20102011
Truckee Meadows
Community College
Business and
Entrepreneurship
[PHYSICAL EDUCATION]
PROGRAM/UNIT REVIEW SELF STUDY
TRUCKEE MEADOWS COMMUNITY COLLEGE
PROGRAM/UNIT REVIEW
SELF-STUDY SUMMARY
PROGRAM/UNIT REVIEWED: PHSYICAL EDUATION
School: Business and Entrepreneurship
Year of Review: 2010 - 2011
Date Submitted to Dean: December 15, 2010
Self Study Committee Members:
Name
Title
Amy Williams
Director WDCE/Admin Asst
Instructor
Teresa Brooks
Administrative Assistant PEX
Lisa Gonzalez
Student Personal Trainer
Program
Holly Robey
Part-time Instructor PEX
Terry Spino
Part-time Instructor PEX
Kathy Odynski
Emeritus – Assistant. Dean
WDCE/PEX, Retired
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Self Study Committee Chair:
Name
Title
Andrea Simone-Call
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Coordinator/Lead Instructor
PEX
Executive Summary (Two paragraph maximum):
Currently the Physical Education courses reach the diverse population of TMCC and meet or exceed College wide
demographics and enrollment. The program constantly works to stay abreast of current trends within the fitness industry.
Enrollment in courses consistently increases from year to year and this proves the value of instruction and courses offered.
The main goal of the Physical Education courses is to provide students lifelong learning through physical activity which
will ultimately improve their quality of life.
Several courses taught in the program are required for completion of the Personal Trainer Program as well as the
Associates Degree in Fine Arts with Dance Emphasis. Students also utilize the PEX classes to maintain full-time student
status for financial aid. For the program to continue to meet the needs of students the funds allocated by means of parttime instructor salaries is crucial as this program is completely facilitated by part-time instructors.
Self-Study Summary
Physical Education
INTRODUCTION
The Physical Education curriculum allows for a wide variety of introductory classes to improve the skill, knowledge
and ability of students so they will have required components to be successful with their lifelong engagement in
physical activity and recreation to improve their quality of life.
Mission Statement
To provide quality instruction in all courses while offering a wide variety of topics that fit the needs and interests of
students. With the main focus being overall improvement in the quality of life and physical activity level of the
student population at Truckee Meadows Community College.
Our mission helps meet our WDCE mission by improving students’ quality of life and the TMCC mission for lifelong
learning by providing instruction in fitness and wellness that students can apply for a lifetime. We stay abreast of the
latest trends in fitness to allow for new classes that will enable learners to continue to master new skills and apply
them to current physical activity.
Degrees, Certificates, and/or Non-Credit Courses offered
Not applicable – This is a discipline and there are no Degrees or Certificates offered. Our courses are for credit.
Primary Goals and Objectives
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Improve students’ knowledge and skill level in relevant course.
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Give students the opportunity to participate in physical activity to improve overall health and wellness.
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Provide a wide variety of classes to fit the needs of the student population.
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This is a discipline and not a degree. All course outcomes and measures are set on a course by course basis.
Factors Expected to Affect Future
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Budget impact on part-time instructor funding would greatly affect this program, due to the fact that all
instructors are part-time.
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Facility space and availability limits growth within program, due to specific space required to instruct certain
courses and current room availability is to maximum capacity with no room to add extra courses. With this
limitation courses are expanding to off campus locations at a cost to students through lab fees.
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Losing space at Redfield campus for three Yoga classes that are currently offered at this location. Trying to
acquire a space at Meadowood Center to house these three classes and allow for growth with additional
courses.
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No physical education requirements in K-8 schools in Nevada limits the growth of this program to offer a
degree in the future based on demand for job placement.
