Department of Sport Science and Physical Education
Mike Lester, Ed.D., Chair
The mission of the Department of Sport Science and Physical Education at Idaho State University is to provide students with the intellectual and physical skills necessary to maximize their potential. The study of the physical education discipline is an important part of the curriculum at Idaho State University; it strives to fulfill the University mission as well as the College of Education’s mission in the enhancement of learning, lifelong development, and educational leadership. The study of physical education encourages students to respect human dignity, to be critical thinkers, and to be effective communicators. It provides an opportunity for the individual to make decisions regarding lifestyle and health choices enhancing self-direction and self-esteem. Physical education develops both the mental and physical discipline to provide opportunities for mental, social, emotional, spiritual, and personal development while interacting in a university environment.
The Idaho State University Department of Sport Science and Physical Education is committed to providing an academic program in which men and women can discover, experience, and reflect upon the study of movement. Curricula are designed to challenge students in the theory and to provide opportunity for practical experiences. Students are expected to become both advocates for and contributors to the discipline on personal and professional levels. Faculty members are committed to excellence in teaching, concerns for the needs of students, service to the community, and expertise in their discipline.
Majors in Physical Education receive preparation for a number of careers. The student major in Physical Education can select from four emphasis areas including exercise science, outdoor education, sport management, and teaching. Majors receive preparation for graduate work in areas such as physical education, physical therapy, exercise science, outdoor education, and athletic administration.
The Department of Sport Science and Physical Education also offers three minor areas of study to facilitate professional and career development needed by women and men to succeed in a changing world. Students can choose to minor in coaching, outdoor education, or sport management.
The Department of Sport Science and Physical Education is committed to make the sport and leisure activity program for the major and non-major an experience serving the needs and interests of students. The activity program is designed to develop students’ skills in lifetime activities and to increase the fitness level of participating students.
The Department of Sport Science and Physical Education also offers a Master of Physical Education degree with an emphasis in Athletic Administration. The program is designed to facilitate the intellectual and practical knowledge necessary to enter the field of sport management or administration upon graduation.
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).
Admission to Program
Admission 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 completion of PE 220 and PE 292 with a grade of C (2.0) or better, and a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5.
1. Completion of the following General Education Goals: 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, and 12.Students must make formal application for full admission to the Sport Science and Physical Education program. Application forms are available in the department office. Students may not register for upper division courses until admittance to the program is achieved.
2. Overall GPA of 2.5.
3. No grades below “C” (2.0) in Professional Physical Education.
4. Student Portfolio Initiation.
5. Faculty review and recommendation of student 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 :*
1. Minimum grade of “C” (2.0) in professional courses.* Transfer students and change of major/minor students will be allowed to enroll in 6 credits of upper division courses while completing admission requirements.
2. Minimum overall cumulative GPA of 2.7.
3. Minimum GPA of 3.00 in the major.
4. Completion of student portfolio.
5. Exit interview with advisor.
Physical Education Core
Physical Education majors in all emphasis areas must complete a common core. The core consists of the following courses:
P E 220 Foundations of
Physical Education and Sport 3 cr
P E 221 History, Philosophy, and Ethics
of Physical Education and Sport 3 cr
P E 222 First Aid, CPR and Sport Safety 3 cr
P E 243 Anatomical Foundations
of Human Activity 3 cr
P E 292 Leadership Practicum 1 cr
Physical Education Emphasis Areas:
Exercise Science Emphasis – 78 credits
- Exercise Science
- Physical Education Teaching
- Outdoor Education
- Sport Management
Objective #1: To develop foundational knowledge in the basic sciences (42 credits)
Biological Cognate: 10 credits
BIOL 301 Anatomy and Physiology 4 cr
BIOL 302 Anatomy and Physiology 4 cr
BIOL g460 Neuroscience 2 cr
Chemistry Cognate: 9 credits
CHEM 111 General Chemistry I 5 cr
CHEM 112 General Chemistry II 4 cr
Physics Cognate: 8 credits
PHYS 111 General Physics I 3 cr
PHYS 112 General Physics II 3 cr
PHYS 113 General Physics I Lab 1 cr
PHYS 114 General Physics II Lab 1 cr
Math Cognate: 12 credits
MATH 143 College Algebra* 3 cr
MATH 144 Trigonometry* 2 cr
MATH 160 Brief Calculus 4 cr
MATH 253 Introduction to Statistics 3 cr
*MATH 147 Precalculus (5 cr) will substitute for MATH 143 and 144.
