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Kinesiology and Athletics

Overview Degrees/Certificates Courses

The ARC Kinesiology and Athletics program offers a wide variety of courses that improve physical fitness, sport skills, and dance performance abilities. All activity classes are open to both men and women unless noted.

Students may enroll in more than one physical education class at the same time. They may not enroll in more than two sections of the activity during the same semester. DANCE, FITNS, PACT, and TMACT classes may be taken one time for credit. SPORT classes may be taken four times for credit. The prefixes “ADAPT, DANCE, FITNS, PACT, TMACT, and SPORT” refer to courses used to satisfy the one-unit physical education graduation requirement.

Courses which are designated with a KINES prefix are theory-oriented rather than activity-oriented and DO NOT satisfy the physical education activity requirement.

Degrees and Certificates Offered

A.A.-T. in Kinesiology
A.S. in Physical Education
A.S. in Sports Medicine
Fitness Specialist Certificate

Dean Steven Roberson
Department Chair Eric Black
Mark Giorgi
Phone (916) 484-8201
Email askhb-healthed@arc.losrios.edu

Associate Degrees for Transfer

A.A.-T. in Kinesiology

This Associate in Arts in Kinesiology for Transfer provides a path to students who wish to transfer to a CSU campus in Kinesiology and serves the diverse needs of students who wish to obtain a broad and an in-depth understanding of the field. Additionally, this degree allows students to learn the fundamental principles and practices of Kinesiology in order to create a solid foundation for their future personal and academic endeavors.

The Associate in Arts in Kinesiology for Transfer provides students with a major that fulfills the general requirements of the California State University for transfer. Students with this degree will receive priority admission with junior status to the California State University system.

The Associate in Arts in Kinesiology for Transfer (AA-T) may be obtained by the completion of 60 transferable, semester units with a minimum of a 2.0 GPA, including (a) the major or area of emphasis described in the Required Program outlined below (earning a C or better in these courses), and (b) either the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) or the California State University General Education‐Breadth Requirements.

Catalog Date: August 1, 2024

Degree Requirements

Course Code	Course Title	Units
BIOL 430	Anatomy and Physiology	5
BIOL 431	Anatomy and Physiology	5
KINES 300	Introduction to Kinesiology	3
A minimum of 8 units from the following:		8
BIOL 310	General Biology (4)
CHEM 305	Introduction to Chemistry (5)
or CHEM 309	Integrated General, Organic, and Biological Chemistry (5)
or CHEM 400	General Chemistry I (5)
PHYS 350	General Physics (4)
or PHYS 410	Mechanics of Solids and Fluids (5)
STAT 300	Introduction to Probability and Statistics (4)
A minimum of 3 units from the following:		3
Select three courses, each from a different category listed below.
Dance:
DANCE 340	Ballroom Dance (1)
DANCE 341	Ballroom Dance II (1)
DANCE 342	Ballroom Dance III: Club Dancing (1)
DANCE 343	Ballroom Dance IV: Latin (1)
DANCE 344	Ballroom Dance V: Swing (1)
DANCE 345	Ballroom Dance VI: Tango (1)
DANCE 348	Ballroom Challenge: Competition and Performance (1)
Fitness:
FITNS 303	Dance Aerobics (1)
FITNS 306	Aerobics: Cardio-Kickboxing (1)
FITNS 307	Aerobic Mix (1)
FITNS 308	Step Aerobics (1)
FITNS 321	Core Conditioning (1)
FITNS 325	Pilates (1)
FITNS 380	Circuit Weight Training (1)
FITNS 381	Weight Training (1)
FITNS 392	Yoga (1)
FITNS 400	Body Fitness (Walking or Jogging) (1)
Aquatics:
FITNS 310	Aquatic Fitness I (1)
FITNS 316	Lap Swimming (1)
FITNS 440	Swimming I (1)
FITNS 441	Swimming II (1)
FITNS 442	Swimming III (1)
FITNS 443	Swimming IV (1)
Combatives:
FITNS 412	Taekwondo I (1)
FITNS 414	Tai Chi (1)
Individual Sports:
PACT 300	Archery I (1)
PACT 310	Badminton I (1)
PACT 350	Golf I (1)
PACT 351	Golf II (1)
PACT 390	Tennis I (1)
Team Sports:
TMACT 300	Soccer, Indoor (1)
TMACT 302	Soccer - Outdoor (1)
TMACT 320	Basketball (1)
TMACT 330	Volleyball (1)
TMACT 331	Volleyball II (1)
TMACT 333	Volleyball III (1)
TMACT 352	Softball, Slow Pitch (1)
Total Units:		24

The Associate in Arts in Kinesiology for Transfer (AA-T) degree may be obtained by completion of 60 transferable, semester units with a minimum overall grade point average (GPA) of 2.0, including (a) a minimum grade of "C" (or "P") for each course in the major or area of emphasis described in the Required Program, and (b) either the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) or the California State University General Education-Breadth Requirements.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:

recount the historical evolution of physical education/kinesiology.
evaluate current theories, philosophies, and trends in the field of kinesiology.
identify key aspects of personal fitness as it relates to physical fitness programs.
construct a philosophy of kinesiology that includes goals for lifetime fitness.
discuss how sociological, historical, and philosophical factors influence the field of kinesiology.
outline the basic principles of current accepted nutritional standards for physically active individuals.
describe the basic structure of the human body and how its various systems respond to exercise.

Career Information

This degree is designed to prepare students for transfer to a four-year college or university in Kinesiology. Career opportunities include, but are not limited to, kinesiology instructor, exercise physiologist, athletic trainer, strength and conditioning coach, athletic coach, personal trainer, physical educator, and corporate fitness director.

Associate Degrees

A.S. in Physical Education

This degree provides an educational and practical foundation for students interested in multiple professions in the area of physical education. It also provides coursework required for transfer in physical education majors. Topics include introduction to physical education, care and prevention of athletic injuries, CPR, psychology, nutrition, dance, fitness, recreation, and sport. Students who work closely with their counselor can use this degree to prepare for majoring in kinesiology at a four-year college.

Catalog Date: August 1, 2024

Degree Requirements

Course Code	Course Title	Units
BIOL 300	The Foundations of Biology (3)	3 - 4
or BIOL 310	General Biology (4)
or PSYC 310	Biological Psychology (3)
HEED 310	Heartsaver First Aid, Adult and Pediatric CPR and AED (1)	1 - 1.5¹
or HEED 311	Pediatric First Aid, CPR AED (1.5)
KINES 300	Introduction to Kinesiology	3
KINES 330	Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries	3
NUTRI 300	Nutrition (3)	3
or NUTRI 302	Nutrition for Physical Performance (3)
PSYC 300	General Principles (3)	3
or PSYC 305	Psychology Applied to Modern Life (3)
or KINES 307	Mental Skills for Sport Performance (3)
A minimum of 3 units from the following:		3
HEED 300	Health Science (3)
OR three units from any of the following: DANCE, FITNS, PACT, SPORT, or TMACT.
Total Units:		19 - 20.5

¹If student has Community CPR certification through the American Red Cross, or Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association, the HEED 310 or HEED 311 requirement may be waived.

The Physical Education Associate in Science (A.S.) degree may be obtained by completion of the required program, plus general education requirements, plus sufficient electives to meet a 60-unit total. See ARC graduation requirements.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:

list various occupations in the field of physical education
identify basic bones, muscles, and ligaments of the human body
compare key aspects of personal fitness as it relates to physical fitness programs
construct a philosophy of physical education that includes goals for lifetime fitness
evaluate current theories, philosophies, and trends in physical education
recognize current job opportunities in the field of physical education
summarize the education requirements for employment as a professional physical educator
evaluate common athletically-related injuries in the field of physical education
outline the basic principles of current accepted nutritional standards for physically active individuals
discuss the role of physical and psychological health as it relates to physical education
recount the historical evolution of physical education
demonstrate skills needed to meet the minimal certification standards when performing first aid and CPR as required by a nationally recognized organization

Career Information

This degree is designed for those pursuing a career in coaching, health and fitness, personal training, and prepares students for transfer to four-year colleges and universities.

A.S. in Sports Medicine

This degree is designed to prepare students for transfer in the area of athletic training, exercise science, kinesiology, and other sports medicine related fields. Prevention, identification, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries are emphasized.

