Courses and Policy
University Level Physical Education
In the University years the students must complete at least a further two
semesters of Physical Education, up to five Semesters is permissible. University
students are offered a choice of many sporting activities and are able to devote
a whole Semester to developing their skills and performance in that sport. A
higher level of skill and tactical development is expected and more emphasis is
placed on the student’s performance in organized competitive situations where
appropriate.
Course Description:
PE 101/201 Badminton Download Syllabus
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In this course, students will learn the basics of the game including court
dimensions and the rules that govern play. Instruction will include grips,
footwork, overhead and underhand shots, service and singles and doubles
strategy. During the first half of the semester, students will spend time on
practice and drills to develop their fundamental skills. They will have the
opportunity to participate in singles and doubles competition during the latter
part of the course.
PE 103/203 Basketball Download Syllabus
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This course will cover the fundamentals of basketball: dribbling, passing,
shooting, rebounding, and offensive and defensive strategies. Demonstration,
drills, individual work, and team play will be utilized to improve the students’
individual as well as team skills.
PE 121/221 Weight Training Download Syllabus
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This course will introduce the principles of weight training. Students will
learn to develop programs designed to improve muscular endurance, strength, and
power. Time will be devoted to safety, proper lifting techniques, and the
components of a workout. The class will utilize pin-loaded strength training
equipment as well as free weights.
PE 113/213 Swimming Download Syllabus
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The BEGINNER’s course is for the non-swimmer or the swimmer with poor swimming
skills. The objective of the course is to equip the individual with the basic
water safety skills and knowledge in order to make him/her reasonably safe while
in, on, or near the water. The INTERMEDIATE course is for the swimmer who has a
good command of the freestyle stroke and wishes to improve and learn or improve
on the other competitive strokes (backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly).
Technique, efficiency, and development of endurance will be the focuses of the
class.
PE 115/215 Table Tennis Download Syllabus
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Instruction will cover the basic skills: forehand drive, backhand drive,
footwork, service, return of service, and volley. Students will be grouped
according to their level of play and will participate in drills to develop the
basic skills. The rules and basic strategy for both singles and doubles play
will be covered. Time will be allotted for class competition in the latter part
of the course.
PE 109/209 Soccer Download Syllabus
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The main objective of the course is to expose the student to the game of soccer
in a fashion that will enable the player to become an intelligent spectator and
participant. Time will be devoted to developing and improving the fundamental
skills: dribbling, passing, trapping, juggling, heading, shooting, and
goaltending. Competition will provide an opportunity for the student to
demonstrate soccer skill and develop the basic strategy used in the game.
PE 119/219 Volleyball
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Volleyball is a dynamic team game utilizing a variety of individual skills and
group interplay. Active involvement is essential to personal improvement and
enjoyment. Skills to be taught include service, passing, setting, blocking,
attack, and emergency skills. Strategy and skills will be practiced in lead-up
games and situation drills. Personal skill development and team dynamics will be
stressed. Power volleyball rules will serve as a guideline for game situations.
PE 115/215 Table Tennis
Elective Activities:
Aerobic Fitness
This course emphasizes the benefits of cardio-respiratory/aerobic fitness and
the importance of participating in a lifetime fitness program. Various modes of
aerobic exercise are introduced such as running, biking, stepping, rowing, and
also swimming. The student will be taught how to monitor their heart rate and
workout intensity using different methods.
Introduction To Fitness And Wellness
The concepts of fitness and wellness are introduced in this course. Fitness and
other positive life-style habits that lead to better health, improved quality of
life, and total well-being will be discussed. Students will be responsible for
developing a self-paced fitness program that will be followed for the duration
of the semester.
Course Policy and Grading System
Grading :
Class Attendance: 15%
Class Participation: 15%
Written Examination: 20%
Practical Examination 50% (1st Major Exam – 25%, 2nd Major Exam – 25%)
TOTAL: 100%
Class Attendance:
-Students should be present in all class and pool sessions. As a
university policy excuse letter for absence is no longer honored.
-The student shall be responsible for any topic that was discussed in class or
activity in the pool during his absence.
-Regardless of students grade in the class, a student who misses 8
(eight) classes will automatically receive a failing grade (F)
-Attendance shall be taken during the first 5 minutes of the class
-Any student who comes to class after 5 minutes shall be marked absent