Academic Catalog

Health and Human Performance (HHP)

HHP 100  Sports Conditioning I  1.00  
Physical skills and stamina needed to participate in varsity sports. Not applicable toward a major or minor in Human Performance and Health Promotion. Consent of instructor is required to enroll in this course.
HHP 101  Sports Conditioning II  1.00  
Provides skill development and conditioning necessary to participate in varsity sports. Not applicable toward a major or minor in Health and Human Performance. Consent of instructor is required to enroll in this course.
HHP 102  Health and Wellness  3.00  
Basic knowledge and understanding of health and critical thinking that provides students with the opportunity to develop and implement a plan for reaching their optimal level of functioning physically, emotionally, socially, mentally, spiritually, environmentally and occupationally. Does not count toward a major or minor in Health and Human Performance. Note: Students with medical restrictions should contact the lab coordinator of HHP 102 before the first lab session. Physical Education majors and minors must earn a grade of C or better in HHP 102.
University Studies Requirements:
  • Health & Human Performance
  
HHP 105  Sports Conditioning III  1.00  
This course will pay special attention to the physical training and conditioning necessary to participate in varsity sports. Not applicable toward a major or minor in Health and Human Performance. Instructor consent is required to enroll in this course. Consent of instructor is required to enroll in this course.
HHP 106  Sports Conditioning IV  1.00  
Physical training and conditioning necessary to participate in varsity sports in the primary objective of this course. Not applicable toward a major or minor in Health and Human Performance. Consent of instructor is required to enroll in this course.
HHP 110  Introduction to HHP Majors/Minors  1.00  
Summary of the catalog course schedules, careers, and professional opportunities available to the HHP majors/minors. Advisors will be assigned and a tentative four year plan will be developed. Scientific and professional organizations, professional journals, certifications, resumes and the job search process will be given consideration. Selected guest presenters will provide insight into career options.
HHP 113  Level II & Level III Swimming Certification (Beginning and Advanced Beginning)  1.00  
Level II covers primary skills for the beginner. Level III introduces stroke readiness.
HHP 117  Alpine Skiing  1.00  
Basic skills, techniques, conditioning, strategy, safety and rules of alpine skiing.
HHP 119  Skating  0.50  
Basic skills, techniques, conditioning, strategy, safety and rules of ice skating.
HHP 120  Introduction to Mindfulness  3.00  
In this introduction to Mindfulness course students will learn the principles of practice, develop their own mediation practice, and apply principles to daily life. They will learn strategies to skillfully work with thoughts, emotions, and sensations, while developing their capacity to enhance mind-body awareness of present-moment experience. They will study theory and research in the field of mindfulness and the emerging science that shows promising, beneficial effects for physical and mental health and well-being. This course is designed for beginners and is also suitable for those with experience who want to refine their practice. This experiential course consists of a combination of lecture, practice, and discussion, and will follow the PERMANENT Model of Well-Being's Process: Learn. Experience. Reflect. Repeat.
HHP 125  Basketball  0.50  
Basic skills, techniques, safety, conditioning, strategy, and rules of basketball emphasizing the competencies needed in teaching.
HHP 126  Field Sports, Team Handball and Flag Football  0.50  
Basic skills, techniques, safety, conditioning, strategy, and rules of team sports and team handball emphasizing the competencies needed in teaching.
HHP 127  Soccer  0.50  
Basic skills, techniques, safety, conditioning, strategy, and rules of soccer emphasizing the competencies needed in teaching.
HHP 128  Softball  0.50  
Basic skills, techniques, safety, conditioning, strategy, and rules of softball emphasizing the competencies needed in teaching.
HHP 130  Volleyball  0.50  
Basic skills, techniques, safety, conditioning, strategy, and rules of volleyball emphasizing the competencies needed in teaching.
HHP 133  Social and Square Dance  3.00  
Fundamentals of various styles and techniques of movement and dance.
University Studies Requirements:
  • Fine Arts - Aesthetic Experience
  
