Courses
The Department of Kinesiology offers two programs: the Bachelor of
Science degree with major in Sports Medicine and the Bachelor of Science
degree with major in Exercise Studies. The baccalaureate curriculum in
Sports Medicine leads to entry into graduate allied health professions
programs such as athletic training or physical therapy as well as graduate
studies in other related fields such as exercise physiology, sports health, and
sports psychology. The curriculum for Exercise Studies prepares students to
conduct individual exercise programs and fitness testing. This program also
meets the requirements to sit for the ACSM (American College of Sports
Medicine/Fitness Instructor certification and/or the NSCA (National Strength
and Conditioning Association) NSCA-CPT.
KIN 1102, 1103 First Aid and CPR - Two or three hours
Instruction in basic first aid, safety, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).
Students enrolled in 1103 are required to observe emergency treatment and
participate in ambulance calls through a certified/licensed EMT response facility, and
to write a paper recounting the experience.
Offered each semester
KIN 1283 Athletic Training Techniques - Three hours
Instruction in the recognition, prevention, and care of athletic injuries as well as
advanced emergency medical treatment, and proper selection, care, and use of
protective sports equipment.
Offered spring semester
KIN 1381, 1481 Field Experience - Each course, one hour
A minimum of forty hours of field experience per credit hour. Students are
introduced to the professions in Health and Sport through observation of
professionals in the field.
Offered each semester
KIN 2181 Medical Terminology - One hour
Directed self study in the use of the basic prefixes, suffixes and roots of medical
terminology. The course assists the student in utilizing medical terms appropriately
in both written and verbal forms.
Offered spring semester
KIN 2242 Drugs in Society - Two hours
An introductory course focusing on the use and abuse of drugs on our society.
Emphasis on strategies to assist future educators, practitioners, and youth leaders in
recognition, intervention, and prevention of abuse.
Offered fall semester (even-numbered years)
KIN 2283 Injury Evaluation and Rehabilitation - Three hours
A systematic study and laboratory application of athletic training injury evaluation
principles, techniques, and rehabilitation for the spine, and upper and lower
extremities.
Offered fall semester (odd-numbered years)
KIN 3303 Nutrition for Fitness and Sport - Three hours
A study of the nutritional considerations and implications for individuals active in
physical fitness and sporting activities.
Offered spring semester (even-numbered years)
KIN 3333 Community Recreation - Three hours
A practical study and application of the knowledge, understandings, and activities
which are most applicable in community recreation programs.
Offered fall semester (even-numbered years)
KIN 3353 Theory and Techniques of Coaching - Three hours
Exploration of philosophical, sociological, and psychological considerations of human
performance in competitive athletics. Various theories and techniques of coaching
are explored and practiced.
Offered fall semester (odd-numbered years)
KIN 3392 Personal Training Course - Two hours
A practical study to prepare and qualify students to work as personal trainers. Class
activities are designed to bridge the gap between kinesiology-related course work and
the application of skills in personal training. Participants become eligible to test for
a personal training certification provided by the National Council on Strength and
Fitness Board for Certification. Prerequisite: junior standing or consent of instructor
Offered fall semester (odd-numbered years)
KIN 3483 Therapeutic Exercises and Modalities - Three hours
A study in theory and application of therapeutic modalities and rehabilitation
exercise/equipment prescribed for the treatment and management of athletic injuries.
Offered fall semester (even-numbered years)
KIN 4423 Biomechanics - Three hours
A study of body movement and the analysis of those movements in terms of force,
time, and dimension. The course includes selected anatomical and functional
kinesiological content. Prerequisite: BIO 3514
Offered spring semester (even-numbered years)
KIN 4433 Exercise Physiology - Three hours
A study of physiological responses and adaptations of the human body to physical
activity. Prerequisite: BIO 3524
Offered spring semester (odd-numbered years)
KIN 4491-4496 Internship - One to six hours
Practical experience working under a qualified professional in the area of sports
medicine/athletic training, community health education, fitness, or sport management,
in an approved setting. Prerequisite: permission of advisor
Offered each semester