Kinesiology

Courses

KINE 1107 : Athletic Training Practicum I

Credits 1

This course consists of directed practical experiences for working with athletes and the physically active population. First semester students will work toward mastery of specific competencies and proficiencies in the areas of Athletic Training: Game Preparation and Management, Taping/Wrapping and Bandaging, Athletic Training Clinic Operations, Acute Care of Injuries and Illnesses and Risk Management. Skills will be instructed under the supervision of a Licensed Athletic Trainer. Students will be required to work all home athletic events and required practices.

KINE 1111 : Body Conditioning I (Activity)

Credits 1

This course teaches overall body fitness, with an emphasis on aerobics, proper nutrition, and weight training. A variety of exercises and techniques will be used that can be tailored to meet personal needs, in an effort to establish programs that will help achieve these goals.

KINE 1116 : Zumba Fitness I (Activity)

Credits 1

Zumba involves dance and aerobic movements performed to energetic music. The choreography incorporates hip-hop, soca, samba, salsa, merengue and mambo.

KINE 1132 : Kickboxing I (Activity)

Credits 1

Kickboxing is a fitness program designed to improve muscle tone and cardiovascular endurance through constant motion and repetition using martial arts techniques. A variety of techniques and some martial arts applications are taught.

KINE 1133 : Pilates I (Activity)

Credits 1

This course will prepare the student to practice yoga with harmony of the three aspects of body, mind, and spirit, through breath control, yoga postures, and relaxation exercises. You will learn how to use hatha yoga poses to increase flexibility and balance, have more core strength and energy, and feel more relaxed.

KINE 1135 : Spin I (Activity)

Credits 1

See consistent results while burning a high amount of calories and improving cardiovascular endurance in this non- impact class. Whether you are a beginner or avid cyclist this class is for you because it is modified to include all levels. A certified instructor focuses on fun and challenging rides with steady progressions towards the end of each format. Different rides include but are not limited to: intervals, strength, split rides, race day, combo and variety.

KINE 1136 : Bungee Fitness I (Activity)

Credits 1

An innovative workout for people of all ages. Resistance provides a unique experience along with cardio and muscle toning at the same time. Class is limited to 8 students, and each student gets their own hip harness for the duration of the lesson. The bungee cord is attached to the back of the harness so students can move and bounce freely. The bungees will assist students in dance and exercise movements, but provide resistance for strengthening and sculpting the muscles.

KINE 1137 : Athletic Training Practicum II

Credits 1

This course consists of directed practical experiences for working with athletes and the physically active population. Second semester students will work toward mastery of specific competencies and proficiencies in the areas of Athletic Care and Prevention of Injuries, Acute Care of Injuries and Illnesses, Risk Management, Specific Injury Management and Game Preparation and Management. Students will be required to work all home athletic events and required practices.

KINE 1139 : Barre Above I (Activity)

Credits 1

Barre Above is a fitness program that blends the latest exercise science with the principles of the Lotte Burke method (the genesis of the Barre movement) delivering a fusion of ballet, pilates, yoga and strength training to the workouts.

KINE 1146 : Western Activities I

Credits 1

Physical education for students in rodeo-related activities including steer wrestling, calf roping, barrel racing and bareback riding. Enrollment may be limited by facilities and availability of stock.

KINE 1147 : Western Activities II

Credits 1

Physical education for students in rodeo-related activities including steer wrestling, calf roping, barrel racing and bareback riding. Enrollment may be limited by facilities and availability of stock.

KINE 1148 : Yoga/Pilates I (Activity)

Credits 1

This course will prepare the student to practice yoga with harmony of the three aspects of body, mind, and spirit, through breath control, yoga postures, and relaxation exercises. You will learn how to use hatha yoga poses to increase flexibility and balance, have more core strength and energy, and feel more relaxed. Three hours per week.

KINE 1150 : Aerial Yoga I

Credits 1

This course will assist you in bringing into harmony the three aspects of body, mind, and spirit, through breath control, yoga postures, and visualization. Learn to relieve tension, have more core strength and energy, and feel more relaxed. Three hours per week.

KINE 1164 : Introduction to Physical Fitness & Wellness

Credits 1

This course will provide an overview of the lifestyle necessary for fitness and health. Students will participate in physical activities and assess their fitness status. Students will be introduced to proper nutrition, weight management, cardiovascular health, flexibility, and strength training.

KINE 1301 : Foundations of Kinesiology

Credits 3

The purpose of this course is to provide students with an introduction to human movement that includes the historical development of physical education, exercise science, and sport. This course offers the student both an introduction to the knowledge base, as well as, information on expanding career opportunities.

