HPE 1011. General Activities I - Team Sports- 1 hour (Fall) Instruction in skills, knowledge of rules and strategy, care of equipment and history of team sports. Activities will include team sports such as soccer, flag football, volleyball, and softball. Students are expected to participate daily so they get the benefit of physical activity. Course fee $10. (Required of physical education majors.)

HPE 1021. General Activities II - Individual and Dual Sports - 1 hour (Spring) This is an instructional course in skills, knowledge of rules and strategy, care of equipment, and history of individual sports. Activities include badminton, archery, step aerobics, weight training, pickle ball, and billiards. Students are expected to participate daily to get the benefit of physical activity. Course fee $10. (Required of physical education majors.)

HPE 1031. Tennis - 1 hour (Fall, Spring) Basic skills, rules and courtesies of tennis are presented.

HPE 1033. Foundations of Physical Education and Sport - 3 hours (Fall, even years) A course designed to help students develop perspectives in the field of physical education. Students will examine the different settings; kinds of programs; qualifications needed to enter the profession; career opportunities; and issues facing physical educators.

HPE 1041. Golf - 1 hour (Fall, Spring) Basic skills, rules and individual performance in golf. Course fee $30.

HPE 1043. Personal and Community Health - 3 hours (Fall, even years) Study of major health problems and factors determining health. Special considerations given to principles and practices of good health for individual and community concerns.

HPE 1051. Beginning Racquetball - 1 hour (Fall, Spring) Beginning racquetball is a course designed to introduce the student to the sport of racquetball. The student will learn the rules of the game, equipment necessary for safe and competitive play, skills necessary for competent court play, and options for practice sessions and matches. Course fee $10.

HPE 1071. Beginning Swimming - 1 hour (Spring, On demand) Instruction in skills and techniques for beginning swimming. The American Red Cross Beginners Test must be passed for course credit to be received. Course fee $5. (Required of physical education majors.)

HPE 1081. Life-Guard Training - 1 hour (Spring, On demand) Skills and techniques of life saving as identified in the American Red Cross Water Safety Program will be emphasized. Course fee $30.

HPE 1112. Introduction to Sport Management - 2 hours (Fall) The course is designed to provide the student with the overview of a career in sport management including areas of professional endeavors which cover a wide variety of sport and fitness related occupations. The course will also provide an academic perspective of the professional preparation necessary to achieve employment in the profession.

HPE 1131. Aerobic Exercise - 1 hour (Spring, On demand) Step and floor aerobics will be utilized to develop skills and expertise in designing a cardiorespiratory program for lifetime wellness. Course fee $5.

HPE 1142. Outdoor Adventure Skills - 2 Hours (Fall, On demand) Instruction and experience in outdoor skills of archery, hunting, fishing, camping, orienteering and outdoor living. Safety and environmental concerns will be incorporated. Course fee $45.

HPE 1162. Foundations of Physical Fitness/Wellness - 2 hours (Fall, Spring) Study and participation in programs recommended for development of adult physical fitness. Emphasis is on determining level of fitness, importance of fitness in total well being, nutrition and diet selection, monitoring effect of fitness activities, selection of fitness/wellness programs, stress management, and program implementation. Course fee $2.

HPE 1171. Advanced Swimming - 1 hour (Fall, On demand) The American Red Cross Advanced Test must be passed for course credit to be received. Instruction on advanced skills and techniques for swimming will be utilized. Course fee $5.

HPE 1181. Aqua Exercise - 1 hour (Fall, Spring, On demand) Instruction in skills and techniques of exercise in the water. Course fee $5.

HPE 1201. Rock Climbing - 1 hour (Fall, Spring) Students will be taught the theoretical and technical basics of rock climbing. The focus of the course will be to teach the student technique and safety. Knowledge and practice will proide the student a personal lifetime sport.

HPE 1211. Walleyball - 1 hour (Fall) This is an introductory course to Walleyball. Rules of the game, equipment necessary for safe and competitive play, skills for competent court play, and options for practice sessions and matches make up the course.

HPE 2011. Scuba Diving - 1 hour (Fall) Theory and techniques of scuba diving. Ten lessons in pool and four open water classes. All equipment provided. Course fee $175.

HPE 2012. Officiating Sports - 2 hours (Fall) A study of the rules, methods and techniques of officiating sports. Emphasis will be on major sports.

HPE 2022. Perceptual Motor Development - 2 hours (Fall, Spring) Methods of teaching children through movement experiences. An emphasis will be placed on perceptual motor development as it relates to movement.

HPE 2032. Coaching of Volleyball - 2 hours (Fall, even years) Study of offensive and defensive skills and strategy of volleyball. Coaching methods, strategy and organization of practice and matches are emphasized.

HPE 2042. Psychology of Coaching - 2 hours (Fall) An examination of the psychological principles that apply in coaching, athletics and physical activity.

HPE 2052. Coaching of Softball and Baseball - 2 hours (Spring) The methods and materials used in coaching softball and baseball will be examined. A study of practice organization, skill analysis, teaching methods for each position, purchase and care of equipment. Conditioning will be included.

HPE 2063. School Health Education - 3 hours (Spring, odd years) Curriculum for and methods of teaching health education in elementary and secondary schools.

HPE 3012. Coaching of Football - 2 hours (Fall, On demand) Study of offensive and defensive systems; methods of coaching football.

