Physical Education
PE and PER courses are available to all UAF students who meet stated prerequisites. Students with disabilities are encouraged to participate. Any students requiring special accommodations are asked to contact the department office as soon as possible.
PER 100 - 199 (1 Credit) Fall, Spring
Physical Activities and Instruction (0+3)
Instruction, practice, and activity in a variety of physical activities, sports, and dance in separate sections. Courses may be taken for credit one time only. Laboratory fees as indicated.
PER 101 -- Multifitness Conditioning
PER 102 -- Running for Fitness
PER 103 -- Cycling for Fitness
PER 104 -- Walking for Fitness
PER 105 -- Weight Training for Fitness
PER 106 -- Aerobics
PER 107 -- Low Impact Aerobics
PER 108 -- Power Lifting
PER 109 -- Beginning Ice Skating
PER 110 -- Intermediate Ice Skating
PER 111 -- Ice Skating for Conditioning
PER 112 -- Beginning Ice Dancing
PER 113 -- Intermediate Ice Dancing
PER 114 -- Advanced Ice Dancing
PER 115 -- Beginning Ice Hockey
PER 116 -- Intermediate Ice Hockey
PER 117 -- Speed Skating
PER 118 -- Curling
PER 119 -- Beginning Swimming
PER 120 -- Intermediate Swimming
PER 121 -- Advanced Swimming
PER 122 -- Conditioning Swimming
PER 123 -- Aqua Aerobics
PER 124 -- Water Polo
PER 125 -- Springboard Diving
PER 126 -- Synchronized Swimming
PER 127 -- Beginning Foil Fencing -- Materials fee: $45.00.
PER 128 -- Advanced Foil Fencing -- Materials fee: $45.00. May be repeated. (Prerequisites: PER 127 or permission of instructor.)
PER 129 -- EPEE/Sabre Fencing -- Materials fee: $45.00. May be repeated. (Prerequisites: PER 128 or permission of instructor.)
PER 130 -- Beginning Aikido
PER 131 -- Intermediate Aikido
PER 132 -- Advanced Aikido
PER 133 -- Beginning Tae Kwon Do
PER 134 -- Intermediate Tae Kwon Do
PER 135 -- Advanced Tae Kwon Do
PER 136 -- Beginning Tai Chi Chuan
PER 137 -- Intermediate Tai Chi Chuan
PER 138 -- Advanced Tai Chi Chuan
PER 139 -- Beginning Yoga
PER 140 -- Intermediate Yoga
PER 141 -- Advanced Yoga
PER 142 -- Beginning Karate
PER 143 -- Intermediate Karate
PER 144 -- Advanced Karate
PER 145 -- Basketball
PER 146 -- Volleyball
PER 147 -- Soccer
PER 148 -- Team Handball
PER 149 -- Orienteering
PER 150 -- Canoeing
PER 151 -- Kayaking
PER 152 -- Rock Climbing -- Materials fee: $25.00
PER 153 -- Mountaineering
PER 154 -- Racquetball
PER 155 -- Tennis
PER 156 -- Table Tennis
PER 157 -- Badminton
PER 158 -- Billiards -- Materials fee: $20.00
PER 159 -- Golf
PER 165 -- Beginning Bowling (Lab fee: $35)
PER 166 -- Intermediate Bowling (Lab fee: $35)
PER 167 -- Advanced Bowling (Lab fee: $35)
PER 168 -- Beginning Pistol Marksmanship (Lab fee: $35)
PER 169 -- Intermediate Pistol Marksmanship (Lab fee: $35)
PER 170 -- Advanced Pistol Marksmanship (Lab fee: $35)
PER 171 -- Beginning Rifle Marksmanship (Lab fee: $35)
PER 172 -- Intermediate Rifle Marksmanship (Lab fee: $35)
PER 173 -- Advanced Rifle Marksmanship (Lab fee: $35)
PER 174 -- Beginning Ballet
PER 175 -- Intermediate Ballet
PER 176 -- Advanced Ballet
PER 177 -- Beginning Jazz Dance
PER 178 -- Intermediate Jazz Dance
PER 179 -- Advanced Jazz Dance
PER 180 -- Modern Dance
PER 181 -- Ballroom Dance
PER 182 -- Western Dance
PER 183 -- Folk Dance
PER 184 -- Square Dance
PER 187 -- Cross-Country Skiing
PER 188 -- Downhill Skiing
PER 189 -- Ski Mountaineering
PER 190 -- Recreational Fitness Activities
PER 199 -- Varsity Athletics
PE 205 (2 Credits) Alternate Fall
Introduction to the Human Movement Sciences (2+0)
The interrelationship of the biological sciences, sociopsychological, historical and philosophical foundations and the role of the humanities in physical activity, fitness, sport and dance. Clarification of career possibilities included. (Next offered: 1999 - 00.)
