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HPER
18 courses with the subject HPER, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
HPER 1305Drugs, Alcohol and Tobacco
This course is designed to explore relevant issues of alcohol, drug and tobacco use and abuse in society. Specifically, the course will research and investigate the effect these substances have on student life and learning. In addition, student participation patterns in high-risk situations and relationships will be explored. Strategies for reducing and preventing accidents that are drug, alcohol, and tobacco related will also be addressed. Student Learning Outcomes: * Review the history of drug use in the United States. * Analyze the extent of use of licit and illicit drugs within various populations in the United States. * Evaluate the variety of cultural influences, including family, peers, and media, on the use of selected drugs. * Describe the nature and characteristics of dependence and addiction. * Research the major drug classifications and their physiological effects. * Critique the social, economic, political, psychological, and pharmacological consequences of drug misuse on the American society. * Explain the current efforts to control drug use and suggest alternative ap- proaches to controlling drug use. * Identify the physiological, social, and treatment aspects of alcohol and tobacco use in the United States. * Compare and contrast the major illicit drugs, their prevalence, physiological effects, and treatment strategies. * Differentiate between the major types of prescription and over-the-counter drugs, specifically regarding their use and misuse and their effects on medical advertising and regulation. Prerequisite(s): ENGL1308 and one of the following: READ0900, READ1308 or ESOL1120, or appropriate placement score. (2 C: 2 lect/pres, 0 lab, 0 other)
This course is designed to provide information and practical application of the seven domains of wellness. Each student will receive relevant information PLEASE NOTE: All program plans are preliminary and curriculum may 2026-2027 St. Cloud Technical & Community College on how to live a happier, healthier life using the Seven Domains (Physical, Emotional, Intellectual, Interpersonal, Spiritual, Environmental, and Financial/ Occupational). The interconnectedness of these domains will be discussed, with a special emphasis on how a deficiency in one domain can negatively influence the other domains. Finally, the course will provide information for students to design their own wellness plan. Student Learning Outcomes: * Analyze wellness, fitness, and the parameters that comprise good physical health. * Explain cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength, muscular endurance and flexibility as important components of fitness and healthy body composition. * Analyze personal diet to identify what changes would conform to healthy lifestyle principles. * Identify the risk factors and warning signs for various forms of cancer, diabe- tes, and heart disease. * Identify potential stressors on the body and strategies to reduce stress. * Design a personalized plan with goals for developing and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. * Examine the meaning and interconnectedness of the seven domains of well- ness. (2 C: 2 lect/pres, 0 lab, 0 other)
MnTC Goal Area 1 Communications - 2 courses HPER1360 Weight Training and Conditioning............................ 1 ENGL1312 and any CMST course............................................... 7
The course will provide an overview of the growing field of Sports Psychology, which involves applying psychological science to sports. Students will be able to define sports psychology, describe characteristics of an individual, and identify and apply sports psychological theories. The course will illustrate goal setting, explain imagery and hypnosis in sport, and define the psychology behind exer- cise. Students will analyze the importance of attention and concentration in sports and be able to discuss the importance of youth sports. Student Learning Outcomes: * Define sports psychology * Describe characteristics of an individual * Interpret a multitude of sports psychological theories * Illustrate goal setting * Explain imagery and hypnosis in sport * Define the psychology behind exercise * Analyze the importance of attention and concentration in sports * Discuss the importance of youth sports (3 C: 3 lect/pres, 0 lab, 0 other) change without notice. Page 194
This course will cover coaching philosophies, behavior management in sports, teaching progression, game and practice management, psychology of coach- ing and fundamentals of physical training. This class is part of the Coaching Certificate. Student Learning Outcomes: * Develop a coaching philosophy * Acquire knowledge of various coaching styles * Analyze motivational techniques * Apply techniques to appropriately manage athletes' behavior * Model communication skills with athletes, officials, fans, parents, and facility managers * Develop out of season practice and training programs * Illustrate knowledge of physiological principles * Identify organizations and resources that will provide reliable information to the coaching field (3 C: 3 lect/pres, 0 lab, 0 other)
