Course descriptions for Kinesiology

This course will focus on the many outdoor recreational opportunities surrounding CSUMB and the Monterey Peninsula. Students will have an opportunity to participate in hiking, trail running, mountain biking, kayaking, surfing and canyoneering, with an emphasis on safety and training. Requires off-campus trips, equipment rental fees and a final exam. (Offered during summer session).

Teaches the very basic techniques, skills, and concepts of swimming to those with little or limited swimming experience. Develop a sense of confidence in swimming through 12 steps to practice and the common combination of drills. Credit/no credit. (Offered every semester).

Introduces the use of weight training equipment as a means of improving and maintaining muscular strength and endurance. Includes the physiological responses and adaptations of the human body to strength training, safety, risks, and benefits of strength training, muscle structure and function, and nutritional considerations. Measures progress with written self-assessment. Credit/no credit. (Offered every semester).

Instructs on swim conditioning as a lifelong wellness activity. Emphasizes cardiovascular endurance and stroke efficiency. Credit/no credit. (Offered every semester).

Students learn about and practice developing customized personal fitness programs using an eclectic approach to fitness. Emphasizes cardiovascular endurance through aerobic training and some strength training. Credit/no credit. (Offered every semester).

Develops a regular habit of walking, addressing body metabolism, stress reduction, and endurance. Students make a commitment to consistent periods of vigorous walking at least twice a week for approximately 40 minutes each session. A variety of interesting walking venues are used along with special small or large group activities. Teaches stretching and warm up and cool down techniques. Credit/ no credit. (Offered every semester).

Instructs on adapting Physical Activity for each individual's unique needs through the use of the pool to enhance one's overall health and well-being. Course content decided upon between instructor and student. Designed especially for individuals with permanent or temporary disability. Credit/no credit. (Offered every semester).

A learning experience for individuals who would like to select a physical activity program with adaptations to meet their individual needs. Course content decided upon between instructor and student, resulting in many program options and variety. This experience, in conjunction with adapted aquatics can provide daily activity for individuals who are temporarily or permanently in need of adapted physical activity. Credit/no credit. (Offered every semester).

A cardiovascular and muscular endurance workout. Using flotation devices, follow the instructor through a wide variety of movements using the water as resistance. No experience in swimming necessary. Good for people looking for an alternative to weight bearing exercise. Credit/ no credit. (Offered every semester).

Provides instruction in water activity that ranges from underwater hockey to water polo. Credit/no credit. (Offered as interest warrants).

Covers instruction and practice in the immediate and temporary care of injuries and sudden illness. Includes emergency response, rescue breathing, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and first aid for adults only. Conforms to American Red Cross standards. Optional written and practical certification exam offered at end of course. (Offered as needed).

A daily combination of step aerobic exercise and practical information regarding health issues including fitness, nutrition and weight management, and stress reduction techniques. The course will empower students to design their own health program and monitor their progress throughout the semester. Credit/no credit. (Offered every semester).

Short Sun Style form (especially beneficial for arthritis) contains powerful qigong exercises to enhance healing and agile steps to improve mobility. Develops better balance and flexibility. Second form emphasizes the development of Internal Power, a simple Yang style Tai Chi Chi Kung form that teaches the principles of body mechanics through the alignment of the bone structure with the force of gravity. Explains theory and provides training for deep internal work necessary for effective practice of any form of Tai Chi. Credit/no credit. Formerly titled Tai Chi Kung I - Level I (Offered every semester).

(Taijiquan pronounced Tai Chi Chuan) Consists of step-by-step progression to a Chen 26 Movement Form. Fundamentals include standing meditation, proper body posture, footwork drills, with quality of the each movement emphasized to rid the body of stiffness along with self-defense applications. Training in body mechanics, including whole-body twining or "Silk Reeling" exercises which increase mobility, promote relaxation, reduce physical tension and strain. Formerly titled Tai Chi Kung II Level II

A hands-on class that incorporates the four components of self-defense: awareness, avoidance, and verbal and physical techniques. Teaches verbal and physical self-defense skills from a standing position and from the ground. This class is essentially a rape-prevention course that aims to reduce fear and empower students with skills to defend themselves against physical, verbal and sexual attacks. Credit/no credit. (Offered every semester).