Catalog Date: August 1, 2024

Degree Requirements

Course Code	Course Title	Units
BIOL 430	Anatomy and Physiology	5
BIOL 431	Anatomy and Physiology	5
CHEM 305	Introduction to Chemistry (5)	5
or CHEM 400	General Chemistry I (5)
NUTRI 300	Nutrition	3
KINES 330	Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries	3
KINES 334	Practical Applications in Athletic Training/Sports Medicine	3
PSYC 300	General Principles	3
Total Units:		27

The Sports Medicine Associate in Science (A.S.) degree may be obtained by completion of the required program, plus general education requirements, plus sufficient electives to meet a 60-unit total. See ARC graduation requirements.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:

list the minimum requirements to become a certified athletic trainer
identify normal musculoskeletal anatomy
evaluate common athletic-related injuries
demonstrate proper wrapping and taping skills needed to protect commonly injured joints
develop a diet for an active individual that is based on current accepted nutritional values
create treatment protocols for common athletic-related injuries
develop basic rehabilitation protocols for common athletic-related injuries
manage the daily athletic training room set-up and break-down for fall and spring sports
discuss how injuries affect the psychological health of the injured athlete

Certificate of Achievement

Fitness Specialist Certificate

This program prepares students for employment in the health and fitness industry and equips them with the knowledge and hands-on experience necessary to begin a career in the dynamic field of fitness. Upon completion of this certificate, the students are prepared to take national certification exams such as the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM), American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), or the American Council of Exercise (ACE).

Catalog Date: August 1, 2024

Certificate Requirements

Course Code	Course Title	Units
KINES 400	Applied Physiology of Exercise	2
KINES 401	Applied Kinesiology	2
KINES 402	Nutrition for Fitness (2)	2
or NUTRI 307	Nutrition for Fitness (2)
KINES 403	Fitness and Exercise Assessment	2
KINES 404	Identification and Management of Fitness Injuries	2
KINES 405	Effects of Exercise on Special Populations	2
KINES 406	Techniques of Strength Training Instruction	2
KINES 407	Techniques of Group Fitness Instruction	2
A minimum of 2 units from the following:		2
BUS 210	The Business Plan (1)
BUS 212	Marketing for Small Businesses (1)
BUS 214	Financing a Small Business (1)
BUS 218	Management Skills for the Small Business (1)
BUS 220	Retailing and Merchandising for the Small Business (1)
BUS 224	Customer Service (1)
BUS 228	Selling Techniques for the Small Business (1)
A minimum of 1 unit from the following:		1
WEXP 498	Work Experience in (Subject) (0.5 - 4)
Total Units:		19

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:

design, implement, and analyze fitness programs for a diverse population.
critique and explore various health and fitness job opportunities.
demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to pass national certification exams such as NASM, ACSM, and ACE.

Career Information

The fitness certificate program is ideal for anyone desiring an entry-level position as a personal trainer, fitness center or health club employee, group exercise instructor, or strength and conditioning coach.

Adapted Physical Education (ADAPT) Courses

ADAPT 310 Adapted Lifetime Sports

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Enrollment Limitation:Students will need a statement from a health care professional verifying the disability, contraindications, and recommended activities.
Transferable:CSU; UC (Any or all PE activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course introduces students with physical disabilities to a variety of sports. Modifications and assistive devices are used to enable students to safely participate in a variety of sports, such as archery, badminton, volleyball, tennis, soccer, softball, basketball, and golf.

ADAPT 314 Wheelchair Sports and Games

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Enrollment Limitation:Students will need a statement from a health care professional verifying the disability, contraindications, and recommended activities.
Transferable:CSU; UC (Any or all PE activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course is designed for individuals with physical disabilities who use a wheelchair for mobility or who are ambulatory, but more successful in sports when using a wheelchair. Sports include, but are not limited to, basketball, quad rugby, volleyball, badminton, and tennis.

ADAPT 316 Adapted Personal Safety

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Enrollment Limitation:A statement from a health care professional verifying the disability, contraindications, and recommended activities.
Transferable:CSU; UC (Any or all PE activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course is designed for students who are unable to participate in a general personal safety course. It includes the skills, knowledge, and attitude which are important in avoiding or defending a physical attack. Topics include awareness and prevention of dangerous situations. Defensive strategies for protection while in the home, in the community, and on mass transit are also covered.

ADAPT 324 Heart Healthy

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Enrollment Limitation:A statement from a health care professional verifying the disability, contraindications, and recommended activities.
Transferable:CSU; UC
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course is designed for individuals with disabilities. Individualized and/or group activities are used to increase cardiovascular fitness. Exercise principles are discussed to encourage a continued healthy and active lifestyle.

ADAPT 330 Adapted Weight Training and Fitness

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Enrollment Limitation:A statement from a health care professional verifying the disability, contraindications, and recommended activities.
Transferable:CSU; UC (Any or all PE activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This is an individualized fitness course designed for individuals with disabilities. It includes individualized physical fitness programs including activities to develop muscular strength, flexibility, and cardiovascular endurance.

ADAPT 332 Adapted Aquatics

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Enrollment Limitation:A physician's statement verifying the disability, contraindications, and recommended activities
Transferable:CSU; UC (Any or all PE activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This is an individualized swimming, water safety, and fitness course designed for individuals with disabilities. It focuses on cardiovascular endurance, range of motion, mobility, muscular strength, and muscular endurance.

ADAPT 335 Adapted Yoga

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Enrollment Limitation:A statement from a health care professional verifying the disability, contraindications, and recommended activities.
Transferable:CSU; UC
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course is designed for students with disabilities. It emphasizes breathing, stretching, and relaxation techniques in group and individual yoga activities.

ADAPT 337 Adapted Walk and Wheel

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Enrollment Limitation:A statement from a health care professional verifying the disability, contraindications, and recommended activities.
Transferable:CSU; UC (Any or all PE activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course is designed for students who are unable to participate in a general physical education activity course. Individualized walking or wheeling programs are designed to enhance cardiorespiratory endurance. The course also includes specific exercises for muscular strength, muscular endurance, and flexibility. Small group games and activities are included to promote fitness and fun.

ADAPT 338 Adapted Aerobic Activity

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Enrollment Limitation:A physician's statement verifying the disability, contraindications and recommended activities.
Advisory:Eligible for ENGRD 310 or 312 AND ENGWR 300; OR ESLR 340 AND ESLW 340.
Transferable:CSU; UC (Any or all PE activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course is designed for students with a disability who are unable to participate in a general physical education activity course. It includes group activities as well as individualized activities. Indoor and outdoor workouts are used to enhance cardiovascular endurance and affect body composition. Activities may include walking and jogging, aerobic dance, cardio-kickboxing, step aerobics, chair aerobics, circuit training and cardio equipment workouts.

ADAPT 495 Independent Studies in Adapted Physical Education

Units:1 - 3
Hours:54 - 162 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a)
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

Independent Study is an opportunity for the student to extend classroom experience in this subject, while working independently of a formal classroom situation. Independent study is an extension of work offered in a specific class in the college catalog. To be eligible for independent study, students must have completed the basic regular catalog course at American River College. They must also discuss the study with a professor in this subject and secure approval. Only one independent study for each catalog course will be allowed.

ADAPT 499 Experimental Offering in Adapted Physical Education

Units:0.5 - 4
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This is the experimental courses description.

Fitness (FITNS) Courses

FITNS 100 Utility Workforce Wellness

Units:1
Hours:9 hours LEC; 27 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Corequisite:PREAP 122
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a)
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course covers health and physical fitness related to utility worker occupations. Exercise programs are designed to improve specific muscle groups impacted in the occupational setting.

FITNS 101 Green Technology Workforce Wellness

Units:1
Hours:9 hours LEC; 27 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Corequisite:PREAP 141
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a)
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course covers health and physical fitness related to green technology workforce occupations. Exercise programs are designed to improve specific muscle groups impacted in the occupational setting.

FITNS 102 Infrastructure Workforce Wellness

Units:1
Hours:9 hours LEC; 27 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Corequisite:PREAP 111
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a)
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course covers health and physical fitness related to general construction. Exercise programs are designed to improve specific muscle groups impacted in the occupational setting.

FITNS 302 Latin Aerobics

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Advisory:Eligible for ENGRD 310 or ENGRD 312 AND ENGWR 300; OR ESLR 340 AND ESLW 340.
Transferable:CSU; UC
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course combines a variety of rhythmic Latin-style dance movements into a form of cardiorespiratory training of low to moderate impact. It improves cardiorespiratory endurance, muscular strength and endurance, flexibility, and body composition.

