Catalog 2022-2023 
    
    May 21, 2024  
Catalog 2022-2023 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Courses


For information concerning Course Load, Course Numbering, and State Guaranteed Transfer Courses, see:

  

 

MUS- Music

  
  • MUS 1022 - Music History Early Romantic Period to the Present: GT-AH1

    Credits: 3
    Provides a historical survey of Western art music connecting the classical period to the Romantic period and following to the present. This course includes the study of styles, genres, composers, works, and significant cultural and historical influences upon the repertoire. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-AH1 category. Course is not repeatable for credit.
  
  • MUS 1023 - Survey of World Music: GT-AH1

    Credits: 3
    Provides an overview of music from around the globe including folk, ethnic, non-Western and popular styles. Develops basic listening skills and builds a historical/cultural context for world music styles to enable an understanding and appreciation of global music. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-AH1 category. Course is not repeatable for credit.
  
  • MUS 1025 - History of Jazz: GT-AH1

    Credits: 3
    Provides an overview of jazz history covering the basic materials of music and the forms, media, genres, and the historical and cultural framework of each style period. This course emphasizes the building of critical listening tools and the development of a jazz music vocabulary. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-AH1 category. Course is not repeatable for credit.
  
  • MUS 1031 - Music Class I: (specify)

    Credits: 2
    Provides group instruction in music, introducing basic techniques, repertoire, and sight-reading. Course is repeatable for credit under different titles.
    Corequisite(s): MUS 1041
  
  • MUS 1041 - Private Instruction: (Specify)

    Credits: 1 to 2
    1 credit primarily for non-music majors. 2 credits for music majors planning to transfer to 4 year school. Offers private instruction consisting of a thirty or sixty minute lesson per week. Participation in a student performance is required at least once each term for 1 credit. Regular attendance at and participation in student performances is required for 2 credits. First year, first term. Course is repeatable for credit under different titles.
  
  • MUS 1042 - Private Instruction: (Specify)

    Credits: 1 to 2
    1 credit primarily for non-music majors. 2 credits for music majors planning to transfer to 4 year school. Offers private instruction consisting of a thirty or sixty minute lesson per week. Participation in a student performance is required at least once each term for 1 credit. Regular attendance at and participation in student performances is required for 2 credits. First year, second term. Course is repeatable for credit under different titles.
    Prerequisite(s): MUS 1041 with a grade of “C” or better
  
  • MUS 1043 - Private Instruction: (Specify)

    Credits: 1 to 2
    1 credit primarily for non-music majors. 2 credits for music majors planning to transfer to 4 year school. Offers private instruction consisting of a thirty or sixty minute lesson per week. Participation in a student performance is required at least once each term for 1 credit. Regular attendance at and participation in student performances is required for 2 credits. First year, third term. Course is repeatable for credit under different titles.
    Prerequisite(s): MUS 1042 with a grade of “C” or better.
  
  • MUS 1044 - Private Instruction: (Specify)

    Credits: 1 to 2
    1 credit primarly for non-music majors. 2 credits for music majors planning to transfer to 4 year school. Offers private instruction consisting of a thirty or sixty minute lesson per week. Participation in a student performance is required at least once each term for 1 credit. Regular attendance at and participation in student performances is required for 2 credits. First year, fourth term. May be repeated for credit more than once per individual institution policy. Course is repeatable for credit under different titles.
    Prerequisite(s): MUS 1043 with a grade of “C” or better
  
  • MUS 1051 - Ensemble I

    Credits: 1
    First year, first term. Rehearses and performs various types of musical literature. Course is not repeatable for credit.
  
  • MUS 1052 - Ensemble II

    Credits: 1


    Rehearses and performs various types of musical literature. First year, second term. Course is not repeatable for credit.

     

     


    Prerequisite(s): MUS 1051 with a grade of “C” or better

  
  • MUS 1053 - Ensemble III

    Credits: 1
    Rehearses and performs various types of musical literature. First year, third term. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Prerequisite(s): MUS 1052 with a grade of “C” or better
  
  • MUS 1061 - Computer Music Applications I

    Credits: 3
    Introduces audio signal flow, Digital Audio Workstation (DAW), current computer music software, digital audio practices, Musical Instrument Digital Interface (MIDI) sequencing, and audio for video. Course is not repeatable for credit.
  
  • MUS 1065 - Music Instrument Digital Interface I

    Credits: 2
    Considers the language of MIDI, computer skills necessary to learn music software applications, and the process of design and set-up of a music technology workstation. This course covers the uses of computers in the music profession. Differential tuition rates apply. Course is not repeatable for credit.
  
