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119 Course Descriptions found.
PHED 1 INTRODUCTION TO PHYSICAL EDUCATION AS A PROFESSION4 Units
Formerly: H P 1
Introduction to the general nature of the physical education profession and its related fields of health, recreation and athletics.
Advisory: Not open to students with credit in H P 1.
Four hours lecture.
GE Area: Non-GE Applicable
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PHED 2 SPORT IN SOCIETY4 Units
Formerly: H P 1B
This course looks at current and past sports related cultural and historical issues and practices to study the role of sport in society.
Advisory: Not open to students with credit in H P 1B.
Four hours lecture.
GE Area: Non-GE Applicable
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PHED 3 THEORIES & TECHNIQUES OF COACHING SPORTS4 Units
Formerly: H P 37
Instruction in the theories and techniques of coaching sport and its variables which contribute to team performance and success. This course addresses developing a coaching philosophy, sport psychology, sport pedagogy, sport physiology and sport management.
Advisory: Not open to students with credit in H P 37.
Four hours lecture.
GE Area: Non-GE Applicable
Not currently Scheduled.
 
PHED 4 CONCEPTS OF PHYSICAL FITNESS & WELLNESS4 Units
Formerly: H P 48
Study of physical fitness, training principles, appropriate exercise and health practices with application to lifelong health and exercise habits.
Advisory: Not open to students with credit in H P 48.
Four hours lecture.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
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PHED 5 FUNDAMENTALS OF HATHA YOGA4 Units
Formerly: H P 44H
Fundamentals of Hatha Yoga is an in depth survey and scientific analysis of the techniques and principles of various styles of Hatha Yoga. Ideal for instructors preparing for certification, and students wishing to deepen their personal practice.
Advisory: Not open to students with credit in H P 44H.
Four hours lecture.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
Not currently Scheduled.
 
PHED 8 THEORY & CONCEPTS OF EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY4 Units
Basic concepts and principles of exercise science and how the human body responds to the demands of physical activity. Emphasis on anatomy, physiology, and biomechanics. Includes factors related to maintaining optimal body weight, nutrition, and increasing one's flexibility.
Four hours lecture.
GE Area: Non-GE Applicable
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PHED 9 BASIC NUTRITION FOR SPORTS & FITNESS4 Units
Practical applications of basic nutrition concepts and how food choices affect health and fitness. Includes computer utilization of personal dietary analysis and evaluation. Standard food guides and guidelines to select foods that would maximize individual health are utilized in this course.
Four hours lecture.
GE Area: Non-GE Applicable
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PHED 10A AQUATICS: LEVEL I, BEGINNING SWIMMING1 Unit
Introduction to swimming and safety skills. Includes physical and mental adjustment to water, buoyancy and body position, survival skills, and basic swim strokes.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Three hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
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PHED 10B AQUATICS: LEVEL II, INTERMEDIATE SWIMMING1 Unit
A continuation of development of swim and safety skills beyond the beginning phase. Includes physical and mental adjustment to water, buoyancy and body position, survival skills, and the basic swim strokes.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Three hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
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PHED 10C AQUATICS LEVEL III, MASTERS SWIMMING/ADVANCED SWIM TRAINING1 Unit
Advanced program of swim strokes, competitive turns, and endurance training.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Three hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
Not currently Scheduled.
 
PHED 11A WATER EXERCISE1 Unit
A unique non-impact form of aquatic exercise designed to improve cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength, endurance, and flexibility while wearing a flotation belt to maintain an upright position in deep water.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Three hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
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PHED 11B AQUATIC FITNESS1 Unit
An aerobic water fitness program applying the basic principles of exercise and dynamics of water movement.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Three hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
Not currently Scheduled.
 
PHED 13A INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED WATER POLO1 Unit
Formerly: H P 8A
Intermediate/advanced water polo for competitive play. Includes offensive and defensive drills, strategies, and techniques.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Three hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
Not currently Scheduled.
 
PHED 17A BEGINNING KARATE1 Unit
Formerly: H P 84X
Introduction to beginning skills and techniques of karate. Includes punching, blocking, striking and kicking techniques.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Three hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
Not currently Scheduled.
 
PHED 17B INTERMEDIATE KARATE1 Unit
Formerly: H P 84A
Intermediate karate skills and techniques. Analysis and application of biomechanics, individual and group interaction, and uses of Karate.
Prerequisite: PHED 17A or equivalent.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Three hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
Not currently Scheduled.
 
