Kinesiology & Wellness Courses
Kinesiology Courses
KIN 1000 INTRODUCTION TO COMMUNITY HEALTH EDUCATION (1)
This course introduces students to the field of Community Health Education. Classroom and laboratory experiences will familiarize the student with the Community Health Education program and its specific academic components and career or graduate school opportunities. Advisement issues and basic computer competencies will be addressed.
Prerequisite: none
Offered: fall and spring
KIN 1200 WEIGHT TRAINING TECHNIQUES (2)
formerly PXS 1200
This course is designed to provide students with the underlying principles of basic resistance training program design. It will also address proper resistance exercise techniques utilizing free-weights, variable resistance machines, body weight, elastic bands, and other forms of exercise to increase muscular endurance, strength, hypertrophy and power. Emphasis is placed on safety and effectiveness of movements.
Prerequisite: none
Offered: fall and spring
KIN 2110 PROFESSIONS AND DEVELOPMENT IN HEALTH SCIENCES (1)
formerly PXS 2110
This course is designed to expand student understanding about professional organizations, certifications, development opportunities and careers in the field of health sciences. Students will explore what is required to obtain certifications or degrees and gain insight into various regional and national organizations and conferences. This course will encourage students to create a plan for optimizing their college experience in and out of the classroom (i.e. clubs, majors, and minors) to put them in the best position for a future career.
Prerequisite: none
Offered: fall and spring
KIN 2150 RESEARCH SEMINAR (2)
formerly PXS 2150
This course aims to prepare students to read and understand research and the process required to investigate information prior to conducting their own research studies. Students practice combining information from existing research studies and properly citing those studies to effectively reveal what is known and unknown about a topic.
Offered: as needed
KIN 2170 FIRST AID/CPR/AED (2)
formerly ATP 1200/PXS 2170
Introduction and practice in immediate and temporary care of injuries and sudden illness. Emphasis is on CPR and management of common sudden illnesses such as asthma, allergic reactions, burns, joint and skeletal injuries, and bleeding and wound management. Students seeking First Aid/CPR/AED certification will be asked to pay a small additional fee.
Prerequisite: none
Offered: fall and spring
KIN 2300 PSYCHOSOCIAL ASPECTS OF PHYSICAL ACTIVITY, EXERCISE AND HEALTH IN DIVERSE POPULATIONS (3)
formerly PXS 2300
This course will address the psychological and sociocultural aspects of working with diverse populations. The content of the course will aid students in gaining a greater understanding and then application to those they will work with in the coaching, health, exercise, and physical activity settings. The foundation of the course is to understand best practices in their field.
Prerequisite: none
Offered: spring
KIN 2400 SPORT AND FITNESS NUTRITION (3)
formerly PXS 2400
This course introduces students to the fundamental concepts and practical application of nutrition to sports performance and general fitness. These concepts and applications will include bioenergetics of macronutrients and micronutrients, recommendations for daily nutrient periodization, the importance of hydration and electrolyte balance, implementation of dietary supplements, issues related to health, injury, and performance complications associated with unhealthy eating patterns.
Prerequisite: none
KIN 2500 HISTORY AND PHILOSOPHY OF SPORT (3)
formerly PXS 2500/2550
The goal of this course is to gain a better understanding of the history and philosophies of modern sport. Students will explore the ancient Greeks and Romans and their impact on modern sport. Additionally, students will learn about the history of the modern Olympic Games. The students will gain an understanding of the rise of modern sport, through the history of the United States. Finally, the students will learn about current issues within sport including race, sex, media, social class, and social deviance.
Prerequisite: none
Offered: fall (even years)
KIN 2590 PREVENTION AND CARE OF ATHLETIC INJURIES (3)
formerly ATP 1590
This course investigates tissue, healing, mechanisms of injury, immediate injury care, the need for referral for various orthopedic and non-orthopedic conditions, and the need for planning for emergency and non-emergency events.
