FITNESS COURSES SUBJECT & NO. COURSE UNITS DANCETQ 181 Pilates I...1 DANCETQ 182 Pilates II...1 DANCETQ 221 Yoga Skills I...1 DANCETQ 222 Yoga Skills II...1 KIN 180 Marathon Training Course for Run/Walk...1.5 KIN 229 Individual and Dual Activities/Body Conditioning...1 KIN 237 Boot Camp I...1 KIN 246 Body Sculpting...1 KIN 247 Pilates for Fitness...1 KIN 250 Weight Training Skills...1 KIN 327 Lifelong Fitness Lab...1 KIN 328-1 Bicycle Spinning I...1 KIN 330-1 Cardiokickboxing 1...1 KIN 330-2 Cardiokickboxing II...1 KIN 331-1 Cross Training - 1...1 KIN 333 Step Aerobics and Weight Training...1 KIN 334-1 Fitness Walking I...1 KIN 336-1 Zumba Fitness I...1 KIN 337 Boot Camp II...1 KIN 345 Body Dynamic Activity...1 KIN 350-1 Weight Training 1...1 KIN 350-2 Weight Training 2...1 INDIVIDUAL SPORTS SUBJECT & NO. COURSE UNITS KIN 268 Golf Skills...1 KIN 365-1 Introduction to Backpacking...1 KIN 366-1 Badminton I...1 KIN 370 Table Tennis...1 KIN 371-1 Tennis I...1 KIN 366-2 Badminton Skills II............................. 1 TEAM SPORTS SUBJECT & NO. COURSE UNITS KIN 287 Basketball Skills...1 KIN 386-1 Baseball I...1 KIN 386-2 Baseball II...1 KIN 387-1 Basketball I...1 KIN 388 Flag Football...1 KIN 389-1 Soccer I...1 KIN 390-1 Softball I...1 KIN 390-2 Softball II...1 KIN 391-1 Volleyball I...1 LIST A - SELECT TWO COURSES: AT LEAST 6 UNITS BIOLOGY 3 Introduction to Biology...4 CHEM 51 Fundamentals of Chemistry I...5 OR CHEM 65 Introductory General Chemistry...4 OR CHEM 101 General Chemistry I...5 HEALTH 12 Safety Education and First Aid...3 MATH 227 Statistics...4 PHYSICS 6 General Physics I...4 Subtotal...20-22 COMPLETE ADDITIONAL CSU UNITS, IF NEEDED, TO REACH 60 CSU TRANSFERABLE UNITS IGETC or CSU GE Pattern Total...60 Note: 4 units of major courses may be counted towards general education. TRANSFER CURRICULUM Information regarding lower division major preparation requirements required to transfer to a University of California (UC) or California State University (CSU) campus may be obtained at www.assist.org. For information about independent or out-of-state colleges/universities, please consult with a counselor. SUBJECTS & COURSE DESCRIPTIONS Health (HEALTH) Note: One Health course selected from Health 2, 7, 8, or 11 is required of all students seeking an Associate Degree. (UC Credit Limit: Health 2, 7, 8, 11 combined maximum credit, one course). 2 Health and Fitness (3) UC:CSU LECTURE, 2 HOURS; LABORATORY: 2 HOURS. This course promotes healthy physical and psychological lifestyles, with emphasis on disease prevention, including violence/abuse, nutrition, sexuality, reproduction, drugs, alcohol, tobacco, aging, stress management, and weight control. The physical fitness segment emphasizes individual improvement utilizing aerobic, flexibility, and strengthening activities 7 Physical Fitness and Nutrition (3) UC:CSU This course considers the nature and importance of physical fitness and good nutrition in one s personal and social development. Various types of physical activities are analyzed and evaluated. Appropriate selection of nutritive foods for weight control and ergogenics are covered. Fad diets and food supplements are analyzed. 8 Women s Personal Health (3) UC:CSU This course comprehensively reviews important issues related to women of all diverse backgrounds. This course designs practical approaches to understanding the health of women in relationship to physiological and psychological aspects of nutrition, mental health, exercise, hygiene, cardiovascular disease, cancer, sexuality, reproduction, drugs, and other diseases common to women. 11 Principles of Healthful Living (3) UC:CSU This course develops health knowledge and values with the goal of promoting a high quality of life for each individual. Areas of focus include nutrition, physical fitness, communicable diseases and other major health problems, consumer and environmental health, human sexuality and family life, mental and emotional health, tobacco, alcohol and drugs, aging, death and dying. 246 EAST LOS ANGELES COLLEGE GENERAL CATALOG 2018 2019
12 Safety Education and First Aid (3) UC:CSU (C-ID KIN 101) This course covers the theory and detailed demonstration of first aid care of the injured. Students learn to assess a victim s condition and incorporate proper treatment. Standard first aid, CPR, and AED certification(s) are granted upon successful completion of course requirements. 15 Stress Management Strategy (3) CSU LECTURE, 3 HOUR. This course examines and identifies the effects of stress on our society and in particular on the individual. Several systems are explored to achieve an optimal level of health. Students learn to cope with stress as well as change potential stressors that will enrich their lives. This course covers the seven dimensions of health: mental, emotional, social, physical, occupational, spiritual, and environmental as well as examines ways to identify and control stress. 