Kinesiology
The mission of the kinesiology department is to integrate the liberal arts and sciences with the development of values and attitudes associated with a healthy and well-disciplined body. Through effective teaching and personal involvement, we strive to provide a process that leads to the development of competent, creative, and ethical students for leadership and service as teachers of physical education, athletic trainers, sport/fitness managers and exercise scientists.
The kinesiology department offers 1) advanced theory courses in kinesiology leading to a major or teaching field, and 2) personal well-being courses. Three semester-hours credit in personal well-being courses are required for the degree. Refer to general education guidelines for specific information. The student may choose to present up to three additional activity credits as electives. Generally a student is not permitted concurrent registration in physical activity courses.
Major in kinesiology with kinesiology generalist specialization (B.A. degree): 29 semester hours including KIN 121, 135, 234, 333, 335, 476; plus 12 additional hours in kinesiology to be determined by the student and advisor.
Supporting courses for kinesiology generalist specialization (B.A. degree): 24 semester hours, including BIO 147-148, CHEM 133; plus 13 hours to be determined in conjunction with a kinesiology academic advisor and to be approved by the department chair.
Major in kinesiology with kinesiology specialist specialization (B.S. degree): 34-35 semester hours including KIN 121, 135, 234, 333, 335, 476; plus 17-18 additional hours in kinesiology to be determined by the student and advisor.
Supporting courses for kinesiology specialist specialization (B.S. degree): 24 semester hours, including BIO 147-148, CHEM 133; plus 13 hours to be determined in conjunction with a kinesiology academic advisor and to be approved by the department chair.
Major in kinesiology with Teaching/Coaching All-Level certification specialization (B.S. degree): 29 semester hours, including KIN 121, 135, 234, 333, 335, 476; plus KIN 373, 374 or 375, 381; and KIN 238 or 377 or 480. Another 18-24 semester hours towards a second teaching field is also required.
Supporting courses for Teaching/Coaching All-Level certification specialization (B.S. degree): 24 semester hours of the required courses for teacher education.
Major in kinesiology with Exercise Science specialization (B.S. degree): 36 semester hours, including KIN 121, 135, 234, 333, 335, 476; plus KIN 376, 411, 479; plus 12 hours selected from KIN 230, 238, 430, 433, 480.
Supporting courses for Exercise Science specialization (B.S. degree): 34 semester hours, including BIO 147-148, 235, 431; CHEM 143, 144 or 341; PHYS 141-142; STAT 374.
Major in kinesiology with Sport and Fitness Management Specialization (B.S. degree): 39 semester hours, including KIN 121,135, 234, 333, 335, 476; plus KIN 238, 411, 430, 480, and 12 hours from KIN 230, 430, 439, 476.
Supporting courses for Sport and Fitness Management Specialization (B.S. degree): 29 semester hours, including BIO 147-148, 235; BA 231 or 235, 337, 373, 378; CHEM 133; SOC 372.
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Skill Activities: Team Sports (1:0:2)KIN 113. Volleyball and Basketball
KIN 115. Softball
Skill Activities: Individual and Dual Sports (1:0:2)KIN 119. Golf
KIN 211. Tennis
KIN 212. Weight Training
KIN 212A. Aerobic Fitness Activities
KIN 213. Racquetball
Skill Activities: Dance and Aquatics (1:0:2)KIN 110. Basic Scuba Diving*. Prerequisite: basic swimming skills.
KIN 214. Folk Dance
KIN 216. Swimming and Emergency Rescue
KIN 315. Advanced Scuba Diving*. Prerequisite: must have at least an Open-Water I Certification or its equivalent.
KIN 316. Lifeguard Training. Prerequisite: basic swimming skills.
KIN 318. Master Diver Certification*. Prerequisite: KIN 315.
KIN 319. Special Topic: Activities offered on demand and with appropriate staff qualifications.
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* Fee required.
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KIN 120. Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries (2:2:1)An introduction and overview of the field of athletic training. Emphasis will be placed on gaining the knowledge and practical skills necessary to manage athletic injuries. Topics to include: injury recognition, taping/wrapping, wound care, injury treatment, modality use, and rehabilitation.
KIN 121. Contemporary Wellness (2:2:1)A lecture-laboratory course designed to provide the student with an appreciation and understanding of the dimensions of personal wellness, including an emphasis on the development of health-related fitness and nutrition. Laboratory experiences provide an opportunity to establish habits conducive to optimal well-being and quality of life.
