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32 courses with the subject PED, 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.

PED 101Fundamentals of Physical Activity I1-2

Presents principles underlying the components of physical fitness. Utilizes conditioning activities involving cardiovascular strength and endurance, respiratory efficiency, muscular strength, and flexibility. May include fitness assessment, nutrition and weight control information, and concepts of wellness. Part I of II.

Subject
PED
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.germanna.edu
PED 102Fundamentals of Physical Activity II1-2

Presents principles underlying the components of physical fitness. Utilizes conditioning activities involving cardiovascular strength and endurance, respiratory efficiency, muscular strength, and flexibility. May include fitness assessment, nutrition and weight control information, and concepts of wellness. Part II of II.

Subject
PED
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.germanna.edu
PED 103Aerobic Fitness I2

Develops cardiovascular fitness though activities designed to elevate and sustain heart rates appropriate to age and physical condition.

Subject
PED
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.germanna.edu
PED 104Aerobic Fitness II1-2

Develops cardiovascular fitness though activities designed to elevate and sustain heart rates appropriate to age and physical condition. Part II of II.

Subject
PED
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.germanna.edu
PED 109Yoga2

Focuses on the forms of yoga training emphasizing flexibility.

Subject
PED
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.germanna.edu
PED 111Weight Training I1

Focuses on muscular strength and endurance training through individualized workout programs. Teaches appropriate use of weight training equipment.

Subject
PED
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.germanna.edu
PED 112Weight Training II1

Focuses on muscular strength and endurance training through individualized workout programs. Teaches appropriate use of weight training equipment.

Subject
PED
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.germanna.edu
Prerequisite
Completed PED 111 . Recitation/Laboratory Hours: 2 hours. Total Hours: 2 hours per week.
PED 116Lifetime Fitness and Wellness2

Provides a study of fitness and wellness and their relationship to a healthy lifestyle. Defines fitness and wellness, evaluates the student’s level of fitness and wellness, and motivates the student to incorporate physical fitness and wellness into daily living. A personal fitness/wellness plan is required for the 2-credit course.

Subject
PED
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.germanna.edu
PED 120Yoga II1-2

Focuses on the forms of yoga training emphasizing flexibility.

Subject
PED
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.germanna.edu
Prerequisite
PED 109 .
PED 123Tennis I1-2

Teaches tennis skills with emphasis on stroke development and strategies for individual and team play. Includes rules, scoring, terminology, and etiquette. Part I of II.

Subject
PED
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.germanna.edu
PED 124Tennis II1-2

Teaches tennis skills with emphasis on stroke development and strategies for individual and team play. Includes rules, scoring, terminology, and etiquette. Part II of II.

Subject
PED
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.germanna.edu
PED 128Horseback Riding2

Presents riding seats and preparation for riding, care and grooming of a horse, selection, use and care of equipment, and safety.

Subject
PED
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.germanna.edu
Prerequisite
Appropriate riding skills or instructor’s permission for advanced course.
PED 129Self-Defense2

Examines history, techniques, and movements associated with self-defense. Introduces the skills and methods of self- defense emphasizing mental and physical discipline.

Subject
PED
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.germanna.edu
PED 133Golf I1

Teaches basic skills of golf, rules, etiquette, scoring, terminology, equipment selection and use, and strategy.

Subject
PED
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.germanna.edu
PED 135Bowling I1

Teaches basic bowling skills and techniques, scoring, rules, etiquette and terminology. Lecture 0 hours.

Subject
PED
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.germanna.edu
PED 136Bowling II1

Teaches basic bowling skills and techniques, scoring, rules, etiquette, and terminology.

Subject
PED
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.germanna.edu
Prerequisite
PED 135 or instructor permission. Recitation/Laboratory Hours: 2 hours. Total Hours: 2 hours per week.
PED 137Martial Arts I2

Emphasizes forms, styles, and techniques of body control, physical and mental discipline, and physical fitness. Presents a brief history of development of martial arts theory and practice.

Subject
PED
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.germanna.edu
PED 138Martial Arts II1-2

Emphasizes forms, styles, and techniques of body control, physical and mental discipline, and physical fitness. Presents a brief history of development of martial arts theory and practice. Part II of II.

Subject
PED
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.germanna.edu
PED 150Soccer1

Emphasizes soccer skills and techniques, strategies, rules, equipment, and physical conditioning. Lecture 0 hours.

Subject
PED
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.germanna.edu
PED 154Volleyball1

Introduces skills, techniques, strategies, rules, and scoring.

Subject
PED
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.germanna.edu
PED 156Softball1-2

Emphasizes skills, techniques, strategies, rules.

Subject
PED
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.germanna.edu
PED 157Soccer II1

Emphasizes advanced soccer skills and techniques, strategies, rules, equipment, and physical conditioning.

Subject
PED
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.germanna.edu
Prerequisite
PED 150 . Recitation/Laboratory Hours: 2 hours. Total Hours: 2 hours per week.
PED 160Modern Dance1-2

Teaches the basic techniques of creative dance. Skills include self-expression, contemporary routines, dance forms, and basic choreography.

Subject
PED
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.germanna.edu
PED 163Jazz I1-2

Introduces dance through contemporary jazz movements. Includes floor stretches, isolations, dance patterns and locomotor movements. Part I of II.

Subject
PED
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.germanna.edu
PED 166Ballet1-2

Teaches ballet as a discipline with correct alignment and ballet form. Expresses movement through traditional dance form with choreographic emphasis.

Subject
PED
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.germanna.edu
PED 168Basic Personal Trainer Preparation3

Introduces the skills and knowledge required to become a personal trainer. Includes the principles of individual weight management, personal wellness, and the skills necessary for the creation of a fitness program for potential clients.

Subject
PED
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.germanna.edu
PED 170Tai Chi I2

Develops an understanding of the Theories and practices of Tai Chi. Explores the energy of exercise that will tone muscles, improve circulation and increase flexibility and balance. Discusses history and philosophy of exercise and relaxation techniques for stress reduction.

Subject
PED
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.germanna.edu
PED 171Ballroom Dance 11-2

Presents the basic step patterns, rhythmic patterns, and positions in ballroom dance. Includes techniques based upon traditional steps with basic choreographic patterns. Part I of II.

Subject
PED
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.germanna.edu
PED 181Downhill Skiing I1-2

Teaches basic skills of downhill skiing; selection and use of equipment; terminology and safety rules. Includes field experience. Part I of II.

Subject
PED
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.germanna.edu
PED 187Backpacking2

Focuses on the preparation for backpacking trip, equipment and clothing selection, personal and group safety, ecology, and physical conditioning. Includes field experience.

Subject
PED
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.germanna.edu
PED 206Sports Appreciation2

Focuses on the history, trends, rules, methods, strategy, and terminology of selected sports activities. Provides student awareness as a spectator and/or participant.

Subject
PED
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.germanna.edu
PED 254Advanced Volleyball2

Emphasizes advanced volleyball skills, techniques, strategies, rules, and scoring.

Subject
PED
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.germanna.edu
Prerequisite
PED 154 or advisor approval. Recitation/Laboratory Hours: 2-4. Total Hours: 2-4 hours per week.

Source: Germanna Community College's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 59