P.E. Activities/Gen-Land (PEL)

PGA PGM level one materials will be covered. Includes introduction to business principles of golf management, business planning and golf car fleet operations.

A survey of the traditions and history of the game of golf. The course explores the game's origins and traces its evolution from a simple stick-and-ball game to today's high-tech global phenomenon. From within the context of 19th and 20th century European and American history, students will learn about the game's greatest players, its famous courses, and its most memorable tournaments and competitions. The course also focuses on the effects of culture, society, and technology on the evolution of golf equipment, swing theory, golf course design and maintenance, private and public golf facilities, golf apparel, and targeted advertising.

PGA PREP 2, a continuation of PGA Prep 1, study and discussion of PGA Level 1 work experience activities. Includes components of human learning, feedback, and the teaching process as it applies to introductory golf instruction. Course addresses ball flight principles, golf club performance variables and their affect on student performance.

Topics of special and emerging interest in PGA Golf Management. Topics vary according to recent developments in golf industry Management.

PGA GOLF MANAGEMENT STUDENTS ENCHANCE GOLF INSTRUCTION SKILLS B APPLYING LEVEL 3 PGAPGM INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIAL AND METHODOLOGIES IN A VARIETY OF COURSE SETTINGS TO DIFFERENT GOLFING POPULATIONS. CONTENT INCLUDES SHORT GAME, MENTAL PREPARATION, GOLF FITNESS ASSESSMENT, CLUB FITTING AND DEVELOPMENT/IMPLEMENTATION OF SUCCESSFUL PLAYER PROGRAMMING FOR ENCHANCING THE TEACHING BUSINESS AND ACADEMY CREATION.

PGA golf management individual study by students under the direction of a faculty member. Topics vary and are usually selected on an individual basis. Permission of instructor required.