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There are not any programs to articulate with at UNR and UNLV
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DEMONGRAPHICS AND ENROLLMENT
General Student Demographics
Age
Gender
Male
Female
TMCC PEX
31.8%
67.9%
99.7%
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Ethnicity
White
Black
Indian/Alaskan
Asian
Hawaiian/Pacific
Islander
Hispanic
Other
White
Black
Indian/Alaskan
Asian
Hawaiian/Pacific
Islander
Hispanic
Other
WC
2009
67.6%
2.4%
2.2%
5.1%
WC
2008
68.7%
2.2%
2.0%
4.8%
WC
2007
69.8%
2.1%
1.6%
4.9%
WC
2006
69.8%
2.2%
1.7%
5.0%
0.6%
17.4%
4.7%
0.6%
17.1%
4.5%
0.4%
21.2%
0.0%
0.1%
20.7%
0.4%
PEX
2009
69.0%
3.4%
1.7%
4.2%
PEX
2008
70.8%
2.6%
2.9%
6.0%
PEX
2007
71.9%
2.5%
3.2%
4.6%
PEX
2006
72.9%
3.4%
1.6%
5.6%
0.9%
14.1%
6.7%
0.0%
9.7%
8.0%
0.0%
9.8%
8.1%
1.6%
9.1%
5.9%
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Student Status
Educational Status
Continuing
New
Transfer
F05
75%
17%
8%
100%
Enrollment Status
S06
88%
6%
6%
100%
F06
70%
20%
10%
100%
S07
88%
6%
6%
100%
F07
74%
20%
6%
100%
S08
83%
12%
5%
100%
F08
76%
18%
6%
100%
S09
89%
5%
6%
100%
F09
79%
14%
7%
100%
S10
85%
11%
4%
100%
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Student Recruitment Activities
With the program not offering a degree we do not actively recruit students, but do attend college events to promote
our classes as well as the Fitness Center usage. We also encourage Fitness Center members to join PEX courses.
Underserved Student Populations
All student populations either meet or exceed overall college demographics. One area that the program could serve
better is the male population, but statistically female students are the population that joins group activity courses. We
offer a variety of courses to meet male student interest, golf, fencing, boxing, karate and weight training.
Enrollment Patterns
Number of Sections
41 compared to 1681 college wide
Full Time Equivalent Enrollment
65 compared to 7256 college wide
Retention Rates
73% average compared to 71% average college wide
Student to Faculty Ratios
Average of 1 to 21 compared to 1 to 20 average college wide
Number of Declared Degree/Emphasis Seekers
Not applicable
Student Success Rates
Not applicable
Enrollment Development Strategies
Demographic Findings and Strategies
We are currently meeting or exceeding the demographics of the students when compared to college wide
demographics and will continue with current practices.
Student Status Findings and Strategies
We are currently meeting or exceeding the education and enrollment status of students when compared to college
wide findings. We will continue to encourage students currently taking PEX courses to continue exploring the
options available and to stay physically active. Students that are beginning courses will be encouraged to continue
learning and developing skills by taking an intermediate/advanced section when applicable.
Enrollment Patterns and Strategies
Enrollment numbers are consistently higher in the spring semesters. There are typically one or two additional
sections offered in spring semester. Students that start school in the fall semester become more aware of courses
that are offered after their first semester and tend to add PEX courses in the spring.
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Students are more apt to join a fitness/exercise course in the spring to prepare for upcoming seasons. This is
consistent on a national level when compared to fitness facilities. Memberships and class enrollments always tend
to increase after the New Year has begun and before the summer season.
Student Success Rates and Strategies
With no degrees or certificates, we do not track student success rates.
Our strategies to assist with student success are to:
1. Maintain high quality instructors
2. Listen to student wants and needs
3. Stay abreast of new trends in fitness and recruit certified instructors
4. Assess class outcomes to make sure they are being met and are appropriate
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CURRICULUM
Degree/Emphasis Assessment Reports
Not applicable
Course Assessment Report Summaries
Course assessments were first completed in Fall 2009 and Spring 2009 – there have not been assessment reports since
that time and the physical education department is currently in the process of revising assessment procedures.
Previous assessment reports suggested that of the students that completed the assessment questionnaire, 65% strongly
agreed that the course improved their skill, knowledge level and fitness in the course subject. While 33%, agreed with
the same statement.
Assessment Driven Improvements
All course syllabi are currently in the process of being revised to a standard format. The syllabus will contain student
learning outcomes and measures. The syllabi will all be revised by Fall 2011. Instructor training is also being set for
beginning of Spring and Fall semesters.
Evaluating Relevancy of Curriculum
Course Content
PEX Coordinator/Lead Instructors observes and evaluates courses and instructors throughout each semester to
assist with curriculum compliance as well as offer recommendations when needed for improved instruction and
student success.
