1 cr.

Lifetime activity courses are designed to provide a foundation for a healthy, physically active lifestyle. This course will teach and develop the basic fundamentals and movements of tai chi.

Prerequisites: none.

General Education Requirements: AP

Current Offerings: https://catalog.uwm.edu/course-search/

1 cr.

Lifetime activity courses are designed to provide a foundation for a healthy, physically active lifestyle. This course will teach basic concepts of weight training, focusing on muscular strength, endurance, or general fitness.

Prerequisites: none.

General Education Requirements: AP

Current Offerings: https://catalog.uwm.edu/course-search/

1 cr.

Lifetime activity courses are designed to provide a foundation for a healthy, physically active lifestyle. This course will teach and develop the basic movements and techniques involved in self-defense.

Prerequisites: none.

General Education Requirements: AP

Current Offerings: https://catalog.uwm.edu/course-search/

1 cr.

Prerequisites: Successful completion of CGS PED 015 Introduction to Tai Chi, or consent of instructor.

General Education Requirements: AP

Current Offerings: https://catalog.uwm.edu/course-search/

1 cr.

Content includes an overview of different classes and types of psychotropic drugs including alcohol, prescription drugs and illegal drugs and the risks associated with abuse of these substances. The impact of substance use/abuse on physical and emotional health, relationships, and productivity will also be discussed.

Prerequisites: none.

Current Offerings: https://catalog.uwm.edu/course-search/

3 cr.

A contemporary examination of the effects of lifestyle, wellness, and health promotion on the individual. Instruction in procedures for self-evaluation as well as individualization of exercise prescription for the development of fitness.

Prerequisites: none.

Course Rules: Participation in a planned program of aerobic activity and resistance training is required.

General Education Requirements: AP

Current Offerings: https://catalog.uwm.edu/course-search/

1 cr.

Designed for students who participate in intercollegiate athletics, to develop skills and behaviors related to game strategies, sportsmanship, leadership, and team-building. Active membership on the intercollegiate team through the end of the season/semester is required.

Prerequisites: none.

Course Rules: Note: A student may take only one intercollegiate activity course per semester. Repeatable to 2 credits max.

General Education Requirements: AP

Current Offerings: https://catalog.uwm.edu/course-search/

1 cr.

Designed for students who participate in intercollegiate athletics, to develop skills and behaviors related to game strategies, sportsmanship, leadership, and team-building. Active membership on the intercollegiate team through the end of the season/semester is required.

Prerequisites: none.

Course Rules: A student may take only one intercollegiate activity course per semester. Repeatable to 2 credits max.

General Education Requirements: AP

Current Offerings: https://catalog.uwm.edu/course-search/

1 cr.

Designed for students who participate in intercollegiate athletics, to develop skills and behaviors related to game strategies, sportsmanship, leadership, and team-building. Active membership on the intercollegiate team through the end of the season/semester is required.

Prerequisites: none.

Course Rules: A student may take only one intercollegiate activity course per semester. Repeatable to 2 credits max.

General Education Requirements: AP

Current Offerings: https://catalog.uwm.edu/course-search/

1 cr.

Designed for students who participate in intercollegiate athletics, to develop skills and behaviors related to game strategies, sportsmanship, leadership, and team-building. Active membership on the intercollegiate team through the end of the season/semester is required.

Prerequisites: none.

Course Rules: A student may take only one intercollegiate activity course per semester. Repeatable to 2 credits max.

General Education Requirements: AP

Current Offerings: https://catalog.uwm.edu/course-search/

3 cr.

An overview of physical education, exercise science and sport with a focus on the specialization areas and vocational opportunities offered in the various fields. Personal and professional qualifications in the fields of physical education and exercise science and sport will be examined, with an emphasis on establishing the role of physical education in society.

Prerequisites:

Current Offerings: https://catalog.uwm.edu/course-search/

2-3 cr.

This course will explore the assessment, treatment and prevention of common athletic injuries. The relationship of an athletic trainer to the field of sports medicine is explored. Practical taping techniques will be completed during class time. Course content includes anatomy/physiology and the principles of biomechanics. Students may enroll as either a 2-credit or 3-credit option.

