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Course Descriptions: PHYSICAL EDUCATION

ADAPTIVE

Adaptive Physical Education courses are offered primarily for students with physical limitations. Physician’s verification of limiting condition on file is recommended.

ADAP 310 ADAPTIVE P. E. FITNESS PROFILE

Units (Grade Option) 0.5-1; Class Hours: Minimum of 24-48 lab hours/semester; Basic Skills Level: Open Curriculum; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: Students’ physical fitness levels are assessed to demonstrate measurable progress as a result of participating in an Adaptive P.E. class. Students set realistic, individual goals for improvement of their fitness and mobility. May be repeated for credit up to 3 times. Transfer: CSU: E2, UC*.

ADAP 320 ADAPTIVE FUNCTIONAL FITNESS

Units (Grade Option) 0.5-1; Class Hours: Minimum of 24-48 by arrangement lab hours/semester; Basic Skills Level: Open Curriculum; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: Exercises to improve the activities of daily living for physically limited individuals with emphasis on proper body mechanics, posture, and movement patterns leading to greater safety and independence. May be repeated for credit up to 3 times. Transfer: CSU, UC*.

ADAP 350 ADAPTIVE GENERAL CONDITIONING

Units (Grade Option) 0.5-1; Class Hours: Minimum of 24-48 lab hours/semester; Basic Skills Level: Open Curriculum; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: This course provides a total fitness program for the adaptive physical education student, emphasizing cardiovascular endurance, flexibility, muscular strength, balance, coordination, posture, and body mechanics. May be repeated for credit up to 3 times. Transfer: CSU: E2, UC*.

ADAP 351 ADAPTIVE STRENGTH TRAINING

Units (Grade Option) 0.5-1; Class Hours: Minimum of 24-48 lab hours/semester; Basic Skills Level: Open Curriculum; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: In this course students use a variety of equipment and resistive techniques to increase overall strength, endurance, and flexibility. May be repeated for credit up to 3 times. Transfer: CSU: E2, UC*.

ADAP 361 BALANCE AND COORDINATION ACTIVITIES

Units (Grade Option) 0.5-1; Class Hours: Minimum of 24-48 lab hours/semester; Basic Skills Level: Open Curriculum; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: A variety of techniques are taught to develop better balance and coordination for more efficient movement throughout daily living activities. Transfer: CSU: E2, UC*.

ADAP 362 ADAPTIVE LIFELONG WELLNESS

Units (Grade Option) 0.5-1.5; Class Hours: Minimum of 24-72 lab hours/semester; Basic Skills Level: Open Curriculum; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: Comprehensive development of a lifetime fitness and wellness plan, emphasizing preparation for home-based and alternative community-sponsored activity programs. May be repeated for credit up to 3 times for a maximum of 6 units. Transfer: CSU, UC*.

COMBATIVES

COMB 401 SELF DEFENSE

Units (Grade Option) 0.5-1; Class Hours: Minimum of 24-48 lab hours/semester; Basic Skills Level: Open Curriculum; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: This course is designed for students to gain knowledge about basic self-defense. Areas covered are mental preparation, avoidance of areas conducive to violent action; front and rear grasp releases, and ground tactics are stressed. Both violent and non-violent techniques are covered. Activities deal with all releases, striking, hitting and kicking situations. Emphasis is placed on physical and mental preparedness in dealing with confrontations. May be repeated for credit up to 3 times. Transfer: CSU: E2, UC*.

COMB 410 BEGINNING KARATE

Units (Grade Option) 0.5-1; Class Hours: Minimum of 24-48 lab hours/semester; Basic Skills Level: Open Curriculum; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: This course is designed for students to gain the knowledge and skills found in the sport, philosophy and fighting skills of TAE KWON DO. Basic kicking, blocking and punching techniques and their applications in self-defense, the Olympic sport, and rank promotion aspects are covered. May be repeated for credit up to 3 times. Transfer: CSU: E2, UC*.

DANCE

DANC 125 BEGINNING SALSA

Units (Grade Option) 1; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lab hours/semester; Basic Skills Level: Open Curriculum; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: Beginning techniques of partner salsa dancing for men and women. Proper body placement, lead and follow techniques, and stylization applied to dance patterns. Shine steps are covered. Strong emphasis on dance etiquette and understanding of the rhythms of the music. May be repeated for credit up to 3 times. Transfer: CSU: E2, UC.

