2011 General CataloG & announCement of Courses - Ventura College

PE V56 - TENNIS: BEGINNING - 1-1.5 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
This course teaches the basic skills of tennis including basic
strategy, rules, etiquette, and techniques of playing tennis and
introduces tennis grips, forehand, backhand, serve, volley, lob, and
scoring.
Field trips may be required. PE V56, V57 & V58 may be taken in
any combination for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly PE 56. Transfer
credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
PE V57 - TENNIS: INTERMEDIATE - 1-1.5 Units
Prerequisite: PE V56 or equivalent skills
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
This course will provide an introduction to the intermediate
techniques of tennis. Special emphasis will be placed on the
improvement of serves, volleys, ground strokes, overheads, and
lobs, including advanced strategies of singles and doubles.
Field trips may be required. PE V56, V57 & V58 may be taken in
any combination for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly PE 57. Transfer
credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
PE V58 - TENNIS: ADVANCED - 1-1.5 Units
Prerequisite: PE V57 or equivalent skills
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
This course introduces the advanced techniques and theory of
playing tennis including strategy of tournament playing.
Field trips may be required. PE V56, V57 & V58 may be taken in
any combination for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly PE 58. Transfer
credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
PE V59 - TRACK AND FIELD - 1-1.5 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
This course provides instruction in and practice of the events
in track and field. Topics include techniques, strategies, fitness
conditioning, and rules pertaining to all aspects and events of track
and field.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly PE 59. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations -
see counselor.
PE V60 - YOGA FUNDAMENTALS - 1-1.5 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
This course introduces yoga techniques for the beginning student
while challenging students familiar with yoga with more advanced
skills. Yoga means “union.” This course will emphasize the
integration and harmonization of the mind, body and spirit through
Hatha Yoga. Hatha Yoga is a form that emphasizes asanas (postures)
and incorporates pranayama (breath control). Students will improve
physical strength and muscular endurance, increase circulation, and
improve flexibility and balance. They will also learn to quiet the mind,
improve concentration and focus, and reduce stress.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Transfer credit: CSU; UC;
credit limitations - see counselor.
PE V61 - VOLLEYBALL: BEGINNING - 1-1.5 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
This course introduces the basic skills of volleyball including
strategy, rules, individual skills, and techniques of playing volleyball.
PE V61, V62, & V63 may be taken in any combination for a
maximum of 4 times. Formerly PE 61. Transfer credit: CSU; UC;
credit limitations - see counselor.
PE V62 - VOLLEYBALL: INTERMEDIATE - 1-1.5 Units
Recommended preparation: PE V61 or equivalent skills
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
Students will be introduced to intermediate techniques of
volleyball, including the overhand serve, blocking, digging, and
power spiking. Continuing development of proper technique is
emphasized.
PE V61, V62, & V63 may be taken in any combination for a
maximum of 4 times. Formerly PE 62. Transfer credit: CSU; UC;
credit limitations - see counselor.
PE V63 - VOLLEYBALL: ADVANCED - 1-1.5 Units
Recommended preparation: PE V62 or equivalent skills
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
This course introduces advanced techniques and strategies of
power volleyball. Students will prepare for intercollegiate volleyball
competition and highly competitive tournament play. All phases of
offensive and defensive strategies and rules of the game will be
studied and practiced.
PE V61, V62, & V63 may be taken in any combination for a
maximum of 4 times. Formerly PE 63. Transfer credit: CSU; UC;
credit limitations - see counselor.
PE V64 - SOFTBALL - 1-1.5 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
This course introduces the fundamentals of softball with an
emphasis on skills, techniques, rules and strategy. Competitive
experience will be offered through class competition.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly PE 64. Transfer
credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
PE V66 - BASIC TAI CHI - 1-1.5 Units
Hours: 2-3 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course introduces Tai Chi movement for the beginning
as well as the more advanced student. Emphasis will be placed
on the integration and harmonization of the mind, body and spirit
through chi. Students will be introduced to a traditional Tai Chi style
and will learn basic Tai Chi skills including breathing techniques,
mindfulness, focus, postures, forms and sequences. Students will
increase circulation and improve flexibility, postural alignment,
balance and concentration while conserving energy, preventing injury
and reducing stress.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
PE V67 - SOCCER - 1-1.5 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
This course is designed to help students develop skills to
play soccer. Topics include the history of soccer, rules, safety,
techniques, and strategy.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly PE 67. Transfer
credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
PE V68 - DANCE PERFORMANCE FOR ATHLETIC
EVENTS - 2 Units
Hours: 4 lecture-laboratory weekly
This is a course designed to provide an opportunity to develop
and practice the skills necessary for public performance at sporting
events. There will be an emphasis on the skill development of stunts,
footwork, dance choreography, cheer and group performance. This
course requires public performances.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly DANC V20.
200 Credit Courses, Degrees, Certificates, and Awards Ventura College Catalog 2010 - 2011