St. Clair County Community College 2005-2006 Catalog
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Health and Human Services Department 810-989-5675
PE 100 Wellness a Concept of Health and Fitness. CURRENTLY INACTIVE. See note at the end of the course listings.
PE 101 Introduction to Lifetime Activities. CURRENTLY INACTIVE. See note at the end of the course listings.
PE 102 Beginning Swimming. CURRENTLY INACTIVE. See note at the end of the course listings.
PE 103 Intermediate Swimming. CURRENTLY INACTIVE. See note at the end of the course listings.
PE 104 Advanced Swimming. CURRENTLY INACTIVE. See note at the end of the course listings.
PE 105 Lifesaving. CURRENTLY INACTIVE. See note at the end of the course listings.
PE 106 Water Safety Instruction. CURRENTLY INACTIVE. See note at the end of the course listings. PE 108 Scuba Diving. This course is designed to provide nationally certified instruction in skin and scuba diving techniques. A thorough study of the applied sciences of diving accompanied by pool and open water training sessions are the focus of this course.
Prerequisite: None
1 credit, plus 1 contact hour* = 2 laboratory
PE 110 Defensive Tactics. This course will provide instruction and practice in the techniques of self-defense. Defensive tactics is primarily designed for students enrolled in the law enforcement program.
Prerequisite: None
1 credit, plus 1 contact hour* = 2 laboratory
PE 111 Basketball. This is a basic course to develop the individual skills, interpretation on men's and women's rules, competition in one-on-one, three-on-three and team participation. This course is designed for any skill level.
Prerequisite: None.
1 credit, plus 1 contact hour* = (2 laboratory)
PE 112 Softball. This is a basic course to develop the skills and knowledge of effective softball techniques. The course includes field maintenance, strategy, coaching skills, individual position play, conditioning for softball playing, and softball rules. This course is designed for any skill level.
Prerequisite: None
1 credit, plus 1 contact hour* = (2 laboratory)
PE 113 Volleyball. This is a basic course to develop the skills and knowledge of volleyball. The course includes conditioning for volleyball, introduction to the basic skills of volleyball, and enjoying the sport as a means of physical fitness. This course is designed for any skill level.
Prerequisite: None
1 credit, plus 1 contact hour* = (2 laboratory)
PE 116 Racquetball. CURRENTLY INACTIVE. See note at the end of the course listings.
PE 117 Weight Management Through Slim Living. CURRENTLY INACTIVE. See note at the end of the course listings.
PE 121 Archery. This is a basic course to develop the skills and knowledge of effective target archery. The course includes conditioning for archery, participation in a variety of archery tournaments, safety and maintenance. Students are encouraged to provide their own tackle. Each student will need to have at least six target arrows. This course is designed for any skill level. Fall semester only.
Prerequisite: None
1 credit, plus 1 contact hour* = (2 laboratory)
PE 122 Badminton. CURRENTLY INACTIVE. See note at the end of the course listings. PE 123 Bowling. The course will emphasize the development of specific bowling skills. History, rules, and etiquette will be presented. Fundamentals such as equipment knowledge, stance, approach, delivery, principles of movement to bowling, strike adjustment, spare bowling, league concept, and scoring will be emphasized through actual bowling. This course is designed for any skill level.
Prerequisite: None
1 credit, plus 1 contact hour* = (2 laboratory)
PE 124 Golf. This is a basic course to develop the skills and knowledge of golf. The course includes the fundamentals of golf plus etiquette, rules and language of the game. This course is designed for any skill level. This course is a once-a-year offering.
Prerequisite: None
1 credit, plus 1 contact hour* = (2 laboratory)
PE 125 Gymnastics. CURRENTLY INACTIVE. See note at the end of the course listings.
PE 126 Beginning Figure Skating. CURRENTLY INACTIVE. See note at the end of the course listings.
PE 127 Tennis. CURRENTLY INACTIVE. See note at the end of the course listings.
PE 128 Weight Training. The course will entail a study of the structure and function of the muscular system and development of such through the use of weight resistance training.
Prerequisite: None
1 credit, plus 1 contact hour* = (1 lecture, 1 laboratory)
PE 129 Physical Conditioning. This course is designed for students desiring an aggressive, advanced approach to physical fitness. Pre and post fitness testing is combined with skill and technique in improving levels of cardiovascular function, strength, flexibility, endurance and power.