FITNS 303 Dance Aerobics

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU; UC (Any or all PE Activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units.)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course promotes cardiovascular fitness and endurance through aerobic dance movement. It encourages core strength and flexibility with strength and muscular development exercises. It also covers the importance of basic nutrition, health, and safety.

FITNS 304 Cardio Circuit

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU; UC (UC credit limitation: Any or all PE activity courses: combined maximum credit 4 units.)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course is designed as a cardio circuit form of fitness training. It combines cardio and weight training equipment in a circuit format. Emphasis will be on timed intervals to train major muscle groups and the cardiovascular system. It will include flexibility and core strengthening.

FITNS 306 Aerobics: Cardio-Kickboxing

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU; UC (Any or all PE Activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units.)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course promotes cardiovascular fitness and endurance through kickboxing. It emphasizes proper alignment, execution, and timing of faster-paced movements from kickboxing, boxing, and aerobic dance.

FITNS 307 Aerobic Mix

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU; UC (Any or all PE Activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units.)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course includes a variety of aerobic activities that provide a new approach to each workout. It emphasizes rotating aerobic forms such as aerobic dance, step, cardio-kickboxing, and aerobic circuit to keep the workouts challenging and interesting. It covers basic heart rate calculations, nutrition, and workout facts.

FITNS 308 Step Aerobics

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU; UC (Any or all PE Activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units.)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course is designed to improve cardiovascular fitness and encourage better endurance, flexibility, and strength through the use of step aerobics. It includes rhythmic and choreographed step routines, basic stretch and toning exercises, and provides information related to overall health and fitness.

FITNS 310 Aquatic Fitness I

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Course Family:Aerobic Water Fitness
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU; UC (Any or all PE Activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units.)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course focuses on using the resistance of water for low- or non-weight-bearing exercise for improvement in cardiovascular fitness, muscular endurance, flexibility, and strength. It includes exercises in deep and shallow water and provides information related to overall health and fitness. No swimming skills are needed.

FITNS 314 Aquatic Fitness III- Deep Water Jogging

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Course Family:Aerobic Water Fitness
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU; UC (Any or all PE Activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units.)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course uses the resistance of water for non-weight-bearing exercises. Emphasis is on cardiovascular fitness, muscular endurance, strength, and flexibility. Progress is monitored through appropriate fitness testing. No swimming skills are needed. An optional flotation belt is provided.

FITNS 316 Lap Swimming

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU; UC (Any or all PE Activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units.)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course provides a fitness based approach to swimming that emphasizes aerobic and anaerobic fitness through lap swimming. It utilizes interval training, cardiovascular conditioning, swimming technique, and aerobic training principles.

FITNS 321 Core Conditioning

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU; UC (Any or all PE Activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units.)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course incorporates a variety of activities including exercises with the stability ball, Bosu ball, and Pilates mat, and yoga styles of core work to enhance abdominal, lower back, gluteal, and hip strength with toning benefits to the entire body.

FITNS 324 Mat Pilates

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU; UC (UC credit limitation: Any or all PE activity courses: combined maximum credit 4 units.)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course utilizes a systematic method of mindful and precise conditioning exercises designed to develop core strength, flexibility, and body awareness. Through the regular practice of theoretical and applied principles of the Mat Pilates method, students will see improved posture, control, balance, and concentration.

FITNS 325 Pilates

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU; UC ("(maximum of 4 units of PE activity courses accepted)")
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course focuses on precision alignment, flexibility, core strength, and building an awareness of the body. It involves a kinesthetic awareness that builds core strength and confidence in movement. Mat and wall stretches, exercises, and relaxations are used to encourage flexibility, balance, and coordination beginning with the deep postural muscles of the body.

FITNS 326 Mat Pilates II

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Prerequisite:FITNS 324 with a grade of "C" or better
Transferable:CSU; UC (UC credit limitation: Any or all PE activity courses: combined maximum credit 4 units.)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course will include the basic foundation of mat exercises with the addition of intermediate level exercises. Routines will include resistance methods of training with a focus on developing stronger core muscles and flexibility.

FITNS 331 Boot Camp I

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU; UC ((maximum of 4 units of PE activity courses accepted))
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This is an intense boot camp fitness course that includes aerobic and anaerobic conditioning, strength and endurance training, and individual and team fitness concepts. Students are expected to complete coursework including indoor and/or outdoor jogging, interval training, etc.

FITNS 332 Off Season Conditioning

Units:0.5 - 1
Hours:27 - 54 hours LAB
Course Family:High Intensity Training
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU; UC ((maximum of 4 units of PE activity courses accepted))
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course involves athletic-specific training, physical conditioning, and movement techniques for highly motivated, physically fit students and off-season athletes. It emphasizes increasing cardiovascular conditioning, strength training, and advanced physical fitness.

FITNS 339 Multi Sport Training for Fitness

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU; UC (Any or all PE Activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units. )
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course covers multi-sport training, including swimming, biking (stationary and non-stationary), and running. Topics include transitional techniques for duathlons and triathlons. Some class sessions meet off-campus. Students must supply their own road or mountain bike and helmet.

FITNS 343 Spin Bike

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU; UC
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course is specifically designed for students to improve their cardiovascular and strength levels with low impact on the joints. It emphasizes basic cycling and fitness drills based on speed work, resistance, and recovery periods.

FITNS 344 Dynamic Fitness Training I

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Course Family:Dynamic Fitness
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU; UC (Any or all PE Activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course introduces constant varied functional movements performed at relatively high intensity. It emphasizes proper mechanics utilizing body weight resistance. The workouts are varied daily and designed to optimize fitness levels.

FITNS 345 Dynamic Fitness Training II

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Course Family:Dynamic Fitness
Prerequisite:None.
Advisory:FITNS 344
Transferable:CSU; UC (Any or all PE Activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course provides dynamic fitness training via Olympic weight lifting and varied cardio-vascular training and conditioning. It is recommended for athletes with some background in weight training.

FITNS 346 Dynamic Cardio Training

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Course Family:Dynamic Fitness
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU; UC (Any or all PE Activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course improves cardiovascular conditioning through constant and varied training. Training consists of walking, running, jumping, spinning, and rowing with body weight strength training. Workouts are scaled to meet the level of each participant to train in the appropriate target heart rate zone.

FITNS 347 Dynamic Aquatic Fitness Training

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Course Family:Dynamic Fitness
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU; UC (Any or all PE Activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course provides a fast-moving, challenging aquatic workout, integrating traditional swim training with the addition of weight-bearing exercises in and out of the pool for complete body strength and cardiovascular conditioning.

FITNS 348 High-Intensity Interval Training

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU; UC (UC transfer credit limitation: Any or all PE activity courses combined: maximum credit 4 units.)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course is designed to be a physically intense and total body workout. It includes workouts which incorporate running, obstacle courses, and a variety of calisthenics designed to enhance muscular strength and endurance used in high-intensity interval workouts.

FITNS 350 Fitness And Weight Control

Units:2
Hours:18 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU; UC ((maximum of 4 units of PE activity courses accepted))
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course encourages a healthy attitude toward exercise, wellness, and nutrition. Topics include assessing and improving fitness levels, as well as nutrition, healthy living, and active lifestyle strategies that are involved in attaining and maintaining appropriate levels of wellness. This course includes a variety of fitness activities that provide a new approach to each workout.

FITNS 351 Exercise, Balance and Mobility

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU; UC ((maximum of 4 units of PE activity courses accepted))
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course meets the needs of students who wish to start an individualized exercise program at a modified level. It focuses on improving flexibility through gentle range of motion exercises. It also focuses on increasing muscular strength through modified strength training exercises. Balance and coordination exercises are used to help reduce risk of falls and increase fitness levels and mobility. Individualized exercises are developed that can be carried out in a fitness center or at home.

FITNS 375 Introduction to Meditation

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU; UC
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course emphasizes the mind/body connection through techniques of visualization, affirmation, concentration, and body movements.

FITNS 380 Circuit Weight Training

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU; UC (Any or all PE Activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units. ")
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course introduces a system of exercise using weights and cardiovascular activities
to provide a balanced approach to physical fitness training. It emphasizes increasing muscular strength and endurance, cardiovascular endurance, and flexibility.

