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2017-2018 Undergraduate Catalog (As of 10-03-17) [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions

 

Philosophy

Note: Courses listed under Politics, Philosophy, and Law also count for Philosophy credit.
  

  • PHIL 175 Business and Consumer Ethics (3)

    An examination of some of the ethical issues of the marketplace, such as the obligations of the business community to consumers, the role of government in protecting the consumer, fair advertising practices, the nature of the corporation and the extent to which it is appropriate for government to regulate business affairs.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • PHIL 185 Philosophy and Film (3)

    An introduction to philosophical thought about film, studying films themselves, and theoretical and critical writing about film. This course deals with both philosophical problems exhibited in films as well as philosophical problems about the nature of film.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • PHIL 198 Topics in Philosophy (3)

    An introductory examination of selected topics or issues in philosophy. May be repeated for credit if the subject varies.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: May be repeated for credit when course content varies.
  

  • PHIL 201 History of Ancient Philosophy (3)

    An examination of the development of the philosophical views of the ancient Greeks, including the Presocratics, Socrates, Plato and Aristotle.
    Prerequisite(s): Three semester hours in philosophy or permission of the instructor.
    Course Frequency: Fall
  

  • PHIL 202 History of Modern Philosophy (3)

    An examination of the rise of modern philosophy and some of its principal characteristics as exemplified in some major philosophers from the close of the Middle Ages through the philosophy of Immanuel Kant.
    Prerequisite(s): Three semester hours in philosophy or permission of the instructor.
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • PHIL 203 Philosophy of Human Nature (3)

    An examination of what influential thinkers such as Darwin, Descartes, Freud, Marx, Plato, Sartre and Skinner have said about human nature.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • PHIL 205 Existentialism (3)

    A study of existential philosophy, covering thinkers such as Kierkegaard, Nietzsche, Jaspers, Heidegger, Marcel and Sartre.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • PHIL 206 Topics in Law and Morality (3)

    An examination of selected relationships between moral theory and legal institutions, such as legal ethics, the legal enforcement of morality, capital punishment or gay rights. May be repeated for credit if subject matter varies.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: For up to 6 credit hours.
  

  • PHIL 207 Ethics (3)

    A study of major ethical theories, such as utilitarianism, Kantian ethics, and virtue ethics.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • PHIL 208 Knowledge and Reality (3)

    A survey of major issues in metaphysics and epistemology. Topics may include the relation of mind and matter, causation, theories of justification, free will, and skepticism.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • PHIL 209 Political Philosophy (3)

    A study of historical and/or contemporary positions in political philosophy. Topics may include the nature of and justification for government, justice, liberty, equality, and human rights.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • PHIL 210 Philosophy, Law, and the Arts (3)

    A philosophical exploration of various connections between law and the arts. Topics may include any of the following: interpretation in law and art, law as it is presented in art, theories of art in law, art and expression in legal writing, the relationship of morality to law and art, and the ontology of law and art.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • PHIL 234 Eastern Philosophy (3)

    An examination of classical philosophy in India and China, and of the philosophical schools of the major traditions of Buddhist thought in India, China, and Japan.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • PHIL 240 Jewish Philosophy (3)

    A historical survey of some major philosophical themes and debates within the Jewish tradition. Readings will be drawn from biblical, rabbinic, medieval, and modern sources. Texts and authors may include Job, Ecclesiastes, Pirke Avot, Philo, Maimonides, Spinoza, Mendelssohn, Rosenzweig, Buber and Levinas.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Note: This course may not be taken for credit if credit has been received for JWST 240 .
  

  • PHIL 245 Environmental Philosophy (3)

    An examination of selected topics, approaches, or authors in environmental philosophy, such as environmental aesthetics, ecofeminism or the writings of Aldo Leopold.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • PHIL 252 Topics in Continental Philosophy (3)

    Study of a particular theme in Continental philosophy, such as Marxism, phenomenology, or post-modernism. The course may be repeated for credit if the topic is different.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: For up to 9 credit hours.
  