This course is designed to introduce the fundamentals of coaching strategy, skills and officiating knowledge for a variety of sports. Student will learn the rules, offensive and defensive strategies, application of teaching technical skills, offici- ating, and proper etiquette as well and an appreciation for a lifetime of activity, coaching and officiating. This class is part of the SCTCC Coaching Certificate. Student Learning Outcomes: * Apply basic coaching fundamentals and knowledge of skills * Demonstrate basic knowledge of sports * Illustrate basic offensive and defensive strategies * Demonstrate knowledge in sport specific training techniques * Apply knowledge of scoring and officiating (2 C: 2 lect/pres, 0 lab, 0 other)
MnTC Goal Area 3 NATURAL SCIENCES PSYC1350 Positive Psychology.................................................. 3 2 courses in different disciplines/subjects (1 lab)......................... 7 ELECTIVE CREDITS - up to 18 credits - Any additional general educa- tion or college-level course work to complete 60 credit requirement MnTC Goal Area 4 Mathematical/Logial Reasoning 1 course ................................................................................... 3 Estimated cost of books, supplies and materials: $1,900 PLEASE NOTE: All program plans are preliminary and curriculum may change without notice. 2026-2027 St. Cloud Technical & Community College Page 90
Participation in SCTCC baseball is required. Fundamentals, techniques, strategy, practice, and competition in SCTCC intercollegiate baseball will be taught. Re- cent participant at the high school level or high level of fitness and athleticism in addition to recommended baseball skills and abilities are required. Student Learning Outcomes: * Perform beginning techniques of baseball. * Demonstrate basic skills and knowledge of the rules and strategies of baseball. * Demonstrate emerging sportsmanship. * Begin to identify and demonstrate maintenance of proper nutrition, muscular strength and endurance, and cardiovascular fitness throughout the preseason, in-season, and postseason. * Identify academic excellence to achieve NJCAA eligibility standards. (1 C: 0 lect/pres, 1 lab, 0 other)
Participation in SCTCC baseball is required. Fundamentals, techniques, strategy, practice, and competition in SCTCC intercollegiate baseball will be taught. Re- cent participant at the high school level or high level of fitness and athleticism in addition to recommended baseball skills and abilities are required. Student Learning Outcomes: PLEASE NOTE: All program plans are preliminary and curriculum may 2026-2027 St. Cloud Technical & Community College * Perform beginning techniques of baseball. * Demonstrate basic skills and knowledge of the rules and strategies of baseball. * Demonstrate emerging sportsmanship. * Begin to identify and demonstrate maintenance of proper nutrition, muscular strength and endurance, and cardiovascular fitness throughout the preseason, in-season, and postseason. * Identify academic excellence to achieve NJCAA eligibility standards. (1 C: 0 lect/pres, 1 lab, 0 other)
Participation in SCTCC Basketball is required. Fundamentals, techniques, strat- egy, practice, and competition in SCTCC intercollegiate basketball will be taught. Recent participant at the high school level or high level of fitness and athleticism in addition to recommended basketball skills and abilities are required. Student Learning Outcomes: * Perform beginning techniques of basketball. * Demonstrate basic skills and knowledge of the rules and strategies of basket- ball. * Demonstrate emerging sportsmanship. * Begin to identify and demonstrate maintenance of proper nutrition, muscular strength and endurance, and cardiovascular fitness throughout the preseason, in-season, and postseason. * Identify academic excellence to achieve NJCAA eligibility standards. (1 C: 0 lect/pres, 1 lab, 0 other)
Participation in SCTCC Basketball is required. Fundamentals, techniques, strat- egy, practice, and competition in SCTCC intercollegiate basketball will be taught. Recent participant at the high school level or high level of fitness and athleticism in addition to recommended basketball skills and abilities are required. Student Learning Outcomes: * Perform beginning techniques of basketball. * Demonstrate basic skills and knowledge of the rules and strategies of basket- ball. * Demonstrate emerging sportsmanship. t * Begin to identify and demonstrate maintenance of proper nutrition, muscular strength and endurance, and cardiovascular fitness throughout the preseason, in-season, and postseason. * Identify academic excellence to achieve NJCAA eligibility standards. (1 C: 0 lect/pres, 1 lab, 0 other)
