Chabot College Fall 2010 Course Outline for Physical Education 32 INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETICS – BASEBALL Catalog Description: 32 – Intercollegiate Athletics - Baseball (May be repeated 3 times.) Students will learn how to improve and perform advanced sport-specific and skill specific fundamentals, training and conditioning for intercollegiate competition. Training will include, but not be limited to, baseball specific fundamentals and skills, techniques and sport specific conditioning/training. Students who desire to participate in intercollegiate athletics will be required to adhere to academic eligibility requirements listed in the CCCAA/ COA manual, pass a physical examination by a licensed medical doctor and demonstrate an ability to safely participate in the specific intercollegiate sport. Compliance with all rules/ regulations governing the specific intercollegiate sport will also be required. Additional requirements may be set forth by the Instructor of Record for each intercollegiate course. 10 hours. [Typical contact hours: 175] Prerequisite Skills: Students MUST possess, demonstrate and successfully execute advanced sport-specific skills (Baseball) and techniques as evaluated by the instructor (Head Coach). Expected Outcomes for the Students: Upon completion of the course the student will be able to: 1. Demonstrate and perform advanced skills, techniques and fundamentals of baseball; 2. Demonstrate an increased level of physical conditioning as related to the game of baseball; 3. Demonstrate an ability to play/compete at an advanced, intercollegiate level; and, 4. Comprehend and demonstrate the roles/concepts of team/group dynamics; i.e., collective responsibility, accountability, leadership, sportsmanship, trust, etc. Course Content: 1. 2. 3. 4. Pre-season conditioning/training Early season team preparation Practice and intercollegiate competition Evaluation and post-season activities Methods of Presentation: 1. Lecture demonstration 2. Daily practice 3. Team meetings Assignments and Methods of Evaluating Student Progress: 1. Typical assignments a. Physical conditioning drills b. Skill development c. Participation in intercollegiate contests 2. Methods of Evaluating Student Progress a. Class participation and advanced skill execution b. Improved individual performance c. Teamwork- ability to assimilate and demonstrate aforementioned group dynamics’ characteristics and qualities. 2 units Chabot College Course Outline for Physical Education 32, Page 2 Fall 2010 3. Student Behavior/Conduct a. Consult Chabot College Student Handbook for appropriate/proper student conduct, behavior and/or decorum. 4. COA, Conference and College Academic Eligibility Requirements a. Students must meet, conform and adhere to ALL eligibility requirements; i.e., grade point average, units, required classes, etc. Textbook(s) (Typical): None Special Student Material: 1. Basic athletic clothing (shoes, t-shirts, socks) 2. Sport- specific equipment (gloves, bats, cleats, hats, supporters)