PHED 1713: Intro to P.E. and Kinesiology

At the end of this course, students will be able to:

• Discuss the basic concepts of kinesiology and physical activity and understand the subdisciplines of physical education, biomechanics, motor behavior; and, sociology, psychology and physiology of sport and exercise.
• Demonstrate an understanding of various terminology and management practices, and their value in managing a sport- based organization.
• Use various analytical methods to evaluate and determine the success of a sport event in terms of operational decisions.
• Demonstrate techniques and procedures for developing and assessing health-related fitness and impact on quality and longevitiy of life.
• Use principles and activities for developing and maintaining healthy levels of body composition that promote good health.
• Understand careers and fields of study in Kinesiology, as well as meet and interview a professional in the field.
• Gain practice reading, developing opinions about, and writing about current research in the field of Kinesiology.
• Become familiar with the professional organizations, as well as the governing bodies (NASPE and ISBE), in the field of PE and Kinesiology.