Introduces the physical practice of yoga and explores the emotional, spiritual and philosophical aspects of this ancient discipline. Weekly practice of postures (asanas) build from basic poses to more challenging poses. Builds strength, endurance and flexibility through asana practice. Addresses the emotional and spiritual aspects of yoga through assigned readings, class discussions and journaling. Credit/no credit. (Offered every semester).

Designed for students who have completed KIN 139 and wish to continue their study of Yoga. Welcomes beginners with no prior yoga experience as well. Credit/no credit. (Offered as interest warrants).

Low-impact and easy to learn, provides students with the fundamental skills, beginnings through advanced, to enjoy disc golf. Students, athletic or not, all genders, and all ages, can learn to play. Develops a life sport by completion. Meets at hole one on Cypress Course behind Black Box Cabaret. Credit/no credit. (Offered every semester).

Introduces both female and male students to court (indoor) volleyball. Students develop passing, blocking, and hitting skills. They learn the rules, scoring, and team strategies and tactics.

Facilitates the development of fundamental skill in basketball. While skill enhancement is the desired outcome, also covers the rules and regulations of the game, and the history and growth of basketball. Credit/ no credit. (Offered fall semester).

Introduces women and men to softball. Students develop throwing, catching, fielding, hitting, and baserunning skills while learning rules, scoring, and team strategies for offensive and defensive fastpitch and slowpitch softball. Credit/no credit. (Offered spring semester).

Facilitates cardiovascular development through running. This course seeks to increase knowledge of training methods, techniques, and nutrition to facilitate development of a personal training plan.

Covers surfing for beginners and first timers. Opportunities for advanced surfers to act as aids to the head instructor. Covers etiquette, right of way rules, equipment, and safety. Must be able to pass a swimming safety test. Includes extensive in-the-water experience. Requires some equipment. Surf boards will be supplied. Course fee required. Credit/ no credit. (Offered every semester).

Apply theory to practice in small centerboard type sailboats. Includes maneuvering and driving a boat, rules of the road, nomenclature, knots, developing teamwork, and practicing water and boat safety. Includes extensive on-the-water experience. Must have the ability to swim. Requires course fee. Credit/no credit. (Offered every semester).

Apply theory to practice in keelboats. Covers rules of the road, sailing language, knots, and water safety. Sailing skills include reefing, heaving-to, crew-overboard recovery, and changing sail while underway. Covers skills such as anchoring, docking, and tide and weather consideration. An American Sailing Association (ASA) certification course, includes lecture and extensive on-the-water experience. Must have the ability to swim. Requires course fee. Credit/no credit. (Offered as interest warrants).

This course will cover health and well being topics focusing on the health effects of stress, stress management skills, applied nutrition and core concepts in exercise and weight management. In addition to these core topics, the course will address the six dimensions of wellness: physical, emotional, intellectual, social, environmental and spiritual.

Addresses core concepts of health and wellness, the interrelationship and benefits of physical fitness, proper nutrition, and effective stress management in theory and practice. Emphasizes nutritional understanding and actual eating decisions. Includes self-assessments, development and implementation of personal wellness goals/plans/actions, and self-reflection on consequences of lifestyle choices. (Offered as needed).

Provides students with the knowledge and skills to safely backpack and hike in a variety of conditions. Focuses on equipment, menu planning, navigation and leave-no-trace camping. (Offered spring semester).

Required lab course for KIN 180. Includes a three-day backpacking trip over a weekend and several day hikes on Fort Ord recreation lands. Requires course fee. Credit/ no credit. (Offered spring semester).

Studies a particular topic in Kinesiology. May be repeated for credit when topics vary.

The study of Channeling Energy and Self-Empowerment. Teaches eastern theory and practice for cultivating energy or "Chi". Course addresses Qigong meditation practices to facilitate stress reduction. (Offered as interest warrants.)

(Formerly titled Adv./Competitive Athletics Sem) Provides student-athletes with strategies and knowledge that will help them make the best possible choices in their collegiate experience. Topics include becoming a lifelong learner; goal setting and time management; self-awareness; critical and creative thinking; relating to others; managing your career and your money; moving beyond college. Exposes student-athletes to the concept that success comes from within and that knowledge is power. (Offered fall semester).

(Formerly titled Adv/Competitive Athletics Lab) Students develop personal skills and learn advanced strategy and tactics. Focuses on the quality of participation and competitive outcomes. For students who wish to participate on an intercollegiate competitive team. Credit/no credit. (Offered every semester). (Graded Available)

Introduces skills for intermediate level sea kayaking. Covers equipment, paddling techniques, navigation, weather, surf zone dynamics and rescues. Earn a certificate from the American Canoe Association upon completion. (Offered fall semester).