DANC 126 INTERMEDIATE SALSA

Units (Grade Option) 1; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lab hours/semester; Basic Skills Level: Open Curriculum; Prerequisite(s): DANC 125, or demonstrated skill. Description: Continuation of DANC 125. A thorough review of Beginning Salsa is provided. Then more complex turns and patterns are demonstrated and practiced. There is greater emphasis on the development of dance stylization and timing and emphasis on proper partner dance etiquette and safety. May be repeated for credit up to 3 times. Transfer: CSU: E2, UC.

DANC 127 ADVANCED SALSA

Units (Grade Option) 0.5; Class Hours: Minimum of 24 lab hours/semester; Basic Skills Level: Open Curriculum; Prerequisite(s): DANC 126, or demonstrated skill. Description: This course is designed for the more advanced student who has already demonstrated advanced ability in lead/follow technique, dance pattern complexity and proper timing. Longer and more difficult dance combinations are covered without introduction or emphasis of the basics. May be repeated for credit up to 3 times. Transfer: CSU: E2, UC.

DANC 140 BALLET

Units (Grade Option) 1; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lab hours/semester; Basic Skills Level: Open Curriculum; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: Beginning techniques of classical ballet are studied and executed. Movement skills, body alignment and placement, rhythmic structures, qualities of movement, and the classical terminology are presented. May be repeated for credit up to 3 times. Transfer: CSU: E2, UC.

DANC 205 BEGINNING JAZZ

Units (Grade Option) 0.5-1; Class Hours: Minimum of 24-48 lab hours/semester; Basic Skills Level: Open Curriculum; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: Elementary jazz techniques, foot and leg development, basic turns, isolation of body parts and understanding of the rhythms of jazz music are covered in this course. Short combinations are learned using basic jazz techniques. Emphasis on locomotive movements. May be repeated for credit up to 3 times. Transfer: CSU: E2, UC.

DANC 210 BEGINNING/INTERMEDIATE JAZZ

Units (Grade Option) 0.5-1; Class Hours: Minimum of 24-48 lab hours/semester; Basic Skills Level: Open Curriculum; Prerequisite(s): DANC 205 or equivalent. Description: Continuation DANC 205. Emphasis is placed on single and double turns, longer combinations, and more complex techniques. There is opportunity to perform in groups in classroom demonstrations. May be repeated for credit up to 3 times. Transfer: CSU: E2, UC.

DANC 215 INTERMEDIATE JAZZ

Units (Grade Option) 0.5-1; Class Hours: Minimum of 24-48 lab hours/semester; Basic Skills Level: Open Curriculum; Prerequisite(s): DANC 210 or equivalent. Description: This course is designed for the more advanced dance student. Techniques and skills include more difficult and longer combinations and sequences. Opportunities to perform and creative endeavors are encouraged. May be repeated for credit up to 3 times. Transfer: CSU: E2, UC.

DANC 220 CONDITIONING FOR DANCE TECHNIQUE

Units (Grade Option) 1; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lab hours/semester; Basic Skills Level: Open Curriculum; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: This course is designed for the athlete, student of dance/drama, and others to help increase overall performance. Exercises to increase strength, endurance, flexibility, muscle tone and poise are used. Concepts of nutrition, prevention and care of injury, yoga, ballet, and body alignment are covered in detail. The history of dance and comparison of various dance styles is discussed. May be repeated for credit up to 3 times. Transfer: CSU: E2, UC*.

DANC 230 BODY MOVEMENT

Units (Grade Option) 0.5; Class Hours: Minimum of 24 lab hours/semester; Basic Skills Level: Open Curriculum; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: This course is designed for the student with none or very limited dance experience. Development of basic movement skills, use of props, understanding elements of music are included. This course is recommended for singers and actors. May be repeated for credit up to 3 times. Transfer: CSU: E2, UC.

DANC 350 DANCE AEROBICS

Units (Grade Option) 0.5-1; Class Hours: Minimum of 24-48 lab hours/semester; Basic Skills Level: Open Curriculum; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: Warm up, toning exercises, vigorous dance sequences, cool down and stretching are presented to upbeat pop music. Safely working at one’s own pace is emphasized. May be repeated for credit up to 3 times. Transfer: CSU: E2, UC*.

DANC 400 DANCE PRODUCTION

Units (Grade Option) 1; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lab hours/semester; Basic Skills Level: Open Curriculum; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: Includes techniques and composition of actual dance performance productions. Choreography, music, make-up, costumes, lighting and staging are included. Course culminates in dance production. May be repeated for credit up to 3 times. Transfer: CSU: E2, UC.