31 Focus on Health: Diabetes (1) CSU LECTURE, 1 HOUR. This course covers diabetes mellitus, with emphasis on positive self-care choices. Aspects of current diabetes management are covered: blood glucose testing, oral hypoglycemics, insulin, exercise, and pregnancy. Also included are the prevention and recognition of diabetes complications affecting eyes, kidneys, nerves, feet, heart/blood vessels. Hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia are also covered. Kinesiology (KIN) (UC Credit Limit: any or all Kinesiology activity courses combined; maximum credit 4 units). Activity skills instruction includes progressive skills attainment in each particular sport or activity with emphasis on technique, strategy, etiquette, and rules, as well as physical health emphasis and importance of life-long physical well-being. Kinesiology and dance classes present integrated information about physiological, social and psychological understanding of the self through movement. Some activity courses include beginning, intermediate, and advanced levels. Title 5 changes effective Fall 2013 substantially restrict how many times students can take specific types of classes. Students enrolled in active participation courses in Kinesiology, visual arts, or performing arts are limited to four (4) enrollments per family. Failures and W grades count as enrollments. A family can contain multiple courses, but a student can only take four of them. LACCD courses in, Art, Dance Techniques, Kinesiology, Music, and Theater are all affected. For courses in the Kinesiology department, families have been created as follows: KINESIOLOGY FAMILY NAMES AND COURSE NUMBERS: Aerobics, Circuit Training, and Sport-Specific Strength Training....10, 45, 46, 48, 49, 229, 237, 246-1, 250, 327, 328-1, 328-2, 328-3, 330-1, 330-2, 331-1, 333, 336-1, 337, 338-1, 338-2, 339-1, 345, 346, 346-1, 350-1, 350-2 Aquatics... 47, 201, 301, 301-1, 301-2, 301-3, 301-4, 303 Court Sports... 366-1, 366-2, 370, 371-1, 391-1 Directed Studies... 9, 185 Individual Activities....268, 334-1, 365-1, 370, 371-1 Mind/Body Conditioning...247, 248-1, 335-1 Team Sports. 51, 287, 386-1, 386-2, 387-1, 387-2, 388, 390-1, 390-2, 391-1 Track & Field Mixed Activities.... 180, 307, 334-1 9 Combined Activities (1) UC:CSU This course consists of a combination of two or more physical education activity courses, each taught for one half (or less) of the scheduled time. The combination courses are specified in the schedule of classes. 10 Kinesiology-Physical Fitness (1) UC:CSU This course combines instruction in the conditioning aspects of strength, flexibility, endurance and muscle tone. An understanding of cardiovascular fitness and nutritional information related to exercise is emphasized. A periodic evaluation of fitness levels is included. 45 Adapted Fitness (1) UC:CSU This course is designed to meet the needs of students with disabilities who require restricted or modified activities. Individualized exercise programs are performed by students with instruction emphasizing the basic elements of physical fitness and training principles. 46 Adapted Strength Training (1) UC:CSU This course is designed to meet the needs of students with disabilities who require restricted or modified activities. Individualized exercise programs are performed by students with instructional emphasis placed on strength training principles and techniques. 47 Adapted Swimming and Hydroexercise (1) UC:CSU This course meets the needs of students with disabilities requiring restricted or modified activities. Individualized exercise programs focus on basic swimming and water safety skills. Hydroexercise programs emphasize physical fitness, buoyancy, and hydrodynamic resistance principles. 49 Adapted Cardiovascular Fitness (1) UC:CSU This course meets the needs of students with disabilities who can benefit from individualized cardiovascular endurance training. Development of cardiovascular endurance through the use of bicycle ergometers is the major focus of the course. 51 Adapted Sports and Games (1) UC:CSU This course is designed to meet the needs of students with disabilities to develop gross motor skills and to facilitate participation in life-long activities. Activities are designed to enhance fitness, self-esteem, and social interaction. The main focus of the class is skill development. Sports may include but not limited to: Basketball, flag football, over the line, lacrosse, and bowling. Students with disabilities must provide a physician s prescription for exercises. EAST LOS ANGELES COLLEGE GENERAL CATALOG 2018 2019 247
180 Marathon Training Course for Run/Walk (1.5) UC:CSU LABORATORY, 4.5 HOURS. This course develops cardiovascular endurance for a student training for a marathon using a variety of tempo runs. Students utilize and understand aerobic and anaerobic energy systems and when each is used. Race analysis and race psychology are also explained. 201 Swimming Skills (1) UC:CSU This course enables students to gain awareness of the importance of proper swimming techniques/postural alignment, including progressive learning skills; such as water exploration, primary skills, stroke readiness, stroke development, stroke refinement, skill proficiency, and advanced skills in accordance with the seven levels of the American Red Cross. Nutrition and concepts of fitness are also covered. This course covers skills and knowledge in a logical progression for aquatic skill development in accordance with the American Red Cross Swimming and Water Safety course requirements. Students develop cardiovascular fitness through swimming. 229 Body Conditioning Skills (1) UC:CSU This course provides students with the opportunity to participate in a variety of vigorous exercises for increasing cardiovascular fitness, muscular strength, and flexibility. 