Los Angeles Trade Technical College
PE 101/102 Swimming Class
Instructor: Coach Joe Ratcliff
Summer 2003
Description of classes:
PE 101
Beginner swimmer is for those
students who have little to no experience in the water. In this class we
will teach you to be comfortable in the water, how to be safe in and around
the pool, how to float, breath, kick in the following strokes: Freestyle,
Backstroke, Elementary Backstroke, and how to do the Scissors kick and Butterfly
kick. The student also learns how to jump and dive into the water as well
as how to tread water.
PE 102
Advanced swimmer is for those
students who have either passed PE 101 or have some previous swimming experience.
In this class we will review pool safety and advance your skills in the
Freestyle, Backstroke, and Elementary Backstroke. You will then learn the
complete Sidestroke and Butterfly and learn how to swim the Breaststroke.
We also will advance your diving skills, your ability to tread water and
teach you how to do the Eggbeater kick.
Students with disabilities
who need any assistance or accommodations should contact the instructor.
The DSPS office (X035) is available to assist in accommodating a disabled
student.
Class Sections and Times:
Sections and Times:
M & W 8:35
a.m. 10:00 a.m. 2703 & 2704;
M & W 10:10 a.m. 11:45 a.m 2705
& 2706;
T & TH 8:35 a.m. 10:00 a.m. 2707
& 2708;
T or TH 4:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m. 2711
or 2722 (101 ONLY)
Instructor Contact Information and
Office Hours:
Office:
J-204 (Second floor J-Building
in Aerobic Fitness Center.)
Phone
Number: 213-763-3730
Email: ratclije@lattc.edu
On Pool Deck Hours:
Monday Thursday 5:30 a.m. 11:35 a.m.
Monday, Tuesday and Thursday 4:40 p.m. 9:00 p.m.
Wednesday 7:00 p.m. 9:00 p.m.
Friday 5:30 a.m. 7:30 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. 9:00 p.m.
In Office Hours:
Monday Thursday 12:00 2:00
p.m. (please try to make appointment)
Textbooks and Instructional Supplements:
No textbook, but some internet
work will be assigned.
Required Materials for Class:
Swimsuit, towel, goggles, and
cap (for long hair), and a positive attitude are required. Sandals for the
hot pool deck and bathrooms (optional).
Ear Infections:
If water remains in the outer
ear, it will cause an infection within a couple of days. In order to keep
the outer ear dry you can do the following:
Class Overview:
|
Week |
PE 101 |
PE 102 |
|
1 |
Introduction, Water safety and Lockers |
Introduction, Water safety and Lockers |
|
2-3 |
Swim skill test and water introduction.
Beginning Freestyle, Intro to deep water, Floating. 10 Minute Kick |
Deep water testing, Freestyle review.
Backstroke and Elementary backstroke review. 10 Minute Kick |
|
4-5 |
Backstroke basics, Elementary backstroke,
Jumping, 10 Minute swim |
Breaststroke and Butterfly, Shallow
dives, 10 Minute swim |
|
6-7 |
Scissor kick, shallow diving and
Treading water, 10 Minute Kick |
Sidestroke and water rescues, Treading
water, 10 Minute Kick |
|
8 |
Review and Water Tests Freestyle, Backstroke, Elementary Back and Jumping |
Review and Water Tests Freestyle, Backstroke, Elementary Back and Diving |
|
9-10 |
Butterfly kick, Treading water, Survival
Floating, 10 Minute swim |
Swim workouts and Reviews of new
strokes, Eggbeater kick 10 Minute swim |
|
11-12 |
10 Minute Swim, 10 Minute Kick and Water Test of remaining strokes and skills |
10 Minute Swim, 10 Minute Kick and Water Test of remaining strokes and skills |
|
|
|
|
Grading:
|
Type |
PE 101 Points |
PE 102 Points |
|
Attendance |
200 points (-8 for each day missed) |
200 points (-8 for each day missed) |
|
10 Minute Kick Test |
10 points |
10 points |
|
10 Minute Swim Test |
10 points |
10 points |
|
Water Test #1 |
20 points |
20 points |
|
Water Test #2 |
40 points |
40 points |
|
Extra Credit Class |
+ 8 points up to 5 classes |
+ 8 points up to 5 classes |
|
Make Up Class |
+4 points up to 10 classes |
+4 points up to 10 classes |
Grading continued:
|
Test Type |
PE 101 |
PE 102 |
|
10 Minute Kick (record best) |
Number of lengths -2 = Point total |
Number of lengths 5 = point total |
|
10 Minute Swim |
Number of lengths 3 = point total |
Number of lengths 6 = point total |
|
Water Test #1 |
Free, Back, Elem. Back, Jumping (5 points each) |
Free, Back, Elem. Back, Diving (5 points each) |
|
Water Test #2 |
Butterfly Kick, Scissor Kick, Diving,
Treading Water + All of Water Test #1 (5 points each) |
Sidestroke, Butterfly, Treading Water,
Breaststroke + All of Water Test #1 (5 points each) |
Total Possible Points= 280
A = 250-280
B = 220-249
C = 190-219
D= 150-189
F= 0- 149
Pool Rules:
Safety is our first concern
and the rules are intended to keep everyone safe in the pool area.