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PXS 111 INTRODUCTION TO EXERCISE SCIENCE
(1 s.h.)
This course introduces students to the field of Exercise
Science and the department of Physical Education and Exercise
Science at Methodist University. Classroom and Laboratory
experiences will familiarize the student with the Exercise
program and its specific academic components and career
or graduate school opportunities. Advisement issues and
basic computer competencies will be addressed. This course
is offered every semester.
PXS 203 INTRODUCTION TO PHYSICAL EDUCATION
(1 s.h.)
A basic introduction to Physical Education, including the
philosophical and historical foundations of physical education.
Emphasis is also placed on helping to familiarize the students
with the majors and in becoming professionals in physical
education. This course if offered both Fall and Spring semesters.
PXS 209 SPORT PEDAGOGY I (3 s.h.)
The first of three courses in pedagogy sequence is designed
to explore the teaching-learning process and develop teaching
skills. This course focuses specifically on the planning
and the implementation of developmentally appropriate physical
education programs in the elementary school. The course
is aligned with the NC Healthful Living curriculum. Prerequisite:
PXS 203 or permission of the instructor. This course is
offered every Spring.
PXS 217 FIRST AID/CPR (2 s.h.)
Introduction and practice in immediate and temporary care
of injuries and sudden illness, including administration
of CPR. Students seeking CPR certification will be asked
to pay a small additional fee. This course if offered both
Fall and Spring semesters.
PXS 240 HUMAN NUTRITION (3 s.h.)
The course discusses the fundamental biochemical and physiological
rationale for optimal nutrient intake for exercise. Applications
include exercises of varying intensity and duration, training
and recovery periods, and various sports. This course is
offered in the Fall semester.
PXS 285 KINETIC HUMAN ANATOMY (3 s.h.)
This course is designed to provide a foundation for students
to learn how anatomy affects movement of the human body.
The course will emphasize surface anatomy and the musculoskeletal
system including various structures, functions and mechanics
of the human body. Prerequisite: None. This course is offered
in the Spring semester.
PXS 286 SURVEY OF HUMAN PHYSIOLOGY &
DISEASES (3 s.h.)
This course is designed to prepare athletic training, physical
education, and sports management students with the basic
knowledge of human physiology and body systems. It will
also prepare athletic training, physical education, and
sports management students to recognize symptoms of common
human diseases, recognize factors which can contribute to
abnormalities and recognize the resultant complications
and dysfunctions. Prerequisite: None. This course is offered
every Fall semester.
PXS 290 PRINCIPLES OF PHYSICAL CONDITIONING
(3 s.h.)
Introduction to basic physical conditioning and fitness
concepts. Attention will be given to the development of
individual fitness programs based on a needs analysis; emphasizing
such topics as aerobic and anaerobic exercises, resistance
training techniques, specificity, safety and the associated
assessment methods and procedures. This course is a combination
of lecture and laboratory activities. This course if offered
every Fall semester.
PXS 300 PERSONAL AND COMMUNITY HEALTH
(3 s.h.)
Factors influencing health and the body systems and practices,
also programs affecting the development and maintenance
of physical and mental well-being. Designated writing enrichment
course for Physical Education and Exercise Science majors.
This course is offered every Fall.
PXS 306 ADAPTED PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND
EXERCISE FOR SPECIAL POPULATIONS (3 s.h.)
The nature of physical education services, administration
and instructional processes for specific disabilities, including
modification of activities, facilities, equipment, and the
development of I.E.P.’s. This course if offered every
Fall semester.
PXS 308 SPORT PSYCHOLOGY (3 s.h.)
Overview of psychological and sociological problems of leadership,
coaching, and motivation in competitive athletics, including
professional, intercollegiate, youth sport, character, aggression,
gender, race, class, and media. This course is offered every
Fall.
PXS 310 SCHOOL HEALTH (3 s.h.)
Designed to prepare students to be competent teachers of
comprehensive health education topics to school-ages children.
Students will learn to plan, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive
health education program for children in grades K-12. Prerequisite:
PXS 300. This course is offered every Fall.
PXS 311 HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION
IN THE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (3 s.h.)