FITNS 381 Weight Training

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU; UC ((maximum of 4 units of PE activity courses accepted))
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course provides instruction in weight training to promote muscular strength and endurance. Safety, weight training principles, and program design are emphasized to reach personal fitness and strength goals. Components of fitness are addressed, including flexibility and body composition. Workout guidelines for general fitness, sport performance, and/or bodybuilding may be chosen for individual goals.

FITNS 384 Weight Training II

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU; UC
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course is a strength training program for students involved in intermediate level weight training. It is designed to develop muscular strength and endurance appropriate to specific lifts. The components of designing and implementing individual weight training programs are addressed.

FITNS 385 Weight Training for Competition

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU; UC ((maximum of 4 units of PE activity courses accepted))
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course is a strength training program for students involved in advanced weight training. It is designed to develop strength, power, and muscle endurance appropriate to specific lifts.

FITNS 386 Weight Training III

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Course Family:Weight Training
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU; UC
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course is a strength training program for students involved in advanced level weight training. It is designed to develop muscular strength and power appropriate to the priority placed on Olympic style lifts. Nutrition will be addressed as it relates to pre-workout, post-workout, and recovery.

FITNS 392 Yoga

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Course Family:Yoga
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU; UC ((maximum of 4 units of PE activity courses accepted))
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course in Yoga emphasizes breathing, stretching, and relaxing techniques. Yoga positions and philosophies are practiced and examined.

FITNS 393 Yoga II

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Prerequisite:FITNS 392 with a grade of "C" or better
Transferable:CSU; UC (UC transfer credit limitation: Any or all PE activity courses combined: maximum credit 4 units.)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course is designed to strengthen and enhance muscle tone through the practice of asanas and pranayama techniques. Yoga practice with elements of meditation are examined to decrease stress, improve concentration, and increase spiritual connection.

FITNS 395 Stretch

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU; UC ((maximum of 4 units of PE activity courses accepted))
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course emphasizes stretching for better alignment, health, and increased range of motion. It provides an individualized approach to stretching and includes pre- and post-stretching techniques for specific activities such as sports, dance, or repetitive stress work-related movements.

FITNS 396 Yoga Sculpt

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Advisory:FITNS 392
Transferable:CSU; UC
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This is a high intensity blend of yoga and strength training. Yoga is the base of the class with the addition of weights for toning and strengthening the core and cardio to provide a full body comprehensive workout.

FITNS 400 Body Fitness (Walking or Jogging)

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Course Family:Cardio Fitness
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU; UC ((maximum of 4 units of PE activity courses accepted))
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course promotes physical well-being through physical activity, including but not limited to walking and jogging, to increase cardiovascular fitness, produce stress reduction, and encourage weight control. Attention is given to increasing cardiovascular efficiency, muscular strength, and endurance.

FITNS 412 Taekwondo I

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU; UC ("(maximum of 4 units of PE activity courses accepted)")
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course is an introduction to basic Taekwondo skills which include stances, blocking, striking, kicking, poomsae, and self-defense techniques. Conditioning exercises are used to increase strength, flexibility, aerobic, and anaerobic fitness. Martial arts etiquette and traditions are taught and emphasized. Fields trips may be required.

FITNS 414 Tai Chi

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU; UC ("(maximum of 4 units of PE activity courses accepted)")
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course explores the traditional Chinese fitness exercise of Tai Chi. It provides for the development of basic skills and techniques that lead toward an integration of the mind-body-spirit trilogy. Various Chinese fitness exercises in relation to health are explored. Principles of Confucianism and Taoism, including a basic review of Tai Chi history and philosophy are discussed. Overall, the physical discipline and structure of Tai Chi movements are emphasized.

FITNS 416 Taekwondo II

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU; UC (UC transfer credit limitation: Any or all PE activity courses combined: maximum credit 4 units.)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course provides instruction in intermediate level of Taekwondo. Aerobic, anaerobic, and plyometric training drills are employed to increase students strength, speed, and agility. More complex footwork, one-step sparring, paddle drills, and free sparring combinations are introduced. Intermediate level poomsae is practiced in addition to basic competition training in both sparring and poomsae. Field trips may be required.

FITNS 417 Taekwondo III

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU; UC (UC transfer credit limitation: Any or all PE activity courses combined: maximum credit 4 units.)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course provides instruction in advanced level of Taekwondo. A higher level of aerobic, anaerobic, and plyometric training drills are employed to increase student’s strength, speed, agility, and competitiveness. It also introduces Kyupka (demonstration of power) and a higher level of poomsae. Sparring strategies, ring management, and other skills associated with being successful at this advanced level are taught. Field trips may be required.

FITNS 440 Swimming I

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Course Family:Swimming
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU; UC ((maximum of 4 units of PE activity courses accepted))
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This is a beginning swim class. Swimmers will learn basic water acclimation, water safety, and how to perform basic swimming skills. Students will learn the front and back float, front and back streamline glide, and introductory skills in freestyle stroke, backstroke, and proper breathing.

FITNS 441 Swimming II

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Course Family:Swimming
Prerequisite:None.
Advisory:This course is taught in deep water. It is important that the student is confident in their back & front float ability as they will not be able to touch the bottom to move to the pool edge.
Transferable:CSU; UC (a maximum of 4 units of PE activity courses allowed.)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course is designed as a beginner 2 course, continuing work on freestyle and backstroke technique, advancing to underwater work and starts and turns with more endurance swimming of both strokes.

FITNS 442 Swimming III

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Course Family:Swimming
Prerequisite:None.
Advisory:FITNS 441
Transferable:CSU; UC (A maximum of 4 units of PE activity allowed for transfer )
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course covers skills for intermediate swimmers; water safety, and basic swimming skills, swim training protocols and technique, further refinement of stroke development, proper starts and turns technique, and development of cardiovascular capacity. It includes stroke technique in freestyle, backstroke, and breaststroke, as well as turns for freestyle, backstroke and breaststroke.

FITNS 443 Swimming IV

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Course Family:Swimming
Prerequisite:None.
Advisory:FITNS 442
Transferable:CSU; UC (a maximum of 4 units of PE activity allowed for transfer to UC. )
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course for advanced swimmers (those who have mastered intermediate swimming skills) covers proper technique specific to the four competitive strokes, proper training protocols, and training design. It emphasizes proper stroke technique of freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly, as well as underwater efficiency in diving, turns, and breakouts for all competitive strokes. It also introduces more advanced swim training protocols, drills, and workout designs.

FITNS 450 Personal Safety

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU; UC ((maximum of 4 units of PE activity courses accepted))
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course provides information and develops skills for an individual's personal safety in a variety of situations. Topics include awareness and prevention of dangerous situations along with physical and non-physical defensive strategies. Community resources for victims of assault are discussed.

FITNS 495 Independent Studies in Fitness

Units:1 - 3
Hours:54 - 162 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a)
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

FITNS 499 Experimental Offering in Fitness

Units:0.5 - 4
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This is the experimental courses description.

Kinesiology (KINES) Courses

KINES 300 Introduction to Kinesiology

Units:3
Hours:54 hours LEC
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU; UC (UC credit limitations: All KINES courses combined: maximum credit, 8 units. )
General Education:AA/AS Area III(b)
C-ID:C-ID KIN 100
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course provides an introduction to the interdisciplinary approach to the study of human movement. It provides an orientation to various educational pathways, requirements, and career opportunities in kinesiology in the areas of teaching, coaching, allied health, and fitness professions. Basic concepts of the kinesiology discipline and the importance of the sub-disciplines are discussed.

KINES 307 Mental Skills for Sport Performance

Units:3
Hours:54 hours LEC
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course provides a concentrated study of competition and motivation for sports. It also includes the study of the brain's impact on muscular activity in athletic performance. Stress management, goal setting, peak performance, adaptability, sport imagery training, and effective practice are covered.

KINES 330 Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries

Units:3
Hours:54 hours LEC
Prerequisite:None.
Advisory:Eligible for ENGRD 310 or ENGRD 312 AND ENGWR 300; OR ESLW 340.
Transferable:CSU; UC
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course is an introduction to injury prevention, injury care, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries. It includes basic information regarding sports injuries, their causes, and treatments.

KINES 334 Practical Applications in Athletic Training/Sports Medicine

Units:3
Hours:36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Corequisite:KINES 330
Transferable:CSU; UC
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course is designed to provide an overall experience of the sports medicine/athletic training profession. Topics include common evaluation and rehabilitative techniques, modality usage, and advanced taping and wrapping methods. This course is formerly known as PET 334.