PE 208 (2 Credits) Alternate Fall
Advanced Life Saving (1+3)
Knowledge and skills to provide aid and treatment in aquatic emergencies. Instruction in American Red Cross Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation, Advanced Lifesaving, Advanced Swimmer, and Basic First Aid. Certification fee: $5.00 covers American Red Cross Advanced Life Saving Certification. (Prerequisite: Swim Test. Next offered: 1999 - 00.)
PE 211 (1 Credit) Every Third Fall*
Fundamentals of Softball (1+3)
Basic skills in softball will be presented, with appropriate consideration for adult and youth groups. Emphasis will be on developing personal performance skills and safety procedures for effective class management. (Next offered: 1999 - 00.) *Meets for 7 weeks.
PE 212 (1 Credit) Every Third Fall*
Fundamentals of Basketball (1+3)
Basic skills in basketball will be presented, with appropriate consideration for adult and youth groups. Emphasis will be on developing personal performance skills and safety procedures for effective class management. (Next offered: 1999 - 00.) *Meets for 7 weeks.
PE 213 (1 Credit) Every Third Spring*
Fundamentals of Ice Sports (1+3)
Basic skills in ice sports for adult and youth groups. Emphasis on developing personal performance skills and safety procedures for effective class management. (Next offered: 1999 - 00.) *Meets for 7 weeks.
PE 214 (1 Credit) Every Third Spring*
Fundamentals of Snow Sports (1+3)
Basic skills in snow sports for adult and youth groups. Emphasis on developing personal performance skills and safety procedures for effective class management. (Next offered: 1999 - 00.) *Meets for 7 weeks.
PE 215 (1 Credit) Every Third Fall*
Fundamentals of Volleyball (1+3)
Basic skills in volleyball for adult and youth groups. Emphasis on developing personal performance skills and safety procedures for effective class management. (Next offered: 1999 - 00.) *Meets for 7 weeks.
PE 216 (1 Credit) Alternate Fall*
Fundamentals of Rhythms (1+3)
Basic skills in rhythms for adult and youth groups. Emphasis on developing personal performance skills and safety procedures for effective class management. (Next offered: 1999 - 00.) *Meets for 7 weeks.
PE 217 (1 Credit) Alternate Spring*
Fundamentals of Recreational Activities (1+3)
Basic skills in recreational activities for adult and youth groups. Emphasis on developing personal performance skills and safety procedures for effective class management. (Next offered: 1999 - 00.) *Meets for 7 weeks.
PE 218 (1 Credit) Every Third Fall*
Fundamentals of Soccer (1+3)
Basic skills in soccer for adult and youth groups. Emphasis on developing personal performance skills and safety procedures for effective class management. (Next offered: 1999 - 00.) *Meets for 7 weeks.
PE 219 (1 Credit) As Demand Warrants*
Fundamentals of Aquatics (1+3)
Basic skills in aquatics for adult and youth groups. Emphasis on developing personal performance skills and safety procedures for effective class management. *Meets for 7 weeks.
PE 220 (1 Credit) Every Third Spring*
Fundamentals of Wrestling (1+3)
Basic skills in wrestling for adult and youth groups. Emphasis on developing personal performance skills and safety procedures for effective class management. (Next offered: 1999 - 00.) *Meets for 7 weeks.
PE 221 (1 Credit) Alternate Fall*
Fundamentals of Gymnastics (1+3)
Basic skills in gymnastics for adult and youth groups. Emphasis on developing personal performance skills and safety procedures for effective class management. (Next offered: 1999 - 00.) *Meets for 7 weeks.
PE 222 (1 Credit) Alternate Spring*
Fundamentals of Track and Field (1+3)
Basic skills in track and field for adult and youth groups. Emphasis on developing personal performance skills and safety procedures for effective class management. (Next offered: 1999 - 00.) *Meets for 7 weeks.
PE 224 (1 Credit) Alternate Fall
Fundamentals of Resistive Training (1+3)
Principles and practices of resistive training for enhancement of muscle strength, strength endurance, cardiovascular endurance, and body composition components of physical fitness with emphasis on development of correct and safe techniques using the various resistive modes available. (Next offered: 1999 - 00.)
PE 225 (1 Credit) Alternate Spring
Fundamentals of Cardiovascular Training (1+3)
Survey of techniques of development of health and performance related to cardiovascular fitness; safe and effective cardiovascular training in various modes (e.g. aerobics, aquatics, running, and mechanical); and system training as it pertains to each mode. (Next offered: 1999 - 00.)
PE 226 (1 Credit) Alternate Fall
Fundamentals of Movement Mechanics (1+3)
Basic principles of body mechanics underlying common (nonathletic) movements and activities. Emphasis on preventative self-care for various populations. (Next offered: 1999 - 00.)
