PED - Outdoor/Physcial Education Courses and Descriptions
PED 102 Volleyball
1 credit
PED 102 is designed to introduce and
improve student skill level in volleyball.
The primary emphasis is on teaching
you the elements of volleyball: rules,
offensive and defensive play, passing,
serving, setting, attacking, team play
and game strategies.
PED 104 Racquetball
1 credit
PED 104 is designed to introduce and
improve the skill level in racquetball.
The primary emphasis is on teaching
you the elements of racquetball,
including rules, stroke technique,
scoring, serving, the various shots, and
offensive and defensive strategies.
PED 106 Tennis
1 credit
PED 106 is designed to introduce and
improve the skill level in tennis. The
primary emphasis is teaching students
the elements of tennis: rules of the
game, ground strokes, serving, the
various shots, and singles and doubles
play and strategies.
PED 110 Fitness Center Activity I
1 credit
PED 110 is designed for individuals
interested in improving total fitness via
an aerobic circuit training program. The
course will include an individual fitness
evaluation, computerized analysis of
results, and a prescribed exercise
program. All of the basic components of
fitness including: flexibility, muscular
strength, muscular endurance,
cardiovascular fitness, and body
composition will be addressed. Weight
machines, stationary bicycles, and
computerized cardiovascular equipment
will be used to elicit improvements in
fitness.
PED 111 Fitness Center Activity II
1 credit
Prerequisite: PED 110
PED 111 is an advanced course
designed for individuals interested in
reaching a higher level of total fitness
via an aerobic circuit training program.
The course will include an individual
fitness evaluation, computerized
analysis of results, and a prescribed
exercise program. All of the basic
components of fitness including:
flexibility, muscular strength, muscular
endurance, cardiovascular fitness, and
body composition will be addressed.
Weight machines, stationary bicycles,
and computerized cardiovascular
equipment will be used to elicit
improvements in fitness.
PED 116 Weight Training
1 credit
PED 116 offers basic instruction and
practice in weight training. Students use
weight training equipment in
accordance to their abilities and goals.
Emphasis is placed upon weight
training equipment orientation, correct
lifting techniques, and basic program
design for men and women.
PED 117 Cross Training
1 credit
PED 117 introduces basic cross-training
techniques designed to improve
physical work capacity of an individual.
This course enables you to gain an
understanding of the basic principles of
cross training, the effects cross training
has upon the body`s energy systems
and muscles, program design and terminology.
PED 123 Bicycle Touring
1 credit
PED 123 introduces bicycle touring
over a variety of terrains and distances.
Selection and maintenance of
equipment, pre tour conditioning, safety
and dietary factors will be covered.
PED 124 Mountain Biking
1 credit
PED 124 is designed to introduce basic
mountain biking skills and techniques.
The primary emphasis is to gain an
understanding of the basic principles of
mountain biking. Students develop skills
and techniques for all riding situations,
review bicycle anatomy, and basic
maintenance and repairs.
PED 125 Bowling
1 credit
PED 125 is designed to introduce and
improve students skill level in bowling.
The primary emphasis is on teaching
you the elements of bowling rules and
regulations, footwork, ourtesies,
delivery, selection of ball, scoring, and
team and individual competition.
PED 127 Introduction to
Flyfishing
1 credit
In PED 127 you will gain the knowledge
and skill of the fine art of flyfishing,
including the selection and use of
appropriate equipment, fly-casting
techniques, flyfishing entomology, and
guiding techniques. This course
includes several field trips to local
flyfishing areas.
PED 128 Basic Sailing
1 credit
PED 128 is designed for the beginning
sailor taught by American Sailing
Association certified instructors and
meets the safety requirements of the
U.S. Coast Guard. The class is divided
into two parts: Theory Classes and
Sailing Sessions. Classes will cover
terminology, safety regulations, knots,
sailing theory, and navigation. Sailing
sessions will cover rigging, getting
underway, safety rules, tacking, gibing,
bearing away, boat handling in different
weather conditions, overboard rescue,
returning to the dock, and anchoring.
Course costs include all boating
equipment, textbooks, handouts, class
materials, and the use of a 21` day
sailor.
PED 129 Scuba Diving
1 credit
PED 129 provides basic instruction in
scuba diving. This course provides the
knowledge and skills related to
swimming and snorkeling, diving
equipment, communications, the
environment, safety, dive tables, and
other pertinent information a student
needs for safe scuba diving. This
course prepares you for open-water
(PADI) certification.
PED 131 Nordic Skiing
1 credit
PED 131 provides students with the
fundamental skills of Nordic skiing. The
emphasis is on skiing technique,
conditioning, safety, and equipment.