Prerequisite: KIN 2170
Offered: fall and spring
KIN 2800 EXERCISE MANAGEMENT FOR PERSONS WITH CHRONIC DISEASES AND DISABILITIES (3)
formerly PXS 2800
Exercise is a viable component in the care and treatment of chronic diseases and disabilities. The purpose of this course is to provide guidance for appropriate exercise prescriptions that can positively affect functional capacity and slow or prevent exercise intolerance.
Prerequisite: none
Offered: spring
KIN 2850 FOUNDATIONS OF HUMAN ANATOMY (3)
formerly PXS 2850
This course is part of a two-course sequence designed to prepare students with basic knowledge of human anatomy and body systems. The emphasis of this course will on identification and description of the body’s internal and external structures and their relationships.
Prerequisite: none
Offered: fall
KIN 2860 FOUNDATIONS OF HUMAN PHYSIOLOGY (3)
formerly PXS 2860
This course is part of a two-course sequence designed to prepare students with knowledge of human physiology and body systems. The emphasis of this course will be on the interdependent nature of our anatomic structures and their various processes.
Prerequisite: This course is intended to be taken after KIN 2850.
Offered: spring
KIN 2900 STRUCTURAL KINESIOLOGY (3)
formerly PXS 2900
This is a foundational course designed to teach students how anatomy affects movement of the human body. The course will emphasize surface anatomy and the musculoskeletal system including various structures, functions, and mechanics of the human body.
Prerequisite: KIN 2850
Offered: fall and spring
KIN 2920 INTERNSHIP I (2)
formerly PXS 2920
Each student, in consultation with the instructor, will arrange an internship at a departmentally approved venue. A minimum of 100 hours in the field will be required (Juniors or above).
Prerequisite: none
Offered: fall and spring, summer as needed basis
KIN 3000 COMMUNITY HEALTH (3)
formerly PXS 3000
Factors influencing health and the body systems and practices, also programs affecting the development and maintenance of physical and mental well-being. Designated writing enrichment course for Exercise Science majors.
Prerequisite: none
Offered: fall (even-year)
KIN 3040 PHYSIOLOGY OF EXERCISE (3)
formerly PXS 4040
This course will examine the effects of both acute and chronic exercise on basic physiological processes. More specifically the course covers (a) basic metabolic processes occurring at rest and during exercise; (b) dynamics of muscular contraction and circulation; (c) the relationship of nutrition to physical performance; and (d) effects of age, environment, and gender of physical activity.
Prerequisite: BIO 2110/3060 and BIO 2120/3080, or KIN 2850 and 2860, or permission of the instructor
Offered: fall and spring
KIN 3080 SPORT AND EXERCISE PSYCHOLOGY (3)
formerly PXS 3080
In this course students examine how thoughts and emotions impacts performance and how performance impacts thoughts and emotions. Students will explore personality, motivation, confidence, fear of failure, burnout, injury, decision making, team cohesion, leadership and more. We will delve into theories that best explain individual choices, responses, and behaviors, as well as practical strategies for improving performance and satisfaction in sport and exercise.
Prerequisite: Recommended junior level standing
Offered: fall
KIN 3100 HEALTH-RELATED PHYSICAL FITNESS ASSESSMENT (3)
A course focusing on client-centered assessment and exercise prescription, emphasizing the components of health- related physical fitness. Includes both lecture and laboratory activities.
Prerequisite: WEL 2180 or permission of department chair
Offered: fall
KIN 3120 BIOMECHANICS (3)
formerly PXS 3120
In this course students will learn the application of anatomy and mechanics in relation to the human body. They will also learn the kinematic and kinetic principles and be able to apply these to sport and exercise. Students will have the opportunity to analyze the biomechanics of movement.
Prerequisites: MAT 1050 and higher and KIN 2900 or instructor permission
Offered: fall and spring
KIN 3200 MOTOR DEVELOPMENT (3)
formerly PXS 3200
Movement changes throughout the lifespan and their implications for the curriculum in physical education.