  • MUS 1075 - Special Topics

    Credits: 0 to 12
    Provides students with a vehicle to pursue in depth exploration of special topics of interest. Course is repeatable with a maximum of 12 credit hours.
  
  • MUS 2010 - Music Theory III

    Credits: 3
    Continues study of four-part music, including extended harmonic progressions of ninth, eleventh, thirteenth chords, extended alteration, non-chord tones, modulation and compositions.  Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Prerequisite(s): MUS 1011 and MUS 1013 with grades of “C” or better.
    Corequisite(s): MUS 2012
  
  • MUS 2011 - Music Theory IV

    Credits: 3
    Continues the study of chromatic harmony and analysis. This course introduces 20th and 21st century compositional techniques, including Impressionism, serialism, non-tertian harmonies, and further study in forms and analysis. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Prerequisite(s): MUS 2010 and MUS 2012 with grades of “C” or better
    Corequisite(s): MUS 2013
  
  • MUS 2012 - Ear Training/Sight-Singing Lab III

    Credits: 1
    Covers sight singing and melodic dictation using modulation and chromaticism. It covers harmonic dictation including diatonic and chromatic harmonic progressions. It will emphasize rhythmic reading and dictation including syncopation and asymmetrical meters. Co-Requisite: MUS 2010. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Prerequisite(s): MUS 1011 and MUS 1013 with grades of “C” or better
    Corequisite(s): MUS 2010
  
  • MUS 2013 - Ear Training/Sight-Singing Lab IV

    Credits: 1
    Covers sight singing and ear training skills related to musical styles since 1900. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Prerequisite(s): MUS 2010 and MUS 2012 with grades of “C” or better
    Corequisite(s): MUS 2011
  
  • MUS 2041 - Private Instruction: (Specify)

    Credits: 1 to 2
    1 credit primarily for non-music majors. 2 credits for music majors planning to transfer to 4 year school. Offers private instruction consisting of a thirty or sixty minute lesson per week. Participation in a student performance is required at least once each term for 1 credit. Regular attendance at and participation in student performances is required for 2 credits. Second year, first term. Course is repeatable for credit under different titles.
    Prerequisite(s): MUS 1044 with a grade of “C” or better
  
  • MUS 2042 - Private Instruction: (Specify)

    Credits: 1 to 2
    1 credit primarily for non-music majors. 2 credits for music majors planning to transfer to 4 year school. Offers private instruction consisting of a thirty or sixty minute lesson per week. Participation in a student performance is required at least once each term for 1 credit. Regular attendance at and participation in student performances is required for 2 credits. Second year, third term. Course is repeatable for credit under different titles.
    Prerequisite(s): MUS 2041 with a grade of “C” or better
  
  • MUS 2043 - Private Instruction: (Specify)

    Credits: 1 to 2
    1 credit primarily for non-music majors. 2 credits for music majors planning to transfer to 4 year school. Offers private instruction consisting of a thirty or sixty minute lesson per week. Participation in a student performance is required at least once each term for 1 credit. Regular attendance at and participation in student performances is required for 2 credits. Second year, third term. Course is repeatable for credit under different titles.
    Prerequisite(s): MUS 2042 with a grade of “C” or better
  
  • MUS 2044 - Private Instruction: (Specify)

    Credits: 1 to 2
    1 credit primarily for non-music majors. 2 credits for music majors planning to transfer to 4 year school. Offers private instruction consisting of a thirty or sixty minute lesson per week. Participation in a student performance is required at least once each term for 1 credit. Regular attendance at and participation in student performances is required for 2 credits. Second year, fourth term. May be repeated for credit more than once per individual institution policy. Course is repeatable for credit under different titles.
    Prerequisite(s): MUS 2043 with a grade of “C” or better
  
  • MUS 2051 - Ensemble I

    Credits: 1
    Rehearses and performs various types of musical literature. Second year, first term. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Prerequisite(s): MUS 1053 with a grade of “C” or better
  
  • MUS 2052 - Ensemble II

    Credits: 1


    Rehearses and performs various types of musical literature. Second year, second term. Course is not repeatable for credit.

     

     


    Prerequisite(s): MUS 2051 with a grade of “C” or better

  
  • MUS 2053 - Ensemble III

    Credits: 1
    Rehearses and performs various types of musical literature. Second year, third term. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Prerequisite(s): MUS 2052 with grades of “C” or better
  
  • MUS 2075 - Special Topics

    Credits: 0 to 12
    Covers specific topics in music. This course is offered as needed for credit appropriate to the topic and each offering includes a description of the topic(s). Course is repeatable with a maximum of 12 credit hours.
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of department chair is required
  
  • MUS 2085 - Independent Study

    Credits: 0 to 12
    Meets the individual needs of students. Students engage in intensive study or research under the direction of a qualified instructor. Course is repeatable with a maximum of 12 credit hours.
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of department chair is required

NRE- Natural Resources

  
  • NRE 2014 - Environmental Issues and Ethics

    Credits: 3
    Focuses on special environmental problems, current issues, or trends. Traditional and environmental philosophies are discussed. Students debate various environmental issues. Course is not repeatable for credit.
  