  • PHIL 255 Philosophy of Religion (3)

    An examination of issues such as the nature of religious experience, arguments for the existence of God, the conflict between reason and faith, immortality, the nature of miracles and the problem of evil.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Cross-listing: RELS 255  
  

  • PHIL 260 Philosophy of Biology (3)

    An examination of philosophical issues within the biological sciences and questions about the epistemological status of biological knowledge. Possible topics include: the nature of life, the relationship between physical and biological sciences, the structure of evolutionary theory and the implications of sociobiology for ethical theories.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • PHIL 265 Philosophy of Science (3)

    An examination of the methodology and conceptual foundations of the sciences, including topics such as the structure of scientific theory, the relation of theory to experiment, the genesis and development of scientific concepts and the evolution of scientific theories.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • PHIL 270 Philosophy of Law (3)

    A philosophical examination of some fundamental features of a legal system, focusing on issues such as the nature and function of law, judicial decision making, legal reasoning, legal responsibility, and the relationship of morality, justice and liberty to a legal system.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • PHIL 275 Feminist Theory (3)

    A study of the connections between gender and knowledge, culture, and social practice. The course investigates the claim that cultural definitions and valuations of masculinity and femininity are reflected in such areas as science, ethics, literature, art and language.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • PHIL 280 Aesthetics (3)

    A philosophical study of beauty and of the creation, appreciation and criticism of works of art.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • PHIL 282 Philosophy and Music (3)

    The course will explore a number of philosophical questions about music: What is music? What is musical expression? What is the relationship between emotions and music? What is the relationship between music and words? What is a musical work? What is authentic musical performance? Can music be moral or political?
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • PHIL 285 Philosophical Issues in Literature (3)

    A study of selected aesthetic problems related to literature, philosophical themes expressed in literary works and philosophical problems raised by literature.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • PHIL 290 Philosophy and the Cognitive Sciences (3)

    An investigation of philosophical issues at the intersection of philosophy and the cognitive sciences such as psychology, neuroscience, computer science, and linguistics.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • PHIL 298 Special Topics in Philosophy (3)

    An intensive examination of selected topics or issues in philosophy. May be repeated for credit if the subject varies.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: May be repeated for credit when course content varies.
  

  • PHIL 301 Topics in Ethical Theory (3)

    An intensive examination of selected figures, traditions, or issues in ethical theory. May be repeated for credit if the subject matter varies.
    Prerequisite(s): Six credit hours in philosophy excluding PHIL 120 .
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: For up to 6 credit hours.
  

  • PHIL 304 Nineteenth Century Philosophy (3)

    An examination of philosophical thought during the 19th century, covering thinkers such as Hegel, Marx, Comte, Bentham and Mill.
    Prerequisite(s): Six credit hours in philosophy excluding PHIL 120 .
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • PHIL 305 Topics in the History of Philosophy (3)

    An intensive examination of selected figures, traditions, or issues in the history of philosophy. May be repeated for credit if the subject matter varies.
    Prerequisite(s): Six credit hours in philosophy excluding PHIL 120 .
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: For up to 6 credit hours.
  

  • PHIL 306 20th Century Analytic Philosophy (3)

    A study of major movements in recent Anglo-American philosophy such as Logical Atomism, Logical Positivism and Ordinary Language Philosophy.
    Prerequisite(s): Six credit hours in philosophy excluding PHIL 120 .
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • PHIL 307 20th Century Continental Philosophy (3)

    An intensive examination of major figures such as Husserl, Heidegger, Habermas, Foucault and Derrida; movements such as phenomenology and deconstruction; or problems such as representation, the structure of language and the nature of technology.
    Prerequisite(s): Six credit hours in philosophy excluding PHIL 120 .
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • PHIL 310 American Philosophy (3)

    A critical treatment of leading philosophers in the United States up to the present with major emphasis on the works of philosophers such as Peirce, James, Royce, Santayana, Dewey and Whitehead.
    Prerequisite(s): Six credit hours in philosophy excluding PHIL 120 .
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • PHIL 315 Topics in Political and Social Philosophy (3)

    An intensive examination of selected figures, traditions, or issues in political and/or social philosophy. May be repeated for credit if the subject matter varies.
    Prerequisite(s): Six credit hours in philosophy excluding PHIL 120 .
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: For up to 6 credit hours.
  

