Physical Education

Adjunct Professors: Ricci, Shields, Wuyke; Adjunct Associate Professors: Benvenuti, Bishop, Bresnahan, J. Edmed, Kovach, Lavigne, Riker, Satran, Steele, Ward; Adjunct Assistant Professors: Cornell, Murphy, O′Brien, Wilson; Adjunct Instructor: Addison

All one-credit courses in physical education meet two hours each week for one-half semester only. For restrictions on the number of one-credit courses that can be applied toward the minimum degree requirements, see page 338 of the undergraduate catalog. Any student wishing to participate in any part of the program of physical education and/or intercollegiate sports is required to have a medical classification from the College Health Service. This regulation is necessary for the protection of the student as well as the College.

Courses

101, 102, 103, 104 PHYSICAL EDUCATION: THEORY AND PRACTICE Application of theory to practice of sports and recreational activities. Development of performance skill; attention to physiological and kinesiological aspects of physical movement; history of activity, competition and performance. Skill practice, lectures and assigned readings.

One hour of credit, marked as pass/not passed.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION 101B BEGINNING SWIMMING For the non-swimmer. Designed to give individuals confidence in the water and the ability to propel themselves forward.

Enrollment limited to 12 students. J.J. Addison

PHYSICAL EDUCATION 101C GOLF I Introduction to all basic clubs and the development of a fundamental golf swing.

Offered first half of first semester and second half of second semester. Special Fee. Enrollment limited to 12 students. D. Cornell, J. Ward

PHYSICAL EDUCATION 101D RUNNING FOR LIFETIME FITNESS An introduction to running as the foundation for a lifetime of fitness activity. Students will learn the basic principals of developing a sound and structured program of distance running, stretching, and core-strengthening exercises to support and maintain a healthy lifestyle.

Enrollment limited to 20 students. N. Bishop

PHYSICAL EDUCATION 101F INTERMEDIATE SWIMMING Improvement of strokes, conditioning, survival techniques, and springboard diving.

Enrollment limited to 12 students. J.J. Addison

PHYSICAL EDUCATION 101G FITNESS I A program of progressive exercise, including various forms of aerobic activity and resistance training intended to help the student (1) improve fitness level and (2) develop an understanding of the physiological mechanisms which are involved.

Offered first and second half of first and second semester. Enrollment limited to 24 students. R. Ricci, W. Wuyke

PHYSICAL EDUCATION 101H BEGINNING SAILING Basic sailing skills, boat and water safety, and self and partner rescue skills.

Offered first half of first semester. Enrollment limited to 12 students. J. Bresnahan

PHYSICAL EDUCATION 101I INTERMEDIATE SAILING A continuation of beginning sailing with emphasis on advanced sailing skills and boat and water safety.

Prerequisite: Course 101H, or permission of the instructor. Offered first half of first semester. Enrollment limited to 12 students. J. Bresnahan

PHYSICAL EDUCATION 101J MOUNTAIN BIKING The basics of trail riding and equipment maintenance. Use of local and regional trails for biking, including tours of local bike shops with presentations by professional repair technicians. This course will benefit all levels of mountain bikers.

Students must provide their own bikes. Enrollment limited to 12 students. J. Bresnahan

PHYSICAL EDUCATION 101L RACKET SPORTS: BEGINNING TENNIS Introduction to the fundamentals of stroke production.

Offered first half of first semester. Enrollment limited to 12 students. Staff

PHYSICAL EDUCATION 101M RACKET SPORTS: BEGINNING SQUASH Emphasis on basic skills, rules, strategy and competitive play.

Enrollment limited to 10 students. Offered first and second half of first semester. Staff

PHYSICAL EDUCATION 101N RACKET SPORTS: RACQUETBALL Emphasis on the skills of the game: rules, strategy and match play strategy.

Enrollment limited to six students. Offered first and second half of first semester and second half of second semester. M. Benvenuti, D. Lavigne, T. Satran

PHYSICAL EDUCATION 101P RACKET SPORTS: INTERMEDIATE TENNIS Emphasis on improving strokes and game play.

Enrollment limited to ten students. Offered second half of first semester. Staff

PHYSICAL EDUCATION 101Q RACKET SPORTS: ADVANCED TENNIS I Emphasis on match play strategy for singles and doubles. Stroke play on both sides forehand/backhand.

Enrollment limited to 12 students. Offered first half of second semester. Staff

PHYSICAL EDUCATION 101R RIDING This mounted class is aimed at developing the riders ability on a horse. Beginners will learn correct position and sound basics of horsemanship, while advanced instruction will be aimed at refining the rider's position and use of the aids. Huntseat and dressage instruction. Classes held off campus; special fee.

Permission of the instructor required. Offered both semesters. R. Luckhardt

PHYSICAL EDUCATION 101S ADVANCED BEGINNING RIDING A continuation of Course 101R.

Permission of the instructor required. Offered both semesters. Special fee. R. Luckhardt

PHYSICAL EDUCATION 101T INTERMEDIATE RIDING A continuation of Course 101S.

Permission of the instructor required. Offered both semesters. Special fee. R. Luckhardt

PHYSICAL EDUCATION 101V ADVANCED EQUITATION A continuation of Course 101T.

Permission of the instructor required. Offered both semesters. Special fee. R. Luckhardt

PHYSICAL EDUCATION 101W ATHLETIC TRAINING I Students will learn musculo-skeletal anatomy, how to evaluate injuries, how to differentiate between mild, moderate, and severe injuries, and how to treat and rehabilitate injuries. Athletic Training I focuses on basic first aid, and anatomy, injury evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of lower extremity injuries.

