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