PHED 19A FUNDAMENTALS OF TAI CHI1 Unit
Formerly: H P 83
Introduction to the internal martial art of Tai Chi. Includes practice and discussion of fundamental Tai Chi exercises and its relationship to mind-body awareness.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Three hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
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PHED 19B KICKBOXING FOR FITNESS1 Unit
Introduction to the basic skills and mechanics of kickboxing for fitness. Total cardiovascular workout emphasizing footwork, body mechanics, punching and kicking combinations and basic offensive and defensive techniques.
Repeatability: May be taken three times for credit.
Three hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
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PHED 19BS KICKBOXING FOR FITNESS.5 Unit
Introduction to the basic skills and mechanics of kickboxing for fitness. Total cardiovascular workout emphasizing footwork, body mechanics, punching and kicking combinations and basic offensive and defensive techniques.
Repeatability: May be taken three times for credit.
One and one-half hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
Not currently Scheduled.
 
PHED 19BT KICKBOXING FOR FITNESS.5 Unit
Introduction to the basic skills and mechanics of kickboxing for fitness. Total cardiovascular workout emphasizing footwork, body mechanics, punching and kicking combinations and basic offensive and defensive techniques.
Repeatability: May be taken three times for credit.
One and one-half hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
Not currently Scheduled.
 
PHED 20A BEGINNING MAT PILATES1 Unit
Traditional Mat Pilates exercises and principles are combined to achieve body control, core strength and joint mobility. Students must provide their own fitness mat.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Three hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
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PHED 20AS BEGINNING MAT PILATES.5 Unit
Traditional Mat Pilates exercises and principles are combined to achieve body control, core strength and joint mobility. Students must provide their own fitness mat.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
One and one-half hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
Not currently Scheduled.
 
PHED 20AT BEGINNING MAT PILATES.5 Unit
Traditional Mat Pilates exercises and principles are combined to achieve body control, core strength and joint mobility. Students must provide their own fitness mat.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
One and one-half hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
Not currently Scheduled.
 
PHED 20B INTERMEDIATE MAT PILATES1 Unit
An intermediate level mat Pilates class focusing on fluid transitions between stretching and strengthening exercises to improve coordination, endurance, posture, flexibility and balance for a more streamlined shape. Students provide their own fitness mat.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Three hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
Not currently Scheduled.
 
PHED 20C STANDING PILATES/YOGA FOR FITNESS1 Unit
A fitness class designed to improve full body strength, stamina, balance and fluid movement utilizing standing Pilates and Yoga exercises. Students must provide their own fitness mat.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Three hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
Not currently Scheduled.
 
PHED 20CS STANDING PILATES/YOGA FOR FITNESS.5 Unit
A fitness class designed to improve full body strength, stamina, balance and fluid movement utilizing standing Pilates and Yoga exercises. Students must provide their own fitness mat.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
One and one-half hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
Not currently Scheduled.
 
PHED 20CT STANDING PILATES/YOGA FOR FITNESS.5 Unit
A fitness class designed to improve full body strength, stamina, balance and fluid movement utilizing standing Pilates and Yoga exercises. Students must provide their own fitness mat.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
One and one-half hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
Not currently Scheduled.
 
PHED 21A BEGINNING HATHA YOGA1 Unit
Introduction to the discipline of yoga. Emphasis on the practice and demonstration of the beginning postures and the usage of yoga for stress management and exercise.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Three hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
Not currently Scheduled.
 
PHED 21AS BEGINNING HATHA YOGA.5 Unit
Introduction to the discipline of yoga. Emphasis on the practice and demonstration of the beginning postures and the usage of yoga for stress management and exercise.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
One and one-half hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
Not currently Scheduled.
 
PHED 21AT BEGINNING HATHA YOGA.5 Unit
Introduction to the discipline of yoga. Emphasis on the practice and demonstration of the beginning postures and the usage of yoga for stress management and exercise.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
One and one-half hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
Not currently Scheduled.
 
PHED 21B INTERMEDIATE HATHA YOGA1 Unit
Intermediate training in Hatha yoga, skills and techniques; independent, group, and personalized training; emphasis on asana practice and pranayama.
Advisory: Some beginning Hatha yoga is recommended.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Three hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
Not currently Scheduled.
 
