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Physical Education (PED)
Steven DeVries (chair), Julia Moffitt, Ellen Whale
Emphasis is given to preparation for teaching physical education and coaching competitive sports, for a career as a physical fitness and wellness professional, and for specialized graduate studies. Within the major options and electives in the Department, there is ample opportunity for selection of courses to meet the special interests and needs of individual students.
Fitness Concentration: A minimum of nine course
credits in Physical Education, which include PED 111,
237, 308 (1/2), 313, 314 (1/2),
334 (1/2), 362, 380 (two terms), and at least one
course credit selected from 365-369.
Teaching Concentration: INT 201 (Statistical Methods) and a minimum of 10 course credits in Physical Education to include: PED 111,
237, 308 (1/2), 312, 313,
314 (1/2), 318, 327, 334 (1/2), and either 324 or 331. PED
324 is required for students seeking K-6 certification. PED
331 is required for those seeking 7-12 certification. In
addition to the foregoing requirements, prospective teachers must also
apply for admission to the Teacher Education
Program (preferably at the start of their sophomore year) and complete a
second major in either Elementary or
Secondary Education described under
Education. Students who do not complete PED 324 or
331 and the requirements of the Education Program may
complete a major in Physical Education by completing the other course
requirements as specified in this paragraph.
Coaching Endorsement or Authorization: To obtain a Coaching Endorsement the individual must complete a major in either Elementary or Secondary Education and be granted an Iowa Teaching License. The Coaching Authorization is available to those who do not major in Elementary or Secondary Education or who do not hold an Iowa Teaching License. Both the Endorsement and the Authorization qualify an individual to be a head coach or an assistant coach in any sport offered in the Iowa public schools. Students who complete one of the following programs may apply for the Endorsement or the Authorization through the Office of Teacher Education.
101. Lifetime Physical Fitness and
Activities
Instruction in the major components of
fitness, the physiological basis of fitness, evaluation of personal
fitness, and individual fitness programming. Instruction and
participation in lifetime physical activities selected from badminton,
bicycling, bowling, camping and canoeing, golf, hiking, racquetball,
sailing, skiing, tennis, volleyball, and weight training. See Topics Courses.
111. Foundations of Physical Education
Historical and philosophical foundation of physical education. Current
issues in research and literature. Biological, physiological, and
sociological aspects of sport and exercise. WHALE
205. Coaching Endorsement or Authorization
Structure and function of the human body during physical activity. Knowledge and understanding of human growth and development of children in relation to physical activity. Athletic conditioning, theory of coaching interscholastic athletics, professional ethics, and legal responsibility. Combined with PED 237, this course meets the
requirement for an Iowa Coaching Endorsement for Education majors and Coaching Authorization for all other students. DeVRIES
212. Sports and American Society
Exploration of the impact of amateur and professional sports on the
American way of life. Sample topics include women in sports, sports and
the African-American community, sports as big business, and the relationship between sport and education. Readings reflecting a variety of viewpoints about the role of sports in American society will be selected from contemporary literature. (Social Science) DeVRIES
215. Psychology of Sport
Theory and issues related to psychological aspects of competitive sport and exercise contexts. Personality and sport, attentional control, anxiety and performance, motivation and attributions, aggression in sport, team cohesion, and exercise adherence. Intervention strategies for performance enhancement. (Social Science) DeVRIES
237. Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries
Prevention and treatment of athletic injuries, taping experience,
understanding the principles of athletic training, and first aid and
emergency care. DYBVIG
255
through 259. Topics in Physical Education and Athletics
In-depth study of selected topics of current interest in the field of physical education and athletics. Alternate years.
290/390. Individual Project: see Courses 290/390.
308. Kinesiology (1/2)
Scientific basis for movement of the human body. Advanced application of anatomical concepts, including kinematic analysis of human movement and fundamental study of biomechanics. Prerequisite: PED 313. MOFFITT
312. Management of Physical Education and Sports
Physical Education programs in elementary and
secondary schools and in colleges. Topics include required Physical
Education programs; intramural and interschool athletic programs;
facility design and maintenance; legal and ethical aspects of sport; personnel
management; and budget preparation and management.
313. Human Anatomy
Study of the human musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, respiratory, and nervous systems as they relate to physical activity. MOFFITT
314. Exercise Physiology (1/2)
Physiology as it relates to exercise and physical activity. The acute response and chronic adaptations to the muscular, respiratory, metabolic, endocrine, and cardiovascular systems during exercise will be discussed. Prerequisite: PED 313. MOFFITT
318. Techniques of Team, Dual, and Individual Sports
This course will study teaching/learning progressions, analysis of skills, and strategies of selected sports and games. Students will prepare teaching materials appropriate for use in schools and recreational settings. Course emphasis is on development of teaching skills and not personal sports skill development. Prerequisite: sophomore standing.
