2017-18 Pomona College Catalog 
    
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Physical Education
  

  • PE022B PO - Yoga - II

    When Offered: Each semester.
    Instructor(s): J. Stark
    Credit: 0.25

    This is a level II yoga class. This class will explore deeper aspects of yoga practice including philosophy and yoga history. It is recommended that you have significant yoga experience and are free from injuries. Students should be comfortable with handstand at the wall and full backbend (wheel) with straight arms.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Physical Education
  

  • PE023 PO - Yoga - Kundalini

    When Offered: Each semester.
    Instructor(s): K. May
    Credit: 0.25

    Kundalini Yoga is a technology consisting of exercise and breathing techniques that can be practiced by anyone. It meets you where you are. It strengthens the body, promotes flexibility, and activates and circulates the “Life Force” flowing through the body. This promotes relaxation, self-healing, and personal growth. A complete system, it includes posture, breath, mental focus, music, mantra, visualization, meditation, and deep relaxation. Its effects include structural alignment, a strong nervous system, and a balanced glandular system. This class has been running unbroken for almost 50 years at the Claremont Colleges!
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Physical Education
  

  • PE025 PO - Introduction to the Weight Room

    When Offered: Each semester.
    Instructor(s): J. Scanlon; J. Pace
    Credit: 0.25

    In this course, students will gain experience, knowledge, and comfort navigating a weight room.  An emphasis will be placed on creating a safe, inclusive and welcoming space.  The instruction will focus on introductory/basic weight training principles, although the class is appropriate for all levels of fitness and experience.  Topics will include facilitating an inclusive culture in the weight room; safe and proper use of weight training equipment; proper gym etiquette; the biomechanics of strength training; utilizing weight training machines versus training with free weights; and the development of an effective weight training program to reach your personal goals. 
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Physical Education
  

  • PE026 PO - Martial Arts Shotokan Karate

    When Offered: Each semester.
    Instructor(s): T. Aponte
    Credit: 0.25

    Shotokan Karate-do is founded on a tradition which seeks to fulfill three primary objectives apart from self-defense. First is the promotion of good health and vitality. This is achieved by improving one’s aerobic fitness, coordination, strength, flexibility, and reflexes. Second, develop an appreciation for the Budo (Martial Art) culture, etiquette and philosophy. Third, the training in karate is used as a vehicle to inspire personal excellence and strives to cultivate one’s character by valuing such traits as courtesy, respect and humility. The student who perseveres will develop courage, self-control, and self-discipline. If these three objectives are kept in view Karate-Do becomes a healthy learning process and an excellent means of prolonging ones life by keeping physically fit. 
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Physical Education
  

  • PE027A PO - Martial Arts Tai Chi Beginning

    When Offered: As announced in semester schedule of classes.
    Instructor(s): Staff
    Credit: 0.25
  

  • PE027B PO - Martial Arts Tai Chi Beg/Interm

    When Offered: As announced in semester schedule of classes.
    Instructor(s): Staff
    Credit: 0.25

    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Physical Education
  

  • PE 030 PO - Contra Dance

    When Offered: As announced in semester schedule of classes.
    Instructor(s): T. Moore
    Credit: 0.25

    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Physical Education
  

  • PE 031 PO - Dance

    When Offered: As announced in semester schedule of classes.
    Instructor(s): Staff
    Credit: 0.25

    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Physical Education
  

  • PE032 PO - Dance - Hip Hop

    When Offered: Each semester.
    Instructor(s): P. Njuguna
    Credit: 0.25

    Hip Hop class will begin with a warm up and stretching. We will learn 2-3 different dance routines to the newest, most upbeat music. The class will perform the choreography at the end of learning the complete routine. Grades are based on attendance and effort. “The Goal”…show up, dance, have fun, and get a good workout while doing it!
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Physical Education
  

  • PE033A PO - Dance - Intl Latin Beginning

    When Offered: Each semester.
    Instructor(s): D. Machin
    Credit: 0.25

    Beginning International Latin Dance is an introductory ballroom dance course. Students will learn the basics of the Cha Cha, Rumba, Samba, and Jive.  This class will explore the social, competitive, and performative versions of the Latin Ballroom Dance category. No experience or equipment required. Casual students may take this class for two semesters, though more active dancers maybe move up after only one semester.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Physical Education
  

