Plattsburgh State

PED Courses

PED102 - Strength and Cardiovascular Conditioning (1 cr.)

Application of fitness and wellness principles to develop muscular endurance, strength, power and cardiovascular endurance. Emphasis on the development of a personal lifetime fitness program. Course offered as P/F and based on participation. Must be Fitness Center member to enroll. (Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall).

PED104 - Water Aerobics (1 cr.)

Application of fitness principles to personal fitness in an aquatic environment. Course offered as P/F and based on participation. (Fall/Spring).

PED129 - Martial Arts (1 cr.)

Introduction to a variety of traditional and modern martial arts forms and skills. Different forms of martial arts will include Basic Shaolin Kempo Karati, Joi-Jitsu and Shalolin Kung-fu. (Spring, Fall).

PED130 - Beginning Golf (1 cr.)

Introduction to beginning golf. Course emphasizes full swing skill development. Class discusses selection of proper equipment, etiquette and basic terms and rules. Beginning skill is video taped first day of class. Attendance is required for first class to remain enrolled. (Fall).

PED132 - Beginning Alpine Skiing (1 cr.)

Introduction to beginning downhill skiing. Class discusses selection of proper equipment, safety and ski etiquette. Skill development and practice takes place at 2 different ski areas. Students are responsible for equipment and lift tickets. Course offered as P/F and based on participation. (Winter).

PED134 - Ice Skating (1 cr.)

Course emphasizes development of basic ice skating skills. Class discusses selection of proper equipment and safety. Course offered as P/F, based on participation. Skates available for rental. (Spring, Fall).

PED138 - Beginning/Intermediate Swimming (1 cr.)

Designed for the non-swimmer or novice swimmer to improve their swimming skills and aquatic fitness conditioning. Emphasis on skill development and personal safety practices to be safe in or around the water. Course offered as P/F and based on participation. (Spring, Summer, Fall).

PED142 - Beginning Tennis (1 cr.)

Introduction to beginning tennis. Course emphasizes skill development and knowledge for beginners in tennis. Class discusses equipment, etiquette and basic terms and rules. Course maybe offered on P/F based on participation or letter grade based on skill improvement and knowledge depending on instructor. (Spring, Summer, Fall).

PED175 - Sea Kayaking I (1 cr.)

Introduction to recreational sea kayak touring. Class includes discussion of the history of kayaks with attention to the evolution of kayak and paddle design. Skill development includes a variety of paddle strokes, wet exits, and self rescues. In addition to skill clinics, course includes a variety of tours. (Fall - Summer).

PED176 - Sea Kayaking II (1 cr.)

Course focuses on refining and advancing sea kayaking skills, with special attention to advanced dimensions of the forward stroke, variant rescue skills, use of the lower body for control, and rolling. In addition to skill development, course includes tours requiring more sustained paddling. (Fall - Summer). Prerequisite or Corequisite: PED175.

PED180 - Rock Climbing I (1 cr.)

Introduction to recreational climbing. Course includes an introduction to beginning movement techniques, top-rope protection systems, and belaying skills. (Fall - Spring - Summer). Prerequisite: basic level of fitness.

PED181 - Rock Climbing II (1 cr.)

Follow-up to Rock Climbing I, this course offers a progression of additional movement techniques and practice with top-rope climbing systems. PED 181 includes rappel techniques, and use of friction hitches for self-belay, among other new skills. Pass/Fail grade based on participation. (Fall, Spring, Summer). Prerequisite or Corequisite: PED180 or equivalent top-rope experience.

PED183 - Ice Climbing I (1 cr.)

Introduction to recreational water-ice climbing. Course includes an introduction to equipment, basic ice climbing techniques for a variety of terrain, top-rope systems, and belaying skills. (Winter - Spring).

PED184 - Ice Climbing II (Winter, Spring) (1 cr.)

Follow-up course to Ice Climbing I, this course pursues the next steps in the progression to more challenging movement techniques and practice with top-rope climbing systems. In addition to climbing on steep terrain and mixed conditions, PED 184 includes practice with rappel techniques and the use of friction hitches for self-belay, among other techniques. Pass/Fail grade based on participation. (Winter, Spring). Prerequisite or Corequisite: PED183 or equivalent top-rope experience on water ice.