Required lab course for KIN 254. Requires field trips and course fee. Credit/no credit. (Offered fall semester).

For individuals and educators. Addresses the core concepts of health and wellness, the benefits of physical fitness, proper nutrition, and effective stress management. Includes self-assessments, personal wellness plans, and self-reflection on consequences of lifestyle choices. Students discover the role of physical activity in positive self-image development. Focuses on fitness testing and exercise physiology. Required for Liberal Studies students in Integrated Pathway. (Offered every semester).

Physical activity learning lab focusing on fitness testing and fundamental exercise physiology lab.

Addresses core concepts of both health and wellness, the interrelationship and benefits of physical fitness, proper nutrition, and effective stress management. Covers self-assessments, development and implementation of personal wellness goals,plans,actions, and self-reflection on behavioral choices especially as they relate to women. (Offered as interest warrants).

Addresses the core concepts of human sexuality and the interrelationship that exists between it and mental, physical, social, emotional and spiritual well-being. Assists students in understanding the nature of their own sexuality, the importance of sexuality in their lives and the responsibility and pleasure it brings to individuals and their partners. Emphasis will be placed on the variations of expressions by culture, age, and orientation and their relationship with well-being.

Addresses health and wellness, the interrelationship and benefits of physical fitness, proper nutrition, and effective stress management. Covers self-assessments, personal wellness goals/plans/actions, and self-reflection on behavioral choices. Explores societal issues of various drug usage, and how and why abuse occurs. Gives a realistic perspective of drug-related problems and programs available. Extensive coverage of nutrition, stress management, and physical fitness. (Offered Fall semester)

Provides an overview of factors that contribute to health and wellness while engaging in self-reflective, culturally aware and responsive community participation with community organizations.

Entry-level scuba certification intended for the student with little or no scuba experience. The aquatic content covers practical SCUBA skills and techniques. Students who complete all academic, pool, and open water requirements may be eligible for SCUBA Diver certification through National Association of Underwater Instructors [NAUI]. One or two weekend fieldtrips may be required. Prior to participating in open-water activities, an appropriate medical release to dive must be on file. (Offered every semester).

Required lab course for KIN 280. Students must have ability to swim. Requires course fee. Credit/no credit. (Offered every semester).

Focuses on top-roped rock climbing and bouldering. Covers equipment, techniques, and training. Includes knots, anchor systems, belaying, rappelling, and risk assessment. Held outdoors and requires one weekend trip. Requires course fee. Credit/no credit. (Offered as interest warrants).

A continuing education certification course to increase understanding and enjoyment of diving. Emphasizes participation and application of knowledge in open water, after classroom discussions. Covers applied sciences, equipment, risks, environment, navigation, limited visibility, search and recovery, light salvage and deep simulated decompression. Requires field trips to complete a minimum of 8 dives. Independent projects may be assigned outside of classroom time. Students who complete all of the course requirements are eligible for the NAUI Master SCUBA Diver certification. (Offered every semester).

Required lab course for KIN 282. Students must have the ability to swim. Credit/no credit. (Offered every semester).

The NAUI Master Diver course is a continuing education certification course for divers who wish to increase their understanding and enjoyment of diving. Emphasis is on student participation and practical application of knowledge in open water, after classroom discussion of subjects. Topics covered include: Applied sciences, Diving equipment, Diving Risks, Diving Environment, Underwater Navigation, Limited Visibility Diving, Search and Recovery, Light Salvage and Deep and Simulated Decompression Diving. (Offered as interest warrants.)

The course is the practical application of the NAUI Master Scuba Dive Course. Field trips are required to complete a minimum of 8 scuba dives. Diving activities include deep diving night diving, advanced navigation, simulated stage decompression, small boat diving, light salvage, and search and recovery. Independent projects may be assigned outside of classroom time. Students who complete all the course requirements are eligible for the NAUI Master Scuba Diver certification. (Offered as interest warrants)

Introduces the history, debates, and definitions regarding the interdisciplinary degree in Kinesiology. Explores research skills needed to complete Senior Capstone project. Develops a learning plan that integrates a KIN concentration, Capstone interests, and personal and professional goals. (Offered every semester).

