Biomechanical principles are applied to the study of the upper and lower extremities. Appropriate movement terminology and analysis of muscular involvement are applied to various forms of exercise. PE271 Adapted Physical Education 3 credits Course deals with organizing, planning and conducting physical education for the disadvantaged student. Students will learn to understand the broad realm of adaptives and will be able to recognize various handicaps. Fitness and leisure activities will be discussed.
Emphasis is placed on organizing and administering adaptive programs.
Administrative structures and styles of administration will be discussed. Special attention is given to budgets, supplies and equipment, personnel matters, facility management, and program planning. PE280 Field Practicum in Physical Education 1 credit Designed to give prospective majors practical experience in physical education. PE305 Theory of Coaching Baseball 1 credit Theory and techniques of coaching baseball, including philosophy, fundamentals, practice organization, scouting and administrative responsibilities. PE306 Theory of Coaching Basketball 1 credit Theory and techniques of coaching basketball, including philosophy, fundamentals, practice organization, scouting and administrative responsibilities.