Physical Education Basic (PEB)
10001 Adapted Physical Education (2)
Physical education foundations and activities adapted to the capabilities and needs of the handicapped student. Recommended by Kent Health Center. Prerequisite: special approval.
10020 Development and Conditioning (1)
Introduction to the principles of physical training. Practical application of these principles through a variety of activities. Prerequisite: none.
10035 Lifetime Fitness (2)
The role of exercise in enhancing physical fitness. Lectures on principles of planning scientifically sound exercise programs. Laboratory experiences in personal fitness evaluation and exercise routines. Prerequisite: none.
10036 Fitness Walking (1)
Application of sound training methods to achieve personal cardiovascular fitness through participation in a walking program. Prerequisite: none.
10095 Selected Topics: Physical Education Activities (1-2)*
(Repeatable for credit) Prerequisite: none. Special course fee may be assessed.
10102 Beginning Swimming (1)
No or minimal swimming ability. Prerequisite: special approval.
10103 International Folk Dance (1)
Prerequisite: none.
10106 Downhill Skiing—Specialization (1)
Five days of intensive skiing at commercial establishment with skill instruction and related lectures. Transportation, lodging, rental, lift fees are assessed. S/U grading. Prerequisite: none.
10125 Basketball (1)
Prerequisite: none.
10126 Basketball—Varsity (1)*
(Repeatable for credit) Special approval required.
10202 Intermediate Swimming (1)
Prerequisite: PEB 10102.
10204 Badminton (1)
Prerequisite: none.
10304 Bowling (1)
Prerequisite: none. Special fee: $25 flat fee—subject to change.
10305 Billiards (1)
Prerequisite: none. Special fee: $10 flat fee—subject to change.
10306 Jogging (1)
Prerequisite: none.
10315 Intermediate Billiards (1)
Prerequisite: PEB 10305. Special fee: $10 flat fee—subject to change.
10325 Soccer (1)*
(Repeatable for credit) Prerequisite: none.
10403 Beginning Ballroom Dance (1)
Prerequisite: none.
10404 Fencing—Foil Only (1)
Prerequisite: none.
10413 Latin Social Dance (1)
Presentation of the DVIDA bronze syllabus for Latin Dances. Introduction of Latin/Rhythm dances, which include the Meringue, Sals, Rumba, Cha-Cha and Samba. Includes proper technique, rhythm of the dance and approximately 10-15 figures for each dance. Prerequisite: none.
10425 Baseball—Varsity (1)*
(Repeatable for credit) Special approval required.
10426 Softball—Varsity (1)*
(Repeatable for credit) Special approval required.
10505 Volleyball (1)
Prerequisite: none.
10515 Beginning Wallyball (1)
Basic instruction in volleyball skill and wallyball game strategies. Prerequisite: none.
10604 Beginning Golf (1)
Prerequisite: none. Special fee: $6 flat fee—subject to change.
10612 Lifeguard Training (2)
Individuals beyond the lifesaving level are prepared to assume the responsibilities of lifeguards at pools or at nonsurf open water beaches. Prerequisites: PEB 10202.
10704 Intermediate Golf (1)
Prerequisite: none. Special fee: $15 flat fee—subject to change.
10724 Golf—Varsity (1)*
(Repeatable for credit) Special approval required.
10802 Fitness Swimming (1)
Application of sound training methods to achieve personal fitness through swimming. Prerequisite: PEB 10202.
10904 Tennis (1)
Prerequisite: none.
10906 Racquetball (1)
Prerequisite: none.
10907 Intermediate Tennis (1)
Prerequisite: PEB 10904.
10916 Intermediate Racquetball (1)
A continuation of the basic techniques of racquetball, with an emphasis on refinement of skill performance, and an introduction to intermediate racquetball techniques and strategies that lead to higher levels of performance. Prerequisite: PEB 10906.
11024 Track and Field—Varsity (1)*
(Repeatable for credit) Special approval required.
11025 Cross Country—Varsity (1)
Prerequisite: Special approval required.
11104 Beginning Gymnastics (1)
Prerequisite: none.
11124 Gymnastics—Varsity (1)*
(Repeatable for credit) Special approval required.
11125 Football—Varsity (1)*
(Repeatable for credit) Special approval required.
11203 Horsemanship (1)
(Repeatable for intermediate and advanced levels) One hour riding, one hour lecture per week. Riding emphasis is placed upon acquisition of balance and proper form while maintaining control of the horse. Lecture provides knowledge and practice in care of horse. Prerequisite: none. Special fee: $100 flat fee—subject to change.
11325 Advanced Ice Hockey (1)
To build on the basic hockey fundamentals, leading to advanced team play and game situations, providing deeper insight into the game of hockey. Prerequisite: PEB 11245. Special fee: $35 flat fee—subject to change.