  • PHIL 320 Metaphysics (3)

    A study of various attempts that philosophers have made to formulate consistent and comprehensive conceptual systems regarding the nature of reality.
    Prerequisite(s): Six credit hours in philosophy excluding PHIL 120 .
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • PHIL 325 Theory of Knowledge (3)

    An examination of historical and contemporary views concerning answers to the following questions: What is knowledge? Under what conditions are beliefs justified? What is the role of reason and sensory experience in obtaining knowledge? Is anything certain? What is the nature of truth?
    Prerequisite(s): Six credit hours in philosophy excluding PHIL 120 .
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • PHIL 330 Philosophy of Mind (3)

    A study of basic issues in the philosophy of mind such as the relationship of mind to body, knowledge of other minds and the nature of mental states. The course may focus on selected topics such as the emotions or artificial intelligence.
    Prerequisite(s): Six credit hours in philosophy excluding PHIL 120 .
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • PHIL 335 Philosophy of Language (3)

    A philosophical inquiry into the nature of meaning, reference, truth, and grammar. Topics may include the relation between language and thought, the relation between language and the world and how much of language is innate.
    Prerequisite(s): Six credit hours in philosophy excluding PHIL 120 .
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • PHIL 390 Teaching Apprenticeship (3)

    Qualified students selected and supervised by faculty engage in activities that facilitate teaching and learning in a specific course. Activities may include helping with in-class activities, preparing assignments or study guides, holding discussion or review sessions, providing feedback on rough drafts of papers, and answering student questions.
    Prerequisite(s): Philosophy major, junior or senior standing, 3.250 GPA in the major
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • PHIL 395 Internship (1-3)

    Internships provide the advanced student with a supervised experiential learning opportunity. Students will reflect on how philosophical concepts apply (or how philosophical issues arise) in a practical setting.
    Prerequisite(s): Philosophy major, junior or senior standing, 3.000 GPA in the major
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • PHIL 398 Student Research Associate Program (1-3)

    Students conduct their own research projects in philosophy under the guidance of a faculty member, or participate in a substantive way in a faculty member’s research project. A project proposal must be submitted in writing and approved by the department prior to registration for the course.
    Prerequisite(s): Six credit hours in philosophy excluding PHIL 120 ; overall GPA of at least 3.250; junior standing; and approval by the supervisor and the department.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: For up to 6 credit hours.
  

  • PHIL 399 Tutorial (3)

    Individual instruction by a tutor in regularly scheduled meetings (usually once a week). The student must take the initiative in seeking a tutor to help in both the design and the supervision of the project. A project proposal must be submitted in writing and approved by the department prior to registration for the course.
    Prerequisite(s): Six credit hours in philosophy excluding PHIL 120 , sophomore standing plus approval by the tutor and the department. (Junior standing preferred; department will approve proposals by sophomores only in exception circumstances.)
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: For up to 12 credit hours.
  

  • PHIL 450 Senior Seminar in Philosophy (3)

    An intensive examination of a selected perspective or tradition, problem or philosopher. May be repeated for credit.
    Prerequisite(s): Junior or senior philosophy major with at least nine previous semester hours in philosophy, one of which must be a 300- level course, or permission of the instructor.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: For up to 6 credit hours.
  

  • PHIL 499 Bachelor’s Essay (6)

    A year-long research and writing project done during the senior year under the close supervision of a tutor from the department. The student must take the initiative in seeking a tutor to help in both the design and the supervision of the project. A project proposal must be submitted in writing and approved by the department prior to registration for the course.
    Course Frequency: Occasional

Physical Education Activity
  

  • PEAC 100 Introduction to Fitness (2)

    This course presents the principles and methods for developing and maintaining physical fitness. Major emphasis is on developing a personal exercise and nutrition program.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • PEAC 102 Beginning Yoga (2)

    A course designed to present the basic philosophy, physical positions and breathing techniques of Yoga. Emphasis is also placed on meditation and positive thinking as a means to reduce stress and increase concentration.
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • PEAC 103 Martial Arts (2)

    An introduction to the theory and application of Asian martial arts in modern, everyday life. An activity course in which the basics of a martial art will be learned through lecture, demonstration and laboratory experience.
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • PEAC 104 Beginning Figure (Ice) Skating (2)

    This course is designed to acquaint the student with the basic fundamentals of ice-skating and will progress to more advanced skills. This will be accomplished through classroom lectures, off-ice and once demonstrations and class participation. Class time will primarily focus with on-ice instruction.
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
    Note: Lab fee required; students will need to provide their own transportation to the off-campus facility.
  

