Chabot College
Fall 2010
Course Outline for Physical Education 16
COLLEGE SUCCESS FOR ATHLETES
Course Description:
16 - College Success for Athletes
1 unit
Aiding the student-athlete in developing realistic expectations of college, explore academic
programs, and understand what is necessary to succeed in college while competing in an
intercollegiate sport. Rules and regulations of the Commission on Athletics (COA), National
Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), and the National Association of Intercollegiate
Athletics (NAIA) will be defined. Eligibility and transferring to a four-year institution will be
explored. 1 hour.
[Typical contact hours: 17.5]
Prerequisite Skills: None
Expected Outcomes for Students:
Upon completion of this course the student will be able to:
1. describe the matriculation process;
2. identify individual learning styles;
3. use the Student Education Plan (SEP) for taking appropriate courses for transfer and
eligibility;
4. use educational resources on campus;
5. demonstrate understanding of COA regulations for eligibility;
6. demonstrate understanding of NCAA and NAIA regulations for transfer and
immediate eligibility.
Course Content:
1. Introduction to college athletics
a. Course overview
b. Balancing academics and athletics
c. Define goals (what is realistic?)
d. Probability of success in athletics
e. Life after athletics (where do I go from here?)
f. Time management
2. Planning Your Education
a. Assessment
b. English requirements
c. Math requirements
d. Complete a SEP
e. Revisit and revise a SEP
f. Choosing a major
g. Career goals
h. Life goals (long term)
3. Area C: Rules and Regulations
a. COA
1) 1st year athlete
2) 2nd year athlete
b. NCAA and NAIA
1) Qualifier
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2) Non-qualifier
3) Gray shirt and Red shirt
4. Transferring to a Four-year Institution
a. Qualifier vs. Non-qualifier
b. 2-4 and 4-2-4
c. CSU (Big 4) and IGETC
d. AA Degree requirements
e. Using the SEP for success in transferring
f. 25%, 50%, 75% Rule for Division I transfers
5. Learning Assistance Resources
a. Library
b. Internet
c. Tutoring
d. Other Campus Resources
e. Learning styles
1) Time management (revisited)
2) Visual learners
3) Auditory learners
4) Repetitive learners
Methods of Presentation:
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Lectures
Discussion
Matriculation Activities
In class activities
Assignments and Methods of Evaluating Student Progress:
1. Typical Assignments
a. Complete assessment tests
b. Completed SEP
c. Library assignment
1) Research projects on availability of periodical reference materials
d. Internet assignment
1) Computer access
2) www.ncaa.org
e. Statement of goals
f. Transfer Regulations assignment
g. COA assignment
2. Methods of Evaluating Student Progress
a. Class discussion and participation
b. Completed SEP & assessment
c. Quizzes
d. Final Examination
Textbook: NCAA Transfer Guide, National Collegiate Athletic Association, 2009
Special Student Materials: None
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