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PES 300 Wilderness Experience for Leadership Development

A course on leadership skills with applications for traditional and alternative learning environments which istaught in the context of a seven-day wilderness expedition.

Credits
3(2-2)

Prerequisites

None

Corequisites

None.

PES 301 Exercise Psychology

An overview of exercise psychology, introducing a broad base of knowledge of how to alter exercise-related behaviors and understand psychological outcomes of physical activity. May be offered as Writing Intensive. Recommended: HSC 106QR  or PES 186QR or PSY 100. (University Program Group III-A: Behavioral Sciences)

 

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

None

Corequisites

None.

PES 302 Fundamentals of Motor Learning

Components of successful motor performance, theories of learning, nervous system function, practice methods, teaching methodology, and psychological concepts related to physical education, coaching, and rehabilitation. Prerequisites: Completion of at least 24 credit hours; Recommended: PES 115, PSY 100.

Credits
3(3-0)

Corequisites

None.

PES 303 Physical Education Program for Grades 4-6

Foundations for planning physical education for grades 4-6. Studies of developmental characteristics of children grades 4-6 are used to plan physical education programs. Prerequisite: PES 203.

Credits
3(2-2)

Prerequisites

PES 203

Corequisites

None.

PES 304 Youth Sports and Diverse Learners

Comprehensive study of problems involved in organizing and coaching youth sports. Investigation into coaching youth athletes of diverse backgrounds. Recommended: PSY 100 or SOC 100 or SOC 201. (University Program Group IV-A: Studies in Discrimination)

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

None

Corequisites

None.

PES 305 Physical Activity and Wellness within Nordic Culture

An investigation of physical activity behaviors and wellness status of the Nordic culture, one of the most physically active and fit cultures in the world. Recommended: HSC 106QR; PES 186QR; SOC 100; SOC 201, junior standing. (University Program Group IV-B: Studies in Cultures Outside the Anglo-American Tradition)

Credits
3(3-0)

PES 311 Psychology of Coaching

A study of the interaction between psychological variables and performance in sports and physical activity. Coaching applications are emphasized. This course may be offered in an online format. Pre/Co- requisite: PES 255. Prerequisite: PES 125.

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

PES 125

Corequisites

None.

PES 313 Elementary Physical Education Methods and Materials

Methods and applications of planning and teaching elementary physical education including individual and group activities, fitness activities, modified sport and precursors to lifetime activities. Prerequisites: PES 215.

Credits
2(2-0)

Corequisites

None.

PES 318 Social, Historical, & Global Issues in Sport

A critical examination of sport through prevailing theories in sport sociology. Historical perspectives will also be addressed. Prerequisites: minimum 56 credits.

Credits
3(3-0)

PES 319 Women and Sport

An investigation of the motivational and social implications of women's participation in sport. Identical to WGS 319. Credit may not be earned in more than one of these courses.

Credits
2(2-0)

Prerequisites

None

Corequisites

None.

Cross Listed Courses

WGS 319

PES 321 ARC Lifeguard Certification

The CMU lifeguard course provides ARC lifeguarding, CPR, and first aid certifications necessary to consider lifeguarding at a swimming pool or non-surf beach. This course may be offered in a hybrid format. Prerequisites: swim 500 yards continuously; surface dive to 9 feet and recover a 10 pound diving brick; surface dive to 5 feet and swim underwater for 15 yards; tread water for 1 minute.

Credits
3(Spec)

Corequisites

None.

PES 322 Applied Skills & Methods - Team Sports

Emphasis on the development and use of skills and strategies in lifetime team sports. Methods for teaching skills and strategies are a major emphasis. Prerequisites: PES 105, 115; successful completion of departmental Sports Skill Competency Assessment Program (SSCAP).

Credits
2(2-0)

Prerequisites

PES 105, PES 115; successful completion of departmental Sports Skill Competency Assessment Program (SSCAP)

Corequisites

None.

PES 324 Applied Skills & Methods - Rhythmic Activities

Enable students to plan and implement effective rhythmic movement experiences for students across the K-12 curriculum. Prerequisites: PES 215.

