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Major

Physical Education

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Department
Sport Studies

The Physical Education major offers general study in the field and specific preparation for a career in teaching.

Required Courses

Course Code
Title
Hours
SSD 180
Physical Wellness Dynamics
2
SSD 190
Safety and First Aid
2
SSD 260
Athletic Training
2
SSD 292
Methods of Outdoor Recreation
2
SSD 300
Personal and Community Health
3
2
1 Coaching Course
Total Credits 2
Course Code
Title
Hours
SSD 310
Theory and Practice of Football
2
SSD 311
Theory and Practice of Baseball
2
SSD 312
Theory and Practice of Basketball
2
SSD 313
Theory and Practice of Track and Field
2
SSD 314
Theory and Practice of Softball
2
SSD 315
Theory and Practice of Volleyball
2
SSD 320
Methods of Teaching Physical Education
3
SSD 325
Teaching School Health
2
SSD 330
Motor Learning and Kinesiology
3
SSD 335
History and Philosophy of P.E. and Sport
3
SSD 340
Adapted Physical Education
2
SSD 350
Measurement in Physical Education
2
SSD 370
Sport Psychology
3
SSD 410
Organization & Administration
3
SSD 454
Sport Law and Ethics
3
BIO 308
Human Anatomy and Physiology I
4
Sub-Total Hours
41

Recommended Additional Courses

Course Code
Title
Hours
SSD 200
Water Safety Instructor
2
SSD 305
Nutrition
3
SSD 430
Biomechanics and Advanced Kinesiology
3
SSD 470
Advanced Sport Psychology
3
SSD 490
Exercise Physiology
4
Total Credits
41
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