techniques included in the beginning course. SPEAC 170A Beginning Swimming 1 credit. Introduction to propulsive movement skills in the water; includes safety, front crawl, and elementary backstroke. F, S
PEAC 170B Intermediate Swimming 1 credit. Refinement of beginning skills; includes an introduction to breaststroke, intermediate level safety, basic diving technique, back crawl, and sidestroke. F, S
PEAC 170C Advanced Swimming 1 credit. Refinement of previous strokes; includes introduction to butterfly, inverted breaststroke, the trudgen, and overarm sidestroke. D
PEAC 171 Synchronized Swimming 1 credit. An orientation to the fundamentals of the Olympic sport of individual and team synchronized swimming, including tricks, presentation, and basic to advanced skills. D
PEAC 172 SCUBA Diving 1 credit. Basic skills in SCUBA diving: mask, fins, snorkel use; safety techniques; mechanical equipment use; aquatic environments. Students must: swim 400 yards; tread water 15 minutes; carry ten pound brick 25 yards. No certification. F, S
PEAC 173 Skin and SCUBA Diving Certification 2 credits. Skills in SCUBA: mask, fins, and snorkel use; safety techniques; mechanical equipment use; aquatic environments. Students must: swim 400 yards; tread water 15 minutes; carry ten pound brick 25 yards. Certification possible. F, S, Su
PEAC 175A Beginning Kayaking 1 credit. Uses controlled environment of ISU pool and includes basic skills including draw and sculling strokes, high and low bracing, eddy turns, deep water rescue techniques, river safety, and Eskimo roll. F, S
PEAC 176A Beginning Rock Climbing 1 credit. Designed for students with little or no climbing experience, this outdoor class covers basic climbing including knot tying, belaying, movement techniques, top rope anchor systems, and safety procedures. F, S
PEAC 176B Intermediate Rock Climbing 1 credit. Designed for the intermediate level student, this course explores more advanced techniques, etiquette, and minimal impact techniques. F, S
PEAC 177A Beginning Cross Country Skiing 1 credit. Designed for beginning skiers, this course introduces students to flat surface techniques and progresses to uphill and downhill techniques. Indoor lectures are combined with tours to local crosscountry ski areas. S
PEAC 177B Intermediate Cross Country Skiing 1 credit. Designed for intermediate skill crosscountry skiers, this course builds on the fundamental techniques of the beginning course. Includes safety in the backcountry, more advanced uphill and downhill techniques, and overnight trip planning. S
PEAC 178A Beginning Telemark Cross Country Skiing 1 credit. Fundamental skills of executing downhill turns on crosscountry skis. Telemark is primary emphasis, but wedge, stem christie, and parallel turns are also covered in relation to free heel skis. S
PEAC 178B Intermediate Telemark Cross Country Skiing 1 credit. Course builds upon the basic skills first introduced in the beginning course. Introduces additional techniques. S
PEAC 180A Beginning Windsurfing 1 credit. Introduction to the basic skills of sailboarding including sail rigging, sailing maneuvers, wind reading and windsurfing safety. F, S
PEAC 180B Intermediate Windsurfing 1 credit. Continuation of basic skills of sailboarding, with additional emphasis on more advanced technique and weather reading for the intermediate level windsurfer. F, S
PEAC 181 Bicycling 1 credit. Includes both mountain and road biking. Combines a series of indoor lectures with practical outdoor riding experience. Topics include riding techniques, clothing, equipment, safety and bike maintenance. F
PEAC 182A Beginning Dutch Oven Cooking 1 credit. Includes basic food preparation, meal planning and the care and use of cast iron dutch ovens. Nightly demonstrations by guest chefs. Students will select recipes, buy food, and prepare their own meals. F, S
PEAC 182C Advanced Dutch Oven Cooking 1 credit. Expands upon the basics taught in the beginning course. Includes large group meal planning, dutch oven catering, garnishing and presentation of meals, gourmet meal preparation, and competitive cooking. F
PEAC 185 Basic Mountaineering 1 credit. Designed for students wishing to climb mountains on a nontechnical basis. Includes ice axe use, rope team travel, clothing, equipment, hazards, hypothermia, and acute mountain sickness. S
PEAC 188 Winter Survival Skills 1 credit. Designed to equip students with knowledge necessary for a 72 hour winter survival situation. Content includes winter shelter building, recognizing and treating frostbite, signaling, fire building, survival psychology, nutrition needs, clothing and equipment. S
PEAC 189 Beginning Gym Climbing 1 credit. Taught entirely indoors on the Idaho State University Climbing Wall, this course covers climbing knots, belaying procedures, basic equipment, movement techniques, and safety. S
PEAC 190 Varsity Athletics, Bengal Dance Team, and Cheerleading 1 credit. Instruction and participation in ISU Department of Athletics approved sports. Coach's approval required. F, S
PEAC 192 Wilderness Survival Skills 1 credit. Designed to provide students with knowledge and skills necessary to survive a 72-hour emergency (summer and fall seasons). Includes signaling, shelter building, hypothermia, survival kits, fire building, direction finding and desert hazards. F
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