Physical Education

To provide students with the knowledge they need for employment in recreation and leisure services.

• Students will achieve employment in a recreation or leisure services setting.
• Students will demonstrate a broad knowledge of recreation theory and practice.
• Students will demonstrate an understanding of safety procedures and liability issues in recreation settings.>
• Students will demonstrate an ability to develop program plans and recreation activity plans.

To provide students with the skills they need for employment in recreation and the leisure services.

• Students will demonstrate competence in leading a variety of recreational activities with various populations.
• Students will demonstrate through their interaction with persons served an awareness of the inherent worth and dignity of individuals.
• Students will demonstrate an ability to encourage and value client self-determination.

To provide students with an opportunity to communicate in professional and academic environments.

• Students will demonstrate the ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing in academic and professional settings.
• Students will demonstrate understanding and application of professional ethics and behaviors.
• Students will be able to identify and describe their own recreation preferences and leadership style and explain the impact each has on persons served.

To provide students with an understanding of the process and methods of social science research.

• Students will demonstrate an understanding of the principles and theories of scientific psychology, particularly the methods of social science research used in the recreation and leisure services field.

To prepare students for transfer to related bachelors programs.

• Students will transfer with full junior level status
• Students will maintain or improve their GPA at the transfer institution.

To prepare students to demonstrate information literacy.

• Students will use traditional and contemporary information technology.
• Students will identify, access, and appropriately use authoritative sources of information.

This course develops the skills necessary to improve success in college. It covers general College procedures, time management and study skills, and specific student responsibilities. Collaborative projects are included. Corequisites: This course must be taken in the student’s first fifteen hours of study.

This course focuses on self-expressive, informative, and argumentative/persuasive writing. Emphasis is placed on the composition of clear, correct, and effective prose required in a variety of professions and occupations. Prerequisites: The required developmental reading (DS050 Developmental Reading, DS051 Essential Reading & Study Skills, or DS080 Study Reading), or SL115 ESL4: Advanced Reading, and/or writing courses (EN099 Introduction to College English or SL116 ESL4: Advanced Composition) or permission of the instructor or designee.

This course explores the form and function of human body systems for non-science students. It stresses normal and abnormal life processes as well as the philosophy and history of science including the scientific method. Laboratory exercises complement lecture topics, which include the study of cells and tissues, and the nervous, cardiovascular, respiratory, and reproductive systems. Dissections are required in the laboratory.

This course introduces the history, theory, and philosophy of the recreation movement and its relation to individuals and the groups in our changing society. Emphasis is placed on an orientation to recreation as a vocation within the structure of community recreation (governmental, public, and commercial).

This course introduces the history, theory, and philosophy of the recreation movement and its relation to individuals and groups in our changing society. Emphasis is placed on an orientation to recreation leadership as a vocation within the structure of community recreation (governmental, quasi public, and commercial). RE102 Recreation Safety & Liability C-3, Cr-3 This course provides an understanding of the risk management process in recreation programming and facility management. Emphasis is placed on the concepts of liability and negligence as related to the leisure delivery services system,with a focus on risk reduction and increased safety. Studies will culminate in completion of group-assigned risk management plans. RE105 Recreation Leadership and Activity Development C-2,P-2,Cr-3 This course develops skills and techniques used in leading individual and group activities for all ages. The eleven program areas in the field of Recreation and Leisure are covered. Emphasis is placed on developing lesson plans and presenting activities. Field trips are included.No prerequisite.

This course develops skills and techniques used in leading individual and group activities for all ages. The eleven program areas in the field of Recreation and Leisure are covered. Emphasis is placed on developing lesson plans and presenting activities. Field trips are included.

This course provides knowledge of relevant computer skills and a solid foundation in the terminology and concepts of computer technology. Experience is provided with a variety of microcomputer software applications, including word processing, electronic spreadsheets, graphics, file management, and integrated software. Concepts and terms focus on preparing for a technologically oriented society and using the computer as a tool for productivity, research, and communication.

A wide variety of credit courses including but not limited to swimming, fitness center, badminton, tennis, golf, bowling and aerobic dance.

This course encourages a deeper understanding of human nature and the human condition through the study of ideas and values expressed in imaginative literature and a full-length book of nonfiction. Emphasis is placed on the use and development of critical thinking and language skills. Library-oriented research is required. Prerequisites: EN101 English 1: Composition.

This course increases appreciation and interest in human interaction with other organisms and with the physical environment. Topics include basic ecological concepts as well as human impact on the earth with an emphasis on selected environmental problems (i.e. natural resource use, pollution, wildlife conservation, agriculture, hazardous waste etc.). The laboratory component supplements lecture topics by providing practical experiences. Field experiences are required.

This course provides an understanding of the risk management process in recreation programming and facility management. Emphasis is placed on the concepts of liability and negligence as related to the leisure delivery services system, with a focus on risk reduction and increased safety. Studies culminate in completion of group-assigned risk management plans.

This course investigates the field of outdoor recreation and leisure. Outdoor activities develop knowledge of group dynamics and leadership skills. Federal, state, and private programs are studied through field trips and speakers. There is a strong focus on today’s environment and its effect on outdoor activity. Corequisite: RE102 Recreation Safety and Liability.

Elective on advice of advisor.

This course is an introduction to public speaking. It emphasizes the fundamentals of preparing, organizing, supporting, and delivering the speech based on factual material. It includes topic selection, audience analysis, fact vs. opinion, outlining, supporting material, and visual support. Informative, demonstrative, and persuasive speeches are presented. Elements of interpersonal communication, logic, and persuasion are discussed. Prerequisite: EN101 English 1: Composition.

This course provides the opportunity to gain supervised practical experience in a recreation setting related to an area of professional interest. In addition to 90 hours of field experience, participation in a weekly seminar is required. Prerequisites: RE102 Recreation Safety and Liability, RE105 Recreation Activity and Leadership Development or Department Head permission.

This course explores leisure delivery services designed to meet the needs of special populations in unique structured settings and community placements. Emphasis is placed on understanding the five functional domains in relation to the individual’s need for recreation and leisure services. Community involvement, lesson planning, and leading activities are required. Corequisite: RE105 Recreation Activity and Leadership Development.

This course introduces the many and varied facets of psychology. Emphasis is on interactions of individuals in their cultural, social, and economic environments as determined by their cognitive, behavioral, and emotional experiences and training.

Elective on advice of advisor.

This course provides knowledge and skills for handling most situations that require emergency first-aid care. It provides the opportunity to work toward National Safety Council First Aid/CPR certifications as well as automated external defibrillation (AED) skills.

This course provides a continuation of the supervised experience in recreational settings. Greater initiative and responsibility are assumed at the internship site. In addition to 90 hours of field experience, participation in a weekly seminar is required. Corequisite: RE205 Recreation Internship 1, or permission of the Department Head.

This course applies activity, leadership, and risk management skills to leisure programming and facility management. Emphasis is placed on current programming and management concepts. Topics include personnel management; budgeting and purchasing practices; maintenance and repairs related to equipment, supplies, and facilities; program formats and scheduling techniques; and the evaluation process. Prerequisites: RE105 Recreation Activity and Leadership Development and RE106 Outdoor Recreation and Leisure Activities, or Department Head permission.

This course gives an understanding of and a feeling for the society in which we live. The concepts and theories discussed relate to humanity, its culture and society, and to those forces that contribute to the smooth operation of this society as well as those forces that contribute to conflict and social problems. Topics include culture, socialization, stratification, population, and patterns of social organization.

Elective on advice of advisor.

Elective on advice of advisor.

Elective on advice of advisor.