  • NRE 2060 - Natural Resource Policy and Administration

    Credits: 3
    Examines the management complex environmental and natural resource policy issues. Taking into account new developments, trends, and issues that have arisen in recent years, this course begins with the recognition that it is not the environment that needs to be managed, but human action relating to the environment. Course is not repeatable for credit.

NUA- Nurse Aide

  
  • NUA 1001 - Nurse Aide Health Care Skills

    Credits: 4
    Prepares the student to perform the fundamental skills of the nurse aide. Basic nursing skills, communication skills, restorative services, personal care skills, safety and emergency care issues are covered. Includes knowledge and/or principles of asepsis, OSHA and HIPAA regulations. Ethical behaviors, cultural sensitivity and principles of mental health will be addressed, as well as patient/resident rights. Permission of instructor is required. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor
    Corequisite(s): NUA 1070
  
  • NUA 1070 - Nurse Aide Clinical Experience

    Credits: 0.25 to 6
    Applies knowledge and skill gained in NUA 101 to patient care. Permission of instructor is required. Course is repeatable with a maximum of 6 credit hours.
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor
    Corequisite(s): NUA 1001

NUR- Nursing

  
  • NUR 1006 - Medical Surgical Nursing Concepts

    Credits: 7 to 9
    NUR1006 is the first medical/surgical nursing course. Building on NUR109, this course provides for the acquisition of basic medical/surgical nursing theory, as well as application of mental health concepts, communication, collaboration, caring, and critical thinking/clinical reasoning necessary for safe, patient-centered care to a developmentally and culturally diverse adult patient population experincing various medical/surgical interventions. Incorporates evidence-based practice, quality improvement, professional standards, and legal and ethical responsibilities of the nurse. Application of knowledge and skills occurs in the nursing skills laboratory and a variety of clinical settings. Differential tuition rates apply. Requires acceptance into the program prior to registration. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Prerequisite(s): NUR 1009 and NUR 1012 with grades of “C” or better
    Corequisite(s): NUR 1050
  
  • NUR 1009 - Fundamentals of Nursing

    Credits: 6 to 8
    Nursing 1009 introduces the fundamental concepts necessary for safe, patient-centered nursing care to a diverse patient population while integrating legal and ethical responsibilities of the nurse. Introduces caring, critical thinking, the nursing process, quality improvement, and communication used when interacting with patients and members of the interdisciplinary team, and relates evidence-based nursing practice. Application of knowledge and skills occurs in the nursing skills laboratory and a variety of clinical settings providing care to stable patients with common health alterations. Differential tuition rates apply. Requires acceptance into the program prior to registration. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Corequisite(s): NUR 1012
  
  • NUR 1012 - Basic Concepts of Pharmacology

    Credits: 2
    Overview of the basic principles of pharmacology including major drug classifications and prototypes of commonly used medications. Principles of medication administration include aspects of best practice for safe, quality, patient-centered care. Central points include safety, quality improvement factors in the administration of medications, patient teaching, and variations encountered when administering medications to diverse patient populations across the lifespan. Differential tuition rates apply. Requires acceptance into the program prior to registration. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Corequisite(s): NUR 1009
  
  • NUR 1021 - Success in Nursing School

    Credits: 1
    Addresses success strategies for beginning nursing students. Will enable the student to identify and practice strategies to optimize success in nursing school, including identifying stressors and mobilizing personal resources, study and test taking strategies using critical thinking skills, developing familiarity with medical terminology, exploring the evolving roles of the professional nurse. Additionally, explores the concepts of professionalism and collaboration. Differential tuition rates apply. Requires acceptance into the program prior to registration. Course is not repeatable for credit.
  