HPE 3013. Teaching of Individual and Dual Sports - 3 hours (Spring, On demand) Class organization, teachingand coaching methods for selected individual and dual sports. Prerequisites: HPE 1011 and 1021.

HPE 3022. Coaching of Basketball - 2 hours (Fall, odd years) Study of components of basketball. Emphasis on individual and team skills, conditioning and strategy of play.

HPE 3032 Advanced Scuba Diving – 2 hours (Fall, On demand) This course, upon completion, will certify the student as an Advanced Specialty Diver. It is the second course in sequence to Basic Scuba Diving. Course Fee:$175.00. Prerequisite: HPE 2011.

HPE 3043. Analysis of Basic Rhythms - 3 hours (Fall, odd years) Study of basic rhythmic patterns including application of basic movements and teaching methods. Course fee $10.

HPE 3053. Measurement and Evaluation in Physical Education - 3 hours (Spring) A course to acquaint students with various evaluation methods in physical education. Practice is given to administering tests and interpreting results with appropriate statistical procedures.

HPE 3062. Coaching of Track and Field - 2 hours (Spring) Study of accepted forms of track and field events; factors affecting endurance, speed and fatigue; preparation and selection of contestants for competition; and management techniques.

HPE 3073. Physiology of Exercise - 3 hours (Spring) Study of the effects of exercise on the organs and systems of the body; special emphasis on the cardio-respiratory system. Prerequisite: BIO 2204. Course fee $12.

HPE 3082. Care and Prevention of Athletic Injury - 2 hours (Spring) A course to develop skills in the prevention and care of the injuries common to athletic activities; includes both lecture and laboratory experiences. Prerequisite: BIO 2204. Course fee $12.

HPE 3092. Standard First Aid - 2 hours (Fall, Spring) Study of treatment for common emergencies including treatment of wounds, shock, poisoning, fractures, unconsciousness and stoppage of breathing. American Red Cross certificate may be earned. Course fee $30.

HPE 3133. Teaching Physical Education in the Elementary School - 3 hours (Spring, even years) Teaching methods; selection of activities; program planning; emphasis on development of a progressive curriculum. Course fee $15.

HPE 3963. Sports Management Practicum - 3 hours (Fall, Winterfest, Spring, Summer) Credit given for on-the-field experience gained in the practice of sports management specified related duties. Settings are determined according to individual circumstances. Prerequisite: 64 hours completed. (Restricted to Sports Managment majors.)

HPE 4002. Programming for Sports, Games and Intramurals - 2 hours (Fall) This course will provide a comprehensive overview of the elements involved in the planning, organization, implementation, and evaluation of leisure programming as a benefits based service. Emphasis will be given to structuring programs for recreation and sports organizations.

HPE 4003. Kinesiology - 3 hours (Fall) Study of skeletal and muscle systems as they relate to physical education and athletic movements. Practice is given in identification of proper form and procedures for correcting errors in sports movements. Prerequisite: BIO 2204.

HPE 4013. Sports and Physical Activity in American Society - 3 hours (Spring) A study of the place of sports and physical activity in American society. Principles, historical events and current status of sports and physical activity will be studied. Required of Physical Education/Sports Management majors. Prerequisite: 64 hours completed.

HPE/REC 4023. Organization and Administration of Physical Education and Recreation - 3 hours (Fall) A course emphasizing the methodology of planning, organizing, administering and managing the physical education or recreation department. Consideration given to staff and personnel, equipment, budgeting, records, reports and programming. Prerequisite: 64 hours completed.

HPE/REC 4043. Adapted Physical Education and Recreation - 3 hours (Winterfest) An overview of special populations and their problems related to participation in physical education. Examination of services, resources and programs are included. Prerequisite: 96 hours completed.

HPE 4773. Principles of Strength Conditioning – 3 hours (Spring) This is an in depth course which covers specific resistance training and conditioning as it pertains to athletes and adults. It is a cumulative course that allows students to apply human physiology and biomechanics as they relate to human performance. This course is to prepare the student for the Personal Strength and Conditioning certification test. Prerequisite: 96 hours completed.

HPE 4951-4. Intensive Studies in Physical Education - 1-4 hours (On demand) An intensified approach to selected physical education topics or subject matter not regularly offered by the department. Areas of study will vary. Prerequisite: 96 hours completed.

HPE 4971-3. Physical Education Symposium - 1-3 hours (On demand) Credit given by special short-term, but intensified, study in the field of physical education including labs, workshops, clinics or conferences sponsored by national, regional or state associations or agencies. Prerequisite: 96 hours completed.

HPE 4983-6. Internship in Sport Management - 3-6 hours (Fall, Spring, Summer, Winterfest) A fulltime residency for on-the-job training under the supervision of a sport management professional. Includes observation, supervision, planning, instruction, direct leadership and evaluation. Minimum requirement-240 hours. Prerequisites: A minimum grade of "C" in all sports management courses; a minimum overall GPA of 2.00 in all course work taken at SBU prior to application for internship and prior to internship itself; restricted to Sports Management majors of senior standing; advanced application no later than September or February of preceding semester. Course fee $100.

HPE 4991-3. Independent Studies - 1-3 hours (Fall, Spring) Exploratory projects of undergraduate research and directed individual study in health and physical education areas not included in the regular curriculum. See further guidelines in this catalog under "Independent Study." Prerequisite: 96 hours completed.

Varsity Sports
Credit will be granted for participation in varsity sports. Course numbers for varsity sports are as follows: