ASOCIACIONES DE PRODUCTORES DEL DISTRITO DE PUQUIO

This course will expose students to a wide variety of physical activities in conjunction with the components of fitness to promote fitness for a lifetime. Students will determine their present level of fitness through assessment. Students will design and implement a program based upon these assessments with the intention of improving their current level of fitness.

FIT 109 Contemporary Cardiovascular Conditioning (1:0:1.5)

This is a course that combines basic cardiovascular exercises from various facets of cardiovascular activities including, but not limited to, martial arts, boxing, and kickboxing moves to create a great workout. Military boot-camp type exercises are also included along with various stretching techniques to not only enhance cardiovascular endurance, but strength and flexibility as well. This course is designed to give students the tools to develop and maintain a well-rounded workout program and is friendly to all and ages and activity levels.

FIT 110 Aerobic Dance (1:0:1.5)

This course is designed to develop cardio respiratory conditioning, muscle tone, improved posture, and other elements of fitness through a variety of dance and exercise movements performed to a musical accompaniment.

FIT 111 Personal Fitness I (1:0:1.5)

This course assists the student in developing a physical activity program based upon a wellness assessment of body

composition, flexibility, strength, CHD risk factors, aerobic capacity, and diet. Students work with the instructor during the quarter to determine what prescriptive activities will compose their future program and how to implement those suggestions.

FIT 112 Pilates (1:0:1.5)

Pilates is a movement system that uses a series of floor exercises to increase strength, flexibility, stamina and concentration. The course includes Pilates mat work, relaxation techniques, and breathing techniques as a means of building strength, toning muscles, and unifying body and mind.

FIT 113 Self Defense (1:0:1.5)

This course is designed to give student exposure to all phases of self-defense. It includes: combative skills, counter moves, body attitudes, self-assertion, legal implications and psychological aspects of self-defense.

FIT 114 Weight Training (1:0:1.5)

The course provides students the opportunity to acquire a basic knowledge concerning weight training programs and their uses, to become familiar with a wide range of basic lifts and various self-testing procedures, and to develop an

individualized weight-training program which will promote an optimal level of functional strength and endurance.

FIT 115 Tae Kwon Do I (1:0:1.5)

Students receive instruction in the basic skills of this martial art: sparring, kicking, punching, self-defense, and breathing techniques. The mental training elements such as patience, self-control, concentration, perseverance, and courtesy are an integral part of this course.

FIT 116 Aqua Fitness (1:0:1.5)

This course combines the benefits of cardiovascular/aerobic conditioning with resistance training in the water. Students will perform basic high and low intensity movements, along with abdominal/core toning and stretching exercises. Various water resistance equipment will be used during aerobic conditioning to increase the intensity level of the workout.

FIT 119 Elementary Yoga (1:0:1.5)

Yoga is a system of exercise that improves the health of the entire body and physiological functioning. The course includes asanas (postures), relaxation techniques, and breathing techniques as a means of unifying body and mind.

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FIT 123 Volleyball I (1:0:1.5)

Students receive instruction in the basic fundamentals: overhand and underhand serve, overhand pass, underhand pass, spike and block. Basic offensive and defensive strategies and the rules of play governing the use of the basic skills are taught through single sex and co-ed teams of six, three, and two players.

FIT 127 Slow Pitch Softball (1:0:1.5)

This course provides for the development and use of softball skills in the slow pitch version of softball. The use of the basic skills of catching, fielding, throwing, pitching, and hitting will be emphasized, especially within the context of the playing of the game.

FIT 128 Soccer (1:0:1.5)

This course is designed to provide development and use of basic skills of soccer such as passing, trapping, heading, and

shooting. Those skills as well as rules of the game and actual game play will be emphasized.

FIT 129 Basketball (1:0:1.5)

This course provides instruction regarding the fundamental skills associated with the sport including passing, shooting, dribbling, rebounding, screening and defending. Basic offensive and defensive strategies, along with the rules of the game will be introduced and reinforced especially within the context of playing the game, utilizing single-sex and co-ed teams of 4-7 persons.

