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48 courses with the subject PE, 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.

PE 101Yoga2

Adapted yoga postures and breathing; foundations for meditation. 1 Lecture, 2 Lab.

Subject
PE
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
CURRENT 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.wcu.edu
PE 107Synchronized Swimming1

Creative patterns and movement with music. 2 meetings.

Subject
PE
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
CURRENT 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.wcu.edu
PE 108Canoeing1

One 2-hour meeting.

Subject
PE
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
CURRENT 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.wcu.edu
PE 109Karate1

Students will practice at their own individual level various techniques and forms to further progress their knowledge and skills. 2 meetings per week.

Subject
PE
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
CURRENT 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.wcu.edu
PE 113Hiking1

Safety and skills for organizing hiking and backpacking trips for small groups; clothing and equipment; map and compass; choosing hiking areas; weekend trips as arranged. 2 meetings.

Subject
PE
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
CURRENT 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.wcu.edu
PE 114Jogging1

Principles and physiological benefits of running and aerobic exercise. 2 meetings.

Subject
PE
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
CURRENT 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.wcu.edu
PE 120RAD: Rape Aggression Defense - Basic Self-Defense for Women2

Overview of sexual assault prevention strategies and self-defense techniques for women.

Subject
PE
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
CURRENT 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.wcu.edu
PE 124Handball1

One-wall and four-wall handball. 2 meetings.

Subject
PE
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
CURRENT 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.wcu.edu
PE 125Racquetball1

One-wall and four-wall racquetball. 2 meetings.

Subject
PE
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
CURRENT 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.wcu.edu
PE 132Basketball1

2 meetings.

Subject
PE
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
CURRENT 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.wcu.edu
PE 133Volleyball1

2 meetings.

Subject
PE
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
CURRENT 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.wcu.edu
PE 134Softball1

2 meetings.

Subject
PE
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
CURRENT 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.wcu.edu
PE 135Soccer1

2 meetings.

Subject
PE
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
CURRENT 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.wcu.edu
PE 136Beginning Disc Golf2

This course will explore techniques, strategies, etiquette, rules, and safety issues of disc golf as a lifetime fitness activity.

Subject
PE
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
CURRENT 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.wcu.edu
PE 137Beginning Mountain Biking1

This course will explore techniques, strategies, equipment, and safety issues of mountain biking as a lifetime fitness activity.

Subject
PE
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
CURRENT 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.wcu.edu
PE 202Casting1

Bait, spin, and fly casting; fundamentals and care of equipment. 2 meetings.

Subject
PE
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
CURRENT 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.wcu.edu
PE 203Beginning Snowboarding1

This course introduces snowboarding for students who are new or are beginning snowboarders. Knowledge and execution of the skills are taught to enjoy snowboarding at a beginning level. On-snow instruction is provided at local snow resort.

Subject
PE
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
CURRENT 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.wcu.edu
PE 204Beginning Alpine Skiing1

This course introduces skiing for students who are new or are beginning skiers. Knowledge and execution of the skills are taught to enjoy skiing at a beginning level. On-snow instruction is provided at local snow resort.

Subject
PE
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
CURRENT 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.wcu.edu
PE 205Modern Dance and Choreography1

Dance as an art form and a physical activity; elements of composition for expressive, creative, rhythmic movement. 2 meetings.

Subject
PE
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
CURRENT 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.wcu.edu
PE 206Social, Line, and Folk Dance1

Skills, control, and poise required in social, line, and folk dances. 2 meetings.

Subject
PE
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
CURRENT 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.wcu.edu
PE 207Fencing1

2 meetings.

Subject
PE
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
CURRENT 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.wcu.edu
PE 213Advanced Snowboarding1

This course introduces snowboarding for students who are intermediate or advanced snowboarders. Knowledge and execution of the skills are taught to enjoy snowboarding at an intermediate or advanced level. On-snow instruction is provided at local snow resort.

Subject
PE
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
CURRENT 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.wcu.edu
PE 214Advanced Alpine Skiing1

This course introduces skiing for students who are intermediate or advanced skiers. Knowledge and execution of the skills are taught to enjoy skiing at an intermediate or advanced level. On-snow instruction is provided at local snow resort.

Subject
PE
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
CURRENT 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.wcu.edu
PE 228Adapted Physical Education1

Remedial and therapeutic activities. 2 meetings.

Subject
PE
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
CURRENT 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.wcu.edu
Prerequisite
Permission of instructor and recommendation of a physician. Credits: 1, R3
PE 231Aquarobics1

Pool-based non-swimming aerobic activity for all ages and fitness levels. 2 meetings.

Subject
PE
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
CURRENT 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.wcu.edu
PE 250Elementary School Physical Education Curriculum2

Physical education in relation to the total curriculum.

Subject
PE
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
CURRENT 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.wcu.edu
PE 264Skill Acquisition1

The course emphasizes skill acquisition in tumbling, gymnastics and swimming. 2 meetings.

Subject
PE
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
CURRENT 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.wcu.edu
PE 265Sports Officiating I2

Rules, techniques, and mechanics in sports officiating; football, softball, baseball.

Subject
PE
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
CURRENT 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.wcu.edu
PE 267Principles of Athletic Coaching3

The role of the athletic coach in the management of an athletic program, and in the supervision and instruction of athletes within an athletic program.

Subject
PE
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
CURRENT 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.wcu.edu
PE 300Coaching Baseball2

Emphasis is placed on skills of body mechanics, essential technical and tactical skills, organization of a baseball program and evaluation of performance. Analysis of offensive and defensive strategies, understanding of the rules, and on-field communication will be also emphasized.

