PHED 1100 Beginning Lifetime Sports Activities (1)
This is a Texas Common Course Number. Beginning level skills in various lifetime sports are presented as well as rules, etiquette, safety, strategy, offensive and defensive elements, conditioning activities and physical assessments where appropriate. (3 Lab.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3601085128 |
PHED 1102 Beginning Soccer (1)
This is a Texas Common Course Number. Course content emphasizes the basic playing skills of both indoor and outdoor soccer at the beginner level, as well as rules, strategies, safety, offensive and defensive patterns of play, and competitive activities. (3 Lab.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3601085128 |
PHED 1104 Beginning Softball (1)
This is a Texas Common Course Number. Course content includes the basic playing skills of softball at the beginner level, as well as rules, strategies, safety, offensive and defensive elements, and competitive activities. These common elements will be applied to fast pitch, slow pitch, and coed softball. (3 Lab.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3601085128 |
PHED 1108 Beginning Archery (1)
This is a Texas Common Course Number. The beginning level skills of target and field shooting and bow hunting are emphasized. History, rules of competition, preparation and care of equipment and safety are included. Equipment is furnished. (3 Lab.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3601085128 |
PHED 1109 Beginning Golf (1)
This is a Texas Common Course Number. Course content emphasizes the basic skills involved in club selection, golf course analysis, shot selection and execution of the golf swing. Rules, scoring, handicapping, and etiquette are included. (3 Lab.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3601085128 |
PHED 1110 Beginning Tennis (1)
This is a Texas Common Course Number. This course emphasizes the acquisition of beginning level skills in the execution of forehand strokes, backhand strokes, the serve, and the volley. Rules, strategies of the singles and doubles games, etiquette, safety, and competitive activities are included. Equipment is furnished. (3 Lab.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3601085128 |
PHED 1111 Beginning Bowling (1)
This is a Texas Common Course Number. Basic bowling skills at the beginner level as well as rules, strategies, safety, scoring and competitive activities are emphasized. All classes are conducted at an off-campus bowling lane. (3 Lab.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3601085128 |
PHED 1115 Social Dance (1)
This is a Texas Common Course Number. This course is for students who have limited experience in dance. Ballroom and social dancing are offered. Included are fundamental steps and rhythms of the fox-trot, waltz, tango, and recent dances. "Country" dancing includes the two-step, cotton-eyed Joe, square dance, and other dances. (3 Lab.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3601085128 |
PHED 1116 Conditioning Exercise (1)
This is a Texas Common Course Number. This course focuses on understanding exercise and its effect on the body. Cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength, endurance and flexibility are improved through a variety of conditioning activities. (3 Lab.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3601085128 |
PHED 1119 Beginning Weight Training (1)
This is a Texas Common Course Number. Instruction in weight training and conditioning techniques are stressed. Emphasis is placed on muscular strength and endurance. (3 Lab.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3601085128 |
PHED 1120 Beginning Self-Defense (1)
This is a Texas Common Course Number. Various forms of self-defense are introduced. The history and philosophy of the martial arts are explored. The student should progress from no previous experience in self-defense to an adequate skill level covering basic self-defense situations. Both mental and physical aspects of the arts are stressed. Uniform required. (3 Lab.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3601085128 |
PHED 1121 Beginning Jogging (1)
This is a Texas Common Course Number. Development and improvement of physical fitness through jogging is emphasized. Fitness concepts and jogging skills will be introduced. (3 Lab.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3601085128 |
PHED 1123 Beginning Walking for Fitness (1)
This is a Texas Common Course Number. This course is designed for the student who desires cardiovascular fitness by means of a low impact method. Maximum physical fitness is achieved by vigorous walking. The heart rate is elevated to the appropriate target zone for peak conditioning. An extensive warm-up and cool down increases joint and muscle flexibility. (3 Lab.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3601085128 |
PHED 1124 Beginning Aerobics (1)
This is a Texas Common Course Number. This course emphasizes the development of cardiovascular endurance by utilizing choreographed routines which may combine basic dance patterns with walking, jogging, jumping, etc. Individual fitness levels are accommodated by the intensity of the workout. (3 Lab.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3601085128 |
PHED 1126 Beginning Cycling (1)
This is a Texas Common Course Number. Development of cycling skills and improvement of physical fitness through cycling are emphasized. Fitness concepts, riding technique, safety, routine maintenance and repair of the cycle are fundamental topics of this course. (3 Lab.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3601085128 |
PHED 1130 Intermediate Lifetime Sports Activities (1)