Enrollment required in 101X. Offered first half of first semester. Enrollment limited to 8 students. Staff

PHYSICAL EDUCATION 101X ATHLETIC TRAINING II This course continues the work begun in Athletic Training I. Students will learn anatomy, injury evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation techniques of the low back, shoulder, abdomen, and head and neck. Students will also learn to recognize and handle life threatening injuries.

Completion of 101W required. Offered second half of first semester. Enrollment limited to 8 students. Staff

PHYSICAL EDUCATION 101Z SKATING For beginners and intermediate skaters. Use of all four skating edges. Power skating skills.

Offered second half of first semester and first half of second semester. Enrollment limited to 25 students. J. Ward, K. Steele

PHYSICAL EDUCATION 102A ROWING/SCULLING Introduction to equipment, terminology and skills required to become competent in sculling in a recreational class boat. Emphasis on safety aspects of the sport of rowing. Participants must pass a swimming test.

Offered first half of first semester. Enrollment limited to 5students. R. Ricci

PHYSICAL EDUCATION 102B INDOOR ROWING Introduction in the most efficient use of the Concept II rowing ergometer to improve aerobic capacity, strength, and flexibility. No previous rowing experience necessary.

Enrollment limited to 16 students. R. Ricci

PHYSICAL EDUCATION 102D AQUA AEROBICS An individualized program of cardiovascular fitness through exercise to music, conducted in the pool.

Offered first half of first semester and second half of second semester. Enrollment limited to 12 students. Staff

PHYSICAL EDUCATION 102L RACKET SPORTS: BADMINTON This course emphasizes the introduction and review of the basic skills of the game, including rules, strategy and match play.

Enrollment limited to 8students. J. Bresnahan

PHYSICAL EDUCATION 102O ROCK CLIMBING Course will include rope safety, belayer set-up, belaying system, climber set-up, climbing commands, general safety and belaying the climber.

Offered second half of first semester and first half of second semester. Enrollment limited to 12 students. J. Edmed

PHYSICAL EDUCATION 102Q RACKET SPORTS: ADVANCED TENNIS II Concentration on teaching the concepts and strategies of doubles play.

Offered second half of second semester. Enrollment limited to 10 students. Staff

PHYSICAL EDUCATION 103M RACKET SPORTS: INTERMEDIATE AND ADVANCED SQUASH Designed to improve court positioning and match play strategy through drills and competition.

Enrollment limited to 12 students. Offered first half of second semester. Staff

PHYSICAL EDUCATION 104G FITNESS II A continuation of Course 101G. Intended to more thoroughly pursue the objectives of Fitness I. Students gain experience in designing a year-round fitness training regimen leading to optimal fitness. Designed to promote increased understanding of the value of fitness and enhancement of the quality of life through fitness.

Prerequisite: Completion of Course 101G. Offered first half of first semester and first half of second semester. Enrollment limited to 24 students. W. Wuyke

PHYSICAL EDUCATION 105 PHYSICAL EDUCATION: CERTIFICATION PROGRAMS AND COACHING

One hour of credit, marked as pass/not passed.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION 105E SCUBA DIVING An in-depth study of the skills and techniques of skin and scuba diving leading to NAUI certification in SCUBA diving. Classroom sessions, pool sessions, and five open-water dives are included in the course.

Offered both semesters. Special fee. Enrollment limited to 14 students. E. Rosacker

PHYSICAL EDUCATION 105L COMMUNITY FIRST AID AND SAFETY & CPR FOR THE PROFESSIONAL RESCUER

Phase One: Community First Aid and Safety curriculum leading to certifications in American Red Cross First Aid, Adult, Infant and Child CPR.

Phase Two: CPR for the Professional Rescuer curriculum leading to a certification in American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer.

Enrollment limited to 10 students. Offered second half of first semester and second half of second semester. Special fee. N. Bishop

TWO CREDIT COURSES

PHYSICAL EDUCATION 110 SPORTS LEADERSHIP An introduction and exploration of sports leadership including the discussion of personal values, leadership styles, leadership approaches, and team dynamics as relevant to teams and/or athletic organizations. Students will be required to formulate a leadership statement and apply it to their role as a team member or team leader.

Enrollment limited to 40 students. E. Kovach

FOUR CREDIT COURSES

PHYSICAL EDUCATION 124 ESSENTIALS OF FITNESS AND WELLNESS Exploration of the connections between physical, mental, emotional and social parameters of well-being. Topics include physical fitness, nutrition, diseases and defenses, use and abuse of alcohol and drugs, lifestyle management. Four credit hours.

Offered second semester. Enrollment limited to 25 students. D. Lavigne

PHYSICAL EDUCATION 130 THEORY OF COACHING A philosophical and conceptual approach to the coaching of sports and the related areas of coaching through readings and discussions. Observation of a coach or a team required. Designed to qualify the student to coach a specific sport in a school or recreation program. Four credit hours.

Prerequisite: Experience in high school, intramural or intercollegiate sports. Enrollment limited to 24 students. Offered second semester. J. Edmed

PHYSICAL EDUCATION 221 CONTEMPORARY ISSUES IN SPORT A basic introduction to the central issues of sport in our society. A study of the connection between sport and spheres of social life, including family, education, politics, the economy and the media. Understanding how sports participation informs the way people think about their own bodies, and about gender, social class, and race and ethnicity. Other topics include violence in sport, youth sport ethics and intercollegiate sport. Four credit hours.

Open to sophomores, juniors and seniors. Enrollment limited to 24 students. Offered second semester. Staff

PHYSICAL EDUCATION 291, 292 INDIVIDUAL STUDY Students must initiate an individual study with approval from a faculty adviser. A formal proposal must be presented to the department. The individual study may take the form of directed reading or research and writing and is supervised by a faculty member in the department.