Prerequisites: none.

Course Rules: Students enrolling in the 3-credit option are required to complete 15 hours field experience with a licensed athletic trainer.

General Education Requirements: AP

Current Offerings: https://catalog.uwm.edu/course-search/

3 cr.

This course will provide an in depth examination of the various aspects of health and wellness. Students will survey various aspects of health and wellness which affect both the individual and the community. Foundations of personal and community health and wellness and the dynamic interaction between psychological health, stress, nutrition, physical activity, weight management, drug use and abuse, healthy relationships, sexuality, infectious disease, and chronic disease throughout the lifespan will be integrated throughout the course.

Prerequisites: none.

Current Offerings: https://catalog.uwm.edu/course-search/

3 cr.

Through the lens of the natural sciences, this course will examine the basic principles of nutrition, digestion, and metabolism. Students will interpret and analyze the effects of these principles on one's diet, weight, fitness level, and overall health. Students will reflect upon the conclusions drawn from the data, with the goal of integrating healthy behaviors into their personal lifestyle.

Prerequisites: none.

General Education Requirements: NS

Current Offerings: https://catalog.uwm.edu/course-search/

3 cr.

A thorough examination of the Theory and methodology of coaching both team and individual sports. Coaching psychology, philosophy, administrative responsibilities, skill assessment, practice/game organization, rules, fundamentals, and play of various sports will be explored through lecture, lab, and field experience. Students will execute analytical, practical, or creative tasks in relationship to complete assignments/projects. Part of their process will allow them to synthesize existing ideas or expertise in original ways.

Prerequisites: none.

General Education Requirements: AP

Current Offerings: https://catalog.uwm.edu/course-search/

3 cr.

This course examines the causes, prevention and care of first aid emergencies. Procedures in CPR/AED and first aid will prepare the student for emergencies likely to be encountered in daily living. American Red Cross or American Heart Association in CPR/AED and First Aid certification can be earned.

Prerequisites: none.

General Education Requirements: AP

Current Offerings: https://catalog.uwm.edu/course-search/

3 cr.

A course focusing on sport institutions as social organizations and how they function within a culture. Emphasis is placed on group structure and membership, group pressure, socialization, stratification, and deviance as they apply to the sports' setting. Selected interdisciplinary topics demonstrating the connections between sport and: media, business/economy, gender, race/ethnicity, social class, politics, and religion.

Prerequisites: none.

General Education Requirements: CD, SS

Current Offerings: https://catalog.uwm.edu/course-search/

3 cr.

The course will explore alcohol and other drug use/abuse and its impact on human behavior and society. Information will be presented in a variety of contexts including pharmacological, behavioral historical, social, legal and clinical.

Prerequisites: none.

General Education Requirements: SS

Current Offerings: https://catalog.uwm.edu/course-search/

3 cr.

This course is designed to prepare and qualify students to work as personal trainers. The course bridges the gap between exercise science related course work and practical skills of personal training. This professional development course prepares students for the opportunity to pursue certification as a personal trainer. Course content includes anatomy/physiology, biomechanics, nutrition, components of fitness and fitness assessments, and functional training concepts.

Prerequisites: none.

General Education Requirements: NS

Current Offerings: https://catalog.uwm.edu/course-search/

1-3 cr.

Independent study in Physical Education.

Prerequisites: Program must be approved by the department chair.

Current Offerings: https://catalog.uwm.edu/course-search/

3 cr.

Basic principles of nutrition, digestion, and metabolism and the effects of these on one's diet, weight, fitness level, and overall health. The functions, requirements, and applications of nutrients and nutritional needs throughout the life cycle will be studied. Basic knowledge and application of nutrient recommendations, dietary guidelines, and interrelationships of foods; issues of alternative nutrition, food safety, and eating disorders. The course will include personal diet assessment, development of personal health goals and a research paper.

Prerequisites: junior standing or consent of instructor.

Current Offerings: https://catalog.uwm.edu/course-search/