Course Syllabus Department Course Title : Physical & Health Education : Golf Section # : PHED 1119_E270 Day: Time: Pecos Start Date : August 22, 2011 End Date : December 9, 2011 Modality : Face-to-face Credits : 1 Instructor Information Name OC Email : John Parent : joparent@pbtisd.esc18.net OC Phone # : (806)787-7401 Office : Course Description The Student will learn the basic fundamentals of golf including grip, putting, chipping, and full swing. The course will cover a basic understanding of rules, etiquette, and types of competitive play available to the golfer. Lab fee required. Prerequisites/Co requisites None Scans 3,9,10
Course Objectives Upon completion of this course, students should be able to: 1. Introduction to Play, Terminology, and Course Maintenance, Basic Rules, and Selection of Equipment Organizational Issues a) Safety Issues b) 5 or 7 Iron c) Grip, Stance, Pivot d) ½ swing (no wrist cock) CLASS ATTENDANCE POLICY It is important that you attend every class it is expected. You should expect that each absence will adversely affect your course grade. The only excused absences that I will accept are collegesponsored activities and medical emergencies (must show proof). DAYS/WEEK # OF UNEXCUSED LETTER GRADE CLASS MEETS ABSENCES ALLOWED DEDUCTION FOR EVERY 2 2 3 rd absence 3 3 4 th absence It is your responsibility to contact the instructor before class begins. Leaving class early is an extreme annoyance to the entire class. Anyone leaving class early without the instructor s permission will be counted absent for the entire class. Being late for class is an extreme annoyance to the entire class. Be on time! Each day that you are tardy, (which means I have already begun class) your final grade will be deducted ½ point for each class that you are tardy. Current Odessa College ID is required to enter the sports center. ODESSA COLLEGE LINKS PHYSICAL & HEALTH EDUCATION DEPARTMENT: http://www.odessa.edu/dept/phed/ ATHLETICS: SPORTS CENTER: ODESSA COLLEGE: http://www.wranglersports.com/ http://www.wranglersports.com/fac-serv/community_recreation/ http://www.odessa.edu/
Materials for Class: Golf Rule book Clubs (if you don t have any let me know!!!) Tennis shoes/ golf spikes Active clothing Ball markers Golf Balls Tees Towel Water Homework: Most work will be done in class because it is an activity class but in some instances the student may have to read the rule book and know certain rules before class starts. Attendance Policy: Your attendance in this class is just as important as the participation.. Student attendance at every class is expected. Each absence will affect your course grade. Please let me know if you will be absent from class before the class starts. Any absence after class has started will be considered unexcused. More than ( ) absences may jeopardize your grade. Golf Class Meetings will be at the Zavala Middle School, Reeves County Golf Course Sometime we will not be able to participate because of weather and I will let you know as soon as possible!! I will know the meeting place of the next class by the end of the previous class ( let you know a week ahead of time) If something does change I will contact you promptly. COURSE UPDATES The student is responsible for checking the syllabus online for updates may occur as needed. Required Readings/Materials a)you must purchase the following required readings/materials: USGA Rules Book. b)you are encouraged to buy the following optional books/materials: See materials information above.
Course Requirements (Lectures, Assignments and Assessments) 50% - Attendance and Participation 25% - Rules and proper etiquette along with learning golf fundamentals (swinging, putting, etc. ) 25% - Final Exam / Final Round Topic Overview: Summary of Assignments & Activities Item (Name) Type Description Due* Week 1 Week 2 Week 3 Week 4 Lecture Introduction to Play, Terminology, and Course Maintenance, Basic Rules, and Selection of Equipment Organizational Issues 1. Safety Issues 2. 5 or 7 Iron 3. Grip, Stance, Pivot 4. ½ swing (no wrist cock 1/2 ¾ Swing 1. Introduce wrist cock and arm lift Emphasis on sequence and firing right side full swing for those ready 1. Sight Line- Intermediate target introduced Week 5 Full Swing - add 5 iron Week 6 Full Swing - add 9 iron or wedge Week 7 Student s work on their improvement areas Week 8 Approach shots Pitch and Chip Week 9 Learn proper way(s) to putt and learn how to walk in and around greens Week 10 Introduce Long Irons Week 11 Introduce wood with tee Week 12 Variety of clubs, hitting 5 balls with each Week 13 Activity Playing an actual hole (if permission is granted)
Week 14 Final Exam Play a few holes of golf I will be watching carefully to see if proper techniques are used and rulings are followed. It will be somewhat of an oral exam and student will be asked questions throughout the class. (Your score on the course will not reflect your grade. I do not expect you to be a professional golfer in one semester but I expect you to retain what we learned in class) Week 15 Final Round NOVEMBER 7TH Week 16 Final Exam Written Grading Policy Grade Percentage % A (90-100%) B (80-89%) C (70-79%) D (60-69%) F Below 60% Special Needs Odessa College complies with Section 504 of the Vocational Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If you have any special needs or issues pertaining to your access to and participation in this or any other class at Odessa College, please feel free to contact me to discuss your concerns. You may also call the Office of Disability services at 432-335-6861 to request assistance and accommodations. Learning Resource Center (Library) The Library, known as the Learning Resources Center, provides research assistance via the LRC's catalog (print books, videos, e-books) and databases (journal and magazine articles). Research guides covering specific subject areas, tutorials, and the "Ask a Librarian " service provide additional help.
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