HHP 141  Outdoor Education Climbing  1.00  
This course is a basic skills of climbing that includes knowledge and skill development in the following areas: equipment and equipment checks, knots, belay technique, safety checks and climbing techniques in a variety of situations and environments.
HHP 142  Paddling  1.00  
This course is a basic skills of paddling course that includes knowledge and skill development in the following areas: equipment and equipment checks, knots, paddling technique, safety protocol and paddling techniques in a variety of situations and environments using a variety of watercraft including canoes and kayaks.
HHP 150  Invasion, Striking and Field Activities in PE  2.00  
A content course addressing teaching strategies, movements, skill development and knowledge, rules and tactics of selected activities in Physical Education. Students will gain practice in planning, teaching, and assessment related to Physical Education.
HHP 151  Target, Net and Wall Activities in PE  2.00  
A content course addressing teaching strategies, movements, skill development and knowledge, rules and tactics of selected activities in Physical Education. Students will gain practice in planning, teaching, and assessment related to Physical Education.
HHP 152  Invasion, Striking and Field Activities in PE II  2.00  
A content course addressing teaching strategies, movements, skill development and knowledge, rules and tactics of selected activities in Physical Education. Students will gain practice in planning, teaching, and assessment related to Physical Education.
HHP 153  Target, Net and Wall Activities in PE II  2.00  
A content course addressing teaching strategies, movements, skill development and knowledge, rules and tactics of selected activities in Physical Education. Students will gain practice in planning, teaching, and assessment related to Physical Education.
HHP 180  Walking for Fitness  1.00  
An introduction to aerobic style activity. Students will learn concepts associated with walking while participating in an 8-9 week walking program. The practical application will allow students to learn and demonstrate their understanding of concepts in an applied format.
HHP 181  Self Defense  1.00  
Basic skills, techniques, safety, conditioning, strategy, and rules of self defense.
HHP 182  Weight Training  1.00  
Basic knowledge and skills of weight training; terms, resistance, techniques, programs, safety concepts, with practical application of these concepts being the primary outcome.
HHP 185  Racquetball  1.00  
Basic skills, techniques, safety, conditioning, strategy, and rules of racquetball.
HHP 186  Shooting Sports:Riflery  1.00  
Shooting Sports: Riflery - Basic skills, techniques, safety, conditioning, strategy, and rules of riflery.
HHP 187  Shooting Sports: Pistols  1.00  
Basic skills, techniques, safety, conditioning, strategy, and rules of pistol shooting.
HHP 188  Riding  1.00  
Basic skills, techniques, safety, conditioning, strategy, and rules of riding.
HHP 189  Physical Education Elective  1.00-9.00  
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior Course.
HHP 203  Group Fitness  1.00  
Active participation in group exercises that promote cardiovascular endurance, muscle strength and flexibility.
HHP 204  Aqua Dynamics  1.00  
Individual fitness through specific aquatic activities
HHP 213  Level IV & V (Intermediate) American Red Cross Certification & Basic Water Safety  1.00  
Level IV covers stroke development and increases swimmer endurance. Level V involves refinement and coordination of key strokes. Also introduces basic water safety skills.
HHP 217  Curling-Broomball  0.50  
Basic skills, techniques, safety, conditioning, strategy, and rules of curling and broomball for teaching.
HHP 218  Cross Country Ski-Snowshoe  0.50  
Basic skills, techniques, safety, conditioning, strategy, and rules of cross country, skiing/snowshoeing for teaching.
HHP 233  Elementary School Human Performance Activities-Children's Games  3.00  
Various activities pertinent to elementary school children, with emphasis on teaching and class management.
HHP 235  Children's Rhythms & Tumbling  3.00  
Various activities pertinent to elementary school children, with emphasis on teaching and class management.
HHP 252  Introduction into Sports and Exercise Medicine  2.00  
An introduction into the prevention and basic care of sports injuries. A theory and laboratory experience providing knowledge and understanding of the many aspects of health care for the recreational and competitive athlete.
HHP 275  Tennis-Racquetball  1.00  
Basic skills, techniques, safety, conditioning, strategy and rules of tennis/racquetball emphasizing individual competencies for teaching purposes.
HHP 276  Archery  0.50  
Basic skills, techniques, safety, conditioning, strategy and rules of archery emphasizing individual competencies for teaching purposes.
HHP 277  Badminton and Recreational Net Games  0.50  
Basic skills, techniques, safety, conditioning, strategy and rules of badminton and recreational net games emphasizing individual competencies for teaching purposes.
HHP 278  Golf  0.50  
Basic skills, techniques, safety, conditioning, strategy and rules of golf emphasizing individual competencies for teaching purposes.
HHP 279  Tennis  1.00  
Basic skills, techniques, safety, conditioning, strategy and rules of tennis emphasizing individual competencies for teaching purposes.
HHP 280  Track and Field  1.00  
Theory and techniques, safety, strategy, training schedules, coaching methods, conditioning, psychology, and other aspects of all levels of track and cross country.
HHP 282  Introduction to Physical Assessment and Exercise Evaluation  1.00  
Basic laboratory, clinical, and field evaluation skills used in health and fitness, exercise physiology and physical education. Skills include health and risk assessment, cardiopulmonary evaluation, body composition, muscular strength and endurance, flexibility and general anthropometrics. Also covers metabolic equations and an introduction to common medications encountered by exercise professionals. This is a hands-on class which prepares the student for the exercise physiology class
HHP 289  Physical Education Elective  0.50-9.00  
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
HHP 289AE  Health & Human Performance Elective Aesthetic Experience  1.00-12.00  
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
HHP 289DV  Health & Human Performance Diversity  1.00-12.00  
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
HHP 289ES  Health & Human Performance Elective Environmental Science  1.00-12.00  
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
HHP 289HP  Health & Human Performance Elective Health/Human Performance  1.00-12.00  
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
HHP 289NW  Health & Human Performance Elective Non-Western  1.00-12.00  
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
HHP 300  Varsity Sports I  1.00  
Intensive study and practice of fundamentals and team play in varsity sports. Will not count toward Health and Human Performance major or minor. Instructor consent is required to enroll in this course.
HHP 301  Varsity Sports II  1.00  
Skill,strategy,conditioning refinement for team play in varsity sports. Not applicable toward a major or minor in Health and Human Performance. Instructor consent is required to enroll in this course.
HHP 304  Principles of Aqua-Dynamics  2.00  
Practical applications of the principles of directing aerobic activities, including components of fitness, physiological-psychological benefits of aerobic activity, training methods and teaching techniques.
HHP 305  Varsity Sports III  1.00  
Advanced skill/strategy refinement for team play in varsity sports. Not applicable toward a major or minor in Health and Human Performance. Instructor consent is required to enroll in this course.
HHP 306  Varsity Sports IV  1.00  
Advanced preparation in conditioning/skills/strategies for participation in varsity sports. Not applicable toward a major or minor in Health and Human Performance. Instructor consent is required to enroll in this course.
HHP 312  Aquatic Safety/Lifeguard Training  1.00  
Provides knowledge and skill regarding patron safety and enjoyment in and around aquatic facilities. Course content and activities prepare participants to recognize and respond quickly and effectively to aquatic emergencies. A swimming and diving pretest is required. Successful completion of this course and requirements established by the American Red Cross will provide the participant with a certificate for Lifeguarding or Shallow Water Lifeguard.
Prerequisites:
    HLTH 158 is prerequisite for enrolling in this course.
  