KIN 122. First Aid and Medical Self Help (2:2:1)Course is designed to provide the students with an overview and basic understanding of the body systems and the injuries, diseases, and illnesses that can affect these systems. Emphasis is placed on recognition and management of emergency situations, and development of appropriate skills. A lecture/lab format is used. Upon completion of the course, the student may become certified by the American Red Cross in advanced First Aid and adult CPR.
KIN 135. Foundations of Kinesiology (3:3:0)Historical development of programs in sport, fitness, and physical education. Principles and their application in planning a modern physical education program.
KIN 211P. Practicum in Athletic Training (1:1:X)This course is intended for sophomore level students who are enrolled in the athletic training educational program. This is a laboratory-based course designed to begin instruction of clinical proficiencies in athletic training. Emphasis will be placed on clinical proficiencies in the areas of clinic operations, acute care, protective taping, risk management, and pharmacology procedures.
KIN 212P. Practicum in Athletic Training (1:1:X)This course is intended for sophomore level students who are enrolled in the athletic training educational program. This is a laboratory-based course designed to give instruction and evaluation of specific clinical proficiencies in athletic training. Emphasis will be placed on proficiencies in the areas of protective taping, risk management, and specific injury management. Evaluation of proficiencies will be preformed in the areas of clinic operations, acute care, protective taping, risk management, and pharmacology procedures. Prerequisite: KIN 211P.
KIN 220, 230, 320, 330. Directed Study (X:X:X)Individualized study in topics of special interest under the supervision of a faculty member. Requires a 2.0 GPA.
KIN 232. Introduction to Adapted Physical Education (3:3:0)An overview of the knowledge and subject matter commonly included in adapted physical education; provides opportunities to develop competency for teaching physical education to persons with disabilities.
KIN 234. Motor Learning (3:2:2)Emphasis on the many aspects of learning and performance of motor skills dealing specifically with selected concepts of skill development and their application in practice. Lecture and laboratory experiences.
KIN 238. Foundations of Athletic Training (3:2:2)Examination of scientific foundations in the field of athletic training. Emphasis will be placed on examination of the body’s response to trauma, injury management, medical terminology, and rehabilitation.
KIN 271. Assessment of Athletic Injuries I (3:2:2:)This course includes an in-depth look at the evaluation of injuries to the upper extremities, head and thorax. Other topics will include emergency management of injuries, goniometry, manual muscle testing, and isokinetic testing. Prerequisite: BIO 147-148, KIN 238.
KIN 272. Assessment of Athletic Injuries II (3:2:2)This course includes an in-depth look at the evaluation of injuries to the lower extremities, pelvis, and abdomen. Other topics include emergency management of injuries, goniometry, manual muscle testing, and isokinetic testing. Prerequisite: BIO 147-148, KIN 238.
KIN 311P. Practicum in Athletic Training (1:1:X)This course is intended for junior level students who are enrolled in the athletic training educational program. This is a laboratory-based course designed to give instruction and evaluation of specific clinical proficiencies in athletic training. Emphasis will be placed on proficiencies in the areas of specific injury management, basic assessment and evaluation, and communication. Evaluation of proficiencies will be preformed in the areas of risk management, basic assessment and evaluation, nutrition, and specific injury management. Prerequisite: KIN 212P.
KIN 312P. Practicum in Athletic Training (1:1:X)This course is intended for junior level students who are enrolled in the athletic training educational program. This is a laboratory-based course designed to give instruction and evaluation of specific clinical proficiencies in athletic training. Emphasis will be placed on proficiencies in the areas of specific injury management, acute care, presentations, and communication. Evaluation of proficiencies will be preformed in the areas of therapeutic modalities, specific injury management, and presentations. Prerequisite: KIN 311P.
KIN 333. Motor Skill Development (3:3:0)An examination of the factors affecting physical growth, factors influencing the acquisition of fundamental motor skills, and the effects of aging on physical performance.
KIN 335. Physiology of Exercise (3:3:0)Designed to develop an understanding of some of the physiological and biochemical events occurring in the human body during work stress and physical exercise. Prerequisite: BIO 147-148, CHEM 133.
KIN 371. Administration of Athletic Training Programs (3:3:0)Examination of issues relating to management of a comprehensive athletic training program. Administrative and legal issues, risk management, conflict resolution, budgeting, personnel, record keeping, and policy development.
KIN 372. Therapeutic Modalities (3:2:2)An examination of the theories, principles, and application of therapeutic modalities in a clinical setting. Prerequisite: KIN 238, BIO 147-148.