Participation in SCTCC Basketball is required. Fundamentals, techniques, strat- egy, practice, and competition in SCTCC intercollegiate basketball will be taught. Recent participant at the high school level or high level of fitness and athleticism in addition to recommended basketball skills and abilities are required. Student Learning Outcomes: * Perform beginning techniques of basketball. * Demonstrate basic skills and knowledge of the rules and strategies of basket- ball. * Demonstrate emerging sportsmanship. * Begin to identify and demonstrate maintenance of proper nutrition, muscular strength and endurance, and cardiovascular fitness throughout the preseason, in-season, and postseason. * Identify academic excellence to achieve NJCAA eligibility standards. (1 C: 0 lect/pres, 1 lab, 0 other)
Participation in SCTCC Basketball is required. Fundamentals, techniques, strat- egy, practice, and competition in SCTCC intercollegiate basketball will be taught. Recent participant at the high school level or high level of fitness and athleticism in addition to recommended basketball skills and abilities are required. Student Learning Outcomes: * Perform beginning techniques of basketball. * Demonstrate basic skills and knowledge of the rules and strategies of basket- ball. * Demonstrate emerging sportsmanship. * Begin to identify and demonstrate maintenance of proper nutrition, muscular strength and endurance, and cardiovascular fitness throughout the preseason, in-season, and postseason. change without notice. Page 195
Participation in SCTCC Softball is required. Fundamentals, techniques, strategy, practice, and competition in SCTCC intercollegiate softball will be taught. Re- cent participant at the high school level or high level of fitness and athleticism in addition to recommended softball skills and abilities are required. Student Learning Outcomes: * Perform beginning techniques of softball. * Demonstrate basic skills and knowledge of the rules and strategies of softball. * Demonstrate emerging sportsmanship. * Begin to identify and demonstrate maintenance of proper nutrition, muscular strength and endurance, and cardiovascular fitness throughout the preseason, in-season, and postseason. * Identify academic excellence to achieve NJCAA eligibility standards. (1 C: 0 lect/pres, 1 lab, 0 other)
Participation in SCTCC Softball is required. Fundamentals, techniques, strategy, practice, and competition in SCTCC intercollegiate softball will be taught. Re- cent participant at the high school level or high level of fitness and athleticism in addition to recommended softball skills and abilities are required. Student Learning Outcomes: * Perform beginning techniques of softball. * Demonstrate basic skills and knowledge of the rules and strategies of softball. * Demonstrate emerging sportsmanship. * Begin to identify and demonstrate maintenance of proper nutrition, muscular strength and endurance, and cardiovascular fitness throughout the preseason, in-season, and postseason. * Identify academic excellence to achieve NJCAA eligibility standards. (1 C: 0 lect/pres, 1 lab, 0 other)
Participation in SCTCC Volleyball is required. Fundamentals, techniques, strat- egy, practice, and competition in SCTCC intercollegiate volleyball will be taught. Recent participant at the high school level or high level of fitness and athleticism in addition to recommended volleyball skills and abilities are required. Student Learning Outcomes: * Perform beginning techniques of volleyball. * Demonstrate basic skills and knowledge of the rules and strategies of vol- leyball. * Demonstrate emerging sportsmanship. * Begin to identify and demonstrate maintenance of proper nutrition, muscular strength and endurance, and cardiovascular fitness throughout the preseason, in-season, and postseason. * Identify academic excellence to achieve NJCAA eligibility standards. (1 C: 0 lect/pres, 1 lab, 0 other)
Participation in SCTCC Volleyball is required. Fundamentals, techniques, strat- egy, practice, and competition in SCTCC intercollegiate volleyball will be taught. Recent participant at the high school level or high level of fitness and athleticism in addition to recommended volleyball skills and abilities are required. Student Learning Outcomes: * Perform beginning techniques of volleyball. * Demonstrate basic skills and knowledge of the rules and strategies of vol- leyball. * Demonstrate emerging sportsmanship. * Begin to identify and demonstrate maintenance of proper nutrition, muscular strength and endurance, and cardiovascular fitness throughout the preseason, in-season, and postseason. * Identify academic excellence to achieve NJCAA eligibility standards. (1 C: 0 lect/pres, 1 lab, 0 other)
HPER 2017Injury, Prevention, Care, 1st Aid and CPR in Sports.4
Estimated cost of books, supplies and materials: $150 PLEASE NOTE: All program plans are preliminary and curriculum may change without notice. 2026-2027 St. Cloud Technical & Community College Page 92