PHED 21C POWER YOGA1 Unit
Formerly: H P 44P
Power Yoga is a combination of the traditional forms of yoga woven into one powerful all-inclusive practice. Postures are combined into a vigorous, flowing series, linking one movement to the next, building strength, flexibility, and endurance.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Three hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
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PHED 21CS POWER YOGA.5 Unit
Formerly: H P 44P
Power Yoga is a combination of the traditional forms of yoga woven into one powerful all-inclusive practice. Postures are combined into a vigorous, flowing series, linking one movement to the next, building strength, flexibility, and endurance.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
One and one-half hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
Not currently Scheduled.
 
PHED 21CT POWER YOGA.5 Unit
Formerly: H P 44P
Power Yoga is a combination of the traditional forms of yoga woven into one powerful all-inclusive practice. Postures are combined into a vigorous, flowing series, linking one movement to the next, building strength, flexibility, and endurance.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
One and one-half hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
Not currently Scheduled.
 
PHED 21D VINYASA FLOW YOGA1 Unit
Formerly: H P 44V
Vinyasa yoga is a form of traditional hatha yoga that focuses on integrating breath and movement, awareness and alignment, strength, and flexibility. Vinyasa uses six discrete series of sequences of advancing difficulty with repeated closing sections between each sequence. Each variation is linked to the next one by a succession of specific transitional movements. Likened to a dynamic dance, postures or asanas are connected through the breath for a transformative and balancing effect. The Vinyasa practice ranges from slow flowing to fast aerobic, developing strength and endurance.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Three hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
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PHED 21DS VINYASA FLOW YOGA.5 Unit
Formerly: H P 44V
Vinyasa yoga is a form of traditional hatha yoga that focuses on integrating breath and movement, awareness and alignment, strength, and flexibility. Vinyasa uses six discrete series of sequences of advancing difficulty with repeated closing sections between each sequence. Each variation is linked to the next one by a succession of specific transitional movements. Likened to a dynamic dance, postures or asanas are connected through the breath for a transformative and balancing effect. The Vinyasa practice ranges from slow flowing to fast aerobic, developing strength and endurance.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
One and one-half hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
Not currently Scheduled.
 
PHED 21DT VINYASA FLOW YOGA.5 Unit
Formerly: H P 44V
Vinyasa yoga is a form of traditional hatha yoga that focuses on integrating breath and movement, awareness and alignment, strength, and flexibility. Vinyasa uses six discrete series of sequences of advancing difficulty with repeated closing sections between each sequence. Each variation is linked to the next one by a succession of specific transitional movements. Likened to a dynamic dance, postures or asanas are connected through the breath for a transformative and balancing effect. The Vinyasa practice ranges from slow flowing to fast aerobic, developing strength and endurance.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
One and one-half hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
Not currently Scheduled.
 
PHED 22 FULL BODY FLEXIBILITY1 Unit
Increased flexibility enhances physical performance, helps maintain muscle fitness and assists in injury rehabilitation. This course is designed for individuals with a variety of fitness experience levels. Students must provide their own fitness mat.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Three hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
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PHED 22A STRETCHING & PILATES FOR FLEXIBILITY1 Unit
A stretching program emphasizing seated flexibility exercises for the hips, hamstrings and spine. Complimentary abdominal exercises and standing postures will be introduced to develop balance, tone and endurance. Students must provide their own fitness mat.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Three hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
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PHED 22B PILATES & YOGA1 Unit
This class combines basic Pilates mat exercises to strengthen abdominals with full body yoga based stretches for development of improved posture, flexibility, and relaxation. Students must provide their own fitness mat.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Three hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
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PHED 22BS PILATES & YOGA.5 Unit
This class combines basic Pilates mat exercises to strengthen abdominals with full body yoga based stretches for development of improved posture, flexibility, and relaxation. Students must provide their own fitness mat.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
One and one-half hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
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PHED 22BT PILATES & YOGA.5 Unit
This class combines basic Pilates mat exercises to strengthen abdominals with full body yoga based stretches for development of improved posture, flexibility, and relaxation. Students must provide their own fitness mat.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
One and one-half hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
Not currently Scheduled.
 
PHED 22C CORE FLOW STRENGTH1 Unit
Formerly: H P 32F
A combination Pilates and Yoga class designed to improve strength, body control, and coordination. Resistance and stability equipment will be incorporated with abdominal, low back, and full body exercises. Students must provide their own fitness mat.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Three hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
Not currently Scheduled.
 
