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Kinesiology
Overview
Kinesiology encompasses the study of human development, anatomy, physiology, mechanics, and motor learning. Within each sub discipline students study positive and negative stressors that govern human performance. In addition, discussions focus on numerous clinical conditions, and the exercise, nutritional, and medical techniques used to prevent and control these problems. The purpose of this major is to develop and integrate the concepts and principles from each sub-discipline to understand the complexity of the human mind and body. This major prepares students for advanced studies in medicine, physical therapy, dentistry, kinesiology, and other related life science programs.
Departmental Mission Statement: Our mission is to foster in a diverse group of students an understanding and appreciation of human functions and to encourage and develop learning skills that enhance their personal and professional growth.
Goals:
- Critical Thinking. Students should learn how to engage in critical, evidence-based thinking.
- Integration across Levels of Analysis. Students should understand and integrate different levels of analysis in their working model of human form and function.
- Mastery of Core Knowledge. Students are expected to master a significant proportion of the vocabulary and core body of knowledge in Kinesiology.
- Mastery of Discipline-Specific Conventions. Majors should be able to read and understand the primary source literature in Kinesiology (journals and books) and to integrate and present that information in prescribed, discipline-specific ways, including oral and written exposition.
Requirements
Major
In addition to the 32 units of Kinesiology fundamental coursework, the major requires one additional course in Psychology – Introduction to Psychology. Students must take at least 8 additional units from the Kinesiology department which could include electives, directed research, and/or internship.
Fundamental Coursework
| KINE 200 | Systems Anatomy | 4 units |
| KINE 220 | Research Methods | 4 units |
| KINE 300 | Musculoskeletal Anatomy | 4 units |
| KINE 302 | Biomechanics | 4 units |
| KINE 304 | Human Physiology | 4 units |
| KINE 305 | Exercise Physiology | 4 units |
| KINE 310/PSYC 310 | Motor Learning and Control | 4 units |
| KINE 490 | Senior Seminar | 4 units |
Psychology Component
| PSYC 101 | Introduction to Psychology | 4 units |
Additional Electives
Choose eight units from the courses below:
| KINE 104 | Introduction to Kinesiology | 4 units |
| KINE 201 | Sport in American Society | 4 units |
| KINE 210 | Nutrition and Homeostasis | 4 units |
| KINE 299 | Women's Sports and Empowerment | 4 units |
| KINE 306 | Biochemistry of Exercise and Energy | 4 units |
| KINE 308 | Diet, Disease, and Exercise | 4 units |
| KINE 309/PSYC 309 | Developmental Motor Behavior | 4 units |
| KINE 311/PSYC 311 | Sport and Exercise Psychology | 4 units |
| KINE 395 | Directed Research | 2 units |
| KINE 396 | Internship | 2 or 4 units |
Pre-professional students are strongly encouraged to consult with the Health Professions Office and with their academic advisor early in their career.
Honors in the Major
Honors in Kinesiology may be awarded at graduation to qualified students. Students eligible for College honors are those who have: 1) earned an overall College grade point average of 3.25 or better, 2) earned a grade point average in departmental courses of 3.5 or better, and 3) participated in either/both Kinesiology internship or research and presented their findings at a venue approved by department faculty.
Minor
Five courses (20 units) are required for the Kinesiology minor.
Fundamental Coursework
| KINE 200 | Systems Anatomy | 4 units |
| KINE 300 | Musculoskeletal Anatomy | 4 units |
Additional Electives:
Choose three courses (and co-curricular lab where relevant).
| KINE 104 | Introduction to Kinesiology | 4 units |
| KINE 201 | Sport in American Society | 4 units |
| KINE 210 | Nutrition and Homeostasis | 4 units |
| KINE 299 | Women's Sports and Empowerment | 4 units |
| KINE 302 | Biomechanics | 4 units |
| KINE 304 | Human Physiology | 4 units |
| KINE 305 | Exercise Physiology | 4 units |
| KINE 306 | Biochemistry of Exercise and Energy | 4 units |
| KINE 308 | Diet, Disease, and Exercise | 4 units |
| KINE 309/PSYC 309 | Developmental Motor Behavior | 4 units |
| KINE 310/PSYC 310 | Motor Learning and Control | 4 units |
| KINE 311/PSYC 311 | Sport and Exercise Psychology | 4 units |
Second-Stage Writing
The secondary writing requirement for the Kinesiology major is fulfilled through KINE 220: Research Methods. The course provides a scaffolded writing experience focused on disciplinary conventions of scientific writing, including research design, data analysis, interpretation, and formal presentation of results. Completion of this requirement prepares students for upper-division coursework, directed research, and capstone experiences.
Comprehensive Requirement
The comprehensive experience is fulfilled by the successful completion of the requirements in KINE 490.Transfer Credit Policies
The Kinesiology Department policy on transfer credit conforms to College policy. Students should reference the Transfer Credit section for details.
Contact Kinesiology
Bioscience Building 314
Vanessa Yingling
Department Chair
Krizia-Dion Oasin
Assistant Director, biology & kinesiology departments
Phone: (323) 259-2697