Physical and Health Education

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

100 Fitness 
(1 s.h.) Topics include assessment and design of a personal fitness and nutrition plan. Students examine wellness as it pertains to quality of life. Suggested for freshmen and sophomores.

101 Advanced Fitness
(1 s.h.) Extensive fitness testing and morning exercise sessions are part of this course (required for VWIL freshmen). Current health issues will also be addressed.

102 Topics in Principles of Health 
(1 s.h.) This course will cover current content related to specific topics in the Principles of Health. See the current course offerings list for the most up-to date topic offering.

122 Stress Management 
(1 s.h.) Students will be engaged in self-examination of personal stressors. Emphasis will be given to techniques for reduction of stress, as well as the construction of a personal stress management plan.

123 Consumer Health 
(1 s.h.) Provides the student with knowledge and skills to become a wise consumer of health products and services.

137 Outdoor Recreation: Leadership Challenge Program
(.5 s.h.) Experiential activities that encourage individual challenge, team building, communication, and trust. *Prerequisite: VWIL student.

139 Topics in Principles of Dance and Health-Related Fitness
(.5 s.h.) This course will cover current content related to specific topics in the Principles of Dance and Health-Related Fitness. See the current course offerings list for the most up-to-date topic offering.

140 Yoga
(.5 s.h.) Instruction in basic techniques of yoga.

141 Aerobics
(.5 s.h.) Instruction and participation in various types of aerobics.

142 Weight Training
(.5 s.h.) Instruction in basic techniques of weight training.

143 Fitness Walking 
(.5 s.h.) Instruction in basic techniques of fitness walking. May include use of Nordic walking poles.

144A Beginning Ballet 
(.5 s.h.) Instruction in beginning level ballet. Leotard and slippers required. Students must provide own transportation.

144B Intermediate Ballet 
(.5 s.h.) Instruction in intermediate level ballet skills. Leotard and slippers required. Consult the physical education department for fees. Students must provide own transportation. *Prerequisite: one year of ballet instruction after age 10, PHE 144A, or permission of instructor.

144C Advanced Ballet
(.5 s.h.) Instruction in advanced level ballet skills. Leotard and slippers required. Consult the physical education department for fees. Students must provide own transportation. *Prerequisite: three or more years of ballet instruction after age 10, PHE 144B, or permission of instructor.

146 Modern Dance
(.5 s.h.) Instruction in the basic techniques of modern dance.

147 Historical Dance 
(.5 s.h.) Instruction in historical dance movement with emphasis on American and European social dance from the 16th to 20th centuries.

148 Ballroom Dance
(.5 s.h.) Introduction to basic ballroom dance skills including: steps, styling, leading and following for American and Latin ballroom dance forms.

149 Folk Dance 
(.5 s.h.) Instruction and participation in folk dances primarily from European and Middle Eastern countries.

150 Performance Dance Group 
(1 s.h.) Introduction to group dance experiences through rehearsal, performance, dance technique training and technical practice. In fall, the group presents a dance program. In spring, the group presents a historical dance program or a historical ball. The group presents programs and conducts dance workshops for schools and community groups. Course may be repeated for credit. *Prerequisite: permission of instructor.

155 Independent Activity
(.5 s.h.) Activities to suit individual students with special needs or those who wish to do an advanced activity not offered on campus. *Prerequisite: permission of instructor.

167 Outdoor Recreation: VWIL Wilderness
(1 s.h.) Provides knowledge, experience, and skills in outdoor adventures as a part of the VWIL orientation. *Prerequisite: VWIL student.

170 Racquetball 
(.5 s.h.) Instruction in basic skills, rules, and strategies of racquetball for the beginner. Equipment is available.

171 Tennis
(.5 s.h.) Instruction in basic skills, rules, and strategies of tennis for the beginner. Equipment is available.

172 Golf 
(.5 s.h.) Instruction in basic skills and rules of golf for the beginner. Equipment is available.

173 Fencing 
(.5 s.h.) Instruction in basic skills, rules, and strategies of bouting for the beginner. Equipment is available.

174 Self-Defense 
(.5 s.h.) Instruction in basic techniques of self-defense.

175 Karate 
(.5 s.h.) Instruction in basic techniques of karate.

176 Outdoor Recreation 
(.5 s.h.) Provides physical activity through participation in outdoor recreational activities.

177 Colloquium
(credit varies) Review current course offerings list for subject matter.

179 Horseback Riding
(.5 s.h.) Instruction in basic horsemanship and horseback riding necessary to begin the safe and successful sport of riding. Beginning through advanced level lessons offered. Consult the physical education department for fees. Students must provide own transportation.

180 Scuba
(1 s.h.) Instruction in the knowledge and the skills necessary to dive safely and enjoy the aquatic environment. Successful completion earns the student international certification (PADI). Consult the physical education department for fees. Students must provide own transportation.

181 Skiing/Snowboarding
(.5 s.h.) Instruction in basic techniques of skiing/snowboarding. Consult the physical education department for fees. Students must provide own transportation.

182 Ice Skating 
(.5 s.h.) Instruction in basic techniques of ice skating. Consult the physical education department for fees. Students must provide own transportation.

183 Indoor Recreation
(.5 s.h.) Promotes physical activity through the skills and knowledge in indoor recreational activities.

185 Independent Activity
(.5 s.h.) Activities to suit individual students with special needs or those who wish to do an advanced activity not offered on campus. *Prerequisite: permission of instructor.

189 Topics in Principles of Motor Skill and Sport-Related Fitness
(.5 s.h.) Provides content related to specific topics in the Principles of Motor Skill and Sport-Related Fitness. See the current course offerings list for the most up-to-date topic offering.

190 Fall Athletic Sports
(.5 s.h.) Varsity Athletes in soccer, volleyball, and field hockey may enroll.

191 Winter Athletic Sports
(.5 s.h.) Varsity athletes in basketball may enroll.

192 Spring Athletic Sports
(.5 s.h.) Varsity athletes in tennis and softball may enroll.

193 Advanced Fencing
(1 s.h.) Provides skill development in the student’s chosen weapon (foil or épée). Students are expected to compete intercollegiately as a part of the class. *Prerequisite: PHED 173.

221 Emergency Health Care
(2 s.h.) Provides knowledge and practical experience for emergency health care procedures. American Red Cross Certification

251 Exercise Testing and Training
(3 s.h.) This course covers the essentials needed to assess all components of physical fitness and how to design exercise programs for different populations. Basic exercise physiology is covered in the course. Students will learn assessment techniques and how to interpret results to plan effective conditioning programs for those wishing to improve their fitness or to train for sports activities. Cross listed as BIOL 251.