Chabot College Fall 2003

Replaced Fall 2010

Course Outline for Physical Education 16

College Success for Athletes

Course Description:

PHED 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. May be offered in Distance Education delivery format. 1 hour.

Prerequisite Skills:

None

Expected Outcomes for Students:

Upon completion of this course the student should 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

  1. Life goals (long term)

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College Success for Athletes - PHED 16, Page 2

3.  Area C: Rules and Regulations

a.  COA

1)  1st year athlete

2)  2nd year athlete

b.  NCAA and NAIA

1)  Qualifier

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:

1.  Lectures

2.  Discussion

3.  Matriculation Activities

4.  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

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College Success for Athletes - PHED 16, Page 3

2.  Methods of Evaluating Student Progress

a.  Class discussion and participation

b.  Completed SEP & assessment

c.  Final Exam

Textbook:

NCAA Transfer Guide, National Collegiate Athletic Association, 2002

Special Student Materials:

None

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Revised: October 02

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