PEP 124	Lifeguard Training	3 CR
Prerequisite: PEC 108. The purpose of this comprehensive course is to provide the necessary minimum skills training for a person to qualify as a lifeguard at pools, non-surf beaches, Y-centers, private clubs, and college settings. American Red Cross First Aid and CPR for the Professional Rescuer are also included in this course. [0-48-48] Lab Fee
PEP 125	Lifeguard Recertification	1 CR
Students must have current American Red Cross Lifeguard Training certification. This course will recertify students in lifeguard training skills, first aid, and American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer. [0-16-16] Lab Fee
PEP 150	Introduction to Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Wellness Professions	3 CR
An orientation to the various health, wellness, sport, and physical education professions. Underlying principles, history, and disciplines of physical education and sport are emphasized. An overview of career opportunities in the allied fields of health and recreation are included. Required for all students majoring and/or minoring in health, physical education, recreation, and exercise science. [0-48-48] Lab Fee
PEP 155	Physical Fitness	3 CR
The primary purpose of this course of study is for the physical education, health education, or recreation major or minor to develop an understanding of physical fitness concepts and practices which are applicable to all areas and levels of professional development. Lab Fee
PEP 220	Water Safety Instructor	3 CR
Prerequisite: PEC 108. The purpose of this course is to qualify students to be American Red Cross (ARC) water safety instructors. Upon completion students will be qualified to teach the following American Red Cross courses: Infant and Preschool Aquatic Program, Longfellow's Whale Tale Water Safety Education Program, Seven Levels of the ARC Learn to Swim Program, and Safety Training for Swim Coaches. [0-48-48] Lab Fee
PEP 220E	Water Safety Instructor	0 CR
Same description as PEC 220. [0-48-48] Lab Fee
PEP 241	Basketball Officiating	1 CR
Course designed to teach the rules and officiating techniques. Practical application of officiating skills will be stressed. Official state certification in basketball is available upon successful completion of the class. Employment opportunities for officials at local junior and senior high schools and city recreation departments are available. Lab Fee
PEP 243	Volleyball Officiating	1 CR
Course designed to teach the rules and officiating techniques. Practical application of officiating skills will be stressed. Official state certification in volleyball is available upon successful completion of the class. Employment opportunities for officials at local junior and senior high schools and city recreation departments are available. Lab Fee
PEP 244	Baseball Officiating	2 CR
Course designed to teach the rules and officiating techniques. Practical application of officiating skills will be stressed. Official state certification in baseball is available upon successful completion of the class. Employment opportunities for officials at local junior and senior high schools and city recreation departments are available. Lab Fee
PEP 245	Softball Officiating	2 CR
This course is designed to teach the rules and officiating techniques of slow and fast pitch softball. Practical application of officiating skills will be stressed. Official state certification is available upon completion. Lab Fee
PEP 280	Camping and Outdoor Education	2 CR
This course is designed for the education major or minor (elementary, junior, or senior high school) to help them develop the philosophy, knowledge, and practices of outdoor education. Students will participate in a one-week session at Clear Lake Outdoor Education Center. [0-32-32] Lab Fee
PEP 290	Preschool and Elementary Physical Education	3 CR
This course is designed for the prospective elementary physical education, classroom, preschool, or special education teacher and youth coaches. The students, while enhancing their own fitness levels and fundamental motor skills, will also learn to assess and teach basic skills and physical fitness concepts. Students will select and teach developmentally-appropriate physical activities for early and middle childhood. Lab Fee
PEP 298	Independent Study	1-3 CR
Prerequisite: departmental approval. An opportunity for the interested student with a good scholastic record to pursue independently the study of some subject under the direction of a member(s) of the professional staff. Subjects are chosen and arrangements made to suit the needs of individual students. May be repeated up to a maximum of six credit hours.
PEP 299	Field Experience	1-3 CR
Prerequisites: a written outline of the student's project or work experience and departmental approval. An opportunity for the interested student to gain experience with regional employers through practicums and/or observations. May be repeated up to a maximum of six credit hours.
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