  • PE033B PO - Dance - Intl Latin Intermediate

    When Offered: Each semester.
    Instructor(s): D. Machin
    Credit: 0.25

    Intermediate International Latin Dance is a technique heavy ballroom dance course designed for students ready to take their dancing to the next level. Students will learn the proper form for the Cha Cha, Rumba, Samba, and Jive, as well as silver level routines.  This class will explore the social, competitive, and performative versions of the Latin Ballroom Dance category. One to two semesters of experiences required, and ballroom dance shoes are highly recommended. Casual students may take this class for two semesters, though more active dancers maybe move up after only one semester. Prerequisite: PE 033A PO .
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Physical Education
  

  • PE033C PO - International Latin Advanced

    When Offered: Fall 2017.
    Instructor(s): D. Machin
    Credit: 0.25

    Advanced International Latin Dance is a technique heavy ballroom dance course designed for students ready to take their dancing to the next level. Students will learn advanced routines for the Cha Cha, Rumba, Samba, and Jive, covering gold and open choreography. Time will also be dedicated to preparing for competitions. This is an advanced level class; one semester of Intermediate Latin and instructor permission are required. Latin dance shoes are required for this course. It is recommended, but not required, that you take this class with a partner. Students may take this course many times. Prerequisite: PE 033B PO .
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Physical Education
  

  • PE034A PO - Dance - International Standard Beginning

    When Offered: Each semester.
    Instructor(s): D. Machin
    Credit: 0.25

    Beginning International Standard Dance is an introductory ballroom dance course. Students will learn the basics of the Waltz, Tango, Viennese Waltz, Foxtrot, and Quickstep.  This class will explore the social, competitive, and performative versions of the Standard Ballroom Dance category. No experience or equipment required. Casual students may take this class for two semesters, though more active dancers maybe move up after only one semester.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Physical Education
  

  • PE034B PO - Dance - International Standard Intermed

    When Offered: Each semester.
    Instructor(s): D. Machin
    Credit: 0.25

    Intermediate International Standard Dance is a technique heavy ballroom dance course designed for students ready to take their dancing to the next level. Students will learn the proper form for the Waltz, Tango, Viennese Waltz, Foxtrot, and Quickstep, as well as silver level routines. This class will explore the social, competitive, and performative versions of the Standard Ballroom Dance category. One to two semesters of experiences required, and ballroom dance shoes are highly recommended. Casual students may take this class for two semesters, though more active dancers maybe move up after only one semester. Prerequisite: PE 034A PO .

     

    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Physical Education

  

  • PE034C PO - Dance - International Standard Advanced

    When Offered: As announced in semester schedule of classes.
    Instructor(s): D. Machin
    Credit: 0.25

    Advanced International Standard Dance is a technique heavy ballroom dance course designed for students ready to take their dancing to the next level. Students will learn advanced routines for the Waltz, Tango, Viennese Waltz, Foxtrot, and Quickstep, cover gold and open choreography. Time will also be dedicated to preparing for competitions. This is an advanced level class; one semester of Intermediate Standard and instructor permission are required. Standard dance shoes are required for this course. It is recommended, but not required, that you take this class with a partner. Students may take this course many times. Prerequisite: PE 034B PO .
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Physical Education
  

  • PE 035A PO - Dance - Smooth

    When Offered: Fall 2017.
    Instructor(s): K. Elser
    Credit: 0.25

    Beginning American Smooth Dance is an introductory ballroom dance course. Students will learn the basics of the American versions of the Waltz, Tango, Viennese Waltz, and Foxtrot. This class will explore the social, competitive, and performative versions of the Smooth Ballroom Dance category. No experience or equipment required.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Physical Education
  

  • PE 035B PO - Dance - Night Club

    When Offered: Fall 2017.
    Instructor(s): K. Elser
    Credit: 0.25

    Beginning Nightclub Dance is an introductory partner dance course. Students will learn the basics of salsa, bachata, hustle, nightclub two-step, merengue, and westcoast swing. This class will explore the social, competitive, and performative versions of the Nightclub Dance category. No experience or equipment required.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Physical Education
  

  • PE 040 PO - Pickleball

    When Offered: Fall 2017.
    Instructor(s): Staff
    Credit: 0.25

    The sweet sport with a sour name is one of the fastest growing sports in the world. This class is designed for students with little or no pickleball experience. Pickleball is a paddle sport that blends the sports of badminton, ping pong and tennis. The rules are relatively simple and the game is easy for beginners to learn-but can develop into a quick, fast-paced, competitive game for experienced players.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Physical Education
  

  • PE046B PO - Archery Intermediate

    When Offered: As announced in semester schedule of classes.
    Instructor(s): Staff
    Credit: 0.25
  

  • PE048 PO - Badminton

    When Offered: Each semester.
    Instructor(s): J. Scanlon; S Bickham
    Credit: 0.25