New courses that are offered are listed under PEX 199 for a trail period of time to make sure the course is meeting
minimum enrollment numbers and that the course is relevant and meets student needs. After the class is proven
successful the course is then listed under an appropriate PEX course number and paperwork is submitted to
curriculum committee for approval.
Regular course evaluations by students are used to determine student satisfaction.
Degree/Certificate Requirements
Not applicable
Methods of Instruction
Activity courses utilize several different methods of instruction and have a large percentage of time concentrated
on correcting and improving students’ technique and skill in subject being taught. Courses are taught face to face
only and are offered at a variety of times and locations.
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Lecture
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Skill demonstration
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Student practice
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Instructor observation
Faculty Qualifications
Minimum:
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Associates degree or two years of experience teaching or coaching in subject matter.
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Certification in subject matter when applicable – group/aerobic instruction, spinning, yoga, mat pilates
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Certification in CPR w/AED
Preferred:
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BA in Physical Education, Kinesiology, Exercise Physiology or Exercise Science and Two years of
experience teaching or coaching in subject matter.
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Personal Trainer Certification from Nationally Accredited Agency
Post Completion Objectives (transfer, job placement, etc.)
Not applicable
Secondary Student Preparation Efforts
Not applicable
External Review
Not applicable
Non-credit Training Offered
Several of the courses are combined with WDCE courses and this adds to our class enrollment and opens up our
classes to a wider audience, which has a positive impact on our program.
Non-credit activity courses offered throughout the community do not have an adverse impact on our course
enrollment. Students taking our courses choose to do so for purposes of earning credits, meeting full-time status for
financial aid and insurance purposes.
Physical Education currently does not offer any of its own non-credit courses. But, as stated above, does combine
some classes with WDCE non-credit courses.
Curriculum Development Strategies
Assessment Findings and Strategies
Course assessment needs to continue to be implemented into the program. Assessment process started in Fall
2008/Spring 2009. With early retirement buy-out of Department Chair in 2009 – the assessment reports did not
continue past this point.
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Assessment reports will be submitted for Fall 2010 and Spring 2011 and review of assessment measures and
improvements to courses will begin at such time.
External Resource Recommendations and Implementation Plans
Not applicable
Anticipated Factors Affecting Curriculum and Strategies
Common course numbering system has restricted special topic classes from being listed out with their own number,
due to lack of numbers and gaps in numbering system held for growth in certain areas. We will continue listing
courses without their own identifying number under the Special Topic category and work with A&R to have the class
topic identifiable to students for maximum enrollment.
Budget impact on part-time instructors may not allow additional courses to be offered or allow us to hire new parttime instructors. This limits additions to curriculum.
No full-time instructor positions in this area affect growth and development of courses. There have never been fulltime instructor positions in this area and this may attribute to no degree being offered in this area.
The PEX Coordinator/Lead instructor is currently a part-time position. With the current budget constraints this
position being part-time is very favorable and there have been no issues in running the program in a part-time
capacity.
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RESOURCES
Faculty and Staff
The PEX faculty is made up of part-time instructors that are experts in their field and specialized area. The faculty is
outgoing and student oriented. The main goal is to improve student’s skill and performance levels while offering
lifelong learning through physical activity.
Required Faculty Credentials
Certification in specialized area of instruction – Golf Pro Certification, Yoga Instructor Certification, Spinning
Instructor Certification, Group Fitness Instructor Certification, Aerobic Instructor Certification, and Mat Pilates
Instructor Certification – It is also preferred to have Personal Trainer Certification, First Aid and CPR –AED.
Faculty is required to complete necessary CEU’s for their particular certifications to maintain said certification.
Full-Time to Part-Time Faculty Ratio
0 Full-Time Faculty – 18 Part-Time Faculty
Required Classified Credentials
Not applicable
Classified FTE
Not applicable
Facilities
The program currently utilizes RDMT 240 for the majority of courses – the room is equipped with stereo equipment
and built in speakers for music and microphone for instructor use. The room also has the adequate space required for
group exercise instruction and necessary equipment, i.e. mirrors, mats, steps, weights, stability balls, bands and jump
ropes. The room is also the location for most Yoga classes and has adequate room for class equipment, yoga mats,
blocks, bands and blankets. Mat Pilates courses also utilize the same equipment as Yoga as well as power balls. All of
the above equipment is secured in a locked storage closet located inside of the exercise studio. Fencing classes have
storage cabinets to house extensive equipment for students and their electric tracking system for their chest monitors
is mounted to walls. Karate and Self Defense classes require large mats that are housed in the room.