HHP 313  Level VI,VII Advanced Swimming (ARC) and Emergency Water Safety  1.00  
Refining strokes to enable swimming efficiency and long-distance swimming. Students also engage in a variety of aquatic activities and water safety techniques.
HHP 314  Scuba  2.00  
Classroom work and water training required for taking open-water dive.
HHP 317  Advanced Winter Sports  1.00  
Instruction and participation in advanced levels of winter sport activities.
HHP 332  Motor Learning  3.00  
Perceptual and motor learning concepts associated with skill development.
Prerequisites:
  
HHP 335  Sports Medicine Laboratory I  3.00  
In depth study of prevention, evaluation, care, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries pertaining to physical activity. Special emphasis on evaluation and rehabilitation of specific body regions in conjunction with the healing process.
Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of HHP 252.
  
HHP 336  Sports Medicine Laboratory II  3.00  
Continuation course in prevention, evaluation, care and treatment of injuries as they pertain to physical activity. Special emphasis on the role of evaluation and the use of physical agents in conjunction with the healing process.
Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of HHP 335.
  
HHP 337  Practicum in HHP 102 Lab  2.00  
This course is designed to allow the student to apply knowledge and skills acquired in prior coursework by working with apparently healthy adults in an applied setting.
Prerequisites:
  
HHP 338  Methods and Curriculum in Teaching Health Education  3.00  
Teaching methods, materials, and fundamental principles in curriculum development for K-12 health education programs. Pre-Student Teaching Clinical Experience in elementary and middle school is required. Additional Pre-Student Teach Clinical Experience in grades 9-12 for students seeking health education licensure without physical education licensure. Admission to Teacher Education Program required.
Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite:admission to the Teacher Education Program.
  
HHP 339  Methods and Curriculum In Teaching Secondary Physical Education  3.00  
Teaching methods, materials and fundamental principles in curriculum development for middle through high school physical education programs. Pre-Student Teaching Clinical Experience in grades 6-8 & 9-12 is required. Additional Pre-Student Teaching Clinical Experience in grades 9-12 health for students seeking both health education licensure and physical education licensure.
Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite for this course is completion of HHP 233 and HHP 235 and admission to Teacher Education Program, or Instructor Consent
  
HHP 352  Principles of Athletic Training  2.00  
Advanced investigation into the care and prevention of injuries that occur with physical activity. A sports medicine approach into the areas of recognition, management, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries related to athletic, recreational and occupational activity.
Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of HHP 252.
  