KINES 340 Theory of Baseball

Units:1
Hours:18 hours LEC
Prerequisite:None.
Advisory:High school or college level baseball playing experience; ENGWR 102 and ENGRD 116 with a grade of “C” or better; OR ESLR 320 and ESLW 320 with a grade of “C” or better.
Transferable:CSU; UC (UC credit limitation: All KINES courses combined: maximum credit, 8 units. )
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course develops a thorough understanding of baseball. The emphasis is on learning and understanding basic concepts of training, individual techniques, strategies, and systems of defense, offense, pitching, base running, and field maintenance. Philosophies and drills are included.

KINES 350 Theory of Football

Units:1
Hours:18 hours LEC
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU; UC (UC credit limitations: All KINES courses combined: maximum credit, 8 units. )
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course covers applications of different strategies when football teams face various schemes. This course is formerly known as PET 350.

KINES 400 Applied Physiology of Exercise

Units:2
Hours:36 hours LEC
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course examines how the body functions under conditions of exercise stress. It covers the practical applications of muscle function, cardiovascular and respiratory functions, training techniques, and the effect of environmental conditions on exercise. This course is formerly known as PET 400.

KINES 401 Applied Kinesiology

Units:2
Hours:36 hours LEC
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course addresses movement as it relates to exercise. It includes analysis of movement in sport skills, stressing the contributions made by the muscular and skeletal systems.

KINES 402 Nutrition for Fitness

Same As:NUTRI 307
Units:2
Hours:36 hours LEC
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course covers the basic principles of nutrition and the interactions between nutrition and fitness training. Topics include dietary practices and nutrient intake modifications that affect physical performance, including intake of energy nutrients, vitamins, water, electrolytes, and dietary supplements. It also covers the study of body weight and body composition, as well as factors that affect body weight and the effect of body composition on physical performance. This course is not open to students who have completed NUTRI 307.

KINES 403 Fitness and Exercise Assessment

Units:2
Hours:36 hours LEC
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course covers the assessment of cardiorespiratory endurance, body composition, muscular strength and endurance, flexibility, blood pressure, and evaluation of exercise test results. Additional topics include the factors influencing exercise programs, development of individual exercise programs, and the risk factors associated with exercise programs and fitness testing.

KINES 404 Identification and Management of Fitness Injuries

Units:2
Hours:36 hours LEC
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course addresses elementary human anatomy and the injuries that can occur to the musculoskeletal system as it relates to physical activity. The treatment and rehabilitation of these injuries and the use of protective equipment are presented.

KINES 405 Effects of Exercise on Special Populations

Units:2
Hours:36 hours LEC
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course covers the effects of exercise on special populations and provides information to modify exercise based on age, disability, and medical conditions. It includes discussions of special groups including seniors, children with disabilities, adults with disabilities or chronic conditions, and individuals requiring exercise modifications due to physical impairments.

KINES 406 Techniques of Strength Training Instruction

Units:2
Hours:36 hours LEC
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course covers how to teach a variety of strength training techniques and activities to individuals. Topics include strength training sequences, strength training equipment, safety factors, and anatomy and physiology as it applies to strength training. It also covers the development of strength training exercises and routines. Field trips may be required.

KINES 407 Techniques of Group Fitness Instruction

Units:2
Hours:36 hours LEC
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course covers how to teach a variety of fitness activities to groups of individuals. Emphasis is on how to design a physiologically safe and effective group fitness exercise class.

KINES 494 Topics in Physical Education Theory

Units:0.5 - 4
Hours:18 hours LEC
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This umbrella course provides concentrated study of a variety of current fitness issues. Topics reflect contemporary concerns for physical fitness, performance in competitive sport, and wellness. This course is formerly known as PET 494.

KINES 495 Independent Studies in Physical Education Theory

Units:1 - 3
Hours:54 - 162 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

KINES 498 Work Experience in Kinesiology

Units:0.5 - 4
Hours:27 - 216 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Enrollment Limitation:Students must be in a paid or unpaid internship, volunteer position, or job related to physical education with a cooperating site supervisor. Students are advised to consult with the Physical Education Department faculty to review specific certificate and degree work experience requirements.
Advisory:Eligible for ENGWR 300 or ESLW 340.
Transferable:CSU
General Education:AA/AS Area III(b)
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course provides students with opportunities to develop marketable skills in preparation for employment or advancement within the field of physical education. It is designed for students interested in work experience and/or internships in transfer-level degree occupational programs. Course content includes understanding the application of education to the workforce, completion of Title 5 required forms which document the student's progress and hours spent at an approved work site, and developing workplace skills and competencies.

During the semester, the student is required to complete 27 hours of related work experience for 0.5 unit. An additional 27 hours of related work experience is required for each additional 0.5 units. All students are required to attend the first course meeting, a mid-semester meeting, and a final meeting. Additionally, students who have not already successfully completed a Work Experience course will be required to attend weekly orientations while returning participants may meet individually with the instructor as needed. Students may take up to 16 units total across all Work Experience course offerings. This course may be taken up to four times when there are new or expanded learning objectives. Only one Work Experience course may be taken per semester.

KINES 499 Experimental Offering in Kinesiology

Units:0.5 - 4
Prerequisite:None.
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This is the experimental courses description.

Personal Activity (PACT) Courses

PACT 300 Archery I

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Course Family:Archery
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU; UC (UC credit limitation: Any or all PE Activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

The course emphasizes safety, knowledge, and basic skill development in recurve archery. No compound or crossbows are allowed. It also covers basic techniques with an emphasis on knowledge and use of the bow and related equipment.

PACT 310 Badminton I

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Course Family:Badminton
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU; UC (UC credit limitation: Any or all PE Activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units.)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course provides instruction in basic fundamentals, techniques, and rules of badminton. The emphasis is on skill and technique development, as well as strategies for singles and doubles.

PACT 311 Badminton II

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Course Family:Badminton
Prerequisite:None.
Enrollment Limitation:PACT 310 with a grade of "C" or better OR the ability to demonstrate skills beyond that of a beginning player - serve, smash, high clear, drop shot.
Transferable:CSU; UC (UC credit limitation: Any or all PE Activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units.)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course provides instruction in intermediate skills, techniques, and rules of badminton. It emphasizes skill and technique development beyond that of a beginning player, as well as intermediate strategies for singles and doubles.

PACT 350 Golf I

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Course Family:Golf
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU; UC (UC credit limitation: Any or all PE Activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units.)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course introduces the basic skills and knowledge necessary to play the game of golf. It focuses on the fundamental skills necessary to strike and putt the ball. It introduces the rules and etiquette necessary to play the game. Some portions of this course may be held on regulation golf courses to which students must bring their own golf clubs and pay for range and/or greens fees. Field trips are required.

PACT 351 Golf II

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Course Family:Golf
Prerequisite:None.
Enrollment Limitation:PACT 350 with a grade of "C" or better; or the ability to perform a golf swing correctly and demonstrate the basic skills needed to play golf on a course.
Transferable:CSU; UC (UC credit limitation: Any or all PE Activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units.)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course covers the intermediate skills and knowledge necessary to play the game of golf. It focuses on swing evaluation necessary to improve ball striking, the rules and etiquette necessary to play on a public course, and course management strategies in order to negotiate a golf course. Some portions of this course may be held on area regulation golf courses in which students must bring their own golf clubs and pay range costs and/or greens fees. Field trips are required.

PACT 352 Golf III

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Course Family:Golf
Prerequisite:None.
Enrollment Limitation:PACT 351 (Golf II) or experience playing on a golf course.
Transferable:CSU; UC (UC credit limitation: Any or all PE Activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units.)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course covers advanced skills and knowledge necessary to excel at the game of golf. It focuses on improving the swing, special shot-making techniques, course management strategies for the advanced golfer, and clarification of rules and etiquette necessary to play the game at an advanced level. Different tournament formats are explored. Some portions of this course may be held on area regulation golf courses in which students must bring their own golf clubs, pay greens fees, and/or range costs. Field trips are required.

PACT 390 Tennis I

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Course Family:Tennis
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU; UC (UC credit limitation: Any or all PE Activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units.)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course covers basic technique of strokes, rules of play, simple strategies, and the etiquette of tennis.