  • PEAC 105 Basketball & Volleyball (2)

    The history, techniques practice of skills and rules of basketball and volleyball.
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • PEAC 106 Beginning Table Tennis and Pickleball (2)

    This course will include instruction on the history, techniques, strategies, practice of basic skills and rules in table tennis and pickleball.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • PEAC 107 Beginning Swimming (2)

    A course designed to teach the non-swimmer how to swim. Emphasis is on proper stroke movements and elementary forms of water safety.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • PEAC 108 Advanced Swimming (2)

    A course designed to improve swimming skills with emphasis on stroke mechanics and lifesaving techniques.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • PEAC 109 Aerobics (2)

    The main emphasis of this course is the understanding of the basic physiological principles associated with physical activity and human movement as applied in a cardiovascular aerobic dance workout. The course also includes exercise programs for muscular endurance, strength and toning.
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • PEAC 110 Step Aerobics (2)

    Students will be introduced to the basic physiological principles associated with aerobic step training and interval training. Exercise, as well as cognitive material from the required text, will be essential requirements in this course.
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • PEAC 113 Beginning Horseback Riding (2)

    The course is designed to provide instruction in the beginning skills of horseback riding and to provide the student with lifetime sports skills that will contribute to his/her physical, mental and social growth. Attention will be given to the development of skills in grooming, horse handling, saddling and bridling, mounting and dismounting, walking and posting.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Note: Lab fee required; students will need to provide their own transportation to the off-campus facility.
  

  • PEAC 115 Physical Conditioning and Weight Training (2)

    A course designed to teach the accepted methods of developing and maintaining physical fitness. Consideration will be given to diet, nutrition, posture, physical form and the role of resistance exercise in the improvement of physical fitness.
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • PEAC 116 Beginning Golf (2)

    The history, techniques, practice of skills and rules of golf.
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
    Note: Lab fee required; students will need to provide their own transportation to the off-campus facility.
  

  • PEAC 117 Badminton & Racquetball (2)

    The history, techniques, practice of skills, and rules of badminton, pickleball and racquetball.
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • PEAC 118 Beginning Sailing (2)

    The course will provide the student with instruction in the basic fundamentals of sailing. Attention will also be given to the safe, reasonable operation of sailing craft as well as instruction in the proper care and maintenance of sailboats.
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
    Note: Lab fee required; students will need to provide their own transportation to the off-campus facility.
  

  • PEAC 119 Beginning Tennis (2)

    The history, techniques, practice of skills and rules of tennis.
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
    Note: Students will need to provide their own transportation to the off-campus facility.
  

  • PEAC 120 Special Topics (2)

    A course designed to cover a variety of topics not otherwise offered in the basic physical education activity program. Popular activities representing both traditional and non-traditional activities will be offered on a random basis according to interest shown in the activity.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: For up to 6 credit hours.
    Note: A lab fee may be required in some special topics courses. Students may also need to provide transportation for some courses.
  

  • PEAC 122 Social Dance I (2)

    This course will include instruction on the history, techniques, strategies, and practice of social dance.
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • PEAC 124 Stand Up Paddleboarding (2)

    This course will include instruction on the history, techniques, strategies, practice of basic skills and safety for stand up paddleboard.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • PEAC 126 Introduction to Coastal Kayaking (2)

    This course is designed to provide students with the skills to explore local waterways in a safe and enjoyable manner. Students will develop techniques associated with kayaking stroke, maneuvers and safety while developing a working knowledge of tides, weather, navigation, and equipment.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • PEAC 130 Intermediate Sailing (2)

    The course is designed to provide instruction in the intermediate skills of sailing and to provide the student with lifetime sports skills that will contribute to his/her physical, mental and social growth. Attention will be given to the development of intermediate skills for the safe and responsible operation of sailboats.
    Prerequisite(s): PEAC 118  or permission of the instructor.
    Course Frequency: Spring
    Note: Lab fee required; students will need to provide their own transportation to the off-campus facility.
  

  • PEAC 132 Intermediate Yoga (2)

    This course presents the advanced aspects of the philosophy of yoga as well as advanced positions and breathing techniques. Emphasis is also placed on meditation and positive thinking as a means to reduce stress and increase concentration.
    Prerequisite(s): PEAC 102  
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • PEAC 133 Intermediate Horseback Riding (2)

    An introduction to the basics of dressage and jumping for students who have completed beginning horseback riding or have basic skills from previous riding experience. Students will learn an introductory level dressage test and a simple stadium course.
    Prerequisite(s): PEAC 113  or permission of the instructor.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Note: Lab fee required; students will need to provide their own transportation to the off-campus facility.
  