    This class will introduce you to the sport of badminton. You will learn the rules for playing singles and doubles matches, learn correct techniques, and learn strategies for playing badminton effectively. The class includes instructional drills, but mostly involves playing the sport.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Physical Education
  

  • PE055A PO - Fencing I

    When Offered: Each semester.
    Instructor(s): Staff
    Credit: 0.25

    There are three weapons used in modern European-based fencing: Foil, Epee, and Saber. Foils are best for beginning to learn the sport because they cover moves that are also used in saber and epee fencing. Many people specialize on one of the three swords, but all well-trained maestros should know to teach them all. This course will cover the techniques, rules, tactics, and psychology of competitive fencing. Goals are to have fun, since fencing is a sport, but it is also a game.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Physical Education
  

  • PE058 PO - Flag Football

    When Offered: As announced in semester schedule of classes.
    Instructor(s): F. Pericolosi
    Credit: 0.25

    This course covers fundamental skill development, offensive and defensive strategy, and competitive game play. Skills taught will include throwing, catching, route running, blocking, pass rush and defensive back play. Emphasis will be placed on creating a fun, energetic environment for game play.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Physical Education
  

  • PE060A PO - Golf Beginning

    When Offered: Each semester.
    Instructor(s): C. Katsiaficas; F. Pericolosi
    Credit: 0.25

    This golf course is an introductory course that covers all the basic skills of golf. Students will have instruction on the golf swing, use of clubs, strategy, and general information about the game. The major focus is developing a fundamentally sound swing. Golf is an activity that can be enjoyed throughout one’s life so creating an environment of enjoyment and appreciation for the game is one of the goals of the course.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Physical Education
  

  • PE060B PO - Golf Beginning/Intermediate

    When Offered: As announced in semester schedule of classes.
    Instructor(s): C. Katsiaficas
    Credit: 0.25

    This golf course covers all the basic skills of golf for beginning players, but can provide additional instruction for players at an intermediate level. Students will have instruction on the golf swing, use of clubs, strategy, and general information about the game. The major focus is developing a fundamentally sound swing. Golf is an activity that can be enjoyed throughout one’s life so creating an environment of enjoyment and appreciation for the game is one of the goals of the course.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Physical Education
  

  • PE060C PO - Cardio Golf

    When Offered: Each fall.
    Instructor(s): S. Queener
    Credit: 0.25

    This class will focus on the instruction and development of the golf short game and cardio fitness. Class will take place on Pomona College?s campus at the new golf facility and Strehle Track. Topics in the golf instruction will include pitch shots, chip shots, flop shots, bump and run shots, bunker shots and putting. The cardio fitness segment of the class will take place on the track and students will have the option of running, racewalking or walking. Each class will include both golf and cardio fitness. P/NC only.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Physical Education
  

  • PE063 PO - Horseback Riding

    When Offered: Each semester.
    Instructor(s): C. Pipkin
    Credit: 0.25

    Arranged course for anyone wanting to learn how to ride Hunt Seat Equitation (English saddle) or wishing to improve or tune-up their current position and skill level. Participants will learn essential horsemanship skills (how to lead, groom, and saddle their horse) as well as instruction in the correct hunt seat position. By the end of the class, beginner riders should be able to groom and tack up their horse as well as demonstrate the correct position at the walk, posting trot, and in two-point. Intermediate to advanced riders should be able to demonstrate the correct position at the walk, sitting and posting trot, canter, and in two-point. There is the opportunity to learn or continue your education over fences (jumping) based on an assessment of your position. Classes will be held at Rainbow Canyon Ranch in Azusa. Carpooling can be arranged.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Physical Education
  

  • PE067 PO - Racquetball

    When Offered: Each semester.
    Instructor(s): W. Swartz; J. Scanlon; C. Katsiaficas
    Credit: 0.25

    This class will introduce you to the sport of racquetball. You will learn the rules for playing singles, cutthroat, and doubles matches, learn correct techniques, and learn strategies for playing racquetball effectively. The class includes instructional drills, but mostly involves playing the sport.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Physical Education
  

  • PE068 PO - Speed Lacrosse

    When Offered: Fall 2018.
    Instructor(s): Staff
    Credit: 0.25

    P/NC only.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Physical Education
  

  • PE069 PO - Soccer

    When Offered: Each semester.
    Instructor(s): W. Swartz
    Credit: 0.25

    This class is designed for novice, intermediate, and advanced soccer players and enthusiasts. This is a “playing-centric” class and students will be heterogeneously grouped into teams and will play a league schedule with standings. Enthusiasm and a good sense of humor are required.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Physical Education
  

