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Kinesiology

This is an integrated course involving the science of motion of humans, the effects of extraneous variables on human motion and performance. The anatomic and physiologic fundamentals of human motion for example the skeletal framework and its movements, musculoskeletal system and neuromuscular basis of human movement will be covered. The effect of extraneous variables on human motion and performance, the application of the principles of mechanics to the problems of teaching physical education skills and activities of daily life will be covered.

Course Code: 
EPH 241
No. of Credits: 
3
Level: 
Level 200
Course Semester: 
First Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Health, Physical Education and Recreation

Special Education

The course introduces the prospective teacher to the field of special education.  Areas to be examined include characteristics of persons with special educational needs,

etiological factors as well as management strategies.

Course Code: 
EPS 212
No. of Credits: 
3
Level: 
Level 200
Course Semester: 
First Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Health, Physical Education and Recreation

Educational Statistics

The course introduces students to the nature of statistics with a description of variable, scales of measurement and the differences between descriptive and inferential statistics. Data representation is treated with emphasis on frequency distributions, histograms, polygons, gives, bars, and pie charts as well as box and whisker plots. The nature and role of the measures of location, variability and relative position are explained. Students are introduced to the concept of probability with emphasis on the addition and multiplication roles and the nature, properties and applications of the normal distribution. Measures of relations and correlation are explained and their roles in education are discussed. Basic ideas about statistical inference (sampling distributions) are treated leading to an introduction to hypothesis testing. Statistical tools such as regression analysis, chi-square, Mann-Whitney test, Wilcoxon signed rank test. One-way analysis and the Kruskall-Wallis test are mentioned briefly with emphasis on I icy can be used.

Course Code: 
EPS 211
No. of Credits: 
3
Level: 
Level 200
Course Semester: 
First Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Health, Physical Education and Recreation

Critical Thinking and Practical Reasoning

Critical thinking includes, but not limited to, variety of deliberative processes aimed at making wise decisions about what to believe and do, processes that centre on evaluation of arguments, among others. The course will integrate logic, both formal and informal, with a variety of skills and topics useful in making sound decisions about claims, actions, and practices and to make it all palatable by presenting it in real-life contexts. This course is interactive and conversational in tone and aim at helping students to appreciate how to use the tools in logic in arriving at most cogent conclusions given different issues of life.

Course Code: 
PHL 205
No. of Credits: 
3
Level: 
Level 200
Course Semester: 
First Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Health, Physical Education and Recreation

Theory and Practice of Gymnastics and Dance

The fundamental skills of gymnastics and dance form the core of this course. The course introduces students to basic gymnastics skills with concentration on floor events, vaults with and without apparatus. Students are also introduced to the fundamentals of traditional, social and freestyle dance activities that can be used as exercise and recreation. It also covers basic skills in organizing and teaching dance as exercise and recreation.

Course Code: 
EPH 148
No. of Credits: 
3
Level: 
Level 100
Course Semester: 
Second Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Health, Physical Education and Recreation

Theory and Practice of Athletics I:

The course introduces students to theory and fundamentals of sprints, middle and long distance races and jumping events. The course will concentrate on the rules, officiating, practice and teaching of track and jumping events: sprinting, relay racing, middle and long distance races and jumps. The course also equips students with basic skills in Kids Athletics

Course Code: 
EPH 147
No. of Credits: 
3
Level: 
Level 100
Course Semester: 
Second Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Health, Physical Education and Recreation

Human Anatomy and Physiology

The scientific basis of physical education embracing the skeletal, muscular, respiratory, circulatory, and digestive and nervous systems would be covered in this course. The structure, functions and the physiological processes of the muscles, bones, and nerves are examined from a basic standpoint and as related to physical education. The course is a prerequisite for EPH 241.   

Course Code: 
EPH 146
No. of Credits: 
3
Level: 
Level 100
Course Semester: 
Second Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Health, Physical Education and Recreation

Theory and Practice of Basketball and Table Tennis

This combined course aims at introducing basic skills in Basketball and Table Tennis. It is intended to equip students with the skills and capabilities needed to improve their personal skills, teach the game to beginners, coach middle class players, officiate and organize tournaments. It also introduces students to individual and group tactics and techniques involved in the games of Basketball and Table Tennis. The course extends to cover such areas as rules, officiating, coaching principles, and organizational methods involved in these games. Students will be afforded the opportunity to teach and coach these games during the course.

Course Code: 
EPH 145
No. of Credits: 
3
Level: 
Level 100
Course Semester: 
First Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Health, Physical Education and Recreation

Theory and Practice of Soccer and Volleyball

This combined course aims at introducing students to basic skills in Soccer and Volleyball. It also introduces students’ tactics and techniques in the games of soccer and volleyball. The course covers the rules and technical officiating in the games. It will also introduce students to the teaching and coaching of the games.

Course Code: 
EPH 144
No. of Credits: 
3
Level: 
Level 100
Course Semester: 
First Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Health, Physical Education and Recreation

Foundations of Physical Education

The course is an introduction to physical education. It covers the concept, history and definition of Physical Education and its role in society. It also examines philosophies, principles, aims and objectives of Physical education as well career opportunities in the field.

Course Code: 
EPH 141
No. of Credits: 
3
Level: 
Level 100
Course Semester: 
First Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Health, Physical Education and Recreation

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