PHYSICAL EDUCATION-HEALTH STUDIES - PEH

PEH 212Alcohol, Drugs and Tobacco2(2-0-0) F,S
Theories of drug use, pharmacology, tolerance, dependence, nicotine, alcohol usage, alcoholism, sedative-hypnotics, narcotics, amphetamines, cocaine, marijuana, hallucinogens, steroids and treatment. This course does not constitute credit toward meeting the Physical Education GER requirement
Course Offerings: fall sprg WolfWare Info


PEH 213Human Sexuality2(2-0-0) F,S,Sum
Physiological and psychosocial aspects of human sexuality. Emphasis placed on health-related topics of birth control, pregnancy, childbirth, abortion and sexually-transmitted diseases. Concepts of gender acquisition, sexual values, and sexual morality discussed as related to the promotion of healthy lifestyles within contemporary American culture.
Course Offerings: fall sprg WolfWare Info


PEH 280Responding to Emergencies2(2-0-0) F,S,Sum
Information necessary to evaluate vital signs and bodily functions as related to emergency response; training to evaluate and react correctly to most emergency situations which might arise, and to perform temporary medical care and the follow-up action as indicated. Optional fee assessed for certification. Does not satisfy the physical education requirement
Course Offerings: fall sum1 sprg WolfWare Info


PEH 281First Responder3(2-1-0) F,S,Sum
Knowledge and skills necessary to respond appropriately in an emergency. Advanced skills in first aid and CPR (adult, child, and infant, pocket masks and oxygen use) fulfills requirements for First Responder (depending on local protocol).
Course Offerings: fall sprg WolfWare Info


PEH 284Women's Health Issues2(2-0-0) F,S
This course will review health and wellness issues affecting women through their life span. It will explore medical concerns and prevention as well as social health issues that disproportionately affect women in contemporary society. Discussions of current critical topics in women's health will also take place. Minor courses.


PEH 285Personal Health2(2-0-0) F,S
Behavior change, wellness, stress management, cardiovascular diseases, alcohol and tobacco use, cancer, infectious diseases, arthritis, human sexual response, sexual assault, contraception, and sexually transmitted diseases. This course does not constitute credit toward meeting the Physical Education GER requirement
Course Offerings: fall sprg WolfWare Info


PEH 286Nutrition, Exercise and Weight Control2(1-2-0) F,S
A nutrition, exercise and weight management program emphasizing the basics of proper nutrition and exercise. Emphasis on lifestyle changes and their relationship to appropriate weight management. Medical request
Course Offerings: fall sprg WolfWare Info


PEH 287Stress Management2(2-0-0) F,S
Impact of stress upon the psychological and physiological function of the body. Exploration and interaction with stress management techniques. This course does not constitute credit toward meeting the Physical Education GER requirement
Course Offerings: fall WolfWare Info


PEH 335Prevention of Sexual Assault and Violence3(3-0-0) F,S
Historical and cultural perspective on rape, sexual assault, and relationship violence will be presented. The course prepares students to deliver a standard outreach program that includes statistics, definitions, risk reduction techniques, medical, legal, psychological, community and campus resources.
Course Offerings: fall sprg WolfWare Info


PEH 375Health Planning and Programming2(2-0-0) F,S
Preq: PEH 285 Personal Health
This course is designed to assist students in developing a foundation in health programming. Students will learn the necessary skills to develop, implement, and evaluate health education programs.
Course Offerings: fall WolfWare Info


PEH 377Methods of Health Promotion2(2-0-0) F, S
This course focuses on methods and techniques for delivering health-related content to diverse populations. Cooperative learning, critical thinking, peer educator training, and decision-making will be applied to various health dimensions.
Course Offerings: sprg WolfWare Info


PEH 493Practicum in Health
F,S
Preq: PEH 377 and 6 hours of electives from the Health Minor
This course focuses on applying program development, management, evaluation, and educational strategies and techniques within a health-related setting.
Course Offerings: fall sprg WolfWare Info