Faculty Syllabus

If you want a basketball class where it is full of action and playing time, this is it! I hope to get you in shape! it is for both men and women, all-levels!

I am a very flexible instructor and try to be available as much as possible to you, the student!

You can contact me with questions at:  tpartin@austincc.edu

Name of Course: Basketball

Course Name & Number: KINE 1105 (Spring 2026)

Location of Class: Austin Recreation Center, 1301 Shoal Creek Blvd (gym)

 Instructor Name:  Coach Mr. Tracy Partin

Office: Rio Grande Campus, Building 3000, Rm. 3245

Phone:  512-216-4958

Email:  tpartin@austincc.edu

Office Hours/Appointments: 1:00PM - 2:00PM, T/Th or by appointment-please see me during class or text me.

Course Description: Instruction for all levels of skill in the fundamentals of basketball. Emphasis is upon the development and improvement of total fitness, skill and general knowledge about basketball for leisure time use. This class is for both men and women, all levels. 

Text/Materials:  No course text  required.

Proper shoes for use on gym floor, comfortable work-out clothing for running while playing on the court. Showers and dressing rooms are available.

Instructional Methodology: This class is an activity and participation course; the specific task/exercise(s) for students to complete will be demonstrated. Students will then complete the task/exercise(s) to the best of their ability.

Course Rationale: The purpose of this course is to learn the specific skills and/or the techniques of the activity. By actively participating in an activity class, the student may gain health benefits such as increased cardiovascular endurance, improved body composition, increased flexibility, increased muscular endurance and increased muscular strength. Participating in activity classes leads to a healthier lifestyle.

Course Objectives:

1.        Basic skills taught - dribbling, proper shooting form, 3 point shooting

2.        Zone defenses will be covered this semester.

3.        Free throw shooting competition.

4.        Fitness conditioning  through intra-squad games.

5         Build cardio-endurance along the way until peak performance is obtained. 

6         Three-point shootout, free-throw contests, scrimmages are a big part of the class.

Departmental Objectives:

1.      To learn the rules, fundamentals, and skills of basketball.

2.      To learn how to correctly execute required skills and techniques as well as to use the  equipment/facilities safely.

3.      To understand how Kinesiology relates to a healthy individual lifestyle.

4.      To learn how to work as a team toward a common goal.

Grades are based upon attendance, participation, and competitions.  If you have any questions concerning grading, please ask your instructor. The specific grading requirements for this course are as follows:

Grades:                  Attendance - 100-200 pts

                               Participation - 100-200 pts.

                               Discussion Board - +5 pts (extra credit)

Course Policies: 

ALL students will complete health form prior to participating in class. Those students who require modification of any specific activity or exercise need to inform the instructor as soon as possible.

Food, gum, and beverages other than water are not allowed in classrooms/workout areas.

Please do not bring your children to class for safety reasons. Proper workout clothing, sweats, or similar clothing that allows movement must be worn. Basketball shoes or athletic shoes are required. Water breaks will be encouraged during play. Stretching muscles before stepping on the court will also be encouraged.

*Day lockers are available at the recreation center before and after class.

Attendance: All students are expected to attend classes.  Non-attendance will have an impact on the student’s grade. 

Students will be required to sign-in each class day.

Communication: The class instructor will communicate to the students verbally, with handouts, and use of the ACC email addresses will be required. Lessons will also be covered by links given to "You Tube."

Attendance/Class Participation Regular and punctual class and laboratory attendance is expected of all students. If attendance or compliance with other course policies is unsatisfactory, the instructor may withdraw students from the class.

 Withdrawal Policy It is the responsibility of each student to ensure that his or her name is removed from the roll should he or she decide to withdraw from the class. The instructor does, however, reserve the right to drop a student should he or she feel it is necessary. If a student decides to withdraw, he or she should also verify that the withdrawal is submitted before the Final Withdrawal Date. The student is also strongly encouraged to retain their copy of the withdrawal form for their records.Students who enroll for the third or subsequent time in a course taken since Fall, 2002, may be charged a higher tuition rate, for that course.State law permits students to withdraw from no more than six courses during their entire undergraduate career at Texas public colleges or universities. With certain exceptions, all course withdrawals automatically count towards this limit. Details regarding this policy can be found in the ACC college catalog.

 Incompletes An instructor may award a grade of “I” (Incomplete) if a student was unable to complete all of the objectives for the passing grade in a course. An incomplete grade cannot be carried beyond the established date in the following semester. The completion date is determined by the instructor but may not be later than the final deadline for withdrawal in the subsequent semester.

