Glendale Community College

Not all classes in all disciplines are offered every semester. See the Class Schedule or contact the Kinesiology Division office for offerings in the current semester.

Course catalog descriptions are listed below. For the full course outline of record, please visit the curriculum and instruction page.

140
BEGINNING BADMINTON
1.0 Unit
PE 140 provides instruction in the fundamental skills and knowledge of rules and play in the sport of badminton. Development of singles and doubles strategies, competitive participation and the use of badminton as a lifelong physical activity are emphasized.

Laboratory 3 hours.

Prerequisite: None.

Course Typically Offered: Fall/Spring.

Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (Badminton Family)

141
INTERMEDIATE BADMINTON
1.0 Unit
PE 141 provides instruction in intermediate level techniques and strategies in badminton. Development of biomechanics and fitness in fundamental skills is emphasized, as well as more advanced shots and game play strategies for both singles and doubles.

Laboratory 3 hours.

Prerequisite: PE 140 or equivalent.

Course Typically Offered: Fall/Spring.

Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (Badminton Family)

142
BADMINTON III
1.0 Unit
PE 142 provides instruction in advanced level techniques and strategies in badminton. Mastery of biomechanics and fitness in advanced skills is emphasized, as well as development of advanced shots and game play strategies for both singles and doubles

Laboratory 3 hours.

Prerequisite: PE 141. (Badminton Family)

202
BEGINNING GOLF
1.0 Unit
PE 202 introduces students to the fundamentals of golf. Instruction and practice on the golf range and course include an overview of equipment, rules and etiquette, proper swing technique and mental aspects of game play. This course is conducted at an off -campus golf facility.

Note: Each student must pay a golf course facilities fee and provide their own golf clubs.

Laboratory 3 hours.

Prerequisite: None.

Course Typically Offered: Fall.

Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (Golf Family)

203
INTERMEDIATE GOLF
1.0 Unit
PE 203 offers instruction and practice in intermediate golf. This course builds on the application of the fundamental knowledge and skills developed in PE 202. Students learn intermediate level golf techniques including analysis of the course, shot strategies and problem-solving skills. This course is conducted at an off -campus golf facility.

Note: Each student must pay a golf course facilities fee and provide their own golf clubs.

Laboratory 3 hours.

Prerequisite: PE 202 or equivalent.

Course Typically Offered: Fall.

Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (Golf Family)

204
ADVANCED GOLF
1.0 Unit
PE 204 offers instruction and practice in advanced golf. This course builds on the application of the intermediate knowledge and skills developed in PE 203. Students learn advanced level golf techniques including advanced skill development, strategies of game play, and mental preparation techniques. This course is conducted at an off - campus golf facility.

Note: Each student must pay a golf course facilities fee and provide their own golf clubs.

Laboratory 3 hours.

Prerequisite: PE 203 or equivalent.

Course Typically Offered: Fall/Spring.

Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (Golf Family)

256
PICKLEBALL 1
1.0 Unit
PE 256 covers the beginning concepts of pickleball. Emphasis is placed on fundamental skills including rules, terminology, and court etiquette. Instruction is given on basic strokes: forehand, backhand, volley and serve.

Laboratory 3 hours.

Prerequisite: None.

Course Typically Offered: Fall/Spring.

Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (RACQUET FAMILY)

257
PICKLEBALL II
1.0 Unit
PE 257 builds on fundamental knowledge of pickleball rules‚ etiquette‚ basic skills‚ strokes‚ footwork‚ scoring and strategy. Emphasis is on intermediate skills development including: the dink‚ dropshot‚ lob‚ overhead smash and shot placement.

Laboratory 3 hours.

Prerequisite: PE 256

Course Typically Offered: Fall/Spring.

Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (RACQUET FAMILY)

258
PICKLEBALL III
1.0 Unit
PE 258 offers instruction and practice in advanced pickleball techniques‚ strategy and conditioning. Emphasis is on mastering basic and intermediate techniques and integrating them into game strategies and match play

Laboratory 3 hours.

Prerequisite: PE 257

Course Typically Offered: Fall/Spring.

Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (RACQUET FAMILY)

261
BEGINNING TENNIS
1.0 Unit
PE 261 covers the beginning concepts of tennis. Emphasis is placed on fundamental skills including rules, terminology, and court etiquette. Instruction is given in the basic strokes: forehand, backhand, volley, and serve.

Laboratory 3 hours.

Prerequisite: None.

Course Typically Offered: Fall/ Spring.

Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (Tennis Family)

262
INTERMEDIATE TENNIS
1.0 Unit
PE 262 builds on fundamental knowledge of tennis rules, etiquette, basic skills, strokes, footwork, scoring and strategy. Emphasis is on intermediate skills development including: shot placement in game situations, the lob and overhead smash, and the use of spins in fundamental strokes.

Laboratory 3 hours.

Prerequisite: PE 261 or equivalent.

Course Typically Offered: Fall/Spring.

Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (Tennis Family)

263
ADVANCED TENNIS
1.0 Unit
PE 263 offers instruction and practice in advanced tennis techniques, strategy, conditioning, and preparation for tournament play. The emphasis is on providing the student with several advanced techniques to utilize during match and tournament play. The course offers students the opportunity to improve their level of play through various advanced drills and techniques that build on fundamental and intermediate skills.

Laboratory 3 hours.

Prerequisite: PE 262 or equivalent.

Course Typically Offered: Fall/ Spring.

Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (Tennis Family)