Kinesiology (KIN)
KIN 1113 Wellness and Positive Life Styles
A study involving the integration of principles of health and wellness that expand one’s potential to make informed choices about life styles. Lectures with corresponding laboratory experiences are designed to aid students in personal fitness and wellness development.
KIN 2001 Intercollegiate Football
Varsity participation.(Five days a week in season. Maximum credit of four hours)
KIN 2101 Intercollegiate Basketball
Varsity participation.(Five days a week in season. Maximum credit of four hours)
KIN 2111 Intercollegiate Women’s Basketball
Varsity participation.(Five days a week in season. Maximum credit of four hours.)
KIN 2201 Intercollegiate Baseball
Varsity participation.(Five days a week in season. Maximum credit of four hours)
KIN 2401 Intercollegiate Tennis
Varsity participation. (Five days a week in season. Maximum credit of four hours)
KIN 2411 Intercollegiate Women’s Tennis
Varsity participation.(Five days a week in season. Maximum credit of four hours.)
KIN 2501 Intercollegiate Golf
Varsity participation.(Five days a week in season. Maximum credit of four hours)
KIN 2601 Weight Training and Conditioning
Physical conditioning program consisting of weights and jogging.
KIN 2651 Specialized Recreational Activities
(Subject named in title listing. Course may be repeated under a different subject.)
KIN 2662 Survey of Health, Physical Educationand
Recreation This course is designed to give the prospective teacher of Physical Education/Health and/or the Recreation specialist an insight into the area of specialization. Personal fitness assessment, trends and issues, and portfolio requirements in the respective programs will be addressed.
KIN 2701 Intercol Women’s Track & Cross Country
Varsity participation.(Five days a week in season. Maximum credit of four hours.)
KIN 2752 First Aid and Safety
This course provides knowledge and practical experience in emergency care.
KIN 2801 Intercollegiate Women’s Softball
Varsity participation.(Five days a week in season. Maximum credit of four hours.)
KIN 2901 Intercollegiate Women’s Volleyball
Varsity participation.(Five days a week in season. Maximum credit of four hours.)
KIN 3113 School and Community Health
A study of procedures leading to the solution of health problems found in the school and community.
KIN 3142 Recreation Sports Programs
This course is designed to study the objectives and principles in administering recreational sports programs in schools and in the community. The course offers an exploration and examination of theoretical foundations and basic sport programming skills, methods, and techniques necessary to deliver recreational sports activities within a variety of settings, agencies and/or organizations.
KIN 3152 Camp Counseling Leadership and
Programming Organization and administration of organized camp experiences. Topics will include counseling techniques, leadership, and programming.
KIN 3242 Sports/Recreation Facilities Management
The course is designed to present information regarding management of recreation facilities in the public and private sectors. The course will focus on the facility manager’s role and responsibilities.
KIN 3252 Motor Learning and Development
This course is a study of the development of movement skills in humans from infancy to older adulthood and how differing motor, cognitive, and social abilities affect skill acquisition.
KIN 3352 Measurement and Evaluation
Measurement and evaluation techniques applicable to school physical education and exercise settings.
KIN 3462 Adapted Physical Education
This course is designed to examine the need for programs adapted for individuals with atypical physical needs and to focus on awareness and knowledge of various types of conditions, symptoms, and characteristics of said individuals. Emphasis is given to the organization and development of programs adapted for individuals with physical challenges.
KIN 3473 Applied Anatomical Kinesiology
An in-depth study of the human musculoskeletal system; examining each joint, the associated muscles, and the movements produced. Emphasis is given to the application to human movement, to athletic performance, and to injury prevention.
KIN 3553 Elementary School Program
Methods and teaching techniques in preparation for teaching physical education to elementary school students.
