PHED

Principles and practice of safe aerobic exercise.

Subject

PHED

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

1

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

blc.edu

Principles and practice of safe resistance training.

Subject

PHED

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

1

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

blc.edu

The purpose of this course is to develop the techniques utilized in fundamental skills for team sports. This course will also focus on the various stages of games skill development. An emphasis will be placed on designing a variety of learning experiences for grade appropriate sports.

Subject

PHED

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

cr.

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

blc.edu

Review the basic fundamentals of single or dual participation sports activities such as tennis, racquetball, badminton, bowling, and golf. Included will be the game rules and strategy for team play. Effort will be directed toward helping the individual develop basic skills, understanding, and value derived from active participation. Additional fee required.

Subject

PHED

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

cr.

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

blc.edu

This course is a comprehensive introduction to the coaching profession. Emphasis is placed on sport at the high school, and serious club levels. Consideration is also given to coaching at other levels, such as youth, recreational, and intercollegiate sport programs. The primary goal of the course is to develop and enhance students' knowledge and understanding of concepts and techniques of coaching and their application to achieving important objectives in working with athletes.

Subject

PHED

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

cr.

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

blc.edu

Subject

PHED

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

cr.

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

blc.edu

BLC 2026-2027 Academic Catalog 135

Subject

PHED

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

blc.edu

This course will introduce the student to the complex field of sport as a psychological and sociological phenomenon. Students will study social processes associated with sport, including competition, socialization, conflict and change. Prerequisite: Sophomore status required or consent of instructor.

Subject

PHED

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

blc.edu

Basic prevention, care, evaluation, treatment and rehabilitation of athletic injuries. Prerequisite: HLTH206.

Subject

PHED

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

blc.edu

A study of the biomechanics of human movement. Prerequisites: BIOL231 and BIOL232.

Subject

PHED

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

cr.

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

blc.edu

Subject

PHED

Credits (min)

4

Credits (max)

4

Credit unit

cr.

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

blc.edu

A course designed to provide practical knowledge and experience in the area of strength and conditioning. Topics include specificity, flexibility, plyometrics, core stabilization, weight training, circuit training, and ergogenic aids. Prerequisites: BIOL231 and BIOL232.

Subject

PHED

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

cr.

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

blc.edu

Subject

PHED

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

cr.

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

blc.edu

Applied Sports Science allows students to practically apply the knowledge gained in PHED 350, PHED 450, PHED 455, and PHED 460 while introducing them to the latest advancements in athlete testing/tracking. The latest research and training techniques/methods as well as technology will be discussed. Topics include specificity, athletic performance, injury risk mitigation, and sports science technology and methodology. Prerequisites: PHED 350, PHED 450, PHED 455, PHED 460.

Subject

PHED

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

blc.edu

This course provides students the opportunity to conduct undergraduate research and gain experience in academic writing. Students will demonstrate the importance of protecting human research participants. In addition, students will develop a research proposal to be submitted to the Bethany Lutheran College Institutional Review Board (IRB). A “mini-thesis” will be written, which will include a study introduction, literature review, research method, results, and conclusion section. Students will also present their “mini-thesis” project. Prerequisite: PHED460 (taken before or concurrently) or consent of instructor.

Subject

PHED

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

blc.edu

A capstone topics course in Exercise Science. This course will review the various physiological, psychological, and administrative components involved in a comprehensive health/fitness program. A special emphasis on cardiac concerns included. Prerequisites: BIOL231, BIOL232, and PHED460.

Subject

PHED

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

blc.edu

Coaching related field experience with an approved agency fulfilling an individual learning contract negotiated between student, faculty advisor, and worksite. By permission only.

Subject

PHED

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

9

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

blc.edu