 Statement on Scholastic Dishonesty A student attending ACC assumes responsibility for conduct compatible with the mission of the college as an educational institution. Students have the responsibility to submit coursework that is the result of their own thought, research, or self-expression. Students must follow all instructions given by faculty or designated college representatives when taking examinations, placement assessments, tests, quizzes, and evaluations. Actions constituting scholastic dishonesty include, but are not limited to, plagiarism, cheating, fabrication, collusion, and falsifying documents. Penalties for scholastic dishonesty will depend upon the nature of the violation and may range from lowering a grade on one assignment to an “F” in the course and/or expulsion from the college.

See the Student Standards of Conduct and Disciplinary Process.

Student Rights and Responsibilities Students at the college have the rights accorded by the U.S. Constitution to freedom of speech, peaceful assembly, petition, and association. These rights carry with them the responsibility to accord the same rights to others in the college community and not to interfere with or disrupt the educational process. Opportunity for students to examine and question pertinent data and assumptions of a given discipline, guided by the evidence of scholarly research, is appropriate in a learning environment. This concept is accompanied by an equally demanding concept of responsibility on the part of the student. As willing partners in learning, students must comply with college rules and procedures.

Safety Statement Austin Community College is committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for study and work. You are expected to learn and comply with ACC environmental, health and safety procedures and agree to follow ACC safety policies. Additional information on these can be found at . Because some health and safety circumstances are beyond our control, we ask that you become familiar with the Emergency Procedures poster and Campus Safety Plan map in each classroom.

Additional information about emergency procedures and how to sign up for ACC Emergency Alerts to be notified in the event of a serious emergency can be found at.

Please note, you are expected to conduct yourself professionally with respect and courtesy to all. Anyone who thoughtlessly or intentionally jeopardizes the health or safety of another individual will be immediately dismissed from the day’s activity, may be withdrawn from the class, and/or barred from attending future activities.

Use of ACC EmailAll College e-mail communication to students will be sent solely to the student’s ACCmail account, with the expectation that such communications will be read in a timely fashion. ACC will send important information and will notify you of any college related emergencies using this account. Students should only expect to receive email communication from their instructor using this account. Likewise, students should use their ACCmail account when communicating with instructors and staff. Instructions for activating an ACCmail account.

Testing Center PolicyUnder certain circumstances, an instructor may have students take an examination in a testing center. Students using the Academic Testing Center must govern themselves according to the Student Guide. Use of ACC Testing Centers and should read the entire guide before going to take the exam. To request an exam, one must have:

·         ACC Photo ID

·         Course Abbreviation (e.g., ENGL)

·         Course Number (e.g.,1301)

·         Course Synonym (e.g., 10123)

·         Course Section (e.g., 005)

·         Instructor's Name

Do NOT bring cell phones to the Testing Center. Having your cell phone in the testing room, regardless of whether it is on or off, will revoke your testing privileges for the remainder of the semester. ACC Testing Center policies.

Student And Instructional Services ACC strives to provide exemplary support to its students and offers a broad variety of opportunities and services. Information on these services and support systems is available here. Links to many student services and other information can be found at Current Students. ACC Learning Labs provide free tutoring services to all ACC students currently enrolled in the course to be tutored. The tutor schedule for each Learning Lab may be found here.

For help setting up your ACCeID, ACC Gmail, or ACC Blackboard, see a Learning Lab Technician at any ACC Learning Lab.

The Austin Community College District concealed handgun policy ensures compliance with Section 411.2031 of the Texas Government Code (also known as the Campus Carry Law), while maintaining ACC’s commitment to provide a safe environment for its students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

Beginning August 1, 2017, individuals who are licensed to carry (LTC) may do so on campus premises except in locations and at activities prohibited by state or federal law, or the college’s concealed handgun policy.

It is the responsibility of license holders to conceal their handguns at all times. Persons who see a handgun on campus are asked to contact the ACC Police Department by dialing 222 from a campus phone or 512-223-7999.

IMPORTANT: (class name) classes are held in an area designated as an exclusion zone as defined by state law or the college’s concealed handgun policy. Concealed carry is prohibited in exclusion zones. Concealed weapons must be stored in a secure place as defined by college policy prior to entering the classroom, studio, or learning space.

Refer to the concealed handgun policy online at austincc.edu/campuscarry.

No books required for this course, but relevant videos on "You-Tube" will be recommended and used as extra instruction in relation to a specific area of the subject such as:

- proper defense

- proper shooting form

- proper free-throw shooting

- how to beat a zone defense

All lectures in relation to this subject will be performed "on-the-court" and with instruction being "hands-on."

Learning Outcome: It is my hope that all students come out of this class in "top physical condition" being familiar with all the basics of the game of "basketball."

Learning Objective: Improvement in these specific areas in relation to the game of basketball. Dribbling, shooting, free-throw shooting, defense, and strategy.