PHED-1308 Sports Officiating I

Instruction in rules, interpretation, and mechanics of officiating selected sports. Lec 3, Cr 3

Credits

3

Outcomes

  1. Interpret and enforce contest rules in a variety of sports and games.
  2. Demonstrate officiating mechanics and techniques in a variety of sports and games for appropriate age and skill level.
  3. Develop a personal philosophy guided by rules, ethics, and etiquette necessary to be an effective official.
  4. Apply problem-solving techniques relevant to officiating a sports contest and how to maintain a positive self-image in a group contest environment.
  5. Assess and manage player, coach, and spectator behaviors when officiating to provide a healthy sport environment.
  6. Identify governing bodies of various sports and procedures for becoming an official.