KNES 1B
Beginning Swimming
Course Description
The course is an introduction to Kinesiology through the development of skills and techniques for the beginning swimmer. Global and historical development of swimming as a fitness and competitive activity will be discussed. Beginning stroke skills, survival methods, diving from the side of the pool, and deep-water swimming will be covered. American Red Cross stroke standards will be followed but adaptations will be allowed based on physical ability, age, strength, and gender. Students will review basic exercise physiology and nutrition appropriate to swimming.
Class Details
| CRN | Course | Section | Days | Times | Instructor | Loc |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27796 | KNES 1B | 02 Seats open | Tuesday, Thursday | 11:30 AM-12:20 PM | Danielle Altman | POOLM |
Class Dates: This class runs from 2026-09-21 to 2026-12-11.
Class Materials
Course Details
- Units
- 0.5 Units
- Hours
- Weekly Lecture Hours: 0
- Weekly Lab Hours: 2
- Program Status
- Program Applicable
- Credit
- Credit - Degree Applicable
- Grading Method
- Letter Grade
- Pass/No Pass
Requisite and Advisory
- Prerequisite
- KNES 1A or pass swimming placement test which consists of swimming 25 yards in deep water
- Advisory
- ESL 272 and ESL 273, or ESL 472 and ESL 473, or eligibility for ENGL C1000 or ENGL C1000H or ESL 5