324. Elementary Physical Education Methods
Methods for teaching physical education to elementary school pupils. Rhythms, low and high organization games,
elementary gymnastics, classroom management, and audiovisual and computer applications.
Emphasis on movement education and curriculum development. Includes fifteen hours of observation-practicum in the schools. Prerequisite: Education major or permission of instructor. Alternate years. WHALE
327. Adaptive Physical Education
Philosophy and applications of physical education for persons with
special needs and disabilities. Emphasis on designing appropriate
programs and activities and teaching methodology. Includes fifteen hours of observation-practicum in the schools. Prerequisite: PED 111.
331. Physical Education Methods for Secondary
Schools
Preparation for the teaching of physical
education activities in the secondary grades. Current trends in
curriculum, planning for lessons, selection of appropriate teaching and
evaluation methods, classroom management, and audiovisual and computer applications. Includes fifteen hours of observation-practicum in the schools. Prerequisite: Secondary Education major or permission of instructor. Alternate years. WHALE
334. Motor Learning (1/2)
Process and factors related to the acquisition and performance of motor
skills. General learning theories applied to motor learning and
performance. Other topics include physical abilities and capabilities,
psychological and mental factors influencing performance, training
procedures, environmental and social factors. DeVRIES
338. Advanced Athletic Training
Advanced care and prevention of athletic injuries. The course deals with
specific physical conditions, disorders, and injuries common to the
athletic setting. Preventative measures, evaluation, treatment, and
rehabilitation of athletic injuries are covered in depth. Prerequisites:
PED 237 and junior standing. DYBVIG
Methods of Coaching Courses
Focus on skill techniques and development, game strategies, practice planning, program direction, and physical and mental conditioning for specific sports.
339. Methods of Coaching Soccer (1/2)
Alternate years.
341. Methods of Coaching Baseball (1/2)
Alternate years. FISHLER
342. Methods of Coaching Basketball (1/2)
Alternate years. DeGEORGE
343. Methods of Coaching Football (1/2)
Alternate years. REASLAND
345. Methods of Coaching Track (1/2)
Alternate years. SPEIDEL
347. Methods of Coaching Volleyball (1/2)
Alternate years. MEEKER
348. Methods of Coaching Wrestling (1/2)
Alternate years. PARIANO
350. Methods of Coaching Softball (1/2)
Alternate years.
352. Sport Marketing, Finance, and Sport Law
Examination of sport marketing practices, and the financial implications
of interscholastic, intercollegiate, and professional sport and
recreation organizations. Budgeting, fundraising, contract law,
licensing, advertising and promotion, ticket pricing and marketing, and
facility construction at each level will be examined. Prerequisite: PED
312. Alternate years.
355
through 359. Advanced Topics in Physical Education and Athletics
In-depth study of selected topics of current interest in the field of physical education and athletics. See Topics Courses. Alternate years.
362. Exercise Testing and Prescription
Professional application of physiological principles related to assessing physical performance and prescribing exercise. Assessment techniques of health-related components of fitness, including pre-exercise screening, body composition, cardiorespiratory fitness, muscular strength, and flexibility. Interpretation of results and prescription of personalized fitness plans. Prerequisites: PED 308, 313, and 314. Alternate years. MOFFITT
365
through 369. Wellness
Seminars
Seminars consisting of readings and research in selected topics relevant to health, fitness, and wellness. Topic combinations may include nutrition, stress management, exercise and aging, cardiovascular disease, and eating disorders. Study in these areas will include reading of related research, physiological implications, and application of fitness/wellness and educational programs. Prerequisites: PED 313 and 314. Alternate years. MOFFITT
380. Internship in Physical Education
Observation of and practical experience in the specialized activities of a fitness and wellness program, an athletic or recreation management business or department, or other professional sport and exercise setting. Students work under the direction and guidance of a practicing professional with supervision by a faculty member. Internships are scheduled for two consecutive terms unless otherwise approved by the faculty supervisor. Prerequisites: junior standing, courses that adequately prepare the student for the internship, and approval of the faculty supervisor. See
Index. Courses 280/380. (CR)
485. Advanced Studies (1/2-1)
An independent project. Prerequisite: permission of instructor.
511. Athletic Training Practicum (1/4)
Provides supervised practical experience in the prevention, evaluation,
treatment, management, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries and
illness. Participation in the administrative aspects of an athletic
training program. Prerequisite: Must be accepted into the Cornell
College Athletic Training Program. Application for admission to the program
includes a written form, interview with the Head Athletic Trainer, and
two letters of reference from Cornell instructors and/or coaches. (CR) SIMMONS
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