Physical Education
Associate in Arts Degree in Physical Education 2017-2018
(MAJOR #C.4200.AA)
The student who completes the requirements for an AA degree in Physical Education will identify effective pedagogical techniques for primary and secondary students. The student will demonstrate a basic knowledge of human anatomy and the treatment of common sports/ fitness related injuries. The student will have practical experience in a breadth of activities, such as intercollegiate sports, swimming, racquet sports, and fitness activities like weight training and aerobic dance.
Major requirements (18 units minimum)
A grade of “C” or better is required in the following courses:
| Course | Course Description | Units | C-ID |
|---|---|---|---|
| BIOL 5 | Human Biology | 4 | |
| Complete a minimum of 8 units from the following: | |||
| Course | Course Description | Units | C-ID |
| BIOL 20 | Human Anatomy | 4 | |
| BIOL 22 | Human Physiology | 5 | |
| CHEM 3A | Introductory General Chemistry | 4 | |
| CHEM 10 | Elementary Chemistry | 4 | |
| FN 35 | Nutrition and Health | 3 | |
| FN 40 | Nutrition | 3 | |
| HLTH 1 | Contemporary Health Issues | 3 | |
| HLTH 2 | First Aid and Safety | 3 | |
| KINES 22 | Introduction to Physical Education | 3 | |
| Select three units from the following: | |||
| Course | Course Description | Units | C-ID |
| DANCE 9 | Dance Conditioning | 1 | - |
| DANCE 10 | Modern Dance | 1 | - |
| DANCE 14 | Beginning Jazz Dance | 1 | - |
| DANCE 15 | Intermediate Jazz Dance Technique | 1 | - |
| DANCE 28 | Intermediate Modern Dance Technique | 1 | - |
| PE 2 | Aerobics (Dance, Step, or Water) | 1 | - |
| PE 6 | Fitness and Health | 1 | - |
| PE 7 | Golf | .5 | - |
| PE 8 | Martial Arts/Self Defense | 1 | - |
| PE 12 | Beginning Swim for Fitness | .5 | - |
| PE 12B | Intermediate Swim for Fitness | .5 | - |
| PE 14 | Volleyball | .5 | - |
| PE 15 | Weight Training | 1 | - |
| PE 15B | Advanced Weight Training | 1 | - |
| PE 16 | Fitness Walking | .5 | - |
| PE 18 | Floor Exercises | 1 | - |
| PE 19 | Weight Training and Aerobics | 1 | - |
| PE 19B | Advanced Weight Training and Aerobics | 1 | - |
| PE 29 | Yoga | 1 | - |
| PE 36B | Competitive Soccer | 3 | - |
| PE 36C | Off-Season Conditioning for Soccer | 1 | - |
| PE 43B | Competitive Swimming and Diving | 3 | - |
| PE 43C | Off-Season Conditioning for Swimming | 1 | - |
| PE 45 | Performance Training and Conditioning Techniques for Intercollegiate Athletics | 1-2 | - |
| PE 49 | Weight Training for Collegiate Athletes | 1 | - |
| PE 49A | Beginning Circuit Training | 1 | - |
| PE 71 | Soccer | .5 | - |
| Select additional units from the above areas to total at least 18 units: | |||
Program Learning Outcomes
- Plan, implement, practice, and measure appropriate fitness activities which promote improved levels of muscular strength and endurance, cardio-respiratory endurance, flexibility, and body composition.
- Acquire skills and/or knowledge of skill sets, demonstrate basic knowledge of rules and/or terminology, and identify necessary equipment for specific physical activities.
- Recognize the relationship between physical activity and physical wellness.
- Recognize the impact physical activity has on cognitive functioning and/ or emotional wellness.
- Recognize the social and financial implications of inadequate physical activity.
*Please note that some of the PE courses are .5 units each
Faculty Advisor(s): Becky Allen