11604 Beginning Karate (1)
Prerequisite: none.
11605 Intermediate Karate (1)
Must have taken PEB 11604 or have three months of experience in karate. Prerequisite: special approval.
11634 Self-Defense (1)
Prerequisite: none.
11664 Pilates (1)
Pilates is a form of fitness endeavors which unite the rhythmic performances and strength with the conditioning principles of the movement sciences. Prerequisite: none.
11825 Wrestling—Varsity (1)*
(Repeatable for credit) Special approval required.
11904 Beginning Ice Skating (1)
Prerequisite: none. Special fee: $35 flat fee—subject to change.
12004 Basic Figure Skating (1)
Prerequisite: PEB 11904. Special fee: $35 flat fee—subject to change.
12204 Beginning Broomball (1)
Broomball is a recreational ice game played in an ice rink. Skills, tatics and plays are similar to those used in ice hockey. Prerequisite: none.
12324 Weight Training (1)*
(Repeatable for credit) Prerequisite: none.
12325 Women’s Weight Training (1)
A basic course in the use of equipment in an average weight room and its application toward the development of strength and power. Prerequisite: none.
12424 Exercise and Weight Control (1)
Instruction in and practice of exercises based upon proper food selection for the purpose of weight control. Prerequisite: none.
12425 Nautilus Exercises (1)
Fundamental skills and knowledge involved in the use of the Nautilus for fitness development. Prerequisite: none.
12604 Intermediate Fencing (1)
Prerequisite: PEB 10404.
13003 Dance Exercise (1)
An aerobic program concerned with cardiovascular efficiency, flexibility and strength gain which is achieved through dance movement. Prerequisite: none.
13006 Cross-Country Skiing (1)
Basic through intermediate nordic skiing technique, waxing, equipment and clothing selection, conditioning, winter safety considerations and trip planning. Student must supply equipment. Prerequisite: special approval.
13008 Intermediate Volleyball (1)
A continuation of the basic techniques of volleyball, with an emphasis on refinement of skill performance and an introduction to intermediate volleyball techniques and strategies that lead to higher levels of performance. Prerequisite: PEB 10505.
13010 Judo-Akido (1)
Prerequisite: none.
13012 Backpacking (2)
Trip planning and leadership, equipment and clothing selection, safety considerations, search and rescue, environmental ethics, map and compass, weekend backpacking trip. Student must supply equipment. Prerequisite: special approval.
13013 Canoeing (2)
Basic paddling skills learned in a pool environment and then experienced in open lakes and white water situations. Canoe rental fee assessed. Students must be able to swim 100 yards and tread water for five minutes fully clothed. Prerequisite: special approval. Special fee: $20 flat fee—subject to change.
13015 Field Hockey—Varsity (1)*
(Repeatable for credit) Special approval required.
13016 Cycling (1)
Prerequisite: none.
13017 Volleyball—Varsity (1)*
(Repeatable for credit) Special approval required.
13021 Wilderness Route Finding (1)
Map and compass skills are learned to aid in wilderness survival. Easy to difficult courses are set in local parks and forest preserves. Prerequisite: none.
13022 Camping (2)
Basic camping skills including: toolcraft, ropecraft, fire building, cooking, campsite management, equipment selection, safety considerations, environmental ethics, and map and compass for use on weekend trip. Student must supply own clothing and shelter. Prerequisite: special approval.
13023 Rock Climbing (1)
Combination of lecture, activity classes and weekend field trip. Basic instruction in safe rope handling, knots, conditioning, climbing technique, belaying, anchor systems and rappelling. Prerequisite: none.
13024 Beginning Kayaking (2)
Basic paddling skills learned in a pool environment and then experienced in open lakes and whitewater situations. Kayak rental fee assessed. Students must be able to swim 100 yard and tread water for five minutes fully clothed. Prerequisite: special approval. Special fee: $20 flat
fee—subject to change.
13025 Basic Sailing (1)
Introduction to skills and procedures needed to enjoy the sport of sailing. Boat design and construction, rigging, safety and a hands-on application stressed. Students must be able to swim 100 yard and tread water for five minutes fully clothed. Prerequisite: special approval.
13027 Winter Backpacking (2)
Adaptation of backpacking skills including trip planning, leadership, equipment, clothing, travel methods, orienteering, safety considerations, search and rescue, and survival skills in the winter environment. Student must supply equipment. Prerequisite: special approval.
13093 Variable Title Workshop in Exercise, Leisure and Sport (1-2)*
Workshop in exercise, leisure and sport activities; topics vary; S/U grading. Prerequisite: none.
*Course ineligible to be repeated for GPA recalculation.
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