PHED 23A TRAIL HIKING1 Unit
This course will provide students the opportunity to exercise in the great outdoors to gain and improve cardiovascular fitness, muscular strength and endurance through hiking at a fitness pace on the trail.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Three hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
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PHED 23AS TRAIL HIKING.5 Unit
This course will provide students the opportunity to exercise in the great outdoors to gain and improve cardiovascular fitness, muscular strength and endurance through hiking at a fitness pace on the trail.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
One and one-half hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
Not currently Scheduled.
 
PHED 23AT TRAIL HIKING.5 Unit
This course will provide students the opportunity to exercise in the great outdoors to gain and improve cardiovascular fitness, muscular strength and endurance through hiking at a fitness pace on the trail.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
One and one-half hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
Not currently Scheduled.
 
PHED 23B DAY HIKING1 Unit
A hiking class designed to prepare healthy, fit individuals for a final 8-12 mile hike on established trails over moderate to steep terrain.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Three hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
Not currently Scheduled.
 
PHED 23C MULTI-DAY HIKING2 Units
Emphasis on preparing fit individuals for a final two-day hike of up to 10-miles each day over moderate to steep terrain. Basic outdoor skills such as fitness development, risk management, trip planning and minimum impact will be identified. (Transportation, equipment and any park fees are provided by the student.)
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Six hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
Not currently Scheduled.
 
PHED 24 INTRODUCTION TO GOLF1 Unit
This course teaches the fundamentals of the golf swing, knowledge of equipment, terminology and course etiquette.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Three hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
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PHED 24A SKILL DEVELOPMENT FOR THE EXPERIENCED GOLFER1 Unit
Development of golf skills for the intermediate player including grip, posture and swing fundamentals, selection of equipment, rule interpretations, etiquette and course management.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Three hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
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PHED 24B SKILLS OF GOLF COURSE PLAY2 Units
Formerly: H P 25DX
Students will play an 18 hole golf course and utilize the knowledge and skills developed in beginning and intermediate golf classes.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Six hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
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PHED 24S INTRODUCTION TO GOLF.5 Unit
This course teaches the fundamentals of the golf swing, knowledge of equipment, terminology and course etiquette.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
One and one half hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
Not currently Scheduled.
 
PHED 24T INTRODUCTION TO GOLF.5 Unit
This course teaches the fundamentals of the golf swing, knowledge of equipment, terminology and course etiquette.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
One and one half hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
Not currently Scheduled.
 
PHED 25A SWING ANALYSIS1 Unit
Using the Swing Solutions video technology, the student will identify and correct individual golf swing flaws and design drills to develop skills to improve golf strokes.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Three hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
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PHED 26 BEGINNING TENNIS SKILLS1 Unit
Introduction to beginning tennis play including basic strokes, drills, rules and etiquette.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Three hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
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PHED 26A INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED TENNIS1 Unit
Intermediate/advanced tennis for competitive play includes covering drills, advanced strategies, techniques and rules.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Three hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
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PHED 27 WALK FOR HEALTH1 Unit
Formerly: H P 16
Introduction to fitness walking. Includes basic principles of exercise and how they relate to fitness walking.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Three hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
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PHED 27A RUN FOR FITNESS1 Unit
Formerly: H P 61
The student will gain an appreciation for all phases of running, improve cardiovascular fitness, increase flexibility, develop endurance, and gain an understanding of the physiologic responses of the body to running.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Three hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
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PHED 27AS RUN FOR FITNESS.5 Unit
Formerly: H P 61
The student will gain an appreciation for all phases of running, improve cardiovascular fitness, increase flexibility, develop endurance, and gain an understanding of the physiologic responses of the body to running.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
One and one-half hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
Not currently Scheduled.
 
PHED 27S WALK FOR HEALTH.5 Unit
Formerly: H P 16
Introduction to fitness walking. Includes basic principles of exercise and how they relate to fitness walking.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
One and one-half hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
Not currently Scheduled.
 
PHED 28 SLOW PITCH SOFTBALL1 Unit
Formerly: H P 28
Coeducational softball games with instruction in throwing, fielding and hitting.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Three hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
Not currently Scheduled.
 
PHED 29 FUTSAL-INDOOR SOCCER1 Unit
Indoor soccer class developing basic skills including passing, shooting, dribbling and heading. Includes game strategy, tactics, and laws of the game.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Three hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
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PHED 29A TOURNAMENT SOCCER1 Unit
Formerly: H P 129
Participation in tournament soccer competition at an intermediate and advanced level of play.
Advisory: Previous intercollegiate or club soccer play.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Three hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
Not currently Scheduled.
 
