Kinesiology
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Faculty: J. Babington, T. Ball, M. Bretscher, R. Call, J. Carter, A. Cohen, C. Compton, S. Cotton, R. Dortch-Doan, W. Fenlon, D. Hackworthy, T. Hreha, K. Huffman, V. Lazar, J. Martin, M. Pickerill, B. Sieg, B. Skrenta, K. Stoffregen
The Department of Kinesiology provides Physical Activity Courses (PE) and study toward the Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in Kinesiology (KINS). The major is designed to provide the undergraduate student with a strong liberal arts background and prepares the student in the discipline of kinesiology. Kinesiology is the scientific study of human movement and includes such sub-disciplines as biomechanics, physiology of work and exercise, motor control/motor learning, athletic training, sport pedagogy, i.e., teaching and learning of sport skills and strategies, sociology/psychology of sports and exercise, and philosophy of human movement.
The department's educational goals encompass both the breadth and depth of knowledge of human movement. Courses address such questions as how and why the body moves, how simple and complex motor skills are acquired and developed over a life span, how the effects of physical activity may be immediate and lasting, and how and why injuries occur in the physically active.
Students who major in Kinesiology have a variety of career opportunities, including further study in areas of kinesiology, e.g., physiology, biomechanics, psychology of exercise and sport, motor control/motor learning; further study toward a professional degree, e.g., medical school, osteopathic medicine, physical therapy, physician's assistant; athletic training; researcher at a private or public university, government agency or private organization, such as Gatorade Sport Science Institute or Nike; teacher of physical education; coach, including strength coach of a school or university; exercise technologist in a hospital or clinical setting; program director and exercise leader in corporate wellness programs; personal trainer in private business or in association with health and fitness clubs; instructor in health and fitness clubs, including YMCAs, resort centers, etc.; corporate sport leadership; sports marketing/event planner.
There are two emphases in the department: Sports and Exercise Science, and Sports Medicine. All majors take the same core courses with other courses according to the emphasis area selected.
CAATE Accredited Athletic Training Education Program:
The ATEP program is being discontinued. All students admitted to the program will be expected to have completed it by June 2011. No student will be admitted into the program after the Fall 2008 program application cycle. Since applicants must have at least sophomore standing and have completed several prerequisite courses, students admitted as first-time degree seeking students for Fall 2008 and after will not be eligible to apply to the program. The KINS major with emphasis in athletic training will be discontinued on the same schedule.
Requirements for a major in Kinesiology (Sports and Exercise Science)
| Total courses required | Nine |
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| Other required courses | EDUC 250 is also required. BIO 203 is a prerequisite for KINS 409. PSY 214 or MATH 240 is a prerequisite for KINS 450. |
| # 300 and 400 level courses | Three and one-half |
| Senior requirement | The senior requirement consists of the successful completion of KINS 450 and KINS 451. |
| Additional information | Students seeking teacher certification should take KINS 401. |
| Recent changes in major | Beginning in 2007-08, majors are required to complete KINS 451, a continuation of the senior seminar, KINS 450. |
Requirements for a major in Kinesiology (Athletic Training)
| Total courses required | Ten |
| Core courses | KINS 100, KINS 110, KINS 150, KINS 160, KINS 262, KINS 303, KINS 304, KINS 353, KINS 363, KINS 366, KINS 367, KINS 369, KINS 403, KINS 404, KINS 406, KINS 409, KINS 450 |
| Other required courses | EDUC 250 is also required. BIO 203 is a prerequisite for KINS 366, KINS 367 and KINS 409. PSY 214 or MATH 240 is a prerequisite for KINS 450. KINS 254 is a prerequisite for KINS 353. |
| # 300 and 400 level courses | Seven and one-half |
| Senior requirement | The senior requirement consists of the successful completion of KINS 450 and an approved sports medicine Winter Term internship. |
| Additional information | The Athletic Training emphasis is typically pursued by majors with an interest in practicing as an athletic trainer or pursuing fields such as physical therapy, wellness, nutrition, physician assistant and medical school. |
| Recent changes in major | The major in Kinesiology with Athletic Training Emphasis is being discontinued. Only students who have successfully applied to the ATEP program by the Fall 2008 application cycle will be allowed to declare this major. Students are expected to complete the major by June 2011. |
Requirements for a major in Kinesiology (Sports Medicine)
| Total courses required | Nine |
| Core courses | KINS 100, KINS 110, KINS 262, KINS 353, KINS 354, KINS 363, KINS 366, KINS 367, KINS 369, KINS 409, KINS 450, KINS 451 |
| Other required courses | EDUC 250 is also required. BIO 203 is a prerequisite for KINS 366, KINS 367 and KINS 409. PSY 214 or MATH 240 is a prerequisite for KINS 450. KINS 254 or BIO 335 (with permission) is a prerequisite for KINS 353. |
| # 300 and 400 level courses | Six and one-half |
| Senior requirement | The senior requirement consists of the successful completion of KINS 450 and KINS 451. |
| Additional information | Students completing the Sports Medicine emphasis are encouraged to meet graduate or professional program course prerequisites in a health science area such as physical therapy, occupational therapy, physician's assistant, nursing, wellness, nutrition, athletic training, health care administration or pre-med. |
| Recent changes in major | Beginning in 2007-08, majors are required to complete KINS 451, a continuation of the senior seminar, KINS 450. |
Requirements for a minor in Kinesiology
| Total courses required | Five |
| Core courses | KINS 100, KINS 201 |
| Other courses | |
| # 300 and 400 level courses | One |
| Recent changes in minor |
Requirements for a minor in Coaching
| Total courses required | Four and one-half |
| Core courses | KINS 110, KINS 406 |
| Other courses | One from KINS 211, 212 or 242.