  • PEAC 139 African Dance (2)

    The course focuses on broadening and enhancing the student’s understanding of African Dance in regard to the origin, performing arts techniques, suggested realism and expressionism of the art form. Students will also recognize drum rhythms for each dance and perform each dance.
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring

Physical Education
  

  • PEHD 201 Introduction to Physical Education (3)

    A required introductory course for physical education majors. Content will include a study of history, principles, objectives, philosophy, current trends and issues, and literature related to physical education, health and exercise science.
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
    Cross-listing: EXSC 201  
    Note: PEHD 201 is a prerequisite for all 300-level or above courses for prospective physical education majors.
  

  • PEHD 202 Laboratory Activities in Physical Education (2)

    A course designed to provide the student an exposure to a variety of activities in the areas of outdoor adventure, team sports and individual sports. Acquisition of basic knowledge and skill competencies for the future physical educator is a primary component.
    Course Frequency: Spring
    Note: A fee is required for this class and students are responsible for their own transportation to off-campus meeting and activity sites.
  

  • PEHD 222 Analysis and Conduct of Lifetime Activities (3)

    Designed to teach the teacher candidate how to analyze, conduct and demonstrate lifetime sports activities in a variety of teaching settings. Emphasis will be placed on methods for determining students’ capacities in relation to the various activities and teaching techniques appropriate to facilitate the acquisition of the various skills. Students will be expected to teach and perform skills in micro teaching sessions.
    Co-requisite(s): PEHD 222L  
    Course Frequency: Fall
    Note: Students are responsible for their own transportation to off-campus meeting and activity sites.
  

  • PEHD 222L Skill Development in Lifetime Activities (1)

    This laboratory course will include instruction on the basic skills, rules, strategies, and tactics required for successful performance in a selection of lifetime activities.
    Prerequisite(s): PEHD 222  
    Course Frequency: Fall
  

  • PEHD 223 Analysis and Conduct of Team Sports (3)

    Designed to teach the teacher candidate how to analyze, conduct and demonstrate team sports in a variety of teaching settings. Emphasis will be placed on methods for determining students’ capacities in relation to the various activities and teaching techniques appropriate to facilitate the acquisition of the various skills. Students will be expected to teach and perform skills in micro teaching sessions. Field experience required.
    Co-requisite(s): PEHD 223L  
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • PEHD 223L Skill Development in Team Sports (1)

    This laboratory course will include instruction on the basic skills, rules, strategies, and tactics required for successful performance in a selection of team sports.
    Co-requisite(s): PEHD 223  
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • PEHD 235 Motor Learning and Development (3)

    The course focuses on skill acquisition with primary consideration being given to the cognitive and motor processes underlying the learning of skills across the lifespan. Topics covered include (but are not limited to) motor control, attention, individual differences, practice and knowledge of results, transfer of learning and motivation. Some sections may be restricted to Exercise Science or Physical Education Teacher Education majors only.
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • PEHD 250 Dance and Rhythms (3)

    Designed to instruct the student in the teaching techniques of dance and rhythmic activities. Practical application will be gained through the teaching of mini-lessons in the class.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • PEHD 252 Outdoor Education (3)

    An introductory course designed to provide the student a number of outdoor adventure experiences that are available in the region. Activities vary and may include rock climbing, sea kayaking, whitewater kayaking and camping. Through these experiential opportunities, a number of new skills and interests should be fostered.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Note: Lab fee required; students will need to provide their own transportation to off-campus facilities for some classes.
  

  • PEHD 320 Special Topics in Physical Education (3)

    Studies in topics of current interest designed to supplement offerings in the department or to investigate an additional specific area of physical education.
    Prerequisite(s): PEHD 201  or permission of the instructor.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: For up to 12 credit hours.
  

  • PEHD 342 Techniques and Strategies of Coaching (3)

    This course will investigate a variety of coaching techniques and strategies. It will provide students with a basic understanding of coaching at all levels: youth, elementary, high school, college and professional. This course is designed to assist coaches in developing effective organizational, motivational and teaching strategies to guide successful programs.
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • PEHD 352 Physical Education in Elementary Schools (3)

    The course is designed to teach basic requirements, principles, and concepts for conducting physical education in an elementary school setting. Focus will be on constructing and implementing developmentally appropriate movement and fitness experiences for elementary school learners from diverse backgrounds, with an emphasis on reflective teaching. Field experiences required.
    Prerequisite(s): PEHD 201  and PEHD 222  or PEHD 223  and acceptance into the Teacher Education Licensure Program.
    Course Frequency: Fall
    Note: Students are responsible for their own transportation to off-campus field experience sites.
  