Presents practical application of physiological and biomechanical theory for development of and implementation of sports conditioning prescriptions. Helps athletes achieve optimal physical performance without incurring injury. Includes content necessary for nationally recognized certification exams administered by organizations such as the National Strength and Conditioning Association. (Offered during winter session and as interest warrants).

The course will use a current evidence based approach to relevant topics in Sports Nutrition. The student will become proficient in the anatomy and physiology of digestion, absorption and current nutritional guidelines. Additionally, the student will utilize current recommendations to evaluate and determine the appropriate nutritional strategies for a comprehensive array of recreational and competitive sports with the goal of improving performance and health.

Provides students an integrated view of the relationship between physical activity or sedentarism and health outcomes; also, it provides a conceptual framework to help the students relate results from single studies or collections of studies to the overall paradigm linking physical activity and physical fitness to health. The class will focus on the prevention of diseases and the enhancement of quality of life and well-being.

Explores coaching from a literary and a personal perspective. Builds appreciation for the depth of the coaching profession through literature, studying different authors' views on topics that every coach in every sport must face. After establishing a solid base with literature, explores the topic in a hands-on environment through group discussions and projects. Provides an opportunity to explore the culture of coaching, highlighting several key points. (Offered spring semester).

Provides a theoretical overview of the scientific and practical knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to be a competent personal trainer. Includes content necessary for nationally recognized certification exams administered by organizations such as the National Strength and Conditioning Association and the American College of Sports Medicine. (Offered as needed).

Looks at issues in youth sport, intercollegiate sport, and professional sport. Discusses ethical questions, arguments, theories, and workable solutions for returning amateur sport to its proper place in society. Discusses the power of sport, the value of sport, and the place of sport in society. (Offered spring semester).

A focused training for leaders on campus, including Resident Advisors. Examines, within the context of leadership, the responsibilities and commitments of student leaders to develop meaningful communities and successful citizenry. Studies leadership to determine what makes a good leader, and helps students realize their own potential as leaders. Begins focusing on self-identify, community building, our role as citizens of the world, and concludes with the emergence of students who are self-aware and cognizant of the environment around them. (Offered as needed).

Explores health promotion in the worksite including supporting theories and critical issues such as management support, economic benefits, and worksite health promotion professional standards; focus is on implementing worksite health promotion programs. Implementation phases include needs assessment/evaluation, effective interventions, program marketing and organizational development.

Explores scientific concepts of nutrition related to nutrient chemistry, nutritional needs, practices, and problems throughout the life cycle. Examines where nutrition information is generated and how it is used in policy and populations. Emphasizes evidence-based, scientific nutritional information, education of individuals and groups toward health promotion and disease prevention. Finally, global nutrition issues are addressed with an emphasis on solutions. Successful completion of both lecture and lab is required to earn GE Area E credit.

Focuses on application of scientific concepts of nutrition related to nutrient chemistry, nutritional needs, practices, and problems throughout the life cycle. Examines where nutrition information is generated and how it is used in policy and populations. Emphasizes evidence-based, scientific nutritional information, education of individuals and groups toward health promotion and disease prevention. Finally, global nutrition issues are addressed with an emphasis on solutions. Successful completion of both lecture and lab is required to earn GE Area E credit.

Includes team discussions, nutritional experiential labs combined with student-driven presentations. Presents scientific nutritional content, seriously looking at nutrition and activity patterns to improve eating choices and assist others. Examines special topics and nutritional needs in different ages, activity levels, and cultures. May offer a baseline medical lab screen at the beginning and end of the semester, free of charge. Must have completed vibrancy theory course. (Offered fall semester).

Required lab course for KIN 362. (Offered fall semester).

Addresses the physical, social, cultural, and emotional factors of human sexuality. Students will explore concepts and evidence so they can address their own sexuality, the decisions they make, the importance of sexuality in their lives, the responsibility it involves, and the compassion that is necessary for the well-being of all people. The lab, taken in conjunction with Human Sexuality, supports and expands the concepts from lecture and consists of fieldwork, short papers, and interviews. Successful completion of both lecture and lab is required to earn GE Area E credit.

Addresses the physical, social, cultural, and emotional factors of human sexuality. Students will explore concepts and evidence so they can address their own sexuality, the decisions they make, the importance of sexuality in their lives, the responsibility it involves, and the compassion that is necessary for the well-being of all people. The lab, taken in conjunction with Human Sexuality, supports and expands the concepts from lecture and consists of fieldwork, short papers, and interviews. Successful completion of both lecture and lab is required to earn GE Area E credit.