  • NUR 1050 - Maternal-Child Nursing

    Credits: 6 to 7
    Nursing 1050 provides for the acquisition of maternal/child nursing theory, as well as application of mental health concepts, communication, collaboration, caring, and critical thinking/clinical reasoning necessary for safe, family-centered nursing care to childbearing families and children that is developmentally and culturally appropriate. Incorporates evidence-based practice, standards of practice, quality improvement, and legal and ethical responsibilities of the nurse. Application of knowledge and skills occurs in the nursing skills laboratory and in a variety of maternal/child and pediatric clinical settings. Differential tuition rates apply. Requires acceptance into the program prior to registration. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Prerequisite(s): NUR 1009 and NUR 1012 with grades of “C” or better.
    Corequisite(s): NUR 1006
  
  • NUR 1069 - Transition into Practical Nursing

    Credits: 4 to 5
    Facilitates the transition into the role of the practical nurse with emphasis on distinguishing the defined practical nurse scope of practice related to clinical practice, communication, nursing process, ethical/legal issues, and leadership skills. The student practices in the role of the practical nurse in the associated clinical experience. Differential tuition rates apply. Requires acceptance into the program prior to registration. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Prerequisite(s): NUR 1006, NUR 1009, NUR 1012, and NUR 1050 with grades of “C” or better
  
  • NUR 1089 - Transition from LPN to ADN

    Credits: 3 to 4
    Facilitates transition of the LPN to new roles and responsibilities of the ADN, the nursing process, critical thinking, legal and ethical issues in nursing practice, and the nursing care of childbearing families and pediatric clients. Application of knowledge and skills occurs in the laboratory and maternal/child and pediatric clinical settings. Differential tuition rates apply. Requires acceptance into the program prior to registration. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Prerequisite(s): BIO 2101, BIO 2102, BIO 2104, ENG 1021, HWE 1050, MAT 1260 and PSY 2440 with grades of “C” or better
  
  • NUR 2006 - Advanced Concepts of Medical-Surgical Nursing I

    Credits: 6.5 to 8
    NUR 2006 builds on NUR1006 focusing on advanced concepts of nursing applied to care of patients with high acuity medical/surgical conditions. Builds on medical/surgical nursing theory, mental health concepts, communication, collaboration, caring, and critical thinking/clincal reasoning necesary for safe, patient-centered nursing care to developmentally and culturally diverse adult patients. Incorporates evidence-based practice, quality improvement, professional standards, and legal and ethical responsibilities of the professional nurse as applied in a variety of healthcare settings. Application of knowledge and skills occurs in the nursing skills laboratory and in a variety of clinical settings. Differential tuition rates apply. Requires acceptance into the program prior to registration. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Prerequisite(s): NUR 1006, NUR 1009, NUR 1012 and NUR 1050 with grades of “C” or better
    Corequisite(s): NUR 2012
  
  • NUR 2011 - Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing

    Credits: 4
    Develops concepts of psychosocial integrity and emphasizes the function and responsibility of nursing in promoting and maintaining mental health of individuals and families. This course emphasizes communication and caring through the application of the therapeutic relationship and nursing process in the care and treatment of common psychiatric clinical conditions/disorders. Differential tuition rates apply. Requires acceptance into the program prior to registration. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Prerequisite(s): NUR 1006, NUR 1009, NUR 1012 and NUR 1050 with grades of “C” or better
    Corequisite(s): NUR 2012
  
  • NUR 2012 - Pharmacology II

    Credits: 2
    Builds on previously introduced pharmacological concepts and applies that learning to pharmacologic therapy to provide safe, quality, evidence- based nursing care to patients with complex healthcare needs. Focuses on safety and quality improvement factors in the administration of medications within a variety of healthcare systems. Advanced dosage calculations included. Differential tuition rates apply. Requires acceptance into the program prior to registration. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Prerequisite(s): NUR 1006, NUR 1009, NUR 1012, and NUR 1050 with grades of “C” or better
    Corequisite(s): NUR 2006
  
  • NUR 2016 - Advanced Concepts of Medical-Surgical Nursing II

    Credits: 5 to 6
    Nursing 2016 is a continuation of Nursing 2006, focusing on complex medical/surgical conditions of the high acuity patient. Builds on medical/surgical nursing theory, mental health concepts, communication, collaboration, caring, and critical thinking/clinical reasoning necessary for safe, patient-centered nursing care to developmentally and culturally diverse adult patients experiencing high acuity medical/surgical conditions. Incorporates evidence-based practice, quality improvement, professional standards, and legal and ethical responsibilities of the professional nurse as applied in the acute care and high acuity settings. Application of knowledge and skills occurs in a variety of clinical settings. Differential tuition rates apply. Requires acceptance into the program prior to registration. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Prerequisite(s): NUR 2006, NUR 2011 and NUR 2012 with grades of “C” or better
    Corequisite(s): NUR 2030
  
  • NUR 2030 - Transition to Professional Nursing Practice

    Credits: 4 to 5
    Nursing 2030 is a seminar and practice capstone course that provides an integrative experience applying all dimensions of the professional nurse in the care of diverse patient populations across a variety of healthcare settings. All major concepts of the nursing program are addressed. Leadership and the management of multiple patients are emphasized. Application of knowledge and skills occurs in the clinical setting to facilitate an effective transition from student to registered professional nurse. Differential tuition rates apply. Requires acceptance into the program prior to registration. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Corequisite(s): NUR 2016

PET- Oil and Gas Technology

  
  • PET 1000 - Petroleum Fundamentals

    Credits: 3
    Provides an overview of the petroleum technology industry including petroleum origins, geology, mapping techniques, and exploration technology. Course is not repeatable for credit.
  
