Admission into the Education Department and additional education departmental coursework is required. This major is designed to prepare students for the teaching profession in Health and Physical Education. With the addition of approximately 37 hours of education requirements, the student will be eligible for a Nebraska Teaching Certificate.
BIO 009 Human Anatomy and Physiology (4 hours)
An introductory study of cellular physiology and tissues along with a comprehensive study of the integumentary skeletal, muscular, nervous systems, and special senses. Does not count toward a biology major.
Three lectures per week.
One 3-hour lab per week.
Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing or permission of the instructor.
(Normally offered each fall semester.)
BIO 010 Human Anatomy and Physiology (4 hours)
An introductory study of the blood, cardiovascular lymphatic, respiratory, endocrine, digestive, urinary and reproductive systems in addition to metabolism, fluid and electrolyte balance and acid-base balance of the body. Does not count toward a biology major.
Three lectures per week.
One 3-hour lab per week.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 009 Human Anatomy and Physiology or permission of the instructor.
(Normally offered each spring semester.)
HHP 033 Fitness Swimming (1 hours)
A course designed to improve cardiovascular endurance through individual workouts and to introduce students to fitness-related principles. The student must have swimming competency. May be repeated for a maximum of 2 credit hours.
Pass/Fail only.
HHP 042 Swimming (1 hours)
A course designed to teach the fundamental skills of water exploration, primary swimming skills, stroke readiness, and stroke development.
Pass/Fail only.
HHP 133 Lifeguard Training/Head Lifeguard (2 hours)
A course designed for prospective lifeguards and students interested in becoming head lifeguards. Students will be certified by the American Red Cross.
(Normally offered each summer.)
HHP 034 Weight Training (1 hour)
A course designed to help students develop a healthier lifestyle through weight training. The course includes information on proper technique and training program organization. Safety is emphasized and there are no strength standards. May be repeated for a maximum of 2 credit hours.
Pass/Fail only.
HHP 100 Drugs (3 hours)
A course designed to develop and expand information about the use and abuse of drugs including: alcohol, tobacco, depressants, stimulants, narcotics, inhalants, club drugs, date rape drugs, hallucinogens, marijuana, sport enhancement drugs, prescription and OTC drugs. The course will include history of and facts about the substances, the pharmacokinetic properties, the formation of laws, the victims, prevention and approaches to treating the problem.
Prerequisite(s): HHP 015 Health and Wellness.
(Normally offered each fall semester.)
HHP 101 Nutrition for Health, Fitness, and Sport (3 hours)
A course designed to study foods and their effects upon health, development, and performance of the individual. The student will be introduced to concepts of healthful nutrition, sports nutrition, basic essential nutrients, digestion and absorption, and body composition relative to both exercise and nutrition of optimal health and physical performance. Healthy eating plans will focus on the Recommended Dietary Allowances and the USDA MyPyramid.
Prerequisite(s): HHP 015 Health and Wellness.
(Normally offered each semester.)
HHP 102 Consumer, Community, and Environmental Health Issues (3 hours)
A course designed to develop and expand information about the environment, the informed health consumer, healthful aging and community health. The course will acquaint students with the process of aging, consumer protection, the environment, and community from a health perspective.
Prerequisite(s): HHP 015 Health and Wellness.
(Normally offered each even fall semester.)
HHP 103 Human Sexuality (3 hours)
A course designed to develop and expand current information about human sexuality in a practical manner. The course will present facts and statistics about anatomy and physiology, gender, sexual orientation, reproduction, sexually transmitted infections, contraception, sexual growth and development, relationships and sexual communication, sexual health, commercialization of sex and sexual coercion.
Prerequisite(s): HHP 015 Health and Wellness.
(Normally offered each spring semester.)
HHP 104 Stress and Disease Management (2 hours)
A course designed to develop and expand information about stress, mental health, and major chronic diseases. The course will present causes and warning signs of major chronic diseases and coping strategies for emotional stress.
Prerequisite(s): HHP 015 Health and Wellness.
(Normally offered each fall semester.)
HHP 106 Advanced Emergency Care (1 hour)
A study and application of the principles and techniques involved in the advanced administration of first aid, cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and automated electronic defibrillators (AEDs). Students will earn American Red Cross certifications. In addition, students will be introduced to Sport Safety Training.
(Normally offered each semester.)