KINS 353 or KINS 409. BIO 203 is a prerequisite for KINS 409. KINS 290 is encouraged. |
| # 300 and 400 level courses | Two |
| Recent changes in minor |
Courses in Kinesiology
Courses in Physical Education | ||
| PE 001-098. Physical Education Activities | Group 6 | 1/4-1/2 course |
| Knowledge and skill development to satisfactorily participate in team sports, individual and dual sports, dance, swimming and physical fitness activities. Emphasis is placed on lifetime sports and fitness-wellness instruction. Any student who is unable to participate in regular activities due to physical disabilities should consult the department chair. No more than one full course of physical education activities may be applied toward the bachelor's degree. Classes meeting twice a week are for one-fourth course credit; classes meeting four times a week are for one-half course credit. Activity classes may not be counted toward a major in physical education, nor the major courses counted toward Group 6 requirement. Activities offered include: Aquatics: Aerobic Swimming, Beginning Swimming, Lifeguarding, Lifeguarding and First Aid Instructor, Scuba Diving, Water Safety Instructor Fitness: Free Weights, Aerobic Conditioning, Physical Conditioning, Super Circuit, Weight Training, Cross Training Fitness-Wellness: Lifefit includes personal fitness assessment: body composition, nutrition, cardiovascular, flexibility, muscular strength and endurance, and understandings for formulating personal exercise programs. Specific course topics are swimming, walking, physical conditioning or triathalon. Lifefit meets three times a week for activity and one time for lecture/discussion. Lifetime Sports: Badminton, Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Fencing, Football, Golf, Soccer, Tennis, Racquetball, Volleyball Martial Arts: Tae Kwan Do, Hap Kido, Self-Defense, Tai Chi Recreational Sports: Pickleball, Walleyball | ||
| PE 099. Varsity Athletics | Group 6 PE Activity | 0 course credit |
| A. Baseball, B. Mens Basketball, C. Womens Basketball, D. Mens Cross Country, E. Womens Cross Country, F. Field Hockey, G. Football, H. Mens Golf, I. Womens Golf, J. Mens Soccer, K. Womens Soccer, M. Softball, N. Mens Swimming, P. Womens Swimming, Q. Mens Tennis, R. Womens Tennis, S. Mens Track, U. Womens Track, V. Volleyball. Participation in a varsity sport earns one-quarter PE Activity credit (Group 6) per season. No academic credit is awarded toward the 31 courses required for graduation. A maximum of 1.0 course credit PE Activity, including participation in varsity sports, may be applied toward completion of Group 6. | ||
Courses in Kinesiology | ||
| KINS 100. Introduction to Kinesiology | 1 course | |
| Includes laboratory. Designed to introduce students to the discipline of kinesiology including the major subdisciplines and approaches to studying movement. Laboratory activities are designed to allow for measurement of phenomenon discussed in class, to introduce common laboratory procedures and techniques, and to learn how to collect and analyze data to answer questions of interest in kinesiology. | ||
| KINS 110. Introduction to Sports Medicine | 1/2 course | |
| Includes laboratory. Introduction to general principles and procedures in sports healthcare. Emphasis upon fundamental concepts in prevention, recognition, treatment and rehabilitation of athletic injuries. | ||
| KINS 150. Beginning Practicum in Athletic Training | 1/4 course | |
| Experiences with medical coverage of sporting events and clinical rotations through both university athletic training rooms expose the student to sports injuries and their management as well as administrative procedures in athletic training. A general health science observation is also required. The student will practice and develop proficiency in basic clinical skills. Prerequisite: Admission to the CAAHEP Accredited Athletic Training Program. | ||
| KINS 160. Clinical Education in Physical Conditioning and Nutrition | 1/4 course | |
| Focuses on clinical methods and techniques that relate to the enhancement of physical performance. Includes conditioning and physical testing of the active individual, nutritional assessment and planning, and development of clinical skills needed for effective psychosocial intervention. Prerequisites: KINS 100 and KINS 110. | ||
| KINS 197. First-Year Seminar in Kinesiology | 1 course | |
| A seminar focused on a theme related to the study of kinesiology. Open only to first-year students. | ||
| KINS 201. Philosophy, History and Sociology of Human Movement | Group 2 | 1 course |
| Overview of physical education, fitness and sport, including a study of the historical, philosophical and sociological concepts contributing to physical education, fitness and sport, as well as foundations related to instruction and curriculum development in physical education. | ||
| KINS 211. Coaching Techniques I | 1/2 course | |
| Coaching techniques with emphasis upon methods, tactics and strategy. Students choose one outdoor sport and one indoor sport from the following: A. outdoor sports: football or soccer; and B. indoor sports: volleyball or basketball. Three meetings a week of lecture and laboratory. Prerequisite: experience in the selected sports. | ||
