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Frederick Community College • Fall 2018 Credit Schedule •
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PE: Physical Education
PE108 - 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.
2283 PE108-1
M
5 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
2nd 7-week
PE153 - 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.
1034 PE153-1
TuTh
12:30 p.m. - 1:45 p.m. 15-week
Note: Offered in the fall semester only.
PE154 - Fitness for Living (3)
Gen EdWellness
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.
1035 PE154-1
MW 11 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
15-week
1036 PE154-2
MW 12:30 p.m. - 1:45 p.m. 15-week
1037 PE154-3
MW 2 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.
15-week
1038 PE154-4
TuTh
9:30 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. 15-week
1039 PE154-5
TuTh
11 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
15-week
PE160 - 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.
1040 PE160-1
W 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
2nd 7-week
PE161 - 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.
2040 PE161-1
TuTh
12:30 p.m. - 1:45 p.m. 15-week
Note: Offered in the Fall semester only.
PE165 - Volleyball (1)
Includes orientation, instruction and participation in specific skills, rules and etiquette of the sport.
1041 PE165-1
M
8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. 2nd 7-week
PE166 - Weight Training (1)
Provides orientation, instruction and participation in specific weight training skills, rules, safety and
etiquette of the sport.
1042 PE166-1
MW 11 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
2nd 7-week
1043 PE166-2
M
2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
15-week
1044 PE166-3
W 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
15-week
1045 PE166-4
M
5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
2nd 7-week
PE179 - 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.
2041 PE179-1
MW 11 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
1st 7-week
Note: After first day, class will meet out at the tennis courts. In the event of inclement weather,
class will meet in D100 (gym).
PE181 - 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.
1046 PE181-1
W 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
1st 7-week
Note: Course meets on campus for the first 3 weeks. For weeks 4-7, class held offsite at Saber Golf and Rec
(formerly Liberty Road Golf Center). Fee paid at site is approx. $35 ($8 - $9 per class for last four classes) paid
at site.
PE187 - 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.
2042 PE187-1
F
5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
1st 7-week
Note: Class will be held at Ballroom Dance in Frederick. In addition to Friday classes, two Saturday evening,
and two Tuesday evening practice parties are required, both held at Ballroom Dance in Frederick. There is no
additional charge for the practice parties.
PE188 - 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.
1047 PE188-1
M
9:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.
15-week
1048 PE188-2
F
9:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.
15-week
2043 PE188-HYB1 W 6 p.m. - 8:35 p.m.
1st 7-week
1049 PE188-HYB2 W 6 p.m. - 8:35 p.m.
2nd 7-week
PE190 - 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.
1050 PE190-1
TuTh
9:30 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. 2nd 7-week
PE193 - 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 theWaltz, and
smoothness and polish in all the dances: FoxTrot, Swing, Cha-Cha, Rumba andTango.
2044 PE193-1
F
5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
2nd 7-week
Note: Class will be held at Ballroom Dance in Frederick. In addition to Friday classes, two Saturday evening,
and two Tuesday evening practice parties are required, both held at Ballroom Dance in Frederick. There is no
additional charge for the practice parties.
PE195 - 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 ofTai Chi, and to provide an opportunity to learn and masterTai Chi
skills.
1051 PE195-1
TuTh
2 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.
3rd 5-week
PE196 - 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.
1052 PE196-1
F
11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
2nd 7-week
Note: Class held at Bowerhouse Academy located at 7311 Grove Rd Suite D, Frederick, MD 21704.
Additional $65 fee paid at site on first day of class. Use of gym facilities for duration of this course is included as
well as a t-shirt, new pair of boxing gloves, and boxing hand wraps.
PE198A - 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.
1053 PE198A-1
TuTh
12:30 p.m. - 1:45 p.m. 1st 7-week