The course has classroom and activity
sessions. Conditioning in the fitness
center and trips to local ski areas are
part of this course.
PED 132 Snowshoeing
1 credit
PED 132 emphasizes the basic skills,
equipment, clothing and techniques of
snowshoeing. The course includes the
objective dangers involved with winter
recreation.
PED 136 Advanced Weight
Training
1 credit
PED 136 offers guided instruction and
independent practice in weight training
for men and women. Students practice
various weight training techniques in
accordance with their abilities.
Emphasis is placed upon physiological
considerations, equipment orientation,
correct lifting techniques, program
design, and nutrition.
PED 138 Introduction to Winter
Sports
1 credit
PED 138 provides an overview of at
least two of the following winter sports:
alpine skiing, snowboarding, ice
skating, telemark skiing, Nordic skiing,
snowshoeing, or skate skiing. The
primary emphasis is on gaining the
knowledge and techniques necessary
for winter sports on beginner to
intermediate groomed or backcountry
terrain. Multiple field trips to ski areas or
other outdoor venues are required.
PED 143 Tai Chi I
1 credit
PED 143 is designed to introduce Tai
Chi as an expression of understanding
of self-control, exercise and self
defense. The primary emphasis is to
gain an understanding of the history (origins and changes) of Tai Chi, the
movements and their names,
application of movements and
terminology.
PED 144 Tai Chi II
1 credit
PED 144 will emphasize the instruction of Tai-Chi from a practical and scientific
approach with illustrations of
applications for each of the movements
in daily life. Cardiovascular training,
strength and flexibility training, balance
and coordination will be integral parts of
the Tai-Chi training. In addition,
psychosocial skills such as meditation,
relaxation and self-efficacy will be
addressed.
PED 145 Pilates Matwork I
1 credit
PED 145 focuses on Pilates matwork to
increase core strength, overall muscles
tone and flexibility with focused and
precise floor work techniques. This is a
physical education class built upon the
philosophies and exercises of Josef
Pilates.
PED 146 Martial Arts
1 credit
PED 146 is designed to introduce basic
martial arts techniques and forms
designed to improve the physical and
mental capacity of an individual. The
primary emphasis is to gain an
understanding of the basic philosophies
and concepts around the martial arts;
the approach to ethics and provides a
clear-cut guide for developing a
powerful sense of character and will.
PED 147 Yoga I
1 credit
PED 147 offers a guided instruction in
yoga. Students practice yoga according
to their individual fitness levels and
abilities. Emphasis is placed on
enhancing general health and wellbeing
through the performance of yoga
strength, flexibility, balance and
relaxation techniques and exercises.
PED 148 Yoga II
1 credit
Prerequisite: PED 147 or permission of
instructor.
PED 148 increases awareness of yoga
and its physical and mental benefits.
The concepts of basic yoga are carried
into additional areas.
PED 150 Rock Climbing I
2 credits
PED 150 is designed to introduce basic
rock climbing, improve dexterity,
problem solving skills and the physical
work capacity of an individual. The
primary emphasis will be to gain an
understanding of the general principles
of climbing; how equipment works and
how it is used; basic climbing skills and
techniques; safety and climbing
etiquette and terminology.
PED 151 Rock Climbing II
2 credits
Prerequisite: PED 150 or permission of
Instructor.
PED 151 is designed to introduce lead
climbing skills and techniques, problem
solving skills and physical fitness.
Emphasis is placed on the general
principles of lead climbing; proper
usage of climbing equipment;
development of lead climbing skills and
techniques, climbing ethics and safety;
and terminology.
PED 153 Hiking
1 credit
PED 153 provides skills related to
hiking and wilderness travel. This
course emphasizes hiking skills, proper
conditioning, route finding, equipment,
and hiking hazards and ethics. The
course involves conditioning in the
fitness center and weekend hikes.
PED 154 Backpacking
2 credits
PED 154 provides skills related to
wilderness travel and outdoor
adventure. This course will emphasize
knowledge of backpacking skills,
survival techniques, proper physical
conditioning, route finding, equipment
selection, and develop an
understanding and respect for the
environment. The course will involve
lecture and discussion sessions
followed by a weekend trip in the
mountains.
PED 155 Outdoor Expedition
3 credits
PED 155 is a group expedition covering
seven to ten days combining hiking,
backpacking, climbing, or paddling in
remote North American regions. The
course includes the rationale for
organizing and conducting wilderness
trips.
PED 157 Basic Mountaineering
3 credits
PED 157 provides students with a
combination of skills and practical
experience in the fundamentals of
mountaineering. Emphasis is placed on
basic climbing skills and techniques,
equipment usage, safety systems,
mountain travel and awareness,
problem solving and decision-making,
high altitude climate and weather,
wilderness ethics, and physical fitness.