| KINS 212. Coaching Techniques II | 1/2 course | |
| Coaching techniques with emphasis upon methods, tactics and strategy. Students choose two sports from the following: A. first half of semester: tennis or golf; and B. second half of semester: baseball, softball or track. Three meetings a week of lecture and laboratory. Prerequisite: experience in the selected sports. | ||
| KINS 231. Methods of Teaching Team Sports | 1 course | |
| Instruction in the methods of teaching team sports to students of physical education or participants in a different sport setting, such as camps, commercial clubs or community recreation centers. Such topics as appropriate equipment, safety considerations, teaching progression, game rules, grade-level sequencing and lesson plan format are presented along with laboratory experiences in the performance of and teaching of basketball, softball/baseball, soccer and volleyball. Five meetings a week of lecture and lab. | ||
| KINS 232. Methods of Teaching Rhythmic and Physical Activities | 1 course | |
| Instruction in the methods of teaching rhythmic and physical activities to students of physical education or participants in a different activity setting, such as camps, commercial clubs or community recreation center. Methods will include fundamental skills and rules, progression in learning, sequencing for different ages, safety, unit plans and lesson plans. There are laboratory experiences in the performance of and teaching of rhythmic activities, such as basic movement, folk and square dance; and the physical activities of weight training, racquet sports, leisure activities, and track and field. Five meetings a week of lecture and lab. | ||
| KINS 250. Motor Development and Adapted Physical Education | Group 2 | 1/2-1 course |
| Includes a historical perspective; legislative mandates; non-categorical approach; inclusion; categorical approach: mental retardation, learning disabilities, emotional disorders, deafness and hearing impairment, visual impairment, neurological and muscular disabilities, physical deviations and other disabling conditions; behavior management; the educational team; and administration of the program. Field trips to local educational or rehabilitation settings. May be taken for one credit by participation in additional field experiences and correlating course work. Not open to students with credit in EDUC 250. | ||
| KINS 254. Human Physiology | Group 1 | 1 course |
| An integrated study of the normal functions of organs and organ systems in the human organism. The course begins with fundamental principles of biochemistry, cell biology and histology, followed by study of endocrine, nervous, muscular, cardiovascular, immune, respiratory, digestive, urinary and reproductive systems. | ||
| KINS 260. Sport and Exercise Psychology | 1 course | |
| An examination of the psychological factors which influence human performance in adults, children and the elderly and the role of gender and race on these psychological factors. In addition, the course involves investigation of the role of psychology in health and exercise. Topics covered include personality, motivation, arousal, anxiety control, psychological skill training in sports,models of behavior change, psychology of injury and other topics. | ||
| KINS 262. Therapeutic Modalities | 1/2 course (includes laboratory) | |
| Investigates the physiological theories and the physical properties involved in promoting tissue healing through utilization of contemporary modalities. Describes principles and techniques of modality application. | ||
| KINS 290. Topics in Sports Science and Sports Medicine | 1/2-1 course | |
| Assorted topics related to physical education and sport; i.e., American sport, Olympic sport, sport psychology and sports marketing. Course may be repeated with different topics. | ||
| KINS 303. Clinical Practicum Athletic Training II | 1/4 course | |
| Clinical education in therapeutic modalities, environmental risk management and fitting/emergency removal of protective sports equipment. Affiliated field experience in an equipment-intensive sport with supervised application of the required clinical education proficiences in this practicum. | ||
| KINS 304. Clinical Practicum in Athletic Training III | 1/4 course | |
| Clinical education in therapeutic exercise and medical documentation. Affiliated field experience with supervised application of the required clinical education proficiencies in this practicum. | ||
| KINS 353. Physiology of Exercise | Group 1, lab | 1 course |
| Includes laboratory. Study of physiological factors which influence human performance and the responses of body systems to physical activity. Laboratory emphasizes observation of concepts using the scientific method and developing quantitative skills in data interpretation. Prerequisite: KINS 254 or BIO 335. | ||
| KINS 354. Bioenergetics of Human Movement | Group 1 | 1 course |