PACT 391 Tennis II

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Course Family:Tennis
Prerequisite:None.
Advisory:PACT 390
Transferable:CSU; UC
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course reviews basic fundamentals, techniques, rules, and social courtesies of tennis. It is intended for intermediate-level tennis players.

PACT 393 Tennis III

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Course Family:Tennis
Prerequisite:None.
Advisory:PACT 391
Transferable:CSU; UC
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course focuses on improving and refining the physical and mental skills and techniques of tennis. Particular attention is given to strategic development of the player, while refining the racket skills that set up and finish points. Developing patterns, serving placement, and tactical court positioning are introduced and developed.

PACT 430 Pickleball I

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Course Family:Pickleball
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU; UC (UC transfer credit limitation: Any or all PE activity courses combined: maximum credit 4 units.)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course covers basic technique of strokes, rules of play, simple strategies, and the etiquette of pickleball.

PACT 431 Pickleball II

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Course Family:Pickleball
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU; UC (UC transfer credit limitation: Any or all PE activity courses combined: maximum credit 4 units.)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course reviews basic fundamentals, techniques, rules, and social courtesies of pickleball. It emphasizes skill and technique development beyond that of a beginning player, as well as intermediate strategies for singles and doubles.

PACT 432 Pickleball III

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Course Family:Pickleball
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU; UC (UC transfer credit limitation: Any or all PE activity courses combined: maximum credit 4 units.)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course focuses on improving and refining the physical and mental skills and techniques of pickleball. Particular attention is given to strategic development of the player, while refining the paddle skills that set up and finish points. Developing patterns, dink placement, and tactical court positioning are introduced and developed.

PACT 495 Independent Studies in Personal Activity

Units:1 - 3
Hours:54 - 162 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a)
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

PACT 499 Experimental Offering in Personal Activity

Units:0.5 - 4
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a)
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This is the experimental courses description.

Sports (SPORT) Courses

SPORT 300 Baseball, Intercollegiate-Men

Units:3
Hours:175 hours LAB
Prerequisite:At least one year of high school varsity baseball or equivalent
Enrollment Limitation:Tryout
Transferable:CSU; UC (UC credit limitation: Any or all PE activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units. )
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course provides opportunity for intercollegiate competition in men's baseball. It provides baseball related skills, fundamentals, and team strategy. This course may be taken four times for credit.

SPORT 301 Off Season Conditioning for Baseball

Units:0.5 - 3
Hours:27 - 162 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Enrollment Limitation:Tryout
Transferable:CSU; UC (UC credit limitation: Any or all PE activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units. )
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course is designed to optimize sports performance and reduce the risk of injury for the off-season intercollegiate athlete in the sport of baseball. Course content includes sport-specific skill development, sport-specific strength training, cardiovascular conditioning, agility work, plyometrics, speed training, and flexibility exercises. This course may be taken up to four times for credit.

SPORT 303 Pre-Season Conditioning for Baseball

Units:0.5 - 3
Hours:27 - 162 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU; UC
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course is designed to optimize sports performance and reduce the risk of injury for the pre-season intercollegiate athlete in the sport of baseball. Course content includes sport-specific skill development, sport-specific strength training, cardiovascular conditioning, agility work, plyometrics, speed training, and flexibility exercises. This course may be taken up to four times for credit.

SPORT 311 Basketball, Intercollegiate-Men, Fall

Units:1.5
Hours:87.5 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Enrollment Limitation:Tryout
Transferable:CSU; UC (UC credit limitation: Any or all PE activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units. )
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course covers fundamentals, rules, individual and/or team strategy appropriate to intercollegiate athletic competition. May be taken four times for credit.

SPORT 312 Basketball, Intercollegiate-Men, Spring

Units:1.5
Hours:87.5 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Enrollment Limitation:Tryout
Transferable:CSU; UC (UC credit limitation: Any or all PE activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units. )
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course covers fundamentals, rules, individual and/or team strategy appropriate to intercollegiate athletic competition. May be taken four times for credit.

SPORT 313 Off Season Conditioning for Basketball

Units:0.5 - 3
Hours:27 - 162 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Enrollment Limitation:Tryout.
Transferable:CSU; UC (UC credit limitation: Any or all PE activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units. )
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course is designed to optimize sports performance and reduce the risk of injury for the off-season intercollegiate athlete in the sport of basketball. Topics include college-level basketball-specific skill development, sport-specific strength training, agility work, plyometrics, speed training, and flexibility exercises. This course may be taken up to four times for credit.

SPORT 314 Pre-Season Conditioning for Basketball

Units:0.5 - 3
Hours:27 - 162 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU; UC
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course is designed to increase sport performance and overall understanding of intercollegiate basketball concepts and strategic philosophies. Topics include collegiate-level basketball-specific skill development, collegiate-level offensive and defensive concepts, team-specific basketball fundamentals, team-specific drills for individual improvement and sport-specific agility drills, plyometrics, and speed training. This course may be taken up to four times for credit.

SPORT 316 Basketball, Intercollegiate-Women, Fall

Units:1.5
Hours:87.5 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Enrollment Limitation:Tryout
Transferable:CSU; UC (UC credit limitation: Any or all PE activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units. )
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course covers the fundamentals, rules, and the individual and/or team strategies appropriate to intercollegiate athletic competition. This course may be taken three times for credit.

SPORT 317 Basketball, Intercollegiate-Women, Spring

Units:1.5
Hours:87.5 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Enrollment Limitation:Tryout
Transferable:CSU; UC (UC credit limitation: Any or all PE activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units. )
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course covers the fundamentals, rules, and the individual and/or team strategies appropriate to intercollegiate athletic competition. This course may be taken three times for credit.

SPORT 320 Cross Country, Intercollegiate-Men

Units:3
Hours:175 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Enrollment Limitation:Tryout
Transferable:CSU; UC (UC credit limitation: Any or all PE activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units. )
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course covers fundamentals, rules, and individual and team strategies appropriate to intercollegiate athletic competition in men's cross country. It provides opportunities for student-athletes to compete at the intercollegiate level. This course may be taken up to four times for credit.

SPORT 325 Cross Country, Intercollegiate-Women

Units:3
Hours:175 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Enrollment Limitation:Tryout
Transferable:CSU; UC (UC credit limitation: Any or all PE activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This is an advanced team activity for female students providing specialized training for competition. It covers fundamental and advanced techniques needed for specific events, along with the rules and strategies appropriate for intercollegiate competition. This course may be taken up to four times for credit.

SPORT 330 Football, Intercollegiate-Men

Units:3
Hours:175 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Enrollment Limitation:Tryout
Transferable:CSU; UC (UC credit limitation: Any or all PE activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units.)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course is an intercollegiate sport providing opportunity for competition in men's football. It provides football fundamentals, skills, rules, and individual and team strategies appropriate for intercollegiate athletic competition. This course may be taken up to four times for credit.

SPORT 331 Off Season Conditioning for Football

Units:0.5 - 3
Hours:27 - 162 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Enrollment Limitation:Tryout
Transferable:CSU; UC (UC credit limitation: Any or all PE activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units.)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course involves training and technical skill development specific to the sport of football for off-season student-athletes. Topics include skill development, strength training, speed development, agility training, plyometric drills, cardiovascular conditioning, and increased flexibility. This course may be taken up to four times for credit.

SPORT 332 Pre-Season Conditioning for Football

Units:0.5 - 3
Hours:27 - 162 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU; UC (UC credit limitation: Any or all PE activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units.)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course covers advanced offensive and defensive strategies for football at the college level. Blocking schemes, tackling techniques, as well as offensive and defensive formations are discussed. Strength and conditioning drills are included to enhance football skills. This course may be taken up to four times for credit.

SPORT 340 Golf, Intercollegiate-Men

Units:3
Hours:175 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Enrollment Limitation:Tryout
Transferable:CSU; UC (UC credit limitation: Any or all PE activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units.)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course provides opportunity for competition in men's golf. It covers golf fundamentals and skills. It also includes rules and individual and team strategies appropriate for intercollegiate athletic competition. This course may be
taken up to four times for credit.

SPORT 341 Off Season Conditioning for Golf

Units:0.5 - 3
Hours:27 - 162 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Enrollment Limitation:Tryout
Transferable:CSU; UC (UC credit limitation: Any or all PE activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units.)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course involves a combination of fundamental skills and strategy with an emphasis on a fitness component for the sport of golf. It offers a mental training component for peak performance. This course is designed to prepare students for intercollegiate golf competition. This course may be taken up to four times for credit.