FITNESS

FITN 117 FITNESS ASSESSMENT AND CONDITIONING

Units (Grade Option)0.5-1; Class Hours: Minimum of 16-32 lab/8-16 by arrangement lab hours/semester; Basic Skills Level: Open Curriculum; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: Increase quality of life by adopting and maintaining daily physical activity. Apply motivational and behavior modification techniques that aid in the adherence to a lifetime fitness and wellness program. Students assess health-related components of fitness, then set personal fitness/wellness goals and monitor progression. Special emphasis is paid to the design and execution of a personalized exercise prescription. Successful completion enables students and athletes to work independently in a fitness environment. May be repeated for credit up to 3 times. Transfer: CSU: E2, UC*.

FITN 118 BEGINNING FITNESS CENTER

Units (Credit/No Credit)0.5-2; Class Hours: Minimum of 16-64 lab/8-32 by arrangement lab hours/semester; Basic Skills Level: Open Curriculum; Prerequisite(s): FITN 117. Description: A self paced strength training program for the beginning student through the use of free weights, functional training apparatus, selected machines and aerobic conditioning equipment for lifelong health and wellness. Empowers students and athletes to optimize their fitness capabilities, achieving excellence through the promotion of a healthy lifestyle, providing opportunities to improve personal wellness and applying fundamentally sound principles. Includes orientation, goal setting and assessment. Transfer: CSU: E2, UC*.

FITN 119 INTERMEDIATE FITNESS CENTER

Units (Credit/No Credit)0.5-2; Class Hours: Minimum of 16-64 lab/8-32 by arrangement lab hours/semester; Basic Skills Level: Open Curriculum; Prerequisite(s): FITN 118 or 121. Description: Continuation of FITN 118. A self paced strength training program for the intermediate level student that incorporates free weights, functional training apparatus, selected machines and aerobic conditioning equipment for lifelong health and wellness. Empowers students and athletes to optimize their fitness capabilities, achieving excellence through the promotion of a healthy lifestyle, providing opportunities to improve personal wellness and applying fundamentally sound principles. Examines goal setting, fitness assessment and fitness program design. May be repeated for credit up to 2 times. Transfer: CSU: E2, UC*.

FITN 122 LIFELONG FITNESS

Units (Grade Option) 2; Class Hours: Minimum of 96 lab hours/semester; Basic Skills Level: Open Curriculum; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: A comprehensive group activity course designed for all ages to improve cardiorespiratory function, upper and lower body muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility and body composition with additional emphasis on posture, coordination, agility and balance without use of special equipment. May be repeated for credit up to 3 times. Transfer: CSU: E2, UC*.

FITN 123 CARDIO PUMP FITNESS

Units (Grade Option) 1; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lab hours/semester; Basic Skills Level: Open Curriculum; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: A total fitness class for men and women that is designed to improve cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength, flexibility, balance and coordination, posture and body mechanics. The use of free weights and exertubes is incorporated in class. May be repeated for credit up to 3 times. Transfer: CSU: E2, UC*.

FITN 124 PILATES TRAINING

Units (Grade Option) 0.5-1; Class Hours: Minimum of 24-48 lab hours/semester; Basic Skills Level: Open Curriculum; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: Students learn to perform controlled, focused exercises based on the work of Joseph Pilates designed to increase strength and awareness of the body’s core muscles. This course includes discussion of optimal musculoskeletal functioning for postural stability that enhance performance in everyday work and play, athletics and dance. Exercise mat required. May be repeated for credit up to 3 times. Transfer: CSU: E2, UC*.

FITN 128 GET ON THE BALL EXERCISING

Units (Grade Option) 1-2; Class Hours: Minimum of 48-96 lab hours/semester; Basic Skills Level: Open Curriculum; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: Exercising on a stability ball to achieve functional movement, abdominal and lower-back strength, while increasing whole-body strength, flexibility, stabilization, balance, and coordination. This foundation course is suitable for all age groups and prepares body for all levels of activity – athletic to everyday movement. May be repeated for credit up to 3 times. Transfer: CSU: E2, UC*.