This is a Texas Common Course Number. Intermediate and intermediate/advanced skills in a variety of lifetime sports are presented. Students participate in a selected sport. (3 Lab.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3601085128 |
PHED 1131 Intermediate Soccer (1)
This is a Texas Common Course Number. Basic skills and techniques are refined beyond the beginner level. Analysis and practice of strategies, safety, offensive and defensive patterns of play and competitive activities are covered. Course emphasis is placed on the development and preparation for participation on an intercollegiate team. (3 Lab.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3601085128 |
PHED 1132 Intermediate Softball (1)
This is a Texas Common Course Number. Emphasis is placed on game strategy, base coaching, preparing a lineup, conducting drills, and performance on hitting, catching, and throwing. (3 Lab.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3601085128 |
PHED 1134 Lifetime Fitness and Wellness II (1)
This is a Texas Common Course Number. Basic skills and techniques of fitness-related activities are developed beyond the beginner level. (3 Lab.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3601085123 |
PHED 1135 Intermediate Archery (1)
This is a Texas Common Course Number. Course content includes refinement for basic archery skills and competitive target shooting and field archery. Equipment is furnished. (3 Lab.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3601085128 |
PHED 1136 Intermediate Golf (1)
This is a Texas Common Course Number. Basic skills and techniques are refined beyond the beginner level. Analysis and practice of the golf swing, swing theory and methods, strategy, and actual golf course playing are emphasized. Equipment is furnished. (3 Lab.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3601085128 |
PHED 1137 Intermediate Tennis (1)
This is a Texas Common Course Number. Emphasis is placed on refinement of basic skills and specialty shots. Competitive activities in singles, doubles and mixed doubles will be included. Equipment is furnished. (3 Lab.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3601085128 |
PHED 1141 Intermediate Weight Training (1)
This is a Texas Common Course Number. Skills and instruction in weight training techniques are developed beyond the beginner level. (3 Lab.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3601085128 |
PHED 1142 Intermediate Self-Defense (1)
This is a Texas Common Course Number. Students will be introduced to intermediate forms of defense and combinations of self defense methods. Emphasis is on practical application of self defense movements. Uniform required. (3 Lab.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3601085128 |
PHED 1143 Intermediate Jogging (1)
This is a Texas Common Course Number. Improvement of physical fitness through jogging is developed beyond the beginner stage. A higher level of fitness is expected. (3 Lab.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3601085128 |
PHED 1144 Intermediate Walking for Fitness (1)
This is a Texas Common Course Number. Students participate in a low impact exercise walking program beyond the beginning level. (3 Lab.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3601085128 |
PHED 1145 Intermediate Aerobics (1)
This is a Texas Common Course Number. This course emphasizes the development of cardiovascular endurance through a combination of walking, jogging, jumping, etc. Individual fitness levels are developed beyond the beginner level. (3 Lab.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3601085128 |
PHED 1146 Intermediate Basketball (1)
This is a Texas Common Course Number. Basic skills and techniques are refined beyond the beginner level. Analysis and practice of shooting, passing, dribbling, team play, strategies, and competitive play covered. Course emphasis is placed on the development and preparation for participation on an intercollegiate team. Equipment is furnished. (3 Lab.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3601085128 |
PHED 1147 Intermediate Volleyball (1)
This is a Texas Common Course Number. Basic skills and techniques are refined beyond the beginner level. Analysis and practice of the forearm pass, setting, spiking, serving, team play, strategies, and competitive play are covered. Course emphasis is placed on the development and preparation for participation on an intercollegiate team. Equipment is furnished. (3 Lab.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3601085128 |
PHED 1148 Intermediate Baseball (1)
This is a Texas Common Course Number. Basic skills and techniques are refined beyond the beginner level. Analysis and practice of hitting, fielding, pitching, team play, and competitive play are emphasized. Baseball history and interpretation of the rules are also covered. Course emphasis is placed on the development and preparation for participation on an intercollegiate team. Equipment is furnished. (3 Lab.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3601085128 |
PHED 1149 Intermediate Cycling (1)
This is a Texas Common Course Number. Improvement of physical fitness through cycling is developed beyond the beginner stage. A higher level of fitness is expected. (3 Lab.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3601085128 |
PHED 1150 Intermediate Bowling (1)
This is a Texas Common Course Number. This course is designed for students seeking improvement in the lifetime sport of bowling. The course covers a review of history, etiquette, care and selection of equipment, rules and scoring. Additional information will be provided on handicapping, league play, variation of grips, spot bowling and alley textures. (3 Lab.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3601085128 |
