2011 General CataloG & announCement of Courses - Ventura College

PE V69 - FOOTBALL - 1-1.5 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
This course introduces the theory and practice of football. There
will be an emphasis on skill development through the study, practice
and evaluation of techniques. Topics will also include mechanics,
drills, video analysis, and a review of the rules of football.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly PE 69. Transfer
credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
PE V70 - BASKETBALL - 1-2 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-3 laboratory weekly
This course introduces the fundamentals of basketball, including
the techniques, rules, and skills. Students will transfer the skills of
basketball to a game-playing situation. Emphasis will be placed on
shooting, passing, dribbling, and game strategies.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly PE 70. Transfer
credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
PE V71 - BASEBALL - 1-1.5 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
This course is designed to teach the fundamental skills of baseball
including throwing, pitching, catching, running, defense, and hitting.
Emphasis will be placed on the mental aspects of the game, as well
as the NCAA rules governing baseball.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly PE 71. Transfer
credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
PE V73 - MIND/BODY FLEXIBILITY AND
MOVEMENT - 1-1.5 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
This is a technique-oriented movement course that recognizes
and develops the connection of the mind, body, and spirit. It
integrates multiple movement techniques along with a foundational
understanding of how emotional, psychological and physical
states affect wellness. Movements are inspired by Feldenkrais and
Alexander techniques, Hatha and flow Yoga, Pilates, and ballet.
Students will develop increased flexibility, mind-body awareness, and
an improvement in overall wellness.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Transfer credit: CSU; UC;
credit limitations - see counselor.
PE V74 - POWER BODY BUILDING FOR INTERCOLLEGIATE
ATHLETES - 1-1.5 Units
Recommended preparation: participation in the Ventura College
Intercollegiate athletic program
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
This is a weight training and conditioning course designed for
students who are members of the Ventura College Intercollegiate
athletic program. Students will build strength, power, and bulk
necessary for athletic competition. Exercise will center on the
development of upper body strength, rehabilitation and strengthening
of knee joints, and training of the lower body. Emphasis will be
placed on power lifting. The conditioning phase will focus on the
development of agility, quickness, coordination, balance, and speed
through the implementation of competitive drills and routines.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly PE V42.
Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
PE V75 - CONDITIONING: CIRCUIT TRAINING FOR
INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETES - 1-1.5 Units
Recommended preparation: participation in the Ventura College
Intercollegiate athletic program
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
This circuit training course is designed for students who are
members of the Ventura College Intercollegiate athletic program.
Students move from exercise station to station, completing the
circuit in a specific amount of time. A variety of circuits are used
throughout the semester to meet various fitness goals. Lecture topics
will include strength development, flexibility maintainance, body
composition, weight loss, diet/cholesterol, heart disease risk factors,
and other parameters of fitness.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly PE V40.
Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
PE V100 - PERSONAL FITNESS TRAINING
CERTIFICATION - 3 Units
Hours: 2 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This course is designed to furnish the student with the knowledge,
skills, and abilities to prepare to become a Certified Personal Trainer.
Students will study how the muscular, skeletal, and cardiorespiratory
systems function. Topics include anatomy and physiology, principles
and methods of cardiovascular training, strength training, safety,
nutrition, and weight management.
Field trips may be required. Transfer credit: CSU; limitations - see
counselor.
PE V101 - EXERCISE PRESCRIPTION FOR THE PERSONAL
TRAINER - 2 Units
Prerequisite: PE V100
Hours: 2 lecture weekly
This course is designed to increase the understanding and
application of exercise prescription as a mode of disease prevention
and treatment, and as a means of achieving high levels of physical
fitness. Topics will include: risk stratification, advanced principles
of conditioning, exercise prescription for healthy populations and
special populations, behavior modification, leadership, and starting a
fitness business.
Field trips may be required. Transfer credit: for CSU; credit
limitations - see counselor.
INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETICS
PE V76 - INTERCOLLEGIATE BASEBALL - 1-3 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 2.5-9 laboratory weekly
This course introduces theory and practice of baseball. It is
designed to provide training for competition in intercollegiate
baseball.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly PE 76. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations -
see counselor.
PE V78 - INTERCOLLEGIATE BASKETBALL: MEN - 1-3 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 2.5-9 laboratory weekly
This course introduces theory and practice of basketball.
The course is designed to provide training for competition in
intercollegiate men’s basketball.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly PE 78. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations -
see counselor.
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