237 Boot Camp I (1) UC:CSU This course is designed as a lower intensity style boot camp class that is conducted both on and off campus using indoor and outdoor facilities. Training exercises used during this class include basic aerobic and anaerobic conditioning, muscular strength, resistance and endurance training, and also individual and team concepts. In addition, students are challenged to understand and apply basic fitness principles, basic anatomy and physiology, the prevention of training injuries, target heart rate and the intensity of exercise as well as nutrition for fitness. The students train individually, with a partner or in a team setting. 246 Body Sculpting Skills (1) UC:CSU This course utilizes body sculpting techniques to achieve cardiovascular fitness, muscle toning, and endurance. Exercise bands, free exercise on mats, weights, stability balls, medicine balls, and other activities are used for a total body workout. 247 Pilates for Fitness (1) UC:CSU This course focuses on precision alignment, core strength, and building an awareness of the body. Pilates involves a Kinesthetic awareness through a series of floor exercises, optimizing a postural alignment and muscular balance to enable maximum range of movement for body strength and flexibility. Appropriate modifications for specific fitness levels are considered. This class is easy to follow and includes instruction and understanding of Pilates methods and exercises utilizing safe and popular Pilates exercises. 248-1 Stretching for Flexibility-1 (1) UC:CSU In this course, students participate in basic stretching techniques to improve overall flexibility including active and passive stretching and myofascial release training. Emphasis is placed upon flexibility, balance, breathing techniques, spatial awareness, and safety during stretching. Technique modifications to account for physical limitations are emphasized. A brief examination of the evolution of the various forms of stretching reflecting cultural differences and diversity, human anatomy, nutrition, and wellness concepts related to overall fitness, age, and gender are also addressed. 250 Weight Training Skills (1) UC:CSU This course covers the principles of weight training for men and women. It develops a general program of progressive resistance exercises with adaptation and implication for the individual student. Attention is given to terminology, use of equipment, safety precautions, nutrition and weight control, and basic factors of anatomy and physiology. 268 Golf Skills (1) UC:CSU This course consists of instruction in the primary skills of golf including rules, etiquette, terminology, and mock game experience. This course ranges from basic to advanced skills practice. Pitch/putt course games are played. 287 Basketball Skills (1) UC:CSU This course introduces students to the rules, skill, and strategies of basketball. It is designed to teach all levels the basic basketball skills of passing, dribbling, shooting, and rebounding, and introduces individual and team offense and defense, as well as rules, proper etiquette, terminology, and components of fitness. 301-1 Swimming Skills I (1) UC:CSU This course introduces students to basic aquatic skills, such as floating, kicking, and gliding, and incorporates the development, practice, and theory of basic swimming strokes. The course emphasizes the development of basic water safety techniques to assure confidence and mobility in aquatic activities and to help create confidence in the water, as well as an evaluation of physical fitness. 301-2 Swimming Skills II (1) UC:CSU Prerequisite: Kinesiology 301-1. This course covers intermediate techniques of swimming, terminology, and fluid mechanics in water. Swimming strokes include freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. Racing starts, flip turns, dives, and touch turns are introduced on a beginning level. Interval training concepts are introduced to build endurance. Indoor and outdoor water safety is reviewed in this course. 248 EAST LOS ANGELES COLLEGE GENERAL CATALOG 2018 2019
301-3 Swimming Skills III (1) UC:CSU Prerequisite: Kinesiology 301-2. This course covers advance techniques of swimming, terminology, and fluid mechanics in water. Swimming strokes include front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke, and butterfly. Racing starts, flip turns, dives, and touch turns are introduced on an advanced level. Advance principles of training include interval training concepts, increase yardage and advance breathing techniques to build endurance. Indoor and outdoor water safety is reviewed in this course. 301-4 Swimming Skills IV (1) UC:CSU Prerequisite: Kinesiology 301-3. This course helps prepare swimmers for the physical requirements of Advanced Life Saving and Water Safety instructor. Advanced techniques of swimming, terminology, and fluid mechanics in water are covered in this course. Swimming strokes include front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke, sidestroke, and butterfly. Racing starts, flip turns, dives, and touch turns are introduced on an advanced level. Advanced principles of training include: Interval training concepts, increased yardage, and advance breathing techniques to build endurance. Indoor and outdoor water safety is reviewed in this course. 303 Aqua Aerobics (1) UC:CSU This fitness conditioning class consists of a series of exercises and aerobic dance steps in conjunction with stretching and body dynamics to help promote cardiovascular and muscular fitness. 