  • PE069A PO - Soccer - Beginning

    When Offered: As announced in semester schedule of classes.
    Instructor(s): W. Swartz
    Credit: 0.25

    This class is designed for students with little or no soccer experience.  Students will learn basic soccer skills, tactics and the rules of the game.  Enthusiasm and a good sense of humor are required.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Physical Education
  

  • PE 070 PO - Basketball: 3 on 3

    When Offered: Fall 2017.
    Instructor(s): Staff
    Credit: 0.25

    This course will incorporate both skill work and competitive play. The skill work will include, but is not limited to, ball handling, passing, and shooting. Students will also learn in-game 3 v 3 strategies such as pick and rolls and give an go’s. By the end of the course, students will understand the rules of the game, and be comfortable playing competitive 3 v 3 basketball.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Physical Education
  

  • PE072 PO - Squash

    When Offered: Each semester.
    Instructor(s): W. Swartz; S. Bickham
    Credit: 0.25

    This class will introduce you to the sport of quash. You will learn the rules and etiquette for playing, learn correct techniques, and learn strategies for playing squash effectively. The class includes instructional drills, but mostly involves playing the sport.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Physical Education
  

  • PE073 PO - Basketball: Full Court 5 on 5

    When Offered: Fall 2018.
    Instructor(s): S. Queener
    Credit: 0.25

    P/NC only.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Physical Education
  

  • PE075A PO - Swimming - Beginning

    When Offered: Each semester.
    Instructor(s): JP. Gowdy: A Rodriguez
    Credit: 0.25

    We will go through the basics, beginning with building confidence in the water and learning to how swim all four competitive strokes.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Physical Education
  

  • PE075B PO - Swimming - Intermediate

    When Offered: As announced in semester schedule of classes.
    Instructor(s): JP. Gowdy; A Rodriguez
    Credit: 0.25

    We will go through the basics, beginning with building confidence in the water and learning how to swim all four competitive strokes. Then we will move on to completing swim sets and progress as much as possible.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Physical Education
  

  • PE076A PO - Table Tennis - Beginning

    When Offered: As announced in semester schedule of classes.
    Instructor(s): L. Beckett; S. Queener
    Credit: 0.25

    This class is designed for students with little or no table tennis experience. Skill areas to be covered include the grip, ready position, footwork, timing, forehand push, backhand push, forehand chop, backhand chop, forehand topspin drive, backhand topspin drive, forehand loop, backhand loop, forehand block, backhand block, smash, and serves (sidespin, underpin, topspin). Other areas to be covered include rules, scoring, terminology, and singles and doubles strategies. The last few weeks of the course will include tournament play.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Physical Education
  

  • PE 077D PO - Advanced Tennis - Match Play

    When Offered: Each fall.
    Instructor(s): F. Pericolosi
    Credit: 0.25

    This advanced tennis class is designed to help players understand the basics of strategy while playing competitive matches. Students will learn strategic patterns for both singles and doubles and then use those strategies while playing matches. This will be a great class for any tennis players who competed in high school, want to play on the 5C club team, or simply love the game and want to continue competitively. It will be assumed that students have played competitively before taking this class and/or taken the general advanced tennis course offered by Pomona or Claremont McKenna. P/NC only.
  

  • PE077A PO - Tennis - Beginning

    When Offered: Each semester.
    Instructor(s): L. Beckett; W. Swartz; J. Ferguson; S. Bickham; J. Walsh
    Credit: 0.25

    Students in this class will: learn and develop their tennis skills and mechanics, with an emphasis on proper fundamentals and technique; learn tennis rules, terminology, scoring, etiquette and singles and doubles strategies; improve overall fitness, flexibility, strength and endurance through learning the game of tennis!   
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Physical Education
  

  • PE077B PO - Tennis - Intermediate

    When Offered: Each semester.
    Instructor(s): L. Beckett; S. Bickham
    Credit: 0.25

    Students improve basic tennis skills with forehand, backhand, and serve, and learn the drop shot, approach shot, lob, and overhead strokes through drilling and playing during class. Game strategy for singles and doubles competition is taught.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Physical Education
  

  • PE077C PO - Tennis - Advanced

    When Offered: Each semester.
    Instructor(s): S. Bickham
    Credit: 0.25

    Development of tennis skills in forehand, backhand, volley, serve, return of serve, and overhead smash. Review and development of topspin, underspin, and flat. Review and development of offensive and defensive lobs, overhead smash, half volley, drop volley, approach shot, and serve variations. Development of tennis fitness through speed and agility exercises. Introduction of advanced singles and doubles strategies. Development of singles and doubles play through drill and match play during the semester.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Physical Education
  