  • PEHD 352L Physical Education Field Experience in the Elementary Grades (1)

    The course is designed to engage candidates in a structured field experience in K-5 public schools. Candidates are required to complete at least 30 hours divided into three phases: 1. Observations, 2. Assistant teaching and 3. Full teaching - where interns are responsible for planning, implementation., and assessment of student performance.
    Co-requisite(s): PEHD 352 .
    Course Frequency: Fall
  

  • PEHD 355 Sport Psychology (3)

    The scientific study of human behavior in the context of participating in sport and how sport performance is affected by the athlete, the team and its leadership, as well as by the physical and interpersonal environment in which these individuals interact.
    Prerequisite(s): PEHD 201  or EXSC 201 ; PSYC 103 ; or permission of the instructor.
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • PEHD 399 Physical Education Tutorial (3)

    Individual instruction given by a tutor in regularly scheduled meetings (usually once a week).
    Prerequisite(s): PEHD 201 , junior standing plus permission of the tutor and the department chair.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: For up to 12 credit hours.
  

  • PEHD 403 Physical Education Internship and Practicum (6)

    Candidates are placed in cooperating hospitals, clinics, fitness centers and recreation departments in areas of interest (cardiac rehabilitation, pre-physical therapy, etc.). The practicum is a laboratory class that requires participation in the daily activities of an assigned agency and in on-campus seminars.
    Prerequisite(s): A senior physical education major with a minimum GPA of 2.600 overall. In addition, an application must be submitted to the health coordinator at least one year before the semester in which the internship would be taken. The applicant must be approved by the PEHD department. A candidate may not take PEHD 403 and HEAL 403 . (Participation in the field experience requires satisfactory completion of 12 credit hours at or above the 300 level in health and/or physical education related courses.)
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • PEHD 431 Tests and Measurements (3)

    The course explores the unique measurement tools used for the assessment of human physical performance. Particular emphasis is placed on the design and use of instruments for assessment in body mechanics, sports skills, fitness and motor skills, as well as in the use and interpretation of standardized tests in the field. The application of statistical analysis procedures essential for the evaluation of such measures is included.
    Prerequisite(s): PEHD 201 , junior standing plus MATH 104  or equivalent; knowledge of microcomputers.
    Course Frequency: Fall
  

  • PEHD 452 Physical Education for Middle/Secondary Schools (3)

    The course is designed to place emphasis on curriculum development and planning for teaching and evaluating movement in middle/secondary school physical education. Focus is on constructing and implementing developmentally appropriate movement and fitness experiences for middle/secondary school learners from various backgrounds. Field experiences required.
    Prerequisite(s): PEHD 201  and PEHD 352 .
    Course Frequency: Spring
    Note: Students are responsible for their own transportation to off-campus field experience sites.
  

  • PEHD 452L Physical Education Field Experience in Middle/Secondary Schools (1)

    This course emphasizes planning for teaching and evaluating movement in middle/secondary school physical education. Focus is on constructing and implementing developmentally appropriate movement and fitness experiences. Candidates must complete 5 hours in a health education class, 15 hours in a Middle school, and 10 hours in the high school environment.
    Co-requisite(s): PEHD 452 .
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • PEHD 457 Adapted Physical Education (3)

    Course designed to prepare candidates to construct and implement an appropriate physical education and recreation curriculum for the learner that is disabled. Field experience required.
    Prerequisite(s): PEHD 352  and PEHD 452  or permission of the instructor.
    Course Frequency: Fall
    Note: Students are responsible for their own transportation to off-campus field experience sites.
  

