PED 101- Fundamentals of Physical Activity I
Presents principles underlying the components of physical fitness. Utilizes conditioning activities involving cardiovascular strength and endurance, respiratory efficiency, muscular strength, and flexibility. May include fitness assessment, nutrition and weight control information, and concepts of wellness.
Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: None
Credit Hours: 2 | Lecture Hours: 1 | Lab Hours: 2 | Contact Hours: 3
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PED 107- Exercise and Nutrition I
Provides for the study and application of fitness and wellness and their relationship to a healthy lifestyle. Defines fitness and wellness, evaluates the student's level of fitness and wellness. Students will incorporate physical fitness and wellness into the course and daily living. A personal fitness/wellness plan is required for the 2 credit course. Part I of II.
Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: None
Credit Hours: 1 | Lecture Hours: 0 | Lab Hours: 2 | Contact Hours: 2
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PED 109- Yoga
Focuses on the forms of yoga training emphasizing flexibility.
Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: None
Credit Hours: 2 | Lecture Hours: 1 | Lab Hours: 2 | Contact Hours: 3
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PED 111- Weight Training I
Focuses on muscular strength and endurance training through individualized workout programs. Teaches appropriate use of weight training equipment. Part I of II.
Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: None
Credit Hours: 2 | Lecture Hours: 1 | Lab Hours: 2 | Contact Hours: 3
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PED 117- Fitness Walking
Teaches content and skills needed to design, implement, and evaluate an individualized program of walking, based upon fitness level.
Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: None
Credit Hours: 1 | Lab Hours: 2 | Contact Hours: 2
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PED 129- Self-Defense
Examines history, techniques, and movements associated with self-defense. Introduces the skills and methods of self-defense emphasizing mental and physical discipline.
Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: None
Credit Hours: 2 | Lecture Hours: 1 | Lab Hours: 2 | Contact Hours: 3
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PED 168- Basic Personal Trainer Preparation
Introduces the skills and knowledge required to become a personal trainer. Includes the principles of individual weight management, personal wellness, and the skills necessary for the creation of a fitness program for potential clients.
Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: None
Credit Hours: 3 | Lecture Hours: 2 | Lab Hours: 2 | Contact Hours: 4
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PED 190- Coordinated Internship
Supervises on-the-job training in selected business, industrial or service firms coordinated by the college.
Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: PED 168
Credit Hours: 2 | Lab Hours: 10 | Contact Hours: 10
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