  • PE077E PO - Community Engagement Through Tennis (CP)

    When Offered: Each semester.
    Instructor(s): S. Bickham
    Credit: 0.5

    This course is offered in cooperation with the Draper Center. Students learn how to play tennis and how to teach the sport to elementary age students over first 3 weeks of the semester, then are assigned to direct an after school tennis program at a local elementary school for the remaining 8-9 weeks. Students gain valuable lessons in group management, social engagement, and multicultural understanding. Prior knowledge of tennis is not necessary, but a love of working with kids is mandatory. 
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Physical Education
  

  • PE078 PO - Ultimate Frisbee

    When Offered: Each fall.
    Instructor(s): K. Reynolds
    Credit: 0.25

    Ultimate Frisbee will introduce the fundamental skills and strategies of organized Ultimate, and help develop individual skills for the beginning player. Ultimate requires throwing, passing and catching skills, plus running, cutting and marking skills. Students will learn the rules and strategies of team play in Ultimate, as well as the concepts of team organization and communication.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Physical Education
  

  • PE080 PO - Comm Engagement Lacrosse (CP)

    When Offered: Fall 2018.
    Instructor(s): S. Bickham
    Credit: 0.5

    This is a new class we would like to offer starting in fall 2018. It’s basically going to be the same course/model as our current PE 077E: Community Engagement Tennis, which is a CP course. We are expanding that program to also have a class which will go to elementary schools and teach the kids lacrosse.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Physical Education
  

  • PE084 PO - Playground Games

    When Offered: Each semester.
    Instructor(s): J. Scanlon; J. Ferguson; S. Queener
    Credit: 0.25

    This class provides an opportunity for you to get exercise through fun-filled workouts reminiscent of your childhood days on the playground. We will run, jump, hit, throw and laugh a lot while playing all of your old favorite games. We’ll start out with the schoolyard classics and let the group decide on other activities as the semester progresses. The success of this class is totally dependent on the group of people involved. All that is required is for you to bring a good attitude and to be ready to play. It will be the most enjoyable exercise you can get at the Claremont Colleges!
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Physical Education
  

  • PE085 PO - Adapted Physical Education

    When Offered: Each semester.
    Instructor(s): J. Scanlon
    Credit: 0.25

    The goal of this class is to develop, implement and monitor a designed physical education program for a student with a disability; to help give the student the skills necessary for a lifetime of rich recreation and sport experiences to enhance physical fitness and wellness.  
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Physical Education
  

  • PE089 PO - Lifeguard Training/Red Cross Certification

    When Offered: Each fall.
    Instructor(s): A. Rodriguez; JP. Gowdy
    Credit: 0.25

    Lifeguard Training is an American Red Cross course in lifeguard skill, pool operation and aquatic safety. Course completion includes CPR and Basic First Aid Cards. Swim test required for enrollment.  
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Physical Education
  

  • PE090 PO - CPR/First Aid

    When Offered: As announced in semester schedule of classes.
    Instructor(s): W. Phan
    Credit: 0.25

    Designed to give students the confidence and ability to perform first aid skills in case of an emergency. Includes texts, lecture/discussion and skills practice. Students receive American Red Cross certification in adult, infant and child CPR, as well as in advanced first aid. Does not satisfy the physical education requirement. 
  

  • PE091 PO - Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries

    When Offered: As announced in semester schedule of classes.
    Instructor(s): K. Jones
    Credit: 0.5

    Theory and practice in the care and prevention of injuries commonly encountered in athletics and physical education. Lecture, lab and demonstration. Does not satisfy the physical education requirement. Half-course.
    This course has been revised for spring 2018  .
  

  • PE092 PO - Community Emergency Team Certification

    When Offered: As announced in semester schedule of classes.
    Instructor(s): N. Gerard; F. Bedoya
    Credit: 0.25

    Community Emergency Response Team Certification. The Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) program, using a FEMA based curriculum, educates people about disaster preparedness for hazards that may impact their area (school, neighborhood, workplace, etc.) and trains them in basic disaster response skills, such as fire safety, light search and rescue, disaster communication, team organization, and disaster medical operations. CERT members can assist others following an event when professional responders are not immediately available to help.
  

