Physical Education
Lower-Division Courses
5A. Aquatics: Swimming Level I (no credit).
F,W,S
Coeducational. Water exploration and primary skills development. Course
is designed to teach only “non-swimmers” how to swim. The following is
taught: Red Cross swimming instruction in overcoming fears, water adjustment,
floating, breath holding, and rhythmic breathing. Skills to be learned
are: water entries, sculling, treading, elementary backstroke, freestyle,
methods of water safety, and survival techniques. Prerequisite(s): instructor
determination of skills level at first class meeting. Enrollment limited
to 15. J. Kimball
5B. Aquatics: Swimming Level II (no credit). F,W,S
Coeducational. Stroke readiness and development. Course is for those who
have completed Swimming Level I or who can swim freestyle and demonstrate
elementary backstroke. Skills to be learned are underwater swimming, turns,
improvement of freestyle and elementary backstroke, beginning side stroke,
backstroke, breaststroke, diving, personal safety skills, and basic rescue
techniques. Prerequisite(s): instructor determines skill level at first
class meeting: pass Swimming Level I course or demonstrate equivalent
skills. Enrollment limited to 20. J. McCallum, J. Kimball
5C. Aquatics: Swimming Level III (no credit). F
Coeducational. Stroke refinement and skill proficiency. Course teaches
refinement of basic strokes and introduces butterfly, plus backstroke,
surface diving, turns, endurance swimming, and survival techniques. Prerequisite(s):
instructor determines skill level at first class meeting: pass in Swimming
Level II course or possess equivalent skills in freestyle, sidestroke,
elementary backstroke, and breaststroke. Enrollment limited to 30.
J. McCallum
5D. Aquatics: Swimming Level IV (no credit). W,S
Coeducational. Advanced skills. Designed to perfect the techniques and
skills of all basic strokes plus butterfly, surface dives, survival swimming,
basic diving, endurance swimming, and personal and rescue skills. Prerequisite(s):
pass in Swimming Level III course or possess equivalent swimming skill
requirements in freestyle, backstroke, sidestroke, or competitive swimming;
instructor determines skill level. Enrollment limited to 30. J. McCallum
5E. Aquatics: Lifeguard Training (LT). F,S
Red Cross certified lifeguard training. Provides the necessary minimum
skills training to qualify as a non-surf lifeguard. Certification includes
CPR Pro, AED, PDT, D2, ADMIN, and Title 22 First Aid. Candidates must
successfully pass final skill tests and written final exam with 80 percent
score. Prerequisite(s): must have ability to swim 500 yards in ten minutes,
tread water for one minute, strong swimming skills in free, back, breast,
side, and elementary backstroke; must purchase Red Cross LT text book;
students are billed for a course fee. Enrollment limited to 20. K.
Musch, J. McCallum
5F. Water Safety Instructor (WSI). S
Coeducational. A Red Cross course designed to certify students who complete
all required work as swimming instructors. Instruction in teaching techniques,
stroke analysis, skilled swimming, class organization, pool safety, and
pool maintenance. Practice teaching assignments outside of class with
practical and written final exams. Screening test given at first class
meeting. Prerequisite(s): must be 17 years old, possess valid ARC Instructor
Candidate Training card (ICT), and ARC swimmers-level skills. (Emergency
Water Safety (EWS), or Lifeguard Training (LT) certificate is highly recommended);
students are billed for a course fee (includes textbook). Enrollment limited
to 12. K. Musch, J. McCallum
5G. Aquatics: Swimming/Conditioning (no credit). F,W,S
Open to all students who wish to explore swimming as a conditioning and
fitness exercise. Students should know three competitive strokes, and
should be able to swim fifteen minutes without stopping. Short health
and fitness lectures precede some classes. Prerequisite(s): instructor
determination at first class meeting. Enrollment limited to 40. K.
Musch, J. McCallum
5H. Aquatics: Competitive Swimming (no credit). W
Emphasis on competitive swimming and conditioning techniques. For students
who want instruction at the competitive level of swimming. Three hours
per week. Prerequisite(s): instructor determination at first class meeting.