This course familiarizes the student with the major concepts
of Healthful Living, including the foundations of good health,
benefits of a healthy lifestyle, and awareness of major
health issues related to children. Designed for elementary
education majors only. This course is offered every Spring.
PXS 312 BASIC BIOMECHANICS (3 s.h.)
The application of mechanical principles to the study of
the human body and the performance of motor skills. Prerequisites:
ATP/PXS 285 or BIO 306 and MAT 105. This course is offered
every Fall.
PXS 340 SPORT PEDAGOGY II (3 s.h.)
This is the second course in the pedagogy sequence and is
designed to explore the teaching-learning process and develop
teaching skills specifically for the middle school grades
(6-8). This course focuses specifically on the planning
and implementation of developmentally appropriate physical
education programs in the middle school. The course is aligned
with the NC Healthful Living curriculum. Prerequisites:
PXS 209 or permission of the instructor. This course is
offered every Fall semester.
PXS 341 SPORT PEDAGOGY III (3 s.h.)
This is the third course in the pedagogy sequence and allows
teacher candidates to refine their teaching skills prior
to student teaching. The course focuses on the high school
level of physical education grades (9-12). In high school
physical education students develop the skills necessary
to become physically active for a lifetime. The course is
aligned with the NC Healthful Living curriculum. Prerequisite:
PXS 209 and PXS 340 or permission of the instructor. This
course if offered every Spring semester.
PXS 373 EXERCISE SCIENCE OBSERVATION
(1 s.h.)
Observe professionals in fitness and/or healthcare industries
to gain experience working with members at accredited fitness
facilities, medical centers or school systems. Student will
be responsible for assuming an interactive role during the
field experience. A minimum of 40 hours in the field will
be required.
PXS 376 CARDIAC REHABILITATION OBSERVATION
I (1 s.h.)
Observe professionals in Physical Education and/or healthcare
industries to gain experience working with members at accredited
fitness or facilities, medical centers or assisted living
facilities. Student will be responsible for assuming an
interactive role during the field experience. A minimum
of 30 hours in the field will be required.
PXS 377 CARDIAC REHABILITATION OBSERVATION
II (1 s.h.)
Observe professionals in Physical Education and/or healthcare
industries to gain experience working with members at accredited
fitness facilities, medical centers or assisted living facilities.
Student will be responsible for assuming an interactive
role during the field experience. A minimum of 40 hours
in the field will be required.
PXS 378 CARDIAC REHABILITATION OBSERVATION
III (1 s.h.)
Observe professionals in Physical Education and/or healthcare
industries to gain experience working with members at accredited
fitness facilities, medical centers or assisted living facilities.
Student will be responsible for assuming an interactive
role during the field experience. A minimum of 40 hours
in the field will be required.
PXS 400 ORGANIZATION AND ADMINISTRATION
(3 s.h.)
Philosophical and methodological bases for organizing and
administering physical education, exercise science, recreation,
athletic, and sports related programs, including introduction
to the use of relevant computer applications. Designated
writing enrichment and computer intensive course for Physical
Education and Exercise Science majors. Prerequisite: PXS
203 or PXS 111 or ATP 111. This course is offered every
Spring.
PXS 404 PHYSIOLOGY OF EXERCISE (3 s.h.)
Basic metabolic processes occurring at the rest and during
exercise; dynamics of muscular contraction and circulation;
the relationship of nutrition to physical performance; and
effects of age, environment, and gender of physical activity.
Prerequisites: PXS 285. This course is offered every Spring.
PXS 405 MEASUREMENT AND EVALUATION (3
s.h.)
The development of competencies needed for evaluation in
Physical Education and Exercise Science and related programs
with emphasis on basic statistics, selection and administration
of standardized tests, and test construction; evaluation
of programs; and appropriate microcomputer applications.
Prerequisite: Completion of MAT 105 or higher. This course
is offered every Fall.
PXS 410 INSTRUCTOR TRAINING IN PERSONAL
TRAINING (3 s.h.)