  • PE 105M PO - Vars Team: Cross Country Men

    When Offered: Each fall.
    Instructor(s): Staff
    Credit: 0.25

    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Physical Education
  

  • PE 105W PO - Vars Team: Cross Country Women

    When Offered: Each fall.
    Instructor(s): K. Reynolds
    Credit: 0.25

    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Physical Education
  

  • PE 110 PO - Vars Team: Football

    When Offered: Each fall.
    Instructor(s): J. Walsh
    Credit: 0.25

    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Physical Education
  

  • PE 115M PO - Vars Team: Soccer Men

    When Offered: Each fall.
    Instructor(s): W. Swartz
    Credit: 0.25

    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Physical Education
  

  • PE 115W PO - Vars Team: Soccer Women

    When Offered: Each fall.
    Instructor(s): J. Scanlon
    Credit: 0.25

    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Physical Education
  

  • PE 120 PO - Vars Team: Volleyball

    When Offered: Each fall.
    Instructor(s): V. Townsend
    Credit: 0.25

    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Physical Education
  

  • PE 125M PO - Vars Team: Water Polo Men

    When Offered: Each fall.
    Instructor(s): A. Rodriguez
    Credit: 0.25

    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Physical Education
  

  • PE 125W PO - Vars Team: Water Polo Women

    When Offered: Each spring.
    Instructor(s): A. Rodriguez
    Credit: 0.25

    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Physical Education
  

  • PE 130M PO - Vars Team: Basketball Men

    When Offered: Each spring.
    Instructor(s): C. Katsiaficas
    Credit: 0.25

    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Physical Education
  

  • PE130W PO - Vars Team: Basketball Women

    When Offered: Each spring.
    Instructor(s): J. Pace
    Credit: 0.25

    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Physical Education
  

  • PE 140M PO - Vars Team: Swim/Diving Men

    When Offered: Each spring.
    Instructor(s): JP. Gowdy
    Credit: 0.25

    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Physical Education
  

  • PE 140W PO - Vars Team: Swim/Diving Women

    When Offered: Each spring.
    Instructor(s): JP. Gowdy
    Credit: 0.25

    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Physical Education
  

  • PE 150 PO - Vars Team: Baseball

    When Offered: Each spring.
    Instructor(s): F. Pericolosi
    Credit: 0.25

    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Physical Education
  

  • PE155M PO - Varsity Team: Golf Men

    When Offered: Each spring.
    Instructor(s): B. Walker
    Credit: 0.25

    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Physical Education
  

  • PE155W PO - Varsity Team: Golf Women

    When Offered: Each spring.
    Instructor(s): B. Walker
    Credit: 0.25

    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Physical Education
  

  • PE 160W PO - Vars Team: Lacrosse Women

    When Offered: Each spring.
    Instructor(s): S. Queener
    Credit: 0.25

    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Physical Education
  

  • PE 165 PO - Vars Team: Softball

    When Offered: Each spring.
    Instructor(s): J. Ferguson
    Credit: 0.25

    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Physical Education
  

  • PE 170M PO - Vars Team: Tennis Men

    When Offered: Each spring.
    Instructor(s): S. Bickham
    Credit: 0.25

    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Physical Education
  

  • PE 170W PO - Vars Team: Tennis Women

    When Offered: Each spring.
    Instructor(s): Staff
    Credit: 0.25

    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Physical Education
  

  • PE 175M PO - Vars Team: Track and Field Men

    When Offered: Each spring.
    Instructor(s): Staff
    Credit: 0.25

    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Physical Education
  

  • PE 175W PO - Vars Team: Track and Field Women

    When Offered: Each spring.
    Instructor(s): K. Reynolds
    Credit: 0.25

    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Physical Education
  

  • PE199DRPO - Physical Education: Directed Readings

    When Offered: Each semester.
    Instructor(s): Staff
    Credit: 0.5

    Syllabus reflects workload of a standard course in the department or program. Examinations or papers equivalent to a standard course. Regular interaction with the faculty supervisor. Weekly meetings are the norm. Available for full- or half-course credit.
  

  • PE199IRPO - Physical Education: Independent Research

    When Offered: Each semester.
    Instructor(s): Staff
    Credit: 0.5

    Independent Research or Creative Project. A substantial and significant piece of original research or creative product produced. Pre-requisite course work required. Available for full- or half-course credit.
  

  • PE199RAPO - Physical Education: Research Assistantship

    When Offered: Each semester.
    Instructor(s): Staff
    Credit: 0.5

    Lab notebook, research summary or other product appropriate to the discipline is required. Half-course credit only.