K. Musch
5R. Aquatics: Basic Scuba Diving (no credit). F,W,S
Coeducational. Sections geared toward the successful completion of NAUI
Scuba Diver Certification. The course is divided into three parts: lecture,
pool lab, and open water experience. Four open water training dives are
offered. Emphasis is on training for open water scuba diving, using the
beach as a base of operation. It is strongly recommended that students
enroll in course 5S. Students are billed for a course fee. Prerequisite(s):
pass swimming skills tests and medical clearance. Enrollment limited to
24. C. Shin
5S. Aquatics: Boat Scuba Diving (no credit). S
Coeducational. A minimum of two days of boat diving is offered. Emphasis
is on training for open water scuba diving using a boat as the base of
operation. There is a charge for the boat charter which varies from quarter
to quarter. Prerequisite(s): basic SCUBA certification and receive medical
clearance. Enrollment limited to 20. C. Shin
5T. Aquatics: Advanced Scuba Diving (no credit). F,S
Coeducational. Sections are offered to facilitate the development of the
basic scuba diver's open water techniques. A minimum of six open water
experiences is offered. Course is geared toward successful completion
of NAUI Advanced Scuba Diver Certification. Students are billed for a
course fee. Prerequisite(s): course 5R or pass swimming skills test and
medical clearance. Enrollment limited to 18. C. Shin
5U. Aquatics: Scuba Instruction (no credit).
F,W,S
Coeducational. A course designed for the experienced scuba student who
wishes to assist with the scuba instruction program at UCSC. Topics covered
include teaching techniques, skin and scuba techniques, rescue techniques,
and safety procedures. Specialty labs are also offered in conjunction
with this course which cover a variety of diving skills. Each student
is required to enroll in one lab section per quarter. Supervised teaching
experience is also provided. Prerequisite(s): Basic Scuba Certification
and special prerequisite checking by instructor. Enrollment limited to
30. C. Shin
9B. Boating: Basic Sailing (no credit). F,W,S
Coeducational. Introductory course in practical boating safety using 15-foot,
two-person sailboats. Satisfactory completion meets prerequisites for
intermediate-level sailing courses (dinghy or keelboat). Includes an introduction
to rigging, nomenclature, seamanship, proper boat handling techniques,
and general boating and aquatic safety. Students are billed for a course
fee. Prerequisite(s): swimming ability. Enrollment limited to 18. P.
Vandenberg, R. Kingon
9C. Boating: Intermediate Sailing (no credit). F,W,S
Coeducational. Offered for both dinghy and keelboat. Dinghy section includes
a review of basic sailing with an emphasis on the further development
and refinement of small boat sailing techniques. Fifteen-foot, two-person
sailboats are used. Keelboat section includes an introduction to rigging,
handling, and sailing of the heavier displacement Moore-24 sloops. Boating
safety and seamanship stressed. Students are billed for a course fee.
Prerequisite(s): course 9B or equivalent skills. Enrollment limited to
16. P. Vandenberg, R. Kingon
9D. Boating: Advanced Sailing (no credit). F,S
Coeducational. Offered for both dinghy and keelboat. The dinghy sections
are designed for students interested in high performance sailing using
single-handed boats (Lasers and Coronado 15's). These courses include
special techniques used in racing conditions. The keelboat section includes
a further development and refinement of boat handling techniques, including
advanced maneuvering, anchoring, racing, with an introduction to the use
of spinnakers. Students are billed for a course fee. Prerequisite(s):
course 9C or equivalent skills. Enrollment limited to 12. P. Vandenberg
9E. Boating: Competitive Sailing (no credit). F
Coeducational. Instruction and coaching at the advanced sailing level
in racing dinghies and keelboats. Emphasis on the physical and mental
requirements for racing sailboats and the technical aspects of sail racing.