PED186 - Free-heel Skiing I (1 cr.)

Introduction to equipment and techniques for modern free-heel (telemark skiing, including both Nordic and alpine skills. For skiers with previous Nordic or alpine experience at any level. The Nordic component introduces backcountry skiing skills and techniques for cross-country travel. The alpine component introduces downhill techniques such as parallel and telemark turns. (Spring). Prerequisite: familiarity with alpine skiing at beginner level or above.

PED187 - Free-heel Skiing II (1 cr.)

This course introduces techniques for what is known as modern free-heel skiing. The Nordic component includes backcountry skills with an extended cross-country tour; the alpine component includes downhill techniques for varied terrain. Pass/Fail grade based on participation. Prerequisite or Corequisite: PED186 or equivalent. (Spring).

PED191 - Advanced Activity (1 cr.)

Participation and completing a season on a SUNY Plattsburgh intercollegiate athletic team. A student may enroll for a maximum of four credits of advanced activity. A student may earn 1 credit per sport on a pass/fail basis only. (Spring, Fall).

PED192 - Advanced Activity (1 cr.)

Refer to PED191. (Spring, Fall).

PED193 - Advanced Activity (1 cr.)

Refer to PED191. (Spring, Fall).

PED194 - Advanced Activity (1 cr.)

Refer to PED191. (Spring, Fall).

PED195 - Whitewater Kayaking I (1 cr.)

Introduction to recreational whitewater kayaking. Class includes discussion of the history of whitewater kayaks with attention to the evolution of kayak and paddle design. Skill development includes a variety of paddle strokes, wet exits, self-rescues, and general boat handling techniques. This course begins with flat-water training and progresses to a variety of whitewater experiences. with flat-water training. (Summer).

PED196 - Whitewater Kayaking II (1 cr.)

Course focuses on advancing and refining basic whitewater kayak skills. (Summer). Prerequisite or Corequisite: PED195.

PED201 - CPR/AED/First Aid (1 cr.)

Provides the student with knowledge and skill to handle first aid emergencies and basic first aid. American Red Cross certification will be issued at the completion of course for individuals meeting Red Cross standards. (Spring, Fall).

PED203 - Waterfront Lifeguarding (3 cr.)

Skill and knowledge necessary to keep patrons of pool and waterfront aquatic facilities safe in and around the water and respond to emergencies in pools and waterfronts. Successful completion of all components of the course will certify the student in American Red Cross Lifeguarding/Waterfront/First Aid and CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer. (Spring, Summer). Prerequisite: American Red Cross preliminary swimming test.

PED204 - CHAMPS/Life Skills (3 cr.)

The CHAMPS/Life Skills Program was created to support the student-athlete development initiatives of NCAA member institutions and to enhance the quality of the student-athlete experience within the context of higher education (NCAA.org). Prepares student-athletes to develop skills for academic success and an appreciation for their responsibilities as citizens in the global community, and to demonstrate, in written assignments and oral presentations, critical understanding of academic issues as they relate to the student-athlete. (Fall).

PED205 - Water Safety Instructor (3 cr.)

This American Red Cross instructor course is to train instructor candidates to teach Red Cross swimming and water safety courses. American Red Cross certification will be issued at the completion of course for individuals meeting Red Cross qualifications. (Spring). Prerequisites: Successful completion of a preliminary swimming test.

PED210 - Introduction to Fitness & Wellness Leadership Major (2 cr.)

Introduces students to careers and trends in the fitness industry, the academic program and requirements, academic planning, certification organizations, and fitness and wellness concepts and assists students with the development of life skills in the areas of academics, personal development, leadership, career development and commitment to service. (Fall). Prerequisite: Fitness and Wellness Leadership major.

PED212 - Introduction to Personal Fitness Training (2 cr.)

Provide a foundational understanding of the exercise sciences, personal training profession, and fitness industry along with receiving practical experiences in the areas of health assessments, exercise movements, and fitness management. (Spring). Prerequisites: PED210 and must be a Fitness and Wellness Leadership major.

PED214 - Advanced Personal Fitness Training (2 cr.)