  • PET 1700 - Oil and Gas Production I

    Credits: 3
    Familiarizes the student with the duties and responsibilities of the oil and gas production technician. Specifically, students will discuss the history of the oil market, fundamentals of drilling and well completion, and operation of the equipment and systems used by the oil and gas production technician today. Course is not repeatable for credit.
  
  • PET 2700 - Oil and Gas Production II

    Credits: 3
    Familiarizes the student with the duties and responsibilities of the oil and gas production operations technician. Specifically, students will be able to discuss natural gas treatment, dehydration and compressions system and equipment, the produced water treatment and handling system and equipment, auxiliary systems and equipment, artificial lift and enhanced recovery techniques, pumping and transportation systems, safety, health and environmental considerations, basic concepts of refining and processing. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Prerequisite(s): PET 1700 with a grade of “C” or better
  
  • PET 2875 - Special Topics

    Credits: 0 to 12
    Provides students with a vehicle to pursue in depth exploration of special topics of interest. Course is repeatable with a maximum of 12 credit hours.
  
  • PET 2880 - Internship

    Credits: 0 to 12
    Provides opportunities to supplement coursework with practical work experience related to industry. Course is repeatable with a maximum of 12 credit hours.
  
  • PET 2885 - Independent Study

    Credits: 0 to 12
    Provides opportunities to supplement coursework with practical work experience related to industry. Course is repeatable with a maximum of 12 credit hours.

OUT- Outdoor Studies

  
  • OUT 1100 - Hiking

    Credits: 1
    Provides skills related to hiking and wilderness travel. Emphasizes hiking skills, proper conditioning, route finding, equipment, and hiking hazards and ethics. The course involves conditioning in the fitness center and weekend hikes. Course is repeatable for credit with no limitations.
  
  • OUT 1155 - Bicycle Touring

    Credits: 1
    Introduces bicycle touring over a variety of terrains and distances. Selection and maintenance of equipment, pre-tour conditioning, safety and dietary factors will be covered. Course is repeatable for credit with no limitations.

PED- Physical Education

  
  • PED 1000 - Fitness Concepts

    Credits: 1
    Focuses on providing information and guidelines for moving toward a more healthy lifestyle. Includes classroom instruction, an individual fitness evaluation, computerized analysis of results, and a prescribed exercise program utilizing the equipment and exercise options available in the Fitness Center. Course is repeatable for credit with no limitations.
  
  • PED 1001 - Conditioning Lab

    Credits: 1
    Offers an independent self-paced format of conditioning exercises to meet individual needs. Emphasizes the value of lifetime fitness and its contribution to achieving personal health and wellness. Students utilize cardiorespiratory, muscular strength and endurance exercises to promote positive changes in health-related fitness components. Course is repeatable for credit with no limitations.
  
  • PED 1002 - Weight Training I

    Credits: 1
    Offers basic instruction and practice in weight training. Students utilize weight training equipment in accordance to their abilities and goals. Emphasizes weight training equipment orientation, correct lifting techniques, and basic program design for men and women. Course is repeatable for credit with no limitations.
  
  • PED 1003 - Weight Training II

    Credits: 2
    Offers guided instruction and independent practice in weight training for men and women. Students practice various weight training techniques in accordance with their abilities. Emphasizes physiological considerations, equipment orientation, correct lifting techniques, program design, and nutrition. Course is repeatable for credit with no limitations.
  
  • PED 1004 - Cross Training

    Credits: 1
    Introduces basic cross-training techniques designed to improve physical work capacity of an individual. Enables the student to gain an understanding of the basic principles of cross training, the effects cross training has upon the body`s energy systems and muscles, program design and terminology. Course is repeatable for credit with no limitations.
  
  • PED 1005 - Fitness Circuit Training

    Credits: 1
    Examines a number of different circuit training programs. Emphasizes the development of cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength and endurance, flexibility and a healthy body composition to meet individual needs. Course is repeatable for credit with no limitations.
  