Psychology Cognate: 3 credits
PSYC 101 Introduction to General Psychology 3 cr
Objective #2: To develop specialized knowledge in human movement activities (15 credits)
P E 300 Movement Theory and Motor Development 3 cr
P E 301 Physiology of Exercise and Lab 3 cr
P E 302, 302L Biomechanics and Lab 3 cr
P E 322 Psycho-Social Aspects
of Human Activity 3 cr
P E g494 Adapted Physical Activity 3 cr
Objective #3: To develop skills assessing and analyzing human movement activities (11 credits)
P E g470 Care and Prevention
of Athletic Injuries 2 cr
P E 482 Mechanical Analysis of Human Movement 3 cr
P E 484 Exercise Assessment and Prescription 3 cr
P E 490 Practicum in Exercise Science 3 cr
Objective #4: To develop knowledge and skills in cognate exercise disciplines (10 credits)
NTD 439 Sports Nutrition 3 cr
Recommended Electives: (7 credits)
H E 340 Fitness and Wellness Programs 3 cr
NTD 239 Nutrition 3 cr
PSCI 205 Drugs in Society 2 cr
Physical Education Teaching Emphasis (K-12 certification) – 46 credits (not including credits in 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.
Physical Education Standards
The Physical Education Learning Goals are aligned with 2 sets of standards: The ISU College of Education Core Standards 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.
Objective #1: To develop teaching skills in a variety of areas in physical activities, athletics, and creative movement (19 credits)
Skills Component: 10 credits
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
One (1) aquatics course 1 cr
Methods Component: 9 credits
P E 357 Methods of Teaching
Elementary Physical Education 3 cr
P E 437 Methods of Teaching
Secondary Physical Education 3 cr
P E 435 Methods of Teaching Creative Movement 3 cr
Objective #2: To acquire knowledge in the basic foundations of human activity (15 credits)
P E 300 Movement Theory
and Motor Development 3 cr
P E 301 Physiology of Exercise and Lab 3 cr
P E 302 Biomechanics and Lab 3 cr
P E 322 Psycho-Social Aspects
of Human Activity 3 cr
P E g494 Adapted Physical Activity 3 cr
Objective #3: To understand and develop skills required for teaching physical education (6 credits)
P E 362 Tests and Measurements
in Physical Education 3 cr
P E g475 Organization and Administration
of Physical Education and Sport 3 cr
Objective #4: To develop a well-rounded physical educator who is marketable and well suited for positions in the public and private sector (6 credits)
Certification and/or endorsement or professional development in at least one area of your choice (i.e., Aerobics, Pilates, ASEP Coaching, Personal Training, Water Aerobics, Water Safety Instructor, Wilderness First Aid, etc.). The amount of credit applied towards the required 6 credits will be determined from the total hours completed for the earned certification (with 15 contact hours equal to 1 credit hour).
Additional Approved courses:
ENGL 206 Creative Writing 3 cr
MGT 101 Introduction to Business 3 cr
P E 281 Practical Outdoor Skills 1 cr
P E 473 Facilities Planning and Design 3 cr
P E g485 Independent Problems
in Physical Education* 1-3 cr
P E 490 Practicum Physical Education 3 cr
PE g491 Physical Education Workshop 1-3 cr
PE g493 Diversity Issues
in Education and Sport 3 cr
POLS g457 Grantwriting 3 cr
(or other advisor-approved Grant writing workshops)
Approved Health Education (H E) Courses
(Health Endorsement) 6 cr
* When independent problem involves certification training.
Outdoor Education Emphasis – 46 credits
Objective #1: To explore the intellectual, historic and philosophic foundations of the field of physical education and movement science.
Physical Education Core Component (included in PE Core listed above): 9 credits
Note: Leadership (PE 292) and First Aid (PE 222) core requirements are satisfied by P E 386 Outdoor Leadership and P E 285 Wilderness First Aid included below.
Objective #2: To develop leadership and teaching skills.
Criteria for courses: Courses that fulfill this objective (a) introduce the concepts of leadership in the outdoor environment, (b) explore the literature of the outdoor field, and (c) provide practical experience in leadership and teaching.