Physics
  

  • PHYS003 PO - The Physics of Music

    When Offered: Last offered fall 2016.
    Instructor(s): A. Zook
    Credit: 1

    The physical principles underlying sound and its production, propagation and perception, with particular emphasis on the application of these principles to the production of musical sound with acoustic instruments. Lecture and laboratory. Intended for students without previous scientific background.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 4
  

  • PHYS017 PO - Physics in Society: A Critical Analysis of Energy Policies

    When Offered: Last offered spring 2016.
    Instructor(s): E. Quetin
    Credit: 1

    Analysis of solutions to the world’s demand for energy. The physical principles behind energy production and the rationality of these approaches, including an exploration of feasibility, cost, efficiency, resource depletion, environmental waste products, environmental impact, global accessibility and risks of potentially catastrophic failures. Topics discussed will include coal, gas, fission, fusion, hydro, solar, biofuels and energy storage.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 4
  

  • PHYS041 PO - General Physics with Laboratory

    When Offered: Each fall.
    Instructor(s): E. Quetin
    Credit: 1

    Calculus-based introductory physics for non-majors. PHYS 041 PO focuses on Newtonian mechanics and thermodynamics; PHYS 042 PO  focuses on electricity & magnetism and waves. Both courses highlight the physical principles behind modern instrumentation in geology, chemistry, biology and other scientific disciplines and biomedical applications are discussed. Prerequisites: completion of/or concurrent enrollment in one of the following: MATH 030 PO , MATH 031 PO , MATH 031H PO , MATH 031S PO , MATH 032 PO  or MATH 032S PO .
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 4
  

  • PHYS042 PO - General Physics with Laboratory

    When Offered: Each spring.
    Instructor(s): Staff
    Credit: 1

    Calculus-based introductory physics for non-majors. PHYS 041 PO  focuses on Newtonian mechanics and thermodynamics; PHYS 042 PO focuses on electricity and magnetism and waves. Both courses highlight the physical principles behind modern instrumentation in geology, chemistry, biology and other scientific disciplines and biomedical applications are discussed. Prerequisites: completion of/or concurrent enrollment in MATH 031 PO , MATH 031H PO  or MATH 031S PO ; and PHYS 041 PO .
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 4
  

  • PHYS070 PO - Spacetime, Quanta and Entropy with Laboratory

    When Offered: Each fall.
    Instructor(s): D. Tanenbaum
    Credit: 1

    Calculus-based introduction to principles of contemporary physics, designed especially for potential physics and astronomy majors. (Life-science students should take PHYS 041 PO /PHYS 042 PO ). Topics include conservation laws, special relativity, quantum physics and thermal physics, all viewed from a 21st-century perspective. Prerequisites: high school physics and completion or concurrent enrollment in one of the following: MATH 030 PO , MATH 031 PO , MATH 031H PO , MATH 031S PO , MATH 032 PO  or MATH 032S PO . Sophomores and above may enroll only with permission.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 4
  

  • PHYS071 PO - Introductory Classical Mechanics

    When Offered: Each spring.
    Instructor(s): Staff
    Credit: 0.5

    An introduction to classical mechanics, emphasizing the centrality of the fundamental conservation laws of Newtonian mechanics and focusing on applying Newton’s Laws of Motion and their consequences to standard physical systems such as the simple harmonic oscillator and planetary motion. Prerequisites: PHYS 070 PO  and completion of/or concurrent enrollment in one of the following: MATH 030 PO , MATH 031 PO , MATH 031H PO , MATH 031S PO , MATH 032 PO  or MATH 032S PO . First years only; others only with permission. Half course.
  

  • PHYS072 PO - Introductory Electricity and Magnetism

    When Offered: Each spring.
    Instructor(s): Staff
    Credit: 0.5

    An introduction to electricity, magnetism and waves, as summarized in Maxwell’s equations of electricity and magnetism. Emphasizes the concepts of electric and magnetic fields and their interactions with charged particles, ultimately leading to the great synthesis of electricity, magnetism and light. Prerequisites: PHYS 070 PO  and completion of/or concurrent enrollment in one of the following: MATH 030 PO , MATH 031 PO , MATH 031H PO , MATH 031S PO , MATH 032 PO  or MATH 032S PO . First years only; others only with permission. Half-course.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 4
  

  • PHYS080 HM - Topics in Physics


    See the Harvey Mudd College Catalog for a description of this course.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 4
  

  • PHYS101 PO - Foundations of Modern Physics with Laboratory

    When Offered: Each fall.
    Instructor(s): J. Hudgings; R. Mawhorter
    Credit: 1

    Introduction to wave mechanics, spectra and structure of atoms, molecules and solids, nuclear physics and particle physics. Prerequisites: PHYS 041 PO  and PHYS 042 PO , or PHYS 070 PO ; and completion of/concurrent enrollment in MATH 032 PO  or MATH 067 PO  and PHYS 041 PO  and PHYS 042 PO ; or PHYS 070 PO  and PHYS 071 PO .
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 4
  

  • PHYS111 HM - Theoretical Mechanics


    See the Harvey Mudd College Catalog for a description of this course.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 4
  