307 Swim and Run for Fitness (1) UC:CSU This course develops cardiovascular conditioning and fitness through running and swimming laps. It enables students to gain awareness of the importance of proper running techniques/postural alignment, including progressive resistance training and conditioning for the purpose of training for a triathlon. Nutrition and concepts of fitness are also covered. 327 Lifelong Fitness Lab (1) UC:CSU This course develops and encourages positive attitudes and habits with regards to cardiovascular efficiency, body composition, flexibility, muscular strength, and muscular endurance to achieve lifelong fitness. The students rotate through a series of weight training, core, and cardiovascular exercises in both anaerobic and aerobic training methods. Each student upon entry, is screened and assessed using a variety of physical fitness measuring techniques. The screening and assessment process is then repeated at the conclusion of the semester. This class also gives students the tools to achieve lifelong fitness and the techniques and knowledge to better prevent heart disease and diabetes. 328-1 Bicycle Spinning I (1) UC:CSU This course develops and improves both cardiovascular endurance and leg strength through stationary bike workouts. Intensity of workouts vary. Resting and target heart rates are used to monitor improvements in the students cardiovascular system. 328-2 Bicycle Spinning II (1) UC:CSU Prerequisite: Kinesiology 328-1. This course covers the intermediate principles designed to build on basic techniques from Bicycle Spinning I. Intervals, rolling hills, sprints, climbs, runs, and jumps challenges students to improve their cardiovascular system, help build leg strength, burn calories, and increase endurance. 328-3 Bicycle Spinning III (1) CSU Prerequisite: Kinesiology 328-2. This course covers the advanced principles designed to build upon intermediate techniques from Bicycle Spinning II. Students participate in a variety of advanced rhythmic drills involving variable speed and resistance simulating rolling hills, sprints, climbs, runs, and jumps. Using high intensity interval training students improve their cardiovascular fitness, build muscular strength and endurance, and increase their resistance to fatigue. 330-1 Cardio Kickboxing - 1 (1) UC:CSU This course is designed to introduce the areas of cardiovascular efficiency by using basic kickboxing techniques. Students participate in low intensity kickboxing movements and work towards increasing fitness levels. It emphasizes proper alignment, execution, and timing of slower-paced movements from kickboxing, boxing, and aerobic dance. 330-2 Cardio Kickboxing - 2 (1) UC:CSU Prerequisite: Kinesiology 330-1. This is the second level intermediate non-contact activity course designed to build on basic kicking and punching techniques from Cardio Kickboxing-1. New techniques and combinations are added to improve overall fitness including: Cardiorespiratory endurance, muscular strength and endurance, flexibility, body composition, aerobic dance, kickboxing, boxing, and execution. 331-1 Cross Training - 1 (1) UC:CSU In this course, students learn a variety of cross training activities to achieve their personal fitness goals. The course includes lecture on nutrition, exercise physiology concepts, and participation in a workout designed to improve cardiovascular conditioning and body composition, increase muscle strength/endurance and flexibility. 333 Step Aerobics and Weight Training (1) UC:CSU This course consists of a combination of strength training, the use of weight training machines, step aerobics, and low impact aerobics. These activities are utilized to gain fitness, emphasizing flexibility, muscular strength, and cardiovascular endurance. EAST LOS ANGELES COLLEGE GENERAL CATALOG 2018 2019 249
334-1 Fitness Walking I (1) UC:CSU In this course, students focus on achieving cardiovascular fitness and a healthy lifestyle through walking. Topics include basic fitness walking principles, proper technique, shoe selection, posture, gait, walking styles, flexibility, clothing, safety limitations, assessing fitness level, and the physical health benefits from walking. 335-1 Fitness and Weight Control - 1 (1) UC:CSU This course introduces students to healthy weight control strategies and an individualized approach towards exercise for lifelong fitness. Topics include assessing and improving fitness levels, developing a realistic exercise program, nutrient tracking, healthy meal choices, goal setting, label reading, weekly weigh ins, and active lifestyle approaches that are involved in maintaining appropriate levels of fitness and weight control. 336-1 Zumba Fitness I (1) UC:CSU This course enables the student to participate in basic Zumba group exercise that combines a fusion of high energy Latin and International music with unique moves and combinations. Zumba integrates some of the basic principles of aerobic, interval, and effective fitness resistance training to maximize caloric output, cardiovascular benefits, and total body toning. Zumba provides a non-intimidating opportunity for non-dancers to participate in a group aerobic class. 337 Boot Camp II (1) UC:CSU Prerequisite: Kinesiology 237. This course is designed as a moderate intensity style boot camp class that is conducted both on and off campus using indoor and outdoor facilities. Training exercises used during this class includes basic aerobic and anaerobic conditioning, muscular strength, resistance and endurance training, and also individual and team concepts. In addition, students are challenged to understand and apply fitness principles, anatomy and physiology, the prevention of training injuries, target heart rate, and the intensity of exercise as well as nutrition for fitness. The students train individually, with a partner, or in a team setting. 