Physical Education at Ozarks

Course Descriptions

PHE 1002 PHYSICAL WELLNESS
This course will focus on the concepts of physical fitness as they pertain to wellness. Physical wellness will address health-related physical fitness, exercise, physical activity, nutritional health, weight management, and healthy lifestyles.

PHE 1013 INTRODUCTION TO PHYSICAL EDUCATION
This introductory course for physical education majors provides an overview of the profession and introduces the student to physical fitness, physical education and sport, philosophies and nature of human movement. The course provides an orientation to careers linked to the discipline: physical educator, coach, athletic trainer, fitness coordinator, sports manager or sports communicator.

PHE 1023 HEALTH AND SAFETY
Basic concepts and principles of healthful life styles are explored in order to give the student a better understanding of himself and his relationships to others. Emphasis on the skill development for making responsible decisions regarding mental and emotional health, handling stress, drugs, human sexuality, nutrition, and roles as a parent and/or teacher.

PHE 2003 PHYSICAL EDUCATION MAJORS CLASS
This course is designed for physical education majors only with emphasis on skill development and approaches to teaching selected activities. Individual, dual, and team activities will be included. Prerequisite: PHE 1013 Introduction to Physical Education.

PHE 2013 ANATOMY
This course deals with the various systems of the human body. The systems are studied with regard to their basic parts and functions. Some of the areas to be studied are the skeleton, joints, muscular system, respiratory system, circulatory system, digestive system, urinary system, endocrine system, and nervous system.

PHE 2023 FIRST AID
This course provides instruction in the fundamental principles and practices in first aid as provided by the American National Red Cross. It is intended to prepare students with the necessary first aid knowledge and training so they will be able to provide immediate care to an ill or injured person. The course will address safety awareness in the home, at play, at work, and on the streets and highways.

PHE 2503 DRUG EDUCATION
A course designed to acquaint students with various drugs and their effects on the human body. Also included will be a study of drug abuse and its impact on individuals and society. Some of the areas to be covered are - addiction, treatment, agencies involved in prevention and public awareness.

PHE 2603 HUMAN PHYSIOLOGY
Human physiology was developed to provide a fundamental understanding of the systems and organs relevant for human physical activity. Discussions will include the cardiovascular system, muscular system, respiratory physiology, digestion and metabolism.

PHE 3003 NUTRITION
The aim is to present the basic facts and fundamental concepts of nutrition. Topics included are nutrients; carbohydrate, fats and proteins; vitamins and minerals; energy balance and weight control; and nutrition throughout the life cycle.

PHE 3013 THEORY OF COACHING ATHLETICS
This course is designed to provide the prospective coach with different coaching philosophies, for developing appropriate relations with girls and boys of various ages, for equipment and facility care, for understanding fundamental physical training techniques, for techniques of skill development, and for developing team strategies and tactics.

PHE 3023 PHYSICAL EDUCATION FOR THE CHILD
This course explores the nature of children, goals and objective of preschool, primary, and middle level physical education. The student will become familiar with philosophies, lesson and unit planning, teaching and learning processes, and evaluation procedures of physical education for children. This course will also cover personal health skills, fundamental skills, specialized motor skills, and sport skills appropriate for the child. Concurrent with PHE 1411 Rhythmic Activities and Lead-up Games.

PHE 3033 MENTAL AND EMOTIONAL HEALTH
This course is designed to enable students to anticipate and prepare for handling stressful situations which are common in our world today. Attention will be given to recognizing "symptoms" of minor maladjustment both for selfunderstanding and understanding of others. The course is elective for fulfillment of certification for teaching health.

PHE 3043 METHODS OF TEACHING PHYSICAL EDUCATION IN SECONDARY SCHOOLS
The basic purpose of this course is to prepare the secondary physical education instructor to teach students in the grades seven through twelve the necessary skills, attitudes and facts to enable students to participate in a variety of physical activities which would be satisfying physically, mentally, emotionally and socially. This course includes such topics as classification of students, organization of classes, choice and selection of material, the making of lesson plans, and techniques of teaching activities.

PHE 3063 HEALTH EDUCATION
This course deals with the various phases and content in the public school health program. The main area of emphasis is upon the methods of teaching and presenting these various health subjects. Some of the areas covered are nutrition, mental health, drug education, environment health, and physical fitness.

PHE 3073 CARE AND PREVENTION OF ATHLETIC INJURIES
This course is designed to prepare coaches in the prevention, care, recognition, and management of athletic injuries. Topics of emphasis include the set-up and design of an athletic training facility, research in sports medicine related topics, and understanding the profession of athletic training. This course also focuses on hands-on skills such as preventive taping and emergency splinting. Prerequisite: PHE 2013 Anatomy.

PHE 3103 PRINCIPLES OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION
An in-depth study of the basic principles of physical education. These principles include the areas of fitness, the profession, and the function of physical education in our society.

PHE 3123 KINESIOLOGY
This course is a study of the function/action of skeletal muscles, analysis of human motion as related to sport activities, and the biomechanics of human motion and sport techniques. Prerequisites: PHE 1023 Health and Safety and PHE 2013 Anatomy.

PHE 3223 MEASUREMENT AND EVALUATION
This course is an introduction to measurement theory and selection of appropriate tests for the physical educator. Test construction, interpretation of tests, and evaluation of results are explored in the cognitive, psychomotor and affective domains, as well as physical fitness and sports skills.

PHE 3303 FITNESS PROGRAMMING
This course will include theory and application of fitness assessment, prescription and programming for typical adults. Prerequisite: Consent from the Instructor.

PHE 4003 ADAPTIVE PHYSICAL EDUCATION
A study of methods and principles involved in teaching physical education in a mainstreamed setting or physical education class for handicapped students. Study of the implications of the law PL 94-142, and the relationships among professionals in education, medicine, psychology, and social work will be covered. Field practicum included.

PHE 4023 ORGANIZATION AND ADMINISTRATION OF HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Provides exploration of the areas of director responsibility, curricular development, and community relations in both health and physical education programs. A section of the course deals with the administration of interscholastic athletics and an intramural program. Prerequisites: PHE 1023 Health and Safety, PHE 3013 Theory of Coaching Athletics, and Junior or Senior standing.

PHE 4103 PHYSIOLOGY OF EXERCISE
The study of effects of exercise on the various systems of the body. The course will involve effects before, during and after exercise. Long-term results of exercise will also be included. Laboratory experiences are included.

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