Leadership and Teaching Component (8 credits )
P E 386 Outdoor Leadership 2 cr
P E 440 Survey of
Outdoor Education Literature 2 cr
P E 445 Methods of Teaching Outdoor
Activities and Practicum 3-4 cr
Objective #3: To conduct outdoor activities safely in the outdoors with minimal impact on the environment.
Criteria for courses: Courses that fulfill this objective (a) stress safe use of the outdoors, (b) provide the knowledge and experience to respond to outdoor emergencies, (c) examine ways in which impact on the environment can be minimized.
Outdoor Education Safety Component (7 credits)
Any of the following may be selected, but Outdoor Risk Management, Environmental Impact and first aid certification (Wilderness First Aid, Wilderness First Responder or Emergency Medical Technician) are required.
P E 282 Map, Compass and
Backcountry Navigation 1 cr
P E 283 Wildland Ethics and Minimal
Environmental Impact 1 cr
P E 285 Wilderness First Aid 1 cr
P E 286 Avalanche and Winter Sports Safety 1 cr
P E 381 River Safety and Swiftwater Rescue 1 cr
P E 383 Advanced Rock Climbing
and Climbing Safety 2 cr
P E 384 Outdoor Risk Management and Liability 2 cr
PEAC 188 Winter Survival Skills 1 cr
PEAC 192 Wilderness Survival Skills 1 cr
Students who at the time of graduation possess a current certificate in Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), or Wilderness First Responder may apply three (3) credits to this component.
Objective #4: To understand and interpret the natural environment.
Criteria for courses: Courses that fulfill this objective (a) provide a scientific foundation of the understanding of the outdoor world and natural systems; (b) develop knowledge and the requisite skills to identify plants, animals, rocks, minerals, landforms, and other natural objects.
Natural History Component (8 credits)
BIOL 101/101L Biology I 4 cr
BIOL 102/102L Biology II 4 cr
BIOL 209 General Ecology 4 cr
BIOL 213 Fall Flora 2 cr
BIOL 214 Spring Flora 2 cr
BIOL 337 Conservation of Natural Resources 3 cr
BIOL g426 Herpetology 3 cr
BIOL g427 Ichthyology 3 cr
BIOL g438 Ornithology 3 cr
BIOL g441 Mammalogy 3 cr
BIOL g489 Field Ecology 3 cr
GEOL 100/100L Survey of Geology and Lab 4 cr
GEOL 109 Physical Geology for Scientists 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 g456 Geology of Southern Idaho 2 cr
GEOL g491 Seminar 1 cr
PHYS 152 Descriptive Astronomy 3 cr
PHYS 153 Descriptive Astronomy 1 cr
PHYS 325 Introduction to Weather and Climate 3 cr
Objective #5: To cultivate and refine skills in a variety of outdoor activities.
Criteria for courses:Courses that fulfill this objective (a) emphasize an understanding of the techniques, equipment and safety procedures associated with specific outdoor activities, and (b) provide opportunities to learn, practice and refine outdoor skills.
Experiential Skills Component (Minimum of 8 credits)
Courses selected must be different from those used to fulfill the requirements of the Outdoor Education Safety Component. (Note: Only 8 PEAC credits can be counted towards graduation requirement)
PEAC 101 Adaptive Snow Skiing 1 cr
PEAC 108 Instructor Training of
Adaptive Snowskiing 1 cr
PEAC 165 Backcountry GPS Navigation 1 cr
PEAC 166 Canoeing 1 cr
PEAC 167 Kayak Touring 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 186B Intermediate Fly Fishing 1 cr
PEAC 188 Winter Survival Skills 1 cr
PEAC 189 Beginning Gym Climbing 1 cr
PEAC 192 Wilderness Survival Skills 1 cr
P E 280 Winter Camping
and Backcountry Travel 1 cr
P E 281 Practical Outdoor Skills 1 cr
P E 282 Map, Compass
and Backcountry Navigation 1 cr
P E 284 Intermediate Kayaking
and Whitewater Safety 1 cr
P E 286 Avalanche and Winter Sports Safety 1 cr
P E 287 Snowboard Instructor Training 1 cr
P E 288 Ski Instructor Training 1 cr
P E 381 River Safety and Swiftwater Rescue 1 cr
P E 383 Advanced Rock Climbing
and Climbing Safety 2 cr
P E g491 Physical Education Workshop* 1-3 cr
*When workshop relates to outdoor education, i.e. Canoe Workshop (1 credit), Whitewater Rafting Workshop (1 credit), Backpacking Workshop (1 credit), Advanced Kayaking-Summer Field Experience (1 credit), Beginning Rock Climbing-Summer Field Experience (1 credit), Advanced Rock Climbing-Summer Field Experience (1 credit).