Students will be involved in intercollegiate competition. Prerequisite(s):
advanced sailing ability. P. Vandenberg
9H. Boating: Intermediate Rowing (no credit). F,W,S
Coeducational intermediate course designed to cover more advanced rowing
techniques and the skills needed for safe open water rowing. Students
are billed for a course fee. Prerequisite(s): basic rowing or permission
of instructor. Enrollment limited to 12. R. Kingon
9J. Boating: Basic (no credit). F,W,S
Coeducational. Course designed to cover types of rowing boats, nomenclature,
fundamental skills, and specific safety and rescue aspects related to
the activity. Students will row singly as well as in groups using 15-foot
to 22-foot rowing dories. Students are billed for a course fee. Prerequisite(s):
swimming ability. Enrollment limited to 12. R. Kingon
15B. Court Sports: Basketball (no credit). F,W,S
Coeducational. Instruction in fundamentals, offensive and defensive strategies,
rules, and conditioning designed primarily for beginning and intermediate
level players. Enrollment limited to 20. R. Hansen, The Staff
15H. Court Sports: Racquetball (no credit). F,W,S
Coeducational. The beginning section provides an introduction to the basic
knowledge and skills involved in this indoor racquet sport. The advanced
beginning section continues the development of the basic skills emphasizing
increased shot variety and advanced strategy. The intermediate section
offers the opportunity for further skill development and introduces more
advanced offensive skills. Enrollment limited to 18. R. Hansen, C.
George, J. Bardos
15N. Court Sports: Tennis (no credit). F,W,S
Coeducational. The beginning section introduces the basics of forehand,
backhand, and serve. Advanced beginning section reviews these basics and
introduces the volley, overhead, and lob. The intermediate section reviews
all stroke mechanics and covers basic singles and doubles strategy. The
advanced section includes use of spins, practice principles, detailed
stroke analysis, and advanced play situations. Competitive Tennis is a
year-long program for members of the intercollegiate tennis teams. Students
are billed for a course fee. Enrollment limited to 24. R. Hansen, D.
Muldawer
15T. Court Sports: Volleyball (no credit). F,W,S
Coeducational. Beginning/intermediate, intermediate, and advanced sections
are offered for students who desire to learn and improve the basic skills,
as well as to understand the rules. Competitive section is open to students
interested in participation in the UCSC NCAA Women's Volleyball team.
It covers information and practice in all aspects of the competitive volleyball
season. The Staff
20A. Dance: Ballet (no credit). F,W,S
Coeducational. Sections offered at various technical levels graded from
I to III. Emphasis on principles of movement, style, and execution of
ballet technique. Section in ballet repertory where advanced students
have the opportunity to perform is offered in the spring quarter. Students
are billed for a course fee. L. Norris
20B. Dance: Folk (no credit). F,W,S
Coeducational. International folk dance with an emphasis on Balkan and
Israeli dances. Sections are also offered periodically in Mexican dance.
R. Cochlin
20C. Dance: Jazz (no credit). F,W,S
Coeducational. Sections offered at various technical levels graded from
I to III. Exploration of jazz dance emphasizing basic technique, styling,
rhythm, and isolations. Jazz and contemporary music is used as accompaniment.
Some background in ballet strongly recommended before continuing to Jazz
II or III. Section in jazz dance repertory where advanced students have
the opportunity to perform is offered in spring quarter. Students are
billed for a course fee. Enrollment limited to 40. L. Norris, R. Buck
20D. Dance: Modern (no credit). F,W,S
Coeducational. Sections offered at various technical levels graded from
I to III. Emphasis on basic techniques and building phrases of movement.
Section in choreography and improvisation offered in spring quarter. Section
in dance repertory offered periodically. Students are billed for a course
fee. R. Cochlin, R. Buck
20F. Dance: Individual Studies in Dance (no credit). F,W,S
Coeducational. Designed to give students the opportunity of pursuing their
particular interests in the field of dance with the support and direction
of a faculty member. Prerequisite(s): instructor determination at first
class meeting. R. Cochlin
25A. Fencing: Épée (no credit). F,W,S
Coeducational. Basic instruction in the techniques, strategy, and general
methodology of modern épée fencing. Emphasis on épée fencing as a development
from the traditional French and Italian dueling sword styles as they have
evolved to form the modern electrical épée game. Students are billed for
a course fee. C. Blackburn
25B. Fencing: Foil (no credit). F,W,S
Coeducational. Instruction in modern competitive French-Italian foil techniques
for beginning, intermediate, and advanced levels. Emphasis on physical
and mental conditioning leading to improved skill in recreational and
competitive areas of involvement. Students are billed for a course fee.