338-1 Power Boxing I (1) UC:CSU This beginning course is a high-intensity, full body workout that targets all of the major muscle groups. Training exercises are taught in intervals combining basic boxing combinations using punch pads, cardiovascular drills, along with body weight exercises. Students train individually, with a partner, and in a group setting. 338-2 Power Boxing II (1) CSU Prerequisite: Kinesiology 338-1. This intermediate course is a high-intensity, full body workout that is designed to build on basic boxing techniques from Power Boxing 1. New training exercises are taught in intervals combining intermediate boxing combinations using punch pads, high intensity cardiovascular drills, along with intermediate body weight exercises. New techniques and combinations are added to improve overall fitness. Students train individually, with a partner, and in a group setting. 339-1 Spin & Sculpt I (1) CSU This course combines Indoor Cycling (AKA Bicycle Spinning ) using the stationary bike with off-the-bike exercises for a full body workout. Students ride along to upbeat music as they burn a substantial amount of calories, lengthen and strengthen muscles, build core stability, tone biceps and triceps, and improve their cardiovascular health. 345 Body Dynamics Activity (1) UC:CSU This course is designed to provide challenging fitness activity by combining strength exercises with endurance steps (rhythmical movements). Emphasis is placed on aerobics to significantly increase the efficiency with which oxygen is processed and delivered throughout the body. 346-1 Body Toning I (1) CSU This beginning body toning course enables students to gain awareness of the importance of exercise, including progressive resistance training, aerobic body conditioning and endurance training for the purpose of body shaping and toning muscles. In addition, students are challenged to understand and apply basic fitness principles, basic anatomy and physiology, the prevention of training injuries, as well as nutrition for fitness. 350-1 Weight Training - 1 (1) UC:CSU This course covers the basic principles of weight training. It develops a general program of progressive resistance exercises with adaptation and implication for the individual student. Attention is given to terminology, use of equipment, safety precautions, nutrition and weight control, and introductory factors of muscular anatomy and physiology. 350-2 Weight Training - 2 (1) UC:CSU Prerequisite: Kinesiology 350-1. This course covers the intermediate principles of weight training for men and women. It develops a general program of progressive resistance exercises with adaptation and implication for the individual student. Attention is given to terminology, use of equipment, safety precautions, program development, fitness assessment, heavy rope training, care and prevention of injury, nutrition for fitness, steroid use, anatomy and physiology. 365-1 Introduction to Backpacking (1) UC:CSU This course introduces the student to the fundamental techniques of backpacking. Conditioning, a survey of equipment, orienteering, hiking safety, first aid and campsite preparation will be covered. Field trips will be planned. 250 EAST LOS ANGELES COLLEGE GENERAL CATALOG 2018 2019
366-1 Badminton Skills 1 (1) UC:CSU Students learn the basic fundamental skills and knowledge necessary to play badminton such as the serve, forehand, backhand, clear, drop, and smash shots. Also covered are singles and doubles strategy, along with the history of badminton, basic terminology, rules, and scoring. Safety and selection of equipment are included. 366-2 Badminton Skills 2 (1) UC:CSU Prerequisite: Kinesiology 366-1. In this course, students learn intermediate skills and knowledge necessary to play badminton such as cross court, down the line and reverse cross-court clears; at the net, from the back court, and from the mid-court drops; and forehand and backhand service. The course also covers offensive and defensive techniques of the smash as well as training drills, agility, endurance, and court coverage for competitive play. 370 Table Tennis (1) UC:CSU This course offers instruction and practice in fundamental table tennis skills, basic techniques, rules, strategies, and competition. 371-1 Tennis I (1) UC:CSU This class is designed to teach the basic fundamental skills and knowledge necessary to play tennis such as the forehand, backhand, serve and volley, both in singles and doubles play. This course also introduces the selection and care of equipment, rules, proper etiquette, terminology, positioning and strategies of the game, and the components of fitness. 386-1 Baseball I (1) UC:CSU This course introduces basic drills to create beginning skills, and understanding of terminology, and rules of baseball. Drills, safety, and repetition are the primary focus in the areas of throwing, catching, and baserunning. 386-2 Baseball II (1) UC:CSU Prerequisite: Kinesiology 386-1. This course is a second-level baseball class that gives instruction on intermediate baseball skills, techniques, rules, and game strategies. Students are required to compete in scrimmage situations against local community college teams. This course is designed for prospective intercollegiate baseball players. 