Physical Education

PE 1001. Intro to Golf & Tennis.

Cat. I (1/12 unit)
Introduction to the sports through skill development and play.

PE 1002. Intro to Volleyball and Squash.

Cat. I (1/12 unit)
Introduction to the sports through skill development and play.

PE 1003. Intro to Bowling and Badminton.

Cat. I (1/12 unit)
Introduction to the sports through skill development and play.

PE 1004. Intro to Table Tennis, Golf and Tennis.

Cat. I (1/12 unit)
Introduction to the sports through skill development and play.

PE 1005. Intro to Recreational Sports.

Cat. I (1/12 unit)
This summer course introduces students to various sports through skill development and play. Possible sports taught include badminton, bowling, golf, racquetball, squash, swimming, table tennis, tennis, and volleyball.

PE 1006. Wellness.

Cat. I (1/12 unit)
Introductory course designed to acquaint students with knowledge and skills necessary to make choices that foster health and well-being.

PE 1007. Basic Water Safety.

Cat. I (1/12 unit)
For the intermediate to advanced swimmer only. Students will learn about water recreational activities and how to remain safe while participating in them. Opportunity to learn the necessary means for safety in/near water and basic
rescue techniques.

PE 1008. Rowing For Fitness

Cat. I
This course will teach basic rowing training techniques and principles with the goal for students to develop and implement an individualized conditioning program for themselves. All classes will be conducted on-campus through the use of rowing machines located in Alumni Gym.

PE 1009. Walking For Fitness

Cat. I
This course will teach basic walking techniques and principles with the goal for students to develop and implement an individualized conditioning program for themselves.

PE 1011. Touch Football.

Cat. I (1/12 unit)
Introduction to basic rules and individual/team skill development with practical application through game competition.

PE 1012. Basketball.

Cat. I (1/12 unit)
Introduction to basic rules and individual/team skill development with practical application through game competition.

PE 1013. Softball.

Cat. I (1/12 unit)
Introduction to basic rules and individual/team skill development with practical application through game competition.

PE 1014. Beginning Tennis.

Cat. I (1/12 unit)
Instruction will focus on basic strokes and techniques. Rules, strategy and play will be integrated as students’ skills develop.

PE 1015. Badminton & Table Tennis.

Cat. I (1/12 unit)
Instruction will focus on basic strokes and techniques. Rules, strategy and play will be integrated as students’ skills develop.

PE 1016. Squash & Raquetball.

Cat. I (1/12 unit)
Instruction will focus on basic strokes and techniques. Rules, strategy and play will be integrated as students’ skills develop.

PE 1017. Beginning Swimming.

Cat. I (1/12 unit)
For the non-swimmer. Students will receive instruction in basic survival skills and the primary techniques to learn to swim safely.

PE 1018. CO-ED Volleyball.

Cat. I (1/12 unit)
Introduction to basic rules and individual/team skill development with practical application through game competition.

PE 1019. Soccer

Cat. I
Introduction to basic rules and individual/team skill development with practical application through game competition.

PE 1021. Bowling.

Cat. I (1/12 unit)
Introductory course designed to acquaint students with the basic skills, knowledge and practical experience.

PE 1024. Intermediate Tennis.

Cat. I (1/12 unit)
Designed for the student with basic skills in tennis. In-depth instruction in skill development and strategy with game competition.

PE 1055. Physical Conditioning.

Cat. I (1/12 unit)
This course will teach basic strength training principles and techniques. Students will develop and implement an individualized conditioning program.

PE 1056. Lifeguarding I.

Cat. I (1/12 unit)

PE 1057. Lifeguarding II.

Cat. I (1/12 unit)
This class is based on the Red Cross Manual for Lifeguarding. Red Cross fee and books are required. The Lifeguard I course is the first part of a two course requirement (Lifeguarding I and II) for a student to be certified in CPR for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid, AED, Oxygen Administration and Lifeguarding.

Recommended background: PE 1007

PE 1059. Weight Training Program for Women.

Cat. I (1/12 unit)
This introductory course is designed to acquaint women with circuit training and free weight programs.

PE 1070. Leisure Education: Redefining Social Norms.

Cat. I (1/12 unit)
Introductory course designed to explore various leisure education alternatives.

PE 1077. Swimming for Fitness.

Cat. I (1/12 unit)
For the intermediate to advanced swimmer. This class is geared toward swimming for fitness purposes. Workouts will be administered each class period with students developing the knowledge to create workouts for themselves.

PE 1100. Series.

Cat. I (1/12 unit)
Credit for activity in one of three categories: 1) WPI athletic team participation, 2) club sports, 3) approved courses not offered at WPI.

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