  • PHYS116 HM - Quantum Mechanics


    See the Harvey Mudd College Catalog for a description of this course.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 4
  

  • PHYS117 HM - Statistical Mechanics and Thermodynamics


    See the Harvey Mudd College Catalog for a description of this course.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 4
  

  • PHYS125 PO - Mechanics

    When Offered: Each spring.
    Instructor(s): A. Zook
    Credit: 1

    The classical mechanics of Newton, Lagrange and Hamilton. The harmonic oscillator, the two-body problem, systems of oscillators and chaos. Heavy emphasis on problem solving. Prerequisites: MATH 032 PO  or MATH 067 PO ; PHYS 041 PO  and PHYS 042 PO , or PHYS 070 PO ; and MATH 060 PO .
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 4
  

  • PHYS128 PO - Electronics with Laboratory (CP)

    When Offered: Each spring.
    Instructor(s): R. Mawhorter
    Credit: 1

    Transistors and integrated circuits in a variety of applications, including operational amplifiers, basic digital circuits, analog/digital conversion and an introduction to microprocessors. Project required. Prerequisite: PHYS 041 PO  or PHYS 070 PO .
    This course has been revised for spring 2018  .
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 4
  

  • PHYS142 PO - Electricity and Magnetism

    When Offered: Each spring.
    Instructor(s): A. Zook
    Credit: 1

    Electrostatics, steady currents, magnetic fields, induction, Maxwell’s equations, potential theory, material media and radiation theory. Prerequisites:  MATH 032 PO  or MATH 067 PO ; PHYS 041 PO  and PHYS 042 PO , or PHYS 070 PO ; and MATH 060 PO .
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 4
  

  • PHYS148 PO - Computational Methods in Physics

    When Offered: Last offered spring 2015.
    Instructor(s): A. Zook
    Credit: 0.5-1

    Numerical and computational techniques used in modern physical sciences. Numerical methods for differentiation, integration and approximation and for the solution of differential equations and model systems. Examples from numerical modeling of both deterministic and random systems. Prerequisite: MATH 060 PO .
  

  • PHYS151 HM - Electromagnetic Fields


    See the Harvey Mudd College Catalog for a description of this course.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 4
  

  • PHYS154 HM - Fields and Waves


    See the Harvey Mudd College Catalog for a description of this course.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 4
  

  • PHYS155 PO - Experimental Optics

    When Offered: Offered alternate years; next offered fall 2018.
    Instructor(s): D. Whitaker
    Credit: 1

    A hands-on introduction to optical instruments and techniques. Ray optics, building simple instruments, light detection methods, interference, and diffraction will be covered in this studio course that blends lectures, problem solving, and lab activities. Prerequisites: PHYS 070 PO  or MATH 030 PO  . Co-requisites: PHYS 101 PO  .
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 4
  

  • PHYS160 PO - Introduction to General Relativity

    When Offered: Offered alternate years; next offered fall 2017.
    Instructor(s): T. Moore
    Credit: 1

    Development of Einstein’s theory of general relativity from basic physical principles. Development of the mathematics of curved spacetime. Astrophysical applications, including spherically symmetric objects, black holes, cosmology and the creation and detection of gravitational waves. Prerequisite: PHYS 125 PO .
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 4; Speaking Intensive
  

  • PHYS161 HM - Topics in Quantum Theory


    See the Harvey Mudd College Catalog for a description of this course.
  

  • PHYS162 HM - Solid State Physics


    See the Harvey Mudd College Catalog for a description of this course.
  

  • PHYS164 HM - Particle Physics


    See the Harvey Mudd College Catalog for a description of this course.
  

  • PHYS165 PO - Introduction to Physical Hydrodynamics

    When Offered: Last offered spring 2016.
    Instructor(s): D. Whitaker
    Credit: 1

    This course introduces the ideas underlying fluid mechanics using a fundamental physical approach. It discusses transport coefficients of fluids, the kinematics of continuous media, conservation laws and potential flow. Finally, it concludes with a treatment of vorticity and vortex dynamics, flow at low Reynolds numbers – including suspensions and porous media, boundary layers and hydrodynamic instabilities. Letter grade only. Corequisite: PHYS 125 PO  or 5C equivalent.
    Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
    Area 4
  

  • PHYS166 HM - Geophysics


    See the Harvey Mudd College Catalog for a description of this course.
  

  • PHYS168 HM - Electrodynamics


    See the Harvey Mudd College Catalog for a description of this course.
  

  • PHYS170 HM - Computational Methods in Physics


    See the Harvey Mudd College Catalog for a description of this course.
 

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