387-1 Basketball I (1) UC:CSU This course is designed to teach basic basketball skills. It not only emphasizes fundamental basketball skills such as dribbling, passing, and shooting but it also includes the selection and care of equipment, rules, offense and defensive strategy, etiquette, terminology, and the components of fitness. 387-2 Basketball II (1) CSU Prerequisite: Kinesiology 387-1 In this course, students practice, at an intermediate level, the fundamental skills of basketball (dribbling, shooting, rebounding, and passing) and improve their ability to perform these skills under game conditions. They learn how to be contributing team members on offense and defense by setting screens, playing various zone defenses, and running a half-court press. 388 Flag Football (1) UC:CSU This course is designed to provide weekly participation in vigorous physical activity involving group work in flag football techniques, terminology, rules, and regulations. 389-1 Soccer I (1) UC:CSU This course is designed to teach students the basic soccer skills of passing, dribbling, shooting, and goalkeeping. The course also introduces basic theories of individual and team offense and defense, as well as the Laws of the Game, proper etiquette, terminology, and the components of fitness. Students learn proper soccer techniques with practice skills and feedback. 390-1 Softball - 1 (1) UC:CSU This course introduces basic softball drills to create fundamentals, game terminology, and introduce the rules of softball. Drills, safety, and repetition are the primary focus in the areas of throwing, catching, and base running. Skill assessments and a written final exam serve to evaluate student achievement. 390-2 Softball - 2 (1) UC:CSU Prerequisite: Kinesiology 390-1 This course is a second-level softball class that gives instruction on advanced softball skills, techniques, rules, and game strategies. Students are required to compete in scrimmage situations against local junior college teams. This course is designed for prospective intercollegiate softball players. 391-1 Volleyball I (1) UC:CSU This course in introductory volleyball is designed to teach the basic volleyball skills of passing, setting, spiking, serving, and blocking. The course introduces individual and team offense and defense systems, as well as the rules, etiquette, terminology, and strategies for volleyball. 185 Directed Study - Kinesiology (1) CSU CONFERENCE 1 HOUR PER WEEK PER UNIT. This course allows a student to improve fitness skills, and/or practice a specific activitiy independently with the guidance EAST LOS ANGELES COLLEGE GENERAL CATALOG 2018 2019 251
of his or her instructor. The student signs a contract which specified the exact expectation of the instructor for the student. CREDIT LIMIT: A MAXIMUM OF 6 UNITS IN DIRECTED STUDY MAY BE TAKEN FOR CREDIT. Note: UC does not grant credit for variable topics courses in Kinesiology because of credit restrictions in this area. Kinesiology Athletics (Intercollegiate Athletics) (KIN ATH) Note: Passing grade in 12 units is required for eligibility. Note: Passing grade in 24 units is required for second-year competition eligibility. Courses listed below provide the opportunity to participate in intercollegiate athletics, involving varsity competition in a recognized intercollegiate Conference and in state competition when appropriate. Participation in intercollegiate sports requires concurrent enrollment in not less than 12 units of college work and a minimum of a 2.0 GPA. 502 Intercollegiate Sports - Badminton (3) UC:CSU RPT3 This course offers instruction in the intermediate and advanced techniques of badminton. The opportunity to learn strategies and the finer points of doubles and singles play is provided. Rigorous physical conditioning skills, practice and intercollegiate competition is a part of the course activities. 503 Intercollegiate Athletics - Baseball (3) UC:CSU RPT3 This course is for the intercollegiate baseball team. It offers advanced baseball skills and techniques. It provides an opportunity to learn the fine skills and strategies needed to compete at the collegiate level. The course also provides additional exposure to students interested in articulating to fouryear colleges or professional baseball programs. 504 Intercollegiate Athletics - Basketball (3) UC:CSU RPT3 This is the intercollegiate basketball team course. This course is designed to develop individual and team skills in basketball so that the student can compete on the intercollegiate level. Basketball theory, strategies, offense, defense, ball-handling skills and playing experience are emphasized. This course requires intercollegiate basketball competition. 506 Intercollegiate Athletics - Cross Country (3) UC:CSU RPT3 This is the intercollegiate cross country team course. It includes endurance workouts, speed training, hill training, and weight training. Nutritional concepts are discussed, as well as psychological preparation. This course requires the student athletes to compete as a member of the cross country team. 508 Intercollegiate Athletics - Football (3) UC:CSU RPT3 This course offers instruction in the intermediate and advanced techniques of football. The opportunity to learn strategies and the finer points of offensive and defensive play is provided. Rigorous physical conditioning skills, practice and intercollegiate competition is a part of the course activities. 