Course Description
This course provides the student the basics of etiquette, techniques and rules of golf as a leisure fun time activity. Topics include: practice techniques, strategy, grips, stances, chips, putts, full swings, sand shots and club selection. Course content emphasizes the basic skills involved in club selection, golf course layout, shot selection and execution and the golf swing. Rules, golf ready play, scoring, handicapping, terminology, tee times, pace of play, care of course, safety, warm-up, conditioning and etiquette are practiced on the Driving Range and the Course.
Repeatable for Credit
Yes
Repeatable Times
Undergrad- Repeatable 3 Times
At the end of this course, students will be able to:
- Develop good basic fundamental mechanics for full-swing, chipping and putting which include: alignment, proper grip, proper posture, a sound set up, a consistent pre-shot routine and a basic understanding of swing mechanics and positions.
- Gain knowledge of how the game is played and how to play a round of golf which includes: terms used on the course, proper etiquette, course management, pace of play, conditioning, warm-up and safety.
- Develop a basic understanding of how to hit a: slice, hook, high shot and low shot.
- Acquire an understanding of the Rules of Golf which includes: definitions, penalties, drop procedures, scoring, handicapping and types of play-match and stroke.
- Gain an appreciation for the game of golf as a lifetime sport and enjoyment activity.