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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
BADMINTON I
1.0 Unit
PE 140 provides instruction in the fundamental skills, rules and game play in the sport of badminton. This course develops singles and doubles strategies, introduces competitive play, and encourages badminton as a lifelong physical activity. Laboratory 3 hours. Prerequisite: None. Course Typically Offered: Fall/Spring. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (Racquet Family)

141
BADMINTON II
1.0 Unit
PE 141 provides instruction in intermediate level techniques and strategies in badminton. This course focuses on body mechanics and fitness for game play, and develops more advanced shots and strategies for both singles and doubles. Laboratory 3 hours. Prerequisite: PE 140. Course Typically Offered: Fall/Spring. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (Racquet Family)

142
BADMINTON III
1.0 Unit
PE 142 provides instruction in advanced level techniques and strategies in badminton. Mastery of body mechanics, fitness, and advanced skills are emphasized, as well as development of advanced shots and game play strategies for both singles and doubles. Laboratory 3 hours. Prerequisite: PE 141. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (Racquet Family)

202
GOLF I
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
GOLF II
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. Course Typically Offered: Fall. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (Golf Family)

204
GOLF III
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. Course Typically Offered: Fall/Spring. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (Golf Family)

256
PICKLEBALL I
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. 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. 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. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (Racquet Family)

261
TENNIS I
1.0 Unit
PE 261 covers the beginning concepts of tennis, including the rules, terminology, and court etiquette. Students will practice fundamental groundstrokes including forehand and backhand, as well as developing skills for volley and serve. Laboratory 3 hours. Prerequisite: None. Course Typically Offered: Fall/Spring. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (Racquet Family)

262
TENNIS II
1.0 Unit
PE 262 builds on the student's fundamental knowledge of tennis rules, etiquette, basic skills, strokes, footwork, scoring and strategy. Students continue developing skills 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. Course Typically Offered: Fall/Spring. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (Racquet Family)

263
TENNIS III
1.0 Unit
PE 263 offers students instruction and practice in advanced tennis techniques, strategy, conditioning, and preparation for tournament play of singles and/or doubles tennis. Students identify their strengths and develop strategies that fit into their own style of play, and learn counter-strategies for an opponent's style. Laboratory 3 hours. Prerequisite: PE 262. Course Typically Offered: Fall/Spring. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (Racquet Family)