  • PED 1010 - Fitness Center Activity I

    Credits: 1
    Focuses on improving total fitness via an aerobic circuit training program. Includes an individual fitness evaluation, computerized analysis of results, and a prescribed exercise program. Covers the basic components of fitness including flexibility, muscular strength, muscular endurance, cardiovascular fitness, and body composition. Weight machines, stationary bicycles, and computerized cardiovascular equipment are incorporated to elicit improvements in fitness. Course is repeatable for credit with no limitations.
  
  • PED 1011 - Fitness Center Activity II

    Credits: 1
    Serves as an advanced course for individuals interested in reaching a higher level of total fitness via an aerobic circuit training program. Includes an individual fitness evaluation, computerized analysis of results, and a prescribed exercise program. Focuses on the basic components of fitness including flexibility, muscular strength, muscular endurance, cardiovascular fitness, and body composition. Weight machines, stationary bicycles, and computerized cardiovascular equipment are used to elicit improvements in fitness. Course is repeatable for credit with no limitations.
  
  • PED 1012 - Fitness Center Activity III

    Credits: 1
    Serves as an advanced exercise course designed for individuals interested in attaining a high level of total fitness. Includes an individual fitness evaluation, computerized analysis of results, and a prescribed exercise program. Focuses on the basic components of fitness including flexibility, muscular strength and endurance, cardiovascular fitness, and body composition. The primary mode of training is Aerobic Circuit Training. The circuit training is supplemented with additional work on specialized weight machines, dumbbells, treadmills, rowers, stair climbers, cross trainers, Nordic track, versa climbers, and running track available in the Fitness Center. Course is repeatable for credit with no limitations.
  
  • PED 1013 - Fitness Center Activity IV

    Credits: 1
    Focuses on advanced instruction designed for individuals interested in attaining a high level of total fitness. Includes an individual fitness evaluation, computerized analysis of results, and a prescribed exercise program. Focuses on the basic components of fitness including flexibility, muscular strength, muscular endurance, cardiovascular fitness, and body composition. The primary mode of training is Aerobic Circuit Training. The circuit training is supplemented with additional work on the specialized weight machines, dummbells, treadmills, rowers, stair climbers, cross trainers, nordic track, versa climbers, and running track found in the Fitness Center. Course is repeatable for credit with no limitations.
  
  • PED 1020 - Aerobics I

    Credits: 1
    Offers a level of aerobic exercise to increase the students aerobic endurance and further explains the components of aerobic conditioning. Charting and developing of cardiovascular rates are stressed. Course is repeatable for credit with no limitations.
  
  • PED 1022 - Step Aerobics

    Credits: 1
    Introduces basic step aerobics and exercise techniques to improve physical fitness. Emphasizes the basic principles of step aerobics including the effects upon the cardio-respiratory system and skeletal muscles, various step patterns and choreography. Course is repeatable for credit with no limitations.
  
  • PED 1023 - Water Aerobics

    Credits: 1
    Offers water exercise to develop physical fitness. Includes instruction in a variety of water exercises and vigorous activities to develop cardiovascular and muscular endurance, flxibility and the promotion of body composition management. Course is repeatable for credit with no limitations.
  
  • PED 1024 - Swim Fitness

    Credits: 1
    Enables the student to perfect stroke mechanics to swim with more ease, efficiency, power, and smoothness over greater distances. This course may utilize the competitive strokes, starts, and turns, and provide the `whys` as well as the `hows` of swim fitness so students can plan training programs to meet their changing needs. Course is repeatable for credit with no limitations.
  
  • PED 1026 - Cardio Kickboxing Aerobics I

    Credits: 1
    Introduces aerobic kickboxing as an innovative new interval training aerobics workout that burns fat and increases cardio respiratory endurance. This high intensity course will focus on basic kickboxing moves and technique through hi-low aerobics choreography and target striking. The course will also include floor work to focus on toning and flexibility. Course is repeatable for credit with no limitations.
  
  • PED 1027 - Cardio Kickboxing Aerobics II

    Credits: 1
    Involves more intermediate skills and a better understanding of body positioning and form in a natural progression from Aerobic Kickboxing I. More focus will be placed on proper technique and overall improvement. Focus is placed on core strength and improved flexibility. Course is repeatable for credit with no limitations.
  
  • PED 1028 - Indoor Stationary Group Cycling

    Credits: 1
    Focuses on improving cardiovascular fitness, burning calories and enhancing muscular endurance. Designed specifically to enhance aerobic work capacity and improve pedalling skills. Each exercise session is choreographed to music and includes a complete workout with a warm-up, endurance and cool-down component. Course is repeatable for credit with no limitations.
  