511 Intercollegiate Athletics - Soccer (3) UC:CSU RPT3 This course concentrates on the theory, techniques, and practice of intercollegiate soccer. Conditioning and preparing for intercollegiate competition will assist in the development of advanced play skills and knowledge of soccer. 512 Intercollegiate Athletics - Softball (3) UC:CSU RPT3 This course offers instruction in the intermediate and advanced techniques of softball. The opportunity to learn strategies and the finer points of offensive and defensive play is provided. Rigorous physical conditioning skills, practice and intercollegiate competition is a part of the course activities. 513 Intercollegiate Athletics - Swimming and Diving (3) UC:CSU RPT3 Intercollegiate Athletic competitive swimming and diving team course for eligible athletes. Instruction, demonstration and practice of fundamental and advanced swimming and diving techniques, including starts, turns, stroke technique, breathing, interval training and intercollegiate competition. 515 Intercollegiate Athletics - Track and Field (3) UC:CSU RPT3 This course includes the theory, technique, and practice of intercollegiate track and field competition. Conditioning, event techniques, and preparing for competition in regularly scheduled track meets are emphasized. 516 Intercollegiate Athletics - Volleyball (3) UC:CSU RPT3 This course is the intercollegiate volleyball team course. In this course, students learn fundamental, intermediate, and advanced principles, theories, and skills of volleyball and practice volleyball skills, including setting, spiking, passing, and offensive and defensive strategies while participating in intercollegiate competition. 517 Intercollegiate Athletics - Water Polo (3) UC:CSU RPT3 This course is designated for the Intercollegiate Water Polo team and requires participation in intercollegiate water polo games as a member of the college team. The course covers fundamental and advanced principles/theories of water polo techniques, including instruction, demonstration, and practice of swimming, eggbeater kick, offense, defense, counter attack, and man up and man down situations as well as strategies and game play. 518 Intercollegiate Athletics - Wrestling (3) UC:CSU RPT3 This course is the intercollegiate wrestling course. 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and the finer points of wrestling. Rigorous physical conditioning skills, practice, and participation in intercollegiate competition are part of the course activities. 551 Intercollegiate Football - Offensive Techniques (1) UC:CSU RPT3 This course is designed for the student-athlete and provides knowledge specifically for offensive techniques for football with emphasis on offensive skills, fundamentals, data input, and offensive philosophy. The student also learns new rules and strategic plays necessary for competition at advanced levels. 552 Intercollegiate Sports - Conditioning & Skills Training (1) UC:CSU RPT3 This course is designed for the student athlete. The following areas are emphasized: The analysis and training of athletic skills, the analysis of offensive and defensive systems, physical conditioning, strength training, and aerobic conditioning. 553 Intercollegiate Football - Fitness & Skills Training (1) UC:CSU RPT3 football with emphasis on skills, fundamentals, injury prevention, and safety. The student also learns new rules and strategic plays necessary for competition at advanced levels. 556 Intercollegiate Basketball - Fitness & Skills Training (1) UC:CSU RPT3 basketball with emphasis on skills, fundamentals, injury prevention, and safety. The student also learns strategic play necessary for competition at advanced levels. 557 Intercollegiate Baseball - Fitness & Skills Training (1) US:CSU RPT3 baseball, emphasizing injury prevention and safety. The goal of this class is to improve general fitness and strength and to increase explosiveness and speed. The student athlete also learns strategic plays necessary for competition at advanced levels. 558 Intercollegiate Soccer - Fitness & Skills Training (1) UC:CSU RPT3 soccer with emphasis on skills, fundamentals, injury prevention, and safety. The student also learns strategic play necessary for competition at advanced levels. 563 Intercollegiate Volleyball - Fitness & Skills Training (1) UC:CSU RPT3 This course is designed to provide focused strength and conditioning exercises necessary to compete at an advanced level of volleyball competition and to emphasize safety and injury prevention. New rules and movement for volleyball are presented. Cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength, and flexibility are achieved through plyometric, isometric, and power exercises. 564 Intercollegiate Softball - Fitness & Skills Training (1) UC:CSU RPT3 softball, emphasizing injury prevention and safety. The goal of this class is to improve general fitness and strength and to increase explosiveness and speed. The student also learns strategic plays necessary for competition at advanced levels. 565 Intercollegiate Badminton - Fitness & Skills Training (1) UC:CSU RPT3 This course is designed for the out of season badminton student-athlete. This course provides an advanced strength and conditioning program specific to badminton with emphasis on skills, fundamentals, injury prevention and safety. The student also learns intense strategic plays necessary for competition at advanced levels. 