Prerequisite: none
Offered: fall
KIN 3210 SPORT SOCIOLOGY (3)
formerly PXS 3210
With particular emphasis on the intersectionality of sport in American culture, topics will include sport as a business, ethics in sport, the study of sport from a social perspective taking into account factors of dominant ideology of race, sex, religion, nationalism, history, and philosophy as they relate to the growth and development of the sport experience.
Prerequisite: none
Offered: spring or as needed
KIN 3600 MOTOR LEARNING (3)
formerly PXS 3600
The purpose of this course is to gain an understanding of the fundamental processes underlying learning and performing motor skills. Students will gain an understanding of how practice and experience can have a relatively permanent improvement on skill acquisition.
Prerequisite: Recommended junior level standing
Offered: spring
KIN 3920 INTERNSHIP II (1-3)
formerly PXS 3920
Each student, in consultation with the instructor, will arrange an internship at a departmentally approved venue. A minimum of 100 hours in the field will be required (Juniors or above).
Prerequisite: KIN 2920 and/or permission of the Department Chair
Offered: fall and spring
KIN 4000 FACILITY MANAGEMENT (3)
formerly PXS 4000
Students will learn the philosophical and methodological bases for organizing and administering exercise science, recreation, athletic, and sports related programs, including introduction to the use of relevant computer applications.
Prerequisite: none
Offered: spring
KIN 4100 PHYSICAL ACTIVITY EPIDEMIOLOGY (3)
Examines the etiology and risk factors of diseases and associated health problems attributable to physical inactivity.
Prerequisite: KIN 3100 or permission of department chair
Offered: fall
KIN 4110 STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING (3)
formerly PXS 4110
In this course students will be taught the following: (a) proper lifting techniques; (b) how to strengthen major muscle groups; (c) how to develop speed, agility, and endurance; and (d) how to obtain and maintain a high level of fitness while executing quality workouts. This course is intended to cover the essentials of strength training and conditioning to prepare a student for becoming a NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist.
Prerequisite: KIN 3040 or permission of the instructor
Offered: fall
KIN 4115 PERSONAL TRAINING (3)
formerly PXS 4100
This course involves evaluation of health behaviors and risk factors, conducting fitness assessments, writing appropriate exercise prescriptions, and motivating individuals to modify negative habits and maintain a lifestyle that promotes personal health and fitness. This course is also intended to cover the essentials of personal training to prepare a student who is interested in becoming an ACSM Certified Personal Trainer.
Prerequisite: KIN 3040 or permission of the instructor
Offered: spring
KIN 4120 CLINICAL EXERCISE TESTING (3)
formerly PXS 4120
This course is designed to provide the student with the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform common physiological testing procedures. Emphasis is on tests normally performed in both clinical and applied fitness settings. Scientific foundations of conditioning, a life-span approach, with specific attention to exercise prescription for all populations.
Prerequisite: none
Offered: fall
KIN 4200 CLINICAL EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY (3)
The focus of this course is on the impact certain chronic diseases have on one’s ability to be physically active and how exercise can be prescribed to treat such conditions.
Prerequisites: KIN 3040 or permission of instructor
Offered: spring
KIN 4210 PSYCHOLOGY OF COACHING (3)
formerly PXS 4200
Regardless of the type of coach you want to become, the current course will prepare you with background, theory and practical approaches to helping others improve and grow in sport, life, health or wellness. We will cover intrapersonal factors (i.e. authenticity, self-awareness, bias, confidence, motivation etc…) and interpersonal skills (i.e. strength based, cognitive-behavioral skills, motivation, communication etc…) needed to ethically and effectively work with a diverse population.
Prerequisite: none
Offered: spring
KIN 4300 PSYCHOSOCIAL ASPECTS OF EXERCISE AND SPORT (3)
This course is designed to address intersectionality in exercise and sport. The content of the course will aid students in gaining a greater understanding of psychological and sociocultural constructs and their application to coaching, health, exercise, and physical activity settings.
