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PEH-101--(1)
ADAPTIVE PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Introduces fundamental skills, modified recreational games, dance and fitness, and aquatics for the benefit of physical exercise and leisure-time activity. Fee is required. (2 contact hours)

PEH-105--(1)
PHYSICAL FITNESS
Prerequisite: HF3 100 - HFC Intro - The student must complete this mandatory session prior to beginning all course work and activity. A medical release may be required.. This course is designed to build fitness knowledge and level by introducing students to exercise workouts involving cardiovascular conditioning, weight training and flexibility. Students will learn to use free weights, weight machines and cardio exercise machines. Fee includes membership at Moraine Valley's Health Fitness Center. Fee is required. (2 contact hours)

PEH-107--(1)
INTRODUCTION TO GROUP FITNESS
This course is designed for students interested in learning and achieving fitness through cardiovascular, strength, and flexibility training at an introductory low level. Fee includes membership at the Moraine Valley Health Fitness Center. Fee is required. (2 contact hours)

PEH-108--(1)
WEIGHTLIFTING
Prerequisite: HF3 100 - HFC Intro - The student must complete this mandatory session prior to beginning all course work and activity. A medical release may be required.. This course is designed to give the student knowledge of weight training guidelines and basic skills, which will allow him/her to successfully perform an individual weightlifting program. Fee includes membership in the Moraine Valley Health Fitness Center. Fee is required. (2 contact hours)

PEH-110--(1)
BALLET I
Learn the principles of ballet and elements of technique, through barre and center work, to develop fundamental dance skills acquired through beginning dance techniques, combinations and choreography. Fee includes membership at Moraine Valley's Health Fitness Center. Fee is required. (2 contact hours)

PEH-111--(1)
BALLET II
Prerequisite: PEH-110. Continuation of beginning ballet with additional elements of technique, in barre and center work, to further develop fundamental ballet skills previously acquired into intermediate levels of dance techniques, combinations and choreography. Fee includes membership at Moraine Valley's Health Fitness Center. Fee is required. (2 contact hours)

PEH-112--(1)
JAZZ DANCE I
Learn the principles of jazz dance and elements of technique to develop fundamental jazz dance skills acquired through beginning dance techniques, combinations and choreography. Fee includes membership at Moraine Valley's Health Fitness Center. Fee is required. (2 contact hours)

PEH-113--(1)
JAZZ DANCE II
Prerequisite: PEH-112. Continuation of beginning jazz with addtional elements of technique and further development of fundamental jazz dance skills previously acquired into intermediate levels of dance techniques, combinations and choreography. Fee includes membership at Moraine Valley's Health Fitness Center. Fee is required. (2 contact hours)

PEH-117--(1)
MODERN CREATIVE DANCE I
This course teaches concepts of modern dance, creative movement, dance patterns and techniques. Explore qualities of movement, improvisation and ability to create and explore body awareness through movement and self expression. Fee includes membership at Moraine Valley's Health Fitness Center. Fee is required. (2 contact hours)

PEH-118--(1)
MODERN CREATIVE DANCE II
Prerequisite: PEH-117 or consent of instructor. Continuation of beginning modern dance with further exploration of creative movements, patterns, and the ability to create and explore body awareness through movement and self expression at an intermediate level. Fee includes membership at Moraine Valley's Health Fitness Center. Fee is required. (2 contact hours)

PEH-120--(1)
INTRODUCTION TO BODY/MIND FITNESS
Learn a progressive series of exercises designed to increase strength, flexibility, and balance for the body, mind, and spirit. Movements are derived from the classic disciplines of yoga, Pilates, traditional stretching, and meditation. The course foundation is in unified body training, core stabilization, and mindful movement. Fee inludes membership at Moraine Valley's Health Fitness Center. Fee is required. (2 contact hours)

PEH-130--(1)
BASKETBALL I
Covers knowledge, skills and strategies used in basketball. Fee is required. (2 contact hours)

PEH-131--(1)
VOLLEYBALL
Basic knowledge, fundamental skills and team strategies used in power volleyball are covered. Fee is required. (2 contact hours)

PEH-132--(2)
FUNDAMENTALS OF FOOTBALL
Learn offensive and defensive systems used in modern college football. Analyze new techniques and philosophies employed by modern coaches. Fee is required. (3 contact hours)

PEH-133--(1)
BASKETBALL II
Prerequisite: PEH-130. Skills, knowledge and strategies used in college-level competitive basketball are explored. Fee is required. (2 contact hours)

PEH-134--(2)
BASEBALL
Introduces basic baseball concepts, teaching progressions of fundamental baseball skills, team offensive and defensive strategies, and conditioning. Fee is required. (3 contact hours)

PEH-138--(1)
CARDIOVASCULAR CONDITIONING
Prerequisite: HF3-100 - HFC Intro - The student must complete this mandatory session prior to beginning all course work and activity. A medical release may be required.. This course is designed to help students develop and maintain cardio respiratory fitness through regular aerobic exercise using various types of cardiovascular equipment. Fee includes membership at Moraine Valley's Health Fitness Center. Fee is required. (2 contact hours)

PEH-140--(1)
WEIGHT TRAINING
Prerequisite: HF3 100 - HFC Intro - The student must complete this mandatory session prior to beginning all course work and activity. A medical release may be required.. This course is designed to help students develop their own weight training program by expanding their knowledge of weight training guidelines and principles for developing muscular strength, endurance, power and muscle symmetry through the use of free weights, weight machines and other training equipment. Fee includes membership at Moraine Valley's Health Fitness Center. Fee is required. (2 contact hours)