571 Intercollegiate Cheerleading - Fitness & Skills Training (1) UC:CSU RPT3 This course is designed for members of the ELAC cheerleading team and develops knowledge and provides skills to condition the body for cheer. In addition to exploring various conditioning programs, it offers an opportunity to enhance cheerleading techniques. Kinesiology Majors (KIN MAJ) CLASSES OPEN TO ALL STUDENTS AS WELL AS PHYSI- CAL EDUCATION MAJORS. 100 Introduction to Physical Education (3) UC:CSU (C-ID KIN 100) (UC Credit Limit: Maximum credit 8 units). This course surveys the significance of Physical Education in school programs, analyzes established standards of professional ethics, and reviews personal interests and qualifications necessary for successful leadership in this field. Emphasis is placed on career opportunities, history, philosophy, current trends, and curriculum development. 102 Foundations of Kinesiology (3) CSU This course introduces students to the multi-faceted field of Kinesiology. The breadth of human movement is revealed through field- and reflection-based experiences. Students are exposed to and develop liberal learning skills, professional development, a working definition of Kinesiology, and an appreciation for the field. 103 Introduction to Coaching Athletics (3) UC:CSU (UC Credit Limit: Maximum credit 8 units). This course presents a comprehensive study of the organization and techniques of coaching athletic activities. Topics include facilities, management, budget, coaching techniques, philosophies, and administration. EAST LOS ANGELES COLLEGE GENERAL CATALOG 2018 2019 253
104 Officiating Competitive Sports I (2) UC:CSU (UC Credit Limit: 8 units from KIN MAJ 103, 104, 105, 128, 129). LECTURE, 1 HOURS; This course includes the theory, practice, and techniques of officiating various activities in the sports of football, basketball, soccer, cross country, water polo, and other fall sports. 106 Sports Ethics (3) UC:CSU This course addresses a wide range of moral and ethical issues in sports. Topics include values, principles, racial and gender equity, coaching, commercialization, enhancing stimulants and eligibility, violence, sportsmanship and Code of Ethics in sports. Discussions include perspectives on the ethical issues facing athletes today in youth sports, intercollegiate athletics, Olympic sports, and professional sports. 109 Women in Sport (3) UC:CSU This course provides students with a chronological history, analysis and interpretation of people, events, and issues that affect women in sports. Physiological, sociological, and psychological aspects of female athletes, as related to all areas of sports, are covered. Students gain an understanding of the significant events of women in athletics from the past to the present and how their significance determines the future of women in sports. 130 Sports Medicine Clinic Practicum (2) CSU LECTURE, 1 HOUR; This course provides experience in the administration of management, prevention, and treatment of athletic injuries. The content of This course includes dramatizing the procedures for the evaluation of sports-related injuries. This hands-on course enables students to practice and be evaluated on their ability, skill, and knowledge of sports-related injuries. 134 Advanced Lifesaving (2) UC:CSU LECTURE, 1 HOUR; This class provides training in and the opportunity to get certified in the latest Red Cross Lifeguarding program. The Red Cross Lifeguarding certificate includes training in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), first aid, automated external defibrillator (AED), oxygen administration, and lifeguard management materials. 135 Water Safety Instruction (3) UC:CSU LECTURE, 2 HOURS; This American Red Cross water safety instructor certification course teaches individuals how to instruct students in all levels of swimming and water safety skills. A qualifying swim test is required, and an ARC-WSI certificate is granted upon successful course completion. 117 Personal Trainer Instructor (3) CSU This course is designed to give students the knowledge and understanding necessary to prepare for the Personal Trainer Certification Exam and become effective personal trainers. This is a comprehensive course for designing individualized programs based on each client s unique health, fitness, and goals. The information covered by this course helps students learn how to facilitate rapport, adherence, self-efficacy and behavior change in clients, as well as design programs that help clients to improve posture, movement, flexibility, balance, core function, cardiorespiratory fitness, and muscular endurance and strength. 128 Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries (3) UC:CSU (UC Credit Limit: 8 units from KIN MAJ 103, 104, 105, 128, 129). LECTURE, 2 HOURS; This course teaches the principles, techniques, and ethics used by the athletic trainer in the care and prevention of athletic injuries. The scope of this class includes identification of common athletic injuries, their causes and preventative measures, first aid treatment, and associated follow-up care. 129 Advanced Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries (3) UC:CSU (UC Credit Limit: 8 units from KIN MAJ 103, 104, 105, 128, 129). Prerequisite: Kinesiology Majors 128. LECTURE, 2 HOURS; This course teaches advanced understanding and illustration of the care and prevention of athletic injuries. It encompasses advanced aspects of identifying common athletic injuries, emergency treatment, preventive measures, and associated follow-up care using advanced rehabilitation techniques. 254 EAST LOS ANGELES COLLEGE GENERAL CATALOG 2018 2019