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PC 115-Introduction to Earth
Systems Science (4)
• Gen Ed Science
Prerequisites: (EN 70 or EN 75) OR [(EN 50A or EN 61)
and EN 52] OR (ESL 95 and ESL 99) OR (ESL 72 and ESL
73) AND (MA 81 or MA 83 or MA 85 or MA 103 or MA
103A or MA 105 or MA 206 or MA 206A or MA 207 or
appropriate score on mathematics placement test)
Presents an overview of the solid, fluid, and living
parts of the Earth system with an emphasis on how
those parts are interconnected and ever changing.
An inquiry-based, activities-oriented approach
is used in the course. Meets the requirement
for a general education science lab course.
PC 121-Energy and Society (3)
• Gen Ed Science
Prerequisites: (EN 70 or EN 75) OR [(EN 50A or EN
61) and EN 52] OR (ESL 95 and ESL 99) OR (ESL 72
and ESL 73); AND (MA 82 or MA 85 or MA 103 or MA
103A or MA105 or MA206 or MA 206A or MA 207 or
appropriate score on mathematics placement test)
Explores the nature and properties of energy.
Emphasizes a scientific understanding of energy
and is role in the global society. Examines
current and alternative energy sources used to
meet the needs of a growing and developing
society. Some Friday or Saturday field trips.
PE: Physical Education
PE 108-Body Mechanics (1)
Examines the application of physical laws to the
human body at rest or in motion, including concepts
of effective, efficient and aesthetic postures, both
static and dynamic. Emphasizes joint motions, care
of the back and components of fitness including
body compositions, flexibility, strength, muscular
endurance and cardiovascular endurance.
PE 131-Aerobics (1)
Offers muscular and cardiovascular endurance
exercises performed to music.
PE 153-Introduction to Health
and Exercise Sciences (3)
Prerequisites: (EN 70 or EN 75) OR [(EN 50A or
EN 61) and EN 52] OR (ESL 95 and ESL 99) OR
(ESL 72 and ESL 73) OR Corequisite: EN 75
Theory course for physical education majors.
Includes an orientation to the profession,
including the relationship of physical education
to education, current trends and practices,
career opportunities and areas of research.
PE 154-Fitness for Living (3)
• Gen Ed Wellness
Prerequisites: (EN 70 or EN 75) OR [(EN 50A or
EN 61) and EN 52] OR (ESL 95 and ESL 99) OR
(ESL 72 and ESL 73) OR Corequisite: EN 75
Covers the components of physical fitness, stress, care
of the back, nutrition and weight control. Evaluations
in all areas included through laboratory experiences.
PE 160-Elementary Fencing (1)
Introduces the history, safety, rules and etiquette
of fencing. Teaches basic skills required to
participate in a fencing match, as well as
skills in directing and scoring a match.
PE 161-Psychology of Sport (3)
Prerequisites: (EN 70 or EN 75) OR [(EN 50A or
EN 61) and EN 52] OR (ESL 95 and ESL 99) OR
(ESL 72 and ESL 73) OR Corequisite: EN 75
An exploration of the personality factors,
including, but not limited to, motivation,
aggression and emotion as they affect sports
participation and motor skill performance.
PE 165-Volleyball (1)
Includes orientation, instruction and participation
in specific skills, rules and etiquette of the sport.
PE 166-Weight Training (1)
Provides orientation, instruction and
participation in specific weight training skills,
rules, safety and etiquette of the sport.
PE 179-Tennis I (1)
Introduces the basic skills of tennis, including
the basic grips, forehand and backhand
groundstrokes, volleys and serves; covers
the rules and etiquette of the sport.
PE 181-Golf I (1)
Introduces the basic skills of golf, including the
grip, stance, addressing the ball, aiming, putting,
chipping, pitching and the basic full swing;
covers the rules and etiquette of the sport.
PE 183-Beginning Snow Boarding/Skiing (1)
Introduces the regulations, safety and etiquette
of snowboarding/skiing. The beginner
student will learn skills required to safely
traverse the beginner slopes. Fees based on
actual rental costs and to be paid at site.
PE 184-Intermediate Snow
Boarding/Skiing (1)
Introduces the regulations, safety and etiquette
of snowboarding/skiing. The intermediate
student will learn the enhanced techniques to
improve their current skill levels. Fees based
on actual rental costs and to be paid at site.
PE 185-Advanced Snow Boarding/Skiing (1)
Introduces the regulations, safety and etiquette
of snowboarding/skiing. The advanced
student will learn the enhanced techniques to
improve their current skill levels. Fees based
on actual rental costs and to be paid at site.
PE 187-Social Dance (1)
Provides instruction in the basic partner dance
forms including such dances as the waltz, swing,
two-step, cha-cha, polka and fox-trot. Other
contemporary dances may be included.
PE 188-Yoga (3)
Provides a holistic approach to understanding
some of the fundamental principles and
philosophies of yoga while also providing a
weekly experiential Hatha (physical) practice.
PE 190-Pilates (1)
Introduces the history of Pilates and describes the
physiological basis of exercises that promote core
body strength. Includes demonstration and active
student participation of Pilates movements.
PE 191-Body Sculpting (1)
Offers muscular strength and endurance
exercises through the use of free weights,
balls, and resistance tubes.
PE 193-Social Dance II (1)
Prerequisite: PE 187 or permission of instructor
Social Dance II builds on the dance rhythms learned
in Social Dance. The patterns to be learned will
incorporate the body mechanics and technique
that enable creation of body swing in the Waltz,
and smoothness and polish in all the dances:
Fox Trot, Swing, Cha-Cha, Rumba and Tango.
PE 195-Tai Chi (1)
Tai Chi is an unique and traditional Chinese exercise.
The benefits of practice include strengthening health,
preventing illness, and slowing the effects of aging.
The class is designed to provide students with a basic
knowledge and history of Tai Chi, and to provide
an opportunity to learn and master Tai Chi skills.
PE 196-Kickboxing (1)
Provides basic fundamentals of Lethwei (Burmese
Kickboxing). Basic principles, history, and styles
and linguistics of the fighter will be covered. This
course emphasizes safety for the student and the
instructor. There will be no competitive fights or
hard physical contact between students during
this course. Mental and physical control as well as
proper training etiquette will always be maintained.
PE 198-Fitness (1)
Engages students in full body exercises to improve
fitness. Course will strive to dramatically change
participant’s level of activity, muscle tone and
strength. Students will be able to integrate
research to understand the effectiveness of exercise,
and plan and implement exercise programs.
PE 198A-Fitness: Boot Camp (1)
Engages students in full body exercises,
especially utilizing body weight. The course
strives to dramatically increase the participant’s
level of muscular activity to affect positive
changes in fitness levels. It also integrates
fitness research with practical application for
understanding the effectiveness of exercise.
PE 198C-Fitness: Zumba (1)
Zumba Fitness is a Latin-inspired, high-energy, cardio-
dance workout that uses music and various easy-to-
follow choreographed steps. Along with music styles
such as Latin, Hip-Hop, Jazz, Pop, and other genres,
Zumba incorporates interval training, alternating
fast and slow rhythms, and resistance training.