FIT 130 Badminton (1:0:1.5)

This course provides instruction in the fundamental skills of the sport with emphasis on singles and doubles play, rules, and strategy. Serves, net shots, clears, drops, drives, and smashes are developed.

FIT 132 Tennis I (1:0:1.5)

Students receive instruction and practice in the basic skills: the service, service return, groundstrokes, approach shot, and net play. The course includes the sociocultural aspects of the sport and the rules and strategy of the games of singles and doubles. Student must furnish own racket.

FIT 133 Tai Chi (1:0:1.5)

This course covers the application and fundamental techniques of the traditional martial art, Tai Chi Chaun, from the

physiological and psychological perspective.

FIT 140 Dance I (1:0:1.5)

In this survey course, students receive practice in the

fundamentals of rhythm and dance. Students experience basic axial and locomotor movement and explore the qualities of movement using varied space and time relationships and energy-release.

FIT 141 International Ethnic Dance (1:0:1.5)

This course presents a wide variety of international folk dances including the square and contra dances familiar to the United States. Theoretical considerations concern the characteristics, ethnic sources, and values of the social forms of dance.

FIT 142 Social and Ballroom Dancing (1:0:1.5)

This course is designed to introduce students to basic social and ballroom dances including foxtrot, waltz, jitterbug, swing, country-western, cha-cha, and tango. Students will become familiar with basic step patterns and variations and skills of leading and following effectively.

FIT 143 Elementary Jazz Dance (2:0:3)

This is an elementary level jazz dance technique course which includes a variety of axial and locomotor techniques and basic combinations characteristic of historical and contemporary jazz dance, with emphasis on developing the physical and expressive potential of the human body. The class will present anatomical and aesthetic aspects of this dance genre. FIT 143 may be repeated for credit once as DANC 143.

FIT 153 Swimming I (1:0:1.5)

The purpose of this course is to learn the principles of water safety with primary emphasis on learning the mechanics of swimming each fundamental swimming stroke. Specifically, strokes include the front crawl, the back crawl, the elementary backstroke, the breaststroke, and the sidestroke. Students perform drills and conditioning exercises in order to reinforce their learning of each stroke.

FIT 161 Horseback Riding I (1:0:1.5)

This course includes the skills necessary in developing a safe and secure seat with effective use of the aids for the English style of riding. Students learn the fundamentals of handling a horse and tack safely and appropriately on and off the ground. Students must have a tetanus shot and insurance to cover accidental injury. Tetanus shots may be obtained at the Health Center.

FIT 163 Skiing/Snowboarding I (1:0:1.5)

Skiing/Snowboarding I consists of eight lessons with instruction provided by the staff of local professional ski/snowboard schools. This course is designed for students who have little or no skiing or riding experience. This course will cover proper use of equipment, on-mountain safety and the correct use of lifts. Progressive skill instruction on snow will focus on balance, sliding, stopping, and turning techniques. Students will learn at their own pace on mountain terrain matching their ability level.

FIT 171 International and Multicultural Games (1:0:1.5)

This course is designed to acquaint the student with physical activity and games from different countries. Students will be exposed to the nature of physical activity and an exploration of games from different countries. Students will broaden their cultural horizons and gain a better appreciation for physical activity as it is conducted by diverse cultures.

FIT 210 GE: Elementary Ballet (2:1:3)

This course will include techniques in elementary ballet including alignment, barre, center work, basic enchainements, and room and body directions, with emphasis on developing the physical and expressive potential of the human body. The class will enable students to understand and synthesize the kinesiological and anatomical, historical and theoretical, and aesthetic aspects of dance. May be repeated once for credit.

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FIT 215 GE: Elementary Lyrical Modern Dance (2:1:1.5)

This is an elementary level modern dance technique course. It explores a variety of axial and locomotor techniques and simple combinations characteristic of contemporary dance. The ability to apply skills in the art form is implied in any study of technique; this ability will be realized through

improvisational and compositional experiences. Prerequisite: May be repeated for credit.