PHED 1164 Lifetime Fitness and Wellness I (1)
This is a Texas Common Course Number. Prerequisite: Developmental Reading 0093 or English as a Second Language (ESOL) 0044 or have met the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standard in Reading. Students are introduced to wellness related concepts and activities for the purpose of gaining knowledge and skills necessary to evaluate personal fitness level and to develop a personal lifelong fitness program. Activities include, but are not limited to: aerobics, circuit training, muscular development, flexibility, agility exercises, weight training and body composition. (3 Lab.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3105015223 |
PHED 1304 Health for Today (3)
This is a Texas Common Course Number. Emphasis is placed on relating course content to lifestyle to foster a better understanding of the major health issues of today. Current issues include, but are not limited to: emotional health, chemical use and abuse, human sexuality, major diseases, physical fitness, nutrition, aging, death and dying. This course does not satisfy the physical education activity course requirement. (3 Lec.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5115045116 |
PHED 1306 Advanced First Aid and Emergency Care (3)
This is a Texas Common Course Number. This course covers the theory and practice in advanced first aid and emergency care. Various aspects of safety education also are included. The course content has been selected from nationally recognized organizations in safety education and first aid. This course does not satisfy the physical education activity course requirement. (3 Lec.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5115045316 |
PHED 1331 Physical Education for Elementary Education Majors (3) New course added June 2, 2009
This is a Texas Common Course Number. An overview of the program of activities in elementary school physical education. Includes the study and practice of activities and principles that promote physical fitness with an emphasis on historical development, philosophical implications, physical fitness, and kinesiology. (3 Lec.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3105015223 |
PHED 1332 Game Skills (3) New course added June 2, 2009
This is a Texas Common Course Number. Fundamental theory concepts of foundational physical and mental skills necessary to achieve success in a vast array of sports and recreational activities. Will include but not limited to teaching game tactics, skills and off-the-ball movements using modified or conditional games in order to increase the transfer of skills across a broad spectrum of games. (3 Lec.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3101015123 |
PHED 1333 Rhythm Skills (3) New course added June 2, 2009
This is a Texas Common Course Number. Fundamental theory and concepts of the importance of rhythm and balance practice in developing motor skills transfer to sports and recreational activities. To include but no limited to rhythm and movement skills involving apparatus assisted rhythm and balance, partner assisted rhythm and balance, and tactical rhythm and balance. (3 Lec.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3101015123 |
PHED 1338 Concepts of Physical Fitness (3) New course added June 2, 2009
This is a Texas Common Course Number. Concepts and use of selected physiological variables of fitness, individual testing and consultation, and the organization of sports and fitness programs. (3 Lec.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3105015123 |
PHED 1346 Drug Use & Abuse (3) New course added June 2, 2009
This is a Texas Common Course Number. Study of the use and abuse of drugs in today's society. Emphasizes the physiological, sociological, and psychological factors. (3 Lec.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5115045216 |
PHED 2101 Beginning Yoga (1) New course added June 2, 2009
This is a Texas Common Course Number. The yoga course offers beginning yoga postures, exercises and positions. (3 Lab.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3601085123 |
PHED 2102 Beginning Indoor Soccer (1) New course added June 2, 2009
This is a Texas Common Course Number. Course content emphasizes the basic skills of indoor soccer at the beginner level, as well as rules, strategies, safety, offensive and defensive patterns of play, and competitive activities. (3 Lab.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3601085123 |
PHED 2103 Beginning Pilates (1) New course added June 2, 2009
This is a Texas Common Course Number. Course focuses on the core postural muscles which help keep the body balanced and which are essential to providing support for the spine. In particular, pilates course exercises will teach awareness of breath and alignment of the spine, and aim to strengthen the deep torso muscles. (3 Lab.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3601085123 |
PHED 2104 Beginning Tai Chi (1) New course added June 2, 2009
This is a Texas Common Course Number. Beginning course focusing the mind solely on the movements of the form helping to bring about a state of mental calm and clarity. (3 Lab.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3601085123 |
PHED 2105 Beginning Sr. Fitness Mat (1) New course added June 2, 2009
This is a Texas Common Course Number. This class utilizes mat exercises for the improvement of core strength, flexibility, and muscle tone. (3 Lab.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3601085123 |
PHED 2108 Beginning Sr. Balance and Coordination (1) New course added June 2, 2009