HHP 131 Introduction to the Health and Physical Education Profession (1 hour)
An overview of the fields of Physical Education, Human Performance, and Sports Studies will be studied, which include teaching, exercise science, health and fitness studies, and related fields. Topics addressed will include history; careers; current issues; girls and women in sport; minorities in physical education and sport; teacher, coach, athletic trainer, and exercise specialist certifications; educational values of sports; and the importance of physical activity for all.
(Normally offered each semester.)
HHP 135 Basic Instruction Block (3 hours)
A course designed to enhance students in skills and teaching techniques used in team, dual, and individual activities. The students will have opportunity for participation and teaching of skills involved in selected activities. This class is designed for students interested in learning a variety of activities.
Prerequisite(s): HHP major or minor or permission of instructor.
(Normally offered each spring semester.)
HHP 185 Motor Learning and Control (3 hours)
A course that will introduce students to current understandings of how complex motor skills are initially learned, and how they are controlled and refined with practice, from a behavioral point of view. A variety of activities will provide students with practical examples to deepen understanding. This course has applications to general exercise science, physical therapy, and coaching.
Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing.
(Normally offered each fall semester.)
HHP 211 Biomechanics and Kinesiology (4 hours)
A course that integrates the fields of Kinesiology and Biomechanics to improve students' understanding of human movement from a qualitative perspective. Detailed analysis of human movement will be made.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 009 Human Anatomy and Physiology and junior standing.
(Normally offered each spring semester.)
HHP 215 Physiology of Exercise (4 hours)
A course dealing primarily with classification and analysis of exercise and with the physiological effects of exercise on the human organism. Practical application of these principles will be explored in the laboratory experience.
One 3-hour lab per week.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 010 Human Anatomy and Physiology and junior standing.
(Normally offered each fall semester.)
HHP 250 Planning and Implementing Elementary Physical Education Programs (K-6) (3 hours)
A course designed for students interested in teaching elementary physical education and health. Topics include curriculum development, teaching goals and objectives, curriculum guide and lesson plans, constructing and using evaluation tools and measures, and methods and material (including technology) used in teaching elementary physical education. A 10-hour practicum experience in the elementary physical education class setting is required.
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Teacher Education Program or permission of the department chair, and junior standing.
(Normally offered every odd fall semester.)
HHP 255 Planning and Implementing Health Education Programs (3 hours)
A course designed for students interested in teaching elementary, middle school and secondary health education. Topics include curriculum development, teaching goals and objectives, the study of health content, a framework for comprehensive school health education program, teaching strategies, curriculum guide development and lesson planning, constructing and using evaluation tools and measurements, methods and material (including technology) used in teaching health education. A 10-hour practicum experience in health education will be required.
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Teacher Education Program or permission of the department chair, and junior standing.
(Normally offered every even spring semester.)
HHP 260 Planning and Implementing Middle and Secondary Physical Education Programs (7-12) (3 hours)
A course designed for students interested in teaching middle and/or secondary physical education. Topics include curriculum development, teaching goals and objectives, curriculum guide and lesson plans, constructing and using evaluation tools and measures, and methods and materials (including technology) used in teaching middle and/or secondary physical education. A 10-hour practicum experience in the middle and/or secondary physical education class setting is required.
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Teacher Education Program or permission of the department chair, and junior standing.
(Normally offered every odd spring semester.)
HHP 265 Planning and Implementing Adapted Physical Education Programs (3 hours)
A course designed to include current research findings and the best practices to assist professionals in designing and implementing appropriate physical education programs for individuals with disabilities.
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Teacher Education Program or permission of the department chair, and junior standing.
(Normally offered summers and each spring semester.)
EDUC 299 Student Teaching Seminar (1 hours)
A capstone course that meets biweekly for two hours to focus on two areas: first, to provide a structured and safe environment to dialogue about student teaching successes and concerns; and second, invited speakers, students and the instructor will discuss topics most pertinent to student teaching, how to obtain a teaching position, and critical issues for the beginning teacher. Topics include educational law, morals and ethics, student/teacher/parent rights and responsibilities, establishing and maintaining positive communication with the staff and community, as well as interviewing and job search skills.
Corequisite(s): Student teaching or permission of the department chair.
(Normally offered each semester.)
HHP 299 Senior Comprehensive Examination (0 hours)
As partial fulfillment of a major in the Health and Human Performance Department, a student must take and pass, with a B or better, a comprehensive examination during his or her senior year. The comprehensive examination is designed to assess critical thinking, knowledge, and application of skills learned.
Prerequisite(s): Senior standing and a departmental major, or permission of the instructor.
(Normally offered each semester.)