C. Blackburn
25C. Fencing: Sabre (no credit). F,W,S
Coeducational. Instruction and practice in basic offensive and defensive
skills of modern Hungarian sabre technique. Emphasis on physical and mental
conditioning as a foundation for more advanced levels of instruction.
Preparation for recreational and competitive involvement. Students are
billed for a course fee. C. Blackburn
25D. Fencing: Intermediate Sabre (no credit). F,W,S
Coeducational. Instruction and practice in intermediate offensive and
defensive skills of modern Hungarian sabre technique. Emphasis on physical
and mental conditioning. Preparation for recreational competitive involvement.
Students are billed for a course fee. Enrollment limited to 30. C.
Blackburn
28J. Field Sports: Rugby Football (no credit). F
Coeducational. Instruction and drills for persons with little or no playing
experience. Course covers physical conditioning, basic fundamentals, rules,
strategy, and preparatory development for sports clubs. The Staff
28K. Field Sports: Soccer (no credit). F,W,S
Coeducational/Women's. Sections are offered in field soccer and indoor
soccer. Instruction in the basic techniques, tactics, laws of the game,
and injury prevention for beginners and advanced players. Prerequisite(s):
instructor determination at first class meeting. P. Lester, P. Holocher
30G. Fitness Activities: Physical Conditioning (no credit). F,W,S
Coeducational. An exercise course designed to increase the participants'
strength, flexibility, coordination, and cardiovascular endurance. Special
attention is given to understanding and utilizing sound and safe principles
of body alignment and movement. C. Mori, R. Buck, T. Chinn
30H. Fitness Activities: T'ai Chi Ch'uan (no credit). F,W,S
Through balanced movement and breath control, T'ai Chi Ch'uan attempts
to forestall many processes of aging by cultivating greater strength of
body, mind, and spirit. C. Blackburn
30J. Fitness Activities: Weight Training (no credit). F,W,S
Coeducational. An introduction to safe and effective methods of using
weight training and other personal conditioning activities. Topics covered
include proper weight training techniques, care of body and equipment,
and elementary exercise physiology. C. Mori, D. Muldawer, R. Andrews,
T. Chinn, D. Lewis
30L. Fitness Activities: Yoga Exercises (no credit). F,W,S
Coeducational. Sections offered at beginning, continuing beginning, and
advanced beginning levels of Hatha Yoga. J. Kimball, R. Cochlin
43A. Martial Arts: Aikido (no credit). F,W,S
Coeducational. A nonviolent, noncompetitive Japanese martial art emphasizing
mind-body harmony, balance, relaxation, and the understanding of vital
energy. Aikido self-defense techniques aim toward the creative resolution
of conflict and the growth of the individual. Sections offered at beginning
and experienced levels. Y. Shibata
43G. Martial Arts: Tae Kwon Do (Karate) (no credit). F,W,S
Coeducational. Sections offered at the beginning and intermediate/advanced
levels. Covering basic skills, knowledge, and philosophy of Tae Kwon Do
and providing instruction in the following aspects of martial arts study:
fundamental techniques of self-defense, physical conditioning, emotional
control, self-discipline, and self-confidence. Enrollment limited to 35.
S. Song
50. Personal Fitness and Wellness (no credit). F,W,S
Designed to improve the overall health of each participant. Course material
will touch on all the major components of wellness: physical, emotional,
social, spiritual, and intellectual health. Topics include cardiovascular
training, strength training, flexibility, fitness testing, stress reduction,
nutrition, and recreation. Enrollment limited to 20. C. Mori, R. Andrews