Kinesiology (B.S.)

Support Requirements (20 credits)

• CHE 111 - Principles of Chemistry I Credits: 4
• PHY 111 - General Physics I Credits: 4
• KIN 213 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I Credits: 4
• KIN 214 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II Credits: 4
• MAT 220 - Biostatistics Credits: 4  (or option approved by department)

Kinesiology Requirements (34 credits)

• KIN 112 - Introduction to Human Movement Studies Credits: 4
• KIN 212 - Musculoskeletal Anatomy Credits: 2
• KIN 310 - Motor Control and Learning Credits: 4
• KIN 320 - Biomechanics of Human Movement Credits: 4
• KIN 323 - Foundations of Exercise Physiology Credits: 4
• KIN 350 - Disorders of Voluntary Movement Credits: 4
• KIN 370 - Advanced Readings in Kinesiology Credits: 2
• KIN 491 - Senior Seminar Credits: 2

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• Two of the following:

• KIN 420 - Modeling and Simulation of Human Movement Credits: 4
• KIN 423 - Clinical Exercise Physiology Credits: 4
• KIN 450 - Neurophysiologic Bases for Movement Credits: 4

Notes:

Students completing the Kinesiology major are not required to take the common core course NSM 202 The Scientific Enterprise .

In addition to completing the kinesiology major, students with specific postbaccalaureate aspirations may choose a concentration or minor from a number of options including the health professions concentrations, the corporate fitness concentration and a minor in neuroscience. Close consultation with academic advisors is recommended to ensure that specific graduate program prerequisites are met. Exceptional kinesiology majors may also consider the honors program described below.

Health Professions Concentration

Kinesiology is a popular choice of major for many students considering entering medicine or other health professions. The kinesiology major provides students focused study on human movement and includes clinical-related coursework where concepts and principles are applied to the study of injury and disease. Students are encouraged to participate in practical learning experiences in various health profession settings, including two clinical rehabilitation practices on campus. These on-campus experiences allow students to work alongside healthcare professionals who are providing care for patients with orthopedic and sport-related injuries, individuals suffering from various neurologic and vestibular disorders affecting balance and mobility, as well as individuals recovering from cardiovascular and pulmonary disease. By completing the kinesiology major and selected tracks in the health professions program, students are prepared to apply to medical, nursing, occupational therapy, physical therapy and physician’s assistant programs. Contact Dr. Sean Clark, kinesiology department, or Dr. Craig Story, director of health professions, for additional information.

Corporate Fitness Concentration

The corporate fitness concentration prepares students to work in corporate and commercial fitness settings, developing exercise and wellness programming for company employees and clients. Kinesiology majors interested in this concentration should also consider obtaining a business minor. Specific paradigms for this minor are determined with the Department of Economics and Business.

• KIN 240 - Orthopedic Injuries across the Life Span Credits: 4
• KIN 371 - Selected Topics Credits: 2-4 Topic in Sport Nutrition
• KIN 425 - Internship Credits: 2 or 4
• ECB 101 - Principles of Microeconomics Credits: 4
• ECB 117 - Principles of Accounting I Credits: 4
• ECB 245 - Principles of Management Credits: 4
• ECB 277 - Principles of Marketing Credits: 4