Objective #6: To foster a well-rounded educational background with an emphasis on subjects with historic and traditional importance in the outdoor education field.
Criteria for courses: Courses that fulfill this objective (a) emphasize the expression of ideas through the written and spoken word, (b)provide experience in creative processes, (c) explore environmental issues through the political process.
Electives (Minimum of 6 credits)
Courses may include those listed in the Natural History Component and/or the following:
ENGL 206 Creative Writing Workshop 3 cr
ENGL 307 Technical Writing Workshop 3 cr
ENGL 308 Business Communications 3 cr
COMM 201 Business and Professional Speaking 3 cr
COMM 208 Group Communication 3 cr
M C 230 Introduction to Photography 4 cr
M C 260 Photo and Graphic Workshop 3 cr
M C 327 Magazine Article Writing 3 cr
M C 341 Introduction to Public Relations 3 cr
M C 470 Communication through Web Design 3 cr
P E g493 Diversity Issues
in Education and Sport 3 cr
POLS g455 Environmental Politics and Polic 3 cr
POLS g457 Grantwriting 3 cr
MGT g312 Individual
and Organizational Behavior 3 cr
MGT g441 Organization Behavior 3 cr
Sport Management Emphasis – 43 credits
Objective #1: To understand and appreciate the physical education and sport setting.
Criteria for courses: Courses that fulfill this objective (a) introduce the concepts of sport and motor development, and (b) explore administrative duties in the athletic setting. Thirteen (13) credits required.
Choose 2 of the following (6 credits)
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
Additional Coursework (7 credits):
P E 281 Practical Outdoor Skills 3 cr
P E 322 Psycho-Social Aspects
of Human Activity 3 cr
Approved Electives 3 cr
Possible Elective Choices:
P E 300 Movement Theory
and Motor Development 3 cr
P E 301, 301L Physiology of Exercise and Lab 3 cr
P E 302, 302L Biomechanics and Lab 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 g470 Care and Prevention
of Athletic Injuries 3 cr
P E g493 Diversity Issues
in Physical Education and Sport 3 cr
P E g494 Adapted Physical Activity 3 cr
Objective #2: To develop leadership and management skills.
Criteria for courses: Courses that fulfill this objective (a) introduce the concepts of leadership in the sport setting, and (b) explore administrative duties in the athletic setting. Twelve (12) credits required.
P E 364 Introduction to Sport Law 3 cr
P E 475 Organization and Administration
of Physical Education and Sport 3 cr
PE 473 Facilities Planning and Design 3 cr
Approved Electives 3 cr
Possible Elective Choices:
P E 386 Outdoor Leadership 2 cr
POLS 458 Public Administration Ethics 3 cr
COMM 201 Business and Professional Speaking 3 cr
COMM 208 Group Communication 3 cr
COMM 254 Organizational Communication 3 cr
COMM 355 Nonverbal Communication 3 cr
COMM g408 Communication Theory 3 cr
COMM g452 Conflict Management 3 cr
COMM g454 Management Communication 3 cr
Objective # 3: To understand and interpret the business setting.
Criteria for courses: Courses that fulfill this objective (a) provide a business perspective of the understanding of the management setting; (b) provide understanding of human resource management; and (c) provide understanding of legal implications in running a business. Fifteen (15) credits required.
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 366 Sport Finance and Marketing 3 cr
Approved Electives 3 cr
Possible Elective Choices:
ACCT 202 Principles of Accounting II 3 cr
CIS 300 Information Management Systems 3 cr
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
MGT 217 Advanced Business Statistics 3 cr
MGT 261 Legal Environment of Organizations 3 cr
MKTG 325 Basic Marketing Management 3 cr
MGT g441 Organizational Behavior 3 cr
MKTG 327 Consumer Behavior 3 cr
M C 341 Introduction to Public Relations 3 cr
POLS g409 Community and Regional Planning 3 cr
POLS g441 Administrative Law 3 cr
POLS g442 Constitutional Law 3 cr
POLS g443 Constitutional Law 3 cr
POLS g451 Organizational Theory
and Bureaucratic Structure 3 cr
POLS g452 Financial Administration
and Budgeting 3 cr
POLS g454 Public Personnel Administration 3 cr
POLS g456 Labor Organization 3 cr
POLS g457 Grantwriting 3 cr
Objective # 4: To obtain practical experience in the field of sport management.