Subject
PE
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
CURRENT 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.wcu.edu
PE 301Coaching Basketball2

Survey of basketball coaching techniques, including conditioning, teaching fundamentals, offensive and defensive strategies, team management, planning, rules, and philosophy.

Subject
PE
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
CURRENT 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.wcu.edu
PE 302Coaching Football2

Theory and practice of coaching football, including the understanding of skills and the analysis of offensive and defensive techniques and strategies.

Subject
PE
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
CURRENT 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.wcu.edu
PE 303Coaching Golf2

Methods and techniques of golf coaching. Emphasis will be placed on basic golf skills, the rules of golf, course management, ethics and golf etiquette, high school athletic governance, fitness for golf, how to conduct effective golf practice sessions, and nutrition.

Subject
PE
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
CURRENT 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.wcu.edu
PE 304Coaching Soccer2

Emphasis on development of soccer skills, knowledge of rules, small group/team tactics and positioning of players from beginners to advanced. The combination of skill development, cognitive strategies, and effective planning will prepare the participant for coaching soccer.

Subject
PE
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
CURRENT 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.wcu.edu
PE 306Coaching Softball2

Methods and techniques of coaching softball. Basic rules, strategies, officiating, ethics, governance, fitness, training and nutrition for the sport of softball.

Subject
PE
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
CURRENT 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.wcu.edu
PE 307Coaching Tennis2

Methods and techniques of coaching tennis. Emphasis will be placed on tennis skills, tennis rules, strategies, officiating, ethics and tennis etiquette, governance of high school athletics, how to conduct effective tennis practice sessions, tennis fitness, and nutrition for tennis.

Subject
PE
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
CURRENT 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.wcu.edu
PE 308Coaching Track and Field2

Fundamental technique, teaching strategies, common errors and corrections, assessment, common standards of performance, and safety suggestions for coaching the sport of track and field.

Subject
PE
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
CURRENT 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.wcu.edu
PE 309Coaching Volleyball2

Emphasis on the knowledge, skills, methods, and strategies of volleyball. Physical fundamentals and tactical aspects of volleyball are present.

Subject
PE
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
CURRENT 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.wcu.edu
PE 315Theory & Practice of Strength & Conditioning2

The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the theory of weight lifting and provide practical fundamental knowledge to execute safe and effective weight lifting programs.

Subject
PE
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
CURRENT 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.wcu.edu
PE 360Skills in Promoting Healthful Living1

A competency-based course of methods and materials in health, first aid/safety, and physical education for the elementary school program. 2 Lecture, 1 Lab.

Subject
PE
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
CURRENT 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.wcu.edu
PE 361Physical Education for the Elementary Teacher1

A competency-based course of methods and materials in physical education for the elementary school program. 3 per week for 5 weeks.

Subject
PE
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
CURRENT 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.wcu.edu
PE 380Independent Study1-3

A topic in health, physical education, or recreation agreed upon by student and instructor.

Subject
PE
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
CURRENT 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.wcu.edu
Prerequisite
ENGL 202 and permission of department head. Credits: 1-3
PE 383Instructional Apprenticeship1

Apprenticeship to develop teaching and leadership skills before student teaching. Three hours per credit hour.

Subject
PE
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
CURRENT 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.wcu.edu
Prerequisite
Physical Education major and permission of instructor. Credits: 1, R3
PE 389Cooperative Education in PE and Sports1

See Cooperative Education Program.

Subject
PE
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
CURRENT 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.wcu.edu
PE 483Coaching Practicum2

A 45-hour practical coaching experience in an interscholastic, intercollegiate, or youth/club sport setting. Students will demonstrate skills in organization, physical skill demonstration, planning, teaching, evaluation, ethical behaviors, communication, and game management. Specific placement will depend upon the various playing sessions for the sports involved.

Subject
PE
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
CURRENT 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.wcu.edu
Prerequisite
PE 267 and permission of instructor. Credits: 2
PE 484Individual Fitness Practicum2

A 30-hour practical fitness coaching experience in a fitness club/recreation center setting. This practicum is an applied, experiential practicum designed to help students design, implement, and evaluate an individualized fitness program grounded in evidence-based principles of exercise science and health-related fitness. Students will engage in ongoing physical activity, self-assessment, goal setting, and reflective practice while applying professional standards related to fitness planning, monitoring, and evaluation.

Subject
PE
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
CURRENT 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.wcu.edu
Prerequisite
( HPE 355 and HPE 358 ) or HPE 365 Credits: 2
PE 485Group Fitness Practicum2

A 30-hour practical fitness coaching experience in a fitness club/recreation center setting. This practicum provides students with hands-on experience in designing, implementing, and leading group fitness programs. Students will complete an internship in a group fitness setting while engaging in applied coursework that builds skills in exercise instruction, safety, programming, and participant motivation. This course aligns with ACSM Group Exercise Instructor (GEI) standards and complements HPE 484 Individual Fitness Practicum, providing a pathway toward careers as fitness instructors or personal trainers within the Coaching Minor.

Subject
PE
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
CURRENT 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.wcu.edu
Prerequisite
( HPE 355 and HPE 358 ) or HPE 365 Credits: 2
PE 493Special Topics3

Trends and issues in physical education, sport management, and recreation.

Subject
PE
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
CURRENT 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
catalog.wcu.edu

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