An overview of the rise of the Wellness movement as a more comprehensive vision than previous views of health. Explores a variety of useful models of the dimensions of Wellness, including a model of the contributing factors to high-level wellness. Offers the connection and usefulness of the models along with a variety of inventories and methods for using the models. In-depth coverage of several of the dimensions of wellness factors allows students to research particular areas of interest for personal or professional application. (Offered as needed).

Develops skills in health counseling, data interpretation, goal setting, and planning strategies for exercise adherence and lifelong health and wellness change; prepares students to develop strategies and skills in understanding and implementing behavior change models and to facilitate support strategies in community and worksite settings. (Offered as needed).

Provides students insight into media marketing campaigns within the broad field of Kinesiology; using an evidence-based approach, the course provides students knowledge, skills, and abilities to evaluate Kinesiology related claims. (Offered as needed).

(Formerly titled App. Holistic Healing & Well.) An overview of concepts of health and wellness, disease, and healing, considered from a broad range of physical, cultural, and spiritual perspectives. This class will compare and critically examine "western" or "traditional" health and healing, and "eastern," "holistic," and "alternative" approaches so that students can personally and professionally draw from a broad range of preventative and treatment modalities.

Introduction to the structure and function of the human body. Concepts related to anatomical terminology, cells, tissues, integument, skeletal, muscular, nervous, and endocrine systems are covered. Interrelationships of organ systems and system pathologies are also emphasized. Additionally, principles of anatomy and physiology will be used to illustrate the scientific way of knowing. Finally, the process of peer-review and evidenced based evaluation of claims related to anatomy and physiology, health and pathology will also be incorporated. (First semester of two semester course). (Offered fall semester).

Detailed introduction to the structure and function of the human body. Concepts related to anatomical/physiological structures/functions of human body systems (chemistry, cells, tissues, axial and appendicular skeleton, muscular, nervous and endocrine) are covered. Additionally, principles of anatomy and physiology will be used to illustrate the scientific way of knowing.

Introduction to the structure and function of the human body. Concepts related to circulatory-, lymphatic-, respiratory-, digestive-, urinary systems; immunity, metabolism, reproduction, development, genetics. An introduction to evolutionary medicine will be explored. Interrelationships of organ systems are emphasized. Anatomy and physiology principles will be used to illustrate the scientific way of knowing. Peer-review and evidenced based evaluation of claims related to anatomy and physiology, health and pathology will also be incorporated. (Second semester of two semester course). (Offered spring semester).

Detailed introduction to the structure and function of the human body. Concepts related to anatomical/physiological structures/functions of human body systems (immunity, circulatory, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, urinary, reproduction, development and genetics) are covered. Additionally, principles of anatomy and physiology will be used to illustrate the scientific way of knowing.

Provides an in-depth view of the essential issues regarding disability sport including: history, sport organizations including the Olympics, the international sport model, challenges and controversies, physical training, sport medicine issues, activity modifications, equipment uses and event management for both children and adults. (Offered as needed).

Focuses on the neurological foundations of movement for children preschool to eighth grade from a growth and development perspective. Emphasis is placed on physical activity and programmatic organization in the gymnasium and on the playground as it relates to problem solving and academic success; multicultural approaches to movement, moral development, and self image; and movement exploration, body and spatial awareness, and other non-locomotor skills. (Offered every semester and online spring of even years).

Required lab course for KIN 374. Requires 32 hours of contact with preschool and elementary school children. (Offered every semester).

Provides first experience with the body of knowledge known as motor behavior. Includes theories of motor control and motor learning, biological perspectives including the central nervous system, and motor neurons. Also offers learning perspectives related to motor learning and motor control including sensory systems, vision, memory, and multidimensional learning and social perspectives including practice and group dynamics. (Offered as needed).

Includes programming in physical education for neurologically and physically impaired individuals in the psychomotor, affective, and cognitive domains. Provides a knowledge of disabilities, an understanding of indicators and contra-indicators related to skill development (including academics), and the ability to teach integrated movement activities to preschool to eighth grade children with disabilities. (Offered spring semester).

Required lab course for KIN 376. Requires 32 hours of contact with people with disabilities. (Offered spring semester).