FIT 219 Intermediate Yoga and Pilates (1:0:1.5)

This course is a study of the ancient system of Yoga combined with the matwork of Joseph Pilates. A practical philosophy that unites the body and mind toward health and spiritual

fulfillment, Yoga practice seeks to create a fit and supple body through intermediate yoga postures (asanas). Integrating this study with the work of Joseph Pilates, students will design a personal movement practice for use each day. The wellness benefits of a yoga/pilates practice include acquiring tools for stress management, relaxation, and mindful execution.

FIT 223 Volleyball II (1:0:1.5)

This course is designed to provide further instruction in the fundamentals of volleyball such as the underhand and overhand serve, underhand and overhand pass, attacks and block. An in-depth examination of offensive and defensive formations will be emphasized in an effort to structure and improve game play. Additionally, students will gain exposure to advanced skills such as digging and jump serving.

Prerequisite: FIT 123 or equivalent.

FIT 232 Tennis II (1:0:1.5)

The primary emphasis of this course is to reinforce the basic skills of tennis and to explore advanced shots and strategy. Students will learn the proper use of spin and be able to improve their footwork and decision-making during their shot selection. Singles and doubles strategy will also be discussed and applied in tournament situations. Racquets will be provided. Prerequisite: FIT 132 or equivalent.

FIT 275 Cycling (1:0:1.5)

This course introduces the student to general knowledge of buying and maintaining a bicycle. The course also instructs in basic cycling skills such as the biomechanics of pedaling, hand positions, braking, group riding, touring, and safety. Students must provide their own bicycles. Actual riding is a major focus of the course.

FIT 290 Special Topics (1:0:1.5)

These courses are designed to meet specific needs of groups of students. The courses will be offered on a trial basis in order to determine the demand and value of introducing them as part of the university curriculum.

FIT 310 GE: Intermediate Ballet (2:1:1.5)

This course will include technique in intermediate ballet including alignment, barre, center work, room and body directions, and intermediate-level enchainements. Students will further develop their awareness of the role of principles of flexibility, muscular strength and endurance, and

cardiovascular fitness, with emphasis on developing the physical and expressive potential of the human body. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: DANC/FIT 210 or equivalent (1-2 yrs. prior ballet study).

FIT 315 GE: Dance Performance and Production (1:0:3)

This course consists of performance, choreography, and production work involved with dance as a performing art. Work in performance and technical areas is included, and participation in production is required. This course may be elected more than once for credit (maximum of 3 times). Prerequisite: FIT 140, PETE 110 or equivalent dance instruction.

FIT 453 Water Safety Instructor (1:0:1.5)

Satisfactory completion of this course leads to certification as a Red Cross Water Safety Instructor. The course focuses on the development of skill proficiency and teaching proficiency of swimming and lifesaving skills. The Red Cross Introduction to Health Services Education course (IHSE) is incorporated into the Water Safety course. Course is also listed as PETE 453. Prerequisites: Current lifeguard training card; successful completion of Red Cross swimming prerequisite.

FIT 454 Lifeguard Instructor (1:0:3)

Satisfactory completion of this course leads to certification as an American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor. This course prepares instructor candidates to teach Lifeguard Training, Basic Water Safety, Emergency Water Safety, and the Lifeguard Review course. Prerequisites: Lifeguard Training Certificate (FIT/PETE 353); current CPR Certificate/standard First Aid Certificate.

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College of Arts and Sciences

The Faculty of Science

Gessner Science Hall, Room 107 570-422-3341 www.esu.edu/physics

About the Program

The Bachelor of Arts in General Science is designed for students who seek a broad background in all four areas of science (biology, chemistry, earth and space science, and physics). Students can choose between two concentrations.

 General concentration: The General concentration provides

a broad background in science along with a few courses that examine areas of interest to the student. Typically, this concentration is chosen in coordination with a major in a related field.

 Secondary Education concentration: The Secondary

Education concentration mirrors the general

concentration but also includes seven additional courses in education. A graduate of this program will be eligible for Pennsylvania teacher certification in general science for grades 7-12 (dependent on grade point average and qualifying score on teacher examination). Typically, teachers with this certification teach grades 7-9 (either general science, life science, physical science or earth science).