This is a Texas Common Course Number. Focus on elementary balance and coordination for the improvement of daily ambulatory movements (3 Lab.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3601085123 |
PHED 2109 Beginning Sr. Rehabilitation of Injury (1) New course added June 2, 2009
This is a Texas Common Course Number. This class addresses basic rehabilitation and correction of injury problems. Strength and flexibility exercises designed for specific return to activity are utilized. (3 Lab.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3601085123 |
PHED 2110 Beginning Sr. Cross Training Concepts (1) New course added June 2, 2009
This is a Texas Common Course Number. Beginning cross-training ideas, techniques, and application to a total exercise program are discovered. Application of varied activities included. (3 Lab.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3601085123 |
PHED 2111 Beginning Sr. Coordination Skills and Recognition (1) New course added June 2, 2009
This is a Texas Common Course Number. Introductory activities involving hand-eye coordination are utilized to develop and improve skills for driving, peripheral recognition, and play. (3 Lab.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3601085123 |
PHED 2112 Beginning Sr. Movement Activities and Skills (1) New course added June 2, 2009
This is a Texas Common Course Number. A variety of activities, skills for physical movement and application to daily activities are taught. (3 Lab.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3601085123 |
PHED 2113 Beginning Sr. Cardiovascular Fitness (1) New course added June 2, 2009
This is a Texas Common Course Number. The class focuses on beginning cardiovascular exercises, its varied activities, and applications to improving cardiovascular health. (3 Lab.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3601085123 |
PHED 2114 Beginning Sr. Flexibility Assessment (1) New course added June 2, 2009
This is a Texas Common Course Number. This class emphasizes increased personal flexibility for the improvement of daily life. (3 Lab.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3601085123 |
PHED 2125 Intermediate Aqua Fitness (1) New course added June 2, 2009
This is a Texas Common Course Number. Fitness level is improved through intermediate water exercises. A non-impact style of exercises that utilizes water resistance for increasing muscular strength, endurance, and cardiovascular fitness. Swimming skills are not required. (3 Lab.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3601085123 |
PHED 2126 Intermediate Yoga (1) New course added June 2, 2009
This is a Texas Common Course Number. The yoga course offers intermediate yoga postures, exercises and positions, also covering essential facts and information about yoga. (3 Lab.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3601085123 |
PHED 2128 Intermediate Pilates (1) New course added June 2, 2009
This is a Texas Common Course Number. This class emphasizes the intermediate topic of Pilates focusing on the core postural muscles which help keep the body balanced and which are essential to providing support for the spine. Pilates course exercises will teach awareness of breath and alignment of the spine, and aim to strengthen the deep torso muscles. (3 Lab.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3601085123 |
PHED 2129 Intermediate Tai Chi (1) New course added June 3, 2009
This is a Texas Common Course Number. Intermediate course focusing the mind solely on the movements of the form helping to bring about a state of mental calm and clarity beyond the beginner level. (3 Lab.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3601085123 |
PHED 2130 Intermediate Sr. Fitness Mat (1) New course added June 3, 2009
This is a Texas Common Course Number. This class utilizes intermediate mat exercises for the improvement of core strength, flexibility, and muscle tone. (3 Lab.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3601085123 |
PHED 2131 Intermediate Indoor Soccer (1) New course added June 3, 2009
This is a Texas Common Course Number. Course content emphasizes intermediate playing skills of indoor soccer, as well as rules, strategies, safety, offensive and defensive patterns of play, and competitive activities. (3 Lab.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3601085123 |
PHED 2133 Intermediate Sr. Balance and Coordination (1) New course added June 3, 2009
This is a Texas Common Course Number. Intermediate course designed to improve balance and coordination in the improvement of daily ambulatory movements. (3 Lab.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3601085123 |
PHED 2134 Intermediate Sr. Rehabilitation of Injury (1) New course added June 3, 2009
This is a Texas Common Course Number. This class involves intermediate rehabilitation and correctional procedures for injury problems including strength, flexibility, and exercises designed for the specific return to activity. (3 Lab.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3601085123 |
PHED 2135 Intermediate Sr. Cross Training Concepts (1) New course added June 3, 2009
This is a Texas Common Course Number. Intermediate cross-training ideas, techniques, and applications to a total exercise program are discovered. (3 Lab.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3601085123 |
PHED 2136 Intermediate Sr. Coordination Skills and Recognition (1) New course added June 3, 2009
This is a Texas Common Course Number. Intermediate activities which involve hand-eye coordination are utilized to develop improve skills for driving, peripheral recognition, and play. (3 Lab.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3601085123 |