PHED 30 WINTER SPORTS CONDITIONING1 Unit
Course designed to develop physical conditioning level for safe and pleasurable winter sports activity. Exercise will be geared toward developing flexibility, strength and aerobic endurance.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Four hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
Not currently Scheduled.
 
PHED 34A INTERCOLLEGIATE SOCCER (WOMEN)3 Units
Formerly: H P 35B
Competitive intercollegiate soccer working toward personal development, athletic scholarship, and career opportunities.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Fourteen and one-half hours lecture-laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
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PHED 34B INTERCOLLEGIATE VOLLEYBALL (WOMEN)3 Units
Formerly: H P 35C
Competitive intercollegiate volleyball working toward personal development, athletic scholarship, and career opportunities.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Fourteen and one-half hours lecture-laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
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PHED 34C INTERCOLLEGIATE BASKETBALL (WOMEN)3 Units
Formerly: H P 35D
Competitive intercollegiate women's basketball working toward personal development, athletic scholarship, and career opportunities.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Fourteen and one-half hours lecture-laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
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PHED 34D INTERCOLLEGIATE TENNIS (WOMEN)3 Units
Formerly: H P 35E
Competitive intercollegiate tennis working toward personal development, athletic scholarship, and career opportunities.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Fourteen and one-half hour lecture-laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
Not currently Scheduled.
 
PHED 34E INTERCOLLEGIATE SOFTBALL (WOMEN)3 Units
Formerly: H P 35F
Competitive intercollegiate softball for experienced female athletes.
Advisory: Previous high school, club or collegiate softball playing experience is preferred.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Fourteen and one-half hours lecture-laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
Not currently Scheduled.
 
PHED 34F INTERCOLLEGIATE GOLF (WOMEN)3 Units
Formerly: H P 35G
Intercollegiate development of athletic skills, physical and mental conditioning for competitive play in golf.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Fifteen hours lecture-laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
Not currently Scheduled.
 
PHED 34G INTERCOLLEGIATE DANCE PERFORMANCE3 Units
Formerly: H P 40P
Supervised participation in scheduled productions of the dance department, in cast or crew. A laboratory course for the resident and touring company of the college, including instruction on the how to of a full-scale theatrical production for public performance.
Advisory: Not open to students with credit in DANC 11.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Fifteen hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
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PHED 34H PRE-SEASON CONDITIONING2 Units
Formerly: H P 35K
A continuation in the development of athletic skills, physical and mental conditioning which is required to be successful in intercollegiate athletics.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Six hours lecture-laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
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PHED 35A INTERCOLLEGIATE SOCCER (MEN)3 Units
Formerly: H P 40B
Competitive intercollegiate soccer working toward personal development, athletic scholarship and career opportunities.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Fourteen and one-half hours lecture-laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
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PHED 35B INTERCOLLEGIATE FOOTBALL (MEN)3 Units
Formerly: H P 40C
Competitive intercollegiate football working toward personal development, athletic scholarship and career opportunities.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Fourteen and one-half hours lecture-laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
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PHED 35C INTERCOLLEGIATE BASKETBALL (MEN)3 Units
Formerly: H P 40D
Competitive intercollegiate basketball working toward personal development, athletic scholarship and career opportunities.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Fourteen and one-half hours lecture-laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
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PHED 35D INTERCOLLEGIATE TENNIS (MEN)3 Units
Formerly: H P 40E
Competitive intercollegiate tennis working toward personal development,athletic scholarship, and career opportunities.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Fourteen and one-half hours lecture-laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
Not currently Scheduled.
 
PHED 35E INTERCOLLEGIATE GOLF (MEN)3 Units
Formerly: H P 40G
Competitive intercollegiate golf working toward skill development, athletic scholarship and career opportunities.
Repeatability: May be taken four times for credit.
Fourteen and one-half hours lecture-laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
Not currently Scheduled.
 
PHED 35F INTERCOLLEGIATE SWIMMING (MEN & WOMEN)3 Units
Formerly: H P 40H
Competitive intercollegiate swimming program for student athletes working on skill development, athletic scholarship and career opportunities.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Fourteen and one-half hours lecture-laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
Not currently Scheduled.
 