PEH-141--(1)
CLASSIC CARDIO FITNESS
This course is designed for students interested in achieving fitness through cardiovascular strength and flexibility training at low to moderate levels. Fee includes membership at Moraine Valley's Health Fitness Center. Fee is required. (2 contact hours)

PEH-142--(1)
CARDIO CROSS TRAINING
This course is designed for students interested in achieving fitness through cardiovascular conditioning, strength/endurance and flexibility training at low to moderate levels. Fee includes membership at Moraine Valley's Health Fitness Center. Fee is required. (2 contact hours)

PEH-143--(1)
AEROBICS III (LIFE FITNESS)
Designed for students who desire to improve the cardiovascular system using aerobic and calisthenic routines. This aerobic course combines low-impact with higher-impact aerobics for an energy-filled routine. Excellent for increasing muscle tone, cardiovascular fitness, and losing pounds and inches. Fee is required. (2 contact hours)

PEH-144--(1)
DANCE CARDIO FITNESS
This course is designed for students interested in achieving fitness through cardiovascular, strength and flexibility training at moderate to high levels, while engaging in a variety of dance styles and elements. Fee includes membership at Moraine Valley's Health Fitness Center. Fee is required. (2 contact hours)

PEH-150--(3)
INTRODUCTION TO PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Open to physical education majors, this course encourages professional understanding of the scope and nature of physical education and related fields. (3 contact hours)

PEH-151--(2)
LIFETIME ACTIVITIES, NET GAMES
Explore basic skills, strategies and rules of net games: badminton, tennis, paddleball and table tennis. Emphasizes teaching methods and techniques. Fee is required. (4 contact hours)

PEH-152--(2)
LIFETIME ACTIVITIES-CONDITIONING
Fundamentals of conditioning and aquatic activities, organization of programs and teaching methods are included. Fee is required. (4 contact hours)

PEH-153--(2)
LIFETIME ACTIVITIES-ARCHERY & GOLF
Explore basic form, techniques, terminology, and equipment used in archery and golf. Emphasizes teaching methods and course organization. Fee is required. (4 contact hours)

PEH-154--(2)
TEAM SPORTS
Learn basic skills, strategies, rules, and officiating procedures used in team sports such as basketball and volleyball. Emphasizes teaching methods and techniques. Fee is required. (4 contact hours)

PEH-160--(3)
FUNDAMENTALS OF HUMAN MOVEMENT
This course presents an analysis of human movement with emphasis on the muscular and skeletal systems. Topics covered include basic movement activities, human movement in sports and fitness and requirements of successful motor performance. Fee is required. (4 contact hours)

PEH-161--(4)
FITNESS METHODOLOGY
Prerequisite: Registration or credit in PEH-160. This course emphasizes the methodology and applications used with Cardio respiratory, muscular strength and endurance development, flexibility and relaxation training exercises. The course explores fitness through practical and theoretical application in basic physiology and kinesiology as it relates to movement and exercise. Fee is required. (5 contact hours)

PEH-162--(3)
FITNESS TESTING AND PROMOTION
Prerequisite: PEH-161. This course examines methods for testing and evaluating individual health status and fitness levels. Monitor, conduct and interpret fitness tests in cardiorespiratory, muscular strength/endurance, flexibility and body composition. Analyzes promotion as it relates to the fitness field including marketing, advertising, communications and public relations. Fee is required. (4 contact hours)

PEH-163--(3)
FITNESS PROGRAMMING
Prerequisite: PEH-161. This course explores exercise programming methods, theories and guidelines for all fitness components for healthy and special populations through practical teaching experiences. It emphasizes developing implementing and analyzing exercise programs for cardio-respiratory, muscular strength and endurance, and flexibility training. Students will gain the knowledge necessary to become an effective and successful fitness/personal trainer. (4 contact hours)

PEH-170--(3)
FIRST AID
Designed to teach students the currently accepted Red Cross procedures and principles to be followed in the event of an accident or sudden illness. Upon successful completion students will receive an Adult CPR/AED card, an Infant/Child CPR card and a Community First Aide and Safety card from the Red Cross. Fee is required. (3 contact hours)

PEH-171--(3)
A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE AND YOU
This is a self-awareness course that provides the student with opportunities to acquire the knowledge and tools needed to make intelligent decisions to live a healthy life. (3 contact hours)

PEH-172--(3)
NUTRITION FOR TODAY
This course examines nutrition theory in relation to health, wellness and disease prevention. It examines the science of nutrition including digestion and absorption of macro and micro nutrients. The course covers the relationship between nutrition, health, wellness and disease prevention. Students will study various methods of establishing good nutritious patterns. (3 contact hours)

PEH-175--(2)
TEACHING GROUP FITNESS
This course is designed for students who wish to integrate the study of group fitness methodologies, exercise science, and practical teaching experience. This course prepares students for national certification and potential fitness careers. Fee is required. (3 contact hours)

PEH-181--(2)
FUNDAMENTALS OF RHYTHMICAL MOVEMENT
Develops basic dance skills and techniques for primary and intermediate grade levels. Emphasizes teaching methods and organization. Fee is required. (2 contact hours)

PEH-190--(3)
OUTDOOR REC & NATURE STUDY
Explore objectives, organization, techniques, counseling, and skills of outdoor recreation. Includes camping and survival skills, fishing and outdoor education activities. Fee is required. (3 contact hours)

 
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