KIN 3563 Health Fitness
This course will examine the relationships between exercise and nutrition with health, fitness, disease prevention, and longevity. An emphasis will be placed on the roles of exercise and proper nutrition in preventing chronic conditions such as obesity, metabolic syndrome, cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, and cancer. The knowledge gained in this course is useful to any individual who is interested in pursuing a career as a personal trainer, corporate fitness specialist, clinical exercise physiologist, or cardiac rehabilitation specialist.
KIN 3652 Recreational Leadership
Techniques of group leadership; interpretation of leadership; analysis of problems at various levels; and examination of methods of leadership.
KIN 3753 Techniques of Teaching Team Sports and
Gymnastics Teaching and performance techniques of team sports and gymnastics. Includes but not limited to volleyball, soccer, flag football, softball, track and field, and gymnastics.
KIN 3763 Tech of Teaching Lifetime Activities
Teaching and performance techniques of lifetime activities. Includes but not limited to tennis, golf, dance, camping, backpacking and hiking.
KIN 3852 Officiating
Techniques of officiating. Topics will include effective communication skills, officiating style, conflict resolution, and legal responsibilities.
KIN 3951 Sport Management Internship I
A real-world learning experience in sport and recreational programs that will give the student the opportunity to experience and contribute to a professional recreation sports management setting and develop skills essential to that setting. Petition required.
KIN 4043 Introduction to Sport Law
An introduction to sport law with an emphasis on liability, negligence, and risk management with an application to recreation sport management.
KIN 4053 Organization and Administration
Administrative techniques and sound management principles utilized in physical education, intramurals, intercollegiate, and health education programs.
KIN 4152 Community Recreation
Study of the scope of recreation, activities appropriate for a community wide program, survey of facilities and opportunities, and planning.
KIN 4253 Physiology of Exercise
This course provides an introduction to the physiological considerations of the human organism in response to physical activity.
KIN 4263 Advanced Physiology of Exercise
This course provides students with an advanced level of understanding of exercise physiology. It emphasizes the acute and chronic effects of exercise on various physiological systems in adults and the integrative nature of these physiological responses.
KIN 4273 Exercise Testing and Prescription
This course introduces the basic knowledge regarding the methodology of exercise testing and exercise prescription. Specific emphasis will be placed on knowledge pertaining to the ACSM Health Fitness Instructor Certification Exam. Successful completion of this course results in having the understanding and skills necessary to administrate excercise testing and prescription in both the commercial and clinical setting. This course is designed for majors who wish to pursue a career in either cardiac rehabilitation or corporate fitness. Content centers on both healthy and special populations with a variety of abilities and disabilities.
KIN 4283 Human Performance Laboratory
This course is designed to provide introductory knowledge and experience in collecting and analyzing human physiological data in response to physical activity and exercise. The knowledge gained in this course is useful to any individual seeking to better comprehend the acute response and chronic adaptation of humans to physiological stress. This course is particularly valuable to students pursuing a career in the exercise sciences.
KIN 4353 Foundations of Physical Education
Brief history of health and physical education; scientific and philosophic foundations for modern program construction.
KIN 4363 Foundations of Recreation
This course is planned to provide a thorough description of the current scope and organizational practices as well as the historical, sociological, psychological, philosophical and economic aspects of recreation and leisure.
KIN 4373 Foundations of Kinesiology
A study of kinesiology and the related fields with a focus on how they are integrated into a unified body of knowledge. Replaces previous Foundations courses. Do not take this course if you have had KIN 4353 or KIN 4363.
KIN 4383 Contemporary Issues in Sport Management
A study of current issues in recreation sport management.
KIN 4402 Principles of Athletic Coaching
This course is designed to introduce the coaching/ teacher candidate to the basic knowledge needed to be successful in the coaching field. The various responsibilities and roles of head coaches and assistant coaches will be examined.
KIN 4413 Principles of Strength and Conditioning
Coaching This course is designed to provide a comprehensive overview of developing strength and conditioning programs for diverse populations. Emphasis is placed on designing programs for the development of physiological attributes required for performance of a variety of physical activities.