FITN 140 EXERCISE APPRECIATION I

Units (Grade Option) 0.5-1; Class Hours: Minimum of 24-48 lab hours/semester; Basic Skills Level: Open Curriculum; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: This is a basic conditioning course. Progressive exercise plans are offered that involve strength, endurance, flexibility, coordination, balance and agility. Tests and evaluation are affiliated with the Cañada Fitness Institute. May be repeated for credit up to 3 times. Transfer: CSU: E2, UC*.

FITN 151 BEGINNING STEP AEROBICS

Units (Grade Option) 1; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lab hours/semester; Basic Skills Level: Open Curriculum; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: The seventeen basic step techniques are developed in this beginning step aerobic course with emphasis on strength, endurance and flexibility. Routines include the use of step benches which aid improvement of overall fitness levels. The class activity includes warm-up, vigorous activity and cool-down. Small weights are used to develop upper body and abdominal strength. May be repeated for credit up to 3 times. Transfer: CSU: E2, UC*.

FITN 153 SOCCER CONDITIONING

Units (Grade Option) 1; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lab hours/semester; Basic Skills Level: Open Curriculum; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: A comprehensive group activity course designed to improve the total fitness level of the competitive intercollegiate community college soccer athlete. Course emphasizes cardiovascular fitness, strength, speed, balance and agility with and without the ball. Assessments of the students’ fitness levels are made through a series of fitness tests. May be repeated for credit up to 3 times. Transfer: CSU: E2, UC*.

FITN 154 VOLLEYBALL CONDITIONING

Units (Grade Option) 1; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lab hours/semester; Basic Skills Level: Open Curriculum; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: A comprehensive group activity course designed to improve the total fitness level of the competitive intercollegiate community college volleyball athlete. Course emphasizes cardiovascular fitness, strength, speed, balance and agility with and without the ball. Assessments of the students’ fitness levels are made through a series of fitness tests. May be repeated for credit up to 3 times. Transfer: CSU: E2, UC*.

FITN 210 VARSITY WEIGHT CONDITIONING

Units (Grade Option) 1; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lab hours/semester; Basic Skills Level: Open Curriculum; Prerequisite(s): Concurrent enrollment in a team sport or demonstrated skill in athletic competition. Description: Designed for students in varsity or team sport to improve strength, balance, flexibility, and bulk through the use of free weights and weight machines. May be repeated for credit up to 3 times. Transfer: CSU: E2, UC*.

FITN 240 VOCABULARY OF EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY

Units 1; Class Hours: Minimum of 16 lecture hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: Learn the terminology used by fitness professionals to accurately describe movement, location and positions of the body. The basic vocabulary required for analyzing fitness and exercise literature is covered, including the anatomical planes of motion, axes of rotation, joint action, anatomical locations, and positions. This vocabulary will form a basis for communicating and learning about exercise. Transfer: CSU.

FITN 245 PRINCIPLES AND TECHNIQUES OF RESISTANCE TRAINING

Units 2; Class Hours: Minimum of 32 lecture hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: Learn basic resistive training principles, acute program variables and proper spotting techniques. Body mechanics of various exercises stressing proper form on machines, free weights, tubes and balls. Students assess how to position clients for the exercise to get the proper anatomical positioning throughout the exercise. Transfer: CSU.

FITN 250 PERSONAL TRAINER PREPARATION: ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY

Units 3; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lecture hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: Comprehensive coverage of functional anatomy, exercise physiology, nutrition and weight management, and cardiovascular pathology and related risk factors. Successful completion of this course assists the student to prepare for a variety of national certification exams for Exercise Leader including the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and the American Council on Exercise (ACE). Transfer: CSU.

FITN 251 PERSONAL TRAINER: HEALTH APPRAISAL AND EXERCISE PRESCRIPTION

Units 3; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lecture hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, ENGL 836 or ESL 400, and MATH 110 or 111; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: Comprehensive coverage of health appraisal screening, health assessment techniques, fitness testing assessment, metabolic calculations, exercise programming and techniques to change health behaviors. Successful completion of this course assists the student in preparing for a variety of national certification exams for exercise leader including American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and American Council on Exercise (ACE). Transfer: CSU.

FITN 306 FITNESS WALKING

Units (Grade Option) 1; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lab hours/semester; Basic Skills Level: Open Curriculum; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: This comprehensive course includes an historical perspective, with emphasis on the physical and mental benefits of walking, its effect on longevity, injury prevention, the cardiovascular system and disease rehabilitation. Additionally, such topics as hiking and backpacking, safety gear and weather are covered. Techniques of striding, race walking and nutrition, as it relates to overall fitness, are introduced. Areas conducive to safe walking, both in the community and in local parks, are used as well as the campus. May be repeated for credit up to 3 times. Transfer: CSU: E2, UC*.