PHED 35G INTERCOLLEGIATE WATER POLO3 Units
Formerly: H P 40K
Competitive intercollegiate water polo working toward personal development, athletic scholarship and career opportunities.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Fourteen and one-half hours lecture-laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
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PHED 36 INDOOR ARCHERY1 Unit
Formerly: H P 23A
Introduction to the sport of archery. Emphasis will be placed on instinctive shooting, scoring, terminology, safety and etiquette.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Three hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
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PHED 37 BADMINTON: SINGLES & DOUBLES1 Unit
Strategy and competition for both singles and doubles in badminton play.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Three hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
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PHED 38A BASKETBALL FUNDAMENTALS1 Unit
An introduction to the fundamental skills and strategies of the team sport of basketball. Skill work drills and full-court tournament play.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Three hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
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PHED 38AS BASKETBALL FUNDAMENTALS.5 Unit
An introduction to the fundamental skills and strategies of the team sport of basketball. Skill work drills and full-court tournament play.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
One and one-half hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
Not currently Scheduled.
 
PHED 38B BASKETBALL GAME SKILLS1 Unit
Tournament play plus an individual emphasis on intermediate skill development and the techniques of team play.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Three hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
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PHED 39 INDOOR SOCCER1 Unit
Formerly: H P 29A
Introduction in the fundamental skills and strategies for indoor soccer. Includes rules and an opportunity for active participation in game situations.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Three hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
Not currently Scheduled.
 
PHED 40 BEGINNING VOLLEYBALL1 Unit
Formerly: H P 30
Introduction to the game of volleyball. Includes basic skills, strategy, and team play.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Three hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
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PHED 41 INDOOR CYCLING-SPIN1 Unit
Formerly: H P 46B
An indoor cycling program to enhance cardiovascular fitness and improve cycling techniques. Emphasis will be on improving endurance through non-impact activity.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Three hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
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PHED 41S INDOOR CYCLING-SPIN.5 Unit
Formerly: H P 46B
An indoor cycling program to enhance cardiovascular fitness and improve cycling techniques. Emphasis will be on improving endurance through non-impact activity.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
one and one-half hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
Not currently Scheduled.
 
PHED 41T INDOOR CYCLING-SPIN.5 Unit
Formerly: H P 46B
An indoor cycling program to enhance cardiovascular fitness and improve cycling techniques. Emphasis will be on improving endurance through non-impact activity.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
One and one-half hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
Not currently Scheduled.
 
PHED 42 BOWLING FOR FITNESS1 Unit
A comprehensive study of the physical skills and practice for lifetime enjoyment of bowling.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Three hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
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PHED 45 FITNESS FOR LIFE1 Unit
The course is designed to increase muscle strength, endurance and cardiovascular fitness through self paced program of use on cardio, strength and fitness machines.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Three hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
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PHED 45X HEALTH & FITNESS ACTIVITIES2 Units
Introduces students to a variety of fitness activities used to develop flexibility, strength and cardiovascular conditioning.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Six hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
Not currently Scheduled.
 
PHED 46 WEIGHT LIFTING FOR HEALTH & FITNESS1 Unit
This course will provide training and instruction on the use of weights for lifetime fitness and health.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Three hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
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PHED 46A CORE FLOW STRENGTH TRAINING1 Unit
A total body conditioning class that emphasizes intense free weight exercises set to music and incorporates core conditioning. Featured equipment includes dumbbells, body bar, resistance bands, body weight and balls. Students must provide their own fitness mat.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Three hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
Not currently Scheduled.
 
PHED 47B THIGHS, ABS & GLUTEUS (TAG)1 Unit
Formerly: H P 32G
This course is designed to strengthen thigh, abdominal and gluteus muscles in an intensive, fun and highly energized workout.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Three hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
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PHED 47BS THIGHS, ABS & GLUTEUS (TAG).5 Unit
Formerly: H P 32G
This course is designed to strengthen thigh, abdominal and gluteus muscles in an intensive, fun and highly energized workout.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
One and one-half hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
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PHED 47BT THIGHS, ABS & GLUTEUS (TAG).5 Unit
Formerly: H P 32G
This course is designed to strengthen thigh, abdominal and gluteus muscles in an intensive, fun and highly energized workout.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
One and one-half hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
Not currently Scheduled.
 
