Central Arizona College

PAC 101A Basic and Beginning Techniques of Golf

Credit Hours: 1
Effective Term: Fall 2015
SUN#: None
AGEC: None

Credit Breakdown: 3 Labs
Times for Credit: 2
Grading Option: A/F Only
Cross-Listed: None

Description: The basic elements of the game of golf, the rules of golf, golf course etiquette and basic golf play. May be taken two times for credit.

Prerequisites: None

Corequisites: None

Recommendations: None

Measurable Student Learning Outcomes
1. (Comprehension Level) Explain and discuss the game of golf, rules of golf, golf course etiquette and play. 2. (Application Level) Demonstrate and discuss pre-shot basics including grip, stance and posture, body alignment, simple swing drills, and the pre-shot routine. 3. (Application Level) Demonstrate and discuss backswing basics including take-away, half-backswing, pivot and weight shift, and top of the backswing. 4. (Application Level) Demonstrate and discuss forward-swing basics including swing speed and tension level, downswing, club face rotation, swing path, and finish. 5. (Application Level) Demonstrate and discuss short game basics including putting, chipping and pitching.
Internal/External Standards Accreditation
1. Answer written quizzes at 80% or better covering the rules and etiquette of golf as defined by the U.S. Golf Association Rule Book. 2. Perform pre-shot basics correctly for each golf club. 3. Perform back swing basics correctly for each golf club. 4. Perform forward swing basics correctly for each golf club.