FITN 320 AEROBIC FITNESS

Units (Grade Option) 0.5-1; Class Hours: Minimum of 24-48 lab hours/semester; Basic Skills Level: Open Curriculum; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: Through a slow build up utilizing calisthenics, stretching, and jogging, the student progresses towards a higher level of aerobic fitness. The core activity is jogging and, weather permitting, class is conducted outdoors. The assumption is made that this is a first time experience for the student and all activity starts at the beginners’ level. May be repeated for credit up to 3 times. Transfer: CSU: E2, UC*.

FITN 332 FLEXIBILITY AND STRETCHING

Units (Grade Option) 1; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lab hours/semester; Basic Skills Level: Open Curriculum; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: The focus of this course is to help condition and tone the body through low impact fitness techniques and total body stretching, proper breathing techniques, and exercises for flexibility. May be repeated for credit up to 3 times. Transfer: CSU: E2, UC*.

FITN 334 YOGA

Units (Grade Option) 0.5-1; Class Hours: Minimum of 24-48 lab hours/semester; Basic Skills Level: Open Curriculum; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: Introduction to basic yoga, breathing exercises, and meditation. Specific poses, “asanas”, movement modalities and yogi styles are practiced. Develop strength, relaxation and a sense of well being. Techniques of breathing are incorporated into each pose. Each class session ends with a variety of meditation techniques. May be repeated for credit up to 3 times. Transfer: CSU: E2, UC*.

FITN 340 AEROBIC CYCLING

Units (Grade Option) 1; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lab hours/semester; Basic Skills Level: Open Curriculum; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: This aerobic cycling course is to acquaint students with use of stationary ergometers to help increase cardiovascular fitness levels and assist in lowering body fat, while increasing lean body mass. May be repeated for credit once. Transfer: CSU: E2, UC*.

INDIVIDUAL SPORTS

INDV 120 BADMINTON

Units (Grade Option) 1; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lab hours/semester; Basic Skills Level: Open Curriculum; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: Instruction in the basic fundamentals of the game of badminton including techniques of singles and doubles play, rules of the game, and basic strategy. May be repeated for credit up to 3 times. Transfer: CSU: E2, UC*.

INDV 161 BEGINNING GOLF

Units (Grade Option) 0.5-1; Class Hours: Minimum of 24-48 lab hours/semester; Basic Skills Level: Open Curriculum; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: Instruction in the techniques, rules, etiquette and philosophy of the game for the beginning golfer. Stance, grip, position, swing and follow-through as associated with selected irons and woods is covered. Most sessions are held on campus, some activity may be scheduled for local courses and driving ranges. May not be repeated. Transfer: CSU: E2, UC*.

INDV 164 INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED GOLF

Units (Grade Option) 0.5-1; Class Hours: Minimum of 24-48 lab hours/semester; Basic Skills Level: Open Curriculum; Prerequisite(s): Demonstrated ability. Description: Extension of the fundamentals learned in Beginning Golf. Considerable emphasis is placed on the competitive aspects of golf; tournament play is a major part of the course. Sessions are conducted at Cañada College and Emerald Hills golf course. May be repeated for credit up to 2 times. Transfer: CSU: E2, UC*.

INDV 166 EXPERT GOLF TRAINING

Units (Grade Option) 1-2; Class Hours: Minimum of 48-96 lab hours/semester; Basic Skills Level: Open Curriculum; Prerequisite(s): Demonstrated skill. Description: This course is offered for the advanced golfer wishing to prepare for competition either as a member of the Cañada College Varsity Golf Team or other competition. Major emphasis is on actual competition playing on local golf courses. A minimum passing score on a written test of golf rules and etiquette is required before playing on a course. A minimum skill level must be demonstrated to remain in the course. Included are both on and off course drills for skills and strategy. May be repeated for credit up to 3 times. Transfer: CSU: E2, UC*.

INDV 251 BEGINNING TENNIS

Units (Grade Option) 0.5-1; Class Hours: Minimum of 24-48 lab hours/semester; Basic Skills Level: Open Curriculum; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: The fundamentals of tennis are covered in this course, including forehand and backhand ground strokes, serve and volley, rules, scoring system, tennis etiquette and basic tactics of singles and doubles play. Some competition is included at the end of the course. The improvement of the individual player is emphasized. May not be repeated. Transfer: CSU: E2, UC*.