SPORT 345 Golf, Intercollegiate-Women

Units:3
Hours:175 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Enrollment Limitation:Tryout
Transferable:CSU; UC (UC credit limitation: Any or all PE activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units.)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course is an intercollegiate sport providing opportunities for competition in women's golf.
It covers fundamentals and skills, rules, individual and/or team strategy appropriate to intercollegiate athletic competition. This course may be taken up to four times for credit.

SPORT 350 Soccer, Intercollegiate-Men

Units:3
Hours:175 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Enrollment Limitation:Tryout
Transferable:CSU; UC (UC credit limitation: Any or all PE activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units.)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course provides opportunity for intercollegiate competition in men's soccer. Soccer fundamentals and skills are covered. It also includes rules, and individual and team strategies appropriate for intercollegiate athletic competition. This course may be taken up to four times for credit.

SPORT 351 Off-Season Conditioning for Men's Soccer

Units:0.5 - 3
Hours:27 - 162 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Enrollment Limitation:Tryout.
Transferable:CSU; UC (UC credit limitation: Any or all PE activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units.)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course covers off-season training and conditioning skills and techniques specific for intercollegiate soccer. Topics include skill development, strength training, cardiovascular conditioning, and speed training. This course may be taken up to four times for credit.

SPORT 355 Soccer, Intercollegiate-Women

Units:3
Hours:175 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Enrollment Limitation:Tryout
Transferable:CSU; UC (UC credit limitation: Any or all PE activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units.)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course is an intercollegiate sport providing opportunity for competition in women's soccer. It provides soccer fundamentals and skills, including rules as well as individual and team strategy appropriate for intercollegiate athletic competition. This course may be taken up to four times for credit.

SPORT 356 Off Season Conditioning for Women's Soccer

Units:1 - 3
Hours:54 - 162 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Enrollment Limitation:Tryout.
Transferable:CSU; UC (UC credit limitation: Any or all PE activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units.)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This physical education course covers training and conditioning skills and techniques specific for intercollegiate soccer. It focuses on basic concepts and skills with emphasis on conditioning. This course may be taken up to four times for credit.

SPORT 358 Pre-Season Conditioning for Men's Soccer

Units:0.5 - 3
Hours:27 - 162 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU; UC (UC credit limitation: Any or all PE activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units.)
General Education:CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course increases sport performance and the overall understanding of intercollegiate soccer concepts and strategic philosophies. Topics include collegiate-level soccer-specific skill development, collegiate-level offensive and defensive concepts, team-specific soccer fundamentals, team-specific drills for individual improvement and sport specific agility work, plyometrics, and speed training.

SPORT 365 Softball, Intercollegiate-Women

Units:3
Hours:175 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Enrollment Limitation:Tryout
Transferable:CSU; UC (UC credit limitation: Any or all PE activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units.)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This is an advanced softball activity that provides competition with other community college teams. Fundamentals, rules, team strategy, and softball skills appropriate to intercollegiate athletic competition are expected of the competitors. This course may be taken up to four times for credit.

SPORT 366 Off Season Conditioning for Softball

Units:0.5 - 3
Hours:27 - 162 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Enrollment Limitation:Tryout.
Transferable:CSU; UC (UC credit limitation: Any or all PE activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units.)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course covers fundamental skills and strategy tactics with an emphasis on a fitness component for intercollegiate athletics in the sport of softball. It offers a mental training component for peak performance. This course may be taken up to four times for credit.

SPORT 368 Pre-Season Conditioning for Softball

Units:0.5
Hours:27 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU; UC
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course is designed to optimize sports performance and reduce the risk of injury for the pre-season intercollegiate athlete in the sport of softball. Course content includes softball fundamental skills development, strength training, cardiovascular conditioning, agility, plyometric, speed training, and flexibility exercises. This course may be taken up to four times for credit.

SPORT 370 Swimming and Diving, Intercollegiate-Men

Units:3
Hours:175 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Enrollment Limitation:Tryout
Transferable:CSU; UC (UC credit limitation: Any or all PE activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units.)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This is an advanced swimming and diving activity course that provides competition with other community college teams. It provides swimmers and divers with fundamentals, rules, team strategies, and aquatic skills. This course may be taken up to four times for credit.

SPORT 375 Swimming and Diving, Intercollegiate-Women

Units:3
Hours:175 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Enrollment Limitation:Tryout
Transferable:CSU; UC (UC credit limitation: Any or all PE activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units.)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This is an advanced swimming and diving activity course that provides competition with other community college teams. Fundamentals, rules, team strategy, and aquatic skills appropriate to intercollegiate athletic competition are expected of competitors. This course may be taken up to four times for credit.

SPORT 376 Off Season Swim & Dive

Units:0.5 - 3
Hours:27 - 162 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Enrollment Limitation:Try out. This course is designed for athletes on the swim and dive team.
Transferable:CSU; UC (UC credit limitation: Any or all PE activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units.)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course combines basic skills and stroke technique with an emphasis on a fitness component for the sport of swim and dive. It also offers a dry-land training component for peak performance. This course is designed to prepare students for intercollegiate swim and dive competition. This course may be taken up to four times for credit.

SPORT 377 Pre-Season Conditioning Swim & Dive

Units:0.5 - 3
Hours:27 - 162 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Enrollment Limitation:Try out
Transferable:CSU; UC (UC credit limitation: Any or all PE activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units.)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

SPORT 380 Tennis, Intercollegiate-Men

Units:3
Hours:175 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Enrollment Limitation:Tryout
Transferable:CSU; UC (UC credit limitation: Any or all PE activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units.)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course covers fundamentals, rules, and individual and/or team strategy appropriate to intercollegiate athletic competition in tennis. This course may be taken four times for credit.

SPORT 385 Tennis, Intercollegiate-Women

Units:3
Hours:175 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Enrollment Limitation:Tryout
Transferable:CSU; UC (UC credit limitation: Any or all PE activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units.)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course covers fundamentals, rules, and individual and/or team strategy appropriate to intercollegiate athletic competition in tennis. This course may be taken four times for credit.

SPORT 386 Off Season Conditioning for Tennis

Units:0.5 - 3
Hours:27 - 162 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Enrollment Limitation:Two years of varsity high school experience or equivalent. Tryout required.
Transferable:CSU; UC (UC credit limitation: Any or all PE activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units.)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course prepares the intercollegiate tennis player for the competitive season and reduces risk of injury. Course content includes collegiate level tennis-specific skill development, a solid aerobic conditioning plan, sport-specific strength training, agility work, plyometrics, speed training, flexibility exercises and other activities designed to prepare the athlete both physically and mentally. This course may be taken up to four times for credit.

SPORT 390 Track and Field, Intercollegiate-Men

Units:3
Hours:175 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Enrollment Limitation:Tryout
Transferable:CSU; UC (UC credit limitation: Any or all PE activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units.)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This intercollegiate track and field course provides specialized training for competition with other community college teams. It covers the fundamental and advanced techniques needed for specific events, along with the rules, strategies, sportsmanship, and teamwork appropriate for intercollegiate competition. This course may be taken up to four times for credit.

SPORT 395 Track and Field, Intercollegiate-Women

Units:3
Hours:175 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Enrollment Limitation:Tryout
Transferable:CSU; UC (UC credit limitation: Any or all PE activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units.)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This is an advanced track and field team activity for female students providing specialized training for competition. It covers the fundamental and advanced techniques needed for specific events, along with the rules and strategies appropriate for intercollegiate competition. This course may be taken up to four times for credit.

SPORT 396 Off Season Conditioning for Track and Field

Units:0.5 - 3
Hours:27 - 162 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Enrollment Limitation:Try out required.
Transferable:CSU; UC (UC credit limitation: Any or all PE activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units.)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course includes sport-specific training, conditioning, and technical skill development specific to the sport of track and field for the off-season student athlete. Course content includes sport-specific skill development, event-specific strength training, cardiovascular conditioning, agility training, plyometric drills, anaerobic speed development, and enhancement of flexibility. This course may be taken up to four times for credit.