Prerequisite: None
1 credit, plus 1 contact hour* = (2 laboratory)
PE 130 Folk, Square and Social Dance. CURRENTLY INACTIVE. See note at the end of the course listings.
PE 131 Beginning Lyrical Jazz Dance. Beginning lyrical jazz is performed, as well as some related musical theatre routines. This course includes conditioning, theory and technique, introduction to choreography (with computer software), prevention of dance injuries, dance history, and significant issues in dance. This course is also available as THA 131.
Prerequisite: None
1 credit, plus 1 contact hour = (2 laboratory) PE 132 Beginning Tap Dance. Beginning tap dance techniques and routines are performed. This course will introduce students to basic through advanced tap dance movements. Units on the background and history of tap will be included. Students will be introduced to the LifeForms choreography software. All skill levels will accommodated. This course is also available as THA 132.
Prerequisite: None
1 credit, plus 1 contact hour = (2 laboratory)
PE 133 Fitness Walking. This course is designed to help students improve their level of fitness through vigorous walking. Each student will develop a personalized, healthy life-style plan which integrates exercise, diet, and stress management.
Prerequisite: None
1 credit, plus 1 contact hour* = (2 laboratory)
PE 134 Beginning Classical Ballet. This course is an introduction to basic classical ballet. Participation will include stretching, conditioning, ballet barre, centre work, and combinations. Topics will include dance injury prevention, the theory of movement, and becoming familiar with significant people, events, and issues in the performing arts. Students will be introduced to the LifeForms choreography software. There will be no mandatory public performance. This course is also available as THA 134.
Prerequisite: None
1 credit, plus 1 contact hour = (2 laboratory)
PE 135 Advanced Instruction in Modern Dance. This course is designed for students with some dance background. The two areas of emphasis will be (1) progressively improved performance level, based on the level of student experience; and (2) an introduction to the skills of basic choreography. Included will also be units on dance injury prevention, issues in lyrical jazz/performing arts, and overall conditioning.
Prerequisite: PE 131, previous dance instruction
1 credit, plus 1 contact hour* = (2 laboratory)
PE 140 Elementary Education Supervision. CURRENTLY INACTIVE. See note at the end of the course listings.
PE 141 Personal Health. This course is designed to develop attitudes, skills, and habits favorable to healthful living. The mental, physical and social aspects of individual and community health are stressed.
Prerequisite: None
3 credits = 3 lecture
PE 142 History of Physical Education. CURRENTLY INACTIVE. See note at the end of the course listings. PE 143 Emergency Medical Care. This course provides the student with the basic first-aid procedures necessary for administrating to the sick and injured patient. The student successfully completing this course will receive American Red Cross certification in advanced first aid.
Prerequisite: None
3 credits = 3 lecture
PE 151 Rules and Officiating. CURRENTLY INACTIVE. See note at the end of the course listings.
PE 152 Baseball Theory. This course is designed to assist prospective baseball coaches to develop the skills, knowledge and strategies necessary to coach baseball from the amateur youth level to the interscholastic level. Baseball theory is structured for students who are beginners to students with previous baseball background. Winter semester only.
Prerequisite: None
2 credits = 2 lecture
PE 153 Basketball Theory. Basketball Theory teaches the fundamentals of offensive and defensive basketball. This course also teaches the tactics, techniques of scouting, and game plans associated with becoming a successful basketball coach. Basketball Theory is a course recommended for physical education majors and minors. The course will be structured for the beginner as well as the student with a basketball background. The course is open to all levels of basketball background.
Prerequisite: None
2 credits = 2 lecture
PE 160 Dance Production. CURRENTLY INACTIVE. See note at the end of the course listings.
PE 161 Video Aerobics. CURRENTLY INACTIVE. See note at the end of the course listings.
PE 231 Advanced Lyrical Jazz Dance. This course is designed for students with some dance background. The two areas of emphasis will be (1) a progressively improved performance level, based on the level of student experience, and (2) an introduction to the skills of basic choreography, including the use of LifeForms software. Dance injury prevention, issues in performing arts, and overall conditioning are included. This course is also available as THA 231.
Prerequisites: PE 131/THA 131
1 credit, plus 1 contact hour = (2 laboratory)
NOTE: CURRENTLY INACTIVE classes may be offered in the future. If students are interested in having a currently inactive course listed in the fall, winter, spring or summer schedule, contact the department chair or an instructor in the appropriate area.