HPE 500. Seminar in Foundations of HPE (3). Designed to inform the physical education teacher and others about the foundation of physical education and sports. Emphasis will be on philosophy, objectives, movement, history, fitness, and the psychological and sociological foundations (replaces EFD 531, Philosophy of Education (3)).

HPE 502. Sociology of Sport (3). Analysis and study of human behavior patterns as they relate to participation in sports and games.

HPE 503. Sport History (3). Development of sport in the U.S. and other countries.

HPE 508. Research in HPE (3). The purpose of this course is to provide the foundation for the interpretation and conceptualization of research in HPER. This course will provide instruction on the variety of research methodologies and strategies and how to incorporate such strategies into personal research goals (replaces EFD 500, Research in Education (3)).

HPE 510. Health and Physical Education Curriculum (3). This advanced online course examines the underlying philosophies and foundations of the physical education curriculum in the educational setting (replaces EFD 502, Curriculum Development (3)). 515. Assessment in HPE (3). Advanced study of assessment techniques and tools with an emphasis on assessment in school based physical education settings.

HPE 530. Physiology of Exercise (3). Experiences in physiology of muscular activity and application of these to physical education, training, and health.

HPE 535. Skill Analysis (3). Basic skills involved in several individual and team sports; special attention will be given to body movement.

HPE 537. Issues and Trends in HPE (3). This advanced course examines the underlying philosophies and issues/trends of various topics of interest in health/physical education and the educational setting.

HPE 539. Diet and Performance (3). Study of the basic nutrients and different types of diets, and their effects on health related and sports related fitness.

HPE 545. Stress Management Strategies for the HPE Teacher (3). This course is intended to help the HPE teacher develop knowledge and skills relative to stress management. Emphasis is placed on stress responses and relaxation technique strategies.

HPE 555. Advanced Anaerobic Physiology (3). Prerequisite: None. Effectiveness of different training methods on the performance of the anaerobic athlete.

HPE 556. Advanced Aerobic Physiology (3). Exercise physiology examines the physiological responses of the human body to acute and chronic physical activity. This course will provide a more in-depth study of aerobic metabolism, energy balance, and muscle structure and function.

HPE 560. Readings in HPE (3). Identification and analysis of current issues and trends; recent developments in physical education, curriculum, and practices in physical education.

HPE 568. Administration of Athletics (3). Place of interscholastic athletics in the program, organization and administration of program, budget, equipment, facilities, public relations, and legal liability.

HPE 575. Physical Fitness and Health (3). Research evidence of relationships of physical exercise to the following: longevity, weight control, cardiovascular disease, low back pain, mental health, and aging.

HPE 580. Adapted Physical Education (3). Comprehensive study to develop ability to deal successfully with handicapped children, youth, and adults in a variety of settings.

HPE 581. Advanced Practicum in Special Physical Education (3). Supervised field experience in applying skills, knowledge, and concepts in special physical education; supervised work with the handicapped.

HPE 582. Research Seminar in Special Physical Education (3). Critical analysis and evaluation of current research and practical application in the field of special physical education.

HPE 583. Perceptual Motor Development (3). Development of perceptual motor skills through physical activities; including locomotor skills, laterality and direction ability; investigations of theories, programs, activities, and evaluation.

HPE 585. Physical Activity and the Aging Process (3). Examination of scientific evidence concerning the relationship between physical activity level and physical, mental, and social-psychological well-being during aging.

HPE 588. Graduate Internship in PE, P-12 (3). Complete semester long internship and earn “pass/fail” upon completion of the course. Students will complete a working portfolio and electronic LiveText portfolio, along with other standard course requirements.

HPE 590. Directed Study in HPE (3) (3). Prerequisite: Permission of instructor and approval of the department head. Work with a HPER professor to complete a specific project. May be repeated once for a total of six (6) credit hours. This course will be offered on an as needed basis. This course is to be offered as elective credit for those M.S.Ed. and Ed.S. students who are interested in engaging in formal research practices under the guidance of the HPER faculty.

HPE 598. Independent Study in PE (3) (3). Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor and approval of the department head. Opportunity to explore, in detail, an area or issue in HPE. May be repeated once for a total of six (6) credit hours.