This course involves evaluation of health behaviors and
risk factors, conducting fitness assessments, writing appropriate
exercise prescriptions, and motivating individuals to modify
negative habits and maintain a lifestyle that promotes personal
health and fitness. This course is offered every Spring.
Prerequisite: PXS 290
PXS 411 INSTRUCTOR TRAINING IN STRENGTH
AND CONDITIONING (3 s.h.)
This course involves evaluation of health behaviors at risk
factors, conducting fitness assessments, writing appropriate
exercise prescriptions and motivating individuals to modify
negative habits and maintain a lifestyle that promotes personal
health and fitness. Prerequisites: PXS 240, 290. This course
is offered every Fall.
PXS 412 EXERCISE PRESCRIPTION (3 s.h.)
Scientific foundations of conditioning, a life-span approach
with specific attention to exercise prescription for all
populations.
PXS 415 SEMINAR IN PHYSICAL EDUCATION
(1 s.h.)
This course will serve as a culminating course with emphasis
on examining each student’s educational program and
experiences and charting a path into their professional
future course. This course will be offered both Fall and
Spring semesters.
PXS 485 SPECIAL TOPICS: PHYSICAL EDUCATION
AND EXERCISE SCIENCE (1-3 s.h.)
Study of special topics of critical, contemporary concern
in Physical Education and Exercise Science. Prerequisite:
permission of the Department Chair. This course is offered
as needed.
PXS 492 EXERCISE SCIENCE INTERNSHIP (3
s.h.)
Each student, in consultation with the Department Chair
or Program Coordinator will arrange an internship at a departmentally
approved venue. 150 hours in the field will be required.
(Juniors or above). This course will be offered every Spring.
PXS 493 CARDIAC REHABILITATION INTERNSHIP
(3 s.h.)
Each student, in consultation with the Department Chair
or designee, will arrange a cardiac rehabilitation internship.
Options include working in a Physical Education facility,
assisted living facility or healthcare setting. 150 hours
in the field will be required.
PXS 499 INDEPENDENT STUDY IN PHYSICAL
EDUCATION AND EXERCISE SCIENCE (1-3 s.h.)
An opportunity for an upper-division student to engage in
special research in his/her major. Requires approval by
the faculty advisor, the supervising professor, the Department
Chair, and the Dean of the School of Sciences and Human
Development, before approval by the Vice-President of Academic
Affairs. Credit to be determined. This course is offered
as needed.
WEL 101 CPR/FITNESS (1 s.h.)
This course involves the investigation of efficiency of
human performance through the study of variables related
to fitness, diet, and weight control. Students will be exposed
to a variety of physical activities that can help improve
their personal level of physical fitness. Students will
also receive instruction in cardiopulmonary resuscitation
and may qualify for American Red Cross CPR certification.
Students will be expected to pay a small additional fee.
This course is offered both Fall and Spring semesters.
WEL 201 PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES (1 s.h.)
The courses in the 201 series are oriented toward promoting
the concept of physical activity as a way of life. Emphasis
is placed upon the role that physical activity should play
in today’s leisure-oriented societies. Activities
such as aerobic dance, badminton, basketball, dance, golf,
tennis, weight-training, and bowling are offered in various
combinations during the academic year. Participation in
some activities will require students to pay additional
fees. This course is offered both during the Fall and Spring
semesters.
WEL 218 CONCEPTS OF FITNESS AND NUTRITION
(3 s.h.)
Introduction to basic health and fitness concepts and related
topics, including CPR. Attention will be given to the development
of individual fitness programs emphasizing such topics as
aerobic and anaerobic exercises, nutrition, diet, stress
management, and assessment methods and procedures. The course
is a combination of lecture and laboratory activity. This
course is offered both Fall and Spring semesters.
WEL 235 INTERCOLLEGIATE SPORTS (1 s.h.)
Intercollegiate participation in baseball, basketball, cheerleading,
volleyball, lacrosse, tennis, golf, softball, soccer, track/field,
cross-country, and/or football. May be taken only one time for 1
credit hour. May not count toward the Wellness and Exercise Science
major. Must be taken in the semester the sport is in season. Pass/fail
credit. Prerequisite: Permission from the department head. This
course is offered both Fall and Spring semesters.
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