Criteria for courses: Students will engage in a pre-approved 45-hour sports management internship. Three (3) credits required.
PE 490 Sport Management Practicum 3 cr
Minor 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 24 credits--13 credits of required courses and 11 credits of elective courses.
Required Courses (13 credits):
P E 301 Physiology of Exercise 3 cr
P E 302, 302L Biomechanics, and Lab 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 Diversity Issues
in Education and Sport 3 cr
TOTAL: 24 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.
Students seeking a minor in outdoor education must complete a total of 21 credits from the following four components:
Leadership and Teaching Component (7 credits)
PE 386 Outdoor Leadership 2 crOutdoor Education Safety Component
PE 440 Survey of Outdoor
Education Literature 2 cr
PE 445 Methods of Teaching Outdoor
Activities and Practicum 3 crMinimum 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*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.
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).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.)
BIOL 209 General Ecology 4 crExperiential Skills Component
BIOL 213 Fall Flora 2 cr
BIOL 214 Spring Flora 2 cr
BIOL g426 Herpetology 3 cr
BIOL g427 Ichthyology 3 cr
BIOL g438 Ornithology 3 cr
BIOL 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 crMinimum 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):Teacher Education (K-12 Teacher Certification)
MGT 312 Individual and
Organizational Behavior 3 cr
MGT 473 Human Resource Management 3 cr
P E 364 Introduction to Sport Law 3 cr
P E 366 Sport Finance and Marketing 3 cr
P E g473 Facilities Planning and Design 3 cr
P E 490 Sport Management Practicum 3 cr
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 g475 Organization and Administration
of Physical Education and Sport 3 cr
P E g491 Physical Education Workshop* 1-3 cr
P E g493 Diversity Issues in
Education and Sport 3 cr
* When workshop relates to Sport Management.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. D
PE 220 Foundations of Physical Education and Sport 3 credits. Study and survey of the allied fields and specialty areas of physical education and sport. Topics include but are not limited to coaching, motor development, psychology of sport, sociology of sport, curriculum design, pedagogy, biomechanics and exercise physiology. F, S, Su
P E 221 History, Philosophy and Ethics of Physical Education and Sport 3 credits. Study of the historical development, objectives, current practices and ethical behavior in physical education, sport and allied fields. Also includes curriculum development and professional development skills. F, S, Su
P E 222 First Aid, CPR and Sport Safety 3 credits. Course includes training in first aid, CPR and sport safety. The course also covers strategies for reducing the risk of suffering a heart attack. The sport safety portion will cover sports-related injury prevention. S, Su
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, Su
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, Su
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, Su
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 for up to 4 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, Su
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 283 Wildland Ethics and Minimal Environmental Impact 1 credit. Principles and practices of minimum impact outdoor techniques including traveling approaches, waste disposal, campsite placement, outdoor ethics, state/federal land management requirements, and sport-specific procedures. S
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 285 Wilderness First Aid 1 credit. Provides an introduction to First Aid and patient care in remote settings. Includes wound and infection management, realigning fractures and dislocations, improvised splinting techniques, patient monitoring and long-term management problems, and up-to-date information on environmental emergencies. 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 287 Snowboard Instructor Training 1 credit. Classroom sessions will include mechanics of snowboarding, teaching progressions, effective teaching styles and snowboarding techniques. The snow sessions will include teaching progressions, snowboarding demos and snowboarding tips to make you a better boarder. S
P E 288 Ski Instructor Training 1 credit. Classroom sessions will include skiing mechanics, teaching progressions, effective teaching styles and skiing techniques. On the Snow sessions will include teaching progressions, skiing demos and skiing techniques to make you a better skier. 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 BIOL 301 and BIOL 302. COREQ: P E 301L. F
P E 301L Physiology of Exercise Laboratory 0 credits. Assignments to apply principles from P E 301. F
P E 302 Biomechanics 3 credits. The study of anatomical and mechanical principles that apply to human movement. Study will include exercise and sport applications. Lecture and laboratory. PREREQ: P E 243, or BIOL 301 and BIOL 302. COREQ: PE 302L. S
P E 302L Biomechanics Laboratory 0 credits. Assignments to apply principles from P E 302. S
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, Su
