PHYSICAL EDUCATION, RECREATION, and DANCE

Professor Peter J. Maud, department head

Associate Professor Coker,; Assistant Professor Knapp, Berning, Oliver, Pedersen; Instructors Benzoni, Brock, Fedak, Green, LaPorte, Montoya, Putman

(505) 646-2215

DEGREE: Bachelor of Science in Education–Teaching Physical Education
DEGREE: Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology
DEGREE: Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training Education
DEGREE: Bachelor of Arts in Dance

Physical education, recreation, and dance prepares students for teaching, coaching and athletic training careersin private and public organizations relating to sports, physicalfitness, dance, and exercise. Teaching and nonteaching programs of study are offered. The K–12 teaching degree program prepares students for public school employment.

Nonteaching degree programs lead to a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and Athletic Training Education, or a Bachelor of Arts in Dance. In addition, minors are offered in physical education, dance and coaching.

Teaching Program Requirements
Teaching program requirements are available in the departmental office and in the College of Education Advisement Center.

DEGREE: Bachelor of Science in Education–Teaching Physical Education

K-12 Teaching Preparation (36 credits)
PE P 185, Introduction and Foundations..................................................................... 3
PE P 195, Theory and Technique of Athletics............................................................. 1
PE P 210, Theory and Technique of Aquatics............................................................. 1
PE P 308, Theory and Technique of Fitness Programs........................................... 1
PE P 311, Organization and Administration............................................................... 3
PE P 341, Motor Development ........................................................................................ 3
PE P 342, Motor Learning ................................................................................................... 3
PE P 363, Theory and Technique of Lifelong Outdoor Leisure Activities ..... 1
PE P 392, Theory and Technique of Sports and Games I ..................................... 1
PE P 393, Theory and Technique of Dance and Rhythms ................................... 1
PE P 394, Theory and Technique of Sports and Games II .................................... 1
PE P 411, Tests and Measurements................................................................................. 3
PE P 455, Adapted Physical Education.......................................................................... 3
PE P 465, Senior Seminar ..................................................................................................... 1
SP M 271, Anatomy I.............................................................................................................. 3
SP M 305, Biomechanics ...................................................................................................... 3
SP M 308, Exercise Physiology .......................................................................................... 3
SP M 308L, Exercise Physiology Lab ............................................................................... 1

DEGREE: Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology

The Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology degree program comprises a core of course work plus additional course work in one of the following emphasis areas: exercise science; business minor with MBA entry course completion; business minor, non-MBA entry course completion; or active lifestyles.
(For specific general education course requirements please consult with the department or advisement center.)

Kinesiology Core (43 credits)
PEP 185, Introductions and Foundations .................................................................... 3
SPM 250, Sport Safety ........................................................................................................... 2
PEP 304, Psychology of Sport............................................................................................ 3
PEP 208, Fitness for Health and Sport ........................................................................... 3
PEP 342, Motor Learning ..................................................................................................... 3
PEP 411, Test and Measurements.................................................................................... 3
PEP 455, Adapted Physical Education........................................................................... 3
SPM 310, Anatomical Kinesiology................................................................................... 3
SPM 305, Biomechanics ....................................................................................................... 3
SPM 308, Exercise Physiology............................................................................................ 3
MGT 315G, Human Relations in Organizations........................................................ 3
SPM 445, Internship............................................................................................................. 12
Emphasis areas (40 credits including electives in the specific emphasis areas)

For additional course work required to complete the Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology consult with the academic head of the department or his/her representative. Consultation with the departmentis also essential prior to choosing electives within the degree program.

DEGREE: Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training Education

Athletic Training Education Program (77 credits)

Note: This is a CAAHEP/JRC-AT-accredited, undergraduate athletic training education program (ATEP). Upon successful completion of the course of study, the student willbe eligible to take the NATABOC examination. See program director regarding admittance requirements, core courses, and individual time commitment. Selection for admission into the program is competitively based on the number of openings available.

Requirements and procedures for admission to the ATEP are as follows. Students must:

1. Be regular status, full-time.
2. Complete file requirements(letter of application, statement of professional plans, resume, three letters of reference, etc.)
3. Complete the following courses with a C or better: SPM 272, Clinical Practicum I; SPM 271 and SPM 271L, Anatomy I and Lab; SPM 190,
   Introduction to Athletic Training.
4. Satisfy NMSU basic academic competency requirements in English and math.
5. Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5.
6. Have documentation of blood-borne-pathogen, CPR-PR, first-aid, and AED training.
7. Complete a TB test and at least two of the three H1B vaccination series.
8. Complete a physical examination.
9. Pass technical standard (physical testing).

Each student must possess the academic ability, character, and attitude suitable for athletic training. A student who, in the professional judgment of the faculty and staff, does not possess these qualifications may be examined by a Selective Review Committee. The committee may recommend any of a variety of actions, ranging from remedial procedures to withdrawal from the Athletic Training Education Program.

(For specific generaleducation course requirements please consult with the athletic training education program coordinator).

