Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science Major in Physical Education

The following courses are required in addition to the General Education Requirements for the B.A. or B.S. degree:
P E 221             Introduction to Physical 
                    Education                     1 cr
*P E 231            Activity Laboratory - Field 
                    and Court                     1 cr
*P E 232            Activity Laboratory - Outdoor
                    Skills                        1 cr 
*P E 233            Activity Laboratory - 
                    Individual and Recreation     1 cr 
*P E 234            Activity Laboratory - Dance   1 cr
P E 243             Anatomical Foundations of     
                    Human Activity                2 cr 
P E 270             Motor Learning                1 cr
P E 301             Physiology of Activity        3 cr
P E 302             Human Kinesiology             3 cr
P E 322             Theory of Coaching Athletics  3 cr
P E 337             Methods of Teaching Physical
                    Education                     2 cr 
P E 462             Tests and Measurements        2 cr
P E 475             Management of Physical   
                    Education                     3 cr 
P E 494             Adaptive Physical Education   3 cr
                                                  Total 27 cr

IN ADDITION: Student must present a current Red Cross First Aid Card to advisor or complete H E 205, First Aid and Safety.

(completion of above courses satisfies requirements for a minor)

*PREREQ. FOR P E 231,232,233,234: P E 180 or 187, Swimming; P E 151 or 152, Tennis; P E 161 or 162, Golf; P E 115, Aerobic Dance, Aquacise, or Jogging/Fitness.

Plus 7 elective credits from any of the Emphasis areas listed below.

Emphasis Areas

The following areas of emphasis are available: Activity Performance; Dance; Athletic Coaching; and Fitness Leadership

Activity Performance

P E 300             Movement Theory               2 cr
P E 259             Lifeguarding                  2 cr
P E 358             Water Safety Instructors 
                    Course                        2 cr
In addition:        Approved electives            3 cr

Dance

P E 201             Survey of Dance               3 cr
P E 260             Methods of 
                    Dance for Children            2 cr
P E 300             Movement Theory               2 cr
P E 367             Methods and Techniques 
                    of Dance                      3 cr 
In addition:        Approved electives            2 cr

Athletic Coaching

P E 300             Movement Theory               2 cr
P E 321             Practical Applications of     
                    Coaching Athletics            2 cr 
P E 470             Athletic Injuries             2 cr
In addition:        Approved electives            2 cr

Fitness Leadership

HEC 239             Nutrition                     3 cr
H E 401             Issues in Health and Wellness 4 cr
In addition:        Approved electives            2 cr

Minor in Dance

The Dance minor may be taken by any university student. Courses are especially designed to meet needs of students in Physical Education, Elementary Education, Theatre, and other arts as well as private dance studio teachers.

Required Courses

P E 201             Survey of Dance               3 cr
P E 243             Anatomical Foundations of     
                    Human Activity                2 cr 
P E 260             Methods of Dance for 
                    Children                      2 cr
P E 367             Methods and Techniques 
                    of Dance                      3 cr 
P E 401             Issues in Dance               2 cr
P E 431             Choreography                  3 cr
                    Approved electives in Dance   
                    Activities                    3 cr 
                    Approved electives from Art,
                    P E, Management, Music,
                    Communication/Theatre         3 cr 
                                                  Total 21 cr

Dance Activities Electives

P E 140             Jazz Dance                    1 cr
P E 141             Folk and Square Dance         1 cr
P E 142             Ballet Dance                  1 cr
P E 143             Beginning Ballroom Dance      1 cr
P E 144             Intermediate Ballroom         1 cr
P E 145             Modern Dance                  1 cr
P E 146             Intermediate Modern Dance     1 cr
P E 147             DANSON-ISU Danscompany        1 cr
P E 148             Tap Dance                     1 cr
P E 149             Advanced Dance                1 cr

Approved Electives

Department of Physical Education and Dance

P E 270             Motor Learning                1 cr
P E 300             Movement Theory               2 cr
P E 302             Human Kinesiology             3 cr
P E 340             Fitness and Wellness          3 cr
P E 470             Care and Prevention of 
                    Athletic Injuries             2 cr
P E 494             Adaptive Physical Education   3 cr

Department of Art and Architecture

ART 101             Drawing                       3 cr
ART 103             Creative Process              3 cr
ART 105             Art Studio                    2 cr
ART 108             Introduction to Visual Arts   3 cr

Department of Management

MGT 215             Small Business Management     3 cr

Department of Music

MUSC 101            Elements of Music             2 cr
MUSC 106            American Music                3 cr

Department of Communication and Theatre

THEA 101            Appreciation of Dramatic Arts 3 cr
THEA 251            Beginning Acting              3 cr
THEA 209            Lighting                      2 cr

Activity Courses in Physical Education

A variety of courses is offered for students to encourage participation and skill development in individual and team activities. An adaptive course is available for students whose activity is restricted. One-credit courses include:

P E 103             Freshman Athletics F
P E 107             Fencing D
P E 109             Tumbling D
P E 115-116         Physical Activities F, S
P E 117             Handball-Individual Sports D
P E 118             Intermediate Physical Activities D
P E 119             Advanced Physical Activities D
P E 120             Individualized Physical Activities 
                    F, S, Su
P E 125             Varsity Athletics F, S
P E 140             Jazz Dance F, S
P E 141             Folk and Square Dance F
P E 142             Ballet Dance F
P E 143             Beginning Ballroom Dance F, S
P E 144             Intermediate Ballroom Dance D
P E 145             Modern Dance F, S
P E 146             Intermediate Modern Dance D
P E 148             Tap Dance D
P E 149             Advanced Dance D
P E 151             Beginning Tennis F, S, Su
P E 152             Intermediate Tennis F, S, Su
P E 153             Skiing S
P E 154             Intermediate Skiing S
P E 161             Beginning Golf F, S, Su
P E 162             Intermediate Golf S
P E 171             Marksmanship D
P E 180             Elementary Swimming F, S, Su
P E 187             Intermediate Swimming F, S
P E 188             Advanced Swimming F, S
P E 189             Synchronized Swimming D
P E 191             Fundamentals of Bowling F, S, Su