KINE 1304 : Personal/Community Health

Credits 3

This course provides and introduction to the fundamentals, concepts, strategies, applications, and contemporary trends related to understanding personal and/or community health issues. This course also focuses on empowering various populations with the ability to practice healthy living, promote healthy lifestyles, and enhance individual well-being.

KINE 1306 : First Aid

Credits 3

Instruction and practice for emergency care. Designed to enable students to recognize and avoid hazards within their environment, to render intelligent assistance in case of accident or sudden illness, and to develop skills necessary for the immediate and temporary care of the victim. Successful completion of the course may enable the student to receive a certificate from a nationally recognized agency.

KINE 1308 : Sports Officiating

Credits 3

The purpose of the course is to study officiating requirements for sports and games with an emphasis on mechanics, rule interpretation, and enforcement. The major sports covered in this course are basketball, volleyball, baseball, softball and football.

KINE 1338 : Concepts of Physical Fitness

Credits 3

This course is designed to familiarize students with knowledge, understanding and values of health-related fitness and its influence on the quality of life emphasizing the development and implementation of fitness programs.

KINE 2107 : Athletic Training Practicum III

Credits 1

This course consists of directed practical experiences for working with athletes and the physically active population. Third semester students will work toward mastery of specific competencies and proficiencies in the areas of Basic Assessment and Evaluation, Nutrition, Specific Injury Management/Rehabilitation and Game Preparation and Management.

KINE 2111 : Body Conditioning II (Activity)

Credits 1

This course teaches overall body fitness, with an emphasis on aerobics, proper nutrition, and weight training. A variety of exercises and techniques will be used that can be tailored to meet personal needs, in an effort to establish programs that will help achieve these goals.

KINE 2132 : Kickboxing II (Activity)

Credits 1

Kickboxing is a fitness program designed to improve muscle tone and cardiovascular endurance through constant motion and repetition using martial arts techniques. A variety of techniques and some martial arts applications are taught.

KINE 2134 : Pilates II (Activity)

Credits 1

This course will prepare the student to practice yoga with harmony of the three aspects of body, mind, and spirit, through breath control, yoga postures, and relaxation exercises. You will learn how to use hatha yoga poses to increase flexibility and balance, have more core strength and energy, and feel more relaxed.

KINE 2135 : Spin II (Activity)

Credits 1

See consistent results while burning a high amount of calories and improving cardiovascular endurance in this non- impact class. Whether you are a beginner or avid cyclist this class is for you because it is modified to include all levels. A certified instructor focuses on fun and challenging rides with steady progressions towards the end of each format. Different rides include but are not limited to: intervals, strength, split rides, race day, combo and variety.

KINE 2136 : Bungee Fitness II (Activity)

Credits 1

An innovative workout for people of all ages. Resistance provides a unique experience along with cardio and muscle toning at the same time. Class is limited to 8 students, and each student gets their own hip harness for the duration of the lesson. The bungee cord is attached to the back of the harness so students can move and bounce freely. The bungees will assist students in dance and exercise movements, but provide resistance for strengthening and sculpting the muscles.

KINE 2137 : Athletic Training Practicum IV

Credits 1

This course consists of directed practical experiences for working with athletes and the physically active population. Fourth semester students will work toward mastery of specific competencies and proficiencies in the areas of Basic Assessment and Evaluation, Specific Injury Management/ Rehabilitation, and Game Preparation and management.

KINE 2139 : Barre Above II (Activity)

Credits 1

Barre Above is a fitness program that blends the latest exercise science with the principles of the Lotte Burke method (the genesis of the Barre movement) delivering a fusion of ballet, pilates, yoga and strength training to the workouts.

KINE 2146 : Western Activities III

Credits 1

Physical education for students in rodeo-related activities including steer wrestling, calf roping, barrel racing and bareback riding.

KINE 2147 : Western Activities IV

Credits 1

Physical education for students in rodeo-related activities including steer wrestling, calf roping, barrel racing and bareback riding.

KINE 2148 : Yoga/Pilates II (Activity)

Credits 1

This course will prepare the student to practice yoga with harmony of the three aspects of body, mind, and spirit, through breath control, yoga postures, and relaxation exercises. You will learn how to use hatha yoga poses to increase flexibility and balance, have more core strength and energy, and feel more relaxed. Three hours per week.

KINE 2150 : Aerial Yoga II

Credits 1

This course will assist you in bringing into harmony the three aspects of body, mind, and spirit, through breath control, yoga postures, and visualization. Learn to relieve tension, have more core strength and energy, and feel more relaxed. Three hours per week.

KINE 2356 : Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries

Credits 3

Prevention and care of athletic injuries with emphasis on qualities of a good athletic trainer avoiding accidents and injuries, recognizing signs and symptoms of specific sports injuries and conditions, immediate and long-term care of injuries and administration procedures in athletic training.