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PE001-002 Non-Major Physical Education Activity Courses (.5-1 credit each)
Instruction in various areas such as weight training, badminton, archery, volleyball, basketball, softball, tennis, and games classes. Credit is also given for participation in any varsity sport, not to exceed two credit hours.

PE110 Foundation of Movement (3 credits)
A study of the development of man, education, and man and movement. Emphasis is given to the philosophical and historical foundations of education, as well as to the current and future trends in physical education.

PE200-219 Skills Classes; Movement Arts Majors only (1 semester hour each)
Concentration on teaching the development of fundamental skills, teaching techniques and progressions. Classes provide an in-depth study of fundamental strategy and systems of play. Members of a varsity team may be granted a credit in the junior year by permission of the instructor.

PE220 Principles of Motor Learning (3 credits)
Introduction to the principles and theories of learning and their application to the performance of motor skills, including an introduction to and practice in the method of movement education.
Prerequisites: BI203, BI204, PE110

PE221 Measurement and Evaluation in Physical Education (3 credits)
A presentation of various measurement techniques utilized in the evaluation of Human Movement. Particular emphasis will be placed on statistical interpretation, including measures of central tendency and measures of variance.

PE222 First Aid and CPR (1/2 credit for non-majors; 1 for credit majors)
Opportunity to become Red Cross Certified in (1) First Aid care and prevention of school related injuries, and (2) CPR for babies, children and adults. Classroom experience occurs in a modified lecture format, supplemented by audiovisual teaching methods. Students’ assessment is based on written examinations and skill performance.

PE252 Personal Health and Wellness (3 credits)
An introduction to concepts and application of lifetime personal health and wellness. Topics include components of cardiovascular disease and risk factors, nutrition, weight management, relaxation techniques, sexually transmitted diseases, and substance abuse. The course includes practical application of certain topics through activities and portfolio assessment. The focus is upon individualization of activities so as to address particular needs and circumstances.

PE254 Introduction to Sports Medicine (3 credits)
Designed to introduce the student to the profession of Athletic Training and to define the roles and responsibilities of the athletic trainer as a health care provider. Particular emphasis is placed upon the prevention of injuries to athletes by focusing on conditioning, equipment fitting, preseason screening, and environmental risk factors. This course will familiarize the student with common mechanisms of injury, as well as help in the development of appropriate first aid and emergency care techniques for acute athletic injuries.
Laboratory: Weekly sessions of clinical experience required for development of skills.
Prerequisite: BI101 or BI103

PE311 Curriculum and Methods of (Pre-K-8) Physical Education (3 credits)
Survey of the organization and conduct of physical education, primarily for elementary school.
Consideration is given to games, relays, story play, gymnastics, rhythms, and other suitable activities. This course includes participation and demonstration of physical education activities; curriculum planning; selection of materials; and teaching techniques, including multicultural needs. Pre-practicum includes substantial field-based training with video analysis of teaching.
Prerequisites: PE110, PE220, PE221

PE312 Curriculum and Methods of (5-12) Physical Education (3 credits)
Innovation in program planning and teaching procedures. Emphasis is on developing curriculum for a multicultural society. Lesson planning and evaluation is included. Prepracticum includes substantial field-based training with video analysis of teaching.
Prerequisites: PE110, PE220, PE221

PE316 Kinesiology (3 credits)
Study of human movement from the point of view of the physical sciences, founded in the mechanics of anatomy and physiology.
Prerequisites: BI203, BI204

PE317 Physiology of Exercise (3 credits)
Description and explanation of the acute and chronic physiological responses that accompany single and repeated bouts of physical exercise.
Prerequisites: BI203, BI204, PE316

PE318 Movement for the Exceptional Student (3 credits)
Consideration is given to the characteristics and development of children with special needs. Students will develop competencies to diagnose and address the physical and psychological special needs of children. Emphasis will be given to special needs legislation. A practical approach to teaching special needs within a multicultural setting will be discussed.
Prerequisites: BI203, BI204

PE350 Psychology of Coaching (3 credits)
The application of psychological principles to the understanding and coaching of sport. Emphasis given to the emotional and attitudinal aspects of athletic performance and their impact on the performer.
Offered in alternate years

PE351-2 Field Work–Coaching/Officiating a Sport (3 credits)

PE353 Sociology of Sport (3 credits)
This course acquaints students with the parameters that influence sport. A number of issues will be raised regarding the nature and value of sports in our society. Topics covered include violence in sports, sports and the media, the black athlete, women in sports, and the influence of behavior issues.

PE367 Leisure Activity for the Special Population (3 credits)
Study of physical activity for the special population, including gerontology. This course is designed to acquaint students with the needs of the handicapped and the elderly. Consideration is given to appropriate games, rhythms and sports. Includes hands-on experience.

PE440 Organization and Administration Principles (3 credits)
A study of the aims and objectives of Movement Arts as it relates to those of general education. This course focuses on the principles dealing with finance, facilities, management and design, scheduling and purchasing. It stresses legal issues and personnel management.

PE445 Internship in Sports Management (6 credit minimum; 1 credit for
each additional 30 contact hours)
This experience, for a minimum of 200 hours, is designed to provide the student with a unique experience in a sport environment of his or her interest. The student will be assigned to an agency that will allow the student experience in program planning, management instruction or marketing.
Prerequisites: Senior standing and approval of advisor

PE498 Practicum in Sports Management (3 credits)
This is a hands-on 100-hour minimum experiential learning opportunity that includes working under direct supervision as an administrative assistant with a sport or fitness program, assisting in Lahue Center or working in ENC athletics.
Prerequisite: Approval of advisor and department chair

PE499e Practicum: Grades Pre-K-8 (3 credits)
Observing, assisting and teaching physical education within an elementary school setting under the direction of a cooperating practitioner and supervised by a college supervisor. This practicum is required of all elementary physical education majors. The classroom will include regular students as well as special needs students.
Prerequisites: In addition to the Movement Arts major, PE221, PE311, PE312, ED243, ED310, ED311, PS240, IN299, a cumulative GPA of 2.5, and approval of Teacher Education faculty

PE499s Practicum: Grades 5-12 (3 credits)
Observing, assisting and teaching physical education within a secondary school setting under the direction of a cooperating practitioner and supervised by a college supervisor. This practicum is required of all secondary physical education majors. The classroom will include regular students as well as special needs students.
Prerequisites: In addition to the Movement Arts major, PE221, PE311, PE312, ED310, ED243, ED311, PS240, IN299, a cumulative GPA of 2.5, and approval of Teacher Education faculty

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The Movement Arts Department
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Quincy, Massachusetts 02170