HHP 566  Principles Of Nutrition  3.00  
Lecture-discussion course covering the basics of human nutrition including the macro and micro nutrients, the role of nutrition in health, weight loss and weight gain practices, erogenic aids and supplements. Also addresses nutrition through the lifespan and global implications. Students required to complete a comprehensive research paper.
HHP 567  Human Sexuality  3.00  
Covers the biological, sociological, and psychological dimensions of human sexuality. Special emphasis on the education aspects.
HHP 376  Advanced Individual Sports  1.00-6.00  
Instruction and participation in advanced levels of individual and dual sports.
HHP 389  Physical Education Elective  1.00-9.00  
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
HHP 403  Health Coach  3.00  
The content covered in this course will address a wide spectrum of health and behavioral concepts with focus areas in: behavioral science, nutrition, kinesiology, exercise science, screening and fitness assessments, client program design, and legal and ethical concerns related to allied health professions. Special consideration for children and seniors will be covered along with other special needs populations. Students will understand how to design and coach both healthy populations and special needs populations through nutritional and fitness behavioral change and exercise programming. Students will gain the knowledge required of an entry level health coach and will also be eligible to sit for an approved certification upon completion.
Prerequisites:
  
HHP 412  Lifeguard Training Instructor  1.00  
American Red Cross program to qualify an individual to teach the American Red Cross Water Safety course.
HHP 413  Water Safety Instructor (WSI)  2.00  
American Red Cross program to qualify an individual to teach the ARC Swimming courses.
HHP 414  Scuba-Open Water Certification  2.00  
Open water dive requirements for certification.
Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of HHP 314 or its equivalent.
  
HHP 417  Programs of Certification in Winter Sports Activities-Instructor's Training-Skiing  2.00  
Program of certification by National Organization for Winter Sports.
HHP 421  Adapted Physical Activity  2.00  
An introduction into adapted physical activity. Understanding children and adults with various disabilities as well as learning about testing, assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating methods. Instructor consent required.
Prerequisites:
    Co-requisite for taking this course is HHP 422 and Instructor Consent.
  
HHP 423  Adapted Aquatics Instructional Lab  0.50  
Experience developing, implementing, and teaching in an aquatic program for individual with disabilities. The course will focus on testing, assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating aquatic programs. Instructor consent required.
HHP 435  Methods and Curriculum in Teaching Elementary Physical Education  3.00  
Teaching methods, materials and fundamental principles in curriculum development for elementary physical education programs. Pre-Student Teaching Clinical Experience in Grades K-2 & 3-5 is required. Pre-requisite HHP 233 & 235 or Instructor consent. Admission to Teacher Education Program is required to enroll in this course.
Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite for this course is completion of HHP 233 and HHP 235 and admission to Teacher Education Program, or Instructor Consent
  
HHP 437  Practicum in Health  1.00-16.00  
Experience under direct supervision in teaching human performance activities.
HHP 458  Certification/Certificate Preparation  1.00-12.00  
Students are given mentoring towards sitting for credential: Certificate or Certification that enhances their professional pursuits. Assistance with study guides, preparatory courses such as webinars will be required for completion of this course. Instructor consent required.
HHP 463  Practicum in Fitness Lab  1.00-2.00  
Practical and professional application relevant to organization, equipment maintenance, test administration, and interpretation of fitness programs in corporate. community, school settings.
HHP 669  Pathophysiology of Disease\Prevention and Control  3.00  
Introductory course of basic pathophysiology including epidemiological basics, infectious and non-infectious diseases, systemic responses, and an in-depth study of the leading causes of death in the United States and Canada (coronary heart disease, cancer, pulmonary disease), as well as common disorders (muscular, skeletal, neurological, gastrointestinal, urological and reproductive systems.) Students are required to complete a comprehensive research paper.
HHP 670  Community and Environmental Health  3.00  
Survey of health and environmental issues as they relate to the global community. The organizations, resources and personnel involved in promotion and maintenance of the health of a community. Also examines health education theories as they relate to creating a professional health promotion plan.
HHP 489  Physical Education Elective  1.00-9.00  
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
HHP 489AE  Health & Human Performance Elective Aesthetic Experience  1.00-12.00  
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
HHP 489DV  Health & Human Performance Elective Diversity  1.00-12.00  
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
HHP 489ES  Health & Human Performance Elective Environmental Science  1.00-12.00  
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
HHP 489HP  Health & Human Performance Elective Health/Human Performance  1.00-12.00  
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
HHP 489NW  Health & Human Performance Elective Non-Western  1.00-12.00  
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
HHP 493  Special/Student Initiated Seminar  1.00-6.00  
Specially designed seminar or student-initiated seminar when there is sufficient student interest.
HHP 497  Senior Capstone Experience  0.00  
Required culminating senior year project that integrates and synthesizes the student's coursework (theories, concepts, skill competencies) into a formal project and experience. This experience is to be negotiated with the student's major advisor and instructor for final consent and approval prior to the student's last semester of coursework before graduation. Senior capstone is paired with another course in the major. See Health and Human Performance major descriptions for paired courses in the Exercise Science program. Student must participate in a public presentation; i.e., Poster Session, Power Point presentation. Pass-Fail. Arranged. Instructor Consent is required.