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Mission

The mission of the Physical Education and Health Education teaching program at the University of Southern Indiana is to provide high quality educational opportunities for future teachers which are based on research-based pedagogy, hands-on learning, valuing healthy lifestyles, advocacy, and promoting professional development.


Physical Education Minor - Teacher Certification - 24 Hours

Minor Check Sheet

KIN 282 - CPR and Sports Injury Prevention Credits: 2

Course includes sports injury prevention, first aid and CPR training. Skill training provided for certification in First Aid, Adult, Infant, and Child CPR/AED. This course is part of the Core Transfer Library (CTL). Indiana Statewide Common Course #: IHP 1401.Term(s) Offered (F=Fall, Sp=Spring, Su=Summer): Sp, Su, F.

KIN 291 - Motor Behavior Credits: 2

A study of the motor development of children through adolescence, their motor learning capabilities, and the factors which influence skill acquisition, retention, and transfer. Term(s) Offered (F=Fall, Sp=Spring, Su=Summer): Sp, Su.

PET 392 - Adapted Physical Education Credits: 3

A study of dysfunctions and characteristics of people with atypical performances. Basic concepts and techniques of modifying physical activity for people with special needs. Prerequisite(s): Sophomore Standing Term(s) Offered (F=Fall, Sp=Spring, Su=Summer): F.

PET 395 - Curriculum Construction in Physical Education Credits: 3

Planning programs, units, and lessons in physical education to achieve long- and short-term curriculum goals. Prerequisite(s): Sophomore Standing; pass PRAXIS I Note: student must provide evidence of passing PRAXIS I. Term(s) Offered (F=Fall, Sp=Spring, Su=Summer): F.

PET 293 - Teaching Developmental Activities Credits: 4 or

Course provides students with the basic information related to teaching Pre-K to 6th grade physical education. Students will participate in eight weeks of field experience in an elementary physical education setting. Students will develop lessons that are safe and developmentally appropriate while ensuring maximum participation by all students with and without disabilities and using resources effectively. Term(s) Offered (F=Fall, Sp=Spring, Su=Summer): F.

PET 396 - Teaching Secondary Physical Education Credits: 4

Provide students with the basic information related to teaching middle/secondary school physical education. Students will participate in developmental field experiences in a middle and/or secondary school setting. Students will develop complete lessons that are sare, developmentally appropriate while ensuring maximum participation by all students and using resources effectively. Prerequisite(s): PET 395 Term(s) Offered (F=Fall, Sp=Spring, Su=Summer): Sp.

PET 371 - Applied Biomechanics and Exercise Physiology Credits: 3 or

This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive introduction to the physiological responses and adaptions to physical activity and exercise training in school age children. In addition, it will examine human movement and physical activity from anatomic, kinematic, and kinetic perspectives. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 121 and BIOL 122. Physical Education major Term(s) Offered (F=Fall, Sp=Spring, Su=Summer): F.

PET 371 - Applied Biomechanics and Exercise Physiology Credits: 3 or

This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive introduction to the acute and chronic physiological responses and adaptations to physical activity and exercise training, as well as the effects of various factors and conditions on physical performance. Physiological principles are introduced pertaining to appropriate training programs for maximizing physical performance and lifetime physical fitness and wellness. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 121 and BIOL 122. Term(s) Offered (F=Fall, Sp=Spring, Su=Summer): Sp, F, Su.

EXSC 397 - Physiology of Exercise Credits: 4

This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive introduction to the acute and chronic physiological responses and adaptations to physical activity and exercise training, as well as the effects of various factors and conditions on physical performance. Physiological principles are introduced pertaining to appropriate training programs for maximizing physical performance and lifetime physical fitness and wellness. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 121 and BIOL 122. Term(s) Offered (F=Fall, Sp=Spring, Su=Summer): Sp, F, Su.

Select one activities course from each category

Team

  • KIN 132 - Softball Credits: 1
  • KIN 134 - Volleyball Credits: 1
  • KIN 137 - Basketball Credits: 1
  • KIN 138 - Soccer Credits: 1


Individual/Dual

  • KIN 112 - Badminton Credits: 1
  • KIN 114 - Golf Credits: 1
  • KIN 118 - Table Tennis Credits: 1
  • KIN 122 - Bowling Credits: 1
  • KIN 123 - Tennis Credits: 1
  • KIN 151 - Introduction to Karate Credits: 1
  • KIN 199 - Special Activities Credits: 1 (Approved topics include: Disc Golf; Frisbee Golf; Taekwondo)


Dance

  • KIN 155 - Dance Activities Credits: 1
  • KIN 199 - Special Activities Credits: 1 (Approved topic: Zumba) Aquatics
  • KIN 141 - Beginning Swimming Credits: 1
  • KIN 142 - Advanced Swimming Credits: 1
  • KIN 143 - Aquatic Exercise Credits: 1
  • KIN 145 - Scuba Credits: 1


Adventure

  • KIN 124 - Rock Climbing Credits: 1
  • KIN 125 - Advanced Rock Climbing Credits: 1
  • KIN 161 - Fishing Credits: 1
  • KKIN 162 - Hiking and Outdoor Education Credits: 1
  • KIN 163 - Sailing Credits: 1
  • KIN 199 - Special Activities Credits: 1 (Approved topics: Advanced Rock Climbing; Backpacking; Bicycling; Canoeing; Caving; Flat Water Kayaking; Rock Climbing; White Water Rafting)


Fitness

  • KIN 181 - Aerobics Credits: 1
  • KIN 182 - Weight Training Credits: 1
  • KIN 183 - Aerobic Dance Credits: 1
  • KIN 185 - Step Aerobics Credits: 1
  • KIN 199 - Special Activities Credits: 1 (Approved topics: Body Sculpting; Body Smart; Boot Camp; Cardio Funk; Cardiokickboxing; Exercise Buffet; Pilates; Spinning; Trail Exercise; Yoga; Zumba)

PLEASE NOTE:

  • Student must have a "C" or better in all courses to satisfy degree requirements.



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