An in-depth examination of the central nervous system in typical development and atypical development related to academic and motor success. Provides students with an understanding of the typical and atypical neurological bases underlying sensory motor development and performance, as well as the typical and atypical neurological mechanisms and processes for academic success. Includes addictions, phobias, and depression as disabilities. (Offered fall semester).

Introduces and analyzes various theoretical perspectives related to assessment in the psychomotor, cognitive, and effective domains for indivuals with disabilities. Provides the basis for program and curriculum design and implementation. (Offered as needed).

Looks at administration as the framework and the machinery of the organization of sport. Covers guiding and managing human behavior; the fundamental functions of management; policies and procedures; strategic planning; and the business of sport including personnel issues, future directions, collegiate trademark licensing, communications, event management, media relations, and financial principles applied to sport. (Offered as needed).

Investigate event development, event participants, and event spectators in relation to the law and risk management. Topics of exploration include risk management principles; event directors and committees; what you can be liable for; waiver and medical releases; insurance; spectator concerns; alcohol; procedures for reducing the incidence of injuries; avoiding litigation through precautions, arbitration, and due care; and sports law.

Focuses on the theoretical and practical aspects of backcountry management. Readings on historical and modern examples of leadership are a core element. Includes leadership styles, group facilitation, risk management, and minimum impact camping techniques. (Offered fall semester of odd years).

Required lab for KIN 382 and includes a weeklong intensive backpacking and mountaineering expedition. Requires course fee. Credit/no credit. (Offered fall semester of odd years).

Surveys the rise of experiential education programs and the theoretical models guiding these activities. Practices methods of teambuilding and personal development in hands-on situations. (Offered fall semester of even years).

Required lab course for KIN 383 and includes five days of field activities. Requires course fee. Credit/no credit. (Offered fall semester of even years).

Focuses on historical and modern concepts of wilderness. Examines adventure, exploration, and the development of modern environmental ethics. Surveys current uses and environmental issues in wilderness areas. Requires a weeklong intensive field expedition to the San Rafael Wilderness during Spring Break. (Offered spring semester of odd years.)

Required lab course for KIN 384, including a weeklong intensive field expedition to the San Rafael Wilderness during Spring Break. Requires course fee. Credit/no credit. (Offered spring semester of odd years).

Covers the design, logistics, and business aspects of outdoor education and recreation program administration in the nonprofit and commercial sectors. Practical exercises focus on budgets, logistics, risk management and course curriculum while preparing students for employment in the Outdoor Recreation Field. (Offered spring semester of even years.)

Required lab course for KIN 385 and includes an intensive field expedition to a wilderness area in California during Spring Break. Credit/no credit. (Offered spring semester of even years).

Studies a particular topic in Kinesiology. Student(s) and faculty select topic and number of units. (Offered as needed). (Credit/ No Credit Available)

Studies a particular topic related to Kinesiology. Student and faculty member select topic of study and number of credits. (Offered as needed).

An introductory course exposing students to the field of athletic training. The role of the athletic trainer is explored in relation to the physician, coach, and athlete. Emphasis is placed on prevention, recognition, and treatment of the more common sports injuries. Topics include injury management, basic evaluation procedures, head and face injuries, spinal injuries, knee injuries, and lower leg, ankle, and foot injuries. (Offered spring semester).

Presents an overview of selected topics in exercise physiology with emphasis on practical applications in health, disease, and athletic performance. Provides students with a fundamental understanding of the physiological responses and adaptations to acute and chronic exercise. (Offered as needed).

Provides the laboratory component of Exercise Physiology where students gain experience in the competencies and skills necessary for health and fitness assessment of diseased, normal, and athletic populations. Focus includes content necessary for nationally recognized certification exams administered by organizations such as the National Strength and Conditioning Association and the American College of Sports Medicine. (Offered as needed)

Provides an in-depth, integrated understanding of the physiological responses and adaptations to, and the biomechanics of, aerobic activity, exercise, and sport. Emphasizes the concept that the physiology of aerobic energy production and the biomechanics of aerobic energy use are linked in physical activity, exercise, and sport. (Offered as needed).

Provides an in-depth, integrated understanding of the physiological responses and adaptations to, and the biomechanics of, anaerobic activity, exercise, and sport. Emphasizes the concept that the physiology of anaerobic energy production and the biomechanics of anaerobic energy use are linked in physical activity, exercise, and sport. (Offered as needed).

