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Science of Golf

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Overview

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This course explores the science behind golf, covering topics such as the physics of the golf club, evolution of the golf ball, kinematics, friction, energy, scoring math, torque, potential and kinetic energy, and more. The course aims to teach students the scientific principles that govern the game of golf, with a focus on improving understanding of the sport through a scientific lens. The intended audience for this course includes golf enthusiasts, players looking to deepen their knowledge of the game, and individuals interested in the intersection of sports and science.

Syllabus

Science of Golf: Physics of the Golf Club.
Science of Golf: Evolution of the Golf Ball.
Science of Golf: Volume, Displacement and Buoyancy.
Science of Golf: Kinematics.
Science of Golf: Friction and Spin.
Science of Golf: Work, Energy and Power.
Science of Golf: Math of Scoring.
Science of Golf: The Golf Swing.
Science of Golf: Water Conservation.
Science of Golf: Torque and Moment of Intertia.
Science of Golf: Potential and Kinetic Energy.
Science of Golf: Why Golf Balls Have Dimples.
Science of Golf: Newton's First and Second Laws.
Science of Golf: Agronomy.
Science of Golf: Energy in Collisions.
Science of Golf: Pace of Play.
Science of Golf: Newton's Third Law of Motion.
Science of Golf: Weather.
Science of Golf: Course Setup.

Taught by

United States Golf Association (USGA)

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