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Dakota College at Bottineau Course Syllabus
Course Prefix/Number/Title
: HPER 101-2 Activity (Golf)
Number of credits
: 0.50
Course Description
: The student will have the opportunity to develop basic golf skills through lectures,
demonstration, drills and game play. The student will also gain knowledge of golf etiquette and other
areas as related to the game of golf.
Pre-/Co-requisites
: None
Course Objectives:
A
. To understand the physiological, psychological, and social benefits of golf.
B.
To learn basic terms, rules, history, and etiquette related to the game of golf.
C
. To learn about the equipment and attire used in golf (different clubs and uses, shoes, clothing).
D
. To understand and perform the basic mechanics involved in the set-up, swing, and contact point for
each area of golf (driving, chipping, putting).
E.
To be able to recognize the cause and correction of common errors (i.e.; slicing, topping).
F.
To develop the cooperative skills necessary for preparing and playing a round of golf on a course
(i.e.; keeping score, location of courses).
G.
To recognize the various emotions involved with golf and identify how they can be helpful or
detrimental to the game and one’s concentration.
H.
To gain an appreciation for the game and how adults and their families can enjoy golf and the
lifetime benefits it provides.
Instructor
: James Hollowell
Office:
Thatcher 120 C
Office Hours:
Mon, Wed, Fri 10am-12pm
Phone:
701-228-5678
Lecture/Lab Schedule
: Tuesdays at Noon Starting March 21
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Textbook(s):
None
Course Requirements
: None