  • PEHD 457L Field Experience in Adapted Physical Education (1)

    Adapted physical Education course is designed to prepare Teacher Education candidates for the construction and implementation of appropriate physical education (PK-12) curriculum to learners with a disability. This course involves field experience in a public school environment for at least 30 hours.
    Co-requisite(s): PEHD 457 .
    Course Frequency: Fall
  

  • PEHD 458 Organization and Administration in Physical Education (3)

    A course covering the organization, planning, implementation and administration of physical activity and sport programs.
    Prerequisite(s): PEHD 201  or EXSC 201 ; and senior (90 credit hours plus) status. For teacher licensure majors PEHD 352  or PEHD 452  is a prerequisite.
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • PEHD 499 Bachelor’s Essay (6)

    A year-long research and writing project done during the senior year under the close supervision of a tutor from the department. The candidate must take the initiative in seeking a tutor to help in both the design and the supervision of the project. A project proposal must be submitted in writing and approved by the department prior to registration for the course.
    Course Frequency: Occasional

Physics
  

  • PHYS 101 Introductory Physics I (3)

    A general physics course intended for those students who plan to take only one physics sequence. Subjects covered are: mechanics (vectors, linear and rotational motion, equilibrium, and gravitational fields); heat (mechanical and thermal; properties of solids, liquids, and gases); and wave motion. Upon completion of 101 with a grade of B or better and successful completion of MATH 120 , a student may transfer to PHYS 112 . PHYS 101 is not open to students who have passed PHYS 111  or HONS 157 .
    Co-requisite(s) or Prerequisite(s): PHYS 101L .
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
    Note: A working knowledge of algebra and simple trigonometry is assumed.
  

  • PHYS 101L Introductory Physics Laboratory (1)

    A laboratory program to accompany PHYS 101 . Laboratory three hours per week.
    Co-requisite(s) or Prerequisite(s): PHYS 101 .
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • PHYS 102 Introductory Physics II (3)

    A continuation of PHYS 101 . Subjects covered are: electricity (electric fields, AC and DC circuits); magnetism; optics (geometric and physical); and modern physics. PHYS 102 is not open to students who have passed PHYS 112  or HONS 158 .
    Prerequisite(s): PHYS 101  or PHYS 111  or HONS 157 .
    Co-requisite(s) or Prerequisite(s): PHYS 102L .
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • PHYS 102L Introductory Physics Laboratory (1)

    A laboratory program to accompany PHYS 102 . Laboratory three hours per week.
    Co-requisite(s) or Prerequisite(s): PHYS 102 .
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • PHYS 105 Introduction to Meteorology (3)

    Survey of the most important topics in meteorology. Sample topics include cloud formation, violent storms, thunder and lightning, rainbows, rain and snow, climate and forecasting.
    Prerequisite(s): A working knowledge of high school algebra is assumed.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • PHYS 106L Exercises in Weather and Climate (2)

    Exercises for important topics in meteorology, including clouds, forecasting, thunderstorms, tornadoes, hurricanes, and climate change. Concepts will be learned primarily in group-based exercises, supplemented with recorded lecture to provide needed background. Course is intended to be taught in an online format.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • PHYS 111 General Physics I (3)

    Introduction to principles of physics primarily for scientists and engineers. Subjects covered are mechanics (vectors, linear and rotational motion, equilibrium and gravitational fields); heat (mechanical and thermal properties of solids, liquids and gases); and wave motion.
    Co-requisite(s): PHYS 111L .
    Co-requisite(s) or Prerequisite(s): MATH 120  or equivalent or permission of the instructor.
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • PHYS 111L General Physics I Lab (1)

    Introduction to principles of physics primarily for scientists and engineers. Subjects covered are mechanics (vectors, linear and rotational motion, equilibrium and gravitational fields); heat (mechanical and thermal properties of solids, liquids and gases); and wave motion.
    Co-requisite(s): PHYS 111  or permission of instructor
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • PHYS 112 General Physics II (3)

    A continuation of PHYS 111 . Subjects covered are: electricity (electric fields, AC and DC circuits); magnetism; light (geometric and physical optics, spectra); and modern physics (relativity and nuclear physics).
    Prerequisite(s): PHYS 111  or HONS 157 .
    Co-requisite(s): PHYS 112L .
    Co-requisite(s) or Prerequisite(s): MATH 220  or equivalent or permission of the instructor.
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
    Note: Upon completion of PHYS 101  with a grade of B or better and successful completion of MATH 120 , a student may transfer to PHYS 112.
  

  • PHYS 112L General Physics II Lab (1)

    A continuation of PHYS 111 . Subjects covered are: electricity (electric fields, AC and DC circuits); magnetism; light (geometric and physical optics, spectra); and modern physics (relativity and nuclear physics).
    Co-requisite(s): PHYS 112  or permission of instructor
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
 

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