The major in kinesiology places emphasis on the attainment of disciplinary knowledge in the anatomical, biomechanical, developmental, physiological, and neurological aspects of physical activity, explores how physical activity relates to human well-being, and offers an area of emphasis in exercise science.
The bachelor’s degree program in kinesiology is designed to prepare students to enter a variety of fields associated with sport, exercise science, and allied health services. Students who graduate from this program often enter professional exercise science programs or graduate studies in kinesiology.
Requirements for the Bachelor of Science Degree in Kinesiology
- The University requirements for bachelor’s degrees as described in the Undergraduate Education section of this catalog; 120 credits, including general elective credits, are required for the Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology.
Students enrolled in the Kinesiology major leading to the Bachelor of Science degree in the Department of Kinesiology may complete an alternative track to Integrative Studies in Biological and Physical Sciences that consists of the following courses: Chemistry 141 and 161, Kinesiology 251, and Physiology 250. The completion of Chemistry 161 and Kinesiology 251 satisfies the laboratory requirement. Chemistry 141 and 161, Kinesiology 251, and Physiology 250 may be counted toward both the alternative track and the requirements for the major referenced in item 2.a. below.
The University’s Tier II writing requirement for the Kinesiology major is met by completing Kinesiology 345 or 445. Those courses are referenced in item 2.d. below.
- The following requirements for the major:
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All of the following with a minimum grade of 2.0 in each course (21 credits): |
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CEM |
141 |
General Chemistry |
4 |
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KIN |
173 |
Foundations of Kinesiology |
3 |
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KIN |
216 |
Applied Human Anatomy |
3 |
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MTH |
103 |
College Algebra |
3 |
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KIN |
251 |
Principles of Human Movement |
4 |
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PSL |
250 |
Introductory Physiology |
4 |
b. |
All of the following courses with a minimum grade-point average of 2.0 (15 credits): |
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KIN |
121 |
The Healthy Lifestyle |
3 |
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KIN |
250 |
Measurement in Kinesiology |
3 |
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KIN |
310 |
Physiological Bases of Physical Activity |
3 |
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KIN |
330 |
Biomechanics of Physical Activity |
3 |
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KIN |
360 |
Physical Growth and Motor Behavior |
3 |
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The following course (1 credit): |
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CEM |
161 |
Chemistry Laboratory I |
1 |
d. |
One of the following courses (3 credits): |
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KIN |
345 |
Sport and Exercise Psychology (W) |
3 |
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KIN |
445 |
Sport and Physical Activity in Society (W) |
3 |
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Completion of an approved cognate in kinesiology (a minimum of 12 credits). |
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An internship experience approved by the Kinesiology or Athletic Training Internship Coordinator from one of the following courses (3 to 6 credits): |
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KIN |
492 |
Internship: Non-Physiologically Based |
3 to 6 |
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KIN |
493 |
Internship: Physiologically Based |
3 to 6 |
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KIN |
496 |
Internship: Athletic Training-Based |
3 |