PE 232 (3 Credits) Alternate Spring
Analysis of Human Movement (3+0)
Qualitative analysis of sport and dance through principles derived from the biological and physical sciences and directed towards understanding and improving human performance. (Next offered: 1999 - 00)
PE 246 (3 Credits) Fall, Spring
Advanced First Aid (3+0)
Knowledge and skills to provide efficient aid and treatment in emergencies. Progresses through the Basic, Standard, and Advanced First Aid packages of the American Red Cross. Successful completion leads to certification by the American Red Cross in Advanced First Aid. Materials Fee: $10.00.
PE 300 (1 Credit) Every Third Fall*
Advanced Theory and Techniques for Teaching Gymnastics (1+3)
In-depth study of advanced skills, strategies, and analysis in gymnastics. (Prerequisite: PE 221. Next offered: 1999 - 00.) *Meets for 7 weeks.
PE 302 (1 Credit) Every Third Fall*
Advanced Theory and Techniques for Teaching Basketball (1+3)
In-depth study of advanced skills, strategies, and analysis in basketball. (Prerequisite: PE 212. Next offered: 1999 - 00.) *Meets for 7 weeks.
PE 303 (1 Credit) Every Third Fall*
Advanced Theory and Techniques for Teaching Ice Sports (1+3)
In-depth study of advanced skills, strategies, and analysis in teaching ice sports. (Prerequisite: PE 213. Next offered 1999 - 00.) *Meets for 7 weeks.
PE 304 (1 Credit) Every Third Spring*
Advanced Theory and Techniques for Teaching Snow Sports (1+3)
In-depth study of advanced skills, strategies, and analysis in teaching snow sports. (Prerequisite: PE 214. Next offered 1999 - 00.) *Meets for 7 weeks.
PE 305 (1 Credit) Every Third Fall*
Advanced Theory and Techniques for Teaching Volleyball (1+3)
In-depth study of advanced skills, strategies, and analysis in volleyball. (Prerequisite: PE 215. Next offered: 1999 - 00.) *Meets for 7 weeks.
PE 306 (1 Credit) Alternate Spring*
Techniques in Teaching Creative Dance (1+3)
Skill and practice in organizing creative dance experiences for all age groups. Emphasis on learning techniques will free people to create from their own movement vocabularies. Some emphasis on correct body alignment and techniques of moving. (Prerequisite: PE 216. Next offered: 1999 - 00.) *Meets for 7 weeks.
PE 307 (1 Credit) Alternate Spring*
Techniques in Camping and Outdoor Recreation (1+3)
In-depth study of advanced skills and organizational techniques in camping and outdoor recreation. One weekend camp out required. Laboratory fee: $25.00. (Prerequisite: PE 217. Next offered: 1999 - 00.) *Meets for 7 weeks.
PE 308 (1 Credit) Every Third Fall*
Techniques in Track and Field (1+3)
In-depth study of advanced skills and analysis of track and field. (Prerequisite: PE 222. Next offered: 1999 - 00.) *Meets for 7 weeks.
PE 309 (2 Credits) As Demand Warrants
Aquatic Instructor (1+3)
Knowledge and skills to teach swimming to children and adults, beginner through advanced swimmer and lifesaving. For American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Certificate. Certification fee: $5.00. (Prerequisites: Current American Red Cross Lifesaving Certificate and swim test.)
PE 310 (1 Credit) Every Third Spring*
Techniques in Teaching Folk and Square Dance (1+3)
Techniques and practical application in organizing and teaching varying age and ability levels in folk and square dance. Dances include partner and non-partner folk dances, some fad dances and traditional square dance, and practice in cueing and calling. (Prerequisite: PE 216. Next offered: 1999 - 00.) *Meets for 7 weeks.
PE 316 (3 Credits) Alternate Fall
Motor Development (3+0)
Motor skill and behavior development, infancy through old age. Individual differences, issues, applications and appraisal techniques. (Prerequisites: PSY 101 and junior standing. Next offered: 1999 - 00.)
PE 317W (3 Credits) Every Third Spring
Motor Learning (3+0)
Physical skills learning processes, patterns, issues, programs, applications, and evaluation. (Prerequisites: PSY 101 and junior standing. Next offered: 1999 - 00.)
PE 321 (1 - 6 Credits) Fall, Spring
Practicum in Physical Education (0+var)
Supervised training as apprentice instructor or leader in university class or within the community. Planning and conducting activities with increasing responsibility. Class may be repeated. Only 2 credits may count toward department requirement. (Prerequisites: Appropriate 300 level technique courses and junior standing or equivalent background.)