PHED 47C CARDIO STRENGTH & SCULPT1 Unit
Formerly: H P 14F
Resistance exercises combined with an aerobic activity. Students must provide their own fitness mat.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Three hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
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PHED 47CS CARDIO STRENGTH & SCULPT.5 Unit
Formerly: H P 14F
Resistance exercises combined with an aerobic activity. Students must provide their own fitness mat.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
One and one-half hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
Not currently Scheduled.
 
PHED 47CT CARDIO STRENGTH & SCULPT.5 Unit
Formerly: H P 14F
Resistance exercises combined with an aerobic activity. Students must provide their own fitness mat.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
One and one-half hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
Not currently Scheduled.
 
PHED 49A SURVIVOR TRAINING1 Unit
Formerly: H P 16D
Designed for average group exercise participant, the class uses sports fitness drills and functional training to develop footwork, anaerobic and aerobic conditioning, muscular strength and power.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Three hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
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PHED 49B BOOT CAMP TRAINING3 Units
Formerly: H P 3C
This course is designed for students who want an annual program in which group training uses functional fitness activities to develop core strength, cardiovascular conditioning and muscle strength and power.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Three hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
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PHED 50B FITNESS ASSESSMENT1 Unit
Physical fitness assessment techniques employing an exercise testing lab. Individual physical profiles will be developed along with nutritional and training recomendations.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Three hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
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PHED 50C NUTRITIONAL ASSESSMENT & FITNESS1 Unit
A study of nutritional concepts, body fat assessment and work-out programs for lifetime fitness
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Three hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
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PHED 52 YEARLONG GOLF3 Units
Development of golf skills and play for both the beginning and intermediate golfer. This class is continued for three academic quarters, fall, winter and spring.
Repeatability: May be taken a maximum of six times for credit.
Three hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
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PHED 53 HEALTH & FITNESS ACTIVITIES3 Units
Year long course designed to develop and increase health and fitness using cardio, strength and flexibility training.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Nine hours laboratory.
GE Area: Lifelong Understanding
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PHED 60 SPECIAL PROJECTS IN PHYSICAL EDUCATION2 Units
Formerly: H P 60
Individual development of special projects, materials and activities related to physical education and athletics.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Six hours lecture-laboratory.
GE Area: Non-GE Applicable
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PHED 62A CLINICAL EXPERIENCES IN SPORTS MEDICINE I3 Units
Formerly: H P 52A
Hands-on experience in athletic emergency care, athletic injury prevention, therapeutic treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries in the on-campus Athletic Treatment Center. Observation of orthopedic surgical procedures with the permission of the team physician is available.
Prerequisites: Completion of, or concurrent enrollment in PHED 67 series or equivalent or instructor authorization.
Repeatability: May be taken three times for credit.
Nine hours laboratory
GE Area: Non-GE Applicable
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PHED 62B CLINICAL EXPERIENCES IN SPORTS MEDICINE II3 Units
Formerly: H P 52A
Hands-on experience in athletic emergency care, athletic injury prevention, therapeutic treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries in the on-campus Athletic Treatment Center. Observation of orthopedic surgical procedures with the permission of the team physician is available.
Prerequisites: Completion of, or concurrent enrollment in PHED 67 series or equivalent or instructor authorization.
Repeatability: May be taken three times for credit.
Nine hours laboratory.
GE Area: Non-GE Applicable
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PHED 62C CLINICAL EXPERIENCES IN SPORTS MEDICINE III3 Units
Formerly: H P 52B
Hands-on experience in emergency care, injury prevention, treatment and rehabilitation of athletic injuries in the on-campus Athletic Treatment Center. Off-campus athletic training facilities and outpatient physical therapy clinics may also be utilized for the internship. Observation of orthopedic surgical procedures with the permission of the team physician is available.
Prerequisites: Completion of PHED 62A and 62B; completion of, or concurrent enrollment in PHED 67 series or equivalent or instructor authorization.
Repeatability: May be taken three times for credit.
Nine hours laboratory.
GE Area: Non-GE Applicable
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PHED 62D CLINICAL EXPERIENCES IN SPORTS MEDICINE IV3 Units
Formerly: H P 52B
Hands-on experience in emergency care, injury prevention, treatment and rehabilitation of athletic injuries in the on-campus Athletic Treatment Center. Off-campus athletic training facilities and outpatient physical therapy clinics may be utilized for the internship. Observation of orthopedic surgical procedures with the permission of the team physician is available.
Prerequisites: Completion of PHED 62A, 62B and 62C; completion of, or concurrent enrollment in PHED 67 series or equivalent or instructor authorization.
Repeatability: May be taken three times for credit.
Nine hours laboratory.
GE Area: Non-GE Applicable
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PHED 62E CLINICAL EXPERIENCES IN SPORTS MEDICINE V3 Units
Formerly: H P 52C
Advanced experience in athletic emergency care, athletic injury prevention, therapeutic treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries. Observation of orthopedic surgeries, assisting in physical therapy clinics or other related allied health settings compliment the on-campus Athletic Treatment Center.
Prerequisites: Completion of PHED 62A, 62B, 62C and 62D; completion of, or concurrent enrollment in PHED 67 series or equivalent or instructor authorization.
Repeatability: May be taken three times for credit.
Nine hours laboratory.
GE Area: Non-GE Applicable
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PHED 65A PNF:INTRODUCTION TO THE UPPER EXTREMITY3 Units
Formerly: H P 52F
Theory and hands on practice emphasizing the upper extremity: stretching, strengthening, stabilization and active/passive range of motion including goniometric measurements. Students must have reliable and ongoing Internet access to complete Quizzes, Discussions and Assignments.
Two hours lecture, one hour laboratory, one hour online.
GE Area: Non-GE Applicable
Not currently Scheduled.
 
