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CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, FULLERTON

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CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, FULLERTON COURSE SYLLABUS BEGINNING GOLF SPRING 2014 Kinesiology 119 A T&Th 9 - 13995 , T&Th 10 - 13996, F 9 - 13997, F 11 - 13998 Instructor: Jim Howe Office: 273 Office Hours Tue. 8-9 Wed. 9-10 Phone: (714) 269 6314 Department Phone: (657) 278 3139 Email: jhowe@fullerton.edu or jhowe2@aol.com Website: www.howegolf.com COURSE DESCRIPTION This course is for the beginning golfer. The objective is to acquaint the student with the “game of golf.” This will be accomplished by teaching the fundamentals of the golf swing and proper practice techniques. A particular emphasis will be placed on rules and etiquette. Also included will be instruction on the short game as well as proper equipment selection. EXPECTED OUTCOMES 1. The student will develop feeling and understanding for the fundamentals of the golf swing 2. The student will learn proper practice procedures. 3. The student will have a knowledge of rules, etiquette and terms needed to play a round of golf. 4. Student will be able to play and evaluate a round of golf. TEXT Recommended - Learning Golf’s Essential Elements FACILITY CSUF athletic field and Brea Golf Course Driving Range, 501 W. Fir, Brea EQUIPMENT At Brea Golf Course Driving Range clubs will be provided. Students will be required to purchase their own practice golf balls at the driving range. Cost will vary depending on the type of practice. ATTIRE The golf course and driving range have a dress code which must be followed. Men, no sleeveless shirts, no jean shorts, no flip flop shoes, no tank tops, no sandals unless they are golf sandals. INCLEMENT WEATHER We will meet at the Brea Golf Course clubhouse. ASSUMPTION OF RISK BY THE STUDENT Having been informed of the general risks associated with any physical activity, the specific risk associated with golf include the back, fingers, elbows and shoulders, as well as risks associated with hitting golf balls at a public driving range. The student assumes all potential risks and consequences described previously as well as any other risks which may occur during class time. Students should be aware that when classes meet and are dismissed at the driving range, the University is not responsible for their risks to and from the meeting area. IMPORTANT NOTE ON INSURANCE The University does not have or provide non-travel accident insurance for students. Matriculated CSUF students are entitled to use services available at the campus Student Health Center during its normal hours of operation. Students are advised to carry an adequate health insurance policy of their own. Reasonably priced limited coverage insurance is available through the Associated Students. SPECIAL ACCOMADATIONS Students requiring special accommodations must contact Disabled Student Services in UH 101. Students with proper documentation should make this need known to the instructor during the first week of classes and every reasonable effort will be made to accommodate the student’s needs. GRADING AND EVALUATION 1. Test#1 Midterm – 20 multiple choice questions on etiquette, rules and golf swing. 20 points 2. Test #2 Final – 30 multiple choice questions on etiquette, rules and golf swing. 30 points 3. Skill test – practical exam on ability to perform practice drills. 60 points 4. Etiquette test – practical exam on knowledge of etiquette needed for a round of golf. 40 points 5. Round of golf – written evaluation on a 9 hole round of golf. 30 points 6. Tournament critique – written critique on a golf tournament. 20 points Final Grade Calculation 200 points A+ 197-200 A 184-196 A- 180-183 B+ 177-179 B 164-176 B- 160-163 C+ 157-159 C 144-156 C- 140- 143 D 120-139 F 0 - 119 ATTENDANCE Attendance and participation are a minimum requirement for completing a performance course and are therefore taken into consideration when determining final grades. Each student will be allowed to miss the equivalent of one weeks work of class without penalty. Each absence thereafter will result in the student’s final grade being lowered by one half grade. Furthermore, students are required to attend a minimum of 70% of class sessions in order to receive a passing grade in the course. A performance course meeting two times each week will require that the student attend a minimum of 21 classes to pass the class. Failure to do so will result in an automatic F in the course. ACADEMIC DISHONESTY A student who employs dishonest tactics shall be subject to action ranging from reprimand to a grade of F. Please refer to the current catalog form more particular information. SCHEDULE –TUESDAY/THURSDAY CLASSES Week 1 Introduction, class syllabus Class meets at Brea Golf Course on Thursday Week 2 Relaxation, club path/stance, hand action/grip Week 3 Tue - Putting Thu - Backswing Week 4 Tue – Putting Thu - Downswing Week 5 Tue – Putting/Etiquette Thu – Full Swing Week 6 Tue - Putting/Etiquette Thu – Chip Shots/Practice Week 7 Tue - Etiquette/Rules Thu – Pitch Shots/Practice Week 8 Tue – Putting/Etiquette/Rules Thu - Practice Week 9 Tue. - Test 1 – at Brea Golf Course Thu. - Different Clubs Week 10 Tue – Putting/Etiquette Thu – Review Drills Week 11 Review for Skill & Etiquette Test Week 12 Skill & Etiquette Test Week 13 Skill & Etiquette Test Week 14 Skill & Etiquette Test Week 15 Final at CSUF SCHEDULE – FRIDAY CLASSES Week 1 Introduction, syllabus Week 2 Relaxation, club path/stance, hand action/grip Class meets at Brea Golf Course Week 3 Backswing/Putting Week 4 Downswing/Putting Week 5 Full Swing/Putting & Etiquette Week 6 Chip Shots/ Practice/Putting/Etiquette Week 7 Pitch Shots/Practice/Putting/Etiquette & Rules Week 8 Different clubs/Putting/Etiquette/Rules Review for First Test Week 9 Test 1 – at Brea Golf Course Week 10 Review drills/Putting/Etiquette/ Week 11 Review for Skill/Etiquette Test Week 12 Skill/Etiquette Test Week 13 Skill/Etiquette Test Week 14 Review Week 15 Final at CSUFmailto:jhowe@fullerton.edumailto:jhowe2@aol.comhttp://www.howegolfshapeimage_2_link_0shapeimage_2_link_1shapeimage_2_link_2


CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, FULLERTON COURSE SYLLABUS INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED GOLF SPRING 2014 Kinesiology 119 B- 13999 & C- 14000 Wed. 1:20 PM Instructor: Jim Howe Office: 273 Office Hours Tue. 8-9 Wed. 9-10 Phone: (714) 269 6314 Department Phone: (657)278 3139 Email: jhowe@fullerton.edu or jhowe2@aol.com Website: www.howegolf.com COURSE DESCRIPTION This course is for the intermediate and advanced golfer. The objective is to further the student’s ability and knowledge of the “game of golf.” This will be accomplished by teaching the fundamentals of the golf swing and proper practice techniques. A particular emphasis will be placed on rules and etiquette. Also included will instruction on the short game, club selection and golf course strategy. EXPECTED OUTCOMES 1. The student will develop feeling and understanding for the fundamentals of the golf swing 2. The student will learn proper practice procedures. 3. The student will gain knowledge of rules, etiquette and terms needed to play a round of golf. 4. Student will be able to play and analyze a round of golf based on class instruction TEXT Learning Golf’s Essential Elements FACILITY Brea Golf Course & Driving Range, 501 W. Fir, Brea EQUIPMENT Golf clubs will be provided if needed. Students will be required to purchase their own practice golf balls at the driving range. Cost will vary with class. ATTIRE The golf course and driving range have a dress code which must be followed. Men, no sleeveless shirts. No jean shorts, no flip flop shoes, no tank tops, no sandals unless they are golf sandals. INCLEMENT WEATHER In the event of inclement weather, we will meet in the back room of the Brea Golf Course clubhouse. ASSUMPTION OF RISK BY THE STUDENT Having been informed of the general risks associated with any physical activity, the specific risk associated with golf include the back, fingers, elbows and shoulders, as well as risks associated with hitting golf balls at a public driving range. The student assumes all potential risks and consequences described previously as well as any other risks which may occur during class time. Students should be aware that when classes meet and are dismissed at the driving range, the University is not responsible for their risks to and from the meeting area. IMPORTANT NOTE ON INSURANCE The University does not have or provide non-travel accident insurance for students. Matriculated CSUF students are entitled to use services available at the campus Student Health Center during its normal hours of operation. Students are advised to carry an adequate health insurance policy of their own. Reasonably priced limited coverage insurance is available through the Associated Students. SPECIAL ACCOMADATIONS Students requiring special accommodations must contact Disabled Student Services in UH 101. Students with proper documentation should make this need known to the instructor during the first week of classes and every reasonable effort will be made to accommodate the student’s needs. GRADING AND EVALUATION 1. Test#1 Midterm – 20 multiple choice questions on etiquette, rules and golf swing. 20 points 2. Test #2 Final – 30 multiple choice questions on etiquette, rules and golf swing. 30 points 3. Skill test – practical exam on ability to perform practice drills. 60 points 4. Etiquette test – practical exam on knowledge of etiquette needed for a round of golf. 40 points 5. Round of golf – written evaluation on a 9 hole round of golf. 30 points 6. Tournament critique – written critique on a golf tournament. 20 points Final Grade Calculation 200 points A+ 197-200 A 184-196 A- 180-183 B+ 177-179 B 164-176 B- 160-163 C+ 157-159 C 144-156 C- 140- 143 D 120-139 F 0 - 119 ATTENDANCE Attendance and participation are a minimum requirement for completing a performance course and are therefore taken into consideration when determining final grades. Each student will be allowed to miss the equivalent of one weeks work of class without penalty. Each absence thereafter will result in the student’s final grade being lowered by one half grade. Furthermore, students are required to attend a minimum of 70% of class sessions in order to receive a passing grade in the course. A performance course meeting two times each week will require that the student attend a minimum of 21 classes to pass the class. Failure to do so will result in an automatic F in the course. ACADEMIC DISHONESTY A student who employs dishonest tactics shall be subject to action ranging from reprimand to a grade of F. Please refer to the current catalog form more particular information. SCHEDULE Week 1 Introduction, Class Syllabus Week 2 Meet at Brea Golf Course for the remainder of the semester with the exception of the final. Relaxation, Hand Action & Club path Week 3 Backswing /Downswing & Full Swing Week 4 Practice, Putting, Short Game, Rules & Etiquette Week 5 Practice, Putting, Short Game, Rules & Etiquette Week 6 ½ Class Plays, ½ Class Practices Week 7 ½ Class Plays, ½ Class Practices Week 8 Short Game/ Review for First Test Week 9 Test 1 at Brea Creek Week 10 Different Clubs Week 11 Trouble Shots Week 12 ½ Class Plays, ½ Class Skill Test Week 13 ½ Class Plays, ½ Class Skill Test Week 14 Teaching the Golf Swing & Review for Final Week 15 Final at CSUFmailto:jhowe@fullerton.edumailto:jhowe2@aol.comhttp://www.howegolf.comshapeimage_3_link_0shapeimage_3_link_1shapeimage_3_link_2