Credits
2(2-0)

Prerequisites

PES 215

Corequisites

None.

PES 328 Sport Analytics II

Sport Analytics II enhances theory, development, and application of quantitative data. The analytics field in the sport industry has seen significant growth through technological advancements. Prerequisites: PES 218QR for Sport Management Majors/Minors (with a minimum grade of B-); students from other areas of academic study across campus may also be admitted to the course if they have completed a 200-level QR course with a grade of B- or higher.

 

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

PES 218QR for Sport Management Majors/Minors (with a minimum grade of B-); students from other areas of academic study across campus may also be admitted to the course if they have completed a 200-level QR course with a grade of B- or higher.

Corequisites

None.

PES 330 Human Movement Studies

An integrated study of human movement including principles and assessment of applied human movement, and mechanical principles and movement patterns related to sport skills. Prerequisite: HSC 211.

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

HSC 211

Corequisites

None.

PES 335 Principles of Effective Coaching Instruction

Principles of effective instruction as they apply to assisting athletes in becoming proficient performers. This course may be offered in online format. Pre/Co-requisite: PES 255.

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

None

Corequisites

None.

PES 338 Teaching Group Fitness

Presents the basic methods used in teaching current group fitness techniques. Prerequisites: HSC 211 or HSC 214, 215; One of: PED 186, PES 186, HSC 106.

Credits
2(2-0)

Prerequisites

HSC 211 or HSC 214, HSC 215; One of: PED 186, PES 186, HSC 106

Corequisites

None.

PES 340 Esport Event Management

An introduction to the fundamentals of Esport event management combined with a supervised experience of best practices for planning and executing an event. Prerequisites: Junior status and PES 175.

Credits
3(Spec)

PES 347 Organization and Administration of Special Olympic Games

Study of the philosophy, organization, and administration of the Special Olympics, with emphasis on the Michigan Games. Class participants assume administrative roles for the annual games.

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

None

Corequisites

None.

PES 360 Sport Sales & Marketing

An in-depth study of the nature, scope and significance of sales and marketing within the sport industry. Prerequisites: PES 119, PES 180 both with a B- or better.

Credits
3(3-0)

PES 364 Sports Officiating

Theoretical and practical experience in officiating high school sports. Fall: football, basketball, soccer; Spring: track and field, baseball, softball, volleyball; other sports on demand.

Credits
1-6(Spec)

Prerequisites

None

Corequisites

None.

PES 373 Esport in Society

This course examines the sociological factors that influence esport in our society. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisite: 56 Credits. (University Program III-B: Studies in Social Structures)

Credits
3(3-0)

PES 380 Sport Communication & Mass Media

Students are provided theory and concepts to examine the role of public relations, communication, and mass media in the sport industry. Prerequisites: PES 119, PES 180 both with a B- or better.

Credits
3(3-0)

PES 387 Physical Education for the Physically Impaired

Description of orthopedic and physical impairment. Interrelationships of physical, social, and emotional aspects. Development of activity experiences that are appropriate for specific impairments. Prerequisite: PES 386.

Credits
3(2-2)

PES 390 Practicum in Physical Education and Coaching

Offers the student an opportunity to assist in on-campus and off-campus experiences in the areas of sport, dance, intramurals or aquatics, etc. CR/NC only. Prerequisites: Permission of the department chairperson and HPE 215WI. This course requires an affiliation agreement with the chosen site.


Credits
1-3(Spec)

PES 391 Independent Study

Independent research on a special problem or problems. CR/NC only. Prerequisite: permission of department chairperson.

Credits
1-6(Spec)

Prerequisites

permission of department chairperson

Corequisites

None.

PES 395 Pre-Student Teaching Field Experience

Students observe an experienced physical educator and perform teaching functions under the direction of an elementary, middle, or high school teacher. CR/NC only. Prerequisites: PES 315; Admission to Teacher Education.

Credits
1(Spec)

Prerequisites

PES 315; Admission to Teacher Education

Corequisites

None.