Kinesiology - Associate in Arts

This program map only provides one possible pathway for degree and/or certificate obtainment and is for reference only. Please schedule an appointment with a counselor to develop your individualized Student Education Plan.

The associate degree in kinesiology prepares students to move into a curriculum in a four-year institution to pursue a baccalaureate degree in such areas as exercise physiology, kinesiology, physical therapy, and teaching. The physical educator with a baccalaureate degree is prepared to enter graduate or professional programs of specialized study such as adapted physical education, coaching, exercise physiology, physical therapy, and education.

The pathway below represents an efficient and effective course taking sequence for this program. Individual circumstances might require some changes to this pathway. It is always recommended that you meet with an academic counselor to develop a personalized educational plan.

Demonstrate and evaluate the factors that contribute to a healthy lifestyle and contribute to the prevention of the adult related diseases such as diabetes, obesity, and cardiovascular disease.

Synthesize health education information and apply principles of exercise in order to improve personal wellness and longevity.

Acquire program specific information from various sources with which to better appreciate, analyze, and communicate in different situations, involving diverse individuals and viewpoints.

Program Map

Requirement
GE General Education
E Elective

Fall Year 1

3 units
HED 100
Social and Personal Health & Wellness

Students will learn and synthesize information concerning the impact of the social determinants of health, including education, socioeconomic status, race, sexual orientation, disability and gender.  Students are provided with a broad foundation of knowledge dealing with such social determinants in mental health, stress management, fitness, diet and weight control, prevention and control of communicable and non-communicable diseases, drugs and alcohol, first aid, cancer prevention and control, and the scope of, and access to community health services.

      1. D7 - Interdisciplinary Social or Behavioral Science
      2. Lifelong Learning and Self-Development
      1. Category 2A: Social Sciences
      2. Category 5: Living Skills

        Spring Year 1

        4 units
        BIOL 124
        Human Anatomy
        An examination of the functional anatomy of the human organism. Lectures and laboratories investigate the microscopic and macroscopic structures of the major organ systems.
        1. Advisories: BIOL 100
        1. 5B - Biological Science
        1. B2 - Life Science
        2. B3 - Laboratory Activity
        1. Category 1: Natural Sciences
          Physical Education/PEIA (Intercollegiate Athletics)

          Fall Year 2

          7 units
          BIOL 125
          Human Physiology
          A study of the functions and interactions of human cells, tissues, organs, and organ systems. Metabolic processes, negative feedback mechanisms, and homeostatic regulation are investigated in both lecture and laboratory sections. Emphasis is on the interaction of physiological processes responsible for the maintenance of normal body functions. Lecture: 3 hours weekly. Lab 3 hours weekly.
          1. Prerequisite: ENGL C1000
          2. Prerequisite: BIOL 124
          3. Advisories: CHEM 120
          1. 5B - Biological Science
          1. B2 - Life Science
          2. B3 - Laboratory Activity
              Core Elective - Kinesiology (AA)
              Designed for prospective coaches, athletic trainers, health and physical educators; to aid in the recognition, evaluation and care of athletic injuries. Emphasizes techniques in taping, care, prevention, and rehabilitation of injuries. This course includes one lab hour per week, which is led by the instructor. The lab hour allows students to apply concepts and techniques presented during lecture.
              Designed for prospective kinesiology health professionals, including but not limited to athletic trainers, physical therapy aides, physical therapy assistants, physical therapists, and health and physical educators. The course will focus on the three areas of orthopedic care: theory and implementation of therapeutic modalities to athletic injuries; advanced recognition and assessment of orthopedic injuries; and application of rehabilitation programs for athletic injuries. This course includes three lab hours per week, which are led by the instructor. The lab hour allows students to apply concepts and techniques presented during lecture.
              This course covers the science of foods and the nutrients they contain, and of their actions within the body. Emphasis is placed on individual dietary needs, current nutrition and health issues, and application of evidence-based nutrition information. Students utilize computer software to analyze personal diet records and plan healthful meals.
              An introduction to the basic principles of sports officiating with emphasis on the following sports: baseball/softball, basketball, football, soccer and volleyball. Includes application of contest rules, officiating mechanics, officiating styles, and professional responsibilities applicable to each sport covered. Students will learn about ethical considerations, effective communication, decision making skills, and conflict resolution, as they relate to professional officiating.
              Designed to provide mental and psychological considerations as they relate to sport and exercise. Students will learn how various subjects impact the participation in and execution of sport in both individual and team settings. Subjects such as leadership and communication, goal setting, anxiety, violence, team cohesion, burnout, and drug abuse will be discussed.
              This course is designed to allow students who are considering a kinesiology based profession, to develop the necessary knowledge and skills to successfully respond in various first aid and safety circumstances which may arise in their distinctive work environment as a professional educator/coach. Topics include: injury prevention; sudden illness; heat/cold related injuries; responding to acute asthmatic emergencies; soft tissue, and muscular, bone and joint injuries; responding to unconscious or choking persons; and cardiac emergencies. At the end of the course, students will be American Red Cross “lay responder” certified in first aid, AED, and adult, child, and infant CPR. Students will not be certified at the “professional rescuer” level. Students must obtain and review the required textbook prior to the first class meeting.
              An introduction to the principles of program management in recreation services in the areas of public and private domains, park, military and institutional settings as well as services to special populations.
              An exploration of recreational program planning including organization, implementation, and evaluation in both public and private settings. The interrelationship of needs and interests of people, physical settings, and activity content are covered.
              An examination of the theories and practices of programming sports activities in a variety of recreational settings. Both individual and team sports will be studied. Emphasis will be placed on the planning of activities such as leagues, instructional programs, tournaments, and sports festivals. The class will study the development and operation of sports venues. Students will gain experience by planning actual events.

