Physical Education

Physical Education Associate in Arts Degree 2021-2022

(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, racket 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:

Required Core:
Course Course Description Units
BIOL 5 Human Biology 4
Complete a minimum of 8 units from the following:
Course Course Description Units
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 2
KINES 22 Introduction to Physical Education 3
Select three units from the following:
Course Course Description Units
DANCE 9 Dance Conditioning 1
DANCE 10 Modern Dance 1
DANCE 12A Ballet 1
DANCE 14 Beginning Jazz Dance 1
DANCE 15 Intermediate Jazz Dance Technique 1
DANCE 28 Intermediate Modern Dance Technique 1
PE 2 Aerobics  1
PE 6 Fitness and Health 1
PE 7 Golf .5
PE 8 Martial Arts/Self Defense 1
PE 12 Beginning Swim for Fitness 1
PE 12B Intermediate Swim for Fitness 1
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 32B Competitive Cross Country 3
PE 32C Off Season Conditioning for Cross Country 1
PE 36B Competitive Soccer 3
PE 36C Off-season Conditioning for Soccer 1
PE 36D Athletic Recovery .5
PE 39B Competitive Track and Field 3
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 1

Additional Information

Notes:

*Select additional units from above areas to total at least 18 units.

Program Learning Outcomes:

  1. Plan, implement, practice, and measure appropriate fitness activities that promote improved levels of muscular strength and endurance, cardio-respiratory endurance, flexibility, and body composition.
  2. Acquire skills and/or knowledge of skill sets, demonstrate basic knowledge of rules and/or terminology, and identify necessary equipment for specific physical activities.
  3. Recognize the relationship between physical activity and physical wellness.
  4. Recognize the impact physical activity has on cognitive functioning and/ or emotional wellness.
  5. Recognize the social and financial implications of inadequate physical activity.

Faculty Advisor(s): Ramirez

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