PHED 65B PNF: INTRODUCTION TO THE LOWER EXTREMITY3 Units
Formerly: H P 52G
Theory and hands on practice emphasizing lower extremity stretching, strengthening, stabilization and active range of motion including goniometric measurement. Students must have reliable and ongoing Internet access to complete Quizzes, Discussions and Assignments.
Two hours lecture, one hour laboratory, one hour online.
GE Area: Non-GE Applicable
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PHED 66 FIRST AID & CPR/AED2 Units
Formerly: H P 51C
This course is designed to provide the layperson with the knowledge and skills to respond to an emergency. The course will provide certification opportunity in First Aid and CPR/AED as well as Professional Rescuer.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
One hour lecture, three hours laboratory.
GE Area: Non-GE Applicable
Not currently Scheduled.
 
PHED 67A PREVENTION OF ATHLETIC INJURIES3 Units
Formerly: H P 67A
Athletic injury prevention is emphasized through pre-participation physical exams, exercise programs, preventative taping, proper fitting of equipment, and protective braces. Students must have reliable and ongoing Internet Access to complete Quizzes, Discussions and Assignments.
Advisory: Not open to students with credit in H P 67A.
Two hours lecture, one hour laboratory, one hour online.
GE Area: Non-GE Applicable
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PHED 67B EMERGENCY ATHLETIC INJURY CARE3 Units
Formerly: H P 67B
American Red Cross Standard First Aid/CPR certificates are available upon completion of the course. Lecture and laboratory are devoted to basic injury recognition and emergency response of acute trauma. Practical hands-on skills are emphasized in laboratories. Students must have reliable and ongoing Internet access to complete Quizzes, Discussions and Assignments.
Advisory: Not open to students with credit in H P 67B.
Two hours lecture, one hour laboratory, one hour online.
GE Area: Non-GE Applicable
Not currently Scheduled.
 
PHED 67C TREATMENT & REHABILITATION OF ATHLETIC INJURIES3 Units
Formerly: H P 67C
Follow-up injury treatment, phases of tissue healing, and stages of rehabilitation including therapeutic modalities. Students must have reliable and ongoing Internet Access to complete Quizzes, Discussions and Assignments.
Two hours lecture, one hour laboratory, one hour online.
GE Area: Non-GE Applicable
Not currently Scheduled.
 
PHED 73 INTERNSHIP FOR PERSONAL TRAINING2 Units
Internship program designed to provide personal fitness trainers with the practical hands-on skills to gain valuable experience with the students at Fitness Centers. Includes conducting assessments of fitness, prescribing appropriate physical exercises, and safely instructing students in the step-by-step procedures of how to execute strength, cardiovascular, and flexibility exercises.
Repeatability: May be taken twice for credit.
Six hours laboratory.
GE Area: Non-GE Applicable
Not currently Scheduled.
 
PHED 601 SPORTS TECHNIQUES & CONDITIONING2 Units
This course is designed to teach and practice sport specific techniques and conditioning including drills, weight and flexibility training, and cardio-respiratory development.
Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit.
Six hours laboratory.
GE Area: Non-GE Applicable
Not currently Scheduled.
 

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