Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.

Philosophy and principles of athletics as integral parts of physical education and general education. Coach as an educational leader; public relations; general safety procedures; general principles of school budgets, records, purchasing and use of facilities.

Basic concepts of all sports. History, rules, regulations, and policies of interscholastic athletics. Skills, technical information, management, training and conditioning, equipment, safety and officiating.

Principles of physiology and psychology related to coaching; risk minimization; health issues and administrative procedures. Fitness, conditioning, sport specific training, nutrition and weight management related to coaching.

Training in CPR, external defibrillators (AEDs), and immediate first aid care to a suddenly injured or ill person until more advanced medical personnel arrive. Includes providing preliminary treatment for sprains, fractures, shock, bleeding and environmental emergencies.

Offered through SUAbroad by educational institution outside the United States. Student registers for the course at the foreign institution and is graded according to that institution's practice. SUAbroad works with the S.U. academic department to assign the appropriate course level, title, and grade for the student's transcript.

Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.

Analysis of physical education teaching behavior and decision making, teaching alternatives and effectiveness. Class management, professional issues, personal teaching strengths. Issues related to student teaching, methods, curriculum and career planning.

Offered through SUAbroad by educational institution outside the United States. Student registers for the course at the foreign institution and is graded according to that institution's practice. SUAbroad works with the S.U. academic department to assign the appropriate course level, title, and grade for the student's transcript.

This course is designed to equip students with the skills needed to modify sports, games, drills and physical activities to make them accessible for individuals with disabilities.

In-depth exploration of a problem or problems.  Individual independent study upon a plan submitted by the student. Admission by consent of supervising instructor or instructors and the department.