KIN 4502 Coaching Football
Basic fundamentals and techniques in coaching the three major areas of football–offense, defense, and the kicking games as well as practice, organization, and game situations.
KIN 4512 Coaching Basketball
Methods of coaching individual and team offensive and defensive skills as well as practice, organization, and game situations.
KIN 4602 Coaching Baseball
Theory of coaching offensive and defensive fundamentals, practice, organization, and game situations.
KIN 4632 Coaching Softball
This course examines the basic fundamentals and techniques in coaching offensive and defensive skills as well as planning practices, organizing schedules, hiring officials, planning travel, handling game situations, and investigating strategies in the sport of softball.
KIN 4642 Coaching Volleyball
This course examines the basic fundamentals and techniques in coaching offensive and defensive skills as well as planning practices, organizing schedules, hiring officials, planning travel, handling game situations, and investigating strategies in the sport of volleyball.
KIN 4652 Coaching Esports
Explore the foundational principles and strategic nuances of coaching esports teams across a variety of titles, delving into mechanics, strategies, and player development. Gain insights into leadership, communication, and strategic decision-making while honing skills to adapt coaching methodologies to different games and scenarios, fostering excellence in the dynamic realm of esports coaching.
KIN 4802 Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries
The course provides instruction in areas such as injury/illness prevention, first aid and emergency care, assessment of injury/illness, human anatomy and physiology, therapeutic modalities, and nutrition. Clinical education experiences afford hands-on practice and reinforcement of techniques studied (Lab fee)
KIN 4813 Nutrition and Weight Managment
This course will explore some of the aspects of weight control; why individuals gain weight, why some individuals need to lose weight, how individuals can lose weight, and how weight loss can be maintained. Metabolism, food consumption, and exercise, as related to weight control, will be considred and discussed.
KIN 4823 Nutrition in Sports
This course examines the study of nutrition as it relates to human energy production, energy substrate utilization during exercise, fitness, and sports performance. Special emphasis is given to energy needs for specific types of physical activity, current theories related to weight gain/loss, the relationships between diet and training for optimal performance, and sports performance enhancing substances.
KIN 4833 Stress Management
This course is designed to introduce various techniques utilized to successfully manage stress. Information about stress, anger management, relaxation techniques, and coping skills is included.
KIN 4842 Psychology of Sport
This course is designed to introduce the history and evolution of sports psychology. The course identifies various personality traits and the impact these traits have on sport performance. Specific traits of aggression, confidence, and anxiety will be investigated. The course also addresses the dynamics involved in the structure of a team.
KIN 4852 Fitness for Life
The course is designed to investigate nutrition, weight training, and aerobic activities as components of a healthy lifestyle. The intent of the course is to persuade students to engage in healthy living for a lifetime.
KIN 4903 Methods in Physical Education and Health
A theory and practice course focusing on organizational and instructional techniques, discipline strategies, and class management. Will not count toward a major or minor in Physical Education. (Must be admitted to Teacher Education)
KIN 4952 Sport Management Internship II
Work experience in sport and recreational programs. Petition required.
KIN 4963 Practicum
The practicum is intended to provide the opportunity to apply and expand the knowledge and skills learned in the academic program with actual clients/consumers, to promote the development of self-evaluation and problem solving skills, and to acquaint students with different career/practicum opportunities that exist within the field of Exercise Science.
KIN 4970 Special Studies
Individualized project selected in consultation with the professor. Petition required.
KIN 4980 Seminar
Petition required.
KIN 4984 Esports Capstone
In the Esports Capstone, students integrate coaching strategies, player well-being principles, broadcasting skills, and industry concepts. They refine coaching methodologies, prioritize player health, enhance broadcasting abilities, and analyze esports industry trends. Through projects and discussions, students emerge with a holistic understanding of esports ready to contribute to its growth and innovation.
KIN 4990 Research
Independent research designed in consultation with the professor. Petition required.
