Course Syllabi


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Course Description
Basketball/GE*
PER-135

Designed for individuals interested in acquiring the knowledge and techniques required for participation in basketball.

Fundamentals of Basketball
PER-136

Designed for individuals interested in acquiring the knowledge and technique required for participation in basketball on a collegiate or recreation team.

Volleyball/GE*
PER-137

Designed for individuals interested in acquiring the knowledge and techniques required for participation in volleyball.

Soccer/GE*
PER-138

Emphasizes the major components of soccer, through theory and practical game-related activities while promoting interest in participating in soccer as a recreational activity.

Golf 1/GE*
PER-143

Introduction to golf for the beginner. Includes grip, stance, swing, putting, and rules.

Golf 2/GE*
PER-144

Refining the developed skills introduced in the beginning class. Includes grip, stance, swing, driving, chipping, rules, and etiquette.

Judo 1/GE*
PER-145

Introduction to the basic skills of Judo for use in sport, self-defense and physical conditioning. A selection of Judo

Judo 2/GE*
PER-146

Introduction to the advanced skills of Judo for use in sport, self-defense and physical conditioning. A selection of advanced Judo techniques, plus Japanese vocabulary will be introduced.

Karate 1/GE*
PER-147

Focus is on basic skills associated with the discipline of Karate. Emphasis is on physical conditioning, mental discipline, and self-awareness.

Karate 2/GE*
PER-148

Continuation of PER 147 Karate 1. Includes intermediate level katas (combination of movements).

Hapkido
PER-150

Introduction to various strategies and self-defense techniques applied in Hapkido system.

Self-Defense/GE*
PER-155

Introduction to various strategies and self-defense skills used for physical conditioning and personal defense. This class is offered for credit/no credit.

Swimming/GE*
PER-160

Designed for individuals of all skill levels interested in acquiring the knowledge and techniques required for participation in recreational swimming.

Swimming: Beginning/GE*
PER-161

Instruction in the skills of swimming for the novice. Includes orientation to the aquatic environment, rhythmic

Scuba/GE*
PER-164

The PADI (Professional Association of Diving Instructors) Open Water Diver course builds on measurable competencies leading to the PADI Open Water Diver Scuba Certification.

Lifeguard Certification/GE*
PER-165

Prepares American Red Cross Lifeguard candidates with the skills and knowledge needed to prevent and respond to aquatic emergencies. This class is offered for credit/no credit.

Technical and Multi-Terrain Rescue/GE*
PER-166

Introduction to basic aspects and techniques of technical and multi-terrain rescue. CR/NC

Beginning Resistance Training/GE*
PER-170

Instruction and practice for the novice in the skills and understanding of resistance training.

Leisure Delivery Systems
PER-210

Study of leisure services in public, commercial and independent sectors, with emphasis placed on the urban setting.

Strength and Conditioning
PER-213

Instruction and application of various (sport specific) methods used to increase strength and improve the physical condition of the college athlete in their second year of training.