Physical Education
Course Offerings
All students at WPI are required to take four 1/12 units in Physical Education. Many students choose to satisfy this requirement by participating in varsity sports or club sports, but the courses listed below are also available. For more information on the physical education requirement at WPI, please visit the Undergraduate Catalog. To register for the courses listed below, as well as for varsity and club sports, students should consult with the Registrar's Office.
PE 1077. SWIMMING FOR FITNESS.
Cat. I (1/12 unit)
For the intermediate to advanced swimmer. This class is geared
toward swimming for fitness purposes. Workouts will be administered
each class period with students developing the knowledge to create
workouts for themselves.
PE 1070. LEISURE EDUCATION: REDEFINING SOCIAL NORMS.
Cat. I (1/12 unit)
Introductory course designed to explore various leisure education
alternatives.
PE 1059. WEIGHT TRAINING PROGRAM FOR
WOMEN.
Cat. I (1/12 unit)
This introductory course is designed to acquaint women with
circuit training and free weight programs.
PE 1057. LIFEGUARDING II.
Cat. I (1/12 unit)
This class is based on the Red Cross Manual for Lifeguarding. Red
Cross fee and books are required. The Lifeguard I course is the
first part of a two course requirement (Lifeguarding I and II) for
a student to be certified in CPR for the Professional Rescuer,
First Aid, AED, Oxygen Administration and Lifeguarding.
Recommended background: PE 1007
PE 1055. PHYSICAL CONDITIONING.
Cat. I (1/12 unit)
This course will teach basic strength training principles and
techniques. Students will develop and implement an individualized
conditioning program.
PE 1024. INTERMEDIATE TENNIS.
Cat. I (1/12 unit)
Designed for the student with basic skills in tennis. In-depth
instruction in skill development and strategy with game
competition.
PE 1018. CO-ED VOLLEYBALL.
Cat. I (1/12 unit)
Introduction to basic rules and individual/team skill development
with practical application through game competition.
PE 1016. SQUASH & RACQUETBALL.
Cat. I (1/12 unit)
Instruction will focus on basic strokes and techniques. Rules,
strategy and play will be integrated as students' skills
develop.
PE 1015. BADMINTON & TABLE
TENNIS.
Cat. I (1/12 unit)
Instruction will focus on basic strokes and techniques. Rules,
strategy and play will be integrated as students' skills
develop.
PE 1014. BEGINNING TENNIS.
Cat. I (1/12 unit)
Instruction will focus on basic strokes and techniques. Rules,
strategy and play will be integrated as students' skills
develop.
PE 1013. SOFTBALL.
Cat. I (1/12 unit)
Introduction to basic rules and individual/team skill development
with practical application through game competition.
PE 1012. BASKETBALL.
Cat. I (1/12 unit)
Introduction to basic rules and individual/team skill development
with practical application through game competition.
PE 1011. TOUCH FOOTBALL.
Cat. I (1/12 unit)
Introduction to basic rules and individual/team skill development
with practical application through game competition.
PE 1007. BASIC WATER SAFETY.
Cat. I (1/12 unit)
For the beginner and intermediate swimmer. Students will learn
about water recreational activities and how to remain safe while
participating in them. Opportunity to learn the necessary means for
safety in/near water and basic rescue techniques. Fee required.
PE 1006. WELLNESS.
Cat. I (1/12 unit)
Introductory course designed to acquaint students with knowledge
and skills necessary to make choices that foster health and
well-being.
PE 1005. INTRO TO RECREATIONAL
SPORTS.
Cat. I (1/12 unit)
This summer course introduces students to various sports through
skill development and play. Possible sports taught include
badminton, bowling, golf, racquetball, squash, swimming, table
tennis, tennis, and volleyball.
PE 1001. INTRO TO GOLF & TENNIS.
Cat. I (1/12 unit)
Introduction to the sports through skill development and play.
PE 1002. INTRO TO VOLLEYBALL & SQUASH.
Cat. I (1/12 unit)
Introduction to the sports through skill development and play.
PE 1003. INTRO TO BADMINTON.
Cat. I (1/12 unit)
Introduction to the sport through skill development and play.
PE 1004. INTRO TO TABLE TENNIS, GOLF, & TENNIS.
Cat. I (1/12 unit)
Introduction to the sports through skill development and play.
PE 1017. BEGINNING SWIMMING.
Cat. I (1/12 unit)
For the non-swimmer to intermediate swimmer. Instruction in the
basic stroke techniques to learn to swim, improve skills and
develop survival skills.
PE 1056. LIFEGUARDING I.
Cat. I (1/12 unit)
PE 1100. SERIES.
Cat. I (1/12 unit)
Credit for activity in one of five categories: 1) WPI athletic
team participation, 2) club sports, 3) approved courses not offered
at WPI, 4) individualized program at WPI, 5) Proficiency testing.
Approval in advance by the Physical Education Department is
necessary.