KIN 5003 Sport and Society
Review and analysis of sociological phenomena related to sport.
KIN 5023 Foundations of Sport and Exercise Science
A cross-disciplinary course that provides students with a broad foundation of the various sub-disciplines of sport and exercise science including the anatomical, biomechanical, physiological, nutritional, and psychological bases of human movement.
KIN 5053 Applied Research Methods and Statistics In
Sports A study of research methodology and literature related to sport. The course is designed to develop correct application of research methods and statistical process decision-making relative to continuous improvement in coaching and sport management.
KIN 5103 Administration of Athletics
Problems, policies, and procedures involved in the administration of athletics.
KIN 5113 Sports Management, Finances and Fund
Raising This course is designed to study the management, financing, marketing and sponsorships of sport programs.
KIN 5123 Facility Planning and Event Management
A study in the planning and developing of sport facilities as well as event management.
KIN 5203 Advanced Measurement in Physical
Education Study of standardized tests, construction of tests, and a survey of research studies.
KIN 5303 Contemporary Issues
A study of current issues in sport studies. Topics may include administration and management, exercise science as it relates to various sports, and other relevant issues in coaching.
KIN 5403 Scientific Basis of Motor Skills
Research implications relating to the application of learning theories to the teaching of motor skills.
KIN 5503 Movement Education
History, overview, and program planning. Emphasizes movement as the basis for learning.
KIN 5603 Legal Aspects
Legal aspects of sport administration, coaching, and teaching physical education. Topics include the analysis of legal issues such as liability, negligence, risk management, tort law, and application of sport law.
KIN 5703 Problems in Health Education
A survey of current health education problems with in depth coverage of major topics.
KIN 5753 Sport Nutrition
The study of nutrition as it relates to human energy production, utilization during exercise, fitness, and sports performance. Special emphasis is given to energy needs for specific types of physical activity, current theories related to weight gain/loss, the relationships between diet and training for optimum performance, and sports performance enhancing substances.
KIN 5843 Advanced Develop of Strength and
Conditioning Program The theoretical and practical applications of strength training and conditioning. Special emphasis is given to the development of sport and event specific strength and conditioning programs, sports specific performance demands, and individual performance optimization. Programs shall be based upon the performance requirements associated with musculoskeletal strength and flexibility, body composition, cardiovascular endurance, and nutritional recommendations.
KIN 5853 Biomechanics of Sport Techniques
Applies the principles and mechanics of motion to a variety of physical activities. Fundamental movements necessary for the successful execution of a variety of techniques.
KIN 5863 Skills, Techniques, and Strategies for
Coaching Methods of teaching sport skills in a variety of sports. The purpose is to promote athletes’ growth, development, and learning in all areas of sports. A study of the trends and issues related to the development and maintenance of athletic abilities in a variety of sports.
KIN 5873 Advanced Care and Treatment of Athletic
Injuries Recognizing and caring for sport injuries. Examining purposes and procedures for adequate care of injured athletes. An advance investigation into Health Care Administration, Legal Liability, Care, Prevention and Rehabilitation of Athletic Injuries.
KIN 5903 Advanced Theory or Coaching Football
W/Analytics Individual skills and their incorporation into game strategy. Comparative examination of offenses and defenses with special emphasis on analytics.
KIN 5923 Advanced Theory of Coaching Baseball
W/Analytics Individual skills and their incorporation into game strategy. Comparative examination of offenses and defenses with special emphasis on analytics.
KIN 5953 Advanced Theory of Coaching Basketball
W/Analytics Individual skills and their incorporation into game strategy. Comparative examination of offenses and defenses with special emphasis on analytics.
KIN 5960 Directed Readings
Individualized study selected in consolation with the professor.
KIN 5970 Individual Study in Sports Studies and
Athletic Admin
KIN 5980 Seminar in Sports Studies and Athletic
Admin
KIN 5990 Research
Independent investigation designed in consultation with the professor. (Prerequisite: permission req uired)