  • PED 1029 - Zumba

    Credits: 1
    Zumba is a compilation of high energy, motivating music with unique moves and choreography combinations. Zumba fuses Latin and International music and dance themes to create a dynamic, exciting, effective fitness system. The routines feature aerobic/fitness interval training with a combination of fast and slow rhythms that tone and sculpt the body. Zumba utilizes the principles of fitness interval training and resistance training to maximize caloric output, fat burning and total body toning. It is a mixture of body sculpting movements with easy to follow dance steps. Course is repeatable for credit with no limitations.
  
  • PED 1040 - Body Sculpting and Toning

    Credits: 1
    Introduces exercise techniques to improve overall physical fitness. Emphasizes the interaction between cardiovascular conditioning, muscular strength and endurance, flexibility and program design integrated into an aerobic format. Focuses on blending together different combinations and sequences of exercises while conditioning the entire body. Students exercise using various types of resistance equipment. Course is repeatable for credit with no limitations.
  
  • PED 1041 - Pilates Matwork I

    Credits: 1
    Focuses on Pilates mat work to increase core strength, overall muscles tone and flexibility with focused and precise floor work techniques. A physical education class built upon the philosophies and exercises of Josef Pilates. Course is repeatable for credit with no limitations.
  
  • PED 1042 - Pilates Matwork II

    Credits: 1
    Builds upon the philosophies and exercises of Joseph Pilates. Pilates Matwork is a prerequisite, as this course builds upon basic techniques learned therein. Core strength, flexibility, overall muscle tone and balance are the goals of the matwork. Course is repeatable for credit with no limitations.
  
  • PED 1043 - Yoga I

    Credits: 1
    Introduces the history and philosophy of yoga, fundamental principles of alignment, breath work, and meditation through guided practice. Course focuses on demonstrating safety and stability within each pose. Course is repeatable for credit with no limitations.
  
  • PED 1044 - Yoga II

    Credits: 1
    Builds on the concepts of basic yoga. This course emphasizes cultivating discernment, awareness, self-regulation, and higher consciousness in the individual. Course is repeatable for credit with no limitations.
  
  • PED 1050 - Fitness Walking

    Credits: 1
    Designed to improve cardiovascular fitness and strengthen all major muscle groups. This low impact, aerobic walking will also build endurance. Course is repeatable for credit with no limitations.
  
  • PED 1051 - Walking and Jogging

    Credits: 1
    Enables the student to understand the values in walking and jogging. Safety precautions and emphasis on personal programs are emphasized. Course is repeatable for credit with no limitations.
  
  • PED 1052 - Stretch ‘N Relax

    Credits: 1
    Teaches proper stretching techniques to all parts of the body. Course is repeatable for credit with no limitations.
  
  • PED 1061 - Tai Chi I

    Credits: 1
    Introduces Tai Chi as an expression of understanding of self-control, exercise and self-defense. The primary emphasis is to gain an understanding of the history (origins and changes) of Tai Chi, the movements and their names, application of movements and terminology. Course is repeatable for credit with no limitations.
  
  • PED 1062 - Tai Chi II

    Credits: 1
    Emphasizes the instruction of Tai-Chi from a practical and scientific approach with illustrations of applications for each of the movements in daily life. Cardiovascular training, strength and flexibility training, balance and coordination are integral parts of the Tai-Chi training. In addition psychosocial skills such as meditation, relaxation and self-efficacy are covered. Course is repeatable for credit with no limitations.
  
  • PED 1063 - Martial Arts I

    Credits: 1
    Introduces basic martial arts techniques and forms designed to improve the physical and mental capacity of an individual. Enables the student to gain an understanding of the basic philosophies and concepts around the martial arts and the approach to ethics. Provides a clear-cut guide for developing a powerful sense of character and will. Course is repeatable for credit with no limitations.
  
  • PED 1065 - Self Defense

    Credits: 1
    Introduces the basic skills and techniques of the art of self defense. Course is repeatable for credit with no limitations.
  
  • PED 1075 - Special Topics

    Credits: 0 to 12
    Provides students with a vehicle to pursue in depth exploration of special topics of interest. Course is repeatable for credit with no limitations.
  
  • PED 1076 - Special Topics

    Credits: 0 to 12
    Provides students with a vehicle to pursue in depth exploration of special topics of interest. Course is repeatable for credit with no limitations.
  
  • PED 2002 - Golf I

    Credits: 1
    Introduces a basic course in golf designed for those who have had little or no formal instruction or for those with some experience who are interested in improving some aspect of their game. Includes driving range, putting green, and on-course play. Course is repeatable for credit with no limitations.
  