Prerequisite: none
Offered: spring
KIN 4350 ADVANCED SPORT TRAINING TECHNIQUES (3)
This course is designed to provide students with the focused principles of advanced sport training techniques associated with strength and conditioning. It will address proper techniques utilizing plyometrics, running mechanics, speed, agility, change-of-direction, and apply these methods to specific sport functions. Emphasis is placed on effectiveness of movements and ability to integrate material to clinical practice.
Prerequisite: KIN 1200
Offered: fall and spring
KIN 4850 SPECIAL TOPICS IN KINESIOLOGY (1-3)
The special topics course is designed to accommodate additional Kinesiology topics, not currently covered in the existing curriculum. The content of this course will be flexible, and students may register for more than one semester if topics vary.
KIN 4900 CLINICAL OBSERVATION IN KINESIOLOGY (2)
A supervised observation and learning experience in a clinical setting. A minimum of 80 hours will be required.
Prerequisites: KIN 3100 and senior standing
Offered: fall and spring
KIN 4920 INTERNSHIP III (1-3)
formerly PXS 4920
Each student, in consultation with the instructor, will arrange an internship at a departmentally approved venue. A minimum of 100 hours in the field will be required (Juniors or above).
Prerequisite: KIN 3920 and/or permission of the Department Chair
Offered: fall and spring
KIN 4950 EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING IN PSYCHOSOCIAL ASPECTS OF SPORT AND COACHING II (1)
formerly PXS 4950
Students will be responsible for teaching mental skills to teams, athletes, and their peers. This course requires 40 hours of practice, implementation of sessions, and debriefing.
Prerequisite: none
Offered: spring
KIN 4990 INDEPENDENT STUDY IN EXERCISE AND SPORT SCIENCE (1-3)
formerly PXS 4990
An opportunity for an upper-division student to engage in special research in his/her major. Prerequisite: approval by the faculty advisor, supervising professor, department chair, and the college dean before approval by the Provost. Credits to be determined.
Offered: as needed
Wellness Courses
WEL 1010 CPR/LIFETIME ACTIVITIES (1)
Students will receive instruction in cardiopulmonary resuscitation and first aid and may qualify for American Red Cross CPR/First Aid certification. Students will be expected to pay a small additional fee. Students will also be instructed in lifetime physical activities that can help improve their personal level of physical fitness.
Prerequisite: none
Offered: fall and spring
WEL 2010 PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES (1)
The courses in the 2010 series are oriented toward promoting the concept of lifetime physical activity as a way of life. Emphasis is placed upon the role that lifetime physical activity should play in today’s society. Activities such as badminton, bowling, golf, weight-training, tennis, and yoga/pilates are offered in various combinations during the academic year. Participation in some activities may require students to pay additional fees.
Prerequisite: none
Offered: fall and spring
- WEL 2011 PHYSICAL ACTIVITY: WEIGHT TRAINING (1)
- WEL 2012 PHYSICAL ACTIVITY: TENNIS (1)
- WEL 2013 PHYSICAL ACTIVITY: YOGA (1)
WEL 2180 CONCEPTS OF FITNESS AND NUTRITION (3)
This course provides students with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to maintain and improve physical fitness levels and to develop an understanding of the lifetime benefits associated with regular physical activity and exercise. The course is a combination of lecture and laboratory activity.
Prerequisite: none
Offered: fall and spring
WEL 2350 INTERCOLLEGIATE SPORTS (1)
Intercollegiate participation in baseball, basketball, cheerleading, volleyball, lacrosse, tennis, golf, softball, soccer, track/ field, cross-country, and/or football. May be taken only one time for one credit hour. Must be taken in the semester the sport is in season. Pass/fail credit.
Prerequisite: none
Offered: fall and spring