KIN 373. Theory of Coaching Baseball, Track, and Soccer (3:3:0)Theory, fundamental skills, and strategies of play. Conditioning, training, scouting, game preparation, and rules interpretations. Prerequisite: junior standing or consent of instructor.
KIN 374. Theory of Coaching Basketball/Football (3:3:0)Evaluation of modern methods of team play, offensive and defensive systems, fundamentals, and strategy. Scouting techniques, practice organization, keeping records and statistics, and rules interpretations. Prerequisite: junior standing or consent of instructor.
KIN 375. Theory of Coaching Basketball/Volleyball (3:3:0)Analysis of offensive and defensive systems, individual and team drills, conditioning and training procedures, scouting, keeping records and statistics, and rules interpretations. Prerequisite: junior standing or consent of instructor.
KIN 376. Theory of Strength Training (3:3:0)Study of the principles of advanced strength training. Emphasis will be placed on testing procedures, lifting technique, and program design. At the completion the student will be prepared to take the NSCA-CPT, CSCS, and U.S. Weight Lifting Federation certification examinations.
KIN 377. Early Childhood Motor Programming (3:3:0)Emphasis on promoting optimal physical growth and development through individualized gross/fine motor skill and health-related physical fitness programming. Laboratory teaching experiences are provided which focus on gaining knowledge and experience in assessment and programming of motor development activities for young children ages 3-9.
KIN 378. Therapeutic Exercise in Rehabilitation (3:3:0)An examination of the theories, principles, and applications of therapeutic exercise in the rehabilitation of injuries. Prerequisite: BIO 147-148, KIN 238.
KIN 379. Special Topic (3:3:0)Specialized topics for kinesiology majors. Offered only upon sufficient demand and availability of staff. May be repeated for credit as topics change. Possible topics include: outdoor recreation, community recreation, sport psychology.
KIN 381. Pharmacological Concepts in Sports Medicine (3:3:0)An introduction to the principles, physiology, and administration of common Pharmacological agents used in Sports Medicine. Prerequisite: BIO 147,148, KIN 238.
KIN 382. Methods of Teaching Physical Education Activities (3:2:2)This course is designed to equip the student with an understanding of essential concepts involved in performing and teaching selected activities in elementary and secondary physical education programs.
KIN 410, 420, 430. Independent Study (X:X:X)Independent study and research in specific areas of interest. Requires a 3.0 GPA and junior/senior standing.
KIN 411. Senior Seminar (1:X:0)A single oral presentation including abstract and selected references.
KIN 411P. Practicum in Athletic Training (1:1:X)This course is intended for senior level students who are enrolled in the athletic training educational program. This is a laboratory-based course designed to give instruction and evaluation of specific clinical proficiencies in athletic training. Emphasis will be placed on proficiencies in the areas of specific injury management, communication, and administration. Evaluation of proficiencies will be preformed in the areas of therapeutic exercise, acute care, presentations, communications, and specific injury management. Prerequisite: KIN 312P.
KIN 412P. Practicum in Athletic Training (1:1:X)This course is intended for senior level students who are enrolled in the athletic training educational program. This is a laboratory-based course designed to give instruction and evaluation of specific clinical proficiencies in athletic training. Emphasis will be placed on proficiencies in the areas of peer teaching, athletic training presentations, and preparation for oral practical examination. Evaluation of proficiencies will be preformed in the areas of specific injury management, administration and communication. Prerequisite: KIN 411P.
KIN 433. Measurement and Evaluation (3:3:0)Principles and techniques of testing and evaluation of performances in sport, fitness, and physical education programs. Offered fall semester.
KIN 419, 429, 439. Internship in Kinesiology (X:X:X)Designed to provide students with opportunities to work in special interest areas such as public schools, community or agency-sponsored recreation and aquatic facilities, medical clinics, fitness centers, etc., to gain first-hand insight into these areas. A study component must be agreed on. Must have departmental approval.
KIN 476. Biomechanics (3:3:0)Designed to equip the student with knowledge and understanding of movement through the application of principles of mechanical physics to the structure and function of the living human system. Prerequisite: BIO 147-148, CHEM 133.
KIN 479. Exercise Testing and Prescription (3:3:0)This course is designed to give the advanced student in kinesiology an in depth knowledge of the theory and practical application of exercise performance evaluation and prescription. Designed to meet requirements of the American College of Sports Medicine Certification Programs. Prerequisite: KIN 335.
KIN 480. Leadership in Coaching and Administration. (3:3:0)This course explores leadership, policy, legal, budget, and public relations aspects of coaching and program administration in athletics and kinesiology.
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