PED 105 Swimming Instruction and Conditioning
The purpose of this course is to acclimate students to the skills of swimming. The student will learn about the aquatic environment, major stroke techniques, basic water safety skills, spinal injury management, and diving skills.
1 credit

PED 100-400 Varsity Sports Courses
For all students who participate in a varsity sport. These physical education courses are announced each term in the class schedule. No more than four of these credits may be used to fulfill graduation requirements.
1 credit

PED 157 CPR/AED and First Aid
The purpose of this course is to teach the skills needed to respond appropriately to breathing and cardiac emergencies and to help the student identify and eliminate potentially hazardous conditions, recognize emergencies, and make appropriate decisions for first aid care. Upon completion of this course students receive American Red Cross certifications in CPR for the professional rescuer, AED, and standard first aid.
1 credit

PED 159 Personal and Community Health
The study of community and environmental health along with emphasis on social, physical, emotional, spiritual, occupational, and mental wellness as they relate to the total person concept of health.
3 credits

PED 160 Varsity Sport Field Experience
Introductory field experience for those students interested in pursuing a career in the coaching profession. Includes 20-60 clock hours of assisting varsity coaches with their various coaching responsibilities.
1-3 credits

PED 221 Professional Activities I
The development of knowledge and skills necessary to teach activities taught in the physical education classroom at the elementary level with emphasis on the following activities: dance, basic tumbling, and fine motor skills development activities. The student will be required to observe teachers in the classroom setting.
2 credits

PED 222 Professional Activities II
The development of knowledge and skills necessary to teach the activities presented in a physical education classroom at both the middle school and high school levels with emphasis on the following activities: aquatics, individual and dual sports, team sports, fitness testing, orienteering, and others related activities. The student will observe classroom activities at the middle school and high school level. 
2 credits

PED 235 Motor Development
The study of the motor skill development process as it pertains to the development and improvement of children's motor skills. Prerequisite: EDU 201.
2 credits

PED 267 Human Sexuality
The study of the biological, social, and emotional aspects of human sexuality. Prerequisite: PED 159.
2 credits

PED 303 Secondary Methods - Physical Education
This course is designed to familiarize students with managerial, instructional, and institutional responsibilities of a middle school and/or secondary physical education teacher. This course is delivered by licensed teachers in middle schools and/or high schools in the Bismarck area. Concurrent registration with EDU 310 is required. Prerequisites: EDU 301, 320, and 391.
2 credits

PED 305 Elementary Physical Education Methods
The study of the methods utilized in teaching physical education at the elementary level. For physical education majors, this course must be taken with PED 339. Elementary education majors must register concurrently with EDU 300. Prerequisites: Physical education majors must have completed all 100- and 200-level PED courses. Elementary education majors must be enrolled in all Block I courses.
2 credits

PED 313 Adaptive Physical Education
The study of the philosophy, knowledges, teaching techniques, and implementation of a quality adapted physical education program for students with special needs in both inclusive and small group settings. Students will learn about a large variety of disabilities and conditions, and their impact on the child’s educational process.
2 credits

PED 326 Psychological and Sociological Aspects of Coaching
This course is designed to help future coaches explore important theoretical and applied information on sport psychology as well as the social importance of sport. The learners will gain insight into the many intangibles of coaching that, until now, could be learned only through the trial and error of experience. The course addresses the following important topics for optimizing human and team performance: personality, anxiety, motivation, goal setting, and team cohesion.
2 credits

PED 339 Elementary Physical Education Practicum
A supervised practical experience in the teaching of physical education classes at the elementary level. Concurrent registration with PED 305 required for all physical education majors. Prerequisite: Completion of all 100- and 200-level PED courses.
1 credit

PED 343 Coaching Practicum
A supervised coaching practicum with an assigned middle school or high school coach in a sport that is of interest to the student.
1 credit

PED 360 Biomechanics and Kinesiological Studies
This course focuses on the study of the anatomical and mechanical aspects of human movement with emphasis on how the body utilizes reflexes, contractions, and mechanics. Students will be required to conduct human movement analysis for the purpose of helping students, athletes, and patients develop efficient movement patterns.
4 credits

PED 370 Coaching Methods
This course is designed to help future courses explore practical, theoretical, psychological, and social aspects of sports. The learners will gain insight into the many intangibles of coaching that, until now, could be learned only through the trial and error of experience. The course addresses the differences in levels of competitive sports, the personal roles coaches should exhibit, the professional roles expected, and the organizational influences on the world of a coach.
2 credits

PED 401 Administration of Physical Education and Athletics
The study of principles and practices in the administration of sound physical education and athletic programs. Emphasis is on staff development, facilities and equipment, administrative procedures and legal implications that apply to both physical education and athletic programs. Prerequisite: Senior standing in physical education major or coaching minor.
2 credits

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