Students will learn advanced concepts required of the personal fitness trainer that include the knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) used to improve, maintain, and/or optimize health-related components of physical fitness, functional movements, and sports performance. The student will assist the course instructor and upper-class students. In addition, the course will prepare students to take the ACSM's Certified Personal Trainer certification exam. (Fall). Prerequisites: PED212 and must be a Fitness and Wellness Leadership major.

PED220 - Theory and Technique of Coaching Basketball (2 cr.)

The organization and administration of coaching a basketball program. Emphasis given to team strategy, offensive and defensive theories, coaching philosophies and overall development of a high school and college program. (Spring, Fall).

PED222 - Theory and Technique of Coaching Baseball and Softball (2 cr.)

Development of philosophy and skills to coach either a baseball or softball program. Emphasis on development of individual and team fundamentals, team strategies, offensive and defensive skills and the overall administration of a youth, high school or college program. (Spring).

PED223 - Theories and Techniques of Coaching Lacrosse (2 cr.)

Development of philosophy and skills to coach a lacrosse program. Emphasis given to development of individual and team fundamentals, team strategy, offensive and defensive strategies and overall development of a high school and college program. (Fall).

PED224 - Theory and Techniques of Coaching Ice Hockey (2 cr.)

Development of philosophy and skills to coach an ice hockey program. Emphasis to development of individual and team fundamentals, team strategies, offensive and defensive skills and the overall development of a high school and college program. (Spring, Fall).

PED225 - Theory and Technique of Coaching Track and Field (2 cr.)

Development of philosophy and skills to coach a track and field program. Emphasis will be given on training theory, coaching distance/middle distance, sprints/relays, hurdles, jumps and throws and the overall development of a high school and college program. (Spring, Fall).

PED227 - Theory and Technique of Coaching Soccer (2 cr.)

Development of philosophy and skills to coach a soccer program. Emphasis given to the development of individual and team fundamentals, team strategies, offensive and defensive skills and the overall development of a high school and college program. (Spring).

PED271 - Wellness and Fitness in Contemporary Society (3 cr.)

Examines how current lifestyle in society influences an individual's wellness decisions and how an individual's wellness decisions affect changes in society. Basic knowledge of fitness, exercise, nutrition, disease, injury and their relationship to overall wellness. An overview of training and conditioning methods and general exercise program design. Individual considerations for positive health and wellness. (Spring, Summer, Fall). Liberal arts.

PED301 - PE Teaching Assistants (1 cr.)

Experience as a teaching assistant in appropriate Physical Education courses. Students may serve as TA only four times for credit. (Spring, Fall). Prerequisites: by permission of chairperson.

PED302 - PE Teaching Assistants (1 cr.)

Refer to PED301 course description. (Spring, Fall). Prerequisites: by permission of chairperson

PED303 - PE Teaching Assistants (1 cr.)

Refer to PED301 course description. (Fall). Prerequisites: by permission of chairperson.

PED311 - Coaching Psychology (1 cr.)

Examines the psychological relationship between the coach and the individual athlete and between the coach and the team. Investigates personal coaching styles and how communication skills and mental skill training can be incorporated into coaching philosophy. Also examines how coaches deal with personal and team stress. (Fall). Liberal arts.

PED312 - Sports Psychology (2 cr.)

Examines the psychological dynamics between player and teammates, player and coach, and the player as an individual. Emphasis on the team versus individual concepts including self-motivation, self-doubt, confrontation, success and failure as they relate to athletics. (Spring).

PED323 - Exercise Program Design (2 cr.)

Examines the knowledge necessary to design and implement proper exercise programs for diverse populations and fitness levels. Information in this course will prepare students for Personal Trainer examination. (Spring, Summer, Fall).

PED333 - The Science of Exercise (3 cr.)

The study of various factors that affect human performance including regulatory mechanisms, responses, adaptations and changes that occur as a result of physical activity. Topics include physiology demands of exercise, energy systems, effects on human development, and implications for personal fitness and fitness professionals. (Spring, Fall). Liberal arts.

PED334 - Kinesiology (3 cr.)

The study of human movement in relationship to the physical sciences. Designed to analyze human motion based on anatomical and mechanical principles. Topics include joint and segmental movements, muscle action in regards to everyday and fitness activity, and implications for personal fitness and for fitness professionals. Basic biomechanical and neuromuscular physiology will be applied along with the musculoskeletal anatomy. (Spring). Liberal arts. Prerequisites: BIO326 and BIO327.