PHED 2137 Intermediate Sr. Movement Activities and Skills (1) New course added June 3, 2009
This is a Texas Common Course Number. Intermediate activities which involve hand-eye coordination are utilized to develop improve skills for driving, peripheral recognition, and play. (3 Lab.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3601085123 |
PHED 2138 Intermediate Sr. Cardiovascular Fitness (1) New course added June 3, 2009
This is a Texas Common Course Number. This class addresses intermediate cardiovascular exercise, its varied activities, and applications to improving cardiovascular health. (3 Lab.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3601085123 |
PHED 2139 Sr. Flexibility Assessment Inter (1) New course added June 3, 2009
This is a Texas Common Course Number. This class emphasizes the intermediate topic of personal flexibility and addresses the improvement of daily life. (3 Lab.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3601085123 |
PHED 2140 Racquet Sports (1) New course added June 3, 2009
This is a Texas Common Course Number. Introduction to the rules, scoring and fundamental techniques in the following sports: tennis, badminton and racquetball. Participation will help develop muscular and cardiovascular fitness and hand-eye coordination. (3 Lab.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3601085123 |
PHED 2141 Water Sports (1) New course added June 3, 2009
This is a Texas Common Course Number. Course offers opportunity to engage in multiple water sports and activities. Sports may include water volleyball, basketball, frisbee, polo and others. (3 Lab.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3601085123 |
PHED 2142 Disc Sports (1) New course added June 3, 2009
This is a Texas Common Course Number. Course content emphasizes the skills of disc sports at the beginner level, as well as rules, strategies, safety, patterns of play and competition activities. (3 Lab.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3601085123 |
PHED 2144 Beach Volleyball (1) New course added June 3, 2009
This is a Texas Common Course Number. Course content emphasizes the basic playing skills of beach volleyball at the beginner level, as well as rules, strategies, safety, offensive and defensive patterns of play, and competitive activities. (3 Lab.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3601085123 |
PHED 2145 Beach Soccer (1) New course added June 3, 2009
This is a Texas Common Course Number. Course content emphasizes the basic playing skills of beach soccer at the beginner level, as well as rules, strategies, safety, offensive and defensive patterns of play, and competitive activities. (3 Lab.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3601085123 |
PHED 2146 Beg Basketball (1) New course added June 3, 2009
This is a Texas Common Course Number. Course content emphasizes the basic playing skills of basketball at the beginner level, as well as rules, strategies, safety, offensive and defensive patterns of play, and competitive activities. (3 Lab.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3601085123 |
PHED 2147 Beginning Volleyball (1) New course added June 3, 2009
This is a Texas Common Course Number. Course content emphasizes the basic skills of volleyball at the beginner level, as well as rules, strategies, safety, offensive and defensive patterns of play, and competitive activities. (3 Lab.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3601085123 |
PHED 2148 Aerobic Power Bar (1) New course added June 3, 2009
This is a Texas Common Course Number. Course emphasizes achieving cardiovascular fitness using bar bell to achieve optimal aerobic training and muscular endurance. (3 Lab.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3601085123 |
PHED 2156 Taping and Bandaging (1) New course added June 3, 2009
This is a Texas Common Course Number. This course provides the fundamental taping and bandaging techniques used in the prevention and care of athletic related injuries. (3 Lab.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5109135116 |
PHED 2356 Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries (3) New course added June 3, 2009
This is a Texas Common Course Number. Prevention and care of athletic injuries with emphasis on qualities of a good athletic trainer, avoiding accidents and injuries, recognizing signs and symptoms of specific sports injuries and conditions, immediate and long-term care of injuries, and administration procedures in athletic training. (3 Lec.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5109135216 |
Academic Courses
Designated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for transfer among community colleges and state public four year colleges and universities as freshman and sophomore general education courses.
WECM Courses
Designated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board as workforce education (technical) courses offered for credit and CEUs (Continuing Education Units). While these courses are designed to transfer among state community colleges, they are not designed to automatically transfer to public four year colleges and universities.
Designated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for transfer among community colleges and state public four year colleges and universities as freshman and sophomore general education courses.
WECM Courses
Designated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board as workforce education (technical) courses offered for credit and CEUs (Continuing Education Units). While these courses are designed to transfer among state community colleges, they are not designed to automatically transfer to public four year colleges and universities.