SPORT 403 Pre-Season Conditioning for Volleyball

Units:0.5 - 3
Hours:27 - 162 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Enrollment Limitation:Students must demonstrate intercollegiate athletic skills determined by a tryout conducted by the coaching staff.
Transferable:CSU; UC (UC credit limitation: Any or all PE activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units.)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course involves a combination of skill development and strategy tactics with an emphasis on a fitness component for the sport of volleyball. It offers a mental training component for peak performance. This course is designed to prepare students for intercollegiate volleyball competition. It may be taken up to 4 times for credit.

SPORT 405 Volleyball, Intercollegiate-Women

Units:3
Hours:175 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Enrollment Limitation:Tryout
Transferable:CSU; UC (UC credit limitation: Any or all PE activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units.)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course provides an opportunity for competition in intercollegiate women's volleyball. It provides volleyball fundamentals and skills. It also includes rules and individual and team strategies appropriate for intercollegiate athletic competition. This course may be taken four times for credit.

SPORT 406 Off Season Conditioning for Volleyball

Units:0.5 - 3
Hours:27 - 162 hours LAB
Prerequisite:Students must demonstrate intercollegiate athletic skills determined by a tryout conducted by the coaching staff.
Enrollment Limitation:Tryout.
Transferable:CSU; UC (UC credit limitation: Any or all PE activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units.)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course provides training and technical skill development specific to the sport of volleyball for off-season student-athletes. Topics include skill development, strength training, cardiovascular conditioning, agility work, plyometrics, speed training, and flexibility exercises. This course may be taken up to four times for credit.

SPORT 408 Intercollegiate Beach Volleyball

Units:3
Hours:175 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Enrollment Limitation:In order to take this class, each student must: 1) be listed as a student athlete, by the head coach, on the official team roster; and 2) obtain medical clearance, including a physical performed by a licensed physician. The student should contact the instructor for process and required forms. Once enrolled, the student must demonstrate intercollegiate athletic level skills as determined by the coaching staff to remain enrolled in this course.
Transferable:CSU; UC
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course provides an opportunity for competition in intercollegiate women's beach volleyball. It provides beach volleyball fundamentals and skills. It also includes rules and individual and pair strategies appropriate for intercollegiate athletic competition. This course may be taken four times for credit.

SPORT 410 Water Polo, Intercollegiate-Men

Units:3
Hours:175 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Enrollment Limitation:Tryout
Transferable:CSU; UC (UC credit limitation: Any or all PE activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units.)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This advanced water polo team activity provides opportunities for competition with other community college teams. Fundamentals, rules, team strategy, and swimming skills appropriate to intercollegiate athletic competition are expected of the competitors. This course may be taken up to four times for credit.

SPORT 415 Water Polo, Intercollegiate-Women

Units:3
Hours:175 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Enrollment Limitation:Tryout
Transferable:CSU; UC (UC credit limitation: Any or all PE activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units.)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This is an advanced water polo team activity that provides competition with other community college teams. Fundamentals, rules, team strategy, and swimming skills appropriate to intercollegiate athletic competition are expected of the competitors. This course may be taken up to four times for credit.

SPORT 416 Off Season Water Polo

Units:0.5 - 3
Hours:27 - 162 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Enrollment Limitation:Try out.
Transferable:CSU; UC (UC credit limitation: Any or all PE activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units.)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course combines basic skills and strategy tactics with an emphasis on a fitness component for the sport of water polo. It also offers a dry-land training component for peak performance. This course is designed to prepare students for intercollegiate water polo competition. This course may be taken up to four times for credit.

SPORT 417 Pre-Season Conditioning for Water Polo

Units:0.5 - 3
Hours:27 - 162 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Enrollment Limitation:Try out.
Transferable:CSU; UC (UC credit limitation: Any or all PE activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units.)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course is designed for student athletes involved in or trying out for the collegiate water polo team. It combines basic skills and strategy tactics with an emphasis on a fitness component for the sport of water polo. It also offers a dry-land training component for peak performance. This course is designed to prepare students for intercollegiate water polo competition.

SPORT 495 Independent Studies in Sport

Units:1 - 3
Hours:54 - 162 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a)
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

SPORT 499 Experimental Offering in Sport

Units:0.5 - 4
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a)
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This is the experimental courses description.

Team Activity (TMACT) Courses

TMACT 300 Soccer, Indoor

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Course Family:Soccer
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU; UC (UC credit limitation: Any or all PE activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course covers the beginning-level knowledge and skills needed to play indoor soccer. It also covers the differences between indoor and outdoor soccer as well as the history, techniques, rules, and strategies of the game with an emphasis on improvement of their physical fitness and skills.

TMACT 301 Indoor Soccer II

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Course Family:Soccer
Prerequisite:TMACT 300 with a grade of "C" or better
Transferable:CSU; UC (UC credit limitation: Any or all PE activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course covers the intermediate-level player knowledge and skills needed to play indoor soccer, with an emphasis in defending, attacking, and technical ability. It also covers the skills, strategy, and rules that govern the play of indoor soccer.

TMACT 302 Soccer - Outdoor

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Course Family:Soccer
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU; UC (UC credit limitation: Any or all PE activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course covers the beginning-level knowledge and skills needed to play outdoor soccer, emphasizing defense, offense, passing, ball control, heading, and shooting. It also covers the skills, strategy, and rules that govern the play of outdoor soccer.

TMACT 303 Outdoor Soccer II

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Course Family:Soccer
Prerequisite:TMACT 302 with a grade of "C" or better
Transferable:CSU; UC (UC credit limitation: Any or all PE activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course covers the intermediate-level player environment to challenge and improve the player's knowledge and skills needed to play outdoor soccer, emphasizing defending, attacking, and technical ability. It covers the skills, strategy, and rules that govern the play of outdoor soccer. This class is not designed for beginning soccer players.

TMACT 304 Outdoor Soccer III

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Course Family:Soccer
Prerequisite:TMACT 303 with a grade of "C" or better
Transferable:CSU; UC (UC credit limitation: Any or all PE activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course covers an advanced level knowledge and skills needed to play outdoor soccer, emphasizing technical and conditioning drills, game preparations, match analysis, and tactical knowledge, as well as defensive and offensive drills of advanced level play. It also introduces basic coaching techniques.

TMACT 320 Basketball

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Course Family:Basketball
Prerequisite:None.
Advisory:Participation on a high school basketball team
Transferable:CSU; UC (UC credit limitation: Any or all PE activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course features tournament scrimmage play to improve offensive, defensive, and team skills for basketball. It also covers individual fundamental skills including shooting, passing, ball handling, individual defense, and rebounding.

TMACT 330 Volleyball

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Course Family:Volleyball
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU; UC (UC credit limitation: Any or all PE activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This beginning volleyball course covers the basic techniques of passing, setting, serving, and attacking, as well as rules and simple strategies of play.

TMACT 331 Volleyball II

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Course Family:Volleyball
Prerequisite:TMACT 330 with a grade of "C" or better
Transferable:CSU; UC (UC credit limitation: Any or all PE activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This intermediate course focuses on refining basic skills of serving, passing, and setting as well as further developing skills in serve-receive, defense, spiking, blocking, and digging. It also covers challenging techniques and strategies that follow NCAA collegiate rules and etiquette.

TMACT 333 Volleyball III

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Course Family:Volleyball
Prerequisite:TMACT 331 with a grade of "C" or better
Transferable:CSU; UC (UC credit limitation: Any or all PE activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This advanced volleyball class focuses on more complicated skills and techniques of the sport. Competitive play takes a higher priority. Topics include a variety of offensive and defensive systems, and how to apply them in a game-like setting.

TMACT 340 Football

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Advisory:ENGWR 102 and ENGRD 116 with a grade of “C” or better; OR ESLR 320 and ESLW 320 with a grade of “C” or better.
Transferable:CSU; UC (UC credit limitation: Any or all PE activity courses combined: maximum credit, 4 units)
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course covers advanced offensive and defensive strategies for football at the college level. Blocking schemes, tackling techniques, as well as offensive and defensive formations are discussed.

TMACT 352 Softball, Slow Pitch

Units:1
Hours:54 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU; UC ((maximum of 4 units of PE activity courses accepted))
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a); CSU Area E2
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course covers the basic softball skills of throwing, catching, pitching, and hitting. Rules and strategies are also covered, including position play and base running.

TMACT 495 Independent Studies in Team Activity

Units:1 - 3
Hours:54 - 162 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU
General Education:AA/AS Area III(a)
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

TMACT 499 Experimental Offering in Team Activity

Units:0.5 - 4
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This is the experimental courses description.