INDV 252 BEGINNING/INTERMEDIATE TENNIS

Units (Grade Option) 0.5-1; Class Hours: Minimum of 24-48 lab hours/semester; Basic Skills Level: Open Curriculum; Prerequisite(s): INDV 251 or equivalent. Description: Designed for students who have completed a semester of beginning tennis or the equivalent. Emphasis is on continued improvement in forehand and backhand ground strokes, serve, volley, lob and smash, and basic tactics of singles and doubles. Drills and match play occur throughout the semester. May not be repeated. Transfer: CSU: E2, UC*.

INDV 254 INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED TENNIS

Units (Grade Option) 0.5-1; Class Hours: Minimum of 24-48 lab hours/semester; Basic Skills Level: Open Curriculum; Prerequisite(s): INDV 252 or equivalent. Description: Designed for the student with prior tennis experience. All strokes and shots are presented, including forehand and backhand ground strokes, serve, volley, lob and overhead. Advanced instruction in singles and doubles play is included. Individual improvement is a major emphasis. May be repeated for credit one time. Transfer: CSU: E2, UC*.

INDV 256 EXPERT TENNIS TRAINING

Units (Grade Option) 2; Class Hours: Minimum of 96 lab hours/semester; Basic Skills Level: Open Curriculum; Prerequisite(s): Demonstrated skill. Description: Designed for men and women of expert tennis ability who wish to develop their tennis skills. Students are instructed in the fundamentals as needed and put through many drills designed to improve their tennis skills. Conditioning and strategy is a major part of this course. May be repeated for credit up to 3 times. Transfer: CSU: E2, UC*.

THEORY

P.E. 115 INTRODUCTION TO ADAPTIVE PHYSICAL EDUCATION

Units (Grade Option) 2; Class Hours: Minimum of 32 lecture hours/semester; Basic Skills Level: Open Curriculum; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: This course is designed to provide a working knowledge of numerous disabilities and current adaptive physical education techniques for students interested in pursuing a career in adaptive physical education, physical therapy, special education, or any other health-related field. Transfer: CSU: E2.

P.E. 116 ASSISTING IN ADAPTIVE PHYSICAL EDUCATION

Units (Grade Option) 0.5-3; Class Hours: Minimum of 24-144 lab hours/semester; Basic Skills Level: Open Curriculum; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: In this course students gain practical experience in the techniques of working with disabled persons through assisting in any of the adaptive physical education classes. May be repeated for credit up to 3 units. Transfer: CSU: E2.

P.E. 118 INTRODUCTION TO FUNCTIONAL FITNESS MEASURES

Units (Grade Option) 0.5-3; Class Hours: Minimum of 24-144 by arrangement lab hours/semester; Basic Skills Level: Open Curriculum; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: Introduction to the current testing measures used in the field of adaptive physical education and rehabilitation. This course material is relevant for individuals pursuing a career in physical therapy or a related field, as well as for persons working in any capacity with adults with special needs. Students learn and have an opportunity to practice a variety of testing protocols, as well as to evaluate the outcomes of a functional fitness program. Open entry/Open Exit. May be repeated for credit up to 3 times for a maximum of 3 units. Transfer: CSU.

P.E. 305 THEORY OF BASKETBALL

Units (Grade Option) 3; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lecture hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: This course presents the techniques, strategies, history, and philosophy of the game of basketball. High school, college, and professional guest speakers participate in the course. Transfer: CSU, UC*.

P.E. 306 THEORY OF COACHING SOCCER

Units (Grade Option) 3; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lecture hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): TEAM 141 or equivalent. Description: This course is designed for the student who wishes to coach soccer at the youth, adult or collegiate level. Rules of the game, coaching theories for youth and adults, and coaching tactics for basic and advanced situations are discussed. Transfer: CSU, UC*.