Weight Training and Circuit Training course are taught in RDMT 101 – TMCC Fitness Center, as this facility has
necessary equipment to instruct students on basic weight training techniques with adequate amounts of equipment and
variety of style to suit students needs and provide variation to exercise for students needing modifications to exercises.
Spinning courses are taught at an alternate facility as TMCC does not have required equipment.
Several of the Yoga classes are taught at an alternate facility as room availability is restricted, due to sharing of space
with Dance program courses. This restriction of room availability forces courses to be taught off campus to meet
student demand.
Golf is taught at alternate facility to provide appropriate facility for learning and practice.
Volleyball is taught at alternate facility to provide appropriate facility, space and equipment.
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Fitness Principles and Practices utilizes smart classroom assigned as well as RDMT 101 – Fitness Center, for
application of fitness principles to instruct students how to utilize equipment and meet fitness needs.
Technology
Fitness Principles and Practices, PEX 174 is the only course at this time to requires a smart classroom as this course
also includes lecture, internet resources and audio/visual resources.
Funding Sources
State supported part-time allotment for instructor pay.
Lab fees for PEX 117 & PEX 117A – Golf and Intermediate/Advanced Golf – are allotted to facility use/instructor
pay. $40
Lab fees for PEX 129 & PEX 129 A – Volleyball and Intermediate/Advanced Volleyball – are allotted for teaching
assistant pay. $20
Lab fees for PEX 155 & PEX 155 A – Fencing and Intermediate/Advanced Fencing – are allotted for teaching
assistant pay as well as equipment replacement and maintenance. $10
Lab fees for PEX 169 at Yoga Loka location only are allotted for facility use fee. $20
Lab fees for all other PEX courses are utilized for equipment maintenance, replacement and specialized equipment
needed. PEX 199 Mat Pilates $5, PEX 199 Boxing $10
Courses that utilize the Fitness Center also have lab fees for staffing, PEX Coordinator salary, equipment
maintenance, replacement and additional equipment purchasing for specialized equipment. PEX 170, 172, 174, 183,
199 & 207 - $20 - $30
Resource Development Strategies
Staffing Issues and Strategies
For program to grow, the number of part-time instructors would need to increase, as most current instructors are
close to, or at, their maximum allowance of FTE.
A Full-time Faculty position would assist with growth and curriculum.
Facilities and Desired Capital Improvements
A large open room at Meadowood Center would allow additional courses to be offered. Yoga, Mat Pilates, Tai Chi.
Dividers currently located in RDMT 240 should be removed, which would allow for additional storage space. This
would free up space for students to utilize during class.
Better heating and cooling system in RDMT 240 to allow instructors control over room temperature. This would
improve student experience and lessen risk of overheating.
AED located in RDMT 240, would be an important addition to ensure the safety of our students during physical
exercise.
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Funding Allocations and Development Strategies
Current funding only allows for part-time instructor salaries.
Lab fees will be utilized to purchase new fencing equipment, mats for Karate and Self Defenses, replenish supply
of aerobic steps, purchase new yoga mats, updated boxing equipment and exercise balls. New cabinets may also
need to be purchased for storage in new space available after dividers are removed.
Request form to Facility Services for room improvements, divider removal and heating and cooling needs. Possible
purchase of stationary fans to assist with cooling needs.
Additional lab fees may be utilized to help equip a room at Meadowood Center for Yoga, Mat Pilates and Tai Chi
classes. State money will also be requested for additional part-time instructors to facilitate these classes.
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APPENDIX A.
Dean’s Analysis of Funding Resources
The only state funds used for this discipline are part-time instructor dollars. The part-time coordinator is paid out of
non-state funds through the Fitness Center.