| Examination of energy metabolism, including metabolism of carbohydrates, fats, proteins, and the role of vitamins and minerals in energy metabolism. The laboratory introduces techniques of measurement in energy metabolism. | ||
| KINS 363. Therapeutic Exercise | 1/2 course | |
| Includes laboratory. Examines the physiological and biomechanical theories of therapeutic exercise in the rehabilitation of the physically active individual. Presents principles and techniques of therapeutic exercise commonly integrated into the treatment/rehabilitation plan. Prerequisite: KINS 366. | ||
| KINS 366. Injury Recognition and Evaluation I | 1 course | |
| Focus upon commonly accepted techniques and procedures for clinical evaluation of athletic injuries to the head, cervical spine, knee and lower leg. Integrates applied anatomy and characteristic injury pathologies into the evaluative process. Emphasis on objective documentation and oral evaluation skills. Prerequisite: BIO 203 | ||
| KINS 367. Injury Recognition and Evaluation II | 1/2 course | |
| Principles and methods utilized in the systematic evaluation of thigh, hip, spine and head injuries in sport. Integrates applied anatomy, injury pathology characteristics, head injuries in sport. Integrates applied anatomy, injury pathology characteristics and early injury management. Laboratory practice in clinical evaluation of pathologies. | ||
| KINS 369. Medical Perspectives | 1 course | |
| Investigation of selected medical topics relevant to the athletic trainer's central role in sports healthcare. Topics include pharmacology, internal injuries, surgical techniques, imaging techniques, special medical conditions/illnesses, medical terminology, SOAP noting and facial injuries. Medical and allied health professionals contribute through guest lectures. Prerequisite: KINS 366. | ||
| KINS 401. Methods and Evaluation in Physical Education | 1/2 course | |
| Explores methods of instruction for varied student populations and lesson planning in physical education. Acquaints students with the general field of tests and measurements as an administrative and teaching device used in presenting and evaluating the physical education program. Includes elementary statistics, pertinent tests in the field and alternative forms of assessment. | ||
| KINS 403. Clinical Practicum in Athletic Training IV | 1/4 course | |
| Clinical education in evaluation of athletic injuries. Affiliated field experience with supervised application of the required clinical educational proficiencies in this practicum. | ||
| KINS 404. Clinical Practicum in Athletic Training V | 1/4 course | |
| Clinical education on general medical conditions and healthcare administration. Affiliated field experience with supervised application of the clinical education proficiencies in this practicum. | ||
| KINS 406. Administration and Risk Management | 1 course | |
| Administrative process is applied to sports science and athletic training. Includes program philosophy, program development, facility and fiscal management, management of supplies and equipment, office procedures and public relations. Students learn to implement safety measures to ensure participants in physical activity and sport programs of a safe environment and to safeguard institutions and their employees from court lawsuits. The two emphases, sports medicine and sports science, divide into specialized learning groups for the second half of the semester. | ||
| KINS 409. Biomechanics | Group 1 | 1 course |
| The science of human motion based on anatomical, mechanical and physiological principles. Laboratory experiences. Prerequisite: BIO 203. | ||
| KINS 450. Senior Seminar | 1/2 course | |
| A. Sports Medicine B. Sports Science This course provides students an opportunity to directly study an area of selected interest within the discipline while examining contemporary issues relevant to the field. This course provides students numerous opportunities for oral participation through various assignments and activities centered around article reviews, discussions, group debates, and presentations of common issues prevalent in the discipline today. Students will also complete and present a senior paper/thesis on a selected topic. Prerequisite for KINS 450: PSY 210 or MATH 340. | ||
| KINS 451. Senior Thesis | 1/2 course | |
| This course is the continuation of KINS 450 Senior Seminar. Each student is required to complete an individual research project under faculty supervision and to submit a thesis. Prerequisite: KINS 450 and permission of research sponsor. This course is required of Sports Medicine and Exercise and Sport Science majors in the senior year. May not be taken pass/fail. | ||
| KINS 491. Projects in Kinesiology | 1/2-1 course | |
| Independent projects under the direction of a kinesiology faculty member. A detailed written project proposal must be approved by the supervising faculty member and the chair of Kinesiology. Prerequisite: Permission of department. May be repeated up to 2 course credits. Not open for pass/fail credit. | ||
| KINS 492. Projects in Kinsesiology | 1/2-1 course | |
| A continuation of KINS 491. | ||
