Kinesiology and Health Studies

Knowledge and skills associated with the relationship of physical activity and nutrition to health and fitness; lecture and lab experiences.

This course is designed to teach skills and knowledge about aerobic exercise and weight training.

Fundamental skills, rules, techniques, and etiquette of archery.

Yoga & Functional Movement curriculum will empower students to explore different movement modalities while learning about proprioception and anatomical reference. The goal is to cultivate a space for students to learn and accept the body they call home through movement and anatomical understanding.

Selected physical education activity topics.

Emergency treatment and preventive measures for injuries and accidents with emphasis on sport injuries. Successful completion of course requirements will qualify students to receive certification by the American Heart Association.

This course serves as an introduction to the profession of athletic training. The role of the athletic trainer shall be explored in relation to physicians, other allied health care providers, coaches, and patients. Emphasis will be placed on the fundamentals essential for the prevention, recognition, and treatment of injuries to the physically active. Non-orthopedic conditions and topics will also be introduced. In addition, practical experiences will include the application of supportive techniques to the major joints of the body.

Utilizing an independent method of workbook/ text, weekly quizzes, and audiotape pronunciation, this course provides the student with a working knowledge of common medical terms and abbreviations. This course will use a body systems approach to medical terminology, therefore allowing the student to learn vocabulary as it pertains to each of the systems of the body (respiratory, cardiovascular, musculoskeletal, nervous, etc.).

Survey of principles and perspectives related to the study of human movement with an additional focus on careers within the kinesiology and health studies field. 

Designed to expose students to a broad range of issues and information relating to the various aspects of personal health. An emphasis is placed on factors that impact health and wellness including prevention and individual health behaviors.

Characteristics, physical growth, and needs of children in grades K-6 with games, rhythms, and activities appropriate to their physiological and emotional development.

On-site supervised observation experience in physical therapy that will document observation hours required for admission to graduate programs in Physical Therapy. The course requires 50 hours of observation; it may be repeated.

Field and clinical competencies in athletic training under the supervision of a qualified preceptor in athletic training.

A course in human anatomy for allied health and KHS students, with emphasis on gross anatomy.

A lab course in human anatomy for allied health and KHS students, with emphasis on gross anatomy.

A course in human physiology for allied health and KHS students. 

A lab course in human physiology for allied health and KHS students. 

Introduces methods of policy analysis and concepts of economic theory as a means to understand the basic issues and trends in the health care system and analyze the impact of changes on the ability of patients to access health services, the practice of health sciences professionals, and the quality and process of care.

Covers the basic concepts and principles of epidemiology and biostatistics. Special emphasis is placed upon application of the epidemiological concepts that are presented.

Scientific study of nutrition; application of this knowledge to personal and professional areas.

Application of principles from anatomy, physiology, and physics (mechanics) for the analysis and appreciation of human movement in sport and exercise activities.

Covers the effect of environmental factors on the health and well-being of mankind.

This course will provide students with the foundational knowledge in basic skills associated with quality patient care. Some hands-on skills the student will learn include patient transport, ambulatory techniques, vital signs, and patient communication. Additionally, students will learn about aspects of the patient healthcare plan including medical team and commonly used medical tests.

Foundational concepts of orthopedic evaluation will be covered including taking a medical history, range of motion, manual muscle testing, and neurological examination. Students will demonstrate knowledge and hands-on skill of these concepts upon completion of the course.

This course will provide an understanding of behaviors, attitudes, and policies that are integrated in a healthcare system. While “culture” is commonly associated with race/ethnicity, it encompasses the language, thoughts, communications, actions, customs, beliefs, and values of any social group. This course will examine concepts, models, and frameworks of communication that occur in cross-cultural health situations. Students will understand the application of these concepts in real interventions and programs.

This course is designed to prepare students for a career in the Allied Health professions. The course will cover a wide range of topics to introduce students to the professions, prepare them for working with patients, and help them to build skills necessary to be successful as a health professional.

Focus on procedures to develop and apply exercise and rehabilitation programs for athletic injuries. Includes the use of a variety of isometric, isotonic, and isokinetic equipment.

Provides an in-depth focus on the conceptual elements of contemporary psychoanalytic, cognitive, social, existential and systematic theories of personality and behavior change as applied to exercise and sport.

Advanced course designed to recognize and appreciate various medical conditions of diverse populations, including youth, adolescents, adults, and special needs.

An in-depth study of theories and principles of behavioral science as they related to the study of behavior change and health promotion.

This course is designed to familiarize the student with the various testing procedures used in Kinesiology and instruct him/her on how to use the results. The areas studied will include a wide range, including test of knowledge, skills, fitness, and attitudes. In addition, each student will be introduced to research methods. Students are expected to conduct a research project.

This course is designed for students wanting to enter the field of personal training and/or strength and conditioning coaching. The course will apply knowledge of anatomy, physiology, biomechanics, sport and exercise psychology, nutrition and wellness to the process of personal training. The course will provide content necessary for students to pass a national certification exam.

Nature of neuromuscular activity; physical potential of the human body related to requirements of exercise.

Independent Study in Kinesiology and Health Studies.

Foundational concepts of clinical assessment will be covered including taking vitals and utilizing other assessment techniques for the various systems of the body. Students will demonstrate knowledge and hands-on skill on these concepts upon completion of the course.

This course will serve as a comprehensive overview of the field of Kinesiology and Health Science (KHS), providing the senior-level KHS student the opportunity to synthesize coursework and discuss current issues in Kinesiology. This course is designed to be the culminating class for those students enrolled in the Exercise Science and Health Science major.

Internship in Kinesiology and Health Studies.

Advanced Topics in Kinesiology and Health Studies.