              Spring Year 2

              3 units
              Core Elective - Kinesiology (AA)
              Designed for prospective coaches, athletic trainers, health and physical educators; to aid in the recognition, evaluation and care of athletic injuries. Emphasizes techniques in taping, care, prevention, and rehabilitation of injuries. This course includes one lab hour per week, which is led by the instructor. The lab hour allows students to apply concepts and techniques presented during lecture.
              Designed for prospective kinesiology health professionals, including but not limited to athletic trainers, physical therapy aides, physical therapy assistants, physical therapists, and health and physical educators. The course will focus on the three areas of orthopedic care: theory and implementation of therapeutic modalities to athletic injuries; advanced recognition and assessment of orthopedic injuries; and application of rehabilitation programs for athletic injuries. This course includes three lab hours per week, which are led by the instructor. The lab hour allows students to apply concepts and techniques presented during lecture.
              This course covers the science of foods and the nutrients they contain, and of their actions within the body. Emphasis is placed on individual dietary needs, current nutrition and health issues, and application of evidence-based nutrition information. Students utilize computer software to analyze personal diet records and plan healthful meals.
              An introduction to the basic principles of sports officiating with emphasis on the following sports: baseball/softball, basketball, football, soccer and volleyball. Includes application of contest rules, officiating mechanics, officiating styles, and professional responsibilities applicable to each sport covered. Students will learn about ethical considerations, effective communication, decision making skills, and conflict resolution, as they relate to professional officiating.
              Designed to provide mental and psychological considerations as they relate to sport and exercise. Students will learn how various subjects impact the participation in and execution of sport in both individual and team settings. Subjects such as leadership and communication, goal setting, anxiety, violence, team cohesion, burnout, and drug abuse will be discussed.
              This course is designed to allow students who are considering a kinesiology based profession, to develop the necessary knowledge and skills to successfully respond in various first aid and safety circumstances which may arise in their distinctive work environment as a professional educator/coach. Topics include: injury prevention; sudden illness; heat/cold related injuries; responding to acute asthmatic emergencies; soft tissue, and muscular, bone and joint injuries; responding to unconscious or choking persons; and cardiac emergencies. At the end of the course, students will be American Red Cross “lay responder” certified in first aid, AED, and adult, child, and infant CPR. Students will not be certified at the “professional rescuer” level. Students must obtain and review the required textbook prior to the first class meeting.
              An introduction to the principles of program management in recreation services in the areas of public and private domains, park, military and institutional settings as well as services to special populations.
              An exploration of recreational program planning including organization, implementation, and evaluation in both public and private settings. The interrelationship of needs and interests of people, physical settings, and activity content are covered.
              An examination of the theories and practices of programming sports activities in a variety of recreational settings. Both individual and team sports will be studied. Emphasis will be placed on the planning of activities such as leagues, instructional programs, tournaments, and sports festivals. The class will study the development and operation of sports venues. Students will gain experience by planning actual events.