PE 327W,O (3 Credits) Fall, Spring
Physical Education for Children (3+0)
Introduction to a variety of games, fundamental movement activities and sports appropriate for the K - 5 student. Practical application of methods and techniques of instruction specific to physical education including: lesson planning, behavior control, maintenance of a quality learning environment, observation and evaluation techniques. (Prerequisites: PSY 101, junior standing and permission of instructor.)
PE 337W (3 Credits) Alternate Fall
Exercise and Sport Psychology (3+0)
(Cross-listed with PSY 337W)
Theoretical and practical applications of psychological issues related to participation in physical activities, including exercise adherence, performance enhancement, group dynamics, leadership and coaching behaviors, arousal/anxiety, intervention strategies and lifespan participation. (Prerequisites: PSY 101, PE 316 or 317 or permission or instructor. Next offered: 1999 - 00.)
PE 401 (2 Credits) Every Third Fall
Theory of Basketball (2+0)
Techniques of playing and coaching men's and women's basketball, including theories of offense and defense, contest strategies and psychology of individual and team play. (Prerequisites: PE 302 and junior standing. Next offered: 1999 - 00.)
PE 405 (2 Credits) Alternate Fall
Concepts and Design of Physical Fitness Programs (1-1/2+1-1/2)
Problems, methods of achievement, and maintenance of physical fitness. Assessment of personal fitness status, participation in selected fitness activities, and acquisition of skills in basic physical fitness activity. (Prerequisites: BIOL 111, 112. Next offered 1999 - 00.)
PE 406W,O (3 Credits) Alternate Fall
Instructional Methodology for Physical Activity (2+3)
Philosophy, curriculum development, methods for facilitating learning/skill development and controlling behavior, measurement and evaluation, observation off community programs, and instructional laboratories for adolescents and adults. (Prerequisite: Junior standing.)
PE 408 (2 Credits) As Demand Warrants
Aquatics Program Management (2+0)
Aquatic program planning and implementation, competitive swim team coaching and administration, and management of swimming pools. (Prerequisite: PE 219 or 309.)
PE 411 (3 Credits) Alternate Spring
Sport and Physical Activity in Today's World (3+0)
Examines the contributions of physical activity to survival, artistic development, and classic and popular culture as they have influenced the role of physical activity in the contemporary world. (Prerequisite: Junior standing.)
PE 412 (3 Credits) Every Third Fall
Principles and Problems in Athletic Coaching (3+0)
Philosophy and objectives of athletic competition at various age levels. Roles and responsibilities of the coach. Problems of athletic coaching and management of athletes and their training. For those who plan to take leadership or coaching roles in school or community athletic programs. (Prerequisite: Junior standing. Next offered: 1999 - 00.)
PE 421 (4 Credits) Alternate Fall
Physiology of Exercise (3+3) n
Study of the responses and adaptations of the human body to physical work, exercise and systematically applied stressors, including effects of environmental stressors, especially those specific to northern regions. (Prerequisite: BIOL 111, 112.)
PE 425 (3 Credits) Alternate Fall
Administration in Physical Education and Athletics (3+0)
Principles and problems of planning, organizing, directing, and evaluating school programs in physical education, intramural sports, and interschool athletics. (Prerequisite: Junior standing.)
PE 432 (4 Credits) Alternate Fall
Biomechanics of Human Performance (3+3) n
Mechanical analysis of human movement, focusing internally on musculo-skeletal interactions and externally on the body with the environment. (Prerequisites: BIOL 111, 112, MATH 107X.)
PE 437 (3 Credits) Alternate Spring
Adapted Programs of Physical Activity (3+0)
Theory and practical guidelines for developing adapted movement activities and programs for persons who are impaired, disabled, or handicapped; "mainstreaming" such individuals in regular programs in physical education and recreation. (Prerequisite: PSY 101 or permission of instructor.)
PE 440 (3 Credits) Every Third Spring
Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries (3+0)
Scientific bases for the care and prevention of sports and physical activity injuries. Rationale and strategies for taping and wrapping for injury prevention and rehabilitation, techniques in pre-activity conditioning and post-injury reconditioning, and equipment safety. (Prerequisites: BIOL 111, 112, PE 205 or permission of instructor. Next offered: 1999 - 00.)
PE 442O (3 Credits) Alternate Spring
Measurements and Evaluation in Physical Activity (3+0)
Evaluation theory and application including basic statistics, formation of measurable behavioral objectives, written test construction, survey of fitness and skill tests, their selection, administration and interpretation of results, and use of computer programs to calculate statistical values. (Prerequisites: Completion of 8 credits from PE 211 through 222.)
PE 475 (1 - 6 Credits) Fall, Spring
Internship in Exercise Science (.5+var)
For exercise science majors. Provides an opportunity to synthesize and integrate knowledge gained from academic programs through a process of experience, problem solving and experienced professional supervision. (Prerequisites: Senior standing in exercise science and departmental approval.)