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 364 Introduction to Sport Law 3 credits. Study of the law as it relates to physical education and sport. Includes fields of tort law, criminal law, contract law, and constitutional law as they relate to physical education and sport settings. AF
P E 366 Sport Finance and Marketing 3 credits. Study of sport marketing theory, basic economics, accounting, and budgeting principles. Additional topics will also include sport marketing strategies and tactics, sponsorships, and sport licensing. AF
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 384 Outdoor Risk Management and Liability 1 credit. Legal implications of outdoor recreation programming including a study of tort liability, risk evaluation, relevant case law, legal management strategies, and the use of waivers and releases. F
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 435 Methods of Teaching Creative Movement 3 credits. A course for integrating movement into the curriculum. Practical involvement and discussion will cover the following topics: motor learning and development, games and rhythms and problem solving. F
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, Su
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 3-4 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 for up to 4 credits. 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. Credits will not be acceptable for degree completion requirements/electives. May be repeated for up to 6 credits. Graded S/U. D
P E 482 Mechanical Analysis of Human Movement 3 credits. Advanced study of assessing human motion patterns. Course will include computer analysis and videography techniques along with various field analysis techniques utilized in physical skill analyses. PREQ: PE 302. AF
P E 484 Exercise Assessment and Prescription 3 credits. Design and principles of exercise assessment procedures in physical education and sport setting. Physical Fitness testing concepts and procedures will be covered along with the principles involved when prescribing exercise programs for physical education and sport participants. PREREQ: PE 301. AS
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 for 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 for up to 6credits. PREREQ: Permission of instructor. D
P E g493 Diversity Issues in Education and Sport 3 credits. Students will explore various issues of social justice that are encountered in education and sport settings. PREREQ: General Education Goal 1. F, ASu
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: BIOL 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 122A Beginning Yoga 1 credit. Introduction to Yoga practice; building and developing strength, balance, flexibility and an appreciation for controlled movement. F, S
PEAC 122B Intermediate Yoga 1 credit. Course builds upon basic skills learned in beginning yoga. More advanced skills in building and developing strength, balance, flexibility and an appreciation for controlled movement. F, S
PEAC 130 Aquacize 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 135A Introduction to Hatha Yoga 1 credit. Introduction to yoga philosophy, beginning postures, and techniques of breathing, relaxation, and meditation. Progressive method builds strength, flexibility, and balance, and is adaptable to all ability levels. Special emphasis on proper alignment and diaphragmatic breathing. F, S
PEAC 135B Intermediate Hatha Yoga 1 credit. Course builds upon basic skills learned in introductory course, including addition of more challenging postures, advanced breathing and relaxation techniques, while continuing to build flexibility, strength and balance. More attention given to yoga philosophy and meditation. PREREQ: PEAC 135A OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. D
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 147A Beginning Karate 1 credit. Principles and philosophies of a modified Shorin Ryu Karate Do directed towards beginning martial artists. F, S
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. S
PEAC 163 Backpacking 1 credit. Designed for the beginning to advanced backpacker, this course prepares the students for and includes a week long backpacking trip. Includes discussions on navigation, equipment, low impact techniques and food preparation. F, S
PEAC 164A Beginning Ice Skating 1 credit. The ice skating course is designed for full participation on ice. Proper techniques are taught for various levels of figure and hockey skaters. S
PEAC 165 Backcountry GPS Navigation 1 credit. The practical use of portable GPS devices for outdoor applications. Topics covered include angular and rectangular coordinates, cross-country land navigation, use of waypoint coordinates, determining distance, and limitations of GPS. F
PEAC 166 Canoeing 1 credit. A basic level course, teaching both American Red Cross and Native American canoeing styles, and covering paddling techniques, canoe design, equipment, clothing, camping, safety and rescue. Su
PEAC 167 Kayak Touring 1 credit. Basic skills for lake, ocean and flat-water kayaking including equipment, technique, navigation, safety and rescue. F
PEAC 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 pre