Chabot College
Course Outline for Physical Education 12
TENNIS SKILLS PROFICIENCY LAB
September 1993
Removed Fall 2006
Course Description:
PHED 12 – Tennis Skills Proficiency Lab
(May be repeated 3 times)
3 units
Basic concepts of organization and instruction of tennis on the recreational level. Designed to increase
proficiency in the basic skills of tennis and enable the demonstration of those skills to others. Prerequisite:
Intermediate skill level. 1 hour lecture, 3 hours laboratory.
Expected Outcomes for Students:
Upon completion of the course, the student should be able to:
1. increase level of tennis skills;
2. develop ability to recognize common stroke errors;
3. develop an appreciation and knowledge of the game of tennis;
4. understand pedagogical techniques of tennis.
Course Content:
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Ground strokes—forehand and backhand
Service
Net game
Overhead
Volley
Footwork
Stroke production
Conditioning drills
Methods of Presentation:
1. Lecture and demonstration.
2. Students assisting in PE 1 or 2 tennis classes.
3. Guest speakers
4. Films and video
Methods of Evaluating Student Progress:
1. Written examination
2. Practical examination in skills
3. Evaluation as student assistant
Textbooks:
None
Special Student Material:
1. Tennis attire
cr
12/79
Rev. 9/20/84, 10/4/84, 11/89, 10/92, 9/93
(22-tnpro)