State-Supported Operating Budgets
NA
Lab Fees
Lab fees for PEX 117 & PEX 117A – Golf and Intermediate/Advanced Golf – are allotted to facility use/instructor
pay. $40
Lab fees for PEX 129 & PEX 129 A – Volleyball and Intermediate/Advanced Volleyball – are allotted for teaching
assistant pay. $20
Lab fees for PEX 155 & PEX 155 A – Fencing and Intermediate/Advanced Fencing – are allotted for teaching
assistant pay as well as equipment replacement and maintenance. $10
Lab fees for PEX 169 at Yoga Loka location only are allotted for facility use fee. $20
Lab fees for all other PEX courses are utilized for equipment maintenance, replacement and specialized equipment
needed. PEX 199 Mat Pilates $5, PEX 199 Boxing $10
Courses that utilize the Fitness Center also have lab fees for staffing, PEX Coordinator salary, equipment
maintenance, replacement and additional equipment purchasing for specialized equipment. PEX 170, 172, 174, 183,
199 & 207 - $20 - $30
Special Fees
NA
Grants
NA
Non-Credit Training Income
NA
Donations
NA
Other
NA
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APPENDIX B.
Degree and Certificate Worksheets
Not Applicable
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APPENDIX C.
Institutional Research Data
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APPENDIX D.
Graphs Utilizing Institutional Research Information
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APPENDIX E.
Program and Discipline Assessment Report
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TRUCKEE MEADOWS COMMUNITY COLLEGE
PROGRAM/UNIT REVIEW
DEAN’S RECOMMENDATION
PROGRAM/UNIT REVIEWED: Physical Education
Self Study Committee Chair(s):
Andrea Simone-Call
School: Business and Entrepreneurship
Year of Review: 2010-2011
Date Submitted to PURC: 2/7/2011
Dean’s findings of strengths and weaknesses of the program/unit:
Strengths: The PEX program provides a adequate breadth of courses to serve students need, the part-time faculty
are well-qualified to teach their specific classes, the discipline is very financially efficiently run using only part-time
faculty and a part-time coordinator. Weaknesses: The use of part-time faculty ONLY, although is cost effective,
limits the growth of the class offerings and increases service provider variability (lack of consistency). With the
focus on even further budget cutting, the treat to the number and variety of classes offered is great due to the total
reliance on part-time faculty. In addition, there are some classroom issues that have arisen which has resulted in a
less than optimum relocation of classes off of TMCC campuses (this could create issues of service quality control).
Summary action recommended for program/unit:
Facilities usage/needs study with the aim to determine if it is possible to keep all PEX classes on TMCC campus
locations.
Hire a full-time faculty member
Recommendations for development strategies and anticipated time lines:
I would recommend that a facilities needs/usage study is undertaken in mid-March (concluding in mid May), to ascertain
if there is not a better, on-campus solution to these classes that have had to move to an off-site location. Additionally, a
request to hire a full-time PE instructor (even on a year to year contract) should be explored. This exploration could begin
in March, with a look to hire an instructor for the Fall 2011 semester (budget permitting).
Identify resources necessary for implementation of recommended development strategies:
(1) Funding for a PE full-time instructor contract hire.
(2) Either additional hours to be paid to coordinator (above her usual fee), or an additional assignment to enable the
undertaking of the facilities needs/usage study (dance classes could also benefit from this study)
Describe impact of recommended development strategies on School planning:
As the PE program is not a degree program or a requirement in other degree programs, any changes will not impact other
areas in SOBE/WDCE. The need to hire a new full-time faculty member will also not impact the overall School planning
as PEX stands alone.
Describe impact of recommended development strategies on program/unit faculty:
The discipline has no full-time faculty only part-time instructors and a part-time coordinator.
Dean of SOBE/Summer School/WDCE:
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Signature
Date
Marie Murgolo-Poore, Ph.D.
2/7/2011
Dean’s Recommendation
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PROGRAM/UNIT REVIEW COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
PROGRAM/UNIT REVIEWED: Physical Education
Self Study Committee Chair(s):
Andrea Simone-Call
School: Business and Entrepreneurship
Year of Review: 2010-2011
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PROGRAM/UNIT REVIEWED: Physical Education
Self Study Committee Chair: Andrea Simone-Call
School: Business and Entrepreneurship
Year of Review: 2010-2011
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