  • PED 2003 - Golf II

    Credits: 1
    Covers skills designed for individuals with an advanced level of golfing skills who are interested in improving their game. Driving range, putting green and on course instruction and play will be included. Use of woods, irons, wedges and putting will be stressed. All instruction will be by certified golf instructors. Course is repeatable for credit with no limitations.
  
  • PED 2006 - Racquetball I

    Credits: 1
    Introduces and improves the skill level in racquetball. Emphasizes teaching the student the elements of racquetball including rules, stroke technique, scoring, serving, the various shots, and offensive and defensive strategies. Course is repeatable for credit with no limitations.
  
  • PED 2007 - Racquetball II

    Credits: 1
    Intensely competitive play for the experienced racquetball player. Emphasizes teaching advanced elements of racquetball including power, strategy, advanced defense, and tournament play. Course is repeatable for credit with no limitations.
  
  • PED 2008 - Tennis I

    Credits: 1
    Introduces tennis and focuses on improving the skill level of the student. Emphasizes the elements of tennis including the rules of the game, groundstrokes, serving, the various shots, and singles and doubles play and strategies. Course is repeatable for credit with no limitations.
  
  • PED 2009 - Tennis II

    Credits: 1
    Introduces advanced instruction and practice for students who already have playing experience and skill in the basic strokes. Emphasizes learning the lob, smash, half-volley, serve variations and tennis strategy for singles and doubles. Course is repeatable for credit with no limitations.
  
  • PED 2010 - Archery

    Credits: 1
    Introduces the use of archery equipment, the basic skills, safety precautions, and rules of archery. Course is repeatable for credit with no limitations.
  
  • PED 2011 - Bowling

    Credits: 1
    Introduces bowling fundamentals to improve the student`s skill level. The primary emphasis is on teaching the student the elements of bowling, rules and regulations, footwork, courtesies, delivery, selection of ball, scoring, and team and individual competition. Course is repeatable for credit with no limitiations.
  
  • PED 2012 - Ultimate Frisbee

    Credits: 1
    Introduces and develops the basic techniques and strategies for Ultimate Frisbee. The class will use a tactical approach to teaching the basic of invasion game strategies, and develops basic forehand and backhand techniques for throwing and catching. Course is repeatable for credit with no limitations.
  
  • PED 2014 - Ice Skating

    Credits: 1
    Introduces and improves students skill level in ice skating. The primary emphasis is on teaching the students the elements of ice skating including skating technique, conditioning, safety, equipment and cardiovascular fitness. Course is repeatable for credit with no limitations.
  
  • PED 2021 - Dynamic Workout

    Credits: 1
    Designed for those who want to increase flexibility and improve muscle tone through proper exercise techniques using mat work. Body alignment, breathing, and work on the abdominals, hips and thighs will be emphasized. Course is repeatable for credit with no limitations.
  
  • PED 2030 - Volleyball I

    Credits: 1
    Introduces and improves student skill level in volleyball. The primary emphasis is on teaching the student the elements of volleyball including rules, offensive and defensive play, passing, serving, setting, attacking, team play and game strategies. Course is repeatable for credit with no limitations.
  
  • PED 2031 - Volleyball II

    Credits: 1
    Introduces and improves student’s advanced skills in volleyball. The primary emphasis is on teaching students quick offensives and advanced defensive systems in order to play volleyball at a competitive level. Course is repeatable for credit with no limitations.
    Prerequisite(s): PED 2030 with a grade of “C” or better
  
  • PED 2033 - Softball

    Credits: 1
    Introduces and improves skill level in softball. Emphasizes the elements of softball including rules of play, variations of play, equipment, skill technique, and offensive and defensive play and strategies. Course is repeatable for credit with no limitations.
  
  • PED 2034 - Basketball

    Credits: 1
    Introduces basketball and focuses on improving student skill level. Emphasizes teaching the student the elements of basketball rules, offensive and defensive footwork, shooting, passing, dribbling, rebounding, team play, and game strategies. Course is repeatable for credit with no limitations.
  
  • PED 2035 - Soccer

    Credits: 1
    Gives the student the opportunity to gain knowledge and skills in the subject of soccer, including history, governing organizations, laws of the game, skills techniques, offensive and defensive tactics and conditioning. Course is repeatable for credit with no limitations.
  
  • PED 2036 - Ice Hockey

    Credits: 1
    Introduces a basic course in hockey designed for those who have had little or no formal instruction or for those with some experience who are interested in improving some aspect of their game. The emphasis is on teaching the students the elements of ice hockey including skating technique, conditioning, safety and equipment. Includes stick handling, shooting and positional play. Course is repeatable for credit with no limitations.
 

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