PED335 - Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries (3 cr.)

Understanding attitudes, practices and practical skills, which contribute to a better understanding of the prevention and care of athletic injuries. (Fall).

PED336 - Fitness Programming (3 cr.)

Examines the knowledge necessary to design and implement proper exercise programs for diverse populations and fitness levels and provide the appropriate environment to facilitate successful program implementation. Information in this course will assist in preparing students for Personal Trainer and/or Strength and Conditioning certification. (Spring).

PED337 - Group Exercise Programming (3 cr.)

Prepares students for instruction of, planning for and managing group exercise programming. Students will learn the dynamics of various group exercise classes. The course will focus on physiological benefits, methodology, class design, music progressions and effective choreography flow and transition. Students will identify and prepare for a variety of accredited certifications. (Spring).

PED338 - Supplemental and Ergogenic Aids (2 cr.)

A study of research, research findings, and issues in the physiology and psychological effects of ergogenics on human performance in sport and exercise. Topics include doping, drug testing, clinical and scientific research on use and abuse of performance-enhancing substances, legal issues and application for personal fitness and fitness professionals. (Spring). Liberal arts.

PED350 - Coaching Internship (1 cr.)

Capstone course for students enrolled in Coaching Minor. Supervised participation as a student coach with a high school athletic program. . May be taken twice. (Spring, Fall). Prerequisites: must be registered in coaching minor and completed all core courses first; permission of chairperson required.

PED351 - Personal Trainer Internship (2 cr.)

Capstone course for students enrolled in Personal Trainer Minor. Supervised participation as a personal trainer in an approved fitness facility. (Fall/Spring).Prerequisites: must be registered in Personal Trainer Minor and have completed all core courses first; permission of chairperson required.

PED399 - Independent Study (1 to 12 cr.)

Project individually arranged by student and faculty sponsor. Requires completion of the Independent Study form and approval by the Faculty Sponsor, Academic Advisor, Department Chair and Academic Dean. (Fall ).

PED401 - Fitness Field Experience I (2 cr.)

Supervised field experience for Fitness and Wellness Leadership majors; 120 hours on site. Three seminar classes will be scheduled for field experience participants. Students will be placed in a professional role and fitness site that serves clientele in profit, non-profit, college, high school, clinical, or other setting. (Fall & Spring). Prerequisites: PED214, American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) Certified Personal Trainer Certification, Permission of Program Coordinator, and Junior standing in major.

PED402 - Fitness Field Experience II (2 cr.)

PED403 - Fitness Field Experience III (2 cr.)

PED404 - Fitness Field Experience IV (2 cr.)

Supervised field experience for Fitness and Wellness Leadership majors; 120 hours on site. Three seminar classes will be scheduled for field experience participants. Students will be placed in a professional role and fitness site that serves clientele in profit, non-profit, college, high school, clinical, or other setting. (Spring). Prerequisites: PED403 and Senior standing.

PED405 - Health-Fitness-Medical Field Internship (3 cr.)

Supervised field internship experience for Fitness and Wellness Leadership majors only. Student will be placed in a professional role at a health-fitness-medical site that serves clientele in profit, non-profit, college, high school, clinical, or other setting. Students may take this course for credit more than once. (Summer). Prerequisites: permission of program coordinator, sophomore standing or above in the Fitness and Wellness Leadership major.

PED410 - Fitness Management (3 cr.)

Fitness and Wellness Leadership capstone course that examines the fitness industry and management practices and operational issues in commercial, corporate, clinical and community settings. Topics include managing and operating facilities for front-of-the-house (member and guest services) and back-of-the-house (facility and equipment maintenance, business office and financial management, legal issues and insurance matters) and the planning and evaluation processes. (Spring). Prerequisites: MKE280, MKE290, MKE311; PED336, PED337.

PED420 - Philosophy, Principles & Organization of Athletics in Education (3 cr.)

Philosophy and principles of athletics as an integral part of physical education. Topics include functions, rules and organization of NYS Public High School Athletic Association, risk management, standards for coaches, and coach's responsibilities as an educator of youth. (Spring).

PED499 - Independent Study (1 to 12 cr.)

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