P.E. 308 PREVENTION AND CARE OF ATHLETIC INJURIES

Units 2; Class Hours: Minimum of 24 lecture/24 lab hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): BIOL 250 or FITN 250. Description: Introduction to the basic principles of prevention, assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic related injuries. Includes basic anatomical and physiological aspects, evaluation and assessment, as well as considerations and overview of injuries with treatment protocols. Transfer: CSU, UC.
TEAM SPORTS

TEAM 105 ADVANCED BASEBALL

Units (Grade Option) 2; Class Hours: Minimum of 96 lab hours/semester; Basic Skills Level: Open Curriculum; Prerequisite(s): Demonstrated competency. Description: This course is designed for the advanced baseball player with superior skills of play. Fundamentals of baseball related to the advanced player are offered. Evaluation devices are geared to advanced skill in performance. May be repeated for credit once. Transfer: CSU: E2, UC*.

TEAM 111 BEGINNING BASKETBALL

Units (Grade Option) 0.5-1; Class Hours: Minimum of 24-48 lab hours/semester; Basic Skills Level: Open Curriculum; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: This course provides the fundamental skills of basketball such as dribbling, passing, and shooting. Elementary team offense and defense situations are offered dealing primarily with two and three men situations. Playing rules of the game are stressed through written and practical examinations. Skill testing is emphasized. A round robin schedule is provided. May not be repeated. Transfer: CSU: E2, UC*.

TEAM 115 ADVANCED BASKETBALL

Units (Grade Option) 1-1.5; Class Hours: Minimum of 48-72 lab hours/semester; Basic Skills Level: Open Curriculum; Prerequisite(s): TEAM 111 or demonstrated skill. Description: Advanced aspects of team offense and defense. Emphasis is placed on team play through the medium of round robin schedules and tournaments. Evaluation is conducted through written and practical examinations on rules and skills taught. May be repeated for credit up to 2 times. Transfer: CSU: E2, UC*.

TEAM 141 BEGINNING SOCCER

Units (Grade Option) 0.5-1; Class Hours: Minimum of 24-48 lab hours/semester; Basic Skills Level: Open Curriculum; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: This course covers instruction in basic fundamentals essential for team play. Skills such as dribbling, trapping, passing, heading, shooting, and throw-ins are combined with conditioning drills preparing one for competition. The rules of the game are taught for a thorough understanding of team play. Tests of basic skills and game laws are conducted. May not be repeated. Transfer: CSU: E2, UC*.

TEAM 143 ADVANCED SOCCER

Units (Grade Option) 1-1.5; Class Hours: Minimum of 48-72 lab hours/semester; Basic Skills Level: Open Curriculum; Prerequisite(s): Demonstrated skill. Description: Competitive team play is stressed with advanced strategies employed. Tactics are emphasized that require advanced skills and conditioning. Tests are conducted to measure the degree of proficiency. May be repeated for credit up to 2 times. Transfer: CSU: E2, UC*.

TEAM 148 INDOOR SOCCER

Units (Grade Option) 1; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lab hours/semester; Basic Skills Level: Open Curriculum; Prerequisite(s): TEAM 141 or demonstrated skill. Description: This course focuses on indoor soccer at an intermediate level of play. It includes individual and group drills, skills development, rules of the game, and team play through round robin competition. May be repeated for credit up to 3 times. Transfer: CSU: E2, UC*.

TEAM 151 BEGINNING SOFTBALL

Units (Grade Option) 0.5-1; Class Hours: Minimum of 24-48 lab hours/semester; Basic Skills Level: Open Curriculum; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: This is a course which offers instruction in the basic fundamentals of softball play. Students participate in both round robin and tournament schedules. Beginning skills are taught and play situations expanded. Slow pitch receives the major emphasis, but fast pitch may be offered. May be repeated for credit up to 3 times. Transfer: CSU: E2, UC*.

TEAM 171 BEGINNING VOLLEYBALL

Units (Grade Option) 0.5-1; Class Hours: Minimum of 24-48 lab hours/semester; Basic Skills Level: Open Curriculum; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: Instruction and practice of the fundamentals of the game including serving, passing, setting, spiking, and the basic defensive and offensive strategies. Emphasis is placed on the rules and etiquette of the game. Round robin play is included. May not be repeated for credit. Transfer: CSU: E2, UC*.

TEAM 174 INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED VOLLEYBALL

Units (Grade Option) 0.5-1; Class Hours: Minimum of 24-48 lab hours/semester; Basic Skills Level: Open Curriculum; Prerequisite(s): TEAM 171 or demonstrated skill. Description: Continuation of TEAM 171. Emphasis is placed on refinement of basic fundamentals of the game, team set ups, play, and knowledge of the rules. Round robin team play is involved. May be repeated for credit up to 2 times. Transfer: CSU: E2, UC*.