Focuses on the scientific and practical knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to design an individualized exercise prescription for those confronted with disease and special needs. (Offered as needed).

Combines stress content topics, practice assignments, and support sessions. Utilizes stress research, individual inventories, perception analysis, mind re-framing, and self-monitoring techniques to manage difficult situations by utilizing stress-reduction techniques. Also focuses on how the mind may interpret situations according to various periods of a life span, especially during childhood, college, and adult work life periods. (Offered spring semester).

Required lab course for KIN 461. (Offered spring semester).

Provides information and experiences to assist students reflect upon and make decisions about what constitutes well-being between partners and among families. While highlighting the diversity of structures in relationships, provides information and tools in such areas as communication and conflict resolution, lifespan issues, sexuality, parenting, separation, and wellness. (Offered spring semester).

Combination of theoretical base established in Health and Wellness with applied experience designed for each individual interest area. (Offered as needed).

Combination of theoretical base established in Adapted Physical Activity with applied experience designed for each individual interest area. (Offered as needed).

Combination of theoretical base established in Outdoor Education and Recreation with applied experience. (Offered as needed).

Combination of theoretical base established in management and coaching with applied experience. (Offered as needed).

Students complete fieldwork in an agency and/or facility approved by the Exercise Science faculty. Approval is based on the opportunities available for students to work on issues of importance in the exercise science areas and the agency's ability to provide mentoring and organizational support for the student intern. (Offered as needed).

Kinesiology majors will examine their personal and professional identities in areas of civic engagement, social justice and multicultural communities. Serving a marginalized population, students will select a site and through readings, experiences, discussions and reflections, and a minimum of 30 hours of service develop an understanding of health disparities, the context that surrounds them, and actions that professionals and institutions can foster both equity and inequity in communities.

Provides a reference source for the design, construction, renovation, and/or maintenance of sports grounds and facilities. Speaks to the quality, evaluation, and safety of sport facilities including equipment, layout, and lighting and energy options in addition to reconstruction, renovation, maintenance, and management procedures. (Offered as needed).

Covers the business of selling sport in our society. Explores the nuances of the sport business industry, sport management, and sport marketing. Describes and discusses the marketing mix: the strategic combination of four elements - product, price, place, and promotion - and segmentation, targeting, and position in the sport business. (Offered as needed).

Explores the importance of accounting and its resulting financial statements and data in the business of sport. Considers the complexities of today's business environment and the significance of applying adequate standard accounting procedures. Defines the role of accounting in sport and fitness enterprises; investigates the accounting system; looks at partnerships, cash management, revenue generation, and budgeting; and reviews the process of fundraising and friend-raising to cultivate human and fiscal resources. (Offered as needed).

The principles of evolutionary theory will be used to examine problems of medicine and public health. One theme will be the difference between proximate or direct cases of disease and the ultimate or evolutionary causes. The course will emphasize conditions of health and illness that require both proximate and ultimate explanations. Additionally, the course is designed to illustrate how an appreciation of the ultimate causes for disease may lead to new strategies for prevention and treatment.

Students work with their instructor, their faculty Capstone advisor, and other students to develop a proposal for their Senior Capstone project. (Offered every semester).

Assists students in completing their Senior Capstone project developed in KIN 497, including a written Capstone report and an oral presentation to Kinesiology department faculty, staff, and students. (Offered every semester).

Enables graduate students to enrich Kinesiology 300 or 400 level courses to satisfy graduate level requirements. Prior to enrolling, students must seek instructor permission, provide a description of the course content, and submit a proposal to explain how additional and enriched graduate level assignments will be implemented. The course needs to be approved by the faculty advisor, course instructor, dean, and program director. (Offered as needed).

Enables graduate students to enrich Kinesiology 300 or 400 level courses to satisfy graduate level requirements. Prior to enrolling in the course, students must seek instructor permission, provide a description of the course content, and submit a proposal to explain how additional and enriched graduate level assignments will be implemented. Needs to be approved by the faculty advisor, course instructor, dean, and program director. (Offered as needed).

Enables graduate students to enrich Kinesiology 300 or 400 level courses to satisfy graduate level requirements. Prior to enrolling in the course, students must seek instructor permission, provide a description of the course content, and submit a proposal to explain how additional and enriched graduate level assignments will be implemented. Needs to be approved by the faculty advisor, course instructor, dean, and program director. (Offered as needed).