PED 159 Colorado Fourteeners
2 credits
PED 159 presents an historical look into
the naming and climbing of Colorado`s
14,000 foot peaks. The course includes
information on the current routes to
ascend the peaks.
PED 162 Map and Compass for
the Outdoors Person
3 credits
PED 162 covers the reading of
highway, forest service, and
topographical maps which include
symbols, legends, border information,
and contour lines. The course includes
the use of magnetic compasses in an
outdoor environment and functions that
plot a course on maps. Supplemental
navigation skills are included.
PED 163 Orienteering and Route
Finding
2 credits
PED 163 combines the topics of using
different topographical maps and
compasses in order to safely plan a
route in the wilderness, with
Orienteering (organized competitive
cross-country land navigation).
Orienteering rules, symbols, clues, and
clubs will also be addressed. Field trips
may include student participation in a
scheduled Orienteering meet.
PED 165 Wilderness Survival
Skills
3 credits
PED 165 emphasizes the physiological,
psychological and practical principles of
survival. Survival equipment, wilderness
improvising techniques, and wilderness
dangers are included.
PED 166 Winter Wilderness
Survival Skills
1 credit
PED 166 will emphasize winter survival
techniques in the nivean environment at
or near timberline. Winter ecology, basic
snow science, and avalanche safety
and rescue will also be presented in a
backcountry setting. This course
includes field days and an overnight in
a snow cave.
PED 167 Basic Search and
Rescue
3 credits
PED 167 covers the fundamentals
required for search and rescue in a
wilderness environment. The course
includes tracking techniques and field
trips.
PED 202 Fencing
1 credit
PED 202 is a beginning course in the
art and skill of fencing. Topical
discussions and practical uses of
appropriate equipment, rules, safety,
footwork and defensive/ attack
strategies will be covered.
PED 203 Fencing II
1 credit
PED 203 continues the course in the art
and skill of fencing. Topical discussions
and practical uses of appropriate
equipment, rules, safety, footwork, and
defensive/attack strategies will be
covered. The focus of this course will
be on the tactical wheel and bouting.
PED 207 Intermediate Canoeing
1 credit
PED 207 emphasizes intermediate
paddling technique and river reading
skills for both tandem and solo boating.
Students will learn safety procedures,
equipment hazard evaluation, and how
to minimize environmental impact on
river and lake environments.
PED 210 Fitness Center
Activity III
1 credit
Prerequisite: PED 110 and PED 111
PED 210 is an advanced exercise
course designed for individuals
interested in attaining a high level of
total fitness. The course will include an
individual fitness evaluation,
computerized analysis of results, and a
prescribed exercise program. All of the
basic components of fitness including:
flexibility, muscular strength, muscular
endurance, cardiovascular fitness, and
body composition will be addressed.
The primary mode of training will be
Aerobic Circuit Training, which will be
supplemented with additional work on
the specialized weight machines,
dumbbells, treadmills, rowers, stair
climbers, cross trainers, Nordic track,
versa climbers, and running track
available in the Fitness Center.
PED 211 Fitness Center
Activity IV
1 credit
Prerequisite: PED 110, PED 111, and
PED 210
PED 211 is an advanced course for
individuals interested in attaining a high
level of total fitness. The course
includes an individual fitness evaluation,
computerized analysis of results and a
prescribed exercise program. All of the
basic components of fitness including:
flexibility, muscular strength, muscular
endurance, cardiovascular fitness, and
body composition will be addressed.
Aerobic Circuit Training, which will be
supplemented with additional work on
the specialized weight machines,
dumbbells, treadmills, rowers, stair
climbers, cross trainers, Nordic track,
versa climbers, and running track found
in the Fitness Center.
PED 237 Paddle Sports
2 credits
PED 237 course focuses on the
methods and skills of conducting and
leading safe lake and river trips in
various types of watercraft such as
canoes, kayaks or rafts. Students will
learn modern river paddling techniques,
trip planning and organization, basic
river rescue and safety skills, federal
and local permit systems, and minimal
impact camping and boating techniques
for a river corridor. The course includes
a multi-day river expedition.
PED 280 Internship
1-6 credits
PED 280 course gives the student a
realistic work experience in the field.
Work will be supervised by
professionals currently employed in the
outdoor education industry. These
preceptors will ensure that the students
participate in relevant field work and
that they perform to the standards
expected of employees of the
organizations in which the internship
occurs.
PED 285 Independent Study
1 credit
PED 285 meets the individual needs of
students. Students engage in intensive
study or research under the direction of
a qualified instructor.
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