TEAM 180 INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED COMPETITION VOLLEYBALL

Units (Grade Option) 0.5-2; Class Hours: Minimum of 24-96 lab hours/semester; Basic Skills Level: Open Curriculum; Prerequisite(s): TEAM 174 or equivalent skill level. Description: Designed for the intermediate to advanced volleyball student with an emphasis on team offensive/defensive strategies. Includes participation in organized round-robin competition preceded by a brief period of appropriate warm-up activities. Transfer: CSU: E2, UC*.

TEAM 181 ADVANCED COMPETITION VOLLEYBALL

Units (Grade Option) 0.5-2; Class Hours: Minimum of 24-96 lab hours/semester; Basic Skills Level: Open Curriculum; Prerequisite(s): TEAM 180 or equivalent skill level. Description: Designed for the advanced volleyball student with an emphasis on the 6-2 and 5-1 team offensive/defensive systems and strategies. Includes participation in organized round-robin competition preceded by a brief period of appropriate warm-up activities. May be repeated for credit up to two times for a maximum of 6 units. Transfer: CSU: E2, UC*.

TEAM 185 EXPERT VOLLEYBALL TRAINING

Units (Grade Option) 1-2; Class Hours: Minimum of 48-96 lab hours/semester; Basic Skills Level: Open Curriculum; Prerequisite(s): TEAM 180 or demonstrated skill level. Description: Designed for advanced and expert level volleyball players who wish to further develop technique, enhance their individual skills and team strategies. This course emphasizes individual and team training in order to prepare players for game play and/or competition. Course includes an introduction to, and use of, advanced offensive and defensive systems using international rules. May be repeated for credit up to 3 times. Transfer: CSU: E2, UC*.

INTERCOLLEGIATE SPORTS

VARS 104 VARSITY BASEBALL

Units 3; Class Hours: Minimum of 160 lab hours/semester; Basic Skills Level: Open Curriculum; Prerequisite(s): Demonstrated ability. Description: This course consists of intercollegiate competition in the Coast Conference and participation in regional tournaments, Northern California playoffs and the State C.C. Championships when qualified. May be repeated for credit up to 3 times. Transfer: CSU: E2, UC*.

VARS 114 VARSITY BASKETBALL

Units 1.5; Class Hours: Minimum of 80 lab hours/semester; Basic Skills Level: Open Curriculum; Prerequisite(s): Demonstrated ability. Description: This course consists of intercollegiate competition in the Coast Conference and participation in regional tournaments, Northern California playoffs and the State C.C. Championships when qualified. May be repeated for credit up to 3 times. Transfer: CSU: E2, UC*.

VARS 140 VARSITY GOLF

Units 3; Class Hours: Minimum of 160 lab hours/semester; Basic Skills Level: Open Curriculum; Prerequisite(s): Demonstrated ability. Description: This course consists of intercollegiate competition in the Coast Conference and participation in dual matches, invitationals and the conference championships. Team members also participate in the Northern California and State C.C. Championships when qualified. May be repeated for credit up to 3 times. Transfer: CSU: E2, UC*.

VARS 154 VARSITY SOCCER

Units 3; Class Hours: Minimum of 160 lab hours/semester; Basic Skills Level: Open Curriculum; Prerequisite(s): Demonstrated ability. Description: This course consists of intercollegiate competition in the Coast Conference and participation in regional tournaments, NorCal playoffs and the state conference championships when qualified. May be repeated for credit up to 3 times. Transfer: CSU: E2, UC*.

VARS 170 VARSITY TENNIS

Units 3; Class Hours: Minimum of 160 lab hours/semester; Basic Skills Level: Open Curriculum; Prerequisite(s): Demonstrated ability. Description: This course consists of intercollegiate competition in the Coast Conference and participation in dual matches, invitationals, league meets, Northern California and State C.C. Championships when qualified. May be repeated for credit up to 3 times. Transfer: CSU: E2, UC*.

VARS 340 VARSITY WOMEN’S VOLLEYBALL

Units 3; Class Hours: Minimum of 160 lab hours/semester; Basic Skills Level: Open Curriculum; Prerequisite(s): Demonstrated ability. Athlete must be enrolled in 12 units. Description: Intercollegiate competition in the Coast Conference and NorCal and State CC championships when qualified. May be repeated for credit up to 3 times. Transfer: CSU: E2, UC*.

Updated: 7/9/08

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