Athletic Training Education Program (81 credits)
SPM 272, Clinical Practicum I** (S).................................................................................. 3
SPM 273, Clinical Practicum II** (F)................................................................................. 3
SPM 372, Clinical Practicum III** (S)................................................................................ 3
SPM 382, Clinical Practicum III Seminar (S)................................................................. 1
SPM 373, Clinical Practicum IV** (F)............................................................................... 3
SPM 383, Clinical Practicum IV Seminar (F)................................................................ 1
SPM 422, Clinical Practicum V** (S)................................................................................. 3
SPM 433, Clinical Practicum V Seminar (S).................................................................. 1
SPM 423, Clinical Practicum VI** (F)............................................................................... 3
SPM 424, Clinical Practicum VII** (S).............................................................................. 3
SPM 426, Clinical Practicum VI Seminar (F)................................................................. 1
SPM 434, Clinical Practicum VII Seminar (S)............................................................... 1
SPM 190, Introduction to Athletic Training ................................................................ 3
SPM 305, Biomechanics ....................................................................................................... 3
SPM 308, Exercise Physiology I ......................................................................................... 3
SPM 371, Anatomy II (S)........................................................................................................ 4
SPM 310, Sports Injuries I (S).............................................................................................. 3
SPM 410, Sports Injuries II (F)............................................................................................. 3
SPM 375, Therapeutic Exercise (S)................................................................................... 3
SPM 415, Therapeutic Modalities (F).............................................................................. 4
PEP 411, Test and Measurements (S)............................................................................. 3
SPM 425, Mgt Strategies in Athletic Training (F)...................................................... 3
BIOL 254, Human Physiology ............................................................................................ 3
HNFS 251, Human Nutrition .............................................................................................. 3
PEP 304, Psychology of Sport............................................................................................ 3
HLS 150, Personal Health & Wellness............................................................................. 3
PEP 342, Motor Learning ..................................................................................................... 3
SPM 411, Pharmacology in Athletic Training............................................................. 3
SPM 191, Medical Terminology in AT (S)...................................................................... 2
SPM 290, General Medical Conditions.......................................................................... 3
**Admission to the ATEP must be completed before enrolling in SPM 273
Clinical Practicum II. See the Program Director for application procedures
before enrolling in SPM 272 Clinical Practicum I.

Athletic Training Electives

Electives: Choose 6 credits from the following list:
SPM 499, Problems .................................................................................................... 1-3 var.
ANTH 357, Medical Anthropology.................................................................................. 3
ANTH 430, Human Ostology and Forensic Anth ..................................................... 3
HLS 300, Drugs and Society ............................................................................................... 3
PHIL 223G, Ethics ..................................................................................................................... 3

DEGREE: Bachelor of Arts in Dance

The Dance program provides a broad coverage of the field that includes the development of basic technical and performance skills complemented by related studies in arts and sciences. It provides students with an appropriate background for the pursuit of careers or advanced degrees in teaching, performance, choreography and other related fields. (For specific general education course requirements please consult with the coordinator of the dance program).

Dance Technique (34 credit hours, 19 upper division, covering at least 4 dance styles)
DANC 123, Ballet Technique I, 2x ..................................................................................... 1
DANC 223, Ballet Technique II, 2x.................................................................................... 2
DANC 323, Ballet Technique III, 4x................................................................................... 3
DANC 423, Ballet Technique IV, 4x .................................................................................. 3
DANC 124, Jazz Dance Technique I, 2x ......................................................................... 1
DANC 224, Jazz Dance Technique II, 2x........................................................................ 2
DANC 324, Jazz Dance Technique III, 4x....................................................................... 3
DANC 424, Jazz Dance Technique IV, 4x ...................................................................... 3
DANC 126, Modern Dance I, 2x ........................................................................................ 1
DANC 226, Modern Dance II, 2x....................................................................................... 2
DANC 326, Modern Dance III, 4x...................................................................................... 3
DANC 426, Modern Dance IV, 4x ..................................................................................... 3
DANC 127, Tap I, 2x ................................................................................................................. 1
DANC 227, Tap II, 2x................................................................................................................ 1
DANC 121, Western Dance I ............................................................................................... 1
DANC 122, Latin Social Dance I, 2x ................................................................................. 1
DANC 125, Ballroom Dance I, 2x ...................................................................................... 1
DANC 128, Social Dance ...................................................................................................... 1
DANC 120, Ballet Folklorico I, 2x ...................................................................................... 1
DANC 220, Ballet Folklorico II, 2x ..................................................................................... 1
DANC 129, Flamenco I, 2x ................................................................................................... 1
DANC 229, Flamenco II, 2x .................................................................................................. 1

Dance Education (16 credit hours)
DANC 300*, Dance Pedagogy I......................................................................................... 3
DANC 400*, Dance Pedagogy II ....................................................................................... 3
DANC 460, Dance History.................................................................................................... 3
DANC 451, World Dance ...................................................................................................... 3
DANC 213*, Dance Practicum I......................................................................................... 1
DANC 313*, Dance Practicum II........................................................................................ 1
PEP 341, Motor Development........................................................................................... 3
PEP 342, Motor Learning ..................................................................................................... 3
DANC 450, Special Topics ................................................................................................1-3

Performance and Production (16 credit hours)
DANC 280*, Improvisation I................................................................................................ 1
DANC 380*, Improvisation II .............................................................................................. 1
DANC 289*, Principles of Choreography I................................................................... 2
DANC 389*, Principles of Choreography II.................................................................. 2
DANC 203, Production & Performance I, 4x ............................................................... 1
DANC 303, Production & Performance II, 4x.............................................................. 1
DANC 204, Dance Sport I, 4x.............................................................................................. 1
DANC 304, Dance Sport II, 4x ............................................................................................ 1
DANC 205, Dance Ensemble I, 4x .................................................................................... 1
DANC 305, Dance Ensemble II, 4x ................................................................................... 1
DANC 499, Senior Project, 2x............................................................................................. 1

Dance Science (3 credit hours)
SPM 305*, Biomechanics ..................................................................................................... 3

Business (3 credit hours)
ACCT 251, Management Accounting............................................................................ 3
MGT 201G, Introduction to Management .................................................................. 3

Electives: 8 hours to be taken in any subject of choice.

*Required courses